Latest articles by Cale Hunt
The next evolution of DRM is to not own any games at all. Here's why.
PC Gaming I take a look at the history of high-seas gaming and where the ship is likely headed next.
An AI researcher set out to prove that Age of Empires 2 is just as human-like as AI
AI Who thought a real-time strategy game from 1999 would shake up the AI research world?
An Xbox Series X, PS5, and Switch 2 together cost less than the new MSI gaming handheld
PC gaming MSI's new Claw 8 EX AI+ is a beauty with the best performance I've ever seen in a gaming handheld, but at $1,799, gamers can get a whole lot more value elsewhere. Like, say, three modern consoles.
Why DDR3 RAM is still expensive in 2026
Hardware The RAM that's too old for Windows 11 is getting more expensive. Here's why.
This Bill Gates quote from 30 years ago is oddly prescient in the age of AI
QOTD For nearly 30 years, the internet was fueled by content creators. That era could now be coming to a close as AI takes over.
Steam Machine CPU performance looks middling, but it's not time to panic
PC gaming New Geekbench 6 CPU performance numbers from the Steam Machine have appeared online, and compared to gaming handhelds already on the market, they're perfectly middling. Here's why I'm not worried.
Dell's new XPS 13 is now available, starting at $599 for students
Laptops The new best laptop for students (and anyone else who wants an affordable Windows 11 PC) is here.
Review: CHUWI's latest mini PC has a lot to offer at an attractive price
Review CHUWI's fresh AuBox X mini AI PC is super compact, relatively powerful, and comes at a very attractive price. Is it right for you? I've been using it for a few weeks to find out.
GPUs still ship despite the RAM crisis, but the worst could be yet to come
PC gaming New findings from Jon Peddie Research indicate that GPU shipments held strong in Q1 2026, but there's more to the story than just a flat market.
GroDock is the best Windows taskbar alternative I've used so far
Apps Sick of the stock Windows 11 taskbar? There are plenty of alternatives, but GroDock is my new favorite. Here's why.
Is Windows 11 on 8GB of RAM really that bad? I decided to find out.
Windows 11 I'm seeing a lot of negativity recently about running Windows 11 on 8GB of RAM, so I thought I'd test it out myself to see what the experience is really like. Here's what I found out.
What would a price hike at TSMC look like for the rest of tech?
Hardware TSMC makes 70% to 90% of the world's chips. You do the math.
MacBook Neo vs. Dell XPS 13 (2026): A spec comparison with surprising results
Laptops A new laptop battle in the budget range is taking place; here's what you need to know.
Hands-on with the new Intel Arc G3 Extreme gaming handhelds
PC Gaming I had a chance to test out new gaming handhelds featuring Intel's latest Arc G3 Extreme chips. Here's what I learned (and why these chips are the new standard for mobile gaming).
On the ground: ASUS and its ROG gaming brand went all-out at Computex
Computex ASUS's ROG gaming brand turned 20 this year, and Computex is where the anniversary is being celebrated. I went through the elaborate exhibit to find the best new products.
How Dell and Intel want to take the student PC market back from Apple
Laptops I spoke with Intel and Dell about their collaboration at Computex, and why the new XPS 13 is resetting budget PC expectations.
ASUS goes gold with its revamped ROG Azoth Extreme Edition 20 keyboard
Review An already excellent mechanical keyboard gets a major makeover for ASUS ROG's 20th anniversary.
A gold-plated gaming mouse? In this economy? I gave it a shot for a couple of weeks.
Review ASUS is celebrating ROG's 20th anniversary with a special edition mouse, and I've been using it for a couple of weeks.
Dell's XPS 13 returns to take on the MacBook Neo
Laptops Backlit keyboard, multi-monitor support, up to 32GB of RAM, and the latest Intel chips make the new XPS 13 one enticing laptop.
Intel unveils new Arc G-Series chips designed specifically for gaming handhelds
PC gaming Intel has followed through on its promise to shake up the handheld gaming market with new specialized SoCs.
Can't decide which HP laptop is best for you? I can help.
Laptops HP's lineup of laptops includes countless models made for different types of users. I'm here to decipher the brands and makes to help you get the best HP laptop.
Here are the best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing in 2025
PC Gaming The best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing will offer a more personalized experience than a console. Grab a ready-made computer and hit the racetrack.
