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Computing is the foundation on which the rest of technology is built, but it’s also the lens through which we see the future. That’s why we take it seriously at Digital Trends. Our approach includes coverage of the hardware and software of PCs, but also the larger ecosystem of everything that plugs into them. Windows, Macs, laptops, graphics cards, CPUs, gaming monitors, and yes — even printers. And that’s just scratching the surface.
Through covering the latest news and performing the hands-on testing ourselves, we’re able to offer the best PC buying advice you’ll find on the internet. We do our own in-depth testing on everything from the battery life of laptops to monitor image quality. We even delve into the expanding world of the PC gaming tech with ReSpec, our biweekly deep-dive column on making your PC games look and play their best.
So, whether you’re shopping for your next laptop, reading up on the latest GPU news for your next upgrade, or just trying to take a screenshot on Mac, you’ve come to the right place.
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Google Pomelli can now build your entire brand from scratch
Google Pomelli just got smarter. The AI marketing tool can now build your brand identity, generate brand books, and design a complete website for your small business.
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Intel reveals Project Firefly to make cheap Wildcat Lake laptops that rival MacBook Neo
Intel is trying to make budget Windows laptops look a lot less bargain-bin. Project Firefly, launched in China alongside Intel’s Wildcat Lake laptop chips, gives PC makers a common hardware playbook for thinner, cleaner, lower-cost systems that can take a more direct swing at MacBook Neo. The promise is simple, fewer compromises where budget laptops […]
The RAM crisis is about to get uglier, and your new gadgets could pay for it
A new forecast says Nvidia’s Rubin AI platform could consume over 6 billion GB of LPDDR memory in 2027, tightening gadget supply chains.
LG just announced a 1000Hz gaming monitor that could give you a real edge in FPS games
LG has unveiled the UltraGear 25G590B, the world's first Full HD gaming monitor with a native 1000Hz refresh rate. Built for competitive FPS gaming, the 24.5-inch display delivers 1000Hz natively at FHD resolution.
Alexa+ can now AI podcasts on any topic, if you don’t like human podcasts
Alexa+ can now create custom podcast-style episodes in minutes, using AI host voices and information from news publishers and other sources.
I’m not convinced Googlebook will be Google’s next big thing, or if it even deserves it
Google's Googlebook is an ambitious AI laptop with the right instincts, but unanswered questions about pricing, silicon fragmentation, and real-world performance make it a very expensive bet.
Open-source GIMP reskin gives it a familiar Photoshop look without the hefty fee
PhotoGIMP gives GIMP 3.0 a Photoshop-style layout, familiar keyboard shortcuts, and cleaner workspace tweaks for users moving away from Adobe’s editor.
Google I/O 2026: What to expect from Gemini, Android 17, and more
Google I/O 2026 is expected to focus heavily on Gemini AI, Android 17, smart devices, and Google’s broader push toward an AI-first ecosystem.
Microsoft is retiring the Together Mode in Teams in favor of something cleaner and simpler
Microsoft Teams is retiring Together Mode and replacing it with simpler meeting layouts designed to make video calls, presentations, and screen sharing easier to follow.
Experts are worried that smarter AI gets, the dumber we might become
As AI turns intelligence into an on-demand service, experts warn that instant answers could weaken the curiosity, scrutiny, and source-checking habits that make human thinking valuable.
Miss the old PC days? This website lets you experience Wikipedia like it’s Windows XP
A new web project turns Wikipedia into a Windows XP-style desktop, making categories, articles, and Wikimedia Commons feel like folders you can browse instead of pages you search.
Economy class method proposed by scientists could make moon travel a tad less expensive
Scientists have found a cheaper way to send spacecraft to the Moon by using a gravitational sweet spot as a pit stop, cutting fuel costs by at least 58.80 m/s compared to existing methods.
Maybe, ditch Gemini and ChatGPT for your AI images. Try an alternative that I jut came across
Ideogram can’t replace every AI image generator, but its text accuracy, format controls, and remix tools make it worth trying for posters, thumbnails, social graphics, and other design-heavy visuals.
Mozilla is fighting a losing battle to prove VPNs are essential privacy tools for everyone
Mozilla is warning UK regulators against undermining VPNs, arguing they remain essential privacy and security tools as restrictions grow worldwide.
ASUS ROG’s first DDR5 memory kit looks fast, flashy, and absurdly expensive
ASUS ROG has launched its first-ever DDR5 desktop memory kit, featuring 48GB capacity, DDR5-6000 speeds, and premium enthusiast-focused specs.
Microsoft is finally fixing the most annoying thing about Windows 11
Microsoft is testing one of the biggest Windows 11 interface shakeups yet, and it quietly brings back a feature many users have missed for years. The Start menu is changing too, and some of the updates feel surprisingly thoughtful.
Asus has a sleek gaming mini PC to offer, but the price will make you pinch yourself
The ROG NUC 16 squeezes serious gaming hardware into a tiny box, then squeezes your wallet even harder.
This is the coolest laptop power bank I have ever seen, and I’d wait to see if it actually ships
Krafted Edge is a 20,000mAh laptop-shaped power bank with user-replaceable cells, dual 65W USB-C ports, and an aluminum chassis that sits flush under a notebook.
Meta’s Ray-Ban Display now types messages from your finger movements
Meta's latest update brings Neural Handwriting to all Ray-Ban Display owners, which unlocks typing messages via subtle finger movements using the included Neural Band.
Asus unveils the 320W ROG Strix Scar 18 with RTX 5090, but it’s the CPU that steals the show
Asus announced the ROG Strix Scar 18 (2026), the world's first 18-inch 4K 240Hz Mini LED gaming laptop, powered by Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and RTX 5090.
ChatGPT will now dole out finance tips if you connect your bank account. I won’t.
ChatGPT now lets Pro subscribers in the US connect their bank accounts through Plaid to get personalized financial guidance and spending analysis.
CleanShot X is my favorite Mac utility. Here are 8 features that will convince you, too.
macOS has a built-in screenshot tool that gets the basics right. But once you need more, it falls short. CleanShot X is the upgrade your Mac deserves, and these 8 features prove it.
Wowed by computer-use AI agents? Research says they’re “digital disasters” even for routine tasks
New research from UC Riverside found computer-use AI agents often push ahead with unsafe or irrational tasks, raising questions about whether today’s desktop agents are ready for sensitive everyday workflows.
Bombshell OpenAI lawsuit claims your ChatGPT convos were shared with Google and Meta
A new class action claims OpenAI shared ChatGPT prompts and user identifiers with Google and Meta trackers, raising fresh privacy concerns around intimate chatbot conversations.
Dell expands AI PC lineup with new slim Dell 14s and 16s laptops
Dell has launched the new 14S and 16S AI PCs with Intel Core Ultra chips, OLED display options, and long battery life in slimmer designs.
Intel has already started making chips for Apple, it seems, but not the most advanced kind
Intel is quietly manufacturing chips for Apple's iPhones, iPads, and Macs — but only legacy and mid-range processors, not the advanced silicon TSMC still dominates.
OpenAI is bringing in the mighty Codex tool to the ChatGPT app on your phone
OpenAI has added its Codex coding agent to the ChatGPT mobile app on iOS and Android, letting users manage coding tasks remotely from their phone.
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