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I Gave Up My iPhone for the 3 Best Dumbphones — And I Kind of Regret It

I built my life around my smartphone, but the reasons I went back might surprise you.

Jun 12 •

🍎 WWDC 2025: Yeah, but can Siri call the right person for me yet?

The Good, The Meh, The Mind-Blowing. All through the lens of "Do I really care?!" And why can't I get Siri to add things to my calendar correctly or…

Jun 10 •

Your Selfie, Styled: The AI App That Shops Like Your BFF (But With Better Taste)

My latest obsession? GlanceAI and other hot new apps turns your no-makeup mirror pic into personalized outfit inspo—real brands, real bodies, and fewer…

Jun 6 •

My Curated 2025 Dads & Grads Tech Picks

Look beyond the norm and give that special someone something they will actually use. Because a “World’s Best Dad” mug or Dr. Seuss book just won't…

Jun 5 •

Verizon Value Brands Spring Promotions: Smart Ways To Save

Techish teamed up with Verizon to help new grads (and savvy savers everywhere) score big on smart deals that make life a little easier and a lot more…

May 20 •

USA Today Exclusive: Welcome to Scamland. Population: all of us

How McAfee’s Scam Detector can help you spot fraudulent texts and meet the real-world victims of today's scams!! They're everyday people just like you…

May 14 •

This Sextortion Scam Hit a Teen I Love — Why You Need to Talk to Your Kid Today

A fake flirt. A real threat. I explain exactly how it happens and give you the script to stop it.

May 6 •

5 Gadget Gifts To Make You Mom's Favorite this Mother's Day

Now is the perfect time to skip the clichés and surprise her with a smart, thoughtful gadget she’ll actually use—and love

May 2 •

USA Today: Meet the Orb: The futuristic device that verifies you’re human in the age of AI

America, meet the Orb. Tools for Humanity's bold new attempt to verify you’re not a bot — just by looking you in the eye.

May 2 •

Trading My iPhone for a Dumbphone Was the Dopamine Detox I Didn’t Know I Needed

Can paired-down gadgets like the new Light Phone III, a smartphone that barely does anything, help me focus more on things that matter and less on my…

Apr 25 •

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USA Today: Instagram’s 'Blend' feature: A new way to share connections with friends

Blend lets you and your friends share a custom Reels feed inside DMs

Apr 17 •

Gadgets Gone Green: Earth Day Tech That Actually Makes a Difference

The coolest earth-friendly gadgets and tech tools to help save time, money, and the planet. Think of it as your cheat code to a cleaner, greener life.

Apr 10 •

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