Intel Arrow Lake is here but already we're considering what's next for the company's desktop-class CPUs. We're set to see an Arrow Lake Refresh of sorts for 2025, but Nova Lake is on the horizon for the following year and it could be a big deal for Intel. There are some things the company simply must get right for the launch to be successful — and for AMD to start feeling the heat.

Forget about your mouse DPI or how many buttons it has on it; how does it smell? If you ever wish your mouse smelled like an air freshener, then first of all, I really want to know what kind of specs you look for in your hardware. However, most importantly, Asus has finally released the perfect mouse for you.

You might think VS (Visual Studio) Code is just for programmers. After all, it looks like a complex tool filled with cryptic code and a developer-focused interface. But that couldn't be further from the truth. This open source editor is a hidden gem for anyone who works with text. Whether you are writing a blog or novel, organizing research, taking detailed notes, or simply managing your thoughts, VS Code’s clean interface, lightning-fast performance, and incredible extensibility make it the ultimate productivity tool.

Developers often struggle with complex dependencies and inconsistencies between environments, while users have to deal with installing and running applications that rely on specific configurations. Docker containers address this issue by providing an efficient method for managing software. It eliminates the frustrating ‘it doesn’t work on my machine’ scenarios and offers a consistent and predictable experience for users deploying pre-built tools.

They say change is the only constant. Nvidia probably took it to heart when launching the RTX 40 series, as they simultaneously debuted the infamous 12VHPWR connector. Taking a break from the conventional 8-pin PCIe cables, Team Green wanted to herald a new age of GPU connectors and high-performance power delivery, but things didn't exactly go according to plan.

If you've kept up-to-date with your GPU news, you'll know that The RTX 5090 situation gets even worse as some boards are confirmed to be defective. The issue meant that the boards would have a lower ROP count than what was expected, which harmed performance in turn. Well, it seems that the RTX 5070s are also affected by the issue, but Nvidia says that people shouldn't be too worried about it.

For those with bottomless pits of cash, every device in the world is a must-have. For the rest of us, dropping huge sums of money on a piece of technology needs ample justification. For instance, I abandoned my dream of upgrading to the RTX 5080 thanks to third-party reviews, supply issues, and the disappointing VRAM. It just wasn't a smart decision. PC upgrades, however, aren't the only things I refuse to spend on.

Microsoft Rewards allows users to accumulate points through daily activities like in-game challenges, searches, quizzes, and Microsoft Store purchases. Many members use these points to get an Xbox Game Pass subscription without spending a dollar.

If you’ve ever wanted to build a home lab for your computing experiments, there’s a deluge of cool virtualization platforms you can choose from. But over the last couple of years, Proxmox has dominated the home server front with its hardcore features, and is considered the be-all-and-end-all virtualization platform by tinkerers and computing enthusiasts.

With the arrival of Nvidia's new RTX 50 series, we had to say goodbye to PhysX 32-bit support. This is a pain if you want to play older games that rely on the technology, as your performance will be pretty abysmal. Fortunately, a Redditor has found a solution: install a second GPU that supports PhysX and have it do all of the heavy lifting. Genius.

When you’ve armed your home with smart gadgets and IoT paraphernalia, there are several ways you can enhance their functionality. There’s Home Assistant, which offers an easy UI to manage your smart home equipment. For a full-on surveillance system, you can opt for Frigate, MotionEye, or ZoneMinder. Then you’ve got Node-RED, a visual programming tool that makes automating your living space a cinch.

You can't go wrong with a docking station if you're looking to enhance your current laptop setup. This Anker Power Expand features 12 ports, and is also dirt-cheap right now at just $45 if you're an Amazon Prime member. It's the best price we've seen on this model and definitely one to get if you need additional ports and new ways to connect.