Skip the 5K monitor for gaming and go with a 4K instead — here's why
5K is even sharper than 4K UHD, but it's for a specific audience. As a gamer, you won't be able to get as much use out of it as you might think.
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What is Dolby Atmos for Headphones and is it worth it for gamers?
A look into whether Dolby Atmos for Headphones — with its free trial on both PC and Xbox — can unlock spatial audio on a normal pair of stereo headphones.
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What free gifts does Xbox give you on your birthday?
During your birthday week, you can claim a special gift from Xbox. Let's see what it is and how to claim it.
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20+ things you may have missed in the GTA 6 extended look
The GTA VI extended-look trailer is full of clues, if you know where to look.
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How Xbox controllers have changed in the last 25 years
Every Xbox controller has the familiar ABXY buttons and offset thumbsticks. But Microsoft has slowly evolved the controller over its quarter-century life.
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Is a liquid-cooled PC worth it?
Air cooling is reliable, while liquid cooling is visually slick. Which one you should use depends on how heavy you game on your system.
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Nintendo GameCube discs were small for a reason
The format remains unique in console history.
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USB4 Vs USB-C: What's the difference between them?
There's a pretty major difference between USB-C and USB4. We'll dive into the details and how to tell them apart.
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How to fix stick drift on PS5 and Xbox controllers
Giving your controllers a good clean can help with stick drift.
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How to connect Bluetooth headphones to your PS5
The PS5 may not support Bluetooth audio directly, but there are workarounds.
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What are the differences between Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 2.4G wireless devices?
Wireless connectivity comes in many different flavors, here's how they differ.
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The world's smallest USB drive has more storage than an iPhone 17
At a time when storage space commands a premium price, SanDisk's Extreme Fit drive is worth a look.
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Windows 11 Home Vs Pro: What's the difference, and is it worth the upgrade?
Most Windows 11 users don't need to bother with the Pro version of Microsoft's operating system.
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Smartwatch vs smart ring for health tracking: The difference between these two wearables
Deciding between a smartwatch or a smart ring? Here's what to know.
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What's the difference between Amazon's Echo Dot and Echo Dot Max?
Better bass and a much newer processor are the main differences between the old Echo Dot and the newer Echo Dot Max.
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Your old Google Pixel smartphone could be repurposed in a data center
Keeping phones out of landfills and doing useful things is a good thing.
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What's the difference between USB 3.0 & 2.0 and which should you use?
The ports look the same, but one is much faster than the other.
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Your Apple Watch calorie tracker is an educated guess, not a fact
Accurately counting calories requires more data than a smartwatch can easily gather.
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The reason why the MacBook Air doesn't need a fan
Apple Silicon delivers enough performance without overheating.
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The 20 percent rule for solar panels can help you save money in the long run
Building your solar panel system with some extra capacity makes managing it a bit easier.
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Does charging your phone in your car waste gas?
Charing your phone in the car may technically use energy, but not enough to give a second thought.
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Surround sound speaker channel numbers explained: Bigger isn't always better
Here's what to pay attention to when building a home theater system.
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What the leaf icon on Google Maps really means (and why it confuses so many users)
Eco-friendly routes on Google Maps are worth checking out, but there are a few things to know before you do.
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You can easily scan QR codes that are already on your phone
Android and iOS both have built-in tools to easily open QR codes from screenshots.
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