Do Macs always apply firmware updates properly? No, but there's a fix

It looks like Macs don't always apply updates correctly and you might be missing out on firmware patches that could leave your Mac vulnerable.

News         October 2, 2017

Samsung's leaked mixed reality headset gives us a peek at the future of PC VR

Proving yet again that every product will inevitably be leaked, photos of Samsung's mixed reality headset showed up on Twitter.

News         September 26, 2017

Would you pay $350 for Levis’ new smart jacket?

Would you buy a smart jacket for $350? What if it had a few tricks up its sleeve? Or rather, on its sleeve.

News         September 26, 2017

Parallels 13 review

Sometimes Mac users need Windows apps, and when that day comes, they’re faced with a decision our Parallels 13 review hopes to answer.

Reviews         September 22, 2017

You might be among those hit by the Equifax hack. How will you protect yourself?

The Equifax hack jeopardized the personal information of some 143 million Americans. What steps are you taking to protect yourself?

News         September 18, 2017

Goichi Suda talks building ‘Travis Strikes Again’ in the long shadow of Zelda

We sat down with Travis Strikes Again director Goichi “Suda51” Suda to discuss the important issues of the day: Zelda, Smash Bros, and indie games.

Features         September 15, 2017

Dell's mixed reality 'Visor' goes up for pre-order in time for the holidays

The Dell mixed reality Visor is now available for pre-order, just in time for the holiday season -- Halloween is a holiday, technically.

News         September 14, 2017

It's September, so it's Apple Event time, what are you looking forward to?

It's finally here! The big Apple event, and the unveiling of the iPhone X. Time to check the trade-in price on your beat-up iPhone 7.

News         September 12, 2017

The Traveler needs us! Which noble steed will you ride to battle in Destiny 2?

Destiny 2 is almost here, and for the first time, Bungie's celebrated not-quite-an-MMO is coming to PC in addition to PS4 and Xbox One.

News         September 5, 2017

Can you blame a bad game on a shoddy engine? Developers say, no way!

Do bad game engines make bad games? Guerrilla Games and Motiga set the record straight.

Features         August 29, 2017

Razer carves out a place for budget-minded gamers with new Blade Pro

Good news for laptop gamers, and their wallets, as Razer announces a new configuration for its top-end 17.3-inch Blade Pro laptop.

News         August 29, 2017

Microsoft releases more Windows Insider Builds ahead of the Fall Creators Update

With the Fall Creators Update coming soon, Microsoft has ramped up production of Windows Insider builds, releasing yet another one this week.

News         August 26, 2017

Microsoft swings back at Consumer Reports for pulling Surface recommendations

Consumer Reports cited concerns over the Surface Laptop's remarkably high failure rate in its statement summarizing its decision.

News         August 18, 2017

Samsung T5 SSD review

Our Samsung T5 SSD review proves Samsung is still the undisputed champ of lightning-fast, impossibly-small hard drives.

Reviews         August 15, 2017

Microsoft wants your cloud storage to sleep with the fishes, literally

A recent patent filing illustrates just how Microsoft would keep your data safe in its newfangled underwater data centers.

News         August 4, 2017

Leaks hint Intel is working on quad-cores for lightweight, 13-inch laptops

Retail listings suggest that Intel may have plans to release a new line of low-power quad-core i5 processors before the end of year. 

News         July 19, 2017

The Steam Summer Sale kicks off with a tempting discount on HTC Vive headset

Steam is upping the ante on its Steam Summer Sale by offering a discount on the HTC Vive. Yep, the $800 VR headset is getting a price cut.

News         June 28, 2017

Mac malware is on the rise, but here’s why that’s not as scary as it sounds

McAfee released its latest threat report, and there's some big news for Apple fans: Mac malware is more prevalent than ever before.

News         June 23, 2017

Metal Gear Survive hands-on review

Without longtime direct Hideo Kojima behind the scenes, Metal Gear Survive lacks a certain something.

Reviews         June 20, 2017

Streamers and press duke it out at E3 2017, but let’s not forget we’re all gamers

Streamers and YouTube creators are attending E3 2017 in record numbers, and that’s creating a bit of tension on the show floor. Here’s why it’s a good thing for everyone.

News         June 15, 2017

In the new ‘God of War 4’ trailer, Kratos is old, grizzled, and as brutal as ever

Sony unveiled a brand-new trailer for the upcoming God of War game, painting a grim portrait of Kratos’ future.

News         June 13, 2017

‘Skyrim’ comes to the Nintendo Switch with motion controls and more

It's official, Bethesda is bringing the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim to the Nintendo Switch with a host of new features. Or something like that.

News         June 11, 2017

Microsoft’s new console is the Xbox One X, and you can buy it November 7

At its first E3 event today, Microsoft finally unveiled the full name of its brand-new console: the Xbox One X.

News         June 11, 2017

Latest ‘Need for Speed Payback’ trailer shows off cinematic action, death-defying heists

After spending some time in the garage, EA's latest entry in the Need for Speed series is ready to tear up the road in this new trailer.

News         June 10, 2017

The latest Windows Insider build adds a ton of fun new features

Good news, Insiders! Microsoft rolled out another Insider Preview today: Windows 10 Build 16215, and it actually has some meat on its bones.

News         June 9, 2017

Let HP's mysterious black cube turn your laptop into a gaming powerhouse

At a big event in Beijing, China today, HP unveiled a host of new gaming desktop and laptop systems, but the party didn't stop there.

News         June 6, 2017

At $28K, the most expensive gadget we’ve ever reviewed is now … a hard drive

Solid state drives are faster and larger than ever before, but even a terabyte of space can run out quickly. OWC has a fix for that – in fact, it’s complete overkill.

Reviews         May 26, 2017

Surface Pro 4 takes on brand-new Surface Pro: Let’s see who comes out on top

The new Surface Pro is finally here! Was it worth the wait, or is it just another minor hardware refresh? Spoiler alert: It might be both.

Computing         May 26, 2017

Google wants to Jedi-mind trick your phone into a powerhouse with Seurat

At the I/O developer conference today, Google unveiled a plan to bring desktop-grade graphics to your smartphone using a few clever tricks.

News         May 18, 2017

Apple reportedly planning upgraded MacBooks in response to Microsoft's Surface Laptop

In a bid to win back disappointed loyalists, Apple is reportedly planning to unveil a new slate of MacBooks at this year’s WWDC.

News         May 16, 2017

Here's how you can protect your PC from the 'WannaCry' ransomware attack

Late last week, a ransomware attack crippled thousands of computers all over the world. Here's how you can protect yourself, and your data.

Guides         May 15, 2017

Purge the unclean and look good doing it, with our Dawn of War III performance guide

To make sure your space marines look their best while bringing glory to the Emperor, we’ve gone ahead and tested each and every graphics setting in Dawn of War III, and found which ones have the biggest impact on performance.

Guides         May 12, 2017

Windows Insiders get their hands on Microsoft's new photo remix app in latest build

The latest Windows Insider build lays the groundwork for the upcoming Bug Bash, and introduces users to the brand-new Story Remix app.

News         May 12, 2017

You might know MSI for gaming, but its latest laptops are ready to work

MSI unveiled a brand new slate of laptops Wednesday, bringing professional-grade horsepower to a new range of mobile workstations.

News         May 2, 2017

Check out our guide to Apple’s MacBook Pro before you empty your wallet

It’s a new world out there for the MacBook Pro, so with that in mind let’s take a look at every change that Apple made for this new iteration.

Guides         May 1, 2017

The world’s first 32-inch, 8K monitor headlines Dell’s newest displays

Today Dell unveiled some impressive new monitors for the New Year -- including new HDR displays, and even the world’s first 32-inch 8K monitor.

News         May 1, 2017

The 9 most common problems with Windows 10 Creators Update, and how to fix them

We've put together a list of the eight most common Windows 10 Creators Update problems, and how you can fix them.

Guides         May 1, 2017

Microsoft promises new twice-yearly feature update schedule for Windows 10

Windows 10 and Office 365 will be aligning update schedules going forward, meaning we'll see two feature-rich updates each year.

News         April 20, 2017