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A14 gets smarter, A16 gets stronger, but they're still both lightweight — ASUS expands Zenbook lineup with faster Snapdragon power and bigger OLED options

At CES 2026, ASUS refreshed the awesome Zenbook A14 — and announced a new, ultra-light 16-inch version powered by Qualcomm's most powerful laptop chips yet.

The Iceland Gray and the Zabriskie Beige ASUS Zenbook A16 laptops floating in the air near bubbles.

In a crowded tablet market, Lenovo’s Yoga Tab Plus Gen 1 finds its niche — but can an Android tablet actually replace my Windows laptop?

I've been using the Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus (Gen 1) instead of my usual laptop, and I've come away impressed by this hardware — but I'm going back to my laptop.

Image of the Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus (Gen 1) tablet.

Hogwarts Legacy is totally free on the Epic Games Store for a limited time, but you may have trouble getting it

During The Game Awards 2025, it was confirmed that Hogwarts Legacy is the newest free game on the Epic Games Store, at least for a limited time (so go redeem).

Hogwarts Legacy students

We're actually getting a new Star Wars game set in the Old Republic, and it's helmed by the original KotOR and Mass Effect director

During The Game Awards 2025, we got our first teaser for Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, a brand-new action-RPG coming to PC and consoles... eventually.

Screenshot of Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic from The Game Awards 2025.

Capcom's enigmatic Pragmata finally has a release date, and you'll be able to play a demo soon

Pragmata has been on players' radar for a long time, now, but Capcom has finally announced a proper release date at The Game Awards 2025, along with other news.

Screenshot of Pragmata from The Game Awards 2025.

Keys like pebbles and an ultra-low price — what more could I want from my jack-of-all-trades wireless keyboard?

I've been using the Logitech Pebble Keys 2 (K380s) wireless Bluetooth keyboard, and it's exactly what I expected from one of the most popular sub-$50 options.

Image of the Logitech Pebble Keys 2 (K380s) wireless keyboard.

How to choose the best Dell laptop for you: Alienware, Premium, Pro, Pro Max, and more

The Dell portfolio of laptops and other devices can be overwhelming, even after a simplifying rebrand. Here's what you need to know to pick the best Dell for you.

The Dell 16 Premium outside on a cushion with a patio backdrop. The Windows Central logo is on the laptop's background screen.

Minecraft’s latest test unleashes spears, zombie mounts, and chaotic new combat

Mojang Studios has released a new Minecraft: Java Edition snapshot with the first playable Mounts of Mayhem features, including spears and zombie mounts.

Screenshot of Minecraft's Mounts of Mayhem update preview.

Minecraft Movie 2 teased with a 2027 release date — here’s what we know

A Minecraft Movie released earlier this year, and Mojang Studios has already begun teasing the sequel. Still unnamed, the second Minecraft movie is coming 2027.

Screenshot of the Minecraft movie sequel's release date teaser.

Intel Arc GPUs receive major upgrades on Panther Lake with XeSS 3 and Xe3 cores

Intel has revealed a ton of information about Panther Lake, a new platform of mobile chips landing in 2026. Part of the platform? Upgraded Intel Arc GPUs.

DOOM: The Dark Ages screenshot with Intel Arc Graphics logo

Panther Lake handhelds are coming — and they could give AMD’s Xbox Ally X a run for its money

During Intel Tech Tour 2025, Intel teased that its next-generation Panther Lake chips will appear in gaming handhelds in the future, and I'm excited to see it.

Xbox Ally

Inside Intel’s Fab 52 — the Arizona mega foundry building the future of 2nm chips

During Intel Tech Tour 2025, I got the chance to tour Fab 52, Intel's latest (and biggest) foundry for building chips on the brand-new 18A process node.

Image of Intel 18A and Fab 52.

Intel bets big on Panther Lake — its first 2nm chips promise major gains for 2026 and beyond

During Intel Tech Tour 2025, the next-gen Panther Lake platform was fully unveiled, built on a brand-new processing node for better performance and efficiency.

Image from Intel Tech Tour 2025.

Razer let its head of design outside — but only to teach me how the company's gaming gear is brought to life

I was given the opportunity to chat with Charlie Bolton, Razer's Global Head of Design, to learn how Razer designs and releases its popular gaming products.

Image of design concepts and prototypes at Razer.

Unboxing the limited-edition HP OMEN 35L VALORANT desktop: A gamer's dream

HP has released a VALORANT Edition of its OMEN 35L pre-built gaming desktop, with a custom case and components. It's available now, and I've gone hands-on.

Image of the HP OMEN 35L VALORANT Limited Edition pre-built desktop gaming PC.

Razer Kraken Kitty V3 Pro wireless headset review: Purr‑fect for gamers who want it all

I've been testing the Razer Kraken Kitty V3 Pro, and Razer finally and unequivocally nailed this formula. This is the cutest wireless gaming headset I recommend.

Image of the Razer Kraken Kitty V3 Pro wireless gaming headset.

The most creative game I've played this year also rips straight from classic 3D platformers, and it's awesome

I recently wrapped up Ruffy and the Riverside, one of the more modest games I've played this year that still managed to make a big impression on me.

Screenshot of Ruffy and the Riverside running on Xbox Series X.

We got fresh Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC gameplay, but what's even better? A Nintendo Switch 2 release announcement

During Gamescom 2025 Opening Night Live, Bethesda Softworks announced that Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 next year.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC reveal during Xbox Games Showcase.

ASUS G14 Bulked Up for 2025—Still Sexy, Just a Bit Chonkier

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) is once again a fantastic laptop for gaming and everything else, but ASUS pursued more power at a cost, and I'm conflicted.

Image of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) gaming laptop.

The Gaming Desktop I've Relied on More Than Any Other Is More Powerful and Sleeker Than Ever — But Damn, It's Expensive

I've been using the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i (Gen 10), and while it isn't a massive departure, it's a better pre-built gaming PC than ever — but it's expensive.

Image of the Lenovo Legion Tower 7i (Gen 10) gaming desktop.

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