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Don't pay 30 for Tomb Raider I–III Remastered. It's free right now

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PCWorld highlights that Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft is currently available for free on Epic Games Store instead of its usual $30 price. The collection includes all three classic Tomb Raider games plus expansions, featuring updated graphics, improved controls, and new challenge modes while maintaining original gameplay. This remaster scored 75 on Metacritic and offers both classic and enhanced visuals, making it appealing for new players and nostalgic fans alike. Few game series come close to matching the cultural impact of --and now is the perfect opportunity to experience Lara Croft's early days for yourself, except with updated graphics and controls that have been brought up to modern standards.


Windows 11 has built-in settings to reduce CPU bottlenecks. Use them

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Windows 11 has built-in settings to reduce CPU bottlenecks. Speed up Windows 11 without new hardware by offloading CPU work with tricks like hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling. Many Windows PCs feel sluggish in everyday use, despite their hardware specifications suggesting otherwise. The processor is handling tasks that the graphics card, SSD, or network chip could process more efficiently.


Ring's newest 2K Indoor Cam Plus drops to 35, its lowest price yet

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The newest Ring Indoor Cam Plus offers 2K video, night vision, two-way audio, and a damage-free stand. It's now just $35 (was $60) at Amazon. Ring's newest Indoor Cam Plus is on sale for $35 at Amazon right now, a solid 42% off its original $60 price. That's the most affordable price we've seen for this indoor Wi-Fi security camera, and it's a big drop for a cam that's only been out since November 2025.


Anker's 25,000mAh power bank with 2 built-in cables is 39 off today

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Anker's 25,000mAh power bank with 2 built-in cables is $39 off today This Anker power bank with an extra-large capacity, fast multi-device charging speed, and built-in charging cables is a steal now that it's on sale for $96 at Amazon (down from its original $135). That's the best price we've seen for this model all year, and it's powerful enough to be the only power bank you need for all your devices. The standout feature of Anker's A1695 Laptop Power Bank is that it has two built-in USB-C cables, relieving you of the need to carry any extra cords around. It also has extra USB-C and USB-A ports, able to charge up to four devices simultaneously if you do have cables on you.


You're probably missing these 13 useful Google Chrome tools

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PCWorld highlights 13 underutilized Google Chrome features that can significantly enhance browsing productivity and organization for billions of users. Key tools include tab groups for organization, cross-device syncing, Guest profiles for temporary use, and keyboard shortcuts like Ctrl+Shift+T to reopen closed tabs. These hidden features offer powerful customization options through Chrome flags, multiple user profiles, dark mode settings, and extension management for improved daily web interaction. Around two-thirds of all internet users use Google Chrome, according to StatCounter .


PC building has entered its chaos era--and I'm here for the ride

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PCWorld explores the chaotic transformation of PC building over the past year, driven by AI boom impacts and unexpected industry shifts. Key developments include AMD gaining 46% server CPU market share, expensive DDR5 memory launches, and surprising alliances between Intel and Nvidia.


Google's AI answers are starting to look like ads

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PCWorld reports that Google's AI services are increasingly resembling advertisements, with new premium offerings like the $100/month Spark AI agent for digital life management. Google has shifted Gemini to a compute-based usage model while introducing advanced AI glasses that raise significant privacy concerns due to integrated cameras.


I found a better way to explore America's National Parks online

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. I found a better way to explore America's National Parks online TrailVerse helps you plan hikes, road trips, and park visits all in one simple, clean interface. When I'm not at work hunting down and writing about cool sites and apps for you folks, I can usually be found exploring the great outdoors. And I'll take any chance I can get to go poking around National Parks. But, if you're like me, you know how quickly planning a park visit can get out of hand and turn into a dozen open tabs.


This one-time 24 AcePDF purchase could save you from years of PDF frustration

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Get lifetime access to AcePDF Converter & Editor for $23.99 with promo code PDF20 PDF tools have a way of turning simple tasks into unnecessary extra steps -- especially when basic features are locked behind subscriptions or usage limits. Right now, though, AcePDF Converter & Editor is available for a one-time payment of $23.99 with promo code PDF20 Whether you're merging pages, converting files to Word or Excel, or extracting text from scanned documents, this software gives you all the PDF power you need in one place. It's fast, reliable, and trusted by individuals and businesses to make daily document workflows way smoother. If PDFs are part of your daily grind, this is an easy one-time investment that will pay for itself the next time you need to edit or convert a document.


A Windows 11 bug blocks all updates since February. Here's what to do

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PCWorld reports a Windows 11 bug has blocked all updates since February for some users, creating serious security vulnerabilities and potential system issues. The problem stems from January's Preview Update and affects download timeouts, leaving systems without crucial monthly security patches and upcoming Secure Boot certificate updates. Microsoft recommends performing a Known-Issue Rollback (KIR) to revert the faulty update and restore normal update functionality. Problems with Windows updates are nothing new, but right now there's a seriously annoying bug that's affecting certain Windows 11 users--they haven't been getting any Windows updates for months. According to BleepingComputer, the issue started after installation of the January Preview Update. This means that those affected have not received a single Windows update since February, and that includes all the monthly security updates that should be keeping them safe. As if that weren't bad enough, we're also at a critical juncture just weeks before Secure Boot certificates expire on older Windows machines. Microsoft has been distributing updated certificates via Windows Update, which must be installed on PCs before June in order for Secure Boot to continue working as intended.