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Get this tiny, super-fast 512GB flash drive for just $33
You could always use some extra physical storage in the form of a thumb drive, and the $33 SanDisk is just the right one.
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Get the punchy, portable JBL Bluetooth speaker for just $110
Finding a solid deal for the JBL Charge 4 can be chore sometimes, but now's a fantastic time to make this one your own.
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This Windows 11 trick brings back Windows 10's file explorer
A Reddit user discovered this trick by chance, which opens the Windows 10 File Explorer in Windows 11.
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This itty bitty PC case will divide friends, and I want one
Montech unveiled a new small-form-factor case at Computex 2024 with distinctive looks—and it’s unexpectedly compelling.
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Asus summons Mjolnir, a heroic UPS inspired by Thor’s hammer
Why keep a standard portable power station tucked away when the god of thunder’s signature weapon could be sitting on your desk?
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Intel and AMD need to deliver better laptop battery life – fast
Everyone’s talking about AI performance, but Qualcomm’s battery life promises are the real threat.
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NordVPN: The first 5 settings you need to change
NordVPN comes with tons of great tools and features that, with a little time and guidance, you can use to get the most out of your VPN experience.
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Get a pair of Beats Fit Pro Earbuds for $90 off
Get a great pair of earbuds at a great price. Normally $199, you can get these Open Box Beats Fit Pro Earbuds for 45% off at just $109.99 now.
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Learn a new language with lifetime access to this $150 app
Get a Lifetime Subscription to Babbel for $149.97 (reg. $599) until June 7 at 11:59 p.m. PT. No coupon needed.
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Samsung unveils OLED gaming monitors in big and speedy flavors
New, hopefully cheaper Samsung Odyssey OLED monitors are 32-inch/240Hz and 27-inch/360hz.
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Qualcomm wants 50% of the PC market by 2029
Recent remarks from CEOs at both Qualcomm and Arm show that they're looking for a huge slice of the PC pie.
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Hands-on: Zotac's Zone is a truly unique Steam Deck OLED challenger
Zotac's Zone looks like a familiar Steam Deckalike, but it's packed with unique hardware choices.
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This $119 1080p Asus monitor is perfect for content creators
This 1080p monitor delivers color accuracy like few can, and it's only $119.
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How to protect your website from Open AI's ChatGPT web crawlers
Anyone who runs a website can protect their content from being searched by search engine crawlers and included in their search engine index.
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Acer’s new 480Hz OLED gaming monitor is luscious 1440p speedster
Acer has unveiled a 480Hz 2K OLED gaming monitor with a nifty tripod mount socket that can easily house a streamer's webcam.
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Get this mighty, RTX 4060-powered Asus gaming laptop for $300 off
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 gaming laptop offers powerful hardware as well as a gorgeous OLED display–all for $300 off.
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Corsair lets you bling out keyboards, mice, and desk mats
The Corsair Custom Lab has some trendy paint jobs, but its selection is a bit lacking at the moment.
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Hands-on: Asus ROG Ally X gives gaming handhelds a huge upgrade
With a new battery, full-sized M2 SSD, and tons of other tweaks, the update to the ROG Ally is a surprisingly deep one for portable PC gamers.
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NZXT amps up its sleek aesthetics with new fans and a redesigned H7 Flow
At Computex 2024, NZXT dropped several hardware reveals—including sleek fans with no cable clutter and an airflow case that holds even more fans.
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Asus' new gaming headset lets you frag noobs and call mom at the same time
Asus showed off their latest ROG Delta II gaming headset at Computex this week and it looks set to be a game changer.
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Now's the time to get a PS5 as price drops to $399
Upgrade your gaming experience and get the PS5 for its best price yet.
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How to use an external monitor with a gaming laptop
If your gaming laptop screen feels too cramped, hook up an external monitor! Here's how to do it and what you need to know.
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Why you should reset your Windows PC every year
Windows PCs should not only be reset in emergencies. Here's why an annual reinstallation of Windows offers many advantages.
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This beginner-friendly 4K drone is $40 off now
Start flying a drone this summer! Right now, the 4K Dual-Camera Drone for Beginners with Intelligent Obstacle Avoidance for just $69.97 (reg. $119) through 11:59 pm PT on 6/9.
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Intel’s Lunar Lake is actually made at TSMC
Intel chief executive Pat Gelsinger explains why Intel chose to manufacture Lunar Lake at TSMC, rather than its own fabs.
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Intel’s next desktop chip, Arrow Lake, will ship this fall
Intel updates its roadmap to Arrow Lake and Panther Lake after launching its latest Core Ultra chip, code-named Lunar Lake.
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Intel's latest laptops get rid of replaceable memory
Installing memory on the Lunar Lake chip means manufacturers will only have access to 32GB of RAM, and end users can't upgrade via SO-DIMM.
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Lunar Lake deep-dive: Intel's new AI laptop CPU is utterly different
Intel launches Lunar Lake, its latest Core Ultra processor for thin-and-light notebooks. It finally has Copilot+- class AI capabilities, with an emphasis on low power and performance.
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MSI unleashes 10 AI-infused laptops for pretty much everyone
MSI unveils 10 AI-ready gaming and content creation laptops to the masses.
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Were first-gen AI laptop buyers burned by Copilot+ PCs? Here's Intel's answer
As Intel launches its next Core Ultra processor, code-named Lunar Lake, we ask Intel whether early adopters should have bought into the AI PC hype with a "Meteor Lake" PC.
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MSI Claw handheld gets Lunar Lake upgrade and Fallout Edition
The Intel-powered handheld is getting the latest processors and a post-apocalyptic paint job.
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Lian Li’s understated new PC case will elevate your desk’s class
At Computex 2024, Lian Li announced new cases and building accessories, including a wood-accented chassis and a compact O11 Vision.
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Score a new iPad Air for $200 off today
Normally $600, you can get a fifth-gen iPad Air with an M1 processor for just $399 today. Thanks for the deal, overpriced new models.
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Arm CEO: Apple 'woke up the industry on the art of the possible'
Arm CEO Rene Haas sat down with PCWorld to discuss the monumental efforts needed to make Windows on Arm compelling – and thanks Apple for helping to make it possible.
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Microsoft blocks Windows 11 workaround that enabled local accounts
Many users use an e-mail trick to avoid creating a Microsoft account. This has now apparently been stopped by Microsoft.
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Best portable monitors 2024: Displays that go with you
For the ultimate in flexibility, a portable monitor lets you take your workspace with you, whether on a business trip, out in the field, or just relocating to another room.
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AMD unveils two new Ryzen 5000 chips as AM4 refuses to die
The new Ryzen 9 5900XT and Ryzen 7 5800XT chips are coming next month, extending the legendary longevity of AM4.
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AMD interview: Breaking down Ryzen 9000, AM5, Ryzen AI and more
Adam has a chin wag with AMD's Donny Woligroski on the Computex floor to chat about all the latest and greatest in Ryzen hardware.
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How we test backup software at PCWorld
After a system crash is not the time to find out your backup software failed or doesn't have a key feature you need. This is how we kick the tires to find the backup programs you can trust.
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Qualcomm says Snapdragon is coming to PC desktops
All-in-ones and SFF PCs seem like an obvious home for Windows on Arm, but what about conventional full-sized desktops?
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Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 3 review: My new go-to gaming headset
The Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 3 feature great sound, excellent connectivity, and a long battery life. We found it very difficult to have a bad gaming session with these on!
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This $30 Logitech keyboard will switch between three of your devices
You can use the same keyboard for three devices at once, and that's pretty awesome.
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Go on an adventure this summer with these $36 binoculars
These binoculars are even great for eyeglass wearers.
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Get proper Wi-Fi anywhere in your home for $23
When you're at the other end of your home, way across your router, and your Wi-Fi is patchy at best, remember that $23 could solve your problem.
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What are catfishing scams? How to not become a victim yourself
Catfishing is a common and dangerous scam technique. Learn what it is, how it works, what to look for, and how to protect yourself.
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Start saving on awesome everyday brands. Right now, you can get a One-Year The Club Card Membership with BJ’s Easy Renewal® for 63% off $55 at just $20.
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Manage all your streaming in one place with this $30 service
Find content easier with the BitMar All-in-One Streaming Platform. Right now, a lifetime subscription is 80% off $150 at just $29.99.
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AMD CEO: Pricier Ryzens will probably get more powerful NPUs
AMD chief executive, Lisa Su, answers questions about how NPUs will scale, if we'll see Ryzens with more cores than there are now, and more at Computex.
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AMD's Ryzen AI 300 is built to dominate thin, light Copilot+ laptops
AMD launches the Ryzen AI 300 series, two mobile processors with significant boosts in performance and AI, enough to allow entry into Copilot+ PCs.
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