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The iPhone Mirroring feature from macOS Sequoia being demonstrated at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024.

I’ve been using the first macOS Sequoia public beta. Here’s my take on it so far

Apple has just released the macOS Sequoia public beta into the wild. Should you download it? We tested its new apps and features to see if it’s worth your time.
The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme among accessories.

Excellent ROG Azoth Extreme keyboard probably costs more than your graphics card

The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme wears its name proudly with one of the most premium designs I've ever seen, but its price is almost impossible to stomach.
A photo shows Wise Data Recovery Pro open on a PC monitor.

Wise Data Recovery Pro review: Is it worth it?

Wise Data Recovery is a nice free option for file restoration, so I tested the low-cost pro version to find out if it's worth the cost.
Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 review: failing to stand out

The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 4 would have been a lot more competitive a couple of years ago. Today, it fails to stand out and is hard to recommend.
The Surface Laptop 7 on a table in front of a window.

Surface Laptop 7th Edition review: my new daily carry

The 7th Edition of the Surface Laptop achieves a level of greatness never before seen in the line.
Brother's HL-L3280CDW is compact and attractive.

This Brother printer is great, but here’s why you shouldn’t buy it

Brother's HL-L3280CDW color laser printer has a nice price, so I tested the quality, performance, and long-term value to see if it's right for you.
The RoboForm start page is shown on a PC monitor.

RoboForm review: a password manager that keeps things simple

I review RoboForm, a low-cost password manager that claims 24/7 priority support and unlimited logins for all your devices.
The Keeper password manager app is open on a Windows PC.

Keeper password manager review: share logins with precision and ease

I review Keeper's Personal and Family plans, affordable password management with robust security and lots of sharing features.
LG Gram 16 2-in-1 2024 front view showing display and keyboard.

LG Gram 16 2-in-1 review: insanely thin, insanely gorgeous

The LG Gram 16 2-in-1 is incredibly thin and light even with a spectacular OLED display. It's not as fast as other large laptops, but it's still a joy to use.
HP OmniBook X front view showing display and keyboard.

HP OmniBook X review: a new breed of Windows laptop

The HP OmniBook X is one of the first laptops introduced in an upcoming crop of new Windows on Arm machines. It holds promise while raising some questions.
Stellar Data Recovery Premium appears on a PC monitor.

Stellar Data Recovery Premium review: Great support isn’t always enough

I reviewed Stellar Data Recovery's three subscription plans and a free version to find out which is best and offers the most value.
Brother's HL-L3295CDW is a compact color laser printer.

Brother HL-L3295CDW review: a low-cost, scalable color laser printer

I reviewed Brother's HL-L3295CDW color laser printer to find out if it's the right choice for your home office or small business.
Recuva Professional data recovery app shown on a PC monitor

Recuva Professional review: a $25 data recovery app that works

I review one of the cheapest data recovery apps available to find out if it works well and is easy to use on SSDs, HDDs, and more.
The Ease US Data Recovery Wizard Pro app appears on a PC monitor.

EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro review: a low-cost way to restore files

I review EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro, software that helps restore lost files for every type of storage to test its ease-of-use and value.
Lenovo Yoga 7 14 Gen 9 front view showing display and keyboard.

The budget Lenovo Yoga 7 is a great laptop for the price — but it’s not perfect

The Lenovo Yoga 7 14 Gen 9 is an attractive 2-in-1 at current prices. Its display lets it down, though, with inferior colors. Many users won't mind, though.
A flamingo on the LG UltraGear Dual Mode OLED monitor.

LG Dual Mode OLED review: a truly one-of-a-kind gaming monitor

LG's UltraGear Dual Mode OLED does something no other OLED does: 480Hz. It's the standout feature of this excellent display, but the price holds it back.
asus zenbook s 13 oled 2024 review olympus digital camera

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2024) review: too little, too late

The Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED is another laptop that's soon to be superseded by a new class of fast and efficient machines. Its price needs to drop to compete.
The Bitwarden extension is open in a browser showing an article about password managers.

Bitwarden review: This open-source password manager unlocks choice

I researched Bitwarden's subscription plans and tested the family plan to check how much value it adds to its very competitive free option.
An iPhone with the Dashlane app appears in front of a Window screen with the Dashlane extension.

I reviewed Dashlane, and it’s much more than just a password manager

I tested Dashlane, a full-featured password manager with lots of extras and cross-platform support for passwordless logins.
Canon's imageClass MF753Cdw is a sturdy color laser printer.

Canon imageClass MF753Cdw laser printer review: fast color for your home office

I tested the value and quality of Canon's imageClass MF753Cdw, a home office color laser printer that can print, scan, copy, and fax.
Dell XPS 13 2024 front view showing display and keyboard.

Dell XPS 13 (2024) review: Great laptop. Wrong chip?

The 2024 Dell XPS 13 maintains the controversial design elements of the XPS 13 Plus, now with better cooling.
A MacBook Air runs Norton 360 Deluxe antivirus software.

Norton for Mac review: antivirus protection and much more

I tested Norton antivirus software on my MacBook, checking pricing and features to find out how well this popular solution works with macOS.
I tested 1Password on my Windows PC and iPhone.

I reviewed 1Password, and it’s one of the best password managers you can use

I reviewed top-rated password manager 1Password to check its value and ease-of-use for cross-platform syncing and sharing.
HP EliteBook 1040 2024 front view showing display and keyboard.

HP EliteBook 1040 review: a simple, beautiful business laptop

The HP EliteBook 1040 G11 is a well-equipped and well-built business class laptop with superior security and management features. And you'll pay for it all.
An Asus gaming monitor sitting on a table.

Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG review: an incredible, glossy OLED monitor

Brighter, cheaper, and with a glossy coating in tow, the Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG manages to address the pain points with OLED gaming monitors.
The Malwarebytes app is open on a MacBook Air.

Malwarebytes for Mac review: an antivirus and privacy upgrade

Malwarebytes for Mac increases your antivirus protection, so I tested its quality, ease of use, and features to find out if it's worth the cost.
A MacBook Air is shown with the Bitdefender for Mac dashboard open.

Bitdefender for Mac review: dependable security for macOS

Bitdefender's well-rated antivirus software is available for the Mac, but is it as good as the Windows version and does it integrate wll with macOS?
The Corsair One i500 sitting on a coffee table.

I hate prebuilt gaming PCs — but the Corsair One i500 changed my mind

The Corsair One i500 is an expensive gaming PC, but it still manages to feel worth every penny.
Canon's imageClass MF654cdw is a large, sturdy printer.

Canon imageClass MF654cdw review: a low-cost, high-quality color laser printer

Canon's imageClass MF654cdw is a high-quality color laser printer at a budget price, so we checked what tradeoffs were made to make it so affordable.
A top down view of the Alienware m16 R2.

Alienware m16 R2 review: threading the needle

The Alienware m16 R2 is a complete redesign of the line, and attempts to thread the needle in terms of value.
Norton antivirus scan is in progress on the screen of a Windows PC.

Norton 360 for Windows review: excellent antivirus packed with extras

We review Norton's antivirus and cybersecurity plans, checking malware protection, support, pricing, and more to help you keep your data secure.
HP Envy x360 14 2024 front view showing display and keyboard.

HP Envy x360 14 (2024) review: missing the mark where it counts

The HP Envy x360 14 is the first laptop I've reviewed with Intel's 15-watt Meteor Lake chipset. That promises better efficiency, but I didn't see it.
A photo of Bitdefender running on a PC.

Bitdefender for Windows review: premium protection for all your devices

We tested Bitdefender's antivirus and advanced security plans for Windows to find out how good it is and whether it's worth the cost.
An HDR demo playing on the HP Omen 27k monitor.

HP Omen 27k review: a shockingly good budget monitor

With a 4K resolution, great color, and a suite of features for a reasonable price., the HP Omen 27k is a prime example of how far gaming monitors have come.