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The PC upgrade you’ve been waiting for—get this Microsoft Surface for less than $200
Get a Microsoft Surface SE laptop with Windows 11 SE for just $189.99 — open box, like new, and ready to go.
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Best DIY home security systems of 2025: Reviews and buying advice
Installing your home security system yourself can save you hundreds of dollars. These are the best DIY options, with and without professional monitoring.
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Intel wants laptops to become as modular as desktop PCs
A senior executive said that Intel is making laptops more modular, as part of a bid to make them more flexible and easy to repair. But only Framework appears to be really taking action from a consumer standpoint.
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This new mecha-sized Intel gaming handheld has a giant price to match
OneXPlayer's new X1 Pro variant has a new Intel Arrow Lake processor. Oh, and it's covered in anime decals. No shade.
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The sneaky way to get a Peacock Premium free trial
How to get Peacock Premium free trial via Instacart+
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Best monitors: Gaming, 4K, HDR, and more
Our picks are the result of hundreds of hours spent testing the latest monitors from Acer, Asus, BenQ, Dell, LG, Samsung, and other major brands. n
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6 awesome Philips Hue smart light features you’re not using
If you’re only using the Philips Hue app to turn your Hue lights on and off, you’re not doing it right. Here are 6 essential Hue features that are easy to miss.
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Spider-Man 2 for PC loses its Steam Deck Verified status
The major release got a downgrade from Valve soon after a major game patch, though it's still marked as "Playable."
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What to do if your mouse is double-clicking when you don't mean it
It could be due to wear and tear, or it could be due to something else. Before you buy a new mouse straight away, here's what you can try to fix it.
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Amazing! Snag this HP laptop with 16GB of RAM for just $325
The 14-inch EliteBook G8 was already affordable at $600. It's a steal now that you can snag it for nearly half off on eBay!
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This slim-and-fast 20K laptop power bank is a whopping 52% off today
The Baseus Blade portable charger is portable, speedy, and affordable now that it's only $48 (was $100) on Amazon!
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Alienware's super-fast 1440p gaming monitor is 41% off right now
This 27-inch IPS gaming monitor reaches up to 180Hz and is currently on sale for just $219 on Amazon!
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Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5060 series brings DLSS 4's magic to the masses
Nvidia announces the $299 GeForce RTX 5060 and two different RTX 5060 Ti models with 8GB and 16GB VRAM.
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An army of Nvidia's affordable GeForce RTX 5060 laptops are coming soon
Nvidia's new GeForce RTX 5060 gaming laptops will be here in May, starting at $1100.
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This budget-friendly mini PC just dropped to its best-ever price: $249
Get the Kamrui E3B mini PC for just $249 on Amazon with Prime right now!
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MSI Raider 18 HX AI review: A benchmark-breaking beast in laptop form
The MSI Raider 18 HX AI isn’t a looker, but it packs incredible CPU and GPU performance.
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I'm a tech expert, but I still commit these 8 PC sins and mistakes
Despite all the well-known tips, tricks, and best practices, I don't always do things the "right" way. It's confession time.
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Complex data has never looked better than it does with this Microsoft app
Turn complex data into friendly visuals with a little help from Microsoft Visio, now just $15 for life
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Tariffs actually helped the PC industry grow…for now
Analyst firms agree that the PC industry experienced a surge of growth as PC vendors tried to import PCs to beat the Trump administration's tariffs. But they're more pessimistic on the future.
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This Dell laptop with a touchscreen and 16GB of RAM is just $550
The Inspiron 15 is definitely on the budget side, but it's packing plenty of memory and storage, plus a handy touchscreen that's hard to find at this price.
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Vivint Smart Home review: The best smart home system I've ever tested
There’s no DIY option for the initial installation, but you can add to this powerful system on your own after that.
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Palo Alto street crossings spew satirical messages from 'Zuck' and 'Elon'
Voice imitations of famous CEOs claimed that the billionaires are undermining democracy and a cancer on society.
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Asus' newest ROG NUC crams an RTX 5080 into a mini PC form factor
The updated NUC design uses the latest laptop parts and plenty of upgrade options, but the price might put it out of range of most mini PC fans.
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Surfshark vs. NordVPN: Which VPN is better in 2025?
These two feature-packed VPNs go head-to-head to see which is better in 2025.
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Shocked Lyft rider gets mysterious text with a transcript of her convo
A Toronto Lyft passenger was texted her entire conversation after she got out of the car. How and why it happened is currently under investigation.
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Microsoft shares several reasons to leave Windows 10 for Windows 11
In an effort to persuade Windows 10 holdouts to make the upgrade, Microsoft sheds light on some of Windows 11's exclusive features.
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Kingston DataTraveler Max review: This nifty 10Gbps USB stick is fine for light duty
Though not the drive you want for super-long writes, this thin, flick-to-open USB stick from Kingston is aces for small file sets.
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This triple 4K mini PC with 16GB RAM is dirt cheap right now
With this 30% off discount code, Acemagic's AD15 mini PC just dropped to its all-time cheapest price on Amazon.
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Acer's AI-ready OLED laptop is a real bargain now that it's $450 off
The sleek and stylish Acer Swift 16 AI is only $800 (was $1,250) at Best Buy right now.
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Our favorite 10Gbps portable SSD (1TB) is 28% off right now
The 1TB SK Hynix 10Gbps portable SSD is down to $65 on Amazon!
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9 ways to personalize Google Chrome's look and feel
Out of the box, Chrome looks pretty boring. Here are some ways you can spruce up the world's most popular web browser.
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You waited long enough, so now it’s only $33 to file your taxes
H&R Block Tax Software is the affordable way to file your State and Federal Return
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Trump reduces tariffs on PCs, components, smartphones
On Friday night, Trump added a number of exceptions to his tariff plan, excluding PCs, components, monitors, and smartphones from the administration's import duties. But the tariff is reduced, not exempt, Trump clarified Sunday.
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Take $920 off on Samsung's 49-inch OLED ultrawide gaming monitor
This gigantic Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 is a feast for the eyes. Get it today for over half off its original price!
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Is your phone secretly listening to you? Here's an easy way to find out
If you suspect that you're phone is eavesdropping on your conversations there is a simple test to do to discover the truth.
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Microsoft's worst software flop was secretly lurking in Windows for years
A former Windows developer revealed why the OS was uselessly dragging around Microsoft Bob for many years.
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There’s a way to get all your favorite AI tools for life
Including GPT-4, Midjourney, Gemini, Meta AI, and more with no recurring fees
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Replace your Microsoft 365 subscription with a lifetime license
Microsoft Office 2024 has all the AI improvements minus the subscription fees
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This Core i9 mini PC with 32GB RAM is absurdly cheap right now
The Acemagic F1A mini PC is perfect for home offices, and it's now 36% off on Amazon with this special deal.
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Don't pay more for Windows Pro's features. Use these free tools instead
Some Windows Pro functions are also interesting for users of the Home edition. However, an expensive upgrade is not necessary because free programs offer the same features.
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Only $56 for the coding journey you’ve been putting off for years
Learn to code at your own pace with 15 courses and Microsoft Visual Studio Pro—just $55.97 for a limited time (reg. $1,999).
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Get this Acer gaming laptop with RTX 4070 for a crazy $600 off
Acer's Predator Helios Neo 14 is normally $1,500, but you can get this refurbished one (with a 2-year warranty) on eBay for 40% off.
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Best smart garage door controller: Convenience, safety
Even if you use your garage only as an oversized storage locker, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without a smart controller for your existing garage door opener.
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Why is Windows 11's April update creating a mysterious 'inetpub' folder?
After installing April's KB5055523 update, Windows 11 users are spotting a new "inetpub" created in the C: drive. Whatever you do, don't delete it.
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This travel-friendly USB-C charging station just got a huge 30% price cut
The 6-in-1 Baseus Blade slim and compact charger is now 30% off and ready to join you at home or on vacation.
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Google's personalized Discover feed is (finally!) coming to PCs soon
After years of testing, Google Discover—a personalized feed of articles that might interest you—will finally be available on desktop computers.
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This ultra-tiny, super-fast 1TB portable SSD is 32% off right now
The 1TB Crucial X10 Pro is on sale for just $102 (was $150) at Amazon and Best Buy.
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Best monitor arms 2025: The ultimate in flexibility
A monitor arm is one of those quality-of-life upgrades—the added flexibility for adjusting your monitor's position and angle takes an office setup to the next level. I name the best monitor arms for single- and dual-screen users.
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Classic Outlook is installing with wrong languages. Here's what to do
This problem only occurs when installing classic Outlook via the Microsoft Store. Here's a workaround you can use.
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