Hardware & Devices
Everything announced at Apple's 'Welcome Home' event
All about the HomeView, Homepod mini, Apple Home Collection and more.
Apple unveils HomeView, the company's smart display built for Siri AI
Two versions will be available in November for $299.
Apple refreshes the Apple TV 4K for Siri AI
New microphones, a new remote and the new Siri AI are on the company's streaming box.
Apple updates the HomePod mini with more audio features and new colors
The new model arrives on October 30, but its Siri AI features are coming later.
Apple debuts the Apple Home Collection of smart devices, including cameras, thermostats and door locks
Apple collaborated with LG and Schneider Electric on products that work with its HomeView display.
Everything Apple launched at its ‘Welcome Home’ event
Apple unveiled a slate of new smart home gadgets at its aptly named "Welcome Home" event today, including its first (and highly anticipated) smart home hub. That flagship announce…
Elgato takes on DJI with a tiny wireless mic for creators on the go
Elgato already dominates the market for hardware built for creators that use powerful desktop PCs, and it's now turning its attention to creators on the go with its first wireless…
Apple launches HomeView, its first smart display for the home
It's finally here: Apple's long-rumored smart display, the Apple HomeView, has arrived. I got a first look at the device in New York City this week, and it's gorgeous. The HomeVie…
The new Apple Home Collection includes a video doorbell, smart lock, and more
Apple has partnered with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric to launch the Apple Home Collection, an assortment of smart home devices meant to be easy to set up and use. The col…
Apple announces the HomePod Mini 2, but it isn’t ready for Siri AI at launch
Apple is announcing the long-awaited HomePod Mini 2 with a new chip that can power Siri AI - but support for those new AI features won't be available at launch. The speaker is als…
The new Apple TV 4K has built-in microphones so you can talk to Siri AI
Apple is introducing a refreshed Apple TV 4K today with a pair of interesting new hardware features: far-field microphones to talk to Siri hands-free and Find My built into the re…
What happens to an EV battery after it's removed from your car?
EV batteries don't last forever, and once they get past the point of repair, there are a few ways that they can still serve a useful purpose.
All the news from Apple’s ‘Welcome home’ event
Apple is hosting an event on October 13th that seems like it will be all about its efforts for the smart home. The event’s tagline is certainly a big hint — “Welcome home” — but t…
What is the difference between a rearview and a backup camera?
Rear-mounted cameras have been a game changer for drivers and road safety overall, but be aware that there are different options and purposes for them.
NASA's Perseverance rover breaks record for off-world driving distance
NASA's Perseverance Mars rover just broke the record for the farthest distance traveled by any vehicle on another world.
Scientists find evidence of a second-generation planet born from a dying star
A team of scientists found evidence of a planet born from a white dwarf in decades-old Hubble data.
Character.AI files for bankruptcy
Character.AI, one of the first breakout startups of the generative AI boom, has filed for bankruptcy and is selling some of its assets to Disney. The company, which builds various…
Abu Dhabi will use Ultrahuman's smart ring know-how to boost its public health app
The Abu Dhabi government wants to incorporate wearables data into its public health app.
X bundles Premium, Grok and Cursor under a single monthly subscription
SpaceXSI has announced a new subscription scheme that gives you access to Grok, Grok Bot, Cursor and X Premium.
Don't buy a cheap Android phone without these non-negotiable features
Android phones can be had at many different price points, but the most important features aren't always found in the cheapest available devices.
How to boost your GPU performance without buying a new one
With an older GPU, you'll need to go without some of the fancy features, but you can still enjoy high frame rates with the right changes.
How to turn your old hard drives into a RAID array
Your old hard drives still have some live left in them.
How to use Google Gemini to automate tasks
Spark is Google's AI tool that can perform tasks on your behalf.
Why are your iPhone photos so blurry (and how to improve it)
Blurry iPhone photos can come down to more than just a dirty lens. Here's how to expertly sharpen your shots and fine-tune your camera settings.