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Hinge view of Vivo X Fold 5 foldable phone

I love the Galaxy Z Fold 7, but I wish to buy this foldable phone instead

Samsung did a great job with upgrades on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, but the Vivo X Fold 5 beats it soundly when it comes to practical foldable phone conveniences.
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.
Rwar shell of the the OnePlus Nord 5.

OnePlus Nord 5 shows Samsung how to make the perfect Galaxy S25 FE

OnePlus Nord 5 combines standout looks with top-shelf practical perks. If Samsungs wants a truly great Galaxy S25 FE, this is where it should look and learn.
AirPods 4 and OnePlus Buds outside their case.

I love my AirPods, but I can’t stop listening to the OnePlus Buds 4

Ever since I shifted away from the AirPods 4 and got the OnePlus Buds 4, the latter's audio and functional excellence have made it hard to put them down.
OnePlus Buds 4 earbuds' touch zone.

OnePlus Buds 4 review: Redrawing the lines of audio quality on a budget

OnePlus Buds 4 deliver an extremely good noise cancelation experience, and pair it with a rich sound output and solid battery life.
Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch, stylus, and keyboard.

I found the best Prime Day deal on a tablet hidden beyond Amazon

If you're enamored by tablets, but hold back due to their functional limitations, you can put your faith in the Surfacw Pro 12-inch at an unbeatable price.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C and MagSafe review

The best Prime Day audio deal I found comes from an unexpected brand

As part of Amazon's Prime Day deals fest, Apple's second-gen AirPods Pro earbuds have received a deep price cut, which makes them an absolute steal.
Person wearing Pebble Halo smart ring.

I tested a smart ring with a display. I liked it more than I wanted to

I don’t need yet another screen in my life. Or at least that’s what I have been telling myself for years. I used to believe it was a pet peeve. But a quick look at Reddit and X shows a whole bunch of people who are experimenting with the “dumb phone” trend, or flaunting their […]
Heart rate on the Apple Watch Series 7.

The US wants a wearable for all. Experts say it won’t fix the health crisis

The Secretary of Health Services wants every American to use a wearable device in the next four years. Experts say it's a great move, but not a cure-all.
Employing the Dory app switcher on a MacBook Air

An elegant Mac app has turned my basic tasks into a whole lot of fun

Switching between apps is a productivity routine for all Mac users. Dory makes the chore a lot easier and gives it an aesthetic spin that is a joy to watch.
The Android 16 logo on the screen of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold

5 Android 16 tips and tricks you can try on your Pixel right now

Android 16 brings a bunch of next-gen tricks to the table, but after testing it for months, I highly recommend these five features to all enthusiasts.
Ant Browser facilitates web access on the Apple Watch.

Do web browsers on the Apple Watch make sense?

I thought the idea of web browsing on a watch was dumb. Then I tried the Ant browser, and it changed my perception of how they can solve multiple problems.
The conceptual A18 Pro MacBook

I’d love Apple to make a cheap MacBook with iPhone power

Apple is reportedly planning a more affordable MacBook powered by the same processor as the iPhone 16 Pro. It sounds ridiculous, but practically exciting, too.
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.
Concept render of iPhone Flip.

Apple has no plans for a flip-style foldable iPhone and that’s a shame 

Apple is heavily expected to launch a book-style foldable phones next year, but what the company really needs a flip-style clamshell foldable with mass appeal.
Mircrosoft Surface Laptop and MacBook Air.

Windows has a major AI problem, and it’s pushing me closer to Apple

The Copilot+ suite of AI tools has left Windows 11 in a spot where even the most powerful Intel silicon can't run it, but aging Macs are doing just fine.
AI features within Safari.

Apple must steal these 3 tab features to make Safari truly irresistible

Safari is the go-to choice for Apple ecosystem denizens, but when it comes to tab activity, Dia and Opera are miles ahead. It's time Apple takes some notes.
Red Magic 10S Pro and iPhone.

I tested a wild phone that Apple must copy to boost gaming on iPhones

The Red Magic 10S Pro is arguably the bets phone for gaming on the planet, but it offers so much more for a fraction of the Apple's flagship smartphones.
Indigo camera core controls.

Adobe made the best iPhone camera app you haven’t tried yet, and it’s free

The folks over at Adobe made a camera app that leaps over the iPhone's weaknesses, especially in low light scenarios. I didn't expect myself to like it so much.
Outer display of Samsung and Motorola foldable phones.

Flip foldables are running into design wall, and you’re just going to accept it

Flip-style foldable phones were meant to be retro-chic and fun, but the quest to make them more functional has condemned them to a design monotony puddle.
Rear view of lid on M4 MacBook Air.

Apple needs an AI magic pill, but I’m not desperate for it on macOS

Apple deserves criticism for lagging behind Google and Microsoft, but when it comes to practicality, the Mac isn't practically gasping for an AI magic pill.
iPhone atop a MacBook Air.

The best part of macOS Tahoe is it feels more like an iPhone than ever

With macOS Tahoe, Apple put the defining iOS experience on the Mac. From call screening to control center, it's all there, just the way you see it on iPhones.
Launch screen of Dia browser.

I loved this AI-first web browser, but experts warned me of ‘free’ AI

Dia is a web browser that puts an AI assistant at your fingertips. It is practically rewarding, but experts tell me there are some hot risks to contend with.
Home page of the Meta AI app on mobile.

Your Meta AI chats are not really a secret. Here’s how to keep them private

Meta's AI app on mobile has been exposing deeply personal information in a public Discover feed. You must follow these steps to plug those leaks.
FocusNotch on a MacBook Air.

I hated the Macbook notch, but this app has made me love it

Apple is yet to deliver a meaningful utility out of the MacBook's wide notch, but a free app turned it into a focus powerhouse for my daily work.
Person holding the Google Pixel 9.

Forget Pro Max iPhones and Ultra Samsungs, the best phone I’ve used in years is the humble Pixel 9

After spending a few months with the best from Apple and Samsung, I returned to the Pixel 9 and I think it offers a lot at a much lighter hit on the wallet.
Google Home and Gemini integration on a Nest Hub Max

Apple’s smart home device plans are running late, but I’m ready to wait

Due to AI development snags, the next-gen Siri is late. But if that means a better user experience, the wait for an Apple-made smart display would be worth it.
Advanced Protection in Android 16.

Android 16 put a digital bodyguard on my phone and you must enable it

Away from the splashy new design and a built-in desktop mode, Android 16 introduces two new safety features that will protect your phone like a vigilant knight.
Using Spotlight in macOS Tahoe on a MacBook Air.

Apple’s updated Spotlight is the best upgrade in macOS Tahoe

In macOS Tahoe, Spotlight evolves into an all-knowing, all-seeing assistant that learns from your history and performs tasks with words, instead of clicks.
Android 16 logo on Google Pixel 6a kept on the edge of a table.

Android 16 is now available to download, and here are 3 reasons why you should

Android 16 introduces the most comprehensive set of safety features and promises to take the tablet experience into the realm of meaningful computing.
Writing tools in Apple Notes.

These two macOS 26 features would transform the way I use my Mac

Apple's Notes app needs to solve its access and functional problems. It won't take a magic spell to do so, as plenty of apps already fill that gap for free.
Concept design with glass aesthetics on iPad.

Apple’s glass-like software redesign sounds cool, but it isn’t exactly new

Apple is eyeing a design overhaul across iPhones, iPads, and macOS that is inspired by glass. This won't be the first time we're seeing glassmorphism.
An iPhone 15 Pro Max running iOS 18, showing its home screen.

iOS 26 rumored to go back to basics with four intriguing upgrades

At WWDC 2025, Apple could return to the basics and fill the functional gaps in the Phone and Camera apps that an average iPhone user will appreciate.
Background apps on M4 MacBook Air.

I’m using this powerful macOS feature that many ignore, and you should too 

The humble Menu Bar on your Mac is a productivity powerhouse lying unused. With these free apps, I got more out of it than Apple would let you natively.
An iPhone 16 laying on a shelf with its screen on.

5 rumored iOS 26 features we could see at WWDC 2025

The highly anticipated iOS 26 update may not be all about aesthetic snazz and jazz. Instead, Apple could bring five notable changes to its in-house iPhone apps.
Quick controls for sketchig on the the Boox Go 7 E Ink tablet.

I tested a pocketable note-taking tablet that puts the Kindle to shame

The second-generation Boox Color Go 7 puts a stylus into the mix and delivers a tablet experience that makes the Kindle feel like a stone age relic.
A close-up photo of the Shortcuts app on an Apple device, against a red background.

Apple’s most underrated app could change soon, and you’re going to love it

Apple's underrated Shortcuts app awaits an AI boost and I can't wait / Apple's most underrated app could change soon, and you're going to love it
View of the rear shell on Dell Pro 14 laptop.

Torn between a Macbook Air and Pro? I’d recommend something totally different

The Dell Pro 14 crams an AMD Ryzen AI 7 Pro processor inside a chassis that's nearly as light as the MacBook Air, but with a ton of extra practical goodies.