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Jacob Roach / Digital Trends I know, I know. It sounds ridiculous. Preposterous. Antithetical. Apple sure isn’t going to make a gaming laptop, and the current range of Qualcomm-based Windows laptops aren’t exactly performers. But after doing some gaming on a MacBook Pro, I can’t help but fantasize about how excellent ARM-based gaming laptops could be — and how frustrating the current technology is right now. We may be a few years away, but a guy can dream, can’t he? The problem with gaming laptops Jacob Roach /…

HP Omen Transcend 14 MSRP $1,700.00 “HP's Omen Transcend 14 is an impressive first step into premium gaming laptops.” Pros Beautiful OLED display Solid aluminum body Excellent port selection Great CPU performance Cons Slightly behind in gaming Exclusively…

Keyboards are one of the main ways we interact with our PCs. So it can be especially problematic when they suddenly become unresponsive or locked. But if you're having trouble unlocking your keyboard, there's no need to panic. There are a number of solutions you can try before giving up and just buying a new keyboard. Let's explore your options for fixing this issue. Here's how to unlock a keyboard that's locked. Image used with permission by copyright holder Check USB dongles and…

The Google Chromebook is an excellent alternative to traditional PC setups, but some users may miss the look and feel of a Windows machine. If you’re the proud owner of a Chromebook, and yearn for the Microsoft OS experience, you’re in luck. Using a few simple tools, a couple of installs, and some patience, it’s actually not too difficult to get Windows 11 or 10 onto a Chromebook. The process involves several steps though, so we thought it best to build this guide to teach you how to safely and correctly…

A good place to search out some of the best laptop deals is Best Buy. It always has a lot of laptop models discounted from many of the best laptop brands. In fact, Best Buy is one of the best places to buy a laptop online specifically because of all of the great discounts that are always taking place. And right now is as good a time as any to shop laptop deals at Best Buy, as the retail giant has top models from Dell, HP, Lenovo, and even Apple discounted. We’ve rounded up what we think are the best Best Buy laptop…

Jacob Roach / Digital Trends The never-ending battle between AMD, Nvidia, and Intel doesn’t just involve their graphics cards — it also stretches to their respective upscaling solutions. It’s not all about performance, either, but also the number of games that support them. Microsoft aims to streamline and unify these upscalers, making it easier for game devs to add support for every GPU vendor. The main issue with having three different upscaling solutions lies not just in how well they all perform in relation to…

Fractal Building a mini-ITX PC can be an exciting challenge offering the promise of a compact, yet powerful computing solution. However, amid the excitement of assembling your system, it’s crucial to tread carefully and avoid common pitfalls that can derail your build. From compatibility issues to space constraints, navigating the intricacies of building a mini-ITX PC requires attention to detail and a keen eye for potential stumbling blocks. In this guide, we’ll explore the most common mistakes to avoid while…

Jacob Roach / DigitalTrends The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is the best CPU for gaming, and it’s incredibly efficient, which means for most PC users who aren’t looking to transcode video or create 3D renders, it’s the best CPU overall. As efficient as it is, though, you do still need to cool it, and if you want it to run cool and quiet, you need a relatively capable one. But which is best? You could just buy the best air cooler or AIO cooler available, and that will work absolutely fine. Really well, in fact. But you don’t…

Getty Images You probably spent a lot of time choosing or building your computer, and who wouldn’t? Especially if you’re a gamer, content creator, developer, or you work with AI. You want something suitably powerful to handle those tasks with ease. But while doing so, you might have forgotten to choose a top computer monitor. A model that includes high-resolution support, high frame rates, and an overall excellent design. Maybe you reused an old monitor. Or, perhaps you’d like to upgrade to a multi-monitor setup? …

Dell If you want to upgrade to a 4K monitor, the good news is you can get one for cheap from Dell. The 27-inch Dell S2721QS 4K monitor, which is already pretty affordable at its original price of $300, is down to just $230 following a $70 discount in a limited-time deal. There’s no telling when the offer expires and how long stocks will last, so if you want to make sure that you get this display for cheaper than usual, you’ll need to complete the purchase right now. Why you should buy the 27-inch Dell S2721QS 4K…