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I Can't Believe These 12 macOS Features Still Don't Exist in 2026
I've been reviewing macOS for decades, and these missing features are starting to feel inexcusable.
The Government's Ghost Gun Battle Is Taking Aim at Something Much Bigger: Innovation
Commentary: New laws are targeting not just 3D-printed weapons, but the digital files, platforms, and machines that create them, raising concerns about who decides what can be made.
I Love Mirrorless Cameras, But These 5 Problems Still Drive Me Crazy
Mirrorless cameras now nail autofocus, speed, and image quality, yet after 15 years of testing them, there are still five glaring issues I wish camera makers would finally fix.
Don't Stop at the MacBook. Why Apple Needs a 'Neo' Line of Lower-Cost Devices
COMMENTARY: Apple Watch Neo and iPad Neo have a nice ring to them, but a few other products could also benefit from a budget-friendly 'Neo' rebrand.
Googlebooks Just Killed the Original Chromebook Dream
Commentary: ChromeOS once promised a lightweight future built around the web. Googlebooks replace that vision with Android apps and AI everywhere.
I Spent 24 Hours With the Fitbit Air, and One Thing Already Stands Out
One day in, the $99 Fitbit Air already feels more subtle and less intrusive than most fitness trackers I've tested.
Hot Take: ChatGPT Beats Claude for Vibe Coding Right Now
I tested both tools on a real coding project—GPT-5.5 delivered more reliable results, fewer headaches, and smoother workflows than Opus 4.7.
Canvas Just Sent a Dangerous Message to Hackers: Crime Pays If You Do It Right
Commentary: After a breach affecting thousands of institutions, Canvas's decision to reach an agreement with attackers highlights how ransom negotiations risk turning cybercrime into a predictable business model.
With the Googlebook, I’m Betting on Google to Reinvent the Laptop (Again)
Commentary: Yes, Googlebooks look like a big gamble. But in the age of AI, Google needs more than a browser and a bunch of apps to fully leverage Gemini.
This $9 Canon Accessory Fixes a Problem I Thought Would Never Go Away
After years of complaints from photographers (including me), Canon has finally introduced a redesigned RF lens cap that fixes a small but persistent annoyance in everyday use.
I Tried Alexa+ in a Browser, and It's No Competition for Other AI Chatbots
Alexa+ brings shopping perks and smart home control to the web—but falls short where it matters most.
2 Months Later and I'm Still Hooked. Why Crimson Desert Is the Only RPG That Matters
Despite some rough edges at launch, Crimson Desert succeeds as an ambitious blend of open-world scale and intricate action combat—and ongoing patches only keep strengthening it.
Your Web Host Is Probably Just Reselling AWS and Charging You Extra
As your small business grows, free yourself from the limitations of managed web hosting. You're better off using powerful raw compute hosting and leveraging AI to automate website maintenance. Here's how.
Living With HP’s EliteBoard G1a: The PC-in-a-Keyboard Concept Is Intriguing, But I'll Stick With My Laptop
A compact desktop hidden inside a keyboard sounds brilliant. But it solves a problem most people don't have.
Microsoft Wants You Back. These 10 Broken Windows Apps Say Otherwise
If Microsoft wants to regain users, it has to start by fixing the apps that define Windows itself.
Aliro Will Make Opening Your Smart Locks Easier. But Don't Rush to Upgrade
Aliro is a new standard that promises to improve home access control, but don't worry—your existing smart lock isn't about to become obsolete.
Hey Apple, I Don't Want a Galaxy Z Fold Clone, I Want a Colorful 'iPhone Flip' Instead
Apple often woos big spenders with its most powerful iPhones, but I say it's more likely to score a major hit by chasing younger people with an affordable, fun, and bright flip phone that can unseat Motorola and Samsung's offerings.
You're Changing Your Password Too Often. Here's Why You Shouldn't
We've been conditioned to think that good cyber hygiene means creating new, strong, and unique passwords every few months. Not so fast!
I Tried Brave’s $60 ‘Origin’ Browser. Here's Why I’m Not Buying It
Brave Origin drops ads and crypto features, but you can already debloat your browser in a few clicks for free.
This Free Windows App Shows You Everything Your Computer Is Secretly Doing
I installed AppControl on my Windows 11 PC and was shocked by how much was happening in the background without me knowing.
