**AnandTech shuts down after 27 years** – After nearly three decades of providing in-depth reviews and analysis on computer hardware, AnandTech has announced its closure. Founded in 1997 by Anand Lal Shimpi, the site was renowned for its comprehensive reviews of motherboards, processors, and other components, making it a valuable resource for hardware enthusiasts and professionals. The decision to shut down was described as a financial one made by its parent company, Future PLC. Despite the closure, the site’s archives will be maintained indefinitely, and the active forums will continue to be moderated by the community team. The site’s final Editor-in-Chief, Ryan Smith, reflected on the changing landscape of technology journalism, noting the shift away from quality, in-depth analysis towards sensationalism and clickbait, a trend AnandTech had consistently resisted.