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AMD CEO holding 3D V-Cache CPU.

AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D might show up sooner than expected

AMD might be releasing its Ryzen 7 9800X3D next month, at least according to a leak.
Computing News
A hunter dodges a monster in Monster Hunter Wilds.

The internet is furious about Monster Hunter Wilds’ PC requirements

Monster Hunter Wilds officially has PC requirements, and the internet isn't taking too kindly to them.
Computing News
The Nvidia GPU shown inside the HP Z2 G9.

Z by HP Boost slices up GPUs to speed up AI workloads

HP is introducing a new feature for its AI Studio platform that allows you to share GPU resources to speed up AI development.
Computing News
Razer Blade 14 sitting on a coffee table.

Razer just opened the floodgates for its ‘cheating’ Snap Tap feature

Razer is rolling out an update that massively expands support for its competitive Snap Tap feature, including to Razer Blade laptops.
Computing News
An HDR video playing on the Sony InZone M9.

Sony might have the best 480Hz OLED, but it needs to catch up with the times

Sony is giving its InZone brand a boost with a 480Hz OLED, but there's one area where it struggles compared to the competition.
Computing News
The Razer Black Widow V4 Pro 75% sitting on a pink background.

Razer Black Widow V4 Pro 75% Wireless review: What was Razer thinking?

The Razer Black Widow V4 Pro Wireless has the specs, feel, and RGB to compete, but one thing has me scratching my head -- the price.
Computing Reviews
The Plex app running on a TV.

I canceled my streaming services and built a Plex server — I’m never going back

I've been slowly canceling all of my streaming services after setting up a seamless Plex server. Here's how I did it.
Computing Features
EmuDeck running on a Windows PC.

EmuDeck is slowly taking over my PC gaming setup

EmuDeck is a quick way to set up emulators on your Steam Deck, but it's slowly grown to be an essential app on my main gaming PC.
Computing Features
The Tecno Megamini G1 sitting on a table.

Tecno Megamini G1 review: a beautiful mini PC

Through a collaboration between Tecno and Geekom, the Megamini G1 delivers performance far above what its specs would suggest.
Computing Reviews
A cockpit view in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 needs 64GB of RAM for ‘ideal’ specs

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 finally has system requirements, and they call for 64GB of RAM for an ideal playing experience.
Computing News
Kratos fights an end game boss in God of War Ragnarok.

God of War Ragnarok on PC punished my 8GB graphics card

God of War Ragnarok is out on PC, but if you're running a GPU with 8GB of VRAM, you might run into some issues with performance.
Computing Features
The Surface Laptop 7 on a table in front of a window.

Intel decimates Apple to take battery life crown

Lenovo jumped the gun with a battery life test of Intel's upcoming Lunar Lake CPUs, and they absolutely clobber Apple.
Computing News
A Core i9-12900KS processor sits on its box.

Intel may have been right about killing Hyper-Threading after all

Intel is getting rid of Hyper-Threading, and according to new leaked benchmarks, that may have been the right call.
Computing News
Clive fighting an enemy in Final Fantasy 16.

Final Fantasy 16 has problems on PC — but this free mod fixes them

Final Fantasy 16 isn't off to the best start on PC, but a free mod is already fixing several problems with the PC port.
Computing News
The RTX 4090 sitting alongside the Fractal Terra case.

Nvidia is reportedly sunsetting the RTX 4090

According to an insider forum, Nvidia is getting ready to discontinue its RTX 4090 and RTX 4090D graphics cards.
Computing News
An OLED display with burn-in.

This app promises to prevent OLED burn-in, but don’t fall for it

OLED burn-in is one of the main reasons to stay away from an OLED monitor, but this app claims to solve that issue.
Computing Features
Google Chrome browser running on Android Automotive in a car.

Don’t trust that Google sign-in — how hackers are swiping passwords in Chrome

Hackers are using a new method to steal your Google password, and it happens from the official sign-in page.
Computing News
OLED demo on the Asus ROG PG27AQDM.

The 10 best monitors for 2024: tested and reviewed

Looking for the best monitors to buy in 2024? These are the ones that deserve your attention and investment.
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An Intel Foundry employee holds a chip between fingertips.

Intel almost designed the chip for the PlayStation 6

It looks like AMD will be designing the PlayStation 6, as Intel reportedly lost a contract to design the console two years ago.
Computing News
Alan Wake 2 running on the Samsung Odyssey OELD G9.

Nvidia’s most underrated DLSS feature deserves far more attention

Nvidia's DLSS is a critical piece of modern PC gaming tech, but one feature of the suite has flown under the radar.
Computing Features
The Cooler Master MasterHub with various modules.

I didn’t think I needed a modular keypad — until I tried this one

The Cooler Master MasterHub takes what makes the Stream Deck great and expands it with a fully modular approach.
Computing Features
The Backbone One - PlayStation Edition lays down with the PS Remote Play turned on.

How to use remote play on PS5

Wondering how to use remote play on PS5? Getting set up is simple as long as you have a compatible device and controller. Here's how to start.
Gaming Guides
The PS5 disassembled on a table.

The PS5 Pro is packing GPU tech that no AMD PC has

According to Sony, the PS5 Pro has exclusive features that aren't available on any AMD GPU right now.
Computing News
A red and blue PS5 stands on a table with matching controllers.

How to factory reset a PS5

No matter if you want to sell, trade in, or just troubleshoot your PlayStation 5, our guide will help you figure out how to reset your PS5 quickly and easily.
Gaming Guides
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Alienware AW2725QF.

Alienware AW2725QF review: Are two monitors better than one?

Alienware's new AW2725QF claims to be two monitors in one, but it feels more like two halves of a monitor glued together.
Computing Reviews
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iFixIt’s stealthy soldering iron heats up in 5 seconds while charging your laptop

iFixIt has an interesting new repair tool -- a soldering iron that can heat up in under 5 seconds while charging your laptop.
Computing News
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Is Apex Legends cross-platform?

Apex Legends is one of the best free-to-play games and a top-tier battle royale title — so you'll want to play with all your friends.
Gaming Guides
Dauntless player attacking Behemoth.

Is Dauntless cross-platform?

No matter if you're on PS5, PC, Xbox, or Switch, Dauntless supports cross-platform play. Getting started is a little trickier than it ought to be, though.
Gaming Guides
The Asus Zenbook S 16 sitting on a coffee table.

AMD may have transformed this thin and light laptop into a gaming powerhouse

A new driver for AMD's Ryzen AI 300 processors promises higher frame rates with AFMF 2 and a new feature called Virtual Graphics Memory.
Computing News
The RTX 4090 inside the Fractal Terra case.

This free app is just what my small form factor PC needed

The new app Camomile claims to lower your CPU temperatures without impacting performance. I put that claim to the test.
Computing Features
A mini PC sitting in front of the PS5.

Sorry, but the PS5 Pro is worth $700

The PS5 Pro is insanely expensive at $700, but compared to buying a gaming PC, it's shockingly worth the price.
Computing Features
Marvel's Spider-Man running on the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8.

The PS5 Pro just stole the best feature of PC gaming

Sony's updated PS5 Pro is more powerful, but it comes with a unique feature ripped straight from the playbook of PC gaming.
Computing News
Among Us

Is Among Us cross-platform?

You'll need a big group to get the most out of Among Us. With cross-platform play, you can team up with your friends across PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile.
Gaming Guides
The Glorious GMMK 3 among several accessories.

Glorious GMMK 3 review: the last keyboard you’ll ever need?

Glorious has finally released the GMMK 3, and it goes far beyond being just another mechanical keyboard. It wants to be the last keyboard you ever buy.
Computing Reviews
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