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Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Intel’s latest chip update is a step in the right direction

BIOS updates are slowly starting to roll out for Intel's best CPUs, and for once, it seems like good news.
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A modular supercomputer built to birth AGI could be online by next year

The first node of the network is expected to come online in September.
The back of a blue iMac on a white desk.

The iMac Pro may not be completely dead, and that thrills me

A new report says that Apple aims to bring back the iMac Pro. We shouldn’t get too enthusiastic, though, as it might still be years away from launching.
Someone using Paint 3D on a tablet with a stylus.

Microsoft is axing this seven-year-old Windows app

According to a banner that's appeared in-app, Paint 3D won't be available in the Microsoft Store starting on November 4 of this year.
Lenovo Yoga 9i Gen 8 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Best Lenovo laptop deals: Save on Yoga and ThinkPad laptops

If you need a new laptop, you should take advantage of Lenovo's discounts. There are loads of Lenovo laptop deals out there, so we've gathered our top picks.
Apple M1 MacBook Air open on a desk with plants in the background.

Best Buy laptop deals: Cheap laptops starting at $179

Best Buy is one of the best places to buy a laptop online, and with these Best Buy laptop deals it's one of the best places to save on a new laptop as well.
CPU pads on the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X.

Millions of AMD chips are being ignored in major security flaw fix

A major security flaw impacting hundreds of millions of AMD CPUs is making the rounds, but AMD won't be patching all of the affected processors.
An SSD installed in a PC motherboard.

SSD buying guide: how to pick the right SSD for your needs in 2024

Buying the right SSD can be a little tricky, but we're here to make it easier. Check out our tips to pick the best SSD for your PC.
Avira Prime antivirus is shown on a PC monitor.

I tried a new antivirus software, but it was more expensive than it was worth

I reviewed Avira antivirus software and compared the free, basic, and advanced protection plans to find out which is best for you.
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Intel’s downfall hurts everyone

Intel is having a really rough time right now, but it's bad news for CPUs as a whole if the company fails.
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How to use Gemini AI to write anything in Google Docs

Gemini AI is revolutionizing the way we create content within Google Docs. Here's how to get the most out of your $20/month writing assistant.
A close up of a MacBook Pro against a white background.

These 8 apps will transform your Mac into something much more powerful

Bored of doing repetitive tasks on your Mac? Give these apps a try. They’re all expertly made to automate work in macOS, saving you a bunch of time and hassle.
Google Pixelbook Go Chrome OS

Chromebooks lost their chance to shine

Chromebooks did efficient, long-lasting laptops long before Apple and Microsoft, but now they're being left behind.
A MacBook Pro sitting on a desk with the time displayed on its monitor.

Best Buy is having a huge MacBook sale this weekend — save $500

Best Buy is having a massive Apple sales event, and both the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro received some amazing markdowns!
A MidJourney rendering of a student and his robot friend in front of a blackboard.

GPTZero: how to use the ChatGPT detection tool

ChatGPT and AI text is a plagiarism problem at schools, but GPTZero is here to help detect if a document has been written by a human or a machine.
A man uses a WD My Passport external hard drive alongside his laptop.

Best external hard drive deals: Portable SSDs, game drives & more

We've collected some of the best external hard drive deals available to suit a wide range of budgets and needs, so come check out what's on offer.
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Best 3D printer deals: Start printing at home for $159

If you're looking to dive into the world of 3D printing, read on: We've got the best 3D printer deals right here.
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Don’t call it boring — this printer was an absolute joy to use

I reviewed HP's Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw to find out if this affordable color laser printer has good quality and long-term value.
The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X between two finger tips.

This new feature may give new AMD chips a 21% gaming boost

If you have an MSI motherboard, you might be able to give your latest Ryzen CPU quite a boost in gaming through memory overclocking.
The Netgear Nighthawk AXE11000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Router on a table.

Best router deals: Save on mesh networks and Wi-Fi 6 routers

We've collected the best wireless router deals for a variety of budgets and needs, so come check out what's on offer. We have it all put together for you.
Android 15 logo on a Google Pixel 8.

This rumored Android 15 feature could turn your tablets into PCs

Information has been circulating about a heavily improved Android desktop mode that allows you to use your tablet like a mini desktop PC.
A person using tweezer to swap keys on the Keychron Q3 QMK/VIA Mechanical Keyboard.

You can grab a Keychron mechanical keyboard for $85 with this deal

Unleash your inner scribe with the Keychron Q3 QMK/VIA Mechanical Keyboard, now on sale at Woot for only $85. This is a limited time offer.
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Best home internet deals: AT&T, Spectrum, Optimum and more

Find the right internet service for your home. Here are the best home internet deals to help you enjoy faster speeds and save cash.
Doom Eternal running on an Alienware x14 R2.

The 14-inch Alienware R2 gaming laptop is $500 off today

It’s time to save big on one of the best gaming laptops for 2024! Take $500 off the Alienware x14 R2 Gaming Laptop when you order through Dell.
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iMac deals: New, renewed and refurbished iMac computers

If you want an all-in-one MacOS computer and also want to save some cash, we've got the latest iMac deals right here.
The Dell G16 7630 gaming laptop on a white background.

Dell’s G16 gaming laptop just dropped under $1,000

You can buy the ever popular Dell G16 gaming laptop with RTX 4060 for a steal of a price at Dell right now.
The third-generation Lenovo ThinkPad T14 laptop on a white background.

This Lenovo ThinkPad is usually $2,499 — today it’s $729

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 is on clearance! Purchase the popular workplace laptop directly through Lenovo and spend only $730 while supplies last.
ChatGPT results on an iPhone.

ChatGPT can now generate images for free using Dall-E

OpenAI's Dall-E 3 image generator is now available to use for free, but with some restrictions.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D held between fingertips.

AMD’s last-gen CPU is still the king of gaming

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9700X is impressive, but it can't dethrone the legendary Ryzen 7 7800X3D when it comes to gaming.
Microsoft Word purchase page on a MacBook.

How to download Microsoft Word

Want to start creating documents like articles, essays, and reports? Here’s how to download Microsoft Word on your computer and mobile device.
Google DeepMind's robot ping pong player takes on a human.

Watch Google DeepMind’s robotic ping-pong player take on humans

Researchers at Google DeepMind have created an AI-powered robot capable of sustaining a rally against ping-pong players of varying abilities.
A person using a laptop with a set of code seen on the display.

You may be a victim in one of the worst data breaches in history

Sensitive data such as social security numbers, addresses, phone numbers, and more leaked in a huge data breach of 2.9 billion records.
The Surface Laptop 7th Edition on a white table.

9 best laptops of 2024: tested and reviewed

Looking for the best laptops to buy in 2024? We've tested and reviewed top laptops, Chromebooks, and MacBooks to help you choose.
Windows Update running on a laptop.

This Windows Update exploit is downright terrifying

A new tool called Windows Downdate can trick your PC into thinking that it's fully patched, all the while exposing you to dangerous vulnerabilities.
Senior Editor, Computing

Luke Larsen is a Senior Editor at Digital Trends and manages all content covering laptops, monitors, PC hardware, and everything else that plugs into a computer. Luke joined Digital Trends in 2017 as a native Portlander, happy to join a media company that called his city home. His obsession with technology is in observing the ebb and flow of how technological advancement and product design intersects with our day-to-day experience of it. From digging into the minute details to stepping back and seeing the wider trends, Luke revels in telling stories with tech.

Before working at DT, he worked as Tech Editor at Paste Magazine for over four years and has bylines at publications such as IGN and The Oregonian. When he’s not obsessing over what the best laptop is or how Apple can fix the Mac, Luke spends his time playing designer board games, quoting obscure Star Wars lines, and hanging with his family.