Location
Dallas-Forth Worth, Texas
Expertise
PCs and laptops, Peripherals, Gaming hardware
- Mears is a proud member of the Writer's Guild of America East.
- He has provided on-the-ground coverage and analysis of industry events like CES 2026.
- Marcus loves getting under the hood of his daily driver tech, frequently tinkering with his custom-built PC and mechanical keyboards.
Experience
Marcus Mears III has been covering consumer tech news, features, reviews, buying guides, and deals for over five years at some of the web's most popular destinations. Most recently, he served as TechRadar's computing reviews and buying guides editor, where he dedicated his coverage to guiding readers to the perfect product. He has also held the position of buyer's guides editor at MakeUseOf and reviews editor at LifeSavvy Media. Technology has always been a key facet of his life, from building computers with his sister in their childhood home to building what is now a successful career in tech journalism.
SlashGear's content hails from a group of experienced technology and automotive editors and a wide-ranging team of writers, engineers, enthusiasts, and experts across consumer tech and transportation. Our goal is to provide up-to-the-minute breaking news coverage as well as original and engaging opinion and editorial content that serves as the ultimate resource for those who want to stay up to date on the latest and greatest the industry has to offer.
Our editors, advisors, and fact-checkers conduct regular reviews to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of our articles. Complete information on our editorial process available here.
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Technology
By Marcus Mears III
Long before smartphones and streaming, a handful of iconic gadgets shaped the daily lives of Baby Boomers, leaving them with lasting childhood memories.
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Laptops
By Marcus Mears III
Are you looking to purchase a new laptop? Discover the five most frustrating issues that owners most commonly face with HP more than with any other brand.
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Technology
By Marcus Mears III
If you've got a geeky dad for whom you're searching for a fun Father's Day gift, Sam's Club may have exactly what you need for a reasonable price.
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Smartphones
By Marcus Mears III
Walmart has a couple of accessories for less than $20 that can upgrade your driving experience. Here's what they are and how they can help you.
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Laptops
By Marcus Mears III
Chromebooks and iPads are both viable options for anyone looking to avoid buying a Windows laptop, but each platform has its specific use cases.
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Technology
By Marcus Mears III
Both laptop screens and monitors tend to get dirty rather easily, especially if they're shiny OLED panels. Can you use eyeglass cleaner on them?
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Wearables
By Marcus Mears III
Love the health data but hate the monthly subscription of Whoop? Discover five affordable fitness trackers that deliver premium metrics with no recurring fees.
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Before buying a 27-inch monitor for your desk, find out why many remote workers are switching to completely different screen setups instead.
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Technology
By Marcus Mears III
Beneath rows of solar panels in Tennessee, an innovative experiment is unfolding that could change how farms produce food, power, and profit.
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TVs and Streaming
By Marcus Mears III
Think a Smart TV becomes a brick without Wi-Fi? The truth is more surprising and many key features may still work perfectly fine without Wi-Fi.
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Technology
By Marcus Mears III
Returning a fridge or dishwasher to Walmart? It might not be as simple as you think. Here's what you need to know about Walmart's return rules and deadlines.
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An Always On USB port is a handy feature, but it’s not always easy to spot. We explain what it does and how to identify your USB ports with confidence.
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TVs and Streaming
By Marcus Mears III
Best Buy and Amazon battle fiercely on TV prices, but subtle differences in shipping, protection plans, and bundles could make one the smarter buy.
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Audio
By Marcus Mears III
Those little holes on your earbuds do more than you might think. Their purpose helps explain why music can sound rich and clear, or strangely muffled.
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TVs and Streaming
By Marcus Mears III
Before you purchase your next TV or monitor, find out what the term UHD actually means — and why it’s often confused with other tech buzzwords.
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