Anker 25K Laptop Power Bank (165W) review: the handiest battery pack we’ve tested

At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Two integrated charging cables Equal performance on all USB-C ports Rubberized base Smart display Our Verdict This compact power bank might be Anker’s best-ever power bank. And since the price is right, we give it an unreserved recommendation. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for…

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Over a dozen ways Samsung ripped off Apple at the Galaxy S25 launch

Fanboys on both ends have long debated: What came first—the Samsung or the Apple? Although only one of the tech giants has been taken to court for copying the other’s iconic design, the two parties have been inspiring each other for years. Notably, Apple tends to be more subtle with its reproduction. Samsung, on the…

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Elevation Lab TimeCapsule 10-Year Battery Case review: Everlasting AirTag life

At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Estimated 10-year lifespan versus 6 to 12 months for an AirTag-compatible lithium coin battery Waterproof against steam cleaning and high-pressure jets (IP69) Low cost relative to standard rugged waterproof AirTag cases Uses standard AA batteries Screws use standard hex-head style (hex wrench included) Cons Larger form factor compared to AirTag…

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Own an M1 MacBook for less than a phone

Given the price of high-end gadgets, it can sometimes feel like you’re choosing between a quality product and your savings account. However, you don’t have to. A terrific option that not many people consider is a refurbished model. This 2020 Apple MacBook Air with M1 is yours for just $579.99—better than Amazon and Walmart’s prices.…

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TurboTax for Mac is on sale at Amazon, with limited-time deals up to 44% off

Save up to 47% on TurboTax for Mac. Amazon wants you to enjoy a stress-free tax season with deals on TurboTax for Mac, allowing you to get a head start on filing your tax return. Deluxe, Premier, and Business versions are all on sale. Amazon's TurboTax deals apply to both Windows and Mac versions, with…

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Apple Earnings: What matters most for AAPL shares next week

Apple's latest installment of quarterly earnings is on January 30 after market close, and there are five key points that Apple needs to make to satisfy investors. Morgan Stanley has proven to be one of the more accurate and reasonable firms that cover Apple. In a new note released on Friday by the firm, analyst…

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iPhone 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S25

Samsung's latest smartphone launch, the Galaxy S25, is the South Korean tech company's latest attempt to win the mobile AI war. Here's how the entry-level model compares against Apple's iPhone 16. On January 22, Samsung launched an update to its flagship smartphone line. The Samsung Galaxy S25, along with the Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25…

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AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 receive new beta firmware

Apple has released a new developer beta firmware for AirPods Pro 2 and AIrPods 4. Apple has released a new developer beta firmware for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4, but it's not clear what the update contains. Thursday's developer beta increases the build number to 7E5067b, up from the previous 7B21 and 7B20 updates.…

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