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 use the hidden ‘Back Tap’ iPhone feature to create my own instant shortcuts — here's how to do it
By Dave LeClair last updated
The Back Tap feature on the iPhone is a true time saver that adds tons of convenience.

TikTok has signed deal to create US joint venture and avoid shutdown — what it means for you
By Dave LeClair published
It took a while, but ByteDance is ready to divest its U.S. entity to a joint venture controlled by American investors.

Rad Power Bikes files for bankruptcy, owes $8.3 million in unpaid tariffs
By Dave LeClair last updated
Rad Power Bikes was a dominant brand in the e-bike market, but times have changed, and the brand has filed for bankruptcy protection.

Apple is reportedly developing a 24-inch OLED iMac — what we know so far
By Dave LeClair published
The move to OLED could come for Apple's all-in-one desktop, based on a new report.

My go-to car mount just got a rare discount — 25W wireless charging at 25% off
By Dave LeClair last updated
I use the Anker Prime car mount charger every day, and I absolutely love how fast it is.

Huge deal alert! Ghost Golf bags are up to $100 off in this massive sale
By Dave LeClair published
Getting a fancy new golf bag can make playing golf even more fun (and help keep you organized on the course).

Spotify was down — Live updates as the outage ends
By Dave LeClair last updated
Everyone's favorite music streaming service seemed to have issues, leaving internet goers around the world with nothing to listen to.

Game Awards 2025 live — all the reveals, announcements, trailers and all the winners
By Rory Mellon last updated
The Game Awards 2025 is set to be the biggest night in gaming, with the best of the year honored and brand new games revealed.

2026 iPad models could get performance boost — new leak reveals A19 and M4 chips
By Dave LeClair published
A huge leak has allegedly spilled the beans on Apple's 2026 iPad plans, led by an M4-toting iPad Air.

Australia's social media ban for all children under 16 is live — here's what you need to know
By George Phillips last updated
Australia's social media ban is live, and children under 16 will be banned from having an account on certain social media platforms. Here's what we know so far.

Spotify Wrapped 2025 LIVE: Your year in music has been revealed — latest news, reactions and tips
By James Frew last updated
Spotify Wrapped is here — all the latest on Spotify's big end-of-year event.

Massive Android 16 update dropping — notification summaries, custom icon shapes and more
By Dave LeClair published
Along with a slew of new Android 16 features for Pixel, Google will drop updates for other Android versions on non-Pixel devices.

Shopify was down — Live updates on the Cyber Monday outage
By Dave LeClair last updated
This wasn't a test: Shopify was down on one of the busiest shopping days of the year.

Cyber Monday golf deals LIVE: huge sales on clubs, apparel, balls and more
By Dave LeClair last updated
If you're as addicted to golf as I am, you're going to want to follow along as we bring you the best Cyber Monday golf deals around.

Is Best Buy down? Live updates and where to get Black Friday deals now
By Dave LeClair last updated
This isn't a test; shoppers are having a hard time getting to Best Buy's website to get the tech and gadgets they need.

Huge HBO Max Black Friday deal happening now — only $2.99 per month
By Dave LeClair published
HBO Max is substantially cheaper than usual with this Black Friday deal.

Black Friday OLED gaming monitor deals — 11 monitors actually worth your money
By Tony Polanco last updated
OLED gaming monitors can help games look their absolute best. Here are 7 early Black Friday OLED gaming monitor deals happening right now.

Massive Lowe's Black Friday sale live from $2 — here's the 21 best deals on appliances, decor, tools and more
By Dave LeClair, Millie Davis-Williams published
Lowe's Black Friday sale is packed with huge savings on everything you need to improve your home for the holidays.

Hole in one! Golf shoes deals and sales are happening now — here's the ones I'd buy as a golfer
By Dave LeClair published
Golf shoes are one of the most important parts of your kit, and these deals will keep your feet happy and your wallet full.

I've played every major Call of Duty game, and Black Ops 7 is both fun and frustrating
By Dave LeClair published
A great Call of Duty game that's more of the same

These early Black Friday robot lawn mower deals will save you time and sanity
By Dave LeClair last updated
Let the robot do the dirty work while you relax (or do other chores). These are my favorite Black Friday robot lawn mower deals.

Tim Cook could step down as Apple CEO as early as next year — and this is the front-runner to replace him
By Dave LeClair published
If Tim Cook leaves next year, who will take over at Apple? Several names are being bandied about.

YouTube TV and Disney appear close on ESPN and ABC deal, but other channels could stay dark
By Dave LeClair published
Google and Disney are locked in a battle for the ages, but two of Disney's channels could return to YouTube TV soon.
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