Meta's new AI feature lets people create images from your Instagram posts - how to opt out

Any public Instagram account is fair game to be used for AI generation with Meta's new Muse Image.

Best blood pressure watches: I tested the top models that actually work

I tested some of the top blood pressure watches available, and considered medical research and current FDA guidance, to help you choose the best one for your needs.

The best malware removal software of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Think your device is infected? Try out our favorite software to remove malware and restore your security.

Microsoft's new Windows 11 recovery tool is the ultimate Undo button - how to enable it

After a CrowdStrike update caused millions of Windows PCs worldwide to crash in July 2024, Microsoft announced the Windows Resiliency Initiative. The new Point-in-time Restore feature is a key part of that.

I overhauled my WFH office - these 5 gadgets made the cut (including a cheap cord wrangler)

After moving and obtaining a new health diagnosis, I made a few changes to my WFH setup. Here's what changed (and why).

I use Android Auto in my living room now - and it solves ones of my biggest productivity problems

My new favorite use of Android Auto happens outside my car. Here's why.

'I'm not a programmer' anymore: Linus Torvalds on the only two tools he uses now

At the Open Source Summit in Mumbai, Torvalds discusses the pain and power of AI in the kernel, and why Linux no longer supports 'museum' technology.

I replaced my Sonos home theater with this Sony system - here's why innovation is king

Sony's Bravia Theater Trio arrives in a unique form and doesn't let traditional home theater rules hinder its performance.

I tested Qi2 wireless chargers with cooling solutions - here's how my buying advice changed

Charging stands now come with new technology designed to keep my phone cool. So I put three of them to the test.

Best Buy is selling the LG C5 OLED for nearly 50% off right now - and I highly recommend it

It may be a generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price.

IBM and Red Hat launch Lightwell to defend open-source code from AI attacks

Their plan to protect open-source projects from AI-discovered security holes has led to the launch of two commercial offerings: Lightwell Network and Lightwell Clearinghouse Premier.

Sony's True RGB display made this one of the most impressive TVs I've tested

Outfitted with Sony's new Micro RGB panels, the Bravia 9 II is well on its way to usurping its OLED cousin's supremacy.

OpenAI's new GPT-Live-1 voice model won't interrupt you - why that's a big deal

Our AI Model Release Tracker keeps new models in context with their peers, so you know which are worth your time.

I tried DuckDuckGo's new video player, and it blocks YouTube ads for free

Even as Chrome is killing ad blockers, DuckDuckGo's new video player now blocks ads by default on YouTube and elsewhere. Duck Player is available for MacOS, Windows, Android, and iOS.

I tried Claude Cowork on my Gmail inbox after Gemini choked - and it saved me hours of work

Gmail's AI failed at a nuanced research task, but Claude Cowork found the right pitches, quotes, and permissions, proving connected AI assistants may finally help tackle some aspects of email overload.

I tested the Roborock Saros 20, and I'd trust it for the next decade

Roborock took its flagship robot vacuum and really improved it, while keeping the same price. Here's how.

GitHub's former CEO launches a distributed Git network built for the agentic coding age

The developer tools startup said it's building better infrastructure for a future run by coding agents.

Why we're all posting less on social media these days

Americans are getting quieter and more selective about what they share online. And, honestly, same.

3 Android Auto automations that make my drives much easier - and how I set them up

Android automations are nothing new, but incorporating them into you car can change your drive.

Why leaving extension cords plugged in permanently is riskier than you realize

Sure, home extension cords and power strips are handy, but they also result in thousands of preventable fires each year. Here's how to use them more safely.