Peripherals

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A cheap HDMI and DisplayPort cable plugged into the back of a PC.
I tested the cheapest HDMI 2.1 cables I could find, and they handled 4K gaming flawlessly

I use the cheapest HDMI and DisplayPort cables (even though everybody tells me not to)

Two DisplayPort cables and an HDMI cable plugged into a graphics card, with the HDMI cable crossed out.
HDMI doesn't belong anywhere near your PC (except in these 3 situations)

DisplayPort beats HDMI for PC gaming, but HDMI still wins in these 3 scenarios

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BenQ MA270S monitor displaying macOS.
The $999 Mac monitor that makes Apple's $1,599 Studio Display hard to justify

The BenQ MA270S offers discerning Mac users a native retina display option for less money than Apple.

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A hand holding an electric air duster in front of a gaming PC.
I wasted years buying compressed air cans—this $20 electric duster changed everything

Compressed air cans are a waste of money—here's why I got an electric duster instead

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Person using a computer next to UGREEN thunderbolt 5 hub.
Save on UGREEN's Thunderbolt 5 docks and upgrade your workspace

UGREEN's Maxidok line has everything you need to make your MacBook a fully-fledged workspace.

 HDMI and USB c ports on the side of the Lenovo Slim Pro 7
5 things you can connect to that extra HDMI port

If you've got an unused HDMI port, don't let it go to waste.

A Google ChromeOS Flex USB Kit made with Back Market.
Google's $3 USB stick turns your old PC into a ChromeOS machine

Upgrade your old PC or Intel Mac with Google's new ChromeOS Flex USB Kit, now available on Back Market for just $3

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Anker Nano Power Strip attached to a desk, powering a laptop and phone
Anker’s new 10-in-1 Nano Power Strip keeps your desk clutter-free

Anker’s new strip can complement existing cable management solutions.

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Razer Pro Type Ergo keyboard
Razer's first split ergonomic keyboard is here

Prioritizing productivity over gaming, but keeping the RGB vibes intact.

A close-up of two USB-C Thunderbolt 4 ports on a laptop.
8 things you can do with your laptop's USB port (besides charging)

It's a humble port with near-endless potential.

USB 3 and USB 2 ports sits next to each other on the back of a motherboard.
USB 2.0 is still better than USB 3 (and your new laptop agrees)
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Stop plugging your mouse into a USB 3 port—5 reasons USB 2.0 is secretly better

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NZXT Relay Speaker hooked up to a desktop PC
I finally ditched my $300 gaming headset—why desktop PC speakers are my best upgrade in years

While your monitor or tower can come with its own sound, it's always better to have a device built and dedicated to audio.

Different Charmast portable chargers
Charmast's 10,000mAh portable charger has built-in cables (no extra wires needed)

This post is sponsored by Charmast

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Amazon Prime box opened with the logo above
These are the 15 best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals

Don't sleep on these great discounts

Couple outside with a portable charger
This 10,000mAh portable charger is powerful and ready for your next outing

This post is sponsored by INIU

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A woman reclines in a LiberNovo Omni chair,
Update your office seating with LiberNovo’s Spring Refresh promotion

This article is sponsored by LiberNovo

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Close-up of a USB-A flash drive.
USB-A costs pennies to make, which is why it'll outlast USB-C
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Why the massive manufacturing cost of USB-C guarantees the ancient USB-A port will outlive it

A laptop with an external hard drive operating as a NAS.
A $5 USB hub turned my broken laptop into a working desktop

I almost threw away my old laptop until a $5 accessory proved me wrong

Two UPS units side-by-side against a teal background with battery and power icons.
Stop treating your UPS like a dumb battery: 4 UPS settings I use to keep my home server alive

A UPS isn't just for blackouts. It can stabilize messy power, protect hardware, shut down your PC safely, and even monitor energy use.

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The Windows logo over a blurry desktop background.
Windows 11 is making big changes to printing, because printers are awful

Don't worry, your old printers won't break... at least for a while.

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