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Xteink made an even smaller and thinner e-reader by unfortunately skipping a USB-C port.

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This even smaller credit card-sized e-reader has one tragic flaw

Xteink made an even smaller and thinner e-reader by unfortunately skipping a USB-C port.

Andrew Liszewski

The Galaxy S26’s photo app can sloppify your memoriesThe Galaxy S26’s photo app can sloppify your memories

The AirPods Max 2 are a great sequel, but not an ambitious one

Apple’s over-ear headphones get better sound and new features, but they’re still heavy and expensive.

John Higgins

These retractable studded tires might save our roads, ears, and lungs

Putting Nokian’s James Bond tech to the test.

Tim Stevens

Can my favorite Game Boy gadget tell fake cartridges from real?Can my favorite Game Boy gadget tell fake cartridges from real?

Oppo made the best foldable phone, again

The Find N6 is my new favorite foldable.

Dominic Preston

Bluetti’s Sora 500 solar panel is incredibly powerful for its size

Too bad this 500W N-Type panel isn’t bifacial and isn’t (yet) available in the US.

Thomas Ricker

My brief, weird time with the Samsung TriFoldMy brief, weird time with the Samsung TriFold

The versatile Play speaker is a great way into the Sonos world

The Play takes the best parts of the Roam and Move speakers to make a great Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker.

John Higgins

DJI’s Avata 360 is a more functional, flexible 360 droneDJI’s Avata 360 is a more functional, flexible 360 drone

The Hisense U7SG is a great midrange TV you shouldn’t buy yet

The U7SG has improved reflection and blooming control, but it will be cheaper in a few months.

John Higgins

The new MacBook Pro is still fast as hell

And we re-tested the M1 Pro and M1 Max models to see how far the M5 Max has come.

Antonio G. Di Benedetto

Gemini task automation is slow, clunky, and super impressive

It took nine minutes for Google’s AI to order my dinner, but it still feels like the future.

Allison Johnson

The improved battery-powered Starlink Mini is here

Quickly untether from an unhinged world.

Thomas Ricker

Belkin’s wireless HDMI adapter freed me from a long annoying cable when I travelBelkin’s wireless HDMI adapter freed me from a long annoying cable when I travel

Nothing Phone 4A Pro review: That flagship feeling

All style, some substance.

Dominic Preston

My favorite robot vacuum now supports MatterMy favorite robot vacuum now supports Matter

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

Hands on with Aqara’s new Matter-compatible camera

Aqara’s G350 brings Matter 1.5 camera support, promising easier smart home integration — but it only works with Samsung SmartThings.

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are the choice — if you have a Galaxy phone

Sound and ANC performance improve with the Buds 4 Pro, but you still need a Galaxy phone for full functionality.

John Higgins

MacBook Air M5 review: a small update for the ‘just right’ Mac

The Air can’t ignore the new $600 elephant in the room sitting below it, but it’s still the right pick for many.

Antonio G. Di Benedetto

Asus’ new open earbuds are a wonderful companion for handheld gamingAsus’ new open earbuds are a wonderful companion for handheld gaming

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: show off

The Ultra returns to form with an innovative display.

Allison Johnson

Google Pixel 10A review: Just buy the 9A

Google’s new midrange phone isn’t even a spec refresh — it’s a rerelease.

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How to ditch Ring’s surveillance network

Here’s how to lock down your existing Ring cameras, along with our picks for security cameras that store footage locally or use end-to-end encryption.

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

Lego Smart Brick review: My kids are not impressed

Lego’s tiny toy computer can fly higher than these first Star Wars sets.

Sean Hollister

Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus review: This again

Samsung’s latest Galaxy S phones are going through the motions.

Dominic Preston

Oppo’s new foldable isn’t quite creaseless, but it’s pretty damn closeOppo’s new foldable isn’t quite creaseless, but it’s pretty damn close

Antonio G. Di Benedetto

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‘Hey, what laptop should I get?’ Probably this one.

I’m curious. For those buying one, what color are you getting?

I reviewed the MacBook Neo, ask me anythingI reviewed the MacBook Neo, ask me anything

Antonio G. Di Benedetto

MacBook Neo review: the Mac for the masses

iPhone chip, no problem.

Antonio G. Di Benedetto

Apple’s new M5 Max feels like a huge upgrade if you bought your laptop three years agoApple’s new M5 Max feels like a huge upgrade if you bought your laptop three years ago

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Apple Studio Display XDR review: pro at a premium

Professionals will love the accurate and plentiful reference modes, but far better options exist for the rest of us.

John Higgins

Apple iPad Air M4 review: a little bit faster now

If your iPad is still in good shape, you don’t need this one. Or any other new one. But if it’s upgrade time, start here.

David Pierce

The iPhone 17E is good, but you probably shouldn’t buy it

If you have the means, then another $200 for an iPhone 17 is well worth it.

Allison Johnson

The best Switch 2 controller just got better (and a little worse)The best Switch 2 controller just got better (and a little worse)

The Corvette ZR1X hybrid can outpace million-dollar sports cars

Chevy’s hybrid sports car is a sweet deal compared to its Chinese, Italian, and German competitors. And its performance specs underscore the inevitability of electric propulsion.

Lawrence Ulrich

Nothing is finally covering up with the slim, metal Phone 4A ProNothing is finally covering up with the slim, metal Phone 4A Pro

Nothing’s Headphone A are something worth considering

The second over-ear offering from Nothing keeps much of what was great about the Headphone 1 for $100 less.

John Higgins

Our first hands-on look at Apple’s MacBook NeoOur first hands-on look at Apple’s MacBook Neo

Antonio G. Di Benedetto

I’m not ashamed to admit the Kobo Remote is the best gadget I’ve bought this yearI’m not ashamed to admit the Kobo Remote is the best gadget I’ve bought this year

Shark’s latest robot vacuum hunts stains with UV light

The $1,300 Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal can spot messes, adapt its cleaning to tackle them, then go back to eliminate them.

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

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