iOS 15 elevates Apple Maps with 3D graphics
London, Los Angeles, New York City, and San Francisco are practically glowing in the updated Apple Maps app. With iOS 15 released earlier this month, those cities got a 3D update with major landmarks digitally reconstructed in vivid, eye-popping detail. Coit Tower, Dodger Stadium, the Statue of Liberty, and Royal Albert Hall are some of […]
The Galaxy Watch 4 is really nice. I'm not sure I need it.
To properly review the Galaxy Watch 4, first I have to tell you about my ice maker. Bear with me. As a New Yorker for the better part of a decade, I’ve never had a fridge with an ice machine, even though I love ice. My two hands have been my ice machine all this […]
Facebook announces $50 million distraction as it plots its metaverse
Because Facebook can’t earn the public’s trust, it’s trying to buy it. The company that earlier this month compared its effect on the world to deadly car crashes announced Monday that its next big venture, building the metaverse, will be done “responsibly.” And, in case anyone has any doubts that the juggernaut that automated discrimination […]
Get a leg up on holiday travel with this to-go tech
You Got This is a series that spotlights the gear you need to improve one area of your life. If you buy something from this post, we may earn an affiliate commission. Cooler days and chilly nights are on the way — yes, fall is finally coming. So, let’s talk about holiday travel. Everyone who couldn’t […]
Ford to replace windshield, re-glue glass roof on Mustang Mach-E
Ford Mustang Mach-E owners should take in their cars to fix a dangerous issue with the windshields and panoramic glass roofs in the new electric vehicles. There are two new recalls for the EV from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration because of issues with how the windshield and glass roof are attached. There is […]
Set lighting to match your mood with this smart bulb on sale
Save $11.81: Grab the TP-Link Kasa Smart Bulb KL130 for just $10.18, down from $21.99, as of Sept. 27 — that’s a 53% discount. The days are getting shorter and shorter, so we’re relying more and more on our household lighting to set the vibes in the late afternoon and evening. If you’re dreading turning […]
Facebook pauses Instagram Kids because it was actually a bad idea
Instagram Kids, a modified version of the app with additional parental controls, has been in the works for a while. But before it could see the light of day, Facebook dropped the project, saying in a statement Monday that building an Instagram for people under 13 years old is “the right thing to do” but, […]
August's well-rated smart lock just hit its lowest price ever
Save $130.99: The August Smart Lock Pro is at its best price yet as of Sept. 27. Grab it on sale for $99, a 57% discount. Upgrading your home to have smart controls sounds great in theory, but if you rent an apartment or house, you can’t always replace the existing features in your space. […]
Hone your craft with over 50% off this writing app that offers daily prompts, tips, and more
TL;DR: Get in the habit of writing with a lifetime subscription to the Daily Prompt Premium Plan, on sale for just $39.99, down from $94, as of Sept. 27. That’s a 57% discount. Even the most famous authors in the world know what it’s like to have writer’s block. And if you’re a writer, you […]
Aura offers an easy way to help protect your identity
TL;DR: Save up to 50% when you sign up for Aura Identity Theft Protection as of Sept. 27. You can encrypt and backup your data. You can build strong, long passwords on all your accounts and use a VPN. You can be hyper-vigilant about each and every institution that interacts with your sensitive personal data. […]