Tech Takes

When buying a new computer or upgrading your current PC, you’ll notice a growing number of storage options available. And it’s not just that you can choose from different-sized hard drives, either. With solid-state drives, hard disk drives, and hybrid options on the table, it’s tough to know what to choose these days.

Ever wonder what makes a computer fast? In this article, we’ll talk about everything you need to know in order to build the fastest desktop computer for your budget, from choosing the ideal case design to installing and testing components. If you’re considering a home build, you’ll be glad to know that putting a computer together isn’t necessarily that much more complicated than careful shopping. Here’s everything you’ll need to buy or think about before you get started.

With a true performance display and a versatile design, the HP Spectre x360 AMOLED laptop is in a class of its own when it comes to visual output. It’s part of the growing HP Spectre x360 line, a popular option for professionals and users who need a versatile convertible laptop. Their robust hardware specs and an adjustable hinge make it a highly portable option that’s great for conventional offices or on-the-go workers. As the tech behind high-resolution screens improves, HP® is introducing powerful new displays to their laptops. The new AMOLED display is a serious upgrade and it’s a big windfall for anyone who prioritizes clarity, resolution, and touch functionality.

Whether you’re a long-time HP printer user or you’re in the market for a new printer, you’ve probably seen HP Instant Ink mentioned in printer product descriptions. While it started as an HP ink subscription service for Inkjet printers, it now also covers compatible toner printers as well. HP Instant Ink addresses the biggest printing headaches, including cartridge level monitoring, recycling and replacement, and even the cost of color prints

Today’s computer market is inundated with a vast variety of names and categories that leave PC consumers scratching their heads in confusion. Finding the perfect computer for your needs means first deciding between desktops and laptops. Then you’ll need to narrow your search down to workstation, convertible, tower, thin client, or whatever best suits your digital demands and portability expectations.

Small form factor (SFF) computers and micro PCs, sometimes referred to as microtowers, have become the latest consumer buzzwords setting the market ablaze. However, as with any modern computer release, the terminology has been yet another catalyst for confusion.

For years, many have wondered if there would ever be a single, universal port that would work with a variety of devices. Over the past few decades, the ways we’ve stored and transferred data has changed greatly, from floppy disks to flash drives.

While some artists may choose to use a tablet for drawing by connecting it directly to a PC, the truth is that you can gain a lot more accuracy with your work by drawing directly on your laptop screen. Not only is the process simpler, but laptops are now designed with higher-resolution screens that can compete with graphics tablets. Along with more sensitive pens, artists now have a competitive alternative to a separate tablet.

With remote work and education taking the spotlight in 2020, it’s no surprise that laptop sales saw incredible growth. In 2020 alone, more than 200 million laptops shipped worldwide, offering students and employees more portable solutions with a laptop for everyday use.