Electrical engineering

A gaming PC is a big investment — and in the case of a gaming desktop PC, it can be a big piece of equipment, too. That’s why consulting a comprehensive gaming PC buying guide like this one is a great way to figure out what you need and where you should focus your budget. Between your graphics card, processor, RAM, and storage, there’s a lot to consider, but not all of it requires the same level of investment. That’s why we’re here to show you how to buy a gaming desktop. Putting together a gaming rig for the first…

Researchers have advanced brain-inspired computing using chiral magnets, significantly reducing energy use in machine-learning tasks. The research marks progress towards more sustainable and adaptable computing technologies. An artistic representation of connected magnetic skyrmions as a computational medium for brain-inspired, reservoir computing. Credit: Dr. Oscar LeeA new study led by researchers from UCL and Imperial College London has brought us one step closer to a form of brain-inspired computing that exploits the…

With the new year upon us, do you have any resolutions related to your PC? And no, I don’t mean cutting back on the time you spend gaming or buying an exciting new graphics card. I’m talking about the one thing most PC builders dread: cable management. There’s no better time to clean up the cabling in your PC, and while intimidating, the whole process should actually be pretty quick — not to mention beneficial to your computer. Here are some tips to help you sort out the cables inside your PC case. Pick up some…

In the ever-evolving landscape of computer hardware, storage interfaces play a crucial role in determining the speed, efficiency, and overall performance of storage devices. Two primary contenders in this arena are SATA (Serial ATA) and PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express). Understanding the differences, advantages, and limitations of these interfaces is essential for users looking to make informed decisions about their storage solutions. Here’s how to distinguish the two storage options by size, speed,…

It’s been hard to avoid OLED among the best gaming monitors this year. What started as a trickle of OLED late last year turned into a flood of OLED this year, with every major monitor brand jumping in on the OLED hype. And now that we’re closing out the year, I can see why. OLED has made playing PC games so much better this year. We finally have great HDR on PC, super low response times, and panel tech, making the monstrous monitors we’ve grown to love much more practical. HDR that works Jacob Roach / Digital Trends…

Tesla / Tesla You may be familiar with the concept of wireless charging for your phone — but what if you could wirelessly charge your electric car? Well, it seems like that concept may not be all that far-fetched. In fact, Tesla chief designer Franz von Holzhausen announced in a video with Jay Leno about the Cybertruck that Tesla is working on an inductive charger for the home. Now, of course, this is Tesla we’re talking about. The company noting that it’s “working” on something like this could mean that it’s coming…

Choosing the best CPU cooler for your next build isn't easy. Between liquid and air options, a variety of different form factors, and differences in performance, it's important to choose a cooler that will keep your processor at a reasonable temperature. There is no one-size-fits-all option. To help narrow down your search, we've compiled a list of CPU coolers that will keep every processor nice and cool, including some of the top CPUs. Noctua / Amazon Noctua NH-D15 The best CPU…

Jesse Hollington / Digital Trends If you’re like most Apple fans, you probably have multiple devices you need to keep powered up on a near-daily basis. From your iPhone 15 Pro, Apple Watch Series 9, and AirPods Pro to a MacBook Pro, there’s always something calling for some extra juice. At one time, keeping all of your device’s power requirements satisfied required an octopus-like collection of cables at your desk. Thankfully, wired charging has changed the game, helping to reduce some of that by letting you dock…

Chris and Julie Ramsey in their Nissan EV after arriving at the South Pole. Chris and Julie Ramsey A couple from Scotland has completed an epic pole-to-pole drive in an electric vehicle (EV) in what’s believed to be a world first. Chris and Julie Ramsey began their 18,000-mile (29,000-km) ride 10 months ago. In achieving their ambitious goal the pair crossed 17 countries in North and South America before arriving in recent days at the South Pole. The Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE EV that got them there was modified with…

TCL If curved monitors do not satisfy your need for immersion, then TCL might have something for you. The company has come up with the world’s first dome-shaped display, essentially creating a monitor that is curved at the edges horizontally as well as vertically. Announced at DTC 2023 in Wuhan, China, the 31-inch display uses an OLED panel type with a 4K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. TCL believes that this unique concave-style monitor offers a 3D-like experience while gaming. The company hasn’t shared full…