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HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook: Price, release date, and everything else

HP's newest flagship Chromebook is the Dragonfly Pro Chromebook. We look at everything you need to know about this incredible new ChromeOS device.

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HP topped our list of favorite Chromebooks with their Dragonfly Chromebook, but the company is back in 2023 with what could be an even better device for the average person. This time around, there's a traditional clamshell laptop, the HP Dragonfly Pro Chromebook.

Best Apple AirPods 3 cases in 2023

Are you looking for an accessory to protect your new Apple AirPods 3? We have selected the best cases and covers on the market right now.

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The Apple AirPods 3 launched back in late 2021, introducing a cleaner design and a number of new features and technologies. These include Spatial Audio, water resistance, a longer battery life, MagSafe charging support, and more. Despite these earbuds being solid, they're still prone to get damaged. After all, accidents occur all the time, especially when you least expect them to.

Best Apple iPad Mini 6 (2021) cases in 2023

Protecting your new device is important, so we have prepared for you a list of the best iPad Mini 6 cases currently available.

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Apple announced the iPad Mini 6, along with the iPhone 13 lineup and iPad 9 during its California Streaming event in 2021. This iPad Mini comes with a complete redesign, inspired by that of the newer iPad Pro models, in addition to new colors. It has no physical home button and moves the Touch ID scanner to the Power button. If you haven't yet bought it, do check out the best iPad Mini 6 deals. A compact yet powerful slab deserves to remain as shiny as the day you bought it. Scratches and cracks would simply ruin its clean aesthetic. So we have compiled for you a list of the best iPad Mini 6 cases to help minimize the damage in potential accidents.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 vs MacBook Pro 14

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 vs MacBook Pro 14: Which should you buy?

This is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 vs MacBook Pro 14: The battle between two Pro laptops that run different OSs.

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Deciding which computer to buy next can be confusing, especially when you're investing a big sum of money in your device. There are plenty of decent Macs and laptops out there, including some ThinkPad notebooks — deciding which one is right for you can be confusing. To make the selection process simpler for you, we're breaking down two powerful laptops manufactured by Lenovo and Apple. This is the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 vs MacBook Pro 14: The battle of powerhouses.

Best Apple Watch Series 7 screen protectors in 2023

Looking for a solid screen protector for the Apple Watch Series 7? We have compiled a list of the best screen protectors you can find right now.

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Back in 2021, the great iPhone maker expanded the Apple Watch family by introducing the Series 7 model. A year later, the company launched the Apple Watch Series 8, featuring the same display sizes and chassis. Nonetheless, it did introduce some minor internal tweaks in the process, such as crash detection and the body temperature monitor. One of the several aspects these two smartwatches share is the round, scratch-prone display. Any bump towards a wall or hard object can scratch or, worse, shatter these screens. After all, they're not flat, and they don't have any raised protective bezels. That's why it's a smart idea to protect your Apple Watch with a screen protector. To help you find the right pick, we've chosen some of the best options currently available. They all come in 41mm and 45mm variants, so no matter which Apple Watch Series 7 model you have, they'll fit perfectly. These same options will also work on the Series 8 models if that's what you've got.

Apple Watch SE 2nd-generation in three colors

Is the Apple Watch SE 2 waterproof? Does it have an IP rating?

The Apple Watch SE 2 is an affordable smartwatch. Is it waterproof, though? Should you swim or shower while wearing it? Let's find out.

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Let's start by clearing a common misconception. Many of the tech products you use are water-resistant, not waterproof. This means they resist certain liquids under different conditions. Notably, though, this resistance wears down over time. So just because a device is water-resistant when it's new doesn't mean it'll remain so down the road. Thus, avoid unnecessary water or liquid exposure.

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Can you use older watch bands on the Apple Watch SE 2?

Since 2015, Apple has released watches in several different sizes. So can you use older watch bands on the Apple Watch SE 2 model? Let's unpack!

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Since the original Apple Watch, the company has released models in six different sizes (excluding the 49mm Apple Watch Ultra variant). You've got 38mm, 40mm, 41mm, 42mm, 44mm, and 45mm models. In terms of band compatibility, you should know about two size groups. The first includes 38mm, 40mm, and 41mm watches, while the second contains 42mm, 44mm, and 45mm watches.

The Apple Watch Series 8 offers a familiar design, but now packs  a new temperature sensor.

Can you use older watch bands on the Apple Watch Series 8?

The Apple Watch Series 8 is available in 41mm and 45mm variants. Does this mean it supports older watch bands? Let's find out.

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Since 2015, the Cupertino firm has released six different Apple Watch sizes (excluding the Apple Watch Ultra's 49mm): 38mm, 40mm, 41mm, 42mm, 44mm, and 45mm. The Apple Watch Series 8 is only available in 41mm and 45mm variants. If you have a band from an older model, it could work — depending on whether the size groups match or not. 38mm, 40mm, and 41mm watch bands are compatible with each other. Similarly, 42mm, 44mm, and 45mm bands are also compatible with each other. So if you have a band for 40mm Apple Watch and have bought the 45mm Apple Watch Series 8, the band simply won't be compatible. However, a 42mm older band would work with this watch just fine.

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Best HDMI cables in 2023

Looking for a new HDMI 2.0 or HDMI 2.1 cable for TV, console, or speaker? We have selected the best HDMI cables you can buy right now.

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If you have upgraded to the latest generation gaming console, are buying a new 4K or 8K TV, or simply need an eARC-capable HDMI cable for your home theater setup, there are tons of options on the market. But if you are not sure which HDMI cable is suitable for you, we can help.

Best music player apps for Android in 2023

Looking for a new music player app? Check out our round-up of the music apps you should use on your Android phone!

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It feels like we've been able to carry our music with us wherever we go for as long as we can remember. Back in the day, it was Walkman and MP3 music players that allowed us to take our tunes with us. Fast forward to today, and our smartphones have taken up the mantle of portable music players, offering us access to nearly any song we can think of at the touch of a button. However, the music player that comes pre-installed on your phone may not always be the best way to listen to your favorite tunes.

These are all the PCs that can be upgraded to Windows 11

We've rounded up every major PC that supports the Windows 11 upgrade so you can find out if yours is compatible, or buy one that is.

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Windows 11 is over a year old, but it's still fresh in our minds and many of us haven't upgraded yet. After all, it's an optional update, and with some drastic changes to the system requirements, especially when it comes to the CPUs that support Windows 11, a lot of us just can't upgrade. But that's just the thing; if you have an older PC, you may be wondering whether it can be upgraded to Windows 11

Best budget graphics cards in 2023

If you're in the market to buy the best budget graphics cards in 2023, then here are some great options to consider.

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Recent years have been tough for people buying GPUs on a budget; it was true in 2020, and it's still true today. AMD and Nvidia just don't offer good value cards like they used to. Still, there are some decent options in the $100 to $300 range for the value-conscious PC user. These graphics cards are far from being the best, but they'll do well enough for 1080p and even in some cases 1440p gaming at a good framerate.

A person using an iPad 10 with Apple's new magic keyboard accessory on a table in a coffee shop.

Best 12.9-inch iPad Pro cases in 2023

If you're spending over $1,000 buying this tablet, you'll want to protect it. Here are the best iPad Pro cases.

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In late 2022, Apple launched an M2-powered iPad Pro in 11-inch and 12.9-inch variants. This time around, the company didn't change much, apart from bumping the chip from M1 to M2 and introducing an Apple Pencil hover feature. Other than those tweaks, this tablet retains pretty much all of the technical specifications of its predecessor. This means that the dimensions are identical, thus cases designed for the 2021 model will work perfectly on the 2022 variant, and vice versa. And considering its high price tag, you really should invest in a case. Otherwise, a single drop could cost you hundreds of dollars in repairs. To simplify the process for you, we've picked some of the best iPad Pro 12.9-inch cases currently available.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus: Which flagship phone is better?

The best iPhone vs one of the best Android flagships out there. Find out which one wins!

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Apple's iPhone 14 Pro Max and the Galaxy S22 Plus are different in many ways, but they share some similarities too. Both phones, for instance, have an OLED display with a bezel-less design and cutout towards the top. You also get a triple camera setup on both devices along with some other similarities including a similarly specced battery unit, almost the same physical dimensions, and more. As for which phone is better for you is entirely subjective and may come down to whether you prefer Android or iOS, but we'll try to highlight some of the stark differences between the two in this Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus comparison. Let's dive in!

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Best chargers for Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11

You can juice up your Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 with any of these nine chargers from Anker, Lenovo, and other brands.

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Battery life is critical for the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 since it is a business laptop. For those moments when the juice runs dry from all-day web browsing and meetings, you'll want to power up your ThinkPad as fast as possible to get back into work. Of course, Lenovo includes a 65W charger for you in the box that plugs into the USB-C port on your laptop for this, but if you happen to lose it or want an alternative, there are many other chargers you can use.

Best graphics cards for gaming

Best graphics cards for gaming in 2023

In this article, we're going to take a look at some of the best graphics cards for gaming you can buy in 2023.

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A graphics card is one of the most important components of a gaming PC, if not the most. But just like most PC components, there's no single GPU that works for everyone. While some users may want the absolute ultimate gaming experience on PC, others may want something that offers the best value, albeit less powerful. Many are even looking for the best budget graphics cards for a casual 1080p gaming experience.

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Best replacement chargers for the MacBook Pro

Need a new charger for your Macbook Pro? These are some of the best options you can get, be it from Apple or cheaper third-party options.

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When you spend over $1,000 on a premium laptop like the MacBook Pro, it's only natural you'd want it to last as long as possible, and that includes the charger. Of course, accidents do happen, and you can still break or lose your charger, but that's no reason to stop using the laptop. There are plenty of replacement chargers out there, so you can easily get one that works for your MacBook Pro.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Plus

Best keyboards for the Surface Pro 7

Bought a Surface Pro 7 without a keyboard? Here are the best keyboard options to help you get the most out of your new tablet.

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The Surface Pro 7 from Microsoft is a great laptop, even more so at the time of its release back in 2019. Essentially, it's just a tablet, but the way it's designed with its fully-adjustable kickstand and the dedicated keyboard connector makes it versatile so that you can use it as a laptop, too. That versatility made the first-ever Surface Pro one of the most unique PCs at the time, and it's something Microsoft has kept alive for the past 10 years.

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Best accessories for Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11

Complete your purchase and make your new ThinkPad better to use with these categories of gadgets for your ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11

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If you end up buying a new business laptop like the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11, then investing in some new accessories will help boost your experience a bit. A dedicated keyboard and mouse can make typing and scrolling through web pages more comfortable. A monitor can help you multitask and open more windows at once. Then a dock gives you more ports to connect printers, USB drives, and other tech items to your new Lenovo laptop.

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Best Android tablets in 2023

There are some great Android tablets out there, so if you're not sure what to buy, we've rounded up the best ones for you.

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Android tablets are pretty divisive, and the problem is that whatever you can get in the Android world, you're typically better off just getting an iPad instead. Android doesn't scale particularly well on tablets and is often left best as a mobile operating system. Android 12L went a long way towards improving the problem, but it's still not an ideal situation if you're looking to pick up an Android tablet. iPads almost certainly have an upper hand in the tablet world.