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Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 review: A notable upgrade makes a big difference
The Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 is a solid upgrade over the 2023, featuring a faster processor and a touchscreen display, with only minor drawbacks that hardly impact the overall performance.
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4 big ways tech could go backward in 2025
For decades, we’ve taken technology’s forward progress for granted. That may change in the coming months.
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'I will make it perfect.' New Intel CEO promises to fix what's wrong
Intel chief executive officer Lip-Bu Tan spoke at the Intel Vision conference in his first speech as Intel's CEO. He promised to correct the mistakes of the past, asking for "harsh feedback" from customers.
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Best VPNs for Android 2025: Top picks for phones and tablets
PCWorld's picks for the best VPNs for Android devices including smartphones and tablets.
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Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Wall Outlet Extender review: Flaw ahead!
Any surge protector will eventually wear out and fail to protect the devices plugged into it, but this one has no mechanism to warn you when that inevitability occurs.
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This safe nuclear battery could last decades on a single charge
A new miniature nuclear battery could supply electricity for decades, centuries, even millennia.
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Best free antivirus 2025: Keep your PC safe without spending a dime
Many of the big names in antivirus offer a free version of their security suites. Here are our top choices for free antivirus.
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Amazon Spring Sale 2025: Last chance to save on laptops, USB drives, SSDs, and more
Amazon's Big Spring Sale event is ending! Here are some of the best deals you can still score right now.
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Plex’s 'new experience' arrives: 6 things to know before updating
A new look and feel for the completely revamped Plex mobile app has arrived, but some key features are still baking in the oven.
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Google's latest Gemini 2.5 Pro AI model is now free for all users
You can now try Gemini 2.5 Pro without a paid subscription.
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Microsoft kills the iconic Blue Screen of Death. It looks like this now
We're all familiar with the Windows BSOD, but Microsoft is now making it simpler in appearance—and getting rid of the iconic blue color in the process.
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Here's a new trick to installing Windows 11 without a Microsoft account
As Microsoft makes it more difficult—if not impossible—to install Windows 11 without a Microsoft account, a new workaround has surfaced.
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Hands on with the HP ZBook Ultra G1a, a work laptop with gaming laptop power
The HP ZBook Ultra G1a totally smashes the old paradigm that a work laptop can't have powerful graphics. Here's why…
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Acer's RTX 4060 gaming laptop is a solid bargain at this price: $350 off
Get the Acer Nitro V 15 for just $750 at Best Buy!
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How to quickly insert an electronic signature in Word
You no longer want to sign your Word documents by hand, but want to insert an electronic signature into the document quickly and easily. This is how it works.
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This travel-friendly USB-C charging station just dropped to its best price
The 6-in-1 Baseus Blade slim and compact charger is now 41% off and ready to join you at home or on vacation.
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HP expands its Omen brand to include PC gaming components
HP Omen branded desktop gaming components are coming soon!
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Samsung SSDs and microSD storage are 40% off for World Backup Day
Samsung's storage solutions—including portable SSDs, internal SSDs, and microSD cards—are on sale today.
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Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.
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