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Logitech’s StreamCam now $40 off with this terrific Prime Day Deal

Want to up your streaming game? Grab the opportunity to pick up Logitech's StreamCam for $40 off this Prime Day.

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Logitech has been a staple in the PC accessory space for many years, with the legendary C920 webcam sitting atop many monitors around the world. The Logitech StreamCam is a substantial upgrade with 60 FPS capture, autofocus, auto exposure, and a new robust mount. It competes with the likes of the Elgato Facecam and Anker PowerConf C300 and is one of the best webcams you can buy. At just $130, the Logitech StreamCam is a whopping $40 off its regular price this Prime Day, which makes it a steal for those who want to invest in a high-quality webcam.

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Samsung’s 980 SSD is cheaper than ever at under $30 for Prime Day

Samsung’s speedy 980 SSD is the cheapest it’s ever been at under $30 this Prime Day.

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Samsung is a staple when it comes to high-performance SSDs, and the Samsung 980 PCIe M.2 SSD is a brilliant storage drive. It’s currently the cheapest that it’s ever been, and this Prime Day deal is perfect for those looking to either build a new computer or upgrade their internal storage. The Samsung 980 comes in several different capacities, but the 500GB model is now under $30, making it an absolute steal.

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Best chargers for HP EliteBook 1040 G10 in 2023

The HP EliteBook 1040 G10 is a fantastic business laptop, so what are the best chargers for it?

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HP’s EliteBook 1040 G10 is a business laptop with the latest 13th-generation Intel Core processors. It has a compact 14-inch design, has a fairly comprehensive IO selection, and charges its 38Wh or 51Wh battery via USB-C. It’s not out to compete with the best laptops around, but it is more than capable of your average office tasks thanks to its solid spec sheet. Here are the best charging accessories for the compact enterprise notebook.

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Which LG Gram should I buy?

The LG Gram series has some of the best lightweight laptops that you can buy. Which one is for you?

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The LG Gram series of notebook computers is renowned for having some of the best lightweight laptops that you can buy. It comprises many different models and SKUs, which can make picking one rather difficult. There's the mainline LG Gram series, which comes in four sizes, but there are also three active sub-models: the Style, 2-in-1, and SuperSlim. There is also last generation’s Ultra-Slim Pro, which is technically still available from some retailers, but that line has been dropped for the 2023 refresh.

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Is the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 good for gaming?

Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5 is a unique-looking laptop, but is it any good for gaming?

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Lenovo makes some fantastic laptops ranging from small office machines to beastly gaming powerhouses. The IdeaPad Pro 5 is the middle ground with a sleek design and portable form factor, but it has the capabilities to be more than just a commuter computer. With upgrades available for graphics and processors, you might be wondering if the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 is good enough for gaming.

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LG Gram 14 (2023) vs MacBook Air (M2): Which lightweight laptop is for you?

Apple and LG have some of the best lightweight laptops around, but which is better?

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LG and Apple have a history of creating some of the best thin and light machines in their Gram and Air series, respectively. With the latest versions now available — the Apple MacBook Air M2 and LG Gram 14 (2023) — which one should you go for? Should you go with LG’s super light design or Apple’s impressive new M2 processor? Beyond the operating systems, what are the true differences?

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Best Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook (2023) chargers in 2023

Lenovo’s IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook is a great cheap entry into touchscreen laptops. Here are the best chargers you can buy for the machine.

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Lenovo’s IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook is a compact ChromeOS laptop that aims to compete in the budget space. It’s not one of the best Chromebooks or even the best Lenovo laptops, but its low price stands out - especially given its 1080P touch-enabled display. It charges its battery via a USB-C port up to 45W in power. This makes it easier to find chargers for than laptops with a proprietary barrel connection. With that in mind, here are the best charging accessories for the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Chromebook.

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HP EliteBook 840 G10 vs HP Elite X360 830 G10: Which business laptop should you buy?

HP's business notebooks are some of the best that you can buy. Which of these two compact machines is best?

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HP has a range of great business laptops. The new HP EliteBook 840 G10 and Elite x360 830 G10 come in with the latest Intel Core processors for increased performance and efficiency. Both are compact machines with solid connectivity and Windows 11 Pro installed. So what makes them different, and which should you buy at upwards of $1,600?

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Mac Studio (2023) vs Mac Pro (2023): Which professional Apple desktop should you buy?

Mini or mighty? Which of these two professional Apple desktops should you buy?

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Apple’s latest desktop Mac refreshes have arrived with the company’s new silicon, both promising to be some of the best Macs on the market. The Mac Studio (2023) is now available with the M2 Max and M2 Ultra, which replace the M1 Max and M1 Ultra versions. And for the first time ever, Apple’s Mac Pro (2023) is now also available with Apple silicon, namely the new M2 Ultra SoC. These new processors increase performance in CPU and GPU while also increasing efficiency.

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Lenovo Yoga 7i (2023) vs HP Envy x360: Which big, midrange convertible should you buy?

Lenovo's Yoga and HP's x360 series are staples of the convertible laptop space, but which is the king?

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If you're in the market for a premium-feeling yet affordable convertible laptop, you've likely seen these two machines pop up. The Lenovo Yoga 7i 16-inch (2023) and HP Envy x360 15.6-inch (2023) are two standouts in this space. They both feature big screens, the latest processors from Intel, and come in at around $1,000. But which of the two is the true king of this sub-category? While they feel similar on their face, they have some varying specs that'll make or break your decision. Either way, they're some of the best best HP and Lenovo laptops available right now, especially if you want something with a large display.

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Best B550 motherboards in 2023

From tiny to beastly, here are the best B550 motherboards for AMD’s Ryzen 3000, 4000, and 5000-series CPUs.

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AMD’s AM4 platform was replaced by its new AM5 platform in September 2022 — the new platform for some of the best CPUs out there. However, that means there are some great deals to be had on the slightly older hardware. If you’re not after the latest, you can still get great performance and features out of these AM4 motherboards. There are plenty of motherboards in different sizes with various features to choose from when building a computer for AMD Ryzen 3000, 4000, or 5000 series processors.

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Best accessories for Dell XPS 15 (2023)

Want to maximize your Dell XPS 15? Here's a selection of the best accessories!

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The new Dell XPS 15 is one of the best laptops in its own right, but it can be even better when used in partnership with quality accessories. You can expand your screen real estate with an external monitor for extra windows and apps, zip around quicker and more accurately with a standalone mouse, or use a single cable to connect your laptop to accessories and charge simultaneously with a Thunderbolt 4 dock. And that's not all, which is why I've gathered a selection of the best accessories to make the most of the Dell XPS 15’s potential.

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Best gaming phones in 2023

Enjoy gaming on the go? Here are the best gaming smartphones whatever your budget.

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While gaming phones are extremely niche — especially in the U.S., with Asus being the only major gaming smartphone manufacturer— they are at least becoming more popular internationally from brands like Xiaomi and Nubia. However, phones are becoming so powerful overall that many mainstream options are now great for playing video games. Whether you want something big, small, affordable, premium, or just downright gamer-focused, this roundup of the best gaming phones has you covered.