Cale Hunt
Cale Hunt brings to Windows Central more than eight years of experience writing about laptops, PCs, accessories, games, and beyond. If it runs Windows or in some way complements the hardware, there’s a good chance he knows about it, has written about it, or is already busy testing it.
Cale has published hundreds of reviews on Windows Central, and he has a clear understanding of what separates worthwhile products from those that are best avoided.
This allows him to efficiently curate buying guides and product advice, giving readers a no-nonsense look at the options that will best suit their needs.
When he isn’t in his office writing, tinkering with tech, or gaming, Cale enjoys playing acoustic guitar (he’s a sucker for Bluegrass music), reading novels, tending the garden, and providing his two cats some much-needed attention.
Latest articles by Cale Hunt
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 7) vs. X1 Yoga (Gen 6)
By Cale Hunt published
The new ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 7) was announced at CES 2022, and it's set to bump out the older X1 Yoga (Gen 6) in March. But is it worth upgrading? We compare the two models.
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 Hub review: A compact, well-built hub for those who need nothing but Thunderbolt
By Cale Hunt published
Plugable's Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 Hub provides up to 60W of host charging power and three downstream TB4 ports to expand your workstation.
Vissles V84 review: A customizable wireless mechanical keyboard with great hardware, iffy software
By Cale Hunt published
Compact mechanical keyboards are becoming more and more popular, and the Vissles V84 aims to deliver a customizable but affordable package with comfortable typing and generous modability.
HP's new Pavilion Plus 14 is the thinnest yet, with OLED display and discrete GPUs
By Cale Hunt published
HP's affordable new Pavilion Plus 14 is designed for easy entertainment with a side of potent productivity. It's expected later this month.
How to use Telegram and Signal on your PC
By Cale Hunt last updated
Telegram and Signal are two top messenger apps that keep your privacy on a pedestal. Each has a well-tuned phone app, but you can also get apps for PC. Here's how to get everything set up.
Which Lenovo Yoga laptop should you buy?
By Cale Hunt published
Lenovo's Yoga lineup extends beyond its own borders, influencing ThinkPads and ThinkBooks as well. Here's a rundown of all the Yoga laptops and some buying advice to help you get the right one.
Why Diablo II is still my favorite action RPG 20 years later
By Cale Hunt last updated
Happy Birthday to everyone's favorite ARPG.
Age of Empires 4 developer interview: On unique new Hands on History feature, new strategy, and more
By Cale Hunt last updated
Gamescom 2021 brought us a bunch of new details about Age of Empires 4. I sat down with two head developers to get a deeper understanding of what we can expect when the game launches on Oct. 28.
Rechargeable batteries vs. throwaway batteries: What you need to know
By Cale Hunt last updated
Disposable batteries are less of a hit on the wallet (at least to start) but a bigger hit to the planet. Here are some things to think about next time you need to power your electronics.
HP’s refreshed Envy x360 convertibles focus on easy collaboration with new cameras, helpful software, and powerful Intel or AMD CPUs
By Cale Hunt published
HP's affordable Envy x360 convertible laptops make it easier than ever to collaborate, while also offering up multiple display sizes and aspect ratios to suit your needs.
Acer's new 14-inch Swift 3 OLED is a mix of mobility, power, and impressive 2.8K HDR display
By Cale Hunt published
Acer just added an OLED version of its Swift 3, complete with 12th Gen Intel H-series CPUs, Intel Evo certification, and more.
Acer's fresh Triton 300 SE gaming laptops have Intel's 12th Gen Core CPUs and NVIDIA RTX 30-series Laptop GPUs
By Cale Hunt published
Acer pads its gaming laptop lineup with a new 16-inch Triton 300 SE and a refreshed 14-inch Triton 300 SE available in two different designs.
Acer goes big on business with six new TravelMate P4 and Spin P4 laptops using Intel and AMD CPUs
By Cale Hunt published
Acer makes it easy to decide on a new business laptop with 14- and 16-inch TravelMate P4 PCs with Intel or AMD hardware, as well as 14-inch TravelMate Spin P4 laptops with the same options.
Acer's new Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition laptop gives more than 50 games a 3D stereoscopic view
By Cale Hunt published
Getting tired of gaming in 2D? The Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition has a special display and built-in app that offers a 3D stereoscopic experience in more than 50 games.
HP's new Omen 16 gaming laptops get up to a 36% boost to CPU performance thanks to an upgraded cooling system
By Cale Hunt published
HP today announced refreshed Omen 16 gaming laptops for 2022. They're available with Intel or AMD CPUs, as well as AMD and NVIDIA GPUs.
How to fix Bluetooth audio bug in Windows 10 May 2019 Update
By Cale Hunt last updated
Windows 10 update KB4505903 may be causing issues with Bluetooth audio. Check out this workaround fix until the problem is officially dealt with.
How to disable the Xbox Game Bar and Game DVR in Windows 10
By Cale Hunt last updated
The Xbox Game Bar is a great tool for Windows 10 gamers, but it can be disabled if you don't plan on using your PC for games.
How to use multiple desktops in Windows 10
By Cale Hunt last updated
Multiple desktops are a great way to multitask and keep projects separate if you don't have multiple physical monitors.
How to fix search problems in Windows 10
By Cale Hunt last updated
Search on Windows 10 refuses to work? Here are six sets of instructions to resolve the most common problems with the Windows Search feature.
How to fix broken Google search in the Chromium version of Microsoft Edge
By Cale Hunt last updated
Having address bar search issues with Google set as your default search engine in the Chromium version of Microsoft Edge? Here's a quick fix.
Intel Evo laptops: What you need to know about the latest Ultrabook platform brand
By Cale Hunt last updated
Intel's Evo platform has now moved into a third edition with the release of 12th Gen Intel Core mobile CPUs. Here's everything you need to know about the platform, past and present.
Lenovo's new ThinkPad P16 (Gen 1) mobile workstation goes all-out with Intel HX-series CPUs, UHD+ OLED display, 4G LTE
By Cale Hunt published
Lenovo unveiled the new ThinkPad P16 (Gen 1) today. It's a mobile workstation with Intel's 12th Gen HX-series CPUs and high-end 16-inch displays, ideal for professionals on the move.