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A NordVPN speed test is open on a PC monitor.

NordVPN 2025 review: Faster, safer, and more bonus months

NordVPN is a popular solution to keep your location and privacy secure, so I went hands-on to test its speed, quality, and ease-of use.
Computing Reviews
Canon's Selphy QX20 rests on a table beside a phone and photo albums.

The best portable photo printers

We hand-selected the best compact portable printers with good quality and value so you can share pictures at events and collect memories for albums.
Photography Guides
I can log into my Google account on Windows by using a passkey.

How good are passkeys in 2025 or do I still need a password manager?

Passkeys have been around since 2021, so when can l top using passwords or are password managers still a necessity in 2025?
Computing Guides
Alan Truly uses the Canon Selphy QX20 for photo prints at an event.

Canon Selphy QX20 review: a fun, portable printer with photo-quality prints

I reviewed the new Canon Selphy QX20, a tiny, battery-powered printer with dye-sublimation quality for on-the-go photo prints.
Computing Reviews
1Password and NordPass reviews appear beside one another on a PC monitor.

1Password vs. NordPass: which password manager is best in 2025?

1Password and NordPass are among the most popular password managers so I went hands on to compare features and find out which offers the best value.
Computing Guides
The 2025 edition of 1Password is open on a PC monitor.

1Password 2025 review: here’s why it’s still one of the best password managers

I reviewed top-rated password manager 1Password to check its value and features for cross-platform syncing and sharing.
Computing Reviews
A simulated view of Swave-powered AR glasses.

This breakthrough holographic display could make AR glasses a reality in 2026

Swave's HXR chip could be the breakthrough we need to enjoy slim, lightweight, low-cost AR glasses without sacrificing quality or battery life.
Computing Features
Malwarebytes 2025 kept the clean design and added a new tab for identity protection.

Malwarebytes for Windows 2025 review: a quick and easy antivirus upgrade

We tested Malwarebytes antivirus software for Windows to find out if its quality, ease-of-use, and support provide enough value for the price.
Computing Reviews
The NordPass extension is open in a browser on a PC monitor.

NordPass 2025 review: a free password manager with premium support

I reviewed NordPass, the password manager from the makers of the popular NordVPN, to check its quality and value on multiple devices.
Computing Reviews
Epson's Expression Photo XP-8800 is a compact, all-in-one photo printer with a six-ink color system.

Epson Expression Photo XP-8800 review: a low-cost option for photographers

I reviewed Epson's Expression Photo XP-8800 to check print and scan quality and researched supply costs to find out if it's the right printer for you.
Computing Reviews
The AdGuard VPN app is open on a PC monitor.

AdGuard VPN review: a fast sleeper hit for internet privacy

I reviewed AdGuard VPN and its custom protocol that claims to be faster than the rest without any sacrifice in quality.
Computing Reviews
Private Internet Access is open on a PC monitor.

Private Internet Access VPN review: a low-cost VPN for all your devices

I reviewed Private Internet Access (PIA), a low-cost VPN that allows unlimited simultaneous connections to find out how fast and reliable it is.
Computing Reviews
An old photo of Apple's LaserWriter, one of the first laser printers.

40 years ago, Apple cemented its place in desktop publishing history

Apple's LaserWriter started the desktop publishing revolution by making WYSIWYG a new standard that we've come to expect.
Computing News
People using the Apple iMac with M4 chip.

How to add a printer to a Mac

Whether you just bought a Mac or snagged a new printer, it takes only a few minutes to connect the two. We’ll walk you through how to add a printer to your Mac.
Computing Guides
The NordVPN logo appears on a MacBook.

VPN Test: How to see if your VPN is working

Not sure if your VPN is protecting your privacy? Here's the best method to check whether your IP address, location, and browsing activity are secure.
Computing Guides
Alan Truly wearing Xreal One turns to look at virtual ultrawide screens with a blank monitor in the background.

Xreal One review: smart glasses that could actually replace my monitor

Find out why I think the Xreal One with its X1 chip is a game-changing pair of display smart glasses that could actually replace my monitor.
Computing Reviews
The Project Moohan headset.

Samsung’s XR headset and smart glasses: here’s what we know after Galaxy Unpacked 2025

New details emerged about Samsung's XR headset at Galaxy Unpacked 2025. This Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3 competitor is looking strong!
Computing News
A person using a laptop with a set of code seen on the display.

Is ExpressVPN free? A breakdown of the popular VPN’s costs

ExpressVPN is one of the most popular VPN services on the market, so how much will it cost you?
Computing Guides
The Canon Color imageClass MF653Cdw is an attractive all-in-one color laser printer.

Canon Color imageCLASS MF653Cdw review: a quick color laser for home offices

I reviewed Canon's Color imageClass MF653Cdw, an low-cost color laser printer with good specifications to check its usability and long-term costs.
Computing Reviews
A PC monitor shows ExpressVPN's browser extension in use while testing its speed.

ExpressVPN 2025 review: a premium VPN for fast streaming

I tested ExpressVPN's speed, value, and ease-of-use to find out if this well-rated global video streaming solution is worth the premium price.
Computing Reviews
HP includes full ink bottles with the Smart Tank 7602.

The best printers for 2025: tested and reviewed

Whatever your needs, we've rounded up some of the best printers for a variety of purposes, from affordable in-home printers to models perfect for the office.
Computing Best Ofs
Alan Truly wears a Meta Quest 3S while driving a Real Racer XR RC car.

I tried three new VR gadgets that make Quest 3 and 3S even better

I tried three game-changing Meta Quest 3 and 3S accessories: Logitech MX Ink, RotoVR Explorer, and Real Racer XR RC car.
Computing Features
A man sits, using a laptop running the Windows 11 operating system.

The best VPNs for school in 2025

The best VPN for school is the one that works, and we found several fast VPNs that obfuscate traffic to break through network restrictions.
Computing
Sony's SRH-S1 held in a hand at CES 2025.

Sony’s flip-up XR headset costs even more than an Apple Vision Pro

Sony's expensive new XR headset for CAD design with ring and stylus controllers matches Apple Vision Pro display quality and ships soon.
Computing News
The Surfshark Antivirus app is open on a PC monitor.

Surfshark One Antivirus review: Can a VPN really protect against malware?

I reviewed Surfshark One Antivirus to find out whether a VPN service can protect your devices against malware.
Computing Reviews
Alan Truly wears the Meta Quest Pro and holds Touch Pro controllers.

XR headsets are about to have another make-or-break year

Learn why 2025 should be an exciting year for XR headsets thanks to Google Android XR, Apple visionOS, and Meta Horizon OS.
Computing Features
Sticky Password and Enpass pricing appears in a split-screen on a PC monitor.

Sticky Password vs. Enpass: best one-time purchase password managers

Find out whether Sticky Password or Enpass is the best one-time purchase password manager that can autofill your logins forever.
Computing Guides
Enpass Personal's Vault settings are open showing Google Drive integration.

Enpass review: a password manager that works everywhere

I reviewed Enpass, a password manager that lets me sync logins to my preferred cloud storage provider and take charge of login security.
Computing Reviews
Canon's Color imageClass LBP633Cdw is a sleek color laser printer with an unusual control panel.

Canon Color imageClass LBP633Cdw review: back to the ’90s?

I reviewed Canon's Color imageClass LBP633Cdw, an attractive laser printer with a retro control panel for quick color documents.
Computing Reviews
Surfshark and Windscribe prices appear in a split-screen on a PC monitor.

Surfshark vs. Windscribe: Which unlimited device VPN is best?

Surfshark and Windscribe are VPNs that allow unlimited simultaneous connections at low prices, but you want the fastest and best overall.
Computing Guides
A closeup show the front panel of the Pimax Dream Air with Pimax logo.

This new VR headset matches Vision Pro’s display at the weight of an iPhone

Pimax just announced a lightweight PC VR headset with 4K per eye microOLED displays that looks like a Vision Pro and costs less.
Computing News
The EcoTank ET-3850 has great picture quality on glossy paper and does well on plain paper too.

How much is printer ink, and what’s the most economical printer type?

Is that budget printer really a good deal? Ink cartridge prices are a hidden cost that you need to consider when shopping for a bargain.
Computing Guides
Alan Truly sits in front of a Windows PC and adjusts a virtual screen while wearing a Meta Quest 3 VR headset.

Windows PCs now works with the Quest 3, and I tried it out for myself

Microsoft and Meta teamed up on a new mixed reality interface for Windows that uses your Quest 3 or 3S to display large virtual monitors.
Computing Features
Surfshark and VPN Unlimited prices appear in a split-screen on a PC monitor.

Surfshark vs. VPN Unlimited: Which VPN offers the best long-term value?

I compared Surfshark and VPN Unlimited, VPN services with long-term plans that can cut your average monthly costs to a minimum.
Computing Guides
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