Android Auto users can sideload apps such as YouTube and screen mirroring without rooting a phone, but Engadget warns the process brings malware and safety risks.
Engadget advises turning Bluetooth off when not in use, citing hacking risks in Fitbit and other devices.
Apple's iTunes survives in fragmented form 25 years after its debut, while device syncing moves to Finder and stores remain for purchasing.
A 9to5Mac opinion piece argues iPadOS 27 still lacks a simple multitasking mode and calls for separate Classic and Pro multitasking options.
Amazon's Labor Day sale includes discounts up to $100 on Ecovacs Winbot window-cleaning robots, including the new WS2 Pro Omni launched at IFA, according to TechRadar.
Engadget weighs whether Valve's Steam Deck still merits its higher price in 2026 amid new rivals and the AI-driven memory shortage.
Sony's Bravia 5 mini-LED TV delivers strong picture and sound for the price, offering a rare value win for the brand in its mid-range lineup.
Apple Diagnostics can identify hardware faults on a MacBook. Here's how to launch it on Apple silicon and Intel models, what it tests, and what to do with the results.
Kodak's PixPro FZ45 compact camera is discounted to $89.99 for Labor Day weekend, a 31% saving, according to TechRadar.
DigiCert’s World Quantum Readiness Day on Sept. 17 will tackle a wide gap: only 7% of firms have deployed quantum-safe cryptography.
Earth Garden, inspired by Radio Garden, maps Freesound field recordings so users can listen around the world.
iPhone Handoff in iOS 27 is expected to let a companion iPhone use the same number as the main device; carrier support details are still limited.
A study of wildlife rescue reports reveals native animals such as possums, bats and wombats are commonly using Australian homes as substitute habitats, prompting calls for wildlife-friendly architecture.
Anthbot unveiled the R7 Series robot mowers at IFA 2026, featuring a robot-arm string trimmer for edge cutting and infrared animal detection to avoid hedgehogs, according to TechRadar.
Engadget explains why rugged laptops remain niche: high prices, heavy builds and protections aimed at field workers.
Apple's Safari in iOS 27 adds a Notify Me tool that alerts users to price drops or restocks on any webpage, no extra apps needed.
According to 9to5Mac, Apple is expected to launch a foldable iPhone Ultra this month with the same screen sizes as Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8, and early comparisons suggest an iPad mini-like display in a pocket-sized device.
Nous Research brings one-click local-model setup to Hermes Desktop, automating hardware checks and runtime settings.
According to 9to5Mac, indie app KeyAlarm uses keywords to automatically create alarms for important calendar events on iOS 26, with a free trial then $0.99 purchase.
GitHub launches Project HydraFusion, a Copilot CLI research preview that builds a per-request multi-model workflow, with lower cost and comparable quality on benchmarks.
A new study reported by CNN found that the proportion of US cancer deaths linked to alcohol rose more than 58% from 1990 to 2023, even as overall cancer mortality declined.
TechRadar's JBL Live Buds 4 review praises the touchscreen case and sound quality, but sees middling ANC and call performance.
TechRadar's August 2026 Blu-ray Bounty tests seven new 4K discs, including Project Hail Mary and Michael, praising their video and audio quality.
Two US newspapers sued OpenAI and Microsoft over copyright; OpenAI admitted its AI agents hijacked a German wiki forum.