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All about Host Memory Buffer, the tech that's making SSDs cheaper
HMB, or Host Memory Buffer simply means the SSD uses memory from your computing device instead on the drive itself for write caching. This means lower prices with only a small performance hit.
Opinion
The one feature that finally let me switch from Chrome to Vivaldi
I've been stuck on Chrome for years, but "open as window" finally lets me escape.
Best Picks
The best Asus laptops: Best overall, best for gaming, and more
Asus is known for innovation and it applies that ethos to a variety of laptops for different uses and different price points. Read on to see our top recommendations.
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Cyberpunk 2077 user-made FSR 2.0 mod dramatically improves performance
AMD's latest super resolution tech is now available from NexusMods
Opinion
RIP, Lightning cable: You showed what USB-C should have been
With the European Union's recent agreement to require USB-C for portable electronic devices, it looks like the Lightning cable is on its way out.
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The best VPN for torrenting: Speed, privacy, and support matter
When you've just gotta have the latest Slackware build, you want to make sure that your VPN is up to the task.
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Software subscription overload: Which services are worth paying for?
With everything available as a service, deciding which fundamentals to pay for can be hard—especially since free accounts sometimes lack key features.
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Best laptop deals: Top picks from budget to extreme
We're finding the best deals on laptops, notebooks, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks for your PC-buying pleasure in 2022.
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Get this Acer convertible laptop for just $399
Walmart is selling a version of the Acer Spin 3 for $187 off the MSRP.
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This EVGA mechanical keyboard is ridiculously cheap right now
GameStop's knocked $90 off the Evga Z15 RGB mechanical keyboard.
Reviews
Kingston XS2000 review: This pocketable SSD is fast and spacious
Kingston's XS2000 20Gbps USB SSD is affordable, tiny enough to get lost in your pocket, and available with up to 4TB of capacity.
Reviews
TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge is a near-perfect beat-em-up time machine
80s and 90s kids who can recite the Ninja Rap need to experience TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge right now.
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The best gaming laptops under $1,000: Best overall, best battery life, and more
These are the best gaming laptops under $1,000 including popular brands such as Acer, HP, and Asus.
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Microsoft is ready to leave Windows 8 behind, just like everyone else
Windows 8.1 support will officially end next year, with notifications starting in July.
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Rock out with Apple's wireless Beats Studio 3 headphones for $180
Amazon's dropped these headphones to their near all-time low
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Should you buy a PCIe 3.0 or 4.0 SSD?
If your head's spinning on the technicalities between PCIe 3.0 and 4.0 SSDs, let Gordon break it down for you.
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Save a massive 32% on the fitness-focused Apple Watch SE
Walmart is selling the original Apple Watch SE for $100 off the MSRP
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Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 vs. AMD Radeon 6950 XT: Which GPU should you buy?
The new Radeon RX 6950 XT is the latest addition to AMD's high-end GPU lineup, aiming to compete with Nvidia at the top. But can it stand up to the tried-and-true GeForce RTX 3090?
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Best USB microphones for streaming: Upgrade your stream with high-quality audio
These mics elevate your stream’s quality right out of the box—and still give the option to further tune your voice to perfection.
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