Melissa Riofrio
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The supercar of PCs? Lenovo just made an Aston Martin-infused workstation
The new ThinkStation PX comes with dual Xeon CPUs, up to four Nvidia GPUs, and a host of features designed to deliver maximum speed and cooling efficiency—just like a sports car. → Read More
Best gaming laptops 2022: No-nonsense reviews & expert buying advice
Which gaming laptop should you buy? From size, to performance, to budget, to features, this buyer's guide will help you find the right gaming laptop for your needs. → Read More
Best dash cams 2021: Your second set of eyes on the road
We review the best 1080p and 4K dash cams. They record what's ahead (and sometimes what's behind)—just the sort of backup you want in the midst of harried traffic. → Read More
Best laptops 2021: Reviews and buying advice
Independent, testing-based reviews of laptops from all the top brands. We pick the best budget, premium, and gaming PCs, and compare AMD vs. Intel. → Read More
The Acer Aspire Vero is a laptop that takes recycled plastic seriously
The Acer Aspire Vero laptop is packed with PCR (post-consumer recycled) plastic, in a bid to make environmental impact a selling point for PCs. → Read More
Acer debuts the hugest Chromebook ever
The Acer Chromebook 317 is the world's first Chromebook with a 17.3-inch display, though the size is less exciting after you realize the resolution is just 1080p. → Read More
The ultra-mobile Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold changed how I work from home
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold's mobile talents found a new purpose during pandemic lockdown: It made work-from-home easier because it could go anywhere—in my house. → Read More
The best Dell Inspiron laptops: All the new models, features, pricing and more
The Dell Inspiron laptop line spans display sizes from 13 to 16 inches, and feature options galore. We'll walk you through the newest models to help you find the best one for your needs. → Read More
Samsung's new Galaxy Book Pro laptops are thin, light and smart
The new Samsung Galaxy Pro and Galaxy Pro 360 laptops offer a raft of state-of-the-art features, from AMOLED screens to Thunderbolt 4 and intelligent settings. → Read More
Cobra SC 201 Dash Cam Review: Outstanding video, GPS, cloud uploads
The Cobra SC 201 front/interior dash cam is easy to use, with great video, GPS, cloud uploads, and a long warranty. Note the app doesn't work with older Android phones. → Read More
HP makes two cool corporate laptops: the Elite Dragonfly G2 and Dragonfly Max
The Elite Dragonfly G2 is the second generation of HP's premium corporate laptop. Its new sibling, the Elite Dragonfly Max, is built for collaboration. → Read More
Silicon Power US70 NVMe SSD review: Surprisingly good real-world performance
The 2TB Silicon Power US70 turned in excellent sustained transfer times, rivaling some of the top-tier competition. Overall performance is mid-range, though at a nice price. → Read More
Why you may not be getting the SSD you paid for
SSD vendors may upgrade firmware and components over a product's lifespan. Most changes are positive, however, some may negatively affect performance. → Read More
Best Cyber Monday laptop PC deals
Here's our curated list of the best holiday discounts and deals on laptops, organized by retailer. → Read More
Black Friday 2020: The best early laptop PC deals
Here's our curated list of the best discounts and holiday deals for notebook PCs, laptops, and Chromebooks, curated by PCWorld editors and organized by retailer. → Read More
The Porsche Design Acer Book RS brings sports-car flair to a premium laptop
The Porsche Design Acer Book RS applies a sports-car aesthetic to a thin-and-light laptop, but the performance remains to be seen. → Read More
The first foldable PC is here: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold goes on preorder
The first foldable PC, Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Fold, goes on preorder September 29. It will have a leather cover and retail for $2,499. → Read More
Why this Acer Aspire 5 is usually the bestselling laptop on Amazon
With its AMD Ryzen 3 CPU, this Acer Aspire 5 laptop has a roomy display, a slim-and-trim chassis, solid everyday performance, and a sub-$350 price tag. → Read More
The Chromebook Spin 713 is Acer's high-end model for work or home
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is the company's fanciest Chromebook to date, with sleek design, high-end features, and even an enterprise version. → Read More
The Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Duet is avant-garde, yet affordable
The Lenovo IdeaPad Chromebook Duet is the latest attempt to meld Chromebook productivity with Android versatility. Can the affordable price shift more users away from plain old clamshells? → Read More