Ian PaulContributor, TechHive
Ian is an independent writer based in Israel who has never met a tech subject he didn't like. He primarily covers Windows, PC and gaming hardware, video and music streaming services, social networks, and browsers. When he's not covering the news he's working on how-to tips for PC users, or tuning his eGPU setup.
Amazon, Best Buy, and Staples have knocked $50 off the Echo
The Amazon Echo is already back on sale.
Best Buy is currently selling the HDHomeRun Connect for $70
If you want a TV tuner for cord cutting, today's a good day to pick one up.
Newegg is offering a four-port USB hub for free today (after rebate)
Newegg has slashed prices on some of its Rosewill accessories down to $0. That is, if you file the rebates.
Amazon has unveiled an early peek of Prime Day deals
Amazon is chumming the waters with a sneak peek at deals starting tonight, like a $90 Amazon Echo and $50 off the August Smart Lock.
How—and why—you should use a VPN any time you hop on the internet
Surfing the web through a virtual private network ensures that your online activities are both private and secure.
NordVPN review: A great choice for Netflix fans, but who's running the show?
NordVPN has good performance, great features, and suits novices and power users alike. But who is running the show down there?
The Nest Thermostat is $50 off at multiple retailers right now
Amazon, Best Buy, Google, and B&H are selling the Nest at a sub-$200 price.
Amazon Prime Day returns with longer sales and even more deals
For its third year, Amazon Prime Day begins the evening of Monday, July 10 and lasts through July 11th. The retailer will also offer special deals during the lead up to its summer shopping blowout.
Amazon's Echo has dropped to an all-time low of $130
You can pick-up a black or white Amazon Echo for $50 off on Amazon and Best Buy today.
Mullvad review: The VPN that doesn't want to get to know you
Mullvad VPN is an excellent VPN service, but it won't win any awards for interface design.
Private Internet Access review: A solid VPN with a reputation for protecting user data
Private Internet Access doesn't have a pretty interface, but this no-frills VPN gets the job done at a good price.
Amazon is offering two free months of Music Unlimited to new subscribers
Music streaming services are great. If you'd like to try one, Amazon is offering two months for free right now.
Newegg is selling a pure sine wave UPS for just $125 right now
The CyberPower GX1325U should protect your devices and keep them on when the power goes out—yes, even desktop systems with a finicky PSU.
Dish teams up with Amazon Echo's Alexa to let you channel surf hands-free
Dish subscribers can now turn their television experience into a lean back, hands-free experience—if they have the right Amazon Echo device, that is.
Google Assistant can now control GE, iRobot, LG, and D-Link devices
More devices are integrating with Google Assistant, and thus Google Home, as the battle for the smart home continues.