Google Ads Search Terms Report Shows Best Approximation Of User’s Intent
Google at some point added a section to this Google Ads document explaining that because of all the new Google AI search features, like Lens, AI Mode, AI Overviews, or auto-complete searches – the search terms report now may show keywords that “represents the best approximation of the user’s intent.”
Google Ads Teases New Dashboards Powered By Gemini
Google posted a tease for Google Marketing Live where Google Ads will be announcing new dashboards powered by Gemini. Google wrote on X, “Tired of manual reporting? Introducing Dashboards built with Gemini capabilities.”
Google Discover Performance Report Missing Data May 7 & May 8
Google had yet another Search Console reporting bug, this time with the Discover performance report. Between May 7, 2026 and May 8, 2026, Google confirmed a data logging issue that can result in the report showing fewer clicks and impressions. It is a reporting issue only and not a Discover ranking issue.
New Smart Bands Are Coming, and Whoop Is Scared
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I flagged smart bands as one of the tech trends of 2026, based on what I was seeing, so it’s interesting to watch the rollout of the Fitbit Air and the buzz around the (still unconfirmed) Garmin Cirqa. Whoop, which has long been the undisputed […]
Google Just Announced a New Laptop Platform Called ‘Googlebooks’
Chromebooks have been a major success for Google, but they have their limits. While they’re great for school and light work (especially if you’re all-in on Google), they aren’t necessarily the best choice for more intense or professional computer work. For that, people often turn to two main platforms: Mac or PC. It seems Google […]
10 Shows Like ‘Paradise’ You Should Watch Next
We may earn a commission from links on this page. In Dan Fogelman’s Paradise, we’re apparently in an affluent suburban town in which everything looks fairly tidy. It’s the home of Sterling K. Brown’s Xavier Collins, a widower and secret service agent, which would be more impressive if the president he’d been serving (James Marsden) […]
What People Are Getting Wrong This Week: The ‘Missing Scientists’ Conspiracy Theory
This story seems straight out of a Hollywood thriller: Up to a dozen scientists working on some of the U.S.’s most advanced and sensitive aerospace and nuclear programs have disappeared or died in mysterious ways over the last five years. The FBI is working with the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, and local […]
Spotify Is Down
If you tried to launch Spotify today to listen to a song or a podcast, only to find the player endlessly loading, you’re not alone: Spotify is down. The company confirmed the issue on X via its “Spotify Support” page, posting “We’re aware of some issues right now with the app and are checking them […]
Garmin Just Launched Two New Running Watches
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Garmin has unveiled two new entry-level running watches: the Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170. Both are available starting May 15, 2026, priced at $249.99 and $299.99 respectively, with a Forerunner 170 Music edition coming in at $349.99. Right off the bat, the big selling points […]
This Tiny Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker Is on Sale for $32
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’re in the market for a portable Bluetooth speaker that still doesn’t skimp on the bass, the Tribit StormBox Mini+ speaker is a rugged option built for outdoor use. It’s earned a PCMag […]
10 Hacks Every Microsoft Outlook User Should Know
Outlook is among the best Gmail alternatives for most people. Microsoft’s email service is free and has a bunch of features that Gmail does not. At the same time, there are some shared features you’ll likely want to use if you’re coming from Gmail—they’re just not enabled by default. I’ve been using Outlook’s email service […]
This Mac App Will Demystify Your Tangle of Cables
Understanding cable tech can be hard at times—harder than it should be, really—and weighing the pros and cons of a new gadget is complicated enough without having to know the differences between HDMI 2.1 and HDMI 2.2, or the reason some USB-C ports are also Thunderbolt ports. Help is at hand, though: WhatCable does a […]
How to Remove a Tick Without Touching It
We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you find a tick on yourself, it’s totally normal to want to climb out of your skin and burn it and live your life with your bones and muscles on display. Since I wasn’t able to do that the last time I tried, I’m […]
Google’s Second-Gen Wired Doorbell Is Under $100 Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Google’s second-generation wired Nest Doorbell is down to $97.99 on Woot, a steep drop from its usual $179.99 price. That undercuts Amazon’s current price for a new unit by more than $80, and even […]
