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New ocean-sensing drones are being built to withstand the deepest depths of the ocean.

Don't count your old Windows laptop out yet.

Wireless keyboards introduce convenience and portability, but they can't quite keep up with wired keyboards in some cases.

Google Maps' Timeline feature is great for looking back at your past travels, but it's also discomforting to see all that history in one place.

It also promised players that Marathon will keep growing and improving.

Safari on iPhone is more private than many other browsers by default, but it can't keep your information safe from everything.

The EU has proposed a sustainability labeling system ahead of bringing in minimum data center performance standards.

The latest addition to X's Under the Hood feature could stave off claims around shadowbanning.

A big part of the story is soaring memory and storage prices, but other factors come into play as well.

The mega-merger of the year will apparently go forward.

The iPhone Duo makes some big changes to iOS to account for the foldable design.

Siri has long been known for its stagnation, but that changes with iOS 27 and accompanying releases.

Its foothold in the EU may be growing, but larger countries are still wary of the self-driving tech.

The viral indie game Dressmaker hits Steam today, so here's a juicy QA with the dev team at Cozy Lives.

Google and Samsung's digital wallets are solid options for storing cards, passes, tickets and IDs on Android devices, but there are some subtle differences.

Siri AI brings a lot of improvements, but you might not be able to use it for a while, even with iOS 27 and a compatible device.

The Game & Watch line was one of Nintendo's most successful early game projects, and the man behind it was inspired from an unlikely source.

Getting an adapter can open up a world of connectivity and charging options, but specs and brand matter quite a lot.

Hardly the first time it's run afoul of EU regulations.

The PS5 has both disc-based and digital-only consoles; the right one for you depends on how you play your games and what else you use the console for.

In all seriousness, this smart feeder could be quite handy for multi-cat households.

Unless it's connected to Wi-Fi all day every day, your smartphone is using up data almost constantly.

USB-C did away with the annoying requirement to plug in a cable right side up, but USB-A and USB-C have other major differences.

The first Googlebooks are up for pre-order today and they arrive on October 4.

One may get you more value for the phone.

At $899, the new Mac mini loses the fun factor of the previous models.

The new Googlebooks from Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP and Lenovo cover a variety of sizes and form factors.

At $11,299, the M5 Ultra's extra performance over the M5 Max model is only worth it for select buyers.

Network switches are an easy way to add more Ethernet ports to your home network, but you'll need to pick from the many varieties available.

Your iPad can give your Mac or PC some much-needed extra screen space.

A smart display from Apple that would compete with Amazon's Echo Show may finally launch soon.

Android Auto will run right on your tablet's screen with the Open Headunit app.

Amazon claims Meta's Muse is a safety risk and bars the AI agent from shopping on its website.

Apple's variable aperture might capture better photos, but is near impossible to fix if it breaks.

If you find yourself swapping between two iPhones regularly, whether for work or casual use, you're going to want to set up Handoff.

Wired and wireless internet are both ways that ISPs deliver service to your home, but one isn't necessarily superior to the other.

If you aren't happy with Siri while driving, several other chatbot apps are compatible with CarPlay now.

With the influx of premium streaming services, it can be difficult to find apps that offer access to free movies and TV channels in the sea of options.

FaceTime isn't actually an Apple-exclusive feature.

Xbox mode is akin to Big Picture Mode, where you get a gaming-friendly interface that works well with a controller.

SpaceXAI's Grok Bot is a digital 'teammate' that can handle complex and boring tasks that would otherwise clutter your day.

A Smart TV doesn't just sit idle when you push the power button on your remote.

The default sticker options in iMessage and WhatsApp are cool but maybe a little limited.

The handheld maker is offering free exchanges for any Duo Lite customers who want to upgrade.

E Ink excels for tasks like reading and note-taking.

The side button on Samsung's Galaxy phones has performed different functions over the years, but you can really make it do whatever you want.

The startup is looking to expand beyond electric air taxi rides in major cities.

The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers has a simple method for calculating the ideal viewing distance based on your TV size.

Some phones have IR blasters to enable remote functions, but even if yours doesn't, you can do quite a lot over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

Whether you just got a Sonos speaker or you're adding one to your current setup, you'll need to use the app.