If you don’t review audio products for a living, now’s the time to buy Apple’s AirPods

Generally speaking, once I’ve reviewed a product, one of three things happen: I send it back to the company, I donate it locally, or if it’s a major product from one of the big brands, I keep it on-hand for future product comparisons. And you can better believe, I keep every Apple AirPods model I get. Because in the world of personal audio — as in the world of phones or watches, or laptops — it just doesn’t get any bigger than Apple....

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Robert Jackson

Intel had its best year ever in 2021, despite chip shortage

Intel has announced its fourth-quarter earnings report for 2021, confirming that despite a chip shortage and supply constraints, Team Blue experienced its best financial year ever. Revenue during the fourth quarter totaled $19.5 billion, which represents Intel’s highest financial quarter in the company’s history and a year-over-year increase of 4%. It also exceeded analysts’ expectations of $18.3 billion. Total revenue for the full financial year of 2021 reached $74.7 billion. That marks the highest earnings amount in a full year for the chip giant....

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 399 words · Dwayne Deleon

I’m worried about the future of the Apple Watch Ultra

TheApple Watch Ultrahas been one of the biggest additions to the Apple Watch lineup in recent years since it launched in 2022. It’s also one of the absolutebest smartwatchestoo, with a large and super bright OLED display, incredible battery life, and the Action button. While the first Apple Watch Ultra was a huge deal, theApple Watch Ultra 2felt more like an iterative upgrade than the first. But it looks like we’re in for a significant upgrade in 2026 — for better or worse....

July 28, 2025 · 5 min · 1009 words · Brian Hernandez

JBL Charge 3 waterproof Bluetooth speaker now 40% off ahead of Amazon Prime Day

Waterproof speakersare the ultimate way to experience your summer soundtrack on the go. Add in the ease ofBluetoothtechnology and you’ve got yourself an ideal summer party starter.Prime Daymay still be a few days away, but there are already plenty of deals onBoseand otherheadphone dealsfrom Amazon. Already affordable at its original $149, theJBL Charge 3 waterproof Bluetooth speaker is now just $90on Amazon. A full 40% off for a pristine portable speaker before Prime Day even begins?...

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 356 words · Kristen Mccall DVM

June Nintendo Direct Date May Have Been Revealed Via Leaked Among Us Update Trailer

Summary The date of the nextNintendo Directhas been guessed by many, but it may have been leaked by accident because of a trailer for an upcomingAmong Ustrailer. While this has not been confirmed by either Nintendo nor Innersloth,Among Us' developer, speculation is building that this could either be true or point to a Direct coming much later in the month. The trailer fromAmong Usdeveloper Innersloth appears to have been mistakenly uploaded prematurely byGameSpot....

July 28, 2025 · 3 min · 542 words · Angela Mitchell

Lidar may be in your future in places where you least expect it

Lidar does more than help autonomous cars create 3D maps of the highway to detect and avoid people, animals, objects, or other vehicles in their path. In anticipation of an expanding array of lidar applications, Velodyne Lidar contracted with Nikon’s Sendai subsidiary to mass produce lidar sensors. Lidar works by measuring the time it takes for pulses of laser light to reflect off and return to the sensor. Different amounts of time for the laser pulses’ round trips enable algorithms to create 3D images....

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · Miss Rebecca Morales

Like that food photo? Book a table — or tickets — without leaving Instagram

Instagram’s new tools for business means users can begin reserving tickets, booking a table or creating an order without leaving the social network. On Tuesday, May 8,Instagram launched two new upgradesfor businesses, including enhancements to Direct Messages as well as a new integration for booking that even non-business users will soon spot on the platform. For Instagrammers, the update means that, as businesses add those tools, you will be able to book a movie or a table at a restaurant from a button on the business’ profile page....

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · George Bishop

Logan Paul leaks Prime Collector Series challenge where fans can win $1 million

Logan Paul leaks Prime Collector Series challenge where fans can win $1 million YouTube star Logan Paul showed off the inside of the factory where Prime Hydration is made and, in the process, shared a sneak peek of a huge collection for the brand. Prime Hydrationhas become a massive success since itslaunch in January 2022. The influencer-founded sports drink can be found in basically every major grocery retailer in America and regularly introduces anear-constant flow of new flavors....

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 353 words · Bradley Green

LoL 2025 Season 1 trailer has massive implications for Arcane & future TV shows

LoL 2025 Season 1 trailer has massive implications for Arcane & future TV shows The League of Legends Season 1 2025 cinematic for the Noxus takeover has already revealed a ton of new content for the game. But what does it mean for Arcane’s conclusion and the next TV series? Arcane Season 2’s ending was a satisfying one, but it alsoleft several loose endsand incomplete character arcs. It was clear from the moment Arcane ended that there was more to explore in this universe, and the showrunners have alreadyconfirmed more is coming....

July 28, 2025 · 3 min · 531 words · Holly Newton

Microsoft applies for smart fabric patent for use in Surface laptops, wearables

Our favorite gadgets may soon offer touch-sensitivesurfacesmade out of something other than glass. According toWindows Latest, Microsoft recently filed a patent application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for its development and proposed usage of touch-sensitive smart fabric technology. The patent application, which was filed in July of 2017 and published on August 02, 2025, describes how the technology conglomerate intends to implement its touch-sensitive smart fabric in a variety of its existing product lines....

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 363 words · Mark Lawson

Nvidia is taking unprecedented steps to fix the RTX 4090 melting problem

The saga ofmelting Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090GPUs continues, and today’s development is significant. According to inside information, Nvidia is taking the matter very seriously. As a result, it’s taking unprecedented actions to ensure that the RTX 4090s stop burning up. Although the affected cards seem to primarily be custom versions prepared by Nvidia’s partners, the company has requested that all the cards are sent directly to the headquarters. The investigation has started....

July 28, 2025 · 3 min · 494 words · Jessica Murray

OnePlus might be working on a phone with unbelievably good battery life

Mobile device batteries are not just improving — they are evolving. As a result, modern smartphones can last at least 24 hours between charges, if not longer. Now, thanks to innovative work happening at OnePlus and Oppo, the companies are reportedly creating a 7,000mAh battery for a future smartphone. If this becomes a reality, it could redefine the design and usage of smartphones going forward According to leaker Digital Chat Station (first spotted byAndroid Authority), the large battery could arrive on at least one upcoming smartphone....

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 270 words · Kenneth Ford

Pokemon players are already convinced Legends Z-A map could be a big problem

Pokemon players are already convinced Legends Z-A map could be a big problem Lastyear on Pokemon Day, players got their first look at the next title in the Legends series. However, concerns originally vocalized about the limited map have continued to grow, leading players to worry if the game will capture the same charm as Arceus delivered. Pokemon Legends: Z-A, due to launch sometime in 2025, is still largely a mystery to fans....

July 28, 2025 · 3 min · 543 words · Kari Horn