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September 18
- I think ugly shoes are the comfiest — and these are the 3 you need to buy
- ChatGPT has been my daily chatbot for years — here’s why I’m planning on switching to Gemini
- Free Garmin update rolls out Lifestyle Logging to all users — here’s what it does and how to get it
- Apple calls AirPods Pro 3 'best in class,' and I got the inside scoop on how it re-engineered the flagship earbuds
- I had a Google Nest Mini and an Amazon Echo 3rd Gen while I was at college - and this smart speaker is the clear winner for your dorm
- Top experts debunk the cycle syncing trend — 'The evidence just isn't there'
- The mattress stains that are harmless and the ones you should never ignore
- Chatbots don’t care about punctuation — here’s what happened when I tested it
- You might be using your espresso machine wrong — I'm an ex-barista and here's what you need to do
- No, not crunches! Strengthen your core, support your spine, and boost posture in 10 minutes with this ab workout
- Do you really need to rake leaves? Lawncare experts reveal all
- I’ve been using watchOS 26 for months, and this one feature will convince you to upgrade
- iPhone Air battery life tested — here’s how it really stacks up
- I asked appliance experts the age old question, which cleans better: cordless or corded vacuums? Here's what they recommend
- I used to love ChatGPT's temporary chat — here's why I stopped using it
- I just tested the iPhone 17 Pro's new zoom camera vs Galaxy S25 Ultra and Pixel 10 Pro XL — and the results surprise me
September 17
- I tried TikTok's '3x3 by 12' health trend that's everywhere for a week — here's what happened
- 27 AI models were ranked by the public and ChatGPT came 8th — these are the models that beat it
- iPhone 17 Pro Max battery life test results are in — this blew us away
- I’ve been testing the DJI Mini 5 Pro — and my first impressions tell me this could be the drone to beat
- The Hypershell X Ultra is the personal exoskeleton that puts a literal spring in your step
- A new study finds these two types of exercise can help fight cancer
- People are using espresso machines to clean their engagement rings — I asked jewelers if that's a good idea
- 5 midweek chores that save my sanity and prevent weekend chaos
- How to read the 'Slow Horses' book in order: A guide for fans of the Apple TV Plus show
- What does it mean for a fridge to have AI? I tried one for 3 months to find out
- I spoke to fitness and nutrition experts about avoiding winter slumps — here’s the 3 things you need to know
- Microsoft will end Windows 10 security support in 30 days — here are your options
September 16
- These are the only 3 gadgets I bought when I became a dad — and one's less than $30
- I did yoga for 15 minutes every night before bed for a month — here's how it transformed my sleep
- MOVA introduces the Z60 Ultra Roller Complete: the next generation of robotic vacuum and roller mop powered by AI
- I did the Pilates 'roll like a ball' exercise for a week, and my mobility improved in a way I didn’t expect
- watchOS 26 is live — and these are my 7 favorite new Apple Watch features
- Get a stronger core, firmer glutes, and a more mobile spine with these 7 Pilates exercises
- Protein and muscle health expert debunks the 30/30 rule, and says this is what matters most
- I toured Apple's secret audio lab to see how it built and perfected the AirPods Pro 3
- I'm a 68 and had my second hip replacement 2 months ago — here's the mobility routine I use to regain strength
- macOS Tahoe is live now: 5 features to try first
September 15
- Running is my secret to falling asleep fast night after night — here's why it works, according to a sleep specialist
- iPhone 17 delays — how long will you have to wait if you order today?
- I spent a week testing this new AI learning tool — and now it's replacing ChatGPT
- Bored with the gym? These 3 gadgets are game changers for my motivation
- This secret iOS 26 update is a game-changer for workouts on your Apple Watch
- 7 iPhone security settings you should enable right now to lock down your smartphone
- I tried the new Apple Watch faces in watchOS 26 and there’s a clear winner
- These 4 ChatGPT keyboard shortcuts will change how you write
- Apple finally gave the iPhone 17 Pro a vapor chamber — why this upgrade matters
- A yoga teacher recommends this 10-minute 'deep sleep' yoga routine for a restful night's sleep, and it's a game-changer
- I asked Google AI mode to recommend the best gaming laptop under $2,000 — you're wasting your money if you trust AI search
September 14
- How to get the most out of Gemini Pro
- I tried out iPhone 17 Dual Capture — here's what it can and can't do
- I drove the Audi Q6 e-tron for a week — here’s my pros and cons
- Why do we dream? Experts share the 4 most important roles dreams play in our sleep
- 4 hidden ChatGPT mobile tricks that make it way more useful
- I asked appliance experts whether AC or dehumidifiers are better for reducing humidity — here’s what they recommend
- These are the 5 kitchen gadgets that make cooking a breeze — even if you're lazy like me
- I tried Nike’s free in-store running technique analysis — and I'm impressed
- I’ve been making this big mistake when mulching my trees — experts warn its 'an epidemic in landscaping'
September 13
- I biked 11 miles with the Coros Nomad vs Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro — and the results surprised me
- This has just become my new favorite speaker — and it's a game changer for home audio enthusiasts
- Just 7 minutes and two dumbbells — strengthen your back and biceps with this 7-move workout
- Did Apple ‘downgrade’ the telephoto camera with the iPhone 17 Pro? Here’s what you need to know
- Why are my dishes still dirty after running the dishwasher? Here’s what the appliance experts say, and how to fix it
- Experts warn oversleeping this fall is a bad idea — here's why
- I’m a personal trainer over 40 — here are the stretches I do every day to alleviate hip and back pain
- How your menstrual cycle impacts sleep — plus 3 ways to beat period insomnia
- People who shower at night instead of morning experience better sleep, say experts — here's why
September 12
- This common belief about sleep is a myth, says doctor — and I'm pleased
- 5 tips I recommend when buying a washing machine to avoid the laundry day blues
- I test TVs for a living — here are my 5 favorite OLED TVs for PS5 gaming
- I asked appliance experts why my robot mop leaves streaks on my floor — here's what I've been doing wrong
- These 5 expert-approved yoga stretches are my secret to feeling strong and mobile during pregnancy
September 11
- Norton VPN servers — all you need to know about the provider's network
- Apple put a heart rate monitor in the AirPods Pro 3, so where is the Apple Ring we've been waiting for?
- I went hands-on with all the new iPhone 17 devices — and this is the one I'd actually buy
- As a TV expert, these are the 5 TV settings that annoy me the most — and how to disable them
- I’ve waited a long time for this AirPods Pro 3 feature — now it’s finally here
- I spoke to the cast of 'Foundation' — read this before the epic season 3 finale
- I found ChatGPT-5's biggest blind spot (Memory is broken) — my workaround is shockingly simple
- Experts say you should never put this common kitchen item in your dishwasher — here’s why
September 10
- I review smartwatches for a living — but here’s why I’m more excited about the AirPods Pro 3 than the Apple Watch 11
- Got stiff hips, back, and shoulders? An expert's 7-minute routine can undo the damage
- Apple Watch Series 11 is not a blood pressure monitor — here's how hypertension alerts work
- Trainer reveals a standing abs routine that actually strengthens your deep core
- Pantry moths used to plague my kitchen, but this natural remedy keeps them at bay
- As a TV expert, here are the 3 features I look for instead of shopping by brand
- 5 things to consider when buying a laptop, from a pro laptop reviewer
- Forget Suno — I built a 7-song playlist (plus a bonus track) for free with this under-the-radar AI
- 5 chair exercises that build functional strength after 50 — and they're beginner-friendly
- Make the most of your iPhone 17 with these accessories
September 9
- I added the figure-4 stretch to my mobility routine — here's what happened to my hips and glutes
- Avoid making this 1 big mistake that could ruin the surface of your induction cooktop
- 7 steps to stay safe after receiving a data breach notification letter
- I reviewed the iPhone 16 — 5 last-minute rumored iPhone 17 upgrades I’m excited for
- I test TVs for a living — here are 3 reasons I’d splurge on OLED over a cheap TV
- I’m 72 years old — here’s the simple bodyweight workout I do to build strength and mobility with just 5 exercises
- I write about smartwatches for a living — here's the 3 Apple Watch Series 11 changes I want to see
- Meta Connect 2025: 5 huge announcements we expect to see
- AirPods Pro 3 — 5 things I want to see from Apple's new earbuds
September 8
- I test smartwatches for a living — these are the 5 biggest Apple Watch 11 and Ultra 3 upgrades I want to see
- Get all the TV you want, all in one place
- Forget burpees —the 'Pilates burpee' is beginner-friendly and low-impact (and you’ll love it)
- Meta Hypernova smart glasses: Rumors, leaks and everything we know so far
- If Back to the Future Part II had earbuds, this would be them — but the sound profile got left in 1985
- This $20 plastic wrap storage hack is so genius, I can’t believe I didn’t discover it sooner
- New study says you can boost longevity with just 60 seconds of exercise a day — here's how
- 5 hidden ChatGPT-5 settings you should enable right now
- A Pilates instructor's 8-minute secret to building stronger abs (no gym required)
September 7
- 3 best Prime Video spy thrillers to stream after 'Black Bag'
- I rode in the new Mercedes-Benz GLC EV — and it makes other luxury EVs boring
- I shot over 1,000 photos with the iPhone 16 Pro Max — and the iPhone 17 Pro Max has its work cut out for itself
- Is your air fryer a hidden health risk? The big cleaning mistake you need to fix right now
- Apple Vision Pro 2 could launch soon — here’s what a former Apple engineering manager says it must fix
- No, you don't need the gym — here's the 15-minute wall Pilates routine that builds strength and mobility after 40
- I test gadgets for a living — here are 3 that always make my day better
- Apple Watch Ultra 3 — The one feature I'm dreaming of (and the one that won't happen)
- I use Perplexity every day — these are my 7 favorite prompts (plus, how to get Perplexity’s browser for free)
- Ditch the weights — carve out stronger abs in 15 minutes with this bodyweight workout
September 6
- 30 minutes, full body — two trainers share the workout that builds muscle and strength
- I just discovered the 'Silent To-Do List' — and my cleaning has changed forever
- 'Only Murders in the Building' star teases a darker season 5: 'There are so many surprises'
- 5 Reasons why ChatGPT-5 beat Gemini in our coding face-off
- I threw out my Nutribullet blender after testing this Beast personal blender — here's why
- Your AC could be making you sick — experts reveal what you're doing wrong
- This 30-minute Pilates workout strengthens the whole body and improves your mobility — and you don’t need any kit to do it
- I asked ChatGPT-5 vs Claude to script the next sci-fi blockbuster — this is the one I’d pay to watch
- Exploding head syndrome isn't as scary as it sounds — but it could be what's disrupting your sleep, doctors explain
- Dolby Vision 2: What is it and what does it mean for your next TV?
September 5
- This piece of essential bedding could be making your mattress too warm — here's how you can fix that
- You now need Netflix, ESPN, HBO Max and more to stream WWE and AEW — here's how much it costs to watch wrestling
- iGarden is redefining artful living with intelligent garden solutions
- Forget '75 Hard' — TikTok’s new ‘Great Lock-In’ fitness challenge is here, and I asked the experts if it’s worth your time
- I asked pest experts what I need to buy to prevent mice in my home — here’s what they recommend
- Beats Studio Pro 2 — 5 big upgrades I really want to see
- Don’t make this laundry mistake — experts share how much laundry detergent to use for the best wash
- My dad is 72, and these are the 3 strengthening exercises I use (as a trainer) to bulletproof his lower back, hips and glutes against injury
- I tried the '3-word rule' with ChatGPT-5 and I got way better responses — 7 prompts to try now
September 4
- 3 ways ChatGPT-5 outshines Gemini in AI image tests
- LEGO's 9,000-piece Death Star launches October 1 — and nothing in my LEGO Star Wars collection compares to it
- How to use ChatGPT to redesign any room — see smarter layouts and picks for any space
- 3 ways Galaxy AI makes cooking easy as pie
- Expert reveals the one yard furniture mistake that could be attracting termites
- I tried the Pixel 10 Pro's 100x Pro Res Zoom — and I'm shocked by the results
- Is the new, affordable Sonia Bravia 2 QLED worth buying? Here's my take as a TV expert
- I ditched pigeon pose for these 5 hip exercises, and my hips have never felt better
- Are you damaging your induction cooktop? Here’s what you should do to protect it
- Surprising new study: Millennials —not Gen Z —are winning the AI race
- I'm 61 and a PT. Here's the simple workout I give my clients to stay strong and fit
September 3
- The VPN Playbook
- Don't let the end of daylight saving time sneak up on you this year — 3 ways to protect your sleep
- Bad news for Google — new survey shows 55% of people are now using AI instead of search engines
- Hygiene experts warns of the dangers of using the ‘eco’ cycle on your dishwasher
- This trainer's 20-minute workout strengthens your core, improves endurance, and fires up your abs
- Build strength, muscle and power in your 60s with these 6 essential strength exercises, according to an expert conditioning coach
- I put the Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Galaxy S25 Ultra through a 10-round camera shoot-out— and there's a clear winner
- ChatGPT-5 Study Mode isn’t just for students — 7 prompts to boost your career now
- 6 essential exercises everyone should be doing after 70 to build strength and mobility, according to a physical therapist
- This kitchen ingredient is the easiest way to clean a stained mattress — you’ll be surprised
September 2
- One Platform, Every Journey: Why PawkyMo’s Modular E-Bike System Isn’t Just Another Ride
- From Insight to Output: What Skywork Offers Solo Professionals
- The Adidas Treadflow is the first running shoe designed for the treadmill — I gave it a try
- I shrunk my gaming setup to a mini PC and eGPU — it’s shockingly good and cheaper too
- I swapped crunches for standing abs — and my core has never been stronger
- Apple Watch Series 11 set to launch next week — and this is the rumored upgrade I’m most excited about
- At 71, I'm a fitness coach. Here's the workout I swear by for strength and mobility
- 7 flowers to propagate in September to prolong your planting
September 1
- Forget walking and swimming — Harvard research says this is the best way to keep fit after 60
- Want to get quicker at running? These 6 moves will build your leg strength and boost your speed
- Washing machine experts warn against making this cleaning mistake with vinegar, and what to do instead
- Got stiff muscles? Try this 10-minute active recovery workout to boost mobility and feel better
- Should you squish a cockroach, or could it make things worse? We asked a pest control expert
- I just tried the Pixel 10’s secret weapon — and the iPhone 17 could be in big trouble
- An expert trainer recommends these 6 'essential' exercises for longevity — and you don't need weights
- Don’t believe your eyes when shopping for a TV in person — here’s why
- I ditched my iPhone and iPad for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for 2 weeks — here’s what happened