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Xreal Air 2 Ultra AR glasses feature depth sensors.

Xreal brings spatial computing to a pair of AR glasses

Xreal's Air 2 Ultra AR glasses have spatial computing for hand-tracking and 3D mapping of your room, but that advanced technology isn't cheap.
Computing News
Three printers from top brands, HP, Epson, and Brother.

Common printer problems and how to fix them

When your printer stops working, you need to solve the issue quickly, so check this guide to troubleshoot the most common printer problems.
Computing Guides
Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 is designed for spatial computing.

Qualcomm and Samsung are teaming up to fight Apple’s Vision Pro

Qualcomm's new Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 processor supports super-sharp headset displays and advanced tracking for Samsung's spatial computing device.
Computing News
Apple Vision Pro's spatial computing could make it easier to work from home.

Spatial computing went public this year, but the true test is ahead

In 2023, Apple announced its first spatial computer, Meta wowed us with mixed-reality gaming, and smart glasses improved -- 2024 will be even better.
Computing Features
The Brother MFC-L3780 CDW color laser printer is surrounded by pictures, monochrome and color documents.

Brother MFC-L3780CDW review: quick color for your small business

We tested Brother's MFC-L3780CDW, a full-featured color laser that can print, scan, copy, and fax from Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB, or thumb drive.
Computing Reviews
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The best VR apps for 2023

Immerse yourself in some of the most unique experiences that Virtual Reality has to offer with this list of the best VR apps available today.
Computing Guides
The iMac screen on a desk.

Mac Studio vs. iMac vs. Mac mini: don’t make a mistake

Learn how to pick between Apple's three desktop Macs, which are all based on Apple chipsets but are quite different in price, specs, and performance.
Computing Best Ofs
Most features, like adjusting a document's layout in Word, work fine on a Quest 3.

I tried Microsoft Office on my Quest 3 and came away disappointed

Microsoft Office apps are now available on the Quest 3, but how good is the experience and is it different than using Microsoft365 in Meta's browser?
Computing Features
The HP Smart Tank 5101 is an attractive printer..

The best printer brands

The best printer brands offer variety, quality, reliability, and ongoing service -- all important details for printing documents, labels, and photos.
Computing Guides
Meta Quest Pro face-tracking demo shows a green-skinned flower person with surprised expression.

Tongue-tracking in VR has arrived

Tongues are wagging about a new Meta Quest 3 extension that lets you blow raspberries at your friends via face-tracking extended to tongue-tracking.
Computing News
Tracey Truly shows multi-reflective options with Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses.

Viral TikTok trend helping smart glasses recover from the disaster of Google Glass

Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses are trending on TikTok, finally reversing public perception on smart glasses.
Computing News
Epson EcoTank ET-2800 can print for up to two years with the included ink.

Epson EcoTank ET-2800 printer review: the great prints keep rolling

Epson's low-cost EcoTank ET-2800 is a family printer with two years of ink. We tested its ease of use, quality, and long-term value.
Computing Reviews
Clearing a jam on the HP Smart Tank 5101 isn't easy.

How to unjam a printer and stop it from happening again

Learn how to clear a printer paper jam and steps you can take to help prevent pages from getting stuck in the future.
Computing Guides
Third-generation Amazon Echo frames in blue seen on a stunning woman.

Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) review: Sounds better than ever

Amazon Echo Frames received a nice upgrade in 2023, but are they good enough to compete with earbuds? We check sound quality, battery life, and more.
Mobile Computing
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HTC just fixed a major shortcoming of standalone VR headsets

HTC Vive announced new full-body trackers to animate your VRChat avatar and help sports trainers and game developers track movement.
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The HP Smart Tank 5101 isn't fast, but prints are inexpensive.

HP Smart Tank 5101 review: when paper jams hurt

We tested HP's Smart Tank 5101, an affordable all-in-one inkjet tank printer, to determine its long-term value and ease of use.
Computing Reviews
Alan Truly using a Quest 3 with a MacBook Air for work.

Can the Quest 3 replace my laptop for work? I found out the hard way

Meta's Quest 3 is faster, has sharper displays, and runs the latest software, so it should do more than just gaming. But is it usable for work?
Computing Features
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HTC just fixed a major shortcoming of standalone VR headsets

HTC Vive announced new full-body trackers to animate your VRChat avatar and help sports trainers and game developers track movement.
Computing News
A person is enthusiastically enjoying a game while wearing the Meta Quest 3.

These are the apps that made me fall in love with my Quest 3

I tried the latest Quest 3 games and apps and here are updates best titles to show off how amazing Meta's new mixed reality headset really is.
Computing Features
A photo of e-waste bundled and ready for recycling.

How to dispose of a printer in the most environmentally safe way possible

A printer is an essential part of office computing, but if it dies or you no longer need it, you can't just throw it away or put it in the recycling.
Computing Guides
Xreal, TCL, and Rokid smart glasses displayed together.

I tried the next generation of smart glasses, and my nose loves them

I tested the next-gen smart glasses from Xreal, Rokid, and TCL to find out if they offer enough comfort, quality, and compatibility to spur an upgrade.
Computing Features
The Brother DCPL2550DW is a fast and reliable monochrome laser.

This basic Brother printer is a fast fix for home office needs

We tested the quality and value of Brother's DCPL2550DW all-in-one printer, an affordable all-in-one that comes with a four-month toner subscription.
Computing Reviews
Canon Pixma G4270 is a MegaTank all-in-one inkjet printer.

What does printer spooling mean, and how to fix it on Windows and Mac

Printer spooling usually runs automatically and reliably, but when there's a printing problem, here's how to fix this issue and get back to work.
Computing Guides
A Monoprice MP10 3D Printer is creating an octahedron in blue plastic.

What is a 3D printer, and how much do they cost?

Learn what a 3D printer is, how it works, and how much it costs. 3D printing is helpful for personal use, prototyping and manufacturing.
Computing Guides
Two Qualcomm Snapdragon chips.

Qualcomm says its new chips are 4.5 times faster at AI than rivals

Qualcomm's new Snapdragon processors bring fast generative AI to laptops and phones while keeping your data private and saving power.
Computing News
Virtual screens graphically shown in front of a woman on a couch.

These new smart glasses put a 500-nit, 330-inch screen on your eyes

Xreal is back with its second-generation smart glasses, the Air 2 and Air 2 Pro, which are even lighter with higher-quality displays.
Computing News
Canon's Pixma TS6420a handles double-sided document printing reliably.

This all-in-one Canon printer is small, simple, and surprisingly cheap

The Canon Pixma TS6420a is a low-cost all-in-one printer that's small, light, and convenient for home use. We put its quality and value to the test.
Computing Reviews
If you chose Ray-Bans with dark lenses, it gets a little dim in the evening.

I expected the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses to be lame. I was wrong

The second-gen Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses have plenty to offer, with improved camera and mics, messaging, and AI. But are they worth $300?
Computing Reviews
I can play in tight quarters with the Quest 3's mixed reality view.

Meta Quest 3 is here, but is the Quest 2 still worth buying?

Meta's Quest 3 has arrived with improved performance and mixed reality, but the Quest 2 costs less and has the same games, so which is right for you?
Computing Best Ofs
Alan Truly works out with the Quest 3 in Les Mills Body Combat.

Meta Quest 3 review: the VR headset you’ve been waiting for

Meta's Quest 3 costs $200 more than the Quest 2. How much have performance, graphics, mixed-reality, and comfort improved and is it worth the price?
Gaming Computing
The Expression Premium XP-7100 prints in excellent photo quality on any media.

You’d never believe photos this good come from a $150 printer

Epson's Expression Premium XP-7100 is a high-quality photo printer at a surprisingly low price, but does it offer ease of use and long-term value?
Computing Reviews
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How to clear your printer queue on Windows and Mac

Learn how to clear your printer queue, an important and sometimes necessary step, even after you've resolved more serious printer problems.
Computing Guides
Meta AI's Dungeon Master looks like Snoop Dogg.

Meta just created a Snoop Dogg AI for your text RPGs

Meta AI is leaving the laboratory and coming to social media, with fun and realistic avatars that look like celebrities.
Computing News
Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses in Headline style are worn by a model.

Meta’s AI smart glasses collection can live stream video — but they’re missing a big feature

Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses feature 12MP cameras that can live stream directly to Instagram and Facebook, and respond to voice commands.
Computing News
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