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Google Home preview users just got another Gemini AI feature
Gemini can now pitch in if you're looking to create automations in the Google Home app.
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Intel and AMD PCs finally get some Microsoft Copilot+ features
First launched on select Arm-based laptops, two AI-powered Copilot+ features, Recall and Click to Do, are now available for testing on compatible Intel and AMD PCs.
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Best budget gaming mice
Looking for a budget gaming mouse that ticks all your boxes? These top-performing budget mice can keep up with even the priciest out there.
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Could your VPN get around the TikTok ban? What you need to know
As the U.S. government steps closer to a TikTok ban, a VPN could be the answer for users who still want to access their favorite app.
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Excel world champion solves 'Warcraft' spreadsheet to win crown
Michael Jarman has won the Super Bowl for nerds: the 2024 Microsoft Excel World Championship, managing a simulated World of Warcraft clan in a series of quests via spreadsheet.
Reviews
TCL D1 Pro Palm Vein Smart Lock review: Talk to the hand
Smart home technology once in the realm of sci-fi becomes real with this smart deadbolt that scans your palm to unlock your door.
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Best gaming laptops under $1,000: Expert picks that won't break the bank
These are the best gaming laptops under $1,000 including popular brands such as Acer, HP, and Asus.
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NZXT accused of 'predatory scam' gaming PC rental program
An investigative report from GamersNexus accuses the company of horrible rental terms and deceptive advertising targeting children, among other things.
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This tiny, sleek, fanless PC hangs under your desk with zero clutter
Silent, hidden, and poised to strike… with a fairly old AMD APU. Still, it's a very cool design from Arctic.
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Alexa’s big AI makeover: 8 burning questions answered
It’s been more than a year since we got our first glimpse of an AI-supercharged Alexa. What happened?
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Valve's new 'Powered by SteamOS' branding hints at new hardware
Valve's updated brand guidelines now include SteamOS devices made by other companies… which don't officially exist yet.
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The classic Sticky Notes app is broken on Windows due to login bug
A strange "account has no mailbox" error message renders the legacy Sticky Notes app inaccessible. Here's why and what you can do.
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Nextbase Piqo review: A classy dash cam, with middling captures
This small single-channel dash cam from Nextbase leverages your phone for services and cloud uploads.
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Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.
Opinion
Why I'm still using my Vive Pro for VR, six years later
Even after all this time, I still think the Vive Pro is the best VR headset. Here's why newer VR headsets haven't convinced me to switch over yet.
Reviews
Asus Vivobook S 14 review: 20 hour battery life with nice performance
The Asus Vivobook S 14 combines Intel’s latest Lunar Lake CPU with lots of RAM and storage at a very reasonable price. It’s a nice machine, but Lunar Lake’s multithreaded performance will be a problem for some workloads — and this laptop’s design won’t draw any eyes.
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PCs vs. consoles? The future of gaming looks blurrier than ever
With every year that passes, each platform's unique selling points seem to fade away. The PC versus console gaming debate is less meaningful in 2025.
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Is Thunderbolt 5 storage ready? A first look at the cutting-edge tech
Thunderbolt 5 exhibits a marked improvement in sequential transfers, but our first look at the spec suffered some backwards compatibility issues. And it's… pricey.
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The number of Matter-enabled thermostats just grew by one
The Meross Smart Wi-Fi Thermostat joins a handful of Matter-ready models that can work with Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings.
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