Dave LeClair is the Senior News Editor for Tom's Guide, keeping his finger on the pulse of all things technology. He loves taking the complicated happenings in the tech world and explaining why they matter. Whether Apple is announcing the next big thing in the mobile space or a small startup advancing generative AI, Dave will apply his experience to help you figure out what's happening and why it's relevant to your life.
Before Tom's Guide, Dave worked for publications like PCMag, Pocket-lint, MUO, How-To Geek, Digital Trends, and others. He started writing about technology professionally for MUO in 2011 and hasn't looked back since. In addition to news, you can find reviews, how-to pieces, shopping guides, and many other types of content with Dave's name attached.
Latest articles by Dave LeClair

One new iPhone model is most popular with Tom's Guide readers — and it's not even close
By Dave LeClair published
A higher price isn't deterring our readers because most of them want the most expensive iPhone 17 model.

The iPhone Air is Apple's 'boldest design move since the iPhone X' — and it's a huge step toward an iPhone Fold
By Dave LeClair published
We talked to several industry analysts, and they seem to agree that the iPhone Air is a huge deal for Apple's future.

iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max revealed — release date, specs, price, cameras, colors and more
By Dave LeClair published
The top-of-the-line iPhone models are living up to the Pro moniker this year with huge upgrades.

New leak suggests Apple could make a crossbody strap for the iPhone 17 — here's what we know
By Dave LeClair published
The leaked image showcases Apple's cross-body strap accessory for the iPhone 17.

You can make Tom's Guide a preferred source in Google News — here's how
By Dave LeClair published
It just takes a minute to make sure you can see all the best Tom's Guide stories in Google News.

New Ecovacs robot vacuum charges in minutes and climbs where others can't — say hello to faster cleaning
By Dave LeClair published
This high-end robot vacuum features a self-emptying base that eliminates the need for bags.

Samsung's new party speakers might blind your guests with a 360-degree light show
By Dave LeClair published
Set the mood with bright lights and loud music thanks to Samsung's new Sound Tower speakers.

Google Messages leans into minimalism — No more colorful circles
By Dave LeClair published
The Material 3 Expressive design language is now available in Google Messages.

Forget iPhone 17 — iPad Pro's Tandem OLED display could be coming to future iPhones
By Dave LeClair published
A significant screen upgrade could be on the way for future iPhone models, with a report hinting Apple could be going with Tandem OLED panels.

iPhone 17 rumors say one model could get a new orange color — pick your favorite shade
By Dave LeClair last updated
We're curious which iPhone 17, iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max colors have intrigued you.

Reports of Car Theft With $200 Flipper Zero Device Are Greatly Exaggerated — Here's What We Know
By Dave LeClair published
They can potentially gain access to your car, but stealing it is unlikely.

iOS 26 Is Almost Here — Apple Drops What We Expect To Be the Final Beta Before Launch
By Dave LeClair published
It looks like iOS 26 will be here before we know it — here's why we think it's about to drop.

iPhone 17 Pro could finally get long-awaited charging feature — what we know
By Dave LeClair published
Reverse wireless charging could be right around the corner for iPhone 17 Pro, and it's about time.

The rumors might be wrong — iPhone 18's camera control could evolve, not end
By Dave LeClair published
Fans of the feature can rest easier

Touch ID on Apple Watch — New Code Reveals Major Security Boost for Future Models
By Dave LeClair published
If this happens, future Apple Watch models could be significantly more secure.

Apple’s new ‘Charismatic’ smart home OS is getting set to take on Alexa and Google
By Dave LeClair last updated
Apple's new operating system for smart home devices might be very 'Charismatic,' if its codename is to be believed.

Massive Apple leak just revealed 10 new products — Apple Watch 11, new Apple TV, new iPad mini and more
By Dave LeClair published
Apple's mistake provided us with a glimpse of the company's future plans, and things are looking promising.

Google Photos just got a huge AI upgrade with 'Remix' — here's what you can do now
By Dave LeClair published
Google promised the new "Remix" feature and now it's rolling out to Google Photos users all over.

This leaker is giving vintage iPhones a second life as art — and they're for sale
By Dave LeClair published
Leaker Sonny Dickson has a new project that takes discarded phones and turns them into artwork.

No strings attached streaming is here — Sling TV's new Day Pass starts at just $4.99
By Dave LeClair last updated
Why haven't more streaming services started offering day passes to their services yet?

Apple's $599 MacBook just tipped to launch this year — and it could be a game changer
By Dave LeClair published
A more affordable MacBook could be on the way soon, but can it compete with other budget-friendly laptops?

Nearly 5,000 GPT-5 users flock to Reddit in backlash — it 'feels like a downgrade' and 'I feel like I'm taking crazy pills'
By Dave LeClair last updated
OpenAI launched ChatGPT 5, and it wasn't met with universal praise.

iOS 26 solves a group message issue you’ve probably been putting up with for years
By Dave LeClair last updated
How did it take Apple this long to make group messages better?
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