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If the speed of AMD’s Radeon RX 590 doesn’t entice you, the game bundle will

AMD's Radeon RX 590 is a new video card that targets 1080p gaming at maximum detail. Starting at $280, it fills a gap between the Radeon RX 580 and the more expensive Radeon RX Vega. AMD says the new RX 590 can beat Nvidia's GTX 1060 Ti.
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Over a million veterans now eligible for Comcast’s Internet Essentials program

Comcast's low-cost Internet Essentials program, which provides internet access for just $10 per month, has expanded to include U.S. veterans. One million veterans now qualify for the service. Comcast is working with non-profits to spread word of the service to those who need it most.
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Dell XPS 13 9370 review

The redesigned Dell XPS 13 doesn’t reinvent the laptop’s winning formula but does offer much-needed tweaks including the latest Intel hardware and a thinner, lighter body.
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Asus ZenBook UX330UA review

One of our favorite laptops, the Asus Zenbook UX330UA, gets updated to feature the 8th-gen Intel Core CPU. How much difference does the new processor make, and how does it compare to its successor, the UX331UA?
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Apple Mac Mini (2018) Review

Apple’s new Mac Mini doesn’t look much different from its predecessor, and it’s more expensive. Yet the changes under the hood make a case for its consideration as your new Mac. Can this entry-level machine hold its own? Read our Apple Mac Mini (2018) review to find out.
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The Pixel Slate: Everything you need to know

Here's everything you need to know about the Pixel Slate, the upcoming Google tablet announced in October. The Slate looks like a feasible alternative to the average Chromebook, especially if you want a powerful, mobile Chrome OS tablet.
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Dell Ultrasharp 49 review

Samsung’s ultrawide CHG90 opened the door for massive monitors last year, and now Dell is stepping through that door with its own gigantic screen. Dell’s Ultrasharp 49 looks similar to the Samsung at a glance, but it’s for a different audience. Our Ultrasharp 49 review breaks down the differences.
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World of Warcraft Classic Impressions

'World of Warcraft Classic' is a recreation of the popular MMO's original release. It's faithful to the source material and will certainly give you a serious nostalgia trip, but it has the same warts as the original. Count on it as a distraction, not as a revelation.
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Blizzard is taking a bruising over its ‘Diablo Immortal’ announcement

The announcement of Diablo Immortal, a new mobile-only game, marked a first for the franchise and for Blizzard. Yet the announcement set die-hard Diablo fans into a fury, and many took to Reddit and YouTube to bash the game's new direction.
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Blizzard goes mobile-only for massively multiplayer ‘Diablo Immortal’

Diablo Immortal will be a new mobile game set in the Diablo universe. It's not only the first mobile game of the franchise but the first massively multiplayer role-playing game. Unlike past games, Diablo Immortal will include a persistent world with a capital city and dungeons.
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Classic remaster will be free with ‘World of Warcraft’ subscription

World of Warcraft fans were wondering how much the Classic remaster would cost. Now, they have their answer. Classic will be available as part of a standard subscription and won't be sold alone. That makes World of Warcraft Classic a great value for Warcraft fans.
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Razer’s most basic Blade 15 is the one most gamers should buy

Razer's Blade 15 is an awesome laptop for both gamers, streamers, professionals, and anyone else needing serious go in a slim profile, but its price is out of reach for many games. The new Blade 15 Base solves that problem with few sacrifices, and it's likely the one you should buy.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme review

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme review

Lenovo’s ThinkPad line is targeted at business use, but it’s long appealed to hardcore PC geeks. The X1 Extreme, which combines a powerful processor and high-resolution screen with Nvidia graphics, seems built for them. Check out our Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme review to find out if it’s a win.
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Sleep Number’s 360 p5 is a smart bed, but can it solve your sleep problems?

Could a smarter bed be the key to a good night’s sleep? Sleep Number thinks it could be and has built an entire line of smart beds, ranging from budget to flagship models, that monitors your sleep and offers a simple Sleep IQ score. Is it the secret to sleeping better?
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Google Pixelbook review

Do you want the best Chromebook money can buy? Our Google Pixelbook review examines the operating system’s new flagship, which brings faster performance, excellent design and build quality, and a new 2-in-1 form factor. But is it worth shelling out $1,000 for compared to other alternatives?
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Can Chrome replace your game console? Google’s Project Stream argues it can

Google's Project Stream wants to bring console gaming directly to your Chrome browser by streaming it over the internet. It's a method that could let you enjoy top-tier games on otherwise incapable hardware, but Project Steam's beta has room for improvement.
Lenovo Legion Y730 15-inch Review

Lenovo Legion Y730 15-inch Review

Lenovo’s Legion Y730 15-inch is a handsome mid-range laptop that has the hardware credentials you’ll need to tackle modern games. The price and battery life, however, balance the laptop’s performance. Can it conquer competition from Dell, Asus, MSI, and many more?
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Quantum computers could break encryption, so it’s going quantum too

Quantum computers could defeat conventional encryption, but that doesn’t mean our data is doomed. Quantum encryption can be used for defense. We spoke to John Prisco, CEO of Quantum Xchange, about how quantum keys will keep us safe.
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Oculus Rift review

Oculus inspired a new generation of virtual reality headsets with its incredibly successful Kickstarter. Now that the Rift has been available for a while, is it still the standard, or have successors like the HTC Vive Pro surpassed it? Let's take a look at how the Rift stacks up to its recent competition.
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Call of Duty’s ‘Blackout’ is exactly what battle royale needed

Call of Duty's battle royale mode, 'Blackout,' will arrive with only one map -- and wow, it's the map battle royale was missing. With a wide variety of terrain and tons of clever easter eggs, it offers the perfect ground for intense tactical battles that test both your reactions and your strategy.
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Dell Ultrasharp U3818DW review

LG was first to have a 38-inch ultrawide monitor, but there’s new competition. In our Dell Ultrasharp U3818DW monitor review, we see how the newcomer does.
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‘Battle for Azeroth’ doesn’t let you play your way, and that sucks

'Battle for Azeroth' has promise on paper, but its many features are only available in certain circumstances, or at certain times. It's an expansion that relies heavily on the success of its predecessor, 'Legion,' and doesn't offer long-time players new reasons to keep playing.
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Microsoft Surface Book 2 15-inch review

Our Microsoft Surface Book 2 review examines the newer, larger, more powerful 15-inch model. The price will make you want to cry. Is it worth the pain?
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The ThinkPad X1 Extreme might be my dream laptop

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme, revealed at IFA 2018, is no mere business laptop. Its powerful graphics card and light weight make it a legitimate alternative to other expensive laptops, like the XPS 15, that can play as hard as they work.
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‘World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth’ Review

‘Battle for Azeroth,’ the newest expansion to World of Warcraft, promises to put you in the middle of a new war between the Alliance and Horde. The plot too quickly unravels into dull fetch quests, but the game’s variety keeps you itching to log in it even as the story disappoints.
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Dell P2715Q review

Dell's P2715Q was its first real effort at crafting a modern 4K display and it worked wonders. We thought it looked fantastic when it was first released and it still looks good today. The drab bezels and frame didn't look great at launch and they haven't aged well, but in the competitive 4K space, this monitor still holds up.
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With Q#, Microsoft is throwing programmers the keys to quantum

Quantum computers aren’t yet practical, but Microsoft has already developed a programming language for them. Q# works inside Visual Studio, just like most other languages, and could offer aspiring programmers a chance to learn the basics of quantum physics through trial-and-error.
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Here is our ‘World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth’ leveling guide

This 'World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth' leveling guide will help you quickly rise from level to the new expansion's maximum of 120. While those who buy the expansion earn a free boost, this leveling guide can help new players who have the expansion or just want to level an alternate character.
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‘Warframe’ gives polish the middle finger, and fans love it

Most games seek elegance. They're designed to be a perfect loop. Warframe from developer Digital Extremes takes a very different route. It achieves greatness through a brute-force approach and complete disregard for what should be possible. The result is a wonderful mess.
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Microsoft Surface Laptop review

Microsoft is known for its 2-in-1 devices like the Surface Go or Surface Pro, but it also has a traditional laptop. Now that you can usually pick it up at a significant discount, how does the Surface Laptop hold up nearly a year after its release? We run it through its paces to see if it's worth the money.
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Think ‘World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth’ can play on any PC? Think again.

'World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth,' the newest expansion, adds many graphical enhancements that improve the look of Blizzard's 14-year-old game. These aren't without a cost, however. Here's how to improve performance and FPS on your gaming PC.
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HTC says ‘it takes time to launch a new technology,’ claims lead in VR revenue

HTC has posted an official response to an earlier Digital Trends editorial charting VR headset sales on Amazon. The company said "it takes time to launch a new technology," and posted data showing it makes the most revenue among its peers.
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Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 review (2017)

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Asus ROG Swift PG279Q review