PCWorld
I took control of Windows startup and sped up my PC in seconds
This simple change makes a huge difference!
2 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Does reinstalling Windows really boost performance? Let's bust a PC myth
Will did some testing on a year-old “dirty” Windows 11 installation versus a fresh one. The results will shock you, for real.
2 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14: A delightful Al Chromebook
Sleek Chromebook with an OLED screen and a fresh MediaTek chip.
8 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Lorex 2K Wi-Fi Lightbulb Camera: A home security twofer
If you can screw in a lightbulb, you can install Lorex's new combo light and home security camera.
6 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
AI can easily impersonate you. This trick helps thwart scammers
A special phrase can keep your friends and family from losing money.
2 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
‘Vibe coding’ your own apps with Al is easy! 7 tools and tricks to get started
Want to code your own scripts and apps using Al? Here’s some guidance to get you started off on the right foot.
6 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Turn off this feature! Facebook wants your phone's private photos
Facebook is asking users for permission to automatically upload private, unpublished images for cloud processing.
1 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Microsoft's Copilot+ gamble is a bust. But AI PCs still feel inevitable
Will Copilot+ PCs become ubiquitous? Probably. But when is still the question.
7 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Crucial X10: A killer portable SSD that's tiny, fast, and weatherproof
We love this tiny, weatherproofed drive's overall performance and that it can fit 8TB of storage in such a small form factor.
3 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Airrobo PC10 robotic pool cleaner: An effective low-budget cleaning option
This bot won't break the bank, but it won't pick up all the debris in your pool, either.
3 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
RENTERS, REJOICE! 8 EASY SMART HOME UPGRADES THAT WON'T LEAVE A TRACE
RENTING? CHECK OUT THESE APARTMENT-FRIENDLY SMART DEVICES, FROM SMART SPEAKERS AND LIGHTS TO VIDEO DOORBELLS AND WATER LEAK DETECTORS.
6 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Was your data stolen in the AT&T breaches? You may be entitled to money
Those who suffered financial losses qualify for higher payments.
1 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
The big lesson from the huge security flaw in Brother printers
Overlooking a step during setup can leave you vulnerable to hackers.
1 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Google Gemini is coming for your private apps. Here's how to stop it
Starting July, Google's Al assistant Gemini will have access to even more apps on your device—even if you don't actually use it.
2 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x: Snapdragon laptops become more affordable
It's the cheapest Copilot+ PC I’ve seen yet—assuming you don’t count sale prices.
9 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
GPUs are too expensive and too hard to find—here’s the proof
Gamers Nexus investigated prices and availability for all the current graphics cards from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel. The results are depressingly predictable.
2 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
ChatGPT can plan your dream getaway—if you know how to ask
ChatGPT can create itineraries, compare connections, and give you insider tips. Here's how to use the Al correctly for holiday planning.
4 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Nintendo Switch 2: A worthwhile upgrade, just not a big leap
A smart upgrade with better graphics and faster load times, but its weaker battery, LCD screen, and high price suit hardcore fans more than casual players.
10 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
GOT COMCAST OR SPECTRUM INTERNET? NOW'S A GREAT TIME TO THREATEN YOU'LL CANCEL
CABLE COMPANIES ARE DESPERATE TO RETAIN THEIR INTERNET CUSTOMERS. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THEIR INSECURITY AND DEMAND A BETTER DEAL WHILE YOU CAN.
4 min |
August 2025
PCWorld
Windows 10 gets an extra year of free security updates (with a catch)
You'll have to turn on Windows Backup or redeem some of those unused Bing rewards points. But Windows 10 is getting a stay of execution.
2 min |
August 2025
Macworld
HYPERJUICE QI2 3-IN-1 AND 2-IN-1 MAGNETIC CHARGING STAND: CUTE, SMART, AND POWERFUL
There are plenty of 3-in-1 magnetic chargers that cater to all your Apple portable device needs, charging iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch.
2 min |
August 2025
Macworld
How to record and transcribe voice calls on your iPhone
Starting in iOS 18.1, with supported models and languages, you can record only or record and transcribe voice calls.
3 min |
August 2025
Macworld
30 years ago, Apple fans met the Mac clone. This is the weird, wild story
Three decades later, the legacy of Apple's weird decision is still with us.
5 min |
August 2025
Macworld
POWERPHOTOS 3: TIME-SAVING APPLE PHOTOS TOOL FOR POWER USERS ON THE MAC
Since its first appearance in 2015, PowerPhotos (fave. co/3XpwB4p) continues to offer features Apple doesn’t provide in Photos for macOS, making PowerPhotos a must-have for people who want to get the most from Apple’s app.
4 min |
August 2025
Macworld
CALDIGIT THUNDERBOLT 5 ELEMENT 5 HUB: EASILY OUR TOP-RATED THUNDERBOLT 5 HUB/MINI DOCK
The CalDigit Element 5 Hub is the successor to the company’s award-winning Thunderbolt 4 Element Hub, replacing the Thunderbolt 4 (TB4) ports with the double-speed Thunderbolt 5 (TB5) and even squeezing in an extra USB port for good measure.
5 min |
August 2025
Macworld
AQARA CAMERA HUB G5 PRO: SECURITY CAMERA THAT WORKS WITH APPLE HOME
In recent years, Aqara has been one of the few manufacturers of security cameras that still supports HomeKit for Apple devices—even when Apple itself seems to have dropped the term “HomeKit” and now tends to just say that a camera “works with Apple Home” (referring to the Home app on your Apple devices).
4 min |
August 2025
Macworld
I really want to switch to a MacBook Pro. Here's why I'm waiting till next year
The M6 MacBook Pro is looking like the biggest MacBook Pro upgrade in years.
4 min |
August 2025
Macworld
How 30 years of chip transitions paved the way for the spectacular Apple Silicon era
Apple's preparing to close the books on the third chip transition in Mac history.
6 min |
August 2025
Macworld
Apple’s latest gaming efforts won't move the needle
If Apple wants gamers to take the Mac seriously, it’s going to need to do a lot more.
6 min |
August 2025
Macworld
UPERFECT DELTA MAX TOUCH: ADJUSTABLE FOLDING DUALSCREEN 18.5-INCH HD PORTABLE MONITOR
External displays can transform a MacBook into a workable desktop setup, freeing the laptop user from the constraints of the smaller screen—even the spacious 16-inch display.
9 min |