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Updated 2026-10-19 19:48
The Tesla Roadster is far from the first car to use fans for downforce
Here are some of the other, older vehicles that use fans for downforce like the Tesla Roadster does.
Leaked gameplay purports to show a canceled Assassin's Creed game set in ancient China
At least there's still Assassin's Creed Jade to look forward to.
Android Auto can be used outside of your car: Here's how
It might sound weird to use Android Auto outside of a vehicle, but doing so has unexpected productivity benefits.
What's actually eating all the storage space on your Android Phone?
Android phone running out of space? Here's why and what you can do to get rid of old files.
iPhone Duo shipping estimates have already been pushed back to 2027
Apple called the early demand "nothing short of extraordinary."
You might be surprised by how much the Slate truck can carry
Don't underestimate this compact pickup.
What does the yellow light on your Alexa device mean and how do you clear it?
Don't panic if your Amazon Echo is flashing a yellow light. Here's what that color means, how to clear it and how to tweak your Alexa notification settings.
Anbernic's RG DDS is almost double the price of the original Nintendo 3DS
The premium handheld is expected to start shipping in December.
This Samsung Galaxy feature can protect you from untrustworthy apps
Samsung's Auto Blocker protects your Galaxy phone from security threats, but it does have drawbacks. Here's what it does and when you might want to turn it off.
Why are some locations blurred out on Google Maps?
When using Google Maps, it isn't rare to see blurred locations. Why does this happen? The answer is simple, and it has everything to do with security.
Common problems with Amazon Alexa and how to fix them
Amazon Alexa is a very useful gadget to have at home, but it isn't exempt from having some issues. Fortunately, troubleshooting is easy as pie.
Should you have both Ethernet and Wi-Fi for your home?
Ethernet will keep your devices connecting online in record time, while Wi-Fi keeps them untethered. But how well can they both work together?
How many watts should your Bluetooth speaker have?
If you're confused by Bluetooth speaker wattage, here's what those numbers actually mean. Spoiler: more wattage doesn't necessarily mean a louder speaker.
Verizon will charge you $10 a month for iPhone Handoff
iPhone Handoff, which lets you share the same number on two devices, will cost you $10 a month on Verizon.
Why Xiaomi phones have so many ads (and how to block them)
Xiaomi phone users know these phones have too many ads, and the reason is very simple. Learn how to remove them so they're not a hassle anymore.
Microsoft really doesn't want you to buy Office — here's a great free alternative
Microsoft Office used to be a suite you could simply buy and it'd just work. Now, it's largely trapped behind a subscription. Here are some great free options.
How to create iPhone Shortcuts with Apple Intelligence (and why you should)
When it works, it works!
These common charging habits could be degrading your EV battery
EVs, with their enormous batteries, can suffer if they're charged in the wrong way. Here's what you should keep in mind when you next juice your vehicle.
Apple updates App Store rules to ensure it doesn't offer AI nudify apps
Apple has tightened the App Store's rules against AI-generated nonconsensual intimate imagery.
Is the Google Fitbit Air waterproof?
No, but you can still swim with it!
How to check your Ethernet cable's speed
Understand the speeds your Ethernet cable can transmit at help you diagnose where the slowdowns on your network are happening.
More than Just Storage: 8 Ways To Repurpose Your Old USB Flash Drive
It's time to do something with that drawer full of old USB flash drives. Breathe new life into unused tech with simple, useful tricks spanning an array of uses.
Double Fine's first post-Xbox title, first-person Soulslikes and other new indie games worth checking out
There were a host of indie game showcases this week, so we're dig into some of the best announcements from them.
The Tesla Roadster should go into production in 2028, but don't get your hopes up
I drive upside down on the boulevard of broken dreams.
A 'flying' Tesla Roadster sounds impossible, until you see what Lockheed Martin built decades ago
Thrusters are as good at flipping cars as they are at hunting ballistic missiles.
Analogue returns to the 16-bit era with the Mega Sg+ and Super Nt+
Dust off your old Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo cartridges.
If memory shortages last, tech companies should offer cheap battery replacements
If a company like Apple could offer $29 batteries before, it can do so again.
MapQuest will now show you where Flock cameras are in your neighborhood
You can see the locations of known outdoor surveillance cameras in the MapQuest app.
Technics EAH-A1000 review: Superior sound and excellent ANC in a premium package
Technics' flagship over-ear wireless headphones are light on compromises, but enter a competitive market.
An OpenAI research agent 'stole' test Ethereum to finish a coding task
An OpenAI research model hit a nebulous milestone today by pilfering test Ethereum tokens.
Steam Achievement Sets will stop DLCs from ruining your 100 percent record
Steam has launched Achievement Sets in beta.
ChatGPT can now look at your Chrome tabs to do tasks for you
The ChatGPT browser extension lets you compare information from your open tabs.
Apple's $2,000 iPhone Duo goes on pre-order today at 8AM ET
The Apple Store is down ahead of pre-orders for the first folding iPhone.
Gmail's Live AI search feature arrives for Google AI subscribers
Gmail's search can be frustrating and basic, but Google is finally smartening it up for AI plan subscribers.
Relive Tesla's ridiculous(ly fun) Roadster stunt show
Tesla's Roadster event was pretty exciting, to say the least.
Tesla's redesigned Roadster has a cold-gas thruster option, but you'll need $250,000 just to reserve it
Tesla has finally unveiled the next-generation Roadster.
Withings wants new users to pay $100 a year to sync with Apple Health
The smart health company is gating third-party app syncing to its own subscription plan for new users.
The UK may expand the BBC license fee, charging residents to watch streaming services
If the proposal is enacted, it could cost $240 a year to watch YouTube in the UK.
NY congressman to introduce bill protecting video game ownership
Representative Ritchie Torres wants the FTC to establish regulations ensuring you can play the games you've purchased.
FTC subpoenas OpenAI and Anthropic following safety failures
The FTC is investigating possible consumer harms at two major AI companies.
E Ink's new Kaleido 4 could inch us closer to the perfect color e-reader
E Ink's new display tech offers improved color reproduction and refresh rates.
Riot will sunset League of Legends Classic in January 2027
The throwback League of Legends Classic mode may reappear as a limited-time event in the future.
Alexa Tablet 12 Pro review: Amazon's premium tablet gets almost everything right
This tablet is a great value, even if Android apps still aren't great on a big screen.
Trump ballroom's biggest donors were overwelmingly tech and telecom companies
Not that anyone's terribly surprised.
Meta built a huge open-weight AI model for Macs, but you'll need 1TB of RAM to run it
Muse Spark Open is "the most capable US open-weight model to date," the company says.
GuliKit TT Max review: The granddaddy of Switch 2 controllers
This is the Switch 2 gamepad for big hands.
Microsoft says it made Windows 11 zippier, especially on PCs with less RAM
The whole RAM price thing is partly Microsoft's fault so it's the least it can do.
Opera's lightweight Air browser is back, unbothered, moisturized, in its lane
Namaste.
Tesla Roadster reveal live: Updates from the launch of the next-gen sportscar
Elon Musk has been saying the demo might be a literal "banger."
LinkedIn is adding new tools to help people with their side hustles
The company says more of its users are holding down multiple roles.
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