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article Intel NUC 13 Pro & NUC 13 Extreme: Business or gaming?

Intel NUC 13 Pro & NUC 13 Extreme: Business or gaming?

Intel recently launched two new series of Mini PCs in the Intel NUC family. These are the Intel NUC 13 Pro and Intel NUC 13 Extreme, two types of small form factor PCs designed and aimed at different audiences, but both offering high computing performance and plenty of customization options. While the Intel NUC 13 Pro is aimed at businesses in need of powerful
review Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S10 review: For mid-sized living spaces!

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S10 review: For mid-sized living spaces!

Xiaomi recently launched a new lineup of smart devices, which includes new robot vacuum cleaners for all budgets. These devices have gotten smarter and more efficient in the last couple of years, and I was curious to see the progress made by Xiaomi. So the company sent me their Xiaomi Robot Vacuum S10 (model number B106GL) for testing: it’s a mid-range robot vacuum cleaner
review HUAWEI P60 Pro review: Unconventional in many ways!

HUAWEI P60 Pro review: Unconventional in many ways!

When publishing this review, HUAWEI just released its latest flagship smartphone in Europe: the HUAWEI P60 Pro. As one of the first people to test it, I can say that it’s an impressive smartphone in many key areas, from its elegant design to the outstanding camera system. And, if you compare it to other flagship devices from Samsung and Apple, the fast charging of
article What is USB? Types of USB, speeds, ports & connectors

What is USB? Types of USB, speeds, ports & connectors

The USB technology has been around for almost three decades now. We’ve become so used to it that we take it for granted and don’t consider it special. Although you surely used a USB device, it is possible that you don’t really know what USB means and what it does. You might have heard some acronyms like USB Type C or USB 3, but
review Razer Stream Controller X review: Hotkeys on your desk

Razer Stream Controller X review: Hotkeys on your desk

Over the last decade, streaming has turned from something curious to something that’s now mainstream. :) As such, more and more specialized applications and devices have surfaced on the market. Such is the case with desktop controllers that aim to offer a faster and more handy way of launching apps and performing various actions on your PC without having to rely on keyboard shortcuts
tutorial How to change the screen timeout on iPhone

How to change the screen timeout on iPhone

It’s important to learn how to change the screen timeout on iPhone. Maybe your hands are full while following instructions on your device’s display, so it would be helpful to know how to keep your iPhone screen on. Or perhaps you want to learn how to change Auto-Lock on iPhone to protect your data from unauthorized access or to save battery. Regardless of your
review TP-Link Archer AX55 review: A popular choice!

TP-Link Archer AX55 review: A popular choice!

Routers around the 100 USD mark are very popular, and for a good reason: they offer the features most people need, solid Wi-Fi and decent wireless coverage. TP-Link Archer AX55 is one of the best-sold models at this price, and I was curious to test it myself and see what it offers in the real world. If you want to know whether the popularity
review Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 43″ review: Impress(ive) in many ways!

Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 43″ review: Impress(ive) in many ways!

Samsung is investing a lot in Mini-LED technology. They’ve recently launched their first flat Mini-LED smart gaming monitor, with an impressive size of “just” 43 inches. Yes, you read that right: Odyssey Neo G7 model G70NC (S43CG702NN) is a huge monitor that requires a lot of space. Not only that, but it also tries to blur the line between a Smart TV and a
article Which is better at FSR: AMD or NVIDIA?

Which is better at FSR: AMD or NVIDIA?

Are you a gamer? If you are, I bet you know about the game-changing technology called AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR). It’s meant to boost your graphics performance, and it works on almost any GPU, even your old one! With FSR, you can enjoy higher frame rates and smoother gameplay, regardless of whether you have a Radeon or a GeForce card. However, although FSR
review Realme C55 review: A smartphone for people on a budget!

Realme C55 review: A smartphone for people on a budget!

Realme benefits from less brand awareness than many of its competitors. However, the company has been on an upward trajectory for quite some time, especially in markets where affordable devices are sought after. For example, in India, in 2022, Realme became the second-largest smartphone manufacturer after Xiaomi, which is an impressive feat. The time has come for the company to launch new devices on
review Microtech e-tab Pro 4 review: Affordable and underpowered

Microtech e-tab Pro 4 review: Affordable and underpowered

Tablets are no longer what they used to be a couple of years ago. Most manufacturers refrain from designing and creating as many models as they used to, but some are still keeping the market alive. Not too long ago, I received in testing a reasonably affordable tablet running on Windows 11, made by an Italian company called Microtech. As it’s been a while
review Kingston Fury Beast White RGB 32GB DDR5-6000 review

Kingston Fury Beast White RGB 32GB DDR5-6000 review

If you have a desktop processor from Intel’s 12th or 13th generations, or an AMD Ryzen 7000, you might want or have to pair it with DDR5 memory. Fortunately, as time passes by, prices are lowering, and new memory modules are surfacing on the market. One of the most active manufacturers in this area is Kingston, and one of its most popular RAM series
review Realme 10 review: Budget-friendly with excellent features

Realme 10 review: Budget-friendly with excellent features

The Realme 10 is one of the latest offerings from the Chinese smartphone brand that aims to deliver high performance and build quality at an affordable price. It sports a stylish design, a stunning display, a mid-range processor, and a set of cameras that promise to be able to shoot beautiful photos and videos. Would you like to know more about it and see
review ViewSonic VG2756V-2K review: The monitor for business users!

ViewSonic VG2756V-2K review: The monitor for business users!

If you are a business user, always carrying your laptop around, you need a monitor that helps you become more productive and reduce the number of cables you have to plug in when you work at your desk. ViewSonic VG2756V-2K is such a monitor with some interesting features: it can be used as a docking station that charges your laptop, and it has built-in
review ASUS RT-AX59U review: Discreet, good-looking, and flexible!

ASUS RT-AX59U review: Discreet, good-looking, and flexible!

Some users don’t like traditional wireless routers with external antennas. Others want to hide their router from view by mounting it on a wall or placing it in the corner of a room. However, only a few routers cater to these needs. Luckily, ASUS has recently launched the RT-AX59U for these users. A dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router with a beautiful design, solid hardware, and
review Topdon TC001 review: A brilliant thermal imaging camera

Topdon TC001 review: A brilliant thermal imaging camera

Thermal imaging cameras can detect infrared radiation and translate it into visible images. Such devices can be useful in a wide range of applications, such as inspecting electrical systems, finding heat or water leaks, or detecting fire hazards. In this review, I’m testing the performance and features of the Topdon TC001 thermal imaging camera. Does it meet the manufacturer’s claims of offering high resolution
review ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-I Gaming WiFi review: Small yet powerful

ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-I Gaming WiFi review: Small yet powerful

The ASUS ROG Strix Z790-I Gaming WiFi is a small motherboard designed for Intel’s latest processors from the 13th and 12th generations. Although mini-ITX motherboards such as this one usually have to let go of many features and ports simply because they’re too small to accommodate everything, the ROG Strix Z790-I Gaming WiFi doesn’t want to do that. Instead, it uses some clever design