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Best gaming laptops 2023: What to look for and highest-rated models
Which gaming laptop should you buy? From size, to performance, to budget, to features, this buyer's guide will help you find the best gaming laptop for your needs.
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Best Windows Hello webcams 2023: Bring biometric login to your PC
Windows Hello webcams are relatively rare outside of laptops—not even Microsoft sells one. We've rounded up several PC cameras that do support Windows Hello, so you can add facial-recognition login to your PC.
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The best SSDs of 2023: Reviews and buying advice
The best solid-state drives can supercharge your PC. Here are our picks for the best SSDs, and what you should know before a purchase.
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Best gaming headsets 2023: Reviews and buying advice
We pick the best wired and wireless headsets for your PC gaming pleasure and comfort.
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Best external drives 2023: Backup, storage, and portability
Whether you're looking for speed, capacity, portability, or all of the above, a USB external hard disk or SSD is a necessary complement to your desktop PC setup.
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Best PCIe 4.0 SSDs 2023: Up your storage game
The WD Black SN850X is the best PCIe 4.0 SSD you can buy right now. We explain why, and what you need to know about ultra-fast PCIe 4.0 drives in general.
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Best USB-C hubs and dongles 2023: Add ports to your laptop or tablet
Tested and approved: We'll tell you which USB-C hub or dongle to buy for your laptop or tablet, based on our hands-on evaluation of more than a dozen products.
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The best CPUs for gaming
The best gaming CPUs will help your PC pump out as many frames as possible, as quickly as possible. We pick the best for every budget.
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Best budget computer speakers 2023: $100 or less
Budget computer speakers have come a long way since the tinny-sounding beige boxes of yore. Our top picks are surprisingly good—and surprisingly affordable.
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Best USB microphones for streaming: Upgrade your stream with 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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Best dash cams 2023: Your second set of eyes on the road
We review the best 1080p and 4K dash cams. They record what's ahead (and sometimes what's behind)—just the sort of backup you want in the midst of harried traffic.
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Best power banks 2023: The top portable chargers for devices
Any smartphone user knows how important it is to have backup power. We've reviewed top offerings from Anker, Aukey, Otterbox, Mophie, and others. Read on for our picks, and what to look for in your portable charger.
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Best wireless keyboards 2023: Top Bluetooth and USB models
You’re not using the crummy keyboard that came with your PC, are you? Are you? We hand-tested these wireless models to find better options for your daily driver.
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Chromebooks versus Windows laptops: Which should you buy?
Should you buy a Chromebook or a Windows laptop? They're similar in some ways, but fundamentally different in others. This guide will help you decide.
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Best wireless chargers: Ditch the headache of cables with our top picks
We review an array of wireless charging stands and pads to find the best one to recharge your Android or iPhone handset.
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The best Kindle: Reviews and buying advice
Amazon offers Kindle e-readers with features and prices to suit the taste of any bookworm. We’ll help you pick the one that’s perfect for you.
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Best mesh Wi-Fi routers: Reviews and buying advice
Few elements of your home’s infrastructure have a bigger impact on your tech life. We recommend mesh Wi-Fi routers for most people, and we’ll help you find just the right one for your needs.
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Stay focused with these 5 Google Chrome extensions
Whether you're writing emails or term papers, these Google Chrome extensions will help you stay focused on day-to-day tasks.
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Best phone mounts and holders for cars
Keep your phone (and your GPS directions) in sight with these mounts.
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