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Turn on & configure the backhaul on ASUS routers with AiMesh

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
16.03.2023

Do you have two or more ASUS routers with AiMesh? Or maybe a ZenWiFi mesh system? Do you want to improve the coverage and bandwidth of your wireless network? In this case, consider tweaking the backhaul used by the ASUS routers or ZenWiFi units in your AiMesh network. A great idea would be to set them to use a faster wireless band. Or, even

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Samsung Galaxy S23+ review: Large, fast, and light!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
15.03.2023

People who are into large smartphones but don’t have the budget to buy the very expensive Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will surely look at the Samsung Galaxy S23+ when doing their research. This model packs the same hardware and features as the smaller Galaxy S23, but it offers a larger screen and increased autonomy. Is this enough to sway you into buying it? To

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ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQ review: A fast 4K IPS gaming monitor

Codrut Neagu
14.03.2023

I recently decided to change my main monitor and replace it with a new one with a 4K resolution. As I also wanted something that offers excellent performance in gaming, I chose to try the ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQ. Featuring a 4K IPS panel with a 32-inch diagonal, 1 ms response time, and a fast 160 Hz refresh rate, it promised to tick all

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Motorola moto g53 review: Good-looking and affordable

Codrut Neagu
10.03.2023

Besides high-end Android devices, Motorola also manufactures mid-range and entry-level smartphones. Among them, a recent model is the moto g53, a phone that promises to deliver all you need for everyday use in a good-looking package and for an affordable price. While some compromises have clearly been made to keep the costs low, the moto g53 might prove to be the smartphone that you

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AMD EXPO vs. Intel XMP: How are they different? Which is better?

Codrut Neagu
08.03.2023

Along with releasing their latest Ryzen 7000 processors, AMD also revealed information regarding AMD EXPO. If you’ve been looking at DDR5 RAM options, you probably noticed that some of them are compatible with Intel XMP, while others are certified for AMD EXPO. What do these acronyms mean, and why does it matter what kind of RAM you’ll buy? Moreover, what’s the real-life difference between

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ASUS ROG Destrier Ergo review: The Sci-Fi ergonomic chair!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
07.03.2023

Even though I’ve been using gaming chairs for years, I’m not generally too fond of them. That’s because some of their features, like lumbar and neck support, are usually poorly designed and don’t really help in improving your health and posture. They’re mostly marketing gimmicks, not real, well-thought-out features. However, there are exceptions, like the futuristic ASUS ROG Destrier Ergo (SL400), which received many

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Synology DiskStation DS223 review: Compact and efficient!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
03.03.2023

Synology recently launched a new Network Attached Storage (NAS) solution aimed at home users and small businesses that want to create a secure private cloud or data backup hub. It features a compact design, an efficient ARM processor, and Synology’s powerful DiskStation Manager (DSM) operating system. If you’re curious about what it has to offer and whether it’s a good fit for your specific

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Intel Core i7-13700K review: High performance, balanced pricing

Codrut Neagu
01.03.2023

Starting with the 12th Gen and continuing with the 13th Generation Raptor Lake architecture, Intel has some of the best desktop processors. One of the most attractive models is the Intel Core i7-13700K, a CPU that can reach 5.40 GHz in boost mode, with 16 cores, 24 threads, and excellent pricing. But what else does it bring to the table, and how does it

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TP-Link Archer AX23 review: Wi-Fi 6 for everybody!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
28.02.2023

The market is flooded with new Wi-Fi 6 routers at all prices. In recent months, I tested mostly mid-range and premium routers. However, there are plenty of affordable options in shops, and choosing the right one can be challenging. Among the best-sold models is TP-Link Archer AX23, a router that, for a low price, offers all the basics people need. If you want to

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ASUS TUF Gaming NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti OC Edition review

Codrut Neagu
24.02.2023

The latest family of NVIDIA graphics cards, the RTX 4000 series, includes so far three GPUs: the RTX 4090, RTX 4080, and the RTX 4070 Ti. There will be an RTX 4060 too, but we don’t have any official information about it when writing this review. Today, RTX 4070 Ti is the most affordable option, but that doesn’t mean it’s weak by any means.

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3 ways to find out your iPhone or iPad screen resolution

Diana Ann Roe
23.02.2023

Are you wondering about your iPhone’s resolution? Do you want to know your iPad’s screen size? iPhones and iPads are well known for their bright and beautiful displays, their screens being one of the things people love most about these devices. Knowing your iPhone’s screen size or your iPad’s resolution can help if you’re looking for a wallpaper that fits or wondering whether your

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AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX review: A champion of gaming!

Codrut Neagu
22.02.2023

At the time of writing, the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX is the top-end graphics card from AMD. Promising to offer top-notch performance in any game, including in 4K resolutions, this GPU looks like one of the best choices you can make in 2023. Aiming to compete and even overthrow Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 4080, both in terms of performance and price, the Radeon RX

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Samsung’s Battery widget: How to add, use, and configure it

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
20.02.2023

In the new OneUI 5.1 update for Samsung Galaxy smartphones, based on Android 13, there’s a new Battery widget. It gives you a quick overview of the battery status for different Samsung devices you may use, like the phone itself, Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Watch 5, or the S Pen, in case you have a Samsung Galaxy Ultra device. Here’s how to

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ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 (2023) review: The ultimate power!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
17.02.2023

Back at CES 2023, ASUS revealed a new line-up of powerful gaming laptops packed with all the latest hardware. One of the most impressive models is the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18, which features the newest high-performance processor from Intel and the most powerful mobile graphics card from NVIDIA. Just by looking at it, it’s clear that this laptop aims to be a desktop

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What is AMD EXPO, and should you enable it for your DDR5 RAM?

Codrut Neagu
16.02.2023

With the launch of their latest Ryzen 7000 processors, AMD also shared details about AMD EXPO. If you’ve followed AMD’s announcements or if you’ve been looking to buy DDR5 memory, you might have an idea of what AMD EXPO is and what it does. However, there’s also a chance that this might be the first time you have heard of it. If you want

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Kingston FURY Beast DDR4 RGB Special Edition review

Codrut Neagu
14.02.2023

Although DDR5 memory is slowly but surely increasing its adoption rate and lowering its price, DDR4 memory is still a choice for many. While raw data transfer speeds offered by DDR4 can’t match DDR5, the advantage of tighter timings (lower latencies) and the costs are still important aspects to consider in favor of DDR4. If you’re looking for the best DDR4 memory for your

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TP-Link Tapo P115 review: Compact and affordable smart plug!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
13.02.2023

TP-Link has developed a new line-up of smart home devices named Tapo. The company manufactures all kinds of smart devices under the Tapo brand: surveillance cameras, smart plugs, smart bulbs, light strips, and even robot vacuums. I needed to buy a smart plug that offers real-time energy monitoring, isn’t very bulky, and has an affordable price. After some research, I found the Tapo P115

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ASUS ROG Rapture GT6 review: The first mesh Wi-Fi for gamers!

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
09.02.2023

ASUS has many devices designed for gamers, from graphics cards to gaming monitors or accessories like mice and keyboards. During the last couple of years, they’ve also been manufacturing gaming-oriented routers under their Republic of Gamers brand. However, the company wasn’t present in one specific niche: gaming mesh wireless systems. That’s about to change with ASUS ROG Rapture GT6: their first gaming mesh Wi-Fi

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Why is the Intel Core i9-13900K one of the best CPUs of 2023?

Codrut Neagu
07.02.2023

The Core i9-13900K is one of the most powerful desktop processors created so far by Intel. Part of the Raptor Lake family, it’s built on a hybrid architecture similar to the one used on Alder Lake but with improved performance and significantly higher frequencies. What makes these CPUs, and especially the Intel Core i9-13900K, so special? What’s the underlying technology that makes them tick

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What is Wi-Fi 6E? How does it compare to Wi-Fi 6?

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
06.02.2023

If you’re looking for a new router or mesh Wi-Fi system, you may have noticed that some of them support a new standard called Wi-Fi 6E. If you want to know more about Wi-Fi 6E, how it works, its advantages and disadvantages, and how it compares to Wi-Fi 6, read this article, in which I explain everything you need to know: What is