Latest articles by Brian Nadel
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.
TP-Link RE655BE review: Finally a Wi-Fi extender with Wi-Fi 7 support
The TP-Link RE655BE may be expensive for a Wi-Fi extender but it delivers stellar performance and is the first of its kind with Wi-Fi 7 support.
I tested the Blueair Classic Pro CP7i air purifier and it cleans and sanitizes air at the same time
We tested the Blueair Classic Pro CP7i air purifier in our home and found it did an excellent job of cleaning and purifying the air in our room.
I've been using the Windmill Air Purifier for a month, and it performs as well as it looks
It's the best looking air purifier around
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.
MyFICO identity theft protection review
MyFICO may not have a VPN, password manager or malware protection but it does provide actual FICO scores and an excellent credit simulator.
Eero Pro 7 review: Fast Wi-Fi 7 mesh speeds simplified
The eero Pro 7 brings the best features of eero’s flagship mesh Wi-Fi 7 system in a smaller package at a more budget-friendly price.
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.
Netgear Orbi 870 review: A great Wi-Fi 7 mesh kit for long range performance
The Netgear Orbi 870 brings all of Wi-Fi 7’s best features for significantly less than the flagship Orbi 973 with excellent medium to long range performance.
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.
The best car head-up display in 2025
Enhance the capabilities of your car’s dashboard with the best car heads-up displays. Once you have one you'll never go back.
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
MSI Roamii BE Lite review: Wi-Fi 7-powered mesh networking without the 6 GHz band
The MSI Roamii BE Lite is an affordable mesh router with Wi-Fi 7 but to get to this lower price, it forgoes the faster 6 GHz band entirely.
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
Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 soon — 5 ways to make sure your PC is secure
Five things you can do when Microsoft ends its free security updates to the venerable Windows 10 operating system in October
Just got a Samsung Galaxy S24? Try these 11 features first
With a helping hand from Galaxy AI, the Galaxy S24 can do magic, and then some
