Skip to main content

Latest by Luke Larsen

Which MacBook should you buy on Cyber Monday 2021?

Cyber Monday is a great time to buy a new MacBook, but which of the many different models available should you buy?
Google Pixelbook Go screen.

Which Chromebook should you buy on Cyber Monday 2021?

Chromebooks are a popular shopping item on Cyber Monday because of how cheap they are, but that doesn't mean it's easy to pick which is best for you.
Acer Swift 7

These are the only laptops thinner than the M2 MacBook Air

The newly announced M2 MacBook Air is incredibly thin at 0.44 inches, but it's not thinnest in the world.
MacBook Pro 13-inch M2

Apple upgraded its worst MacBook instead of just killing it

Apple has updated the 13-inch MacBook Pro with the M2 chip, even while leaving it with a chassis from 2016.
USB cable sticking out of the Arctis Nova Pro headset.

All the new tech that blew our reviewers away in May 2022

The best tech we reviewed in May includes a wireless headset, a fantastic 4K monitor, and an uncompromising gaming PC.
The Dell XPS 17 sitting in front of a window.

Dell XPS 17 review: A mobile workstation in disguise

Need a large, 17-inch laptop with fantastic performance? The Dell XPS 17 is in a league of its own.
Someone playing the ROG Flow Z16 with accessories nearby.

ROG Flow X16 already looks like contender for best new gaming laptop

Asus has announced the ROG Flow X16, offering a mini-LED HDR display and up to an RTX 3070 Ti.
The ScreenPad Plus and keyboard of the Zenbook Pro 14 Duo.

Asus Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED review: Doing double duty

The Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has two high refresh rate screens, and the performance to back it up.
A glowing blue and purple on the LG C2 OLED.

All the new tech that blew our reviewers away this month

The best tech we reviewed in April 2022 includes OLED TVs, mice, a handheld gaming device, and much more.
The ThinkPad X1 Extreme, now in its 5th generation.

ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 adds 165Hz screen and RTX 3080 Ti

Lenovo has announced updates to various ThinkPad laptops, including its most powerful, the X1 Extreme.
The HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook on a table next to a coffee cup.

The HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook looks like the best Chromebook ever made

At CES 2022, HP has announced the Elite Dragonfly Chromebook, which appears to be the most premium Chromebook ever made.
Dell XPS 13 2019 review (9380)

Dell XPS 13 (2019) review

The XPS 13 has always been easy to recommend -- that is, unless you needed a good video conferencing webcam. So, what happens when Dell fixes one of the only problems we had with the XPS 13? Well, it’s near perfection. The 2019 XPS 13 shows Dell listening to complaints and addressing them.
the fbi wants you to reboot your router insecure getty

Duck, cover, and reboot your router? Why the FBI’s new warning is no joke

The FBI has discovered up to 500,000 home or office routers could be vulnerable to a dangerous cyberattack. According to experts, there are a couple of important factors that make this malware an unprecedented situation. But can resetting your router really prevent a major cyberattack?
BenQ EL2870U review

BenQ EL2870U 4K monitor review

4K and HDR are some of the big-ticket specifications everyone wants to own. But can they be done for cheap? This $449 BenQ monitor attempts to do just that, but it comes with a couple of important compromises in image quality, and as our BenQ EL2870U review finds, that might not be worth the sacrifice.
samsung space monitor review feat

Samsung Space Monitor (SR75) review

High-concept monitors can sometimes over-complicate things. But at CES 2019, we checked out one that fixes the problem it attempts to solve – your cluttered desk. With a dual-hinge arm, the Samsung Space Monitor can stand straight up as if mounted to a wall.
Razer Blade Pro 17 review hero 2

Best 17-inch laptops

For gaming and productivity professionals, some people want a laptop with a huge display. More screen real estate can mean more work done. But that doesn't mean you want to compromise in terms of power and portability. These are the best 17-inch laptops you can buy that don't ask you to give up the farm.
dell g3 g5 g7 gaming laptop comparison g series laptops

I tested the Dell G3, G5, and G7 gaming laptops. Here’s the one you should buy

Dell has a number of good options for budget gaming laptops, but choosing between the G3, G5, and G7 can be confusing. With endless configurations to wade through, knowing the difference between the three laptops isn't easy. We tested all three to find the best Dell Inspiron gaming laptop of them all.
1291578 autosave v1 2 lenovo miix 720 feature

The best Surface Pro alternatives

The Surface Pro is a great 2-in-1 computer -- however, it's not perfect. Here are four great Surface Pro alternatives to consider.
Razer Raptor 27 with Razer Blade

Razer Raptor 27 monitor review: Making monitors fun again

Razer's first attempt at a gaming monitor is ambitious. With a unique cable management system, high-end aluminum materials, and excellent image quality, the Razer Raptor 27 definitely lives up to the company's reputation. But at $699, it's not cheap, either.
lenovo legion y27q 20 review y20q 10

Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 monitor review: 1440p gaming done right

It's great time to upgrade to a high-resolution, high refresh rate gaming monitor. Is the Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 worth your money?
microsoft surface book 3 review 01

Microsoft Surface Book 3 review: Graphics unleashed

Microsoft's most adventurous laptop, the Surface Book 3, has been upgraded with extra power under the hood. Is that enough to keep this aging design fresh?
dell xps 15 7590 review dellxps15 2019

Dell XPS 15 (2019) review: The top video-editing laptop

A solid video-editing laptop requires immense processing power and a color-accurate screen. The new OLED Dell XPS 15 has both in spades, especially with the optional eight-core Core i9 processor. I put it to the test to see just how fast this laptop really is.
microsoft surface go 2 review 05

Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: The awkward teenager

The Surface Go 2 makes marginal steps toward being a true iPad competitor, but is it enough to grow out of its awkward teenager phase? Sadly, the answer is no.
lenovo thinkpad x1 fold review center

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold review: A foldable screen fever dream

The ThinkPad X1 Fold is the first of its kind -- a laptop with a foldable screen and removable keyboard. It's certainly unique, but is there more to it?
razer book 13 review 01

Razer Book 13 review: Nearly the perfect laptop?

The Razer Book 13 does almost everything right, with a unique aesthetic and well-rounded port selection.
The Surface Pro 8 with its kickstand pulled out.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 review: The iPad Pro finally has a worthy opponent

The Surface Pro 8 has finally be given a much-needed makeover. The result is the best Surface Pro ever made, and finally, a worthy rival of the iPad Pro.
RTX 3080 Ti in front of a window.

Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti review: Another powerful GPU at an ungodly price

Nvidia has launched another powerful graphics card, the RTX 3080 Ti. Can it defeat AMD's best and satisfy overwhelming demand?
dell xps 17 2020 review rfkwf cq

Dell XPS 17 review: Leaving the MacBook Pro 16 in the dust

The Dell XPS 17 is the largest, most powerful, and most expensive XPS laptop ever made. Will it kick off a resurgence of powerful 17-inch laptops?
dell 27 usb c ultrathin monitor s2719dc review review7

Dell 27 USB-C Ultrathin Monitor (S2719DC) review

Ultrawide and 4K might be the buzzwords in monitors right now, but the Dell 27 USB-C Ultrathin monitor manages to be more exciting by just nailing the basics. Not only is this monitor super-thin, it has fantastic image quality to boot.
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 front

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 review: Left behind

At Microsoft's annual Surface event, it launched a brand new, Surface Pro 7, with a couple of small updates to the highly popular 2-in-1.
razer leviathan v2 review 1

Razer Leviathan V2 review: A PC gaming soundbar done right?

After seven years of silence, Razer returns with a sequel to its forward-thinking PC gaming soundbar.
AMD Radeon RX 5700 and 5700 XT sitting on a table.

AMD Radeon RX 5700 and 5700 XT review

AMD has launched its new Navi graphics cards, the RX 5700 and RX 5700 XT. We've given the new cards a spin, putting them through the paces of our standard suite of tests and benchmarks. Has AMD finally toppled Nvidia or did the recent RTX Super cards put a damper on how these news perform?
asus zenbook pro duo review 2

Asus ZenBook Pro Duo review: The best dual-screen laptop yet

The ZenBook Pro Duo, with its second screen built right into the keyboard, is one of the most innovative laptops ever made. But is it actually a good laptop? Despite some flaws, the ZenBook Pro Duo manages to be far more than just a gimmick.
hp omen x 2s gaming laptop review hero

HP Omen X 2S gaming laptop review: The Nintendo DS of laptops

Gaming laptops have gotten so good, that manufacturers have resorted to some surprising experimentation to stand out from the crowd. The HP Omen X 2S does that with a second screen, built right into the keyboard deck of the laptop. Is it useful? Is it just a gimmick?