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Can a Good Soundbar Rival a True Surround-Sound System in a Blind Listening Test?
by Brent Butterworth
As soundbar performance continues to improve, does anyone need to invest in an AV receiver and speakers to get great sound? We did blind tests to find out.
Have a 3D Printer? You Can Use It to Make Face Shields for Medical Workers
by Signe Brewster
If you are looking for a way to help medical workers get personal protective gear, there are local, organized efforts that 3D-printing hobbyists can join.
19 Video Games to Play When You Need to Relax
by Andrew Cunningham
If you’re stuck inside and need something to help reduce your anxiety, these relaxed video games will get the job done.
Apple Stores Are Closed. Here’s How to Get Your Gear Fixed in the Meantime.
by Nick Guy
Apple has shut down its signature stores amid the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you should know.
I Was a Skeptic, but I Loved Cooking With the Google Nest Hub Max
by Marilyn Ong
It won’t dice onions, but the Google Nest Hub Max is a trusty sous chef, making it easy to find and follow recipes, time tasks, and get fast cooking answers.
What You Really Need to Know About Bluetooth Audio
by Brent Butterworth
What are the different Bluetooth audio codecs and how much do they affect a device’s sound quality? (Hint: Not as much as you might think.)
The Best Camera for Your Dream Vacation Isn’t a Smartphone
by Ben Keough
Packing for the vacation of a lifetime? Don’t forget to put a good camera in your bag. We have picks for travelers (and vacations) of all kinds.
What We’re Looking Forward To From CES 2020
by Jason Chen and Wirecutter Staff
Let’s be honest: A lot of CES stuff is not great. But we found things—workout earbuds, foldable computers, and smart bassinets—we’re actually excited about.
I Used Alexa to Play Board Games and Now I Never Have to Play With My Family Again
by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
The voice assistant turns out to be an effective and impartial ally in maintaining a competitive board-gaming family’s holiday-season peace.
Last-Minute Video Game Gifts for Everyone, From Beginners to Pros
by Arthur Gies
We gathered recommendations to our favorite gifts for video gamers, from popular games to give with new consoles to lesser-known greats for experienced gamers.
The Best Deals We’ve Seen for the Nintendo Switch Console and Accessories
by Elissa Sanci
Give the gift of gaming this holiday season—and save money while you do it.
Should You Get a Smart Speaker or a Bluetooth Speaker?
by Brent Butterworth
The choice between a smart speaker and a Bluetooth speaker depends on your lifestyle and your listening habits.
The Best Car Stereos With Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
by Rik Paul and Eric C. Evarts
The Pioneer AVH-W4500NEX is the best car stereo for people who want to add Apple CarPlay or Android Auto so they can use their smartphones in their vehicles.
A Simple Solution to Bad Wi-Fi: Use Wires
by Andrew Cunningham
Using wires in your network can improve performance for your entire wireless network, not just the things that you connect wires to.
Do Noise-Cancelling Headphones Hurt Your Ears? You’re Not Alone.
by Brent Butterworth and Lauren Dragan
Before buying noise-cancelling headphones, you should think about what kinds of noise you want to reduce—and find out if you’re susceptible to “eardrum suck.”
For All-Star Kids Sports Photos, Ditch Your Smartphone
by Ben Keough
Shooting sports—even when it’s kids playing, not pros—isn’t easy, but the right equipment can help. Here’s what to look for in a camera for sports photography.
Get Your Digital Accounts Ready In Case of Death
by Melanie Pinola
In case of death: how to set up a list of important digital account info for simple and secure information sharing with family members and trusted friends.
The Best iPhone Armbands for Running
by Ben Frumin
If you’re set on strapping your iPhone to your arm, we’ve determined that the Tune Belt Sport Armband is the best armband for most runners.
7 Simple Ways to Protect Your Digital Privacy
by Thorin Klosowski
Follow these simple steps to lock down your devices and accounts and take back some control over who has access to your data.
The Best Camera Cleaning Gear
by Tim Barribeau and Ben Keough
Like anything, lenses and cameras need to be cleaned, and this gear will help you clean them properly.
The First Nikon DSLR Lenses You Should Buy
by Amadou Diallo
For Nikon photographers looking to expand their options, we’ve picked fast prime, zoom, wide-angle, macro, and portrait lenses, plus a kit lens upgrade.
The Best Cheap Gaming Chair for Your Living Room
by Kevin Purdy
We tested 10 gaming chairs and found that the inexpensive BirdRock Home Adjustable Memory Foam Chair—not an X Rocker—is the best for most living rooms.
The Best Screen Protectors for iPhone 8, 7, 6s, and 6 (and Their Plus Sizes)
by Nick Guy
TechMatte’s amFilm is the best glass screen protector for iPhone 8, 7, 6s, and 6 models, protecting just as well as competitors that cost 10 times as much.
The Best Accessories for Your iPhone and iPad
by Dan Frakes, Nick Guy, and Wirecutter Staff
We’ve spent hundreds of hours over the past few years testing hundreds of iPhone and iPad accessories to find the best ones.
What Is a Network Switch, and Do You Need One?
by Andrew Cunningham
A network switch adds more ports to your router. It's useful if you have a lot of wired devices in one place, or if you want to wire your home for Ethernet.