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I've already published 58 reviews in 2025 — These are my top 10 favorite laptops, accessories, and other tech so far

Just over halfway into 2025, and I've already published 58 reviews. Here are my top 10 laptops, accessories, and other tech I tested (and loved) this year.

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This custom magnetic keyboard shows how "gaming" is becoming less of a category and more of a feature set

Keychron is expanding its Hall Effect magnetic keyboard line with a new 80% layout variant, another reminder that "gaming" doesn't mean the same anymore.

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More than my Switch or ROG Ally, a tiny tablet and mobile controller has been my favorite gaming handheld lately

I've believed in the potential of Android gaming handhelds for years, but had to make the best one myself with a tiny tablet and mobile controller.

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This gimbal-tracking webcam has TWO cameras and a great price — but it may not be "private" enough

The EMEET PIXY is a unique gimbal-tracking webcam with two camera sensors, and it's packed with features at an absurdly good price... but with some problems.

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I FINALLY got my hands on my most anticipated gaming laptop of 2025 — and it's a 14-inch monster

ASUS updated the ROG Zephyrus G14, its compact 14-inch gaming laptop, with new hardware for 2025, and I've gone hands-on before my full review.

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SteelSeries' latest wireless mouse is cheap and colorful — but is this the one to spend your money on?

The SteelSeries Rival 3 (Gen 2) Wireless is an entry-level, wireless gaming mouse with a colorful personality and good performance, but is it the best value?

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The Razer Blade 14 is amazing — but should "normal" people actually buy this ultra-premium gaming laptop?

The latest Razer Blade 14 is an incredible laptop, and it's also the company's best seller. Starting at $2,300, though, who should actually buy this device?

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This lightweight gaming headset is beautiful and sounds great — I just wish it were better outside of PCs

I've been using the Logitech G522 LIGHTSPEED wireless PC gaming headset for a few weeks, and have been impressed by its design and sound quality.

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I've been seeing the future through the best AR glasses yet — and there's a whole lot of XREAL there

I've been using the XREAL One Pro AR glasses, and they're hands-down the absolute best in the category right now. It's the future, but is it worth the cost?

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Especially with this redesign, I finally understand why the Blade 14 is Razer's best-selling gaming laptop

The Razer Blade 14 (2025) wraps a new generation of AMD and NVIDIA hardware in a thinner, lighter chassis, and it's a fantastic gaming laptop with lots of charm.

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I love that transparent technology is making a comeback — and one of the biggest gaming companies has joined the fun

Razer has dropped the Phantom Green Collection, a reimagining of some of its best PC gaming accessories with sleek, translucent green designs that I love.

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I finally built my first keyboard from scratch — thanks to Razer actually offering everything you need for the first time

Razer has finally released its highly customizable BlackWidow V4 75% as a standalone base, and I built my own keyboard to get the barest taste of what it's like.

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Razer sent me "gamer" snacks and a lamp — so I found out how they taste

Razer has deepened its partnership with Mars over the RESPAWN brand, and I got to taste test some of those snacks... and a lamp, I guess.

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Intel may be getting the spotlight, but this AMD gaming laptop still packs an impressive punch

The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) comes in Intel and AMD flavors, and the red version of this laptop boasts impressive performance in a comfy chassis.

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I've been loving the upgrade to my favorite mobile controller, and there's even a version for large tablets

I've been using the new Razer Kishi V3 Pro controller, and it's my favorite mobile gaming accessory made better than ever... and now it works with tablets.

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This tiny SSD can have up to 8TB of storage, and I could fit a dozen of them in my pockets

The Crucial X10 Portable SSD is one of the smallest I've used, but boasts absurd capacity. Up to 8TB of storage makes it a great high-speed external SSD option.

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I've been wanting an Android-powered iPad Mini for years, and this tablet is easily the best I've found

The Lenovo Legion Tab (Gen 3) is a small but mighty 8.8-inch Android tablet designed for mobile gaming, but it's also the best iPad Mini alternative I've used.

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If you need an ultra-secure 2-in-1 that can last all day and survive a tiger attack, I may have the laptop for you

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (Gen 10) Aura Edition is a slim, sturdy, and secure convertible Windows laptop that offers an excellent battery life... at a cost.

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This might be my least favorite gaming mouse of all time, but I still have to admit it's a good product

The ASUS ROG Spatha X is a hulking hunk of a mouse swarming in buttons and extras, and I personally don't like it. It's still a great gaming mouse, though.

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I may have found the ultimate monitor for conferencing and productivity, but it has a few weaknesses

The HP Series 7 Pro 34 WQHD Conferencing Monitor (734pm) combines an ultrawide display, Thunderbolt 4, and built-in conferencing hardware to great effect.

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I'm one of the first with the all-new Razer Blade 14, and this may be 2025's best 14-inch gaming laptop

Razer sent me a pre-production sample of the redesigned Razer Blade 14, and I've spent a few hours to see if this may be one of 2025's best 14-inch gaming laptops.

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HP OMEN MAX 16 (2025) review: The power and quality to compete with the big dogs

The HP OMEN MAX 16 (2025) is the most powerful gaming laptop HP has ever released, and it goes against the most premium laptops on the market. Does it succeed?

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The only keyboard I need for travel now is also Razer's first designed for macOS, but it has a weakness

I've been using the Razer Joro for a few weeks, and it's now my go-to keyboard for when I need to leave the house... But it's not quite a gaming keyboard.

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The tiniest and mightiest gaming mouse to grace my desk is just a little bit awesome

I've been using the tiny and mighty Razer Basilisk Mobile, a wireless gaming mouse designed for ultimate portability. It's awesome for those who want to downsize.

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My latest hands-on could be the best value AI laptop of the summer, but I still have questions

HP has announced the new OmniBook 5 laptops, and sent me a pre-production sample to test out this exciting, value-driving Snapdragon X device a little early.

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