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Student using MacBook Neo in classroom.

Windows desperately needs its own MacBook Neo, but it seems impossible to build

The MacBook Neo isn't just a new Mac, it's a reminder of how badly Windows laptop miss the low-cost premium sweet spot.
Crucial Memory and SSD

Your next laptop may cost more as PC makers like ASUS and HP brace for price hikes

A global shortage of memory chips is pushing major PC brands like HP, Dell, Acer, and Asus toward potential price increases.
OLED, Samsung, Gaming Monitor

Samsung’s new 240Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor hits the US for just $599

Samsung’s new Odyssey OLED G61SH gaming monitor offers a 27-inch 1440p QD-OLED panel, 240Hz refresh rate, and Pantone-validated colors for $599.
Person holding OnePlus 15.

OnePlus’ next flagship may combine Snapdragon power with a 200MP zoom lens

Fresh leak suggests that the OnePlus 16 may introduce a next-gen Snapdragon chip and a larger 200MP telephoto lens.
Computer, Electronics, Laptop, ASUS, Gaming Laptop

ASUS’ powerful Strix Halo-powered compact gaming laptop finally lands in the US

ASUS finally launches 14-inch TUF Gaming A14 in the US, with AMD's powerful Strix Halo processor to a compact gaming laptop.
Computer Hardware, Electronics, Hardware

You can finally get your hands on ASUS’ NUC 16 Pro mini PC, but it’s a mid-tier variant

Asus’ NUC 16 Pro mini PC, with Intel Panther Lake processors and up to 128GB RAM, has begun appearing for sale online.
Sun Wukong fights a dragon in Black Myth: Wukong.

Nvidia is leveling up game visuals with the new DLSS 4.5 update

Nvidia has just announced DLSS 4.5. The update brings new AI-powered graphics technology, and the improvements offer a noticeable impact on how modern PC games look and perform. It was revealed alongside other RTX announcements during GDC 2026, focusing on boosting both visual quality and frame rates in demanding titles. DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) […]
GM electric flying taxi

The US just gave electric flying taxis a major green light

The US government has approved multiple pilot programs that will allow electric air taxis to begin testing across 26 states.
Electronics, Phone, Mobile Phone

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra teardown reveals a PC-inspired cooling upgrade

A teardown of the Galaxy S26 Ultra shows Samsung has redesigned the phone’s internal cooling with multiple thermal layers.
An angry Wiggler ambushes the heroes from behind in Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope.

The best Mario Day Deals we found for your Nintendo Switch

To celebrate Mario Day on March 10, Nintendo has rolled out a range of discounts on Switch games featuring Mario and friends.
Xbox Console Green Image

Xbox’s PC-console hybrid Project Helix was a decade in the making

Project Helix may feel like a new idea, but Microsoft has reportedly been working toward merging Xbox and PC gaming for nearly a decade.
MacBook Neo

Apple’s next MacBook Neo might let you tap the screen

Apple’s second-generation MacBook Neo could arrive with a touchscreen display and upgraded internals, according to a new analyst report.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone, OnePlus, Compact Phone

OnePlus shows off its next compact flagship, and it looks very familiar

OnePlus has teased the design of its upcoming palm-friendly flagship, the OnePlus 15T, which looks pretty familiar.
Student using MacBook Neo in classroom.

Apple’s MacBook Neo makes sense if you’re one of these 3 kinds of users

The MacBook Neo isn't a powerhouse, but for students, casual users, and office workers, the entry-level mac makes a lot of sense.
Playing on Xbox Controller

PlayStation won the console war, but Microsoft’s Project Helix is the plot twist

After years of trailing behind PlayStation, Microsoft's Project Helix could be a game-changer that combines PC and console gaming.
Intel

You can’t see this tiny sensor with your eyes, but it can solve processor heating woes

Researchers developed a super tiny thermometer that sits directly on a chip could monitor temperature changes and potentially improve processor performance.
MacBook Neo

Apple’s budget MacBook Neo is already outrunning the M1 MacBook Air in early tests

Early MacBook Neo benchmarks show Apple’s cheapest laptop keeping pace with the M1 MacBook Air in several tests.
OnePlus 13T depicted in pink color.

OnePlus’ next compact phone will outlast most big flagships thanks to its monsterous battery size

The upcoming OnePlus 15T was just teased with a huge 7,500mAh battery and up to 100W fast charging.
iPhone 17 Pro

Your orange iPhone 17 Pro can turn pink with household cleaner

The Cosmic Orange finish on the iPhone 17 Pro is one of the most eye-catching colors Apple has released in years. But according to a recent test, it might be surprisingly easy to change that color, all it takes is the wrong cleaning product. A report found that common household cleaners containing chemicals like hydrogen […]
Xbox Console Green Image

Microsoft’s next Xbox console is Project Helix, and it will run PC games too

Microsoft confirms that its next Xbox console, Project Helix, will focus on performance and support both Xbox and PC games.
Assassin's Creed, Gaming, Remake

Looks like Assassin’s Creed Black Flag is getting a remake after all

Ubisoft has teased Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced in a franchise update, finally acknowledging the long-rumored remake.
Electronics, Phone, Mobile Phone

Italian car designer Pininfarina worked with a budget phone maker, and the result is stunning

The new Infinix Note 60 Ultra will be the first smartphone designed with Pininfarina, the studio behind iconic Ferrari designs.
Rear shell of OnePlus 15.

OnePlus 15’s successor might not be kind to your wallet

New leaks suggest upcoming flagship phones like the OnePlus 16 and its rivals may cost significantly more than current models.
Fortnite

Fortnite returns to the Google Play Store after a long wait for Android phones

Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney confirms Fortnite will return to Google Play soon while Epic’s own mobile store continues supporting Android.
The Division, Mobile Gaming, Launch

Tom Clancy’s The Division Resurgence is finally coming to mobile to rival PUBG and Call of Duty

Ubisoft’s The Division Resurgence brings the franchise’s open-world shooter gameplay to mobile devices at the end of this month.
Electronics, Display, Prototype

TCL shows off display with a blinding brightness that’s 5x higher than iPhone 17 Pro

TCL’s latest prototype mobile display reaches an astonishing 15,000-nit brightness, far surpassing current flagship smartphone screens.
MacBook Neo

5 reasons to skip the MacBook Neo and buy an older MacBook Air instead

Apple’s new MacBook Neo is the cheapest MacBook yet, but older MacBook Air may still be the better purchase.
M4 MacBook Air

Apple’s upcoming low-cost laptop could be the MacBook Neo

Apple appears to have accidentally leaked MacBook Neo as its new lower-cost laptop ahead of launch.
Apple Mac Hardware

Apple’s new Studio Display XDR shrinks Pro XDR into a brighter, more affordable miniLED monitor

Apple launches smaller Studio Display XDR with brighter miniLED and lower price than Pro Display XDR.
waymo self driving car testing

This low-cost orange-sized sensor could be what self-driving cars need to hit public roads

The secret to safer self-driving cars might be this tiny radar device.
Google-gemini-for-home-early-access-rollout

Gemini is getting smarter and a lot less annoying for smart home voice controls

Google is rolling out Gemini for Home updates that makes commands smarter and more accurate.
Person using the OnePlus 13T.

OnePlus’s next compact phone is getting a big camera upgrade

OnePlus has teased its compact 15T with ultra-narrow bezels and upgraded periscope telephoto shooter.
iPhone 17e in all colors on white background.

Apple finally fixed the budget iPhone’s vibe, and the Pixel 10a can’t keep up

Apple’s iPhone 17e feels like a grown-up ā€œbudgetā€ iPhone, making the Pixel 10a refresh harder to defend.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone, Nothing

Nothing shows off its next phone in fun new colors, just a day after a big leak

Nothing Phone 4a teased in vibrant new colors, but we already have the specs ahead of the March 5 release.
Architecture, Building, Furniture

After social media, app stores and search engines are the next target for age-gating

Australia doubles down on protecting minors with age checks on app stores and search engines.
Motorola, Smartphone, Edge 70 Fusion

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion combines a bright curved display with military-grade ruggedness

Motorola Edge 70 debuts with super smooth quad-curved display and solid durability for around $500.
Electronics, Hardware, Computer Hardware, Ryzen, CPU

AMD just gave desktop PCs an AI brain with the Ryzen AI 400 series

AMD brings Copilot creds to desktop with the latest Ryzen AI 400 processors.
Motorola Razr Fold

Motorola Razr Fold is out, and the budget foldable dreams are dead

For €1,999, the Motorola Razr Fold is a flagship foldable rivaling the Pixel 10 Pro Fold & Galaxy Z Fold 7.