Why China Is the Bogeyman Data Center Enthusiasts Just Can't Quit
Polls show that overwhelming majorities of Americans hate data centers. China makes a perfect scapegoat for tech leaders and their allies—the only problem is a lack of evidence.
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The Best Gaming Chairs (2026): Are They Worth It?
The best gaming chair is actually an office chair. Here are our top picks from our real-life testing so far.
4 Best Alexa Speakers I’ve Tested (2026)
I’ve rounded up the best smart speakers that let you talk to Alexa, from the popular Echo Dot to the newest Echo Studio.
There May Not Be an iPhone 18 This Year
Apple is expected to announce several products at its September event next week—including a folding phone—but the iPhone 18 might not be among them. It would be a first for the company.
OpenAI Agents Hacked Another Website
Plus: Tens of millions of US and Canadian drivers’ licenses go up for sale on the dark web, the US military finally tries to tackle the risk online ad data poses to troops, and more.
Scientists Put Caterpillars in an Ultraquiet Chamber to Learn How They Hear Without Ears
The research could do more than help unlock the mystery of caterpillar hearing. It could also help make microphones better.
The Watch World Went Crazy This Week. Here Are the 10 You Need to See
The main action took place at Geneva Watch Days, but others dialed in remotely to make sure it wasn’t just a Swiss party.
Marvel Has Assigned 42 Hours of Homework Before ‘Avengers: Doomsday’
The studio released an official catch-up list ahead of December’s release. We have easy links to watch every one of the movies so you can get up to speed.
Home Depot Labor Day Sale (2026): BOGO on Best Grills and Tools
The Home Depot Labor Day sale goes hard on grills and tools. Here are our recommendations on what to buy—and what to ignore.
Casio ‘CasioNaut’ G-Shock GMC-2500 GAC-2500 Series: Price, Specs, Availability
In what appears to be a follow-up to the mighty “CasiOak,” the rugged Japanese watch brand is expected to release an all-new luxury homage.