updated Dec 23, 2016 4:09 PM | By Brad Chacos

Steam Winter Sale hidden gems: 14 great PC games under $10

One of the best parts of Steam Sales is trying new and unique games while the entry fees are low. Here are 10 affordable gems hiding in the Steam Winter Sale.

Dec 23, 2016 1:54 PM | By Blair Hanley Frank

Microsoft CMO: Forced Windows 10 upgrades were 'pretty painful'

Microsoft Chief Marketing Officer said in an interview that foisting a Windows 10 upgrade on users wasn't entirely the right thing to do.

updated Dec 23, 2016 12:30 PM | By Gordon Mah Ung, Melissa Riofrio

The best laptops of 2016: Budget PCs, 2-in-1s, Ultrabooks and more

Our top picks show off the best tech advances in portable PCs, from new CPUs and GPUs to new materials.

Missing Pieces Dec 23, 2016 12:00 PM | By Hayden Dingman

This week in games: Battlefield adds the French, Overwatch teases 2017, and Crytek's in trouble

Plus: Crypt of the Necrodancer announces a "DLC Prequel," Mafia III adds more DLC that should've already been in the game, and more. This is gaming news for December 19 through 23.

updated Dec 23, 2016 11:24 AM | By Brad Chacos

8 critical things to do immediately with a new PC

Quick, while it's still pure and unsullied! Here are the crucial tasks to perform on a new PC.

updated Dec 23, 2016 11:24 AM | By Brad Chacos

Your new PC needs these 15 free, excellent programs

Start your new computer off right with solid security tools, productivity software, and other programs that every PC needs.

Dec 23, 2016 10:30 AM | By Michael Simon

Nintendo plans to release 2 or 3 mobile games a year after Super Mario Run's success

Nintendo looks to build on the success of Super Mario Run and Pokemon Go with a steady stream of smartphone releases.

Dec 23, 2016 8:40 AM | By Ian Paul

Tesla forces hard speed limits on its Autopilot self-driving system

Tesla's no longer allowing drivers some leeway in setting speed limits with the company's semi-autonomous Autopilot system.

updated Dec 23, 2016 7:29 AM | By Derek Walter, Michael Simon

Samsung Galaxy S8 rumor roundup: Here's everything we know so far

From a new digital assistant to a beefed-up camera, Samsung is angling for a major comeback in the new year with the Galaxy S8.

Dec 23, 2016 7:02 AM | By Michael Simon

Deck, watch and rock the halls with Google Play Store deals on music, movies, and more

Google has a bevy of holiday deals ready to roll in the Play Store, with half-off movies, 99-cent rentals and free music available for all.

Dec 23, 2016 6:46 AM | By Ian Paul

Firefox's ready to supercharge browser speed with major multi-process push

Mozilla is aiming to roll out multi-process Firefox to even more users in January.

Dec 23, 2016 6:00 AM | By Rick Broida

9 must-know Amazon Echo tips and tricks

Amazon's Echo, Echo Dot and Tap devices can do more than just check the weather and sling playlists. We offer 9 great tips and tricks for Alexa users.

updated Dec 23, 2016 5:18 AM | By Susie Ochs

Great last-minute gifts you can send by email right now

I can't believe you waited this long either, but it's going to be OK.

Hassle-Free PC Dec 23, 2016 5:00 AM | By Ian Paul

How to customize your Windows PC with Winaero Tweaker

Winaero Tweaker lets you do deep system customizations that require meddling in the registry, without directly meddling in the registry.