Fire HD 8 Kids review: A powerful first gadget your kid probably can't break
If you’re thinking about buying your kid their very first tablet (or tech of any sort), you’ve probably got two key concerns: durability and parental controls. I was really nervous to buy my son his first tablet for these two reasons specifically, but I eventually settled on an Amazon Fire tablet (and this was long […]
Kindle Paperwhite Kids review: A tech gift for little bookworms
Looking for that perfect gift for a kid who loves to read? This one will definitely win you some brownie points. The Kindle Paperwhite Kids Edition is a simple e-reader made with kids in mind. It’s durable and water resistant, with a glare-free screen that makes it easy to read anytime, anywhere. With Amazon Kids+, […]
3 EVs make Edmunds top cars list, including a new Porsche
The top-rated luxury EV goes to Porsche for its new Taycan Cross Turismo. That’s according to auto research firm Edmunds with its Top Rated awards for 2022. This year’s top list includes three battery-powered cars: the electric Porsche, the Tesla Model 3, and Rivian R1T. The Taycan Cross Turismo is the newest EV from Porsche. […]
Facebook's Meta rebrand goes live in Apple's App Store and Google Play
You may have forgotten about it (perhaps on purpose) but Facebook, the company, has recently rebranded itself to Meta. All of the company’s apps have retained their old names, but the rebrand is bringing about some changes. As noticed by Android Police, all of Facebook’s — pardon, Meta’s — apps in Google Play app store […]
TikTok made a Discord, so…chaos?
TikTok has launched a Discord server, where TikTok-enthusiasts can chat about all things…TikTok. Most widely used in the gaming world, Discord has been favoured by gamers since its launch in 2015, championing voice chat rooms, and text-based threads. Since then, Discord has evolved, bringing more like-minded communities together. During the pandemic, in particular, the platform […]
Why 2021 was the best year yet to embrace wireless earbuds
The elimination of headphone jacks in new iPhones all the way back in 2016 left music and podcast lovers with a conundrum: using a dongle for wired earbuds sucks, and wireless earbuds introduce a whole host of problems of their own. Between high prices and limited feature sets on wireless ‘buds, abandoning wires has been […]
Get hip to electronics and robotics with these DIY soldering kits
TL;DR: As of Dec. 17, get the Wacky Robots 5-Pack Bundle of Soldering Practice Kits and put together your very own robots for $49.99. There aren’t very many things that people of all ages can enjoy — learning a language, old Disney films, and sports are a few. But because it’s 2021, there’s a more futuristic […]
Cut down on clutter with this Qi charging pad that handles 3 devices at once
TL;DR: As of Dec. 17, take 22% off the Moovy 3-in-1 Wireless Fast Charging Pad; it’s on sale for $99.95 instead of its regular $129. Cutting down on clutter can do wonders for your mental health. If you’ve been sitting down at your desk lately, unable to focus or get any work done, it might […]
This noise-canceling gaming headset can make you feel immersed in every game
TL;DR: The Alpha Bravo GX-1 Gaming Headset is just $119.99 at the Mashable Shop as of Dec. 17. Don’t just play your favorite games — get immersed in them. The closest thing to virtual reality without having to wear goggles, the right gaming headset — like the Alpha Bravo GX-1 — can make you feel like […]
Lexus shows off its first electric SUV with a series of flashy photos
Toyota’s luxury vehicle division Lexus finally has an electric SUV of its own. Following Toyota’s massive unveiling of electric car concepts of all kinds, Lexus has now given a closer look at one of them, the upcoming Lexus RZ 450e. We get to see the new Lexus from all sides. Credit: Toyota It’s just photos […]