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Microsoft’s Xbox controller (and its souped-up Xbox Elite variant) is considered the de facto standard for PC gaming. But after nearly 30 years, it’s not surprising that some prefer the PlayStation pad.

And for those that do, here’s some good news: the newest version of the PlayStation Accessories app offers far better support for

1. The camera app in Windows

If you wish you could remotely control your electronics but don’t want to replace them with smart variants just yet, you have another option: get yourself a few smart plugs.

Right now, you can get this 3-pack of TP-Link Tapo smart plu

If you don’t need all the whiz-bang goodies of a gaming mouse, then an MX Master is about as good as you can get. Logitech’s flagship series of mice offers gorgeous and comfy sculpted lines, USB-C charging, multi-machine control, and a sensor that can’t be stopped.

Today, you can get the

No disrespect to Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, but voice control still has its quirks and sometimes it’s easier to control your various smart home devices using your PC instead.

But the degree to which you can adjust lighting, view security camera feeds, or set your thermostat will depend on which particular devices and ecosystems you’re tied to.

One of the most exciting things about using a PC is the abundance of free software that’s available to users — so much so, that it can be hard to find the real gems.

In fact, most people stop at the

Earlier this summer, I decided to splurge on a Logitech MX Keys keyboard for myself — and let me tell you, there’s no going back once you’ve tried one of these. It’s seriously a game-changer.

Right now, the Logitech MX Keys Mini is on sale for $80 on Amazon

Okay, I gotta be honest: I’m having a really hard time resisting the urge to buy this thing. I’ve been waiting for Samsung to make its double-4K ultrawide in OLED, but this 49-incher by MSI is on sale for just $870 on Amazon and it’s seriously too good to pass up. That’s almos