Review Geek - What to Look for in a Gaming Monitor

October 27, 2022

With the days getting shorter and colder, you’re probably spending more time inside. If one of your favorite indoor activities is video gaming, you’ll want a great monitor to keep you dazzled through the cold months. But what makes a good display for games? In our top story, we’ll tell you what you need to know before making the big purchase.

Other Highlights:

• Apple finally concedes that it’s lost the battle for iPhone USB-C charging to the European Union.
• Password management service Dashlane revamps its pricing structure.
• Like everything else these days, Spotify is getting a price hike.
• … and more.

-Danny

A good gaming monitor is more than just a pretty screen. It’s a serious piece of equipment that affects your gameplay, just like a mouse or keyboard. So, before you shop for a new gaming monitor, you should learn which specs and features are important. Read More »

The all-new Pixel Buds Pro are packed to the brim with cool features, including a long battery life, hands-free Google Assistant, and finally, an ANC mode. They truly offer an exclusive experience, but at $200, you need to be okay with somewhat-underwhelming sound quality. Read More »

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I’m no stranger to achy shoulders, a tense lower back, and even sciatic nerve pain. While a lot of this is due to my poor posture, some of it is caused by the chair I spend hours in while working. After testing out OdinLake’s Ergo Plus 743, a lot of that discomfort is gone, or at least minimized. Read More »

Wordle was just too easy, wasn’t it? You probably left that behind and moved on to Quordle, the true “hard mode” of the word-guessing game format. But now you’re stuck and so close to failing. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with a hint—and if you really need it, today’s Quordle Answers. Read More »

Are you a huge fan of Wordle and absolutely stuck today? Let me guess; you’re hanging out on guess four or five and feeling the pressure. We get it entirely: nothing feels worse than losing your streak. If you’re not ready to outright cheat, we have you covered with hints and today’s Wordle answer. Read More »

My big lazy cat won’t get off her butt to play with expensive toys. But there’s one toy that always gets her excited, and it only costs $3 after sales tax. I’m talking about the legendary Cat Dancer.

The Cat Dancer is a flexible metal wire with small rolls of cardboard at either end. I’m not sure why, but it drives cats crazy. They chase, jump, and dance for the tiny pieces of cardboard, and all you need to do is wiggle your wrist. Just check the Amazon reviews if you don’t believe me.

Dashlane has just reworked both its free and paid plans and potentially put itself on the top of the free password manager pile in doing so. With the average person having multiple online accounts, a password manager is almost a necessity. Read More »

I am a totally over-the-moon fan of Doctor Who. I’ve stuck with it through thick and thin, highs and lows, and beyond. But if I’m being honest, totally honest, Doctor Who is a convoluted mess, and it has me worried for the future of the show I love. Read More »

Following the success of Nothing’s first earbuds, the Nothing Ear 1, the company is back with a second pair of true wireless earbuds. After a few teasers in September, the Nothing Ear (stick) earbuds are finally official, starting at $99. Read More »

For years, Apple resisted modifying the charging port on the iPhone from the company’s Lightning technology to the now-standard USB-C. That’s changing, according to Apple’s senior vice president of worldwide marketing, Greg Joswiak. He made the admission in an interview with the Wall Street Journal. Read More »

In case you missed it, earlier this week, Apple announced it is raising prices on its music streaming service, YouTube did the same last week, and now it sounds like Spotify is next. If so, the days of affordable music streaming could be coming to an end. Read More »

Following the recently-announced Google Home redesign, Nest Cam and Doorbell customers are gaining a new way to view their camera feeds. Google’s upgraded web viewer allows you to stream every Nest camera’s video feed from your browser—just log into the Google Home website and give it a go! Read More »

TV static, that snowy hiss of white noise, was a fixture of the 20th-century TV experience, but now it’s a thing of the past. Where did it go? Read More »

Most of us charge our phones without a second thought because they’re such an indispensable part of modern life. But how much are we spending annually keeping them fully charged and ready for action? Read More »

Do you need a $199 mechanical keyboard? Probably not. But should you buy a $199 keyboard? If you’re looking to upgrade your typing experience, the Das Keyboard 6 Professional should be on your radar—as long as you care more about nailing the basics than a laundry list of features. Read More »

Tired of starting your holiday vacation squished on an airplane with zero legroom? We don’t blame you. Whether you’re off to another country or flying two states over, having enough space on a plane makes traveling easier. Read More »

Apple’s macOS 13 Ventura is finally available to download if you own a compatible Mac. While it’s not the most revolutionary update we’ve seen, there are plenty of useful features worth checking out. Read More »

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