Trends with Benefits: The iPhone at 10 and Livestream your life for free internet
Trends with Benefits: The iPhone at 10 and Livestream your life for free internet
Taking a look back at 10 years of the iPhone and a look forward to the iPhone 8. Plus, would you livestream your life for free internet ?
Close to the Metal Ep. 46: A PC perspective on E3 2017
Close to the Metal Ep. 46: A PC perspective on E3 2017
Before E3 2017 disappears into the rear view mirror, we'll break down our favorite games, biggest gripes, and even talk about the Xbox One X.
Apple introduced some podcast updates that could make things better for all of us
Apple introduced some podcast updates that could make things better for all of us
Apple is paying special attention to podcasts these days, and as part of the iOS 11 update, there are big changes coming our way.
Spotify’s Secret Genius Program takes note of unsung heroes — songwriters
Spotify’s Secret Genius Program takes note of unsung heroes — songwriters
Spotify has announced the Secret Genius Program, a series of playlists, podcasts, and an award ceremony that highlights pop songwriters.
Close to the Metal Ep. 44: New 2-in-1s breach the surface, but are any winners?
Close to the Metal Ep. 44: New 2-in-1s breach the surface, but are any winners?
New 2-in-1s are rolling out, including the long-awaited update to Microsoft's Surface Pro. Are any of these products ready for the spotlight?
Close to the Metal Ep. 43: If you build it, will they come?
Close to the Metal Ep. 43: If you build it, will they come?
On this week's Close to the Metal we take a look back at Build and decide whether anything coming out of it is worth holding your breath for.
Close to the Metal Ep. 37: Does the Windows 10 Creators Update live up to its name?
Close to the Metal Ep. 37: Does the Windows 10 Creators Update live up to its name?
Ready or not, the Windows 10 Creators Update is rolling out to systems. On this week's Close to the Metal, we'll dig in and assess the damage.
Sounds of the city: Google's new location-based podcast will be music to your ears
Sounds of the city: Google's new location-based podcast will be music to your ears
Google has launched a new podcast: City Soundtracks. It takes one artist and city and talks about how the former was inspired by the latter.
Farewell to Microsoft’s Fedora Guy, Hello to Android apps for Chromebooks
Farewell to Microsoft’s Fedora Guy, Hello to Android apps for Chromebooks
In this week's Close To The Metal we discuss Microsoft's layoffs, Android apps coming to all Chromebooks, and an intriguing product patent from Razer.
Close to the Metal Ep. 25: The best and worst of computing in 2016
Close to the Metal Ep. 25: The best and worst of computing in 2016
2016 was one heck of year. Thankfully, for PC enthusiasts, the good largely outweighed the bad. We discuss what impressed us, and what disappointed us.
Tinder’s first podcast is here to help you navigate the world of online dating
Tinder’s first podcast is here to help you navigate the world of online dating
Tinder is launching its first branded podcast, "DTR" (short for "Define the Relationship"), which will be dedicated to online dating advice.
Close to the Metal Ep. 23: You should buy a monitor this holiday season
Close to the Metal Ep. 23: You should buy a monitor this holiday season
The holiday shopping season means hot sales, and this year there's a particular category of hardware the stands out. Monitors.
Close to the Metal Ep. 22: Apple MacBook Pro live review
Close to the Metal Ep. 22: Apple MacBook Pro live review
Apple's MacBook Pro has finally received an update, but it's expensive. Is it worth the upgrade? We go in-depth on this week's Close to the Metal podcast.
Close to the Metal Ep. 16: WD Blue SSD live review, and how fast should your SSD be?
Close to the Metal Ep. 16: WD Blue SSD live review, and how fast should your SSD be?
In this week's episode we discuss Western Digital's first solid state drive, then dive into the surprisingly deep and complex market for solid state drives.
Close to the Metal Ep. 14: GTX 1060 review, and what’s up with video card prices?
Close to the Metal Ep. 14: GTX 1060 review, and what’s up with video card prices?
We took a close look at a high-end GTX 1060 from Zotac. Though its performance was great, the price was hard to tolerate, given its increase over MSRP.
Amazon Prime, the gift that keeps giving, now includes free Audible content
Amazon Prime, the gift that keeps giving, now includes free Audible content
Sweetening an already sweet pot, Amazon just added free Audible audiobooks, podcasts, and other content for Amazon Prime members.
Close to the Metal Episode 5: Windows 10’s free upgrade is almost gone – should you upgrade?
Close to the Metal Episode 5: Windows 10’s free upgrade is almost gone – should you upgrade?
Windows 10's free upgrade is about to go extinct, and many users are stressing over whether switching to the new OS is worthwhile. We have the answer.
Close to the Metal Episode 4: Who makes the best video card?
Close to the Metal Episode 4: Who makes the best video card?
Most PC gamers need a discrete graphics card, and options from AMD and Nvidia have dominated the market for almost two decades. Which has the edge in 2016?
Close to the Metal Ep. 3: Is Falcon’s $8,700 Mach V desktop a justifiable expense?
Close to the Metal Ep. 3: Is Falcon’s $8,700 Mach V desktop a justifiable expense?
The Falcon Northwest Mach V is one of the most expensive PCs. Is its high price tag worthwhile? What's real difference between it and a mid-range rig?
Subject of hit podcast Serial will get a second chance in court
Subject of hit podcast Serial will get a second chance in court
Serial season 1 subject Adnan Syed was serving a life sentence in prison, but now he has a shot at freedom. He has been granted a new trial.
Trends with Benefits: Tesla’s black boxes, undersea hipsters, show ‘n tell
Trends with Benefits: Tesla’s black boxes, undersea hipsters, show ‘n tell
Apple's annual developers conference kicks off on Monday. Here's what you can expect to see unveiled at WWDC 2016.
Energy Department launches podcast, and chances are you’ll enjoy it, learn something
Energy Department launches podcast, and chances are you’ll enjoy it, learn something
Move over, NPR, the Energy Department is now creating audio shows on demand, and in all seriousness, this one is pretty good.
With competition on the rise, podcasters are finally getting Apple’s attention
With competition on the rise, podcasters are finally getting Apple’s attention
Apple is having a serious conversation with podcast producers to figure out what the future of the industry looks like.
You can now play podcasts from within Google search results on Android
You can now play podcasts from within Google search results on Android
Google's updated the Search for Android app to support podcast playback. It comes on the heels of a new Play Music app that features podcast management.
Your favorite podcasts are now streaming on Google Play Music
Your favorite podcasts are now streaming on Google Play Music
Google Play Music Podcasts has finally launched, and there's 20 titles sitting in the Top Charts. The update is rolling out on the Web and on Android today.
Trends with Benefits: Is the Flyboard Air hoverboard legit, or a big hoax?
Trends with Benefits: Is the Flyboard Air hoverboard legit, or a big hoax?
Is the Flyboard a real life hoverboard, or a hoax? Plus other top tech.