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MSI Claw after more updates: nope, it’s still a dud

When I called the MSI Claw an embarrassment in my May 18th review, one commenter pointed out they’d gotten higher benchmark scores than me. Sure enough: MSI had pushed out new graphics drivers and BIOS updates between the time I benchmarked and the time we published. When I called the MSI Claw an embarrassment I’ve now tested those updates. In some of my tests, they’re better. In others, I…
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Lenovo announces its first 16-inch Legion gaming laptop

Lenovo has introduced its new flagship gaming laptop at IFA 2023, and it’s the first 16-inch model under the company’s Legion brand. Called the Lenovo Legion 9i, it’s powered by the 13th-gen Intel Core i9 processor and can be equipped with up to an NVIDIA…
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HP's first 16-inch Pavilion Plus laptop offers NVIDIA RTX graphics

HP’s Pavilion Plus lineup offers some of the best mid-range laptop models out there, thanks to features like 16:10 displays with slim bezels, good keyboards/touchpads and solid specs. Now, the company has released its first 16-inch model, the HP Pavilion Plus 16, offering a 16.5-inch 120Hz 2.5K display, along with the latest Intel Core i7 processors — and starting at $1,000. HP also…
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Apple's Mac Mini M2 falls back to $499

If you’re looking to up your Mac’s processing power by forking out $600, now’s your chance. Apple’s Mac Mini M2 is marked down 17 percent right now at B&H, dropping its price to $500. This is about the best price we’ve seen since it went on…
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The best MacBook accessories for 2023

The right accessories can make an old MacBook feel new again, or level up your experience with a brand new laptop. For example, a good wireless mouse can be more comfortable on your longest work days than your MacBook’s trackpad, and it’s always handy to have a few extra…
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Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M2 falls back to $1,099

Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air M2 is already more affordable than any other laptop the company has ever offered with this size of screen. Now, you can grab the 256GB model at Amazon for just $1,099 (in midnight and space gray), back down to the lowest price we’ve…
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Razer's Kishi V2 controller gets an Xbox edition with themed colors and more

Razer is releasing an Xbox Edition of its popular Kishi V2 mobile gaming controller. The device is available in two SKUs, for iPhone and Android phones, and brings plenty of Xbox-centric features into the mix. For instance, the controllers boast iconic Xbox branding and a white color-way to tie it all together. The Xbox integration isn’t just cosmetic. There’s updated companion software to…
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