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A MidJourney rendering of a student and his robot friend in front of a blackboard.

GPTZero: how to use the ChatGPT detection tool

ChatGPT and AI text is a plagiarism problem at schools, but GPTZero is here to help detect if a document has been written by a human or a machine.
Computing Guides
The Brother MFC-J4535DW is a compact all-in-one INKvestment printer.

Brother MFC-J4535DW review: a nice printer with a major flaw

The Brother MFC-J4535DW INKvestment Tank is an all-in-one printer with surprising strengths and a unique design, but is there good overall value?
Computing Reviews
The Oculus Quest 2 in use.

Meta will delete your Quest account (and games) unless you update soon

Your VR games are at risk! Here’s what you need to know about switching from Oculus to a Meta account before it's too late.
Computing News
Three printers from top brands, HP, Epson, and Brother.

Here’s how to choose the right printer to buy in 2024

Inkjet or laser? Do you need an all-in-one and what's a tank printer? Here are the most important questions to ask when buying a new printer.
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A person using an HP Envy Inspire printer.

HP just hatched its $7-a-month subscription plan for printers

You don't need to own a printer to print at home. HP's All-In Plan provides a selection of printers, ink shipments, and more at a low monthly price.
Computing News
An Apple Vision Pro superimposed over a photo of a Beond airlines luxury accommodation.

This airline is first to offer Vision Pro for in-flight entertainment

How can you make an island getaway more intriguing? This luxury airline offers a Vision Pro for in-flight entertainment, with movies, games, and more.
Computing News
Brother's MFC-L2820DWXL laser printer rests on a white table with plants.

Is $300 too much for a black-and-white printer? This Brother printer says no

We tested the Brother MFC-L2820DWXL, an all-in-one laser printer that comes with a large supply of toner, making it potentially good value for busy offices.
Computing Reviews
cracked vision pros not dropped and the mystery continues inphenite s pro has a long crack running top to bottom

Vision Pro visors are cracking, and no one knows why

A growing number of Vision Pro owners are reporting mysterious cracks in the front glass, and Apple support sometimes denies replacements.
Computing News
A Meta Quest 3 faces and Apple Vision Pro on a dynamic background.

Meta Quest 3 vs. Vision Pro: Which is the best VR headset?

It's a Quest 3 vs. Vision Pro showdown. Discover the strengths and weaknesses of these two amazing devices and how they compare.
Computing Products
The Immersed Visor appears on the left and Apple Vision Pro on the right.

People are returning the Vision Pro. Here are the best alternatives you can buy now

Apple's Vision Pro is great, but there are notable alternatives, some with sharper screens, better Mac connectivity, and lower prices.
Computing Guides
Man using Chromebook touchscreen.

How to print from a Chromebook

Our complete guide shows how to print and scan from your Chromebook wirelessly or via USB, including setting up your printer and print options.
Computing Guides
This MacBook has no bezels, thanks to Luke Miani's screen removal and Vision Pro replacement.

A YouTuber created a truly bezel-less MacBook

Are your MacBook bezels driving you mad? Never fear, there's an extravagant and silly way to upgrade to a bezel-free MacBook for just $3,500.
Computing News
A young passenger wears Rokid Max smart glasses during a flight.

This airline is first to offer in-flight AR glasses

There's plenty of room for upgrades to in-flight entertainment, and airlines are starting to explore advanced AR glasses to expand what's possible.
Computing News
A Meta Quest 3 sits on a wooden floor in moody backlighting.

The most common Quest 3 problems and how to fix them

Learn how to get your Meta Quest 3 working again when you have problems so you can get back to the game, movie, or experience you wanted.
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Meta CEO Zuckerberg models the Quest 3 on the left while someone else wears an Apple Vision Pro on the right.

3 ways the Quest 3 is better than the Vision Pro

Apple's Vision Pro costs seven times the price of Meta’s VR headset, but we'll explain why the Quest 3 is still better in many ways.
Computing Features
Canon's MegaTank Pixma G3270 is easy to setup and use.

Canon MegaTank Pixma G3270 review: a home printer done right

Canon's MegaTank Pixma G3270 is a budget-priced all-in-one printer designed for the home, so we tested its quality and long-term ink costs.
Computing Reviews
Brilliant Labs CEO models the company's new Frame smart glasses.

These 39-gram AR glasses have me excited for the future

You can get AI help with Brilliant Labs low-cost, multimodal smart glasses that accept input from voice or camera and display results on a display.
Computing News
A man wears an Apple Vision Pro headset.

The best Vision Pro accessories for battery life, comfort, and more

The Apple Vision Pro is an amazing spatial computer, but you need a few accessories to extend runtime, improve comfort, and more.
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A divided image shows an Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3.

The Vision Pro has at least three serious rivals in the works

Apple's Vision Pro sets a new standard, providing a well-defined target and luxury pricing that new premium VR headsets from top brands can challenge.
Computing Features
A set of app icons appear against a backdrop of a lake and mountains using the Environments feature in Apple's Vision Pro headset.

The Vision Pro App Store has already tripled in size

Apple gave an update on the Vision Pro App Store, announcing that many more native apps were available than rumors suggested.
Computing News
A person wears an Apple Vision Pro in a dim room.

I’m a VR enthusiast. Here’s why the Vision Pro doesn’t excite me

The Vision Pro is great for VR, and Apple entering the market is much-needed validation, but here's why this spatial computer doesn't excite me.
Computing Features
A divided image shows an Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3.

Why the future of the Quest depends on the Vision Pro

Meta might not see Apple's Vision Pro as competition, but as a collaborator in pushing virtual reality technology into the mainstream.
Computing News
Canon's Maxify GX2020 keeps printing for thousands of pages.

Canon Maxify GX2020 review: all your home office needs

Canon's Maxify GX2020 is an all-in-one that blurs the line between home and the office printer, so we put its long-term value and quality to the test.
Computing Reviews
A person wearing the Apple Vision Pro overlaid on a screenshot of Half-Life: Alyx.

Can the Vision Pro play VR games?

Apple's Vision Pro has the power of a computer, making it a high-performance VR headset, but will it get any VR games and are any available at launch?
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Apple Vision Pro being worn by a person while using a keyboard.

Does the Vision Pro require a computer or phone?

The Apple Vision Pro sounds like an awesome device, but is it usable right out of the box or do you need to connect it to a Mac or iPhone?
Computing News
A mixed reality view of the Apple Vision Pro App Store.

All the apps that will be available for the Vision Pro

The Apple Vision Pro arrives soon but what apps will it come with, what apps and games will be available in the visionOS App Store?
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The feet of someone walking on Disney's Holotile technology.

Disney just reinvented the VR treadmill, and it looks amazing

Disney just demonstrated a breakthrough that could solve one of the biggest problems of virtual reality, moving around in the real-world.
Computing News
Alan Truly scans some photos with the Pixma TS6420a.

How to scan from a printer to a computer

Many modern printers can scan photos and documents. While your computer might work with your scanner, you'll get better results with specific apps.
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A divided image shows an Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3.

Yet another serious competitor to the Vision Pro takes shape

With the Apple Vision Pro arriving in weeks, LG confirms a new XR headset, possibly in partnership with Meta.
Computing News
Microsoft Copilot creating a PowerPoint presentation for a user.

Copilot’s most exciting Office features will cost $20 a month

Microsoft's new Copilot Pro subscription lets anyone with Microsoft 365 or Office use AI for document summaries, email responses, and data analysis.
Computing News
Printing is fast and economical with the HP Smart Tank 7602.

HP Smart Tank 7602 review: fast, economical printing

HP's Smart Tank 7602 is a reliable all-in-one home office printer that's fast, but do the features and ink savings justify its higher price?
Computing Reviews
RayNeo X2 Lite AR glasses are slim and lightweight.

Google Glass is back? In spirit, yes

An advanced AR company have brought an impressive new pair to CES 2024 to revive the Google Glass dream.
Computing News
Xreal Air 2 Ultra AR glasses feature depth sensors.

Xreal brings spatial computing to a pair of AR glasses

Xreal's Air 2 Ultra AR glasses have spatial computing for hand-tracking and 3D mapping of your room, but that advanced technology isn't cheap.
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Three printers from top brands, HP, Epson, and Brother.

Common printer problems and how to fix them

When your printer stops working, you need to solve the issue quickly, so check this guide to troubleshoot the most common printer problems.
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