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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i review: An underwhelming $899 laptop
Lenovo has helped launch Intel's Core Series 3 (Wildcat Lake) budget PC platform with a 15-inch laptop that underperforms its competitors and even other IdeaPads.
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BitLocker looks cooked, but don't panic (yet)
Windows' built-in BitLocker encryption system has a glaring YellowKey-shaped flaw that Microsoft hasn't fixed yet, but unless you're managing a fleet of BitLocker-encrypted company PCs there's no need to freak out.
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Best USB-C monitors 2026: 3 displays that excel at connectivity
USB-C displays elegantly combine two desktop mainstays — your monitor and a USB-C hub — for a less cluttered and more connected work environment.
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Your Android phone can play some Steam games. Here's how
GameHub lets Android users download and play Steam games locally—no streaming, no Steam Deck required, but with some caveats.
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Best Thunderbolt docks 2026: Extend your laptop’s capabilities
The best docking station for a laptop is a Thunderbolt dock. We frequently test Thunderbolt 4 and Thunderbolt 5 laptop docking stations, and we've collected the best desktop docks to use your laptop's Thunderbolt port.
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Does my writing sound like AI? Claude ranked my red flag habits
I thought em dashes were my worst AI-like writing crutch, but Claude pinpointed another culprit.
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Netflix is forcing users to link profiles to separate email addresses
According to screenshots on Reddit, some Netflix users are being asked to assign a separate email address to each profile on their account.
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Microsoft quietly sped up File Explorer in June's optional update
Microsoft's optional KB5095093 update speeds up File Explorer, fixes the address bar, and improves disk image performance.
Deal
Snag this 2-pack of ultra-fast 240W USB-C cables for just $15
Ugreen's 240W USB-C charging cable is down to $14.99 for two (40% off). That's ultra-fast charging for laptops, phones, and more, with one key caveat.
Deal
$500 off Lenovo's RTX 5070 OLED laptop with 32GB makes it hard to skip
The Lenovo Legion 5i gaming laptop with RTX 5070, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and 1600p OLED screen drops to $1,599 (was $2,099) at B&H.
Reviews
PDF Editify review: A simple browser PDF editor for quick, low-stakes jobs
PDF Editify makes browser-based markups and utility tasks easy, but it remains limited as a full document editor.
Deal
The best Prime Day OLED deal is still here: $315 for an Acer Predator monitor
Amazon's deal is gone, but Walmart is still matching the price on this 27-inch QHD monitor, for over $200 off the retail price.
Opinion
The $200 lie: Why nobody needs an expensive gaming mouse
50,000 DPI, an 8,000 Hz polling rate, and rising prices–modern gaming mice are technically impressive, but offer hardly any practical advantages. Why even professional gamers opt for significantly lower specifications.
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Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.
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'Free' World Cup streams are spreading scams, not soccer
Scammers are looking to make a quick buck during the world's biggest sports event—but not all online freebies are scams. Here’s how to tell the difference.
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Your old graphics drivers could be causing problems on your PC
DDU helps clean out hidden leftovers from old drivers that can cause crashes and instability.
Best Deals
Best mini PC deals: Top Intel and AMD picks for performance, gaming, and more
We're continually scouring the web to help you find the best deals on mini PCs this June. Currently on discount: GMKtec, Kamrui, and GEEKOM.
News Analysis
ChatGPT’s powerful GPT-5.6 models arrive, but not for you
While the wait continues for Claude Fable to return, OpenAI has released its most powerful models yet, but only in a “limited preview.”
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Best portable monitors 2026: Displays that go with you
For the ultimate in flexibility, a portable monitor lets you take your workspace with you, whether on a business trip, out in the field, or just relocating to another room.
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