Yes, your computer is important — but so is its home. When was the last time you considered getting a new computer desk? Whether you are a serious gamer looking for an upgrade or just moved into a new space, it’s probably time you opt for a desk that doesn’t look like an Ikea reject. […]
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The Best 4K Monitors for 2019
Whether it’s for gaming, office productivity, or creative work—or just to stream your favorite movies—a 4K monitor is a must-have upgrade for some shoppers in 2019. But the 4K monitors on the market today are far from alike. Some are built to deliver speedy refresh rates to benefit PC gamers. Others are designed for graphics […]
IFA 2019 Complete Coverage
CES may be the largest consumer electronics show in the U.S., but IFA owns bragging rights as the largest CE show outside the states. In 2019, the show runs Sept. 6 to Sept. 11, and because of its timing (just in time for buyers to place Christmas orders), IFA frequently plays host to several first-time product […]
The Best Wearables at IFA 2019
With designer brands like Michael Kors and Puma unveiling their first fitness-centric smartwatches, it’s clear athleisure was the trend in Berlin this year. PCMag reviews products independently, but we may earn affiliate commissions from buying links on this page. Terms of use. BERLIN—The IFA show floor here was full of wearables, from smartwatches to headphones, […]
5 awesome pieces of new tech we saw on display at IFA 2019
IFA 2019 has seen a slew of announcements from major electronics brands, with new TVs, phones, and smartwatches aplenty. But it’s not just consumer electronics on show here — it’s also a great place to get a glimpse of emerging technologies which could change the way we live in the future. Here are 5 awesome […]
Samsung sells 2 million 5G phones, predicts over 4 million by end of 2019
Over the past few months, major 5G milestones have started to get measured in the millions: the first million South Korean 5G customers, and then the first million 5G customers on a single carrier. At IFA today, Samsung added some impressive new numbers to the pile, suggesting that it has already sold 2 million Samsung […]
What to expect at IFA 2019, Europe’s enormous tech show
Tomorrow, the world’s leading manufacturers will take to the stage at IFA 2019 in Berlin, Germany, to showcase their latest innovations. Here’s what you need to know about this year’s show, including when it’s set to start, how long it will run for, where it’s held, the schedule, and all the devices we’re expecting to […]
What to expect at IFA 2019, Europe’s colossal tech show
IFA Later this week, the world’s leading manufacturers will take to the stage at IFA 2019 in Berlin, Germany, to showcase their latest innovations. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s show, including when it’s set to start, how long it will run for, where it’s held, and all the devices we’re expecting […]
Gartner: Samsung and Huawei sold one-third of phones in Q2 2019
Global smartphone sales remain on a slow but steady decline, according to analysts at Gartner. The U.K. firm today published a report showing that they dipped 1.7% in Q2 2019, totaling 368 million units (down from 374 million units the same quarter a year ago). Among the top five vendors, Huawei and Samsung experienced the […]
Guidemaster: The best back-to-school gadgets you can buy in 2019
Enlarge Getty Images/picture alliance That time of year is, inevitably, here again—that time humans ages seven to 21 dread but their parents love. Every back-to-school season sends would-be students scrambling to figure out what things they need to make another year of education as streamlined as possible, and those solutions can look different for each […]
The best chat clients for 2019
In last few years, everyone has seemingly ditched the typical instant messengers like AIM and ICQ for Facebook Messenger, iMessage and plain-old text messages. And while person-to-person instant messaging is something we all do on our phones now, desktop clients are far from dead. In fact, they’re currently enjoying something of a renaissance. With so many choices […]
The Best Android Phones for 2019
Apple or Android? Whether you’re looking for a big or small phone, entry-level or top-of-the-line, Android offers options for everyone. And unlike Apple’s rigid release cycle, Google’s hardware partners unleash a seemingly endless stream of new devices year-round. But therein lies the problem: With so many options out there, how do you settle on the […]
Guidemaster: Finding the best gaming monitors you can buy in 2019
Enlarge / The LG 34GK950F, our favorite ultrawide gaming monitor. Valentina Palladino Welcome to Ars Gaming Week 2019! As a staff full of gamers and game-lovers, we’ll be serving up extra reviews, guides, interviews, and other stories all about gaming from August 19 to August 23. Any monitor can work for gaming, but a good […]
The best cameras for street photography in 2019
You’ve heard it a million times: “The best camera is the one you have in your hand.” Well, kind of. The reality is different cameras suit different genres, and deciding which camera to put in your hand certainly has an impact on the pictures you can take. When it comes to street photography, you’re going […]