12 reasons not to root your Android phone – and the only time I would
If voiding your warranty or bricking your device isn’t risky enough, have you considered these other consequences?
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This free Windows app turns your laptop screen into a ring light – how to try it
Inspired by the Mac’s Edge Light feature, this new Windows app can make you look brighter on your next video call.
This Greenworks 24V cordless drill and impact driver kit is perfect for my new house, and it’s $60 off
This Greenworks drill and impact driver bundle comes with a carrying case, and I’m eager to put it to use.
Forget Dyson: This stick vacuum surpassed a skeptic’s wildest expectations – and it’s $250 off
After weeks of using the Roborock F25 Ultra, I can never go back to using basic cleaning tools.
I refused to believe this coin-sized gadget was a storage drive, until I tried it for myself
The SanDisk ExtremeFit USB-C flash drive is barely three grams, but offers 1TB of external storage and impressive speeds.
My favorite gaming laptop of 2025 is $1,150 off in this pop-up early Black Friday deal
Lenovo’s 16-inch Legion Pro 7i is a high-performance beast with a 240Hz OLED display. It’s currently over 30% off ahead of Black Friday.
Microsoft’s new recovery tools rebuild Windows when it glitches – here’s how
The point-in-time restore feature will bring a Windows PC back to a previous state, while cloud rebuild will reinstall Windows from the cloud.
I’m a diehard Pixel user, but this liquid-cooled Android phone has my attention
With blazing performance and liquid cooling, Redmagic’s 11 Pro boasts the best mobile gaming I’ve experienced.
Ubuntu Budgie vs. Pop!_OS: I’ve used both Linux distros – here’s how to choose
If aesthetics and efficiency top your list of needs, there are several Linux distributions that are right up your alley. Both Ubuntu Budgie and Pop!_OS should top that list.
Perplexity’s AI shopping tool is free for all now, just in time for Black Friday – how to use it
The agent offers one-click buying for all your holiday needs and will be free for all US-based users.
OpenAI’s Codex Max solves one of my biggest AI coding annoyances – and adds dramatically faster performance
GPT-5.1-Codex-Max is ready to take on your next massive coding job. Here’s what’s new.
OpenAI expands free educational offerings – here’s what ChatGPT for Teachers can do
The service is customized for teachers’ needs and includes added security and privacy, a collaborative workspace, and more.
This vacuum mop combo changed my mind about smart cleaners, and it purrfectly tackles pet hair
The Tineco Go H20 HammerHead Mess Detect mop devoured stubborn pet hair and debris on my floors, and I’m never using a regular mop again.
This smart pet fountain is like a Brita for cats – here’s why
My cat Otis gives this ceramic water fountain a 4/4 paws rating.
My favorite xMEMs earbuds just got a worthy successor, and they’re beyond comfortable
Creative’s Aurvana Ace 3 earbuds have some of the crispest highs and solid lows I’ve ever heard – after you get them seated in your ear.
Roku vs. Fire Stick: I compared both streaming devices in 2025, and there’s a clear winner
Two of the best streaming devices in 2025 are on sale before Black Friday: the Roku Streaming Stick and the Amazon Fire TV Stick. Here’s how to decide which deal is best for you.
Linus Torvalds is surprisingly optimistic about vibe coding – except for this one ‘horrible’ use
Linux’s leader, Linus Torvalds, and his best bud, Dirk Hohndel, discuss AI, Rust, and Linux’s human side.
Own AirPods? I changed 3 settings on my iPhone to significantly improve the audio experience
If you breezed through your AirPods setup, you’ll want to revisit these features to maximize their performance.
Update Chrome ASAP – attackers are already exploiting this nasty zero-day flaw
The latest update to Chrome resolves a security vulnerability that has already been exploited in the wild.
I’m always looking for deals on kids’ tech – here’s what I’m buying this holiday season
Great deals are popping up everywhere this holiday shopping season, and kids’ tech is no exception.