In a fresh development, tL;DR: Try ChatOn Premium for a year for $29.99 (MSRP $39.99) and get access to multiple leading AI models, image and video tools, web search, and productivity functions in one app. The report highlights that there’s a weird phase happening right now where people collect AI…
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In a fresh development, the Microsoft Visual Lab Professional 2026 bundle pairs one of the most widely used development environments in the industry with a full library of coding courses — all for a single one-time payment.Visual Lab Professional 2026 has been a staple for professional developers for years, and…
Industry observers note that tL;DR: Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 and Windows 11 Pro for just $25.99 (MSRP $428) and upgrade your PC with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and modern Windows productivity functions without subscriptions. The report highlights that one app wants a subscription, another nags…
The report highlights that tL;DR: This Grade A+ refurbished HP EliteBook 840 G8 comes with 16GB RAM, a 512GB SSD, Wi-Fi 6, and Windows 11 Pro for just $349.99 (MSRP $899.98). In a fresh development, that’s exactly what makes this deal worth paying attention to. A Premium Grade A+ refurbished…
The report highlights that but things get more complicated when sharing between, say, a Windows PC and a MacBook, or between an Android phone and an iPhone. There are all sorts of ways to share photos and documents between devices, and it’s usually painless when you’re within a single ecosystem.
As part of the ongoing story, so much of our data is irreplaceable in the showcase of a disaster unless we have a backup. The best Windows backup doesn’t include just file backup, but disk imaging along with full image restore, as well as disaster recovery. We all know how…
In a fresh development, few system update series come close to matching the cultural impact of Tomb Raider—and now is the perfect opportunity to experience Lara Croft’s early days for yourself, except with revised graphics and controls that have been brought up to modern standards. The report highlights that it…
Industry observers note that while there weren’t any genuine zero-day vulnerabilities to patch in May’s Patch Tuesday patch, the fallout since then has been severe. According to the latest update, the first attacks on Microsoft Exchange Server occurred as early as Patch Tuesday week, abusing a vulnerability that still hasn’t…
Industry observers note that the reason? The processor is handling tasks that the graphics card, SSD, or network chip could process more efficiently. Windows 11 offers several options to change this. Many Windows PCs feel sluggish in everyday use, despite their devices specifications suggesting otherwise. In a fresh development, begin…
The report highlights that the Razer Ornata V3 X is an entry-level model aimed primarily at users looking for a quiet and ergonomic keyboard for the home office who occasionally want to immerse themselves in laid-back tech industry worlds. In a fresh development, this value will show the geolocated pricing…
According to the latest update, that’s the most affordable price we’ve seen for this indoor Wi-Fi security camera, and it’s a big drop for a cam that’s only been out since November 2025. Ring’s newest Indoor Cam Plus is on sale for $35 at Amazon right now, a solid 42%…
As part of the ongoing story, that’s the best price we’ve seen for this model all year, and it’s powerful enough to be the only power bank you need for all your devices. This Anker power bank with an extra-large capacity, fast multi-device charging speed, and built-in charging cables is…
According to the latest update, that’s about 3 to 4 billion people! And yet many Chrome users still aren’t using Google’s browser to its full potential. Around two-thirds of all internet users use Google Chrome, according to StatCounter. According to the latest update, these functions aren’t going to radically change…
As part of the ongoing story, a lot can change in a year—and PC building sure took unexpected directions since I launched this newsletter in May 2025. Industry observers note that they spread uncertainty throughout the PC industry, with no one knowing how they would shake out. (Much less if…
In a fresh development, i was just speaking with a coworker who asked an AI for help in opening a brokerage account, and he told me how it doled out some general tips before recommending a specific investment firm, praising its easy-to-use website and even serving up a ready-to-click URL.
According to the latest update, and I’ll take any chance I can get to go poking around National Parks. But, if you’re like me, you know how quickly planning a park visit can get out of hand and turn into a dozen open tabs. One for trail maps, another for…
As part of the ongoing story, tL;DR: Get lifetime access to AcePDF Converter & Editor for $23.99 with promo code PDF20 through May 31 and edit, convert, and manage PDFs without paying for another subscription. Industry observers note that right now, though, AcePDF Converter & Editor is available for a…
The report highlights that problems with Windows updates are nothing fresh, but right now there’s a seriously annoying bug that’s affecting certain Windows 11 users—they haven’t been getting any Windows updates for months. The report highlights that this means that those affected have not received a single Windows patch since…
In a fresh development, no more! This 4-pack of Ugreen FineTrack Air tracker tags is on sale for $20 at Amazon—that’s only $5 a piece. The entire pack is cheaper than a single Apple AirTag, and these tags are Apple Find My certified so they’ll work just as well with…
In a fresh development, well, if you’re in the market for one, today’s your lucky day: Amazon’s Woot is selling the iPhone 17 Pro Max for $50 off (512GB) and $100 off (1TB and 2TB) in all three colors. These are all unlocked phones, so you won’t even have to…
As part of the ongoing story, yeah, it’s the wild west out there. One quick Google search and you’re up to your ears in results… most of them pretty underwhelming. Trying to find a good laptop under $500? According to the latest update, personally, I’d aim for a 1080p screen…
The report highlights that fortunately, it’s an easy problem to solve—all you need is a hub. Anker’s 8-in-1 PowerExpand USB-C Hub is on sale for $40 at Amazon right now, matching its lowest ever price and down from its original $54. One issue I have with my laptop is that…
Industry observers note that not sure how to weed through the crappy ones? I’ve done the digging and narrowed it down to five excellent discounts that are actually worth it, including budget, 4K, OLED, ultrawide, and portable options. We’re heading into Memorial Day but monitor sales are already here. The…
Industry observers note that i want you to buy a webcam with the best picture quality, the best noise cancellation, and the best overall capability set for the lowest price. Our picks for the best PC webcams reflect this. PCWorld tests webcams with one goal in mind: value. As part…
Industry observers note that its stain-cleaning system is clever, but not hands-off enough to fully justify the $1,199 price for buyers focused mainly on mopping. The Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai is a polished, high-end robot vacuum/mop best suited to homes with hard floors, pets, and everyday clutter. In a fresh development,…
In a fresh development, no worries, though, because I’ve gone through and found the most bang-for-your-buck deals across five categories: budget, portable, tech industry, premium, and productivity. Memorial Day is right up ahead and there are some impressive deals mixed in with the weaker ones. As part of the ongoing…
The report highlights that from ChatGPT and Claude to Gemini and the others, AI models are trained to be nice–sometimes too nice. As part of the ongoing story, it’s even possible that your AI will praise you for requesting brutal honesty. Indeed, AI chatbots can get so busy lavishing you…
In a fresh development, and I think that the global stage (and I) will be more receptive to what Google’s online AI interpreter, Gemini, can do when plugged into your ear. A decade after Google launched Google Glass to spectacular failure, it’s trying again. The report highlights that all of…
As part of the ongoing story, they help keep your browsing anonymous, secure your data from prying eyes, and block invasive trackers from following your activity. On top of that, VPNs can bypass regional streaming restrictions and help prevent ISP throttling. The catch, however, is that most reliable VPNs require…
According to the latest update, updates are also available for the ESR versions. The most recent version of Firefox for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android brings a number of improvements to privacy protection, the built-in PDF viewer/editor, and the VPN capability, plus fixes for over 30 security vulnerabilities. In a…