APPLE · NEWSApple's October 28 event: touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro and OLED iPad mini, what to expectApple is reportedly unveiling its first touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro, an OLED iPad mini and M6 Macs at a Los Angeles launch on October 28, 2026. What is reported, what is unconfirmed and whether you should wait before buying.
TV · BUYING GUIDEHow to choose an 85-inch TV in 2026: size, OLED or Mini-LED, and the best modelsDistance, room, brightness, gaming, sound and budget. Everything to check before buying an 85-inch TV, with the best tested models from about $800 to over $4,000.
GIFTS · BUYING GUIDEBest tech gifts for Christmas 2026: ideas under $50, $100, $250 and moreEarbuds, e-readers, smartwatches, consoles, smart glasses and streaming sticks. Our selection of the best tech gifts for Christmas 2026 by budget, with prices and tips for buying at the right time.
E-READERS · COMPARISONNew Kindle (2026) vs Kindle Paperwhite: which e-reader should you buy?The new 6-inch Kindle is lighter, faster and costs $149.99; the 2026 Kindle Paperwhite adds a 7-inch screen, warm light, waterproofing and 12 weeks of battery for $199.99. Which one is worth it?
TV · COMPARISONRoku Streaming Stick Plus vs Google TV Streamer: which 4K streamer should you buy?The Roku Streaming Stick Plus costs about $35 and powers itself from your TV; the $149.99 Google TV Streamer adds Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, Ethernet and a smart home hub. Which streaming device fits your TV in 2026?
TABLETS · COMPARISONGalaxy Tab S12 Ultra vs iPad Pro M5: which premium tablet should you buy?Samsung's 14.6-inch Tab S12 Ultra brings an S Pen in the box, IP68 and microSD; Apple's 13-inch iPad Pro M5 is much faster, lighter and lasts longer. Prices, tests and our verdict for 2026.
TECH · PRACTICAL GUIDEHow to transfer everything to a new phone: iPhone, Android and switching between them (2026 guide)Photos, contacts, messages, WhatsApp, apps and eSIM: how to move everything to a new iPhone or Android phone without losing anything, including the new 2026 tools for switching between iPhone and Android.
TECH · PRACTICAL GUIDEHow to back up your phone photos automatically: iCloud, Google Photos or an external drive (2026)Never lose your photos again. How iCloud Photos, Google Photos and Amazon Photos really work, what they cost in 2026, why sync is not a backup, and how to add a second copy on an external drive with the 3-2-1 rule.
TECH · PRACTICAL GUIDEHow to encrypt a USB drive with AES-256: a simple guide for Windows and MacA lost USB stick can expose your documents. What AES-256 encryption really means, and how to protect a flash drive with BitLocker To Go, macOS, VeraCrypt, 7-Zip or a hardware-encrypted key, step by step.
TECH · PRACTICAL GUIDEHow to lower your internet and phone bills in 2026: a practical guideThe average US home internet plan now costs about $81 a month. Here is how to read the FCC broadband label, switch to a cheaper mobile carrier, check Lifeline eligibility and cut subscriptions without losing what you need.
TECH · BUYING GUIDEBlack Friday 2026: how to buy tech without overpayingBlack Friday falls on November 27 and Cyber Monday on November 30. With memory shortages pushing up prices and fake discounts still common, here is a simple method to spot real deals on phones, laptops, TVs and consoles.
TECH · COMPARISONDJI Osmo 360 II vs Insta360 X6: which 360 camera is best for creators?The Insta360 X6 wins on image quality, battery and waterproofing; the cheaper DJI Osmo 360 II offers 8K/60fps and more storage, but is not sold in the US.
TECH · REVIEW ROUNDUPDJI Osmo Pocket 4P: what the reviews say, and is it better than an action camera?DJI's first dual-lens Pocket adds a 60mm telephoto camera and wins top marks. It is not sold in the US, and an action camera still suits some uses better.
TECH · ROUNDUPBeyond smartphones: the tech that mattered in summer 2026, from TVs to robotsTVs, headphones, smart glasses, robots, air conditioners, detectors, printers, cars, routers, health wearables and gaming: a guide to the devices that drew the most interest this summer, with links to our analyses.
TECH · ROUNDUPTen tech products released since July 2026: what the reviews sayFrom the iPhone 18 Pro to the Oura Ring 5, a quick guide to the ten most notable launches of the summer, with prices, verdicts and links to our full analyses.
TECH · FEATUREDIFA 2026: innovations worth evaluating beyond the showroom effectTransformable screens, longer-lasting devices and AI-enhanced home appliances drove the announcements. For buyers, the key is to tell an attractive prototype apart from a durable product that is actually available.
TECH · SECURITY GUIDEPassword managers: what to check before trusting oneA password manager can reduce reuse and weak passwords, but recovery and account protection must be understood first.
TECH NEWSThree tech shifts shaping smarter choices this weekNew phones, desktop AI and practical automation are changing what buyers should verify before upgrading.