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Gemini 2.5 Pro shows upgrades in reasoning, science, and coding.

More realism, better text, improved consistency.

Ad blockers have some drawbacks, but they can also protect you from scams and trackers.

Caching speeds up browsing-but it also needs to be cleared.

How they work, how to choose one, and how much they cost.

You need to keep your login credentials somewhere safer.

We asked two privacy experts which browsers to use when it matters most. Here's what they said.

This is a premium (refurbished) eReader without the premium price.

How an obscure work of literary satire altered the course of our nation.

The origins of everyone's least favorite "holiday" are shrouded in mystery.

It's a straightforward, affordable solution for a single Mac device.

It's only for a single device, but you can get Windows 11 Pro for just $15.

You can still get speakers, security cameras, trackers, and more-for less.

If you're a claimant in the class-action lawsuit, your payment is nearly here.

Plus choose between two accessories or go for the stand-battery combo for $45 more.

A nostalgic, no-fuss photo experience that turns moments into sticker photos without the clutter of ink or apps.

Apple's promised smarter Siri is ... still not here.

If you want a clean, modern MacBook without paying full price, this deal might be the one.

Saving cash when you're doing some DIY improvements to your home doesn't necessarily have to mean cheaper materials.

This trick is how you get a more pizzeria-quality pizza.

This refurbished iPad 7th Gen with Beats Flex headphones is on sale for almost 50% off.

The Oura app now has an AI chatbot, but I'm struggling to see the point of it.

The membership is 50% off and also includes extras like discounts on travel and rental cars.

Spoiler: It's no longer blue.

CoffeeLoader impersonates Armoury Crate-and is nearly impossible to detect.

This isn't a laptop for power users or creative professionals, but if you need an affordable second screen, it gets the job done.

Masculinity is getting more toxic, and incels are getting younger.

Get some AI-powered help for your travel planning.

Ballet series "Etoile," action film "G20," and gore starring Kevin Bacon.

Get easy shortcuts to call and message people directly on WhatsApp.

From phones to laptops, here are some of my favorite spring tech deals from the biggest retailers.

This speaker is dust- and water-proof, has 360-degree sound and 20-hour battery life.

These projects aren't too costly or difficult, but they'll make a new house feel way more like a proper home.

This sale is a good opportunity to get into a long-term relationship with some key kitchen appliances.

Including the best Garmin, the best budget Garmin, and the underdog favorite you've probably never heard of.

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is a good time to upgrade your Kindle's screen size.

These earbuds are specifically designed to help you get a good night's sleep, and I absolutely love them.

The feature only works on the Kindle Colorsoft and the most recent Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition.

These highly rated Dutch ovens are just as good as the fancy-shmancy ones.

"OG" Facebook is so back, in this one feed.

The size and design of the vacuum are important, too.

Powerblock, Peloton, NordicTrack, WalkingPad, TRX, and Assault Fitness all have equipment on sale.

This portable projector with an official Netflix license and a display of up to 180 inches is $150 off.

Google's first Pixel Watch is competitive with the newer models-and it's 61% off right now.

At this price, you're getting DJI's rugged action cam with a few solid accessories thrown in.

It's simple to install, runs efficiently off solar, and skips the cloud fees.

If your goal is online privacy without turning your setup into a tech project, this might be a low-risk place to start.

Both retailers have buy-three-get-one-free deals allowing you to mix-and-match your own bundles of entertainment.

Getting a premium robot vacuum and mop like this one for under $1,000 is rare.

Watches from Apple, Garmin, Fitbit, and Samsung are all on sale.