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My kid wanted a phone - here's why I got her this smartwatch instead
My kid wanted a phone - here's why I got her this smartwatch instead
Google's Fitbit Ace LTE is a whimsical smartwatch designed for kids with fitness-centric games and useful security features. Right now, it's on sale for $150.
April 12, 2025
Why I still recommend the AirPods Pro after testing dozens of earbuds - especially at this price
Why I still recommend the AirPods Pro after testing dozens of earbuds - especially at this price
Spring brings in more than just pollen - it also brings in sales. Right now, you can get a $50 discount on the AirPods Pro 2.
April 12, 2025
A crucial tech race is happening on your wrist - and you need to watch closely
A crucial tech race is happening on your wrist - and you need to watch closely
It was a big week for smartwatch news, with major updates from Google, Samsung, and Apple making waves. Here's what you need to know.
April 12, 2025
I discovered the hidden benefit of E Ink tablets, and this study proves it
I discovered the hidden benefit of E Ink tablets, and this study proves it
A study commissioned by Remarkable discovered that E Ink users experience lower stress levels, greater creativity, and improved focus. I can't argue with those findings.
April 12, 2025
I found the smartest (and cheapest) way to protect your laptop's charging port
I found the smartest (and cheapest) way to protect your laptop's charging port
I've always appreciated these simple accessories, and this new feature makes them more useful than ever. Right now, these Magnetic Adapters are just $13.
April 12, 2025
I replaced my Pixel 9 Pro with the 9a for two weeks - here's my buying advice
I replaced my Pixel 9 Pro with the 9a for two weeks - here's my buying advice
The Pixel 9a may not turn heads with flashy features, but it nails the essentials - a formula built for long-term success.
April 11, 2025
Are these cheap Android tablets legit? I tested one, and it beat my iPad in a major way
Are these cheap Android tablets legit? I tested one, and it beat my iPad in a major way
Blackview's Tab 90 is an affordable Android tablet at roughly $140, but its 11-inch display is one of its many strengths.
April 11, 2025
Biometrics vs. passcodes: What lawyers recommend if you're worried about warrantless phone searches
Biometrics vs. passcodes: What lawyers recommend if you're worried about warrantless phone searches
Do passcodes really protect you more from warrantless phone searches than biometrics? It's complicated.
April 11, 2025
My iPhone's battery is fading faster than Apple promised, despite my best efforts
My iPhone's battery is fading faster than Apple promised, despite my best efforts
A year in, my iPhone battery is on a fast track to its end of life, but yours will likely last longer.
April 11, 2025
Why I recommend this HP laptop to traveling business professionals and creatives
Why I recommend this HP laptop to traveling business professionals and creatives
HP's EliteBook Ultra G1i is impressively lightweight, reliably powerful, and built to last on battery life. But that's just the beginning.
April 11, 2025
I've relied on this electric screwdriver for years, and it just got a big upgrade (plus it's on sale)
I've relied on this electric screwdriver for years, and it just got a big upgrade (plus it's on sale)
The new Bosch Go builds on its two-year-old predecessor with a significant set of upgrades.
April 11, 2025
Just installed iOS 18.4? Changing these 3 features made my iPhone much better to use
Just installed iOS 18.4? Changing these 3 features made my iPhone much better to use
The new iOS 18.4 update brings some notable changes to Apple Intelligence and Control Center. Here's the breakdown - and how to modify each one.
April 11, 2025