Technology and Computing
If you’re looking to upgrade your daily drivers, the KEF LS50 Wireless II is one of our best powered speakers, while its passive counterpart makes our list of best bookshelf speakers on the market. And the reason is clear, sitting centrally in the compact speaker’s feature-stuffed cabinet. It’s that stunning copper-hued Uni-Q driver array, which mounts a 1-inch vented aluminum-dome tweeter in the acoustic center of a 5 ¼-inch magnesium-aluminum alloy woofer. Sitting in front of a pair of these…
There’s a lot of great content out there on the internet to stream right now. The Batman is on HBO Max and we’ll soon get a brand new season of Stranger Things from Netflix. And if you haven’t checked out Craig Robinson in the surprisingly wonderful Peacock original Killing It yet, then you’re really missing out. Amazon’s Fire TV devices act as a gateway to all that great content and the online retail mega-titan is offering up to 42-percent off…
One of the best ways to reconcile a lust for cool new gadgets and concern for the environment involves keeping devices in service for as long as possible. While recycling programs have gotten much better in recent years, they’re still no match for using slightly older gear that still has lots of life left in it. That’s where refurbished programs come in and this month eBay is offering an extra 15-percent off its refurbished products when you use the code…
Once you’ve lived with a generator it’s hard to go back. Maybe you’re looking for something to take with you on backwoods camping trips or perhaps you’re getting ready for storm season and you want a simple, reliable way to power essential gadgets when the grid isn’t an option. Either way, a portable power station fits the bill. But one thing you don’t want is the added cost or pollution of anything gas-powered. Luckily, Amazon has the excellent Goal Zero…
Here at PopSci, we’re fans of the Sennheiser AMBEO 5.1.4 soundbar. It impressed our reviewer, who dubbed it “immersion therapy for your TV speaker blues.” And, with one currently on my media console to evaluate, it impressed me, too. I was surprised by its physical presence and thoroughly shocked by its sonic authority, and I’d recommend purchasing this best-in-class soundbar while it’s on sale for $500 off. My main space—a long, oddly shaped loft with towering ceilings—is far from ideal…
In a stay-at-home world, a self-contained display-and-webcam combo device made specifically for sending and receiving video calls—videophones, if you will—feels like both an extravagance and a necessity. On the one hand, you probably already have a computer with a webcam lying around for work and/or school. Your phone probably has similar capabilities. On the other, you don’t want to sit in your workspace all day, and using a phone isn’t great for long, leisurely conversations with friends and family. Suddenly,…
By the time you read this, your Thanksgiving meal may be over. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have things to still be thankful for, if it’s audio and video upgrades at low prices you’ve been wanting. This year, opt to go big and stay home because all you have to do is shake off the food coma, fire up the computer (or phone, or iPad), and start scrolling—plenty of sales are already in progress. You can check out more…
Dust and dirt and accumulated pet hair from furry family members will inevitably end in your home during and after the holidays. There’s nothing quite as essential as a vacuum when it comes to keeping your house clean. Whether you’re getting ready for company or recovering after visitors, a vacuum suited to your cleaning needs can make all the difference in making managing mess much more manageable. From self-emptying robot vacuums that do all of the legwork for you to…
Are AirPods and MacBooks and iPads the, well, Apple of your eye this season? Then we have great news for you because there are killer deals on Apple products across the internet this Black Friday—and you don’t even have to wait till it’s actually Friday to get them. You can check out more of our general Black Friday coverage here or keep scrolling for some of these stellar savings on one of the most well-designed electronics brands there is: Apple AirPods…
It’s the time of year when you scroll through endless electronics upgrades and add-ons. And while you’re snagging all the latest devices at great prices (check out our general Black Friday coverage here to help with that), don’t forget you’ll need extra ways to charge them, connect them, etc. That’s where these Belkin Black Friday deals come in. Everything on the accessories manufacturer’s site can be had for 25-percent off with the CODE BF21 (and watch for other internet-exclusive discounts),…
Visit Almaty via PexelsWhether you’re a pro on the powder or just starting out, a successful snowboarding run starts with appropriate snowboard gear, especially when it comes to your feet. Are your boots comfortable? Secure? Not too tight but also not too loose? Unlike ski boots, which are rigid and unforgiving, snowboard boots are flexible and, in general, much more comfortable—a blessing for anyone with wide feet or any podiatric issues, like bunions, corns, or hammertoes. (Think about how distracting…
Fabian Mardi via UnsplashThere’s nothing more beautiful than the calm after a blizzard—until you remember that you’re responsible for cleaning it up. Thankfully, it’s easy to turn an impenetrable winter wonderland into something you can actually navigate with the best snow blower. While it can be very gratifying to get out there and shovel it yourself (as long as you do it safely), in some places you’ll have no choice but to bust out the big guns. With the right…