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  13. <title>This ingenious neck fan kept me blissfully cool during a 95°F heatwave</title>
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  23. <p>Stuck inside without air conditioning? Doing a brutal hike on the hottest day of the year? I found a gadget that will almost instantly make you feel cooler. With temperatures rising this summer, the heat is on to find ways to quickly cool down. </p>
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  27. <p>Yes, it’s a fan, but it’s not one of those cheap battery fans that demands you hold it in your hand and aim it at your face. My new favorite chilling solution—available for $100 on Amazon—is a surprisingly powerful hands-free fan that you can wear on your body. Meet the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/TORRAS-Conditioner-Dual-Airflow-Rechargeable-Essentials/dp/B0DRP2TGRB?th=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Torras COOLify Air</a> neck AC fan.</p>
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  31. <p>Of course, fans don’t lower the temperature of the air itself, but they do create a breeze that accelerates the evaporation of sweat to help your body cool down.</p>
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  35. <p>I’m writing this from the Mediterranean island of Cyprus, where 97-degree temperatures are making life extremely uncomfortable (at least while I’m outside the blessed cool of the hotel AC).</p>
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  39. <p>Saving me daily from heatstroke and a sweaty head, the travel-friendly, adjustable COOLify Air is a neck-worn air conditioner that incorporates two fans and an extremely welcome cooling plate at the back of the neck. And how’s this for validation: I saw two more neck fan users by the pool.</p>
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  50. <p>Thirty-six vents expel a refreshing 360-degree airflow that directs an icy breeze above and below your neck. It creates a satisfying wind chill effect almost immediately. You really <em>do </em>feel the difference as soon as you turn it on.</p>
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  54. <p>Yes, wetting a cloth with cool water and wrapping it around the back of your neck can offer similar instant relief, but when that cloth dries out, you need to wet it again to repeat the process. Not so with the COOLify Air.</p>
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  58. <p>The neck fan is lightweight at 14oz (400g) and beats the sensation of a wet cloth. It’s rated to keep running between 4 and 20 hours depending on which of the five air-power settings (up to 8,450rpm) you use. It’s rechargeable via USB-C.</p>
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  69. <p>The COOLify’s ice plate at the back of the wearable fan cools the large blood vessels near the neck’s surface, which allows body heat to escape. It turn out that cooling one’s neck is the quickest way to lower the temperature of your head and brain. The fan then blows that heat away from your body to keep you cool.</p>
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  73. <p>The Air is one of <a href="https://coolify.torraslife.com/collections/neck-air-conditioner" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">several COOLify neck fan models</a> available from maker Torras. There are more expensive variants (at up to <a href="https://coolify.torraslife.com/collections/neck-air-conditioner/products/coolify-cyber" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">$329</a>) with more vents and motors and specialized apps, but the $149 entry-level Air offers most of what you need for a quick or prolonged cooling at the lowest cost. At the time of this writing, you can find it at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/TORRAS-Conditioner-Dual-Airflow-Rechargeable-Essentials/dp/B0DRP2TGRB?th=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Amazon for around $110</a>. That’s more than you’ll pay for a cheap hand fan, but you’ll thank yourself every time the mercury rises.</p>
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  77. <p>It is still recommended to drink lots of cold water and engage in all the other cool-down tips, but this neck AC fan is my go-to travel companion for keeping cool. I’m not going anywhere hot without it in my bag.</p>
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  126. <title>Best ultrawide monitors: Picks for gaming, budget, 5K, premium, and more</title>
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  136. <p>Do you want a large expanse of usable display space, but without the hassle of setting up dual monitors? An ultrawide monitor is the ticket. Ultrawide monitors have a wider display panel that provides an immersive experience and far more screen real-estate than your average widescreen.</p>
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  140. <p>I’ve tested a bunch of ultrawide monitors in order to name the best picks in various categories ranging from those optimized for gaming to those suited for professional use. Below you’ll find a curated list of my favorites in each category. I describe my evaluation process for monitors at the bottom of this article.</p>
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  149. Alienware AW3423DWF – Best ultrawide monitor </h2>
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  167. <li>Excellent contrast ratio </li>
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  171. <li>Top-notch color gamut and accuracy</li>
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  175. <li>Great motion clarity </li>
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  179. <li>Respectable HDR performance</li>
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  183. <li>Extremely competitive price</li>
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  188. <li>Stand is a bit too large</li>
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  192. <li>No USB-C</li>
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  196. <li>Maximum HDR brightness is lackluster</li>
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  287. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-alienware-aw3423dwf">Who should buy the Alienware AW3423DWF?</h3>
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  289. <p>The Alienware AW3423DWF is a legendary monitor that will satisfy the widescreen needs of pretty much anyone. It packs the incredible contrast and realism of OLED in a 34-inch widescreen panel, yet it’s priced at less than $1,000. That’s not inexpensive, but it’s better value than other OLED monitors available right now.</p>
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  291. <p>Image quality is where it stands out. It delivers a vivid, immersive, rich experience with deep black levels and bright highlights, which are enhanced by the display’s glossy finish. Movies and games seem nearly three-dimensional — as if you’re looking through a window, not staring at a monitor.</p>
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  293. <p>The display offers an enhanced refresh rate of up to 165Hz and supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro for smooth frame pacing in games. However, its excellent image quality will be impressive in everyday use, as well.</p>
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  295. <h3 class="" id="alienware-aw3423dwf-further-considerations">Alienware AW3423DWF: Further considerations</h3>
  296.  
  297. <p>The monitor is not bright, especially in SDR, so it’s a bad choice for a brightly lit room. We also noticed the OLED panel has trouble rendering small fonts smoothly. These are minor issues, though, and shouldn’t trouble most owners.</p>
  298.  
  299. <p>It has good connectivity, with two DisplayPort inputs and one HDMI, as well as a USB-A hub with four ports. There’s even a healthy range of calibration options that help demanding owners dial in the image to their personal specifications.</p>
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  312. MSI MPG 341CQPX – Best ultrawide for gaming </h2>
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  328. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  329. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  330. <li>USB-C power with 98 watts of Power Delivery</li>
  331.  
  332.  
  333.  
  334. <li>Great color performance</li>
  335.  
  336.  
  337.  
  338. <li>Higher HDR peak brightness than some peers</li>
  339.  
  340.  
  341.  
  342. <li>240Hz refresh rate and outstanding motion clarity</li>
  343. </ul> </div>
  344. <div class="product-chart-column">
  345. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  346. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  347. <li>Stand is too large</li>
  348.  
  349.  
  350.  
  351. <li>Works with FreeSync and G-Sync, but lacks certification</li>
  352.  
  353.  
  354.  
  355. <li>SDR brightness is mediocre</li>
  356. </ul> </div>
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  363.  
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  366. $899.99 </span>
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  457. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-msi-341cqpx">Who should buy the MSI 341CQPX?</h3>
  458.  
  459. <p>While our pick for best ultrawide overall above is designed with gaming in mind, we actually think the MSI MPG 341CQPX is superior for that singular activity. This 34-inch QD-OLED display has a panoramic 21:9 aspect ratio that pulls you deeper into your favorite games. It’s especially excellent for games that lean on immersion (like simulation titles) or that show a lot of information on-screen at once (like MMORPGs and strategy games). </p>
  460.  
  461. <p>The MSI 341CQPX has a Samsung QD-OLED display that delivers vibrant colors and stunning contrast. The monitor handles both SDR and HDR content well. The 240Hz refresh rate, meanwhile, offers ultra-crisp motion clarity. It supports the VESA Adaptive Sync standard and will work with both AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync. </p>
  462.  
  463. <h3 class="" id="msi-341cqpx-further-considerations">MSI 341CQPX: Further considerations</h3>
  464.  
  465. <p>While the MPG 341CQPX is a great ultrawide for gaming, it’s practical for day-to-day productivity and can work well with many home office setups. It has a USB-C port with 98 watts of Power Delivery, which means it can power your laptop and handle video over a single cord.  </p>
  466.  
  467. <p>The monitor does have a couple flaws. The stand is larger than it needs to be and will feel cramped on a small desk. There’s also no RGB-LED lighting on the back of the panel, which is common on competitive gaming ultrawides. </p>
  468.  
  469. <p>Pricing excuses these nitpicks, though. Available for $890 or less at some online retailers, the MPG 341CQPX is not much more expensive than older QD-OLED ultrawide monitors, like the Alienware AW3423DW, with a lower refresh rate and no (or more limited) USB-C. The MPG 341CQPX’s price is more than reasonable given is advantages over its predecessors.   </p>
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  498. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  499. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  500. <li>Plenty of connectivity and menu options</li>
  501.  
  502.  
  503.  
  504. <li>Good contrast ratio</li>
  505.  
  506.  
  507.  
  508. <li>Solid color performance</li>
  509.  
  510.  
  511.  
  512. <li>Up to 144Hz refresh rate with good motion clarity</li>
  513. </ul> </div>
  514. <div class="product-chart-column">
  515. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  516. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  517. <li>Stand setup uses screws instead of clip mechanism</li>
  518.  
  519.  
  520.  
  521. <li>Modest maximum brightness</li>
  522.  
  523.  
  524.  
  525. <li>HDR is supported but lackluster</li>
  526. </ul> </div>
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  536. $329.99 </span>
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  617.  
  618. <p>The Gigabyte GS34WQC is an impressive ultrawide monitor for gamers on a budget. It has a sharp 34-inch display with a resolution of 3440×1440, which is paired with a 120Hz refresh rate (overclockable to 135Hz) and support for AMD FreeSync, ensuring smooth and consistent gameplay. Camera movements are detailed, and fast-paced action is easily tracked.</p>
  619.  
  620. <p>Beyond its motion clarity, the GS34WQC offers great image quality that’s comparable to monitors twice its price. It has a Vertical Alignment (VA) panel instead of the more common In-Plane Switching (IPS). This provides improved contrast with deeper black levels and more convincing shadow detail in dark scenes. These qualities make it especially suitable for games with a dark, gritty presentation.</p>
  621.  
  622. <h3 class="" id="gigabyte-gs34wqc-further-considerations">Gigabyte GS34WQC: Further considerations</h3>
  623.  
  624. <p>The monitor sports a boring but functional design. It has an ergonomic stand that provides height and tilt adjustment, but its assembly requires manual attachment of four screws, unlike competitors with tool-free clip-in stands. The GS34WQC compensates with an intuitive menu system that has extensive customization options, allowing gamers to tailor the visuals to their preferences.</p>
  625.  
  626. <p>Value, however, is where the GS34WQC really beats the competition. It’s not the least expensive budget ultrawide monitor, but it delivers better image quality and motion clarity than many competitors while keeping the price in check. Indeed, the GS34WQC is so good it makes $400-to-$500-dollar ultrawide gaming monitors more difficult to recommend. The GS34WQC looks just as good at a lower price.</p>
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  629. Read our full
  630. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2123304/gigabyte-gs34wqc-review.html" target="_blank" score="4.5">
  631. Gigabyte GS34WQC review </a>
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  639. Dell U4025QW – Best 5K ultrawide monitor </h2>
  640. </div>
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  651. <div class="product-chart-body">
  652. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  654. <div class="product-chart-column">
  655. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  656. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  657. <li>Sharp, vibrant, color-accurate 5K display</li>
  658.  
  659.  
  660.  
  661. <li>Incredible connectivity including Thunderbolt, Ethernet</li>
  662.  
  663.  
  664.  
  665. <li>Long list of menu options and features</li>
  666.  
  667.  
  668.  
  669. <li>120Hz refresh rate is impressive at this resolution</li>
  670. </ul> </div>
  671. <div class="product-chart-column">
  672. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  673. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  674. <li>Stand is wobbly and hard to adjust</li>
  675.  
  676.  
  677.  
  678. <li>Contrast ratio remains far short of OLED competitors</li>
  679.  
  680.  
  681.  
  682. <li>HDR doesn’t look its best</li>
  683.  
  684.  
  685.  
  686. <li>Extremely expensive</li>
  687. </ul> </div>
  688. </div>
  689. </div>
  690. </div>
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  694.  
  695. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  696. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  697. $2,399.99 </span>
  698. </div>
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  722. <span>
  723. $1549 </span>
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  733. <span>
  734. $1,549.99 </span>
  735. </div>
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  743. <div class="price-comparison__price">
  744. <span>
  745. $1549.99 </span>
  746. </div>
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  755. <span>
  756. $1949.99 </span>
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  786. <div class="product-content">
  788. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-dell-ultrasharp-u4025qw">Who should buy the Dell Ultrasharp U4025QW?</h3>
  789.  
  790. <p>This is the monitor for people who want a big, sharp monitor to serve as the focal point for a desktop command center. This excellent ultrawide monitor has a vast 40-inch display and 5K resolution that ensures every detail is sharp and defined. But it’s not just about its size and clarity; it’s packed with features, too.</p>
  791.  
  792. <p>Visually, the U4025QW is a treat, offering unparalleled sharpness and an expansive workspace that enhances productivity and elevates entertainment. The monitor’s impressive 120Hz refresh rate is a rare find at this resolution, ensuring smooth motion on the Windows desktop and in games. It even has an IPS Black display panel, which improves contrast and delivers a more realistic, immersive image.</p>
  793.  
  794. <p>The U4025QW’s connectivity is extensive. It has Thunderbolt, Ethernet, HDMI, and DisplayPort, as well as a USB hub that includes multiple downstream USB-A and USB-C ports. The monitor’s menu options and settings provide significant image quality control as well as useful features like picture-in-picture and picture-by-picture modes.</p>
  795.  
  796. <h3 class="" id="dell-ultrasharp-u4025qw-further-considerations">Dell Ultrasharp U4025QW: Further considerations</h3>
  797.  
  798. <p>The monitor’s stand isn’t as robust as it should be, and while the contrast ratio of IPS Black is commendable, it can’t rival OLED. But the most serious downside is the price, which soars close to $2,000. Still, given its size, image quality, and connectivity, this do-everything display can pack a lot of productivity on a single screen.</p>
  799. </div>
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  801. Read our full
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  803. Dell U4025QW review </a>
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  811. LG Ultragear 45GX950A-B – Best big-screen gaming monitor </h2>
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  823. <div class="product-chart-body">
  824. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  826. <div class="product-chart-column">
  827. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  828. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  829. <li>Class-leading 5K2K resolution</li>
  830.  
  831.  
  832.  
  833. <li>Strong SDR image quality</li>
  834.  
  835.  
  836.  
  837. <li>Solid HDR brightness</li>
  838.  
  839.  
  840.  
  841. <li>Incredibly immersive 45-inch ultrawide panel</li>
  842. </ul> </div>
  843. <div class="product-chart-column">
  844. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  845. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  846. <li>Design isn’t bad, but not up to the price tag</li>
  847.  
  848.  
  849.  
  850. <li>Limited USB connectivity</li>
  851.  
  852.  
  853.  
  854. <li>Curved display will be too extreme for some</li>
  855. </ul> </div>
  856. </div>
  857. </div>
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  862.  
  863. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  864. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  865. $1,999.99 </span>
  866. </div>
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  890. <span>
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  984. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-lg-ultragear-45gx950a-b">Who should buy the LG Ultragear 45GX950A-B?</h3>
  985.  
  986. <p>When a 35-inch ultrawide isn’t immersive enough, there’s LG’s Ultragear 45GX950A-B. This is <em>the</em> best big-screen gaming monitor.</p>
  987.  
  988. <p>The monitor’s class-leading 45-inch 5K2K (5120×2160) OLED panel helps to set the monitor apart, providing a resolution previously unseen in this size class. It’s a significant upgrade over lower-resolution predecessors, like the Corsair Xeneon Flex. The higher resolution pairs well with OLED’s excellent contrast and color performance. HDR performance is solid, with brightness comparable to other leading OLED monitors.</p>
  989.  
  990. <p>Motion clarity is good, as well. The monitor is a “dual mode” display, meaning it can achieve 5120×2160 at a refresh rate up to 165Hz, or 2560×1080 up to 330Hz. It also supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync for smooth gameplay.</p>
  991.  
  992. <h3 class="" id="lg-ultragear-45gx950a-b-further-considerations">LG Ultragear 45GX950A-B: Further considerations</h3>
  993.  
  994. <p>The 45GX950A-B is expensive, and its aggressive 800R curve can feel “off” for productivity. The monitor also has limited USB connectivity. USB-C input is supported, but it only has two downstream USB-A ports.</p>
  995.  
  996. <p>However, if your priority is unparalleled immersion backed by incredible sharpness and excellent HDR on a truly massive display, the LG Ultragear 45GX950A-B is a winner.</p>
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  1001. LG Ultragear 45GX950A-B review </a>
  1002. </p>
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  1006.  
  1008.  
  1009.  
  1010. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="recent-monitor-reviews-and-features">Recent monitor reviews and features</h2>
  1011.  
  1012.  
  1013.  
  1014. <ul class="wp-block-list">
  1015. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2762193/dell-pro-34-plus-usb-c-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2762193/dell-pro-34-plus-usb-c-review.html">Dell Pro 34 Plus USB-C</a>: This is a decent choice if you want an ultrawide with lots of connectivity, but the monitor’s image quality fails to impress.</li>
  1016.  
  1017.  
  1018.  
  1019. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2621265/asus-rog-swift-oled-pg27ucdm-review.html">Asus ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM</a>: This 27-inch 4K QD-OLED monitor delivers beautiful image quality and a generous list of features. But it’s not cheap.</li>
  1020.  
  1021.  
  1022.  
  1023. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2615229/msi-mpg-321urxw-qd-oled-review.html">MSI MPG 321URXW QD-OLED</a>:  Another excellent 32-inch 4K QD-OLED monitor, with the added benefit of USB connectivity.  </li>
  1024.  
  1025.  
  1026.  
  1027. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2558718/hp-omen-transcend-32-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2558718/hp-omen-transcend-32-review.html">HP Omen Transcend 32</a>: USB-C connectivity and top-tier SDR image quality help this 4K OLED monitor earn its high asking price.</li>
  1028.  
  1029.  
  1030.  
  1031. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2562838/viewsonic-td1656-2k-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2562838/viewsonic-td1656-2k-review.html">Viewsonic TD1656-2K</a>:  This portable touchscreen monitor has a sharp image and includes a passive stylus — a great option for bullpen productivity.</li>
  1032.  
  1033.  
  1034.  
  1035. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2587275/asus-zenscreen-smart-monitor-ms27uc-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2587275/asus-zenscreen-smart-monitor-ms27uc-review.html">Asus ZenScreen Smart Monitor MS27UC</a>: This monitor doesn’t deliver the best image quality, but it fills a niche for shoppers who want smart TV features in a small display.</li>
  1036.  
  1037.  
  1038.  
  1039. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2589659/benq-pd2730s-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2589659/benq-pd2730s-review.html">BenQ PD2730S</a>: This monitor will call to creative professionals with its 5K display, but some will find its connectivity and special features just as alluring as its eye-catching image.</li>
  1040.  
  1041.  
  1042.  
  1043. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2587275/asus-zenscreen-smart-monitor-ms27uc-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2587275/asus-zenscreen-smart-monitor-ms27uc-review.html">Asus ZenScreen Smart Monitor MS27UC</a>: This monitor doesn’t deliver the best image quality, but it’s a good jack-of-all-trades for shoppers who need smart TV features in a small display.</li>
  1044.  
  1045.  
  1046.  
  1047. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2558718/hp-omen-transcend-32-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2558718/hp-omen-transcend-32-review.html">HP Omen Transcend 32</a>: It’s pricey even for a 32-inch 4K OLED monitor, but makes up for that with great USB-C connectivity and top-tier SDR image quality.</li>
  1048.  
  1049.  
  1050.  
  1051. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2577908/how-to-prevent-the-monitor-from-flickering-during-games.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2577908/how-to-prevent-the-monitor-from-flickering-during-games.html">How to prevent screen flickering when playing games</a></li>
  1052.  
  1053.  
  1054.  
  1055. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2442725/i-switched-to-an-ultrawide-monitor-its-a-bigger-change-than-i-expected.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2442725/i-switched-to-an-ultrawide-monitor-its-a-bigger-change-than-i-expected.html">I switched to an ultrawide monitor. It’s a bigger change than I expected</a></li>
  1056. </ul>
  1057.  
  1058.  
  1059.  
  1060. <p>You can find even more monitor recommendations in our roundup of the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/811315/best-monitors-2.html" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/811315/best-monitors-2.html">best monitors</a>.</p>
  1061.  
  1062.  
  1063.  
  1064. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-to-look-for-in-an-ultrawide-monitor">What to look for in an ultrawide monitor</h2>
  1065.  
  1066.  
  1067.  
  1068. <p>Ultrawide monitors are a favorite of PC enthusiasts, but remain a niche within the larger monitor market. This leaves shoppers with fewer options. Most ultrawide monitors have a 34-inch panel with a resolution of 3440×1440, and similar connectivity.</p>
  1069.  
  1070.  
  1071.  
  1072. <p>Still, these monitors can differ in several key areas. Here’s what to look for.</p>
  1073.  
  1074.  
  1075.  
  1076. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="panel-type-is-a-big-deal">Panel type is a big deal</h3>
  1077.  
  1078.  
  1079.  
  1080. <p>Ultrawide monitors offer less choice in some regards but that script is flipped when it comes to panel type. Ultrawide monitors come in a variety of panel types: IPS, VA, and OLED.</p>
  1081.  
  1082.  
  1083.  
  1084. <p>IPS panels are common in mid-range and premium ultrawide monitors. This panel type delivers great color performance, high maximum brightness, superb sharpness, and good motion performance. It’s weak in contrast, however, which can disappoint when viewing TV shows or movies.</p>
  1085.  
  1086.  
  1087.  
  1088. <p>VA panels are typically a budget option, though some are found in premium ultrawide monitors. They have better contrast than IPS panels and deliver similar color performance and brightness—however, budget VA panels tend to be merely okay in these areas. Most VA panels fall short in motion performance and may look blurry when playing fast-paced games.</p>
  1089.  
  1090.  
  1091.  
  1092. <p>OLED is king of the hill. It leads in color, contrast, and motion performance. Sharpness is often slightly reduced compared to IPS and VA, but most people will find it a minor downgrade. OLED also is the best choice for HDR.</p>
  1093.  
  1094.  
  1095.  
  1096. <p>In general, OLED is better than IPS, and IPS is better than VA. However, some people might prefer VA over IPS because it has a better contrast ratio and looks darker in dark content.</p>
  1097.  
  1098.  
  1099.  
  1100. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="a-height-adjustable-stand-is-a-must-have">A height-adjustable stand is a must-have</h3>
  1101.  
  1102.  
  1103.  
  1104. <p>All the monitors on this list provide an ergonomic stand that adjusts for height, tilt, and swivel. This is a must-have feature, but one that isn’t found on the least expensive ultrawide monitors.</p>
  1105.  
  1106.  
  1107.  
  1108. <p>As tempting as it may be to save money on a budget model without a height-adjustable stand, you would regret it.</p>
  1109.  
  1110.  
  1111.  
  1112. <p>Ultrawide monitors are bulky and tend to require a larger, heavier stand, which in turn makes them more difficult to place on an elevated platform. The old college trick of sticking a monitor on a shoe box won’t work.</p>
  1113.  
  1114.  
  1115.  
  1116. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="look-for-usb-c-but-dont-expect-it">Look for USB-C, but don’t expect it</h3>
  1117.  
  1118.  
  1119.  
  1120. <p>USB-C compatibility is an excellent feature, and <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/612470/you-should-buy-a-usb-c-hub-monitor-heres-what-you-need-to-know.html">USB-C hub monitors</a> can clear away tons of clutter on your desk. Unfortunately, many ultrawide monitors don’t support USB-C yet, or have limitations that detract from the USB-C port’s usefulness.</p>
  1121.  
  1122.  
  1123.  
  1124. <p>Asus’s ProArt PA348CV, our favorite ultrawide for professionals, is one exception. It has a USB-C port with up to 90 watts of Power Delivery, and the port drives a USB-A hub with four downstream ports.</p>
  1125.  
  1126.  
  1127.  
  1128. <p>Dell, HP, and BenQ also offer ultrawide monitors with USB-C. Most of these lack an enhanced refresh rate, however, and they’re typically more expensive than the Asus.</p>
  1129.  
  1130.  
  1131.  
  1132. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="pricing-is-important-and-can-swing-wildly">Pricing is important—and can swing wildly</h3>
  1133.  
  1134.  
  1135.  
  1136. <p>Monitor pricing is always important, but it’s key for ultrawide monitors. Although very expensive at MSRP, ultrawide monitors routinely see huge price cuts during seasonal sales. They also receive major semi-permanent price cuts later in their life.</p>
  1137.  
  1138.  
  1139.  
  1140. <p>The LG Ultragear 34GN850-B is an example of this. Originally sold for $999.99, it’s now routinely available for $699.99, and went as low as $599.99 during Amazon’s Black Friday sale. That’s a 40 percent reduction in price! Waiting for a deal can save you hundreds.</p>
  1141.  
  1142.  
  1143.  
  1144. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="dont-buy-an-ultrawide-for-console-gaming">Don’t buy an ultrawide for console gaming</h3>
  1145.  
  1146.  
  1147.  
  1148. <p>A quick word of warning: You should not buy an ultrawide monitor if you plan to connect a game console frequently.  </p>
  1149.  
  1150.  
  1151.  
  1152. <p>Game consoles don’t support ultrawide aspect ratios, so you’ll see black bars on either side of the image. That’s unattractive and wastes the monitor’s potential. It’s best to stick with a widescreen monitor if console gaming is a priority.</p>
  1153.  
  1154.  
  1155.  
  1156. <p>If you’re still on the fence about whether an ultrawide is the right choice for you, see PCWorld’s article on <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/394848/are-ultrawide-monitors-worth-it.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/394848/are-ultrawide-monitors-worth-it.html">whether ultrawide monitors are worth it</a> to have all your questions answered.</p>
  1157.  
  1158.  
  1159.  
  1160. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-we-test-monitors">How we test monitors</h2>
  1161.  
  1162.  
  1163.  
  1164. <p>PC World’s team of staff and freelance reviewers conduct in-depth testing to compare monitors across a wide range of categories and price points. We test dozens of monitors each year to find the best pick for every category and price point.</p>
  1165.  
  1166.  
  1167.  
  1168. <p>Our testing uses a Datacolor Spyder X2 Ultra color calibration tool. It delivers objective, unbiased measurements for a wide range of metrics including brightness, contrast, color gamut, color accuracy, color temperature, and gamma. Results are recorded and logged for future comparison. This allows our experts to easily compare many monitors at once and eliminates subjective bias from the results.</p>
  1169.  
  1170.  
  1171.  
  1172. <p>To learn more about our testing methodology see <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2285790/how-we-test-monitors-at-pcworld.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2285790/how-we-test-monitors-at-pcworld.html">how we test monitors at PCWorld</a>.</p>
  1173.  
  1174.  
  1175.  
  1176. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block"><h2 class="faq-block-title" id="faq"> FAQ </h2><hr class="block-horizotal-divider">
  1177. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">1.</span>
  1178. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-size-of-ultrawide-gaming-monitor-is-best">What size of ultrawide gaming monitor is best?</h3>
  1179.  
  1180.  
  1181.  
  1182. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  1183. <p>Most ultrawide monitors have a 34-inch panel with a 21:9 aspect ratio, which is the best option for most gamers. </p>
  1184.  
  1185.  
  1186.  
  1187. <p>Some ultrawide monitors are available in larger sizes, but these typically aren’t the best choice for gamers. Many do not support high refresh rates. Those that do are expensive and often use the same 3440×1440 resolution found on smaller ultrawide monitors, which means they appear less sharp than a 34-inch display.</p>
  1188. </div>
  1189. </div></div>
  1190.  
  1191.  
  1192.  
  1193. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">2.</span>
  1194. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-is-the-best-resolution-for-an-ultrawide-monitor">What is the best resolution for an ultrawide monitor?</h3>
  1195.  
  1196.  
  1197.  
  1198. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  1199. <p>Nearly all 34-inch ultrawide monitors have a display resolution of 3440×1440. This is an excellent choice for gamers. </p>
  1200.  
  1201.  
  1202.  
  1203. <p>It’s sharp enough to look impressive in modern games. However, this resolution remains significantly lower in total pixel count than 4K, which makes it less demanding on graphics hardware. That’s good news if you have a mid-range graphics card like an <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/394228/nvidia-geforce-rtx-3060-review.html">Nvidia RTX 3060</a> or <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/394984/amd-radeon-rx-6600-xt-review-asus-rog-strix.html">AMD Radeon RX 6650XT</a>. </p>
  1204.  
  1205.  
  1206.  
  1207. <p>Larger 38-inch models have a higher resolution of 3840×1660—however, nearly all these monitors lack support for high refresh rates, making them a bad choice for gamers. LG offers <a href="https://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-34WK95U-W-ultrawide-monitor">a line of 34-inch 5K2K ultrawide monitors with 5120×2160 resolution</a>, but this line also lacks support for enhanced refresh rates.</p>
  1208.  
  1209.  
  1210.  
  1211. <p>A few new 45-inch ultrawide monitors are available with 3440×1440 resolution. This can be a problem, because stretching the same resolution across a much larger display reduces sharpness. We recommend 3440×1440 only for 34-inch ultrawide monitors.</p>
  1212. </div>
  1213. </div></div>
  1214.  
  1215.  
  1216.  
  1217. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">3.</span>
  1218. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="whats-the-best-refresh-rate-for-an-ultrawide-gaming-monitor">What’s the best refresh rate for an ultrawide gaming monitor?</h3>
  1219.  
  1220.  
  1221.  
  1222. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  1223. <p>A refresh rate of 144Hz to 165Hz is ideal for most ultrawide gaming monitors. </p>
  1224.  
  1225.  
  1226.  
  1227. <p>Very few ultrawide monitors exceed this refresh rate, and those that do are too expensive to make it a good value. </p>
  1228.  
  1229.  
  1230.  
  1231. <p>Also, gamers shopping for an ultrawide gaming monitor are likely to prefer immersive and graphically demanding games that make it difficult to see the full benefit of a refresh rate above 144Hz. You’ll need a high-end video card, like an RTX 3080 or AMD Radeon 6800, to drive most ultrawide gaming monitors at frame rates above 144 frames per second.</p>
  1232. </div>
  1233. </div></div>
  1234.  
  1235.  
  1236.  
  1237. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">4.</span>
  1238. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="does-an-ultrawide-gaming-monitor-need-hdr">Does an ultrawide gaming monitor need HDR?</h3>
  1239.  
  1240.  
  1241.  
  1242. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  1243. <p>HDR isn’t a must-have for an ultrawide gaming monitor, but it’s a nice addition. </p>
  1244.  
  1245.  
  1246.  
  1247. <p>Gaming is a great use case for HDR—arguably the best, in fact—and it can deliver improved image quality. We recommend buying an ultrawide gaming monitor with HDR support if your budget is $500 or more. </p>
  1248. </div>
  1249. </div></div>
  1250. </div>
  1251.  
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  1253.  
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  1260. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/811315/best-monitors-2.html">Best monitors</a></li>
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  1264. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/813301/best-gaming-monitors.html">Best gaming monitors</a></li>
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  1268. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/813361/best-4k-monitors.html">Best 4K monitors</a></li>
  1269.  
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  1306. <title>How to see your emails and calendar at the same time in Outlook</title>
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  1308. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:31:50 +0000</pubDate>
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  1314.  
  1315.  
  1316. <p>By now, most users can <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2773147/want-to-use-new-and-classic-outlook-apps-at-the-same-time-you-can-soon.html">use both the classic Outlook and new Outlook apps together</a> for email. Either way, the Outlook calendar is accessed as needed via the calendar tab in the left-hand navigation. But what if you want to see your emails <em>and</em> calendar at the same time?</p>
  1317.  
  1318.  
  1319. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093cbd211"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Calendar-in-My-Day-panel-in-new-Outlook-app-screenshot.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Calendar in My Day panel in new Outlook app screenshot" class="wp-image-2832283" width="1200" height="675" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
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  1323. </button></figure><p class="imageCredit">Joel Lee / Foundry</p></div>
  1324.  
  1325.  
  1326.  
  1327. <p>In the new Outlook app, click the <strong>My Day</strong> button at the top right of the window. It looks like a calendar icon with a checkmark in front of it. With My Day selected, a new panel appears on the right-hand side of the window, where you can see all calendar appointments for today and the following days in chronological order. My Day also has a To Do tab where you can see all your tasks.</p>
  1328.  
  1329.  
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  1334. </button></figure><p class="imageCredit">Joel Lee / Foundry</p></div>
  1335.  
  1336.  
  1337.  
  1338. <p>Meanwhile, in the classic Outlook app, you can do something similar by navigating to the <strong>View</strong> tab, clicking the <strong>To Do Bar</strong> button, then selecting <strong>Calendar</strong>. This brings up a right-hand calendar panel where you can click on specific days and see all events for that day and upcoming days.</p>
  1339.  
  1340.  
  1341.  
  1342. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
  1343. <p><strong>Further reading:</strong> <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2553767/the-best-tips-for-the-new-outlook.html">Tips for using the new Outlook app</a></p>
  1344. </blockquote>
  1345.  
  1346. </body></div>
  1347. ]]></description>
  1348. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2831831/how-to-see-your-emails-and-calendar-at-the-same-time-in-outlook.html</link>
  1349. <category>Personal Software</category>
  1350. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">2831831</post-id> </item>
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  1352. <title>Nvidia tweaks DLSS to use 20% less VRAM for upscaling</title>
  1353. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/nvidia-dlss.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="585574" type="image/jpeg" />
  1354. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:11:38 +0000</pubDate>
  1356. <description><![CDATA[
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  1359.  
  1360.  
  1361.  
  1362. <p>There’s no such thing as too much RAM—ask anyone who’s <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2573243/do-nvidias-geforce-rtx-50-series-specs-live-up-to-the-hype.html">trying to find a good deal on an Nvidia graphics card</a>. But you might not need to drop a month’s rent on a new GPU to free up some VRAM! Just wait a little while for the newest graphics card driver. The latest version of the DLSS SDK uses significantly less video memory for upscaling graphics.</p>
  1363.  
  1364.  
  1365.  
  1366. <p>The <a href="https://github.com/NVIDIA/DLSS/blob/main/doc/DLSS_Programming_Guide_Release.pdf">latest version of the software development kit</a> indicates that programs taking advantage of Nvidia’s DLSS upscaling tech—so most of the 3D games released in the last few years—will be able to do so with an approximately 20 percent reduction in video RAM usage. That’s according to <a href="https://videocardz.com/newz/nvidias-new-dlss-transformer-model-requires-20-lower-vram-usage">VideoCardz.com</a>, quoting the reduction at various resolutions from 1080p all the way up to 8K.</p>
  1367.  
  1368.  
  1369.  
  1370. <p>In layman’s terms, once these changes are applied to games via updates, you’ll be able to run DLSS optimizations with a lower graphics overhead on GPUs going back to the RTX 30 series, possibly even the 20 series. And with DLSS applied, you can put in more shiny graphics stuff while hitting the same frame rates, or just feel smug as your frames go up without any changes at all. Exactly how long it’ll take game developers to implement the changes will vary from game to game, of course.</p>
  1371.  
  1372.  
  1373.  
  1374. <p>Note that a 20 percent reduction in VRAM usage to implement DLSS doesn’t mean 20 percent VRAM freed up for any particular game. We’re talking about a 20 MB savings on a 1080p implementation, and a little over 1 GB at 8K. That’s a chunk of memory saved on the top end… but that’s a situation that only applies to $3,000+ setups. Even so, every little bit helps when it comes to graphics.</p>
  1375.  
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  1378. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2832205/nvidia-tweaks-dlss-to-use-20-percent-less-vram-for-upscaling.html</link>
  1379. <category>Graphics Cards</category>
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  1382. <title>Does reinstalling Windows really boost performance? Let’s bust a PC myth</title>
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  1384. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:11:11 +0000</pubDate>
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  1389.  
  1390.  
  1391.  
  1392. <p>If you’ve been using Windows for a long time, you’ve probably been told to periodically <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2433888/how-to-reinstall-windows-and-give-your-pc-a-fresh-start.html">reinstall the operating system</a> to keep it fresh. I remember I used to reinstall Windows XP every few months back in the day to keep it zippy. But is this necessary in 2025? Will Smith ran the numbers in a deep dive investigation—and they might just shock you.</p>
  1393.  
  1394.  
  1395.  
  1396. <p>In short, the answer is no. Based on Will’s personal Windows 11 video editing and gaming desktop, a Ryzen 9800X3D machine with 64GB of RAM, there was almost no difference between a PC that’s heavily customized and running for over a year versus a clean installation. He also tested it on the even more powerful 9950X3D.</p>
  1397.  
  1398.  
  1399.  
  1400. <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
  1401. <iframe title="CPU Performance Loss After 1 Year Of Windows" width="500" height="281" src="" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen data-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iNYfAnmuHyI?feature=oembed"></iframe>
  1402. </div></figure>
  1403.  
  1404.  
  1405.  
  1406. <p>The benchmarks showed a difference of about 3 percent for single-core tasks, and maybe a tiny bit worse for multi-threaded applications. In fact, some benchmarks showed an <em>improvement</em> in the “dirty” setup, with an SSD full of Will’s games and personal projects and RAM buzzing with background programs like Dropbox. Adobe Premiere ran 8 percent <em>faster</em> on the older setup. WHAT?</p>
  1407.  
  1408.  
  1409.  
  1410. <p>Gaming tests were a little more demonstrable. <em>Cyberpunk 2077</em>‘s built-in benchmark showed a 2.5 percent improvement on the refreshed machine, with an even better improvement for 1 percent lows. But once you turn up the visual settings with path tracing to really tax the graphics card, once again, the “dirty” machine showed a tiny advantage over the fresh install. It’s approaching the margin of error for a lot of these tests. <em>F1 2024</em> and <em>Rainbow Six Siege</em> showed dramatic improvements on a fresh machine… with frames so high your monitor probably can’t actually display them.</p>
  1411.  
  1412.  
  1413. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093cc4b89"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image_6c171f.png?w=1200" alt='Cyberpunk 2077, "clean" vs "dirty" benchmark, YouTube ' class="wp-image-2830568" width="1200" height="675" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
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  1417. </button></figure><p class="imageCredit">Foundry</p></div>
  1418.  
  1419.  
  1420.  
  1421. <p>So, these results might be shocking if you’re used to the idea that a fresh Windows install is always better for performance.</p>
  1422.  
  1423.  
  1424.  
  1425. <p>Adam and Will point out that this isn’t an exhaustive scientific test, though, and Will is a power user who knows how to keep Windows running well. But unless you’re loading up your computer with a million startup programs and dozens of Yahoo Toolbar-style crudware, it seems that a Windows refresh won’t give you the dramatic performance improvements you might have seen 10 or 15 years ago.</p>
  1426.  
  1427.  
  1428.  
  1429. <p>For more deep dives into the PC stuff that matters to you, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/pcworld">subscribe to PCWorld on YouTube</a> and check out our weekly podcast <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thefullnerdpodcast">The Full Nerd</a> while you’re over there.</p>
  1430.  
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  1433. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2830514/busting-pc-myths-does-reinstalling-windows-really-boost-performance.html</link>
  1434. <category>Windows</category>
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  1437. <title>Turn off this feature! Facebook wants the private photos on your phone</title>
  1438. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/4-facebook-7104152_1200-2.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="224070" type="image/jpeg" />
  1439. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:02:47 +0000</pubDate>
  1441. <description><![CDATA[
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  1444.  
  1445.  
  1446.  
  1447. <p>A new pop-up from Meta is causing a stir. Facebook users who want to upload stories are prompted to share their photos for “cloud processing,” reports <a href="https://www.theverge.com/meta/694685/meta-ai-camera-roll">The Verge</a>. But this also allows Meta AI to access images from their smartphones, even ones that haven’t been published to Facebook.</p>
  1448.  
  1449.  
  1450.  
  1451. <p>This raises questions about data privacy. By agreeing to “cloud processing,” you enable Meta AI to analyze your private photos. Users who activate the feature can have their photos used for collages, photo themes, or AI-generated edits. However, this gives Meta access to all images in the smartphone’s storage.</p>
  1452.  
  1453.  
  1454.  
  1455. <p>The feature is currently being tested and rolling out in Meta’s apps. Users must actively agree to use it. However, the idea of Meta AI being able to view private photos is dubious at best. On platforms such as X and Reddit, users are expressing concerns that Meta could use the photos to train its AI models, despite promises to the contrary.</p>
  1456.  
  1457.  
  1458.  
  1459. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="meta-doesnt-rule-out-use-for-training-ai">Meta doesn’t rule out use for training AI</h2>
  1460.  
  1461.  
  1462.  
  1463. <p>Meta has clarified to The Verge that the photos are not currently being used to train AI models. However, there was no clear answer to questions as to whether this is ruled out in the future.</p>
  1464.  
  1465.  
  1466.  
  1467. <p>A Meta spokesperson pointed out that the feature is voluntary and that users are informed exactly what data is being used. Nevertheless, the concern remains that the unclear communication and far-reaching access rights could undermine user trust.</p>
  1468.  
  1469.  
  1470.  
  1471. <p>To protect themselves, users should scrutinize the feature critically before activating it. If you have any concerns, you can deactivate the “cloud processing” option in Facebook’s app settings. It’s also advisable to only upload photos that you absolutely want to share, and to regularly check the app’s permissions.</p>
  1472.  
  1473.  
  1474.  
  1475. <p>The new feature shows how close the link is between data privacy and AI development. Meta faces the challenge of offering innovative features without losing the trust of users. Until it’s clear how the data will be used in the long term, users should remain cautious and keep an eye on developments.</p>
  1476.  
  1477. </body></div>
  1478. ]]></description>
  1479. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2832195/turn-off-this-feature-facebook-wants-the-private-photos-on-your-phone.html</link>
  1480. <category>Online Services, Security Software and Services</category>
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  1483. <title>Best Thunderbolt docks: Extend your laptop’s capabilities</title>
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  1485. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  1490.  
  1491.  
  1492.  
  1493. <p>I’ve tested the best laptop docking stations for several years now, and they’re incredibly useful! They add so much more to your home office than you might think: high-speed connections to mice, keyboards, printers, and multiple monitors using a Thunderbolt or USB4 connection.</p>
  1494.  
  1495.  
  1496.  
  1497. <p>Think of a Thunderbolt docking station as a complement to a modern laptop, the vast majority of which include a Thunderbolt or USB4 port. If you’re not familiar with what a docking station is or how it works, I’ll explain that too. </p>
  1498.  
  1499.  
  1500.  
  1501. <p>What this story does is recommend the best Thunderbolt docks — an overall pick, as well as budget and premium recommendations — based on my own testing of dozens of Thunderbolt docking stations. That testing includes a formal performance evaluation, of course, but also simply using each dock for several days.</p>
  1502.  
  1503.  
  1504.  
  1505. <p>Be aware that older laptops often don’t use Thunderbolt. They may have a slower, generic USB-C port instead, making our picks for the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/402858/the-best-usb-c-hubs-for-your-laptop-tablet-or-2-in-1.html">best USB-C hubs and dongles</a> a better choice. If you’re interested in productivity and not gaming, consider a middle ground: my favorite <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/801587/best-displaylink-docks.html">DisplayLink USB-C docks</a>. I explain how to make that decision below these recommendations.</p>
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  1514. Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock – Best overall Thunderbolt dock </h2>
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  1529. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1530. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1531. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1532. <li>Premium price, premium value</li>
  1533.  
  1534.  
  1535.  
  1536. <li>Integrated high-performance SSD</li>
  1537.  
  1538.  
  1539.  
  1540. <li>Generally stable</li>
  1541. </ul> </div>
  1542. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1543. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1544. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1545. <li>Eye-popping price</li>
  1546.  
  1547.  
  1548.  
  1549. <li>You’ll need a PC with Thunderbolt 5 to get the best value</li>
  1550.  
  1551.  
  1552.  
  1553. <li>You’ll need displays with USB-C ports or dongles to connect</li>
  1554. </ul> </div>
  1555. </div>
  1556. </div>
  1557. </div>
  1558. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  1559. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  1560. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  1561.  
  1562. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1563. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1564. From $399.99 </span>
  1565. </div>
  1566. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
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  1581. </div>
  1582. </div>
  1583.  
  1584. <div class="price-comparison__record  ">
  1585. <div class="price-comparison__image">
  1586. <span>Sonnet</span>
  1587. </div>
  1588. <div class="price-comparison__price">
  1589. <span>
  1590. 399.99 </span>
  1591. </div>
  1592. <div>
  1593. <a class="price-comparison__view-button" href="https://www.sonnetstore.com/collections/thunderbolt-docks/products/echo13-thunderbolt5-ssd-dock-1tb" data-vars-product-name="Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock" data-vars-product-id="2644493" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs" data-vars-manufacturer-id="12151" data-vars-manufacturer="Sonnet" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Sonnet,B&H" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2644493" data-vars-link-position-id="000" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.sonnetstore.com/collections/thunderbolt-docks/products/echo13-thunderbolt5-ssd-dock-1tb" data-vendor-api="" data-vars-product-price="399.99" data-vars-product-vendor="Sonnet">View Deal</a> </div>
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  1599. <div class="price-comparison__price">
  1600. <span>
  1601. $439.99 </span>
  1602. </div>
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  1604. <a class="price-comparison__view-button" href="https://www.adorama.com/snechodk131t.html" data-vars-product-name="Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock" data-vars-product-id="2644493" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs" data-vars-manufacturer-id="12151" data-vars-manufacturer="Sonnet" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Sonnet,B&H" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2644493" data-vars-link-position-id="000" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.adorama.com/snechodk131t.html" data-vendor-api="squirrel" data-vars-product-price="$439.99" data-vars-product-vendor="Adorama">View Deal</a> </div>
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  1611. <span>
  1612. $439.99 </span>
  1613. </div>
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  1621. <div class="price-comparison__price">
  1622. <span>
  1623. $439.99 </span>
  1624. </div>
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  1645. <span class="price-comparison__footer-text">
  1646. Price comparison from Backmarket </span>
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  1653. <div class="product-content">
  1655. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-sonnet-echo-13-thunderbolt-5-ssd-dock">Who should buy the Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock?</h3>
  1656.  
  1657. <p>I think three types of customers will benefit most from Sonnet’s dock: those who swap laptops in and out, and like a source of persistent storage; gamers; and those who do some casual video editing. The latter customer may have a more professional setup, but a gamer may find a high-performance external SSD especially appealing. Important note: You’ll see the best SSD results with a Thunderbolt 5 laptop, as a Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 3 laptop will throttle the SSD’s performance.</p>
  1658.  
  1659. <h3 class="" id="sonnet-echo-13-thunderbolt-5-ssd-dock-further-considerations">Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock: Further considerations</h3>
  1660.  
  1661. <p>I’m very conscious of price when recommending a dock, and two things add cost here: the Thunderbolt 5 connection, as well as the unusual integrated SSD. I think the performance that both offer justify its price — and if you disagree, the cheaper runner-up pick is just below!</p>
  1662.  
  1663. <p>(I have made one change: Sonnet ships this dock with 1-, 2-, and 4TB options. Given the pricing effect of tariffs, I recommend you buy the cheapest 1TB option, which is linked below.)</p>
  1664.  
  1665. <p>My argument isn’t just that the integrated SSD adds value, in the way that simply adding additional storage improves the product. It’s that the integrated SSD is so much faster than even an external gaming SSD (though slower than an M.2 SSD inside a PC). That, combined with all of the “standard” features the dock delivers, like smartphone charging, really elevates Sonnet’s dock to the top of the heap. We’ll probably see other docks that offer comparable features, but for now Sonnet’s dock stands out as the very best Thunderbolt docking station.</p>
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  1669. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2645504/sonnet-echo-13-thunderbolt-5-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4.5">
  1670. Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock review </a>
  1671. </p>
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  1678. Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock (SD5780T) – Best overall Thunderbolt dock, runner-up </h2>
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  1690. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1691. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1693. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1694. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1695. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1696. <li>Solid performance</li>
  1697.  
  1698.  
  1699.  
  1700. <li>No thermal issues</li>
  1701.  
  1702.  
  1703.  
  1704. <li>Pretty solid mix of ports, including downstream Thunderbolt 4</li>
  1705.  
  1706.  
  1707.  
  1708. <li>Price cuts have helped make it more affordable</li>
  1709. </ul> </div>
  1710. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1711. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1712. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1713. <li>One display port, requiring an additional dongle for two displays</li>
  1714.  
  1715.  
  1716.  
  1717. <li>No dedicated phone charging port, but Thunderbolt can do it</li>
  1718. </ul> </div>
  1719. </div>
  1720. </div>
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  1725.  
  1726. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1727. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1728. $399.99 </span>
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  1753. <span>
  1754. $211.48 </span>
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  1764. <span>
  1765. $285.32 </span>
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  1772. <span>Lenovo</span>
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  1775. <span>
  1776. $299.99 </span>
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  1786. <span>
  1787. $299.99 </span>
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  1798. <span>
  1799. $399.99 </span>
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  1836. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-kensington-sd5780t">Who should buy the Kensington SD5780T?</h3>
  1837.  
  1838. <p>The SD5780T is an ideal “starter” dock, for someone who has a laptop and a single external display and might want to add more in the future. Adding a second display will require the purchase of a USB-C (Thunderbolt) to HDMI cable, which will cost an additional $15 or so. The inclusion of the SD card slot should appeal to photographers who record photo or video on those cards.</p>
  1839.  
  1840. <h3 class="" id="kensington-sd5780t-further-considerations">Kensington SD5780T: Further considerations</h3>
  1841.  
  1842. <p>One of my testing credos is “affordable flexibility,” and I favor a dock that will fit into your existing setup. But I also don’t want you to pay through the nose for it. There are other docks that allow you to get by without using a display adapter, but they generally charge for it — sometimes even $100 more. The SD5780T has one dedicated display port, and you’ll have to buy a $15 USB-C adapter cable to support a second. That’s cheaper than the alternative.</p>
  1843.  
  1844. <p>The Kensington SD578OT is a solid Thunderbolt 4 dock in all respects. For those who wish to use a single 4K monitor, chances are that you already own an HDMI cable. In my tests, the dock was stable (and not all are!) with a nice port selection. The dock will charge your smartphone, albeit with a USB-A port. The bottom line: This is currently among the best combination of value and features in a Thunderbolt dock that I’ve tested.</p>
  1845. </div>
  1846. <p class="product-chart-review-link">
  1847. Read our full
  1848. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1384482/kensington-sd5780t-review-an-excellent-pricey-thunderbolt-4-dock.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  1849. Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock (SD5780T) review </a>
  1850. </p>
  1851. </div>
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  1856. <h2 data-p_name="Wavlink Thunderbolt 4 Triple Display Docking Station" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="wavlink-thunderbolt-4-triple-display-docking-station-best-budget-thunderbolt-dock">
  1857. Wavlink Thunderbolt 4 Triple Display Docking Station – Best budget Thunderbolt dock </h2>
  1858. </div>
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  1869. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1870. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1872. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1873. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1874. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1875. <li>Two ports for fast-charging smartphones</li>
  1876.  
  1877.  
  1878.  
  1879. <li>Solid value</li>
  1880.  
  1881.  
  1882.  
  1883. <li>18-month warranty</li>
  1884. </ul> </div>
  1885. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1886. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1887. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1888. <li>Occasional instability</li>
  1889. </ul> </div>
  1890. </div>
  1891. </div>
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  1895. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  1896.  
  1897. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1898. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1899. $199.99 </span>
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  1968. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-wavlink-thunderbolt-4-triple-display-docking-station">Who should buy the Wavlink Thunderbolt 4 Triple Display Docking Station?</h3>
  1969.  
  1970. <p>If you want a generous set of extra ports and to connect a couple of 4K displays, this affordable yet able Thunderbolt 4 dock is a great solution.</p>
  1971.  
  1972. <h3 class="" id="wavlink-thunderbolt-4-triple-display-docking-station-further-considerations">Wavlink Thunderbolt 4 Triple Display Docking Station: Further considerations</h3>
  1973.  
  1974. <p>For this I’m leaning on Macworld’s choice of docks, which offers an excellent feature set at an affordable price — and it will work just fine with Windows machines. The dock is a well-priced and loaded Thunderbolt 4 dock, though it sacrifices two of the potential three downstream TB4 ports in favor of two HDMI 2.1 ports. Use one of these for one external display and the downstream TB4 port for the other. The spare HDMI port can be used for a third extended display on Windows PCs.</p>
  1975.  
  1976. <p>Power delivery to the laptop is 96W, enough for a lightweight content-creation laptop. There’s a handy 30W USB-C charging port at the front, which also supports 10Gbps data transfer.</p>
  1977. </div>
  1978. <p class="product-chart-review-link">
  1979. Read our full
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  1981. Wavlink Thunderbolt 4 Triple Display Docking Station review </a>
  1982. </p>
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  1988. <h2 data-p_name="Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="ugreen-revodok-pro-13-in-1-triple-display-docking-station-best-budget-thunderbolt-dock-runner-up">
  1989. Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station – Best budget Thunderbolt dock, runner-up </h2>
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  2001. <div class="product-chart-body">
  2002. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  2004. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2005. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  2006. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2007. <li>Excellent performance</li>
  2008.  
  2009.  
  2010.  
  2011. <li>Great value for the money</li>
  2012.  
  2013.  
  2014.  
  2015. <li>Optimized build</li>
  2016.  
  2017.  
  2018.  
  2019. <li>Completely stable</li>
  2020. </ul> </div>
  2021. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2022. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  2023. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2024. <li>Short, built-in cord</li>
  2025.  
  2026.  
  2027.  
  2028. <li>You’ll need your own power supply/charger</li>
  2029.  
  2030.  
  2031.  
  2032. <li>Requires a relatively modern laptop</li>
  2033. </ul> </div>
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  2040.  
  2041. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  2042. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  2043. $129.99 </span>
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  2080. $129.99 </span>
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  2083. <a class="price-comparison__view-button" href="https://www.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-revodok-pro-313-docking-station" data-vars-product-name="Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station" data-vars-product-id="2158181" data-vars-category="Accessories,Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17684" data-vars-manufacturer="Ugreen" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Ugreen" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2158181" data-vars-link-position-id="000" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-revodok-pro-313-docking-station" data-vendor-api="" data-vars-product-price="$129.99" data-vars-product-vendor="Ugreen">View Deal</a> </div>
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  2112. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-ugreen-revodok-pro-13-in-1-triple-display-docking-station">Who should buy the Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station?</h3>
  2113.  
  2114. <p>I recommend this dock for those who own laptops with 13th-gen Core hardware or above. HBR3/DSC technology really doesn’t work on older systems like 11th-gen Core hardware and older PCs. If you own an AMD Ryzen laptop, too, it may be a little iffy. Great price, though!</p>
  2115.  
  2116. <h3 class="" id="ugreen-revodok-pro-13-in-1-triple-display-docking-station-further-considerations">Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station: Further considerations</h3>
  2117.  
  2118. <p>The only reason this isn’t my pick for the best budget Thunderbolt docking station is because it uses a generic form of data compression known as HBR3 (High Bit Rate 3) with DSC (Display Stream Compression), which is built into the DisplayPort spec. That’s a particular technology that is more common within recent Intel Core (and Core Ultra) laptops, but isn’t guaranteed to appear on yours. (If you own a laptop with a Thunderbolt port, though, this <em>should</em> work just fine.) You’ll also have to supply your own USB-C power cable.</p>
  2119.  
  2120. <p>Otherwise, this docking station has so much to offer. The price is outstanding, of course, but Ugreen’s dock is also so flexible yet so stable. Everything’s well labeled, and the dock offers DisplayPort as well as HDMI options. And it’s really quite portable, too. Just remember that charger.</p>
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  2140. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
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  2142. </button></figure> </div>
  2143. </div>
  2145. <div class="product-chart-body">
  2146. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  2148. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2149. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  2150. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2151. <li>Superb SSD performance</li>
  2152.  
  2153.  
  2154.  
  2155. <li>Thunderbolt 5 power</li>
  2156. </ul> </div>
  2157. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2158. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  2159. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2160. <li>Higher SSD capacities quickly elevate the price</li>
  2161. </ul> </div>
  2162. </div>
  2163. </div>
  2164. </div>
  2165. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  2166. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  2167. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  2168.  
  2169. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  2170. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  2171. From $399.99 </span>
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  2190.  
  2191. <div class="price-comparison__record  ">
  2192. <div class="price-comparison__image">
  2193. <span>Sonnet</span>
  2194. </div>
  2195. <div class="price-comparison__price">
  2196. <span>
  2197. 399.99 </span>
  2198. </div>
  2199. <div>
  2200. <a class="price-comparison__view-button" href="https://www.sonnetstore.com/collections/thunderbolt-docks/products/echo13-thunderbolt5-ssd-dock-1tb" data-vars-product-name="Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock" data-vars-product-id="2644493" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs" data-vars-manufacturer-id="12151" data-vars-manufacturer="Sonnet" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Sonnet,B&H" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2644493" data-vars-link-position-id="000" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.sonnetstore.com/collections/thunderbolt-docks/products/echo13-thunderbolt5-ssd-dock-1tb" data-vendor-api="" data-vars-product-price="399.99" data-vars-product-vendor="Sonnet">View Deal</a> </div>
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  2207. <span>
  2208. $439.99 </span>
  2209. </div>
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  2218. <span>
  2219. $439.99 </span>
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  2229. <span>
  2230. $439.99 </span>
  2231. </div>
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  2253. Price comparison from Backmarket </span>
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  2260. <div class="product-content">
  2262. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-sonnet-echo-13-thunderbolt-5-ssd-dock">Who should buy the Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock?</h3>
  2263.  
  2264. <p>Yes, this is the same dock I selected as my overall pick. But if you’re looking for a premium Thunderbolt dock, I think this fits the bill. We have a cheaper runner-up option just below.</p>
  2265.  
  2266. <h3 class="" id="sonnet-echo-13-thunderbolt-5-ssd-dock-further-considerations">Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock: Further considerations</h3>
  2267.  
  2268. <p>The performance that this dock offers really boils down to the integrated SSD. It’s simply one of the fastest storage options that I’ve tested for an external drive, though it’s confined to the dock. (It’s not removeable.) But if you want a 4GB SSD option, you’ll pay $750 (at press time). That’s kind of insane.</p>
  2269. </div>
  2270. <p class="product-chart-review-link">
  2271. Read our full
  2272. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2645504/sonnet-echo-13-thunderbolt-5-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4.5">
  2273. Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock review </a>
  2274. </p>
  2275. </div>
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  2280. <h2 data-p_name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="kensington-thunderbolt-4-usb-4-quad-video-docking-station-sd5800t-best-premium-thunderbolt-dock-runner-up">
  2281. Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T) – Best premium Thunderbolt dock, runner-up </h2>
  2282. </div>
  2283. <div class="large-pro-cons-product-chart-section">
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  2285. <div class="product-chart-item__image-wrapper">
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  2287. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  2288. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
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  2290. </button></figure> </div>
  2291. </div>
  2293. <div class="product-chart-body">
  2294. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  2296. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2297. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  2298. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2299. <li>Rugged, well-engineered</li>
  2300.  
  2301.  
  2302.  
  2303. <li>Can sit vertically on its stand to save space</li>
  2304.  
  2305.  
  2306.  
  2307. <li>Yes, it works: Four 4K displays are possible</li>
  2308. </ul> </div>
  2309. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2310. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  2311. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2312. <li>Mislabeled USB-A charging port doesn’t deliver</li>
  2313.  
  2314.  
  2315.  
  2316. <li>Average storage performance</li>
  2317. </ul> </div>
  2318. </div>
  2319. </div>
  2320. </div>
  2321. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  2322. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  2323. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  2324.  
  2325. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  2326. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  2327. $379.99 </span>
  2328. </div>
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  2351. <div class="price-comparison__price">
  2352. <span>
  2353. $280.61 </span>
  2354. </div>
  2355. <div>
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  2363. <span>
  2364. $280.61 </span>
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  2367. <a class="price-comparison__view-button" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1804685-REG/kensington_k32856na_sd5800t_thunderbolt_4_and.html" data-vars-product-name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)" data-vars-product-id="2252118" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9998" data-vars-manufacturer="Kensington" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,Kensington" data-vars-po="amazon,sku" data-product="2252118" data-vars-link-position-id="000" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1804685-REG/kensington_k32856na_sd5800t_thunderbolt_4_and.html" data-vendor-api="squirrel" data-vars-product-price="$280.61" data-vars-product-vendor="B&H">View Deal</a> </div>
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  2371. <span>Kensington</span>
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  2374. <span>
  2375. $379.99 </span>
  2376. </div>
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  2378. <a class="price-comparison__view-button" href="https://www.kensington.com/p/products/device-docking-connectivity-products/laptop-docks-usb-accessories/sd5800t-thunderbolt-4-and-usb4-quad-video-docking-station-98w-pd-dphdmi-windowsmacos/" data-vars-product-name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)" data-vars-product-id="2252118" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9998" data-vars-manufacturer="Kensington" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,Kensington" data-vars-po="amazon,sku" data-product="2252118" data-vars-link-position-id="000" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.kensington.com/p/products/device-docking-connectivity-products/laptop-docks-usb-accessories/sd5800t-thunderbolt-4-and-usb4-quad-video-docking-station-98w-pd-dphdmi-windowsmacos/" data-vendor-api="" data-vars-product-price="$379.99" data-vars-product-vendor="Kensington">View Deal</a> </div>
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  2383. Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide </span>
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  2407. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-kensington-thunderbolt-4-usb-4-quad-video-docking-station-sd5800t">Who should buy the Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)?</h3>
  2408.  
  2409. <p>Not everyone needs four displays, or has the laptop hardware to power them. This is for the “battlestation” enthusiast or someone who needs to be surrounded by information. But you might be a person who simply doesn’t want to have to deal with additional display adapters, either.</p>
  2410.  
  2411. <h3 class="" id="kensington-thunderbolt-4-usb-4-quad-video-docking-station-sd5800t-further-considerations">Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T): Further considerations</h3>
  2412.  
  2413. <p>You may not need four displays, but many shoppers often feel like they want to buy a docking station and not have to worry about picking up a display adapter or cable. This dock does that.</p>
  2414.  
  2415. <p>About the only weakness is a lack of adequate smartphone charging from the USB-C port — a trait shared by its competitors, too, for some reason. You may notice that I recommend a Sonnet dock as the best overall dock, and I stand by it — but you’ll see the best performance from it if you own a Thunderbolt 5 laptop. This premium dock has more mainstream appeal.</p>
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  2420. Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T) review </a>
  2421. </p>
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  2428. Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A) – Best Thunderbolt 4 hub </h2>
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  2438. </div>
  2440. <div class="product-chart-body">
  2441. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  2443. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2444. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  2445. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2446. <li>Incredibly compact</li>
  2447.  
  2448.  
  2449.  
  2450. <li>USB-C to HDMI adapter included</li>
  2451.  
  2452.  
  2453.  
  2454. <li>15W/60W of charging power to phones/PCs</li>
  2455. </ul> </div>
  2456. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2457. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  2458. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2459. <li>Limited ports</li>
  2460.  
  2461.  
  2462.  
  2463. <li>Best for Thunderbolt-attached displays</li>
  2464. </ul> </div>
  2465. </div>
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  2471.  
  2472. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  2473. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  2474. $189 </span>
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  2500. $119.95 </span>
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  2511. $119.95 </span>
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  2521. <span>
  2522. $119.95 </span>
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  2532. <span>
  2533. $129.95 </span>
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  2544. <span>
  2545. $129.95 </span>
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  2548. <a class="price-comparison__view-button" href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Plugable-5-in-1-Thunderbolt-4-Hub-60W-Charging-Single-8K-Dual-4K-Display-Compatible-USB4-Macs-Windows-1x-USB-C-HDMI-Adapter/260048998" data-vars-product-name="Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A)" data-vars-product-id="701938" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="701938" data-vars-link-position-id="000" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Plugable-5-in-1-Thunderbolt-4-Hub-60W-Charging-Single-8K-Dual-4K-Display-Compatible-USB4-Macs-Windows-1x-USB-C-HDMI-Adapter/260048998" data-vendor-api="squirrel" data-vars-product-price="$129.95" data-vars-product-vendor="Walmart">View Deal</a> </div>
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  2555. <span>
  2556. $189 </span>
  2557. </div>
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  2593. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-plugable-5-in-1-thunderbolt-hub-usb4-hub3a">Who should buy the Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A)?</h3>
  2594.  
  2595. <p>The hub works as a “splitter” of sorts for the Thunderbolt connection.</p>
  2596.  
  2597. <p>Why should you care? This hub can be used for an emerging market of <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1377172/best-usb-c-monitors.html">Thunderbolt/USB-C monitors</a>, which are much more common in the Mac market but may become more prevalent in the Windows space in the future.</p>
  2598.  
  2599. <p>Put another way, if you own a USB-C monitor, those displays tend to also have legacy ports (USB-A, USB-C) inside <em>them</em>, which means that a Thunderbolt dock and its cluster of ports may be redundant. This hub is a way to save a little money for the user who has a specific setup.</p>
  2600.  
  2601. <h3 class="" id="plugable-5-in-1-thunderbolt-hub-usb4-hub3a-further-considerations">Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A): Further considerations</h3>
  2602.  
  2603. <p>How does a Thunderbolt hub differ from a Thunderbolt dock? In this case, there’s less of an emphasis on legacy ports, and more of a focus on a direct connection to a display. The Mac world tends to emphasize Thunderbolt-connected displays far more than the Windows world does, so this might be a niche product for most of you. But this thing is <em>tiny </em>(4.75 x 2.88 x 0.5 inches) even if, unfortunately, the associated power brick isn’t. </p>
  2604.  
  2605. <p>It will send 15W of power via the Thunderbolt/USB-C connections to charge smartphones, and 60W to the host PC.</p>
  2606.  
  2607. <p>If you don’t need a big, bulky dock with multiple connections, Plugable’s 5-in-1 Hub just does the job and without any extra fuss. If your laptop needs more power than the 60W Plugable hub provides, I would recommend the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2225252/satechi-thunderbolt-4-slim-pro-hub-review.html">Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Slim Hub Pro</a> instead.</p>
  2608. </div>
  2609. <p class="product-chart-review-link">
  2610. Read our full
  2611. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/817152/plugable-5-in-1-thunderbolt-hub-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
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  2613. </p>
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  2619. <h2 data-p_name="Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="razer-thunderbolt-4-dock-chroma-best-thunderbolt-4-hub-runner-up">
  2620. Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma – Best Thunderbolt 4 hub, runner-up </h2>
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  2632. <div class="product-chart-body">
  2633. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  2635. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2636. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  2637. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2638. <li>Rock-solid stability</li>
  2639.  
  2640.  
  2641.  
  2642. <li>The only (?) dock with RGB lighting</li>
  2643. </ul> </div>
  2644. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2645. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  2646. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2647. <li>Average to slightly poor performance</li>
  2648.  
  2649.  
  2650.  
  2651. <li>Lack of dedicated display ports</li>
  2652.  
  2653.  
  2654.  
  2655. <li>A higher price tag than what rivals charge</li>
  2656. </ul> </div>
  2657. </div>
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  2663.  
  2664. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  2665. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  2666. $329.99 </span>
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  2692. $263.99 </span>
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  2703. $269.99 </span>
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  2723. <div class="price-comparison__price">
  2724. <span>
  2725. $319.99 </span>
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  2736. <span>
  2737. $329.99 </span>
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  2772. <div class="product-content">
  2774. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-razer-thunderbolt-4-dock-chroma">Who should buy the Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma?</h3>
  2775.  
  2776. <p>Gamers, obviously. But even a stodgy old reporter like me likes it, because the RGB can either be fixed to a certain color or turned off entirely. And the dock surprised me with its stability and construction. You can certainly buy this dock for its blingy aesthetic, but it works just as well as a more down-to-earth alternative, too. Razer did a very nice job balancing both aspects.</p>
  2777.  
  2778. <h3 class="" id="razer-thunderbolt-4-dock-chroma-further-considerations">Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma: Further considerations</h3>
  2779.  
  2780. <p>I was surprised by how much I like this combination dock/hub. It’s a premium offering, with enough ports that I’d almost consider it a full-fledged dock. But with three upstream Thunderbolt ports, you can characterize it as a hub as well. As one of the more modern docks, with rock-solid stability, it won me over in the end, though its storage performance was middling. And, of course, remember to invest in cables.</p>
  2781.  
  2782. <p>The RGB lighting is fun, and optional — it can be turned off. </p>
  2783. </div>
  2784. <p class="product-chart-review-link">
  2785. Read our full
  2786. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2073621/razer-thunderbolt-4-dock-chroma-review-2.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  2787. Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma review </a>
  2788. </p>
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  2794. <h2 data-p_name="Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD)" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="plugable-usb4-dual-hdmi-docking-station-ud-4vpd-best-usb4-docking-station">
  2795. Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD) – Best USB4 docking station </h2>
  2796. </div>
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  2807. <div class="product-chart-body">
  2808. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  2810. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2811. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  2812. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2813. <li>Great price and value, even at MSRP</li>
  2814.  
  2815.  
  2816.  
  2817. <li>4K120 display capabilities open up gaming possibilities</li>
  2818.  
  2819.  
  2820.  
  2821. <li>Stable performance</li>
  2822.  
  2823.  
  2824.  
  2825. <li>Excellent charging capabilities</li>
  2826. </ul> </div>
  2827. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2828. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  2829. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2830. <li>Significant thermal issues</li>
  2831.  
  2832.  
  2833.  
  2834. <li>Storage tests across the dock were lower than average</li>
  2835. </ul> </div>
  2836. </div>
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  2842.  
  2843. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  2844. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  2845. $199.95 </span>
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  2953. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-plugable-usb4-dual-hdmi-docking-station-ud-4vpd">Who should buy the Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD)?</h3>
  2954.  
  2955. <p>This is a general-purpose USB4 dock, which can be adopted by anyone. But it’s best suited for laptops with a Ryzen chip inside, and for photographers who need the SD card slots.</p>
  2956.  
  2957. <h3 class="" id="plugable-usb4-dual-hdmi-docking-station-ud-4vpd-further-considerations">Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD): Further considerations</h3>
  2958.  
  2959. <p>Thunderbolt and USB4 are basically the same. USB4 ports typically appear on laptops with AMD Ryzen chips inside (because Intel refuses to certify an AMD laptop as Thunderbolt-compliant.) Why include a dedicated USB4 category? In part, because not everyone knows this. </p>
  2960.  
  2961. <p>This dock can get hot, but it’s an affordable budget option.</p>
  2962. </div>
  2963. <p class="product-chart-review-link">
  2964. Read our full
  2965. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1999176/plugable-usb4-dual-hdmi-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  2966. Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD) review </a>
  2967. </p>
  2968. </div>
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  2973. <h2 data-p_name="Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt 4 SuperDock" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="sonnet-echo-20-thunderbolt-4-superdock-best-thunderbolt-dock-for-apple-mac-users">
  2974. Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt 4 SuperDock – Best Thunderbolt dock for Apple Mac users </h2>
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  2989. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2990. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  2991. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2992. <li>Thunderbolt 4</li>
  2993.  
  2994.  
  2995.  
  2996. <li>19 ports</li>
  2997.  
  2998.  
  2999.  
  3000. <li>Built-in speedy SSD enclosure</li>
  3001.  
  3002.  
  3003.  
  3004. <li>100W PD</li>
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  3125. <div class="product-content">
  3127. <h2 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-sonnet-echo-20-thunderbolt-4-superdock">Who should buy the Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt 4 SuperDock?</h2>
  3128.  
  3129. <p>Think of this dock as a more full-featured version of our Thunderbolt 4 hub recommendation, above. Though this recommendation is targeted at Mac users, there’s no reason that an owner of a Windows PC couldn’t buy this dock, too. If you’re trying to save space on your desk but also want an external SSD, this hybrid dock could serve both needs.</p>
  3130.  
  3131. <h3 class="" id="sonnet-echo-20-thunderbolt-4-superdock-further-considerations">Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt 4 SuperDock: Further considerations</h3>
  3132.  
  3133. <p>This recommendation comes courtesy of our colleagues at Macworld, who have compiled their own list of <a href="https://www.macworld.com/article/668894/best-thunderbolt-3-4-and-usb-c-docking-stations-for-macbook-pro-and-air.html">best Thunderbolt docking stations for the Apple Mac</a> market. “Boasting an impressive 19 top-rated ports, Thunderbolt 4 certified, and with a bonus internal SSD storage feature, the Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt SuperDock offers remarkable value for money,” Macworld writes.</p>
  3134.  
  3135. <p>I haven’t reviewed this dock myself, but there’s an undeniable surplus of ports, <em>and</em> an SSD enclosure. (I definitely liked the SSD enclosure on our top pick!)  And it’s reasonably priced, too.</p>
  3136. </div>
  3137. <p class="product-chart-review-link">
  3138. Read our full
  3139. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2007704/sonnet-echo-20-thunderbolt-4-superdock-review-premium-ports-and-an-ssd.html" target="_blank" score="5">
  3140. Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt 4 SuperDock review </a>
  3141. </p>
  3142. </div>
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  3144. </div> </div>
  3145.  
  3147.  
  3148.  
  3149. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="best-displaylink-usb-c-docks">Best DisplayLink USB-C docks</h2>
  3150.  
  3151.  
  3152.  
  3153. <p>DisplayLink USB-C docks, which I discuss in <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/801587/best-displaylink-docks.html">more detail in a separate article</a>, don’t offer enough bandwidth for high-refresh rate monitors or gaming, but they work admirably well for everyday office work, including watching movies. Anecdotally, they’ve often been more stable than a Thunderbolt dock on older hardware, as sometimes Thunderbolt docks have issues “waking up” when the host laptop wakes up from standby. You can “break” the dock by pushing more and more over the connection, like streaming while copying files.</p>
  3154.  
  3155.  
  3156.  
  3157. <p>What I’d like to see in a DisplayLink USB-C docking station is a feature set that approaches a full-fledged Thunderbolt dock, but that is priced below what you’d pay for Thunderbolt performance. The current pick does just that. Some recent reviews do not appear here — for instance, <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2111930/startech-usb-c-triple-monitor-dock-review-better-options-exist.html">StarTech’s USB-C Triple Monitor Dock</a> fell short.  </p>
  3158.  
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  3165. <h2 data-p_name="Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="ugreen-9-in-1-usb-c-revodok-docking-station-cm615-best-usb-c-displaylink-dock">
  3166. Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615 – Best USB-C DisplayLink dock </h2>
  3167. </div>
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  3178. <div class="product-chart-body">
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  3182. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  3183. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  3184. <li>Terrific price and value</li>
  3185.  
  3186.  
  3187.  
  3188. <li>Excellent stability</li>
  3189.  
  3190.  
  3191.  
  3192. <li>Great display port flexibility</li>
  3193.  
  3194.  
  3195.  
  3196. <li>Support for two 4K60 displays</li>
  3197. </ul> </div>
  3198. <div class="product-chart-column">
  3199. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  3200. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  3201. <li>Have to provide your own power supply</li>
  3202.  
  3203.  
  3204.  
  3205. <li>Can warm to somewhat alarming temperatures</li>
  3206.  
  3207.  
  3208.  
  3209. <li>Mandatory software driver</li>
  3210.  
  3211.  
  3212.  
  3213. <li>A lack of naming consistency</li>
  3214. </ul> </div>
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  3221.  
  3222. Price When Reviewed: </span>
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  3224. $199.99 </span>
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  3250. $109.99 </span>
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  3261. $139.99 </span>
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  3293. <h2 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-ugreen-9-in-1-usb-c-revodok-docking-station-cm615">Who should buy the Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615?</h2>
  3294.  
  3295. <p>If you’re not worried about hunting down the proper software driver (because Ugreen, bless them, does not make it apparent that it needs one) than I would recommend that you buy this dock. It offers many of the features of more expensive Thunderbolt docks at an affordable price.</p>
  3296.  
  3297. <h3 class="" id="ugreen-9-in-1-usb-c-revodok-docking-station-cm615-further-considerations">Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615: Further considerations</h3>
  3298.  
  3299. <p>Like some of our premium Thunderbolt docks, Ugreen provides options to use either HDMI or DisplayPort to connect a display, allowing you to use your existing display cables and save some money.</p>
  3300.  
  3301. <p>Like most DisplayLink docks, this dock was unusually stable, with no flickering between displays — one of the reasons I like DisplayLink docks. Some other Thunderbolt docks offer the same flexibility to shift between monitors, but not many. Ugreen’s dock does so affordably.</p>
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  3306. Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615 review </a>
  3307. </p>
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  3313. <h2 data-p_name="Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="sonnet-echo-13-triple-4k-display-dock-best-usb-c-displaylink-dock-runner-up">
  3314. Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock – Best USB-C DisplayLink dock, runner-up </h2>
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  3326. <div class="product-chart-body">
  3327. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  3329. <div class="product-chart-column">
  3330. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  3331. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  3332. <li>Top-notch performance</li>
  3333.  
  3334.  
  3335.  
  3336. <li>Support for three 4K60 displays</li>
  3337.  
  3338.  
  3339.  
  3340. <li>Solid value</li>
  3341.  
  3342.  
  3343.  
  3344. <li>20W of charging power for smartphones, 100W for laptop</li>
  3345.  
  3346.  
  3347.  
  3348. <li>Exemplary documentation</li>
  3349. </ul> </div>
  3350. <div class="product-chart-column">
  3351. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  3352. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  3353. <li>Direct display connection disconnected once</li>
  3354.  
  3355.  
  3356.  
  3357. <li>Poor, glitchy intermittent audio</li>
  3358. </ul> </div>
  3359. </div>
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  3364. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  3365.  
  3366. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  3367. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  3368. 239.99 </span>
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  3405. $239.99 </span>
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  3416. $519 </span>
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  3446. <div class="product-content">
  3448. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-sonnet-echo-13-triple-4k-display-dock">Who should buy the Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock?</h3>
  3449.  
  3450. <p>The price differential between the Sonnet and Ugreen docks should help answer that question: The Sonnet buyer is willing to pay a little more for what is really a well-made <em>and</em> well-documented dock, with clear instructions. Really, without the price differential and the audio issues, this would be the top dock in the category.</p>
  3451.  
  3452. <h3 class="" id="sonnet-echo-13-triple-4k-display-dock-further-considerations">Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock: Further considerations</h3>
  3453.  
  3454. <p>Sonnet’s Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock follows the intriguing path other DisplayLink docks have blazed: The dock’s built-in compression means you can connect to three 4K displays, without penalty. And yes, it works as advertised, though with one issue that holds it back: spotty audio that really needs to be fixed. (If you use your laptop’s headphone jack, there’s no issue.)</p>
  3455.  
  3456. <p>There was a tiny bit of instability, but performance was excellent. And with 20W of charging power for your phone and 100W for your laptop, you’ll be able to power a wider range of laptop options.</p>
  3457. </div>
  3458. <p class="product-chart-review-link">
  3459. Read our full
  3460. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2107273/sonnet-echo-13-triple-4k-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  3461. Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock review </a>
  3462. </p>
  3463. </div>
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  3465. </div> </div>
  3466.  
  3468.  
  3469.  
  3470. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="other-thunderbolt-reviews-and-features">Other Thunderbolt reviews and features</h2>
  3471.  
  3472.  
  3473.  
  3474. <ul class="wp-block-list">
  3475. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2584468/wavlinks-thunderbolt-4-dock-utd45-review.html">Wavlink Thunderbolt 4 Dock (UTD45)</a>: I disagree with our sister site, Macworld: it’s just not as good as promised.</li>
  3476.  
  3477.  
  3478.  
  3479. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2645504/sonnet-echo-13-thunderbolt-5-dock-review.html">Sonnet Echo 13 Thunderbolt 5 SSD Dock</a>: Why it’s the best laptop dock I’ve reviewed</li>
  3480.  
  3481.  
  3482.  
  3483. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2575698/the-biggest-thing-i-didnt-see-at-ces-thunderbolt-5.html">The biggest thing I didn’t see at CES: Thunderbolt 5</a>: Thunderbolt 5 was a no-show, and insiders explain why. </li>
  3484.  
  3485.  
  3486.  
  3487. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2509995/my-first-thunderbolt-5-experience-huge-bust.html">My first Thunderbolt 5 experience was a huge bust:</a> I don’t know whether it was the cable, laptop, or dock, but my first taste of Thunderbolt 5 was a lot worse than I expected.</li>
  3488.  
  3489.  
  3490.  
  3491. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2494902/is-thunderbolt-5-storage-ready-a-first-look-at-the-cutting-edge-tech.html">Is Thunderbolt 5 storage ready?</a> Thunderbolt 5 exhibits a marked improvement in sequential transfers, but our first look at the spec suffered some backwards-compatibility issues.</li>
  3492.  
  3493.  
  3494.  
  3495. <li><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2457790/hands-on-with-the-first-thunderbolt-5-dock-kensingtons-sd5000t5.html">Kensington’s first Thunderbolt 5 dock is built for the future</a>: Thunderbolt 5 is here…but you’ll need more than just this well-built Kensington docking station to take advantage of it.</li>
  3496. </ul>
  3497.  
  3498.  
  3499.  
  3500. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="can-i-get-a-better-deal-on-thunderbolt-docks">Can I get a better deal on Thunderbolt docks?</h2>
  3501.  
  3502.  
  3503.  
  3504. <p>Let’s face it: Tariffs have been a major wild card on all sorts of purchases. Daily discounts and so-called “lightning deals” affect prices, too.</p>
  3505.  
  3506.  
  3507.  
  3508. <p>Thunderbolt docks, however, still receive discounts during major shopping events like Amazon’s Prime Day deals and holiday sales. While our automated pricing technology that we use in our reviews should reflect the current price of the item, it’s always a good idea to check PCWorld’s list of deals for these major shopping events. We generally dedicate specific articles to the best deals on Thunderbolt docks and USB-C hubs.</p>
  3509.  
  3510.  
  3511.  
  3512. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-box-text inline-box">
  3513. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-pcworld-tests-thunderbolt-docks">How PCWorld tests Thunderbolt docks</h2>
  3514.  
  3515.  
  3516.  
  3517. <p>I’ve written a separate article about <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2266609/how-we-test-thunderbolt-docks-at-pcworld.html">how I test Thunderbolt docks</a>, which goes into detail about how evaluate the performance of docks. Put <em>very</em> briefly, I examine each dock physically, making measurements on the cord length and port spacing. I then connect the dock to a variety of laptops. </p>
  3518.  
  3519.  
  3520.  
  3521. <p>My performance testing includes streaming video, transferring video files back and forth, running standardized benchmarks, and more. In addition, I simply use the dock for several days just to discover any quirks or glitches.</p>
  3522.  
  3523.  
  3524.  
  3525. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="why-you-should-trust-pcworld-for-buying-advice-on-thunderbolt-docks">Why you should trust PCWorld for buying advice on Thunderbolt docks</h2>
  3526.  
  3527.  
  3528.  
  3529. <p>PCWorld has been in business since the late 1980s, featuring a steady stream of news, reviews, how-to articles, and more. We don’t try to cover every topic under the sun. Instead, we focus on what you need to know — and buy — in the world of PCs.</p>
  3530.  
  3531.  
  3532.  
  3533. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="who-curated-this-article">Who curated this article?</h2>
  3534.  
  3535.  
  3536.  
  3537. <p>My name is <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/author/mhachman">Mark Hachman</a>, and I’ve covered the technology industry as a reporter and reviewer for over 30 years. I’ve worked from home for years, so when the pandemic hit I instantly realized that all the things I had already nerded out about — using a laptop docking station, setting up multiple monitors — would become a priority for PCWorld’s readers. When someone tells me that they bought one of the docking stations that I’ve recommended, and that they love it — well, that’s why I do what I do.</p>
  3538. </div>
  3539.  
  3540.  
  3541.  
  3542. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-to-choose-the-best-thunderbolt-dock">How to choose the best Thunderbolt dock</h2>
  3543.  
  3544.  
  3545.  
  3546. <p>Ports, cables, peripherals: Those are the three major considerations when buying a Thunderbolt dock. </p>
  3547.  
  3548.  
  3549.  
  3550. <p>Check your laptop’s specifications. If you own a laptop with a Thunderbolt 4 port, buy a dock with a Thunderbolt 4 connection.</p>
  3551.  
  3552.  
  3553.  
  3554. <p>Think about what you want to connect the dock to. Here, the priority is usually the displays. Consider the displays you own (which typically include either HDMI or DisplayPort connections) and think about whether the dock will accommodate them. I prefer docks with dedicated display ports, so that a display with an HDMI port, for example, can connect directly. </p>
  3555.  
  3556.  
  3557.  
  3558. <p>I <em>am</em> seeing a small but growing percentage of Thunderbolt docks that include a Thunderbolt cable to your laptop and then dedicated Thunderbolt connections out to displays. These docks tend to cater to Mac users. However, you can buy a dongle or cable that converts Thunderbolt/ USB-C to HDMI or DisplayPort, or else you can <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1377172/best-usb-c-monitors.html">buy a USB-C display</a>.</p>
  3559.  
  3560.  
  3561.  
  3562. <p>What will you want to plug into the dock? Use that answer as a guide.  Do you want a basic Thunderbolt dock, with just a pair of HDMI ports for connecting two displays? Does an SD card slot matter? How many USB Type A peripherals do you plan to attach? Do you want to charge your smartphone?</p>
  3563.  
  3564.  
  3565.  
  3566. <p>Check your laptop’s power supply. Does it plug into your laptop via USB-C? If so, a Thunderbolt dock will likely power it. You’ll need to understand how the dock supplies power, though. Check your laptop’s charger to learn how much power it supplies, and how much the dock will need to supply to replace it. If your laptop or devices aren’t receiving enough power, you may see a warning pop up.</p>
  3567.  
  3568.  
  3569.  
  3570. <p>A “bus-powered” dock won’t come with an external charger in the package, saving some cost, space, and power concerns. (Today, these are pretty rare.)</p>
  3571.  
  3572.  
  3573.  
  3574. <p>A dock with power delivery will supply its own power <em>and</em> charge your laptop and/or a phone via your laptop’s existing USB-C charger. What I’ve found is that some docks, especially those with a free Thunderbolt port, will supply enough power for even today’s most modern fast-charging smartphones, even without explicit support for them.</p>
  3575.  
  3576.  
  3577. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093de2064"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thunderbolt-power-supply-edited-100868081-orig.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Thunderbolt power supply" class="wp-image-1064501" width="1200" height="717" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
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  3579. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  3580. </svg>
  3581. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Powered Thunderbolt docks, especially those that power your laptop, can ship with some pretty sizeable power bricks.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Mark Hachman / IDG</p></div>
  3582.  
  3583.  
  3584.  
  3585. <p>There’s one more consideration: the length of the Thunderbolt cable between your laptop and the dock itself. You may have noticed or heard about USB-C ports wearing out on smartphones; a loose or wobbly connector on a Thunderbolt dock can cause a monitor to unexpectedly flicker or lose connection. Consider how much tension will be put on a cable. A Thunderbolt dock that’s dangling from a Thunderbolt port will stress the physical connector. You don’t want that!</p>
  3586.  
  3587.  
  3588.  
  3589. <p>We’re starting to see some docks with an SSD enclosure inside. It’s possible that this will become more of a viable product over time, but for now it’s still niche.</p>
  3590.  
  3591.  
  3592.  
  3593. <p>If you’re a Mac user who has stumbled across this article, welcome. But please be aware that early Apple MacBook Pros powered by Intel silicon supported up to two 4K displays. The first MacBook Pros powered by the Apple M1 chip only support a single 4K display. Many Mac users have recently left negative reviews on Thunderbolt docks on shopping sites because of this. Apple also hasn’t explicitly committed to Thunderbolt 5, either. Buy a PC!</p>
  3594.  
  3595.  
  3596.  
  3597. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block"><h2 class="faq-block-title" id="faq"> FAQ </h2><hr class="block-horizotal-divider">
  3598. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">1.</span>
  3599. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-do-i-know-if-my-laptop-has-thunderbolt">How do I know if my laptop has Thunderbolt?</h3>
  3600.  
  3601.  
  3602.  
  3603. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3604. <p>The short answer: Look at the laptop’s published specifications to be sure. A Thunderbolt port uses a USB-C connection, and it may look indistinguishable from a USB-C port. Put another way: all Thunderbolt ports are USB-C, but not all USB-C ports are Thunderbolt-equipped.</p>
  3605.  
  3606.  
  3607.  
  3608. <p>Thunderbolt ports are <em>supposed</em> to have a small lightning-bolt icon to identify them. But some laptop makers use a similar lightning-bolt icon to indicate that a USB-C port can be used for charging your phone, and not for Thunderbolt. Laptop makers sometimes don’t want to clutter the clean lines of their products by adding additional logos, it seems. Fortunately, most laptops now choose to highlight their Thunderbolt capabilities, so the ports should be well-marked.</p>
  3609.  
  3610.  
  3611.  
  3612. <p>In June 2024, <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2357624/interview-lunar-lake-deep-dive-with-intel.html">Intel held a technical session talking about its Core Ultra 200 (Lunar Lake) processor</a>. One of the big changes Intel is making is to force laptop makers to a) cluster all of the older USB-C ports on one side of the laptop, away from the Thunderbolt and b) require the ports (including Thunderbolt) to be clearly labeled. That’s a small but important win for users.</p>
  3613.  
  3614.  
  3615.  
  3616. <p>USB4 is Thunderbolt’s more generic competitor, and USB4 docks and Thunderbolt docks are often interchangeable. The USB Implementor’s Forum is going to ask laptop makers to add a <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2572128/an-updated-usb-logo-will-now-mark-the-fastest-docking-stations.html">separate, different USB4 logo</a> to laptops as well. This strikes me as unnecessarily confusing.</p>
  3617. </div>
  3618. </div></div>
  3619. </div>
  3620.  
  3621.  
  3622. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093de2861"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thunderbolt-laptops-one-wrong-one-right-100868077-orig.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Thunderbolt vs USB-C" class="wp-image-1064489" style="width:1200px;height:762px" width="1200" height="762" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  3623. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  3624. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  3625. </svg>
  3626. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Two laptops, both with USB-C ports, and both with lightning-bolt symbols. Which laptop offers Thunderbolt? The top one, though it can be difficult to tell. Consulting the manufacturer’s specifications is your safest bet.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  3627.  
  3628.  
  3629.  
  3630. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block">
  3631. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">2.</span>
  3632. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-fast-is-thunderbolt">How fast is Thunderbolt?</h3>
  3633.  
  3634.  
  3635.  
  3636. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3637. <p>Put simply, 40Gbps, for Thunderbolt 3 or 4.</p>
  3638.  
  3639.  
  3640.  
  3641. <p>Most USB-C ports are built on the second-generation USB 3.1 data-transfer standard, which transfers data at 10Gbps. Thunderbolt 3 and 4 ports, the most common standard, transfer data at up to 40Gbps. Thunderbolt 4 differs very slightly in that it supports a theoretical maximum of 32Gbps for external storage devices, but you probably won’t notice the difference.</p>
  3642.  
  3643.  
  3644.  
  3645. <p>Intel unveiled an <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1356812/next-generation-thunderbolt-will-hit-80gbps-too.html">80Gbps version of Thunderbolt </a>in 2024, called Thunderbolt 5, meaning that you’ll see Thunderbolt docks with even more capabilities. In certain scenarios, Thunderbolt 5 can reroute data to deliver 120Gbps in one direction. More laptops are arriving with a discrete Thunderbolt 5 chip inside, though they’re still somewhat rare and tend to land inside gaming laptops.</p>
  3646. </div>
  3647. </div></div>
  3648.  
  3649.  
  3650.  
  3651. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">3.</span>
  3652. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-should-i-buy-thunderbolt-3-thunderbolt-4-or-thunderbolt-5">What should I buy: Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, or Thunderbolt 5?</h3>
  3653.  
  3654.  
  3655.  
  3656. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3657. <p>I’d recommend a Thunderbolt 4 dock. You can score a deal as retailers continue to clear out old Thunderbolt 3 inventory, but they’re being phased out. You can always future-proof your setup with a Thunderbolt 5 laptop and dock. but those aren’t essential quite yet.</p>
  3658.  
  3659.  
  3660.  
  3661. <p>Thunderbolt 5 is the 80Gbps version, which backwards compatible with both Thunderbolt 3 and 4. Thunderbolt 5 isn’t something to worry about quite yet. (<a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2509995/my-first-thunderbolt-5-experience-huge-bust.html">I’ve even tested a Thunderbolt 5 setup, and didn’t like it. </a> Even <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2575698/the-biggest-thing-i-didnt-see-at-ces-thunderbolt-5.html">the Thunderbolt ecosystem doesn’t seem convinced</a> that Thunderbolt 5 will become a thing for a couple of years.) However, I think it’s the fault of an early test laptop, and not the spec itself. Thunderbolt 5 will happen.</p>
  3662.  
  3663.  
  3664.  
  3665. <p>I’ll detail some of the differences between the specifications below. But if you’re new to this, let us reiterate: Thunderbolt 3 and 4 are basically the same, and Thunderbolt 5 won’t be an issue until after 2025.</p>
  3666.  
  3667.  
  3668.  
  3669. <p>Essentially, Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 allow up to 40Gbps maximum bandwidth, enough for two 4K/60 displays. “Up to” is the key phrase: Thunderbolt 3 is only <em>required</em> to support a 10Gbps connection, allowing for a <em>single</em> external 4K display (a 16Gbps PCIe connection, paired with USB 3.2). Most manufacturers go beyond this, however, and our recommended docks support the full 40Gbps specification (and two 4K displays) unless noted. Thunderbolt 3 also supports a slower (16Gbps) PCIe connection for connecting to external storage. </p>
  3670.  
  3671.  
  3672.  
  3673. <p>Thunderbolt 3 is also the only specification (not Thunderbolt 4) that we’ve seen <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/393260/check-out-egpu-benchmarks-in-some-of-2020s-biggest-games.html">connecting to external GPUs</a>, in case you’d like to try that approach. Thunderbolt 5 adds that capability back, but I haven’t seen anything that really takes advantage of it.</p>
  3674.  
  3675.  
  3676.  
  3677. <p>Thunderbolt 4 doesn’t allow for any leeway—you’re getting a full-fledged 40Gbps connection (32Gbps PCIe + USB 3.2), no questions asked. For external storage, Thunderbolt 4 supports 32Gbps of data transfer—this really only matters for video, external GPU connections, or possibly games. Thunderbolt 4 supports “wake on sleep” from an external keyboard or mouse, which allows you to tap your external keyboard or wiggle your mouse to wake up your PC, which is handy. Thunderbolt 4 allows for longer cables and more Thunderbolt ports on laptops, too.</p>
  3678.  
  3679.  
  3680.  
  3681. <p>Device maker Anker has a nice table of all of the technical features associated with Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and USB4, if you <em>really</em> want to get into the fine distinctions (below). What’s USB4? We address that further down.</p>
  3682. </div>
  3683. </div></div>
  3684.  
  3685.  
  3686.  
  3687. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">4.</span>
  3688. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="i-already-own-a-usb-c-dongle-can-i-use-it-with-thunderbolt">I already own a USB-C dongle. Can I use it with Thunderbolt?</h3>
  3689.  
  3690.  
  3691.  
  3692. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3693. <p>Yes, you can connect the dongle to a Thunderbolt port. But the 10Gbps dongle won’t magically transform into a 40Gbps Thunderbolt port, as there’s circuitry within the dock that allows it to work with your laptop’s high-speed Thunderbolt port. However, there’s nothing saying that you can’t connect the dongle to an available USB-C port on the Thunderbolt dock itself, either. If your laptop has two Thunderbolt ports, you can also attach a Thunderbolt dock to one port, and the dongle to the other.</p>
  3694.  
  3695.  
  3696.  
  3697. <p>That solution will add more clutter to your desk, but it might allow you to buy a cheaper, budget dock, too. It’s up to you!</p>
  3698. </div>
  3699. </div></div>
  3700. </div>
  3701.  
  3702.  
  3703. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093de3172"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Thunderbolt-comparison-chart-Anker.png?w=1200" alt="Thunderbolt 3 Thunderbolt 4 USB4 comparison chart Anker" class="wp-image-1064488" width="1200" height="1059" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  3704. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  3705. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  3706. </svg>
  3707. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Thunderbolt dock and I/O hub designer Anker provided this summary of the differences between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Anker</p></div>
  3708.  
  3709.  
  3710.  
  3711. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block">
  3712. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">5.</span>
  3713. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="my-laptop-says-it-has-a-usb4-port-not-thunderbolt-can-i-use-it-with-a-thunderbolt-dock">My laptop says it has a USB4 port, not Thunderbolt. Can I use it with a Thunderbolt dock?</h3>
  3714.  
  3715.  
  3716.  
  3717. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3718. <p>Probably. USB4 ports typically appear on laptops with AMD Ryzen processors inside. USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 are compatible and functionally equivalent. (Though Thunderbolt is an open standard, Intel declines to certify non-Intel hardware. That means that Ryzen laptops end up with USB4 ports, and Intel Core laptops include Thunderbolt.)</p>
  3719.  
  3720.  
  3721.  
  3722. <p><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/394176/the-first-usb4-products-are-here-what-to-know-what-to-buy.html"><strong>USB4</strong> is essentially a subset of Thunderbolt 4</a>, mainly designed as an I/O specification.</p>
  3723.  
  3724.  
  3725.  
  3726. <p>As a subset of Thunderbolt 4, a USB4 device will run just fine plugged into a Thunderbolt 4 port. But dock makers tell us that a Thunderbolt 4 device may not work as expected when plugged into what is specifically a USB4 port. Instead, most hubs and docks are marketed as Thunderbolt 4, while most devices (like an external SSD) are designed around USB4. (We test Thunderbolt docks on Thunderbolt laptops.) There <em>are</em> USB4 docks, however, which you’ll find above in our list of best picks. </p>
  3727.  
  3728.  
  3729.  
  3730. <p><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/919864/usb4-leaps-ahead-of-thunderbolt-with-80gbps-standard.html"><strong>USB4 Version 2</strong></a> is a standard that will propel USB4 to 80Gbps, just like Thunderbolt 5. I haven’t seen any docking stations marketed as USB v2 <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2572128/an-updated-usb-logo-will-now-mark-the-fastest-docking-stations.html">(also known as USB80Gbps</a>), however.</p>
  3731.  
  3732.  
  3733.  
  3734. <p>Note that Thunderbolt 3 and 4 require at least 15W to power devices plugged into the Thunderbolt port, such as a bus-powered hard drive. USB4 requires just half that.</p>
  3735.  
  3736.  
  3737.  
  3738. <p>I did try to connect a Thunderbolt 5 dock to a USB4 laptop, and it didn’t work. It should! It may just be a driver issue.</p>
  3739. </div>
  3740. </div></div>
  3741.  
  3742.  
  3743.  
  3744. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">6.</span>
  3745. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-is-so-important-about-thunderbolt-5">What is so important about Thunderbolt 5?</h3>
  3746.  
  3747.  
  3748.  
  3749. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3750. <p>The Thunderbolt 5 spec pushes I/O bandwidth from 40Gbps in Thunderbolt 4 to 80Gbps in Thunderbolt 5, and even to 120Gbps in some cases. Another good way to think of Thunderbolt 5 is in the context of what it can do. Thunderbolt 4 allows enough bandwidth for two 4K displays, running at 60Hz. Thunderbolt 5 will offer enough bandwidth to connect to three 4K displays, at 144Hz apiece. That helps make Thunderbolt 5 a gaming-class technology, rather than just for office work.</p>
  3751.  
  3752.  
  3753.  
  3754. <p>Thunderbolt 5 will also allow for 64Gbps of dedicated bandwidth for storage and external GPUs, double the 32Gbps on Thunderbolt 4.</p>
  3755.  
  3756.  
  3757.  
  3758. <p>Finally, there’s power. Thunderbolt 5 will provide up to 240W (140W required) of charging power for your laptop. Most laptops require 65W to 90W today, but gaming laptops require more. All this means is that a Thunderbolt 5 dock will potentially eliminate the need to carry a gaming laptop’s charger around. (It won’t be in all cases, but some.) Note that you’ll need a laptop that supports this power spec, however!</p>
  3759.  
  3760.  
  3761.  
  3762. <p>And that’s the problem. <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2061073/thunderbolt-5-will-debut-in-2025-with-gamer-class-charging-and-i-o.html">Thunderbolt 5 debuted in 2024</a>, both in laptops as well as docks and devices. Although we saw a couple of early products at CES 2024, I only saw two TB5 laptops for several months:  a version of the Razer Blade and the Maingear ML-17. Both have discrete chips inside, rather than being directly integrated inside the processor. I <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2509995/my-first-thunderbolt-5-experience-huge-bust.html">tried a Thunderbolt 5 setup, and it stunk</a>, though I think it’s the fault of Maingear’s laptop, and not the docks.</p>
  3763.  
  3764.  
  3765.  
  3766. <p>Why does that matter? If a function like Thunderbolt 5 isn’t built right into the processor, a laptop OEM must buy it separately. That takes time, money, and engineering, and most laptop makers think hard before spending extra. There are a few Thunderbolt 5 docks, but hardly any laptops that support it. At CES, I was told that <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2575698/the-biggest-thing-i-didnt-see-at-ces-thunderbolt-5.html">it may take a couple of years for Thunderbolt 5 to really go mainstream</a> — 2026 or maybe 2027. </p>
  3767.  
  3768.  
  3769.  
  3770. <p>Thunderbolt 5 isn’t integrated into Intel’s <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2350967/lunar-lake-deep-dive-intels-new-ai-laptop-cpu-is-utterly-different.html">Lunar Lake mobile processor</a>, and it’s not in the desktop or mobile versions of <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2355391/intels-next-desktop-chip-arrow-lake-will-ship-this-fall.html">Arrow Lake</a>, either. Maybe <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2569218/intel-readies-panther-lake-for-2025.html">Panther Lake</a>? However, <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2382640/thunderbolt-5-cables-appear-but-only-one-is-worth-buying.html">the first Thunderbolt 5 cable debuted</a> recently, though some of the cable lengths are probably too short to be practical.</p>
  3771. </div>
  3772. </div></div>
  3773.  
  3774.  
  3775.  
  3776. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">7.</span>
  3777. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-is-thunderbolt-share-how-does-it-work">What is Thunderbolt Share?  How does it work?</h3>
  3778.  
  3779.  
  3780.  
  3781. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3782. <p>Thunderbolt Share is a new way of connecting two PCs via a Thunderbolt cable. Plug one end of the cable into one Thunderbolt port, and the other into a Thunderbolt port on another laptop, and <em>voila</em>! They’re connected. Thunderbolt Share allows you to use one PC to control another, sync files, share files, and more, all at Thunderbolt speeds. I <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2330173/meet-thunderbolt-share-intels-ultra-fast-sneakernet-replacement-and-more.html">explain Thunderbolt Share and test it, here</a>.</p>
  3783.  
  3784.  
  3785.  
  3786. <p>It sounds simple, easy, and powerful, but it’s more complicated than that. Both PCs have to run Intel’s Thunderbolt Share software, and you’ll only be able to get that from a licensed PC or Thunderbolt dock. Thunderbolt 4 and Thunderbolt 5 will run Thunderbolt Share, but not Thunderbolt 3 — well, officially. The same goes for USB 4; it <em>might</em> work, and it might not. Intel isn’t saying.</p>
  3787.  
  3788.  
  3789.  
  3790. <p>Thunderbolt Share will be supported by a handful of PC makers as well as dock makers like Belkin, Plugable, and more. But you know what? That announcement kind of came and went. I’m not betting on Thunderbolt Share being more than a gimmick right now. I didn’t really see it make an appearance at CES 2025, either.</p>
  3791. </div>
  3792. </div></div>
  3793.  
  3794.  
  3795.  
  3796. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">8.</span>
  3797. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-cable-should-i-use-with-a-thunderbolt-dock">What cable should I use with a Thunderbolt dock?</h3>
  3798.  
  3799.  
  3800.  
  3801. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3802. <p>Virtually every Thunderbolt dock will ship with its own cable. We recommend that you use Thunderbolt 3 cables with Thunderbolt 3 products, and Thunderbolt 4 cables with Thunderbolt 4 products. Ditto for <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2382640/thunderbolt-5-cables-appear-but-only-one-is-worth-buying.html">the first Thunderbolt 5 cables</a>, when the technology ships.</p>
  3803. </div>
  3804. </div></div>
  3805.  
  3806.  
  3807.  
  3808. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">9.</span>
  3809. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="my-thunderbolt-docking-station-only-has-thunderbolt-connections-but-i-need-to-connect-it-to-my-monitor-how-can-i-connect-a-thunderbolt-dock-to-my-hdmi-display">My Thunderbolt docking station only has Thunderbolt connections, but I need to connect it to my monitor. How can I connect a Thunderbolt dock to my HDMI display?</h3>
  3810.  
  3811.  
  3812.  
  3813. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3814. <p>You’ll need a special USB-C to HDMI cable, rated for Thunderbolt speeds. I recommend and have purchased this Uni <a href="https://www.amazon.com/uni-Thunderbolt-Compatible-MacBook-Surface/dp/B075V5JK36/">Thunderbolt to HDMI cable</a> from Amazon, which is about $16. You can find cheaper options, but make sure they’re rated for either Thunderbolt or a 4K@60Hz display. </p>
  3815. </div>
  3816. </div></div>
  3817.  
  3818.  
  3819.  
  3820. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">10.</span>
  3821. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-differentiates-a-displaylink-usb-c-docking-station-from-a-thunderbolt-dock">What differentiates a DisplayLink USB-C docking station from a Thunderbolt dock? </h3>
  3822.  
  3823.  
  3824.  
  3825. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3826. <p>A DisplayLink USB-C docking station is a new category of docking station. They’re often marketed just as a USB-C docking station, unfortunately, though the DisplayLink logo features prominently on the box. The key here is that the DisplayLink technology (now owned by Synaptics) uses data compression between your PC and the dock to approximate a Thunderbolt experience (a pair of 4K displays at 60Hz, plus additional peripherals) across the narrower, slower USB-C bus. You’ll need to install a software driver for your PC to communicate with the DisplayLink chip built into the dock.</p>
  3827.  
  3828.  
  3829.  
  3830. <p>The advantage here is twofold. First, DisplayLink allows you to “cheat” and get a Thunderbolt dock experience on an older laptop. Alternatively, even if you do own a laptop with a Thunderbolt port, you may be able to find a DisplayLink USB-C dock for a cheaper price than Thunderbolt. This is a viable solution, especially if you don’t mind not playing PC games. </p>
  3831.  
  3832.  
  3833.  
  3834. <p>Our separate story on <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/801587/best-displaylink-docks.html">DisplayLink docks</a> has more. For a while, DisplayLink offered a consistently cheaper option than Thunderbolt. Older Thunderbolt technologies and tariffs have now muddled those waters that the distinction isn’t as clear-cut.</p>
  3835. </div>
  3836. </div></div>
  3837.  
  3838.  
  3839.  
  3840. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">11.</span>
  3841. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-is-hbr3-with-dsc">What is HBR3 with DSC?</h3>
  3842.  
  3843.  
  3844.  
  3845. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3846. <p>We’re starting to see some USB-C docking stations take advantage of <em>another</em> technology: HBR3 (High Bit Rate 3) with DSC (Display Stream Compression). Think of it as the industry-standard, manufacturer-agnostic version of DisplayLink. It works over the USB-C port, and again provides a dual 4K60 display experience.</p>
  3847.  
  3848.  
  3849.  
  3850. <p>The problem? It’s wonky. I’ve found that support for the technology was very iffy in 11th-gen hardware, and really seems to work consistently in 12th-gen or 13th-gen Core laptops (and above, when they ship). It’s becoming more common, however, and works more stably in the most recent Intel Core laptops.</p>
  3851. </div>
  3852. </div></div>
  3853.  
  3854.  
  3855.  
  3856. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">12.</span>
  3857. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="can-i-use-an-external-graphics-card-egpu-with-thunderbolt">Can I use an external graphics card (eGPU) with Thunderbolt?</h3>
  3858.  
  3859.  
  3860.  
  3861. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3862. <p>With Thunderbolt 3? Yes, you can. Certain manufacturers (Razer is one, though there are others) have built enclosures that can house a standard desktop graphics card, connected to your laptop via a Thunderbolt cable. Although a mobile gaming laptop with an external GPU does a good job enabling mobile gaming, a desktop GPU does even better. Thunderbolt simply connects the two.</p>
  3863.  
  3864.  
  3865.  
  3866. <p>External GPU support sort of skipped Thunderbolt 4, however, and I would recommend using a Thunderbolt 3 dock instead, or wait until Thunderbolt 5. <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/423614/how-to-transform-your-laptop-into-a-gaming-powerhouse-with-an-external-graphics-card.html">How can you hook up an external GPU to your laptop via Thunderbolt</a>? Our story has more. </p>
  3867. </div>
  3868. </div></div>
  3869.  
  3870.  
  3871.  
  3872. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">13.</span>
  3873. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="the-only-egpus-ive-seen-with-thunderbolt-use-thunderbolt-3-not-thunderbolt-4-why-is-that">The only eGPUs I’ve seen with Thunderbolt use Thunderbolt 3, not Thunderbolt 4. Why is that?</h3>
  3874.  
  3875.  
  3876.  
  3877. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3878. <p>According to a representative for Razer, the differences between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 were too small. “When we release any product, we only do so when there can be a material advantage over the previous generation,” we were told.</p>
  3879.  
  3880.  
  3881.  
  3882. <p>Since Thunderbolt 4 was backwards compatible and functionally equivalent to Thunderbolt 3, Razer simply declined to invest in the production and testing of a Thunderbolt 4 eGPU. I presume other manufacturers followed suit.</p>
  3883. </div>
  3884. </div></div>
  3885. </div>
  3886.  
  3887.  
  3888. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093de3fba"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thunderbolt-3-cable-100868063-orig.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Thunderbolt 3 cable" class="wp-image-1064490" width="1200" height="875" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
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  3890. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  3891. </svg>
  3892. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The vast majority of Thunderbolt docks should include a Thunderbolt cable like this one, which indicates that it’s specified for Thunderbolt 3.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  3893.  
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  3895.  
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  3897.  
  3898. </body></div>
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  3900. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/393714/best-thunderbolt-docks-for-a-laptop-pc.html</link>
  3901. <category>Computer Accessories, Docks and Hubs, Laptop Accessories</category>
  3902. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">393714</post-id> </item>
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  3904. <title>Check your power banks! Anker recalls six portable USB battery models</title>
  3905. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image_a9db7b.png" length="1099282" type="image/png" />
  3906. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:52:40 +0000</pubDate>
  3908. <description><![CDATA[
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  3910. <body><section class="wp-block-bigbite-multi-title"><div class="container"></div></section>
  3911.  
  3912.  
  3913.  
  3914. <p>As a former owner of a Samsung Galaxy Note 7 (you know, <a href="https://www.techadvisor.com/article/736133/worst-tech-of-the-decade-7-product-fails-in-the-2010s.html">the explodey one</a>), I’m a little sensitive to exactly how much chemical energy I’m shoving into my jeans on any given day. Case in point: accessory maker Anker is recalling six of its popular USB power banks, which are at risk for “melting of plastic components, smoke, and fire hazards.” Oh dear.</p>
  3915.  
  3916.  
  3917.  
  3918. <p>Here’s the full list, compiled from <a href="https://www.anker.com/rc2506">two different</a> <a href="https://www.anker.com/a1263-recall">Anker alerts</a> and spotted by <a href="https://9to5google.com/2025/06/29/anker-power-bank-recall-list/">9to5Google</a>: </p>
  3919.  
  3920.  
  3921.  
  3922. <ul class="wp-block-list">
  3923. <li>Anker PowerCore 10000 — Model A1263</li>
  3924.  
  3925.  
  3926.  
  3927. <li>Anker Power Bank (10K, 22.5W) — Model A1257</li>
  3928.  
  3929.  
  3930.  
  3931. <li>Anker Power Bank (20K, 22.5W, Built-In USB-C Cable) — Model A1647</li>
  3932.  
  3933.  
  3934.  
  3935. <li>Anker MagGo Power Bank (10K, 7.5W) — Model A1652</li>
  3936.  
  3937.  
  3938.  
  3939. <li>Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 30W, Built-In USB-C and Lightning Cable) — Model A1681</li>
  3940.  
  3941.  
  3942.  
  3943. <li>Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 30W, Built-In USB-C Cable) — Model A1689</li>
  3944. </ul>
  3945.  
  3946.  
  3947.  
  3948. <p>Anker says that it’s initiating a recall for these models “out of an abundance of caution.” If you have one of the affected devices, first of all, stop using it. Second of all, don’t throw it in the trash—a flaming bag of garbage is only marginally better than flaming pants. You can initiate the recall process with Anker even if you no longer have a receipt for the battery, simply using photos of the appropriate model number.</p>
  3949.  
  3950.  
  3951.  
  3952. <p>Once you document your battery and submit the photos to Anker, you can dispose of it via an authorized recycling or waste disposal center (standard electronics recycling centers might not have the necessary safety equipment). You might want to call ahead to make sure they’re authorized to dispose of recalled batteries. </p>
  3953.  
  3954.  
  3955.  
  3956. <p>That’s a bit of a hassle, sure, but it’s better than a house fire. Once you’ve submitted the documentation to Anker, the company says it will issue a replacement to you, or if no replacement is available, a gift card for the approximate value. </p>
  3957.  
  3958. </body></div>
  3959. ]]></description>
  3960. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2832088/check-your-power-banks-anker-recalls-six-portable-usb-battery-models.html</link>
  3961. <category>Power</category>
  3962. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">2832088</post-id> </item>
  3963. <item>
  3964. <title>These smart plugs for your outlets are now dirt cheap with this code</title>
  3965. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Kasa-Smart-Plugs-deal.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="645993" type="image/jpeg" />
  3966. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:22:56 +0000</pubDate>
  3968. <description><![CDATA[
  3969. <div id="link_wrapped_content">
  3970. <body><section class="wp-block-bigbite-multi-title"><div class="container"></div></section>
  3971.  
  3972.  
  3973.  
  3974. <p>Having a smart home doesn’t necessarily mean you need to spend tons of money on dozens of smart devices. A few smart plugs can change things up quite a bit, allowing you to remotely turn on and off “dumb” devices without replacing them. And right now, you can get started with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kasa-Smart-Required-Certified-EP10P2/dp/B091FXQQMQ/">a pair of Kasa Smart Plugs for only $11</a> (was $20) with discount code <code>4KASAPLUG</code> stacked on top of the current 25% product discount.</p>
  3975.  
  3976.  
  3977.  
  3978. <p>Kasa’s Smart Plugs are tiny enough that you can fit two snugly into a double outlet, which is pretty awesome and makes it easy to get started if you don’t have <em>any</em> smart devices at all. Anything you plug into the Kasa Smart Plug will be controllable via the app, allowing you to turn the outlet on and off remotely. It’s great for lamps, fans, Christmas lights, and more.</p>
  3979.  
  3980.  
  3981.  
  3982. <p>These smart plugs are compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can easily integrate them if you already have a burgeoning smart home of either ecosystem. Use voice commands to shut off the lamp in the living room while you’re already nestled in nicely in bed. You can also use a timer or countdown schedules to automatically turn on and off any appliances plugged into these smart plugs.</p>
  3983.  
  3984.  
  3985.  
  3986. <p>You’ll love how easy it is to control certain outlets right from your phone, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kasa-Smart-Required-Certified-EP10P2/dp/B091FXQQMQ/">getting two smart plugs for $11 is a great deal</a>!</p>
  3987.  
  3988.  
  3989. <span class="cta_btn_heading cta_btn_heading_center-aligned">Get two Kasa Smart Plugs for 45% off right now</span><div class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_center-aligned"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.amazon.com/Kasa-Smart-Required-Certified-EP10P2/dp/B091FXQQMQ/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">Buy now at Amazon</a></div>
  3990. </body></div>
  3991. ]]></description>
  3992. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2831558/these-smart-plugs-for-your-outlets-are-now-dirt-cheap-with-this-code.html</link>
  3993. <category>Smart Home</category>
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  3996. <title>9 nifty USB-C gadgets you didn’t know you needed</title>
  3997. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Nothing-USB-C-cable-1.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="756733" type="image/jpeg" />
  3998. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:19:50 +0000</pubDate>
  4000. <description><![CDATA[
  4001. <div id="link_wrapped_content">
  4002. <body><section class="wp-block-bigbite-multi-title"><div class="container"></div></section>
  4003.  
  4004.  
  4005.  
  4006. <p>I don’t know how your tech drawers look, but mine are filled with wires I’ll likely never use again because technology has advanced quite a bit. Thankfully, USB-C seems to be here to stay since there is no wrong way to plug these things in. It’s not just smartphones, tablets, and laptops that use these, however, but also a long list of gadgets.</p>
  4007.  
  4008.  
  4009.  
  4010. <p>We’ve scoured the market for hidden gems: gadgets that will make you think “Wow, I didn’t know I needed that, but it will make my life so much easier!” So, let’s dive in and see what cool devices you’ll be able to use your type-C cables and ports with.</p>
  4011.  
  4012.  
  4013.  
  4014. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="wowstick-1f-mini-electric-screwdriver">Wowstick 1F+ mini electric screwdriver</h2>
  4015.  
  4016.  
  4017. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e05b0b"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/wowstick-1F-64-In-1-Mini-Electric-Screwdriver.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="wowstick 1F+ 64 In 1 Mini Electric Screwdriver" class="wp-image-2779857" width="1200" height="750" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4018. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4019. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4020. </svg>
  4021. </button></figure><p class="imageCredit">Wowstick</p></div>
  4022.  
  4023.  
  4024.  
  4025. <p>If you often have to fiddle around with your computer or other gadgets, this <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H27G9NF/">Wowstick mini electric screwdriver</a> may be just what you need. This pen-shaped screwdriver features three LED lights so it’s easier to see what you’re working on and rotates 200 times per minute so you can finish the job faster. The screwdriver has a stylish base so you can hold it on your desk, and a whole collection of 56 aluminum alloy bits. The screwdriver can be charged via USB-C and it can last for hours. This super fun electric screwdriver usually goes for $41.</p>
  4026.  
  4027.  
  4028.  
  4029. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="anker-nano-power-bank">Anker Nano Power Bank</h2>
  4030.  
  4031.  
  4032. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e063d4"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Anker-Nano-Powerbank-5000mAh.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Anker Nano Powerbank, 5000mAh" class="wp-image-2640989" width="1200" height="1200" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4033. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4034. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4035. </svg>
  4036. </button></figure><p class="imageCredit">Anker </p></div>
  4037.  
  4038.  
  4039.  
  4040. <p>One thing you need to have in you bag/pocket/backpack is a power bank because you never really know when your phone will fail you and cry for a recharge. Well, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C6XK77HJ/">Anker Nano power bank</a> is tiny enough to fit just about anywhere. It comes with a foldable USB-C connector and a port on the side so you can charge two devices at once if you need to. The 5,000mAh capacity is just about enough for a full phone recharge, so it will be great in a pinch. It’s also only $30, but we’ve seen it as low as $16. </p>
  4041.  
  4042.  
  4043.  
  4044. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="endoscope-camera-with-light">Endoscope camera with light</h2>
  4045.  
  4046.  
  4047. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e06a45"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Endoscope-Camera-with-Light.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Ennovor Endoscope camera " class="wp-image-2779926" width="1200" height="750" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4048. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4049. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4050. </svg>
  4051. </button></figure><p class="imageCredit">Ennovor</p></div>
  4052.  
  4053.  
  4054.  
  4055. <p>Although it’s not something you’ll use every day, this <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZHT2VHS/">Ennover endoscope camera</a> can definitely come in handy. You just plug it in your phone, install and app, and see everything your camera does. <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2774527/i-use-this-ingenious-21-usb-c-gadget-weekly-its-a-game-changer.html">Our team swears by it</a>, using it for finding whatever they dropped behind the desk, while working on the car, or looking for pipe leaks. Since it has an <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/578310/ip-ratings-explained.html">IP67 rating</a>, you can even plop it in your aquarium. The camera comes with a 16.4ft semi-rigid cable and several accessories, including a hook, magnet, and a mirror. You can get this one for $23 right now.</p>
  4056.  
  4057.  
  4058.  
  4059. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="blukar-flashlight">Blukar flashlight</h2>
  4060.  
  4061.  
  4062. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e07074"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Blukar-flash-light.jpg?quality=50&strip=all" alt="Blukar rechargeable flashlight" class="wp-image-2779875" width="1024" height="640" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4063. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4064. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4065. </svg>
  4066. </button></figure><p class="imageCredit">Blukar</p></div>
  4067.  
  4068.  
  4069.  
  4070. <p>I don’t care who you are—you need a flashlight. The smaller, the better, because you get to shove it into any pocket. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B42R2GKP/">This model from Blukar</a> comes with a built-in 1800mAh battery that you’ll recharge with one of those many type-C cables you have in that tech drawer we were talking about. It can work for up to 16 hours on a single charge, which is pretty decent. There are four different lightning modes to cycle through, including one that will help you signal for help. Plus, one of these is only $10, so no excuse to pass on this one. </p>
  4071.  
  4072.  
  4073.  
  4074. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="heat-it-insect-bite-healer">Heat It insect bite healer</h2>
  4075.  
  4076.  
  4077. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e0780b"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image_5ba2ba.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2791664" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4078. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4079. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4080. </svg>
  4081. </button></figure></div>
  4082.  
  4083.  
  4084.  
  4085. <p>Anyone plagued by mosquitoes in the summer will be particularly pleased with this ingenious gadget. This tiny device, which can be easily connected to your smartphone via USB-C, can significantly reduce the itching of bites and stings with targeted heat.</p>
  4086.  
  4087.  
  4088.  
  4089. <p>You simply charge the small <a href="https://www.amazon.com/heat-Smartphone-Powered-Chemical-Free-Itching-Concentrated/dp/B0B5R1FFRG" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Heat It bite healer</a> via the app and then hold it on the bite. The heat then does the rest, breaking down the proteins in the mosquito bite that cause the area to swell, itch, and hurt. A true must-have for summer, and it costs only $20.</p>
  4090.  
  4091.  
  4092.  
  4093. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="a-tiny-air-pump">A tiny air pump</h2>
  4094.  
  4095.  
  4096. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e07e1d"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image_fd75e9.png" alt="" class="wp-image-2791672" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4097. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4098. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4099. </svg>
  4100. </button></figure></div>
  4101.  
  4102.  
  4103.  
  4104. <p>Also perfect for summer is this <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Compressor-Rechargeable-Ergonomic-Emergency/dp/B07B65GN6W/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">small air pump from Cycplus</a>, which fits in any bag while on the go. Not only can it inflate a bicycle tire in two minutes at the touch of a button, but it’s also USB-charged. According to the manufacturer, it’s suitable for mountain bikes, road bikes, motorcycles, and even cars!</p>
  4105.  
  4106.  
  4107.  
  4108. <p>In addition to being an air pump, this practical gadget can also be used as a flashlight or power bank for on-the-go use — all things that come in very handy on a bike ride. And at just $57, it’s highly recommended if you need quick help with a flat tire.</p>
  4109.  
  4110.  
  4111.  
  4112. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="usb-c-mini-fan">USB-C mini fan</h2>
  4113.  
  4114.  
  4115. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e08523"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image_647455.png?w=926" alt="" class="wp-image-2832145" width="926" height="1199" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4116. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4117. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4118. </svg>
  4119. </button></figure></div>
  4120.  
  4121.  
  4122.  
  4123. <p>These little fans are also pretty ingenious; you can easily carry them in your pocket in the summer and quickly use them whenever you need them. Anyone who’s ever sat on a crowded subway train in 30-degree heat and wished for at least a little fresh air will love this gadget.</p>
  4124.  
  4125.  
  4126.  
  4127. <p>The mini fan, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Rechargeable-Handheld-Portable-Operated-Flashlight/dp/B0CWP97PQB/?th=1">which costs just $20</a>, has a USB-C port and can be easily powered by power banks, computers, laptops, or USB chargers. There are even smaller and cheaper fans available that can be connected directly to your phone, costing under $10 each. But these also provide less powerful airflow, so we recommend the standalone version.</p>
  4128.  
  4129.  
  4130.  
  4131. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="reading-light-with-a-book-clamp">Reading light with a book clamp</h2>
  4132.  
  4133.  
  4134. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e08bfa"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image_88be7d.png?w=1200" alt="" class="wp-image-2832155" width="1200" height="1200" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4135. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4136. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4137. </svg>
  4138. </button></figure></div>
  4139.  
  4140.  
  4141.  
  4142. <p>Anyone who enjoys reading a lot, sometimes late into the night, will appreciate this little gadget: a reading lamp that you can simply clip onto your book. It may not be groundbreaking, but with a total of three color temperatures and five different light modes, you can individually adjust how much light you need for reading.</p>
  4143.  
  4144.  
  4145.  
  4146. <p>The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gritin-Rechargeable-Temperatures-Brightness-Lightweight/dp/B0BGN9R72N/?th=1">Gritin reading lamp costs just $15 on Amazon</a> and features a 1200 mAh battery that lasts up to 80 hours depending on usage. Afterward, you can easily recharge it via USB. You can swivel the neck of the lamp back and forth as desired, and there’s even a small charging indicator. What more could you want?</p>
  4147.  
  4148.  
  4149.  
  4150. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="samsung-flash-drive">Samsung flash drive</h2>
  4151.  
  4152.  
  4153. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e09303"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Samsung-USB-Type-C-flash-drive-product-promo.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Samsung USB Type-C flash drive product promo" class="wp-image-2441089" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4154. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4155. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4156. </svg>
  4157. </button></figure><p class="imageCredit">Samsung</p></div>
  4158.  
  4159.  
  4160.  
  4161. <p>The vast majority of flash drives have a USB-A connector, but this one from Samsung has a Type-C connector. With transfer speeds of up to 400MB/s, you’ll move files around in no time. The beauty of this thumb drive is that you can even pop it in your smartphone to record 4K vids directly on it. The Samsung Type-C flash drive comes in multiple storage options, starting at 64GB and up to 512GB and they start at $14. The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WB2NL8W/">256GB version</a>, for instance, is $27 at the time of writing. </p>
  4162.  
  4163.  
  4164.  
  4165. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
  4166. <p><em>Editor’s note: This article was originally published on May 16, but was updated to include additional devices.</em></p>
  4167. </blockquote>
  4168.  
  4169. </body></div>
  4170. ]]></description>
  4171. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2779758/9-nifty-usb-c-gadgets-you-didnt-know-you-needed.html</link>
  4172. <category>Accessories</category>
  4173. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">2779758</post-id> </item>
  4174. <item>
  4175. <title>Hackers can attack phones via Bluetooth earbuds and headphones</title>
  4176. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/sony_wh-1000xm4_headphones_review-1.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="59577" type="image/jpeg" />
  4177. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:03:20 +0000</pubDate>
  4179. <description><![CDATA[
  4180. <div id="link_wrapped_content">
  4181. <body><section class="wp-block-bigbite-multi-title"><div class="container"></div></section>
  4182.  
  4183.  
  4184.  
  4185. <p>If you’re even vaguely paranoid about someone listening in on your conversations, you might be a little anxious about that phone sitting in your pocket going forward—if you use Bluetooth. Newly discovered flaws in Bluetooth security mean that your Bluetooth earbuds and headphones are a lot more vulnerable than you thought.</p>
  4186.  
  4187.  
  4188.  
  4189. <p><a href="https://insinuator.net/2025/06/airoha-bluetooth-security-vulnerabilities/">Security researchers at ERNW</a> presented vulnerabilities in widely used Bluetooth hardware, finding three crucial weaknesses and creating a proof-of-concept exploit. The implementation wasn’t all that sinister—just “reading” what media was currently playing—but the three bugs, one of which was rated as a “high severity issue,” could be expanded far beyond snooping on your racy audiobooks. It’s possible that they could be used to execute calls to specific phone numbers, scrape contacts or call history, or in the most extreme cases execute code remotely and fully compromise a connected smartphone.</p>
  4190.  
  4191.  
  4192.  
  4193. <p>According to <a href="https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/bluetooth-flaws-could-let-hackers-spy-through-your-microphone/">BleepingComputer</a>, the affected Bluetooth headphone, speaker, and microphone hardware is used by at least 29 devices (and probably many more) from brands like Bose, Sony, Jabra, JLab, Marshall, and JBL, among others. Notable popular models include the Bose QuietComfort earbuds, Sony’s WF and WH headphone series, and Marshall’s Woburn and Stanmore speakers.</p>
  4194.  
  4195.  
  4196.  
  4197. <p>That doesn’t mean you should immediately toss your gear in the trash. We’re talking about some pretty in-depth research from people whose entire job is to find and fix these vulnerabilities, and there’s no indication that these problems are actively being exploited “in the wild.” Furthermore, an attacker would need to get physically close to you while you’re using affected Bluetooth hardware to do anything with it.</p>
  4198.  
  4199.  
  4200.  
  4201. <p>I suppose it’s technically possible that a hacker could, say, hang out in Times Square and just randomly try to drop malicious code on strangers’ smartphones while they’re listening to Brat. But a more likely scenario is a targeted attack on a specific, high-level individual, which is generally the purview of state-sponsored hacking campaigns. If you’ve never clapped eyes on anything with “TOP SECRET” in the header, you probably don’t have too much to worry about here.</p>
  4202.  
  4203.  
  4204.  
  4205. <p>The affected companies were alerted to the vulnerabilities in May, and <a href="https://www.heise.de/en/news/Zero-day-Bluetooth-gap-turns-millions-of-headphones-into-listening-stations-10460704.html">according to one German publication</a>, some (less than half) have already patched firmware for affected devices.</p>
  4206.  
  4207. </body></div>
  4208. ]]></description>
  4209. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2832006/hackers-can-attack-phones-via-bluetooth-earbuds-and-headphones.html</link>
  4210. <category>Headphones, Security Software and Services</category>
  4211. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">2832006</post-id> </item>
  4212. <item>
  4213. <title>PDF Expert review: A full-featured PDF editor for Apple devices</title>
  4214. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PDF-Expert.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="4680446" type="image/jpeg" />
  4215. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4217. <description><![CDATA[
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  4220.  
  4221.  
  4222. <div id="review-body" class="review"><img decoding="async" class="review-logo" src="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/PC-ED-CHOICE.png" alt="Editors' Choice" loading="lazy" /><span class="review-title">At a glance</span><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="experts-rating">Expert's Rating</h3><div class="starRating" style="--rating: 4.5;" aria-label="Rating of this product is 4.5 out of 5." role="img"></div>
  4223. <div><div class="review-columns">
  4224. <div class="review-column"><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="pros">Pros</h3>
  4225. <ul class="wp-block-list">
  4226. <li>Syncs across Mac, iPhone, and iPad</li>
  4227.  
  4228.  
  4229.  
  4230. <li>Comprehensive editing and annotation tools</li>
  4231.  
  4232.  
  4233.  
  4234. <li>Simple, intuitive interface</li>
  4235. </ul>
  4236. </div>
  4237.  
  4238.  
  4239.  
  4240. <div class="review-column"><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="cons">Cons</h3>
  4241. <ul class="wp-block-list">
  4242. <li>Requires annual payment</li>
  4243.  
  4244.  
  4245.  
  4246. <li>Lifetime license enables use on Mac only</li>
  4247. </ul>
  4248. </div>
  4249.  
  4250.  
  4251.  
  4252. <h3 class="review-subTitle review-subTitle--borderTop " id="our-verdict">Our Verdict </h3>
  4253. <p>PDF Expert is an excellent PDF editor that fits seamlessly in the Apple ecosystem. It’s our pick for Mac, iPad, and iPhone users. </p>
  4254.  
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  4264.  
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  4381.  
  4382.  
  4383. <p>MacOS includes a capable <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/630276/apple-preview-review.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PDF editor in its Preview app</a>, but iOS devices don’t have any native PDF editing capabilities. That leaves users to seek out third-party solutions, and Readdle’s PDF Expert is one of the most popular. The editor allows you to create, edit, annotate, organize, sign, and protect PDFs whether you’re on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad. </p>
  4384.  
  4385.  
  4386.  
  4387. <p>In its latest version, PDF Expert adds an AI-powered chat assistant that can summarize documents, extract key points, and even generate hashtags, making it easier than ever to navigate and understand lengthy or complex files.</p>
  4388.  
  4389.  
  4390.  
  4391. <p>Read on to learn more, then see our roundup of the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/407214/best-pdf-editors.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/407214/best-pdf-editors.html">best PDF editors</a> for comparison.</p>
  4392.  
  4393.  
  4394.  
  4395. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pdf-expert-features-and-design">PDF Expert features and design</h2>
  4396.  
  4397.  
  4398.  
  4399. <p>PDF Expert has a clean, intuitive interface that lets you get right to work. Tabs run across the top of the screen—Annotate, Edit, Export, Fill & Sign, Scan Tools and Measure—each revealing an appropriate set of tools when active. When you open a PDF file, it’s displayed in the main pane, and thumbnails of the document pages are displayed in a sidebar on the left.</p>
  4400.  
  4401.  
  4402. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e1ac99"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot-2025-06-17-at-9.28.16%E2%80%AFAM.png?w=1200" alt="PDF Expert" class="wp-image-2817940" width="1200" height="730" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
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  4405. </svg>
  4406. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>PDF Expert’s latest version adds an AI assistant that can summarize documents and extract key points directly from the PDF.</p>
  4407. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Michael Ansaldo/Foundry</p></div>
  4408.  
  4409.  
  4410.  
  4411. <p>Whenever you select an annotation or editing tool to work with, its corresponding options display to the right of the page. Clicking the pen tool, for example, displays sliders to adjust the line width and opacity along with a selection of ink colors. Selecting the text tool opens a display of font settings and sizes. By putting the tools you need at hand instead of requiring you to hunt through menus for them, PDF Expert saves you considerable time on your editing jobs.</p>
  4412.  
  4413.  
  4414.  
  4415. <p>PDF Expert offers a full slate of annotation tools, allowing you to highlight text and add marginalia, notes, stamps, and shapes. You can capture your signature using your Mac’s keyboard or trackpad, your iPhone’s camera, or an Apple Pencil on your iPad, and sync it across all your Apple devices to sign contracts, invoices, and other documents. The editor also supports forms, automatically detecting and highlighting fields that need to be filled.</p>
  4416.  
  4417.  
  4418.  
  4419. <p>When you’re working with sensitive documents, you can redact text by erasing it or obscuring it with a black box. You can also protect access to the file by setting a password.</p>
  4420.  
  4421.  
  4422. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e1b363"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/PDF-Expert-manage.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="PDF Expert manage" class="wp-image-819840" width="1200" height="732" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
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  4425. </svg>
  4426. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>You can drag PDF pages to reorder them.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Michael Ansaldo/IDG</p></div>
  4427.  
  4428.  
  4429.  
  4430. <figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p> By putting the tools you need at hand instead of requiring you to hunt through menus for them, PDF Expert saves you considerable time on your editing jobs.</p></blockquote></figure>
  4431.  
  4432.  
  4433.  
  4434. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-much-is-pdf-expert">How much is PDF Expert?</h2>
  4435.  
  4436.  
  4437.  
  4438. <p>You can use PDF Expert across your Mac, iPhone, and iPad for $79.99 a year, which is considerably less than our top two picks, <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/407201/adobe-acrobat-pro-dc-review.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Adobe Acrobat DC</a> and <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2163281/foxit-pdf-editor-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2163281/foxit-pdf-editor-review.html">Foxit PDF Editor</a>. A lifetime plan is available for a one-time payment of $139.99, but it only enables use of the editor on your Mac, not your Apple mobile devices. PDF Expert offers a fully-functional 7-day trial of the Mac version, no credit card required, and it’s worth taking advantage of to determine if this robust editor will meet your needs or if you’d be better served by one of the other options in our roundup of <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/407214/best-pdf-editors.html" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/407214/best-pdf-editors.html">the best PDF editors</a>.</p>
  4439.  
  4440.  
  4441.  
  4442. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="is-pdf-expert-worth-it">Is PDF Expert worth it?</h2>
  4443.  
  4444.  
  4445.  
  4446. <p>True to its name, the editor expertly handled every task I threw at it. It makes page management a simple affair, enabling you to reorder pages by simply selecting and dragging them to a new location and add or extract pages with just a few clicks. It can convert scanned documents into editable text with the click of a button, and it converts PDFs into Microsoft Office formats, plain text, or image files.</p>
  4447.  
  4448.  
  4449.  
  4450. <p>PDF Expert’s new AI chat feature extends this ease of use even further, letting you ask natural-language questions about your document, surface key points, or get a quick summary without reading the entire thing.</p>
  4451.  
  4452.  
  4453.  
  4454. <p>For Apple users, particularly those with multiple devices, PDF Expert can be a worthwhile investment for a comprehensive and easy-to-use PDF editing toolkit. I only wish the lifetime license covered the whole Apple ecosystem and not just Macs.</p>
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  4462. <title>Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp review: Paint your ceiling with shimmering light</title>
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  4464. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  4470.  
  4471. <div id="review-body" class="review"><span class="review-title">At a glance</span><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="experts-rating">Expert's Rating</h3><div class="starRating" style="--rating: 4;" aria-label="Rating of this product is 4 out of 5." role="img"></div>
  4472. <div><div class="review-columns">
  4473. <div class="review-column"><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="pros">Pros</h3>
  4474. <ul class="wp-block-list">
  4475. <li>I’ve never seen a lamp that can provide more types of lighting on a single device</li>
  4476.  
  4477.  
  4478.  
  4479. <li>Easy setup and installation</li>
  4480.  
  4481.  
  4482.  
  4483. <li>Massive number of preloaded scenes</li>
  4484. </ul>
  4485. </div>
  4486.  
  4487.  
  4488.  
  4489. <div class="review-column"><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="cons">Cons</h3>
  4490. <ul class="wp-block-list">
  4491. <li>Ripple effect can be polarizing</li>
  4492.  
  4493.  
  4494.  
  4495. <li>Overall hardware design feels a bit dated</li>
  4496.  
  4497.  
  4498.  
  4499. <li>Not cheap</li>
  4500. </ul>
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  4502.  
  4503.  
  4504.  
  4505. <h3 class="review-subTitle review-subTitle--borderTop " id="our-verdict">Our Verdict </h3>
  4506. <p>The Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp is nothing if not an acquired taste. The rippling uplight effect won’t be for everyone, but it can be dazzling in the right environment.</p>
  4507.  
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  4518. <p>Best Pricing Today</p>
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  4523. </div><h3 class="review-price" id="price-when-reviewed">Price When Reviewed</h3><p>$179.99</p>
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  4545. $179.99 </span>
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  4548. <a class="price-comparison__view-button" href="https://us.govee.com/products/govee-uplighter-floor-lamp" data-vars-product-name="Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp" data-vars-product-id="2825154" data-vars-category="Lighting" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17251" data-vars-manufacturer="Govee" data-vars-vendor="Govee" data-vars-po="" data-product="2825154" data-vars-link-position-id="001" data-vars-link-position="Price Comparison Top" data-vars-outbound-link="https://us.govee.com/products/govee-uplighter-floor-lamp" data-vendor-api="" data-vars-product-price="$179.99" data-vars-product-vendor="Govee" target="_blank">View Deal</a> </div>
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  4587.  
  4588.  
  4589. <p>Do-it-all smart home outfit Govee seemingly will not rest until every square inch of your home has light cast upon it. Its latest floor lamp/torchiere joins at least four previous freestanding lamp designs, along with two new floor lamps being launched alongside this one, the Uplighter.</p>
  4590.  
  4591.  
  4592.  
  4593. <p>The name tells the story in part: In addition to providing task-based downlight illumination, the Uplighter is particularly designed with upward-firing accent illumination in mind, along with a third, side-lighting mode. Featuring lights designed with “enhanced RGBWWIC” LEDs (the acronym indicates there are discrete elements for producing red, green, blue, white, and warm white light), which Govee says “seamlessly blends dynamic color effects with practical white lighting,” the three lighting zones work like this:</p>
  4594.  
  4595.  
  4596.  
  4597. <ul class="wp-block-list">
  4598. <li>Downlighting: 1,000 lumens from warm-white LEDs to provide tunable, white-light-only illumination for use as traditional, downward-firing task lighting.</li>
  4599.  
  4600.  
  4601.  
  4602. <li>Uplighting: This is really the main event. About 300 lumens of RGBWW lights fire upwards, painting the ceiling with a ripple effect (which I’ll elaborate upon in a moment).</li>
  4603.  
  4604.  
  4605.  
  4606. <li>Sidelighting: Finally, a ring of RGBIC LEDs add a purely decorative accent element that can be used to complement either the down- or uplighting feature. There’s no luminosity spec provided, but this section isn’t bright.</li>
  4607. </ul>
  4608.  
  4609.  
  4610. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e29d1c"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Govee-floor-lamp-downlight.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Govee floor lamp downlight" class="wp-image-2825156" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4611. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4612. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4613. </svg>
  4614. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp can deliver up to 1,000 lumens of downlighting with its dimmable warm-white LEDs.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Christopher Null/Foundry</p></div>
  4615.  
  4616.  
  4617.  
  4618. <p>All of these lighting components are contained in a single head unit, which is attached to the top of a metal pole that’s a little more than five feet long. The pole comes pre-wired, in pieces which are simply screwed together, sans tools. With the base and head unit, the system comprises a total of six pieces that must be connected, not including the standard A/C adapter. </p>
  4619.  
  4620.  
  4621.  
  4622. <figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p>Things get wild with the Govee Uplighter’s upward-firing light; its task lighting function is largely traditional. </p></blockquote></figure>
  4623.  
  4624.  
  4625.  
  4626. <p>Note that the head of the lamp can be tilted up to 30 degrees in any direction, which is useful for directing task lighting or, perhaps, for aiming the uplighting element, if you have a sloped ceiling. (Note, however, that it is difficult to make sure the head unit is level, as the ball-and-socket joint has no system for determining when it’s level with the floor.)</p>
  4627.  
  4628.  
  4629.  
  4630. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="using-the-govee-uplighter-floor-lamp">Using the Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp</h2>
  4631.  
  4632.  
  4633.  
  4634. <p>A pair of buttons on the uppermost segment of the pole can be used to manually power the lamp on and off and cycle through lighting modes on both the up- and downlighting sections. A long-press on the scene button also switches uplighting on and downlighting off, and vice versa on the following press. The various presets for the scene button can be customized by the user.</p>
  4635.  
  4636.  
  4637. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e2a5b4"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Govee-floor-lamp-poles-in-the-box.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Govee floor lamp poles in the box" class="wp-image-2825160" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
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  4639. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4640. </svg>
  4641. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The Govee Uplighter sits atop a nearly 5-foot pole, which is prewired but you’ll need to make the final assembly.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Christopher Null/Foundry</p></div>
  4642.  
  4643.  
  4644.  
  4645. <p>As with all things Govee, the lamp is designed to work with the Govee app and sets up over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. The app auto-discovered the lamp once I powered it on, and a single press of a button on the hardware was all it took to complete the connection to my network.</p>
  4646.  
  4647.  
  4648.  
  4649. <p>As a task light, the lamp is solid, offering illumination that was more than bright enough for me to work under at full strength. (Even at about 20 percent brightness, I was still easily able to read by its light.) Color temperatures supported a range from 2700K to 6500K, providing more than enough variety for whatever mood you’re trying to set.</p>
  4650.  
  4651.  
  4652.  
  4653. <p>While the task lighting function is largely traditional, the upward-firing light is where things get wild. First, it’s important to note the upper light is exclusively designed to showcase a “ripple effect” that looks exactly how it sounds. Wavy bands of color shimmer and dance on the ceiling, waving back and forth either in monochrome or with multiple colors, keeping with one color scheme or cycling through multiples.</p>
  4654.  
  4655.  
  4656. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e2af04"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/green-ripples-from-Govee-floor-lamp.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="green ripples from Govee floor lamp" class="wp-image-2825158" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4657. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4658. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4659. </svg>
  4660. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp can project beautiful patterns onto your ceiling, but the effect becomes less pronounced the higher your ceiling.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Christopher Null/Foundry</p></div>
  4661.  
  4662.  
  4663.  
  4664. <p>It’s a bit like the effect of a swimming pool reflecting onto the ceiling at night; but not quite, especially since the ripple effect eventually stops and reverses, which is a little jarring if you happen to catch it happening live. It turns out the effect is largely mechanical, and you can see the bulb under the rippled glass physically rotating if you watch closely. A music mode that changes the lighting in time with ambient sound is also included and can use either the lamp’s microphone or your phone’s for its source, but the ripple effect remains.</p>
  4665.  
  4666.  
  4667.  
  4668. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="lighting-effects">Lighting effects </h2>
  4669.  
  4670.  
  4671.  
  4672. <p>As is always the case with Govee, the user is given a seemingly infinite number of preloaded scenes to play with, whether you want your ceiling to look like it’s bathed in white moonlight, red flames, or chaotic graffiti (found under the “Funny” scene selections). Everything is displayed with that shimmering ripple effect. Of course, you can always DIY a scene of your own if nothing on the menu works for you, use Govee’s AI mode to ask for a bespoke scene, or check out the “Share Space” feature, where other Govee users can upload their own illuminated art.</p>
  4673.  
  4674.  
  4675.  
  4676. <p>The sidelighting system includes another 8 segments of LEDs that you can play with to complement either the uplighting or downlighting modes—either as accent or contrast—and many of the built-in modes have preloaded settings to control the sidelighting as well. You can also control this lighting directly, even going to far as to address each of the 8 LED segments individually with their own color.</p>
  4677.  
  4678.  
  4679. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e2b5b8"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Govee-floor-lamp-app-screenshots.png?w=1200" alt="Govee floor lamp app screenshots" class="wp-image-2825159" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4680. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4681. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4682. </svg>
  4683. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>You’ll find a dizzying array of lighting effects in patterns in Govee’s app. </p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Christopher Null/Foundry</p></div>
  4684.  
  4685.  
  4686.  
  4687. <p>What <em>can’t</em> you do with the Uplighter? The big limitation is that you can’t run both uplighting and downlighting simultaneously. While the sidelighting system can operate with either, Govee’s position is that task lighting and mood lighting are mutually exclusive. And to reiterate, there’s no color downlighting on the device, because Govee also seems to say that when you’re supposed to be working, you can’t be having fun.</p>
  4688.  
  4689.  
  4690.  
  4691. <p>The height of your ceiling matters when it comes to the ripple effect. Beneath a low, 7-foot ceiling, the ripple is bright, commanding a tight area about 4 feet across. But cast on a 12-foot ceiling, the ripple spreads across about 12 feet of space, with its brightness significantly diminished. You won’t readily be able to alter this, of course, beyond adjusting the placement and brightness of the lamp.</p>
  4692.  
  4693.  
  4694.  
  4695. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="power-consumption">Power consumption </h2>
  4696.  
  4697.  
  4698. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e2bbe6"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Govee-floor-lamp-close-up.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Govee floor lamp close up" class="wp-image-2825157" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4699. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4700. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4701. </svg>
  4702. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp offers a decidedly modern aesthetic.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Christopher Null/Foundry</p></div>
  4703.  
  4704.  
  4705.  
  4706. <p>Govee breaks down the power draw of the lamp by section: The downlight draws up to 9 watts, the sidelight 3.8 watts, and the uplight 17.8 watts, all of which seem reasonable. Support for Matter, Alexa, and Google Assistant are all also included – though as is common with complex lighting products like this, third-party ecosystems will greatly limit how much you can do with the device. That said, I had no trouble getting the Uplighter set up in each of them.</p>
  4707.  
  4708.  
  4709.  
  4710. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
  4711. <p><em>This review is part of TechHive’s in-depth coverage of the <a href="https://www.techhive.com/article/582523/best-smart-bulbs.html">best smart lighting</a>.</em></p>
  4712. </blockquote>
  4713.  
  4714.  
  4715.  
  4716. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="should-you-buy-the-govee-uplighter-floor-lamp">Should you buy the Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp?</h2>
  4717.  
  4718.  
  4719.  
  4720. <p>For $180, the Govee Uplighter might well be the most expensive torchiere in your home; it will likely also be your biggest conversation piece. The purchase decision, however, will almost exclusively come down to your thoughts about the ripple effect on your ceiling. </p>
  4721.  
  4722.  
  4723.  
  4724. <p>I think it’s kind of cool, but my wife took one look at it and made a face. You know the one.</p>
  4725.  
  4726. </body></div>
  4727. ]]></description>
  4728. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2825151/govee-uplighter-floor-lamp-review.html</link>
  4729. <category>Lighting</category>
  4730. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">2825151</post-id> </item>
  4731. <item>
  4732. <title>Govee’s Matter-enabled smart lamps do more than just dazzle</title>
  4733. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Govee-Uplighter-Floor-Lamp-white-light.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="130842" type="image/jpeg" />
  4734. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4736. <description><![CDATA[
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  4739.  
  4740.  
  4741.  
  4742. <p>Most of the long and thin smart floor lamps we’ve tried are all about casting bold splashes of color on the wall, perfect for setting a mood but not must help when it comes to reading, dining, or getting something done. But with its new line of Matter-enabled lamps, Govee hopes to bring the dazzle without forgetting the productivity.  </p>
  4743.  
  4744.  
  4745.  
  4746. <p>Govee already has several floor lamps in its portfolio, including two that we’ve reviewed, the <a href="https://www.techhive.com/article/2302209/govee-floor-lamp-pro-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.techhive.com/article/2302209/govee-floor-lamp-pro-review.html">Govee Floor Lamp Pro</a> and the <a href="https://www.techhive.com/article/2340485/govee-floor-lamp-2-review.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.techhive.com/article/2340485/govee-floor-lamp-2-review.html">Floor Lamp 2</a>. We admired both lamps, which have long, thin, stick-light designs that cast multicolored and even animated light on your walls. But while both lamps can serve up eye-catching color scenes, they’re not really designed for illuminating your reading nook or dining table. </p>
  4747.  
  4748.  
  4749.  
  4750. <p>With its trio of new floor lamps, Govee is trying something different. The first lamp boasts a three-zone lamp head that casts light up as well as down; the second model comes with a torchiere design; and the third is a tree-style floor lamp with three adjustable arms. All three lamps are compatible with Matter, the smart-home unifying standard, and all are designed to cast white light as well as color, with the traditional lamp-head and tree-style lamps particularly well suited for reading or workspaces. </p>
  4751.  
  4752.  
  4753.  
  4754. <p>First up, the Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp ($179.99, available now) has an upper zone that can splash up to 20 square meters of multicolored light on the ceiling, while a middle RGBIC zone serves up a groovy decorative glow.  </p>
  4755.  
  4756.  
  4757. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e309a9"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Govee-Uplighter-Floor-Lamp-ripple.jpg?quality=50&strip=all" alt="Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp ripple" class="wp-image-2830706" width="900" height="600" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4758. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4759. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4760. </svg>
  4761. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp can cast cool ripple effects on your ceiling, but that’s not all it can do.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Govee</p></div>
  4762.  
  4763.  
  4764.  
  4765. <p>Crucially, though, the lower section can cast up to 1,000 lumens of white light, with temperatures ranging from a warm 2,700 Kelvin to a daylight-equivalent 6,500K. That means the Uplighter Floor lamp can either cast a nifty ripple effect on your ceiling or bathe your reading nook in warm white light—or do both at the same time, if you wish. We’ve had the opportunity to perform a full <a href="https://www.pcworld..com/article/2825151/govee-uplighter-floor-lamp-review.html">Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp review</a> and we like it.</p>
  4766.  
  4767.  
  4768.  
  4769. <p>The Govee Torchiere Floor Lamp ($149.99, available July 7) is the lone lamp of the trio that’s more focused on ambient light, with three curved lenses capable of splashing mulitcolored light on up to 16 square meters of ceiling space.  </p>
  4770.  
  4771.  
  4772.  
  4773. <p>Thanks to those curved lenses, the three light zones can seamlessly blend to create rainbow effects or other colorful light scenes. When tuned to a daylight-equivalent 6,500K white-color temperature, the Torchiere Floor Lamp can cast up to 780 lumens of brightness. </p>
  4774.  
  4775.  
  4776. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e310b0"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Govee-Torchiere-Floor-Lamp-detail.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Govee Torchiere Floor Lamp detail" class="wp-image-2830705" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4777. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4778. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4779. </svg>
  4780. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The Govee Torchiere Floor Lamp has three curved lenses that can cast seamless rainbow effects on your ceiling, as well as a range of warm and cool white light.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Govee</p></div>
  4781.  
  4782.  
  4783.  
  4784. <p>Finally, the Govee Tree Floor Lamp ($169.99, available July 7) has a three-arm, tree-style design, with each arm capable of 350-degree horizontal and 90-degree vertical rotation. The light cast by the lamp heads can also be focused from 90 degrees to 30 degrees, allowing for either wide splashes of color or narrow cones of light.  </p>
  4785.  
  4786.  
  4787.  
  4788. <p>Again, both multicolor and white light will be on tap, with white light temperatures ranging from a warm 2,700K to a cooler 6,500K. That means you could turn the top two lamp heads toward the wall for ambient splashes of color, while the third arm could be focused downward for use as a reading light. </p>
  4789.  
  4790.  
  4791. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e316ad"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Govee-Tree-Floor-Lamp-detail.jpg?quality=50&strip=all&w=1200" alt="Govee Tree Floor Lamp detail" class="wp-image-2830708" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4792. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4793. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4794. </svg>
  4795. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The three arms of the Govee Tree Floor Lamp can be adjusted indepedently, meaning they can wash colors on your walls as well as cast focused cones of white light.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Govee</p></div>
  4796.  
  4797.  
  4798.  
  4799. <p>Set to its coolest 6,500K white color temperature, the Tree Floor Lamp can generate up to 1,500 lumens of brightness. </p>
  4800.  
  4801.  
  4802.  
  4803. <p>All three of the new Govee lamps can sync with music with help from their integrated microphones, and all can be grouped using the Govee app, which also offers dozens of animated light modes along with the ability to create your own lighting effects.  </p>
  4804.  
  4805.  
  4806.  
  4807. <p>Even better, the new lamps all work with Matter, the new standard that bridges the gaps between Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and other Matter-compatible smart home platforms. That means you can use your choice of voice assistant or smart home app to control basic features, although more complex functionality (such as creating your own animations) will require the Govee app. </p>
  4808.  
  4809.  
  4810.  
  4811. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
  4812. <p><em>This news story is part of <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/582523/best-smart-bulbs.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/582523/best-smart-bulbs.html">TechHive’s in-depth coverage of the best smart lights</a>.</em></p>
  4813. </blockquote>
  4814.  
  4815.  
  4816.  
  4817. <p>One feature that the new Govee lamps don’t have is an integrated Bluetooth speaker. The Govee Floor Lamp Pro has a Bluetooth speaker built into its base, making it easy to stream tunes from your phone and sync the music to the lamp’s LEDs. If you want Govee’s new floor lamps to sync with your tunes, you’ll need to supply your own music source.</p>
  4818.  
  4819. </body></div>
  4820. ]]></description>
  4821. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2830699/these-matter-enabled-smart-lamps-do-more-than-just-dazzle.html</link>
  4822. <category>Lighting</category>
  4823. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">2830699</post-id> </item>
  4824. <item>
  4825. <title>Save $300 on this huge OLED ultrawide monitor, get a free DOOM game with it</title>
  4826. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Asus-ROG-Swift-OLED-PG49WCD-monitor-2.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="273903" type="image/jpeg" />
  4827. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:54:15 +0000</pubDate>
  4829. <description><![CDATA[
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  4832.  
  4833.  
  4834.  
  4835. <p>It’s funny how as most electronics have become smaller yet more powerful, big-ass screens keep getting bigger yet more affordable. (Try to buy a phone with a screen smaller than six inches, if you don’t believe me.) Right now, you can get the biggest OLED monitor on the market for <a href="https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Curved-QD-OLED-Monitor-PG49WCD/dp/B0CDFHY8TP/">just $899 on Amazon</a>. And unlike some alternatives, this Asus monitor pairs great with gaming laptops.</p>
  4836.  
  4837.  
  4838.  
  4839. <p>The Asus ROG Swift PG49WCD uses the same 49-inch 144Hz panel that Samsung, LG, and other gaming monitor makers do. Honestly, they’re probably coming from the same factory. So it’s up to individual manufacturers to distinguish their designs beyond that 5120×1440 resolution, which is basically two QHD monitors squished together on one curved screen. Asus does this with some extra I/O prowess. In addition to the usual HDMI and DisplayPort options, you get a USB-C port with 90 watts of power delivery, which should be enough even for thirsty gaming laptops. An extra pair of USB-A ports lets the built-in KVM switch do its thing for multiple PCs at once.</p>
  4840.  
  4841.  
  4842.  
  4843. <p>Other highlights include a beefy heatsink to protect the OLED panel, various software tricks like pixel cleaning and screen moving to do the same thing, and three years of warranty coverage for burn-in if that stuff isn’t quite enough. Oh, and according to the Amazon listing, buying this monitor will get you <a href="https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Curved-QD-OLED-Monitor-PG49WCD/dp/B0CDFHY8TP/">a free copy of <em>Doom: The Dark Ages</em></a><em>. </em>Hell yeah!</p>
  4844.  
  4845.  
  4846.  
  4847. <p>You can use the savings to get a VESA mount for a stylish upgrade, but keep in mind that you might need an upgraded model to handle its weight. If this monitor isn’t quite what you’re looking for, be sure to check out <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/811315/best-monitors-2.html">PCWorld’s picks for the best monitors</a>.</p>
  4848.  
  4849.  
  4850. <span class="cta_btn_heading cta_btn_heading_center-aligned">Save $300 on this 49-inch OLED ultrawide gaming monitor (and get a free copy of Doom: The Dark Ages with it)</span><div class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_center-aligned"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Curved-QD-OLED-Monitor-PG49WCD/dp/B0CDFHY8TP/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">Buy now on Amazon</a></div>
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  4854. <category>Monitors</category>
  4855. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">2831958</post-id> </item>
  4856. <item>
  4857. <title>Ubuntu and Tuxedo duke it out for Linux on Snapdragon X Elite laptops</title>
  4858. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Untitled-design-34-9.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="63577" type="image/jpeg" />
  4859. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:36:17 +0000</pubDate>
  4861. <description><![CDATA[
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  4864.  
  4865.  
  4866.  
  4867. <p>In summer of last year, we saw several laptops with <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2806864/intel-vs-amd-vs-qualcomm-which-copilot-pc-cpu-is-best-for-you.html">new Arm-based Snapdragon X Elite processors</a> from Qualcomm released.</p>
  4868.  
  4869.  
  4870.  
  4871. <p>Many users were impressed by them, as Snapdragon laptops aren’t just fast but also power-efficient, offering much longer battery life and requiring virtually no fan. PCWorld’s Mark Hachman was personally <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2575886/i-was-skeptical-about-snapdragon-laptops-a-work-trip-made-me-a-believer.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">impressed by his Snapdragon laptop while on a business trip</a>. Plus, with the integrated NPU (neural processing unit), these laptops also have local AI capabilities with lots of future processing potential.</p>
  4872.  
  4873.  
  4874.  
  4875. <p>But for some, there’s been one big problem with these Snapdragon laptops: they could only run Windows 11. No Linux distribution was able to support them well due to numerous technical problems, and that was despite the existence of Arm editions of Linux. Qualcomm had even originally announced its intention to actively support Linux with them.</p>
  4876.  
  4877.  
  4878. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e37533"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/linux_snapdragon_elite_2.jpg?quality=50&strip=all" alt="Im Sommer 2024 präsentierte Tuxedo bereits diesen Prototypen, kann aber bis heute kein fertiges Betriebssystem zeigen." class="wp-image-2803055" width="691" height="410" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4879. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4880. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4881. </svg>
  4882. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Tuxedo presented this prototype in the summer of 2024, but is still unable to show a finished operating system.</figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4883.  
  4884.  
  4885.  
  4886. <p>That said, one of the first Linux providers to come out of the woodwork early on was the Augsburg-based company <a href="https://www.tuxedocomputers.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tuxedo</a>.</p>
  4887.  
  4888.  
  4889.  
  4890. <p>In June 2024, the manufacturer presented a prototype with a Snapdragon X Elite processor at Computex in Taiwan. Tuxedo announced its own Linux implementation as the operating system. In July 2024, however, a spokesperson for the company admitted that the hardware was already ready, but that there was “still a lot to do” on the software side. After that, the project went quiet.</p>
  4891.  
  4892.  
  4893.  
  4894. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-listicle-chart-block wp-block-product-chart product-chart">
  4895. <div class="wp-block-listicle-chart"><div class="wp-block-listicle-chart-item listicle-chart-item">
  4896. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc  " id="a-snapdragon-breakthrough-at-canonical">A Snapdragon breakthrough at Canonical</h2>
  4897.  
  4898.  
  4899.  
  4900. <p>Ubuntu is already a big step further. Canonical announced its breakthrough at the end of March 2025. </p>
  4901.  
  4902.  
  4903.  
  4904. <p>After initial trials with the ARM64 architecture, which started in 2023, and a concept image for developers published last year, the first standard distribution to support Snapdragon X Elite laptops “out of the box” was released in April with Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin).</p>
  4905.  
  4906.  
  4907.  
  4908. <p>The company has come a long way, from early ARM64 support for a single device (the Lenovo ThinkPad X13s), to the later concept image with support for more laptops, to the current release.</p>
  4909.  
  4910.  
  4911.  
  4912. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e38092"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/linux_snapdragon_elite_1.jpg?quality=50&strip=all" alt="Mit dem „Concept Image“ gelang Canonical der Durchbruch. Es lief bereits auf zahlreichen Snapdragon-XNotebooks, richtete sich aber vor allem noch an Entwickler." class="wp-image-2803053" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4913. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4914. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4915. </svg>
  4916. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Canonical made a breakthrough with a concept image, which was able to run on numerous Snapdragon X laptops. But it was primarily aimed at developers.</figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4917.  
  4918.  
  4919.  
  4920. <p>The first success came with the concept image for Snapdragon X Elite laptops. It’s based on Ubuntu 24.10 and, according to Canonical, is already running on a large number of Snapdragon X Elite laptops. The company named models including the Acer Swift 14 AI, Asus Vivobook S 15, Dell XPS 13 9345, HP OmniBook X 14, Lenovo Thinkpad T14s Gen6, Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x, as well as Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 7. </p>
  4921.  
  4922.  
  4923.  
  4924. <p>Nevertheless, the concept image was initially only aimed at developers and brave end users who were keen to try out Linux on their Snapdragon X Elite computers. It was not yet intended for productive use.</p>
  4925.  
  4926.  
  4927.  
  4928. <p>According to Canonical, supporting the ARM64 ecosystem is a greater challenge than the more traditional x86 processors used by PCs. One reason for this is that it’s less standardized. According to Canonical, different devices use different levels of UEFI firmware support or utilize different device-specific drivers and custom power management features. The Ubuntu development team has therefore had to invest a lot of work to fix these problems and address the issues.</p>
  4929.  
  4930.  
  4931.  
  4932. <p>In future, Canonical wants to support ARM64 versions in the same way it supports x86 releases. Both versions should contain the same software and the same functions, but run equally well on their respective architectures. Canonincal also intends to release official updates and security patches at the same time.</p>
  4933.  
  4934.  
  4935.  
  4936. <p>In this way, Canonical wants to set itself apart from community images for the ARM64 platform and offshoots of other distributions, which may not be able to provide “security patches in good time.”</p>
  4937. </div></div>
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  4939. </div>
  4940.  
  4941.  
  4942. <div class="wp-block-listicle-chart"><div class="wp-block-listicle-chart-item listicle-chart-item">
  4943. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc  " id="tuxedo-isnt-dead-just-yet">Tuxedo isn’t dead just yet</h2>
  4944.  
  4945.  
  4946.  
  4947. <p>In spring, work also continued at Tuxedo. At the beginning of March, a developer reported on the current status of the Elite 14 Gen1 model on the Linux kernel mailing list LKML. </p>
  4948.  
  4949.  
  4950.  
  4951. <p>Some things such as the touchpad, keyboard, embedded display port, NVMe and USB Type-C port are now working. However, other parts—like the graphics card, USB Type-A port, energy saving mode, audio, camera, and fingerprint sensor—weren’t working.</p>
  4952.  
  4953.  
  4954.  
  4955. <p>Shortly afterwards, the company added in a blog post that development had been “somewhat slow” over the past few months. On the one hand, the developers were needed elsewhere. On the other hand, it was also due to the fact that the preparatory work on which they depended had not made much progress. </p>
  4956.  
  4957.  
  4958.  
  4959. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e38d5f"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/linux_snapdragon_elite_3.jpg?quality=50&strip=all" alt="Anfang März berichtete Tuxedo auf der LKML wieder über den aktuellen Entwicklungsstand seiner Linux-on-ARM-Umsetzung." class="wp-image-2803057" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4960. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4961. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4962. </svg>
  4963. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">At the beginning of March, Tuxedo once again reported on the current development status of its Linux-on-Arm implementation at the LKML.</figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4964.  
  4965.  
  4966.  
  4967. <p>However, Tuxedo now says it has a first version of the device tree ready. This tree structure is required by the kernel on ARM64 architectures in order to manage and access hardware. It also tells the CPU which devices are connected to which ports and how they are to be controlled.</p>
  4968.  
  4969.  
  4970.  
  4971. <p>According to Tuxedo, the main focus at the moment is on integrating further hardware components into the device tree. Testing drivers is also still in planning. Unfortunately, the fact that the intended collaboration with Qualcomm—the manufacturer of Snapdragon X Elite processors—hasn’t materialized has made things more difficult.</p>
  4972.  
  4973.  
  4974.  
  4975. <p>Instead, the company is now working with Linaro, a specialist for Linux-on-Arm. However, it’s not yet possible to say when the first Snapdragon X Elite laptop with Tuxedo OS on board will be ready for the market.</p>
  4976.  
  4977.  
  4978.  
  4979. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e393e6"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/linux_snapdragon_elite_4.jpg?quality=50&strip=all" alt="Das Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x ist eines der Notebooks, auf dem Canonical erste Erfolge mit seinem Concept Image verzeichnen konnte." class="wp-image-2803058" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  4980. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
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  4982. </svg>
  4983. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x is one of the handful of Snapdragon X Elite laptops on which Canonical has had initial success with its concept image.</figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4984.  
  4985.  
  4986.  
  4987. <p>When asked, Tuxedo also stated that they see the biggest advantage of the Snapdragon X Elite laptops in the “longer runtimes with high performance and very low noise levels.” Initial benchmarks for performance and runtime have looked promising, but specific figures haven’t yet been published.</p>
  4988.  
  4989.  
  4990.  
  4991. <p>When asked about the integrated NPU, Tuxedo stated no current plans for it. “Too much is still missing for that at the moment,” says Tuxedo. In principle, however, the company sees “great potential” in Arm-based Linux laptops, “otherwise we wouldn’t have started working on it.”</p>
  4992.  
  4993.  
  4994.  
  4995. <p>How will this all develop? It’s hard to say just yet. But if Tuxedo has its way, this could well be the future standard. Only time will tell.</p>
  4996. </div></div>
  4997. <div id="gpt-leaderboardmainbod-19" class="ad page-ad has-ad-prefix ad-article" data-ad-template="article" data-ofp="false" data-aaad="true" data-aa-adunit="/8456/IDG.US_CSMB_PCWorld.com/" data-aa-targeting='{"pos":"BTF19"}'>
  4998. </div></div>
  4999.  
  5000. </body></div>
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  5002. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2831829/ubuntu-and-tuxedo-duke-it-out-for-linux-on-snapdragon-x-elite-laptops.html</link>
  5003. <category>Laptops</category>
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  5006. <title>Wow! Save $550 on this RTX-powered OLED laptop with 32GB RAM today</title>
  5007. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Asus-ProArt-PX13-gaming-laptop-deal-2.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="560154" type="image/jpeg" />
  5008. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:08:43 +0000</pubDate>
  5010. <description><![CDATA[
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  5013.  
  5014.  
  5015.  
  5016. <p>If you’re always on the go and need a reliable laptop with a gorgeous screen and plenty of power, then you might want to check out the Asus ProArt PX13. Normally available for $1,800, right now you can <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus-proart-px13-13-3k-oled-touch-screen-laptop-copilot-pc-amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-370-32gb-memory-rtx-4050-1tb-ssd-nano-black/6584436.p?skuId=6584436">get this OLED laptop for a stunning $1,250 at Best Buy</a>.</p>
  5017.  
  5018.  
  5019.  
  5020. <p>Where do I even start with this one? There’s so much to gush about! How about the vibrant OLED touchscreen with a super-crisp 2880×1800 resolution that looks incredible on the 13.3-inch display? With 500 nits of brightness, it’ll shine and serve you well in most environments, too. Not to mention the dedicated RTX 4050 graphics card that’s great for modern 3D gaming, which will also look fabulous on this screen.</p>
  5021.  
  5022.  
  5023.  
  5024. <p>All of that is founded on top-notch specs, including the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, speedy 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and spacious 1TB SSD. That’s enough power for gaming, productivity, <em>and</em> creativity! Flip the screen over and use it like a drawing tablet, or prop it up like a tent and conveniently read PDFs or watch streaming video. And did I mention that CPU qualifies this as a Copilot+ PC? That means you’ll have full access to all the new AI features in Windows 11.</p>
  5025.  
  5026.  
  5027.  
  5028. <p><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2418049/asus-proart-px13-review.html">We reviewed the Asus ProArt PX13</a> and absolutely loved it, giving it a bright 4.5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award. “The Asus ProArt PX13 is an incredible laptop.” Enough said. Frankly, what are you even waiting for? Laptops like this rarely come this cheap—get the <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus-proart-px13-13-3k-oled-touch-screen-laptop-copilot-pc-amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-370-32gb-memory-rtx-4050-1tb-ssd-nano-black/6584436.p?skuId=6584436">Asus ProArt PX13 for $550 off at Best Buy</a> before this deal expires! And for more like this, check out <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/436674/best-pc-laptops.html">our picks for the best laptops</a>.</p>
  5029.  
  5030.  
  5031. <span class="cta_btn_heading cta_btn_heading_center-aligned">Save $550 on this Copilot+ OLED laptop with RTX 4050 and 32GB RAM</span><div class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_center-aligned"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus-proart-px13-13-3k-oled-touch-screen-laptop-copilot-pc-amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx-370-32gb-memory-rtx-4050-1tb-ssd-nano-black/6584436.p?skuId=6584436&intl=nosplash" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">Buy now at Best Buy</a></div>
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  5034. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2831868/wow-save-550-on-this-rtx-powered-oled-laptop-with-32gb-ram-today.html</link>
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  5038. <title>Can’t access your NAS drives in Windows 11? Here’s what to do</title>
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  5040. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  5045.  
  5046.  
  5047.  
  5048. <p>If you’re having trouble getting your Windows PC to connect to a NAS, you’re not the only one. A recent update in Windows 11 Pro 24H2 introduced introduced security settings that block certain types of file sharing, specifically guest access. This can result in confusing error messages when trying to access shared folders. Fortunately, there are ways to work around this while staying safe on a private network.</p>
  5049.  
  5050.  
  5051.  
  5052. <p>For example, the message reads: </p>
  5053.  
  5054.  
  5055.  
  5056. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
  5057. <p><em>You cannot access this shared folder because your organization’s security policies block unauthenticated guest access. These policies help protect your PC from insecure or malicious devices on the network.</em><br><em>The network path was not found.</em></p>
  5058. </blockquote>
  5059.  
  5060.  
  5061.  
  5062. <p>You might get system error 3227320323 or see codes like 0x80070035 or 0x800704f8. But don’t worry, you can still connect Windows 10 PCs to the NAS.</p>
  5063.  
  5064.  
  5065.  
  5066. <p>In most cases, the problem stems from new security restrictions introduced in Windows 11 24H2. For instance, Microsoft has now disabled guest access to shares. In the past, it was possible to connect to a share or NAS without entering a username and password—but this is no longer allowed in Windows 11 Pro 24H2.</p>
  5067.  
  5068.  
  5069. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e40795"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/pcw05_signieren_RGBeci.jpg?quality=50&strip=all" alt="Gruppenrichtlinie" class="wp-image-2662258" width="983" height="528" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  5070. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  5071. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  5072. </svg>
  5073. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Check whether or not the signing of SMB connections is already set to “Disabled” on your computer.</p>
  5074. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  5075.  
  5076.  
  5077.  
  5078. <p>There are two logical solutions to this problem: Either you do without guest access to your NAS drive and set up one or more user accounts with a password. In the interest of data security, this is the recommended method. As the steps required to create a user differ from NAS system to NAS system, we will not go into further detail here.</p>
  5079.  
  5080.  
  5081.  
  5082. <p>Alternatively, you can partially override the changes in Windows 11 Pro 24H2 and deactivate the user login requirement. Attention: You should only select this option on a private network where you do not store any confidential data on the NAS.</p>
  5083.  
  5084.  
  5085.  
  5086. <p>This is how you proceed. First, check the signing of the SMB connection to your NAS device. SMB is the protocol that lets you access shared folders on a network. To check it, open Group Policy Editor by typing <strong>gpedit</strong> in the taskbar search and clicking “Edit group policy.”</p>
  5087.  
  5088.  
  5089.  
  5090. <p>Then go to:</p>
  5091.  
  5092.  
  5093.  
  5094. <p>Computer configuration > Windows settings > Security settings > Local policies > Security options. On the right side, find the policy “Microsoft network (client): Digitally sign communication (always)” and make sure it’s set to “Disabled.”</p>
  5095.  
  5096.  
  5097.  
  5098. <p>If not, adjust the setting and confirm with “OK.” Now make sure that the guest login works again. “Computer configuration” > “Administrative templates” > “Network” > “LanMan Workstation.” On the right side, double-click “Enable insecure guest logins,” select “Enabled,” and click “OK.”</p>
  5099.  
  5100.  
  5101.  
  5102. <p>Access to the NAS should now also work in the latest version of Windows. Nevertheless, a warning once again: You should only change these default settings if there’s no other option.</p>
  5103.  
  5104.  
  5105. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e4118d"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/pcw05_powershell_RGBeci.jpg?quality=50&strip=all" alt="Powershell " class="wp-image-2662261" width="880" height="360" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
  5106. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  5107. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  5108. </svg>
  5109. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>There is no Group Policy Editor in the Home version of Windows, so you must make the changes in PowerShell instead..</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  5110.  
  5111.  
  5112.  
  5113. <p>In the Home version of Windows 11 24H2, guest access is still active by default. If there are still problems accessing a NAS device because the setting has been changed for some reason, do the following:</p>
  5114.  
  5115.  
  5116.  
  5117. <p>Since Windows Home doesn’t have Group Policy Editor, you’ll need to use PowerShell. Just type “powershell” in the taskbar search, then click “Run as administrator” on the right.</p>
  5118.  
  5119.  
  5120.  
  5121. <p>Now enter the command:</p>
  5122.  
  5123.  
  5124.  
  5125. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
  5126. <p>Set-SmbClientConfiguration -RequireSecuritySignature $false</p>
  5127. </blockquote>
  5128.  
  5129.  
  5130.  
  5131. <p>Press Enter and confirm with Y for “Yes.” You have now deactivated SMB signing.</p>
  5132.  
  5133.  
  5134.  
  5135. <p>For guest access, enter the following command:</p>
  5136.  
  5137.  
  5138.  
  5139. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
  5140. <p>Set-SmbClientConfiguration -EnableInsecureGuestLogons $true</p>
  5141. </blockquote>
  5142.  
  5143.  
  5144.  
  5145. <p>Then press Enter and confirm again with Y. </p>
  5146.  
  5147. </body></div>
  5148. ]]></description>
  5149. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2809208/cant-access-your-nas-drives-in-windows-11-heres-what-you-can-do.html</link>
  5150. <category>Networking, Windows</category>
  5151. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">2809208</post-id> </item>
  5152. <item>
  5153. <title>Google launches Gemini for schools, who are already terrified of AI</title>
  5154. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/shutterstock_2523880741-4.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="268969" type="image/jpeg" />
  5155. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  5157. <description><![CDATA[
  5158. <div id="link_wrapped_content">
  5159. <body><section class="wp-block-bigbite-multi-title"><div class="container"></div></section>
  5160.  
  5161.  
  5162.  
  5163. <p>The 2025 school year may be ending, but students who return in the fall will have a new AI tutor: Google Gemini for Education.</p>
  5164.  
  5165.  
  5166.  
  5167. <p>At the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) conference, Google launched its new AI teaching tool. </p>
  5168.  
  5169.  
  5170.  
  5171. <p>“Gemini for Education provides default access to our premium AI models, soon with significantly higher limits than what consumers get at no cost, plus enterprise-grade data protection and an admin-managed experience as a <a href="https://workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2025/04/notebookLM-and-gemini-app-core-services-for-education-customers.html">core Workspace service</a> — all included in your Workspace for Education plan free of charge,” Google said.</p>
  5172.  
  5173.  
  5174.  
  5175. <p>Google is pitching the ability for educators to roll their own “Gems,” or AI experts, which can help students learn new concepts. Google NotebookLM also provides a repository for students to upload documents into and then hear an audio summary, via Audio Overviews. Google recently added Video Overviews, too, which adds a visual element.</p>
  5176.  
  5177.  
  5178.  
  5179. <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
  5180. <iframe title="Video Overviews Preview from NotebookLM" width="500" height="281" src="" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen data-src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-bjg2kqtrLc?feature=oembed"></iframe>
  5181. </div></figure>
  5182.  
  5183.  
  5184.  
  5185. <p>Google Gemini for Education will be free, though Google is offering a paid <a href="https://edu.google.com/workspace-for-education/add-ons/gemini-education/">Google Workspace with Gemini add-on</a> for $18 per user per month, though with some educational discounts. That program includes the ability to include some 8-second video clips using the Veo 3 text-to-video generator, which will help teachers up their meme game to connect with kids.</p>
  5186.  
  5187.  
  5188.  
  5189. <p>Of course, there’s a bit of irony in all of this, since teachers are mortally afraid of AI’s ability to help their students cheat — even as <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2420070/can-ai-be-used-ethically-for-school-work-heres-what-teachers-say.html">they don’t want to deny them the ability to use it, either</a>. It’s a big moral quandary, especially when it comes to testing. The upshot last year was that teachers might use AI to teach, but the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2420072/how-ancient-tech-is-thwarting-ai-cheating-in-the-classroom.html">safest way to avoid AI cheating</a> was to go back to pen and paper at test time. </p>
  5190.  
  5191.  
  5192. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{"imageId":"6863093e457e0"}' data-wp-interactive="core/image" class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-class--hide="state.isContentHidden" data-wp-class--show="state.isContentVisible" data-wp-init="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-on-async--load="callbacks.setButtonStyles" data-wp-on-async-window--resize="callbacks.setButtonStyles" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Gemini-tab-in-Google-Classroom.png?w=1200" alt="Google Gemini tab in Google Classroom" class="wp-image-2831048" width="1200" height="1117" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge" data-wp-init="callbacks.initTriggerButton" data-wp-on-async--click="actions.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="state.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="state.imageButtonTop">
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  5195. </svg>
  5196. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Gemini will get its own tab in Google Classroom.</figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Google</p></div>
  5197.  
  5198.  
  5199.  
  5200. <p>Google, meanwhile, seems to want to make AI as ubiquitous as a laptop. We’ll see what happens in the fall.</p>
  5201.  
  5202. </body></div>
  5203. ]]></description>
  5204. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2831025/google-launches-gemini-for-schools-who-are-already-terrified-of-ai.html</link>
  5205. <category>Personal Software</category>
  5206. <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">2831025</post-id> </item>
  5207. <item>
  5208. <title>Aging PNG image format gets refreshed with first update in over 20 years</title>
  5209. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PNGumwandeln.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="282149" type="image/jpeg" />
  5210. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:52:53 +0000</pubDate>
  5212. <description><![CDATA[
  5213. <div id="link_wrapped_content">
  5214. <body><section class="wp-block-bigbite-multi-title"><div class="container"></div></section>
  5215.  
  5216.  
  5217.  
  5218. <p>The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) recently released an update to the Portable Network Graphics (PNG) image format, one of the most popular image formats for web content. <a href="https://www.tomshardware.com/software/png-has-been-updated-for-the-first-time-in-22-years-new-spec-supports-hdr-and-animation">Tom’s Hardware</a> writes that this is the first time the W3C has updated the file format since 2003.</p>
  5219.  
  5220.  
  5221.  
  5222. <p>The PNG image file format was originally launched in 1996, but this is only the third version ever. New features in the latest version include support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) images, animation via animated PNG (APNG) files, and storage of EXIF metadata.</p>
  5223.  
  5224.  
  5225.  
  5226. <p>The W3C decided to update the file standard after another group within the consortium—working on time-based text such as subtitles, captions, and audio descriptions—realized that PNG files needed HDR support.</p>
  5227.  
  5228.  
  5229.  
  5230. <p>The newest version of PNG is already supported by popular web browsers including Chrome, Safari, and Firefox, as well as creative editing software such as Adobe Photoshop and Da Vinci Resolve.</p>
  5231.  
  5232. </body></div>
  5233. ]]></description>
  5234. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2831837/aging-png-image-format-gets-refreshed-with-first-update-in-over-20-years.html</link>
  5235. <category>Personal Software</category>
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