Nvidia RTX 4080: What we learned from GTC 2022
The RTX 4080 was a no-show at GTC 2022, but the next-gen Hopper architecture still holds some hints for the upcoming graphics card.
Microsoft is hindering Windows 11 on custom-built PCs
A new watermark is showing up on custom-built PCs running Windows 11, notifying users that their machines aren't supported. But that's the problem: They are.
How Hedy Lamarr built the foundations of Wi-Fi 80 years ago
Hedy Lamarr is best known for her work as an actress, but she also co-invented a radio communication technique that laid the foundation for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
6 upcoming Windows 11 features worth upgrading for
Windows 11's next big update is coming later this year, but you can already preview some of the upcoming features. Here are six of them.
Why the M1 Ultra was doomed to disappoint
Apple said the M1 Ultra is more powerful than Nvidia's RTX 3090. It was always a ridiculous comparison, and now we know that Apple's claims weren't true.
How Ada Lovelace became a feminist icon and a computer pioneer
Ada Lovelace is often described as the world’s first computer programmer -- an achievement she earned nearly a century before the creation of the first computer
7 benefits of using a VPN (spoiler: it could save you money)
Using a VPN is a vital part of browsing the internet safely now. Here are the key benefits to using a VPN.
ExpressVPN vs. Surfshark: Which is the better VPN in 2022?
Not sure whether you need ExpressVPN or Surfshark? Read on while we explain all the pros and cons.
ExpressVPN vs. IPVanish: Which is the better VPN in 2022?
ExpressVPN and IPVanish are great VPNs when it comes to the basics but what about when it comes to streaming, downloads, and more? We take a look at which is the best.
Your next laptop may have a haptic touchpad, and that’s good
The mechanical touchpad has a number of weaknesses that haptic touchpads can address. That's why it's so great that they're making their way to Windows laptops.
Ray tracing on Elden Ring? Here’s how I added it myself
You can't get Nvidia's RTX ray tracing in Elden Ring, but you can use the technique to enhance the look of it and most other PC games.
Apple’s M1 Ultra is faster than an RTX 3090? Don’t count on it
Apple made some big claims when it announced the M1 Ultra during its spring 2022 event, saying that the chip can outclass the RTX 3090. Here's why it won't.
Apple’s Mac Studio isn’t modular — and that’s a good thing
Apple announced the Mac Studio, and it fits in a similar spot as the modular Mac Pro. But it's a good thing the Mac Studio isn't following in those footsteps.
4 big problems with Apple’s brand-new Studio Display
Apple’s Studio Display brings an awful lot to the table, yet it also has its fair share of disappointments. Here are four problems with the new monitor.
Apple spring event: Everything that didn’t get announced
Apple's March 8 event delivered new iPhones and iPads and the Mac Studio. Here are the products that did not get announced.
Apple is charging $400 for Studio Display height adjustment
Apple’s new Studio Display monitor has a $400 height adjustment add-on, showing that the company still doesn’t know how not to make a meme out of itself.
Why Apple skipped the M2 MacBook Pro at its spring event
The next MacBook Pro was highly rumored to launch at Apple's Spring event, but it was a no-show. What happened?
Flaxseed and water bottles? Lenovo’s design experiments try it all
Digital Trends spoke with Lenovo's VP of design about its sustainability efforts, its use of new materials in products, and the future of computing design.
Even with lower prices, you shouldn’t buy a GPU right now
Graphics card prices are dropping more than they have in over a year. But right now is the worst possible time to upgrade your GPU.
The best laptops of MWC 2022
Lots of new laptops were announced at Mobile World Congress 2022, including some stand-out new devices we got to spend some time with.
Elden Ring’s new patch still stutters; here’s how to fix it
From Software put out a new patch for Elden Ring, but it doesn't fix the game's biggest issue: Stuttering. Here's how to fix it yourself.
Testing Super Device, Huawei’s ‘pain-free’ multidevice link
Huawei's Super Device lets you wirelessly connect different products together for the purpose of multitasking and collaboration. We've tried it out.
The Interplanetary File System: How you’ll store files in the future
The Interplanetary File System is a radical new file storage protocol that could potentially lead to a tectonic shift in how information is stored on the web.
The 4 biggest problems with the Steam Deck
The Steam Deck has received lots of praise from reviewers on its launch day, but the system is not without its issues.
How the Steam Deck dares to untether PC gaming from the PC
The Steam Deck could prove that PC gaming has a future beyond just desktops and laptops.
3 reasons why the Steam Deck is the ultimate gaming handheld
With Steam Decks finally shipping, you might be tempted to throw your name in the queue. Here's why you should sign up for what could be the ultimate handheld.
Why a Mac Mini Pro would be such a game-changer
Apple is rumored to launch an upgraded Mac Mini in just a couple of weeks. What will it be like?
Internet guerrillas: Inside the DIY broadband revolution with NYC Mesh
NYC Mesh is a guerrilla internet provider that helps city residents get online without paying a monthly fee to big telecom companies like Verizon or Comcast
Inside the U.K. lab that connects brains to quantum computers
Scientists at the University of Plymouth are in the early stages of developing tech that would allow humans to control quantum computers with their thoughts.
5 graphics settings you need to change in every PC game
Graphics menus are only getting more complex. We rounded up five graphics settings you need to change so you can optimize any PC game, no matter your hardware.
Windows 11 still has this one major advantage over MacOS
When it comes to getting work done and multitasking, Windows 11 is still the better operating system over MacOS.
In defense of the Dell XPS 13 Plus
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has some controversial and potentially divisive new features, but it points the way toward a more innovative future for the XPS line.
The most anticipated laptops of 2022: XPS, MacBook, and more
With CES behind us, we have a pretty good idea of what the most exciting new laptops of 2022 will be.
Samsung Display’s QD-OLED TV first look: Best. Picture. Ever.
It was elusive, but I finally tracked down Samsung's QD-OLED display and saw it with my own eyes. Here's what it is and why its so amazing.