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This ultra-portable mouse, the size of a car remote, still has 6 buttons
Despite its size, the tiny CapacMouse Pro packs two main buttons, two side buttons, and two scroll buttons.
Feature
Why your fraying USB cables are a problem
Fraying USB cables should really just be tossed out. Here's why…
News
New RTX 5090s could take '3 to 16 weeks' to arrive
The outlook for PC gamers hoping to score the super-powerful, super-expensive Nvidia card looks pretty grim.
News
What does a $2500 GPU get you? Let's check out MSI's liquid-cooled RTX 5090
Adam and Will have the massive, expensive, AIO-packing MSI GeForce RTX 5090 Suprim Liquid in the lab, and they're ready to test its performance, cooling, and noise.
Reviews
Wavlink Thunderbolt 4 Dock (UTD45) review: Lovely yet quirky
Wavlink's Thunderbolt 4 Triple Display Docking Station (UTD-45) isn't quite as good as we expected, but there's still a lot to recommend it, beginning with its lovely design and aggressive price.
News
Nvidia unleashes DLSS 4 goodies for RTX cards going back to 2018
The new drivers come with improvements for past Nvidia cards going all the way back to the original RTX 2080.
How-To
Yes, you can still use floppy disks with Windows 11! Here's how
If you need to, it's entirely possible to read and write to floppy disks with a modern PC or laptop. Here's everything you need to know.
Reviews
BenQ PD2730S review: A feature-packed 5K monitor for creative pros
The BenQ PD2730S will call to creative professionals with its 5K display, but some will find its connectivity and special features just as alluring as its razor-sharp image.
Deal
Samsung's fast, tiny USB-C flash drive is just $18 right now
Get 128GB of storage space for 22% off on Amazon. The 256GB model is also on sale.
News
Intel reveals its 2026 PC processor plans
Following the debut of the Intel Panther Lake chip later in 2025, Intel will launch Nova Lake to begin shipping in 2026.
News
Asus says don't worry about GPUs scratched by Q-Release PCIe slots
A full statement from Asus says "there is no need for concern" from issues highlighted by reviewers earlier this week.
News
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5090 and 5080 sell out almost instantly
Unsurprisingly, dozens of different variations of the hotly-anticipated GPUs are impossible to find less than an hour after the official retail launch.
Deal
This Ryzen 7 mini PC with 32GB RAM hits its lowest price ever: $499
Save $120 on this Beelink SER8 mini PC equipped with a Ryzen 7 CPU, 32GB of RAM, and integrated graphics.
Opinion
The fate of Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50-series lies in DLSS 4's hands
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50-series pairs ho-hum generational gains with an immensely promising new DLSS 4 feature. But if gamers refuse to embrace "fake frames," the entire lineup could disappoint.
Deal
Dell's 27-inch 1440p IPS monitor is terrific, especially for $160
This mid-sized monitor is a great addition to any multi-screen setup, and right now it's $60 off at Office Depot.
Reviews
Asus ZenScreen Smart Monitor MS27UC review: Smart TV features in a small display
The Asus ZenScreen Smart Monitor MS27UC doesn’t deliver the best image quality, but it’s a good jack-of-all-trades for shoppers who need smart TV features in a small display.
Deal
Turn your laptop's USB-C port into six with Anker's hub, now 25% off
This 6-in-1 Anker USB-C hub is down to $30 on Amazon right now.
Reviews
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 review: Betting the future on 'fake frames'
The GeForce RTX 5080 offers negligible improvement over the 4080 Super's performance — but also a truly game-changing feature in DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation.
Tip
What does the symbol on a power button mean? How did it come about?
Nearly everyone has seen the universal symbol for power — turning on and off — but not everyone knows why that symbol was chosen.
News
Nvidia begins warning that GeForce 5080, 5090 may sell out
Nvidia is already saying that it expects supplies of its highest-end GeForce 5090 and 5080 cards to be out of stock.
Deal
Take 46% off this slim portable monitor for your laptop or Switch
Now down to just $70, this portable monitor is super useful when you're on the go.
News
RTX 5090 and 5080 cards have appeared on Newegg and Best Buy
You can't buy the new cards yet, but they should go on sale in the wee hours of the morning on January 30th.
Deal
This high-performance Ryzen 9 mini PC is on sale for just $399
At this price, the Acemagic AM08 Pro mini PC is a steal for both gaming and productivity.
Deal
Logitech's MX Vertical ergonomic mouse is 36% off in this rare discount
While this stylish and comfy mouse is usually pricey, it's currently on sale at a substantial discount.
Deal
This uber-fast Samsung portable SSD we love is 29% off right now
Get the 2TB Samsung T9 portable SSD for $170 at B&H.
News
Consumer tech prices will skyrocket if Trump imposes Taiwan tariffs
The president has laid out unspecific plans for tariffs on semiconductors and chips at up to 100%, inevitably causing consumer electronics across all sectors to increase in price.
Deal
This 32-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor is over $400 off right now
The gorgeous Alienware AW3225QF OLED monitor is massively discounted today, with a final price of $765.
News
Nvidia just ended support for these graphics cards going forward
Three Nvidia GPU generations are now obsolete. Here's what that means for you if you're still running one of these graphics cards.
News
AMD's FSR 4 could be a day-one upgrade for FSR 3.1 games
According to a leak, games that support version 3.1 of FidelityFX Super Resolution might also support version 4.0 right away.
News
A modder made a 'Steam Brick' mini PC out of a Steam Deck
It's possible to shave off the case, screen, and controls to make a "headless" Steam Deck with a custom 3D-printed case.
Feature
2025 could finally be the year of the external GPU
Thanks to recent hardware advances, the hope of external GPUs going mainstream burns brighter than ever. Here's what you need to know.
News
Asus' Q-Release Slim motherboards can scratch GPU connectors
Q-Release Slim is supposed to make it easier to get a graphics card out, but there are some issues with it.
News
Intel shows off Framework-style modular laptop and mini PC designs
Intel lays out laptops with separate motherboards and I/O boards, with a similar modular design for mini PCs.
Updated
Ventiva's fanless laptop cooler wins Intel and Dell over
Ventiva' ICE uses ionizing technology to silently move air and cool a laptop. But the startup has also won the endorsement of Dell and Intel.
Deal
This mighty Ryzen 7 mini PC is on sale at its best-ever price: $329
The Beelink SER5 Pro is 25% off at Amazon right now.
Reviews
Cooler Master MK770 review: Perfect for gamers and typists alike
The Cooler Master MK770 keyboard is based on a hybrid concept with wireless and wired connectivity and high-quality mechanical switches.
News
AMD confirms mystery bug that reportedly affects gaming PCs
AMD has confirmed the presence of a processor vulnerability that leaked out before AMD's partners could issue official patches.
News
Logitech expands its repair guides and parts initiative to more products
Over 20 products now have official repair guides and spare parts in the Logitech Repair Hub.
Deal
Upgrade your Steam Deck's SSD to 2TB for just $125 with this deal
This tiny-but-also-massive M.2 2230 drive can fit so many games in it, and it's $75 off its retail price.
Deal
Get this Editors' Choice 4TB portable SSD for 28% off while you can
You'll save 28% on the Crucial X9 Pro on Amazon if you snag this deal while it's available.
Reviews
Teamgroup GE Pro NVMe SSD review: Fast but not fastest, PCIe 5.0 performance
Fast but not the fastest, Teamgroup’s GE Pro 5.0 SSD is a small step backward performance-wise from the Teamgroup Z540.
News
A prototype of the RTX 5090 Ti just got leaked
The fullest version of the new RTX 50-series GPUs just appeared in a forum thread. With 800 watts of TDP and 24,576 shader units, this GPU is beyond good and evil.
Feature
Nvidia's DLSS 4 is so much more than just 'fake frames'
Here's what you need to know about DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation, a key addition to Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50-series.
Reviews
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 review: Brutally fast, but DLSS 4 is the game changer
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5090 is the most brutally fast graphics card ever introduced, augmented by new DLSS 4 technology that feels like magic. But you pay dearly for it.
News
Let's chat with Paul's Hardware about Nvidia's RTX 5090 and more
Paul of Paul's Hardware joined Adam on the CES 2025 show floor to digest Nvidia's new card announcements.
Deal
This Core i7 mini PC with 32GB of RAM is an absurdly cheap $410
With a Core i7 CPU and 32GB of RAM, this mini PC packs a punch for just $410 on Amazon.
Deal
Grab this fast 1TB SanDisk microSD card for 49% off while you can
The 1TB SanDisk Ultra microSDXC card is down to $70 on Amazon right now.
News
Nvidia says its new RTX 50 cards won't melt power plugs this time
The RTX 40 series had a melting problem with the 12VHPWR connector. Nvidia says that won't happen again.
Deal
Get this 27-inch 1440p Asus gaming monitor for just $199
It's great for home offices and gaming setups, and it's 20% off on Amazon right now.
Deal