Articles by Madeline Ricchiuto, Staff Writer

A former lab gremlin for Tom's Guide, Laptop Mag, Tom's Hardware, and TechRadar; 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

Alienware AW2725QF Dual-Resolution Gaming Monitor

Alienware debuts a gaming monitor that solves one very frustrating problem for gamers

By Madeline Ricchiuto published 15 August 24

Alienware revealed the new 27-inch monitor today at Gamescom, an annual video game exposition in Cologne, Germany.

Google's Pixel Watch 3 looks better than ever: 5 features that may convince you to upgrade

By Madeline Ricchiuto published 13 August 24

If you've ever wanted a large smartwatch that will not only track your runs but also let you change channels on your TV, the Google Pixel Watch 3 is the answer.

Targus ErgoFlip EcoSmart Mouse review: A near-perfect all-use mouse with an eco-friendly ergonomic design

By Madeline Ricchiuto published 11 August 24

Editor's Choice

It's hard to argue with high-level performance and sustainability

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 9 August 24

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.

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

By Madeline Ricchiuto published 8 August 24

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 7 August 24

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.

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

By Madeline Ricchiuto published 30 July 24

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 21 July 24

Not even the RTX 4080? Seriously?

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

By Madeline Ricchiuto published 20 July 24

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) review: It’s a large and in-charge gaming machine

By Madeline Ricchiuto published 19 July 24

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 18 July 24

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