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Is your graphics card getting too hot? This tip will boost its performance
Dust and dried thermal paste can kill GPU performance. Use HWiNFO's GPU Hotspot Temperature reading to see if you need to do something about it.
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Welcome to the used PC era
As RAM and storage prices skyrocket, driving PC and laptop prices sky-high, this week's episode of The Full Nerd provides some helpful advice on everything from where to find the best deals to how to deal with the consequences of buying used components.
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Best Prime Day laptop deals: The best bargains we’ve found so far
Amazon Prime Day is here (cue the trumpets!). These are the best laptop deals I've found so far.
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The best October Prime Day tech deals under $10
Don't have much to spend on October Prime Day? These tech deals from brands like Acer, Logitech, and Belkin are all under $10 and worth buying.
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An RTX 5060 gaming PC for $1,100 in this economy? Prime Day just delivered
Amazon’s Prime Day has this CyberPowerPC gaming desktop for its lowest price in over a year. Grab it while it lasts.
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My favorite Shokz bone conduction headphones are $55 off for Prime Day
The OpenRun Pro 2 is the set I reach for to listen to audiobooks, whether I'm listening on a kayak or pushing a grocery cart.
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Wallpaper Engine made my expensive gaming PC fun again
Amid the most depressing time for PC hardware in decades, I went back to ridiculous Windows customization with Wallpaper Engine.
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Best monitors 2026: Top picks for gaming, 4K, HDR, and more
Our picks are the result of hundreds of hours spent testing the latest monitors from Acer, Asus, BenQ, Dell, LG, Samsung, and other major brands.
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Sony's $400 noise-canceling headphones just dropped to $198
The top-tier Sony WH-1000XM5 noise-canceling wireless headphones are 50% off ahead of October Prime Day.
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You don't need max graphics settings for great PC gaming visuals
You can get sharper, clearer PC games without tanking your frame rate. Here are two graphics settings worth forcing in your driver.
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Your used CPU might come with someone else’s Valorant ban
Anti-cheat systems for online multiplayer games can flag individual PC parts, which can be a problem if you're trying to find a deal on secondhand hardware.
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My phone ran Skyrim at 60 fps, and it wasn’t even streaming
GameHub lets Android users download and play Steam games locally—no streaming, no Steam Deck required, but with some caveats.
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Logitech's new $260 work/leisure headset is also repairable
Logitech's new Zone Vibe Pro headset promises all-day comfort, active noise cancellation, and replaceable parts for a longer lifespan.
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Meta’s new VR headset forgot about the games
The company that brought virtual reality to the mainstream barely mentioned gaming when it showed off its new flagship headset. That's bad news for anyone who likes VR.
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Best PC computer deals: Top picks from desktops to all-in-ones
We've scoured the web to help you find the best deals on desktop PCs, gaming PCs, and all-in-one computers this September. Currently on discount: CyberPowerPC, ABS, and Lenovo.
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SCUF's premium PC-only wireless controller just hit its lowest price ever
The SCUF Envision Pro Wireless V2 is now $139.99 (was $179.99) at Amazon, its lowest price ever. Note that it isn't compatible with consoles.
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Best gaming laptops 2026: 4 top options for portable performance
Discover the best gaming laptops of 2026! Our expert reviews cover top picks for every budget, key features to look for, and all the specs that matter for serious gaming.
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24 travel tech gadgets that'll level up your next trip
Packing for a trip? Our curated list of chargers, trackers, headphones, and more will keep you connected and your gear ready wherever you go.
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I’ve worked remotely for 20 years. Here’s what’s always in my laptop bag
What do you actually need to work from anywhere? I'm a 20-year tech writer. Here's everything in my bag that keeps me productive on the go.
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