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Best Thunderbolt docks 2026: Extend your laptop’s capabilities
The best docking station for a laptop is a Thunderbolt dock. We frequently test Thunderbolt 4 and Thunderbolt 5 laptop docking stations, and we've collected the best desktop docks to use your laptop's Thunderbolt port.
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The best PC games of 2026 (that don't need a graphics card)
It's a rough time for anyone looking to buy or build a gaming PC. But you don't need one for these games, the cream of the crop for anyone who doesn't have the latest hardware.
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Fubo quietly raises prices. Is it still worth considering over YouTube TV?
Fubo raises prices by up to $15 per month as NBC channels arrive. Here are the alternatives to consider.
Full Nerd
Why even buy a Steam Machine? Check out our own DIY builds for $1,050
The Full Nerd is all about Steam Machines this week: Would you buy one or assemble your own, and what kind of box would you build for that $1,050 asking price? As it turns out, the quest to build a better Steam Machine can be a good reminder about what makes being a PC enthusiast so great.
Prompt Mode
Prepare to expect less from your cheap AI subscription
Fable 5, Anthropic’s best model in general release, won’t be included in Claude subscription plans. Expect Anthropic's competitors to follow suit.
Try This
Can't draw? AutoDraw doesn't care
Doodle almost anything and AutoDraw will suggest polished artwork that matches your sketch.
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What is Windows Secure Boot? Here’s what to know
Don’t let hackers mess with your outdated PC.
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I tested every USB-C cable I own. Half weren't worth keeping
A $50 USB-C cable tester revealed which of my cables were actually useless. I happily got rid of them and haven't looked back.
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Ditch your car cables: This $29 car charger has built-in retractables
This Lisen car charger has two retractable cables (USB-C and Lightning) plus two extra ports, able to charge 4 devices at once.
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Best laptops under $500: Affordable picks that will satisfy your needs
Need a laptop that won’t break the bank but still gets stuff done? We picked the best laptops under $500 that can easily handle your day-to-day workloads.
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Tired of missing laptop ports? This $18 USB-C hub is the fix
Acer's 7-in-1 USB-C hub provides 4K HDMI, USB-A, SD card slots, and 100W passthrough charging. It's now 25% off at Amazon.
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This Dell Latitude laptop with 32GB RAM is only $400 right now
With plenty of RAM and storage, this older touchscreen laptop has better specs than almost anything you'll find in this price range today.
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Opera now blocks one of the sneakiest malware tricks around
Opera's new Paste Protect feature blocks ClickFix and other clipboard hijacking attacks in real time, natively in the browser.
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Windows 11's Start menu redesign is getting a redesign
Microsoft is testing a resizable, more customizable Start menu for Windows 11 26H2, aimed at fixing complaints about the current design.
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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.
Smart Mode
Can Microsoft's productivity apps survive the age of AI?
Microsoft's stock is plunging, partly because of AI concerns. Wall Street is seriously wondering whether Microsoft's foundational Word, Excel, and PowerPoint apps have a future. So, will Microsoft 365 be replaced by AI?
Reviews
HP OmniBook Ultra 14 review: OLED brilliance meets flagship performance
The HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is a luxurious portable laptop that provides solid portability alongside surprisingly excellent performance.
Opinion
I love the PC, but I’m no longer a fan of Windows
Windows used to be the very foundation of the PC. Today, many users are put off by the requirement to create an account, ads, bloatware, privacy concerns, and high hardware requirements. Why Microsoft’s approach is a problem.
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Would you let AI manage your inbox? I’m doing it for science
So many Notion users are letting AI agents handle their email that the company shut down its Mail product. I thought I’d check what the fuss was about.
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