If you’re looking for a mid-range APS-C camera in the run-up to Christmas, there are truly some excellent choices out there right now. With Nikon having just launched the Z 50, the choice between that, the Sony a6400, Canon’s new M6 Mark II, and the popular Fuji X-T30 is quite tough. Here’s a very balanced guide to get you started. […]
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Ode to my DSLR: Why I Love the Nikon D610
I used my Nikon D610 to take the last photograph of my mom before she died. I’ve documented my children’s lives nearly everyday. The rubber grip is wearing thin in spots. A rubber tab on the bottom is chronically flapping loose; my fingers push it back into place out of habit. This camera has become […]
Android 10’s missing features: All the stuff that never made it into the final update
Android 10’s beta period was a wild ride, with new implementations of gesture navigation and tweaks to notifications happening on a monthly basis. The active development cycle also meant some previously-announced functionality has been removed, while other features have yet to show up at all. We expected at least a few of them to end […]
SAMSUNG GALAXY S11 TRIO TO SHIP WITH LASER AUTO-FOCUS
We probably are several months away from knowing the Galaxy S11 in all its glory. However, nothing is stopping them from pipping out through several leaks and rumors. Could be this a sign that Samsung will release its 2020 trio of flagships before the usual MWC season? Well only time will tell, but today, we […]
Lenovo Chromebook C340 review: You get what you pay for
Chromebooks are available at prices high and low. The $300 Lenovo Chromebook C340 sits in the sweet spot, balancing affordability with features and functionality. You’ll be hard-pressed to find as much bang for the buck as in the Chromebook C340, but Lenovo made a few choices that threaten to sink the entire experience. Find out what they are […]
Asus TUF 15.6″ Gaming Laptop On Sale For $579
Black Friday is an excellent time to find a nice gaming laptop on a budget. Today’s biggest gaming titles have demanding spec requirements—a good graphics card and a reliable processor is a must. This 15.6″ Asus machine more than hits the mark as one of the best deals we’ve found so far on gaming laptops. […]
Sony Xperia 5 gets bootloader unlock and Open Devices support
Despite not being the favorite OEM of many, Sony Mobile has done a lot for the Android ecosystem. Between supporting the efforts of open source developers by contributing to AOSP and the advent and upkeep of their Open Devices program, there’s a lot to be said for Sony’s dedication to Android. The Open Devices program […]
Thermaltake’s H550 TG ARGB Case Comes with Tempered Glass, Aluminum, & RGB
Recently having announced a trio of very similar cases, Thermaltake is back again to announce the new H550 TG ARGB case. At first sight, these cases might appear quite different from the G31, G32, and G33, but they’re actually based on the same internal chassis. The basis is a simple mid-tower ATX case, which can hold […]
Lenovo ThinkBook 14s review: The best of ThinkPad, without the ThinkPad
Earlier this year, I reviewed the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, but that device came alongside a larger one, the 14s. Now that device is in, and it’s a very similar machine. It’s a bit bigger, and it has dedicated graphics, but it’s just as awesome. If you’re unfamiliar with the ThinkBook brand, that’s OK, because it’s new. […]
This Samsung Chromebook is just $89, but here’s why spending more is so much smarter
If you’re looking to get one of the most affordable computing experiences you can this Black Friday, Best Buy’s discount on a Samsung Chromebook is one of the easiest ways to do that. You can get an 11.6-inch Chromebook for $89, though there’s good reason to spend just $30 more for an upgraded model. The $89 […]