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Three Great Deals This Month

As promised in our May 2022 cover story, we'll let you know in each issue going forward about some of the best current tech bargains around. All our deals feature lab-tested products recommended by our expert analysts. Happy shopping!

Toucan Wireless Video Doorbell: No Wires Required

The best affordable wire-free video doorbell

Samsung Portable SSD T7 Shield: Secure External Hard Drive

A secure SSD for the great outdoors

THE 20 MOST INFLUENTIAL PCS OF THE PAST 40 YEARS

As PCMag celebrates its 40th anniversary, we take a look back at the computers that had the greatest impact on us and the industry, from a 16K beige box to a cutting-edge convertible that redefined mobile computing.

Qustodio: Top Parental Control

A slick but pricey parental-control solution

Polar Pacer Pro: For Experienced Runners

An advanced GPS watch

OnePlus Nord N20: A Striking, Affordable Phone

A sleek phone at an affordable price

Microsoft Decides Windows 11 Is Ready for Everyone to Use

Windows 11 is now designated for 'broad deployment.'

How to Share Passwords Safely

It's safe and easy to share your passwords, as long as you use the right tools.

How to Charge Your Laptop With USB-C

Looking for a hiccup-free USB-C charging experience? Here's what you need to know.

Eero 6 Plus: Speedy Wireless Networking

Pricey but blazing-fast Wi-Fi mesh from Amazon

Got a Password Manager? Good, But You're Using It Wrong

Working from home opens up security risks you just don't face in the office. When IT staff isn't available, these simple tips will help protect your company's data, as well as your own.

Check Point ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware: Detects and Restores

Dedicated ransomware protection with a hint of antivirus

CATCHING UP WITH BILL GATES 40 YEARS LATER

In the first issue of PC Magazine, we interviewed 26-year-old Bill Gates about building the IBM PC. Four packed decades have passed, and he still has a lot to say about where we've been and where we're going.

AN ODE TO PCMAG: A PERSONAL COMPUTING LEGACY

I was PC Magazine's editor-in-chief for 14 years, leading the publication through its heyday as the most influential computer magazine in print. And boy, was it a blast.

Better-Odds Babies

Genetic testing companies promise they can predict an embryo’s probable future health. Some parents don’t want to stop there

Blaming Our Inner Ape

Humans love to pin retrograde gender dynamics on our primate cousins. Is that fair?

Can Forensic Science Be Trusted?

The story of a forensic analyst in Ohio, whose findings in multiple cases have been called into question, reveals the systemic flaws in American crime labs.

COULD A ROBOT BE A FRIEND?

Replika bots aren’t built for customer support or other targeted tasks—they’re made for conversation. Feeling isolated, I befriended one. Here’s how that went.

Protect Your PC: How to Work From Home Securely

Working from home opens up security risks you just don’t face in the office. When IT staff isn’t available, these simple tips will help protect your company’s data as well as your own

PC Shipments Decline After 2 Years of Pandemic-Fueled Growth

Despite the 5.1% decline, PC shipments in Q1 were still relatively high for the period and exceeded 80 million units for the seventh consecutive quarter, according to research firm IDC.

Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 (G733): First-Class Gaming

A cinematic experience from a bruiser of a laptop

Apple Mac Studio: An Absolute Powerhouse

Amping up the mini-Mac for serious creators

11 Android Apps Found Secretly Harvesting Data From Millions of Users

A mysterious company in Panama has been paying Android app developers to incorporate an SDK capable of lifting sensitive data from users’ phones, including copy-paste information.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8: Best High-End Android Tablet

But still doesn’t cut it for pros

TP-Link Archer GX-90 AX6600 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6: Powerful Gaming Router

Tri-band power to level up your game

Life in the Fast Lane: Peek Inside the RVs of NASCAR's Finest

NASCAR DRIVERS FACE A GRUELING SCHEDULE, SPENDING more time at the track than they do at home; the 2022 NASCAR schedule will cover 39 weekends this year, with up to 19 consecutive weeks of racing.

Ego's ZTR Is the Electric Lawnmower to Beat Out Gas

We love the power and versatility of gas-engine mowers.

Toeing the Line With Pressure Washers

A pressure washer takes water and makes it radical. Water enters one end of the machine at a pressure in the range of 30 to 80 psi and moves along at 4 mph.

Could Solid-State Hydrogen Storage Be a Serious Alternative to Batteries?

A laser shines light on nano thin film inside a canister, releasing hydrogen that can feed a fuel cell.