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I hate PC monitor names so, so much

January 26, 2026
“The MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 shouldn’t be confused with the MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50, though the two are similar.” I almost spit my morning Diet Pepsi across my keyboard when I read that in a (frankly great) PCWorld review. Of course people will confuse those monitors! The names feel designed to be mixed up and forgotten. It’s not a new problem. Monitor names suck and they always…
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A Lenovo update hints at Nvidia Arm CPUs coming soon

January 26, 2026
The transition from x86/x64 architecture (the stuff that’s been powering desktops and laptops for decades) to Arm architecture (the stuff more usually found inside smartphones) was supposed to be a massive change for Windows. It certainly hasn’t been that, at least not…
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Your monitor tech is ancient. Get an OLED now!

January 23, 2026
Guys, I’ve done it. I’ve drunk the kool aid and joined the pantheon of super gamers that will tell you without doubt, that if you aren’t gaming on an OLED monitor, you’re missing out. That’s what I wish I’d been able to tell myself earlier, at least. This upgrade…
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Streaming prices are absurd. This app could be the answer

January 23, 2026
If you want to avoid cable-like prices for streaming TV, the best way is to aggressively cycle through different subscriptions. A new app called StreamWolf makes that process simpler. StreamWolf provides an overview of all your streaming subscriptions, shows you the total cost, and lets you cancel (or reactivate) individual services with just a button tap. It also offers some watchlist features so…
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RTX 5090 cards sell out while scalpers make bank

January 22, 2026
Remember during the pandemic and the crypto boom, when it was impossible to find a graphics card at retail price? Remember the launch of the RTX 50 series last year when that happened again? Yeah, it seems like the RAM crunch has us reliving painful memories. After…
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Does the Xbox app for Arm signal a gaming renaissance? Not yet

January 22, 2026
Is it finally time to game on Windows on Arm? Microsoft thinks so…and the company is right! Well, barely. On Wednesday, Microsoft began rolling out the Xbox app to all Windows on Arm PCs. It’s a bit more significant than that; those PCs are now seeing games that are installable and playable locally, rather than just being accessible via the cloud. In fact, Microsoft says that 85 percent of all…
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Hitscan Hyperlight review: An ultra-light gaming mouse with 8K turbo

January 19, 2026
The Hitscan Hyperlight is a brand-new wireless gaming mouse from a newcomer manufacturer, and its name says it all: weighing just 39 grams, it’s one of the lightest mice on the market. Despite its flyweight, Hitscan promises outstanding performance thanks to the Pixart sensor and Omron optical switches, paired with high-quality workmanship. For enthusiasts, there is an optional wireless dongle…
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