How far away are we from mainstream 5G home internet?
The promise of 5G home internet still hasn't been realized for most Americans. We looked into how long it'll take for it to become a mainstream option.
How Google’s Magic Eraser changes history, one small human at a time
Google's Magic Eraser tool on the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro removes unwanted elements from photos, but is it any good? We take a close look at its ability.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ 2.0 update isn’t enough to save it
The Animal Crossing 2.0 update brings new content and old characters, but it's not enough to warrant a full return.
The funny formula: Why machine-generated humor is the holy grail of A.I.
A.I. can beat us at games like chess, Jeopardy!, and even poker -- but it still can't tell a good joke. Here's why humor is such a huge challenge for machines.
The smart home hacking scene in Scream is possible, but you’re probably OK
Smart home hacking is possible but very, very unlikely. There are some steps you can take to stay safe.
5 dumb phone accessories that we love anyway
Some phone accessories are absurd, but maybe they tug at heartstrings or are deliciously nerdy. Whatever the case, we love them anyway.
Haptic feedback headphones are a great idea that still hasn’t been done right
Razer just released another headset with haptic feedback. Although the tech still isn't there yet, it has the potential to become a mainstay in gaming headsets.
Forza Horizon 5 vs. Riders Republic: Which racing game should you play?
Forza Horizon 5 and Riders Republic share identical open-world structures. Which racing game is right for you?
How does an $8 braided Apple Watch band on Amazon compare to the $100 Solo Loop?
Does spending $100 on Apple's Braided Solo Loop band give you pause? Are you also wondering what a very cheap alternative from Amazon is like? I found out.
Animal Crossing: Happy Home Paradise fixes the series’ fatal flaw
Animal Crossing: New Horizons' Happy Home Paradise finally lets Nintendo explore franchise spinoffs.
How Call of Duty: Vanguard reenvisions its classic Zombies mode
With the launch of Call of Duty: Vanguard on the horizon, we spoke with Treyarch about the new Zombies experience.
Cyberboard R3: Building the retrofuturist, cyberpunk keyboard of my dreams
I built a keyboard with the new Cyberboard R3, and it's as retro as it gets.
Three reasons Facebook/Meta is shutting down its face recognition system
Given there are benefits that come from face recognition, why is Meta getting rid of the Facebook feature? We break it down.
Pikmin Bloom is more a Nintendo fitness app than a video game
Pikmin Bloom is more akin to a fitness app than an actual game, which might be fine depending on your taste.
Netflix fails to read the room in launching its new video game platform
Netflix's new video game platform seemingly hasn't learned much from other failed platform launches.
I tested the Pixel 6 Pro’s camera against the iPhone 13 Pro to see which is best
Can the Google Pixel 6 Pro take on and beat the latest Apple iPhone 13 Pro's camera in a head-to head test? We found out in this epic, detailed test.
Killer butts and gorilla fashion: How visual effects help Doom Patrol stay weird
HBO Max series Doom Patrol might be the strangest comic book show on TV, and it stays that way with some help from plenty of weird, wonderful visual effects.
Is jelly scrolling on the iPad Mini really normal behavior? We asked the experts
The iPad Mini 6 is facing reports of a jelly scrolling defect that Apple claims is normal. We asked the experts to weigh in.
Should you buy AirPods Max on Black Friday?
Black Friday is the right time to head in search of discounts on Apple's fabulous (but very pricey) AirPods Max noise-canceling wireless headphones.
Should you buy an Apple TV on Black Friday?
There's no bad time to buy an Apple TV, but Black Friday 2021 may well be the best time to pick one up.
From Splatterhouse to Resident Evil, horror games found the fun in fear
Horror games have gone through a hell of an evolution. From Sweet Home to Resident Evil, here's how digital terror has grown.
Why Doki Doki Literature Club! is a truly subversive horror game
Doki Doki Literature Club is a psychological horror game dressed as a cutesy anime dating sim. Here's how it pulls it off.
Apple may have killed off the iPhone XR, but it still stands the test of time
Apple has sold its iPhones on being long-lasting, so we took a look at how the three-year-old iPhone XR fares in 2021.
Investing in illumination? Here’s why budget bulbs may be your best bet
There are hundreds of smart light bulbs and lighting kits on the market, but what brands should you invest in? Our expertise says stick with the budget brands.
5 banned horror movies to watch this Halloween, and 1 you should avoid
Looking for some horror to watch? How about some real, genuine banned horror? Watch these, and you'll really be doing Halloween differently this year.
The video game hype machine is less fun than it used to be
Game releases used to be the biggest events of the year. Launches have gotten much tamer in recent years.
Can Google’s Pixel 6 Pro camera beat the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra? I found out
Can the Google Pixel 6 Pro take the crown from the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra as the best Android smartphone camera? We put the two to the test to find out.
Google Tensor vs. Qualcomm Snapdragon 888: The battle for the best chipset
Google Pixel 6's custom Tensor SoC strengthens its position in the smartphone market. But what if Google chose a Snapdragon chipset instead?
Darkest Dungeon 2 is dark, stressful, and full of hope
Darkest Dungeon 2 may be incredibly stressful, but it's a surprisingly hopeful experience too.
GeForce Now RTX 3080 is the antidote to the GPU shortage I’ve been waiting for
GeForce Now has always been an alternative to buying an expensive graphics card, but the new RTX 3080 tier makes cloud gaming feel more natural than ever.
Shin Megami Tensei 5’s exploration is the RPG’s secret weapon
Shin Megami Tensei V does a lot right, but one highlight is how the game shapes its movement and exploration around a new world.
Why the Apple M1 Max is Intel’s true competitor for Alder Lake and beyond
Intel just launched its Alder Lake chips, following on the heels of the M1 Max. The two launches reveal a shift in computing which could leave AMD in the dust.
Google’s Pixel 6 is a good smartphone, but will it be enough to convince buyers?
Google's Pixel 6 is finally here, but will Google's reputation cap its sales before it can truly get off the ground?
Does listening to languages in your sleep help you learn them faster?
Can you learn a language by listening to it in your sleep? The science isn't clear-cut, but recent research suggests sleep-listening might indeed be beneficial