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Apple's MacBook Neo Is Poised to Become My Perfect Travel Companion
The Neo offers a 13-inch Liquid Retina display, an A18 Pro chip, and a promised 16 hours of battery life—all for just $599. Here’s why I’m excited to buy Apple's low-cost MacBook.
Well, That Didn't Last: With M5, the MacBook Air Is Back to $1,099. Why?
The 2026 M5 MacBook Air now starts at $1,099—$100 more than last year's M4 model. What's to blame: Storage? Memory? The new CPU? Apple's just-announced budget MacBook Neo? Here’s my take on what pushed up the price.
The Motorola Razr Fold Has Me Seriously Rethinking My Galaxy Z Fold 7
I rely on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 every day, but Motorola’s foldable is tempting me with its superior camera system and built-in stylus support.
We Played Marathon, an Exciting But Flawed Sci-Fi Extraction Shooter—Should You?
Bungie, the developer behind Destiny and Halo, returns to multiplayer blasting with the long-awaited Marathon reboot, a team-based shooter that is as fascinating as it is polarizing. We tell you whether it's worth buying after playing the recent server slam.
Apple's March 4 Event Is Almost Here. 5 Things on My Wishlist
Apple is poised to give its iPhone, iPads, and MacBooks a power boost this week. Here's what I plan to buy immediately, and what you might want to add to your cart.
I Taught Myself to Use the Flipper Zero in an Hour, Then Hacked Everything in My Home
It looks like a cute little dolphin-themed toy, but the Flipper Zero is a surprisingly powerful learning tool for hacking. Here's how I mastered mine—and how you can, too.
Overhyped and Underwhelming: 10 Windows 11 Features That Missed the Mark
Microsoft promised a bold new era for Windows—but years later, many of its most hyped features have quietly stalled, vanished, or failed to impress.
I Became a Tech Journalist Before Windows Existed. 40 Years Later, I'm Hanging Up My Press Pass
I joined PCMag before the Internet and mobile phones were a thing, back when AI was still science fiction. Here's what four decades of technology breakthroughs and busts taught me.
AI Isn't Magic: Stop Letting Chatbots Do These 10 Things Right Now
You might be trusting AI in ways that can cause serious trouble. I've tested chatbots extensively, and these are 10 tasks I'd never let them handle.
I Want to Love AI Agents, But I'm Tired of Their Shortcomings
AI agents claim to be able to do any task for you, but in practice, they are buggy, slow privacy nightmares. Here's everything you need to know about them and how they fall short.
The Best New Camera Isn't a Phone. It’s This $35 Keychain Accessory
I've been completely charmed by the Kodak Charmera. This retro, and delightfully lo-fi digital camera, reminded me why I love photography.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: 6 Upgrades That Would Make the S26 Unbeatable
Samsung is set to reveal new hardware at Galaxy Unpacked in San Francisco on Feb. 25. PCMag will be there live, and here are the six things we think will give the S26 a competitive advantage.
The Withings BeamO Is a Next-Gen Thermometer That Let Me Listen to My Heart. Is It Worth $250?
With this multipurpose health testing device, you can measure your body temperature and blood oxygen saturation, take an ECG, and listen to your heart and lungs with a pair of headphones.
Don't Trade Your Face for Convenience. Why You Should Still Say No to Face Scanning
When companies and governments expand data collection in the name of security, sometimes the only way you can object is to opt out. And with facial recognition, the time to object is now.
Reddit Is Quietly Becoming an AI Slopfest. Can Anyone Save It?
AI has made it easier than ever for anyone to post faux content on Reddit, even as execs argue that it's one of the most authentic corners of the web.
Cheap, Weird Digital Cameras Are Having a Moment, and I'm Loving It
A new crop of oddball cameras ditch playback, embrace imperfection, and bring back the thrill of not knowing if you got the shot.
Considering a PS5 Pro? I've Had It for a Year and Don't Think It's Worth $749
The PlayStation 5 Pro's extra (and expensive) processing power remains nebulous more than a year after the system's release.
AI Can't Make a Good Website for You. Trust Me, I Tried
I used AI to create a personal website, and it didn't go well. As PCMag's expert on website builders, I offer four good reasons to stick with the human touch instead.
I Won't Use AI Web Browsers Until They Fix These 3 Fatal Flaws
AI-powered web browsers are being hailed as the future of internet browsing, yet I haven't found one I actually want to use—or would be willing to pay for—until some fundamental issues are addressed.
5 Mario Tennis Fever Rackets So Good It Feels Like Cheating
Mario Tennis Fever isn't just about quick reflexes—it's about picking the perfect racket. These five Fever Rackets give you the advantage you need to take control and dominate every match.
