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Never, ever plug these 15 devices into your power strip
Not all household appliances are suitable for multiple sockets. Read on to find out what you need to watch out for.By Florian Kastner2 weeks ago
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4 PC parts you should never skimp on
When it comes to core components, it pays not to cut corners.By Friedrich Stiemer2 weeks ago
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This $40 Anker charger ruined every other power bank for me
The Anker Zolo has one special feature that makes me choose it over all the other power banks I have every time.By Gabriela Vatu3 weeks ago
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When should you worry about OLED burn-in on PCs? We asked an expert
Tim of Hardware Unboxed and Monitors Unboxed knows more about OLED burn-in than anyone, which is why Adam chatted him up at CES 2026.By Michael Crider4 weeks ago
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Keep your photos private! Set up your own at-home NAS cloud alternative
Don't entrust your photos to large cloud storage services. Use a NAS as a private cloud to keep your photos safe, secure, and backed up.By Michael Seaman1 month ago
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This hidden Windows 11 trick unlocks SSD speed boost for NVMe drives
Microsoft recently added a new feature that gives a significant performance boost to certain SSDs. However, there's a caveat.By Laura Pippig1 month ago
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Your USB-C cables aren't broken. This $14 tester shows what's really going on
Which USB-C cable can do what? It's often not that easy to find out. A clever cable tester helps to sort cables according to their capabilities.By Christian Rentrop2 months ago
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Your monitor's USB ports are hiding secret powers
Many modern monitors include fast USB hubs that often go unused, though they can enhance your setup.By Friedrich Stiemer2 months ago
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How to detect a fake SSD or flash drive before you get burned
A lot of capacity for little money? With every generation of flash data carriers, counterfeit cheat packs also come onto the market. Even renowned hard disk manufacturers are not always completely honest.By David Wolski2 months ago
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These hardware hacks turn your gaming mouse into a whole new beast
With careful tweaks, a gaming mouse can be optimized for better precision and comfort.By Friedrich Stiemer2 months ago
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Get your PC 2026-ready with these 9 key upgrades
How to get more performance out of your PC in the new year: The best upgrade tips for SSD, RAM, CPU, graphics card and more.By Friedrich Stiemer3 months ago
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Why two SSDs are better than one in your PC
Most Windows PCs come with just one SSD. That may work for most people, but if you're really looking to boost your speed and free up bandwidth, then you should consider using two SSDs instead of one.By Friedrich Stiemer3 months ago
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The second-best webcam has solved its fatal flaw
eMeet's Piko+ 4K webcam originally shipped with just a tripod mount, and no way to attach it to a display or laptop. eMeet has issued a new version at the same price, which really makes it a great choice.By Mark Hachman4 months ago
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I caved and bought an $80 portable monitor. Now I love working remotely
I no longer have to sacrifice productivity when working out of restaurants, cafés, and hotels.By Gabriela Vatu4 months ago
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I got a $12 'telescope' for my phone. It completely changed how I take photos
This telescope attaches to your smartphone and lets you zoom in on stuff that's far away. It's a fun accessory that's perfect to give as a gift.By Dave Parrack4 months ago
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I hate typing with a TV remote. That's why I love this nifty $36 gadget
It even has a built-in trackpad, which takes it up another level. Everyone with a smart TV should have one of these.By Mark Knapp4 months ago
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Yes, 'USB condoms' are real, and they protect your gadgets from danger
A data-blocking charging cable is like a seatbelt your phone: a cheap, secure alternative to your phone's charging cable that will help protect it from being hacked by a sketchy USB port in a hotel or airport.By Mark Hachman4 months ago
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This $20 neck light is a game-changer for book readers
I miss my Kindle's backlight when reading paper books—at least I used to until I got myself this neck-worn book light.By Chris Hoffman5 months ago
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Gamers, this is the RAM you want in your PC
The variety of RAM on offer nowadays can make your head spin. But it's quite simple for PC gamers, currently only this certain RAM configuration makes sense.By Friedrich Stiemer5 months ago
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Your OLED display’s worst enemy: burn-in. Here’s how to fight back
OLED displays are becoming increasingly popular. However, many buyers fear unsightly burn-in effects. With the right measures, you can extend the life of your OLED screen.By Ines Walke-Chomjakov5 months ago