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How Much Would It Cost To Build A PC That Can Compete With The PS5 Pro?

staff@slashgear.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:15:00 +0000

The price of the PS5 Pro continues climbing. If you're going to shell out that much, maybe you should consider building a similar PC. How much would that be?

5 Affordable Android Tablet Alternatives To The Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra

staff@slashgear.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0000

The Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra offers flagship performance at a steep price. These cheaper Android tablets give you strong specs without spending nearly as much.

10 Of The Best Features Of AMD GPUs

staff@slashgear.com (Ritwik Mitra) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0000

From lower prices to smoother frame rates, these AMD cards can offer just as much as NVIDIA cards and more, including Anti-Lag 2, FreeSync, and FSR.

Could Lenovo's $700 IdeaPad Vibe Be A True MacBook Neo Competitor?

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Apple's MacBook Neo up-ended the midrange laptop market when it launched a few months ago. Is Lenovo's IdeaPad Vibe a solid competitor or just a wannabe?

Apple's New Products Are Coming Next Week, And We Already Know What To Expect

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:40:22 +0000

Apple has announced a new event in just a few days called "Pro and Tell." Turns out, we've already got a pretty good idea of what's going to go down.

Why Did Old-School Computers Have Green Text?

staff@slashgear.com (Emma Street) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:15:00 +0000

Whenever you see a computer screen from the 1980s the text is always green and there are several reasons for that. Here's everything you need to know.

Don't Pay For A PC Optimizer – Windows Has Better Tools Built In

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 01:15:00 +0000

Spending money on PC cleanup apps? Discover how Windows' built-in tools safely automate system maintenance, clean junk, and fix file corruption.

3 Signs It's Time To Replace Your Laptop (Not Just Repair It)

staff@slashgear.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:15:00 +0000

Pouring cash into an old PC? Discover three telltale signs it is finally time to replace your aging laptop instead of paying for another repair.

5 Forgotten Windows Features That Are Pure Nostalgia

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Windows has changed a lot over the decades, and plenty of once-familiar features have disappeared along the way. Here are a few you may still remember.

9 Tablets That Outperform The OnePlus Pad Go 2

staff@slashgear.com (Ritwik Mitra) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0000

While the OnePlus Pad Go 2 is a perfectly serviceable mid-range tablet, it's not the only game in town; there are both Android and iOS tabs that outperform it.

Is A Patch Cable The Same As An Ethernet Cable?

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:15:00 +0000

When referring to networking cables, you'll often hear them called Ethernet cables, but sometimes they're called patch cables, too. Are they the same thing?

5 New Laptops Coming Out Soon That Might Be Worth The Wait

staff@slashgear.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 08:30:00 +0000

There are always new laptops waiting over the horizon, so you should typically just buy what you need now, but these few PCs might be worth waiting for.

The Biggest Drawbacks Of Switching To Windows From Mac

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0000

Thinking about replacing your Mac with a Windows PC? There are plenty of benefits, but some familiar features and conveniences may be difficult to leave behind.

5 Budget-Friendly Tablets That Can Replace Your Old Laptop

staff@slashgear.com (Sarah Chaney) — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Replacing an old laptop with a new tablet might not always be feasible, but there are affordable tablets with more than enough capability for everyday use.

The MacBook Neo Is The Best MacBook For Repairability In Over A Decade

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:15:00 +0000

The new MacBook Neo adheres to Right to Repair in a way no other Apple gadget has done in the past decade. This means good news for your wallet.

10 Best Student Laptops In 2026, Ranked By Price

staff@slashgear.com (Hisan Kidwai) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0000

A student laptop needs to be portable and reliable, but these models can be so much more.

4 Laptop Brands That Put Repairability First

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:15:00 +0000

Tired of glued-down components and disposable tech? Discover four laptop brands leading the charge with modular designs and easy self-repairs.

Up Close With Googlebooks: Here's The Android-Ish Future

staff@slashgear.com (Adam Doud) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:07:30 +0000

Googlebooks deliver a whole new approach to the future Google envisions for the notebook -- and it's not a Chromebook. It's Android -- sort of -- have a look!

8 Of The Best Gaming Laptops Under $1000

staff@slashgear.com (Ritwik Mitra) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Buying a computer these days has become an extremely expensive proposition, especially if you like gaming. That doesn't mean you can't find a good deal, though.

5 Tech Brands Trying To Compete With Apple's MacBook Neo

staff@slashgear.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 02:45:00 +0000

The MacBook Neo caused a bit of a stir around the tech industry. Naturally, other laptop manufacturers responded fairly quickly with colorful competitors.