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The Gear and Tips You Need to Make Studio-Grade Home Videos
We tested microphones, tripods, lights, teleprompters, and other tools for more than a year. These are our favorites.
This OnePlus Phone Is a Good Deal—Except for the Cameras
The Nord N200 5G has many features you don’t often find in a cheap phone, but should you settle for lackluster photos?
NFC Flaws Let Researchers Hack ATMs by Waving a Phone
Flaws in card reader technology let a security firm consultant wreak havoc with point-of-sale systems and more.
The Best Electric Toothbrush is Half Off ($25) for Prime Day
The Colgate Hum has all the best features of a vibrating brush. Its buzz-worthy discount likely ends tonight.
29 Prime Day Deals for Your Post-Vax Summer Adventures (Day 2 Update)
Seeking some safe fun in the sun? Head outside with deals on speakers, luggage, and more—all still discounted for Prime Day.
Your Favorite Mobile Apps That Can Also Run in a Web Browser
Break free from the confines of your phone screen for messaging, music, and more.
Samsung’s New Galaxy A52 5G Is a Reliable Droid
The new $500 handset does everything a phone needs to do, though it’s plagued by the same flaws as its predecessor.
10 Tips for Shooting Polaroids This Fall
Are you even a photographer if you’ve never taken a Polaroid? If you’ve yet to experience the magic of instant photography, or if you’ve been away from the game for a while, there’s good news. The film being produced by Polaroid over the last couple of years is more consistent than it has been for a long time.
9 Great Tools for Smartphone Filmmaking in 2022
In the last few years, I’ve found myself using my smartphone more and more as my video camera to capture life’s moments. On an actual shoot, it’s also not uncommon for me to use one as a b-camera. If that’s you as well, here are nine great tools to help improve your smartphone videography (and a bonus tip).