
Rich Edmonds
Rich Edmonds was formerly a Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He's been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him on Twitter at @RichEdmonds.
Latest articles by Rich Edmonds

Do Surface Earbuds work with Android phones and tablets?
By Rich Edmonds last updated
You'll be able to use Microsoft's new Surface Earbuds with Android hardware running version 4.4 or later, allowing you to quickly switch between a Windows PC and Google-powered portable device.

Decade in review: AMD made major gains against Intel in the 2010s
By Rich Edmonds, Richard Devine last updated
Intel spent much of this decade all alone churning out minor CPU upgrades, but we take a look at how AMD managed to claw its way back onto the field.

Microsoft demos logging into Windows 10 with just a fingerprint scanning wearable
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Microsoft has kicked things off at its Computex keynote with a small demonstration of logging into Windows 10 with nothing more than a fingerprint scanning wearable.

The new Dell Inspiron 7000 series sports the world's first 17-inch 2-in-1 laptop
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Alongside its new Inspiron line-ups, Dell also announced the 7000 series at Computex 2016. This family of laptops not only sports 13 and 15-inch options but also the world's first 2-in-1 laptop.

Dell's new Inspiron 2-in-1 Windows 10 laptops start from just $249
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Dell has unveiled a new family of Inspiron 2-in-1 laptops at Computex 2016. The company's new wave of products are powered by Windows 10 and start from just $249.

ASUS unveils the ROG GX800 laptop with two NVIDIA GPUs for maximum performance
By Rich Edmonds last updated
ASUS announced the Republic of Gamers GX800 laptop at Computex in Taipai. Billed as the most powerful gaming laptop, this is the sequel to the GX700.

Best CPU Coolers for AMD Ryzen 5 3600X in 2020
By Rich Edmonds last updated
using a great CPU cooler allows your AMD Ryzen 5 3600X to run at maximum clock speeds, providing as much performance as possible. We've rounded up some excellent options to get you started.

CD, DVD or Blu-ray discs: Which drive is best for your PC?
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Physical media is old school, but there are times where it may make sense for some PC owners. Let's take a look at CDs), DVDs and Blu-rays to see which option is best for you.

NVIDIA GTX 1080 vs. 1080 Ti: Which you should buy, and why?
By Rich Edmonds last updated
To Ti or not to Ti? That is the question.

Comparing Synology NAS and cloud storage from Google, Amazon, and Dropbox
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Building your own NAS can save you money in the long run compared to using cloud services like Microsoft OneDrive and Google Drive for storage.

Outlook vs. Windows Mail: Which email client is right for you?
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Windows Mail is the free app bundled with the OS that is ideal for those who use email sparingly, but Outlook is the solution for anyone who's serious about electronic messaging.

Steam vs. GOG Galaxy: Which is better for PC gamers?
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Should you use Steam or GOG?

ASUS gives its high-performance Zenbook laptops a 12th Gen Intel refresh
By Rich Edmonds last updated
ASUS sets itself up to intrigue the laptop world with stunning new Zenbook laptops.

TerraMaster launches partner program, 7 NAS, and 2 DAS for 2022
By Rich Edmonds published
2022 is the year of TerraMaster.

Best Mini-ITX PC cases 2023
By Rich Edmonds published
If you have the desire to construct a media PC for the living room or are simply restricted on space for the main desktop, Mini-ITX cases can come in handy. Here's a list of only the best.

TerraMaster F4-423 review: The new best overall four-bay NAS
By Rich Edmonds last updated
TerraMaster just gave its mainstream four-bay NAS a colossal upgrade.

ASUS refreshes its Vivobook laptops with 120Hz OLED screens, new processors, and more
By Rich Edmonds published
ASUS announced the 2022 collection of Vivobook laptops with 12th Gen Intel and AMD Ryzen 6000 series processors. Other highlights include 120Hz OLED screens and limited edition Artist laptops.

Lian Li Strimer Plus V2 review: These gorgeous RGB cables will transform your PC
By Rich Edmonds published
I heard you liked RGB lighting?

Save up to 35% on ASUS mesh networking and gaming routers with this Amazon UK sale!
By Rich Edmonds published
Connect (almost) everything for less.