Darragh Murphy
Darragh is Tom’s Guide’s Computing Editor and is fascinated by all things bizarre in tech. This usually leads to assorted coverage varying from washing machines designed for earbuds to the wild world of laptops. Whether it's connecting Scar from The Lion King to two-factor authentication or turning his love for laptops into a fabricated rap battle from 8 Mile, he believes there’s always a quirky spin to be made.Darragh has previously been an Editor for Laptop Mag and a News Editor for Time Out Dubai, where he also headed the gaming and tech section. His work can be seen in Mashable, Android Police, Shortlist Dubai, Proton, theBit.nz, ReviewsFire and more. While laptops are his bread and butter, he’s also reviewed smartphones, monitors, speakers, docking stations and VPNs. He’s covered IFA, MWC Barcelona, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and more.When he's not checking out the latest devices and all things computing, he can be found going for dreaded long runs, watching terrible shark movies, and trying to find time to game.
Latest articles by Darragh Murphy
Microsoft tipped to launch new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop this spring — with Snapdragon X
By Darragh Murphy published
Microsoft is set to launch a new Surface Pro 2-in-1 and Surface Laptop this spring, according to a new report, and they're tipped to deliver Snapdragon X power.
Nvidia RTX 5090 custom GPU prices leak — the cost is what we all feared
By Darragh Murphy published
Nvidia RTX 50-series cusotm GPU prices have leaked, and you could be paying as much as $2,799 for an RTX 5090.
The best Xbox Series X games in 2025 — our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The Xbox Series X number of exclusives isn't huge, but these are the best games you can play on Microsoft's high-end console right now.
The best PS5 headsets in 2025 — here's our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
From budget wired models to top-tier peripherals with crystal-clear mics, these are the best headsets for PS5 right now.
Wow! The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x with a 3K OLED display hits record-low price
By Darragh Murphy published
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x now has an incredible $450 price cut at Best Buy, and its one of the most beautiful laptops we ever tested.
Forget a mouse — Chromebooks can now be controlled with your face
By Darragh Murphy published
Google is adding a range of new education-focused and accessibility features on ChromeOS, and it includes the ability to control a Chromebook with your face.
The best Xbox headsets in 2025 — here's our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
We tested the best Xbox headsets for every budget to help you get the best audio while playing your favorite games on the console.
No, not Orion — Meta's first 'real' AR glasses tipped to debut in 2027
By Darragh Murphy published
Meta is reportedly working on its first "real" AR glasses, with "Artemis" tipped to make its debut in 2027.
The best fight sticks in 2025: our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Looking to reach the top of the ranks in your favorite arcade-style fighting game? Look no further than our pick of the best fight sticks.
Act fast! iPad 10th Gen just got a huge $50 price drop — but only in these two colors
By Darragh Murphy published
Apple's iPad 10th Gen is $50 off right now, meaning you save big on one of the best tablets on the market right now.
Apple's MacBook Air OLED may be delayed until 2029 — thanks to the iPad Pro M4!
By Darragh Murphy published
Apple is reportedly delaying the launch of its rumored MacBook Air OLED until 2029, and it's all due to falling short on iPad Pro sales.
This Dell XPS 13 is $500 off in unbeatable deal — here's why it's the best Windows laptop to get right now
By Darragh Murphy published
Right now, the Dell XPS 13 with Snapdragon X Elite is down to an incredibly low price, meaning you can save $500 with fantastic laptop.
Microsoft is bringing big upgrades to Windows Search for Copilot+ PCs — here's what we know
By Darragh Murphy published
Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 AI search feature, but it only works on "Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs."
RTX 5070 gaming laptops will be my new gold standard — here's why
By Darragh Murphy published
Nvidia RTX 50 series laptop GPUs will make high-quality gaming easier to access, and it starts with the RTX 5070.
Asus ROG VR gaming headset could be first to get Meta Horizon OS
By Darragh Murphy published
Asus ROG VR gaming headset is set to be the first third-party headset to come with Meta Horizon OS, according to a new leak.
Microsoft 365 gets massive 45% price hike — and it's all to do with AI tools
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Microsoft is delivering a 45% price hike to 356 subscriptions, and it's all to allow users to "access powerful AI features in our apps" with Copilot.
The Nintendo Switch 2 just offered the best gaming feature — here's why I'm getting one
By Darragh Murphy published
The Nintendo Switch 2 is finally official, and it's already boasting one of my favourite features I want to see in next-gen consoles: backwards compatability.
Microsoft 365 apps are officially dying on Windows 10 — here's what we know
By Darragh Murphy published
Microsoft is officially calling it quits on Windows 10 in 2025, and it's ending support for Office apps on the OS — but not entirely.
The best webcams in 2025 — tested and rated
By Jason England, Darragh Murphy last updated
Here are the best webcams you can buy, based on our hands-on testing and review of the best models from Logitech, Anker, Insta360 and more.
This RTX 4070 desktop is so cheap, it'll make you forget all about RTX 50-series
By Darragh Murphy published
The Nvidia RTX-50 series may be here but this price cut on an RTX 4070 desktop is an epic deal for PC gamers.
Act fast! Alienware m16 with RTX 4080 is $560 off in huge Best Buy clearance sale
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The Alienware m16 with an RTX 4080 is now $560 off thanks to Best Buy's clearance sale, and it also comes packed with a 240Hz QHD+ display.
The best budget laptops in 2025: our top picks
By Jason England, Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best budget laptops on the market, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.
Meta Quest 3S is down to a new low price — and it comes with Batman: Arkham Shadow for free
By Darragh Murphy published
Right now, the Meta Quest 3S is down by $50, and it comes with Batman: Arkham Shadows for free and a 3-month Quest+ subscription.
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