Tag: Smart devices
Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro review: the PlayStation of smartphones
Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro
MSRP $1,199.00
“The Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro is the best phone you can buy if you want to play games, but it turns out it’s also a great everyday phone.”
Pros
- Great gaming software features
- AirTriggers work really well
- Hugely powerful
- IP68 rating
- Fast wired charging
Cons
- Fewer hardcore gaming features
- Gets hot when pushed to its limit
Is the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro still a gaming phone? After all, it’s a very
The best folding phones in 2023: the 6 best ones you can buy
Folding smartphones have taken the world by storm. Initially, they appeared futuristic and exciting. However, with time, they have been refined and improved to cater to everyday use. Their prices are gradually decreasing as the technology advances, but they still remain expensive purchases, making it crucial to make the right buying decision.
Currently, there are two types of folding smartphones available in the market. The first type resembles a regular non-folding phone, which can be unfolded into a larger tablet-like
Google Pixel Watch 2 vs. Apple Watch Series 9: a new king?
It’s simple: Say “smartwatch,” and most people will think of an Apple Watch. As a result, Apple’s wearable has become the standard by which all other smartwatches and fitness trackers are judged, and it’s easy to see why. The latest addition to the line, the Apple Watch Series 9, is a masterclass of form and function — as it has been for a long time, to be entirely
Motorola Razr Plus review: the folding phone I’ve been waiting for
Motorola Razr Plus
MSRP $1,000.00
“The Motorola Razr Plus is the best flip phone foldable I’ve ever used. Between the unmatched cover screen, stunning hardware, and powerful specs, there’s just so much to like.”
Pros
- Viva Magenta color looks incredible
- Water and dust resistance
- Game-changing cover screen
- Super-minimal display crease
- Excellent performance
- Lovely software experience
Cons
- Mediocre cameras
- One-day battery life
- Wired charging capped at 30W
When I used the Motorola Razr Plus for the first time at the beginning
The best iPads in 2023: the 5 best ones you should buy
Apple’s iPad is undoubtedly one of the most popular tablets on the market right now. There are several different models to choose from, but no matter which one you go with, you’ll be getting one of the best tablets out there. Still, Apple provides an abundance of choice here, and with so many different versions — and nearly annual updates — it can be tricky to know which one is the best to get.
All of Apple’s iPads are pretty
Google Pixel 8 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy S23 UItra
Google’s Pixel 8 Pro is the last of 2023’s top smartphones to arrive. It’s big, bold, and comes packed with camera tricks to take on Samsung and Apple’s best. But if you are averse to Apple’s ecosystem, the only direct rival to Google’s latest flagship is the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Both product lines have a reputation for having one of the most powerful camera phones, with Samsung banking more on hardware supremacy while Google leads with software
The best Amazon Alexa smart speakers
The best Alexa smart speakers don’t just offers support for the voice assistant — they also sound good, look good, and bring great value to your home. They often serve as the “brains” of a connected smart home, as you can give commands to the rest of your Alexa-enabled products just by talking to your smart speaker.
But with so many Alexa smart speakers on the market in 2023, it can be a challenge narrowing down your options. It’s hard
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 4: worth the upgrade?
Last year’s release of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 was a watershed moment in the evolution of foldable smartphones, bringing Samsung’s foldable out of the more experimental stages of the early generations and into a mature and well-rounded product.
Naturally, Samsung is following that up this year with the Galaxy Z Fold 5, a successor that brings some interesting refinements to what’s
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra review: too much of a good thing
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
MSRP $1,200.00
“The Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra is fast, and it has a gorgeous display, great audio, and a lot more. It’s an amazing gadget, but you probably don’t need it.”
Pros
- Stunning 14.6-inch display
- Loud, rich speakers
- Excellent performance
- Very good battery life
- Water and dust resistance
Cons
- It’s. So. Heavy.
- App optimization issues
- Outrageously expensive
- Pricey, necessary accessories
Let’s get it out of the way right now: The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
How to update your HomePod or HomePod mini
The HomePod and HomePod mini are two of the best smart speakers compatible with Apple HomeKit. Offering impressive sound quality, eye-catching designs, and access to the Siri voice assistant, the two gadgets are a perfect centerpiece for any smart home. Best of all, Apple is continuously improving their performance through software updates – and most of the time these are installed automatically.
However, if you want to manually check for updates and make sure you’re running the latest software, there