Sam Altman, the face of ChatGPT, recently made an excellent argument for not using ChatGPT or any cloud-based AI chatbot in favor of a LLM running on your PC instead. In speaking on Theo Von’s podcast (as unearthed by PCMag.com) Altman pointed out that, right now, OpenAI retains everything you tell it — which, as […]

You don’t need a massive laptop or chunky desktop PC to get your game on these days. Modern mini PCs are pretty darn good, not just gaming-ready but also budget-friendly—like this GMKtec K11 mini PC that’s down to just $600 with a 25% discount on its usual $800. That might seem like a lot for

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Outstanding industrial design Lots of ingress options—provided you have an iPhone Seamless integration with Apple Home and Home Keys Comes with two NFC fobs Cons Initial setup required multiple re-installs to resolve Only supports 10 PIN codes No backup power feature iOS only Our Verdict A bold design gives

TL;DR: Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro while it’s on sale for $14.97 (Reg. $199). If you’re still using Windows 10, this might be a good time to upgrade. Windows 11 Pro has better performance, stronger security, and a cleaner, more efficient layout. Right now, a lifetime license is also on sale for just $14.97, marked down from the usual $199.

The X-E5 is Fujifilm’s tiny powerhouse. It’s part of a line of cameras that has often been described as similar to the X100, except with an interchangeable lens. But the X-E line has evolved this year and is taking on a new shape. It used to be seen as a budget option, but at $1,699,

TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office for life for only $49.99, and it even comes with a set of training courses. Microsoft 365 only seems cheap at first. The lowest amount you can pay is still $99.99 every year. If you want a cheaper alternative, you can now get a Microsoft Office Pro 2021 Lifetime License for only $49.99 (reg. $239.99), and

While AMD jacked up the price of its Threadripper Pro chips to equal a used car, consumers are getting a break: AMD is now leaving the price of its Threadripper 9000 series unchanged from the prior generation. AMD said Friday that the new Threadripper 9000 series of chips will begin shipping on July 31. The

TL;DR: Save 79% on a refurbished MacBook Air while supplies last—fewer than 50 are left at this price. You’ve heard the debates: Mac vs. PC; Windows vs. macOS. But if you’ve always been curious about how your favorite apps and workflows hold up on a Mac, now there’s a low-risk way to find out. This 2017 MacBook Air is available

The OnePlus Nord 5 does exactly what the company’s Nord phones have always done: deliver strong specs at a relatively low price. It’s one of the more powerful phones at this price point and should easily outstrip Samsung and Google’s more expensive alternatives. This is a function-over-form phone, one where the key selling points are

TL;DR: This Lenovo 300E Touchscreen Chromebook is on sale now for $79.99 (reg. $284.99) with free shipping. Finding a dependable laptop that doesn’t feel sluggish or overpriced can be a challenge, especially if you just need something simple that works. The refurbished Lenovo 300E Chromebook manages to hit that sweet spot between practicality and affordability, and it’s even on sale