
Brian Nadel
Brian Nadel is a freelance writer and editor who specializes in technology reporting and reviewing. He works out of the suburban New York City area and has covered topics from nuclear power plants and Wi-Fi routers to cars and tablets. The former editor-in-chief of Mobile Computing and Communications, Nadel is the recipient of the TransPacific Writing Award.
Latest articles by Brian Nadel

TP Link Deco BE65-Outdoor review: Bringing full Wi-Fi 7 mesh networking outside
By Brian Nadel published
The TP Link Deco BE65-Outdoor is a tri-band, Wi-Fi 7 node that lets you extend your Deco mesh network to the great outdoors.

Aura identity theft protection review: Excellent protection for the whole household
By Brian Nadel published
With a good value, and features that include malware protection, a password manager and a VPN, Aura’s Identity Theft Protection offers much more than just a basic package.

McAfee+ Ultimate identity theft protection review: Everything you need to stay safe online
By Brian Nadel published
McAfee+ Ultimate combines identity theft protection with McAfee’s security tools for comprehensive online security.

LifeLock identity theft protection review: All the features you could ever want
By Brian Nadel published
With a vast array of features, a longstanding reputation and a digital shield that includes antivirus add-ons, LifeLock aims to do it all but this comes at a top-tier price.

Bitdefender Ultimate Security Plus identity theft protection review: Taking online security to the next level
By Brian Nadel published
Bitdefender’s Ultimate Security Plus Extended pairs the company’s antivirus software with identity theft protection from TransUnion for comprehensive online protection.

IdentityForce identity theft protection review: All the basics for less
By Brian Nadel published
IdentityForce’s identity theft features are informative and detailed but the service lacks the malware and VPN protection offered by others.

IDShield identity theft protection review: An efficient and affordable option for basic coverage
By Brian Nadel published
IDShield offers the basics of identity theft protection as well as some good features for online safety but lacks some essentials you may want.

TP-Link Archer BE3600 review: Dual-band Wi-Fi 7 for less than you'd expect
By Brian Nadel published
The TP-Link Archer BE3600 is an extremely affordable, dual-band Wi-Fi 7 router that delivers surprisingly well for the price.

TP-Link Archer GE650 review: affordable Wi-Fi 7-powered gaming
By Brian Nadel published
The TP-Link Archer GE650 sets a new standard for affordability and performance among gaming routers with the best features of Wi-Fi 7 to boot.

Netgear Orbi 370 review: The most affordable Orbi mesh kit yet
By Brian Nadel published
The Netgear Orbi 370 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7-powered mesh kit that is significantly smaller and more affordable than other Orbi mesh routers.

TP-Link Archer BE9700 review: the budget Wi-Fi 7 router to beat
By Brian Nadel published
The TP-Link Archer BE9700 is an unassuming but surprisingly fast and capable Wi-Fi 7 router at a very affordable and budget-friendly price.

I have a Samsung Galaxy S25 — these are the first 3 things I did to customize it
By Brian Nadel published
It's easy to make your new Galaxy S25 feel more personalized. These are the first three things you should dow when getting any Samsung flagship phone.

I spent a month testing this stylish Blueair Signature air purifier — here's what I thought
By Brian Nadel published
Blueair’s Blue Signature looks more like furniture than an air cleaner at first glance. But while it can clear the air and reduce odors, it can’t kill airborne germs.

I tried 3 AI-powered scam detectors to help keep me safe online — and there's a clear winner
By Brian Nadel published
Online scams are everywhere you look and keep getting worse which is why cybersecurity companies are turning to AI to spot them before they can fool you.

I tested the Molekule Air Pro air purifier for a month — and it's worth the price
By Brian Nadel published
The Molekule Air Pro Air Purifier has a striking design, that might not be for everybody.

Asus TUF Gaming BE6500 router review: dual-band Wi-Fi 7 with top-flight wired performance
By Brian Nadel published
The Asus TUF Gaming BE6500 offers many of Wi-Fi 7’s best features on a shoestring budget but its excellent wired performance makes it a great choice for gamers.

Acer Predator Connect T7 review: the Wi-Fi 7-powered gaming mesh router to beat
By Brian Nadel published
The Acer Predator Connect T7 combines Wi-Fi 7 speeds with whole home mesh coverage in a sleek, yet subtle package for a gaming router.

Asus RP-AX58 review
By Brian Nadel published
The Asus RP-AX58 delivers excellent speeds for the price minus a few creature comforts

ExpressVPN Aircove review
By Brian Nadel published
Who needs an app when this small, Wi-Fi 6-powered, VPN router can secure up to five devices at once?

Want to put your own stamp on your Galaxy S25? 3 One UI 7 tweaks to try right now
By Brian Nadel published
One UI 7 debuted with the Galaxy S25 lineup, but it's available to a wider range of Samsung phones now. Try tweaking these features if you want a more customized experience.

The best Android antivirus apps in 2025
By Amber Bouman last updated
Light and fast but with the ability to defend a phone or tablet, the best Android antivirus apps can protect your data and privacy without slowing down your devices.

Linksys RE7350 review: a simple yet slow, app-free Wi-Fi extender
By Brian Nadel published
The Linksys RE7350 can help you eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones but its slow speeds and lack of an app to configure and control this Wi-Fi extender leave a lot to be desired.

Samsung Galaxy S25 battery tips — 4 things you should do for a longer-lasting phone
By Brian Nadel published
Go from always looking to charge your Galaxy S25 to days of battery life with these tips for getting more power out of your phone.
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