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Rachit Agarwal

Rachit Agarwal

Author/Co-Author of 607 articles

My experience

Rachit brings over 10 years of experience covering the consumer technology landscape. His work appears in leading publications, including Android Police, 91Mobiles, and Beebom.

He investigates and crafts in-depth features that uncover emerging tech trends, covers interesting new science and tech developments, and empowers readers to make the most of their devices.

As a trusted Apple expert, he brings you hidden iOS tips and reviews of the latest Mac hardware, breaking down Apple's products and features in a practical, easy-to-follow way. Whether it's the latest OS releases or major hardware drops, Rachit can help you get more out of every Apple device you own.

Outside of work, Rachit enjoys exploring new gadgets, experimenting with software, and reading fantasy novels. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him tinkering with his MacBook, discovering and testing new apps, writing on his Supernote, or diving into the latest fantasy novels.

The technology I use

I live inside the Apple ecosystem. My primary devices are a MacBook Pro and an iPhone Air, complemented by an iPad Pro and an Apple Watch. For video and photography, I shoot with a Sony a6700 and edit in DaVinci Resolve, Pixelmator Pro, Affinity Photo, and Lightroom Classic.

Though I love experimenting with new E-Ink tablets, my preferred device right now is the Supernote Nomad, thanks to its excellent software and writing experience.

I write all my stories in Markdown using Ulysses and rely on DEVONthink to keep everything organized. That said, if a story is long and involves rigorous research, I prefer Scrivener. For notes, I use a combination of Obsidian and Craft for deeper thinking, and Apple Notes for capturing quick thoughts.

OmniFocus keeps my projects and tasks from spiraling out of control, while Readwise manages my ever-growing reading list and helps me retain a meaningful portion of what I consume.

Areas of expertise

Mac · iPhone · Apple Watch · macOS · iOS · watchOS · AI · E-Ink · Productivity · Apps & Software

Opera Air feature

Opera Air’s big update brings calming sounds, guided breaks, and a clutter-free look

Opera Air’s latest update adds a clutter-free design, new wallpapers, fresh Soundscapes, and guided breathing and neck exercises to help you stay focused.
Computing News
Xbox Nano Controller

Microsoft just made its smallest Xbox controller ever, and it fits in your pocket

Xbox has announced the Nano Controller, its smallest controller yet. It costs $49.99, weighs just 3.5 ounces, and keeps all 18 standard inputs. Here’s everything you need to know.
Gaming News
iPhone Duo camera

Breaking your iPhone Duo could cost up to $1,499, so think twice before skipping AppleCare+

Apple's iPhone Duo repair costs are here, with out-of-warranty fees reaching $1,499 for other damage. Here's what screen, battery, and back glass repairs cost and how much AppleCare+ can save you.
Phones
Samsung health sleep tracking

Samsung Health now needs just 3 days of sleep data to coach you toward better sleep

Samsung Health’s Sleep Coaching now needs just three days of sleep data to start, and it adds daily habit checklists, weekly plan updates, and a new Sleep Balance graph.
Phones Wearables
new apple health app design

Apple’s redesigned Health app has disappeared, and users will have to wait longer

Apple has removed the redesigned Health app from iOS 27.2 developer beta 4. Here’s what changed, what happens to your data, and when you can expect the new design.
Phones
Using the HP Googlebook

Google finally lets you turn any website into an app on Googlebook

Chrome M155 finally lets Googlebook owners turn any website into an app and pin it to the taskbar. Here’s what’s new and how to set it up.
Computing News
Apple HomeView feature

Apple wants $279 to fix your $299 HomeView, so you better not drop it

Apple’s HomeView costs $299, but one accident without AppleCare could cost you $279. Here’s why the repair pricing feels like a bad joke.
Smart Home
Google Play in car hoirzontal

Google Play for your car is getting a fresh look and a bunch of fun new apps

Google is redesigning Google Play for cars with Google built-in, adding new apps like STARZ and Firefox, and letting YouTube keep playing as audio when you shift into drive.
Cars
Google Play new features

You can now build your own Android apps with AI and install them through Google Play

Google's latest Play updates let you create private Android apps, discover games based on your preferences, and compare apps with AI.
Phones
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen

Should you upgrade to the new Apple TV 4K? Here’s how it compares to older models

Thinking about the new Apple TV 4K? We compared it with the Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) and the older Apple TV (3rd generation) to show you exactly what’s new and improved.
Audio / Video Features
Apple TV 4K New

Apple TV 4K gets a major Siri AI upgrade and a clever new remote feature

Apple’s new Apple TV 4K brings Siri AI to your living room, lets you talk to it hands-free, and makes it easier to find your remote. Here’s what’s new, how much it costs, and when you can get it.
Audio / Video News
Safari logo on MacBook

Apple says switching to Safari could add 5 hours to your MacBook’s battery life

Apple’s Switch to Safari campaign promises longer streaming and faster loading of your favorite sites compared with Chrome on Mac. Here are the reasons Apple gave to convince you to switch.
Computing News
heart being treated by tiny robot

Tiny robots could shrink weeks of heart infection treatment into a single day

Johns Hopkins engineers built rice-sized magnetic robots that deliver antibiotics straight to infected heart tissue, potentially replacing weeks of IV drugs or risky open-heart surgery.
Emerging Tech News
iPhone Duo

Apple hid a cooling secret inside the iPhone Duo’s hinge, and it could keep your foldable from overheating

The A20 Pro gives Apple’s new iPhones Mac-level muscle, but keeping it cool in a foldable was tough. Here’s how Apple used the iPhone Duo’s hinge to beat the heat.
Phones
man wearing a smartwatch

A new sweat-sensing smartwatch could help workers stay hydrated in the heat

Samsung just launched the clip-on Galaxy Buds On, but a fresh leak suggests the company is working on Galaxy Studio over-ear headphones that could take on the AirPods Max 2.
Wearables News
claude-dashboard-motions-feature

You can argue with Claude, but don’t be a bully, says Anthropic

Anthropic's updated Usage Policy adds a rule against repeated, purposeless cruelty toward Claude, while clarifying restrictions on election deception, weapons, surveillance, and more.
Computing News
Xiaomi 18 Fold

Wide-screen phones are having a moment, and Oppo wants a piece of the action

Oppo is reportedly working on a wide-screen phone with a 16:9 display and 1mm bezels, which means your favorite videos could fill the screen edge to edge.
Phones
Electronics, Phone, Mobile Phone

DarkSword returns with a nastier trick that lets hackers steal your iPhone data in real time

A new DarkSword variant called P7 DarkSword is harder to detect and can steal passwords, crypto wallet data, photos, and Apple Notes from vulnerable iPhones running iOS 18.
Phones
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

iPhone 18 Pro Max SOS issues persist as iOS 27.2 beta gets a new AT&T update

Apple has released carrier settings update 72.0.3 for AT&T customers using the iPhone 18 Pro Max on the iOS 27.2 beta as SOS and signal-loss complaints continue.
Phones
Amazon Alexa tablet On Screen Intelligence

Amazon’s new Alexa Tablets let Alexa see your screen and help in real time

Amazon's new Alexa Tablets feature On-Screen Intelligence, letting Alexa see what's on your display and help you with tasks in real time.
Tablets
Symbol, Text, Number

Samsung is reportedly making 30% fewer phones because selling them isn’t paying off anymore

Samsung is reportedly cutting its Q4 smartphone production by up to 30% as soaring memory prices, fueled by AI demand, squeeze its profits.
Phones
Rivian R2 Pet Cam

Rivian’s new Pet Cam lets you check on your dog right from your phone’s lock screen

Rivian's latest R2 update adds Pet Cam, letting owners check on their dogs remotely with a live camera feed and cabin temperature reading.
Cars
Electronics, Phone, Adapter

I picked 5 Prime Day MagSafe and Qi2 power bank deals worth buying, starting at $35.99

Looking for a MagSafe or Qi2 power bank? These five Prime Day deals include Ugreen, Anker, Sharge and Belkin models with savings of up to 28%.
Phones
Computer, Electronics, Tablet Computer

I picked 5 Prime Day e-reader deals worth buying, from Kindle Paperwhite to a pocket-sized gem

Looking for a new e-reader? These five Prime Day deals include Kindle Paperwhite, Colorsoft, Scribe Colorsoft and unusual alternatives, with savings up to 34%.
Tablets
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

SSD prices have skyrocketed, but I found 6 Prime Day storage deals worth grabbing

SSD prices have soared, but Amazon has cut up to 42% off external and internal drives from Samsung, SanDisk, Lexar, and Acer. These are the six deals I'd buy.
Computing Deals
ultrahuman-air-in-hand

Ultrahuman Ring gets on-demand heart scans for moments when you feel unwell

Ultrahuman has added Heart Scan to Ring AIR and Ring PRO, giving users a free one-minute heart rhythm check they can run anytime and a PDF report to share with their doctor.
Wearables News
Amazon Kindle back

How to pick the right Kindle: a no-nonsense buying guide for 2026

Not sure which Kindle to buy? This guide breaks down every Kindle model, from the basic reader to the Scribe Colorsoft, to help you choose based on how you read.
Tablets
Google Wallet new card layout

Google Wallet’s new card picker is making checkout more awkward for some users

Google Wallet is swapping its card carousel for a stacked list on Android. It works well one-handed, but users say picking a card at checkout is now slower and more confusing.
Phones
Electronics, Headphones

The Sony WH-1000XM5 is 50% off for Prime Day, and I found 3 other headphone deals just as tempting

Prime Day has cut up to 50% off noise-cancelling headphones from Sony, Bose, JBL, and Sennheiser. These are the four deals I'd actually buy.
Audio / Video Deals
Computer, Electronics, Laptop

From $179 AirPods Pro to $200 off a MacBook Air, these are the Prime Day Apple deals I’d buy

I picked five Prime Day Apple deals worth buying, including $70 off AirPods Pro 3, $200 off MacBook Air, and discounts on Apple Watch and iPad mini.
Computing Deals
Computer, Electronics, Tablet Computer

I found 5 Prime Day deals on Kindles, Echos, and Fire TV, starting at $37.99

Prime Day has cut up to 50% off Amazon's own Kindles, Echo devices, and Fire TV sticks. These are the five deals I'd actually buy.
Audio / Video Deals
OpenAI website open on MacBook

Wikipedia says rogue OpenAI agents attacked its platforms and hammered its servers

OpenAI's rogue AI agents made unapproved edits, probed tools, and flooded Wikimedia with millions of requests. Here's what happened and why it matters to you.
Computing News
Siri AI running on Mac

macOS 27 removed the Apple Intelligence off switch. Here’s how to get rid of it anyway

macOS 27 scatters Apple Intelligence settings across a dozen places. RemoveMacAI turns them all off in one go and deletes 12GB of AI models from your Mac.
Computing News
Dell XPS Googlebook at Snapdragon Summit

Googlebooks may not deliver the Android app experience Google promised

Google has admitted that some Android apps and games may not run their best on Intel-powered Googlebooks, which is a surprise after its earlier promises of full Play Store support.
Computing News
Windows 11 page open on Dell laptop

Upgrading to Windows 11 26H2 just got easier with this official Microsoft tool

Microsoft has released a dedicated Installation Assistant for Windows 11 26H2, giving you an easy, official way to upgrade your PC while keeping your apps, files, and settings intact.
Computing News
Girl covering her face

AI-generated child abuse images are surging, and parents should rethink sharing kids’ photos online

AI-generated child abuse images have already passed last year's total in just six months. Here's what the new IWF figures reveal and how parents can protect their kids' photos online.
Computing News
kindle colorsoft back converted

The best Kindle in 2026: Here are the top Kindles for reading

Looking for the best Kindle? We compare Amazon's Kindle, Paperwhite, Colorsoft, and Scribe lineup to help you choose the right e-reader for your reading habits, note-taking needs, and budget.
Phones Mobile
trash cans

A new sunlight-powered trick could make smelly trash bins a thing of the past

Researchers have built a lithium-boosted catalyst that uses sunlight to break down the sour smell of rotting food waste, and it was put to the test in real trash bins for 1,000 hours.
Emerging Tech News
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