Dave LeClair
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
I tested out Yelp's AI assistant to find a house cleaner — here are the results
By Dave LeClair published
Everyone has AI now, and Yelp's using its foray into the field to help you find your next home professional for most jobs.
Apple iPhone alarm clock isn't working for some users — what you need to know
By Dave LeClair published
Users are complaining that their iPhone alarm clock app didn't work today, causing all kinds of issues.
Fortnite fans rejoice — Epic is bringing it back to iPad in the EU
By Dave LeClair published
With Apple being forced to allow sideloading on the iPad in the EU, Epic is already planning to bring Fortnite back to the platform in the region.
Ford's hands-free driving technology reportedly linked to three highway deaths
By Dave LeClair published
The NTSB is investigating two crashes involving Ford's self-driving technology that resulted in three deaths.
Google is bringing a split-screen to Circle to Search on Pixel devices
By Dave LeClair published
This update will be a game changer if you like using split-screen and circles to search on your Pixel phone.
After TikTok, DJI drone ban could be next for US lawmakers
By Dave LeClair published
The Countering CCP Drones Act could ground DJI's drones entirely, though it has a long way to go before it passes.
Google Pixel 8a could get seven years of security updates — here's why
By Dave LeClair published
A leaked Google ad showed seven years of security updates for the Pixel 8a and many AI features.
Google I/O 2024 schedule revealed — what to expect from the big event
By Dave LeClair published
Google I/O is right around the corner, and the company has revealed the event's schedule, which includes all the Google stuff we know and love.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Ultra reportedly on the way as blood sugar monitoring rumors ramp up
By Dave LeClair published
Samsung may add blood sugar monitoring to the Galaxy Watch 7, and the company could also work on an Ultra version of the watch.
Tim Cook teases the next big iPad accessory for the Let Loose event
By Dave LeClair published
Tim Cook posted on X about Apple's upcoming Let Loose event, telling users to "Pencil us in for May 7!" That's led to speculation of a new Apple Pencil appearing at the event.
iPadOS 18 could finally get the calculator app users have been clamoring for
By Dave LeClair published
After years of user requests, it looks like Apple is finally planning to release a dedicated iPad calculator app.
TikTok ban gets real in US as bill passes Senate — and Biden just signed it
By Dave LeClair published
The US Senate passed a bill forcing TikTok's parent company to sell the app or be banned in the United States.
Razer's new Viper V3 Pro gaming mouse boasts an obscene 8000Hz polling rate
By Dave LeClair published
The Razer Viper V3 Pro offers better value than the previous version by including the high-speed dongle in the box.
Apple announces ‘Let Loose’ event for May 7 — get ready for new iPad Pro OLED and biggest iPad Air ever
By Dave LeClair last updated
Apple revealed a May 7 event in an invite to the press, and we expect it to focus on all things iPad, including new iPad Pro and Air models.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 — these could be the first phones to get Qualcomm’s new chip
By Dave LeClair published
Qualcomm is preparing to release the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 later this year, and we know which phones could be the first to get it.
Massive Google Pixel 8a leak just spilled all the specs
By Dave LeClair last updated
Google is close to announcing the Pixel 8a, but the latest batch of leaks told us just about everything.
It doesn't look like GameCube and Wii emulators are coming to the App Store
By Dave LeClair published
According to the developer of the popular GameCube and Wii emulator Dolphin, it's not possible to make those platforms work on iOS.
A new Mac calculator app could launch soon — here's what to expect
By Dave LeClair published
A report says that Apple will launch a new calculator app for Mac at WWDC and it has some exciting new features.
You can use Delta emulator for iPhone to play retro games on your TV — here's how
By Dave LeClair published
Delta emulator has actually made it through Apple's filters, and you can use AirPlay to turn it into a big-screen retro gaming powerhouse.
Tesla just recalled every Cybertruck over dangerous accelerator pedal flaw — what you need to know
By Dave LeClair published
A dangerous accelerator issue forced Tesla to recall every single sold Cybertruck. Here's everything you need to know about the recall.
Meta drops the Quest 2 price to $199, making VR more affordable for everyone
By Dave LeClair published
The Meta Quest 2 is on its way out with the release of the Meta Quest 3 and now the company has dropped the price to $199.
A retro game emulator actually stuck around on iOS today, and I tried it
By Dave LeClair published
The Delta retro game emulator launched on iOS this week, and it actually stuck around long enough for our news editor to give it a try.
Meta’s Llama 3 AI assistant is now live on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp — and it’s shockingly fast
By Dave LeClair published
Meta showed off its new Llama 3 AI model and the AI assistant it powers is all over Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.