CPUs failed PC gamers in 2024
A new year of big PC launches is usually a time for celebration among PC gamers, but Intel and AMD faced unique challenges this year.
The best PC gaming feature of 2024 didn’t come from Nvidia, AMD, or Intel
Even with a ton of new PC hardware launching, a simple, $7 Steam app was my favorite tech I used in 2024.
It was a horrible year for data breaches. These were the 5 worst in 2024
This was a historically awful year in data breaches. We saw some record-breaking breaches this year that got the attention of the public, involving hackers accessing some very sensitive information, including Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, and more. Let’s look back at the worst cybersecurity incidents of the year and let them encourage all […]
Never mind the Vision Pro. These were 6 best Apple products of the year
Despite rocky releases for the Vision Pro and Apple Intelligence, these were the six Apple products from 2024 that really blew us away.
2024 still didn’t fix PC gaming
The year is coming to a close, but the issues facing PC gaming over the past couple of years still aren't solved.
Macs need Face ID, but not if it’s like Windows Hello
Apple is rumored to be bringing Face ID to the Mac. Here's why that's a good thing, but only if Apple does this one thing that solves a key problem.
I desperately want MacBooks to steal this trackpad feature
I'm a Mac user trying a few new PCs, and I'm blown away by the gestures on this PC's trackpad. They've even beaten Apple to creating the most useful trackpad.
These are all the Macs that are expected to launch in 2025
Here are all the Macs we're expecting to see in 2025, including more M4 refreshes, the introduction of the M5 chip, and maybe even a new Vision Pro.
Why I traded my MacBook Air for a laptop you’ve never heard of
The Honor MagicBook Art 14 Snapdragon beats the MacBook Air with a bigger 120Hz OLED display in a lighter form factor that weights just 2.2 pounds.
AMD’s next GPU already has two big problems
AMD's next GPU is starting to come into focus, but even before an official announcement, the graphics card faces two major hurdles.
The 10 announcements that made 2024 a landmark year for AI
2024 marked the second year of the AI boom, here are 10 of the year's defining AI stories.
I’m a Steam Deck apologist. Here’s why I’ve been using the ROG Ally instead
I've had a love/hate relationship with the ROG Ally, but two apps have transformed it into my favorite handheld.
This is the GPU I’m most excited for in 2025 — and it’s not by Nvidia
Nvidia will likely lead the charge in terms of GPU performance in 2025, but I'm more excited about a GPU from its main competitor.
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.
I tested Intel’s new XeSS 2 to see if it really holds up against DLSS 3
Intel's new frame generation feature is off to a great start, but there's still one big flaw.
Here’s everything OpenAI announced in the past 12 days
OpenAI has unveiled a slew of new products, models, features, and services over the past two weeks as part of its "12 Days of OpenAI" live-stream event. Here's everything the company announced.
Don’t get your hopes up for next-gen GPUs just yet
We're standing on the edge of the next generation of graphics cards, but it'll be a while before the full lineup comes into focus.
The most innovative tech products of 2024
We reviewed almost 400 tech products throughout this year, and in terms of innovation, these were the standouts.
No, the Nvidia App isn’t killing your PC’s performance
News is making the rounds that the Nvidia App could reduce your PC's performance, but there's more to the story.
AMD is finally turning the corner with FSR 3
We've had AMD's FSR 3 tech for more than a year, but it finally feels like the upscaling and frame-generation tool is hitting its stride.
As a PC gamer, 2024 just made me sad
As a PC hardware enthusiast who is also a gamer, this year didn't turn out the way I thought it would -- and that's a disappointment.
Intel Arc B580 vs. Nvidia RTX 4060: a one-sided showdown
Intel's new Arc B580 is superfast, but how does it compare to the wildly popular Nvidia RTX 4060? I found out.
I tried out Android XR, Google’s latest attempt to take on Meta and Apple
Google is getting back into the XR game, but this is no Google Glass. I got to try out the company's new approach, and I came away impressed.
Reviewers hated this AMD GPU. Here’s why I still recommend it
AMD's RX 7700 XT wasn't broadly loved when it released, but some key price drops have made it a fantastic option for 1440p gamers.
Meta’s Orion is years away, so I tried these advanced smart glasses instead
I tried four advanced smart glasses with heads-up displays for notifications, navigation, and more so you don't have to hold your phone.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
I finally tried some XR glasses that made me 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.
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.
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.