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Avoid public USB charging stations. They could hack your phone
Security researchers have found a vulnerability that allows hackers to infiltrate phones using manipulated USB charging stations.
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Alienware's newest 34-inch OLED gaming monitor is faster and cheaper
The new AW3425DW has an upgraded 240Hz OLED panel and an even lower price, starting at $800 USD.
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ExpressVPN vs. NordVPN: Clash of the heavyweight titans
We put two of the biggest names in the VPN industry against each other to see which is truly worthy of your hard-earned money.
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Gamers Nexus joins The Full Nerd podcast for tariff talk
Steve Burke and his team published an incredible breakdown video for the Trump tariffs, and he's coming on The Full Nerd to chat with us about it.
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Samsung's 512GB microSD card with USB adapter hits all-time low price
The Samsung PRO Plus microSD card (with USB reader included) is now just $30 on Amazon.
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Need to replace your PC at a reasonable price? Don't wait—the window is closing
With shipments from China dropping and rumblings of inflation, you may soon have difficulty finding an affordable upgrade.
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LG's super-fast 4K OLED gaming monitor is $400 off right now
In 4K mode, it reaches 240Hz—but in 1080p mode, it can crank up to 480Hz! And right now, this OLED display is on sale for less than $1,000.
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HP's Ryzen 5 laptop with a touchscreen is seriously cheap today
This daily driver HP laptop is touch-enabled and decent with battery life. Get it now for just $350 at Best Buy!
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Is someone spying on your Facebook account? Here's how to find out
If a hacker has secret access to your messages, posts, photos, and videos, you can kick them out.
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Asus ROG Strix Scar 16 review: Powerful, stylish, and competitively priced
Want a laptop with RTX 5080 series inside? Asus’ Strix Scar 16 is a relatively affordable option with solid CPU and GPU performance and nice extras, like a Mini-LED display and a large touchpad.
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How to make Windows 11 look like Windows 10
Windows 11 gives Microsoft's operating system a bold new look, but you can still make it feel (mostly) familiar. Here's how.
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This $20 Lifetime EDU Deal Lets You Learn Like a Billionaire
Get lifetime access to more than 1,000 current and future courses with EDU Unlimited, now $19.97 for a limited time.
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Uh-oh. Temu just doubled prices because of Trump's tariffs
The end of de minimis exemptions means the end of affordable goods shipped from China directly to American consumers.
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Is Windows 11's built-in antivirus security enough for normal people?
See where Windows Security stands tall and where it falls short for regular, daily use.
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Best PDF editors 2025: Our top picks
When you need to edit a PDF file, these tools are your best friends.
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Take $650 off Samsung's 49-inch ultrawide OLED gaming monitor today
Samsung's biggest OLED ultrawide monitor has an even bigger discount on Amazon right now, with a final price of $950.
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That one famous anti-piracy PSA campaign may have used a pirated font
The creator of the official font says he finds the whole situation hilarious.
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This modder stuck a 13-inch OLED USB-C monitor on his Steam Deck
One Steam Deck owner 3D-printed a bracket for a portable monitor, resulting in a mega-sized Frankenstein's monster of portable PC gaming power.
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ChatGPT's awesome 'Deep Research' is rolling out to free users soon
The lightweight version of Deep Research will be as in-depth as the standard version, but produce shorter answers.
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Brave browser's newest tool swats away those annoying cookie pop-ups
"Cookiecrumbler" combines AI with manual human review to build a database of cookie pop-ups and methods to get rid of them.
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Struggling with frozen apps? Windows 11 has a faster fix
Windows 11 now includes a built-in End Task option in your settings, allowing you to quickly shut down unresponsive programs with a single click. No Task Manager needed!
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Lenovo's RTX 4060 gaming laptop is stunningly cheap right now: $849
Save 26% on this Lenovo LOQ 15IRX9 gaming laptop at B&H before this deal expires!
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Ultraloq Z-Wave smart locks get Home Assistant integration
IoT manufacturer Xthings is doubling down on integration with the popular DIY smart home platform, starting with its Ultraloq U-Bolt Z-Wave smart deadbolts.
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This travel-friendly portable IPS laptop monitor is 41% off right now
The Arzopa S1 Table portable monitor is down to $65 (was $110) on Amazon.
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Get $160 off on this Core Ultra 5 mini PC with 8K USB4 support
This GMKtec Nucbox K9 actually supports up to triple 4K monitors. Get it now for just $600 on Amazon!
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Dell Pro 34 Plus USB-C review: A pricey ultrawide monitor built for work
The Dell Pro 34 Plus USB-C is a decent choice if you want an ultrawide with lots of connectivity, but the monitor’s image quality fails to impress.
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13 essential Google Chrome features you need to start using now
Are you using Chrome to its full potential? These key features—which many users overlook to their detriment—will make sure you are.
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Simplify your business accounting needs with Intuit QuickBooks, now 64% off
Make business accounting easy with QuickBooks Desktop Pro Plus 2024. Your one-time purchase of $250 gives you lifelong access to powerful features like enhanced reporting, inventory management, and secure data encryption.
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Best VPN deals: Protect your privacy for the lowest prices
We've scoured the web to help you find the best deals on VPNs available this April. Currently on discount: NordVPN, Surfshark, and Proton VPN.
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Kill ads on every website and device with AdGuard’s lifetime plan
Today only: Get AdGuard Family Plan for $15.97 with code FAMPLAN. Block ads, trackers, and malware on 9 devices for life, even on YouTube.
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This new app turns your phone into a high quality scanner
Turn your Android or iOS device into a document scanner and editor with SwiftScan
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Windows is testing a better profanity filter, **** yeah
Microsoft Windows is testing new Windows beta builds with a better profanity filter and improved Click-to-Do functionality.
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Best VPN for streaming Netflix 2025: Watch from wherever you are
Netflix doesn't like VPNs, but these services promise not to chill on Netflix compatibility.
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Google is dropping support for its oldest Nest Learning Thermostats
The first- and second-generation Nest Learning Thermostats will stop getting updates later this year, and they won’t work in the Google Home app anymore, either.
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Zodiac Labs is Bringing Pro-Level Esports PCs to the People
Why Zodiac Labs thinks the gaming PC world is ready for an upgrade.
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This mini PC has 16GB of RAM for just $158
This is about as cheap as you can get for a PC that can run Windows 11 at this point, though you might have to spring for a month of Amazon Prime for the best price.
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Blame your phone for killing off this traditional Windows app
Microsoft has listed the Maps app within Windows as a target for deprecation, meaning that this legacy Windows Phone app is going away by summer. Thanks, smartphones.
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Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera (wired) review: A premium porch watcher
With this doorbell, Ecobee, maker of the exquisite Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium, is one product category short of offering a great home security system.
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Windows Recall is too risky for your Copilot+ PC. Turn it off, now
Windows Recall offers an easy way to search your history on your PC. It's simple and convenient — both for you as well as bad actors. Remove it.
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Slate is the perfect EV pickup truck for PC builders like me
A new, tiny, electric pickup truck is making a splash in America. As a desktop PC builder, it's making my eyes pop out from the possibilities.
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Tested! The best Chromebooks you can buy in 2025 — from budget to premium
Looking for the best Chromebook in 2025? Our expert reviews cover top models for work, school, and entertainment — they've been tested for battery life, performance, and value.
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I went hands-on with Eufy’s elusive E10 smart display
Eufy’s been coy about its upcoming smart display, but I managed to snag some hands-on time in New York City this week.
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Intel's older CPUs are being snapped up. Well, duh
Intel's latest Core Ultra PC CPUs can't keep up with its older Raptor Lake generation, and those chips are cheaper, too. Mix in tariff concerns, and it's no secret why Intel's Core Ultras are getting passed over by enthusiasts.
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Intel customers are buying up all its older CPUs to beat tariffs
Intel says that it is selling more of its older Raptor Lake PC processors than Lunar Lake chips, as the company wrestles with a potential recession and questions over its CHIPS Act funding.
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The vultures are circling for Chrome
OpenAI, Perplexity, and Yahoo all want to buy Chrome if Google is forced to sell, according to recent reports. They're probably not the only ones.
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Why I never use a bottleneck calculator to decide my PC gaming hardware
These sketchy apps can lead you astray on your PC parts buying decisions.
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Microsoft will fix classic Outlook typing lag in the coming weeks
There's a bug in classic Outlook that causes CPU spikes while typing. Here's a workaround you can use until it's fixed.
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This is the cheapest Windows Hello webcam with 2K video we've seen
Now with a 20% discount, this 2K webcam with Windows Hello support can be yours for just $32 on Amazon.
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Anker's compact $10 USB power strip is an essential travel accessory
This Anker power strip with 2 outlets and 2 USB-A ports is currently 50% off on Amazon.
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