The hidden laptop parts that decide speed, heat, and noise
…So what happens when that cooling system gets pushed to its limits? How can two laptops with the same CPU end up performing differently? It's usually the cooling system that determines…
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Anker's USB-C hub adds 8 ports to your laptop for just $36
…That said, if you have a high-end laptop with cutting-edge performance, you'd be handicapping yourself with this and would be better off with a proper Thunderbolt docking station. For…
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…The One Touch features a single Type-C port on one end, that is offset to the left (when facing that end of the drive). Directly above it is a small power…
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…The speakers aren’t particularly loud, even at maximum volume, and lack low-end punch, which results in a tinny, hollow sound. At higher volumes this can make the speakers grating to…
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…end of the world. It worked reliably and supported LE Audio, which provides respectable audio quality over Bluetooth. The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 3 is made to be a high-performance machine…
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…This type of panel is a popular option for high-end professional monitors because it provides a boost to contrast while retaining the brightness and sharpness that IPS panels are known for…
Windows 11 paves the way for eye-melting 1,000Hz monitors
…raising the ceiling for higher refresh rates, which generally cap out at about 500Hz or so. (Tom's Hardware found a 1,080-Hz display at the end of 2025, though that…