Tech Gifts for Men Who Say They Don't Want Anything

He says he doesn't need anything. You still want to give him something. Here are tech gifts he'll actually use.

The Weather Stations Weather Nerds Actually Use

Home weather stations are a surprisingly deep hobby. Here's what actual weather enthusiasts buy after years of use.

Battery Jump Starters That Live in Your Trunk

A portable jump starter is one of the best car accessories ever made. Here's which ones are worth keeping in your trunk.

Network-Attached Storage for Home Users: Synology, QNAP, or DIY

Home NAS makes sense for specific users. Here's which NAS is right and which is overkill for your actual needs.

Cable Management for Your Desk: The Tools That Actually Work

Cable clutter ruins otherwise nice desks. Here are the actual solutions that produce clean workspaces.

The Right Mouse Pad Matters More Than You Think

A cheap mouse pad is a daily tax on your productivity. Here's which ones actually improve how you work.

Portable Monitors for the Traveling Professional

The portable monitor category has matured. Here are the models worth packing and which ones to avoid.

The Case for Wired Earbuds Again: IEMs for Everyday Listening

Wired earbuds seemed dead. Then IEMs got good. Here's why some audiophiles are switching back from AirPods.

Desk Lamps That Don't Destroy Your Eyes: BenQ ScreenBar, Xiaomi Mi, Others

Bad lighting ruins your workspace. Here are the desk lamps that actually help your eyes through 8-hour workdays.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Rumors and Why I'm Holding Off on the XM5

The Sony WH-1000XM6 is coming. Is it worth waiting or should you buy the XM5 now? Here's my honest take.

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra After One Year: Still the Best?

I've worn the Bose QuietComfort Ultra for a full year. Here's whether it's still the right choice.

Fitness Trackers Worth Buying if You Don't Want an Apple Watch

Not everyone wants an Apple Watch. Here's what's actually good in the fitness tracker space if you want to skip Apple.

Smart Ring

Smart Rings in 2026: Oura, Ultrahuman, Samsung Galaxy Ring

Smart rings became a legitimate wearable category in 2024-25. Here's which one actually delivers the data worth having.

Backpacks

The Best Backpacks for Tech: Peak Design, Aer, Bellroy

Three premium backpacks compete for tech-carrying duty. Here's which one deserves your daily use.

Gaming Chair

Gaming Chairs for Men Who Aren't Gamers

Gaming chairs are marketed at teenagers. Some actually work for adults doing real work. Here's which.

Standing Desk

The Standing Desk Question: Uplift, Flexispot, Fully Compared

Three standing desk brands compete for your home office. Here's the honest verdict after owning multiple frames.

Webcams

Webcams for Real Meetings: Logitech Brio vs Opal Tadpole

External webcams compared for the use case most reviews miss: the daily Zoom call where you need to look like a professional.

Laptop Stand

Laptop Stands That Save Your Neck: Rain Design, Nexstand, Roost

Working on a laptop flat on a desk ruins your neck over time. Here are the stands that fix it without costing a fortune.

Anker

The Anker Ecosystem: Which of Their Products Are Worth It

Anker's charging gear is legendary. But their ecosystem now spans dozens of categories. Here's what's actually worth buying.

Wireless Charging

Wireless Chargers Ranked by Actual Performance

Wireless charger marketing is generous fiction. Here are the ones that actually charge your phone quickly, tested under real conditions.

USB-C

The USB-C Hub You Actually Need (Not the One You'll Buy)

USB-C hubs look similar. They're not. Here's how to pick one that actually works instead of one that creates new problems.

Speakers

Outdoor Speakers: Sonos Move 2, UE Hyperboom, JBL Boombox 3

Three big Bluetooth speakers compete for your backyard. Here's which one earns its place — and which is the wrong choice for your use case.

Dashcam

Dashcams for the Average Driver: What You Actually Need

You don't need a four-camera system or 4K video to protect yourself. Here's which dashcam makes sense for normal drivers.

Smart Locks

The Smart Lock Question: Yale, August, Schlage — What's Actually Secure

Smart locks vary wildly in security. Here's which ones actually harden your front door and which ones are mostly for show.