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Supernote nomad in hand

There has never been a better time to buy an e-ink reading device

The e-ink device market has exploded. From bare-bones readers to color note-takers, there's never been a better time to ditch your phone screen and pick up a dedicated reading device.
supernote and book in hand

I gave up physical books and my reading life has never been better

Night reading, built-in dictionaries, cheaper books, and notes you will actually use later. Here is the case for ditching physical books and never looking back.
Supernote Nomad in hand

Why I chose the Supernote Nomad over other e-ink tablets

After months of research and comparing over half a dozen e-ink tablets, I finally settled on the Supernote Nomad. Here are the five reasons it beat every other option on my list.
OnePlus Pad 4 being held up in a promo teaser poster

OnePlus Pad 4 is a solid iPad antidote for Android loyalists, and it’s about to land in stores

For Android users who’ve always looked at the iPad with envy, the OnePlus Pad 4 is shaping up to be a very convincing antidote—and it is not hard to see why. OnePlus is pitching its next flagship tablet as a big-screen, keyboard-friendly, ultra-slim machine that can handle work, streaming, and gaming without feeling like an […]
Home screen of iPad running iPadOS 26.

Everything new that’s coming to your iPad with iPadOS 26.4

iPadOS 26.4 is packed with surprises, from an immersive Apple Music makeover to AI playlist creation, video podcasts, new emojis, and handy tweaks that make multitasking and customization on the iPad even better.
The OnePlus Pad Go 2, laid down in horizontal mode on a table.

I used an Android tablet for 4 weeks, they still lag behind iPad in a number of ways

I've been testing Android tablets for years; here are five reasons that I believe they lag behind iPads.
Beam Browser for iPad.

I found an iPad browser that finally puts a desktop-like experience on Apple’s tablet

Beam adds plenty of desktop-grade browsing flair on the iPad, while throwing its own unique set of features into the mix. It's the most fulfilling browser experience I've ever had on Apple's tablet.
OnePlus Pad Go 2

I thought the iPad is untouchable, but the $399 OnePlus Pad Go 2 shook my belief

The OnePlus Pad Go 2 is one of the most rewarding budget tablets I've used in a while, and it also gets the closest to dethroning the iPad's supremacy.
The OnePlus Pad Go 2 laid down on a table, showing its main page.

After a week with the OnePlus Pad Go 2, it’s threatening the iPad Pro as my go-to gaming tablet

The OnePlus Pad Go 2 offers low-cost entertainment, though with some issues.
iPadOS 26 public beta splash screen running on the M4 iPad Pro 11

Safari isn’t the best iPad browser, and I’m surprised by the solution I found

Despite Apple's strict browser engine restrictions in place, Edge is a far more rewarding experience on the iPad than Safari.
Viewing comics on Onyx Boox Air 5C.

I tested an AI-powered Kindle Scribe rival, and it shows how far behind Amazon is

If you're after a digital note-taking device that is extremely flexible and ready for an AI-first future, the Boox Note Air 5C is the one you should pick.
iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro.

I’m liking Apple’s M5 update because it favors smaller fixes over flashy upgrades

The M5 is faster and ready for AI, but beyond the familiar looks of the hardware it drives, there are plenty of meaningful upgrades.
The 14-inch display on the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra in a kitchen displaying a bbc good food recipe

I love Samsung’s big Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra in my kitchen, here’s why

I've been using Samsung's big Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra in my kitchen; here's why I'm in love with it, as well as why I really like the smaller Galaxy Tab S11 as well.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite next to the Kindle Scribe.

Amazon needs to reboot Kindle by properly embracing Android

Amazon's Kindle is ubiquitous, but so are its technical limitations. Amazon can solve a vast share of the fundamental frustrations by simply embracing Android.
Taking macOS for a spin on the OnePlus Pad 3 tablet

I ran macOS on an Android tablet but it left me with hope and headache

Running macOS on a flagship Android tablet felt like a revelation, but despite being in a position to do better, Apple likely won't attempt this stunt.
Galaxy Tab S11

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 hands on: the return of the small boy

After a brief hiatus, Samsung has finally launched a new version of its smallest tablet lineup. I went hands on with the Galaxy Tab S11, and it's one of the best small tablets you can buy, here's why.
Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra display

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra hands on: still the biggest tablet

This is Samsung's massive 14.6-inch tablet, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra. It offers a few welcome improvements over previous years, but follows the same tried-and-tested design, and offers the whole package at a cheaper price. Should you buy it?
OnePlus Pad 3 and iPad Air.

OnePlus Pad 3 made it surprisingly easy for me to forget the iPad Air

The OnePlus Pad 3 is more than 13-inch speed demon. It even crosses the ecosystem boundaries that have kept the iPad Air in a safe spot so far.
A person slipping the Remarkable PAper Pro Move into their bag

The ReMarkable Paper Pro Move is bending my brain

I’ve been a technology journalist for more years than I care to mention, and over that time a few things have become an indispensable part of my tech arsenal – with the ReMarkable 2 tablet being front and center. I love the fact that it’s just useless for nearly everything except writing things down. It […]
Red Magic Astra tablet and iPad Mini.

I found an iPad mini antidote for Android fans, and it’s a lot better

The Red Magic Astra is a fantastic small tablet that takes on the iPad mini, and beats it with more substance than it ideally should at a $499 ask.
Rear shell of 2021 iPad Pro.

Every iPad release in chronological order: 2010-2025

The iPad has defined entertainment and computing on a tablet. Here's a history of Apple's famed slate, from the origin to its current status.
Rear shell of 2021 iPad Pro.

iPad: Everything you need to know about Apple’s iconic tablets

The iPad has defined what a tablet computing dream looks like. But it's so much more than that, and we're breaking it down to help you pick the right one.
macOS Tahoe 26 public beta running on the M4 MacBook Air 15

I installed the iOS, iPadOS and macOS 26 beta, here’s what happened

I've spent a month with the new iOS 26, iPadOS 26 and macOS 26 Tahoe developer betas. Apple has just released the first public beta for all of these devices — after a month with the updates, here's why you should probably install it.
The front of the Galaxy Z Fold 7

One UI 8: Everything you need to know about the new Samsung Galaxy software

One UI 8 is not heavy on looks, but it brings a ton of minor, but meaningful changes to the native apps you will find on your Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
4 windows open on the iPad Pro 11 on iPadOS 26 developer beta 1

5 things you need to try in the iPadOS 26 public beta right now

iPadOS 26 is the biggest functional update Apple has delivered on its tablets in years, and it brings the iPad closer to the dream of Mac-like workflows.
Home screen of iPad running iPadOS 26.

Does iPadOS 26 make Apple’s cheapest tablet feel any better? We found out

Stage Manager? Yes. Menu Bar controls? Of course. Expanded window tiling? That, too. iPadOS 26 has just tranformed the cheapest iPad for me.
Hero image for AppleCare One service package.

AppleCare One is the device protection plan I’ve always wished for

Instead of paying for coverage on each device, AppleCare One lets you pay for three at once, while also availing theft and loss protection benefits.
Side full view of the ESR Rebound Magnetic keyboard for the iPad.

I found the best iPad keyboard and it’s half the price of Apple’s

ESR's keyboard borrows the sleek magnetic design of Apple's pricey keyboard cases, but waters it down to a much more palatable price for the entry-level iPad.
Watching video feed via Alexa+

The 7 best Alexa features you’re missing out on

You might use Alexa every day, but you might be overlooking some of its best features.
Magic Keyboard and iPad Pro.

10 iPadOS 26 tips and tricks to try once the public beta drops

iPadOS 26 is a solid step forward at making the iPad act like a computing machine. There's a lot to unpack, but these ten upgrades are worth waiting for.
Apple Features

These are the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 updates you’ll actually use

WWDC 2025 delivered a huge array of new features, these are my six favorites from Apple's new software.
Semi-open state of a foldable iPhone concept

This one iPadOS 26 feature has me excited for the iPhone Fold

The iPad just took a huge leap forward with iPadOS 26 and this one feature has me super excited about the upcoming iPhone Fold. Here's why.
4 windows open multitasking on the iPad Pro M4 11 running iPadOS 26 developer beta 1

Apple’s new iPadOS 26 shows Google what Android tablets need

Apple has revamped multitasking and productivity in iPadOS 26 and having used it for two days, it's already shown these four things that Google needs to add to Android.
4 windows open on the iPad Pro 11 on iPadOS 26 developer beta 1

The iPadOS 26 developer beta has transformed my iPad

I’ve been using the iPadOS 26 beta for the past 24 hours on my iPad Pro 11 with M4, and it has completely transformed my iPad experience. Here’s how.
iPadOS 26 home screen on an iPad

Will my iPad get iPadOS 26? Here’s every supported model

We've got the full list of iPadOS 26 supported devices - find out if you're getting the new iPad update.
The back of the OnePlus Pad 3.

The OnePlus Pad 3 is one of the best tablets I’ve used, here’s why

Move over Samsung, there's a new Android contender vying for the best Android tablets crown. I've used the OnePlus Pad 3 for a couple of weeks; here's why it's one of the best tablets you can buy.
You Asked

You Asked: State of smartphone design, Slate Truck breakdown, and soundbars under $600

On today’s You Asked: What's to come with the new Slate Truck and its potential availability? Is it worth the hype? Why does it feel like smartphone design and innovation has stalled recently? And why do directors think that ultra wide 21:9 is a good ratio for movies?
Rolling Square Edge Pro Core attached to iPad Air 2025.

How a $30 accessory made my iPad Air perfect for travel and streaming

The Rolling Square Edge Pro Core is transforming the way I use my 13-inch iPad Air by making it more portable and easy-to-use.