Latest articles by Rebecca Spear
Alienware M18 R2 review: I review tons of laptops, and I've never seen one handle intensive graphics this well before — it's incredibly powerful
Review The Alienware m18 R2 is one of the most powerful gaming laptops on the market today. But is it worth buying? Our review. 👇
ASUS Zenbook 14 (UM3406) review: This ultraportable AI laptop wants to travel with you, and it's got insane battery life to do it
Review The ASUS Zenbook 14 (UM3406HA) is an AI PC with a focus on portability. It's got a fantastic OLED screen and long battery life, but is it worth buying? Our review.
How to increase ROG Ally VRAM to improve gaming handheld GPU performance
Memory to GPU ROG Ally users can change the system's VRAM reserve to increase gaming handheld performance. Here's how to do it.
ROG Ally plays better with AMD Fluid Motion Frames enabled, but only if other settings are adjusted — here's how to set up AFMF correctly on the gaming handheld
Improve frame rate AMD Fluid Motion Frames can improve ROG Ally performance, but only if specific other settings are disabled. Here's how to get the gaming handheld ready for AFMF.
Does Manor Lords play well on Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and Legion Go gaming handhelds? — Optimized graphics settings for the strategic city builder
Handheld play? I've been playing Manor Lords on Steam Deck and ROG Ally to determine whether or not it's a good playing experience. Here are the best settings to put the game to.
ROG Ally gaming handheld finally got a frame-boosting feature we've been waiting for
Major update ROG Ally is about to get a major new frame-rate enhancing feature that will enhance game performance. Learn all about it.
Steam Deck 2 FAQ: Everything we know about Valve's next-gen gaming handheld
Deck 2 Valve has stated it is working on a Steam Deck 2, which isn't surprising after the success of the original gaming handheld.
The most comfortable office chair I've ever used is getting even better built-in and adjustable lumbar support
Amazing chair A new version of my favorite gaming chair is available for preorder. Here's why it's the ideal office chair.
Is Manor Lords multiplayer?
Co-op? Manor Lords looks like Age of Empires in some ways, but does it offer multiplayer?
The best Steam Deck competitor drops to $399 — cheaper and more powerful than Valve's entry-level gaming handheld
Ally deal Thanks to this sale, the ROG Ally Z1 gaming handheld is currently a much better value than Steam Deck.
Ghost of Tsushima PC specs: Does my computer meet recommended system requirements?
System requirements Ghost of Tsushima was a major hit on PlayStation and now it's finally coming to PC, but can your computer handle it? Check out the minimum and recommended specs. 👇
This mini Xbox will make Gregorian chants drift from your Christmas tree this year
Original Xbox The holidays aren't for a few months, but Hallmark has already announced an amazing original Xbox Console ornament that lights up and makes sounds.
Best Fallout 4 settings for Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and Legion Go gaming handhelds
handheld optimization Fallout 4 is an excellent game to play on gaming handhelds as long as you have the right settings in place. Here are optimized settings for Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and Legion Go.
Adobe Premiere Pro is getting three new generative AI tools for easier video editing this year
Adobe Premiere Pro is getting new generative AI tools to help people of all skill levels edit videos a whole lot easier.
Manor Lords specs: Can my PC handle recommended system requirements?
System requirements Manor Lords minimum and recommended system requirements have been made public. Check to see if your computer can handle the game.
Lenovo management confirms that a Legion Go 2 handheld will be released with "even more features"
Next-gen Lenovo has reportedly confirmed a next-gen Legion Go gaming handheld will offer improved features from the original device.
Dell XPS 16 (9640) review: A gorgeous AI PC, but divisive design
Review Dell's XPS 16 (9640) is an absolutely gorgeous laptop with an Intel Core Ultra AI CPU and up to an NVIDIA RTX-40 Series GPU. It's pretty powerful but comes in a divisive design.
PC gamers are reportedly experiencing crashes and errors with Intel Core i9 CPUs, prompting returns
CPU crashing The 13th Gen and 14th Gen Intel Core i9 CPUs are reportedly causing crashes and errors when running PC games, which has led buyers to return them for alternative processors.
"It's like the gold rush. But it's probably going to come down in a couple of years, and then we'll just be refining the experience." AMD Senior Manager talks AI PCs and NPUs
Interview I spoke with AMD Senior Processor Technical Marketing Manager Donny Woligroski about AI PCs, NPUs, and what AMD sees happening in the future.
Minecraft: Bedrock Edition finally gets a feature PC players have had for over a decade
Permadeath Today, Minecraft announced that players of the Bedrock Edition will finally be able to check out the game's hardest mode, which is currently in testing.
Intel foundry sees $7 billion in losses and doesn't expect to break even until 2027
$7 billion loss Intel foundry unit reported $7 billion in losses which led to a share price drop of over 4%. According to Intel's CEO, these losses are partially due to a failure to switch to new machinery.
7 essential tech travel tips and preparation skills for your next trip
Tech travel tips Traveling with laptops, tablets, gaming handhelds, and other devices can be tricky. Here are the best tips and tricks to keep yourself safe and prepared for anything.
Intel shows how AI PCs have the potential to help humanity in ways we've never seen
Intel AI We're on the cusp of a huge shift in laptops thanks to the new AI abilities provided locally with Intel Core Ultra.
Best desktop PC accessories 2024: Get the perfect computer setup
Essentials To get the best experience out of your computer setup, you want to use the best PC accessories. Here are our top picks.
Intel explains the perks AI PCs provide to users including the upcoming ability to run Microsoft Copilot locally
AI PCs During an Intel AI Summit in Taipei this week, Intel executives explained that Microsoft Copilot will soon run locally on AI PCs, such as computers with an Intel Core Ultra processor.
