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Computing is the foundation on which the rest of technology is built, but it’s also the lens through which we see the future. That’s why we take it seriously at Digital Trends. Our approach includes coverage of the hardware and software of PCs, but also the larger ecosystem of everything that plugs into them. Windows, Macs, laptops, graphics cards, CPUs, gaming monitors, and yes — even printers. And that’s just scratching the surface.

Through covering the latest news and performing the hands-on testing ourselves, we’re able to offer the best PC buying advice you’ll find on the internet. We do our own in-depth testing on everything from the battery life of laptops to monitor image quality. We even delve into the expanding world of the PC gaming tech with ReSpec, our biweekly deep-dive column on making your PC games look and play their best.

So, whether you’re shopping for your next laptop, reading up on the latest GPU news for your next upgrade, or just trying to take a screenshot on Mac, you’ve come to the right place.

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Alan Truly captures a 3D scan of a forest scene to view later in VR.

I turned a mossy tree into a 3D world and walked inside with my Quest 3

I tried a new app that lets me scan a mossy tree in minutes and walk into that VR scene with my Quest 3 and you can do it too.
Audio Overview in Gemini.

I let Gemini turn complex research into podcasts. I’ll never go back

Gemini Live running on Google Pixel 9a.

Google’s latest AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, is now available for all users

Phone running Deepseek on a laptop keyboard.

3 open source AI apps you can use to replace your ChatGPT subscription

MacBook Pro

The long overdue MacBook Pro design refresh might land in 2026

Computer monitor showing VS Code.

­I’m finally learning to code — and I didn’t start with a programming course

Windows 11 logo on a laptop.

I hope Microsoft adds these 6 things to the next major Windows Update

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Now is not the time to buy a new graphics card

Lenovo ThinkPad X9-14 front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkPad X9-14 review: an iconic laptop continues to evolve

Yasuke and Naoe in fighting stances in Assassin's Creed Shadows.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is now on Mac, but some big games are still missing

Lenovo Legion Tower 7i gaming PC sitting on a table.

The Lenovo Legion Tower 7i gaming PC with RTX 4080 Super is $750 off

Google Meets on an HP Chromebook.

Google Meet’s new dynamic layouts make your video calls feel less robotic

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Proton VPN and NymVPN websites are open in a split-screen.

Proton VPN vs. NymVPN: which multi-hop service is the most secure?

I went hands-on with Proton VPN and NymVPN, privacy-focused services that hide your online activity to protect you from hackers and spies.
Windows 11 logo on a laptop.

Microsoft could make account-free Windows 11 installs a thing of the past

Microsoft has confirmed that it will be locking Windows 11 setup behind access via online Microsoft Accounts.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 opened up on a table.

Lenovo is selling ThinkPad laptops for more than half off today

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 5 135U processor is on sale for $1,309, for a 55% discount on its estimated value of $2,909.
The HP Omen 35L gaming PC with a mouse and keyboard.

Don’t miss this $300 discount on the HP Omen 35L gaming PC with RTX 4060

If you need a new gaming desktop, you may want to go for the HP Omen 35L gaming PC with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, especially since it's on sale at $300 off.
The RTX 5090 sitting on top of the RTX 4080.

Would you pay less for a defective GPU?

RTX 50-series GPUs with missing ROPs are going back on sale as "B Stock" options. Would you pay for one if it came at a reduced price?
A Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop on a coffee table.

Nvidia’s new rule could help you pick the right gaming laptop. Here’s why

Nvidia is working with its partners to make sure that buying the right laptop will be an easier task.
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger holding a Panther Lake chip.

Despite past struggles, Intel CEO confirms that new CPUs are on track

Lip-Bu Tan, Intel's new CEO, just shared a product roadmap update in a letter to stockholders.
Final Cut Pro for iPad 2.

Apple’s Final Cut apps are getting an AI boost

Image Playground is getting integrated into Final Cut Pro for Mac and iPad, allowing easy generation of AI images.
OpenAI's new typeface OpenAI Sans

OpenAI’s ‘GPUs are melting’ over Ghibli trend, places limits for paid users

Studio Ghibli-inspired images on the internet created with ChatGPT's new 4o image generation model are crashing OpenAI's datacenter.
A person making a contactless payment with a smartphone.

The cashless society has an unexpected upside for kids

The cashless society has made paying for stuff a lot more convenient for many folk. But there’s also been another benefit that you may not have considered.
An H&M store sign.

Digital doppelgangers to appear in H&M ads

Next time you spot an H&M ad, take a closer look to see if it features an AI-generated model. The clothing giant has revealed that it will start using AI to generate digital replicas of 30 of its models for use in ads and social media posts — provided they give their permission, that is. […]
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 2024 front angled view showing display and keyboard.

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus laptop drops below $1,000 with this $300 discount

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus is a solid laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, and it's part of a clearance sale that brings its price down by $300.
Brother's HL-L2460DW is a small, lightweight monochrome laser printer.

Brother HL-L2460DW review: A impressively fast budget monochrome laser printer

Brother's HL-L2460DW is one of the least expensive laser printers you can buy, so I went hands-on to test its speed, quality, and long-term value.
A person using a Magic Mouse on a desk.

Apple may have an idea to fix the Magic Mouse for gamers, but I’m not convinced

The Magic Mouse is a poor choice for gamers, despite Apple’s strong gaming push. Apple might be considering adding haptics, but is that the right solution?
A person playing a video game on the Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen Gaming Monitor.

The incredible Samsung Odyssey Ark monitor is $900 off today

The second-generation Samsung Odyssey Ark gaming monitor has the unique ability to rotate its screen into a vertical orientation. It's on sale at $900 off.
Vivo Vision

There’s an Apple Vision Pro lookalike and it’s probably launching this year

Apple teased the during its Worldwide Developer Conference in 2023. The device, which Apple calls a “spatial computer” rather than a headset, was then made available to buy in the US in February 2024 before it saw a global release a few months later.  It entered a market with a number of existing , but […]
microsoft dark mode sign in.

Microsoft sign-in gets redesign and, more importantly, dark mode

Microsoft is rolling out a new authentication process with a new focus on passwordless logins and a dark mode.
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Innovation that wins: meet the new Dell Pro series

Dell / Dell There is a lot coming at you in today’s professional world, the tools you use can be the difference between falling behind and staying ahead. Enter the new Dell Pro series – an innovative lineup of PCs and accessories built to deliver professional-grade performance, security, and sustainability. IT decision-makers and high-performing individual […]
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WWDC 2025: everything you need to know

Come June, WWDC 2025 is where Apple will showcase the latest iterations of software interfaces for the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and a whole range of devices.
The Google Drive app logo.

Google is giving Drive users nudges to make use of Gemini features

Google Drive users are being encouraged to explore Gemini's functionality with new nudge prompts.
Epson EcoTank ET-2980 shown in the white colorway.

Epson’s new inkjet tank printer for the home is fast enough for the office

Epson announced the new EcoTank ET-2980, a budget-priced inkjet tank printer with PrecisionCore technology usually reserved for business printers.
The back of the Intel Arc B580 graphics card.

Intel might not launch a better Battlemage GPU, and gamers really need one

Intel's Arc B580 was an excellent GPU, but there might not be anything else where that came from, if this leak is to be believed.

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