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I pried open a cheap 600W charger to test its build, and found 'goo' inside
I pried open a cheap 600W charger to test its build, and found 'goo' inside
Some things really are too good to be true, like this charger.
Aug. 13, 2025
Why solar-powered portable batteries are not as reliable as you think (and the best alternative)
Why solar-powered portable batteries are not as reliable as you think (and the best alternative)
Last summer, I put a range of solar-powered power banks to the test - only to find they were all disappointing and potentially unsafe. Here's what I recommend using instead.
Aug. 13, 2025
Is your iPhone alarm not going off? 6 potential fixes that worked for me
Is your iPhone alarm not going off? 6 potential fixes that worked for me
It's not an isolated problem: many iPhone users have noticed their alarms are mysteriously failing to sound in the morning. Here's a potential fix.
Aug. 12, 2025
The OnePlus 12 was already our favorite budget Android phone - now it's $250 off
The OnePlus 12 was already our favorite budget Android phone - now it's $250 off
With market-leading charging speeds, mega battery life, and premium build, the OnePlus 12 is a worthy rival to flagship handsets.
Aug. 11, 2025
Why I recommend this $200 Android phone with a paper-like display over competing models
Why I recommend this $200 Android phone with a paper-like display over competing models
The TCL 60 XE Nxtpaper 5G offers a standout display at a budget-friendly price, though it comes with a few trade-offs.
Aug. 11, 2025
This Motorola foldable is on sale for $100 off - here's why I recommend it over most slab phones
This Motorola foldable is on sale for $100 off - here's why I recommend it over most slab phones
It might not be the Ultra model, but the standard Motorola Razr is still a highly capable foldable with a creative camera system.
Aug. 9, 2025
Android phone feeling slow? How I changed one setting to instantly double the speed
Android phone feeling slow? How I changed one setting to instantly double the speed
A few taps and a swipe are all it takes to have your Android phone run in double time - sort of.
Aug. 8, 2025
This $200 Android phone beats competing Motorola and Samsung models in a unique way
This $200 Android phone beats competing Motorola and Samsung models in a unique way
The TCL 60 XE Nxtpaper 5G is a budget-friendly Android phone with a standout display, but its low price comes with a few compromises.
Aug. 8, 2025
The Bluetooth tracker I trust more than AirTags - whether you use iPhone or Android
The Bluetooth tracker I trust more than AirTags - whether you use iPhone or Android
Pebblebee's Clip breaks new ground as the first tracker that can tap into both Google's and Apple's vast Find My networks.
Aug. 8, 2025
My 5 favorite gadgets for students are all under $40 (and why they're so useful)
My 5 favorite gadgets for students are all under $40 (and why they're so useful)
These back-to-school tech items are inexpensive, lightweight, and compact.
Aug. 7, 2025
The TSA-approved multitool myth: I tested it on a plane so you don't have to
The TSA-approved multitool myth: I tested it on a plane so you don't have to
I found myself missing a multitool while traveling, so I was immediately intrigued by the promise of one that's TSA-approved.
Aug. 7, 2025
17 iOS settings I changed to instantly improve my iPhone battery life
17 iOS settings I changed to instantly improve my iPhone battery life
Struggling to make your iPhone last all day? Don't rush to upgrade or replace the battery just yet. Try changing these iOS settings first to avoid that dreaded 1%.
Aug. 7, 2025