Articles by Alaina Yee
How much antivirus protection is right for you? Here’s how to tell
You don't have to pay for antivirus software to be adequately protected online, but that largely depends on your habits and how much energy you have to devote to PC security.
Adobe's Creative Cloud is a whopping 50% off in this Cyber Monday deal
Adobe’s all-in-one plan for Photoshop, Premiere, Lightroom, and other popular software usually costs a pretty penny, but not with this whopping Cyber Monday sale.
Build a $500 gaming PC with these Cyber Monday deals
A 1080p Ultra gaming PC (with free bonus game!) can still be built for cheap with Cyber Monday deals. You can also put together ultra-affordable 1440p and 720p builds, too.
Samsung's blistering T7 Shield portable SSD is 50% off for Cyber Monday
You can grab this popular external storage SSD (which is also our pick for the best high-capacity performance drive!) at an all-time low price for Cyber Monday.
Best Buy's best Cyber Monday tech deals
Cyber Monday deals are rocking and rolling at Best Buy. These are the best bargains across the many tech deals available.
Best Cyber Monday SSD and storage deals
You can pick up SSDs and other storage at some insane discounts during Cyber Monday.
Get Hulu for just $1 per month for a whole year
This Black Friday deal for the popular streaming service not only slashes the price by 87 percent, but also opens the door to a cheap Disney+ subscription, too.
Our favorite antivirus, Norton 360 Deluxe, is just $20 for Black Friday
Among the best Black Friday deals is a sizable discount on our top pick for antivirus software—and other top-notch security suites, too.
Best budget computer speakers 2023: Solid PC audio for $100 or less
Budget computer speakers have come a long way since the tinny-sounding beige boxes of yore. Our top picks are surprisingly good—and surprisingly affordable.
Best power banks 2023: The top portable chargers for devices
Any smartphone user knows how important it is to have backup power. We've reviewed top offerings from Anker, Aukey, Otterbox, Mophie, and others. Read on for our picks, and what to look for in your portable charger.
The best webcams: Why now is a great time to buy
We test and recommend the best webcams, both 1080p and premium 4K webcams. We'll also advise you on what you should buy and why.
Black Friday SSD deals: What to expect and early sales
You can wait for deals on solid-state drives, but you don't need to—the deals have already begun.
Anker 521 PowerCore Fusion review: A reliable companion for the road
This affordable power bank can charge a laptop as adroitly as your phone—all without taking much space.
Best free password managers 2023: Online security doesn’t have to cost a thing
Identity theft and fraudulent charges are just part of the headache that can result from using weak passwords. Shore up your defenses with one of these free password managers.
Black Friday 2023: How to get the best prices on tech, and where to shop
Holiday shopping this year may be chaotic. Here's what's important to know in preparation for Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2023.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tip: Get 2 years of access for dirt cheap
Currently, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate costs $17 per month. But with this trick, you can get it at over 50 percent off for up to two years.
AVG Internet Security review: Reliable, budget-friendly antivirus software
AVG Internet Security is a good upgrade on its free antivirus software, especially if you need broader online protection and don’t want to pay a ton for it.
Intel Core i7-14700K and Core i9-14900K review: More features, mild speed bump
The launch of Intel’s new 14th-generation Core desktop processors lacks the excitement of the last couple of years, but you can’t find better performers. (Yet.)