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The Fort Strength Training Wearable Tracks Your Sets (2026)
You don’t have to be a gym bro to get strong. Three ex-Tesla engineers made a beautiful bar velocity tracker for every kind of weight lifter.
Fujifilm Instax Evo Cinema Review: Retro Video Fun
The latest Instax camera embraces video with a retro cine design and effects-laden video clips that you can share online.
Pulling Espresso by Hand Is More Fun Than Pushing a Button
A manual espresso machine proves the best coffee-brewing tech is sometimes analog.
Rally Orbital Massager Review: The Oscillating Revolution
There are some minor drawbacks, but the Rally massager stands out as the lone circular massager in a sea of percussive heads.
What to Do in Chicago If You’re Here for Business (2026)
Where to lock in, power down, and actually enjoy your business trip.
Anker’s Discounted Power Station Can Power Your Next Camping Trip
Go off-grid camping for a long weekend with my favorite portable power station from Anker. It’s on sale.
Our Favorite Earbuds for Samsung Owners Are on Sale
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE are a great pairing for anyone with a Galaxy phone.
I Used Google’s New Gemini-Powered ‘Help Me Create’ Tool in Docs. It’s Great at Corporate-Speak
Google has injected Docs, Drive, Sheets, and Slides with its Gemini assistant, adding new features that can pull information from your emails and the web to help you draft content. I gave it a whirl.
Apple MacBook Neo Review: Delicious, Low-Hanging Fruit
At $599, the MacBook Neo is Apple’s first budget laptop. For the most part, Apple cut corners in the right places and made a MacBook its intended buyers will adore.
What’s the Best iPhone to Buy or Avoid Right Now? (2026)
The iPhone 17e is here. Here are all the details on Apple’s smartphones to help you find the right model, whether that’s the ultralight iPhone Air or the orange iPhone 17 Pro.
Some People Are Too Sleepy to Make Fancy Coffee. For Them, There’s the Keurig K-Cafe
If convenient coffee is what you seek, this coffee machine is worth every inch of counter space.
How to Responsibly Dispose of Your Electronics (2026)
Get rid of old, broken, and unused devices—even Lightning cables—without adding to the e-waste problem.
Use Microsoft PC Manager to Speed Up Your Windows 11 Computer
Can you really get a Windows PC running like new again? Using this free tool from Microsoft, you can get pretty close.
Wiim Amp Ultra Review: A Fantastic Streaming Amp With TV Input
This amazing Sonos Amp alternative offers nearly everything you could want from a modern stereo.
‘Flying Cars’ Will Take Off in American Skies This Summer
The federal government announced a new pilot program designed to get new kinds of ultralight vehicles and “eVTOLs” up and running around the country—even if they're not fully FAA-certified.
Your Espresso Machine Doesn’t Have to Be Fancy to Make Good Coffee
A former barista explains why your espresso machine doesn't have to be fancy to make quality coffee.
Our Favorite Wireless Headphones Are $60 Off
The Sony WH-1000XM6 get a noticeable markdown for a limited time.
Best Base Layers (2026): Merino Wool, Synthetic, and More
Whether you’re layering up for winter cold or looking for an ultralight summer system, I’ve tested and found the best base layers for all your outdoor adventures.
Apple iPhone 17e Review: MagSafe Makes a Difference
A bump in storage and the addition of MagSafe make Apple’s cheapest iPhone a better value proposition than its predecessor.
Best Sonos Speakers (2026): Soundbars, Headphones, Dolby Atmos, and More
From smart speakert so soundbars, Sonos makes the best streaming speakers you can buy. These are my personal favorites.