Madeline Ricchiuto

Madeline Ricchiuto

Staff Writer

A former lab gremlin for Tom's Guide, Laptop Mag, Tom's Hardware, and Tech Radar; Madeline has escaped the labs to join Laptop Mag as a Staff Writer. With over a decade of experience writing about tech and gaming, she may actually know a thing or two. Sometimes. When she isn't writing about the latest laptops and AI software, Madeline likes to throw herself into the ocean as a PADI scuba diving instructor and underwater photography enthusiast.

Articles by: Madeline Ricchiuto

The AMD Ryzen and NVIDIA RTX stickers on the Acer Nitro 17

'You basically have to throw your computer away': Researchers explain AMD 'Sinkclose' vulnerability, but do you need to worry?

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

Researchers are warning that a major flaw in AMD processor firmware could give attackers access to deep control over a computer, leading to "unfixable" infections.

Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 review

How to overclock a GPU: Can you maximize your laptop's performance safely?

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

When you think of overclocking, you probably think of a custom-built PC, but you can in fact overclock a laptop. As long as you're careful.

Google Pixel 9 Pro renders based on leaked information

Forget the Pixel 9 Pro, this leak may get me to buy a discounted Pixel 8 Pro instead

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

The latest leaks for the Pixel 9 Pro show off a few new Google Gemini features and a camera update, which leaves us underwhelmed with the upcoming Google flagship phone.

Windows 11 End Task shortcut

This hidden Windows 11 taskbar trick lets you end tasks with two clicks — here's how

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

A recent Windows 11 update gives users a quicker, easier way to end tasks through the right-click taskbar menu.

Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail graphics comparison

I tested Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail on two gaming laptops and a PS5 — I was surprised by the results

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

Not even the RTX 4080? Seriously?

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (Gen 9)

I took the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i on a plane to work on my review... I regret everything

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

This one is my own fault. Thanks to a confluence of work obligations, I decided to take the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (Gen 9) with me on a trip to Los Angeles, and I have so many regrets.

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (Gen 9)

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (Gen 9) review: It’s a large and in-charge gaming machine

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

Editor's Choice

With powerful performance, smooth graphics, a stunning display, and loud speakers, the Legion Pro 7i has plenty to like, with a few shortcomings.

HP ZBook Studio 16 G10 workstation laptop

I edited my travel photos with the HP ZBook Studio 16 G10 and didn’t ever hear the fans kick on

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

The ZBook may be overkill for light Photoshop work, but sometimes that's the best way to get through a slew of edits

MacBook Air M2 in silver colorway against green background

This is not a drill! Save $200 on the Apple MacBook Air M2 at Amazon and Best Buy right now

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

The pre-Prime Day deal on the MacBook Air 13 M2 continues, with even more time at a record all-time low price.

Amazon eero Pro 6E

Act fast: the Amazon eero Pro 6E is at an all-time low price for Prime Day

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

It may not be the flashiest Prime Day deal, but this eero Pro 6E deal just might be the one you really need even if you don't know it.

Treblab Z7 Pro, Treblab Z2, Treblab X3 Pro headphones

Don't miss these 3 TREBLAB Prime Day headphone deals

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

If you're in search of quality audio on a budget this Prime Day, look no further. These three headphones by TREBLAB are on sale for 27 - 54% off, through tonight.

Samsung Galaxy S24 ultra in titanium gray colorway against green wooden background

I review tech for a living, and these three Samsung Prime Day phone deals can't be beat

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

Samsung fans looking for a new phone this Prime Day have plenty of reason to be happy, as the Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24 Plus, and A35 are all on major sale.

Acer Aspire Go 15 open on a green background with a "Laptop Act Fast" badge in the upper-right corner

Need a cheap laptop this Prime Day? These 4 laptops are under $300

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

If you're looking to pick up a laptop this Prime Day and want to stay on a budget, these are our top four picks.

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i

'Tarnished rejoice!' The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is just $1,299 during Best Buy's Prime Day alternative sale

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

As Amazon Prime Day and various Prime Day alternative sales continue, I've finally come across a gaming laptop deal that feels more than a little tempting. And it's not even an Amazon deal.

Samsung Galaxy S24 ultra in titanium gray colorway against green wooden background

This staggering Galaxy S24 Ultra Prime Day deal may get me to ditch my iPhone

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

This Prime Day, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has dropped to its lowest price ever.

iPad mini 6

This Prime Day iPad mini deal sent me into a swirling whirling vortex of nostalgia

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

At $359 this 4-star iPad Mini is a downright steal

The HP OmniBook X and HP Elitebook Ultra G1q in front of an abstract blue background

This long-lasting Copilot+ PC just dipped below $1,000 for the first time in Best Buy's Prime Day alternative sale

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

HP's new OmniBook X Copilot+ PC launched just last month, but we're already on our first sale for the AI laptop.

Beats Solo 4 headphones

You can't beat this Prime Day headphone deal: Beats Solo 4 now under $120

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

We're still in the early stages of Amazon Prime Day, but the Beats Solo 4 headset has already reached an all-new low price.

The HP EliteBook Ultra sitting on a light yellow wooden table with the background blurred.

I spent a day using Copilot+ on the HP EliteBook Ultra, and it drove me crazy

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

I spent an entire day using the various Copilot+ AI programs available on the HP EliteBook Ultra in order to solve one of my main questions surrounding the new AI PCs: Are they worth it?

Open AI's chatbot ChatGPT logo on green background

A year ago today, OpenAI launched a bold four-year plan that didn't even last a year

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

A four-year plan to boldly go where no AI had been before, now consigned to history

HP ZBook Studio 16 G10 workstation laptop

HP ZBook Studio 16 G10 review: It’s perfect. It’s also as expensive as a decent used car.

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

Editor's Choice

It’s everything you need in a workstation, if you can afford it

Intel Lunar Lake CPU held by CEO Patrick P. Gelsinger

Intel's newest chiplet design could revolutionize AI computing — again

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

Intel has a brand new chiplet design that could end up revolutionizing AI computing in the near future.

HP EliteBook Ultra vs Apple MacBook Pro 14 M3

HP EliteBook Ultra vs Apple MacBook Pro 14: which is better for business?

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

Like many of the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite laptops, HP targeted the Apple MacBook Pro 14 as a competitor for the HP EliteBook Ultra. So how does the HP stack up in a direct head-to-head?

NPC as seen in demo for Nvidia NPC AI technology. Man seated in a chair looking at the camera.

If you could ask an NPC anything, would you? Nvidia Ace intends to give life to the non-player character

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

Nvidia Ace is a tech demo of Nvidia's RTX AI capabilities taken to the extreme. Nvidia has shown off two different versions of the Ace tech demo, one built with InWorld and the other with Convai.

HP EliteBook Ultra G1q Copilot+ PC

HP EliteBook Ultra review: It makes a good case for ARM business laptops

By Madeline Ricchiuto published

The EliteBook Ultra offers fast performance, impressive battery life, and a vibrant display.

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