Four months with my first home battery taught me what whole-home backup really means

Anker's Solix E10 made backup power understandable for this first-timer, and I can't wait to expand the system.

I tested my USB-C cables with this free Mac app - some weren't what they claimed

WhatCable is a free Mac app that gives you all the information you could need for your USB-C cables.

I tested Google Maps vs. Waze to find the best navigation app - and this one wins

Want to know whether Waze or Google Maps is better? I've driven with both for hundreds of miles. Here's my choice.

Why I'm using wired Android Auto when all the cool kids are switching to wireless

Sometimes, you have to dial back the tech to make ends meet.

I've used the iOS 27 beta for a month: 7 ways the new Siri is dramatically better

Siri AI is the star of iOS 27, and now most iPhone users can try it with the first public beta of the OS.

I tested the Ultrahuman Ring Pro: It's a biohacker's dream that's not for me

The brand's latest ring comes with extensive features, but it's both larger and more expensive than the previous version.

The only Apple Watch strap you'll ever need is down to its lowest price yet

I have multiple Apple Watch straps, but I keep coming back to the Nomad Stratos Band for its classy looks and sporty comfort.

How to download iPadOS 27 right now - and which models support it

Apple just released the iPadOS 27 public beta, offering early access to an upgraded Siri, new Safari features, and more.

Every iPhone model that supports iOS 27 (and which older ones don't)

Here's a breakdown of which iPhone models support the next iOS update (now available on public beta) - and which ones Apple is leaving behind.

How to download iOS 27 right now (and which iPhone models support it)

Apple's WWDC 2026 was full of updates for the overall iPhone user experience - here's how you can try iOS 27 early for free.

Google is training AI on even more of your data now, unless you opt out - here's how

Images, videos and voice searches can be used to train Google's LLMs. You can disable this feature to retain your privacy.

5 smart home gadgets I actually recommend, after years of testing

I've tested dozens of smart home devices, but only a select few truly stand out. Here are the smart home gadgets I wholeheartedly recommend.

Google Search will let you instantly generate AI images for free - here's how

With the latest update to Google Search, you can generate your own images directly inside the AI Overviews.

I'm a serial Linux distro hopper - these 7 signs mean it's time to switch

If you're looking to try a different Linux distribution, it's time you do the 'distro hop.' But why does this phenomenon seem inevitable for so many users?

These 5 gadgets will upgrade your Apple Watch - and I recommend them

These are my tried-and-true favorite Apple Watch accessories, and some of them are on sale now.

How to install the MacOS 27 public beta on your Mac today - it's live now

MacOS 27 will go live on all eligible MacBooks this fall, but you can opt into the public beta now. Here's how.

Windows Search just got a faster, cleaner overhaul - how to try it today

I tried the new Windows Search, and it offers a refreshing change with an updated layout that makes it easier to find what I need.

12 YouTube default settings to change right now for a more enjoyable experience

YouTube works well with default settings, but I tighten some privacy controls and enable a few features to make it even better.

Don't let an AI chatbot pick your password, ever

Are AI-generated passwords truly random? Research suggests AI passwords are far less secure than you might think.

SEO is not dead: 5 ways to win more citations from AI search

Now that AI chat is becoming the new status quo of search engines, the rules for staying visible have changed for small businesses and solopreneurs.