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Sony debuts a special edition pair of 1000X-series headphones, striking a balance between modern style and function.

We're reporting live from Mountain View at Google's annual developer conference today. Stay tuned for the latest updates.

Memorial Day deals on headphones are already live. These are my favorite options so far.

If you're only using Android Auto for basic navigation and music, you're missing out.

The 12th-generation Surface Pro for Business features 5G connectivity and a brilliant display.

I don't like on-ear headphones, but the new Marshall Milton ANC cans might change my mind due to their cool features.

Motorola's Smart Connect software is superb, and gives me a wonderful option for working away from my desk. Here's how it works.

Memorial Day Weekend is coming soon. These are the best deals we found so far, including price drops from Apple, Samsung, Hisense, Ninja, and more.

Binge your choice of Peacock or Paramount+ shows for the next 30 days with this under-the-radar deal that gets you tons of other perks, too.

We're reporting live from Mountain View at Google's annual developer conference. Stay tuned for the latest updates.

You'll be able to run this Linux distro on both Azure and your desktop using Windows Subsystem for Linux. Here's what we know about it so far.

Google's latest threat report warns that third-party tools are now prime targets for attackers - and businesses have only days to prepare defenses.

Microsoft really doesn't want customers to upgrade older PCs to Windows 11, but there are workarounds for all but the oldest devices. Extended security updates for Windows 10 will stop in just a few months, so it's time to plan your exit strategy.

Memorial Day is almost here, and Walmart has already slashed prices on top tech.

The Linux, MacOS, and Windows terminal is no longer just for commands. Thanks to apps like Wave, you can have a veritable toolbox at your disposal in a single window.

Hyrpland is a fantastic Linux window manager, but it can be complicated to configure. I asked Codex to write a .conf file - here's how that went.

Corsair's latest sale makes premium peripherals more affordable.

I've tested dozens of robot vacuum brands, with Roborock and Ecovacs models consistently delivering market-leading performance. Here's how they compare.

The best NAS storage devices of 2026 offer effortless storage solutions for home and professional use. These are our favorites including hardware we use ourselves.

The latest Fitbit is here, and you can save 26% on it when you preorder on Amazon today.

The best external hard drives available today provide ample storage, reliability, and security for different price points. We went hands-on to find the best hardware available in 2026.

The good news is there's already a patch. The bad news is that the fix isn't available for all Linux distributions yet. Here's what you can do in the meantime.

Search for treasures on the beach or in your own backyard with this metal detector bundle at Amazon.

I've rounded up the best laptop deals live right now so you don't have to.

These simple changes can make an immediate impact on your in-car experience.

For Memorial Day, I've rounded up the best smartphone deals. Discounts are already live, so now is a great time to save.

One big hurdle to harvesting power with this new solar technology is government red tape. Here's where you can and can't take advantage of plug-in solar systems.

You can already find great Memorial Day deals on everything you need to upgrade your outdoor space.

Samsung and Motorola both make strong Android phones, but the better choice depends on your budget and more. Here's which one I'd choose and why.

Smart speakers are all the rage, and Bose's newcomer is a worthy competitor to the established Sonos.

I tested Claude for Small Business, which has 31 skills, and the contract review tool is amazing.

Bose's premium soundbar debuts with improvements under the hood, but it's reinventing itself in an already crowded field.

Months after sunsetting the SoundTouch lineup, Bose's Lifestyle Ultra proves that it can still make versatile and great-sounding speaker.

These developer settings can completely change how your Android Auto looks and operates. They're not difficult to access, and it only takes a minute.

Amazon Prime Day 2026 is moving to June. Here's everything we know about the surprise move - including the latest on the confirmed shift, expected dates, how to prep for early deals, and how it compares to previous July sales.

From XR glasses to headsets to tablets, here's how various work systems fared over 30 days.

Don't let your spring cleaning or desire for Feng Shui enlightenment make you toss the important stuff. This gear will come in handy one day.

Save big on everything you need for DIY projects and home repairs with these Memorial Day deals on tools from DeWalt, Milwaukee, and more.

The second-gen smart glasses are 15% off, while the Oakley Meta HSTN glasses are 20% off - perfect gifts for dad.

Only a month after its initial release, Anthropic's storied Mythos model is breaking new testing boundaries.

With Edge's mobile app, you can now request summaries of multiple tabs, turn pages into podcasts, and tap into your browsing history and past chats.

I compared two of the best black-and-white e-readers on the market; they look similar but have very different feature sets.

Summer is almost here, and you can already find deals on all things Apple with these early Memorial Day weekend sales.

Fedora 44 is fast, stable, and surprisingly flexible. It can do much more than you might expect.

The Motorola Razr Fold faces tough competition from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, but still manages to stand out.

The new Razr Fold is one of my favorite phones I've used in 2026, thanks to its stunning displays, stellar cameras, and top-tier hardware.

AI is exposing Linux security holes faster than developers can patch them. Fragnesia is the latest. Here's what we know about it.

We put the best microSD cards from brands like SanDisk, Lexar, and ProGrade to the test to find the best microSD cards on the market today.

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