Reviews / Hardware & Software

  1. Logitech MX Master 3S review: The best wireless mouse gets slightly better

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  2. Logitech’s MX Keys Mechanical is a satisfying, wireless introduction to mech keebs

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  3. Lenovo’s Yoga 9i Gen 7 is a 2-in-1 statement piece

     

  4. Portable monitors tested—which puny panels are worth it?

    Whatever your reason for needing an extra screen, a portable monitor can help increase your productivity—and often for less money than other display types.

  5. Logitech’s Lift is a vertical mouse that’s easier to grasp

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  6. Review: Ryzen 7 5800X3D is an interesting tech demo that’s hard to recommend

    AMD's AM4 socket has had a long and successful run on the desktop, ushering in the Ryzen processor lineup and helping AMD compete with and outperform Intel's chips for the first time since the mid-2000s.

  7. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra review: The slab phone retirement plan

    Is there anything left to do in the slab phone market?

  8. Studio Display review: An Apple monitor where “5K” doesn’t describe the price

    Ever since Apple released the $5,000-and-up Pro Display XDR in 2019, rumors have persisted that the company was also planning a more affordable screen to fill the same niche as its Thunderbolt Display. You could connect the Pro Display XDR to a...

  9. Review: The Mac Studio shows us exactly why Apple left Intel behind

    Update: Our chart calculating processor power efficiency has been updated to be more readable and accurate.

  10. 2022 iPhone SE review: Revving up a classic hot rod

    The iPhone SE is the classic iPhone, the OG iPhone, the Mazda Miata of smartphones. It performs well, and its design is iconic and familiar—even comforting—despite being dated and devoid of modern frills and comforts. But the SE is still one of...

  11. 2022 iPad Air review: M1, other tablets 0

    Apple's latest iPad refresh is minor on the surface, but there's a big step forward inside.

  12. Intel’s Core i7-12700 tested: Top speeds or power efficiency—pick one

    Intel’s K-series desktop CPUs always get the most attention from enthusiasts because they represent the best performance that new Intel processors are capable of when money, heat, and power are no object. But more people will end up using the...

  1. System76 Launch review: Linux-friendly keyboard with a USB hub

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  2. Flashy as can be: The Asus ROG Strix Flare II Animate keyboard

    Its animated display matrix is fun, and the typing experience hits the mark.

  3. Alienware AW720M mouse review: An ambidextrous wireless win

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  4. Intel NUC 12 Extreme review: Alder Lake makes for a pricey, portable powerhouse

    Intel’s NUC Extreme mini PC kits have always been hard to recommend. It’s true that they’re considerably smaller than even the smallest mini ITX PC cases; it’s impossible to fit this much performance into less space if you’re using...

  5. Logitech G413 SE mechanical keyboard review: Affordable, but not cheap enough

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  6. Sony’s latest wireless earbuds have donut holes in them (on purpose)

    On Tuesday, Sony announced its newest set of fully wireless earbuds, the Sony LinkBuds.

  7. Review: MNT Reform laptop has fully open hardware and software—for better or worse

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  8. Keychron Q2 mechanical keyboard review: Enthusiast luxury at a decent price

    Not everyone appreciates the luxury of a mechanical keyboard. Many are happy with the flat keys that come with their laptop; they don't need to deal with the price premiums, varieties, and complexities of mechanical switches. Among those who do make...

  9. Keychron K14 review: The rare Mac-ready wireless mechanical keyboard

    A common complaint about mechanical keyboards is that they're too expensive. Options are limited further for budget-minded buyers if they want a wireless device, especially if they're looking for a Mac-specific board. But the market has come a long...

  10. Logitech Signature M650: A quiet wireless mouse for big, small, or left hands

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  11. Amazon Echo Show 15 review: Alexa on the big screen

    When getting a display of any type, the first thing to consider is size. And unless the display will be moving around, chances are that the bigger it is, the better your experience will be. TV manufacturers have gone big, smartphones (to my chagrin)...

  12. Review: Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 is a powerful laptop with heat problems

    The term “desktop replacement” is a bit out of fashion as a descriptor for laptops these days, if only because fewer people have desktop computers they’re trying to replace. But I struggle to think of a better term for something like Lenovo’s...

  1. Logitech G303 Shroud Edition review: $130 wireless mouse for big-handed gamers

    What do you get when you take 2015's Logitech G Daedalus Apex G303, halve its weight, tweak the length and width, and cut the cable? Well, you get another G303. But this time, it's called the Logitech G G303 Shroud Edition. It's way more powerful and...

  2. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro review: Tall screen, strong performance

    You've probably been there. You're shopping for a new PC, perhaps for the first time in a years, and you get bogged down in the specs. Even if you narrow the list to include things like a certain amount of storage or screen size, you find yourself...

  3. Acer Swift 5 review: The grass is always greener

    Acer chose the Swift 5 as its vehicle for ushering in Windows 11, and that was a safe choice. With a starting MSRP of $1,100, up to 1TB of storage, a good port selection, and a more standout keyboard and webcam, it will suit many laptop needs just...

  4. HP Chromebook x2 review: A price cut away from great

    For tech enthusiasts, Chromebooks can be an acquired taste. Advanced users don’t need a stripped-down operating system, and the low computing power generally disqualifies Chromebooks from being a serious, primary PC. But Chromebooks can often find...

  5. Logitech Pop Keys review: Reliable wireless mechanical keyboard with a divisive style

    Mediocre typing feel overshadows reliable wireless and fantastic battery life.

  6. Logitech Pop Mouse review: Emoji button meets colorful simplicity

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  7. Razer Pro Click Mini review: A wireless mouse for power users

    Productivity-focused mouse offers advanced features in a portable size.

  8. Razer Pro Type Ultra wireless keyboard review: A grown-up mechanical clacker

    Upping the ante with longer battery life and a wrist rest.

  9. 2021 MacBook Pro review: Yep, it’s what you’ve been waiting for

    Apple has long offered an application called Time Machine that lets you revert the software on your computer to the state it was in before something went seriously wrong. In many ways, the new MacBook Pro is a hardware Time Machine of its own; you...

  10. Review: Bigger screen, better lighting make for a nearly perfect Kindle Paperwhite

    It's the most reliable upgrade in tech: take a thing that was already good, and make the screen bigger.

  11. macOS 12 Monterey: The Hurrah Times review

    Big Sur was a landmark release of macOS, in ways both technical and symbolic. It introduced a major new redesign, it was the first version of macOS to run on Apple's own in-house processors in addition to Intel's, and it was the first version of...

  12. MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo review: A flip in the right direction

    Decked-out performance, solid port selection make a strong competitor.