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ASUS Zenbook A14 (2025) review: The lightest, longest-lasting AI PC around
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Review The ASUS Zenbook A14 (2025) amazed the entire Windows Central crew at CES 2025, and it really is an incredible, gorgeous AI PC. The models are confusing, though.

HP EliteBook X 14 (G1a) laptop review: Yeah, I've become a big HP fan
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Enterprise laptops are supposed to be boring, but that didn't stop me from falling in love with the chunky, powerful HP EliteBook X 14, and AMD-powered AI PC.

Alienware 27 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor (AW2725Q) review: 240Hz and maximum pixel density
By Zachary Boddy published
Review Alienware's 27-inch, 4K, 240Hz OLED gaming monitor brings the latest tech to a smaller size, and it's a great display that also undercuts a lot of the competition.

Luminkey Magger68 HE review: A standout 65% hall effect keyboard
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
Review Luminkey's Magger68 HE is a 65% keyboard with a striking design and hall effect switches.

MSI Claw 8 AI+ review: Easily outshines ROG Ally and Legion Go
By Rebecca Spear published
Review The MSI Claw 8 AI+ is a glorious follow-up to the lackluster original handheld.

Atomfall review: Unrivaled freedom with peak player autonomy
By Michael Hoglund published
Review Atomfall embodies what video games are truly about: rewarding player autonomy instead of compelling them to follow a specific path.

Scuf Valor Pro review: This hall-effect joypad won my heart
By Jennifer Young published
Review The Valor Pro offers a range of pro-level features at a lower price than the brand's usual offerings, but its price tag may still deter much of its target Xbox-centric audience.

Razer Aether Standing Light Bars review: More smart lights, but not as worth it
By Zachary Boddy published
Review The Razer Gamer Room is now a little bigger with the Aether Standing Light Bars, but their hollow construction and growing port/outlet requirements put me off.
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