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Windows PCs now works with the Quest 3, and I tried it out for myself

Microsoft and Meta teamed up on a new mixed reality interface for Windows that uses your Quest 3 or 3S to display large virtual monitors.
The Intel logo on the Arc B580 graphics card.

I tested Intel’s new XeSS 2 to see if it really holds up against DLSS 3

A laptop screen shows the home page for ChatGPT, OpenAI's artificial intelligence chatbot.

Here’s everything OpenAI announced in the past 12 days

Two RTX 4060 graphics cards stacked on top of each other.

Don’t get your hopes up for next-gen GPUs just yet

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The most innovative tech products of 2024

The Nvidia app on the Windows desktop.

No, the Nvidia App isn’t killing your PC’s performance

An AMD graphics card sitting on a pink background.

AMD is finally turning the corner with FSR 3

Fingers holding an Intel 285K.

As a PC gamer, 2024 just made me sad

The back of the Intel Arc B580 graphics card.

Intel Arc B580 vs. Nvidia RTX 4060: a one-sided showdown

Someone using Circle to Search in mixed-reality.

I tried out Android XR, Google’s latest attempt to take on Meta and Apple

AMD RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT graphics cards.

Reviewers hated this AMD GPU. Here’s why I still recommend it

Alan Truly wears the lightweight and stylish Even G1 smart glasses.

Meta’s Orion is years away, so I tried these advanced smart glasses instead

The ChatGPT Mac app running in macOS Sequoia.

The ChatGPT app is transforming my Mac right before my eyes

ChatGPT’s Mac app can now search the web, and it’s a great way to find information online. It could even be the Google killer I’ve long been wishing for.
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7 surprising things you didn’t know you could do with AI

Generative AI can do so much more than the features chatbots tout. Here are six novel uses for our AI assistants.
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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a PC killer — in the best way

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a rare win for PC releases, despite how much it might tax your hardware.
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This $20 accessory should be in the stocking of every PC gamer

PC gamers are always difficult to shop for, but any PC gamer will appreciate this simple $20 accessory as a gift.
The M4 Mac mini with a display in the background.

I’m running out of reasons not to ditch Windows for good

I’m a long-term Windows user, but I’m finding it harder to convince myself not to ditch Windows in favor of buying the M4 Mac mini and going all-in on macOS.
Two intel Arc graphics cards on a pink background.

It’s finally time to stop ignoring Intel GPUs

Intel is releasing its second generation of discrete graphics cards next week. Here's why you should keep an eye on them.
A man wears a pair of Xreal One glasses.

I finally tried some XR glasses that made be a believer

The Xreal One is taking a big swing at the Apple Vision Pro with significantly improved latency thanks to a first-of-its-kind chip.
A hand grabbing a graphics card.

Don’t bother with GPU deals during Cyber Week. Do this instead

You might be holding out to score a deep GPU discount on Cyber Week, but I wouldn't suggest waiting for too long.
Several GPUs sitting next to each other.

The state of GPUs is about to drastically change

We're standing just weeks away from a complete overhaul of PC gaming with a trio of new generations from Nvidia, Intel, and AMD.
The Terra Master F8 SSD Plus sitting among SSDs.

The Terra Master F8 SSD Plus took my Plex server to the next level

I've been loving my Plex server for the past several months, but switching to a NAS took my streaming experience to the next level.
A man using Google Calendar on a laptop.

5 calendar apps you should use instead of Outlook

Microsoft Outlook is a popular calendar app, but it’s not for everyone. If you are looking for a new way to manage your schedule, here are five alternatives.
The Hyte Y40 PC case sitting on a table.

Brace yourself for PC hardware to get insanely expensive next year

PC hardware is already expensive, but proposed tariffs that could go into effect next year might cause prices to skyrocket.
Key art for Stalker 2. A character in a lit-up gas mask and a gun on their back.

Understandably, Stalker 2 is a bit of a mess on PC

It never seemed like Stalker 2 would release, but it's finally here, and with some expected performance issues on PC in tow.
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4 CPUs you should buy instead of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is an incredible gaming CPU, but these four alternatives give AMD's latest a run for its money.
The Dell XPS 14 and MacBook Pro side by side on a white desk.

5 laptops to buy instead of the M4 MacBook Pro

The M4 MacBook Pro is a fantastic laptop, but here are five laptops you should consider buying instead.
Various devices running Doom.

Can it run Doom? My journey through hell to discover why the answer is always ‘yes’

Under a blanket of memes and enthusiast hacking projects lies a decades-long story of how Doom became one of the most ported games ever.
Four gaming mice, side-by-side.

I had to try 4 high-end gaming mice to find one I actually liked

Finding the right gaming mouse was a tumultuous journey for me. Here are the gaming mice that I tried and didn't stick to, plus the one I now use daily.
A small form factor build inside the Fractal Terra.

Everyone hates this AMD CPU, but I still use it in my PC

AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X is somewhat of an outcast in the Ryzen 9000 range, but I love the little eight-core wonder inside my high-end gaming PC.
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The brain-computer interface revolution is just getting started

Brain-Computer Interfaces fascinate the sci-fi and medical communities in equal measure. Here's how close the transformative technology is to everyday use.
Microsoft Defender and Edge Security settings are open on a PC monitor.

My quest to fully remove Microsoft Edge is finally complete

It's hard enough to remove Microsoft Edge on its own, but this app goes beyond just setting a new default browser.
The Horse web browser running in macOS Sequoia.

I tried a web browser without tabs, bookmarks, or navigation — and loved it

The Horse web browser offers a totally different way to browse the internet, and its innovative approach is ideal for researchers and tab hoarders alike.
Pads on the bottom of the Ryzen 9 7950X.

This is the one gaming CPU I recommend over the Ryzen 7 9800X3D

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a monster gaming CPU, but there's one other chip that delivers similar gaming performance for less money.

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