Latest articles by Darragh Murphy
I wore Acer's AI translation earbuds to chat in different languages — and I was blown away
I got to try out Acer's new AI earbuds made for translating languages in real time, and I was able to have a chat with someone speaking Mandarin. Here's what it's like.
Meet the weirdest gaming PC I’ve ever seen — desktop GPU with a laptop CPU!?
The Asus TUF Gaming T500 may be the strangest gaming PC I've seen at Computex 2025 — sporting an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti desktop GPU and a CPU used in laptops.
I just tried Acer’s surprising smart ring, and it gives the Oura ring a run for its money
Not yet ratedLooking for your next smart ring? The Acer FreeSense Ring could be just the wearable thanks to its $199 starting price and wealth of health tracking, all without a subscription fee.
I played Doom: The Dark Ages on RTX 5080 vs RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptops — and the results surprised me
Doom: The Dark Ages is here, and I put it to the test using the latest RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptops. Here's the performance you can expect.
The best Xbox headsets in 2025 — here's our top picks
We tested the best Xbox headsets for every budget to help you get the best audio while playing your favorite games on the console.
I'm a PC gamer and I wish I knew about these 5 Steam apps to boost my gaming setup
Steam offers plenty of software tools that go beyond just gaming, and these are the apps you should check out to give your PC the full gaming treatment.
Computex 2025: Acer announces new Aspire 14 and 16 AI Copilot+ PCs — student laptops that pack a punch
Acer reveals all-new Aspire 14 and 16 AI Copilot+ PCs geared for students, and these laptops come with a bunch of confirguations, including from Intel, AMD and Snapdragon.
Acer combines QD-OLED with 500Hz speeds in new Predator gaming monitor
Acer unveils all-new Predator QD-OLED gaming monitors that boast up to a 500Hz refresh rate, 4K resolution and more.
Nvidia's RTX 5050 is real? Gaming laptop listings show off new GPU with shocking price tag
New laptops listings for Lenovo gaming laptops reveal Nvidia's RTX 5050 GPU, which is set to arrive with 8GB GDDR7 VRAM, but pricing already looking high.
This is the best gaming service you're not using — here's why you shouldn't ignore Apple Arcade
Apple Arcade has surprisingly become my most-played gaming serivce, and its thanks to the wide catalog of over 200 games that make playing on iPhone, iPad, Mac and more a treat.
Best curved monitors of 2025 — tested and rated
These are the best curved monitors you can buy for gaming, surfing the web or getting more done at work.
I've tested the best budget laptops of 2025 — here are my top picks (so far)
These are the best budget laptops on the market, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.
Nvida RTX 50-series GPUs look to get a 10% price hike — that cost is going to sting
A recent rumor suggest Nvidia will raise prices of its lineup of GPUs "across the board," including up to 10% on RTX 50-series graphics cards.
Nvidia just tipped to launch its own laptop CPU at Computex 2025 — this could be a game-changer
Nvidia and MediaTek are set to reveal a new Windows on Arm laptop chip based on Nvidia's GB10 AI Superchip, according to a recent rumor.
I've been using this 3-in-1 wireless charger for 2 weeks — and it's a must-have for travel
Looking for a convenient way to charge your phone, smartwatch and earbuds? Satechi's OnetheGo wireless chargers can do it all thanks to their compact, flexible and travel-friendly design.
Windows 11 PC running slow? Here's how to free up RAM fast
Find out how to free up RAM and speed up your Windows 11 PC, from stopping background apps to reducing visual effects and beyond.
Apple M6 and M7 chips for Mac may already be in the works — to power future AI features
Apple is already working on advanced chips for future Macs, with M6 and M7 chips set to power new Apple Intelligence features, according to a new report.
Qualcomm slams Intel chips in new Snapdragon ads — and it may have a point
Qualcomm is now taking aim at Intel chips in new comically smart ads, boasting "max performance" on laptops when unplugged compared to only "55%" on Intel-based machines.
Best laptops for engineering students in 2025: Our top picks tested and rated
With beefy components, clear screens and well-made chassis, these are the best laptops for engineering students you can buy right now.
Asus ROG Ally 2 leak reveals what Xbox handheld may look like — and it comes with big upgrades
Asus ROG Ally 2 gaming handhelds have been revealed in a leak, with one model set to arrive with a dedicated Xbox button, AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme and up to 64GB memory.
Best Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S accessories in 2025
The Meta Quest 3 and 3S great VR headsets, but they can be improved even further with some of the best Meta Quest accessories. Here are our top picks.
Nvidia rumored to deliver RTX 5080 Super and 5070 Super GPUs in 2025 — but it's all about pricing
Nvidia is rumored to deliver RTX 5080 Super and 5070 Super GPUs models in 2025, boasting 24GB and 18GB of VRAM, respectively.
I have no artistic bone in my body, but this Meta Quest VR app just taught me how to draw
I finally know how to draw thanks to Pencil, a Meta Quest VR app that uses mixed reality to give beginner artists a way to create life-like art.
