Articles by Mark Hachman
Excel world champion solves 'Warcraft' spreadsheet to win crown
Michael Jarman has won the Super Bowl for nerds: the 2024 Microsoft Excel World Championship, managing a simulated World of Warcraft clan in a series of quests via spreadsheet.
Microsoft's Copilot Vision preview watches your browser to offer AI help
Microsoft is launching a preview of Copilot Vision, an AI tool for Microsoft Edge that works as a Copilot in real time.
Best webcams 2024: Top picks and expert buying advice
We test and recommend the best webcams, both 1080p and premium 4K webcams. We'll also advise you on what you should buy and why.
Google can generate playable 3D game worlds from AI prompts
Google's Genie 2 creates small 3D game worlds from just an AI prompt, complete with physics, reflections, and even NPCs.
Intel: 'We have invested gi-namic resources into addressing' Arc GPU driver issues
Intel fellow Tom Petersen says that the cascade of ongoing Intel GPU driver releases means that the buggy launch of its first-generation Alchemist discrete GPUs are a problem no longer.
Best Cyber Monday Thunderbolt dock deals
Cyber Monday Thunderbolt docking station deals have arrived! Here are the best deals available, complete with explanations of what to buy and why.
Best Cyber Monday Chromebook deals
Here are the best Cyber Monday Chromebook deals we've found from Amazon, Best Buy, Adorama, Walmart, and more.
This is the best Thunderbolt dock deal I've found on Black Friday
The Kensington SD5800T Thunderbolt 4/USB4 Dock is my pick for the best ultra-premium docking station for your laptop, and Amazon has it for over $100 off.
This is the best Chromebook deal I've found for Black Friday
Costco's $199.99 deal on the Acer Chromebook Plus gets you a premium Chromebook at a bargain price for Black Friday. It's available for non-members, too!
iContact Camera Pro review: This line-of-sight webcam is nearly there
The iContact Camera Pro webcam's line-of-sight 4K webcam is quite good and a killer feature. Some of the other aspects just need more work.
The best Thunderbolt dock I've ever tested is on sale for 38% off
Amazon and Kensington are teaming up to sell the ultra-premium SD5800T Thunderbolt 4 dock for over $100 off, bringing the price down to mainstream levels.
Best USB-C hubs and dongles 2024: Add ports to your laptop or tablet
Tested and approved: We'll tell you which USB-C hub or dongle to buy for your laptop or tablet, based on our hands-on evaluation of more than a dozen products.
Anker 778 Thunderbolt 4 dock review: Fantastic, just overpriced
Anker's 778 12-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 docking station is one of the best docks that's come across my desk. But right now it's just way too expensive.
Trump tech tariffs could slam your wallet, bigly
Proposed tariffs on Chinese goods by the Trump Administration could cost U.S. consumers thousands of dollars. But on what products? We explain.
Best Thunderbolt docks 2024: Extend your laptop’s capabilities
The best docking stations for laptops use Thunderbolt. We frequently test Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 laptop docking stations, and we've collected the best desktop docks to use your laptop's Thunderbolt port.
Black Friday Chromebook deals: What to expect and early sales
Black Friday Chromebook deals have already started. Here are the best Chromebook discounts, from budget models to premium options.
Elgato Facecam Mk. 2 review: Superb, but it still can't hear you
Elgato Facecam Mk. 2 is a top-notch 1080p, 60Hz webcam that ships with excellent utility software that adds to its value. Only the omission of an integrated mic really hurts it.
Black Friday Thunderbolt dock deals: What to expect, early sales
Early Black Friday deals on Thunderbolt docks are here, as retailers try to clear their shelves of older hardware. We'll tell you which ones are worth buying and why.