How to save your data from Google’s purge of inactive accounts
Google is about to begin deleting inactive Google accounts, meaning you could lose valuable data. Here's what you need to do to keep your account.
Graphics terms every PC gamer should know
There are dozens of graphics terms PC gamers need to keep track of. We rounded them up so you know what to look for while playing games.
The best all-in-one PC Cyber Monday deals available now
If you're looking for some savings on the way to a new all-in-one PC, these Cyber Monday deals will get you there.
All the best Walmart Cyber Monday laptop deals happening now
Walmart is a great place to shop for cheap laptops. We've picked out the best deals during Walmart's Cyber Monday sale.
11 Best Buy Cyber Monday laptop deals you can’t afford to miss
The Best Buy laptop deals are going to expire soon, so if you want to grab a cheap gaming or work laptop, you should act quickly.
I’m finally ready to stop recommending Apple’s cheapest MacBook
I’ve recommended the M1 MacBook Air for years, but that’s no longer the case. Which Apple laptop should you get instead, and why have I changed my mind?
Watch out: Google Drive may have lost months of data
Cloud storage is often thought to be one of the safest options for backing up your data, but users are reporting issues with Google Drive.
The best VR headsets for 2023
We've rounded up a list of the best VR headsets from Meta, Sony, HTC, Pimax, and more to help you find your perfect path to virtual reality.
Acer Cyber Monday sale: Gaming laptops, monitors and more
If you need a new office laptop, gaming laptop, or monitor, you should get an Acer from the available Cyber Monday deals so that you can pocket huge savings.
Nvidia is ‘no longer a graphics company’
Nvidia is an AI company more than it's a graphics company, and apparently that was an intentional shift from within the company.
Alienware’s 34-inch gaming monitor is $800 for Cyber Monday
Alienware makes some solid high-end gaming monitors, such as this 34-inch QD-OLED, and you can grab it for a discounted price of $800.
Tech YouTuber files lawsuit accusing Casetify of copying case designs
Zack Nelson of popular YouTube channel JerryRigEverythng has launched a lawsuit with dbrand accusing Casetify of copying their case designs.
Why the latest rival handheld still can’t beat the ROG Ally
The Lenovo Legion Go is one of the most impressive handhelds we've seen, but further testing reveals it exhibits some strange behavior compared to the ROG Ally.
I’m worried about the future of the Microsoft Surface
2023 has been a hard year for Microsoft's Surface, and it's left the PC brand with an uncertain future.
This MacBook Air is still at its Black Friday price of $750
The Apple MacBook Air M1 with a 256GB SSD is still available from Best Buy for its Black Friday price of $750 after a $250 discount, but probably not for long.
These are the rules I live by when optimizing PC game performance
Optimizing the performance and image quality of PC games isn't easy, but these simple rules can steer you in the right direction.
This simple app changed how I use my Mac forever
Copying and pasting in macOS seems pretty basic, but there’s one Mac app that gives it such a huge boost that Apple should really sit up and take notice.
I’m a laptop reviewer. Here’s why I still use a laptop from 2021
I keep going back to a laptop I purchased in 2021, even as I continue to review solid alternatives. My Apple MacBook Pro 14 from 2021 remains my favorite.
My kid needed a new portable charger, so I bought myself this instead
My teenager needed a new portable battery charger, so I gave her my old one and bought myself the futuristic Prime Power Bank from Anker instead.
How to uninstall McAfee
Preinstalled antivirus software got you down? Never fear. With a few clicks, we can help you get rid of McAfee for good, so you can install something better.
What is OpenAI Q*? The mysterious breakthrough that could ‘threaten humanity’
This mysterious AI project may have been the reason for firing OpenAI Sam Altman. Is it really that big of a deal?
Holy smokes! This 32-inch WQHD monitor is $200 for Black Friday
The Acer EI322QUR curved gaming monitor, featuring a 31.5-inch display with WQHD resolution, is on sale for an affordable $200 from Amazon for Black Friday.
This 15-inch Acer laptop is $189 in Amazon’s Black Friday sale
The Acer Aspire 1, a budget laptop with a 15.6-inch Full HD screen, is currently even cheaper from Amazon's Black Friday laptop deals following a $41 discount.
This McAfee antivirus deal is so good it could possibly be a mistake
Amazon has a huge discount on McAfee Total Protection 2024 so you pay just $20 for a year's protection for up to 5 devices. Here's why you need to buy.
This Alienware gaming laptop is $450 off for Black Friday
The Alienware m16 is a perfect all-rounder gaming laptop with an excellent deal on it from Dell.
Zotac has the ultimate GPU Black Friday deals for gamers and creators
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If you want access to DLSS 3 with relatively low prices, then the RTX 4060 and RTX 4070 are great, and Zotac's versions have some great deals on them.
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3 easy ways to quickly improve Fortnite performance
Getting good performance in Fortnite is important if you want to be competitive. Here are the best ways to boost your frame rate to help you win more often.
This KTC G27P6 gaming monitor proves great PC visuals don’t have to be expensive
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This KTC gaming monitor is available at a super crazy discount for Black Friday with industry-leading features. Come take a look.
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Best Thanksgiving deals: PS5, TVs, Nintendo Switch, and more
We've tracked down all the best Thanksgiving deals with some big discounts on the best tech. Take a look to find the best offer for you.
This might be why the RTX 4090 is getting so expensive
Prices have been rising for Nvidia's RTX 4090 over the last several weeks, and we might finally have an explanation as to why that's the case.
Gamers, GIGABYTE has the power you need: 4K monitor or 40 Series laptop
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The GIGABYTE Black Friday deals available on its 4K monitor and 40 Series GPU laptops are excellent. Do not miss out if you like power and portability.
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Razer Cyber Week deals start now: Save big on gaming gear, gaming laptops, more
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The Razer Cyber Week deals start now and run through most of November. It's time to save on gaming peripherals, Razer Blade laptops, and more.
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This is one of my favorite Windows laptops. But can it beat the MacBook Air?
The Asus Zenbook 14X OLED and Apple MacBook Air 15 are both great laptops. But the MacBook enjoys Apple's quality design and incredible battery life.
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.