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Laptops with Blu-ray and DVD drives? Yup, Fujitsu is doing it

October 29, 2025
When’s the last time you saw a laptop with a spinning disc drive on a store shelf? Outside of a pawn shop, I don’t think I’ve seen one in almost 10 years. But Japanese manufacturer Fujitsu just announced brand-new models, complete with fairly recent Intel and AMD processors, that come with Blu-ray or DVD disc drives. These 16-inch FMV Note A designs (spotted by VideoCardz and Fudzilla)…
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Google warns of rough edges as Gemini for Home arrives

October 29, 2025
It’s finally time to bid adieu to Google Assistant in the smart home world, as Gemini for Home has begun its slow rollout on Google smart speakers and displays. But if you’re among the lucky few allowed to take Gemini for Home on a test drive today, you should expect…
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Did PCs win the console war? The next Xbox will run Windows, report claims

October 28, 2025
Microsoft’s next Xbox will run Windows, a report says, blurring the line between PCs and consoles and making the latest Xbox Ally X the model of what Microsoft hopes to achieve in gaming. Windows Central, which has established some good sources inside the console space, claims that the next Xbox will run Windows, with an Xbox Full Screen Experience layered on top. Given that Microsoft has…
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AMD is rebadging 2022 Ryzen processors as ‘new’ chips

October 28, 2025
If you’re in the market for a new Ryzen PC, beware: AMD is updating some of its old Ryzen processors with fresh branding and updated model numbers and passing them off as new processors. AMD has carved out a number of “new” Ryzen 100-series chips alongside a pair of…
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13 clever USB-C gadgets you didn’t know you needed

October 27, 2025
I don’t know how your tech drawers look, but mine are filled with wires I’ll likely never use again because technology has advanced quite a bit. Thankfully, USB-C seems to be here to stay since there is no wrong way to plug these things in. It’s not just smartphones, tablets, and laptops that use these, however, but also a long list of gadgets. We’ve scoured the market for hidden gems: 13…
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I turned my mini PC into a powerhouse with 2 easy upgrades

October 27, 2025
So there it is–my new mini PC, the A9 Max from Geekom. A smart little powerhouse, barely bigger than a sandwich tin, whisper-quiet and amazingly powerful. I unpacked it, plugged it in, and completed the initial setup. Everything works perfectly, as my test shows. And yet I…
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Don’t pay full price for these popular streaming services

October 24, 2025
If you’re paying year-round for subscriptions to Peacock, HBO Max, Disney+, or Hulu, you’re probably wasting money. While each of these services has raised prices this year, you can get them at a discount as part of various food delivery, grocery, and credit card…
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Bluedee Computer Soundbar review: Lightweight, portable, and Bluetooth-ready

October 24, 2025
The Bluedee Computer Soundbar is a compact, straightforward PC speaker that’s ideal for small rooms. Its low profile makes it easy to place beneath a monitor or beside a laptop. You can charge and use it without keeping it plugged in, allowing it to double as a portable Bluetooth speaker. It delivers clear, crisp audio that’s strongest in the mid-range tones. Read on to learn more. The Bluedee…
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