Simon Reed examines the friction between technological promises and everyday use. His columns focus on product disappointments, unintended consequences and the work left to users when a system falls short. He is skeptical of novelty for its own sake.
Google is shaking up its smartphone manufacturing strategy. Leaked reports indicate the tech giant will begin developing and manufacturing its premium Pixel phones, including the Pro models and the hi...
The promise is alluring: breathe new life into your vintage speakers with a simple, unassuming device. The Atonemo Streamplayer, a small audio puck, claims to do just that—transforming your cherished,...
The FBI has executed a search warrant at the home of Hannah Natanson, a reporter for The Washington Post, seizing her phone, laptops, and even her smartwatch. This "highly unusual and aggressive" acti...
Smart TVs were supposed to eliminate the need for clunky boxes and streaming sticks, but let's be real—most smart TV interfaces are slow, clunky, and downright frustrating. That's why streaming device...
The UK government is doubling down on its controversial Online Safety Act, now requiring platforms to proactively scan user content. This latest expansion, finalized this week, demands companies not o...
The all-touchscreen era in automotive design might be screeching to a halt. At least, that's what Australian crash testers are suggesting with their latest mandate, and they aren't alone....
Sequoia Capital is making a bold move, signaling a significant investment in Blues, an IoT platform with the ambitious goal of making "every thing smarter." The venture capital firm, known for its ......
AirTags are great for keeping tabs on your valuables, but the constant battery swaps? A minor annoyance, sure, but an annoyance nonetheless. Now, Elevation Lab is offering a solution for the truly com...
Stealth mode is officially OVER. F2, a YC S25 company, is making its first public move by posting a Product Designer role on the Y Combinator jobs board. My sources tell me this isn't just a random hi...
JLab's new JBuds Mini are making waves, and for good reason. At a mere $33.99, these earbuds aren't just cheap; they're a surprisingly competent package crammed into a minuscule form factor. But can s...
The promise of a connected home just took a sinister turn. A YouTube user has posted a video demonstrating the discovery of a hidden camera inside a popular smart display, raising serious questions ab...
Let's be honest, the app market is flooded with sleep aids. But a new, unconventional offering has emerged from the depths of GitHub: Bedtime, a minimalist web app designed to lull you to sleep by ......
Rockstar Games faces continued scrutiny as a UK employment tribunal denies a request for interim pay from 34 fired employees. The Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain (IWGB) has accused Rock......
Linus Torvalds, the notoriously blunt creator of Linux, may have inadvertently spawned a new generation of AI coders channeling his distinctive communication style. A recently surfaced hobby GitHub......
The Nintendo Switch 2 is here, and while the console itself is a marvel, it’s the right accessories that truly unlock its potential. Forget those frivolous add-ons; I’m talking about the essentials th...
Asus is throwing down the gauntlet with its new ROG Swift PG27AQWP-W gaming monitor. Boasting a 27-inch QHD QD-OLED panel and a blistering 540 Hz refresh rate (720 Hz in HD), this display is packing s...
Australia's pioneering social media ban for users under 16 is already making waves. Meta, the behemoth behind Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, has axed nearly 550,000 accounts to comply with the new ...
Corsair aims to redefine budget gaming audio with the revamped Void Wireless V2 headset. For under $100, gamers can now experience immersive Dolby Atmos sound in a comfortable, lightweight design. But...