Cale Hunt
Cale Hunt brings to Windows Central more than eight years of experience writing about laptops, PCs, accessories, games, and beyond. If it runs Windows or in some way complements the hardware, there’s a good chance he knows about it, has written about it, or is already busy testing it.
Cale has published hundreds of reviews on Windows Central, and he has a clear understanding of what separates worthwhile products from those that are best avoided.
This allows him to efficiently curate buying guides and product advice, giving readers a no-nonsense look at the options that will best suit their needs.
When he isn’t in his office writing, tinkering with tech, or gaming, Cale enjoys playing acoustic guitar (he’s a sucker for Bluegrass music), reading novels, tending the garden, and providing his two cats some much-needed attention.
Latest articles by Cale Hunt
Should you buy a Surface Dock 2 for the Surface Pro 7?
By Cale Hunt last updated
The updated Surface Dock 2 and the Surface Pro 7... Are they a match made in heaven, or are there better docking solutions available?
Best digital photo frames 2022
By Cale Hunt last updated
A digital photo frame is a logical answer to thousands of pictures on multiple devices. We've rounded up the best to get what you need.
Best Dell XPS 13 sleeves 2022
By Cale Hunt, Richard Devine last updated
Protect your investment without adding bulk, using these laptop sleeves for your Dell XPS 13.
Best Oculus Rift accessories 2022
By Cale Hunt last updated
You’ve finally got your hands on an Oculus Rift and you want to maximize your VR experience. These accessories will take things to the next level.
Best touchscreen monitors 2024
By Cale Hunt last updated
Your PC might not have come with any sort of touch functionality, but that doesn't mean you're stuck forever with a mouse and keyboard. We've collected a bunch of the best touch monitors right here.
Best PSU for NVIDIA RTX 3080 in 2024
By Cale Hunt last updated
Plan on investing in NVIDIA's new RTX 3080 GPU? Make sure your power supply unit is up to snuff; if it's not, check out these top picks for best PSUs.
Surface Pro 7 Plus vs. Pro 7: What's the difference?
By Cale Hunt last updated
There's a lot to love about the Surface Pro 7 Plus, but you might be wondering whether it's worth an upgrade over the standard Pro 7. We break things down to help you decide.
How to extend your Oculus Rift cables for about $20
By Cale Hunt last updated
Longer cables = more fun!
Best Surface Laptop 5 hubs and docking stations 2024
By Cale Hunt published
Take advantage of the Laptop 5's Thunderbolt 4 port with one of these great docking stations.
Age of Empires 4 ultimate guide: Release date, gameplay, and everything you need to know
By Cale Hunt last updated
Age of Empires 4 is finally here, and real-time strategy fans are diving in. Here's what you need to know about the games as it enters the RTS scene.
Age of Mythology is finally getting a Definitive Edition remaster
By Cale Hunt published
Age of Mythology: Retold is a Definitive Edition remastered version of the legendary RTS.
Age of Empires 4 and Age of Empires 2: DE are coming to Xbox next year
By Cale Hunt published
During a special Age of Empires 25th Anniversary broadcast, it was revealed that Age of Empires 4 and Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition are coming to Xbox in 2023.
Lenovo Slim 7i Pro X review: AMD wins the price war, but Intel performance is undeniable
By Cale Hunt published
Review Lenovo's Intel-based Slim 7i Pro X is here for review, complete with a Core i7-12700H CPU and Intel Evo certification.
Dell XPS 13 FHD+ vs. UHD+ display: Which should you buy?
By Richard Devine, Cale Hunt last updated
Do you really need a 4K display on the Dell XPS 13? Chances are you really don't, and you could save a fair bit of cash.
Lenovo Slim 7 Pro X review: A feature-laden Yoga alternative for creators that costs less than you might think
By Cale Hunt last updated
REVIEW Lenovo's Slim 7 Pro X is a Yoga alternative that swaps convertible hinges for a discrete GPU and HS-Series Ryzen processors.
Best external monitors for Surface (Pro 3 to Pro 9) in 2024
By Cale Hunt last updated
The Surface Pro is great on its own, but that doesn't mean you can't add one or two external monitors to it to create a sweet battle station. Here are the best overall picks available now.
Best Surface Pro 9 cases 2024
By Cale Hunt published
The new Surface Pro 9 has a different port layout, meaning a new case is in order. Here are the best so far.
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 vs. Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (9315)
By Cale Hunt published
Dell's XPS 13 2-in-1 (9315) adds some competition for the mighty Surface Pro 9. We compare the devices to help you pick the right one.
Thunderbolt 5: Everything you need to know
By Cale Hunt last updated
Intel's Thunderbolt technology has been on a steady course of improvement over the last 12 years, and it's not slowing down. Here's what you need to know about Thunderbolt 5.
Intel reveals "next-gen" Thunderbolt based on USB4 v2 with up to 120Gb/s bandwidth
By Cale Hunt published
A prototype of Intel's next Thunderbolt standard has been revealed, doubling (and in some cases tripling) the throughput of Thunderbolt 4.
Surface Pro 9 vs. Pro 8: Is it worth the upgrade?
By Cale Hunt last updated
Comparison Microsoft just announced its new Surface Pro 9 as an updated version of the Pro 8 and Pro X. Let's take a look at how it compares to the former to help you decide whether it's worth an upgrade.
Kensington SD5780T review: The new best Thunderbolt 4 docking station Kensington has to offer
By Cale Hunt published
Review Kensington combines the SD5700T and SD5750T to offer broader compatibility, better charging capabilities, and an HDMI 2.1 port.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 preorders and where to find stock - live report
By Brendan Griffiths, Rich Edmonds, Brendan Lowry, Cale Hunt last updated
RTX 4090 NVIDIA's latest flagship RTX GPU is here and we're going to show you where you can buy one.
Best Amazon Prime Day deals: don't miss these final discounts on top tech like laptops, TVs, gaming, and more
By Matt Brown, Cale Hunt, Chuong Nguyen, Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Deals Amazon's Prime Day, or 'Early Access Sale' brings thousands of deals on gadgets and more, and we're rounding up the best around the clock.