Tyler Hayes is a writer obsessed with both technology and music, including the ways they intersect. He has contributed extensively to Newsweek, WIRED, The New York Times, Fast Company, and other publications since 2013.
One of the common uses that have emerged for Apple's AirTag Bluetooth tracker is using it to keep tabs on a backpack full of gear. Hyper is cutting out the middleman and directly integrating the Find My technology into its HyperPack Pro.
While Apple's iPad dominates the tablet space, there are several other options available that can handle writing, reading, and light productivity. Here's how the popular iPad Air 5, Boox Tab Ultra C, and reMarkable 2 compare.
Skullcandy might be the king of inexpensive wireless earbuds, but its latest Rail ANC earbuds sing a different tune, raising the budget price with only mediocre performance increases.
The Super73-S Adventure Series e-bike is fast, comfortable, and fun to ride. It's one of those products that's hard to forget once you try it, even if its cost is worth a double-take.
With nearly every kind of product getting the smart, connected treatment, it only makes sense that most home safes would go that way too. The Lockly Smart Safe adds wireless convenience to a secure compartment, but its app could use some polish.
Apple's next leap in computing rests on its Vision Pro headset and the apps people have to use with it. The company shouldn't forget about some of its more boring ones — those could end up being the most fun.
It's too early to definitively say Apple Vision Pro is the future of work, but its initial proposition of unlimited project windows, rapid user interface navigation, and wide software support all suggest it can be a productivity machine.
Any small external drive can back up your files, but most aren't particularly secure. Kingston's IronKey Vault Privacy 80 SSD, on the other hand, adds a passcode via its touchscreen to protect its contents.
Skullcandy's original Crusher ANC wireless headphones dialed up skull-rattling bass and this new model continues that same tradition, but with more comfort, sophistication, and added features.
There are plenty of features to consider when buying a new smoker grill. Arguably, a Wi-Fi connection is becoming one of those features, so Brisk It's Origin-580 smart grill with a sub-$1,000 price is a tempting consideration.
Status Between 3ANC wireless earbuds are trying to offer excellent audio and ANC performance for a reasonable price. That doesn't mean we're choosing them over our AirPods Pro 2, though.
General Motors plans to ditch CarPlay and do its own new infotainment, but if the company thinks it can do what Tesla does, it's wildly mistaken.
Bellroy's new Laptop Caddy enables people to carry chargers, cables, pens, and other small accessories without a bulky bag — an ideal MacBook sleeve for minimalists.
The Edifier QD35 Bluetooth speaker is bright and flashy on a first look, but with a $200 price tag and mediocre wireless sound performance, it ultimately had some dim spots.
If your goal is to interact with a vacuum as little as possible, the ultra-smart Roborock S8 Pro Ultra may be that hands-free cleaning companion — but it doesn't come cheap.
The Ride1Up's Revv 1 moped-style e-bike is unabashedly overboard for a pedal bike, but that doesn't mean that its full-throttle power doesn't have its place among other types of electric vehicles.
Most people shrug off spatial audio because they don't know what it is or have decided it's a gimmick, but others are convinced Dolby Atmos songs sound better. Here are some practical examples of that, and why spatial audio benefits music.
If you've shied away from e-bikes because of their gaudy looks or overly complicated displays, the Velotric Thunder 1 e-bike might be able to change your mind about what a tech-infused bike could be.
Judged independently, the Elite 4 earbuds, the newest member of Jabra's wireless lineup, are perfectly fine. But when compared to other personal audio options, they start to look less remarkable.
There isn't a shortage of premium options for noise-canceling headphones to consider. Still, the new Edifier WH950NB, with its exceptional audio performance at a competitive price, is worth adding to your list.
The Emotn N1 projector, with its officially licensed Netflix app onboard, is a simple-to-use product that just works.
The old Sonos One was a versatile speaker at an entry price that didn't quite match the HomePod. The new Era 100 speaker changes that with a more dynamic sound and robust features — while managing to undercut HomePod in price.
The Audio-Technica AT-LP7 turntable is a stealth work of art. From its modern, sleek design to its graceful and delicate operation, it's a complete package in a deceptively simple form factor. It's a perfect option for people looking to take their vinyl listening to the next level.
The 27-inch, 4K BenQ PD2725U monitor is advertised as a "Mac compatible" display, and it worked with our MacBook Air with M2 — but it's clear this display wasn't designed for Mac users.
If your HomePod isn't working, there's a way to reboot it or reset it back to factory defaults. Here's how to reset HomePod and HomePod mini with or without an iPhone.
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