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Best VPN deals: Protect your privacy for the lowest prices
We've scoured the web to help you find the best deals on VPNs available this November. Currently on discount: NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Surfshark.
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Best gaming laptops 2026: 4 top options for portable performance
Discover the best gaming laptops of 2026! Our expert reviews cover top picks for every budget, key features to look for, and all the specs that matter for serious gaming.
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Microsoft is optimizing Windows for 8GB PCs, but it may be in vain
Microsoft says it can squeeze more performance out of 8GB of RAM, but those efforts may be in vain if other apps like Chrome don't follow suit.
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This $60 car jump starter doubles as a power bank and flashlight
Povasee's 3-in-1 car jump starter, power bank, and LED flashlight is 40% off at Amazon. Now just $59.97, that's close to its all-time low price.
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Ouch: The Raspberry Pi 5 just hit an eye-watering $385
As the AI-powered RAM crunch increases, the 16GB version of the Pi 5 is now more than triple its introductory price less than two years ago.
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Sony's WH-1000XM6 noise-canceling headphones hit record-low price
Want quiet comfort on commutes, flights, and work days? Sony's top noise-canceling headphones are $82 off at Amazon.
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Today's best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.
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It's not just Sam Altman: AI will ruin PC gaming in ways you don't expect
From platforms like Steam to giant publishers like EA to the continuing RAM crisis, AI is making pretty much everything worse for the world's biggest entertainment medium.
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Discord is letting search engines read public messages. Here’s what to do
Concerned about your privacy? Server owners and users can both take steps to stay off Google and other search engines.
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Genie Backup Manager AI review: The most user-friendly backup ever
Simply describe to the "AI" what you want this uber-friendly file-backup program to do, and it will guide you through it. But even without AI, Genie Backup Manager is the friendliest, easiest file backup program I've reviewed.
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This USB-C thermal camera finds home heat leaks, and it's $57 off now
The Topdon TC001 Max is a dual-lens thermal camera with a visible-light lens and five viewing modes. It works with iPhone, Android, and Windows.
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Claude won’t reverse-engineer games for you anymore
The party’s over for AI users who’ve been asking Claude to recreate Grand Theft Auto, Diablo, and other well-known video game titles.
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Best external SSDs for gaming: Portable performance for any budget
Adding an external SSD to your gaming laptop is a great way to expand your storage for holding games and making your game library portable.
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Want an 86-inch screen? Philoent's mini projector is $72, its lowest price
If you want a big-screen experience at a cheap price, this $72 projector is the way to go—if you can live with less brightness and sharpness.
News Analysis
Sam Altman says your PC's memory should belong to him
In an interview, the CEO of OpenAI and boss of ChatGPT says it would be far more efficient if all the RAM in your gaming PC was reserved for a data center.
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Microsoft says Windows 11's taskbar won't get drag-and-drop, by design
Windows 11's taskbar can finally move, but Microsoft says dragging it is deliberately off the table, so don't hold your breath if you wanted that.
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Ring's newest 2K floodlight camera is 50% off, tying its lowest price
This outdoor Ring camera has 2K video, dual floodlights, a siren, and two-way talk for $100 (was $200). But keep in mind it's hardwired.
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Eufy Omni C30 Edge review: Excellent cleaning, poor obstacle detection
The Eufy Omni C30 Edge is a capable, reasonably priced robot vacuum and mop with a low-profile, largely automated docking station that cleans hard floors thoroughly. But its poor detection of flat obstacles mean it's best suited for generally tidy homes.
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