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Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Low-Profile TKL 8KHz Review: The thin green line of speed tuned for pro‑level play

The Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Low-Profile Tenkeyless 8KHz is an esports powerhouse crammed into an ultra-slim chassis. Featuring lightning-fast low-profile optical analog switches, 8,000Hz polling, and browser-based Synapse Web control, it sets a new gold standard for work and play.

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I spent time with the August Windows 11 Insider builds, and these 8 changes reveal Microsoft’s next phase for the OS

The latest Windows 11 Insider builds for the first half of August bring a major context menu redesign, better recovery networking, new personalization options, and a few notable features get axed from the OS.

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5 more must-have Windows 11 apps — this time from Reddit and our readers

Upgrade Windows 11 with these reader-recommended apps for scheduled dark mode, advanced volume mixing, seamless cross-platform file transfers, and taskbar shortcuts.

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I used to use the stock Windows 11 Media Player to rip CDs but it's such a letdown now — here's what I started using instead

I used to just rip CDs using the stock Media Player app on Windows 11, but after a while away from it, boy, is it a letdown. But I found the app I should have been using all along.

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Crucial dodges SSD warranty claim, says "our inventory is depleted" — Consumers are being ignored as record profits roll in for memory and storage makers

As memory and storage makers make the pivot to AI customers and rake in record profits, regular consumers are being denied proper warranty claims for faulty RAM and SSDs. Is there any recourse?

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"Market response has far exceeded our expectations" — ASUS can't make enough laptops with RTX Spark ahead of their expected Q4 launch

ASUS unveiled new ProArt P14 and P16 laptops powered by NVIDIA RTX Spark at Computex, and they're expected to launch in Q4 2026. However, demand from retail partners has been much higher than expected.

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Microsoft is ditching the COPILOT function in Excel before it even launches

You will no longer be able to use the COPILOT function in Excel after September 14, 2026. Here is why Microsoft is retiring the preview feature and what it means for your spreadsheets.

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Cherry MX built the mechanical keyboard, but Hall Effect, optical, and Topre switches are changing the game — Here's how to pick the right one

Keyboard switch technology is advancing quickly, and what were niche topics just a couple of years ago are now mainstream. That's making it tougher to buy the right keyboard for your needs, but this guide explains different switch types as well as who they're best suited for.

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I tested a CPU cooler that looks like a V8 engine — and this air-powered monster performs like one, too

Cooler Master's V8 ACE 3DHP CPU air cooler includes extra heatpipes within an incredibly dense heatsink, and it comes at a cost that just might be worth it.

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Microsoft confirms that it will begin shipping major Windows 11 Taskbar and Start menu updates very soon: Big OS update enters final preview phase before public rollout begins

The ability to move and resize the Taskbar, as well as customize the size and layout of the Start menu should begin rolling out imminently, if the latest Windows 11 preview builds are anything to go by.

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The big Xbox exclusivity debate: SHOULD Fallout 5 and The Elder Scrolls 6 be Xbox console exclusive?

With Xbox CEO Asha Sharma teasing the next Elder Scrolls subtitle, debate is heating up across social media about whether or not Xbox should make it exclusive. What do you think?

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ChatGPT adds Windows 11's most hated feature to Mac — Will the backlash be the same this time around, or has OpenAI taken the right approach?

OpenAI just announced a new feature called ChatGPT Computer History for macOS, and it looks a lot like the reviled Windows Recall feature that was delayed after intense backlash from the Microsoft community. Here's how ChatGPT's version compares (and why you might want to stay away from it).

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The Xbox One S is the best value ticket to saying "no" to streaming services and going all-in on physical media

As we're led into a digital future where we'll own nothing, what about ignoring it and buying movies on Blu-ray again. Where the old Xbox One S remains an excellent value 4K UHD Blu-ray player.

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Hogwarts Legacy is getting a sequel — Warner Bros. confirms a follow-up to the best-selling Harry Potter game that took the wizarding world by storm in 2023

In a recent open letter to shareholders, Warner Bros. casually announced they are making a sequel to Hogwarts Legacy, a popular open-world RPG based on the iconic Harry Potter franchise.

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV has been delayed by two months — to polish its gameplay for the fans who have waited almost a decade

KING Art has announced that Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, the long-awaited sequel to the fan-favorite Dawn of War RTS series, has delayed its release date so the developers have more time to polish it to its best possible launch state.

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Limited Edition Gears of War: E-Day Xbox controllers have been revealed, and they're some of the sickest-designed Xbox gamepads I've seen in ages

To get players hyped up for Gears of War: E-Day more than they already are, Xbox has revealed new limited-edition Gears of War: E-Day-inspired Xbox controllers, which are now available for pre-ordering.

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Atlus is interested in remaking the PlayStation One-era Persona games, something that, after waiting for many years, I hope finally happens on Xbox and PC

In a recent interview with GamerBrave, Atlus was asked if it had plans to remake the first two games in its world-renowned Persona franchise, and Atlus' answer gives me hope we may finally see the games that gave birth to this series no longer be neglected.

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Microsoft Edge’s new sign-in option is a quiet admission of defeat on mobile

You will soon be able to sign into Microsoft Edge with an Apple account. The feature lets iPhone users sync bookmarks and history without needing a Microsoft account.

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Razer Naga V3 Pro review: The ultimate modular MMO/MOBA gaming mouse built for serious players

The Razer Naga is getting a big V3 refresh, and it's absolutely spectacular. A parade of enhancements and refinements makes this the default premium mouse for MMO, MOBA, RTS, and other high-demand games.

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Xbox CTO shares an explanation of Xbox Live's recent down time, in a refreshing display of transparency

Scott Van Vliet, the CTO of Xbox, shared more details on what went wrong during Xbox's recent major outage, what's been done to fix it, and what Microsoft's plans are for what comes next.

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I used the two best new $699 Windows laptops to see which one you should buy — Does Acer's Swift Air 14 beat Dell's awesome XPS 13?

Dell's XPS 13 and Acer's Swift Air 14 are two new premium-but-budget laptops that start at $699. They're great options for any value shoppers, but which one is best? I break down design, display, performance, battery, and more to help you make the right decision.

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As Australia forces Xbox to make you reveal your age, it's also gone back to banning games again

Australia's strict censorship regulations have forced Xbox players to verify their accounts to access apps and 18+ games, while at the same time banning an upcoming horror game based on the iconic Halloween franchise.

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I went hands-on with this portable and compact gaming PC case — and now I'm planning my first mini ITX build

Cooler Master surprises me with a compact, airflow‑centric PC case that suits a portable gaming rig more than perhaps anything else — and it's a bargain at $55.

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I've avoided OLED screens for a while, but this ASUS ROG Strix gaming monitor is convincing me to finally switch

OLED finally wins me over, as the ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQWMS delivers amazing contrast with a glossy 4K panel and intelligent screen-protection features.

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Microsoft is updating even more parts of the Windows 11 UI with modern designs: Here's what's next on the list of overhauls

Everything from the Start menu to legacy File Explorer dialogs are being rewritten with WinUI in the coming months. This is what to expect.

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