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Wallhack M-001 Review: When Fun Overrides Specs

With a tactile dongle for on-the-fly customization and a metal chassis, the Wallhack M-001 is the most fun I've had reviewing a gaming mouse in a long time.

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The MacBook Pro Max Just Dropped to Its Lowest Price Ever

Apple will reportedly launch an innovative new MacBook next week, which means existing options have their largest discount yet.

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Best Laptops (2026): My Top Recommendations After Testing Hundreds

I’ve tested laptops for more than a decade, and here’s my advice for finding the right laptop for you.

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Save $150 on the Apple Mac Mini M4, but There’s a Catch

Apple’s Mac Mini M4 is one of the best mini computers you can buy, and it’s $150 off. While it’s a good deal on a new, older-generation model, it’s more expensive than it was at launch.

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Best Microsoft Surface Laptop (2026): Which Models to Buy and Avoid

With pricing in flux and new models available, here’s which Surface Laptop and Surface Pro to buy.

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I Worked for a Whole Day Using Only the iPhone Duo. Here’s How It Went

A portable keyboard and kickstand make it a viable emergency workstation—even if iOS still gets in the way.

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Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra Review: The First Real AI PC

The Surface Laptop Ultra is a true MacBook Pro competitor for Windows, and Microsoft has never been so close to dethroning Apple—if only it weren't for the lack of battery life.

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The Best Gifts for the Techie in Your Life (2026)

Don’t buy a loved one something you wouldn’t want for yourself. These are the must-haves that tech enthusiasts have on their wish lists this year.

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The Best Mac Desktop to Buy (2026): Mac Mini, Mac Studio, or iMac?

Apple’s Mac desktops have become some of the most sought-after computers this year, driven by surging interest in agentic AI. Here’s which model to buy depending on your use case.

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Best Prime Day Laptop Deals: Save Up to $500 (2026)

My favorite MacBook, gaming PC, and budget laptop are all on sale for Prime Day, some at the lowest prices I’ve seen in months. But act fast, as sales end tonight.

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The MacBook Air Drops to Its Lowest Price Since June for Prime Day (2026)

At $1,099, the MacBook Air is $200 off its retail price for Prime Day, its lowest price in months.

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Best Wi-Fi Routers (2026): My Honest Picks After Testing 50+

Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested home routers will deliver reliable internet across your home, whatever your needs or budget.

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Apple Mac Studio (M5 Ultra) Review: Unlimited Power

The Mac Studio can run frontier-level AI language models locally. It’s only a preview of what’s to come.

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The 6 Best Laptop Docking Stations to Unlock the Full Desktop Experience (2026)

Docking stations expand what your laptop can do, and I’ve been testing the best of the best to see which you should buy.

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Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems (2026): I Tested Them All

Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested, multi-room mesh Wi-Fi systems will keep your whole house online.

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The Best Linux Laptops (2026): System76, Framework, and More

Whether you want a beast of a machine with dedicated graphics or a light, easy-to-upgrade PC, we have the perfect rig for you.

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Apple Mac Mini (M6) Review: For the AI Curious

Apple has refreshed the Mac Mini with a brand-new chip, the M6. And this time, it’s more focused on AI than ever.

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Got an Android Phone? Google Thinks You’ll Probably Want a Googlebook Laptop

Apple lovers have long enjoyed seamless connectivity between their iPhones and Macs. Now, Google’s bringing that experience to Android.

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Justice for CSS

In defense of the girliest programming language.

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9 Windows Laptops That Give MacBooks a Run for Their Money

Windows laptops have never been so good, and they’re only going to get better as we move through 2026.

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The 6 Best Monitors That Actually Work Well With Macs

Macs are fantastic computers, but you’ll need one of these great displays to complete your work-from-home setup.

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Lenovo’s Project AeroBlade Fanless Laptop Takes Thin and Light to the Extreme

Using Frore’s air-cooling technology, Lenovo’s Project AeroBlade Concept is an ultralightweight laptop with efficient heat management.

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Nvidia RTX Spark ‘Superchip’: The First AI PCs Are Here

At IFA 2026, Nvidia and its partners showed off the first RTX Spark-powered laptops and mini PCs, designed to run AI models right on your computer.

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Asus ProArt 27 QD-OLED (PA279cdv) Review: HDR for All

I wouldn’t call it cheap, but this monitor from Asus brings proper HDR-capable video editing to creators who couldn’t previously afford an OLED display.

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Alienware AW3926QW Review: 39 Inches of Gaming Glory

Alienware’s latest gaming monitor explores a new size and resolution for ultrawide monitors, and I have a feeling PC gamers are going to love it.

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Apple Mac Mini M6 and Mac Studio M5 Ultra: Specs, Price, Release Date

Apple’s Mac Mini and Mac Studio have been tough to buy for months, but updated versions have arrived. Both include new chips optimized for AI, with the M6 Mac Mini getting a $200 price bump.

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Asus ROG Swift RGB Stripe OLED Review: Clarity King

The Asus PG27UCWM brings a new sub-pixel layout to the world of OLED gaming monitors, and in my testing, I appreciated the improvements it brings to the table.

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Dell XPS 13 vs. MacBook Neo: A Surprising Upset

The Dell XPS 13 and MacBook Neo are both premium-feeling laptops with only 8 GB of RAM. Which $700 laptop is the better buy?

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The Excellent HP OmniBook 5 Is $550 Off Its Retail Price Today

My favorite budget laptop, the HP OmniBook 5, has an OLED screen and gets great battery life, despite being just $750 right now.

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Samsung Odyssey G8 6K Review: Pixel Overdose

Samsung dared to bring 6K to the world of gaming monitors before our PCs were truly ready for it.

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Alienware 27 QD-OLED (AW2726DM) Review: A $350 Winner

We’ve come a long way since exclusively $1,000+ OLED gaming monitors. Alienware’s latest display brings the price down to a shocking $350, though it comes with some important compromises.

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Alienware 15 Gaming Laptop Review: Hedging Its Bets

There are both cheaper and more powerful entry-level gaming laptops out there, but the Alienware 15 walks that tightrope between price and quality.

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Mac Mini Availability: Long Waits and Higher Prices

Thanks to the surge in local AI processing and the ongoing memory shortage, it’s incredibly difficult to buy a Mac Mini.

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Apple Upgrade Isn’t the Best Way to Buy an iPhone

With Apple Upgrade, the company is making it easier to pay for its products in monthly installments. Critics call it the “financialization of the affordability crisis.”

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Best Ethernet Switches: Fast, Reliable, and Secure

If your router is short on ports, you can add more with one of the best Ethernet switches. These are my top picks from what I’ve tested.

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Wi-Fi 8 Explained: Features, Release Date, and More

Chipset makers and router manufacturers are talking about Wi-Fi 8, but what is the new standard, and when will it arrive?

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Python Is So Slow. Can Julia Solve the Two-Language Problem?

By some benchmarks, Julia code can run 10X to 1,000X faster than Python—but there’s a reason it’s not a very popular programming language.

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Best External Hard Drives (2026): SanDisk, Samsung, and More

Need an ultrafast drive for video editing or a rugged option to back up your photos in the field? We’ve got a solution for every situation.

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Dell 14S Review: Higher Price, Better Quality

The Dell 14S represents the new normal of laptop pricing, but it has the quality to back up its cost.

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China Defies US Restrictions and Builds the World’s Fastest Supercomputer

The Chinese supercomputer LineShine was ranked as the fastest in the world, despite not using any GPUs.

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Samsung’s Excellent OLED Monitors Are Up to 36 Percent Off for Prime Day

Samsung makes some of the very best OLED gaming monitors, and they’ve never been this affordable.

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This Is Probably Your Last Chance to Buy a Cheap MacBook for a While

Apple has dramatically jacked up the prices of MacBooks, making the current Prime Day pricing that much more enticing.

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I Found the Best iPad Deal for Amazon Prime Day This Year (2026)

With four iPads to choose from, there’s a clear winner in terms of discounts for Amazon Prime Day.

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The Best Prime Day Laptop Deals on My Personal Favorites

From MacBooks to gaming laptops, these are the very best deals on some of my very favorite laptops for Amazon Prime Day.

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Microsoft Offers 38% Off With the Best Laptop Deal of Prime Day 2026 So Far

The Surface Laptop is down to $835 for Prime Day—a killer discount on one of my favorite laptops.

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The Prime Day MacBook Deals I Recommend (2026)

Apple has warned about MacBook prices rising, making these Prime Day deals even more worthwhile to consider.

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The Best NAS Devices for Your Home After Months of Testing

Network-attached storage (NAS) provides accessible shared space on your home network. After testing, these are my favorite NAS devices.

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The New Surface Laptop and Surface Pro Get New Chips, Colors, and Pricing

Microsoft has finally refreshed its premium Surface Laptop and Surface Pro with new chips, but the update reveals how high PC pricing has become.

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Best Portable Monitors (2026): Add a Second Screen I've Tested

If you're someone who needs to (or likes to) take their work on the go, a portable monitor will make a huge difference. These are my favorite that I tested.

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Best Laptops for College Students (2026): MacBooks and Beyond

Laptops for college should be portable, offer long battery life, and be well priced. Based on testing hundreds of laptops, these are my top picks.