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Vlad Phigod

Tech editor (Hardware & Systems)

A web engineer and long-time PC gamer focused on how hardware and software behave in real-world conditions. Covers CPUs, GPUs, operating systems, AI tools, and games through hands-on testing, performance analysis, and system-level research.

Expertise: PC hardware, operating systems, performance analysis, gaming technology, AI tools, browser and system behavior

Number of articles: 55

Joined: January, 2026

Latest Posts from Vlad Phigod

Thunderobot Mix Pro II
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Thunderobot Mix Pro II — mini-PC for local AI

Thunderobot’s Mix Pro II is an ultra-compact mini PC designed for local AI workloads, combining Intel Core Ultra processors with a 0.9-liter chassis and modern…

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ASUS ROG Azoth 96 HE
Author: Vlad Phigod,
This ASUS gaming keyboard is almost perfect until you see the price

The ASUS ROG Azoth 96 HE delivers cutting-edge Hall-effect switches and ultra-fast performance, but its premium price makes it hard to justify for most gamers.

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best graphics cards February 2026
Author: Vlad Phigod,
The GPUs that are actually worth buying in 2026

Tom’s Hardware has published its updated list of the best graphics cards for February 2026, ranking eight GPUs based on performance and overall value.

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Smartphone with Direct Starlink connectivity
Author: Vlad Phigod,
SpaceX may be building a Smartphone that works without cell towers

SpaceX could be building a smartphone that skips cellular networks entirely and connects straight to Starlink satellites, according to a new Reuters report.

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Siri powered by Google Gemini
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Apple is finally giving Siri a real AI upgrade powered by Google Gemini

After months with little concrete information, Apple’s long-promised Siri overhaul now appears to be nearing release. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple plans to ship…

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iPhone 17e willaAdd MagSafe and keep the $599 Price
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Apple’s cheapest iPhone is gains MagSafe — without a price increase

Apple may finally bring MagSafe to its cheapest iPhone. The iPhone 17e is expected to launch with the A19 chip, familiar design, and the same…

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iphone 18 pro max release
Author: Vlad Phigod,
iPhone 18 Pro Max could get the biggest battery ever in an iPhone, leak claims

A supply-chain leak claims the iPhone 18 Pro Max could ship with Apple’s largest battery ever, potentially exceeding 5,000 mAh in global models.

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Fractal Design North Release
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Fractal Design defreshes North Cases with darker look and quieter cooling

Fractal Design has refreshed its North case lineup with Momentum Edition models, adding darker aesthetics, quieter cooling fans, and improved support for modern cable-management layouts.

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motherboards 2026 for upgrade
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Best Motherboards to buy in 2026 for gaming and upgrades

A practical 2026 motherboard guide for AMD and Intel systems, focusing on balanced gaming builds, platform longevity, and avoiding unnecessary overkill.

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Razer 1,337 units of Boomslang 20th Anniversary Edition
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Razer releases $1,337 Boomslang 20th Anniversary Edition

Razer celebrates its 20th anniversary with a limited Boomslang gaming mouse priced at $1,337, combining nostalgic design with modern high-end hardware.

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RTX 5000 Super
Author: Vlad Phigod,
NVIDIA scraps RTX 50 SUPER plans, pushes back RTX 60 GPUs

NVIDIA is reportedly abandoning plans to release GeForce RTX 50 SUPER graphics cards in 2026 and is also pushing back its next-generation RTX 60 lineup,…

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