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3 Clever Uses For Your Keyboard's Volume Knob (Other Than Music)

staff@bgr.com (Matthew Sholtz) — Fri, 22 May 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Volume is the default use for a keyboard knob, but it's far from the best one. Here are a few alternatives worth setting up in your firmware.

Google's AI-Powered 'Magic Pointer' Is Its Latest Feature In A Frustrating Trend

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:47:00 +0000

Google announced a new AI feature for its Googlebook laptops that reinvents how you interact with your cursor. It's impressive, but it raises a few questions.

4 Signs Your Laptop Battery Might Be Dying

staff@bgr.com (Joe Oliveto) — Wed, 20 May 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Laptop batteries don't last forever, and they'll eventually need to be replaced. That's why it's important to know what the warning signs are for a dying one.

Apple App Store Subscriptions Just Got Cheaper, But There's A Catch

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Wed, 20 May 2026 01:47:00 +0000

Apple's new App Store payment plan lets you get discounted yearly subscriptions without paying everything up front, but it comes with some important conditions.

5 Underrated Gaming Laptop Brands That Can Compete With Razer

staff@bgr.com (Christian Wait) — Wed, 20 May 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Razer isn't the only company that makes excellent gaming laptops. Several other brands are worth looking into, especially if price is an important factor.

Linux Vs. Windows: Which Is Better For Your PC?

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Tue, 19 May 2026 23:47:00 +0000

Frustrated by forced updates and AI features? Discover if you should stick with Windows OS or make the leap to a surprisingly capable alternative Linux.

Why There's Simply No Need For A Desktop PC Anymore

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Tue, 19 May 2026 21:47:00 +0000

It used to be that desktop computers were commonly found in the average person's home, with laptops being geared toward business professionals, but not anymore.

Here's What Happened To Sony's Vaio Laptops

staff@bgr.com (Talia Roepel) — Tue, 19 May 2026 19:47:00 +0000

Sony's Vaio underwent a significant change in 2014 after the brand experienced instability, including weak sales amid a global decline in PC demand.

4 Underrated PC Brands That Can Compete With Dell

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:17:00 +0000

Dell isn't the only option for prebuilt PCs. Several underrated brands offer compact, repairable, and highly configurable alternatives at better prices.

11 Free Apps You Should Always Install First On Your New Gaming PC

staff@bgr.com (Ritwik Mitra) — Tue, 19 May 2026 18:02:00 +0000

Even with the cost of computer components skyrocketing, some free apps can make your new gaming PC sing, even on a budget. Here are the ones to install first.

3 Disadvantages Of Privacy Screen Protectors You Need To Know About

staff@bgr.com (Joe Oliveto) — Tue, 19 May 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Privacy screen protectors sound like a smart idea, but there are drawbacks that many users only discover after buying one. Here's what you should know first.

What That 'Red Button' On A Lenovo ThinkPad Is For

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Tue, 19 May 2026 03:47:00 +0000

That little red nub on a ThinkPad keyboard has been there since IBM launched the line in 1992. Here's what it actually does and why Lenovo kept it.

This Is What A 5MB Hard Drive Cost In The 1980s

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Mon, 18 May 2026 23:47:00 +0000

Storage prices are skyrocketing but are nowhere near all-time highs. Here's what a 5 MB hard drive cost in 1981 and what that means for the future of storage.

This '80s Icon Is Still The Best Selling Computer Of All Time

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Mon, 18 May 2026 22:47:00 +0000

Personal computers started to become a normal household item by the 1980s, with companies like Apple, Atari, IBM, and others fighting for the top spot.

Is It Safe To Use A Third-Party USB-C Charger For Your MacBook?

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Mon, 18 May 2026 21:47:00 +0000

Using a third-party USB-C charger with a MacBook sounds convenient, but there are some important considerations before you swap out the Apple original.

Xbox Mode Turns Your PC Into A Console, But It Can't Hide Windows 11 Bloat

staff@bgr.com (Christian Wait) — Mon, 18 May 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Xbox mode for Windows 11 is finally out of preview, and it brings some genuinely useful features. Windows bloat is still very much along for the ride, though.

10 '80s Tech Items Nearly Every Home Had

staff@bgr.com (Levin Roy) — Mon, 18 May 2026 16:08:07 +0000

The '80s was the final era of truly tactile technology. See the essential gadgets that were in every home before the digital revolution changed everything.

9 New Gadgets To Look Out For In May 2026

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Mamiit) — Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000

The gadgets in this roundup are all either freshly released in April or May, or are available for pre-order with an expected release date before June ends.

4 Laptops With The Best Battery Life In 2026

staff@bgr.com (Krishi Chowdhary) — Sun, 17 May 2026 21:47:00 +0000

Finding a laptop with genuinely great battery life in 2026 takes more than reading the spec sheet. These are the ones that passed real-world tests.

Do Ethernet Splitters Reduce Network Speed?

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Sun, 17 May 2026 10:47:00 +0000

An Ethernet splitter may sound like the solution to getting more Ethernet ports around your house, but it's likely not the right solution for your problem.