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My journey to NYC's mechanical keyboard mecca
Once a year keyboard nerds get together for a party in Queens, and I couldn't resist checking it out.
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Razer's new RGB mousepad is the shiniest mousepad ever
The Firefly V2 Pro uses a hard, frosted surface to spread its rainbow of LEDs all the way across your desk.
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PC maker offers a potential fix for crashing Intel CPUs
While Intel continues to investigate sporadic stability issues with its 14th gen and 13th gen, famed PC maker Falcon Northwest is offering stopgap advice for some.
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Logitech's new mouse summons AI with a button push
The Logitech Signature AI Edition M750 Mouse includes a dedicated AI key that launches a tool designed to quickly edit and rewrite text using ChatGPT.
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Gigabyte's 'Xtreme Ice' RTX GPU and motherboard will deck out your PC
These ridiculous components include tiny LCD screens, crystalized titanium covers, and gold. Just straight-up gold.
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CPU-FAN versus CPU-OPT on motherboards: What’s the difference?
You may notice a CPU OPT connector on your motherboard. Although its function appears clear at first glance, its exact function remains a mystery for many users.
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Razer Blackshark V2 Hyperspeed review: A headset with a very good mic
The Razer Blackshark V2 Hyperspeed is a wireless gaming headset with an ultra-lightweight design, crystal-clear microphone, and impressive battery life that also aims to inspire esports enthusiasts. But does it deliver what it promises?
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Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tip: Get 2 years of access for dirt cheap
Currently, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate costs $17 per month. But with this trick, you can get it at over 50 percent off for up to two years.
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How we test gaming mice at PCWorld
Choosing a gaming mouse can be a big decision, especially when some mice can cost over $150. That's why we evaluate every facet of a mouse, from design to comfort to button layout to customization and price — so you can easily land the right mouse for your gaming needs.
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Apocalypse, now streaming: Elgato debuts SPECIAL edition Fallout gear
Elgato's Stream Deck controller, Wave DX microphone, Wave XLR mixer, and Wave Mic Arm now come with Vault-Tec branding.
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This weird Asus motherboard with SO-DIMM slots is an abomination
One Twitter user found a motherboard that's sporting a shocking array of disparate parts, apparently installed at the factory.
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Logitech’s new gaming keyboard is tiny, optical, and expensive
The Logitech Pro X 60 is stylish and wireless, but it's also way more expensive than competitive models offering more features.
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Why a great gaming setup needs more than just a powerful PC
Gaming is a passion that requires the right setup. An optimized setup can not only improve the gaming experience, but also increase the chances of winning, and is simply more fun.
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Razer Blade 18 pairs a drool-worthy 4K display with Thunderbolt 5
Razer's latest Blade 18 laptop combines a 200Hz 4K panel with the first showing we've seen of Thunderbolt 5, all within a top-of-the line gaming laptop.
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Acer's new Helios and Nitro gaming laptops pack all the latest chips
Three new models come in 14-inch and 16-inch flavors, with the latest CPUs and some budget-minded graphics options.
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Windows 11 is holding gaming handhelds back
Windows handhelds currently cop a lot of flak from users for problems they face, which can largely be put down to the fact that Windows isn't optimized for the devices. So, will we soon see a dedicated version just for them?
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How to avoid buying a PC case that is too small or too large
Every detail counts when assembling a PC, but we often overestimate the space required. Not every powerhouse needs a colossal case — sometimes less is actually more.
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7 settings every PC gamer should tweak immediately
In this article, we show you how you can optimize your PC's gaming performance using Windows and UEFI settings — and introduce you to useful software that every gamer should have.
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Absurd deal! Get this $650 RTX-powered HP gaming laptop before it's gone
This HP Victus 15-inch laptop is definitely on the budget side, but a couple of cheap upgrades can seriously boost its value.
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Is a mainstream laptop good enough for gaming?
Is your standard mainstream laptop powerful enough for gaming? You'd be surprised by its capabilities.
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Get Outer Worlds for free, and every Fallout game for just $25
Today the Epic Games Store is offering The Outer Worlds for free, and every good Fallout game (plus Fallout 76) is in a super-cheap bundle at Fanatical.
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Oculink: The blazing-fast new tech enabling better external GPUs
Oculink is entering the interface market as a potential game changer. The technology promises to be a cost-effective and fast alternative to Thunderbolt.
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Ducky One III SF keyboard review: And it was all yellow
This keyboard has stylish, high-quality hardware, but stumbles at the finish line with average switches and possibly broken programming.
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Ads are coming to Discord, and gamers are already planning to block them
Discord's "Sponsored Quests" will give you digital goodies for streaming game sessions to your friends…but it's still targeted advertising.
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Razer's blazing-fast Basilisk gaming mouse is 43% off today
The Razer Basilisk V3 gaming mouse is wickedly fast and currently 43 percent off of the original price.
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SteelSeries Aerox 3 review: A perennial favorite among lightweight gaming mice
Despite its age, the SteelSeries Aerox 3 remains a top choice among gamers. Our test reveals how this lightweight mouse with its precise control and unique design continues to impress even years after its launch.
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Asus' Windows-based Steam Deck rival, the ROG Ally, drops to $399
If you like to game on-the-go, you've come to the right place. The Asus ROG Ally is $100 off at Best Buy right now.
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Score this RTX-powered Acer Predator gaming laptop for $800
Best Buy is offering deep discounts on multiple variations of the 16-inch Helios Neo laptop, with a carry sleeve thrown in to boot.
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What a $1,000 gaming laptop really gets you
If you're in the market for a budget-friendly gaming laptop, you've come to the right place. Here's what a $1,000 gaming laptop will get you.
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Can you play Dragon’s Dogma 2 on Steam Deck?
Dragon's Dogma 2 is barely playable on the Steam Deck natively, but thankfully there is a workaround!
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Nab this spacious SteelSeries gaming keyboard for just $35
The SteelSeries Apex 3 gaming keyboard is spacious, quiet, and $15 off right now.
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When should you upgrade your PC’s motherboard?
Choosing a new motherboard is a far-reaching decision when building a PC. It influences both the present and the future of system performance.
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Will's PC is crashing on Fortnite — let's fix it!
Will Smith's Core i9-powered gaming PC should be able to destroy Fortnite, but it's crashing consistently. He takes it into the PCWorld lab to nail down the issue.
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The Full Nerd: Nvidia shows off how AI NPCs can revolutionize gaming
Nvidia Product Manager Seth Schneider comes on the podcast to show off the company's ACE generative AI system for game devs.
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Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review: Small, thin, and impossibly mighty
The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is a pint-sized powerhouse. Its lightweight and compact design offers the kind of portability you'd expect from an ultrabook while its powerful hardware provides respectable grunt for gaming.
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Microsoft’s gaming chief says Windows is holding PC handhelds back
The head of Microsoft's game division, Phil Spencer, is signaling that Microsoft prefers an Xbox gaming handheld over one that runs Windows.
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Qualcomm: PC games should just work on Snapdragon X Elite
Qualcomm told game developers that most Windows games should just work on its Snapdragon X Elite chips, though multiplayer games appear to be a big concern.
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How to build a killer 1080p gaming PC for just $700
Looking to build your own 1080p gaming PC? Well, you can do it for just $712–here's how.
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PCWorld debates: Does Windows suck for handheld gaming?
There are now several Windows-powered competitors to the Steam Deck. Are any of them actually worth buying?
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Amazon's Big Spring Sale: The 25 juiciest tech deals I've found
Looking to save money on laptops, keyboards, monitors, docks, hubs, and more? Well, you've come to the right place.
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Why I won’t spend a fortune on a gaming microphone
It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking you need an expensive USB gaming microphone. But the truth is you can make even a cheap mic sound like a pro-grade device with a few smart settings tweaks. Here's how…
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Razer Blade 14 review: Still Razer’s most versatile gaming laptop
The new top-of-the-line Razer Blade 14 sports a Ryzen 9 8945HS chip and RTX 4070 GPU for year-on-year performance boosts.
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AMD's upgraded FSR 3.1 graphics offer a boost that even Nvidia users can enjoy
AMD has launched AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 3.1 (FSR 3.1) with improved graphics and an interesting twist: It can work with Nvidia's DLSS or Intel's XeSS frame-boosting technology, too.
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Good news! A gaming laptop can finally be your only laptop
You don’t have to choose between gaming performance and a lightweight, portable laptop.
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How we test keyboards at PCWorld
Here's how we procure, examine, test, evaluate, and finally score all the keyboards we review.
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Steam Family feature offers better sharing and parental controls
The redesigned layout for shared libraries and child options looks a lot like a streaming service.
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The tiny Asus ROG NUC desktop will have a huge price tag
Early European listings for the super-compact gaming machine have NUC fans feeling sticker shock.
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Hackers attack Apex Legends players in live tournament
Unofficial sources recommend that players in the Global Series tournament change their passwords or even perform a fresh OS install.
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AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT: Is the 16GB graphics card worth the money?
Find out whether the GPU with its 16GB graphics memory can justify its price.
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