Latest articles by Brian Nadel
I have a Samsung Galaxy S25 — these are the first 3 things I did to customize it
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
