Latest articles by Rebecca Spear
Don't want to spend big on a Surface Pen? These are the best alternatives.
Surface The Surface Pen and Surface Slim Pen are still the best options for Surface PCs, but alternatives keep getting better and usually don't cost nearly as much. Here are my favorites.
"This is not the end” says Clair Obscur creative director
Gaming Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's creative director has alluded to more being created for the popular RPG. This isn't surprising to me, but I do wonder where the story will go from here.
The best PCs for Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and more
PCs If you're a creator relying on Adobe's suite of products, there are a lot of awesome PCs from which you can choose. These are some of our favorites.
Increase ROG Ally or Ally X storage the quick and easy way
Handhelds The ROG Ally and ROG Ally X's microSD card slot supports UHS-II, so you want to make sure you get a card that can take advantage of this feature.
Play your ROG Ally or Ally X longer with the best power banks
Handhelds The ROG Ally and ROG Ally X are amazing gaming handhelds, but their huge flaw is their limited battery life. Fortunately, you can improve this with one of the best power banks.
Here's where to preorder Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Mirror Edition
Gaming The Mirror Edition of the popular Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 RPG is up for preorder. You can get limited edition goodies, including a gorgeous steelbook, with this purchase.
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 review: the Razer Blade’s new nightmare
Review I used the ROG Zephyrus G16 (2025) for a couple of weeks as my main work and gaming laptop. It's pricey, but it serves as a machine that can handle both your gaming and work needs.
Here's where to buy the Xbox Ally handheld gaming PC
Handhelds The ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming PCs are set to launch this October. Here is where you can buy one.
RECAP: Here's everything Xbox and PC gaming from Gamescom 2025
Gaming Gamescom 2025 brought us exciting news for upcoming video games. Here are all of the biggest Xbox and PC gaming announcements from the show.
ASUS ROG Raikiri II Xbox controller revealed at Gamescom 2025
Gaming ASUS ROG's newest Raikiri controller is not only Xbox certified but also offers impressive features for PC or Xbox gaming.
ROG Ally and Ally X get compatibility system for handheld gaming
Handhelds During Gamescom 2025, Xbox revealed a new Handheld Compatibility Program for its Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. It's potentially a more robust system than Steam Deck verification.
From DIY Apple builds to Microsoft loyalty: One family’s tech migration
Computers Before Apple locked down its hardware, my dad built PCs with parts from catalogues and Radio Shack. Then came the walled garden.
These 7 games show you how first impressions really do make the difference
Gaming Some games have such powerful openings that they suck you in right away. Here are the seven best PC games with the most compelling intros.
I hardly use my Xbox console now that I have a PC gaming handheld
Handhelds I almost exclusively use handheld gaming PCs thanks to their convenience, and the increased number of console games that are coming to PC these days.
7 Xbox Game Pass titles from 2025 that you need to play
Gaming Dozens of games have come to Xbox Game Pass this year, but these are the top seven you really don't want to miss out on.
Students: Lowest Lenovo laptop prices ever during this clearance sale
DEALS A Lenovo Clearance Sale is currently going on, and many of these devices are perfect for students heading back to school. Here are my top discounted picks.
Here’s How the Legion Go 2’s Rumored Specs Compare to the Original
Handhelds The Legion Go 2 offers several improvements over the original gaming handheld. Here's how the two devices compare based on the Legion Go 2 prototype and various leaks.
DEAL: Persona 5 Royal and 7 Other Games for a Fraction of the Cost
Deals This month's Humble Bundle collection gives you $250 worth of games for just $15. These include Persona 5 Royal, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, My Time at Sandrock, and more.
Review: It's hard not to recommend the Lenovo Yoga AIO 27"
Review The Lenovo Yoga AIO 27" features an Intel Core Ultra 7 255H, Intel Arc 140T, 16GB RAM, and 1TB SSD. It's a sturdy all-in-one with solid performance to match. Our review.
These are the best Thunderbolt docks you can buy in 2025
Laptops Thunderbolt laptop docks offer unparalleled performance, and they're the perfect way to expand your PC's connectivity. I rounded up the best we've tested so far.
Gaming handheld companies should learn from AYANEO's budget line
Handhelds AYANEO is a brand best known for creating Windows handheld gaming PCs. During today's Strategy Sharing Session, the company revealed several new devices including a new budget line of handhelds.
Dell's newest flagship laptops just launched, and they're on sale
Deal Dell XPS is now called Dell Premium, and the latest iterations just launched with an impressive discount. These flagship laptops are perfect for school, too.
Review: I'm torn over this Dell laptop's sleek design
Review The Dell 16 Premium is an absolutely gorgeous laptop with an Intel Core Ultra AI CPU and up to an NVIDIA RTX-50 Series GPU. It's pretty powerful but comes in a divisive design. Our review.
