Azmanjaka/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A modern smartphone is likely to come with external speakers for answering calls or playing music, but some users may want a little more powerful sound. Something like an iPhone 17 can be…
bomber/Shutterstock Computer programmers have never had it so good. There are thousands of programming languages to choose from, allowing you to create code that is elegant, efficient, and even formatted like a Shakespeare play, if you want. Despite this, professional coders typically rely on proven…
The new Gmail Verified Sender program launches on September 8. Kenneth Cheung/Getty Images Google makes it easier for political campaigns in the United States to reach Gmail users, The New York Times reports. Thanks to a new Gmail Verified Senders program, quietly announced via a message in the company’s Help Center,…
Apple will launch its annual Apple Watch National Parks Activity Challenge on Sunday, August 23 to celebrate America’s national parks. Apple Watch owners can earn an Apple Watch Activity Reward by completing a hike, walk, run, or wheelchair push lasting 20 minutes or more on August 23, 2026. Winning this award is a walk in…
Sestović/Getty Images E-reader owners can use services like OverDrive’s Libby to rent library books that are delivered to their device of choice. Usually, when you check out a book, you have a specified loan term and must “return” the book when the due date arrives,…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Best Buy is one of the largest sources for laptop retail, and August is one of the best months to hunt for a deal. With back-to-school season in full swing, the retailer regularly takes hundreds of dollars off popular…
Adam Doud/BGR I have sort of a love-hate relationship with Google speakers. When they first came out, their main competition came from Amazon and their Echo devices. Back then, Echo speakers were pretty good at asking about the weather and ordering from Amazon – and…
OpenAI adds a ChatGPT mode for teens that includes parental controls, improved content protections, and a focus on learning. ChatGPT for Teens is “designed to help teens learn, think critically, deepen their understanding, and use AI with confidence,” the company said in a blog post announcing the feature. The feature includes learning-focused getting started prompts…
Xfinity Shield is designed to bring home, family and cybersecurity protection together. Comcast Comcast has unveiled a new home security platform called Xfinity Shield. The company says this combines home, family and cybersecurity protection in one app and puts Wi-Fi at the center. It offers a service called Wi-Fi Shield to…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you’re on the move, whether for business or leisure, compact travel gadgets are definitely the way to go. A compact keyboard, for example, is essential if you want to travel light but still want a comfortable typing experience….