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The Best Gaming Laptops of 2017

Faster processors and new graphics technologies (like Nvidia's Pascal) have made today's gaming laptops almost as powerful as desktops. Here's what you need to know when shopping for your next portable powerhouse, along with our top reviews.

The Fastest VPNs of 2017

Many VPNs are excellent at protecting your privacy online, but which of them deliver the best Internet speeds? We ran the tests.

Apple iPad review (2017): No alarms and no surprises

You'd be hard-pressed to find a better tablet at this price.

Moto G5 and G5 Plus review: Still the best budget phones

With upgrades including great cameras, you won't do better at this price.

The Best Media Streaming Devices of 2017

We pit the highest-rated streaming boxes and sticks against one another to find out which one is your best bet for watching shows, movies, and more on your television.

The Best PC Games of 2017

Looking to buy a new video game, but don't know where to start? Our 100-plus game reviews in 14 categories can help you pick the title that's right for you.

The bottom line: Our quick verdict on Google's Pixel and Pixel XL

They're two of the best phones you can buy right now.

The Best Chromebooks of 2016

If a quick and easy way to get on the Web is all you need out of a laptop, a chromebook is the way to go. Here's what to look for when shopping, and our top recommendations.

The bottom line: Our quick verdict on the ASUS ZenBook 3

If only it were as comfortable to use as it were nice to look at.

The bottom line: Our quick verdict on the PlayStation VR

It doesn't matter that it's less immersive than rival headsets.

Razer's Blade Stealth and 'Core' add up to the gaming laptop I always wanted

It’s no desktop, but it’s a decent stand-in. 

Razer's Blade Stealth and 'Core' add up to the gaming laptop I always wanted

It’s no desktop, but it’s a decent stand-in. 

Pixel and Pixel XL review: What happens when Google designs phones?

Everyone else making Android phones should be a little worried.

The Ecobee3 Lite is a decent smart thermostat that costs less than most

But depending on your home’s layout, you may miss the remote sensor support.

The Best PC Games of 2016

After testing and rating scores and scores of PC games, our experts offer up the 100 top-ranking titles in 14 genres.

The Best Wireless Routers of 2016

The right router can make a big difference to how you use your PC, phone, and other connected devices. Here's how to shop for one, along with our top-rated products.

The Best Smart Light Bulbs of 2016

Still stuck in the dark days of incandescent lighting? See the light—and control it with your smartphone—with one of these top-rated connected lighting systems.