Best gaming TVs of 2024 for Xbox Series X, PS5, and more
HDR, motion performance, and resolution are just a few considerations to make when shopping for a gaming TV. Here are a handful of our favorite models for 2024.
How to redeem codes on Xbox Series X
Game codes and gift cards and fantastic ways to get and receive gifts on your Xbox Series X/S. Knowing how to actually redeem those codes is a little harder.
Tandem OLED laptops are here, but they’re not what you think
Dell's XPS 13 Copilot+ has a Tandem OLED display, but so does the Intel version. We dug into the facts to see what that means, and how it compares to Apple.
Is Xbox Game Pass really worth it anymore?
With Xbox Game Pass' new price and structure changes, the best deal in gaming is losing its value.
This is the cheapest way to play Xbox Game Pass, but there’s a catch
You can now play Xbox games with an Amazon Fire TV stick, but that option comes with some notable caveats based on our tests.
Xbox Game Pass is getting a price hike alongside complicated tier overhaul
All versions of Xbox Game Pass are getting a price hike, while Xbox Game Pass for Console will be replaced with Xbox Game Pass Standard.
This 4-year-old PlayStation game is topping the sales charts
Sony had a big month in May. According to analyst data, a four-year-old PS4 exclusive was the top-selling game across all platforms.
How to recover lost or deleted files on Windows
If you delete a file in Windows and desperately need it back, you're in luck! There are a few ways to recover lost files. Here's how to do it.
Best gaming console deals: cheapest prices on PS5, Xbox S and X and Switch
We've collected the best prices on every console of this generation, from the disc-free PS5 to Xbox Series X to the Switch Lite. Here's how to save on gaming deals.
Don’t wait for macOS Sequoia. This app already has its best feature
Apple is bringing window snapping to macOS Sequoia, but there’s a better alternative app out there that does everything Apple can do -- plus a whole lot more.
It only took 41 years, but Notepad just got its most important update ever
After 41 years, Microsoft has added two essential features to its storied Notepad app in Windows 11, and you can get them now.
Here’s how much RAM Windows 11 actually uses
Windows 11 may use more RAM than Windows 10, but how much is it exactly? We'll tell you everything you need to know about Windows 11 RAM usage.
Exoprimal ends its seasonal content, but it’s not going extinct just yet
Capcom's other dinosaur-fighting game Exoprimal won't release any new seasonal content, but you still have a chance to play.
Dell Copilot+ PCs and Snapdragon X processors are the ultimate power convergence
Dell Copilot+ PCs and Snapdragon X processors were like a match made in heaven with excellent performance, and great productivity support. Learn more.
I finally switched to Microsoft Edge for this one feature
Despite using Google Chrome for many years, this simple productivity feature in Microsoft Edge finally made me switch.
3 Xbox Game Pass games to play this Independence Day weekend (July 4-7)
If you need something to play over this Independence Day holiday weekend, try these three fitting games on Xbox Game Pass.
Best Surface Laptop and Surface Pro deals: From $523
If you're on the hunt for Surface Laptop and Surface Pro deals because you're a fan of Microsoft's touchscreen devices, you'll find the best offers right here.
Xbox Live is down, so you can’t sign into your Xbox account
Account and profile features for Xbox Live are currently experiencing a major outage, rendering many games on the console unplayable.
July’s Xbox Game Pass lineup is the best the service has offered in months
Xbox Game Pass is getting a great batch of games in July, including a lot of indie standouts.
Xbox Game Pass’ new horror game is like a playable John Carpenter movie
If you love John Carpenter movies like The Thing, you owe it to yourself to try Still Wakes the Deep.
A dangerous new jailbreak for AI chatbots was just discovered
Microsoft released more details about a troubling new generative AI jailbreak technique, called "Skeleton Key," that bypasses a chatbot's safety guardrails.
Lost Records: Bloom & Rage delayed because of Life is Strange: Double Exposure
Life is Strange spiritual successor Lost Records: Bloom & Rage got delayed until 2025 because a new, official Life is Strange game launches this October.
I gave the Windows Media Player another shot. Here’s what surprised me
I wanted to try Windows' Media Player one more time, and I expected it to fall flat. To my surprise, it wasn't all bad.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (June 28-30)
Xbox Game Pass has added some solid games recently. Here are three worth checking out this weekend.
Surfaced patent shows what an Xbox streaming console would’ve looked like
An older patent shows what the Xbox Keystone streaming device would've looked like.
The best free data recovery software we recommend using
We compare the top free data recovery software for your PC and Mac to help you pick which is best to help restore your lost files.
Game Pass is coming to your Amazon Fire TV, even if you don’t own an Xbox
Amazon and Microsoft announced that the Xbox app is coming to Fire TV devices, another way to stream Xbox games without a separate console.
I replaced my Xbox with a smart TV, and it went better than I expected
Can a smart TV filled with gaming apps really replace your consoles? We put that question to the test.
What to do when your Windows 11 laptop is plugged in but not charging
If your Windows 11 laptop is plugged in but isn't charging, there are a few fixes. Here's what to try first.
I’ve given up on Evernote
I've used Evernote to jot down ideas for years, but a series of unfortunate events has led to me abandoning the app for good.
HP OmniBook X review: a new breed of Windows laptop
The HP OmniBook X is one of the first laptops introduced in an upcoming crop of new Windows on Arm machines. It holds promise while raising some questions.
This data recovery service has the best free and paid tiers I’ve reviewed
I compare premium data recovery pricing, features, ease of use, and customer service for Stellar and EaseUS to find out which is best for you.
The Microsoft AI CEO just dropped a huge hint about GPT-5
A towering figure in the world of AI just did a new interview where he talks about the future of GPT-5 and even GPT-6.
Forza Horizon 4 will be delisted in December after one final update
Forza Horizon 4 is getting one more series before it's removed from digital storefronts in December, Playground Games announced.