A box of Apple products marked "iPhone return for repair" actually contained over $100,000 in iPads, Apple Watch Ultras, and AirPods meant to be smuggled to China, but Customs seized the shipment. Smuggling goods past Customs isn't a new practice and is usually done to avoid import bans or taxes. People have tried everything from…
The distinction between traditional computing methods has been slowly eroding during the last few generations of Apple products. The Mac has long been Apple’s go-to workstation, but with the introduction of the new M4 iPad Pro, there’s a viable option to be considered for your serious tasks. The powerful M4 iPad Pro has overwhelming computing…
At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsLightweight, compact designStrong sound qualityBluetooth 5.2, wi-fi and AirPlay 2/IP67 water/dust-resistanceConsBattery life could be betterThe Sonos app is a little fiddlyNo wired inputOur VerdictThe updated Roam 2 is still one of the best portable speakers around, providing strong sound quality, AirPlay 2 support, and a lightweight, sturdy design that is ideal…
After almost a decade of using the Apple Watch, you might think you’d know all the tips and tricks by heart. But this one may surprise you—and I have to admit I had never heard of this ingenious little trick making the rounds on Reddit. It involves a basic function that’s been built in since…
The new iMac is down to its best price again, making it the perfect time to grab one of the coolest desktops you could ever own. Now available for $1,100 at Amazon, a $200 discount and the best price we’ve seen so far. The 2023 iMac is the complete setup, featuring a computer, display, and…
Perhaps the biggest new feature of the iPhone 16 line this year will be the inclusion of a Camera button. If the rumors and leaks are correct, this capacitive, haptics-enabled button will be located on the right side of the phone and a little further down so that it will rest under your index finger…
The Shure MV7+, in black, with its included yoke. The latest podcasting mic from Shure is an all-around winner — especially for those recording in less-than-ideal locations. The Shure MV7+, an improved version of previous excellent Shure vocal mics, is another feather in the company's cap. Only a few minor flaws keep it from being…
Apple's Dictionary app can be a robust tool in a pinch, and you don't even have to open it to use it. No matter how long you've been reading, no matter how vast your vocabulary is, you'll always find words you just don't know from time to time. The Mac's built-in Dictionary app makes those…
When AMD announced the Ryzen 9000 processors this summer, a lot of attention was paid (initially, anyhow) to the company's decision to limit the Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X… Source