The best rugged smartphones for 2023
No matter what your reason for a tough and durable phone -- hiking, building, or spelunking -- we've dug up the best rugged phones available on the market......»»

Showtime is being merged into Paramount+
The premium Showtime service is going to become a part of Paramount+ later in 2023, the company announced......»»
The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 gets an official EPA range of 361 miles
Great aerodynamics help, but you'll want the smaller wheels for max range. Enlarge / The Ioniq 6 will be the next EV to debut using Hyundai's clever new E-GMP architecture. It goes on sale in the US later this year. (credit: Jona.....»»
2023 HomePod review roundup: similar sound, same price
Reviews are in for the new large HomePod, with them saying that while Siri is faster, and it has a similar sound, a high price make it hard to justify the product for round two.The new HomePod is priced at $299Apple reintroduced the HomePod on Januar.....»»
Facebook apps can deliberately drain iPhone and Android batteries, says former employee
A data scientist formerly working for Meta says that Facebook apps can deliberately drain the batteries of both iPhones and Android smartphones, in order to examine the effect of low battery power on app performance … more… The post Facebook a.....»»
Cowen forecasts "soft" iPhone impacting Apple"s Q1 2023 financials
Apple's holiday quarter results will be lower than 2021, according to Cowen, with "softness" expected due to iPhone shipments impacted by Chinese lockdowns.iPhone 14 ProFor the December 2022 quarter, analysts at Cowen model Apple as being down 4% yea.....»»
The best video games of January 2023: Hi-Fi Rush, Dead Space, and more
From creative action games like Hi-Fi Rush to JRPGs like One Piece Odyssey, don't miss these great January games......»»
Ukraine war dominates Nobel year again
From NATO's secretary general to the Ukrainian president, the war in Ukraine dominates the publicly known names submitted by Tuesday's deadline for the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize......»»
Samsung"s operating profit drops 70%, sales for foundry service breaks record
Due to a weak economy that leads to low demand for electronics, Samsung Electronics posted a sharp fall in its operating profit and expects the business environment to improve in the second half of 2023......»»
eSIM smartphone market: the next battleground between Apple and Samsung?
Samsung Electronics and its rival Apple are expected to compete in the eSIM smartphone market in 2023, a market which is expected to grow from 986 million units in 2023 to 3.5 billion units in 2027......»»
Auto chips retain importance in global IC market in 2023
In 2023, automotive chips will continue to play an important role in global semiconductor trade, but both mainstream automakers and EV startups are making a strategic turnaround due to their different demand scales, yet with a common goal to consolid.....»»
PCB and IC substrate suppliers see sales hit bottom in 1Q23
PCB and IC substrate suppliers expect sales for 2023 to bottom in the first quarter, with customers' order pull-in momentum to start picking up in the second quarter, according to industry sources......»»
The best indoor TV antennas for 2023
Looking for an indoor TV antenna to help pick up free HD broadcasts and any available 4K channels in your area? Our top picks offer the features that you need......»»
The best waterproof Bluetooth speakers for 2023
The best waterproof Bluetooth speakers can handle any splash, dunk, or rainy day you throw at them. Here are six of our favorite H20-proof audio companions......»»
The best VPN for streaming for 2023
Streaming has become a staple in everyday life, so it's crucial that you make sure you stay safe and protected as you binge-watch your favorite shows......»»
What’s new on Peacock in February 2023
Here's what's new on Peacock in February 2023. You'll find season 2 of Bel-Air, an acclaimed civil rights documentary, live sports, and more......»»
9to5Mac Daily: January 25, 2023 – AirPods Max delays, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Enjoy the podcast.....»»
Apple drops COVID-19 test requirement, could WWDC expand in 2023?
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced a lot of companies around the world to change the way they work, and that includes Apple. However, as the situation is now more under control, Apple is changing its policies for employees again, who will no longer ne.....»»
Is the 2023 Mac Pro dead on arrival? [Opinion]
The Mac Pro has effectively been defined as two things. First, the most powerful Mac in Apple’s line-up. Second, the most expandable machine, but it’s looking increasingly like neither will apply to the 2023 Mac Pro. And if you take away both of.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: January 26, 2023 – Bad news for the new MacBook Pro
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Enjoy the podcast.....»»
Watch iFixit tear down the new MacBook Pro and test Apple’s official repair guides
iFixit is well known for taking apart just about every new Apple product, as the company specializes in providing guides to third-party repairs. However, this time, iFixit decided to test the official Apple repair guides by taking apart the new 2023.....»»