These are the best laptops under $500 we've reviewed (based on our hands-on testing) and they include a nice selection of Chromebooks, Windows 11 laptops and 2-in-1s that won't break your budget!
We've tested dozens of VPNs and evaluated how much they cost to bring you a definitive ranking of the top 5 best cheap VPNs, including Surfshark, NordVPN, and Private Internet Access
We've tested all the latest and greatest cooling mattresses and have selected these six as the best options for hot sleepers to buy.
I've tested the best carbon plate running shoes to help you find a fast, comfortable pair for your next race, including options from Nike, Adidas, Brooks, and Asics.
We've tested all the best camera phones, and these are the ones that rise to the top.
From Android to Apple and yes, even Windows, I can recommend the best tablet for you based on our hands-on reviews and lab testing.
Netflix just added "Zodiac," a dark and atmospheric mystery thriller that some viewers have labeled director David Fincher's best movie.
"Nobody Wants This" season 3 is happening, but it needs to make a big change.
The "Landman" season 2 premiere picks up where season 1 left off, and it doesn't seem like the show is changing its formula any time soon.
Our guide on the five best feel-good movies on Netflix that are guaranteed to brighten your day.
Our guide to the best movies new to Paramount Plus that you can stream in November 2025, all rated 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes.
Apple is reportedly shifting to a twice-yearly release schedule where high-end iPhones arrive six months before the rest of the line-up.
Here's how to use Apple Visual Intelligence feature to make a Calendar event based on a photo or screenshot, using recent iPhone models.
This 200 photo shootout between the iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Pixel 10 Pro XL covers different situations to test out the performance of both phones' cameras.
I've been putting off downloading iOS 26, but I finally took the plunge to see if it's worth it on an older iPhone.
Which camera phone wins?
In the lead-up to Black Friday, the latest and greatest wireless charging stand from Anker is already on sale.
You don’t need sit-ups or crunches to feel your core work. This all-standing routine helps strengthen your middle, improve balance, and stay joint-friendly at any age.
A Pilates instructor guides you through a 37-minute power Pilates workout using a set of light dumbbells to sculpt your entire body.
Add this walking workout to your routine
Using just bodyweight and a kitchen counter, Osborne has created an easy-to-follow seven-point plan that will help you “age well”.
Here's the simple workout you need to try
Strengthen your core with these four standing bodyweight exercises. No floor work required.
One of ChatGPT's biggest giveaways can be fixed in the settings now, removing all uses of em-dashes.
AI-generated videos are getting harder to spot, but there’s one tell they still can’t hide — and it’s right in the eyes. Here’s how to detect fakes fast.
ChatGPT Agent can be an incredible tool for the boring tasks you don't want to do and now I use it to book restaurants.
I gave ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini $50 to improve my life in 24 hours. Here’s what each AI suggested, what actually worked and which assistant delivered the best results.
ChatGPT now lets you branch off any message into a side thread — making it easier to organize your ideas, create alternate versions and stay focused across projects.
With Copilot you can generate an engaging podcast about any subject by simply entering a prompt.
Looking for your next big Black Friday TV deal? Here are a few specs to help you weed out the duds and find a new TV worth upgrading to.
As with all TVs, there are basic steps you can take when setting up an OLED TV to ensure that it looks its best and lasts a long time. As a TV expert, here are some common mistakes.
We've rounded up of the best 65-inch TVs, from budget-friendly 4K sets to premium OLEDs.
But it doesn’t come cheap
Tight on cash? Here are the best TVs under $500, including the award-winning Hisense U65QF and TCL QM6K.
We've tested the all-new, 2025 version of the Amazon Fire TV Omni QLED, and one thing is clear: You should wait to buy it. Here's what a TV expert has to say about Amazon's newest smart TV.
Our new and improved mattress testing data shows hybrid mattresses are the best at keeping you cool at night. Here's how they do it and what hot sleepers should look for when bed shopping.
Here's why a memory foam mattress could be the key to better sleep next to your partner — plus my top tips for couples choosing a new bed.
We've tested and re-tested the Siena Signature Mattress, and this budget memory foam impressed in these three benefits...
Memory foam mattresses have a certain reputation but after extensive testing both at-home and in our sleep lab, it's time for a foam rethink.
We've tested all the latest and greatest cooling mattresses and have selected these six as the best options for hot sleepers to buy.
A complete guide to our new methodology and scoring system
The potato bed trend has taken TikTok by storm. But sleep experts say ignore it — these are the things that'll actually help you fall asleep fast.
Freezing weather normally makes us feel chilly, so if you're waking up sweaty at night during fall and winter you probably want to know why. We're here to help.
The Hatch Restore 3 just dropped back to its lowest ever price. This is the sunrise alarm clock I'd snap up before Black Friday for easier wake-ups.
Researchers have found links between long-term melatonin supplement use and heart health issues, a new preliminary study shows.
If you're looking for a Hatch dupe, this excellent sunrise alarm clock could be my new favorite this winter.
We put the best-selling sunrise alarm clocks to the test. Here are our top recommendations for every budget and sleeper this winter.
You can make macOS even easier to use by adding and even creating your own shortcuts.
From RTX 5060 to 5090 graphics cards, these are the best pieces of PC tech money can buy right now.
As more people use AI to shop, cybercriminals are using these same AI tools to create scams and phishing attacks to prey on them.
Apple Maps and Google Maps both have AR navigation mode, and after testing them, I have the highs and lows of using both, plus an overall favorite.
These are the best laptops under $500 we've reviewed (based on our hands-on testing) and they include a nice selection of Chromebooks, Windows 11 laptops and 2-in-1s that won't break your budget!
DoorDash suffered a data breach in October that has exposed an untold number of customers, Dashers and merchants.
Dyson's professional hair dryer comes with a price tag to match, but its performance is hard to beat
Reusing your potting soil might not be a good idea
Not just for dust — a tech expert reveals creative uses for our robot vacuum around the home.
You could be doing more harm than good
This Cuisinart ice cream maker is quiet, fast and so easy to use. Best of all, it's reasonably-priced.
The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2 earbuds are my new go-to earbuds with their epic ANC and whopping battery life.
The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2 earbuds are budget but pack a serious punch with their ANC and battery power.
The Maono DM40 Pro review is a basic gaming microphone with fantastic ambient noise reduction and gorgeous RGB capsules, ideal for beginners, but not much else.
The Heddphone D1 bring something new to the world of wired headphones, and, as you might expect, sound a whole lot better than wireless options.
My noise-canceling experiment continues, as I try to be safer while out and about. But how am I doing?
There have been some big earbuds launches over 2025 — and I've looked at loads of them. Here are my three favorites.
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #890 on November 17.
Get clues and answers for today's NYT Pips to keep your streak going.
We got to play almost two hours of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and we're already looking forward to more. Here is our hands-on preview of Nintendo's highly anticipated shooter.
The Steam Machine is not quite a console and not quite a gaming PC. It’s the best of both worlds, and I’ve compared it to the PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Mac mini to prove it.
Ahead of Black Friday, Secretlab is knocking hundreds off its gaming chairs, desks and bundles.
Valve just announced the Steam Machine, and if its claims are true, then it could cause some folks to consider getting it over a gaming PC. Here's why I'm considering making the switch.
Dyson's professional hair dryer comes with a price tag to match, but its performance is hard to beat
The Chatbooks Photo Book service has amazing image quality and great color representation, but may not be what you’re looking for if you want to flex your creative muscles.
This Cuisinart ice cream maker is quiet, fast and so easy to use. Best of all, it's reasonably-priced.
The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2 earbuds are budget but pack a serious punch with their ANC and battery power.
The Maono DM40 Pro review is a basic gaming microphone with fantastic ambient noise reduction and gorgeous RGB capsules, ideal for beginners, but not much else.
The Inoviva Slushie Machine is a fantastic Ninja Slushi dupe. It performs almost identically and is $190 cheaper than the big-name option.
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Our new and improved mattress testing data shows hybrid mattresses are the best at keeping you cool at night. Here's how they do it and what hot sleepers should look for when bed shopping.
The 2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron is an all-electric sedan that boasts premium features, better-than-average efficiency, and slick modern design that puts other luxury EVs to shame.
The Chatbooks Photo Book service has amazing image quality and great color representation, but may not be what you’re looking for if you want to flex your creative muscles.
There are many excellent sportswatches within the Coros line-up, but having tested every one of them, I think these three picks will satisfy almost all comers.
Here's why a memory foam mattress could be the key to better sleep next to your partner — plus my top tips for couples choosing a new bed.
"Wicked: For Good" is flying into theatres this month, and I'm hoping it can fix a major issue with the musical that has bugged me for years.
We've tested and re-tested the Siena Signature Mattress, and this budget memory foam impressed in these three benefits...
Memory foam mattresses have a certain reputation but after extensive testing both at-home and in our sleep lab, it's time for a foam rethink.
We've tested all the latest and greatest cooling mattresses and have selected these six as the best options for hot sleepers to buy.
A complete guide to our new methodology and scoring system
'The Running Man' manages to be a fairly faithful adaptation, but despite its polish, this fun action thriller fails to leave a lasting impression.
A new report claims Tesla is developing support for Apple CarPlay in its electric vehicles, a stark retreat from previous assertions that would never happen.
Rian Johnson's "Knives Out 3" — aka "Wake Up Dead Man" — will see Benoit Blanc tackling yet another case in 2025.
Want to know the release date for every upcoming DC Universe movie and TV show? Here's everything you need to know.
Early Black Friday deals are rolling out at Amazon, Argos, Currys and more retailers — check out the deals I’d shop on TVs, Ninja appliances, Roku, Lego, video games and more.
NFL Sunday Ticket lets you watch nearly every NFL game and isn't limited to those with YouTube TV. Here's how to sign up for Sunday Ticket, pricing, what games you get and more.
Hotel-luxury for every sleep style but should you buy the WinkBed or Saatva Classic this Black Friday? We've tested them both and this is our expert opinion.
These are my 5 favorite movies released in 2000, from Christopher Nolan's "Memento" to "Battle Royale". Each has aged remarkably.
Keep tabs on your fitness, sleep, and overall wellness, all without breaking the bank. These are the best cheap fitness trackers in 2025.
Looking for the best thermometers? We’ve tested a range of forehead, oral and in-ear designs to find the winners.
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