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Google Screencast rethinks screen recordings on Chromebooks

Google is launching a new Screencast app for Chromebooks. Here's a little more on how it can change screen recordings, particularly in education.
iPhone being used as a Mac webcam.

Apple’s iPhone workaround doesn’t excuse bad MacBook webcams

Your iPhone is now a hi-res webcam for your Mac. It's neat! But that doesn't mean Apple can excuse itself from a 720p webcam on a $1,300 laptop in 2022.
Board concept of Apple M2.

Why the M2 might not be as next-gen as Apple says

Apple unveiled the new M2 processor at WWDC, but unlike the M1, it probably won't offer the seismic shift in performance that Macs have recently enjoyed.
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MacOS Ventura: The best new features coming to your Mac soon

This fall, your Mac is going to get a lot of new features with MacOS Ventura. Here are some of the best ones.
Craig Ferguson introducing Mac Gaming at WWDC.

Apple’s ‘new day’ for Mac gaming could actually work

Apple says it's starting "a new day" for gaming on Mac, which starts with two new features that will help games run and load faster.
Tim Cook at WWDC 2022.

All of Apple’s big no-shows from WWDC 2022

Unsurprisingly, the WWDC 2022 rumors weren't totally correct. Here's everything Apple didn't announce during its annual developer keynote.
A close-up of the Apple logo on a 2020 M1 Mac Mini, with MacOS Monterey reflecting onto its surface.

Don’t believe these outlandish last-minute WWDC leaks

Apple’s WWDC show is almost here, and the rumor mill is in overdrive. But there’s one major Mac rumor you definitely shouldn’t believe this time around.
The WD Black SN770 gaming SSD lying on a table with other PC components.

How to sell used PC parts

You want to upgrade your PC, but old hardware is standing in the way. Here's how to easily sell your used PC parts locally or online.
Elden Ring on an HDR gaming monitor.

The sad, misleading, and embarrassing state of HDR in PC gaming

HDR in PC games has been the source of problems for four years now, and we've made shockingly little progress. But there may finally be a way out.
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My Outlook inbox was a mess before I started using these 3 tricks

These three tips dramatically improved my ability to manage incoming emails, and I think they'll help you too.
Person sitting and using a Windows Surface computer with Windows 11.

5 Windows 11 tricks you really should try

If you've recently upgraded to Windows 11 or have been using the OS for a while, here are five of the top tricks and tips you should try.
Blue MacBook Air concept image.

4 Macs that could launch at WWDC (and one that won’t)

WWDC 2022 is right around the corner, and it could be a packed show full of Mac announcements. Here are four Macs we could see launch at the keynote this year.
The Microsoft Edge browser on a flat surface.

6 Microsoft Edge shortcuts you need to try

If you're looking to save time during your busy day, check out these Microsoft Edge keyboard shortcuts.
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4 annoying MacOS problems Apple needs to fix at WWDC

Apple’s WWDC show is fast approaching, and it’s a great chance for the company to fix a bunch of problems in MacOS. Here’s what Apple needs to change.
Agent 47 standing on a rainy street in China.

Hitman 3 showcases how pointless ray tracing can be

Hitman 3 just received its long-awaited ray tracing update, but the new lighting tech can actually make the game look worse while destroying performance.
LG UltraGear monitor over a futuristic background.

The most exciting monitors still coming in 2022

Let's take a look at all the exciting monitors that will be released throughout the rest of the year, such as the 500Hz Asus, LG OLED, or the Samsung Ark.
Kadaza on multiple devices like phones, tablets, and more.

Meet Kadaza: A customizable start page and web portal just for you

Since 2008, Kadaza has offered one of the best personalized homepages of the internet. Learn more and check it out!
Lisa Su, the CEO of AMD, pictured holding an AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT graphics card.

Computex 2022: The biggest announcements this year

Computex 2022 was a hybrid show. Here are all of the biggest announcements and reveals from this year's event.
Asus ROG Swift 500Hz monitor.

Computex monitor madness: 500Hz, 48-inch OLED and more

Computex 2022 is filled with exciting hardware releases, including some of the best monitors of the year. A 500Hz Asus, new Samsung Odyssey, and more are here.
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TikTok Live Subscriptions: Everything we know so far

TikTok recently announced its LIVE Subscription program. But what does that mean for you? We'll break down everything we know about it so far.
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AMD vs. Nvidia at Computex 2022: Where were all the GPUs?

Computex 2022 has a lot of exciting news, but not if you care about graphics. After AMD and Nvidia's keynotes, we were left wondering, where are all the GPUs?
A power supply in front of the ReSpec logo.

The decade of ignoring your gaming PC’s power supply is over

For around a decade, there hasn't been a reason to go beyond a 750W power supply in a gaming PC. But that's changing, and it's important to upgrade soon.
A person using a laptop that is running Windows 11.

This simple Windows File Explorer trick blew my mind

If you need to rename multiple files in Windows 10 or Windows 11, don't do it one by one. Use this trick instead.
Intel Arc Alchemist reference design render.

Intel isn’t at Computex, and that could kill Arc Alchemist

Intel isn't hosting a Computex keynote this year, where we expected to learn more about the upcoming Arc Alchemist GPUs that have been plagued by delays.
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Don’t make another PowerPoint without knowing these 3 tricks

Before you create your next slideshow, check out these Microsoft PowerPoint tricks. You can save time, make shows for different audiences, and stay organized.
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AMD Ryzen 6000 tested in a new Zenbook against Intel’s best

We get an early look at the new Zenbook S 13 featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U. How does it compare to Intel 12th-gen?
LG Gram 16 2-in-1 side-by-side with LG gram +view IPS Portable Monitor.

This LG display completely changed my mind on portable monitors

The LG gram +view IPS Portable Monitor is a surprisingly useful tool for multitasking on the go, with display quality that creators could use in a pinch.
Apple Mac Mini M1 sitting on a desk.

I’m a die-hard Windows fan, but the M1 Mac Mini converted me

I love Windows and Surface, but after buying a M1 Mac Mini, I ended up falling in love with this new era of the Mac.
Intel Core i9-12900K box on a desk.

Intel 12th-gen Alder Lake CPUs: Everything you need to know

Intel's Alder Lake processors are some of the most exciting chips in years. Here's everything you need to know about Intel's 12th-generation CPUs.
Julianna pins Colt to the ground in Deathloop.

After testing AMD FSR 2.0, I’m almost ready to ditch DLSS

AMD FSR 2.0 is here with an update to Deathloop, and the new upscaling tech may be the final nail in the coffin for Nvidia's competing DLSS.
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Popular YouTubers react to Shorts’ new video remix feature

Popular YouTube creators react to Shorts' latest video splice feature that allows for remixing public videos on the platform.
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Asus Zenbook Pro 16X hands-on review: Fast, feature-packed

The Asus ZenBook Pro 16X is a tech tour de force with plenty of power and a gorgeous display. It's perfect for productivity, creativity, and media consumption.
Google Docs in Firefox on a MacBook.

5 Google Docs tricks you didn’t know you needed

Create a Gmail draft, set up meeting notes, insert a drop-down list, and more. These are the best Google Docs tricks to date for improving productivity.
A Lenovo Legion 5i Pro sitting on a shelf.

Gaming laptops are lying to us, and no one seems to care

Most gaming PCs are defined by their specs, but not gaming laptops. Even with the same graphics card, some laptops just don't perform the way they should.