Phillip Tracy
Phillip Tracy is the assistant managing editor at Laptop Mag where he reviews laptops, phones and other gadgets while covering the latest industry news. Previously, he was a Senior Writer at Tom's Guide and has also been a tech reporter at the Daily Dot. There, he wrote reviews for a range of gadgets and covered everything from social media trends to cybersecurity. Prior to that, he wrote for RCR Wireless News covering 5G and IoT. When he's not tinkering with devices, you can find Phillip playing video games, reading, traveling or watching soccer.
Latest articles by Phillip Tracy
Best food and cooking shows on Netflix
By Henry T. Casey published
Time to chow down on great shows about food that center around cooking, competition and travel.
Asus, Dell and Lenovo laptops are overheating, thanks to this Windows flaw
By Phillip Tracy published
Microsoft's Modern Standby mode is reportedly causing Asus, Dell and Lenovo laptops to reach soaring temperatures.
Nearly all ThinkPads have defective USB-C ports: What to do now
By Phillip Tracy published
Almost all of Lenovo's ThinkPad laptops suffer from USB-C failures, but there's driver and firmware you can download.
Microsoft is forcing Bing on business customers — and they're pissed
By Phillip Tracy published
Microsoft is pushing a Chrome extension onto Office 365 ProPlus customers that forces them to use the Bing browser.
250 million Microsoft customer records exposed online
By Phillip Tracy published
A database with 250 million Microsoft customer-support logs was exposed online, creating an opportunity for tech-support scammers.
How to Update Google Chrome on iOS, Android, Mac and Windows
By Phillip Tracy published
Here is a simple guide on how to update the Chrome web browser on Mac, Windows, Android and iOS.
Chrome Debuts ‘Heavy Ad’ Blocker: What You Need to Know
By Phillip Tracy published
Google is testing a feature that blocks 'heavy' ads from displaying in its Chrome web browser.
Fortnite Chapter 2 Weapons, Ranked Best to Worst
By Phillip Tracy published
Fortnite Chapter 2 has arrived with a new set of weapons. Here is a tiered ranking of all the latest weapons so you know what to loot.
Chrome 78 Forces Dark Mode on Any Website, And You Can Try It Now
By Phillip Tracy published
Google released Chrome 78, which introduces an experimental version of Forced Dark Mode, a feature that enables Dark Mode on every website.
Windows 10 Update Causes 'Blue Screen of Death:' What to Do
By Phillip Tracy published
Microsoft's latest Windows 10 update (KB4517389) causes 'Blue Screen of Death' system crashes. Here's what to do if you run into this issue.
Fortnite Chapter 2 Map Guide: The Best and Worst Landing Spots
By Phillip Tracy published
Fortnite Chapter 2 brings us a brand new map. Here is a description of all the new locations and advice on whether or not to land there.
The $299 Samsung Chromebook 4+ Makes Windows Laptops Look Overpriced
By Phillip Tracy published
With a sleek design,15-inch display and easy-to-use Chrome OS, Samsung's Chromebook 4+ is the good-enough laptop for the masses.
LG 38GL950G UltraGear Gaming Monitor Review
By Phillip Tracy published
LG's 38GL950 is a gorgeous 38-inch curved gaming monitor with a QHD+ resolution, 1-millisecond response time and 144Hz refresh rate.
Surface Earbuds Hands-on Review: Look Weird, Feel Great
By Phillip Tracy published
Not yet ratedThe Surface Earbuds beat the AirPods on battery life and features, but the look may turn some off
10 Essential FIFA 20 Tips for New and Returning Players
By Phillip Tracy published
FIFA has arrived and there are plenty of reasons to start playing. But first, here are 10 tips you’ll want to know before taking the pitch.
FIFA 20 Review: Volta Is a Revelation
By Phillip Tracy published
Volta is a brilliant addition to FIFA and the gameplay is better than ever, but a few own goals hold FIFA 20 back from greatness.
How to Live Stream Real Madrid vs PSG: Champions League (UCL) Match
By Phillip Tracy published
Want to watch the action at the Parc des Princes? Here's our guide for how to live stream Real Madrid vs PSG in the first round of the 2019 Champions League.
Is NBA 2K20 Really As Bad as Players Are Saying?
By Phillip Tracy published
NBA 2K20 has arrived, but players aren't happy with the new game. Here's a look at its issues and whether you should still buy it.
8 Essential NBA 2K20 Tips to Up Your Game on the Court
By Phillip Tracy published
NBA 2K20 has arrived, which means it's time to lace up your shoes and take to the courts. Here are 2K20 tips you need to know before tip-off.
TicWatch Pro 4G/LTE review
By Phillip Tracy published
Mobvoi's TicWatch Pro 4G/LTE improves upon its predecessor with faster performance and 4G connectivity, but problems remain.
Microsoft Investigating Surface Battery Drain Issues
By Phillip Tracy published
A big battery problem
Lenovo Security Flaw Could Affect Millions: What to Do Now
By Phillip Tracy published
A flaw in Lenovo's Solution Center program could put millions of older Lenovo laptops at risk. Here's how to secure your PC.
Bad News for Windows: Dell and Google Launch Chromebooks for Enterprise
By Phillip Tracy published
Dell's Latitude 5400 Chromebook Enterprise and Latitude 5300 2-in-1 Chromebook Enterprise are the first laptops under a new partnership with Google.
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