I upgraded to OLED and now every other monitor feels broken
…There was something else more important to upgrade next, or the pricing wasn’t right, or I was waiting for the right monitor to come along. But during last Black Friday I…
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Aliro wants to fix the smart lock's dumbest problem
…UWB and NFC are both relatively low-power, but adding more radios and more frequent wireless communication can still impact how long a lock runs between battery changes. Manufacturers will need to…
Microsoft knows its new Surface PCs are expensive. That’s the point
…Dell XPS 13 will be slightly more expensive at launch, but match it on a promotional price. "The other version is we will OEM-wise hit Neo with a slightly lower price…
Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus review: 6 key things to know
…Compared to the 285K, the 270K Plus isn’t as efficient, with about 40 watts more consumption during Cinebench 2026’s multithreaded benchmark. That’s about 11 percent more electricity pulled down…
Investigation: RAM prices are falling. Don’t fall for it
…hit a speed bump, but it's not stopping by any means. Builders seem to be shifting away from population centers, and the pesky human residents that they come with, for more…
10 overlooked PC upgrades that transform your desk setup
…though you can add a subwoofer for more bass if you want. Comfortable, high-quality headphones How are your headphones? You don't necessarily need modern headphones—if you have a pair…
I tested a 7-year-old laptop. Now I'm questioning PC upgrade cycles
…Modern laptops can be manufactured from a range of materials -- from lighter to more structurally robust -- but the weight savings isn't more than a pound. Manufacturers have the option of "filling…
I tested a 7-year-old laptop. Now I'm questioning the upgrade cycle
…Modern laptops can be manufactured from a range of materials -- from lighter to more structurally robust -- but the weight savings isn't more than a pound. Manufacturers have the option of "filling…
I've tested a bunch of PDF editors. These are the best
…This is a non-issue if your needs are modest and consist of the occasional PDF editing task. If you want unfettered access, you need to shell out $6 per month, or…
New PC? No need -- these 9 upgrades are all you need!
…If you absolutely need an Intel CPU, then the Intel Core i5-14600K is similar to the AMD CPU in terms of performance, but is typically more expensive. Nevertheless, both offer enough…