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Dell’s redesigned Inspiron laptops get a fresh coat of paint, Ryzen 5000 chips

Dell has announced a complete redesign to its Inspiron laptop lineup. They include the fast Inspiron 16 Plus and the AMD-powered Inspiron 14 2-in-1.
Razer Kiyo Pro mounted on monitor for streaming.

Razer’s new Kiyo Pro webcam uses surveillance camera tech to improve lighting

Razer has announced a new webcam for streaming and work, the Kiyo Pro. It uses tech borrowed from surveillance cameras to offer improved lighting in video.
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The $699 Nvidia RTX 2080 Super takes another lap in a race AMD isn’t running

The conclusion of Nvidia's RTX Super trilogy of graphics card has arrived. The RTX 2080 Super replaces the RTX 2080, bumping up performance and cutting the price by $100. But does this high-end graphics card earn its $699 price tag?
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Razer Blade 15 buying guide: How to choose GPU, display, and more

The Razer Blade is the best gaming laptop you can buy. But with three different editions and multiple configurations of each, here's what to keep in mind.
Samsung CHG90 Ultrawide Monitor review

Samsung CHG90 ultrawide monitor review

When it comes to gaming monitors, sometimes wide just isn’t wide enough. Samsung has taken that to a new max with its 49-inch gaming monitor, the CHG90. With quantum dot technology, a 144Hz refresh rate, and ungodly amounts of screen real estate, it just might be the most impressive gaming monitor ever made.
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HP’s creator-focused Envy x360 15 and Envy 17 have OLED screens, AMD processors

HP has updated two of its creator-focused laptop series, the Envy x360 15 and Envy 17, with the latest Intel and AMD chips.
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Microsoft launches work-from-home audio gear, including Surface Headphones 2+

Microsoft has announced new work from home devices, including the Surface Headphones 2+, Modern USB Headset, Modern Wireless Headset, and Modern USB-C Speaker.
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Nvidia RTX 2060 Super and RTX 2070 Super review

Nvidia has launched its new RTX Super cards, set to preemptively upset AMD's Navi victory parade this week. We took the new RTX 2060 Super and RTX 2070 Super GPUs for a spin, seeing how they perform in benchmarks and games. The results just might worthy of the 'Super' branding after all.
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The Razer Core X Chroma is the best external GPU you can buy

The third entry in Razer's lineup of external graphics card enclosures, the Core X Chroma brings together the best of its previous options in a single package. Not only does it bring the RGB lighting Razer is known for, it also throws in some useful USB ports to round out the single-cable experience.
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 review: AMD’s flagship laptop?

As impressive as AMD's Ryzen 4000 processors are, it's always needed a proper flagship laptop to showcase its potential. Is that the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7?
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The M2 MacBook Pro is already a bad idea

A new MacBook Pro is coming, but with the growing number of options in the lineup, it's becoming a buyer's nightmare.
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The best work-from-home tech: Quarantine in comfort

Coronavirus is sending a lot of workers home for the first time. If that's you, your home office setup could have some holes. Here's all the tech you need.
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Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review: AMD drops the mic

A 14-inch gaming laptop? Really? AMD's new Ryzen 4000 processors make the Zephyrus G14 the most powerful and portable gaming laptop that you can buy right now.
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The Dell XPS 13 is first to get a 16:10 OLED display, but there’s a catch

The Dell XPS 13 has an exciting new feature: A 4K OLED display. This is a first for the XPS 13 -- one of the most forward-thinking laptops on the market.
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Why the M1 MacBook Air is still an excellent buy today

The M1 MacBook Air is almost a year old, but even in late 2021, it remains an excellent purchase that won't be replaced anytime soon.
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Is the M1 Max worth the $400 upgrade in the MacBook Pro?

The MacBook Pro gives the option for the M1 Pro or M1 Max, with a $400 price difference. Which should you get?
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Lenovo Legion 5 Pro review: The antidote for thin, expensive gaming laptops

Gaming laptops keep getting thinner and more expensive. The Legion 5 Pro puts an end to that trend -- in a good way.
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Which gaming laptop should you buy on Cyber Monday 2021?

Gaming laptops are always a hit on Cyber Monday, but which should you buy? We break down the best options to pick up.
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Should you buy a gaming laptop on Black Friday 2021?

Black Friday remains a fantastic time to buy a gaming laptop, but that doesn't mean shopping a bit earlier isn't a good idea as well.
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Razer Blade 17 review: Pleasant, but not perfect

The updated Razer Blade 17 features the latest components and some slight tweaks to the design. Is that enough?
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Why a Mac Mini Pro would be such a game-changer

Apple is rumored to launch an upgraded Mac Mini in just a couple of weeks. What will it be like?
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Razer Blade (2019) review: Still the cutting edge

The Razer Blade is our favorite gaming laptop, and in its newest iteration, it takes its display technology to another level. The 2019 Razer Blade comes with an option for either an OLED panel or an insane 240Hz refresh rate. Which is the better option?
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6 tech products that rocked our world this month

We review a wide variety of products each month, but these six really captured our attention in March 2022.
Galaxy Chromebook sitting on a table.

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 review: Less fun for a better price

The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 dials back the high-end features for a more affordable price. Was the compromise too much?
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Asus ZenBook 13 OLED UM325 review: AMD laptop perfection?

With an 8-core processor and a brilliant OLED screen, do laptops get any better than the ZenBook 13 OLED?
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The 5 best new features just announced for Google Docs

At Google I/O 2021, a slew of new features were announced for Google Docs, all of which make it a more collaborative application.
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These 6 tech gadgets blew us away in February

From innovative wireless earbuds to high-end smartphones, these are the gadgets we reviewed in February that impressed us most.
Nvidia's RTX 3070 Ti graphics card.

Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti review: More of what gamers need

The RTX 3070 Ti only costs $100 more than the 3070, and provides another appropriately priced option for gamers.
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Acer Aspire Vero review: A cheap, eco-friendly Windows 11 laptop?

The Acer Aspire Vero is a budget-level Windows 11 with a strong emphasis on sustainability. But is it more talk than action?
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Asus ROG Flow X13 review: The king of small gaming laptops?

The ROG Flow X13 is one of the smallest gaming laptops in the world. But is the performance trade-off worth it?
MSI Stealth GS66 laptop on a table.

MSI GS66 Stealth (2021) review: Peak 1440p gaming

At last, 1440p gaming has come to laptops, but is it worth it? The MSI GS66 Stealth is one of the first gaming laptops tooffer it.
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Asus Vivobook Pro 16X review: A powerful OLED laptop, done right

The Asus Vivobook Pro 16X is everything a content creator needs in a laptop, and it comes in at a great price.
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AMD drops six new chips, reveals price of 3D V-Cache chip

In a Spring update, AMD has announced six new Zen 2 and Zen 3 chips, in addition to the availability details of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D.
Apple Mac Studio desktop and Studio Display.

Has the Mac Studio replaced the 27-inch iMac? I sure hope not

Apple has announced a Mac Studio and Studio Display while discontinuing the 27-inch iMac. What's going on?