Hardware & Devices
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale returns in October
Expect big discounts on Amazon's own products, of course.
Refurbished vs. pre-owned phones: What's the difference and which is better?
Pre-owned and refurbished devices have various quality standards across marketplaces, so understanding what you're getting is critical.
Vintage Violence is an absurdist crime thriller for phone addicts
There are a lot of movies that have tried to seamlessly integrate modern tech - text messages, livestreams, etc. - into their storytelling. Some of the most novel attempts have be…
The biggest issues with delivery robots are exactly what you'd think
Too often, delivery robots just don't understand the rules of the road (or sidewalk).
GM finds splitscreen solution for CarPlay and Android Auto
That should keep these infotainment systems from hogging all the important screen real estate.
Meta adds new subscription tiers for businesses, creators and 'AI power users'
The company's Meta One plans range from $2.99/month to $499/month.
You should probably have the "Improve Siri & Dictation" setting off — here's why
Apple used anonymized voice data to improve its products, but you might not want to contribute to this even with its privacy methods in place.
Meta’s new One subscriptions put a price on social media and AI
Shortly after launching its new do-everything AI assistant Muse, Meta's launching subscription bundles that pair its standalone app subscriptions with extra AI usage. Some of the …
Now Light’s minimalist phone can easily call an Uber
More than a decade after its Kickstarter proposed a "cell phone designed to be used as little as possible," Light is adding a direct connection to Uber and Lyft with a new Ridesha…
This is a great place to store your old hard drives and keep them safe
Old hard drives can store backed-up data or be saved for future use, but where you keep them and how you store them matters a lot.
Fujifilm’s Instax Pal 2 is a tiny digital camera that may not disappoint
Fujifilm announced a follow-up to its tiny and quirky Instax Pal camera that debuted three years ago bundled with an instant printer. While the original Pal was a palm-sized camer…
What is a VPN kill switch and how does it work?
A VPN offers increased privacy, but won't do you much good if the connection drops. Kill switches ensure you're always using a VPN when it matters.
This doorbell camera lets a human security guard watch your front door
DIY home security company SimpliSafe is bringing its AI-powered proactive security feature to the front door. The new SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Series 2 launches today for $199.99…
Eyeing a curved monitor? Here are the pros and cons to consider
Curved monitors are fabulous for immersive gaming, usually, but there are some situations where a flat panel is best.
MediaTek is using TSMC's cutting edge 2nm process for its latest chip
You may not hear much about MediaTek these days, but it's still going strong.
The premium AirPods 5 are the best open-ear earbuds Apple has made
It's almost a guarantee that the new version of a product will be, at best, the same price as the old one, and often (especially in the past couple years) more expensive. But that…
Voicemod’s new pocket-friendly device brings real-time voice changing to your phone
Voicemod announced a new mobile device that expands the capabilities of the Voicemod Key dongle it launched in late 2024 as a way to bring the company's real-time voice changing t…
Yamaha introduces the compact B200A soundbar with Dolby Atmos
This tiny soundbar has few frills for $250, but still supports Atmos audio.
Uber expands options for riders with seniors accounts
The changes offer more independence and requests for easy vehicle entry.
Spotify can now exclude your kids' music taste from recommendations
Will this mark the end of Disney songs popping up in your Daily Mix?
The pros and cons of using a MagSafe charger
MagSafe charging has become the standard for modern iPhones and MacBooks, but there are some downsides to charging this way.
The easiest way to find and remove spyware on your Android phone
With Android's more open ecosystem, it's not hard to download apps that are unsafe. Here's how to scan for spyware.
2 ways Android users can take advantage of Apple's MagSafe accessories
MagSafe is a feature unique to iPhones, but Android users have a couple of options if they want to use MagSafe accessories and chargers.
HTC Vive Eagle review: Pricey smart glasses that fail to impress
HTC's pricey Vive Eagle smart glasses are a credible alternative to Meta, but you'll still struggle to find a reason to buy a pair.