After Struggling With EVs, US Automakers Pivot to Energy

Ford and GM are backing away from electric vehicles and moving into the battery storage business. And it all comes back to AI.

Cybercriminal Twins Caught After They Forgot to Turn Off Microsoft Teams Recording

Plus: Instructure’s Canvas ransomware debacle comes to a close, an alleged dark net market kingpin gets arrested, OpenAI workers fall victim to a supply chain attack, and more.

How to Control Everything on Your Phone With Your Voice (iOS and Android)

Go fully hands-free with these tips for Android and iOS.

Old Oil and Gas Wells Could Find Second Life Producing Clean Energy

States across the US are looking to take major sources of pollution and use them to generate much-needed power.

Trump’s Federal Gas Tax Holiday Isn’t Likely to Bring Down Prices

Reducing the fee will only have a marginal impact on prices while depriving the government of revenue to maintain roads.

Build a Radio Wave Detector With Balls of Aluminum Foil!

Here’s how you can hack together a radio transmitter and receiver out of stuff you have at home—and explore the weirdness of wireless.

The 5 Best Outdoor Griddles and Flat Top Grills (2026)

A big backyard griddle can change a summer. I made dozens of tacos, burgers, and pancakes to find the best setup.

Centris 2 Folding Ebike Review: Compact, Sturdy, Budget-Friendly

The budget-friendly Centris 2 ebike can fit the back seat of a car and has narrow handlebars for miles of easy riding—until it needs a recharge, that is.

Gantri’s 3D-Printed Lamps Are Going Wireless

In a partnership with design firm Ammunition, the lamp company is taking its lights wireless.

Klipsch the Fives II Speakers Review for Music, Movies, More (2026)

These bookshelf speakers are excellent for music playback, but you’ll want to stick with a soundbar for theater-shaking surround sound.