Hardware & Devices
Meta is reportedly gearing up to launch new smart glasses without a camera
Meta will soon unveil new camera-free smart glasses, according to The Information.
The Boox Palma 3 gets stylus support and a sleek redesign
Nearly two years after the last update to Boox's smartphone-sized black-and-white e-reader, the company announced the Palma 3 with a sleek redesign, new functionality, and a handf…
Canon's R8 II camera borrowed its styling from a classic SLR film camera
Though preoccupied with vlogging lately, Canon hasn't forgotten its full-frame photography market.
The EOS R8 Mark II is Canon’s lightest full-frame camera with stabilization
Canon announced the second-generation of its EOS R8 with a new retro-inspired redesign and the addition of in-body stabilization. That feature was one of the most notable omission…
Considering a Level 2 EV charger? How to know if you need one
Charging your EV from home is cheap and convenient, but knowing which type of charger will get the most out of your electric car can often be confusing.
Voters mostly don’t like AI and data centers, but neither party seems to have an edge
Poll data released Tuesday by the New York Times and Siena University confirms what we've already been seeing, and what politicians are responding to - AI and data centers are inc…
How to get Spotify's best audio quality
Spotify's default audio settings let you enjoy music wherever you go, but you're not always getting the best quality. A few tweaks can make all the difference.
How to manually update Android Auto (and what it might mean if you can't)
The Android Auto app lives in the Play Store, so start there if you want to update.
Are USB-C flash drives better than USB-A ones?
USB-A and USB-C flash drives both have their purposes. USB-C is increasingly common, but USB-A isn't going anywhere yet.
Microsoft will hold a Windows and Surface event on October 7
The event is focused on "Windows, NVIDIA RTX Spark, Surface, and the broader PC ecosystem," with Satya Nadella and Jensen Huang among the speakers.
Wired vs wireless speakers: What are the pros and cons?
Wired and wireless speakers each offer different trade-offs, advantages and disadvantages. Plus, what audio you put through them has a big effect.
Microsoft announces Windows and Surface event for October 7th
It's been more than two years since the last major Windows event, so Microsoft is heading to San Francisco next month to outline the future of Windows and Surface devices. At an e…
What if social media isn’t hurting kids?
Two years ago, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt released his New York Times bestseller The Anxious Generation. The book posits that the rise of social media and smartphone use i…
How to improve the audio quality on your iPhone
You can improve your iPhone's audio quality whether you're using the built-in speakers, headphones, or a speaker.
Kia’s electric van lineup is getting more interesting with reveal of PV7
You may not know it, but minivans are making a comeback in the US. Look around, and you'll start to notice an uptick in these breadboxes on wheels. Sales were up 21 percent in 202…
One of the best 3D printers for beginners is almost $100 off
If the high price tag of premium 3D printers have kept you from exploring the hobby, this deal is a great entry point. Elegoo has its Centauri Carbon 2 Combo on sale for $369, alm…
Google's latest Pixel drop will keep you more connected to your VIPs
Google has revealed the updates coming with the latest Pixel drop.
The safety and privacy concerns of storing your driver's license in a digital wallet
A digital driver's license kept in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet is convenient, but you should be aware of its implications on your privacy.
DOJ says companies used Binance to funnel $1.5 billion in crypto to Iran
Hardly the first time Binance has been a vector for illegal transfers of funds.
X-viewing services Nitter and XCancel shut down after threats of legal action
Press X to pay respects.
A Googlebook 'celebration' event is set for October 5
Preorders start September 21.
What is IMAX Enhanced and do you really need it?
IMAX has a certification for content you view at home as well as in the cinema.
Are older MacBooks still worth buying in 2026?
You'll probably want to avoid Intel-powered MacBooks, but Apple Silicon models are solid.
How The Oregon Trail became a generational icon
Whether you played it in the back of your classroom or on your computer at home, if you were a kid in the last 30 years you almost certainly grew up playing The Oregon Trail. On t…