Cale Hunt brings to Windows Central more than nine 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's not afraid to give his honest opinion regarding everything from PC gaming hardware to Windows software and laptops.
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

These AI laptops are the best you can buy right now
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops We've been busy testing the latest and greatest AI hardware from all of the major brands. I've pulled the best-tested AI PCs to help you pick a winner, with some honorable mentions in tow.

These great laptops all have at least 32GB of RAM
By Cale Hunt, Zac Bowden last updated
Laptops Not everyone needs 32GB of RAM in their laptop, but if you’re focusing on creative apps or other intense multitasking jobs, it will make a big difference.

Don't let glare interfere; these top laptops all have bright screens
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops These high-scoring laptops have some of the brightest screens on the market.

Bluetooth 6 is here — faster, smarter, and ready for your gadgets
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware Bluetooth 6 was introduced in September 2024, but it still remains a rare sight in our favorite tech. That's expected to change in 2026, and I have all the details you need to know right here.

Dell plans to hike PC prices by up to 30% due to the RAM shortage
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops The ongoing DRAM and NAND shortage caused by the AI buildout is having serious ramifications in the tech world, and Dell is planning a significant commercial price hike as a response.

Wavlink's new Thunderbolt 5 dock costs way less than the competition
By Cale Hunt published
Review With 12 total ports, charging up to 140W, and triple 4K@144Hz display support, this dock seems like it should cost more than it does.

RAM prices are out of control, but you don't necessarily have to overpay
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware RAM prices are completely out of control, making it tough to upgrade a PC. Whether you're hoping to buy for yourself or for your favorite PC gamer, I have some advice to help you avoid overpaying.

AMD’s FSR Redstone release promises sharper frames and smoother play for Radeon RX 9000 GPUs
By Cale Hunt published
PC gaming AMD’s FSR Redstone isn’t just an update — it’s a graphics revolution.

The mobile version of the PC version of Age of Empires is getting a PC port
By Cale Hunt published
PC Gaming Just announced is a PC version of Age of Empires Mobile, itself a mobile version of the legendary PC series. It might not make complete sense, but you can try it yourself in early 2026.

Ultimate PC gaming gift guide — give the right stuff in 2025
By Cale Hunt published
Gaming It's about that time again when you want to finish off your holiday shopping list, and we're making it easier than ever before with these 18 hot gift ideas for PC gamers.

Wondering why RAM prices are so high? Here's what you need to know.
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware RAM prices have skyrocketed, and it doesn't seem like they're going to come down anytime soon. This could have lasting effects on the tech market as a whole, and it could last for years. I explain.

No HDMI 2.1 on the Steam Machine? Here's why, according to Valve.
By Cale Hunt published
PC Gaming The Steam Machine was revealed with a listing for HDMI 2.0, which seems out of place in 2025/26. Here's what's happening.

Is Dell's new Pro Thunderbolt 5 dock worth it for more than just enterprise customers?
By Cale Hunt published
Review Up to 300W charging, quad 4K displays at 120Hz, and plenty of pro management tools go into Dell's new Thunderbolt 5 dock.

Steelcase's massive holiday sale has knocked 25% off two of the best office chairs around
By Cale Hunt published
Deals I dealt with cheap office chairs for way too long before investing in something premium, and Steelcase wants to help you do the same.

Skip insane RAM prices with this B650 motherboard and 16GB DDR5 bundle
By Cale Hunt published
Deals DDR5 RAM prices are completely out of control right now due to the AI buildout, but that doesn't mean there aren't some shining opportunities (like this one) to land some RAM at a reasonable price.

AMD leaks a new X3D CPU with a slightly higher boost clock than its 9800X3D
By Cale Hunt published
PC Gaming Only 400MHz faster than the 9800X3D certainly feels underwhelming.

Google's Agentic AI erased a developer's entire drive, but at least it apologized
By Cale Hunt published
AI Are you using AI to help you code? Are you sure it's not going to delete anything important? This recent problem experienced by a casual developer might make you think twice.

Lisuan launches 7G106 GPU, a rare dedicated graphics option for ARM‑based Windows devices
By Cale Hunt published
GPUs Chinese GPU maker Lisuan and its 7G106 GPU could make waves in the PC gaming world as it shows off Windows on ARM support for the first time.

You can still save big on top SSDs after Cyber Monday
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Missed out on a new SSD during Cyber Monday? You're in luck, because there are some great deals still live today.

Target's Cyber Monday sale won't quit — 20 top tech deals still live today
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Target was one of the main retailers slashing prices on Cyber Monday, and it appears that many of the discounted prices are still live today. Here are the 20 best deals I don't want you to miss.

Cyber Monday isn't done at Walmart — 17 of the best deals handpicked for you
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Cyber Monday technically wrapped up yesterday, but Walmart has extended the bulk of its deals. I picked the 17 best discounts I know our readers will love.

5 pre‑built gaming PC deals still live after Cyber Monday to help you avoid RAM prices
By Cale Hunt last updated
Deals It feels weird to say it, but pre-built gaming PCs are actually the better deal than building your own system.

Cyber Monday at Best Buy isn't quite done yet — 19 top deals still live
By Cale Hunt last updated
Deals Best Buy has thousands of Cyber Monday deals on the go, but not all are worth your time. My buying guide makes it easy to find the hottest discounts.
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