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It's the weekend before Mobile World Congress, and we've got a full slate of announcements from Xiaomi, Honor, and more.

The Honor Magic V6 packs a massive battery and razor-thin profile into a foldable that feels like a regular phone. Here's what stood out during my first hands-on.

The Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro Matte Glass variant has an anti-reflective screen, a flagship processor, and upgraded accessories to take on the iPads.

The Stargear 3-in-1 cable gives me more power options, no matter where I am.

The LuminAID PackLite Nova inflatable solar camping light is built for everything, from blackouts to BBQs.

The BMX SolidSafe 10K has many advantages over traditional power banks. However, there are also a couple of issues.

It's the weekend before Mobile World Congress, and we've already got a full slate of announcements from Xiaomi, Honor, and more.

The Baseus Nomos 245W is the charging station tech geeks have been waiting for, with multiple charging ports and connectors.

XR glasses are a must have for on the go entertainment and gaming and the new RayNeo Air 4 Pro provides a compelling experience at a low price.

The Ulefone Armor Mini 20 Pro is a refreshing throwback to small-screen, candy bar phones - and a reminder of why they're no longer popular.

Acer's Veriton NUC AI is a compact Windows PC with a bevy of ports and a portable form factor.

The Hilo is a new monitor that takes blood pressure readings throughout the day and alerts you when something is amiss, but it has downsides.

AI auditors resemble financial auditors, except they observe and report on the behavior of AI transactions rather than monetary transactions.

Looking for a new antivirus? My tried and tested favorites will improve the security of your desktop PC, laptop, and mobile devices.

You can choose how long you want to share your location or turn it off at any time.

The Ultrahuman Ring Pro also packs a new safety feature that makes the smart ring easier to cut off - just in case.

Google's new default model for generating images, Nano Banana 2 offers faster speeds, better text rendering, and higher resolutions than its predecessor.

I went hands on with the best satellite phones and communicators from companies like SpaceX, Garmin, and Inmarsat. These devices offer features like messaging, live tracking, and SOS capabilities.

Samsung offers everything from high-end OLED TVs to budget-friendly options, and we've tested them all to help you find the best fit for your home theater.

By testing agent-to-agent interactions, researchers observed catastrophic system failures. Here's why that's bad news for everyone.

Mobile World Congress 2026 kicks off next week, but Samsung, Nothing, TCL, and others have already hinted at what's to come in Barcelona.

Experienced Linux users looking for a new approach should check out NixOS, which offers a thoughtful design with extensive customization.

If your Apple Watch is just as important as your iPhone, this snap charger by Iniu is a compelling power solution.

Some Windows customers are convinced that Microsoft's diagnostic data collection for Windows is a secret spy network. I've been investigating this topic for a decade. Here's what you need to know.

Lenovo's new ThinkPad P1 is a portable workstation that does it all, but you'll have to be willing to pay to play.

Renpho's Lynx smart ring is budget-friendly, but is it worth it? I tested one for weeks to truly know.

Bluetooth 6 is gaining traction in the audio connectivity space, but its best features ultimately lie in new hardware.

Sennheiser's RS 275 TV headphone bundle delivers a flexible in-home entertainment experience, especially if you're watching movies and shows in private.

From the Galaxy S26 phones to new earbuds and agentic AI, here's everything unveiled at Samsung Unpacked this week.

You can cut cable and still access live TV for a fraction of the cost. These are my favorite live TV streaming services, tested and ranked, in 2026.

The rumored $599 MacBook distracts from the incremental upgrades of its core laptops while taking a bite out of the budget PC market.

Fender's first foray into the consumer audio market comes with several connectivity bonuses and a few drawbacks that are hard to ignore.

Linux kernel maintainers propose a less painful process for identifying developers. See how it can make Linux code safer than ever.

There's a reason scammers don't say anything when they call you, at least not right away. Here's how to deal with these sneaky calls.

The new Workspace feature could save you from scrolling through days' worth of messages.

The yet-to-be-announced $599 MacBook distracts from the incremental upgrades of its core laptops while taking a bite out of the budget PC market.

Developed alongside fitness brand Polar, the Moto Watch is a minimalist wearable with a vibrant OLED screen and very good battery life.

If you have a Samsung Galaxy S24 or are upgrading from an older phone, you may wonder if the new Galaxy S26 is worth the splurge.

The 'philosophical and whimsical' Opus 3 plans to offer a window into the inner world of an AI system.

NATO approved iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 devices for classified use up to the 'restricted' level, and that's a big deal. Here's why.

Locking down your smart home is about reducing entry points - here's how to do it right.

Just as cloud-native vendors flooded the market a decade ago, we may be on the cusp of a new wave of AI-based applications. Here's why that could be a very good thing for small businesses.

If this Linux desktop feels too minimal or unfamiliar, you can easily customize its look and feel. Here's how.

The majority of agentic AI systems disclose nothing about what safety testing, and many systems have no documented way to shut down a rogue bot, a study by MIT found.

Here's what the rumor mill says Apple may and may not reveal during its big product drop starting next Monday.

The LG C5 OLED offers stunning picture quality and a sleek, minimalist design for a truly immersive experience. Its latest price is the cherry on top.

Your Samsung TV may function well out of the box, but a few adjustments can make it look and operate even better.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra's light-bending display is more than just a party trick; it can possibly put privacy screen protectors out of business.

From the Galaxy S26 to new earbuds and agentic AI, here's everything unveiled at Samsung Unpacked this week.

Unencrypted DNS can expose your browsing, but Android's Private DNS keeps it private. Here's how to enable it.