How fast do you need your computer’s storage to be? It probably doesn’t have to be as fast as you think (especially if you’re building a gaming PC). But if you’re moving big files around, you can definitely see the benefit of a faster drive — and Samsung’s first full-fat PCIe 5.0 SSD is the…
If you’re looking to make your desktop background more visually engaging, you should try embedding a video with the open source app Lively Wallpaper. This app comes with some free videos for your wallpaper, but you can also use it to add your own videos to your desktop. Here’s how it works. First, install Lively…
Microsoft is currently rolling out a new optional update for Windows 11 24H2. Update KB5052093 brings some new features, but also adds some self-promotion to the system with Microsoft placing a banner in the system settings to emphasize Game Pass. Let’s dive into the more notable changes. New camera options This update introduces a new…
What could possibly be more fun than going out into an untamed wilderness, slaughtering dozens of terrifying creatures, then eating them and wearing their skin? Nothing! Which is probably why Monster Hunter Wilds is currently number one with a bullet arrow made from dragon fangs on the Steam charts even before it’s out. And if…
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Good speeds Inexpensive pricing Unrivaled user anonymity Versatile payment options Cons Struggles with unblocking streaming services Smaller server network Not as feature-rich as competitors Our Verdict Mullvad VPN is one of the most private and secure VPNs on the market. It also offers a user-friendly interface, good speeds, and…
This Baseus charging station is pretty much all you need to have on your desk, delivering outlets, ports, and even a magnetic charging pad. The best part? We have a special discount code for you, letting you snag this for under $50 instead of its $90 MSRP. The Baseus Nomos is listed with a 24…
Google is changing how Chrome extensions work on the desktop and Chromebooks. While the Manifest V3 changes are billed as ways to improve safety and efficiency, the way they also limit how adblocking extensions like uBlock Origin work has drawn a lot of criticism. And now, uBlock Origin is dead on Chrome (along with any other…
There’s no denying that ChatGPT and other AI chatbots make impressive chat companions that can converse with you on just about anything. Their conversational powers can be extremely convincing too; if they’ve made you feel safe about sharing your personal details, you’re not alone. But — newsflash! — you’re not talking to your toaster. Anything…
A Framework…desktop? Yes, and it’s coming soon: the Framework Desktop harnesses Framework’s talent for building modular PCs and applies it to desktops — and AMD’s killer Ryzen AI Max processor (also known as Strix Halo). Framework will begin shipping the first Framework Desktops in the third quarter, and you can pre-order one for as low…
Laptops are great if you need portability, but these days you can get the same performance with a mini PC while saving a bunch of money and taking up less space on your desk. For example, this Bosgame P3 mini PC is darn powerful and it’s only $330 right now on Amazon, down from its…