Computers, Laptops & Tablets
All about your laptop’s CPU
Looking for a new laptop? One of the most important components you should be considering when searching for a portable PC is also one of the most confusing: the CPU. What’s the difference between a Celeron, a Core i7 or an AMD A-Series processor? For that matter, what’s the difference between a 5th generation Intel Core CPU and 6th generation version? In this post, I’ll explain the importance of a laptop’s CPU, the key differences between CPU options and how much CPU horsepower you’re likely to need for common tasks.
Review: BenQ 4K 32-inch monitor
If you're looking for a new monitor that is perfectly suited for a creative professional or hardcore PC gamer, then you're going to want to check this one out for sure.
How to find the right computer for 2017
Many people have decided that 2017 is the year they'll get a new computer. But with hundreds of choices, how do you pick the right one. Here are some ideas on picking the right computer this year.
How a scanner can help you prepare your taxes
Yes, it’s almost tax time again, and it’s easy to feel stressed when you think of how many hours you’re going to spend sorting out your receipts, documents, and entering data. But it doesn’t have to be stressful, and I’ve discovered the secret to saving tons of time doing your taxes. Check out how a mobile scanner can save you time on your taxes this year.
HP Spectre x360 review: premium convertible laptop combines versatility and stunning...
I’ve spent the past few days making the most of my time with one of the most sought-after, high-profile convertible laptops released in the past year. Sadly, it’s time to ship it back—this thing is in high demand—but not after gaining a new respect for what the combination of premium design and Windows 10 can offer to new laptop buyers. Here’s my review of Hewlett-Packard’s impressive Spectre x360.
Review: Philips 27 inch LED Backlit LCD monitor
This beautiful monitor from Philips is stunning and goes the extra mile with full adjustability to become the monitor you need when you need it.
What will you do with your first 3D printer?
3D Printing technology has been revolutionized in a few short years. Cost of 3D printers has gone down substantially and they are now quite affordable for consumers to use in their homes or offices. The range of filaments and materials has also expanded so that there are now a variety of colours, textures and shapes. Here are some ideas to get you started on your 3D printing adventures.
Review: Philips 288P6 4K Monitor
Ultra HD (also known as 4K or UHD for some brands) monitor prices have been dropping like a stone lately—although I still can’t get my wife to buy me one—and that’s thanks to massive demand, plus 28-inch TN panels that are getting less expensive to produce. Philips’s foray into that budget-conscious market is the 288P6 Brilliance 28-inch 4K Monitor, and I got to put one through its paces to see if it makes me want that upgrade.
CES 2016: new computers coming this year
One of the highlights of the annual Consumer Electronics Show is the PC manufacturers. Every January we get a glimpse of some of the coolest computers, accessories and peripherals on the planet and the best part is, we can expect many of these to be available for purchase in the coming months. Here’s a roundup of some of the more outstanding new computers (and related products) displayed at CES 2016, many of which will be available soon at Best Buy.
CES 2016: Lenovo introduces the world’s thinnest convertible laptop
PCs still have a prominent place at the Consumer Electronics Show and Lenovo pulled out all the stops at CES 2016 with a collection of new desktop and portable models. Included in Lenovo’s CES presentation were the world’s thinnest convertible laptop, gaming gear (including a curved gaming monitor) developed in partnership with Razer, and a compact desktop PC with a built-in projector. Here are all the details on Lenovo’s CES showcase.