Tag: Manufactured goods
How to choose a CPU in 2023: processor buying guide
The central processing unit (CPU), also known as the processor, is the very heart of your computer. Responsible for anything from running Netflix to assisting in complex AI tasks, it’s one of the few components without which your PC really can’t run. That’s why it’s so important that you buy one of the best processors available.
However important the choice might be, deciding on a processor can be challenging, mostly because the specifications can get very confusing — and even
The best smart home devices for 2023
With hundreds of incredible products available, it can be intimidating to piece together a smart home. From smart displays and smart thermostats to smart light bulbs and video doorbells, not only are there tons of categories to browse, but each category is filled with highly reviewed products that can be difficult to distinguish from one another. If you’re in the market for a new smart home gadget or are just starting your smart home journey, there are tons of factors
Razer Blade 14 (2023) review: making the best better
Razer Blade 14 (2023)
MSRP $2,600.00
“Better from top to bottom, the 2023 Razer Blade 14 is one of the best gaming laptops you can buy (assuming you can afford it).”
Pros
- Fantastic gaming performance
- Relatively cool and quiet
- Solid IPS screen
- Great battery life and portability
Cons
- Bulky charger
- More expensive than the previous model
Almost immediately, last year’s Razer Blade 14 catapulted to the top of our best gaming laptops ranking. Razer could have phoned it in on
Dell XPS 17 (2023) review: still great, but going a bit gray
Dell XPS 17 (2023) review: still great, but going a bit gray
MSRP $2,950.00
“The XPS 17 9730 is a disappointing update, and it’s losing its leadership position.”
Pros
- Solid productivity performance
- Good gaming performance
- Excellent build quality
- Great keyboard and touchpad
- Superior IPS display
- Classic design
Cons
- Dramatic drop in battery life
- Webcam is just 720p
- No Wi-Fi 6e
- Productivity performance unimproved
When Dell updated the XPS 15 for 2023, it upgraded to Intel’s 13th-gen CPUs and added a
Best Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra screen protectors: top 12 picks
Looking for a new smartphone that’s big, powerful, and crammed with some of the latest and greatest tech you can find? The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra fits the bill perfectly. The massive Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.8-inch display is gorgeous, and it’s backed up by some top-tier flagship power, an incredible 200-megapixel main camera, and more next-generation features than you can shake a stick at.
But your screen is your portal into your S23 Ultra’s world, so keeping it safe and
Best iPad Deals: Save on iPad Air, iPad Mini and iPad Pro
Officially, the biggest deals are behind us, at least until later this year, but even so, it’s still possible to find some great iPad deals. Discounts have appeared on several of the most popular iPads. But rather than recommend you do all the work, we’ve rounded up the best iPad deals you can buy online today, with fantastic discounts on the new 10.2-inch iPad, the latest iPad Air, the travel-friendly iPad Mini, and the top-of-the-line iPad Pro. You can also
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV first drive: EQ continues
Mercedes-Benz is one of the oldest automakers in existence, but it’s been among the quickest to launch a lineup of electric cars. It may not have the freshness of a startup, but what it does have are actual cars to sell to customers.
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is the middle child of Mercedes’ electric SUV lineup, slotting between the entry-level EQB and the flagship EQS SUV, and targeting electric luxury SUVs like the Audi E-Tron, BMW iX, and Cadillac
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 first drive: welcome to the future
While some automakers are just beginning to get into electric cars, Hyundai’s EVs have already taken several evolutionary steps. From the Ioniq Electric to the Kona Electric to the Ioniq 5, the South Korean brand’s EVs have steadily become more sophisticated in tech and design. And Hyundai isn’t stopping.
The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a follow-up to the Ioniq 5, wrapping the earlier model’s hardware in very different styling. With the Ioniq 5 and most other EVs from mainstream
Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 review: AMD just won
Asus ROG Strix Scar 17
MSRP $3,500.00
“The Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 is a solid gaming laptop, buoyed by the excellent AMD processor inside.”
Pros
- Chart-topping processor performance
- High-end gaming performance
- DLSS 3
- Decent value considering the hardware inside
- Solid port selection
Cons
- Lackluster screen
- Mostly plastic body
AMD has struggled for a few years to make the list of the best gaming laptops, but Asus’ new Strix Scar 17 might be an inflection point. Serving as a showcase