Melissa RiofrioExecutive Editor, PCWorld
Melissa Riofrio spent her formative journalistic years reviewing some of the biggest iron at PCWorld--desktops, laptops, storage, printers--and she continued to focus on hardware testing during stints at Computer Currents and CNET. Currently, in addition to leading PCWorld’s content direction, she covers productivity laptops and Chromebooks.
Gateway PCs return as Walmart exclusives, priced from $200 to $1200
The Gateway PC brand, now owned by Acer, has re-emerged after a decade of silence with a new lineup of Android tablets and Windows PCs, sold exclusively at Walmart.
Best cheap laptops 2020: We rate the best-selling deals on Amazon
The best cheap laptops on Amazon give you a good set of features and few regrets. We sift through the bestselling models and pick the ones with best bang for buck.
The best laptops: Premium laptops, budget laptops, 2-in-1s, and more
Independent, testing-based reviews of laptops from HP, Dell, Apple, Lenovo, Acer and more. We pick the best budget, premium, and gaming PCs, and compare AMD vs. Intel.
Owl Cameras is reborn as Owlcam, rescuing bereft users and promising new products soon
CallPass has taken over for Owl Cameras, Inc., a dash cam startup that dissolved in early 2020, and is reaching out to support users left in the lurch.
Owlcam is the security-focused dash cam rehatched from failed startup Owl Cameras
The Owl Car Cam that died with its startup Owl Cameras, Inc., has rehatched under new owners as the security-focused Owlcam.
Best gaming laptops: Know what to look for and which models rate highest
Which gaming laptop should you buy? From size, to performance, to budget, to features, this buyer's guide will help you find the right gaming laptop for your needs.
Why this Acer Aspire 5 is usually the bestselling laptop on Amazon
With its AMD Ryzen 3 CPU, this Acer Aspire 5 laptop has a roomy display, a slim-and-trim chassis, solid everyday performance, and a sub-$350 price tag.
The Chromebook Spin 713 is Acer's high-end model for work or home
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is the company's fanciest Chromebook to date, with sleek design, high-end features, and even an enterprise version.
HP Chromebook x360 12b review: It's affordable and good
The HP Chromebook x360 12b offers good design and quality where it counts, plus decent performance and solid battery life.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Duet is avant-garde, yet affordable
The Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Duet is the latest attempt to meld Chromebook productivity with Android versatility. Can the affordable price shift more users away from plain old clamshells?
How to turn your Kindle on or off: Finding the power button
Find the power button on your Amazon Kindle using our guide, including photos of Amazon Kindle, Kindle Oasis, and Kindle Voyage models.
The HP Envy 15 leads a rebranded product line made for creators
The HP Envy 15 leads a laptop line rebranded for creators that puts a lot of substance (high-end CPUs and discrete graphics) behind its stylish design.
What's the best work-from-home laptop? Here's what to look for
The best laptops for working from home can be surprisingly affordable, as long as they have certain minimum specs and essential features like webcams, audio jacks and more.
The Lenovo Legion 5i and 7i debut Nvidia Advanced Optimus to tame power-hungry G-Sync displays
The Lenovo Legion 5i and 7i gaming laptops will debut Nvidia's Advanced Optimus technology, which will manage G-Sync power usage to extend battery life.
Logitech Powered wireless chargers offer Qi support and style to spare
The Logitech Powered wireless charging dock, stand, and pad provide Qi wireless charging support for Android and iPhone handsets.
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