Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty Images Google and the government recently wrapped their search antitrust case, which ended in a judge finding Google to be a monopolist. Continue reading…

Whether you want to move data between devices or keep backups of your important documents, a portable SSD is the best way to do it. Not only do they have faster transfer rates than HDDs, but they also don't suffer the same mechanical issues.

If you've been thinking about picking up a pair of smart glasses, now's going to be a good time. We've been seeing some really good deals ahead of Black Friday, but we think this deal on the Viture Pro is an absolute must-have at this price. The Viture Pro are now $100 off, dropping them down to their lowest price to date. And if you're not quite sure about Viture, these glasses got pretty high marks in our own review, and they are the best-selling smart glasses on Amazon right now.

Black Friday is the perfect time to buy some tech, whether it's a new TV, the latest phone, or a nice pair of headphones, but should you buy a graphics card on Black Friday? With so many retailers selling GPUs, like Amazon, Newegg, Micro Center, Walmart, or even the manufacturers themselves, there's definitely the possibility of finding a great deal on Black Friday.

Having a home lab can be a great way to improve your network, run some useful services, and learn a lot about computing in general. But it's not all rosy, and running a small data center in your living room can come with some serious challenges and problems. I love my setup, and have no intention of getting rid of it any time soon, but that doesn't mean it's perfect. But here, in no particular order, are some of my reasons why my home lab is actually a nightmare.

If you are tired of the endless scroll, the constant notifications, and the sheer volume of emails flooding your inbox every day, try Outlook rules to transform your email inbox from a chaotic mess into a well-organized machine. It automates your inbox, prioritizes important messages, and organizes them in relevant folders without any manual input. In this post, I'm going to share my personal system for using Outlook rules to automate my inbox, boost my productivity, and finally achieve email zen.

The edges of the leaked Galaxy S25 Ultra look much softer than the current S24 Ultra flagship. | Image: 1gzlim3 / Reddit The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is poised to launch in early 2025, but a new leak gives us a good idea of what it will look like. A misleadingly titled “S24 Ultra definitely” video posted to Reddit, determined to be the Galaxy S25 Ultra by reliable leaker Ice Universe, shows off rounded corners not found on Samsung’s current flagship smartphones, backing up previous leaks and rumors.The rounded corners also echo the rounder UI elements found in the upcoming One UI 7 software update that Samsung will soon be rolling out. Other features seen in the hands-on video include a glossy finish, metallic-looking edges, and Samsung’s recognizable rear camera setup — all of which were also seen in supposed Galaxy S25 Ultra dummy units that leaked... Continue reading…

Microsoft's recently announced Windows 365 Link PC looks the same as a mini PC, and that's the only thing that's common. Unlike a Windows mini PC, Windows 365 Link PC doesn't have an operating system on its own, as it boots directly from the cloud using Windows 365, a subscription service allowing users to run Windows from the cloud. However, we're still months away from Windows 365 Link being fully available on the market. In the meantime, downloading its wallpapers lets you bring its cloud PC vibe to your local Windows PC.

Apple’s latest AirPods Pro are some of our favorite wireless earbuds — and they’re currently on sale for just $154. | Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge Since the beginning of November, Amazon and other retailers have been releasing a steady drip of early Black Friday deals. However, now that we’re officially just a few days out from the main event, it feels like there are more deals than ever — and they’re getting better by the day.Surprisingly, some of the best deals currently available are on Apple devices. Right now, for instance, the latest AirPods Pro and second-gen Apple Watch SE have already dropped to their lowest prices to date. There are also steep discounts to be had on iPads, MacBooks, Apple Pencils, MagSafe-compatible chargers, and other accessories.To make sorting through the various discounts easier, we’ve organized the deals below based on category. It’s always... Continue reading…

I'm not sure about you, but when I looked at all of the stuff Microsoft announced during Ignite 2024, it was less of an ignition and more like a pail of cold water being dumped onto some embers. After looking at everything that was announced, I actually came away feeling less excited about what Microsoft has planned for 2025 than I did before Ignite. As such, here are some of the topics that I really did not enjoy during this year's event.

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You really can't go wrong with these earbuds. Not only are they great paired when paired with Apple devices, but they are also excellent when paired with Android and other compatible devices as well. You get great sound from an extremely compact package and the ANC is top-tier. Furthermore, if you're someone that loves to make calls while on the go, these earbuds will ensure that your voice sounds clear, even when the world around isn't so forgiving.