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Microsoft launches a new gamepad keyboard layout for Windows 11
The company started beta testing it back in September.
Sarah Fielding03.19.2025
Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2 drop to a record-low price for the Amazon Spring Sale
Our pick for the best wireless earbuds for Google phones have dropped to $179 ahead of the Amazon Spring Sale.
Kris Holt03.19.2025
The Nest Learning Thermostat is back on sale for $240 in the Amazon Spring Sale
The Nest Learning Thermostat from 2024 is on sale for $240 via Amazon. This is close to a record low price.
Lawrence Bonk03.19.2025
Here's how the Pixel 9a compares to the competition
The Pixel 9a is finally here. Let's find out how it compares to Pixel 8a, iPhone 16e and Nothing 3a Pro.
Igor Bonifacic03.19.2025
Google Wallet is now available for kids
But, there's a lot of parent supervision built in.
Sarah Fielding03.19.2025
The Google Pixel 9a might be the new midrange smartphone king
It has dual cameras, a Tensor G4 chip and access to all of Google's AI features for $499.
Sam Rutherford03.19.2025
This Dyson cordless vacuum and mop is more than $150 off for the Amazon Spring Sale
The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine is one of our favorite cordless vacuum cleaners.
Rob Webb03.19.2025
Get $100 off the Bose QuietComfort headphones in the Amazon Spring Sale
That brings the cans down close to their all-time-low price.
Rob Webb03.19.2025
Amazon Spring Sale deals include the Beats Fit Pro earbuds for $169
Pick up our favorite wireless earbuds for working out while they're $31 off.
Georgie Peru03.19.2025
Tesla gets approval for ride-hailing business in California
Self-driving cars are not included in the permit.
Sarah Fielding03.19.2025
The best smart scales for 2025
Smart scales can make it easier for you to keep track of your weight and overall health over time. These are our favorite smart scales on the market right now.
Daniel Cooper03.19.2025
The best wireless chargers for 2025
Here's what to look for when buying a wireless phone charger, as well a list of the best wireless chargers you can buy right now.
Jon Fingas03.19.2025
President Trump has fired the FTC's two Democrat commissioners
President Donald Trump's efforts to remake the US government continued today with the firing of the two Democratic members of the Federal Trade Commission.
Anna Washenko03.19.2025
The FTC has removed all business blog posts from the Biden administration
The Federal Trade Commission has removed all posts from President Joe Biden's term in office from its business blog.
Anna Washenko03.19.2025
NVIDIA GTC 2025 live: News and announcements from CEO Jensen Huang's annual keynote
Huang is kicking off the company's AI conference with a two-hour-long keynote later today. Follow our live coverage here.
Devindra Hardawar03.19.2025
NVIDIA's Spark desktop AI supercomputer arrives this summer
At GTC 2025, NVIDIA announced the DGX Station, an AI supercomputer that can fit on a desk.
Igor Bonifacic03.19.2025
HP has a thinner and lighter version of the Omen 16 gaming laptop
The Omen 16 Slim is 16 percent thinner than the standard version.
Will Shanklin03.19.2025
The wildest details in the Facebook memoir Meta is trying to bury
Sarah Wynn-Williams had a front-row seat to some of Facebook’s most consequential (and controversial) moments. These are some of the most shocking claims from her memoir, Careless People.
Karissa Bell03.19.2025
Pebble founder Eric Migicovsky just introduced two new e-paper smartwatches
Pebble founder Eric Migicovsky just introduced two new smartwatches, the Core 2 Duo and the Core Time 2. This is happening after Google open-sourced the Pebble operating system.
Lawrence Bonk03.19.2025
Lego Pokémon are coming in 2026
The companies announced a new partnership on Tuesday (no set details yet). Your wallet never stood a chance.
Will Shanklin03.18.2025