Author Archives: Simon Hill

Distance Wireless Charging Made a Minor Comeback at CES 2022

Posted on January 8, 2022 by Simon Hill

The potential of truly wire-free power is exciting, but tangible products remain elusive. Continue reading Distance Wireless Charging Made a Minor Comeback at CES 2022→

25 Best Tech Books to Gift (2025): Biographies, Startup Histories, Exposés

Posted on December 11, 2021 by Simon Hill

Give the techie in your life access to the inner workings of the companies and characters shaping Big Tech. Continue reading 25 Best Tech Books to Gift (2025): Biographies, Startup Histories, Exposés→

5 Best Touchscreen Gloves (2026), Tested and Reviewed

Posted on December 9, 2021 by Simon Hill

We braved the cold to answer a modern dilemma: Can you keep your hands warm and use a smartphone at the same time? Continue reading 5 Best Touchscreen Gloves (2026), Tested and Reviewed→

The Withings ScanWatch Is a Classy Everyday Fitness Tracker

Posted on December 6, 2021 by Simon Hill

This refined and elegant smartwatch boasts ECG and SpO2 sensors, fitness and sleep tracking, and stellar battery life. Continue reading The Withings ScanWatch Is a Classy Everyday Fitness Tracker→

How to Use Your Smartphone as a Hot Spot

Posted on December 3, 2021 by Simon Hill

Learn how to use tethering to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hub for other devices to connect to. Continue reading How to Use Your Smartphone as a Hot Spot→

Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Is a Wasted Opportunity

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Simon Hill

This “definitive edition” is a buggy and broken trip down memory lane. You might want to stay at home. Continue reading Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy Is a Wasted Opportunity→

Best Streaming Services (2023): Which Are Worth Your Money?

Posted on November 22, 2021 by Simon Hill

Whether you’re a hardcore cord-cutter or an animation fan, there’s a platform for you. Here are the best we’ve tried. Continue reading Best Streaming Services (2023): Which Are Worth Your Money?→

How to Use Wi-Fi Calling on Your iPhone, Android Phone, or Tablet

Posted on November 18, 2021 by Simon Hill

Are you struggling to find a signal in your home or office? Here’s how to get clearer chats. Continue reading How to Use Wi-Fi Calling on Your iPhone, Android Phone, or Tablet→

Netflix, Please Add a ‘Watched It’ Button Already

Posted on November 9, 2021 by Simon Hill

Wait a minute … I’ve seen this before! Why is it so hard to filter out movies and shows on streaming services? Continue reading Netflix, Please Add a ‘Watched It’ Button Already→

11 Best USB Flash Drives (2026): Pen Drives, Thumb Drives, Memory Sticks

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Simon Hill

These WIRED-tested memory sticks are a virtual filing cabinet in your pocket. Continue reading 11 Best USB Flash Drives (2026): Pen Drives, Thumb Drives, Memory Sticks→