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3 iPhone Travel Chargers That Will Keep You Powered Up Anywhere in the World
Technology3 iPhone Travel Chargers That Will Keep You Powered Up Anywhere in the World

These days, packing for travel involves more than bundling some clothes and maybe a book or two. A proliferation of devices — phone, smartwatch, earbuds and more — also brings a tangle of cables and chargers to keep them powere...

By Nick Guy

October 28, 2024

These Are The Best Cases for The iPhone 16, According to Our Longtime Apple Reviewer
TechnologyThese Are The Best Cases for The iPhone 16, According to Our Longtime Apple Reviewer

I’ve reviewed thousands of iPhone cases since 2011, for more than 20 models. It was my full-time job for years. In that time I’ve seen trends come and go, styles evolve and designs perfected. Cases are a very personal choice, a...

By Nick Guy

September 20, 2024

Consider this Smartwatch Before You Buy Your Kid Their First Phone
TechnologyConsider this Smartwatch Before You Buy Your Kid Their First Phone

I like to call myself a professional uncle. I love spoiling my nieces and nephew, but I'm happy I don't have to make important decisions about their lives, like when to give them their first phones. At the same time, I'm a prof...

By Nick Guy

September 17, 2024

Apple’s Newest iPads: Who Actually Needs to Upgrade?
TechnologyApple’s Newest iPads: Who Actually Needs to Upgrade?

While 2023 came and went without any updates to the iPad lineup, Apple today introduced a new collection of its higher-end tablets. This includes the iPad Air and iPad Pro, both of which offer a number of improvements over thei...

By Nick Guy

May 7, 2024

The Best Game Consoles for Every Type of Player
TechnologyThe Best Game Consoles for Every Type of Player

When you’re spending hundreds of dollars for a new gaming console, you want the best you can get. Which is good news: The current crop of consoles are all excellent—and excellent for different reasons. Whether you’re hoping to ...

By David Murphy

April 18, 2024

This Supersize Calendar Helps Busy Families Get It Done
TechnologyThis Supersize Calendar Helps Busy Families Get It Done

The mental math of modern parenting—can you drive child A to soccer practice before teen B needs to be picked up from the orthodontist with a stop at the pet store leaving enough time to make a healthy dinner—has a new ally cal...

By Leslie Yazel

April 9, 2024

The Best Soundbar and Subwoofer Sets for Your TV Under $1,000
TechnologyThe Best Soundbar and Subwoofer Sets for Your TV Under $1,000

If you’re having trouble understanding dialogue in TV shows or wish watching movies at home was more like the experience in a theater, there is a solution (And it’s not to buy a whole new television). Even good TVs tend to have...

By Geoffrey Morrison

March 26, 2024

The 10 Best Camera Bags to Transport Your Photo Gear in Style and Comfort
TechnologyThe 10 Best Camera Bags to Transport Your Photo Gear in Style and Comfort

A good camera bag for your still camera or video equipment is crucial to keep your investment protected and secure. Whether it’s a small fanny pack or a travel-ready roller, there’s no shortage of high-quality options available...

By Dan Bracaglia

March 17, 2024

I’m an Apple Early Adopter, and the Vision Pro Isn’t Right for Me—Yet
TechnologyI’m an Apple Early Adopter, and the Vision Pro Isn’t Right for Me—Yet

It’s a little embarrassing to admit how many times I’ve said “I’ll wait for the next version” of a hot, newly launched Apple product, only to end up with a signature white bag in my hand soon after. It happened with the iPhone ...

By Nick Guy

February 12, 2024

Frustrated After Trying to Stream the Super Bowl? Get This Antenna for Next Year
TechnologyFrustrated After Trying to Stream the Super Bowl? Get This Antenna for Next Year

To host the best Super Bowl party, you need snacks and drinks, of course, but more crucially, you need a reliable way to watch the game. That wasn’t a given for Super Bowl 58. Complaints about streaming apps buffering, crashing...

By Nick Guy

February 12, 2024