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Why I swear by this Garmin smartwatch over competing models (including the Apple Watch Ultra)
Why I swear by this Garmin smartwatch over competing models (including the Apple Watch Ultra)
The latest Garmin Venu X1, with its flat design and large screen, feels like a feature-rich Fenix 8 and has exceeded my expectations.
July 25, 2025
Your MacBook is getting a major upgrade for free - 5 MacOS 26 features I'm trying right now
Your MacBook is getting a major upgrade for free - 5 MacOS 26 features I'm trying right now
The MacOS Tahoe beta just went live to the public. Here's how to tell if your Mac can run it, and five of the most-anticipated features to test out.
July 25, 2025
Trump's AI plan says a lot about open source - but here's what it leaves out
Trump's AI plan says a lot about open source - but here's what it leaves out
The AI Action Plan pretty much frees up AI companies to do what they want, but it also supports the use of open source for AI. What that means is one big open question.
July 25, 2025
Google's new Search mode puts classic results back on top - how to access it
Google's new Search mode puts classic results back on top - how to access it
Web Guide makes it a lot easier to target your search to a concentrated area of a topic.
July 25, 2025
Your Apple Watch is getting a big upgrade for free - 8 WatchOS 26 features you can try now
Your Apple Watch is getting a big upgrade for free - 8 WatchOS 26 features you can try now
Eligible Apple Watch users can now upgrade to the public beta version of WatchOS 26, which introduces several notable features designed to enhance the user experience.
July 25, 2025
These AR swim goggles I tested have all the relevant metrics (and no subscription)
These AR swim goggles I tested have all the relevant metrics (and no subscription)
Form's Smart Swim 2 Pro AR goggles are made with Gorilla Glass 3 and an anti-fog solution, but it's the advanced coaching features that helped me swim faster.
July 25, 2025
These $60 wireless earbuds made me question my audio spending habits
These $60 wireless earbuds made me question my audio spending habits
Soundpeats continues to impress, and their new Air5 Pro earbuds are no exception.
July 25, 2025
Google's new AI tool Opal turns prompts into apps, no coding required
Google's new AI tool Opal turns prompts into apps, no coding required
The Google Labs tool enables developers to create apps using natural language prompts and interactive visual aids.
July 25, 2025
I found a $300 Motorola phone that offers flagship features at a fraction of the price
I found a $300 Motorola phone that offers flagship features at a fraction of the price
The Moto G Power (2025) features a spacious 6.8-inch display and delivers impressive battery life.
July 25, 2025
The next big wireless charging leap is coming soon: What Qi2 25W means for Android phones
The next big wireless charging leap is coming soon: What Qi2 25W means for Android phones
The new Qi2 25W standard will arrive on iPhones, but it'll be especially useful for compatible Android models. Here's why.
July 25, 2025
T-Mobile will give you the iPhone 16e for free with no trade-in - here's how to get yours
T-Mobile will give you the iPhone 16e for free with no trade-in - here's how to get yours
Activate a new qualifying line, and you can get the iPhone 16e on T-Mobile. No trade-in is required.
July 25, 2025
I spent a week with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, and it's an even bigger leap than expected
I spent a week with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, and it's an even bigger leap than expected
The Galaxy Z Flip is larger yet slimmer than ever. But there's more to it than dimensions.
July 25, 2025