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Buddha Backup review: A Zen-like interface for backup and syncing
The Buddha Backup sync/backup program has an uber clean interface and workflow. It's also fast and efficient, though it currently lacks support for online storage services.Reviews
KTC H24T09P review: A surprisingly good gaming monitor for just $150
The KTC H24T09P is a 24-inch budget monitor that provides excellent features such good color performance and a respectable 165Hz refresh rate, all for a great price.Reviews
Acer Swift Go 14 review: An affordable Intel Core Ultra debut
The Acer Swift Go 14 is a good choice for those looking to buy a lightweight yet zippy laptop at a sub-$1,000 price.
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Firewalla Gold SE review: Superb network protection, no subscription required
The Firewalla Gold SE is an easy-to-use box of tricks that will protect your network, with no subscription required.Reviews
Cyberlink Photo Director 2024 Ultra review: Easy, powerful image editing
The 2024 version of Cyberlink Photo Director certainly impresses with its numerous AI features. Through our tests of the program, we reveal who exactly it's designed for.Reviews
Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus review: A luxurious, affordable 2-in-1
With its blazing fast performance, 2-in-1 form factor, and colorful display, the Lenovo Flex 5i Chromebook Plus has a lot to offer the everyday person.Reviews
Solidigm P41 Plus SSD review: Good everyday performance, excellent price
The Solidigm P41 Plus SSD's performance is a bit staid for NVMe, but it's easily fast enough for most users and super affordableReviews
PureSync 7 Professional review: Affordable syncing, backup, and handy utilities
PureSync is great at syncing folders, but also offers other features such as merging folders, deleting duplicates, downloading websites, and creating shadow copies. Our only caveats are the lack of support for online storage services and minor glitches.Reviews
Dell U2724DE review: A do-it-all display with gobs of ports
The Dell U2724DE is a 27-inch widescreen 1440p monitor with 120Hz refresh rate, superb image quality, and just about every connectivity feature you can think of.Reviews
Foxit PDF Editor 13 review: Ready for business
Extensive editing, collaboration, and security tools plus AI integration make this multi-platform PDF editor an excellent Acrobat alternative.Reviews
Asus Zenbook 14 OLED review: An affordable laptop with great battery life
The AMD-powered Asus Zenbook 14 laptop packs an OLED touchscreen and great battery life at a surprisingly affordable price.Reviews
OWC Express 1M2 SSD review: USB4 storage finally arrives–and it's fantastic
Fast and versatile, the OWC Express 1M2 external USB4 SSD is on the large side, but so is its performance — across any flavor of USB or Thunderbolt.Reviews
Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 review: Superb USB-C dock, superb price
The Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station is a USB-C docking station that offers dual 4K display capabilities across a standard USB-C port, provided you have the hardware. But the value is tremendous.Reviews
EA Sports WRC – a promising new start with engine problems
Is EA Sports WRC a worthy successor to the modern classic Dirt Rally 2.0?Reviews
Atari 2600 Plus review: Party like it's 1977
The Atari 2600 Plus takes you back to 1977. The nostalgia factor is sky-high and everything feels right down to the last detail. But we'd like to see more games and the price tag is a bit high.Reviews
FreeFileSync review: Sync, mirror, and back up–in real-time even
FreeFileSync is a highly effective sync program with a wonderfully configurable interface and a boatload of options–including real-time operation. But a cornucopia of information and options could be daunting for new users.Reviews
Acer Nitro V 15 review: An ultra-affordable gaming laptop
The Acer Nitro V 15 delivers reliable gaming performance at a respectable price, making it a great option for budget-minded gamers.Reviews
Noorio T110 pan/tilt security camera review
2K resolution, intelligent detection, and a pan-and-tilt motor make this indoor camera a great value.Reviews
Gigabyte GS32QC review: A big-budget gaming monitor with crisp motion
The Gigabyte GS32QC is a 32-inch curved monitor with 1440p resolution and 170Hz refresh rate, but it faces stiff competition in the big budget friendly display market.Reviews
FBackup 9 review: Back up your local and online files for free
FBackup 9 is one of our favorite freebies, and the only one we're aware of that will back up to and from your online Google Drive and Dropbox accounts. It even supports optical discs!Reviews
Glorious Model O 2 Pro mouse review: Precise and ultra-light for pro gamers
The Glorious Model O 2 Pro 4K/8KHz Edition is an ultra-light gaming mouse that promises precision and speed. Is it worth the price?Reviews
Asus Vivobook Pro 16X OLED review: A creator laptop with gaming power
Asus's Vivobook Pro 16X OLED is a creator laptop so powerful it can just as easily be used as a premium gaming laptop. It has an accurate OLED display, excellent connectivity, and so much more.
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JLab Nightfall review: Stellar audio with a questionable mic
The JLab Nightfall makes a big splash with 50mm drivers, stellar audio, surround sound, and plenty of comfort. Yet a big question mark rests on its microphone performance.Reviews
HP Omen 17 (2023) review: Uncompromising performance
The HP Omen 17 is a powerful package for gamers who crave speed and graphics firepower.
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Corsair HS80 Max review: A no-sweat premium gaming headset
The Corsair HS80 Max has almost everything you could want in a gaming headset for an enjoyable gaming session — clear high-resolution audio, a comfortable and stylish design, and good cross-platform compatibility.Reviews
MSI Vigor GK41 review: A good, affordable gaming keyboard
The MSI Vigor GK41 gaming keyboard aims to impress with high-quality features at an affordable price. But can it deliver in practice what it promises on paper?Reviews
Tapo Wire-Free Magnetic Security Camera review: Flexible surveillance
This outdoor camera's streamlined setup, customizable motion detection, and dual storage options let you do security your way.Reviews
RCA Evolution Premium review: A monitor for work and gameplay
The RCA Evolution Premium botches the stand, but it’s a solid 1440p, 240Hz that works well for gaming and productivity.Reviews
Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2023) laptop review: Little beast or odd duck?
If you're looking for a truly unique gaming machine, then the Asus ROG Flow Z13 is definitely worth your time and attention.Reviews
Falcon Northwest FragBox review: A flawless portable PC powerhouse
The Falcon Northwest FragBox epitomizes why you buy a boutique custom PC. I can't find a single thing to complain about.Reviews
Creative Live! Cam Sync 4K review: A 4K webcam for way, way less
The Creative Live! Cam Sync 4K offers you 4K webcam capabilities for far less than you'd expect to pay, but poor color balance is its weakest link.Reviews
Anker 521 PowerCore Fusion review: A reliable companion for the road
This affordable power bank can charge a laptop as adroitly as your phone—all without taking much space.Reviews
HP Victus 16 (2023) review: A fast RTX 4070 gaming laptop
HP's 16-inch notebook comes with a GPU that is unusually powerful for this price range. On the other hand, HP saves in other areas.Reviews
Corsair MP700 Pro SSD: PCIe 5.0 excellence
The Corsair MP700 Pro finished in a virtual tie with the speedy Adata Legend 970 for best-in-class PCIe 5.0 performance. If you have the necessary M.2 slot and want maximum speed, it's a short-lister.Reviews
Samsung T5 EVO USB SSD review: Up to 8TB of palm-of-your-hand storage
Though not the swiftest of USB drives, the small, rugged Samsung T5 EVO compensates with up to 8TB of affordable capacity. If you're not in a hurry you'll the love the space it provides for your stuff.Reviews
BenQ GW2790QT review: A budget upgrade for your home office setup
BenQ's GW2790QT display is a well-designed monitor with decent image quality and extensive connectivity options making it a budget favorite.Reviews
LG Gram 17 (2023) review: A featherweight, big-screen laptop
The Gram 17 is lighter than you'd ever expect a 17-inch laptop to be, but there are compromises in other areas to make it possible.Reviews
Alan Wake 2 review: Horror-psychological thriller as an art house masterpiece
Alan Wake 2 is a brilliantly written psychological thriller. The X-Files meets Twin Peak meets Silent Hill meets Control and yet completely different. It's triple-A high-gloss game with full ray tracing and an art-house vibe.Reviews
Gigabyte GS34WQC review: A shockingly good budget ultrawide
The Gigabyte GS34WQC curved monitor brings excellent value to gaming, entertainment, or content creation.Reviews
Dygma Raise review: A keyboard of two halves
More features than you can throw a standard keyboard at. We review the weird and wonderful Dygma RaiseReviews
Acer Chromebook Plus 515 review: A great laptop for casual users
The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 is both fast and affordable, making it a top choice for the everyday person.Reviews
Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Pro Dock review: Four 4K displays, for a price
Satechi's Thunderbolt 4 Multimedia Pro Dock is a powerful Thunderbolt 4 dock that can drive four external 4K displays, together with a boatload of ports. But beware, as this dock carries a big price tag.Reviews
Seagate Game Drive PS5 SSD review: Speed with a generous warranty
With a five-year warranty and double the wear-rating of most SSDs in its class, the fast Game Drive PS5 NVMe SSD is worth the money that DRAM designs cost you.Reviews
Monoprice CrystalPro 44522 review: Cheaper 4K without killing features
The Monoprice CrystalPro 44522 is a 27-inch display that provides sharp and colorful 4K image quality on a budget without sacrificing important features.Reviews
Crucial T500 SSD review: Ultra-fast and delightfully affordable
The Crucial T500 is one of the fastest PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs I've tested. It's affordable for its ilk and available with a low-profile heatsink for another $10.
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Windows 11 2023 Update review: The rise of the AI PC
Microsoft has begun rolling out the Windows 11 2023 Update (23H2), adding Copilot and other AI-infused apps within Windows. It's a mostly positive step forward, though with definite room for improvement.
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Fire TV Stick 4K (2023) review: The middle child
The Fire TV Stick 4K gets updated for 2023. We examine its features and compare it to other streaming dongles.Reviews
Nextbase iQ 4K review: Super-capable LTE dash cam for the connoisseur
This LTE-connected dash cam offers a slew of monitoring and safety features in addition to top-notch 4K forward and 1440p interior captures. But the goodness costs.Reviews
8BitDo Retro Keyboard review: Fun and functional
8BitDo has made the NES mechanical keyboard that Nintendo never did, but it's full of surprisingly competent hardware.Reviews