Tech / Product News & Reviews

  1. Sonos app leaks unannounced miniature subwoofer

    Reference to "a smaller, cylindrical subwoofer" spotted by Reddit user.

  2. The best Cyber Monday deals on Apple devices

    Apple's gotten in on the Cyber Monday action, offering gift cards on many of its most popular devices.

  3. Apple is exploring reverse and “true” wireless charging technology

    Apple might leave inductive wireless charging pads behind for something better.

  4. Two months in, Windows 11 is still a work in progress

    Features have been added and bugs have been fixed, but things are still missing.

  5. Here are the best Cyber Monday deals we’re seeing for less than $60

    Including 4K streamers, board games, Fire HD tablets, microSD cards, and more.

  6. This 3D printer ink is alive

    Programmable ink made from E. coli can "regulate its own cell growth."

  7. The best smartwatch and fitness tracker deals for Cyber Monday

    Many of our top wearable picks are seeing strong discounts this week.

  8. Three high-end home gym machines we like are on sale for Cyber Monday

    Fitness tech we like from Peloton, Tonal, and Mirror is seeing rare discounts for Cyber Monday.

  9. The 9 best deals on noise-canceling headphones we’re seeing for Black Friday

    Including deals on recommended noise cancelers from Sony, Apple, Bose, and more.

  10. Acer Swift 5 review: The grass is always greener

    Appropriately priced with some unique traits, but rivals offer better performance.

  11. Ultra-tall 7:32 monitor is ready for your never-ending newsfeed

    8.8-inch portable monitor is built for scrolling, with slimmer, vertical form factor.

  12. Fairphone beats the entire Android ecosystem with six years of support

    Fairphone proves any Android OEM can match Apple's six years of support.

  1. Next Windows 11 update brings back Clippy, along with other redesigned emoji

    November 2021 update available in preview now, will auto-update next month.

  2. Apple sues Israeli spyware group NSO

    "Egregious, deliberate, and concerted effort" to target and attack iPhone users.

  3. Bluetooth tracking company Tile acquired for $205 million

    Acquisition gives Tile access to more funds, users.

  4. Components shortage sends smartphone market into decline

    Scarce parts equals slower production, resulting in low stock, fewer options.

  5. Wear OS shoots up the market-share charts, now in striking distance of Apple

    Wear OS hits 17.3 percent in Q3, Samsung hits its highest quarterly shipments.

  6. Qualcomm exclusivity deal might be keeping Windows from running on other ARM chips

    End of exclusivity deal could allow Windows to run on Apple Silicon, other SoCs.

  7. Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick says he would consider stepping down

    He didn't seem to get very specific about what it'd take, though.

  8. HP Chromebook x2 review: A price cut away from great

    Chrome OS in a sensible form factor.

  9. Google Messages update translates iMessage responses for Android users

    Update cuts down on the disruptive blocks of text generated by Apple's Tapbacks.

  10. Pixel 6a renders show Google carrying the Pixel 6 design forward

    Google's mid-range phone for 2022 is a smaller version of the Pixel 6.

  11. Locked out of “God mode,” runners are hacking their treadmills

    NordicTrack customers were watching Netflix—until the company blocked their access.

  12. DuckDuckGo wants to stop apps tracking you on Android

    The latest update promises to block invasive data collection across your whole phone.

  1. Apple has a new work-from-home policy, but it’s still not what employees want

    Employees will have to work from the office most days by spring.

  2. Google Play website gets its first redesign in years, looks like a big app

    A huge Play Store website redesign is hitting some users' accounts.

  3. The best smartwatches for every type of user

    We tested smartwatches of every stripe, shape, and price to find the best options for you.

  4. Apple addresses two iPhone and Apple Watch bugs with iOS 15.1.1 and watchOS 8.1.1

    There are no new features, but iOS 15.2 probably isn't far away.

  5. Google updates Pixel 6 fingerprint reader, confirms slow 23 W charging

    Biometrics should work better after an update, but there's no fixing the charging.

  6. Lord of the Rings $65 artisan keycap makes your keyboard more precious

    Resin keycaps mark three iconic locations of the One Ring.

  7. Ford and chipmaker announce noncommittal “partnership” to alleviate shortages

    "Non-binding agreement" promises more supply but is light on particulars.

  8. Nvidia acquisition of Arm now under scrutiny by FTC

    FTC highlights potential objections, adding to UK and European scrutiny of the deal.

  9. Hackers backed by Iran are targeting US critical infrastructure, US warns

    Vulnerabilities already patched by Microsoft and Fortinet are being exploited en masse.

  10. Apple will soon send parts and tools to users who want to repair their phones

    The change in tune may help address imminent regulatory scrutiny.

  11. The newest zombie-brand Moto 360 doesn’t run Wear OS

    "Moto OS" won't have third-party apps, but it claims two weeks of battery life.

  12. Upcoming smart home products wirelessly charge without cable or pad

    Security camera, fitness tracker, and other smart home tech with over-the-air charging announced.