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Apple just dropped the touch screen MacBook Pro OLED we’ve waited years for
Apple In this article Finally, an OLED touch screen MacBook All of the other specs, and that price The takeaway FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored Apple’s first MacBook Pro with an OLED touch screen is here, and I hope you weren’t expecting it to have a simple name.
I loved my month using the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite. Here’s why I’m still mixed on it
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored? The new Amazon Kindle Paperwhite is a complicated update, delivering big features that really matter at a price that makes me cringe. We’ve called its predecessors the best e-readers for years, and they’re so good you might not think you need this update to Amazon’s 7-inch water-resistant slate.
Apple just revealed the new iMac M6 and MacBook Pro M6. Here’s what’s actually new
Apple In this article The iMac is back after taking a year off The first M6 MacBook Pro arrives just like last year The takeaway FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The new Apple iMac M6 and MacBook Pro M6 just got announced, a day after the new OLED iPad Mini, to remind us that some Apple product updates aren’t as complicated as others.
Apple just revealed the new iMac M6 and MacBook Pro M6. Here’s what’s actually new
Apple In this article The iMac is back after taking a year off The first M6 MacBook Pro arrives just like last year The takeaway FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The new Apple iMac M6 and MacBook Pro M6 just got announced, a day after the new OLED iPad Mini, to remind us that some Apple product updates aren’t as complicated as others.
I tested the new Amazon Kindle for a week. Here’s why it’s the one you probably want
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored I used to think the regular Amazon 6-inch Kindle wasn’t enough for my needs, but 2026 continues to surprise me. That’s my initial reaction to spending a week chewing through a long book with the help of Amazon’s entry-level Kindle, which lacks the special features of the pricier Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft.
I tested the new Amazon Kindle for a week. Here’s why it’s the one you probably want
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored I used to think the regular Amazon 6-inch Kindle wasn’t enough for my needs, but 2026 continues to surprise me. That’s my initial reaction to spending a week chewing through a long book with the help of Amazon’s entry-level Kindle, which lacks the special features of the pricier Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft.
I tested the new Amazon Kindle for a week. Here’s why it’s the one you probably want
Kindle 8 hours ago Amazon just changed its Kindle Unlimited program — and it's a huge win for book lovers AOL - Camryn Rabideau • 8h If you own a Kindle e-reader, chances are that you've heard of Kindle Unlimited. It's a monthly subscription available through Amazon, and it allows you to borrow thousands of book titles to read on your Kindle.
I’m a guy turning 42. This is how I just revamped my skin care routine
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article Cleanser Serum Eye cream Moisturizer Sunscreen Bottom line FAQs Meet our expert Why trust CNN Underscored This summer, back when I was a few months away from my imminent 42nd birthday, I was looking in the mirror and realized it was time to get my skin care routine back in working order.
Why I spent $800 to repair my laptop (and how you can spend less)
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article The “oops!” that cost me Know your warranty options Why spend that much to fix a five-plus year old laptop? What to do if you can’t repair Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored I did not want to spend more than $800 to repair my broken laptop, but nobody ever wants to sacrifice that much of their bank account in the summer.
I’m not buying the iPhone Duo. Here’s why you might
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article Why you might want the iPhone Duo My favorite iPhone accessories Why I’m skipping the iPhone Duo Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored From the second I first saw the Apple iPhone Duo in person and got my hands on the first truly “new” iPhone since the original, I have held two thoughts side by side in my brain: “This folding iPhone is neat” and “It’s definitely not for me.” How am I so ready to pass on the first folding iPhone?
I’m not buying the iPhone Duo. Here’s why you might
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article Why you might want the iPhone Duo My favorite iPhone accessories Why I’m skipping the iPhone Duo Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored From the second I first saw the Apple iPhone Duo in person and got my hands on the first truly “new” iPhone since the original, I have held two thoughts side by side in my brain: “This folding iPhone is neat” and “It’s definitely not for me.” How am I so ready to pass on the first folding iPhone?
Time is running out on the best Amazon Prime Day Apple deals I’ve seen in weeks
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article AirPod deals Accessory deals MacBook deals iPad deals Apple Watch deals Desktop deals Why these deals are worth shopping Why trust CNN Underscored Want more deals? Visit CNN Underscored’s Guide to Prime Big Deal Days for wall-to-wall coverage of the best discounts to be found during Amazon’s annual fall sale.
I test TVs and soundbars for a living. Here are 21 Amazon Prime Day TV deals you should buy
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article TV deals Streaming device deals Soundbar deals Best Amazon Prime Day projector deals Why these deals are worth shopping Why trust CNN Underscored BesWant more deals? Visit CNN Underscored’s Guide to Prime Day for wall-to-wall coverage of the best discounts to be found during Amazon’s annual fall sale. We’re now in Day 2 of October Amazon Prime Day TV deals, which means today is the beginning of the end of this sales event.
I test the best TVs and soundbars. Here are the 19 best Amazon Prime Day TV deals
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article TV deals Streaming device deals Soundbar deals Why these deals are worth shopping Why trust CNN Underscored Want more deals? Visit CNN Underscored’s Guide to Prime Day for wall-to-wall coverage of the best discounts to be found during Amazon’s annual fall sale. If new TV shows and the return of football didn’t sound the alarm loud enough, these Amazon Prime Day TV deals mean it’s time to upgrade your TV so all of your favorites can look their best.
I review AirPods, MacBooks and more. Here are the 24 best Amazon Prime Day Apple deals
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article AirPod deals Accessory deals MacBook deals iPad deals Apple Watch deals Desktop deals Why these deals are worth shopping Why trust CNN Underscored Want more deals? Visit CNN Underscored’s Guide to Prime Big Deal Days for wall-to-wall coverage of the best discounts to be found during Amazon’s annual fall sale.
I test top TVs and I’ve covered every Prime Day ever. Here are the 10 best sales
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article TV deals Streaming device deals Soundbar deals Why these Amazon Prime Big Deal Days deals are worth shopping Why trust CNN Underscored Want more deals? Visit CNN Underscored’s Guide to Prime Day for wall-to-wall coverage of the best discounts to be found during Amazon’s annual fall sale.
I review AirPods, MacBooks and more. Here are the 9 best Amazon Prime Day Apple deals
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article AirPod deals Accessory deals MacBook deals iPad deals Why these deals are worth shopping Why trust CNN Underscored Want more deals? Visit CNN Underscored’s Guide to Prime Big Deal Days for wall-to-wall coverage of the best discounts to be found during Amazon’s annual fall sale. You wait months for Apple Prime Day deals with good reason, as I’ve watched these Amazon discounts lower the price of the best Apple tech for more than 11 years now.
I’ve tested TVs and tracked Prime Day deals for 11 years. Here are the 10 best early sales
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article TV deals Streaming device deals Soundbar deals Why these Amazon Prime Big Deal Days deals are worth shopping Why trust CNN Underscored Want more deals? Visit CNN Underscored’s Guide to Prime Day for wall-to-wall coverage of the best early discounts to be found ahead of Amazon’s annual fall sale. It’s October, and you know what that means: Amazon Prime Day TV deals are back, and some are here a little early.
I love the iPhone 18 Pro Max, but I’m not ditching my iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here’s why
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article Quick comparison The iPhone 18 Pro improves on established excellence The iPhone 18 Pro tempts camera nerds I’m still in love with shooting on the iPhone 17 Pro Max I’m still getting a ton of value out of the iPhone 17 Pro Max My favorite iPhone 17 Pro Max accessories Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored Reviewing the iPhone 18 Pro Max as an iPhone 17 Pro Max owner felt like a very peculiar test of my own will.
I love the iPhone 18 Pro Max, but I’m not ditching my iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here’s why
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article Quick comparison The iPhone 18 Pro improves on established excellence The iPhone 18 Pro tempts camera nerds I’m still in love with shooting on the iPhone 17 Pro Max I’m still getting a ton of value out of the iPhone 17 Pro Max My favorite iPhone 17 Pro Max accessories Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored Reviewing the iPhone 18 Pro Max as an iPhone 17 Pro Max owner felt like a very peculiar test of my own will.
I just tried Amazon’s 2026 Kindles, which finally address my biggest issues
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article New Kindle 2026 designs flash fun colors and fix problems Page turning buttons come to the Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft Kindles keep getting more expensive The takeaway FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The new 2026 Kindle lineup could be the biggest sea change in Amazon’s e-reader lineup yet, but you might not realize it by just looking at the trio of e-readers I just got my hands on.
I just tried Amazon’s 2026 Kindles, which finally address my biggest issues
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article New Kindle 2026 designs flash fun colors and fix problems Page turning buttons come to the Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft Kindles keep getting more expensive The takeaway FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The new 2026 Kindle lineup could be the biggest sea-change to Amazon’s e-reader lineup yet, but you might not realize it by just looking at the trio of e-readers I just got my hands on.
I review tech for a living. Here are the 9 best early Amazon Prime Day Apple deals
Rikka Altland/CNN Underscored In this article AirPod deals Accessory deals MacBook deals iPad deals Why these deals are worth shopping Why trust CNN Underscored Want more deals? Visit CNN Underscored’s Guide to Prime Big Deal Days for wall-to-wall coverage of the best early discounts to be found ahead of Amazon’s annual fall sale.
I tested the iPhone 18 Pro Max for a week. Here’s why I wish I was buying it
2 hours ago If you're upgrading to macOS Golden Gate and you have an AirPort Time Capsule, Time Machine won't be able to back up to it. macOS 27 removes support for AFP, the legacy file-sharing protocol that Time Capsule relies on for Time Machine backups. Said backups now exclusively use the SMB protocol, …
I tested the iPhone 18 Pro Max for a week. Here’s why I wish I were buying it
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line Our favorite iPhone accessories FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored After a week with Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, I’m so fond of these phones that I’ve already got a twinge of regret about upgrading to the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Yes, I love my Cosmic Orange phone and continue to find new ways to use it, but the changes that Apple’s made this year have me coveting its new Burgundy red beast.
I just tried the iPhone 18 Pro. Here’s who should (and shouldn’t) upgrade
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article You should upgrade to the iPhone 18 Pro if … You should upgrade to the iPhone 18 Pro Max if … You should upgrade to the iPhone Duo if … You shouldn’t upgrade to the iPhone 18 Pro if … You shouldn’t upgrade to the iPhone Duo if … The takeaway Our favorite iPhone accessories FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored Since Apple unveiled the shiny new iPhones yesterday, you might be looking at your current model and wondering if now’s the time to upgrade to...
I tested the Nimble 2-in-1 portable charger for a month, and it’s almost perfect
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored I have been waiting for a portable charger like the Nimble SharePower for years; I just didn’t know we’d actually get one until I saw it at CES 2026. I’ve long wanted a portable charger that made it possible for both me and a friend to charge our phones at the same time without being tethered to the same device.
I tested the Dell XPS 13 for a week. Here’s why it’s the best value in PC laptops
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored When I heard there was a new Dell XPS 13 laptop, I wasn’t surprised; Dell’s been rebuilding that brand over the last year. What really grabbed my attention was that the new XPS 13 starts at just $700 ($600 with a student discount), which is huge for any laptop that carries Dell’s flagship XPS brand.
I tried the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE early. It’s best feature just might be the price
3 hours ago The Nebula X1S from Anker's Soundcore is a 4K laser projector with 6,000 ANSI lumens brightness. Follow us on Google DiscoverAdd us as preferred source Compared to TVs, projectors offer greater flexibility for taking your entertainment device wherever you go. Despite that independence, the usual …
I tried the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE early. It’s best feature just might be the price
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article A pretty design with one flaw you may never see Samsung’s latest fancy camera trick Solid basics A higher price The takeaway How to order the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE might not fold or flip, but it does something no other 2026 Samsung phone does: cost less than $750. And that’s without a discount deal or trade-in, which could knock its price down even further.
I spent a week testing Google’s Pixel 11 Pro, and it’s a truly surprising upgrade
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The Google Pixel 11 Pro feels like a refinement of the previous generations in the best way. It doesn’t look a whole lot different than its predecessors, but it packs under-the-hood software updates that might convince some early adopters to upgrade earlier than they normally would.
My 11 favorite home office tech products that keep me productive
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article How to choose the right home office tech products FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored As someone who’s gotten closer and closer to peak productivity while working from home for the last six years, I’m constantly looking for upgrades that’ll help me better focus on finding great products for our readers.
My 11 favorite home office tech products that keep me productive
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article How to choose the right home office tech products FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored As someone who’s gotten closer and closer to peak productivity while working from home for the last six years, I’m constantly looking for upgrades that’ll help me better focus on finding great products for our readers.
I spent a week with Samsung’s $2,100 Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra to see if it’s worth it
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is Samsung’s latest phone that unfolds to a midsize tablet, giving folks who want both an easier way to travel lighter. But there was no Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra that came before. Instead, this phone succeeds the similarly-shaped Galaxy Z Fold 7, and sits alongside the new Galaxy Z Fold 8.
I spent a week with Samsung’s $2,100 Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra to see if it’s worth it
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is Samsung’s latest phone that unfolds to a midsize tablet, giving folks who want both an easier way to travel lighter. But there was no Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra that came before. Instead, this phone succeeds the similarly-shaped Galaxy Z Fold 7, and sits alongside the new Galaxy Z Fold 8.
I spent a week testing the Samsung Z Flip 8. It’s the best flip phone you can buy
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article An improved cover screen and great picture quality A lighter design that my hand loves Improved cameras with clever (overdue) tricks Solid performance and battery life for the price What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored As I’ve folded and unfolded the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 throughout the last week, I’ve both seen the point of its novel design and realized it’s very much a phone nearing the end of its first decade.
I spent a week testing the Samsung Z Flip 8. It’s the best flip phone you can buy
Consumer Tech 1 hour ago Apple has five products launching this fall that we’ve waited a long time for 9to5Mac - Ryan Christoffel • 1h Apple has a lot of new products launching this fall, including five that have been many years in the making. Here’s what’s coming. iPhone Ultra, the first foldable model Samsung shipped its first foldable smartphone in 2019, and rumors of a foldable iPhone have been around ever since. This fall, the … Mobile 8 hours ago How long should you keep your phone for?
I spent a week testing the Samsung Z Flip 8. It’s the best flip phone you can buy
Mike Andronico/CNN Underscored In this article An improved cover screen and great picture quality A lighter design that my hand loves Improved cameras with clever (overdue) tricks Solid performance and battery life for the price What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored As I’ve folded and unfolded the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 throughout the last week, I’ve both seen the point of its novel design and realized it’s very much a phone nearing the end of its first decade.
I printed 40 photos on the HP Sprocket and Fujifilm Mini Link 3. This one is better
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article Quick comparison Color quality The HP Sprocket’s prints can be stickers, and Instax’s can’t Borders Speed Battery life Charging Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored Battle of the Brands Side-by-side comparisons — our editors break it down.
I printed 40 photos on the HP Sprocket and Fujifilm Mini Link 3. This one is better
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article Quick comparison Color quality Print functionality Borders Speed Battery life Charging Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored Battle of the Brands Side-by-side comparisons — our editors break it down. Explore the series As someone who takes a lot of photos and tries to do more with them than merely post online, I’ve been using the HP Sprocket 2x3 and the larger 3x4 model to decorate my belongings and apartment with custom prints for years.
I used the Logitech Mobi Fold for weeks. This travel mouse belongs in your bag
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The Logitech Mobi Fold is the compact mouse many people need, even though they might not know it yet. It’s ideal for every commuter and road warrior who knows they’re most productive with a mouse, but never thinks to bring one.
I used the Logitech Mobi Fold for weeks. This travel mouse belongs in your bag
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored The Logitech Mobi Fold is the compact mouse many people need, even though they might not know it yet. It’s ideal for every commuter and road warrior who knows they’re most productive with a mouse, but never thinks to bring one.
This wacky Hikawa grip stand is one of my favorite iPhone accessories ever
Henry T. Casey/CNN Underscored In this article What I liked about it What I didn’t like about it Bottom line FAQs Why trust CNN Underscored I thought I’d seen and tested every permutation of iPhone add-on, but the Hikawa Grip & Stand just proved there’s still more innovation to be found under the sun. This triangular piece of silicone provides a means to grip and prop up our phones with its big, ripply design that almost looks like a surrealist mountaintop.
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