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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

Problematic Windows 11 update, January 2026
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Microsoft’s Black January was more than a bad update

Microsoft’s January exposed cracks across its ecosystem. Windows 11 updates broke core features, cloud services suffered extended outages, and a BitLocker encryption case raised uncomfortable…

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Personal AI assistant - Clawdbot
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Clawdbot is gaining attention as a Local, Open-Source AI Assistant with deep integrations

A new open-source project called Clawdbot is gaining traction online. Unlike typical AI assistants, it runs locally or on a private server, connects to multiple…

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Intel Core Ultra X benchmarks
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Intel Core Ultra X benchmarks are in – here’s what the new CPUs can actually do

The first large-scale benchmarks of Intel Core Ultra X processors are live - and they finally show what Intel’s new top-tier mobile chips are capable…

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GTA VI screenshot
Author: Vlad Phigod,
GTA 6 Trailer rumors explode after Rockstar update – What we know so far

A routine Rockstar Games update unexpectedly reignited hype around GTA 6. Fans are now convinced a third trailer is imminent - but the reality is…

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AMD and Nvidia gpus prices Q1 2026
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Most NVIDIA and AMD GPUs are now cheaper than launch

After years of inflated prices, the GPU market is quietly correcting itself. Most modern NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards are now selling below their original…

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RAM upgrade cost 2026
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Why RAM prices have exploded and whether relief is coming

Upgrading a PC has quietly become far more expensive. RAM prices have surged at an unprecedented pace, and experts warn this may not be a…

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Ryzen 7 9850X3D
Author: Vlad Phigod,
AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D: What gamers need to know about the $499 launch

AMD’s Ryzen 7 9850X3D launches January 29 for $499, offering higher boost clocks and second-gen 3D V-Cache, positioning it as a faster successor to the…

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Cooler Master Hyper 612 APEX Pro air cooler
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Cooler Master launches Hyper 612 APEX Pro Air CPU cooler, starting at 55$

The Cooler Master Hyper 612 APEX Pro is a refreshed air CPU cooler featuring upgraded Mobius fans, six third-gen heat pipes, and a premium magnetic…

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Mini PC RTX 4060 Level
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Sixunited AXB88: A 1.2-liter Mini PC packing 16 Cores and RTX-class iGPU muscle

The Sixunited AXB88 is a 1.2-liter mini PC that squeezes a 16-core Ryzen AI Max processor and RTX-4060-class integrated graphics into an ultra-compact design, with…

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Bravia cloud console gaming
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Sony Bravia lets you game without a PlayStation

Sony Bravia smart TVs now support PS Remote Play, letting you stream PS4 and PS5 games to your TV without connecting the console directly. Here’s…

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Keychron Q0 HE
Author: Vlad Phigod,
Keychron Q0 HE: A magnetic-switch numpad built for precision and control

Keychron’s Q0 HE is a compact, all-metal numeric keypad built around Hall Effect magnetic switches, offering adjustable actuation, rapid response, and deep customization for productivity-focused…

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