I Turned My Gaming Laptop Into An Xbox - Here's How
Microsoft recently launched Xbox Mode that turns your Windows 11 machine into a console. Here's how I enabled the feature on my gaming laptop.
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5 Reasons Why People Ditch Their Mini LED Monitors
While both panels have their advantages, gamers and premium monitor brands seem to be turning their backs on mini LED monitors in favor of OLED. Here's why.
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Resin Vs. Filament 3D Printers: Which Is Better?
Resin and filament 3D printers are built for completely different things. Which one is best depends on what you want to make and how much upkeep you can handle.
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Google Gemini is being used to change how drivers interact with Android Auto, and you may not realize just how deep its features can be.
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5 Reasons Why People Ditch Their Google Home Speakers
Google's smart home ecosystem has changed significantly over the years. Here's why some users are rethinking their place in the connected home.
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5 Common Monitor Problems And How To Fix Them
From screen flickers and signal errors to blurry visuals and power issues, these five common monitor problems can often be solved in minutes.
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5 Budget 3D Printers With Multicolor Printing You Should Check Out
A good 3D printer no longer needs to cost a fortune to support multicolor printing. Here, we've picked five affordable options you should consider.
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5 Of The Best Wireless Hi-Fi Headphones For Perfect Audio At Home
If you're not quite sold on wireless headphones being able to provide a proper at-home Hi-Fi audio experience, these picks might change your mind.
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Why Star Wars' Lightsabers Are More Than Just Weapons, Explained
One of the coolest weapons in all of science fiction is the lightsaber, the weapon of a Jedi, a weapon that every boy wants the moment they see it in action.
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5 Budget 3D Printers Better Than The Prusa Mini+
The Prusa Mini+ is a reliable workhorse, but the budget 3D printing market moves fast. Several alternatives now offer better specs for similar or lower prices.
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5 3D Printer Brands That Can Compete With Bambu Lab
Bambu Lab has frustrated a lot of makers with its increasingly closed ecosystem, but there are solid alternatives that prioritize open-source and local control.
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These 5 Retro Inspired Consoles Are The Best Way To Play Your Old Nintendo Games
If you're looking for the best way to play your old Nintendo games but don't have original hardware, these retro-inspired consoles have you covered.
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5 Reasons Why Your 3D Print Project Might Have Failed
A failed 3D print is almost never just bad luck. These are the most common reasons it happens and what you can do to keep it from happening again.
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A Deleted Star Wars Scene Would Have Changed A Defining Jawa Characteristic
Had George Lucas elected to keep this particular Star Wars scene in the original film, our understanding of Jawas would have been completely different.
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5 Underrated Gaming Laptop Brands That Can Compete With Razer
Razer isn't the only company that makes excellent gaming laptops. Several other brands are worth looking into, especially if price is an important factor.
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5 Mini Gaming PCs That Don't Compromise On Performance
Gone are the days when you needed a computer the size of your car to play the latest games. These five mini gaming PCs pack a powerful punch in a small package.
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Xbox Mode Turns Your PC Into A Console, But It Can't Hide Windows 11 Bloat
Xbox mode for Windows 11 is finally out of preview, and it brings some genuinely useful features. Windows bloat is still very much along for the ride, though.
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5 3D Printer Brands You Should Steer Clear Of, According To Users
Don't buy an outdated or low-quality 3D printer. Discover which 5 brands are being flagged by the maker community for poor results and difficult maintenance.
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5 Underrated Monitor Brands That Can Compete With Samsung
While Samsung is a top name in monitors, it also charges a premium price for its products. Here are some underrated monitor brands with similar offerings.
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Dreame's AI Tracking Tech Raises Major Questions About The Future Of Privacy
Dreame and other companies like it are requesting more and more of our personal data to run their devices, but how can we be sure that data will stay private?
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5 Weird 3D Printer Projects You'll Actually Use A Lot
3D printing can feel like a superpower, thanks to the fact that you can print so many functional objects. Here are a few of them that may seem weird at first.
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Google Gemini In Your Kitchen: Is A 3nm Fridge Actually Necessary?
Dreame showed off a Google Gemini-powered fridge running on a 3nm chip at its recent press event, and it might be more than just a gimmick.
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5 Hidden Pixel Camera Settings That Can Make Your Videos Better
The latest Google Pixel has a plethora of features you may not know about that can help you take photos that rival even professional quality images.
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5 Cool Kindle Accessories You Can 3D Print
Sure, you could buy accessories for your Kindle, but if you have a 3D printer, you can also just make anything you need for the perfect Kindle setup.
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The 5 Best Bluetooth Receivers, According To Experts
Bluetooth receivers have gotten good enough to compete with wired setups. These five are the ones experts recommend for home audio and portable use.
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5 Tips And Tricks To Get The Most Out Of Your Xbox Series X
Whether you're an early adopter or just bought your first Xbox Series X, you may be surprised by some of best features the console doesn't really advertise.
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5 New Features Added To Android Phones In April 2026
Android is a constantly evolving ecosystem, and your device has gotten a slew of new features and upgrades in the month of April alone.
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