Hardware
Nvidia launches a new type of 'card' that anyone can afford
PCWorld reports that Nvidia launched "GeForce Trading Cards: Series 1," a free collectible card series celebrating the company's PC gaming history. The 14-card collection features iconic graphics cards like NV1 and GeForce 256, plus classic games such as Unreal Tournament 2004. Cards are distributed free through social media and gaming events like Gamescom 2026, offering an affordable way to own Nvidia memorabilia. Nvidia just unveiled its "GeForce Trading Cards: Series 1," a free series of collectable cards celebrating the company's history in PC gaming. The series includes 14 different cards featuring artwork and designs from historical graphics cards, classic tech demos, and iconic games that have shaped the GeForce brand over the decades. The cards include the NV1 from 1995, the GeForce 256 from 1999, the GeForce 3 from 2001, GeForce 7800 GTX from 2005, and GeForce GTX 1080 from 2016. The series also features cards inspired by tech demos such as,, and, and games such as and . These collector cards are being given away free of charge as part of Nvidia's "Summer of RTX" campaign via the company's social media channels and at gaming conventions and events like Gamescom 2026.
Why every PC nerd should care about ergonomics
PCWorld emphasizes that ergonomics is crucial for PC users to prevent repetitive stress injuries and chronic pain from prolonged computer use. Regular stretch breaks every 30-45 minutes and investing in ergonomic equipment like standing desks, vertical mice, and specialized keyboards can significantly reduce physical strain. Minor aches serve as early warnings of serious injuries, making proactive ergonomic solutions essential for long-term health and comfort. Do your hands, wrists, or shoulders ache after you get up from your PC? Don't ignore it. Those minor grumbles can be the early warning signs of serious repetitive stress injuries that can impact you for the rest of your life.
Now 10 for 2: Anker's 100W USB-C cables charge phones in 30 minutes
When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Now $10 for 2: Anker's 100W USB-C cables charge phones in 30 minutes Anker's 2-pack of 100W USB-C cables are on sale for $5 a piece and fast enough to charge a phone from empty in about half an hour. It's time to upgrade your old charging cables you have lying around. Right now, Amazon is selling this 2-pack of Anker 100W USB-C cables for just $10. That's $5 a piece for cables that are fast-charging and durable--an easy buy if you're tired of slow phone charges.
Alienware AW3426DW review: Maximum monitor bang for your buck
When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The Alienware AW3426DW combines just-the-basics design with an excellent five-layer tandem QD-OLED panel to deliver great image quality at a lower price. The Alienware AW3426DW combines just-the-basics design with an excellent five-layer tandem QD-OLED panel to deliver great image quality at a lower price. Alienware has long been a leader in QD-OLED ultrawide monitors. It was first to hop on the trend in a big way with the Alienware AW3423DW, released in 2022, and it has consistently released updates as new QD-OLED ultrawide panels were released.
I turned my Plex library into 24/7 streaming channels with this free app
PCWorld reviews Bunny Ears TV, a new Apple TV app that transforms your Plex Media Server library into 24/7 streaming channels with cable-like navigation. The app creates up to 26 themed channels from personal video collections, offering ad-free channel surfing with DVR controls and customizable features. Despite some usability issues and bugs, it provides an effective alternative to ad-heavy free streaming services for $3/month or $30 lifetime. While lots of free streaming services offer lineups of live TV channels to flip through, they all have the same problem: You're not in control of the content, and you're constantly interrupted by ads. A new app called Bunny Ears TV aims to solve those problems with help from Plex Media Server. If you have an Apple TV box and your own collection of movie or TV files in Plex, Bunny Ears TV can spin them into dozens of round-the-clock streaming channels with practically no effort. It's a neat app that mimics the channel surfing of cable using your own content, but unlike with cable, there are no commercial breaks.
The best new laptop might be an old one
PCWorld suggests that older, discounted laptops often provide better value than new models, as processor improvements have become incremental rather than revolutionary. The AI boom has driven up memory and storage costs for new laptops, while previous-generation models with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage remain highly capable. This approach matters because newer laptops frequently don't justify their higher prices with significant real-world performance improvements over well-specced older alternatives. The smartest laptop to buy in 2026 may not be a 2026 laptop. That's why PCWorld's laptop deals roundup has become one of the most useful things we publish. Now, more than ever, I'm convinced that the latest laptops -- and, heck, even the latest tech products -- simply don't offer enough real-world improvement to justify their higher prices. Indeed, cheaper laptops from previous years often deliver better alignment between performance and pricing. Some of this, you already know. Do the vast majority of PC users need the latest and greatest keyboard?
Acer's 7-in-1 wireless charging station is 50, its best price all year
When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Acer's 7-in-1 wireless charging station is $50, its best price all year Get Acer's 7-in-1 wireless charging station for 38% off, its lowest price this year. You can get Acer's 7-in-1 wireless charging station for a mere $49.59, which is a smooth 38% off its MSRP. This thing will look great on your desk or your nightstand and make charging all your gear so much easier. It's built with Apple users in mind, but it does enough extra to feel like more than just another charging pad.