Articles by Stevie Bonifield, Contributing Writer

Stevie Bonifield is a freelance tech journalist who has written for PC Gamer, Tom's Guide, and Laptop Mag on everything from gaming to smartwatches. Outside of writing, Stevie loves indie games, TTRPGs, and building way too many custom keyboards.

Articles by: Stevie Bonifield

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iPhone 17 Air leak shows impossibly sturdy frame, but don't put your "bendgate" fears to bed just yet

By Stevie Bonifield published 30 May 25

A leaked video of the iPhone 17 Air shows signs of hope for iPhone fans, but there are still some major concerns about Apple's ultra-thin phone.

The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 on a wood table running Death's Door

Skip the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 — here are 3 budget-friendly 2-in-1 laptops with great battery life

By Stevie Bonifield published 30 May 25

The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 let me down in one critical area, but luckily there are better options for your money. Here are the top 3 alternatives with better battery life.

This new Microsoft tool could be the final nail in Windows 10's coffin

By Stevie Bonifield published 29 May 25

The end of Windows 10 is drawing near and Microsoft just made it easier than ever to upgrade to Windows 11. Will it be enough to get business users to finally switch?

The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 gets all the basics right, except one

By Stevie Bonifield published 29 May 25

The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 has a few strengths for its relatively affordable price, but they come at the cost of seriously weak battery life, which will be a deal breaker for many.

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Gamers should be ditching Windows for SteamOS — here's why

By Stevie Bonifield published 28 May 25

Tests on the Lenovo Legion Go S just revealed huge advantages SteamOS has over Windows, proving it's finally time for gamers to leave Windows behind.

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9 Memorial Day gaming deals you don't want to miss: Save hundreds on gaming gear and score a free copy of DOOM!

By Stevie Bonifield published 26 May 25

We found the best Memorial Day deals on gaming gear so you can save on gaming laptops, accessories, and more!

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This app outsmarted Windows 11's most "dangerous" feature — here's how

By Stevie Bonifield published 25 May 25

A private messaging app just blocked Microsoft Recall from using AI to screenshot your private texts. Here's what Windows 11 users should know.

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The Asus NUC 14 Pro has a mini chassis but a big price: Save money with these top 3 affordable mini PCs

By Stevie Bonifield published 23 May 25

The Asus NUC 14 Pro might not be the best mini PC for your money, but there are a few great alternatives that offer more performance at a lower price. These are the top three.

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The Asus NUC 14 Pro mini PC is compact in the ways that matter, but with a critical compromise

By Stevie Bonifield published 23 May 25

The Asus NUC 14 Pro is a solid mini PC, but the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H configuration offers disappointing performance for the price, especially compared with less expensive alternatives.

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Legendary Apple designer has been tasked with the impossible — what is OpenAI and Jony Ive's next move?

By Stevie Bonifield published 23 May 25

Apple's most iconic designer is teaming up with OpenAI. Can they flip the script on AI gadgets that have so far been a string of flops? Here's what we know.

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Fortnite returns to iPhone — and this mobile controller is the only way to play it

By Stevie Bonifield published 21 May 25

This controller is so good for mobile gaming, it feels like cheating. It's also the perfect companion for playing Fortnite on iOS after its return to the App Store.

'It’s just collecting dust': One year later, Apple Vision Pro users wonder if they wasted their money.

By Stevie Bonifield published 19 May 25

A year after launch, Vision Pro buyers are voicing regret — and warning you not to buy one. Where did the Vision Pro go wrong? It's more complicated than you think.

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"See you on May 20": Is this Google I/O promo a sneak peek at Android smart glasses?

By Stevie Bonifield published 15 May 25

Google may have just given us the biggest hint yet at its rumored Android-powered smart glasses. Here's what we know, and one key way Google could stand out.

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Microsoft just fixed a 9-month-old Windows bug, which is why it's the perfect time to try Linux

By Stevie Bonifield published 15 May 25

A recent Windows 11 update finally fixed a bug from nearly a year ago. It's the perfect reason to finally try Linux instead.

Valve updates "Deck Verified" program with SteamOS compatibility — what's the difference?

By Stevie Bonifield published 15 May 25

A recent update to Valve's Deck Verified Program is making it easier for you to see if your games are compatible with SteamOS and Linux. Here's how it works.

89 million Steam accounts could be at risk after a third-party data breach. Here's how to protect your account.

By Stevie Bonifield published 14 May 25

A May 10 data breach could leave Steam users' accounts vulnerable. Here's what gamers should know and how to protect your account.

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A potential pain with the iPhone 17 Air could be fixed with AI: report

By Stevie Bonifield published 13 May 25

Apple is reportedly developing an iOS 19 feature that will use AI to optimize battery life based on usage patterns. This might solve Apple's biggest problem.

Snag a new gaming rig under $1,000 with 3 deals on Acer and MSI gaming laptops

By Stevie Bonifield published 12 May 25

Newegg is slashing hundreds off a few top gaming laptops

Details on Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge will get Unpacked at its "Beyond slim" event

By Stevie Bonifield published 12 May 25

Looks like the iPhone 17 Air will be late to the slim phones party

Close-up photograph of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses camera.

Looks like Apple isn't giving up on smart glasses after all

By Stevie Bonifield published 9 May 25

Apple is once again late to the party, but there's one way it could still succeed with smart glasses

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After dozens of hours testing, here are my picks for the 4 best gaming headsets in 2025.

By Stevie Bonifield published 8 May 25

These are the best gaming headsets in 2025, tested and reviewed by our experts to find the top gaming audio experience for you.

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Qualcomm's Computex event is all about AI. Is that a mistake?

By Stevie Bonifield published 8 May 25

As Qualcomm gears up for its big Computex keynote, it may be putting its focus in the wrong place, overlooking the star feature that makes Snapdragon-powered laptops great.