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| | PC World - 10 Feb (PC World)Security researchers have discovered new Android malware that allows attackers to track almost every action taken on a smartphone. Among other details, this includes PIN entries, login credentials, and content within messaging and banking apps.
What makes this particularly insidious is that the malware uses Hugging Face—a reputable developer platform—to spread inconspicuously.
Malware that pretends to be a security app
This malware campaign was discovered by researchers at security company Bitdefender. At the heart of this campaign is an Android app called “TrustBastion,” which masquerades as a security solution.
Victims of the attack are confronted with advertisements and/or pop-ups claiming that their smartphone is infected. In order to remove alleged threats—including phishing attempts, scam texts, and other malware—they’re instructed to install the app.
The application appears harmless at first glance. In fact, however, it’s a so-called “dropper,” which means the app itself doesn’t initially contain any malicious functions but downloads them later.
A fake update downloads malware
Immediately after installation, TrustBastion displays a supposedly necessary update. The window is visually similar to official Android or Google Play dialogs, and anyone who agrees to the update ends up downloading a manipulated APK file in the background.
The APK download doesn’t take place via underground servers but rather via Hugging Face. The platform is widely used in the developer and AI community and has a good reputation, which is exactly what the attackers exploit: connections to Hugging Face aren’t classified as suspicious by many security solutions.
Accessibility abuse as a gateway
After installation, the actual malware requests extensive permissions. It pretends to be a system component called “Phone Security” and prompts users to activate Android accessibility features.
These access rights are particularly critical. They allow an app to read screen content, log inputs, and overlay other applications. This means the malware can start capturing every PIN entry and/or unlock pattern, plus overlay fake login interfaces on top of genuine apps.
This access allows data for payment services, messengers, and other sensitive apps to be intercepted. The captured information is then transmitted to a central control server belonging to the attackers. From there, new commands or updates can also be sent to infected devices.
New variants make detection difficult
According to Bitdefender, the attackers rely on so-called server-side polymorphism to evade detection—in short, new versions of the malware are generated approximately every 15 minutes. Each slightly modified APK file has the same functionality with negligible tweaks.
Within one month, the researchers counted more than 6,000 different variants. The aim is to circumvent classic signature-based virus scanners. The campaign also changed names and icons several times after individual software packages were removed.
What should you do now?
Android users should only install apps from the Google Play Store and not allow apps from external sources. You should be particularly cautious with apps that claim to be security or protection software while also requiring extensive system permissions. Make sure to activate Google Play Protect for maximum security against threats.
You should also be wary when downloading apps and files from well-known platforms. A reputable infrastructure doesn’t guarantee that provided files are safe or clean. Only activate accessibility features if you clearly understand the purpose of the app asking.
If you’ve installed a suspicious app, you should remove it immediately and scan your device for malware. When in doubt, you may also want to reset your device to factory settings. Read...Newslink ©2026 to PC World |  |
|  | | | PC World - 10 Feb (PC World)The Fractal Design North is currently the enclosure to beat in the PC building landscape—what remains of it, anyway. Tons of features and a sleek, stylish look with wood accents on the front has informed designs from competitors all over the world. Today, Fractal is announcing a “Momentum Edition” of the North and North XL. What does “Momentum” mean? It means black. Really, really black.
The new versions of the case swap out the walnut (or lighter oak on the white cases) front slats with “blackened oak,” and “dark alloy” replacing the steel and brass flourishes on parts like the power buttons. That means, yup, more black. The ATX North and E-ATX North XL only come with a tempered glass side, no mesh panel option (at least at launch). The cases come with three upgraded Momentum 120mm fans, a switch-up from the two 140mm fans offered on the standard North.
If I seem dismissive of this Momentum Edition, well, guilty. As someone who appreciates PC cases that don’t look like stealth jets covered in Christmas lights, I really like the original North (and I’m currently using it for the PC on which I’m typing these very words). The woody North is an expression of the PC as a design and decorative element rather than something to either be displayed like a status symbol or hidden in shame. Making a “stealth” version of this case seems antithetical to the distinctive parts of the case design that I actually appreciate.
But to each their own. Amazon and Newegg have the new cases available right now: $180 for the North Momentum Edition and $210 for the North XL Momentum Edition. That’s a $25 premium—but considering the extra fan included, it’s not an outrageous bump up. Read...Newslink ©2026 to PC World |  |
|  | | | PC World - 10 Feb (PC World)As of this year, YouTube is old enough to drink in the US (21). What started as a place to put your class project and also a whole lot of pirated TV episodes is now a 30-billion-dollar moneyspinner for owner Google. Google wants you to pay $14 a month for YouTube Premium, and it’ll kneecap the free experience in every way possible to achieve that. The latest victim is song lyrics.
Reddit users report that the YouTube Music mobile app is now demanding users upgrade to a Premium or Music Premium ($11) subscription in order to access the Lyrics tab, with only a few “views” available before the feature gets blurred out. I’d test it myself… but the Android app automatically gave me a free preview of Music Premium when I downloaded it. (Always Be Closing, I suppose.)
Lyrics do not appear to be hidden for my non-premium account on the YouTube Music web interface, for songs that feature them. But many lyrics on the platform are supplied by users, either directly or crawled from sources on the web. That might sting especially hard for users, who might need to pay to access information that’s easy enough to find in a browser tab. Android Authority reports that Google has been testing this paywall for a while, but that competitors like Spotify have backed off locking lyrics behind a paid account.
Google is trying to force users to upgrade in other ways. Android users who wanted access to YouTube background audio without paying had a fairly simple workaround: Load up the video in a third-party browser like Firefox. With basic web video capabilities not hobbled by Google’s monetary interests, they could then switch to another app or turn their screen off and listen to the audio, something that the mobile version of Chrome and the free version of the YouTube app do not offer.
YouTube has reportedly sabotaged this basic functionality, as many alternative browsers can no longer continue a YouTube video tab in the background. Google and umbrella corporation Alphabet seem to be intensifying its efforts to annoy and cajole free users into paying up. This, even as the platform itself chokes under algorithmic strains, don’t-call-it-censorship, and mountains of “AI” slop, much of it provided by Google itself.
Incidentally, there are still ways around the background audio issue, at least on Android. Read...Newslink ©2026 to PC World |  |
|  | | | PC World - 10 Feb (PC World)There wasn’t much in the way of GPU announcements at (or around) CES earlier this year, with the integrated graphics in Panther Lake laptops the only real shocker. But MSI resurrected its top-shelf Lightning brand for the RTX 5090, announcing a bombastic card with water cooling. The price was assumed to be high, since MSI didn’t set one—and now we have at least one source for the approximate cost.
MSI posted a promotional page for the RTX 5090 Lightning on its Taiwanese site, including a lottery with 10 winners for the card. The “Commodity amount” for the prize, according to machine translation, is 165,000 New Taiwan dollars, including sales tax. At today’s exchange rates, that works out to $5,229.85 USD. Assuming that value holds, it would be more than double the MSRP of the standard 5090, and about 10 percent higher than the Asus ROG Matrix Anniversary Edition.
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The Lightning has a laundry list of features that MSI is hoping will appeal not just to gamers, but to those hoping to set world overclocking records. By default, it draws 1,000 watts of power (almost double the standard RTX 5090 spec). It can be pushed up to 2.5 kilowatts if you’re willing to fry your warranty and your desktop at the same time. An absolutely enormous copper heat spreader covers the GPU and the surrounding RAM, and an 8-inch screen rests on the water block, positioned so it can be seen from the exterior of the case if you mount it vertically. Dual BIOS options and a control panel accessible from both web and mobile apps will help you keep an eye on things.
MSI says it’s only making 1,300 units of the 5090 Lightning, and frankly even that seems ambitious. Adam Patrick Murray was with me at the announcement at CES and remarked that this card is for the Shaquille O’Neal crowd—the kind of people who want “the best” version of something and don’t even bother to look at the price. (Mr. O’Neal, Razer would like a word.) The card is expected within the first quarter of 2026, and since the lottery for Taiwanese gamers is only open until tomorrow, it seems like the release is imminent.
Strangely, the MSI RTX 5090 Lightning is looking like a better deal, at least in the context of the current market. Amid rumors of slashed chip production from Nvidia (in favor of “AI” industrial output, of course), many high-VRAM cards are almost impossible to find. Here in the US, secondary resellers are slinging 5090 cards for $3,600 to $4,500, making a $5,000+ card with all the trimmings seem almost reasonable.
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Such is the reality of high-end gaming during the current RAM crunch. But hey, at least MSI doesn’t have the most expensive RTX 5090. That honor distinction goes to Asus with its $500,000 card made with pounds of actual gold, aimed squarely at Saudi princes who make NBA superstars look like paupers. Read...Newslink ©2026 to PC World |  |
|  | | | PC World - 10 Feb (PC World)Don’t let the high prices and infrastructure requirements of some top-shelf smart home devices intimidate you. You can get all the convenience and security benefits of living in a smart home without spending a lot, wrestling with complicated installs, or learning entirely new skills.
As the smart home market has matured, the prices of smart home components have plummeted as manufacturers recovered their R&D costs—thanks early adopters! Meanwhile, a raft of new competitors has forced many premium brands to further shrink their profit margins to stay in the game.
When you’re shopping for products you’ll install in your home, however, you don’t want to shop by price alone—there’s a chasm between inexpensive and cheap. Saving a few bucks here and there isn’t worth dealing with the frustration—and even the security risks—second-rate smart home products can present. But the good news is that we’ve personally tested the devices we’re recommending here, and each one costs less than $100 (most cost much less).
If you can afford to spend a little more, we’ll present step-up options in several categories (don’t worry, they’re still priced at less than $100).
Since each of these products operates on your existing Wi-Fi network, you won’t need to purchase a smart home hub and worry about everything being compatible with that. (That’s the primary reason why we haven’t included the otherwise excellent Lutron family of smart lighting controls on this list.)
While we’re talking about saving money, none of our recommendations hooks you into paying for an “optional” subscription to wring the full value out of the product.
Small appliance control
Tapo P125M Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plug
Christopher Null/Foundry
Why you need a smart plug for small appliances
A smart plug is the easiest way to add smart home capabilities to your home, and it’s the simplest and best jump-off point for anyone exploring the technology for the first time. These fall into two categories: On/off smart plugs that can work with small appliances—space heaters, fans, air purifiers, pump-equipped water features, as well as lamps—and smart plugs with dimming capabilities, for lamps.
Either way, you gain the ability to turn the devices plugged into a smart plug on and off on preset schedule, with a smartphone app, or—if you also have a Amazon, Apple, or Google smart speaker—you can control the connected device with voice commands. Most smart plugs can also work with motion sensors and other smart home devices, so you’ll never need to enter dark room.
Why you’d want this smart plug
The Tapo P125M Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plug from TP-Link is one of the least expensive smart plugs you can buy, with Amazon selling a 3-pack for just $25 as of this writing. While TP-Link’s smart lighting collection isn’t as broad competitors such as Leviton, the company does offer a line of smart light bulbs where Leviton doesn’t. More importantly, The Tapo P125M is Matter-certified, so it can be controlled with voice commands to a smart speaker.
The Tapo P125M can handle incandescent light bulb loads up to 1,800 watts, but anyone looking to power a motor would be better off our step-up recommendation, the Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Plug-in Switch (2nd Gen) (model D215P), see below. Tapo’s offering can handle only up to 1/6-horsepower motors (compared to 3/4-horsepower motors for the Leviton smart plug). The Tapo product also lacks a physical remote control accessory—beyond the app on your phone, of course—that enables you to switch the smart plug on from anywhere else in the room.
Read our Tapo P125M review.
Buy the Tapo P125M Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plug at Amazon
Small appliance control, a step-up option
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Plug-in Switch (2nd Gen)
Michael Brown/Foundry
Why you’d want this smart plug
The Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Plug-in Switch (2nd Gen) (model D215P-1RW) is one of our top picks in this category. It connects directly to your Wi-Fi network, so it doesn’t depend on a smart home hub, and its Matter certification ensures universal compatibility with the huge number of other Matter-certified smart home products on the market.
In addition to on/off control for lamps, it can also handle small appliances with up to 3/4-horsepower motors. Leviton also offers one of the biggest collections of smart lighting accessories, including the battery-powered Leviton Smart Switch Anywhere Companion (model DAWSC-1BW) ($28 at Amazon), which you can you mount to a wall and use to turn Leviton’s smart plug (or any other Leviton Decora Wi-Fi smart lighting control) as if it were on a 3-way circuit.
Read our Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Plug (2nd Gen) review.
Buy the Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Plug (2nd Gen) at Amazon
Lamp control with dimming
Tapo P135 Kit
TP-Link/Tapo
Why you need a dimming smart plug for lamps
If you want a smart plug that can dim the light in a lamp that’s plugged into it—as well as turn it on and off—pick up TP-Link’s Tapo P125M. It’s not as visually elegant as our step-up recommendation from Leviton (see below), but it’s $19 street price (at Amazon) is tempting, especially when you consider that it comes bundled with a remote dimmer knob that you can mount to a wall in the same room. The Leviton accessory for the same purpose costs $29 on top of the price of the smart dimmer plug itself.
Why you’d want this smart dimming plug
The Tapo P135 Kit can handle higher-wattage LED loads than the Leviton product can—150 versus 100 watts—but its 300-watt limit for incandescent and halogen bulbs is the same. Meanwhile, its Matter certification ensures compatibility with every important smart home ecosystem. While we haven’t reviewed this particular product, we have enough experience with other Tapo products to recommend it to our budget-conscious readers.
Buy the Tapo P135 Kit at Amazon
Lamp control with dimming, a step-up option
Leviton Decora Smart Dimmer Plug (model D23LP-1BW)
Leviton
Why you’d want this smart dimming plug
As indicated in its name, Leviton’s other indoor smart plug, the Leviton Decora Smart Dimmer Plug (model D23LP-1RW) ($25 at Amazon), can dim the bulb in the lamp you plug into it, in addition to turning it on and off. Note that this device doesn’t have a ground connection, so you shouldn’t use it to control smart appliances (and you’ll need to make sure the light bulb in the lamp you plug into it can be dimmed without a problem—some compact fluorescents and LED bulbs have trouble doing this).
Leviton’s smart dimmer plug can accommodate up to 100-watt LED or CFL bulbs, and up to 300-watt incandescent and halogen loads. Mount the wire-free Leviton Decora Smart Dimmer Anywhere Companion ($29 at Amazon), and you can dim the controlled lamp from that location as well as switch it on or off.
Buy the Leviton Decora Smart Dimmer Plug (model D23LP-1BW) at Amazon
In-wall dimmer
Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch Dimmer (model S505D)
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Why you need a smart in-wall dimmer
Smart plugs are quick and easy to install, and they’re great for controlling lamps and small appliances, but when you need to control ceiling cans and other hardwired lights, you’ll need to replace the switches in your walls. This is a relatively easy DIY job, and we can guide you through it, but you should hire an electrician if you’re still intimidated.
Why you’d want this smart in-wall dimmer
Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch Dimmer is Matter compatible, guaranteeing compatibility with all your other smart home devices, and it’s remarkably inexpensive: $19 at Amazon as of this writing. Be aware that you’ll need to have a neutral wire in the box where you install this dimmer, which is a common requirement. The Tapo’s relatively large dimensions and somewhat unconventional wiring setup—pigtails for neutral and ground, and screw terminals for line and load—presented a minor installation challenge in our review, but this dimmer delivers excellent performance
If you’re replacing a 3-way switch, you’ll want to buy the Tapo S515D Kit ($45 at Amazon), which includes a second dimmer. Unlike Leviton’s step-up solution, however, both dimmers in Tapo’s kit must be hardwired, and both depend on the presence of a neutral wire in the respective boxes you’ll install them in. Leviton’s dimmer also requires a neutral wire, of course, but its companion switch is battery powered and can be installed anywhere.
Read our Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch Dimmer (model S505D) review.
Buy the Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch Dimmer at Amazon
In-wall dimmer, a step-up option
Leviton Decora Smart Dimmer Switch, Wi-Fi (model D26HD)
Michael Brown/Foundry
Why you’d want this smart in-wall dimmer
If you’re already using Leviton smart plugs and want to use the same app for your in-wall lighting controls, consider the Leviton Decora Wi-Fi Smart Dimmer Switch (model D26HD) ($39 at Amazon). As with Leviton’s smart dimmer plug, you can add a wireless companion dimmer to control the same load from another area of the room—no additional wiring needed. Be aware, however, that you will need a neutral wire in the box where you install the primary dimmer.
If you want the lights to turn on as you enter the room, as well as with voice commands, Leviton’s app, or on a schedule, consider the Leviton Decora Smart Motion Sensing Dimmer Switch (model D2MSD-1BW) ($60 at Amazon). While we haven’t reviewed the Leviton model D26HD, Michael Brown has had one installed in his own smart home for several years. The Leviton motion dimmer we have reviewed is essentially the same device with the addition of an onboard motion sensor.
Buy the Leviton Decora Wi-Fi Smart Dimmer Switch at Amazon
Garage door opener controller
Chamberlain myQ Smart Garage Control (model MYQ-G0401)
Chamberlain
Why you need a smart garage door opener controller
Radio-signal garage door openers have been around since the early 1930s, and recent technology allows them to open automatically as a homeowner approaches. What can the latest tech do for you? A smart garage door controller will allow you to remotely open the door for deliveries or visitors and keep track of when someone opens and closes the garage with an event log. For those times when you leave home in a rush and then worry that you forgot to close the garage door, a quick look at an app will let you know–and let you remotely close the door if you did.
The best part is that these controllers can retrofit onto your existing system.
Why you’d want this smart garage door opener controller
The Chamberlain myQ Smart Garage Control (model MYQ-G0401) ($30 at Amazon) comes at a bargain price. The myQ app is easy to set up and use, and the controller works with Vivint Smart Home, Amazon Key, Ring, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit. While it’s not compatible with every garage door opener (check online before you buy), the myQ Smart Garage Control is an outstanding product.
Read our Chamberlain myQ Smart Garage Control review
Buy the Chamberlain myQ Smart Garage Control at Amazon
Smart light bulbs
Philips Hue White Ambiance (Bluetooth + Zigbee)
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Why you need smart bulbs
No smart home accessory is more convenient to install or easier to use than smart light bulbs. Beyond illuminating a space, they can operate on schedules, with voice commands, or be triggered by other devices. Most can be dimmed, you can tune the white color temperature of many, and you can opt for bulbs that can glow in your choice of millions of colors to set a mood or celebrate holidays.
Why you’d want this smart bulb
When it comes to smart bulbs, there’s Signify’s Philips Hue and then there’s everyone else. Yeah, they’re expensive, but no manufacturer has surpassed their quality, versatility, or the sheer size of their smart lighting ecosystem, which goes far beyond smart bulbs to include smart lamps and hardwired fixtures for the entire home, including your landscaping.
If you’re just dipping your toe in the Hue waters, be sure to pick one of the bulbs that supports Bluetooth as well as Zigbee. Onboarding and controlling them with Bluetooth means you won’t need to buy one of the Hue Bridges: the Hue Bridge ($50 at Amazon) or the more powerful Hue Bridge Pro ($100 at Amazon). It will, on the other hand, limit you to deploying just 10 Hue bulbs before you’ll need to buy one of the Hue Bridges (which will also open a host of other smart home options. I should also note that you’ll need one of the Hue Bridges for most of the Hue fixtures).
The Philips Hue dimmable warm white A19 smart bulb is the least-expensive entry point (about $14 at Amazon). It delivers up to 1,100 lumens at its maximum brightness (equivalent to a 75-watt incandescent bulb), with a fixed color temperature of a warm 2700K. Moving up to the White Ambiance line (about $31 at Amazon) gives you the ability to adjust the white color temperature over the full spectrum, from energizingly cool to warm candlelight. If you want to choose from millions of colors as well as the full scale of white color temperatures, go for the Hue White and Color Ambiance line ($44 at Amazon).
Read our Philips Hue Bluetooth + Zigbee smart bulbs review.
Buy the Philips Hue Bluetooth + Zigbee A19 smart bulb at Amazon
Smart lock
Tapo DL100
James Barber/Foundry
Why you need a smart lock
A smart lock’s obvious home security mission is enhanced by features you won’t get with a conventional deadbolt: automatic locking; remote monitoring, locking, and unlocking; tamper alerts; integration with home security systems; revocable PIN codes; event logging; eliminating the risk of lost or duplicate physical keys; and more.
A smart lock’s convenience features are just as valuable. You don’t need to carry a physical key, for starters, which is especially great for latchkey kids. You can unlock with a PIN code or an app on your smartphone. Need to grant a contractor temporary access to your home while you’re at work? Assign them a temporary PIN that’s only valid during a window of time on a given day. Have a weekly housecleaning service? Give them a PIN that only works on the days and hours they’re supposed to be at your house. Want to track who’s been in your house and when? Just consult the lock’s event log.
Why you’d want this smart lock
You won’t find many sub-$100 smart deadbolts on the market, but the Tapo DL100 is a value-packed offering at its $70 MSRP, and Amazon was offering it for just $60 as of this writing. Yeah, it’s not quite as pretty as some of its high-end competitors (with the all-but-invisible $350 Level Lock Pro at the top of that heap), and it doesn’t offer as many entry options (it has a rubber-button PIN pad, a physical key, or you can use the Tapo app). You’ll need to spend a lot more if you want modern innovations such as a fingerprint reader, a palm vein scanner, or an integrated doorbell camera. Then again, you can buy a couple of the other smart home devices on this list with the money you save.
More importantly, this isn’t a cheap smart lock: Tapo went to the trouble of attaining ANSI Grade 3 certification from the BHMA, a step some manufacturers of more expensive smart locks skip. While that’s the lowest ANSI grade, that standard is for commercial locks (BHMA has a different standard for residential locks, as we explain in this story discussing smart-lock quality).
The Tapo DL100 doesn’t support Apple Home or Apple Home Keys, and it’s not Matter certified either, but you can integrate the lock with the Amazon Alexa, Google Home, or Samsung SmartThings ecosystems. For the price, the Tapo DL 100 just can’t be beat.
Read our Tapo DL100 smart lock review.
Buy the Tapo DL100 smart lock at Amazon
Outdoor security camera
Tapo SolarCam C402 Kit
TP-Link
Why you need an outdoor security camera
Outdoor cameras are great crime deterrents, provided they’re mounted prominently enough to be seen, but high enough that they can’t be disabled. You also want to ensure that the model you pick can withstand exposure to the elements (look for their IP codes. We’ll tell you all about IP codes if you’re not familiar.)
Why you’d want this outdoor security camera
If you’re willing to sacrifice video resolution to save more than a few bucks, look no further than the Tapo SolarCam C402 Kit. This outdoor security camera delivers only 1080p resolution—compared to higher-end models that can record in 2K, 3K, and even 4K—but the “Kit” in this product’s name tells you this battery-powered camera comes with a solar panel right in the box. What’s more, Amazon was selling the whole thing for just $40 as of this writing.
You’ll get person, vehicle, and animal detection—all without a cloud subscription—and if you spring for a microSD card (capacities up to 512GB are supported), you can store your motion-triggered and other video recordings right on the camera itself (you can download them to your phone or PC at any time). Be sure to check our guide to picking a microSD card for your security camera.
Read our Tapo SolarCam C402 Kit review.
Buy the Tapo SolarCam C402 Kit at Amazon
Indoor home security camera
Eufy Security Indoor Cam (model C220)
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Why you need an indoor security camera
Indoor security cameras are just as useful as their outdoor cousins. If an intruder evades your outdoor defenses and manages to get inside your house, you’ll want forensic evidence of the crime. More commonly, these devices are used to keep an eye on latchkey kids, nannies, and pets while you’re away from home. You might even catch the culprit who’s been raiding the refrigerator in the middle of the night.
Why you’d want this indoor security camera
The best models are easy to set up, easy to move to a different location, and capable of delivering a clear image at a reasonable price. The Eufy Security Indoor Cam (model C220) checks all those boxes, delivering 2K resolution (2560 x 1440 pixels) from a camera mounted on a motor that can pan 360 degrees and tilt over a 75-degree arc. AI-powered motion detection will even track a figure as it moves through the room, so you’ll never miss anything.
The camera can host an optional microSD card (in capacities up to 128GB), so you can record hours of footage without needing to pay for a subscription owners can add hours of storage without a subscription. Alternatively, you can connect it to Eufy’s HomeBase 3 NAS box for even more local storage capacity.
Read our Eufy Security Indoor Cam (model C220) review.
Buy the Eufy Security Indoor Cam (model C220) at Amazon
Smart speaker
Amazon Echo Dot Max
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Why you need a smart speaker
Adding a smart speaker to your home yields countless benefits, ranging from serving as a know-it-all source of general information to playing music, podcasts, and weather forecasts. The Echo Dot Max features Amazon’s powerful new Alexa+ generative AI for more natural conversations and less need to repeat the Alexa wake word.
Why you’d want this smart speaker
The Amazon Echo Dot Max is a very good speaker for music streaming, too, with a 0.8-inch tweeter and a 2.5-inch high-excursion woofer tuned to deliver three times the bass of the smaller Echo Dot. You can stream music from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Pandora, Spotify, Tidal, and several other services.
Read our Amazon Echo Dot Max review.
Buy the Amazon Echo Dot Max at Amazon
Smart thermostat
Amazon smart thermostat
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Why you need a smart thermostat
A true smart thermostat goes beyond manually set schedules of desired temperature targets to learning your lifestyle patterns to automatically adjust the heating or cooling of your home. The best models can even sense when you’re home and when you’re away, to help keep energy costs low by eliminating unnecessary operations. Having one of these devices controlling your HVAC system can save you hundreds of dollars on your utility bills every year.
Why you’d want this smart thermostat
The Amazon Smart Thermostat has been a TechHive Editors’ Pick for nearly five years because it delivers all the functionality of fancier—and much more expensive smart thermostats—at a price tag of just $79. The unit integrates with Amazon’s Alexa app, of course, and you can use Alexa to control the thermostat via voice commands. It’s compatible with most 24V HVAC systems, but you’ll need a power adapter kit if your system doesn’t have a C-wire.
Read our Amazon Smart Thermostat review.
Buy the Amazon Smart Thermostat at Amazon
Video doorbell
Tapo D225 Video Doorbell Camera
Christopher Null/Foundry
Why you need a video doorbell
Video doorbells have become commonplace home security tools since Ring introduced the first one more than a decade ago. Now there are dozens of models on the market offering homeowners the ability to see who’s at their front door and communicate with visitors without opening the door or even leaving the couch.
Why you’d want this video doorbell
The Tapo D225 Video Doorbell Camera offers a full set of features at a price far below that of similarly capable competitors. You get a camera with 2K resolution (2560 x 1920 pixels) and the ability to run the unit on either battery power or hardwired to your home’s electricity. Add a microSD card (capacities up to 512GB) for local recording without the need for a cloud subscription. You also get a remote indoor chime in the box, a feature not usually available at this price.
The doorbell works with Amazon Alexa and Google Home smart displays but does not work with Apple Home. If you’re going with the battery option, note that you’ll need to dismount the entire unit when it’s time to change the battery.
Read our Tapo D225 Video Doorbell Camera review
Buy the Buy the Tapo D225 Video Doorbell Camera at Amazon
Water leak detector
Moen Smart Water Leak Detector
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Why you need a water leak detector
Water damage caused by an overflowing toilet, broken pipe, failing water heater, burst washing-machine supply line, or countless other similar disasters can be nearly as devastating than a fire, and they’re a lot more common than that.
Why you’d want this water leak detector
The Moen Smart Water Leak Detector is a simple gadget that can instantly alert you to the presence of water where it shouldn’t be. There are contact sensors on the device itself, and it also comes with a 4-foot extension cable that extends its reach. Moen’s detector doesn’t depend on a smart home hub, as it connects directly to your Wi-Fi network, and it can also monitor ambient temperature and humidity at the locations you deploy them, further alerting you to conditions that indicate the danger of mold growth.
What’s more, if you also own a Moen Flo Smart Water Monitor & Shutoff, the leak detector can trigger that smart valve to shut off your main water supply line to mitigate any damage to your home.
Read our Moen Smart Water Leak Detector review.
Buy the Moen Smart Water Leak Detector at Amazon
Smart smoke detector
X-Sense XS0B-MR Wi-Fi Smoke Alarm
Christopher Null/Fouindry
Why you need a smart smoke detector
What’s the difference between a smart smoke detector and the dumb ones we’ve all been using for decades? The smart models will send an alert to your phone no matter where you happen to be, alerting you to danger even if you’re not home at the time.
Why you’d want this smart smoke detector
The best smart models—including the X-Sense XS0B-MR Wi-Fi Smoke Alarm—are interconnected, so that if one sounds off, they all sound off. And this model delivers the added benefit of voice notifications when smoke or fire is detected, informing you precisely which room(s) smoke is being detected in. The detectors are powered by 3V lithium cells that should last for five years, and when they start to fail, the app will let you know which batteries need to be replaced before they start that annoying chirp in the wee hours of the morning.
The bundle we reviewed consisted of three smoke detectors and a central hub that connects to your Wi-Fi network. X-Sense also sells a package with the base station and six detectors for $170, or you can add single units to your existing hub for $40 each.
Be aware that this is a fire-safety system only; it will not notify you of the presence of carbon monoxide. If that’s a must-have feature, you might consider the X-Sense XP0A-SR. It also offers voice warnings, but it’s a standalone device that doesn’t connect to Wi-Fi, connect to a central hub, or work with the X-Sense app. It also sells for $40 and will get the job done.
Read our X-Sense XS0B-MR Interconnected Smart Smoke Alarm review.
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|  | | | PC World - 10 Feb (PC World)I don’t know about your house, but there’s a spot in mine where the internet is spotty on the best of days. Fortunately, there’s an easy fix for problems like that: all you need is a Wi-Fi range extender. Before you spend hundreds on an upgraded router or a newfangled mesh network, try this: TP-Link’s RE615X extender is now $59.99 on Amazon.
It’s a really simple solution. Here’s how it works: You plug it into an outlet somewhere between your main router and the area with spotty Wi-Fi, then connect it to your Wi-Fi network. The extender will rebroadcast the Wi-Fi signal, which should fill in that spotty area and strengthen your reception there. And that’s it! It’s as easy as that.
The RE615X can extend Wi-Fi signal by up to 2,100 square feet and supports up to 64 device connections, making it an excellent choice for large families with lots of devices and homes with lots of smart devices. (Have you checked lately? You’d be surprised how many devices are actively connected to your home Wi-Fi network!)
Other nice features include dual-band support with total speeds up to 1.8 Gbps (fast enough for streaming and gaming), plus a Gigabit Ethernet port for when you want a more stable connection. It also supports EasyMesh, allowing you to create a seamless whole-home mesh network if you have compatible devices.
If spotty Wi-Fi is causing you way more frustration than you’d like, a range extender like this is the affordable first-line solution. Get it now for $59.99 on Amazon while it’s still on sale!
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|  | | | PC World - 10 Feb (PC World)At a glanceExpert`s Rating
Pros
Lightweight and sturdy magnesium casing
Attractive 2.5K display with 120 Hz and high colour fidelity
Future-proof thanks to Intel Ultra 9 with dedicated NPU
Generous memory configuration with 32 GB RAM and 2 TB SSD
Extensive connectivity options including USB4 and microSD
Cons
Cooling is clearly audible under full load
The webcam only offers standard quality
Our Verdict
While many laptops with comparable CPU specifications are either significantly heavier or have plastic cases, the Geekbook offers a balanced combination of performance, mobility, and workmanship.
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Until now, Geekom was primarily known for its mini PCs. With the Geekbook X16 Pro, the company is now expanding its portfolio to include a notebook. The laptop market is highly competitive and dominated by numerous established manufacturers. Our testing will show how the X16 Pro compares to popular alternatives in terms of workmanship, features, and performance.
Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro: Design
The Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro immediately makes a lasting impression on me when lifting it out of the packaging. Geekom uses a CNC-milled unibody made of a magnesium alloy, and the workmanship is precise, with virtually no gaps.
The size-to-weight ratio is particularly impressive. Despite its 16-inch format, the device weighs only 2.86 pounds. Combined with its low height of 17 millimeters (even less at its thinnest point), it stands out positively from bulky office laptops.
Christoph Hoffmann
The case is torsion-resistant in our grip and open test. Even when pressure is applied to specific points on the keyboard or case, the material hardly gives way. The matte finish is resistant to fingerprints, and the hinges hold the display securely in place and allow it to be opened with one hand.
While many laptops with comparable CPU specifications are either significantly heavier or have plastic cases, the Geekbook offers a balanced combination of performance, mobility, and workmanship.
Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro: Features
The heart of the laptop is the Intel Core Ultra 9-185H. This mobile high-end processor from the first Core Ultra generation (“Meteor Lake”) was introduced at the end of 2023 and is currently used in many laptops. It will be replaced by Intel’s new Core Ultra Series 3 generation (“Panther Lake”), which was unveiled at CES 2026.
The special feature of the Intel Core Ultra 9-185H is the integrated NPU (Neural Processing Unit). It’s specially designed for AI calculations. In everyday use, it relieves the CPU and GPU of tasks such as background blurring in video calls or local image processing.
Christoph Hoffmann
Geekom pairs the processor with 32 GB of fast LPDDR5x RAM. According to HWInfo, eight 4 GB modules from manufacturer Rayson Hi-Tech are soldered onto the motherboard. Soldered RAM does not require sockets.
This allows for more compact case designs, while shorter signal paths improve integrity at high clock speeds as well as reducing latency and power consumption. However, this means that the RAM cannot be upgraded.
Christoph Hoffmann
The Crucial P310 (model CT2000P310SSSD8) installed in the test device is a fast M.2 NVMe SSD with a PCIe 4.0 interface and a capacity of 2 TB. More on transfer rates later.
Christoph Hoffmann
Overall, I am impressed with the Geekbook X16 Pro’s keyboard. It is equipped with white LED lighting, which makes it easier to work in poor lighting conditions, allowing for better visibility of the keys.
The key travel is pleasant, the pressure points are clearly defined, and the layout appears tidy. The keys are printed with large font. Even during longer typing sessions, typing is comfortable and fast.
Only the position of individual keys requires a short period of adjustment, but this is hardly noticeable in everyday use. The keyboard is well suited for office work, texting, and productive work.
Christoph Hoffmann
The Geekbook’s touchpad is a comfortable size. In my tests, it responded precisely to inputs and gestures, enabling smooth and reliable operation overall.
The fingerprint sensor in the upper right corner also serves as an on/off switch. It enables biometric access protection when logging in via Windows Hello.
Christoph Hoffmann
The Geekom GeekBook X16 Pro is equipped with a 2-megapixel front camera that allows recording in Full HD (1080p). This gives it better image quality than many standard laptops.
Other features include two microphones and a light sensor for automatic brightness adjustment. What I miss is a physical privacy shutter that would allow the camera to be mechanically covered to protect privacy.
When it comes to ports, Geekom shows that mobility does not have to mean sacrificing connectivity. On the right side of the case are two USB-A ports (5GB/s) for external drives, USB sticks, or classic accessories such as a mouse and keyboard. There’s also a 3.5 mm combo jack for headset/audio and a microSD card reader.
There are two USB-C ports on the left side of the notebook. One of them is USB4-compatible and supports data transfer rates of up to 40 GB/s – ideal for fast external SSDs, docking stations, or external displays. This port can also be used to power the notebook.
The other USB-C port operates at USB 3.2 speed (10 GB/s). External monitors can be connected without an adapter via the HDMI 2.0 output.
Christoph Hoffmann
The device is also equipped with the latest wireless connectivity. It supports Wi-Fi 6E, which enables higher transfer rates, a more stable connection and lower latency, especially in networks with many simultaneously connected devices. This noticeably benefits video calls, cloud services, and large downloads. Bluetooth 5.4 is available for wireless input devices, headphones, and speakers.
High performance in a small space requires intelligent cooling. The “IceBlade 2.0” system built into the Geekom masters this challenge in testing: the fans remain pleasantly quiet in everyday use, but kick in audibly during demanding rendering processes and then quickly regulate themselves back down again.
Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro: Display
The display is one of the device’s great strengths. The 16:10 aspect ratio offers noticeably more vertical workspace than the classic 16:9 format, which is particularly advantageous when working with documents, spreadsheets, or source code.
Christoph Hoffmann
The 2560×1600 resolution ensures a high pixel density, so text, icons, and graphics look nice and sharp. With a refresh rate of 120 Hz, scrolling content, animations, and mouse pointer movements feel more smooth than a conventional 60 Hz display.
With a maximum brightness of 400 nits, the display is also easy to read indoors and is also suitable for outdoor use in indirect sunlight. Colors appear balanced overall.
Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro: Audio
The audio setup of the GeekBook X16 Pro also scores highly in our test, even though the speakers are not top-of-the-line. The notebook has two integrated stereo speakers (2 × 4 ohms × 2 watts) with DTS:X Ultra support. The speakers are located at the front of the case and emit sound downwards. This is then reflected off the table surface.
Christoph Hoffmann
The wide sound image and spatiality are satisfactory. The volume is sufficient for films and video conferences. Voices are reproduced clearly, although the bass cannot compete with external speakers.
Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro: Battery life
A common weak point in lightweight notebooks is battery capacity. Geekom specifies a runtime of up to 17 hours based on its own measurements. This puts it among the leaders in its class, at least on paper.
In fact, the lithium-ion battery manufactured by GFL in the X16 Pro, with a nominal capacity of 74,924 mWh, is one of the larger energy storage devices in the 16-inch class. We were curious to see if it would deliver respectable runtimes.
The test scenario is a real working day with mixed office use, browsing, and light image editing. According to our measurements, the battery lasted just under 13 hours before the device had to be plugged back in. This is a very good result for such a mobile 16-inch device, surpassing the runtime of many competitors in this category.
Christoph Hoffmann
Another positive feature is that the handy 65 W GaN power supply is barely larger than a smartphone charger. It charges the battery quickly and is easy to store thanks to its compact dimensions. In our testing, it took about 60 minutes to charge the X16 Pro from 10 to 80 percent.
Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro: Windows 11 Pro
The Geekbook X16 Pro comes with Windows 11 Pro pre-installed. The operating system is factory-set to 24H2 Build 26100 with a release date of October 1st, 2024 and is quick to activate and set up. We updated the system to the latest version using the update function. We then installed the Intel drivers for the NPU and Arc graphics.
Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro: Computing power
Geekom wants to set a new benchmark for mobile AI and productivity applications with the Intel Core Ultra 9-185H and 32 GB of LPDDR5x memory. Our benchmark results show whether the concept works.
The results in PCMark 10 underline the potential of this overall package: with a score of 8,256 points, the laptop secures a top position in the comparison field. The Lenovo Yoga 9i scores 7,719 points, while the Asus Zenbook S 14 scores 6,598 points. Both laptops use the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V.
Christoph Hoffmann
The Geekbook’s productivity score of over 15,000 points is particularly impressive. It stands for first-class performance in complex office workflows and spreadsheets. The system also delivers solid results in content creation, although specialized workstations with dedicated graphics naturally remain at an advantage when it comes to rendering tasks.
Analysis of the 3DMark CPU profile illustrates the efficient scalability of the architecture. With 973 points in the single-thread test, the processor provides a solid basis for everyday applications. As the number of threads increases, the system unleashes its potential and achieves 6,741 points at maximum utilization. This value elevates the device into the upper class segment. The comparison between eight and 16 threads is revealing: here, the good resource utilization becomes clear, although the flat housing sets thermal limits that prevent full performance.
Christoph Hoffmann
The graphics performance in the Time Spy test totals 4,073 points. The integrated Intel Arc graphics achieve 3,732 graphics points. This performance is sufficient to display current games smoothly in reduced resolution. However, the hardware is less suitable for demanding titles in native resolution. This is also confirmed by the results in Steel Nomad. With only about seven frames per second, the graphics unit reaches its limits with modern 4K loads.
One bright spot is the Intel XeSS function test, which uses AI algorithms. Without upscaling, the system only achieves low frame rates in our test. Activating XeSS technology increases performance by 167 percent. This enables a smoother gaming experience in supported titles.
Christoph Hoffmann
The results from Geekbench-AI Pro reinforce the focus on artificial intelligence. With a score of 6,137 points, the notebook is well prepared for applications with local AI computing. In this area, the architecture significantly outperforms many older processor generations.
Christoph Hoffmann
The SSD data throughput in Crystal Disk Mark is impressive across the board. The built-in 2 TB SSD achieves read speeds of 7,000 MB/s. Write operations are performed at over 6,100 MB/s. Such transfer rates significantly minimize loading times for large files or video editing.
Christoph Hoffmann
The high memory bandwidth effectively compensates for peak loads. The results in Solar Bay, with over 55 frames per second, show that even ray tracing effects are possible to a certain extent. Nevertheless, the device remains primarily a tool for productive minds and creative users.
Christoph Hoffmann
Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro: Conclusion
The Geekbook X16 Pro combines a lightweight, high-quality case with high computing power for this class of device. While many laptops with comparable CPU specifications are either significantly heavier or have plastic cases, the Geekbook offers a balanced combination of performance, mobility, and workmanship. Modern wireless standards such as Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 also enable fast and stable connections to networks and peripheral devices.
With the Geekbook X16 Pro, Geekom is transferring its experience in building compact and efficient mini PCs to the laptop sector. The notebook offers consistent performance with controlled heat generation and remains pleasantly quiet. The long battery life further supports mobile use. The result is a functional and balanced overall package that is suitable for productive everyday use.
Geekom Geekbook X16 Pro: Specifications
Dimensions: 356 × 248.5 × 17 mm (W × D × H)
Weight: 2.86 pounds
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9-185H (up to 5.1 GHz, 16 cores, 22 threads)
Graphics: Intel Arc Graphics (integrated)
Memory: 32 GB LPDDR5x (dual channel)
Hard drive: 2 TB M.2 PCIe Gen 4 x4 SSD (Crucial P310 CT2000P310SSSD8)
Display: 16-inch IPS, 2.5K (2,560 × 1,600 pixels), 16:10, 120 Hz, 100% sRGB, 400 nits
Housing: Magnesium alloy (CNC unibody)
Battery: 75 Wh, up to 17 hours of battery life, 65-watt GaN power adapter
Connections: 1 × USB4 (full function), 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.0, microSD slot, 3.5 mm jack
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4
Security: Fingerprint sensor
Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
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|  | | | PC World - 10 Feb (PC World)There’s a lot that separates a good display from a bad one, and plenty more to separate a good one from an exceptional one. Color gamut, brightness, contrast, pixel density, pixel response time, and refresh rate all play big roles, but ultimately the most important factor is how well the screen can display images and how easy it is for you to see it.
After testing the Acer Swift Edge 14 AI, which is the first laptop to incorporate Corning’s Gorilla Matte Pro display treatment, I’ve seen the light. I now want every laptop to have this tech and I dread testing any laptop that doesn’t have this tech. It nails the “easy to see” equation and allows the best qualities of a display to shine—literally.
Matte versus glossy screens
There’s a lot of debate about what’s best for display quality. Some say that a glossy screen allows the purest transmission of light from the display to your eyeballs. I can’t argue with that. But enjoying that pure transmission requires an ideal environment setup to minimize the glare and reflections that end up on such glossy displays.
Anti-glare finishes on screens can make reflections darker, and matte finishes can diffuse light that’s hitting the screen, so reflected light sources are less distracting. Traditionally, though, these anti-glare and matte options have reduced contrast (undesirable on high-quality OLED displays) and introduced sparkle to the light emitting from the display.
Chris Hoffman / Foundry
Corning describes this sparkle as a “grainy or even greasy” appearance to the screen. And having put matte screen protectors on a host of devices from my phone to my laptop, I can see exactly that sort of graininess and greasiness sometimes. But the trade-off is that I don’t see my mirror image or bright lights reflected on my displays.
For some of us, that trade-off is worth it. It’s why my colleague Chris Hoffman now prefers matte over OLED in his laptop screens.
The Gorilla Matte Pro difference
Here’s the thing about the Gorilla Matte Pro display treatment on the Acer Swift Edge 14 AI I reviewed: it had all the glare-busting benefits without any of that sparkly grain or grease. In other words, it offered the best of both worlds. A true win-win for laptop screens.
I love taking advantage of high-resolution laptop displays to make the most of smaller screens, by shrinking everything down as much as possible. This makes for very fine text and icons just about everywhere—yet that ultra-fineness looks crisp behind Gorilla Matte Pro.
To compare, I have two additional laptops, each with a 14-inch 2880×1800 OLED display that’s almost identical to the one Acer’s Swift Edge 14 AI. One is a Lenovo laptop to which I’ve applied a matte screen protector (completed with almost zero bubbles or trapped dust, much to my satisfaction). The other is an Asus laptop with a glossy display. These are all high-quality and worthwhile laptops, by the way.
The Asus laptop’s display shows fine superbly, but the second I turn my back to a bright window or light source, I’m squinting to make out what I’m looking at most of the time. Meanwhile, the Lenovo laptop avoids the glare issue most of the time with modest brightness levels thanks to the matte film I put on it, but fine details are awash in the grainy sparkle caused by the matte screen protector itself.
Asus (glossy OLED) versus Acer (Gorilla Matte Pro), displays off.Mark Knapp / Foundry
The Gorilla Matte Pro screen avoids both issues. Fine text is wonderfully clear without any noticeable sparkle at normal viewing distances, and the text remains clear even if I turn my back to a bright window or light source. Sure, there’s still a bright spot on the display if it’s hit by something really bright, but it’s still a night-and-day difference.
With that bright window behind me, I have to turn the glossy display up to 100% brightness (about a 400-nit whitepoint) before I can comfortably focus on the screen and not the reflection. On the Gorilla Matte Pro screen, I can readily focus on content with the brightness at its lowest level (a 23-nit whitepoint) and the font displaying at a smaller size. And when it comes to performance in the dark, all I can say is that the black pixels look as pitch as they do on the glossy screen.
Asus (glossy OLED) versus Acer (Gorilla Matte Pro), displays on.Mark Knapp / Foundry
Just to put some numbers to it, I grabbed a light meter that I use for projector testing and a small LED fill light. I placed the light meter between the two laptops with both screens facing the sensor at an equal distance. I then shined the LED onto each display from alternating sides of the meter, this way it would pick up reflections from one display and then the other. In this test, the Gorilla Matte Pro display reflected 20 lux from the LED while the glossy display reflected 60 lux.
Why it matters
I love OLED displays on my laptops. Between their color and contrast, they look phenomenal—in the right conditions. But I take laptops all over the place, and unless I’m at home, I usually don’t have control over ambient lighting, overhead lights, environmental brightness, etc.
When it’s too bright or there’s a strong light hitting my screen, I have to crank the brightness of that glossy OLED display to continue using it comfortably. It’s a similar issue if I want to sit in front of a window and have a decent view while I work. The light pouring in through the window will light me up and then all I see is my reflection on the screen, unless I crank up the display’s brightness in turn.
Chris Hoffman / Foundry
That increased brightness comes with a huge tax on the laptop’s power usage and battery life. A laptop that might’ve run all day could last just a few hours with its display brightness amped up. Good luck doing work on a lovely patio in the middle of summer.
This Gorilla Matte Pro finish sidesteps those issues. I can work in front of windows. I can go outside (though I’d still avoid angling it up towards the sky for the best experience). And even in challenging conditions, I can keep the brightness level low while still clearly seeing what’s on screen, which helps extend battery life much farther. That’s huge.
It’s little surprise that more high-end devices—for example, Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra, Apple’s iPhone 17, and the MacBook Pro—are offering similar glare-fighting features and that Corning’s Gorilla Matte Pro won a CES innovation award this year.
This tech simply lets wonderful displays look their best more of the time in wider circumstances. As someone who loves a great-looking screen, I now want Gorilla Matte Pro on all of them.
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|  | | | PC World - 8 Feb (PC World)TL;DR: A small but powerful HP mini EliteDesk 800 G6 comes with a keyboard and mouse for just $349.99 (MSRP $639.99).
Anyone whose desk doesn’t have room for a bulky tower, but still wants real desktop performance, the HP EliteDesk 800 G6 (2020) is an easy win. This compact mini PC is built for professionals who want speed, reliability, and flexibility without sacrificing space.
Inside, you’ll find a 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10500T processor paired with 16GB of RAM and a fast 512GB NVMe SSD. That combination means quick boot times, smooth multitasking, and zero frustration when juggling spreadsheets, browser tabs, video calls, and business apps simultaneously.
Despite its small footprint, connectivity is anything but limited. With USB-C, multiple USB-A ports, HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, and Gigabit Ethernet, it’s easy to plug in monitors, peripherals, and accessories. Dual-display support makes it especially handy for productivity-focused setups.
The system runs Windows 11 Pro, giving you added security features, professional management tools, and a modern interface. It even comes with a wired keyboard and mouse, so you’re ready to work right out of the box.
Because this unit carries a Grade A+ refurbished rating, it arrives in excellent condition with little to no cosmetic wear.
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