When it comes to Alexa-powered smart speakers, Amazon’s Echo line is one of the most popular options. The original Echo debuted in July 2015 and inspired several generations of sister speakers, including the Echo Dot and Echo Pop: two of the least expensive products in the family. But when it comes to overall audio quality,…
Anyone who travels by plane these days knows that there are some pretty important rules when it comes to packing. But along with the usual rules around weapons, liquids, and gels, portable power banks – and other electronic devices containing lithium-ion batteries – are facing increased scrutiny due to an increased risk of fire and…
Since its creation, Meta has not hesitated to buy various companies. From WhatsApp and Instagram to small, unknown companies that are now fully integrated, the social media giant has spent big money buying out the competition. More than 100 purchases were made, which owner Mark Zuckerberg said were always about attracting talent and not the…
If you want to buy electronic devices, there is no shortage of options. Retailers such as Best Buy and Amazon are popular, especially when you want the item delivered to your door. But if you want the best deals on electronics, your top choices are Costco and Micro Center. Each store has its own advantages,…
For many people, cloud storage provides a safety net. You take a photo with your phone and by the time you’re done looking at it, it’s already saved to the cloud. However, saving your photos to the cloud isn’t the same as backing them up, and if you’re not careful, you could lose hundreds or…
For many users, choosing a browser means jumping straight to the default operating system configuration, like Microsoft Edge or Apple’s Safari. Some might even venture further and take over Google Chrome. However, a subset of users is dedicated to researching and finding the best option for their needs among Internet browsers, and after reviewing the…
On some laptop models, such as Lenovo ThinkPads and Dell Latitude or Precision Workstation laptops, the F4 key performs a slightly different function than on other models. Instead of closing an application window or changing the brightness, the F4 key mutes your built-in microphone or an external headset. The LED on this button lights up…
If you’re in the market for a new e-paper tablet, you’ve chosen the perfect time to buy one. Two of the biggest brands using E Ink technology just released their latest note-taking tablets in May: reMarkable announced the Paper Pure in May 2026 (which is why the reMarkable 2 was discontinued), and a few days…
Siri is a fundamental part of the Apple CarPlay experience. Even though a revamped Siri with Google Gemini is expected to arrive later this year with iOS 27, the personal assistant is already useful for CarPlay users, helping control the infotainment experience, make calls, manage music, and more. Although Apple didn’t really improve Siri with…
Apple will unveil watchOS 27 during its WWDC 2026 keynote on Monday, June 8, and a handful of new features have already been rumored. The first developer beta of watchOS 27 should be available immediately after the keynote, and a public beta typically follows in July. The update is expected to be released to all…