
Darragh Murphy
Darragh is Tom’s Guide’s Computing Editor and is fascinated by all things bizarre in tech. This usually leads to assorted coverage varying from washing machines designed for earbuds to the wild world of laptops. Whether it's connecting Scar from The Lion King to two-factor authentication or turning his love for laptops into a fabricated rap battle from 8 Mile, he believes there’s always a quirky spin to be made.
Darragh has previously been an Editor for Laptop Mag and a News Editor for Time Out Dubai, where he also headed the gaming and tech section. His work can be seen in Mashable, Android Police, Shortlist Dubai, Proton, theBit.nz, ReviewsFire and more.
While laptops are his bread and butter, he’s also reviewed smartphones, monitors, speakers, docking stations and VPNs. He’s covered IFA, MWC Barcelona, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and more.
When he's not checking out the latest devices and all things computing, he can be found going for dreaded long runs, watching terrible shark movies, and trying to find time to game.
Latest articles by Darragh Murphy

Steam Deck 2 rumored to be in the works — and it may arrive with a massive AMD APU upgrade
By Darragh Murphy published
Valve may already be working on its highly anticipated Steam Deck 2, as rumors suggest it could arrive with a huge AMD APU upgrade.

I test the best Android tablets for a living — here's my top 3 picks for 2025
By Darragh Murphy, Tony Polanco last updated
Our guide to the best Android tablets offers a curated list of the top iPad alternatives.

Nintendo Switch 2 OLED prototype frames may have just leaked — here's what we know
By Darragh Murphy published
Alleged prototype frames of the rumored Nintendo Switch 2 OLED model have appeared online, hinting at the development of a new console with white frames.

Nvidia N1X CPU delayed once again — and Microsoft's next-gen OS seems to be at fault
By Darragh Murphy published
Nvidia and MediaTek's N1X CPU is now reportedly being pushed back to early 2026 once again, with Microsoft's next-gen Windows OS roadblock expected to be affecting its launch.

New Meta prototype headsets combine goggle-like design with ultra-wide VR — and it could be a sneak peek at the Meta Quest 4
By Darragh Murphy published
Meta Reality Lab researchers have showcased new VR and MR headset prototypes featuring a goggle-style design and a massive 180-degree field of view, which could be the first signs of a Meta Quest 4.

iPad Pro M5 tipped for big dual-camera upgrade — but not where you'd think
By Darragh Murphy published
Apple is tipped to launch the next iPad Pro with M5 in fall 2025, and it's now expected to arrive with two front cameras that bring back a portrait-oriented lens.

Nvidia N1X CPU: Everything we know so far
By Darragh Murphy published
Nvidia is rumored to be releasing its own CPU, including a desktop-level N1X Arm chip and the N1 for gaming laptops. Find out everything we know so far about the highly anticipated SoC.

The iconic 'Severance' keyboard is real, and it'll cost you more than a PS5 Pro
By Darragh Murphy published
The popular "Severance" keyboard now has a price, and it's set to release this November, but it comes with a hefty cost for Innies.

I wore the Even Realities G1 for a month — and they're smart glasses I'd actually wear despite their flaws
By Darragh Murphy published
Combining AI and AR in a stylish pair of pricey smart glasses

Huge PS5 Pro update tipped to arrive in May 2026 — just in time for GTA 6
By Darragh Murphy published
A new leak suggests Sony's big PS5 Pro software upgrade is set to arrive in May 2026, which may unlock 60 FPS in the hugely anticipated GTA 6, which is set to launch at the same time.

Nvidia N1X ARM CPU is reportedly delayed until late 2026 — here's what we know
By Darragh Murphy published
Nvidia's rumored N1X ARM CPU aimed at gaming laptops is reportedly facing a major delay, pushing the chip back until late 2026.

I've tested the best budget laptops of 2025 — here are my top picks (so far)
By Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best budget laptops on the market, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.

Microsoft's Copilot Vision AI can now see your whole desktop — here's what it does
By Darragh Murphy published
Microsoft's Copilot Vision AI now has eyes on your entire screen as it rolls out an update to Windows Insiders on Windows 11 PCs.

AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme benchmarks revealed — here's how the MSI Claw A8 and ROG Xbox Ally X may perform
By Darragh Murphy published
AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme first benchmarks reveal top-tier performance in MSI Claw A8, and it also gives us a taste of how the ROG Xbox Ally X will perform.

Best student computer in 2025: our top picks tested and rated
By Darragh Murphy last updated
From dorm-ready desktops to slick all-in-ones for art and photography students, these are the best student computers.

Best cheap gaming headsets 2025 — our top picks
By Tony Polanco, Darragh Murphy last updated
Find the best cheap gaming headset for you to get a competitive edge on a budget.

Searching for Chrome on Bing? Microsoft has a new clingy tactic to beg you to stay
By Darragh Murphy published
Microsoft's latest move to convince Bing users to stop switching to Google Chrome includes a new comparison banner promoting the perks of using the default Windows browser.

ROG Xbox Ally gaming handheld prices leak, and your wallet might weep
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Asus' ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X are set to arrive this fall, and we may already have a sneak peek at how much the gaming handhelds will cost, according to a price leak on an official Asus store.

Missed Prime Day? Here's 26 Apple deals that are still live — AirPods, Apple Watch, iPads, MacBooks and more
By Darragh Murphy published
Prime Day is over, but Apple deals live on as AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBooks and more are still at record-low prices.

Prime Day laptop deals LIVE — MacBooks, gaming laptops and Chromebooks worth grabbing before midnight
By Jason England last updated
This is your last chance to grab a Prime Day laptop deal — I'm vetting the best ones worth your money!

Meta Quest 4 rumors: Everything we know so far
By Darragh Murphy published
The Meta Quest 4 is rumored to be in the works, but we may not see it until 2027. Here's everything we know so far about the VR headset successor.

21 Prime Day monitor deals you should buy before they're gone — Last chance to save on 4K, Ultrawide and more
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Prime Day is cutting prices on monitors to upgrade your PC setup, with deals on everything including 4K displays, premium OLED panels and super fast 240Hz refresh rates.

Time is running out on these Prime Day gaming laptop deals — lowest prices on RTX 50-series & more
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Prime Day is bringing big discounts on your next major PC upgrade, and I've found the best gaming laptop deals that include rigs with the latest RTX 50-series graphics cards.

Final hours to score the best Prime Day iPad and Android tablet deals you can still grab
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Our favorite tablets are now getting major discounts thanks to Prime Day, and these are the deals you'll want to put on your radar, from Apple's iPads to powerful Android slates.
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