The Mac Mini has become one of the best options if you're looking for a compact PC that's packed with power. And while we loved the latest Mac Mini in our review, we do wish that it offered more ports. That's where this Ugreen docking station for the Mac Mini comes into play, offering a wide range of connectivity options in a sleek package.

A true desktop replacement. That's what MSI's Titan range has always represented, and some new components and a fresh coat of paint haven't changed that. It's an 18-inch gaming laptop built for maximum power, delivering 270 watts to flagship hardware from Intel and Nvidia. It has the grunt to be a true desktop replacement, not a portable gaming companion that forces you to sacrifice performance. You should use it as a desktop replacement, too, because most of the elements that make the MSI Titan 18 HX AI a laptop aren't very good.

PC specifications are a curious thing — the more aware you are, the less you pay attention to them. The specs play an important role when comparing components for a new build, especially when you're new to PC building. With time, however, you tend to ignore some less obvious specs and features that could come back to bite you. While you might be studying cores, clock speeds, cache, DRAM, and connectivity features closely, some other specs can fly under the radar.

Qualcomm is working on its next-gen Oryon CPU core, and the company plans to detail its capabilities in full at the Snapdragon Summit in September. Now, Qualcomm's Alex Katouzian has shared a release window, saying that next-gen Snapdragon X chips should start showing up in devices in Q1 2026. Although Qualcomm didn't have many announcements at Computex this year, it laid out plenty of teases for what's coming next, including the next-gen Oryon core and its expansion into the data center market.

MSI is busy launching numerous products at Computex 2025, and one of the highlights is the all-new Claw A8. This has a rather unique name compared to its existing Claw gaming handheld line-up, and that's because this thing doesn't have an Intel processor inside. Opening up the handheld, which is not recommended, would reveal an AMD Z2 Extreme. As well as this stunning new portable console, we've got a few motherboards, laptops, and more to get through.

I've been meaning to get my backup game together for a while, and after reading about self-hosted storage solutions on XDA, I decided to give it a try. Setting up TrueNAS cloud sync felt like crossing into grown-up backup territory, and it's something I should have done sooner.

I recently started using a Mac as my daily driver, and every now and then, I come across features that are absolute lifesavers. I've become a huge fan of features like AirDrop and Spotlight. Every time I use a Windows device, I find myself wishing it had something similar. Another particularly useful feature is Smart Folders. They let you create virtual folders that collect files from anywhere on your Mac based on custom criteria. macOS keeps these folders updated automatically as new files are created or saved that match the conditions you've set.

MSI has revealed its latest iteration of its Claw PC gaming handheld — and this time, it’s powered by AMD. The company showed off the Claw A8 BZ2EM at Computex 2025, which comes with an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme chip along with up to 24GB of DDR5 memory.That’s a bit less than the 32GB of memory that came with the Intel-equipped Claw 8 AI Plus released late last year, but it still has an 8-inch full HD display, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 1TB M.2 SSD. The AMD-powered Claw A8 will also come in two colors: white and lime green.MSI had a bit of a rough start with the release of its original Claw handheld in March 2024, but it seemed to redeem itself with the launch of the MSI Claw 8 AI Plus. Lenovo also snapped up one of AMD’s new handheld-focused chips for the Legion Go S, but it uses the weaker Z2 Go version that my colleague Sean Hollister said “can’t compete” with its predecessor’s Z1 Extreme.There’s a new MSI Claw 8 AI Plus “Polar Tempest” edition, too, which features an up to Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor and a 2TB NVMe SSD. It also has what MSI calls a “glittering” white coating. MSI didn’t reveal a release date or price for either model, but it will likely be in the same ballpark as the standard Intel-powered MSI Claw 8 Plus, which Best Buy lists as costing $999.99.

Are you tired of exporting data to Excel just to make sense of it? What if you could interact with your databases as naturally as you work with spreadsheets? Here is where a dedicated add-in called SaveToDB comes into play. Don’t mistake it as another add-in for Excel. It's a game-changer that seamlessly bridges the gap between Excel's intuitive interface and the robust power of databases.

The Streeam Deck Modules can be easily added to customized mounts and other projects.Elgato announced a new “Stream Deck Everywhere” strategy at Computex, which includes a software-based virtual Stream Deck for PCs, an ethernet dock accessory, unbranded Stream Deck modules that can bring its keys into other products, and even new scissor-switch keys for a more precise, keyboard-like feel. “With these launches, we’re opening up Stream Deck to a world of new users, from developers and DIY builders to manufacturers seeking a field-proven interface for their products,” said Elgato general manager Julian Fest. “Because Stream Deck isn’t just a device—it’s a platform.Stream Deck Modules are designed for hobbyists and manufacturers to easily integrate into hardware projects instead of ripping apart the consumer version or developing their own custom macropad solutions. The modules are available in 6-, 15-, and 32-key variants and are housed in an aluminum chassis that can be built into custom bases, machines, and furniture, making it possible to actually create Elgato’s ridiculous 1,262-key April Fools’ desk.The Stream Deck Modules are available now starting at $49.99 for the six-key version, $129.99 for the 15-key, and $199.99 for the 32-key. Elgato technical marketing manager Philipp Eggebrecht told The Verge that discounts will be offered for bulk purchases.A new variant of the MK.2 Stream Deck has been introduced that replaces the membrane keys with scissor-style switches that provide “enhanced speed and precision,” according to Elgato. Eggebrecht says the scissor keys variant costs $149.99 and will be available in “around two weeks.” Stream Deck buttons that feel more like keyboard keys would make it easier for users to tell they’ve clicked something without having to look at the device. Elgato describes the scissor switch variant as something that “lends itself to typing-style interactions, paving the way for new use cases that benefit from rapid, multi-layered input and control,” which could be testing the waters for a Stream Deck keyboard or any other application requiring precise controls.“The idea of a full LCD-key based keyboard is interesting. We’ve explored it in the past and so far, what we’ve found is that the experience hasn’t been great, and there’s the cost question,” Eggebrecht told The Verge. “We’re getting closer to a keyboard feeling with Stream Deck Scissor Keys, and always looking at the technology and what is becoming possible. Stream Deck and keyboards are a natural fit.”Elgato is also rolling out a software-only Stream Deck for desktop devices, akin to the existing Stream Deck mobile app. The Virtual Stream Deck (VSD) can provide a permanent macro menu on computer screens or be summoned at will when users hit allocated hotkeys and mouse buttons. The VSD software will initially be available for people who own a Corsair Scimitar Elite Wireless SE mouse, Xenon Edge touchscreen, or any Stream Deck model, before later rolling out to “more devices.”Custom layouts, virtual faceplates, and support for beyond six buttons require iPhone and Android Stream Deck users to pay for Pro access, which starts at $2.99 monthly or $49.99 as a one-time purchase. Eggebrecht says Elgato’s desktop VSD isn’t locked behind a subscription, but does require users to install the Stream Deck 7.0 beta.A new $79.99 Stream Deck network dock accessory was also announced that includes support for power over Ethernet (PoE), which lets you place its buttons anywhere there’s a network jack, and with more flexibility than USB-C affords by itself. Eggebrecht says the Stream Deck network dock will start shipping in August.

I'm still in the mess around and finding out stages of my home lab journey. My current experimentation phase is which reverse proxy solution to use for accessing my self-hosted apps from wherever, with easily remembered subdomains of a domain I own. So far, I've dabbled with Nginx, graduated to Nginx Proxy Manager, played with Pangolin, and tinkered with Traefik, but one other name keeps coming up. That's Caddy, which bills itself as 'the ultimate server', but it's much more than that.

Qualcomm didn't need to hold a keynote at Computex 2025, but the moment CEO Cristiano Amon took the stage, it was immediately clear why Qualcomm had a presence at the show. A year ago, Qualcomm introduced the Snapdragon X Elite, and although there have been some bumps with bringing Windows on Arm to life, Qualcomm has had a remarkable run with its chips in just 12 months.