To prevent users from simply shutting down your computer, Windows 11 lets you remove the power button from the Start menu. It’s not obvious, however;... Read More
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There’s a hot new power connector in the desktop PC world… and by hot, we mean “literally melting.” Issues with the new 12VHPWR power connector... Read More
A desire for sustainable data center options and a heat wave caused by increasingly powerful computer chips are driving the adoption of systems that cool... Read More
“The best charger is the one that shipped with your laptop” is old advice that needs updating because there are often superior options available either... Read More
In theory, charging your phone, tablet, or laptop should be pretty simple: Plug a cable into the device, plug the cable into a charger, wait... Read More
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Rugged metal body Quiet performance Can be left plugged in Modular expansion Cons Very slow charge rates over AC... Read More
Smart home gadgets do more than simply turn your lights on and off or play your favorite music when you wake up. They can also... Read More
If you’re looking to lengthen the life of your laptop, listen up. Changing your power settings can help conserve battery life by preventing the laptop... Read More
ChatGPT’s AI has one big problem: It was only programmed with information up to a few years ago. By adding web-browsing capabilities with its partner,... Read More
An Intel update to the ATX power supply spec doesn’t mean your current 12VHPWR adapter or PSU is obsolete or dangerous. The ATX 3.01 update,... Read More
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Excellent mechanical keyboard Class-leading Mini-LED display Incredible CPU and GPU performance 2TB of solid state storage with PCIe Gen5... Read More
Windows is, by and large, pretty good. There’s a reason it’s remained the number one PC operating system for decades, and it isn’t because Microsoft... Read More
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Stunning design and high build quality Included ROG Gen-Z.2 NVMe card Next gen features, DDR5, PCIE Gen 5 M-ATX... Read More
For the ultimate example of a simple tool with hidden depths, look to the desktop web browser. You needn’t be a tech whiz to know... Read More
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Terrific value for office workers Great display flexibility Plenty of USB-A ports SD/microSD card slots, too 100W of charging... Read More
On the whole, power supplies haven’t changed much for DIY builders. The back gets mounted to a computer case, while the power supply cables link... Read More
Winter is coming and every year seems to bring more extreme weather events than the previous. Between increased pressure and prices of the National Power Grid,... Read More
