5 gaming accessories I refuse to play without

After years of gaming on PC, these are the five accessories I keep coming back to for their comfort, performance, and reliability.

I lost over 100 pounds for an 80-mile hike with a friend - here's the tech that kept me on track

These are the wearables, scales, and apps I found most useful. While my iPhone and Apple Watch were core to everything, I also have Android recommendations.

How spatial audio works on headphones and speakers - and the best way to experience it

The best way to experience a 3D soundscape depends on your audio format and device compatibility.

Ernst & Young breach exposes client tax data - find out if you're at risk and what to do next

For two weeks, attackers had access to a third-party support ticket system containing customer tax information.

90,000 Flock cameras have quietly gone up in the US: What they track and how to check your city

Flock cameras are everywhere - even in my small town, quietly using AI to identify your car and surveil your movements. But did you consent? Probably not.

Light's new $299 flip phone has no apps and T9 texting, but aims to connect people

The brand's new flip phone takes an accessible approach to minimalism - with a gentle touch.

This Android 17 setting logs suspicious activity on your phone for troubleshooting - turn it on ASAP

When something suspicious happens on your phone, it helps to have the means to track down what occurred. Android 17 now offers such a feature: Intrusion Logging.

Android backups count toward your 15GB Google storage limit now - how to check your settings

An amended Google One storage utilization policy is rolling out now to include your Android device settings in backups, but there's no need to panic. Here are your options.

AT&T's new business plan includes 'unlimited' hotspot data - and starts at $75 per line

The monthly price for Business Unlimited Ultimate 3.0 depends on how many phone lines you have - and can include up to 50.

I tested iOS 26 Siri against iOS 27 Siri AI in my car - and it wasn't even close

With the iOS 27 public beta on my iPhone, I challenged Siri AI to assist me in the car. Here's how it performed over regular Siri.

Best tablets for note-taking 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

We've tested and reviewed the best tablets on the market for note-taking in study sessions, meetings, or when you're feeling creative.

T-Mobile will pay for your first month of 5G home internet, and give you up to $200 back - here's how

New T-Mobile 5G Home Internet customers can get their first month on T-Mobile, plus up to $200 back via prepaid Mastercard. We break down the details.

Fedora Xfce or Xubuntu: Which is the best Linux desktop?

Xfce is a Linux desktop environment that is great at giving old machines new life. Two major distributions present this desktop differently. So, which is best?

I wore Meta's $499 prescription Ray-Bans for 6 weeks: They're stylish but not for me

Meta's Ray-Ban Blayzer Optics are made specifically for prescription eyeglass wearers with a lightweight, stylish design.

Want to add Android Auto to your old car? Here are two ways - including one that's under $20

If you feel like you're missing out on Android Auto by having a vehicle with no screen, here's your chance to fix that.

I tested a 4TB quantum-resistant USB drive - but you don't have to spend $3000 for this much security

Apricorn's new 4TB Aegis Secure Key is the biggest-capacity hardware-encrypted flash drive on the market right now.

The best rugged phones in 2026: Expert tested

Most mainstream phones are durable enough for everyday use, but if you're the adventure-seeking kind, check out our top rugged phones.

An AI agent breached Hugging Face before an AI defender caught it: What users should do next

An agentic AI infiltrated the production infrastructure of an AI project. Then an AI detected it. Is this the future of cyberattacks, and how will they be defended against?

Why I still recommend Synology's DS225+ NAS - even if it can't replace your cloud storage

Soaring hard drive prices are making NAS boxes a niche product, but the Synology DS225+ still makes sense. Here's why.

How I configure DNS on Ubuntu Linux distros via the command line - it's easier than you think

DNS is a critical component for PC networking, searching, and security. If you want to learn how to set it up on Ubuntu-based distros from the command line, here's how.