Managers play critical role in a company’s AI transformation – and they know it
More than two-thirds of middle managers are optimistic about AI’s role in the future of work, and they feel personally accountable for their team’s adoption of AI tools.
Buying a new Apple device? You can get it tax-free in 8 states – but only on these dates
Certain states will let you buy items tax-free from different retailers, and Apple is one of them. Here’s when and the products that qualify.
Linus Torvalds puts his foot down, tells anti-AI programmers to ‘fork it’
‘AI is a tool, just like other tools we use. And it’s clearly a useful one.’
This surprisingly useful Windows 11 tool helps me block distractions – and get more done
It has completely replaced my Pomodoro timer and task tracker, and it’s free.
1Password’s new Agentic Mode lets Claude log into your accounts without seeing your credentials
1Password wants to solve one of AI’s biggest practical problems: secure logins. Its Claude integration can enter passwords and MFA codes without exposing credentials to Anthropic or the model.
I never leave for vacation without doing these 7 home security checks first
Burglars target empty homes, and insurers deny frozen-pipe claims. Here’s the tech that solves these issues and others before you leave.
5 smart home gadgets I consider completely non-negotiable – and why
These smart home gadgets elevate my home and routine. Here’s why you may want them too.
New Mac malware masquerades as Apple’s crash reporter: 3 ways to dodge the threat
CrashStealer is now in the wild, targeting your data, passwords, and cryptocurrency. Here’s everything you need to know about this new MacOS threat.
73% of tech job listings require AI skills now: 3 ways to show off yours
Employers are looking for AI skills – here’s how to let them demonstrate you know what you’re doing.
This free Mac tool lets me see which apps are quietly accessing the internet – and block them fast
I try to be diligent about my default firewall policies and which apps access the internet. A simple-to-use tool called Firewally? makes it easy.
‘Rust makes coding fun again’: Why Linux is moving away from C, according to Greg Kroah-Hartman
C won’t be disappearing tomorrow, says the stable kernel maintainer, but the future of Linux belongs to Rust.
I turned my Moto Razr into a tiny workstation – and wrote this entire story on it
I wanted to save my back during my next work trip, so I assembled a workstation using the smallest devices I could find.
I tested Jabra Evolve3 75 vs. ThinkPad 8550 – and I’d buy this headset for the ANC alone
Here’s how two of my favorite premium business headphones of 2026 compare.
Sony Bravia Theater vs. Sonos: I’ve used both home theaters – here’s how to choose
Sony and Sonos have spectacular, high-performing home theater gear. But personal preferences matter more than brand name alone.
I let ChatGPT Work and Claude Cowork loose on my files – only one made me nervous
How does ChatGPT Work compare with Claude Cowork for desktop automation? My testing reveals similar results, similar strengths, and one major reason Claude currently feels considerably safer right now.
Microsoft patches record 570 Windows security bugs with two exploited zero days – update now
The July Patch Tuesday Windows update breaks the record for the most security bugs fixed in a single month, with three zero-day flaws and 61 rated critical.
Waze just gave me 5 new reasons to switch from Apple Maps
None of these new Waze features is offered in Apple Maps.
I highly recommend Nomad’s chargers, phone cases, and watch bands – and my favorites are on sale now
Nomad’s tech accessories rarely go on sale, but now is your chance to scoop up some of our favorites at over 20% off.
How to use Gemini to plan your next summer vacation – in minutes
This Gemini prompt can find flights, stays, and things to do for you. It’ll even build an itinerary doc.
Four months with my first home battery taught me what whole-home backup really means
Anker’s Solix E10 made backup power understandable for this first-timer, and I can’t wait to expand the system.