Myths about PC building are as old as PC building itself. Even after the internet became stuffed with tons of content about PC hardware, some have just refused to die. And I'm not talking about the most common misunderstandings, such as "more RAM means more performance" or "more CPU cores means more FPS." Some less obvious ones stem from certain biases that the community … [Read more...]
Ugreen Revodok 10-in-1 USB-C Hub review: One dongle to do it all
Ugreen has been making some excellent USB-C docking stations and dongles lately — my colleague Brady loved the company's dock for the Steam Deck — and I can say I have found its "Revodok 210 Pro" 10-in-1 dongle very useful too, especially since I have spent all of December jumping from one city to another, working entirely off portable computers that are lacking in … [Read more...]
How to set your primary GPU in Windows
Rocking a system with more than one GPU? You may find that Windows sometimes uses one GPU to drive your apps and games when it should prioritize the other. Luckily, you can tell the operating system which GPU should be the default with a simple settings change. We'll show you how. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
On this day 40 years ago, Hitachi announced the first 1Mb memory chip
Memory is important for almost any modern-day device, but back in the day, computers measured their memory in bytes and kilobytes, not megabytes and certainly not gigabytes. Japan had cemented its supremacy in memory chips in the 80s with its 64K memory chips, capable of storing roughly 8KB of memory total. Later, Japan again went ahead with its 256K DRAMs, a technology we still use today, capable … [Read more...]
10 best text-to-speech extensions across browsers
Every mainstream news website these days has the option for the online news to be read to you. Wouldn’t it be great if this option extended to other aspects of your online activities, such as reading long documents or PDFs? Unlike listening, reading requires your complete attention, but what if you could get reading done while getting some annoying chores out of the way? Text-to-speech (TTS) … [Read more...]
UGreen M.2 NVMe SATA enclosure review: A versatile way to turn an internal drive into an external SSD
There are plenty of great external drives available today that work great outside your computer. Whether you need to transfer large files between systems or simply add extra storage to your computer, these storage devices can be extremely helpful. But there's a case to be made for using one of the best internal SSDs as an external drive with an enclosure instead. For one, internal drives are … [Read more...]
Copilot could actually replace the Start menu — if Microsoft does these 4 things
It's no secret that I'm not a big fan of Microsoft's Copilot, the AI assistant that has permeated almost all of the company's products over the past several months. My focus is on Windows, and the current implementation of Copilot there is next to useless. That said, I do think it has potential, especially if it's implemented properly so that it lives in Windows more … [Read more...]
How to identify your CPU in three simple ways
A great CPU is at the heart of every PC; it works in tandem with other components to power and enable all your day-to-day tasks. Knowing what CPU you have is crucial, as this lets you determine which programs you can run and also understand the limits of your PC. Thankfully, you don't need any third-party tools to identify the CPU that's installed on your computer. This can easily be … [Read more...]
Spectacular deal drops this Cooler Master mechanical gaming keyboard to just $21 for a limited time
Cooler Master has been around for quite some time and is a trusted company that produces a wide variety of computing accessories. The brand's SK620 mechanical keyboard is reliable, compact, and is great for everyday use. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
How to find out how many CPU cores you have
As CPUs become more powerful (and complex) with each passing generation, it’s hard to remember all the specifications of your processor. Sure, you may not have trouble recalling the model, but what about specific parameters, like the number of physical and logical cores inside? For those who work with multiple systems, it becomes even more difficult to keep track of all the system … [Read more...]
Score this Alienware 34-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor at its lowest price for a limited time
Don't miss out on one of the few chances to score one of the best gaming monitors at a discounted price. The Alienware 34-inch AW3423DWF curved QD-OLED monitor is now on sale for a limited time, and you can save $200 as it drops to its lowest price ever. While there are a lot of different gaming monitors, this one is a cut above the rest, and is well worth the price. So be sure to grab it … [Read more...]
Nvidia launches the RTX 5880 Ada graphics card with 48GB GDDR6 VRAM
Nvidia's RTX 5880 Ada Generation graphics card is finally official a month after it was listed by the company's latest Version R535 U9 driver for professional graphics cards. It is a cut-down version of the RTX 6000 Ada, which won't be exported to certain countries, like China, due to US export restrictions. The new card offers lower performance than the RTX 6000 Ada and adheres to … [Read more...]
I bought a CPU without graphics and regretted it
While building my new gaming PC last year, I was left with an important decision that I hadn't considered before. That was whether I needed integrated graphics in the GPU. Normally, I wouldn't even consider a CPU without integrated graphics, but I came across a fantastic deal. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
Dell XPS 14 vs MacBook Air M2: Can Dell deliver competition against Apple Silicon?
Laptops put on a rather dull show in 2023, but 2024 promises to bring much more excitement. The Dell XPS 14 is one reason, and it claims to deliver some serious chops. Meanwhile, we liked the MacBook Air M2 a lot, even if it is from 2022. But how does it stack up to Dell's latest and greatest? Let's find out in this comparison of the Dell XPS 14 and the MacBook Air M2. Source: … [Read more...]
How to make your iPhone less laggy
Despite the latest iPhones running iOS 17 smoothly, users may still experience random lags occasionally. And if you have one of the older models, you will likely be dealing with a slow iPhone more often. Fortunately, many underlying issues that cause your iPhone to lag can be fixed easily. Whether you have an iPhone 15 Pro Max or a lower-end Apple phone, the methods are pretty much the … [Read more...]
Jsaux 12-in-1 RGB Docking Station review: Good looks overshadowed by a cheap build
One of the best accessories you can get for a great PC gaming handheld is a docking station. It can open up new possibilities for devices like the Steam Deck or Asus ROG Ally, turning it into a TV console or a desktop PC setup. On paper, Jsaux's 12-in-1 RGB Docking Station might seem like a great option. It can power two external monitors, has a lot of ports, and includes RGB lighting around … [Read more...]
Best cases for Dell XPS 14 (2024)
The Dell XPS 14 (2024) is quite an exciting laptop, but it is also pretty pricey. This laptop boasts an Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor and a seamless glass touchpad. Plus, it comes in a striking package that is available in either Platinum or Graphite. But all that power and good looks also means you will want to safeguard it from drops, bumps, and scratches. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]
Best gaming browser in 2024
There are plenty of great web browsers out there, but until recently, there wasn't one specifically focused on the gaming audience. After all, browsers are multi-purpose tools, but gamers have more specific needs regarding their PC usage, and the web browser is no different. As such, choosing an appropriate web browser for your particular use case is pretty important, and we've done the … [Read more...]
Microsoft accessories will live on, but Incase will be making them instead
Last year, Microsoft announced that it would be discontinuing many of its own-branded accessories, barring those that carry the Surface brand. That meant products like mice, keyboards, and webcams would no longer be sold by Microsoft. However, if you were worried that these products were going away forever, Incase has come to the rescue with a new partnership that will allow these accessories to … [Read more...]
Microsoft should absolutely not count on Windows Copilot to be the new Start button
Microsoft has huge plans for its Copilot AI assistant. 2023 was undoubtedly the year of Copilot, and Microsoft has gone on record to say that it wants Copilot to be as influential as the invention of the Windows Start button that can not only work as a chatbot but also help you manage your system. Unfortunately, its functionality doesn't surpass that of a regular ChatGPT-based chatbot right … [Read more...]
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