Allisa James

Allisa James

Computing Staff Writer

Named by the CTA as a CES 2023 Media Trailblazer, Allisa is a Computing Staff Writer who covers breaking news and rumors in the computing industry, as well as reviews, hands-on previews, featured articles, and the latest deals and trends.


Before she delved into tech, she was a writer and editor in the gaming industry for several years, with bylines at DualShockers, Gampur, TheGamer, Uppercut, Tom's Guide, and much more. 


In her spare time you can find her chatting it up on her two podcasts, Megaten Marathon and Combo Chain, as well as playing any JRPGs she can get her hands on. She also loves to play and write about her favorite indie games, especially indie horror titles.

Articles by: Allisa James

How to set up your new gaming laptop

By Dom Reseigh-Lincoln last updated

Want to know how to set up your new gaming laptop? We'll guide you through the process.

A Seagate Firecuda SSD beneath a Lenovo Legion Go handheld on a wooden table

Seagate is releasing new SSD custom-made for gaming handhelds and Microsoft Surface devices

By Allisa James published

Seagate is launching a new SSD called the FireCuda 520N NVMe, which is made for gaming handhelds as well as Surface devices.

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Windows 11 is closing in on half a billion active users, blowing past Microsoft's expectations

By Allisa James published

According to a new report, Windows 11 has nearly reached 400 million active users, which has exceeded Microsoft's expectations for the OS.

best crossplay games: Horizon from Apex Legends slowly approaching a machine that glows with blue light

AMD's new anti-lag feature could mark you as a cheater in your favorite competitive shooter

By Allisa James published

AMD Radeon's Anti-Lag+ tool should be enhancing gameplay but instead, it could get you banned from some online competitive shooters.

MacBook Pro pre-order listing image on blue background

Sorry Apple fans, looks like we won't see an OLED MacBook Pro until 2026

By Allisa James published

According to another report, we have even more confirmation that getting an OLED MacBook Pro before 2026 is most likely a pipedream.

A person using a touchscreen Windows 11 laptop.

Microsoft is ending support for Windows 11 update 21H2, here's what you need to do next

By Allisa James published

Microsoft announced that it would be ending support for Windows 11 update 21H2, and that users will need to update to the latest weapon.

Wrestling with Emotions

Game Devs of Color Expo 2023 wrap-up: the best games from the show

By Allisa James published

Game Devs of Color Expo 2023 featured plenty of brand-new and returning titles, and these are all the best in class.

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Game Devs of Color Expo is a shining example of why devs should be able to tell their own stories

By Allisa James published

When marginalized people participate in game development and can express their own lived experiences, the results become much more authentic and heartfelt.

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When a game looks good on your gaming rig, this is the real reason why

By Allisa James published

The technical details that go into game designer can be complex and confusing, but it can also be far more fascinating than you'd think.

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Instagram and Facebook could soon get ad-free options in Europe – for a hefty price

By Allisa James published

A paid subscription may be the only way European users can protect their data from Meta's snooping, according to a new report.

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Apple secretly working on Google Search killer for 'years,' probably won't ever launch

By Allisa James published

Despite Apple having the tech and resources to create its own Google rival, it's never bothered to actually launch one.

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Google finally reveals the impressive Chromebook Plus or one of the industry's worst kept secrets

By Allisa James published

Google finally revealed what its Chromebook X project was about, which is actually a new selection called Chromebook Plus.

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Acer's Chromebook Plus 514 and 515 are great additions to the Chromebook Plus selection

By Allisa James published

Acer is launching its own Chromebook Plus models, the Chromebook Plus 514 and 515, which are shaping up to be great budget options for buyers.

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Reddit will now force targeted ads on everyone as the site becomes increasingly monetized

By Allisa James published

Reddit announced it would be removing user options to control how collected data is used by advertisers.

The Meta Quest 3 in action

How much more data can Meta collect? Probably a lot, thanks to the Meta Quest 3 and Ray-Ban smart glasses

By Allisa James published

Meta Connect 2023 introduced plenty of cool tech and tools, but how much data can Meta collect on you in the process?

Two people sat in a classroom in Solace State.

Game Devs of Color Expo 2023: where to watch the direct and game livestreams

By Allisa James published

Check out the direct and live streams from Game Devs of Color Expo 2023, a four-day event showcasing a variety of games from developers of color.

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Say goodbye to Google Podcasts, you’ll be forced to use YouTube Music by 2024

By Allisa James published

YouTube Music will be the new home for Google Podcasts app users in 2024, according to an announcement from Google.

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Acer launches a budget gaming laptop that you'll want to check out

By Allisa James published

Acer announced its new gaming laptop, the Acer Nitro V 15, which may be a great budget option for buyers who want solid performance at a reasonable price.

woman sitting at desk with foldable screen on table

LG's next-gen folding OLED screen for laptops is exactly what we've been waiting for

By Allisa James published

LG has announced that it's developing a new 17-inch foldable OLED for laptops, in addition to the 13.3-inch screens it already produces.

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Budget gamers get the boot with Razer's latest round of expensive gaming hardware

By Allisa James published

RazerCon introduced plenty of new products during its RazerCon presentation, but it mostly felt out of touch with reality.

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 group

How to watch the Microsoft Surface Event 2023

By Allisa James last updated

Microsoft is hosting its yearly live stream to announce its new Surface products, and we can tell you how to catch the show.

Eero Max 7

Amazon's new Wi-Fi 7-ready eero Max 7 mesh router has the super-fast internet you deserve

By Allisa James published

Amazon revealed its new Wi-Fi 7-ready mesh router, the eero Max 7, during its Big Devices event.

A stylized Intel Core processor in a futuristic motherboard

Intel claims its CPUs will match Apple's silicon performance by 2024, but I have my doubts

By Allisa James published

Intel's CEO has claimed that its CPUs will be able to match Apple's silicon for performance by 2024, but can they live up to that lofty promise?

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Apple A17 Pro is a match for Intel and AMD CPUs, and this is great news for Apple M3

By Allisa James published

Apple's A17 Pro was able to challenge Intel and AMD CPUs in a recent single-core Geekbench 6 benchmark test.

Lenovo Legion Go

Step aside ROG Ally, the Legion Go is the one true Steam Deck killer

By Allisa James published

If you're looking for a true rival and killer of Valve's Steam Deck, look past the ROG Ally and pay close attention to the Legion Go.

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