It feels like cheating: The Trek Domane+ SLR9 gravel bike, reviewed
At $12,999, the Trek Domane+ SLR9 gravel e-bike is a dream to ride. Enlarge / The Trek Domane+ SLR9 with eTap before an epic ride. (credit: Eric Bangeman) One of the things I love most about working at Ars Technica is th.....»»
As wolves swoop, Austrians grab guns for contested cull
After wolves swooped from the forest and savaged her lambs, Austrian sheep farmer Renate Pilz feels like giving up. Others, to the anger of conservationists, are reaching for their rifles......»»
Our top-reviewed products that are on sale during Labor Day
Labor Day is an excellent time to shop for new devices, but not everything is worth buying -- here are high-scoring products that are on sale for the holiday......»»
TorGuard review: a fast, cheap VPN that makes some trade-offs
I reviewed TorGuard one of the cheapest VPNs to find out just how good and this bargain-priced privacy solution can be......»»
Quentin Tarantino talks failed Star Trek movie and why he’ll never watch Toy Story 4
On a recent podcast appearance, Quentin Tarantino discussed the status of his Star Trek movie and why he'll never watch Toy Story 4......»»
Aventon Ramblas eMTB e-bike review: the trails are waiting
Even if you're an experienced mountain bike rider, you should check out what Aventon includes in its first eMTB......»»
I just learned why the fastest VPN isn’t always the best option
Hotspot Shield is one of the fastest VPNs available, so I reviewed it to test the features, quality, privacy, and customer support......»»
Our favorite e-bike, the Lectric XPeak, is having a free battery promo
The Lectric XPeak is an all-terrain e-bike that's already relatively affordable at $1,399, but if you buy it from Lectric now, you'll get free items worth $727......»»
I reviewed the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL. Here’s why it should be your next phone
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a big and expensive smartphone. It's also one of the best I've used this year. Let me explain why in my full review......»»
Pixel 9 phones: The Gemini AI stuff, reviewed
A newcomer dives into AI with the Pixel 9 Pro. Enlarge / I asked Gemini to "reimagine" the background of this Pixel 9 group shot (originally on beige paper) as "science fiction moonscape," and then used "Auto frame" to expand the.....»»
Advances in bermudagrass research highlight genetic insights, potential for environmental resilience
A research team has reviewed recent studies to highlight the significant progress in understanding the growth and stress response mechanisms in bermudagrass, a widely distributed and valuable grass species. A recent review reveals the genetic diversi.....»»
This chill music-making tool feels like a lost Nintendo DS game
If you miss the days of tactile Nintendo DS games like Electroplankton, Oddada is the music-making game for you......»»
This Apple TV+ show has 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, and season two is coming soon
Apple TV+ has plenty of excellent shows, but among all of its best-reviewed titles, only two series have scored a 100% freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes. And now, Apple has announced that one of those shows—Bad Sisters—is debuting its second se.....»»
Proton VPN review: a scientific approach to security
Proton VPN was created by CERN scientists, so I reviewed the free and paid versions to check which is best and how Proton compares to other top VPNs......»»
Even in alpha, Splitgate 2 already feels like the next great shooter
Even in its limited alpha state, Splitgate 2 impresses with tight gunplay and some promising special abilities......»»
Researchers hack electronic shifters with a few hundred dollars of hardware
If you've got a Shimano Di2 groupset, be sure to update its firmware. Enlarge (credit: Dmytro Aksonov via Getty) Professional cycling has, in its recent history, been prone to a shocking variety of cheating methods and d.....»»
This GoTrax e-bike has a top speed of 20 MPH, and it’s $150 off today
Put the pedal to the metal with this awesome GoTrax e-bike deal. Save $150 when you order the GoTrax Z4 Lite at Best Buy, but act fast!.....»»
Framework Laptop 13 reviewed, again: Meteor Lake meh, Linux upgrades good
Intel's latest chips often fall behind Ryzen, or even older Intel CPUs. Enlarge / The ever-evolving Framework Laptop 13 is back again, this time with some Linux-friendly upgrades and Intel's new Meteor Lake-based Core Ultra CPUs.....»»
I tried a new antivirus software, but it was more expensive than it was worth
I reviewed Avira antivirus software and compared the free, basic, and advanced protection plans to find out which is best for you......»»
Nova Launcher, savior of cruft-filled Android phones, is on life support
Nova Launcher feels the "massive" layoffs at the firm that acquired it in 2022. Enlarge (credit: Nova Launcher) Back in July 2022, when mobile app metrics firm Branch acquired the popular and well-regarded Nova Launcher.....»»
Don’t call it boring — this printer was an absolute joy to use
I reviewed HP's Color LaserJet Pro 4201dw to find out if this affordable color laser printer has good quality and long-term value......»»