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Apple’s Camera Chief Thinks AI Can Give You Superpowers
The generative features in iOS 27’s new Photos app will add fake pixels to some of your shots, but Apple’s Jon McCormack says the company isn’t using AI “for the sake of AI.”
Best Smart Chess Boards (2026): Chessnut, Millennium
I played the ultimate game of strategy on a variety of smart chess boards to find the best for online and in-person matches.
Best Portable Monitors (2026): Add a Second Screen I've Tested
If you're someone who needs to (or likes to) take their work on the go, a portable monitor will make a huge difference. These are my favorite that I tested.
Fiido Air Carbon Fiber Electric Bike Review: A Light, Quiet Ebike
This impressively light carbon commuter makes switching to an ebike easier than ever.
Welcome to the Waymo World Cup
It might not feel all that different from older World Cups—for better or worse.
Cameras, Sensors, and 3D Body Scans: All the Tech Helping Eliminate Blown Calls
Soccer officials already rely on cameras to see who’s offside and who sent the ball out of bounds. But during this World Cup, refs will use digital twins of each player to view plays from every angle.
The Best USB-C Cables (2026): for Smartphones, Tablets, and Laptops
Unravel the tangled world of cords and find the ones you need to charge your gadgets and transfer data.
Digital Notebook Throwdown (2026): Kindle Scribe, ReMarkable Paper Pure
The newest Kindle Scribe means there are now three digital notebooks you can buy in the $400 price range. Here’s which one you should get.
Best iPad Accessories (2026): Keyboards, Cases, Styli
Kit out your Apple tablet with our favorite stands, cases, keyboards, and styli.
Best Laptops For College Students (2026): MacBooks and Beyond
Laptops for college should be portable, offer long battery life, and remain reasonably affordable. Based on testing hundreds of laptops, these are my top picks.
This World Cup, You Can Watch the Game From a Ref’s Point of View
Referees for the 2026 World Cup will be wearing cameras positioned at their temples, allowing TV audiences to see a live view of the pitch from a vantage point they never have before.
The World Cup’s Trionda Ball Challenges Traditional Aerodynamics
According to new research, Trionda would show less unpredictable movements in actions such as corner kicks or free kicks. However, in powerful and long-distance clearances it would lose range.
How to Watch the 2026 World Cup
The games start June 11 and end with a grand finale in New Jersey on July 19. There are 104 of them. Here’s how to watch ’em all.
GM Wants Your Electric Car to Power Your House—and Your Neighborhood
The automaker today is turning on vehicle-to-grid charging for its GM Energy customers. Will people actually use it?
MacOS 27 Golden Gate: Top New Features
Apple has announced the latest version of macOS. It’s all about the reintroduction of Siri, which is now accessible from anywhere on the Mac desktop.
The Top New Features in Apple’s iOS 27 and iPadOS 27
Apple took the wraps off iOS 27 at its WWDC event, and the iPhone update is chock-full of smart upgrades, with a big focus on improvements to Siri.
Rivian R2 2026: Specs, Price, Availability
With a competitive price, winning design, and better performance than the R1, Rivian could be set to break into the big leagues. Just make sure you get the right model with the right tech.
Amazon Ember Artline Review: A Stylish Art Television
The affordable Artline doubles as a design piece and comes close to outshining the reigning champion of art TVs, the Samsung Frame Pro.
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