Latest articles by Brian Nadel
Asus RP-AX58 review
The Asus RP-AX58 delivers excellent speeds for the price minus a few creature comforts
ExpressVPN Aircove review
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
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
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
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
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.
Netgear EAX17 review: a Wi-Fi 6 extender that’s economical to use
The Netgear EAX17 provides good mid-range speeds and isn’t expensive to leave on at all times but its three-prong plug and slower Wi-Fi 6 rating might not make it the best fit for many home networks.
I just tested the ultimate OBD-II scanner — and it's the best reason not to go to a mechanic
The Innova 5610 has a bunch of features you'd normally need to see a mechanic for. Here's our full review.
I just gave my old laptop a major Wi-Fi 7 speed boost with these USB adapters — here's how
With a Wi-Fi 7 USB adapter you can make any laptop or desktop running Windows compatible with the latest wireless standard for faster speeds and less lag.
I finally added internet to my kitchen and all it took was my old cable TV wiring — here’s how
By routing internet data over my home’s old cable TV lines, MoCA let me add wired connectivity to out of the way places like my kitchen.
Best Wi-Fi routers in Australia 2025: supercharge your NBN connection
The best Wi-Fi routers span from Wi-Fi 5 and mesh systems to new Wi-Fi 6 and 6e routers that offer faster speeds and better range.
Got a new Galaxy S25? Try out these tips and tricks to get the most out if it
With lots of AI features to personalize a Galaxy S25, the latest handset is trying to be your digital best friend. Here are some Galaxy S25 tips and tricks to try out first.
Best powerline extenders for 2025
The best powerline extenders let you stretch your home internet connection to any part of the house with an AC outlet.
I’ve been using this solar-powered security camera for 7 months — here’s what I like and what I don't
I've had the Eufy 4G LTE S330 security camera watching my backyard for more than half a year; here's what I've discovered about the camera.
I test audio gear for a living and this wireless speaker just showed me a better way to fill my house with music
The Three Plus wireless speaker has the smarts to connect over Bluetooth, cables and an optical link.
No more cables running across the floor — you can now use your power sockets
More stable than wireless, tidier than traditional wires
I turned an old phone into a system monitor for my computer — and the results blew me away
Here’s a DIY project that turns an old phone and a couple of apps into a system monitor that gives you a view inside a Windows system
Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 soon — 5 ways to make sure your PC is secure
Five things you can do when Microsoft ends its free security updates to the venerable Windows 10 operating system in October
Just got a Samsung Galaxy S24? Try these 11 features first
With a helping hand from Galaxy AI, the Galaxy S24 can do magic, and then some
Pro-Ject Debut Evo 2: A vinyl spinner that punches above its weight class
The Pro-Ject Debut Evo 2 is an excellent turntable with some great sound quality — but it does lack Bluetooth or USB connectivity.
Eero Outdoor 7 review: the weatherproof way to bring your mesh network outdoors
The Eero Outdoor 7 is a weatherproof mesh extender you can use to extend your eero mesh network out into your backyard and beyond.
McAfee Mobile Security review: Unlimited VPN access paired with a capable Android antivirus
McAfee Mobile Security now comes with even more features like an unlimited VPN and a password manager but its scans can be slow and you’ll need a newer Android device
Avast Mobile Security review: Great free but even better paid protection on Android
Avast Mobile Security is a comprehensive Android antivirus app with an excellent free version and two fully-featured paid options.
