Hardware & Devices
Here are the price-matching policies for Best Buy, Walmart, and others
Nothing is more frustrating than buying a new pair of headphones or an OLED TV, only to find out you could have gotten it cheaper somewhere else a few days or weeks later. That’s …
How to shop like a pro during Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Despite Amazon and other retailers filling the summer and fall months with more sales than ever before, Black Friday and Cyber Monday remain the biggest shopping days of the year.…
This prototype camera is fighting the good fight against AI photography
To push back against an onslaught of deep fakes, this camera embeds cryptographic proof of every photo's origin. Think of it like a silicon fingerprint.
Jonathan Kanter is using AI to take on Big Tech
When Jonathan Kanter stepped down as head of the Justice Department's Antitrust Division in 2024, he set out to keep fighting to dismantle illegal monopolies. But this time, he's …
Military radar can make your router switch Wi-Fi channels - here's why
Annoying as it may be, there's a good reason why internet routers around the world give the right of way to certain types of radar.
Pomera’s sleek distraction-free writing machine is just too small
Pomera's digital typewriters are a cult hit with those craving a distraction-free writing experience. Dedicated word processor devices never caught on in the US the way they did i…
What hardware does your PC need to run a local AI model?
The kind of AI models you can run depends on your machine's power. Let's unpack what your everyday PC will need, and how much it will cost you.
Coinbase receives approval to become a chartered trust bank
Coinbase has received approval from the US Office of the Comptroller of Currency to become a nationally chartered trust bank.
How to tell if your phone supports eSIM
An eSIM can save you money on international trips if your phone supports it. See how to check eSIM compatibility on iPhone and Android in a few steps.
Nacon Revolution 5 Unlimited controller review: More customization than I can handle
Nacon's new controller aims to rival Sony's own DualSense Edge.
Instagram’s AI age detection is expanding globally
Meta is globally expanding the age estimation technology it uses to find teenagers on Instagram who haven't correctly disclosed their age. The rollout will automatically place "mi…
Torrent underground
When Jane first heard about Memory and Imagination, a rare 1990s documentary about the Library of Congress, she was intrigued. But the Canadian writer in her 30s couldn’t find the…
How to use your laptop as a second monitor
If you have an extra laptop lying around, you can connect it to your primary laptop with a wireless or wired connection for a free dual monitor set up.
Why your USB device isn't showing up on your MacBook and how you can fix it
If your USB device isn't showing up on your MacBook, the issue could be anything from a damaged cord to software troubles. Find out how to fix these problems.
Which Canon Cameras Are Compatible With Its Free 3D Photo Software?
Canon cameras are often known for their versatility and compatibility with software programs. These cameras are best used with the free 3D photo software.
The disadvantages of buying tech from other countries
Importing a phone or a laptop can be appealing, especially if you can get a product you wouldn't otherwise have access to, but it has downsides.
10 Apple products and features that transformed under Tim Cook's leadership
Tim Cook led Apple for 15 years, during which time the company's offerings expanded and went through all kinds of changes.
Those white cameras mounted above traffic lights serve a little-known purpose
Many people are up in arms over Flock and similar cameras that can track you when you drive. But these cameras are there for a whole different reason.
SpaceXAI Grok Bot availability just keeps growing - here's which plans offer it
SpaceXAI 's Grok Bot can handle multi-step work on a cloud computer, but you'll need to figure out the jumble of subscription plans first.
Should you make the switch to Google Pixel from Samsung Galaxy?
While Samsung Galaxy phones deliver flagship power, Google Pixel phones have lots of benefits, including faster updates and minimal bloatware.
What is the Slate Telematics Module and what can it be used for?
When you buy a Slate Truck, you only pay for the tech you want, and that includes connectivity between the vehicle and your phone. Is this a minimalist's dream?
Here’s the full text of Jensen Huang’s memo to Nvidia
On Sunday, Nvidia announced it was launching an investigation into CEO Jensen Huang's relationship with Alice Huang, an AI executive and agent of the Chinese government. In additi…
Soul Glo’s Diaspora Problems is a hardcore record like no other
Soul Glo has a new record called NA I'M GON GRAB ALLAT coming out in January, and I, for one, can not wait. While two singles have dropped, it's not enough to truly tide me over, …
How long can you expect your PC RAM to last?
With the rising cost and demand for RAM and the ever-increasing tech requirements of PCs, it may be hard to determine just how long your components will last.