Future AirPods Max or other personal audio accessories could increase the privacy of sound, by using bone conduction to transmit calls or private audio to the user without being heard by anyone else. Like other forms of communication, audio can sometimes require a level of privacy. While music may be freely playable on a speaker…
Meta and Google were allegedly clients of an advertiser's open-mic surveillance program. If you ever thought that Facebook was listening in on your conversations to hit you with targeted advertising, you may have been right. The advertising industry has been trying to improve how it targets ads to users for years, often by mining data…
Grab 4 Apple AirTags for $74.99. Apple AirTags are back down to nearly record low prices, with the 4-pack dropping to $74.99 at Amazon (within $2 of the all-time cheapest price). With holiday traveling starting up soon, having a pack of Apple AirTags on hand can help you stay organized. Drop an AirTag in your…
Apple Vision Pro, used to run visionOS. Apple has unusually issued one of its ninth-round developer betas earlier than the rest, with a new build of visionOS 2 now testable. Apple's beta-testing process typically involves a batch of updates being tested at the same time. However, this time Apple has made one beta available before…
At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsLarge battery capacityIntegrated retractable USB-C cableLightweightConsOnly one spare USB-C portOur VerdictThis 20K laptop power bank is plain looking but performed excellently in our charging tests and comes with a super-convenient retractable cable. Price When Reviewed$79.99 Best Prices Today: Baseus Free2Pull Power Bank with Retractable USB-C Cable 65W $69.99 The Baseus Free2Pull…
At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsDual 4K monitor support for M1/M2/M3 Macs13 ports100W PD to laptopFast SD card readerConsNot for fast data transferSlow MicroSD card readerOur VerdictThis is a good-looking and flexible DisplayLink docking station with numerous (if rather underpowered) USB ports, Ethernet and card readers. M1, M2 and M3 MacBook owners will appreciate the DisplayLink…
Hey, everyone. Huddle up. Come in close. Closer. Carl, put that pudding away. Okay, look, keep this between us, but the Macalope thinks if we pretend to be a startup making another AI pin no one wants, we might just be able to walk off with a mess of cash before the venture capital firms…
At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsCompetitive price32-inch display with 4K resolutionBuilt-in Wi-Fi with support for AirPlayConsNo EthernetSome features require a Samsung accountNo support for DCI-P3Our VerdictThe low price means that the M8 has a few rough edges, but it’s a great option for home users who want a high-quality display that doesn’t break the bank. Price…
Sometimes you wonder what you’re supposed to do with all the technology in your trouser pocket. The answer? Well, some developers have given it some very special thought. Here’s a selection of the most bizarre apps that turn your iPhone into a veritable marvel of uselessness. Is It Dark Outside? App Store App Store App…