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How We Test Digital Cameras and Lenses
Learn about the speed, image quality, and general performance tests we run on every digital camera and lens we review.
Why Windows 11 (Still) Isn't Ready for Antivirus Software Tests
Updating our security testbeds is a massive undertaking. We explain what goes into the decision of making the move to Windows 11 for our hands-on testing of antivirus apps.
How We Test Robot Vacuums
Here at PCMag, we subject every robot vacuum (and mop) we review to a demanding and consistent series of tests to determine which models are worth your money.
Readers' Choice and Business Choice Surveys: Methodology
Learn exactly how the Readers' Choice and Business Choice surveys work in this explainer.
How We Test Proxies
Proxies are simple, affordable tools for protecting your online privacy and unlocking content from abroad. We explain how we put them to the test to determine which proxy service is the best.
How We Test Password Managers
We test and rate password managers annually to determine the best value for keeping your credentials safe. Here we share our methodology and criteria.
How We Collect Malware for Hands-On Antivirus Testing
We wouldn't recommend a car without first getting behind the wheel, and we can't rate antivirus software without testing it. Here's how we get the malware we need to do our real-world tests.
How We Test Antivirus and Security Software
Which security products do the best job keeping you and your computer safe? To find out, we put them to the test.
How We Test SSDs
Our benchmark suite puts internal and external solid-state drives to the ultimate test. Here's how PC Labs runs and reports its SSD benchmarks, and what they mean to you.
How We Test Phones
We use a stringent set of repeatable tests to analyze the mobile phones we review, taking into account battery life, call quality, multimedia capabilities, reception, and more.
How We Test TVs
Shopping for a new television? Reading our TV reviews is the best way to be sure you're making the right buying decision. Here's an in-depth look at how our industry-certified home theater expert tests TVs in PC Labs.
How We Test VR Headsets
Curious about virtual reality? From PC-tethered systems to standalone headsets, this is how we test VR tech in the PCMag Labs.
How We Test Headphones
Here's how we test earphones and headphones to help you find the perfect pair.
How We Test Speakers
Sure, sound is subjective, but we still put all of the speakers we review through a defined set of tests. Check out our audio testing regimen.
How We Test Cellular Modems and Hotspots
With widespread network coverage and fast data speeds, mobile cellular modems and hotspots are connecting more people than ever. Here's how we test the modems and hotspots we review.
How We Test Tablets
We test dozens of tablets in PC Labs. Here's how we put them through their paces to determine the top performers.
How We Test Drones
We do a lot of product testing in the friendly confines of PC Labs, but drones call for wide open spaces, so we take them out in the real world for test flights. Here's what we look for.
How We Test Smart Home Devices
We install and test more than 100 smart devices in our own homes each year to determine their ease of use, reliability, and performance to help you choose the best ones for your budget.
How We Test Bluetooth Headsets
We've developed many tests to make sure Bluetooth headsets stand up to real-world conditions. These include analyzing call quality, connectivity, range, and battery life.
