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The app brings Reels to Amazon Fire TV devices, letting you watch short videos organized into channels on the big screen. Other devices may be coming.

Apple adds a new slider to reduce transparency on the lock screen clock. The update also lets you set the screen to flash for notifications.

Multiple Shokz open-ear models we recommend – including the OpenRun Pro 2 – just dropped to holiday-level discounts through December 28.

Pebble’s Index 01 water-resistant smart ring lets you record ideas with the press of a button, even when your phone’s out of reach.

If your Apple devices are syncing passwords, the iPhone may auto-connect to any Wi-Fi network it, your Mac, or your iPad has ever used, including unsecured or barely secured ones.

Netflix has mostly ended the ability to wirelessly stream video from Android phones and tablets, iPhones, and iPads. But you can still use a cable.

Like Spotify Wrapped, the new Photos Recap produces a slick compilation of 2025 memories – from pics of family and vistas to snaps of luggage claim checks.

Hackers can steal your browser cookies to access your accounts without passwords. Learn the steps that block cookie jacking and keep your data safe.

It's compact, has no old-fashioned USB-A ports, and charges my MacBook Air faster than Apple's own charger – and about the same while also filling my iPhone.

Discounts range from $30 on the AirPods Pro 3 to $69 on the Airpods 4 (ANC) – both with active noise cancellation. Standard AirPods 4 drop $49

You can now scan your passport with an iPhone to create a TSA-compliant ID for domestic flight check-in, but only at certain airports.

Airlines are enforcing new lithium battery limits for carry-ons. See what’s allowed before your next flight.

A free AI upgrade to Maps adds more natural voice search, proactive traffic alerts, and landmark-aware directions, but falls short of fluid conversation.

A bright 5,000-nit display, gesture control band, and Meta AI make these smart glasses surprisingly capable, but battery life and size still hold them back.

Ray-Ban’s newest Meta smart glasses refine the formula with smoother 3K video, improved AI, and double the battery life – while staying stylish.

Google’s new Recovery Contact feature lets a trusted friend help you regain access to your account if you get locked out. Here’s why you should set it up.

You can now invoke Google's AI assistant just with your voice, but other key actions still require fumbling with your phone.

From plane rides to shooting YouTube videos, the Omoton 360° Rotating MagSafe Tripod Mount proves that one compact stand can do it all.

Rokid’s new smart glasses offer live captions, translations, and a clever fix for prescription lenses – but short battery life could hold them back

Liquid Glass makes iOS 26 the most dramatic iPhone makeover in years. Here’s how it looks, what it adds – and why holding off on the update makes sense.

With Apple’s AirPods Pro 3, you get world-class noise canceling, live translation, better hearing aid support, and a secure new fit.

The Oukitel WP200 Pro delivers rugged durability, a 108MP camera, 8800mAh battery, and a clever modular earpiece that works as a Bluetooth headset or smartwatch.

From AI-powered earbuds to ultra-bright projectors, we found the best new products launching from Europe’s biggest tech show.

With satellite SOS, integrated Gemini AI, and improved health tools, the Pixel Watch 4 is Google’s best smartwatch yet - and arguably better than Apple.

I tested Baseus’s PicoGo AM31 and AM41 MagSafe batteries for weeks. Both work well, but one stood out. Here’s what I liked – and what I didn’t.

Scam messaging factories using Starlink internet service are defrauding Americans out of billions. Here’s why a U.S. senator is calling on Musk to act.

Chrome now requires Android users to re-enable 1Password Autofill. Make this change before August 5 to avoid issues.

Nomad’s Mag Wallet has Find My tracking built in, works with MagSafe, and charges wirelessly – all in premium Horween leather.

From the slimmer “Galaxy Cushion” design to Gemini AI and an antioxidant sensor, here’s what’s different about Samsung’s latest wearables.

Overheating, melting plastic, and fire risk – Anker power banks are under recall. See if yours is on the list and claim your refund or replacement.

The new Rokid AR Spatial system turns glasses into a portable 3-screen workspace with Android app support and immersive visuals up to 300 inches.

A beautiful new interface, better scam detection, and smart search tools make iOS 26 a meaningful iPhone update. But some features will be limited by device.

Adobe’s Photoshop app is now available on Android in beta. It’s loaded with AI and layering tools, but requires time to learn and use well.

Great for travel or working on the go, the 20000mAh CUKTECH 15 Ultra is $87.99 with coupon on Amazon. Dual USB-C, real-time display, and 165W output.

Google's strongest mobile protections are no longer just for Pixel phones. See what Advanced Protection does and why it’s worth using.

Samsung's new Tap to Transfer feature uses NFC to send money instantly – even if the other person doesn’t have a Samsung phone, or a phone at all.

The gorgeous, tiny Butterfly SE simultaneously charges your iPhone at 15W and Apple Watch with a single cable – and it’s now priced right at $79.99.

FTC says text scams cost Americans five times more than in 2020. From phony jobs to fake deliveries, here’s what to avoid and how to report scams.

One UI 7 brings new AI tools to Galaxy phones – think real-time prompts, creative help, and smart suggestions based on how you use your phone.

Google is replacing Assistant with data-hungry Gemini. Discover its impressive new powers, troubling privacy implications, and whether you should be worried.

1Password’s location feature helps users quickly find passwords, security codes, and documents by linking them to physical locations. Here’s how it works.

From smartphones to wearables, these are the MWC 2025 Editor’s Choice winners – our picks for the most innovative and must-have tech of the show.

With WiFi connectivity for high-quality lossless audio streaming, Xiaomi’s Buds 5 Pro set a new standard for true wireless earbuds.

Searching on iPhones just got easier. Circle or tap on any image in Chrome or Google to get instant search results. Here’s how to use this handy new tool.

Your iPhone might feel slower with Low Power Mode enabled. Learn why Apple reduces performance, how it impacts apps, and whether you should use it.

Heart rate tracking in earbuds has been attempted for over a decade, but the Powerbeats Pro 2 may have finally gotten it right with a better fit and sensors.

Google Family Link’s latest update lets parents decide who their kids can call and text, adding long-awaited controls missing from Android parental tools.

Tired of carrying extra cables? Nomad’s Universal Cable integrates a fast charge Apple Watch puck into a USB-C cable. Here’s how it simplifies charging.

Apple is paying $20M to settle a lawsuit over swollen Apple Watch batteries. See if you're eligible and find out how to claim your payout before the deadline.