Windows 11 version 25H2, the next major feature update for Microsoft’s operating system, started rolling out in waves on September 30. Despite being categorized as an “enablement update,” the scope of the changes is considerable. The basic architecture remains identical to version 24H2, which means there are no new hardware requirements.
For all systems that are already running on Windows 11…
I’ve often considered that Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass is the best deal in gaming, if you’re looking to get a huge amount of variety and access for a small monthly fee. I might have to recalculate after the latest price hike. This morning Microsoft announced prices…
I find Kingston to be an amazing company. Not only does it produce outstanding bargain hardware, it also vends products that soar to the top of the charts. One example of the latter is the Fury Renegade G5 NVMe SSD. It’s not cheap, but it’s not prohibitively expensive…
Yes, round is still in when it comes to Amazon’s refreshed Echo smart speakers, with the high-end Echo Studio and the smaller Echo Dot both getting big Alexa+ makeovers at Amazon’s big fall hardware event in New York City.
Also on tap were new versions of Amazon’s Echo Show 8 and 11 displays, which chopped the chunky design of previous-generation Echo Shows in favor of slimmed-down screens…
Amazon’s new OS for Fire TV players is a double-edged sword
October 1, 2025
Amazon is going in a new direction with its latest 4K Fire TV streaming stick, and it’s a direction that Fire TV sideloaders probably won’t like.
Making its debut during the company’s big fall hardware event in New York City on Tuesday and slated to ship in October…
How to use CCleaner to free up PC storage and boost performance
September 30, 2025
CCleaner has long been a classic among Windows system optimizers, and next year the much-loved tool will celebrate its 20th anniversary.
It has such an enduring legacy and has been so popular that according to the provider, the freeware has now been downloaded almost three…
Arzopa Z3FC review: A portable monitor with a 180Hz refresh rate
September 30, 2025
Most portable monitors are meant for basic productivity, but that’s not always true. The Arzopa Z3FC is a large IPS LCD portable monitor with an 180Hz refresh rate that aims to be of use both for office productivity and gaming. It’s successful, but its launch price is an obstacle.
Read on to learn more, then see our roundup of the best portable monitors for comparison.
The Arzopa Z3FC is a…
Baseus Security S1 Lite review: Solar powered, subscription-free
September 30, 2025
Baseus has been steadily pushing beyond its roots in phone chargers and accessories, and its latest move is to expand it’s smart security lineup with two solar-powered outdoor cameras: the Baseus S1 Lite (reviewed here) and the Baseus S2 (which we’ll cover at a later…
Best streaming devices: Apple TV, Fire TV, Roku, or Google TV?
September 29, 2025
Nope, you don’t have to settle for the streaming apps on your smart TV. If you’re looking for a better video-streaming experience, you can scoop up a streaming player from the likes of Apple, Amazon, Roku, Google, and others. Just plug the player into TV’s HDMI port…
I switched my laptop for a mini PC and I’m never looking back
September 29, 2025
Sometime after my social feeds started to fill up with ads for mini-PCs, I realized that there’s a silent revolution going on in desktop PCs. Welcome to the era of the mini-PC, where you can do all your computing from a PC smaller than a box of Pop-Tarts and much cheaper than a fully fledged desktop PC in many cases.
Naturally, I wanted one, so I bit the bullet and bought a GMKtek G5 mini-PC…
