consumer tech
The Decades-Long Quest to Design a Car Stereo That Can't Be Stolen
Car stereos have traditionally been both valuable and easy to spot in an idle vehicle, making them a key target for thieves. Why aren’t they getting stolen nearly as much anymore?
Beyond the Hype: This Is the Tech We Expect to Lay Hands on in 2016
As CES kicks off January, some predictions for the tech that will endure through the year ahead.
People Are Complaining That Amazon Echo Is Responding to Ads on TV
"Alexa, play my holiday playlist."
Expert: Facebook Is Draining Your Battery Because It’s Tracking Your Location
Always read the fine print.
The Facebook App Is Killing Your iPhone’s Battery
Nobody knows what the app is doing when it's supposed to be turned off.
Will A Politician Ever Run on a Basic Income Platform?
Listen to our latest podcast episode, featuring the iPhone 6S, basic income, and Hacking Team.
The Best and Worst Tech We Spent Cold Hard Cash on This Year
Our picks of the tech we bought this year, from money well spent to utter disappointments.
A New Multi-Material 3D Printer Can Print (Almost) Anything
Finally, a 3D printer that can handle multiple types of materials.
Most Apps Fail at Telling Users What Data They Collect, Survey Finds
Apps by and large still have major issues with disclosing their use of user data.
The Amazon Fire Is the Most-Polluting Smartphone
Why Fire Phone users will be creating a lot more pollution than iPhone owners.