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From vacation to staycation, these high-tech gadgets will help you make the most of your summer.

Combining smoke and carbon monoxide detection with an Alexa-powered smart speaker makes the Onelink Safe & Sound a smart addition to any home.

Don't give up your privacy to Facebook. These are the two key privacy settings you need to verify.

Through partnerships with big tech companies, Facebook has been sharing your personal information even if you told them not to.

The latest update to WatchOS makes small improvements to just about everything, including health features, app options and notifications. 

The latest update to MacOS comes with a new work mode and improvements to Safari security and Finder functionality.

Apple's latest iOS update speeds up older devices, adds big improvements to Siri and Photos, and provides screentime management tools.

Cellular carriers have been selling your location information to third parties, who aren't doing much to keep it secure.

New malware that may have infected 500,000 routers can spy on you and destroy your router. The quick fix is rebooting your router. Here's how.

HTC's U12+ has the power to compete with flagship phones from LG and Samsung and gets a few upgrades to make everyday operation easier. 

There are no worries about screen addiction with this screen-free LTE device that lets you track and talk to your kids.

Lego lets kids program their new line of Powered Up smart toys, combining movement, speed, sound, and duration commands to create custom stunts.

Lenovo delivers a completely stand-alone virtual reality (VR) headset and easy-to-use VR camera, making VR easily accessible for everyone.

Google is using artificial intelligence to make using its software smarter and easier to use.

Our choice for best sub-$1,000 4K TV just became an even better value thanks to improved image quality.

The LG G7 ThinQ is smarter than your average smartphone with its AI-assisted camera capabilities, Google Assistant camera controls and more. 

Amazon has announced a 20% rate hike for Amazon Prime from $99 to $119 per year. We help you weigh the perks versus the price.

The YouTube Kids app has had problems with inappropriate content slipping by their algorithms, but now it offers better tools to restrict what your child watches.

With FreeTime Unlimited and new kid-friendly Alexa skills, Alexa could become your child's virtual best friend.

Google's popular email app has gotten a major overhaul that adds a ton of new convenience features. We highlight the ones you should try first.

Personalize your Alexa-enabled device with your own apps, including interactive stories, flashcards, and apps to help the sitter care for your child or pet. 

The FTC says it's illegal for companies to tell you how or where to repair your gadgets if you want warranty coverage.

Online quizzes and memes that ask for outdated personal information like your first car or your first pet's name seem fun, but sharing could help hackers get into your accounts.

These Russian cyberattacks have deeply penetrated the US government and caused significant potential damage.

Facebook has put up a link so you can easily check to see if Cambridge Analytica has your personal data.

FreeTime Unlimited now lets you monitor your kids' screen time on Amazon Fire tablets and Android devices from your smartphone or computer.

Facebook has made it easier to mass delete apps and control the information they can access. Here's how.

The latest software update for iPhone and iPad gives owners more control of their device and how much personal information they share. 

Default passwords, used by many connected devices, let hackers into your home network — no hacking skills required.

Was the crash a technology or human fail? Watch the video and you decide.

Using a malt-based ink, Beer Ripples can print just about anything on the surface of beer.

Fitbit's new health and fitness smartwatch delivers just the features you need at a lower price.

From adding security lighting to providing the perfect ambiance for your next party, these smart Hue outdoor-rated lights can help.

Online photo design service Mixbook makes creating custom photo books as easy as taking a snapshot.

Browsing a website can be enough for a malicious script to slow your computer to a crawl and put pricy cryptocurrency into hackers' pockets.

In addition to top-tier picture quality, Samsung's newest TVs feature technology that makes them blend more easily with your decor.

A new tool will tell you if your password — not just your account name — has been compromised in a data breach

Even if you aren't tagged in photos, Facebook can notify you when they're published.

Google is offering a streamlined version of Android 8.0 Oreo designed to make low-end smartphones run smoothly. Here's what you will and won't get.

Samsung’s new Galaxy S9 and S9+ phones have a new camera chock full of new features, but is it enough to make you want to upgrade?

A recently-discovered bug could cause your messaging apps on your Apple devices to crash, but now there's a fix.

Our connected devices aren't always very secure, but Bitdefender BOX keeps them (and us) safe anyway.

Learn how this scam works and what you need to do to protect yourself.

With the addition of Roku support, it's finally easy to watch YouTube TV on your actual TV

Our favorite smart light is getting smarter with new software that will automatically sync its colors with what's on your screen.

10 most innovative laptops and 2-in-1 from CES 2018. Find out what's new in laptops including Alexa, Dell Connect and fanless laptops.

The Anker Roav Viva USB charger brings Alexa into the car so you can play music, get directions, order coffee and control your Alexa-enabled devices at home.

Google can compare your selfie to thousands of works of art in seconds and find a famous portrait that looks like you.

Coravin Model 11 Wine Preservation wine opener pours a glass of wine without opening the bottle and tracks how much left you have left in each bottle.

Beyond voice control, smart homes now have artificial intelligence to learn your habits. Some AI devices will have personalities and emotion.

Upgrade your smart speaker to a smart display with this Google Assistant-powered gadget. 

Our editors pick their favorite consumer tech products from the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show.

Comcast Xfinity customers soon can use voice to control a smart home. Free to customers, they can add scenes that control lights, thermostat and more.

Home security company Honeywell offers attractive Alexa enabled base-station speaker with camera as heart of a diy whole home security system. 

Avoid 2000 calorie morning smoothies with this connected blender that tells you the exact nutritional values of your smoothie as you make it. 

The Free ADT Go app will make you and your family feel safe. Our video shows how features like a panic SOS button and monitoring kids driving habits work.

The next generation of mobile networks, 5G, will be all the buzz at CES 2018. At speeds faster than gigabit internet, could this be the end of your home ISP?

Alexa voice controls everything from your toilet to shower, bath, to the kitchen sink as announced at CES 2018. Talk to a mirror, or to the wall. 

Tech companies are looking to revitalize your beauty routine with smart products designed to improve your skincare regimen.

Newly discovered flaws mean that your computers, smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices are likely vulnerable.

Roku announces its own voice assistant to set up and control Roku products, including new Smart Soundbars and Smart Speakers.

LG's 2018 TV lineup promises top-tier picture quality as well as smarts.

Apple has been slowing down iPhones with battery problems, and after public outcry, the company is now making fixes affordable.

Grab a great game or set yourself up for New Year's resolution success with this list of the best apps of the year.

From augmented reality to mindfulness meditation, this list of apps has something for everyone.

Keep your online accounts safe by avoiding these common passwords

Google takes a look back at 2017 through the eyes of a search engine.

There are a number of reasons why wall mounting your TV makes a lot more sense. And you may be surprised how easy it is to find and install a TV wall mount.

You can now shop eBay auctions by taking a picture or using a picture you find on another website.

Drop tests show the latest iPhone probably won’t survive a fall.

Many news organizations warned of a scam involving robocalls asking “Can you hear me?" But was anyone really scammed? Probably not.

Dashlane automates every password annoyance, making staying safe simple.

Would you let a stranger enter your home when you're away to deliver a package? Amazon is betting on it.

The new WD My Cloud Home is a simple-to-use content management solution for your entire family’s collection of photos, videos and more.

Your kids can now talk to Mickey Mouse and more with new games and stories in Google Assistant.

The FTC is warning that scammers are faking its Consumer Response Center phone number to trick you into giving up personal information. 

New linked accounts will let teens independently shop online, while letting you keep an eye on their purchases. 

Get your holiday shopping list started with this run-down of the most anticipated games of the year.

Google and Apple record everywhere you go. Here's how to turn off tracking, view your location information and delete it.

Google unveiled two new smart speaker products that offer solid alternatives to their Echo counterparts. But do these new speakers make the grade?

Google's new Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL phones eschew sleek designs for more practical features.

The latest Adobe Elements apps are all about making your life easier, with smart editing features that let you zip through editing projects.

The SanDisk iXpand Base backs up your photos and videos while your phone charges.

The latest lineup of Roku streaming media players packs in a bunch of new conveniences, including a built-in broadcast TV guide for cord cutters.

You don't even need a computer to hack your unlock pattern. 

Amazon expands its lineup of Alexa-enable Echo products with models that control your smart home and double as your alarm clock.

August Home's latest locks add hands-free unlocking convenience to your smart home setup.

The Roku Channel will offer a selection of high-end Hollywood content, with advertising in lieu of a subscription fee.

Get ready to pre-order your new iPhone, Apple Watch or Apple TV. Here's what's new.

All four major carriers typically provide high download speeds. But all things are not equal amongst the carriers, or across cities—here's who came out on top.

You could be one of 143 million Americans whose critical personal data was exposed. Here's what to do now.

With Apple set to announce new iPhones next week, now is the best time to unload your old smartphone. We compare the trade-in sites.

 H20+ Beauty's MiLi Moisture Meter takes moisture readings to let you track your skin's moisture level over time.

Bluetooth 5 promises a longer range, faster transfer speed, larger data transfer, and a stronger signal. Here's what you need to know. 

Bitdefender's 2018 product line provides everything from robust malware protection to privacy tools to system optimization to parental controls.

The information in barcodes on boarding passes and other tickets can compromise your identity.

Backing up your iPhone is as easy as plugging it in to charge with the SanDisk iXpand Base.

Western Digital just announced its 400GB SanDisk Ultra microSDXC card – the world’s highest-capacity microSD card.

Western Digital's My Cloud Home and My Cloud Home Duo lets you back up wirelessly and access your files from anywhere.

A lineup of new features makes the Ionic the best Fitbit yet, but is it the right fitness tracker for you?