As a rule, you should never believe anything you see on social media. And you should really never believe anything someone says in a video with a TikTok Shop link, because they are nakedly trying to sell you something. From candy to headphones to supplements to power tools, TikTok has built a remarkable system: creators […]

Come October 14th, Microsoft is officially ending support for Windows 10. That means no more new features or improvements, no more security fixes (though you can extend those another year by using Microsoft services), and the gradual loss of apps as they also stop supporting Windows 10. Microsoft wants you to upgrade to Windows 11—and

Microsoft and Meta announced an Xbox-branded Quest VR headset last year, and it’s going on sale today for $399.99. The Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition is a custom colorway VR headset that comes bundled with an Xbox wireless controller, matching Touch Plus controllers, and three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. I’ve been using the

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Wide rotation and tilt range covers large areas Sharp 3.5K resolution with full-color and infrared night vision On-device AI detection Cons Bulky design may stand out too much for some setups Requires a wired power connection Only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Our Verdict The Imilab EC6 Panorama delivers broad, high-quality

I check out the /r/Battlestations subreddit on a regular basis. That’s right, weirdos, I’m looking at your meticulous, lovingly lighted home offices and PC gaming desks, analyzing your choices for hardware and style, because I’m exactly the same kind of sick as you. But this person’s custom-built monitor setup might be the most intense I’ve

Whether you’re grinding through class projects, exploring epic game worlds, or just streaming your favorite shows, your laptop should work around you, not the other way around. But finding the right laptop for your lifestyle is a bit like finding a needle in a haystack. How big should the screen be? Should you go with

There are gentle migration strategies that can delay the move away from Windows 10, which Microsoft will stop supporting in October 2025. Technically (and maybe even psychologically), the easiest step is the hard one: get rid of Windows 10 and install an attractive, sustainable Linux desktop system in its place! 1. Preliminary considerations: Hardware and

Looking for the best budget gaming laptop? We’ve tested a range of models under $1,000 and found some real standouts. Whether you care most about performance, portability, or ports, there’s something here for every type of gamer. Acer Nitro V 16 – Best overall Pros Good performance Competitive price Dedicated button for quick performance mode

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Extremely affordable for its size class Very simple to use Reasonably easy to clean Cons Short operating cycle due to its limited battery life Misses a fair amount of debris Zero smart features Our Verdict This robotic pool cleaner has no smart features and offers slightly limited performance; but

TL;DR: Get 15 months of Microsoft 365 Personal for $79.99— 3 extra months for less than Microsoft’s yearly price. Try as you might, you’ll never escape Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, so don’t overpay by subscribing through Microsoft directly. Their Personal plan costs $69.99 per year or $6.99 per month, and that only gets you 12