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Don't fall for this Surface Pro 11 'deal' — I found three ways to get a Surface Pro for less

Don't be misled by "record low" labels. We found the Surface Pro 11 for significantly less than the prices being touted as all-time lows elsewhere.

Microsoft Surface Pro 11 with Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite

"Unprecedented high demand from the AI industry" — G.Skill succinctly addresses the cause of the DRAM shortage and spiking consumer prices

Consumer RAM prices have reached orbit of late due to rising DRAM costs, and G.Skill has addressed its community with an update as to exactly why its products are now so expensive.

G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo RGB

My 13 favorite tech things I reviewed this year — Many of these devices are on sale, and they make for perfect holiday gifts 2025

I reviewed dozens of tech this year, but there were a few devices that stood out from the others. Here are my favorite tech things from 2025.

A mini PC, drawing tablet, monitor, laptop, and desktop floating on a techy, circuit board background. A graphic in the shape of an ornament reads, "My favorite tech things."

NVIDIA plans to cut GeForce RTX production by up to 40% in early 2026 — Here's which graphics cards will be affected first

Another day, another blow dealt by AI. This time, it's a report out of China that NVIDIA plans to cut GeForce RTX GPU production by up to 40% in the first half of 2026.

ASUS TUF Gaming RTX 5070 Ti

“No stock!” shouts Samsung — as it reportedly doubles the price of DDR5 RAM for suppliers

Samsung reportedly doubled DDR5 contract prices, which will lead to higher costs for consumers shopping for RAM.

Upgrading laptop RAM

In a crowded tablet market, Lenovo’s Yoga Tab Plus Gen 1 finds its niche — but can an Android tablet actually replace my Windows laptop?

I've been using the Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus (Gen 1) instead of my usual laptop, and I've come away impressed by this hardware — but I'm going back to my laptop.

Image of the Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus (Gen 1) tablet.

Bluetooth 6 is about to be everywhere in 2026 — What is it, how is it better, and do you really need it?

Bluetooth 6 was introduced in September 2024, but it still remains a rare sight in our favorite tech. That's expected to change in 2026, and I have all the details you need to know right here.

Image of the Dell Bluetooth Travel Mouse (MS700).

Wavlink's new Thunderbolt 5 dock is way more affordable than the competition — it's now my favorite budget option if you need extra ports

Most Thunderbolt 5 docks I've tested so far retail for $400+, but Wavlink's new Thunderlight dock bucks the trend in a big way. Here's what you need to know, and why it's my new favorite TB5 dock for budget shoppers.

Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Thunderlight Dock

Seagate’s Astro Bot Limited Edition HDD combines reliable storage with playful design — here’s how it stacks up in our review

Seagate's Astro Bot-themed game drive is a limited edition HDD that works for PC, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. But is it worth buying for PC? Our review.

A hand holding the Seagate Astro Bot Limited Edition Game Drive in ftong of a colorful background.

OPINION: The Xbox Ally X handheld is too rough for me right now, but I see the vision — and I'm still extremely excited for Xbox's next-gen

The Xbox Ally X offers powerful handheld gaming, yet early setup issues, software problems, and what I call "jank" show it needs serious refinement before it can shine.

A closeup of the ROG Xbox Ally X's D-Pad, Xbox button, and joystick.

iPad Air deal highlights a tough truth — Microsoft still can’t match Apple’s tablet experience

A big iPad Air discount underscores how Apple still leads in tablet usability, even as Microsoft’s Surface Pro offers stronger productivity features.

Surface Pro 12-inch and iPad Air side-by-side

2025's ultimate portable AI laptop is now on sale for less than $550 — it's the perfect Christmas gift for travelling typists and students

The latest entry in Microsoft's critically-acclaimed Surface Pro laptop series has gotten an early Christmas 31% discount for a limited time, just in time for professionals looking for an affordable laptop to take on 2026.

Microsoft's Surface Pro 12-inch 1st Edition (2025) powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus processor.

The latest victim of AI-driven RAM price hikes — the cost of building your own laptop

Framework’s DIY laptops now cost more due to a 50% jump in DDR5 prices, showing how AI datacenters continue to squeeze consumer RAM supply.

Framework Modular Laptop

The cost of RAM has never been higher, making it a bleak time for PC building — Here's how to work around the price gouging while holiday shopping

RAM prices are completely out of control, making it tough to upgrade a PC. Whether you're hoping to buy for yourself or for your favorite PC gamer, I have some advice to help you avoid overpaying.

Upgrading RAM modules

This latest handheld gaming PC channels the spirit of one of my all‑time favorite smartphones, blending nostalgia with power

AYANEO makes some pretty wild portable gaming devices, and in 2026 it's going to be making its first phone. 15 years on, we're finally getting a spiritual successor to the Sony Xperia Play.

AYANEO Pocket Play gaming smartphone

ROG Ally makes a stronger case than Xbox Ally X as the handheld gift gamers should grab this holiday

There's no denying that the Xbox Ally X is expensive. If you still want a solid gaming handheld but don't want to pay that much for one, the original ROG Ally is the device to consider, not the Xbox Ally.

An ROG Ally with a winking face and a finger pointing to it and a Legion Go with a winking face and a finger pointing to it. Behind them is a wooden table with pine needles, pine cones, holly berries, and holiday lights.

AMD's FSR "Redstone" update is finally here, but it's not as straightforward as expected — Here's what you need to know

Promised to launch in 2025 at Computex, AMD has just made it under the wire to deliver an FSR "Redstone" update for its Radeon RX 9000 GPUs. It's all a bit confusing due to some name changes, but I can explain.

AMD Radeon

JerryRigEverything proves you absolutely need a case for your Xbox Ally X — and dbrand just discounted its Killswitch ultimate upgrade

JerryRigEverything's teardown of the ROG Xbox Ally X highlights its plastic construction, making a protective case like dbrand's discounted Killswitch a must-have.

dBrand ROG Ally Killswitch Thmbgrip

Beyond specs: how Dell Plus laptops are redefining the way we collaborate, create, and connect

Dell's laptops aren't just powerful and durable. Let's explore how Dell's ecosystem supporting each of its PCs helps achieve a more realistic work-life balance.

Dell laptops

It's the last day to grab this NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti below MSRP — price protection for Black Friday means you won't see a lower listing

NVIDIA's RTX 5070 Ti is an awesome GPU that can handle 4K gaming, and it's now below MSRP at Newegg with Black Friday price protection in place. Problem? The deal ends after today.

MSI Ventus 3X RTX 5070 Ti

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