Are you baffled by the multitude of laptop, desktop and tablet options being hurled at you as a generic “creative” or “creator”? Marketing materials rarely distinguish among the widely varying needs for different pursuits; marketers basically consider anything with a discrete GPU (a graphics processor that’s not integrated into the CPU), no matter how low …

Are you baffled by the multitude of laptop, desktop and tablet options being hurled at you as a generic “creative” or “creator”? Marketing materials rarely distinguish among the widely varying needs for different pursuits; marketers basically consider anything with a discrete GPU (a graphics processor that’s not integrated into the CPU), no matter how low power, suitable for all sorts …

From Samsung’s Galaxy S22 line to Google’s Pixel 6 and Motorola’s Edge Plus, there are many exciting Android smartphones available in 2022. And now the Oppo Find X5 series, consisting of the Find X5, X5 Pro and X5 Lite, has joined the party.  The three phones were expected to be unveiled at the Mobile World Congress trade show, which this year …

FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on Tuesday that the US will hold a 5G auction for 2.5GHz midband spectrum this July. The benefit of this midband sliver of airwaves is that it combines great coverage over long distances and the ability to carry lots of data. T-Mobile, which already uses a bunch of 2.5GHz spectrum, …

While direct deals on Apple products can be hard to come by, various authorized Apple retailers provide some great bargains if you’re not in a rush to buy. The latest model iPad, featuring a 10.2-inch Retina display with 2160×1620 screen resolution, is the perfect tablet for streaming movies, reading eBooks, creating art and staying productive. Plus, the 10-hour battery life …

After debuting the Edge Plus in 2020, Motorola is launching a new version of its top-of-the-line 5G phone under the same name. The 2022 Edge Plus boasts a sharp front camera, a sky-high refresh rate and Qualcomm’s latest processor. But there’s a notable tradeoff: It lacks a telephoto lens. It’s worth considering whether to hold out for the $1,000 upgraded …

Google’s upcoming Pixel 6a phone and rumored Pixel Watch have reportedly leaked via a carrier’s inventory system. The online leak, reported earlier Tuesday by Android Police, was attributed to an unnamed source.  The US carrier’s database reportedly shows Google’s next flagship phone will come in black, white or green, and have 128GB of storage. The Pixel Watch leak shows it …

Instagram on Tuesday said it’s rolling out auto-generated captions for videos on its Feed. The feature will be on by default for creators.  The Meta-owned company says the move will make the app more accessible for people who are deaf or hard-of-hearing, as well as benefit people who prefer watching videos without sound.  “We’ve noticed that our community has implemented …

Choices, choices. When it comes to connecting a computer to a monitor (or picking a monitor to buy) one of the last things you want to get bogged down in is a decision over which connections you need. Especially when you could be dwelling on more exciting features, like whether the HDR you can afford is worth it. And the …

The Sonos Roam ($179) is a very good portable WiFi/Bluetooth speaker that I rated highly when it came out last year. Now Sonos is releasing the Sonos Roam SL, which is essentially the same speaker without the integrated microphone, for $20 less. It’s available for preorder now and ships on March 15. See at Sonos That microphone on the more expensive model …