Rebecca Spear
Self-professed geek, Rebecca Spear, is one of Windows Central's gaming editors with a focus on gaming handhelds, mini PCs, PC gaming, and laptops. When she isn't checking out the latest titles on Xbox Game Pass, PC, ROG Ally, or Steam Deck; she can be found digital drawing with a Wacom tablet. She's written thousands of game guides, previews, interviews, features, and hardware reviews over the last few years. If you need information about anything gaming-related, her articles can help you out. She also loves testing game accessories and any new tech on the market. Drawing tablets and drawing programs like Adobe Fresco and Photoshop are among her chief interests. You can follow her @rrspear on X (formerly Twitter).
When away from electronics, she loves taking her corgi, Penny, out to the river to go swimming and is always up for a game of volleyball. Otherwise, you'll most often find her curled up with a fantasy or sci-fi novel as her cats purr on her lap. She also loves attending comic conventions while cosplaying as her favorite video game characters. Her house is filled with gaming collectibles and posters and she's always on the lookout for more.
Latest articles by Rebecca Spear

My guide to the ultimate (and inexpensive) mini PC gaming setup
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Mini PC gaming Gaming desktops and gaming laptops are very expensive, but you can get a more affordable setup with a mini PC. Here are all of the things you'll need along with the best Cyber Monday deals.

This docking station actually fits the larger ROG Ally X and Legion Go handhelds, and it's currently on sale for Cyber Monday
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Handheld accssory The JSAUX 6-in-1 Multifunctional Docking Station has a big enough base for the large Legion Go or ROG Ally X to sit in. Plus, the cable can actually reach these handheld ports without straining.

You don't need to spend a ton for a reliable computer — We love this mini PC and it's still less than $200 right now
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Deal Thanks to a Cyber Monday mini PC deal going on now, you can get the Geekom Air12 Lite for less than $200 while the sale lasts.

These Cyber Monday PC game deals are still live and they're perfect for gaming handhelds
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Handheld game deals Not all games work well on gaming handhelds, but these Cyber Monday game deals are an exception. Grab some awesome games to play on your device while they are on sale.

Take this AIO on the move with its built-in battery — It's on sale while Cyber Monday deals last
By Rebecca Spear published
Portable AIO The HP Envy Move is a fantastic AIO with great performance, a built-in battery, and a carrying handle. Right now, it's on sale for Cyber Monday.

You can save a whopping $1,093.95 on this fantastic AIO computer for Cyber Monday
By Rebecca Spear published
AIO Deal The HP EliteOne 870 G9 is a great AIO computer that comes with a keyboard and mouse. Right now, it's 55% off for Cyber Monday.

7 PC gaming Cyber Monday deals to help you get the perfect setup
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Ideal PC gaming setup I've reviewed dozens of devices this year, but these are the ones I recommend most for Cyber Monday.

My favorite ANC Wireless work headphones are on sale right now for Cyber Monday
By Rebecca Spear published
Deal My favorite ANC headphones block out the world beautifully and they're on sale for Cyber Monday.

My favorite gaming handheld SSD is on sale for Cyber Monday and it's super easy to install
By Rebecca Spear published
Handheld SSD Deal Instead of upgrading to a new gaming handheld, you might be able to save money by upgrading the SSD with this Cyber Monday deal.

These are the best Cyber Monday gaming monitor deals going on now
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Deals Cyber Monday deals are here and these are the ones to grab if you're looking for a new gaming monitor.

Gotham needs you to save money on this Cyber Monday Xbox + Meta Quest 3S bundle deal
By Rebecca Spear published
Batman VR deal Right now for Cyber Monday, you can get the Meta Quest 3S VR headset, a Batman game, an Xbox Controller, and Xbox Game Pass bundled at a great discount.

My favorite PC gaming accessory came to my rescue after I sprained my ankle
By Rebecca Spear published
Favorite accessory The Nerdytec Couchmaster Cycon²is my favorite PC gaming accessory because it lets me game from my couch or bed.

Tencent revealed a massive 11-inch gaming handheld with some crazy specs
By Rebecca Spear published
Tencent handheld The Tencent 3D One gaming handheld is being worked on, and it offers 3D technology and 3D eye-tracking. Learn about its specs and how it compares to other gaming handhelds.

This budget Lenovo Legion R27fc-30 is at a super cheap price this Black Friday
By Rebecca Spear published
Gaming monitor deal This Lenovo Legion R27fc-30 gaming monitor offers 240Hz, 0.5ms, and AMD FreeSync and it's at a great low price for Black Friday.

Right now is the perfect time to get a gaming handheld
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Handheld heaven Here are 5 reasons why getting a gaming handheld this Black Friday is a good idea.

ROG Ally is superior to Steam Deck — Here's why
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Superior handheld Steam Deck might be popular, but it's inferior to ROG Ally. Here's why.

This amazing gaming monitor offers a very unique feature
By Rebecca Spear published
Review The Alienware AW2725QF functions as both an everyday gaming monitor and a competitive eSports option. Our review.

This curved gaming monitor is a fantastic budget option with 280Hz and 0.5ms
By Rebecca Spear published
Review The Legion R27fc-30 gaming monitor has excellent features and a fantastic adjustable stand while still being very affordable. Our review.

Dell XPS 16 (9640) review: A gorgeous AI PC, but divisive design
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Review Dell's XPS 16 (9640) is an absolutely gorgeous laptop with an Intel Core Ultra AI CPU and up to an NVIDIA RTX-40 Series GPU. It's pretty powerful but comes in a divisive design.

STALKER 2 plays great on a select few PC gaming handhelds
By Rebecca Spear published
Handheld STALKER 2 STALKER 2 is not playable on Steam Deck, but it can run well on ROG Ally or Legion Go if the right settings are in place.

An exclusive code drops this mini PC to a super low price
By Rebecca Spear published
Mini PC deal 🔥 This mini PC is available at a very low price when you use an exclusive code.

This AIO is the perfect all-rounder AI PC for work or school
By Rebecca Spear published
Review This HP OmniStudio X AIO has great specs and comes with everything you need out of the box.

Best Windows on ARM laptops in 2024
By Zac Bowden, Rebecca Spear last updated
ARM Looking for a new Windows laptop with an ARM processor? We've got you covered with our in-depth roundup of the best on the market!

Best PCs for Adobe Creative Cloud 2024: Handle Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and more with ease
By Rebecca Spear, Brendan Lowry, Richard Devine last updated
Updated If you're a creator relying on Adobe's suite of products, there are a lot of awesome PCs from which you can choose. These are some of our favorites.
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