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The biggest Labor Day deals on Apple devices include 33% off Apple TV 4K

Expand your Apple ecosystem with these great deals just in time for Labor Day.

1 day ago by Rebecca Isaacs in Laptops

The 5 best VPN services: How do the top VPNs compare?

What is the best VPN overall? Our top pick is ExpressVPN because of its performance. We researched and analyzed the top VPN services -- with a focus on the number of servers in the network, level of encryption, ability to unlock streaming services, and compatibility with phones, computers, and TVs.

1 day ago by David Gewirtz in VPN

The 5 best streaming mics: Start that podcast or Twitch channel

What is the best streaming mic? The Blue Yeti is our top choice for its live mic monitoring, USB connectivity, and plug-and-play compatibility with Windows, Mac, and ChromeOS devices. We compared mics by price, connectivity, audio quality, and more.

2 days ago by Taylor Clemons in Streaming Devices

The 6 best laptops for college: Top back-to-school laptops

What is the best laptop for college and going back to school? The Apple MacBook Air is our top choice. We analyzed features like pricing, ratings, display, memory, and more to make our top picks.

2 days ago by Charlie Osborne in Laptops

Get this powerful refurbished 13.3-inch MacBook Air for under $300

This 2013 MacBook Air weighs just three pounds while offering plenty of performance, storage space, and a high-definition display.

3 days ago by StackCommerce in Deals

The 5 best gaming mouse pads: Elite mats for control and speed

What is the best gaming mouse pad? Our top pick is the Corsair MM800 RGB Polaris. It comes in a woven-fabric or a micro-textured hard surface, providing exceptional precision and control. We analyzed size, material, and thickness to choose the top mouse pads.

August 20, 2022 by Taylor Clemons in Gaming Accessories

Double your laptop's screen space with the Mobile Pixels DUEX Plus -- now $100 off

This portable dual-screen laptop extension lets you view extra content, and it can even flip closed for supreme portability.

August 20, 2022 by StackCommerce in Deals

The 5 best laptop cooling pads: Stop overheating and chill out

What is the best laptop cooling pad? ZDNET's No. 1 choice is the Targus Portable Chill Hub for its metal construction, ergonomic height settings, and four USB pass-throughs. We researched and compared pricing as well as other features like fan speed and max laptop size to determine our top pick and four honorable mentions. Laptop cooling pads can help keep your computer running more efficiently and prevent damage from overheating.

August 20, 2022 by Taylor Clemons in Laptops

Apple 13-inch MacBook Pro (M2, 2022) review: M1 owners aren't missing out

The M2 MacBook Pro delivers excellent performance and battery life, but the design is now looking tired.

August 18, 2022 by Cliff Joseph in Laptops

Running out of laptop storage? Try these three solutions

When you bought your laptop last year, you thought it had enough storage. Now you're running out of disk space and struggling every time you save a file. Here's what you can do.

August 18, 2022 by Ed Bott in Laptops

Lenovo doorbuster sale event: Save 40% on IdeaPad Flex 5 with this code

Lenovo's doorbuster tech event is not to be missed.

August 18, 2022 by Charlie Osborne in Laptops

Get this refurbished MacBook Air at almost 80% and help kids in need

This 2015 MacBook Air has an Intel i5 processor with 128 SSD, 4GB RAM, and a stunning Retina display.

August 18, 2022 by StackCommerce in Deals