Framework is a unique company, offering modular laptops designed for easy repairs and near-infinite upgrades. But it’s also a small company, much more susceptible to market changes brought on by things like capricious tariffs. Though it’s tried to insulate itself from skyrocketing RAM prices brought on by “AI” datacenter demand, something had to give. And that “something” is laptop…
Sick of Windows 11’s bloat? These open-source tools fix it
December 15, 2025
Windows 11 comes with numerous applications by default that offer little added value for many users — but still take up memory, clutter the Start menu, and start additional background processes. This so-called bloatware includes pre-installed tools, trial versions, games…
16 genuinely useful changes in Windows 11’s big December update
December 15, 2025
Today, Microsoft will release December’s monthly patch for Windows 11. The last Patch Tuesday in 2025 will be huge, because according to Windows Central, there will be no fewer than 16 new features included in the update.
These include various design changes to important…
I’ve been building computers for the better part of two decades. And most of them look like little avant-garde refrigerators. I don’t do RGB, and I definitely don’t do screens on the inside. So my immediate reaction to the Corsair Frame 3000D LCD RS ARGB is…well, to take a deep breath after saying that name. But my second reaction is to cringe at the tablet-sized touchscreen on the side.
How to detect a fake SSD or flash drive before you get burned
December 12, 2025
It’s not just on dubious trading platforms such as Temu. Even Amazon can be infiltrated by dubious dealers who advertise SSDs with large storage capacities as supposed bargains.
These cheat packs do not come from Amazon’s own warehouse, but from external service…
Google issues urgent Chrome update to fix a mysterious 0-day exploit
December 12, 2025
Google has fixed three vulnerabilities in the new Chrome versions 143.0.7499.109/101 for Windows and macOS and 143.0.7499.109 for Linux. According to Google, one of these vulnerabilities is already being exploited for attacks. The release of the new Chrome version will be…
With the Steam Deck still the favorite of the handheld gaming PC market by a wide margin, and Valve poised to make a swing at console-style living room PCs with the second-gen Steam Machine, Microsoft might be feeling a little nervous about gaming on Windows 11. As well it should. A short Windows blog update says that Microsoft is working on gaming performance.
“We’re committed to making…
These hardware hacks turn your gaming mouse into a whole new beast
December 11, 2025
For gamers looking to maximize their performance, even small mouse modifications can make a big difference. From glide and click feel to sensor accuracy, each adjustment can be tailored to your personal playing style.
One noticeable improvement is the replacement of the…
YouTube TV teases slimmed-down streaming bundles for 2026
December 11, 2025
YouTube TV is about to get skinny—that is, it’s set to add skinny bundles of live streaming TV channels next year, including a sports package with every ESPN network.
More than 10 of these “genre-specific” bundles are coming to YouTube TV next year, but for now…
Addlink P50 review: A versatile USB flash drive hiding SSD might
December 10, 2025
I’ve seen quite a few USB thumb drives lately sporting dual Type-A/Type-C connectors on either end — it’s become a popular way to assure connectivity across the largest number of devices.
The Addlink P50 reviewed here is another such tiny, lightweight beastie that performs around the 10Gbps median — with normal amounts of data. However, write speed drops drastically (an understatement)…
