Hardware & Devices
ChatGPT’s Computer History tracks your clicks and keystrokes
ChatGPT's desktop app on macOS has a new feature called Computer History that turns your actions into training data, learning how you work, suggesting automations, and even pickin…
Is the MacBook Pro M5 still worth buying after the price hike?
It could be wise to wait, or settle for a cheaper model.
Nintendo GameCube discs were small for a reason
The format remains unique in console history.
How to set up your emergency contacts and medical ID on your iPhone
Take time to enable these features today before you need them; they could help save your life in an emergency.
Dolby Vision is on Netflix but you'll need these things first
It's only available with the top-tier Premium subscription plan, for one.
Rogue AI aren’t science fiction anymore
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on AI safety, follow Robert Hart. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers…
Polaroid’s tiny instant camera is $72 and includes a free pack of film
Smartphone cameras are convenient, but they lack the charm of analog instant cameras. If you’re trying to relive the nostalgia of waiting for an instant photo to develop, Amazon i…
How Samsung's Galaxy Watch 8 measures your antioxidant levels
Samsung's newest party trick could actually help you improve your diet, and therefore your overall health.
Matt Groening lets slip that Simpsons: Hit & Run might be making a comeback
At D23, when asked about the potential for a sequel to the cult classic The Simpsons: Hit & Run game, Matt Groening replied, "I think the original game is coming back in some form…
What is a Bluetooth codec and which one offers the best audio quality?
If you want the best quality out of your Bluetooth audio, it's worth reviewing some settings.
Have a laugh at AI’s expense by roleplaying as a chatbot
Your AI Slop Bores Me is brilliant in its simplicity. There are two tabs: human and LARP as an AI. On one side you enter a request. On the other, you submit an answer. But the imp…
Apple Watch battery replacement: How much does it cost and is it worth it?
Replacing the battery on your Apple Watch can extend its life, but you'll have to determine whether it's worthwhile for your model.
Why are RAM prices so high right now?
When will the price of RAM come back down again?
Anthropic is watermarking text generated by Claude to comply with EU law
Anthropic has explained its text watermarking approach.
What the world's oldest telecommunications company looks like today
While there have been many twists and turns in the company's evolution, it remains one of the biggest names in the telecommunications industry.
Here's how to reset your ASUS router
If your internet has been slower than usual lately, your router might need a reset. Here are some things you can try.
Don’t overlook Elektron’s budget electronic music instruments
When I'm asked what to buy if you want to get into making electronic music, I often recommend Elektron's budget-minded Model:Samples and Model:Cycles grooveboxes. They don't grab …
How to request an Xbox refund
Xbox offers refunds on some games and apps, but there are stipulations you should understand before requesting one.
What is analog TV and how is it different from digital TV?
Going analog is all the rage, but does it apply to the small screen?
Switched on Pop’s Nate Sloan and Charlie Harding love fresh vegetables and guitar pedals
As if you needed more reason to love Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" beyond its pop perfection, it is also, according to lore, the genesis for Switched on Pop, one of the best …
Star Wars: Ahsoka season 2 and Starfighter get teased at D23
Season two of Star Wars: Ahsoka is still months away, but Lucasfilm still took the opportunity to tease it a bit at D23. The company dropped the first trailer for the new season a…
What's the USB trident symbol for? How to know what kind of port you have
USB ports and cables have tons of potential capabilities, but making sense of them can be tricky if you don't know where to look.
Disney D23 2026: Everything announced for Star Wars, Marvel, and more
The annual Disney fan event showed off the cast of Marvel’s X-Men movie, plus a new trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, and our first look at the VisionQuest TV show for Disney Plus. …
I finally found a magnetic phone grip I never want to remove
I told myself I wouldn't buy an OhSnap accessory for my phone. Every one I'd tested was nice, but felt overpriced and slightly flawed. After I weighed in on the $40 Snap Grip 5 la…