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Conspiracy theory or apt prediction? — The AI-fueled hardware shortage will kill local PCs, paving the way for subscription-based cloud computing

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
2025 saw RAM prices climb to obscene levels, with storage not far behind. It's only going to get worse, and there's not really an end in sight. Is there something going on besides a global AI buildout?

A still frame from Signs, in which the actors are wearing tinfoil hats.

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If your Xbox or ROG Ally is running hot or stuttering, disabling CPU boost is an easy fix that can make games feel noticeably better — here’s how to do it

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CPU Boost is useful for short tasks, but during gaming it can limit GPU power. Here is a guide on how to disable it and when it makes sense to do so.

An Xbox Ally X with cartoon arms drawn flexing behind it.

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Steam Deck's biggest competitor is now just $489 — Enjoy Xbox and PC titles on the go with this gaming handheld for Christmas

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The Xbox Ally, the Xbox spinoff of the critically-acclaimed ASUS ROG Ally gaming handheld, has received a 30% discount sale as part of Amazon's Super Saturday event.

Xbox Ally on its back with the default Windows background showing the ASUS ROG logo and the Xbox logo.

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The 15-inch Surface Laptop 7 with 32GB RAM and a 1TB SSD is 30% discounted — a rare deal as memory prices keep climbing

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Amazon's Super Saturday Deals sale has acquired a lucrative 30% discount on the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (15-inch), which we regard as one of the best Copilot+ laptops ever made for its excellent design, performance, and battery life.

Surface Laptop 7

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My top 14 handheld games I played in 2025 — Indies and AAA titles I recommend for Steam Deck, Xbox Ally X, Legion Go 2, and more

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Par : [email protected] (Rebecca Spear)
I played dozens of games on my handheld gaming PCs this year, but 14 of them stood out from the crowd. Here are my favorite games I played on handhelds this year.

Various video game characters coming out from an Xbox Ally X that is floating on a colorful background.

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Newegg launches fresh DDR5 RAM bundle discounts, giving PC builders a cheaper path to high‑speed memory — prices as low as $150 for 32GB

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
DDR5 RAM prices have reached a level where they're unaffordable for most sane buyers. There's still a small loophole that can help you pay last year's DDR5 prices, but it's closing fast. Here's what you need to know.

DDR5 RAM bundles

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

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
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

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

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Par : [email protected] (Rebecca Spear)
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."

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

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
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

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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?

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Par : [email protected] (Zachary Boddy)
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.

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

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
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).

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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

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)
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

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

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Par : [email protected] (Rebecca Spear)
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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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