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Pimax Crystal Super and Light VR headsets appear on a dark background.

This new VR headset beats the Vision Pro in one key way and is half the price

Apple's Vision Pro features incredibly sharp displays, but a rival product boasts a higher resolution at a much lower price.
Computing News
First Encounter is the perfect introduction to mixed reality on Quest 3.

Your Quest 3 just got so much better — for free

Meta has brought big improvements to the Quest 3 VR headset, making mixed reality better than ever and adding a few upgrades to the Quest 2 and Pro as well.
Computing News
Smart in text above seven smart glasses with an iPhone and Android phone.

The best smart glasses to buy in 2024

Find the best and most affordable smart glasses for iPhone and Android for movies, music, AI, travel, photos, video capture, and smart home control.
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Epson's EcoTank Pro ET-5850 is a big, heavy business printer.

Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 review: a nearly flawless inkjet

We tested the Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850, an all-in-one inkjet tank printer that's fast enough to compete with high-quality color laser printers.
Computing Reviews
The HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e rests on a white stand surrounded by plants.

HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e review: an eco-friendly home office printer

HP's new OfficeJet Pro 9125e is an all-in-one home office printer that promises fast performance. We tested its quality and value.
Computing Reviews
A person plays Stray using a PlayStation controller on a silver 13-inch MacBook Air.

Forgot your Mac password? Here’s how to reset it

Forgetting your MacOS password is never a great feeling, but there’s a couple of ways you’ll be able to reset this key login info. Here’s a guide to help.
Computing Guides
The original Oculus Quest 1 appears on a white background.

We have some bad news for Quest owners

Meta recently announced support for the original Quest VR headset will be ending in August, so it's time to check out the Quest 2 and Quest 3.
Computing News
A developer points to a Mac screen while a Vision Pro rests on the desk.

How to turn off the Apple Vision Pro when you’re done using it

The Apple Vision Pro is a powerful spatial computer with a short battery life, so here's how and when you should switch it off to save power.
Computing Guides
An Apple employee shows a person how to use a Vision Pro headset at an Apple Store.

Does the Vision Pro work with glasses and contacts?

Apple has solutions to use the Vision Pro even if you need corrective lenses, but the headset won't work well for everyone.
Computing Guides
Apple Vision Pro as seen from behind, with the battery pack superimposed.

Does the Apple Vision Pro come with a battery?

Apple Vision Pro sells for $3,500, an ultra-premium price for this spatial computer but what does that include and do you need to buy a battery too?
Computing Guides
A Meta Quest 3 sits on a wooden floor in moody backlighting.

A cheaper version of the Meta Quest 3 now seems more likely than ever

Meta has clearance pricing on the aging Quest 2 VR headset, adding weight to rumors that a Quest 3 Lite or Quest 3s is coming soon.
Computing News
A divided image shows an Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3.

This one feature could prevent motion sickness, but the Vision Pro doesn’t have it

New research suggests which VR headsets are best at preventing motion sickness so you can play longer in fast-paced VR games.
Computing News

How to find your printer IP address and WPS PIN

You might need your printer's IP address or WPS PIN to update firmware, check ink levels, or connect to Wi-Fi. We can help you find that network data.
Computing Guides
A profile shot shows Alan Truly wearing the Meta Quest 3.

Meta Quest 3 vs. Quest Pro: Which is right for you?

Meta's Quest 3 matches many, but not all of the features of the Quest Pro. We compare comfort, performance, image quality, mixed reality, and more.
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The Brother MFC-J4535DW is a compact all-in-one INKvestment printer.

Brother MFC-J4535DW review: a nice printer with a major flaw

The Brother MFC-J4535DW INKvestment Tank is an all-in-one printer with surprising strengths and a unique design, but is there good overall value?
Computing Reviews
The Oculus Quest 2 in use.

Meta will delete your Quest account (and games) unless you update soon

Your VR games are at risk! Here’s what you need to know about switching from Oculus to a Meta account before it's too late.
Computing News
Three printers from top brands, HP, Epson, and Brother.

Here’s how to choose the right printer to buy in 2025

Inkjet or laser? Do you need an all-in-one and what's a tank printer? Here are the most important questions to ask when buying a new printer.
Computing Guides
A person using an HP Envy Inspire printer.

HP just hatched its $7-a-month subscription plan for printers

You don't need to own a printer to print at home. HP's All-In Plan provides a selection of printers, ink shipments, and more at a low monthly price.
Computing News
AR Glasses appear over an enlarged view of a stacked microLED display.

This microLED advancement is exactly what AR and VR needs

MIT researchers are stacking microLEDs for super dense displays that will significantly improve future AR glasses and VR headsets.
Computing News
An Apple Vision Pro superimposed over a photo of a Beond airlines luxury accommodation.

This airline is first to offer Vision Pro for in-flight entertainment

How can you make an island getaway more intriguing? This luxury airline offers a Vision Pro for in-flight entertainment, with movies, games, and more.
Computing News
Brother's MFC-L2820DWXL laser printer rests on a white table with plants.

Is $300 too much for a black-and-white printer? This Brother printer says no

We tested the Brother MFC-L2820DWXL, an all-in-one laser printer that comes with a large supply of toner, making it potentially good value for busy offices.
Computing Reviews
cracked vision pros not dropped and the mystery continues inphenite s pro has a long crack running top to bottom

Vision Pro visors are cracking, and no one knows why

A growing number of Vision Pro owners are reporting mysterious cracks in the front glass, and Apple support sometimes denies replacements.
Computing News
A Meta Quest 3 faces and Apple Vision Pro on a dynamic background.

Meta Quest 3 vs. Vision Pro: Which is the best VR headset?

It's a Quest 3 vs. Vision Pro showdown. Discover the strengths and weaknesses of these two amazing devices and how they compare.
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The Immersed Visor appears on the left and Apple Vision Pro on the right.

People are returning the Vision Pro. Here are the best alternatives you can buy now

Apple's Vision Pro is great, but there are notable alternatives, some with sharper screens, better Mac connectivity, and lower prices.
Computing Guides
A mixed reality view of the Apple Vision Pro App Store.

All the apps that will be available for the Vision Pro

The Apple Vision Pro arrives soon but what apps will it come with, what apps and games will be available in the visionOS App Store?
Computing Guides
A person wearing the Apple Vision Pro overlaid on a screenshot of Half-Life: Alyx.

Can the Vision Pro play VR games?

Apple's Vision Pro has the power of a computer, making it a high-performance VR headset, but will it get any VR games and are any available at launch?
Computing Guides
Canon's Maxify GX2020 keeps printing for thousands of pages.

Canon Maxify GX2020 review: all your home office needs

Canon's Maxify GX2020 is an all-in-one that blurs the line between home and the office printer, so we put its long-term value and quality to the test.
Computing Reviews
A divided image shows an Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3.

Why the future of the Quest depends on the Vision Pro

Meta might not see Apple's Vision Pro as competition, but as a collaborator in pushing virtual reality technology into the mainstream.
Computing News
A person wears an Apple Vision Pro in a dim room.

I’m a VR enthusiast. Here’s why the Vision Pro doesn’t excite me

The Vision Pro is great for VR, and Apple entering the market is much-needed validation, but here's why this spatial computer doesn't excite me.
Computing Features
A set of app icons appear against a backdrop of a lake and mountains using the Environments feature in Apple's Vision Pro headset.

The Vision Pro App Store has already tripled in size

Apple gave an update on the Vision Pro App Store, announcing that many more native apps were available than rumors suggested.
Computing News
A divided image shows an Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3.

The Vision Pro has at least three serious rivals in the works

Apple's Vision Pro sets a new standard, providing a well-defined target and luxury pricing that new premium VR headsets from top brands can challenge.
Computing Features
A man wears an Apple Vision Pro headset.

The best Vision Pro accessories for battery life, comfort, and more

The Apple Vision Pro is an amazing spatial computer, but you need a few accessories to extend runtime, improve comfort, and more.
Computing Guides
Brilliant Labs CEO models the company's new Frame smart glasses.

These 39-gram AR glasses have me excited for the future

You can get AI help with Brilliant Labs low-cost, multimodal smart glasses that accept input from voice or camera and display results on a display.
Computing News
Canon's MegaTank Pixma G3270 is easy to setup and use.

Canon MegaTank Pixma G3270 review: a home printer done right

Canon's MegaTank Pixma G3270 is a budget-priced all-in-one printer designed for the home, so we tested its quality and long-term ink costs.
Computing Reviews
Meta CEO Zuckerberg models the Quest 3 on the left while someone else wears an Apple Vision Pro on the right.

3 ways the Quest 3 is better than the Vision Pro

Apple's Vision Pro costs seven times the price of Meta’s VR headset, but we'll explain why the Quest 3 is still better in many ways.
Computing Features
A Meta Quest 3 sits on a wooden floor in moody backlighting.

The most common Quest 3 problems and how to fix them

Learn how to get your Meta Quest 3 working again when you have problems so you can get back to the game, movie, or experience you wanted.
Computing Guides
This MacBook has no bezels, thanks to Luke Miani's screen removal and Vision Pro replacement.

A YouTuber created a truly bezel-less MacBook

Are your MacBook bezels driving you mad? Never fear, there's an extravagant and silly way to upgrade to a bezel-free MacBook for just $3,500.
Computing News
A young passenger wears Rokid Max smart glasses during a flight.

This airline is first to offer in-flight AR glasses

There's plenty of room for upgrades to in-flight entertainment, and airlines are starting to explore advanced AR glasses to expand what's possible.
Computing News
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