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How A Golf Launch Monitor Can Help You Practice Smarter Original
LM1 portable launch monitor Shot Scope Sure, practice can make perfect. But it doesn’t always, especially as most of us aimlessly drain a bucket of balls at the driving range. Which is why golf tech brand Shot Scope recently amassed extensive data captured by users of its $200 LM1 portable launch monitor on the range, to inform golfers of better ways to strategize, practice, and take their best practice habits to the course.
Segway Reveals Stealthy E-Bike
The theft occurred around 4 pm when the businessman, identified as Champalal, stopped to eat a kachori and placed the bag containing the cash in …
Segway Reveals Stealthy E-Bike Original
Xyber Air ebike debuts Segway If Batman had an ebike, the new Segway Xyber Air would be it. It’s stealthy and sleek – both in looks and functionality. As I reported recently in this column, ebikes that look like mopeds are having a moment – having surged in sales by an estimated 340 percent in the past two years. And this model is not only within that realm, but may well set the benchmark for future models in several ways.
Will The World Series Come Down To An ABS Challenge? It’s Possible. Original
How much will ABS affect the World Series? MLB With the World Series beginning tonight, all eyes are on baseball. While the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays have certainly had impressive seasons, the real star of the game has been the rookie Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge System that’s used to help mediate balls and strikes. It operates on a secure network developed by Major League Baseball (MLB) with T-Mobile. Most fans love it, as do the players I’ve spoken to about it.
Has Garmin Debuted The Ultimate Golf-Themed Smartwatch? Original
The new Approach 72 golf smartwatch Garmin It was only a matter of time before a renowned golf GPS brand debuted a watch that would rival and surpass the aesthetics, quality and performance of an Apple Watch. But that’s just what Garmin has done with its new flagship Approach S72 golf smartwatch. This is a premium, feature-rich on-course companion that also provides advanced health and wellness features for everyday wear.
Private Club Evolution: How Firefly Broadens Golf Into Lifestyle Original
A stunning new private course near Nashville. Firefly Looking around the expansive property, all I see is serenity, privacy, trees starting to change colors, and a gorgeous, perfectly manicured golf course. I’m standing at Firefly, a luxury private golf and residential community in Spring Hill, Tenn., roughly 30 miles south of Nashville. This brand-new Andrew Green-designed course just opened for play on Labor Day weekend.
Polaroid’s New Mod Proves Analog Photography Still Carries Magic Original
The new Mod camera Polaroid Polaroid has been around for nearly 90 years, making some of the coolest instant cameras along the way. While they may seem archaic to youngsters who use their phone cameras, adults who grew up with them know about the analog wow factor of watching a photo magically develop in about 15 minutes. There’s a distinct anticipation factor, to see how the photo came out. The latest model – the Polaroid Mod – debuted last week. I’ve been playing around with it for a while.
First Look: Srixon ZXi RKT Woods Original
ZXi RKT Driver family Srixon Srixon’s golf clubs tend to be sneaky good. Just ask Hideki Matsuyama, Shane Lowry and Keegan Bradley, who all make a living using them. While I’ve never owned a set of Srixons, I have borrowed them from friends while visiting and found them to do the job quite adequately. Especially the irons. But after reading up on the latest Srixon ZXi RKT driver and woods, I think these will fall right into line with everything I’ve experienced.
New Aldila Shafts Aim To Straighten Your Tee Shots Relatively Inexpensively Original
This shaft may well straighten out your tee shots. ALDILA Of the four shaft models in Aldila’s Rogue Infinity ∞ Series, three are brand new – the White, Red and Blue. The fourth model is a counterbalanced version that’s been out for quite a while. But simply put, Rogue ∞ White is best for high-tempo, aggressive swingers needing maximum face control to help complement their left start-line tendencies. Rogue ∞ Blue is for moderate-tempo players seeking versatile, neutral start-line performance.
How Velotric’s Latest Ebikes Help Fight Crime Original
Discover M ebike has two layers of built-in security Velotric Some 2.4 million bicycles are stolen in America every year, with ebikes accounting for about 12 percent of them. And they’re on the rise. Ebikes are targeted at 2.5 times the rate of traditional bicycles, due to expensive batteries and motors that resell quickly. And less than 15 percent of them are ever recovered. Perhaps the scariest part is that about 60 percent of the thefts happen at home, where people leave garage doors open.
How To Use Your Phone Camera To Get Stellar Dog Photos Original
This expert shares how to capture excellent photos of your dog Justin Veenema Before my dog passed away at age 14 two years ago, I easily took 20,000 photos of him. Every time he would make a cute pose, I’d capture an image of it. And then he’d do something even cuter, and I’d grab the camera again. I’d always try to get as low to his face height as possible, because I felt those images made him look larger than life. As most of us do, I was just taking guesses and way too many photos.
Rich Espresso That Won’t Make You Poor Original
This new espresso machine rocks my world. COWSAR I ran the latest numbers, America. About 66% of you — that’s about 170 million people – drink coffee every day, according to the National Coffee Association. And we’re gluttons: Daily coffee drinkers consume an average of three cups per day. I’m among them. This mainly morning habit is mostly an at-home activity – sort of. Some 85 percent of you brew coffee at home. At least the first cup, that is. That said, 36 percent get coffee away from home.
How Sports Broadcasting Tech Is Bringing You Much Closer To The Game Original
T-Mobile and Apple are bringing sports TV viewers right inside the action, Apple Well there’s something I haven’t seen. Right after Mookie Betts did a home-run jog around the bases this past Friday night on an Apple TV broadcast, an iPhone 18 Pro camera captured a close-up of Betts’ huge smile in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ dugout. Live. It was pretty cool, actually. Made viewers feel a little closer to being there. In fact, this is where live sports on TV are heading.
Private Golf Residential Communities Gaining Popularity Original
An exceptional private course near Lake Tahoe Clear Creek Tahoe By no means are private golf country clubs out. But private golf residential communities are definitely hot these days. Instead of just joining a golf club, golfers commit fully and buy a property around the course – as well as a pricey golf membership. Then they’re part of the exclusive community that typically is only open to people who own a parcel there.
When Good Looks Deceive Original
Nova Reverie Espresso machine Rowan As the motto goes, life’s too short for bad coffee. I’m among the 170 million U.S. adults who caffeinate every morning. Which came to mind this past week, when I was sent a new espresso machine to review. Believe me, my mantra has always been to quietly return bad tech to a company and simply not review whatever product it’s pushing. But I can’t hold back any longer. I don’t pretend to be a consumer advocate.
This New Camera Neatly Compiles The Latest Tech
This New Camera Neatly Compiles The Latest Tech Scott Kramer, Contributor Updated Thu, September 10, 2026 at 5:09 p.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. RX10 V is amazing for sports photography Sony Sports photography has been a lifelong passion of mine. Ever since my father converted our laundry room into a darkroom during my childhood, I've been hooked.
This New Camera Neatly Compiles The Latest Tech
This New Camera Neatly Compiles The Latest Tech Scott Kramer, Contributor Updated Thu, 10 September 2026 at 5:09 pm UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. RX10 V is amazing for sports photography Sony Sports photography has been a lifelong passion of mine. Ever since my father converted our laundry room into a darkroom during my childhood, I've been hooked.
This New Camera Neatly Compiles The Latest Tech
RX10 V is amazing for sports photography Sony Sports photography has been a lifelong passion of mine. Ever since my father converted our laundry room into a darkroom during my childhood, I’ve been hooked. Then later in life, as our own kids grew up, I captured thousands of soccer, baseball, and hockey moments from the sidelines on a digital SLR. I’ve already vowed to my wife that this passion will be front and center once I finally retire.
Forget The Ink Cartridge Trap — Embrace The Tank Instead Original
EcoTank ET-2900 all-in-one desktop printer Epson The kids are back in school. Which means that right about now, many of you are realizing that your home printer is either out of ink or stubbornly refusing to work. According to published reports, September is perpetually one of the busiest months of the year for home printer purchases. And I think I’ve found one model that will sate all of your needs, while lasting beyond the school year. Plus it won’t break the bank.
Rental Clubs Save A Trip, And Maybe Even My Golf Game Original
This iron has changed everything. PXG Like a reported one of every three traveling golfers, I usually leave my clubs at home for short golf trips. That’s because many of those jaunts include only one or two rounds, and I find that the hassle of toting along a heavy golf travel bag pales in comparison to the convenience of just using rental clubs at my destination. Honestly, the irons I’ve been using this year are not even fitted to my swing – so playing them on the road seems unappealing.
This New Android Phone Eliminates Repair Bill Fears Original
The two screws on the back of this new phone open up an easy-to-repair portal Scott Kramer I’ve been klutzy. As my iPhone slipped out of my hand one day, there was about one second to feel the gamut of fear, shock, remorse, self-blame and anger. Then I heard a shattering sound on the cement below, which translated in my head to a cash register ringing. Can’t remember exactly what I paid to replace the screen, but it was north of $100.
Frames Of Mind Original
These latest AI-powered sunglasses impress. Meta I am not creepy, I swear. Which is why I feel a little awkward admitting that I’ve spent the past couple of days wearing the new Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. For the uninitiated, these look like standard shades, but come packed with built-in AI, phone connectivity, and a 12-megapixel camera. They allow you to discreetly shoot photos and crisp 3K video—often without anyone around you realizing it.
Men’s Top Layers For The Golf Course This Fall Original
Hoodie for the course Zero Restriction Before you know it, the current hot temperatures across America will dissipate to frosty mornings and blustery afternoons, in many areas. Typically happens around Labor Day, which is right around the corner. For those days on the golf course, you may well want something stylish and casual that will keep you warm as you close out the back nine and carry over when you meet friends for dinner afterwards.
Ride1Up Opens Eyes With Its Latest Folding E-Bike
Ride1Up Opens Eyes With Its Latest Folding E-Bike Scott Kramer, Contributor Updated Wed, August 19, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. UTC Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For three years now, my wife has relied on the Ride1Up Portola folding bike as her e-bike of choice. It suits her needs perfectly: it's comfortable, properly sized, agile, handles well, and tops out at a cruising speed she is entirely happy with. It also happens to come in her favorite shade of blue.
Ride1Up Opens Eyes With Its Latest Folding Ebike
For three years now, my wife has relied on the Ride1Up Portola folding bike as her e-bike of choice. It suits her needs perfectly: it’s comfortable, properly sized, agile, handles well, and tops out at a cruising speed she is entirely happy with. It also happens to come in her favorite shade of blue. After I attached a rear basket to it, it quickly became her go-to ride for rolling over to friends' houses for mahjong and wine nights, not to mention our weekend breakfast runs with other couples.
An Experimental Switch Back To iPhone Original
OnePlus 13R and iPhone 13 Scott Kramer As a tech reviewer, I swap mobile phones constantly. But my latest switch wasn't for a column deadline – it was out of pure curiosity. For more than a year, I’ve been happily using a OnePlus 13R Android phone – having converted from an Apple iPhone 12 Mini – and frankly, it’s been fantastic. The sound is great, the large screen is bright, battery life is amazing, charging is super fast, the camera is the best I’ve ever had, and the overall speed is lightning.
What It Takes To Host The ‘Big Break’ TV Show Original
Horseshoe Bay hosts the latest season of the popular TV show Big Break /Cy Cyr @ Versant Media Big Break, the longstanding reality golf competition TV Show, returns to Golf Channel late this month. This season – which is No. 24, by the way – is called Big Break x Good Good. And the Texas Hill Country’s rolling hills provided a picturesque backdrop for this high-stakes collision of television history and modern digital media earlier this spring.
Did Callaway Just Create A New Golf Club Category? Original
Easy-to-hit Mini Spinner Callaway Golf As if golf clubs needed another new category. But after playing Callaway’s new Quantum Mini Spinner, I’m a believer. This is what the company is calling a new top-of-the-bag “scoring wood” solution for golfers who need more spin, control and confidence when attacking greens from a distance. Essentially it’s a high-lofted club that lies somewhere between a fairway wood and a hybrid. All I know is that I tried the 9-wood version of it this week.
Window Shades With A Touch Of Tech Original
Motorized roller shades SelectBlinds The four slatted blinds in our master bedroom were a quarter-century old. The strings had deteriorated so much that two of them couldn't even be pulled up – replacement time was overdue by about five years. But we hadn't really looked into it until we came across window coverings from SelectBlinds, an Arizona-based company that offers a wide range of products, colors, and features.
Titleist’s New Mini Driver Lends Major Forgiveness Original
GTS300 Mini Driver Titleist Like several other top brands, Titleist launched its latest mini driver last week. The GTS300 sports a 305cc clubhead designed to deliver distance, control and forgiveness from the tee and directly off the turf. Driven heavily by direct feedback from elite tour pros like Justin Thomas and Cameron Young, the club aims to refine Titleist's approach to the alternative driver category.
First Look: Maya Mobile’s Travel eSIM Original
A travel eSIM for your next trip to foreign territory Maya Mobile If you’re one of the estimated 55 million Americans traveling abroad this year, you probably know there are a few standard ways to keep your phone connected. You can rely on your current carrier, though depending on your plan and destination, international coverage is either already included or absurdly expensive.
A Taste Of Paradise At This Golf Course Original
Unbeatable views from the 14th hole at Kukui'ula Brian Oar Somewhere along the left rough on the front nine at Kukui’ula Golf Course last week, I plucked two coffee beans from a tree and bit into them. Even though they were still green and unroasted, I could taste a hint of coffee in the juice that burst from them. Such is the norm on this sustainable upscale golf course and private club community located on the lush Hawaiian island of Kauai, near Poipu Bay.
Love It Or Not, MLB’s ABS Is Working. Here’s Why. Original
ABS has enhanced Major League Baseball this year MLB The controversial ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) Challenge System implemented this season by Major League Baseball has been wildly entertaining and compelling. Fans and players mostly seem to like it, but everyone has an opinion. It’s the hottest topic in baseball right now – even more so than whether the Tigers will unload Tarik Skubal before the trade deadline.
Pleasant Surprises Abound At Black Desert Original
The opening hole at Black Desert Resort Brian Oar As I drove the golf cart from the pro shop to the practice range at Black Desert Resort in Ivins, Utah, my golf escort told me to stop at Club 73 adjacent to the range for a free lunch. “It comes with the round,” he vowed. “Grab some drinks too, they're all included.” What a nice surprise, I marveled.
How To Find Fresh Footwear For The Fairway Original
Ignite Elevate 2 Puma Golf Friends often ask which golf shoes I like the best. Really, it comes down to whatever is most comfortable for you. And ideally, you want your feet feeling as energized on the 18th green as they were on the first tee – regardless of if you’re walking or carting the entire round. Several of the latest I like include: Puma Golf’s Ignite Elevate 2 ($130) comes in seven different color schemes.
Sunriver Resort Offers Way More Than Just Incredibly Scenic Golf Original
Golf at Crosswater Scott Kramer When anyone mentions golf in Oregon, Bandon Dunes is usually the first name that drops. It’s an iconic destination, and understandably so. But about four hours away near Bend lies Sunriver Resort, a hidden gem boasting three outstanding championship courses and one of the coolest par-3 layouts I’ve ever seen. Think of Sunriver as a luxuriously rustic, family-style retreat packed with both warm and cold-weather activities.
One Of America’s Best Summer Golf Destinations Original
Bay Harbor Golf Club BOYNE Golf/Niles Young Photography Friends often ask me what my favorite U.S. golf destination is. And I have several – each offering a unique experience. The Kohala Coast on Hawaii’s Big Island offers underrated golf in a magical Pacific atmosphere. Then there are the many desert-style courses in Scottsdale that are just plain fun – surrounded by mountains, the deep green fairways are often framed by the barren desert for a visually spectacular look.
First Look: Spatial Hearing On A TV Original
Finally, I feel heard. Scott Kramer It’s nice to be heard. In my home, that doesn’t happen a lot. Until this week. That’s because I’ve been trying out a new LG TV that’s armed with Kardome Voice AI. And in a matter of just a couple of minutes, I was able to program the TV through its settings menu to hear my voice so clearly that the only reason I’d ever need to use the remote is to power on the TV with it. When I’m laying on the couch watching hockey or a movie, I get lazy.
Pelican Hill Gets A Facelift Original
One of the many majestic views at Pelican Hill. Scott Kramer As a sportswriter in Irvine, Calif. back in 1991, I got the opportunity to play a brand new course called Pelican Hill Golf Club in neighboring Newport Beach. I remember pretty much everything about the experience, because it was such an exclusive, deluxe course in a special location perched right above the Pacific Ocean. The pro shop back then was an upscale trailer. And there were no houses around the course.
Yet Another Discreet Device To Track Your Golf Game Original
A tiny device that can hugely impact your golf game. Arccos Golf is witnessing a shift toward sports technology, driven by an increasing consumer desire for actionable, athletic intelligence. Leading this movement for years has been Arccos Golf, which is also known as the official game tracker of the PGA TOUR. The company recently introduced Arccos Air, a pocketable device that automatically tracks every golf shot in a round via AI, in an effort to help elevate your game.
How To Stay On Top Of Your Heart Health With Tech Original
Easily measure your EKG whenever with this AliveCor Anyone with a history of heart disease in their family or who is personally at risk for it, needs to stay perpetually vigilant about their current vascular condition. Obviously that includes diet and exercise. But there’s another important thing you can do.
Smart Water Leak Detectors Are A Wise Investment Original
X-Sensor water leak detector Scott Kramer First week of January, I heard our older water heater make popping noises after someone took a shower. I called a couple of plumbers. One told me to immediately replace it, the other told me to drain it and the sediment inside of it, which may allow the heater to last a couple more years. Confused, I simply called the manufacturer and spoke with a technician.
Can Indoor Sim Lessons Really Translate To The Course? Original
A really cool indoor golf lounge in Arlington Heights, Ill. Golf VX Considering the recent boom in indoor golf’s popularity – there are reportedly now more golfers playing on simulators than on real grass fairways – I wondered if taking a lesson indoors could truly translate to the outdoors. To put it to the test, I headed to the massive, 12-hitting-bay Golf VX lounge in a northern Chicago suburb last week. Know up front that I do not swing the same indoors as I do outside.
Why Vessel Bags Now Makes Clothing, Too Original
This hidden phone pocket is one of many cool details on Vessel apparel Vessel Golf If you’ve ever carried a Vessel golf bag or played with someone who has, you know how quickly the brand gathers loyal customers. The bags tend to be upscale, durable, made of the highest quality, lightweight and great-looking. And the people at the brand are extremely nice. You can’t help but root for them.
First Look At Titleist’s New GTS Drivers Original
The new GTS drivers Titleist For years, I played Titleist clubs almost exclusively. But the past few years, I felt some other brand drivers I tried performed better for my game. So they went in the bag. But I kind of miss a trusty Titleist driver. So a few weeks ago, I took advantage of a local Titleist fitting session to see if one of the new GTS drivers might earn its place in my bag. My fitter had me take about 15 swings with my current gamer. And I was crushing it.
Callaway Goes Small For The Long Ball Original
Quantum Mini driver Callaway Golf Playing golf can often feel like a tug-of-war between power and precision, especially on the tee box. We all want the 300-yard bomb, but on those tight par-fours where a lake looms left and the bunkers blanket the right, a big stick can start to feel like a risk. But at 340cc, Callaway’s new Quantum Mini ($550) is the third mini driver that Callaway has released in as many years.
Why Your "Expert" Coworker Is Secretly Panicking About AI Original
I’ve loyally listened to the same tech radio show for nearly three decades. It was my weekly ritual, a high-level masterclass where brilliant, tech-savvy callers asked advanced questions that made me feel like I was getting an exclusive look behind the digital curtain. But lately, that ritual’s hit a wall. It has essentially transformed into a senior citizen help desk.
The Realism Of Indoor Golf Original
The experience of indoor golf is more realistic than ever. The Indoor Golf Shop Indoor golf has undergone a massive transformation over the years, shifting from a glorified pixelated arcade pastime into a high-fidelity training environment. According to indoor golf expert and owner of Practical Golf Jon Sherman, the video game feel of early simulators has now been replaced by immersive technology that mirrors the physics and aesthetics of a real outdoor course.
Brewing The Case For Expensive Coffee Machines Original
PrimaDonna Aromatic countertop machine De'Longhi For the past 10 days, my wife and I have been waking up blissfully every morning and quickly hitting our target heart rates. C’mon, get your mind out of the gutter. We’ve been using De’Longhi’s brand-new PrimaDonna Aromatic machine to make our morning coffee, flat whites, cappuccinos, and espresso double shots. And because everything’s tasted so good, I’ve been having an extra cup. Which can’t be great for my already high metabolism.
What It’s Like To Use A Robotic Caddie Original
This electronic caddie identifies you, then follows you around for 18 holes. Jen Maloy Several times now, I’ve walked Omni La Costa’s North Course in Carlsbad, Calif. since its 2024 renovation – carrying my bag every time. It’s a fairly flat walk, which makes schlepping a bag full of clubs less daunting. And way more healthy than driving a cart. But last week, I jumped on the opportunity to play there using an electric caddie – the MGI AI Navigator Halo + Halo Eye ($2,995).
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