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Best free VPN of 2025: It's important to choose wisely
VPNs are best when they're paid for, but if a premium account isn't in the cards then here are our top recommendations for a free service.
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EaseUS PDF Editor review: Complete document control for individuals, teams
EaseUS PDF's full slate of tools enable you to efficiently edit, annotate, and secure your PDFs.
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Razer's new app offers yet another way to play PC games on your phone
Razer PC Remote Play is now available to try, but some initial testing leaves me cold.
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Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 dock review: Simply the best right now
Sonnet's Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock includes an incredibly fast SSD inside it that beats most external drives. But it's also a stable, powerful docking station in its own right.
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Save $400 on Acer's 27-inch 240Hz OLED gaming monitor today
Get the Acer Predator X27U for just $500 at Best Buy!
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Samsung's Galaxy Book4 daily driver laptop is 33% off right now
Get the Samsung Galaxy Book4 for $300 off at Best Buy with this hefty discount.
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When PC vendors tell you what's going on with tariffs, pay attention
Some PC vendors are now revealing what they expect to pay for computer components after tariffs, extremely valuable information for consumers hoping to save money while building or buying PCs.
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Why skimping on your PC gaming rig's motherboard is a bad move
Here's why you should opt for a quality motherboard when building your new gaming rig.
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Canva unveils magical AI-powered spreadsheets, graphs, and more
Canva's Create 2025 conference launched some truly interesting features, including AI-driven spreadsheets, charts, graphs, coding assistant, and a new photo editor.
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Buying a laptop before China tariffs kick in? Don't fall for these tricks
Take a breath, slow down, and make sure you aren't being taken advantage of in the midst of tariff-driven chaos.
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Microsoft debuts the most beautiful Surface ever for you to win
Microsoft has launched the Surface Laptop 50th Anniversary Exclusive, a commemorative laptop with a special gold accent and vintage Microsoft logo. And it's yours to win, for free.
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You can save 36% on this flash drive that safeguards family photos, documents, and more
Stop spending big bucks on monthly cloud storage subscriptions. Free up storage in seconds with this high-speed flash drive.
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Best smart lighting 2025: Smart bulbs, string lights, outdoor, and more
Today’s smart lighting is brighter and easier to control than ever, but choosing the right solution for your environment remains a challenge.
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Lockin Veno 7 Pro review: This smart lock like feels like it’s still in beta
This ambitious smart lock may well bite off more than it can chew, with a mountain of features that don’t quite work perfectly.
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Framework Laptop 12 now up for pre-order in the US for $549
The more affordable 2-in-1 is now available to buy in Framework's home territory, after a tumultuous week dodging Trump tariffs and taxes.
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Best laptops under $500: Best overall, best battery life, and more
These are the best laptops under $500 available today from popular brands such as Acer, Lenovo, and HP. They're wonderfully cheap, but still quite capable for basic tasks.
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Windows Hello logins are borked for some users after latest update
Windows Hello is acting up after Microsoft's last patch. If your PC doesn't recognize your face, it might need a little kick with this workaround.
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A Steam Deck prototype allegedly sold on eBay for $2,000
The prototype matches one of the devices Valve showed off itself, and looks like it has a lot of Steam Controller DNA.
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Need to surf the web anonymously? These 4 tools can help
You leave your identity behind when you surf. Within a virtual machine, you can partially blur your own surfing tracks. TOR and Tails can also make a significant contribution to remaining anonymous.
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Time to stock up! This super-fast USB-C cable is dirt cheap right now
The fast-charging 100W Baseus USB-C cable is a whopping 51% off on Amazon right now.
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"Massive" Tablo DVR update makes the Roku app unusable
A buggy Roku update could stick some Tablo users with a week of downtime.
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Aqara has a clever solution for a vexing Matter problem
The platform-unifying Matter standard can’t always tap into advanced smart device features, but Aqara has a workaround.
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This superb Ryzen 9 laptop with RTX 4070 is $470 off right now
The Asus ROG Strix G17 is on sale for just $1,529 at B&H.
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Why I prefer this lo-fi password manager over swanky modern ones
KeePass may not look like much, but that's part of its charm. Here's why I've been using it for nearly 20 years and have no plans to switch away.
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IPVanish rolls out new Trust Center and successful independent audit
IPVanish just announced two key privacy and security updates for users.
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31 work-from-home tech products that will supercharge your office
Looking to upgrade your work-from-home setup? We've got you covered with the best tech products to help transform your home office into something your coworkers can only envy.
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LG Ultragear 45GX950A-B review: This monitor will wow you (and cost you)
The LG Ultragear 45GX950A-B’s high price and extreme curve will turn off some, but it’s hard to argue with its sharpness and HDR performance.
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How does your online activity make you vulnerable to cyberattacks & how can Surfshark Antivirus help
Should you be concerned about traces of activity and data you leave online? Here's what you need to know about your digital footprint – and how to secure it.
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Windows 11 Pro is just $24.99 — and it comes with a full training course
Get Windows 11 Pro and a full training course bundle for just $24.99. Learn how to customize, secure, and master your PC.
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AMD debuts cheaper Ryzen 8000 HX chips for gaming laptops as tariffs rage
AMD launches its Ryzen 8000 HX "Dragon Ridge Refresh" gaming processors, which are very similar to 2023's Ryzen 7000HX processors.
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Try Microsoft's tech tutor, Copilot Vision for Windows, right now
Copilot Vision for Windows can tell you (and show you) how to solve problems like tricky apps. You can try it out for yourself via Microsoft's beta program.
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Framework 'pauses' some laptop sales in response to tariffs
Framework said that it had 'paused' and removed certain low-end models of its existing Framework 13 laptops in response to recent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Prices are still in flux.
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Best external SSD for gaming 2025: Portable performance drives
Adding an external SSD to your gaming laptop is a great way to expand your storage for holding games and making your game library portable.
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Amazon, Shein, Temu prices could skyrocket as tariff loophole ends
If you've ever purchased something inexpensive from Amazon, AliExpress, Temu, or Shein, you've escaped tariffs with what's known as a de minimis exemption. The Trump administration has eliminated it.
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Linkind Matter Smart A19 Smart Bulb review: Bargain lights
With Matter support and a price tag that breaks down to about $5 a bulb, what’s not to like?
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Get creative with Photoshop on your iPhone
Unleash your creative side, with Adobe's powerful AI image editor at your ready.
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Save 40% on 8BitDo's wireless, hot-swap mechanical keyboard
This Model M-style version of the fun mechanical keyboard is a little more button-down, but it's just as functional and flexible as the original.
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April's security update for older Office version is causing app crashes
After yesterday's update, you might find that Office 2016 apps crash when doing mundane things like creating new documents.
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Corsair's new web-based firmware updater lets you skip the iCue app
Sadly, you can't use this new online tool to customize device settings or keyboard bindings yet. Still, it's pretty cool!
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Windows 11 just made it way easier to type emojis
If you frequently input emojis on your Windows 11 PC, things have gotten way easier for you.
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Dell Pro 14 Plus review: A pricey portable monitor with USB-C and not much else
The Dell Pro 14 Plus is a good portable monitor, but it’s expensive and lacks important features.
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This WhatsApp security flaw leaves your PC open to malware. Update now!
If you use the desktop version of WhatsApp, you need to update ASAP to patch an actively exploited security vulnerability.
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Framework delays Laptop 12 pre-orders in the U.S. due to tariffs
Framework's first 2-in-1 design, announced to compete with budget "craptops," will be available for order next week. But how much will it cost?
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Trump threatened additional 100% tariffs on chip giant TSMC
The president took credit for new plant investments from the Taiwanese chip fabrication giant.
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My USB cable got wet. Can I still use it?
Here's what to do if your USB cable accidentally gets wet!
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This fast-charging USB-C wall plug for 4 devices is 40% off
Get the 65W Ugreen Nexode charger block for just $26 on Amazon with this limited-time deal.
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Samsung's 27-inch 4K monitor is a whopping 50% off right now
Get the Samsung ViewFinity S80D for just $200 at B&H while you can with this special discount.
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5 mistakes to avoid when buying a PC case
Essential tips for buying a case: how to avoid common mistakes, what to look out for, and how to find the right PC case.
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Acer's excellent productivity laptop with touchscreen is $300 off
The Acer Swift Go 14 is now on sale for $649 at B&H.
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