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by Steven Esposito · Posted
Fathers—you can’t get them anything because they keep on buying things for themselves. But what if you can find the one thing he didn’t know he needed? Well, that’s why I’m here. Today, I am going to tell you about some of the best tech-related gifts you can get dad this year all depending on the type of dad he is. Does he love sitting back and watching his favorite shows? Is he a business professional? Maybe he spends hours upon hours playing video games. No matter what he does, we have something in mind for him.
The Casual Dad
Casual dads
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Have you ever needed to save your data to a storage drive that isn't located on your computer? Chances are you have and in doing so ran into questions like "Why is this taking so long?" or "Why does this thing weigh five pounds?" I'm here to answer those questions and more in this ultimate guide to portable storage.
What Is Portable Storage?
Let's start off by answering the most basic question here. As a form factor, portable storage is used to save data outside of your computer. They can be anything from flash drives to SSDs. There are tons
by Steven Esposito · Posted
2025 was a great year for consumer tech, though some of it may have flown under your radar. With that in mind, let’s take a look at some of the game-changing gear you might have missed. From productivity-boosting laptops to workflow-enhancing peripherals, here are some of our favorite devices.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Copilot+ PC
Finding a compact yet capable laptop can be challenging, but the Microsoft Surface Laptop
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Right now we are in the middle of a huge transitional period in the world of computers. Resting well within the respite of hardware and software refreshes. On one level, Microsoft ended its support for Windows 10, meaning that users may have to either upgrade to Windows 11 or fully replace their aging systems. On another, we have a ton of hardware releasing at the perfect time, which is just before the holiday season really kicks off! If you are looking for an upgrade for any reason, you came to the right place at the right time. Let’s look at
by Steven Esposito · Posted
When it comes to the gear computer professionals use, there are a ton of different tools they swear by—many of which you might not have heard of. With that in mind, today we'll be looking at the underrated tools pros swear by and how those tools can help improve and enhance your workflow.
Xcellon Pro Hub 10
I like to start out with a few devices like hubs! They are great for all sorts of scenarios like trying to expand the
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
Fall is nearly upon us, which means many recent high school grads will soon be heading off to college. To help incoming freshmen thrive during their first year on campus, we’ve put together a list of useful computer tech we think will benefit them in and outside of the classroom.
Essential: Laptop
A good, reliable laptop is arguably the most important piece of computer gear a student can bring with them to college. Regardless of their field of study, students need a laptop that offers solid battery life and enough processing power to tackle
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and you may be wondering, “what can I give my dad that will make him as excited as when he saw Steely Dan during the 2007 Heavy Rollers tour?” Luckily, we are here to help with a slew of computer-related gifts. Whether he is a casual user, a creative, or a gaming enthusiast, there is something for every type of father here! They might not have anything to do with singer-songwriter Donald Fagen, but it will make your dad quite happy!
Tablets and Computers
Apple Mac mini with M4 Chip
If your father
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and you might be looking for a cool gift that would make you her favorite, even if you are an only child. We also recognize that there are many different moms out there with varying levels of computer knowledge out there, so let’s take a look at some of the best computers, tablets, and accessories designed for all types of mothers out there and make it a Mother’s Day worth remembering!
Tablets and Computers
Apple Mac mini with M4 Chip
by William Min · Posted
Ever since Apple made the move to making its own in-house silicon, the entire Mac lineup has evolved to become supremely capable when it comes to handling content creation, including the labor-intensive task of editing video. And while it’s true that performance will vary depending on the model, you’re no longer limited to just a few capable devices. Apple’s powerful in-house processors mean that regardless of whether you
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Filming and recording the perfect scene and capturing every moment is fun, but when you're taking hours of raw footage, you'll find that your storage quickly fills up. Whether you are filming scenes large or small, offloading your scenes to an external storage solution can assist with not just holding data, but keeping it organized; this way you don't have piles of CFexpress cards laying around. Choosing your exact storage solution is imperative to revisiting your work, capturing plenty of B-roll, and managing your editing process. That is why
by Steven Esposito · Posted
When it comes to preserving and protecting your digital photographs, choosing the right storage solution is critical. In this guide, we’ll walk you through some of the important factors to consider when shopping for a storage solution, including which specs to focus on and the different storage category types. We’ll also include some of our favorite storage options and explain what makes them so great.
Understanding Your Storage Capacity
A good rule of
by Steven Esposito · Posted
When it comes to building a gaming PC, choosing the right monitor for your setup is paramount. After all, what good is that next-gen graphics card or state-of-the-art motherboard if your display doesn't support those powerful peripherals?
In this guide, we're going to talk about what to look for when shopping for a gaming monitor: from panel type to pixel count and everything in between.
Before we get started, if you'd rather skip the specs explainer and get right to the product recommendations, be sure to check out our guide on the
by Mos Khan · Posted
While choosing the right SSD for your custom PC isn’t as complicated as picking the right motherboard, there's more to it than just finding the right capacity. In this guide we'll show you how to pick the right storage for your build and give you some need-to-know tips on topics like form factor or read/write speeds.
Form Factor
Let's get into the kinds of storage you're likely to come across in your search. These days,
by Steven Wong · Posted
If you want to make more content and spend less time complaining about your equipment, having a laptop that meets the needs of your creative workflow is critical. Fortunately, there is an incredible variety of laptop systems powered by Intel® 12th-Generation Intel® Core™ processors that fit almost any professional style, ranging from in-studio photo shoots to editing videos on location to capturing your masterful moves during a livestream. These CPUs stand out with a hybrid core design, which lets low-voltage Efficient cores handle background
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Building your own gaming PC can be an incredibly rewarding experience. From the excitement of picking out parts to the thrill of assembly, there’s nothing quite like it.
But despite its many dividends, building a PC from scratch remains a niche endeavor, its participation limited by the daunting nature of the task.
Fear not: though it might seem a formidable and overly complex task, building your own gaming PC is relatively straightforward. With the right info, a clear and well-thought-out concept, and proper guidance, anyone can