Latest articles by Richard Devine
It may be a running joke that Microsoft Edge is only used to download Google Chrome, but the real pro move is far better than that
Better way There's always jokes about how Microsoft Edge is only used to download Google Chrome, but there's a far better way.
It's now easier than ever (and very affordable) to use a fast SSD with a Raspberry Pi 5, perfect if you're going to try Windows 11 on it
Mmmm Pi The Raspberry Pi now has its own official NVMe SSD for cheap, fast storage on your tiny computer.
Qualcomm teases what performance we might expect from its 2nd Gen Snapdragon X Elite, and it looks like we're in for a treat
More power Qualcomm has made some early claims about the performance of its next Snapdragon X Elite for Windows laptops, and it's looking pretty incredible.
If you're mad Google is killing your favorite ad blocker, the only solution is one nobody can ever take away from you
Take control Google's changes to its Manifest requirements is killing a popular ad blocker, but there's a better way to go anyway.
How to block ads on your home network with AdGuard Home on a Raspberry Pi
You might have heard of Pi-hole before, but this might be a better alternative for you.
GOG reminds everyone why they should buy games there and not Steam or Epic Games
Shots fired GOG has used the recent Steam changes to remind gamers that when you buy from them, you actually have some ownership.
Steam makes a valuable change to how it sells games, and the whole world will benefit
About time Valve has got ahead of the State of California's new law and is now telling customers exactly what they're buying.
I finally pulled the trigger on this essential Steam Deck and ROG Ally storage upgrade — here's why you need it
Upgrade Internal storage on the Steam Deck or ROG Ally is far better than using microSD cards, and a bigger drive is the best investment you can make.
I use this almost every day to create my own personal cinema, and now you can too for under $100
Beam me up To go with your XREAL glasses, you should really consider the Beam if you consume a lot of media. When it's under $100, it's a no-brainer to create your own personal cinema.
It's the right time to see why this is my favorite PC and Steam Deck accessory, thanks to this hot Prime Day deal
Must buy The XREAL Air 2 Pro glasses are the best PC accessory I've used in the last five years, and while they're discounted by this much, it's very much the time to see what all the fuss is about.
Samsung T7 review: The portable SSD to get right now
Review Samsung's other new portable SSD is as good as its fingerprint-toting sibling, but with a more attractive asking price.
Best controller for Fortnite in 2024
Victory Royale Fortnite is one of the most popular games on the planet, and also super competitive. To get a leg up on the competition, you need to make sure you've got the best controller in your arsenal.
Easy Anti Cheat isn't playing nice with Windows 11 24H2, but happily you SHOULDN'T be affected by it — here's why
BSOD Windows 11 24H2 has an issue on some PCs with Easy Anti Cheat causing BSOD errors, but most gamers shouldn't be affected as Microsoft has implemented mitigation measures for now.
Razer Synapse 4 finally turns into the app we always wanted it to be, as its lengthy beta period comes to an end
Big changes Razer Synapse 4 is out of beta and ready for general release, just in time for the new Sensa HD packed Kraken V4 Pro and Freyja haptic seat cushion.
California signs a law that will make digital game stores fess up about your lack of ownership of what you're buying
About time From 2025 in California, digital stores will have to be honest about whether you're really buying the content, or merely access to a license to it.
Spotify's nifty AI playlist tool is available to more people, but Windows users aren't among them
AI tunes Spotify has announced an expansion of its AI Playlist tool to build lists of killer tunes with a single text prompt, but that expansion doesn't include Windows PCs.
Razer Wolverine V3 Pro review: The closest thing we have to Xbox controller perfection right now
Review The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro is the company's first wireless controller for Xbox, and it is absolutely glorious. There are also bits of top PC gaming tech in here, just for added brilliance.
"When you use the model, you save enormous amounts of energy" — NVIDIA CEO says they can't do graphics anymore without AI
AI FTW NVIDIA's CEO has been talking all things AI, and there are some quotes which are particularly pertinent to PC gaming, and, surprisingly for AI, where it's more energy efficient.
If the PS5 Pro (and sparkly Xbox Series X) price is the new normal, I'll be done with console gaming after more than 30 years
Nope Both Xbox and PlayStation are pushing console prices dangerously close to the point it makes no sense to buy one anymore. And I don't think I will.
Ubisoft finally learned a valuable lesson about always online games, but it's still too late
Lesson learned Ubisoft faced massive backlash when it decided to kill The Crew by turning off the servers and not adding an offline mode. But it looks as though one lesson has finally been learned.
How to sideload apps onto the XREAL Beam
Sideload The original XREAL Beam has far more limited app support than its successor, but that doesn't mean you have to stick with it. Here's how to try more apps on it.
The Sega Dreamcast: Microsoft on consoles before the days of Xbox
The Goat Before there was Xbox, Microsoft partnered with Sega to bring Windows to the console. Sort of. This is the tale of the Sega Dreamcast, probably the most underrated console ever made.
How to update XREAL glasses on PC, Android, and using the Beam
Guide XREAL's glasses will occasionally need to install updates, but it's not immediately obvious how you would do such a thing. So we'll walk you through it step-by-step.
