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Apple M5: Everything we know about Apple’s next-generation chip

With Apple’s M5 chip expected to launch this year, what kind of performance and features should you expect? We’ve scoured the rumor mill to find the answers.
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M4 Ultra: Everything we know about Apple’s mysterious Hidra chip

Apple’s Hidra chip -- or M4 Ultra -- will land this year. What could we see in terms of performance, price, features, and more? Here’s all you need to know.
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Everything you need to know about AI agents and what they can do

Agents are specialized language and reasoning models that can work independently to automate repetitive tasks without direct human oversight. Here's everything you need to know about the "next big thing" in generative AI.
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These were the best gaming PCs we saw at CES 2025

CES 2025 is almost over, but before we wrap up the last couple of days of exciting hardware action, let's take a look at the best gaming PCs of the show.
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Lenovo Legion Go S vs. Steam Deck OLED: here’s what we know so far

The Steam Deck might be amazing, but it's showing its age. Lenovo's new Legion Go S is here to duke it out at the $500 portable gaming price point.
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Sticky Password vs. Enpass: best one-time purchase password managers

Find out whether Sticky Password or Enpass is the best one-time purchase password manager that can autofill your logins forever.
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Surfshark vs. Windscribe: Which unlimited device VPN is best?

Surfshark and Windscribe are VPNs that allow unlimited simultaneous connections at low prices, but you want the fastest and best overall.
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How to transfer your books from Goodreads to StoryGraph

Goodreads isn't the best book-tracking app, but it was the only one. Until now. Here's how to move all your books from Goodreads to StoryGraph.
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Surfshark vs. VPN Unlimited: Which VPN offers the best long-term value?

I compared Surfshark and VPN Unlimited, VPN services with long-term plans that can cut your average monthly costs to a minimum.
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ChatGPT Plus vs. Pro: Is it worth the upgrade?

OpenAI's Pro subscription tier costs a jaw-dropping $200 per month. This guide will help you decide if that much generative compute power is really necessary.
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ChatGPT o1 vs. o3 vs. 4o: Which should you use?

There are more than a half-dozen versions of OpenAI's various large language and reasoning models. Here's what you need to know about each.
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ChatGPT vs. Perplexity: battle of the AI search engines

ChatGPT Search and Perplexity stand at the forefront of AI-enhanced web search, but which one is best?
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Qualcomm Snapdragon X vs. Intel Core Ultra Series 2: the better laptop chip?

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X and Intel's Core Ultra Series 2 are intended to make Windows laptops more competitive with Apple MacBooks. Which is more successful?
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Recuva vs. DMDE: Which is the best free data recovery software for you?

Recuva and DMDE are powerful and free data recovery apps that can restore lost photos and files missing from damaged drives, but which is best for you?
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What is AppleCare+ and is it worth adding to your MacBook?

Should you insure your MacBook with the AppleCare+ extended warranty? We’ve broken it down so you can make the right call for your shiny new Apple product.
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Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 Pro vs. MacBook Air 15: a narrower gap

Apple's MacBook Air 15 is a class-leading larger laptop, with great battery life and performance. Can the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 compete?
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Perplexity AI: how to use the ‘answer engine’ that’s taking on Google

Never click a web search link again. Here's everything you need to know to get started using Perplexity AI.
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The best AI tools of 2024: all the generative AI apps you need to try

The AI boom has unleashed a torrent of generative tools. Here are the best you can use in 2024.
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Disk Drill vs. DMDE: best no-subscription data recovery app

If you've lost photos, videos, or other important files but don't want a data recovery subscription, one of these apps could be the perfect solution.
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Proton VPN vs. Surfshark: best fast, full-featured VPN

Proton VPN and Surfshark are both great choices for content unblocking and privacy, so we went hands-on to find out which is best and why.
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Proton VPN vs. Mullvad: Which is the best open-source VPN?

I compare Proton VPN Plus and Mullvad, two open-source VPNs with a strong privacy focus and fast servers worldwide, to find out which is best for you.
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Mullvad vs. Windscribe: best VPN for monthly service

Unlike most VPNs, Mullvad and Windscribe offer great deals without requiring an annual subscription — but which is best for you?
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Anthropic Claude: How to use the impressive ChatGPT rival

Anthropic's Claude AI chatbot may not be flashy, but it is one of the most capable models on the market. Here's how to harness it for fun and profit.
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How to turn on Bluetooth in Windows and connect your devices

It only takes a few quick steps to connect your Windows PC to a mouse, keyboard, or other accessory via Bluetooth.
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MacBook Pro 16 vs. MacBook Pro 14: here’s which M4 you should buy

The new M4 16-inch MacBook Pro and the 14-inch MacBook Pro are Apple's latest notebooks. In this guide, we will compare them.
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MacBook Air vs. MacBook Pro: how to easily decide which to buy

Now that both models have the M3 chip, it's never been harder to choose between the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro.
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PS5 vs. PC: Which is the better buy for gaming in 2024?

The PS5 is a remarkable console, but does it hold up to PC? We've tested both extensively, and here's what we think.
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M4 vs. M3: How much better are Apple’s latest chips?

The Apple M4 chip has landed and is available in both the Mac and the iPad. How does it compare to the previous-generation M3? Here’s everything we know so far.
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How to know which Mac to buy — and when to buy it

Want to know what to expect in every Apple Mac and when they’ll all be updated? Our guide has all the details on everything from the MacBook Air to the Mac Pro.
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M4 chip: here’s everything we know about Apple’s latest silicon

Apple's latest chips came first to the iPad Pro, but have now rolled out on Macs. How big of an upgrade are they really, and should you upgrade your device?
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The best inkjet printers of 2024: tested and reviewed

Find the best inkjet printers for your home or office. Are you looking for speedy or durable printers with the latest features? Our guide can help you out.
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Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Is it finally time to update?

With Microsoft slowing down support for Windows 10, is it finally time to upgrade to Windows 11? We break down all the differences.
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How to set up a VPN

Take a look at our step-by-step guide detailing how to set up a VPN in both MacOS and in Windows 11 using the default tools built into the operating system.
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ChatGPT: the latest news and updates on the AI chatbot that changed everything

The ChatGPT chatbot by OpenAI has taken the world by storm. Here's how to use it and everything you need to know about AI text generation with GPT.