Google’s Much-Hyped Pixel 6 Undercuts Its Peers at Just $599
Joined by the Pixel 6 Pro at $899, these two new Android phones reinforce how important it is to optimize hardware and software….
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A New Credit Card Arrives—With a Silicon Valley Twist
The X1 is designed for spenders who are young, high-earning, and live on their phones….
The 10 Best TVs We’ve Tested (and Helpful Buying Tips)
From LCDs to fancy OLED models, these are our favorite televisions at every price point….
Hackers Keep Targeting the US Water Supply
Plus: The biggest Twitch hack, an iOS zero day, and more of the week’s top security news….
Are We Panicking Over Social Media?
Perhaps fears over social media aren’t that much different than previous worries over the effects of video games or Dungeons & Dragons….
A Telegram Bot Told Iranian Hackers When They Got a Hit
APT35 may not be the most dangerous group out there, but they’ve got a new phishing trick….
Our Favorite Outdoor Security Cams for Your Home or Business
These weatherproof devices can keep a watchful eye on your property and let you get on with life….
The Best Projectors (and 2 Great Screens)
Whether you want a portable presenter or a theater-quality behemoth, our picks will help you upgrade your at-home movie nights….
The Best Espresso Machines for the Home Barista
Turning your kitchen into a café is a great way to learn (or hone) the art of making the perfect shot….
Bodies Are Canceled. Thanks, Instagram
It’s almost inevitable that social media forces us to see ourselves as objects—so why not opt out of the human image?…
Cloudflare Isn’t Liable for Sites That Hawk Counterfeits
A federal judge ruled that the content-delivery service doesn’t “contribute” to copyright infringement….
Americans Need a Bill of Rights for an AI-Powered World
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy is developing principles to guard against powerful technologies—with input from the public….
Borrowed a School Laptop? Mind Your Open Tabs
Students—many from lower-income households—were likely to use school-issued devices for remote learning. But the devices often contained monitoring software….
The Grid Isn’t Ready for the Renewable Revolution
The massive deployment of wind and solar will turn you, the humble homeowner, into a critical actor in the operation of the US power grid….
Remembering Steve Jobs, 10 Years After His Death
A decade after the passing of the visionary Apple cofounder, we’re still living in his world….
The Best Camera Gear for Your Smartphone
From mobile lenses to shotgun mics, here’s everything you need to assemble a portable, pro-grade photo or video studio….