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PowerToys and Files devs teaming up might be the biggest quality‑of‑life win Windows 11 has seen in years — and macOS should pay attention

The Files app now supports PowerToys Peek, bringing a seamless macOS-style preview experience to one of the best file managers on Windows 11.

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Minecraft’s new Stranger Things DLC lets you play through Seasons 1–4 with Hawkins, the Upside Down, and even a blocky Mind Flayer faithfully recreated

Minecraft's latest DLC is an official tie-in with the global phenomenon, Stranger Things, featuring content from the first four seasons of the Netflix show.

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Halo: Campaign Evolved is bringing some new weapons — here's my informed speculation about what they could be

Halo: Campaign Evolved is introducing several new weapons, and while a few are know, there are still some mysteries remaining. Let's speculate.

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Diablo 4 is in the best place it’s ever been — which is exactly why I’m worried for Lord of Hatred and its risks of overcomplication

Diablo 4 is at its peak in Season 11, which makes the massive changes coming in Lord of Hatred feel exciting and terrifying.

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Cyberpunk 2077 gets nostalgic with this user-made VHS filter and has me yearning for a simpler time — are CRT TVs cool again?

Cyberpunk might be set in 2077, but some gamers are still clinging to the warming glow of CRT TVs as this fan-made VHS filter for Windows PCs proves.

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Microsoft's canceled dual-screen version of Windows Phone has leaked, and you can now try it on a Surface Duo

Andromeda OS was Microsoft's dual-screen version of Windows designed for the Surface Duo that was scrapped in 2018, and for the first time ever you can now try it on a real device.

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ASUS’ ROG Falcata might be the most underrated gaming keyboard of the year — and it's an ergo split design

The ASUS ROG Falcata is a unique, ultra-premium wireless gaming keyboard with hardcore specs and a controversial split design. Does anyone actually want this?

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Lenovo just updated its Legion Go handhelds to better support the Xbox Full Screen Experience — just like the Xbox Ally

A new Legion Space update brings a variety of improvements and optimizations to Legion Go handhelds, especially for the Xbox Full Screen Experience.

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People are paying $650 over MSRP for the Lenovo Legion Go 2 because it’s nearly impossible to find — and honestly, I get it, it’s the best handheld gaming PC of 2025

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 has officially become the handheld gaming device of 2025 — and the market proves it. It’s so hard to find right now that people are paying $650 over MSRP just to get one.

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The E‑WIN Champion Upgraded looks sturdy on paper, but real‑world comfort and adjustability issues hold it back from being a top pick

I have been given the latest iteration of E-WIN's Champion series of gaming chairs to review, and frankly, if I need to prop myself up to compensate for its stiff seating and rickety balance, that's not a good sign. Here's what I have to say in my full review.

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This Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 10 feels more like a portable powerhouse than a gaming laptop

I've been using the Lenovo Legion 7i 16 (Gen 10), a truly beautiful gaming laptop with serious style and impressive hardware... but it may not be the best.

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HyperX's most premium microphone pulls double USB/XLR duty, but I didn't expect to need my own mount

I've been using the HyperX FlipCast microphone, a dual USB/XLR mic with impressive recording capabilities, but a high price tag and no mount in the box.

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If you want the absolute best PC setup, this microphone arm mount could be the answer — if you're willing to pay

I've been using the HyperX Caster boom arm, and it's a premium, easily adjustable mount for microphones and cameras. It's also among the most expensive, though.

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HyperSpace Trackpad Pro review: We finally got a Magic Trackpad for Windows — and it’s more than just a clone

The HyperSpace Trackpad Pro brings haptic feedback, per-app profiles, and gestures to Windows, but it has a learning curve.

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I've been dual-booting Windows 11 and Linux in total harmony throughout 2025 — Microsoft is in no danger of a mass exodus (unless it fumbles AI in Windows 12)

Is Microsoft's AI push driving users away? Linux can handle gaming and daily work, but the deep-rooted familiarity of Windows still prevents any permanent switch.

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I tried setting up my first-ever NAS, and this budget UGREEN model did everything I needed with my old HDDs — now I'm falling down a home media server rabbit hole

UGREEN's NASync DH2300 proved to be a perfect entry point for me, a complete NAS novice, to set up a home media server and breathe new life into old HDDs.

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NVIDIA will enforce a 100-Hour GeForce Now limit in 2026 — while building a PC gets more expensive by the month

NVIDIA’s 100-hour GeForce Now cap isn’t new — but as PC upgrades become harder to afford, the idea of time-limited cloud gaming is hitting a nerve with players.

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We own the hardware, but not the experience anymore — Big Tech keeps building smarter, more connected devices, but the user experience feels more intrusive, more confusing, and less human

It seems like people aren't as devoted to their tech as much as they were a few years ago. But it's hard to love a device when it keeps changing and treating you like a consumer.

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Comment: What did YOU get for Christmas 2025? 🎅❄️🎄

We want to hear from you! Did you get any cool tech for Christmas? Did you buy any loved ones cool tech? Let's talk about ... cool tech! Happy Holidays and a Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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Modular, upgradeable, and super compact — HP's new mini PC impressed me with its versatile hardware and capable cooling

HP has a new mini PC packed with AI smarts and additional security for pros. I've been using it for a couple of weeks to see what it's all about, and I can say I'm impressed with how it performs and handles cooling.

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The best thing I did in 2025 was start using a mini PC, and it changed everything

This year, I discovered how an impressive mini PC delivered the performance, efficiency, and surprising gaming power I needed, and I'm sold.

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Xbox Ally starter guide: 7 essential steps every new owner should do first

Did you get a shiny new Xbox Ally or Xbox Ally X recently? If so, consider following these steps to improve your experience before diving into those similarly shiny games.

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Steam Deck starter guide — 7 things you need to do first to get the best experience for your gaming sessions

To get the best experience on your Steam Deck, you're going to want to make some settings changes before playing any games. Here are the things you should do first after getting your Steam Deck.

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Google’s fine print may cost your Fourth Amendment rights — Pennsylvania Supreme Court allows authorities to access your search history without a warrant

The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania ruled that police can access Google search results without a warrant, saying users consented by accepting Google’s privacy policy, thereby waiving Fourth Amendment protections and privacy rights.

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman claims 'AGI' might have already "whooshed by" — with surprisingly little societal impact compared to the hype that surrounds it

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says we might have already achieved AGI, whooshing by with no significant change in the world as expected.

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