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The EQUIP desk covers business travel software, travel booking systems, corporate T&E platforms, and the gear an executive actually uses — from carry-on to eSIM. Editorial buyer's guides and comparisons below.
How to evaluate Navan, TravelPerk, Concur, Spotnana, and the rest.
Where the intelligent booking layer earns its keep.
Carry-on, premium hard cases, and the executive kit.
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Apple will launch Apple Intelligence in China with iOS 27.3, the company announced on its Chinese newsroom website, as reported by MacRumors. The Apple Intelligence features will be available first in an iOS 27.3 beta that's set to launch on November 4th, with a full iOS 27.3 release scheduled for December. This launch doesn't bring […]
Google’s latest smartwatch packs great new health and fitness features, and it’s already on sale ahead of Black Friday.
OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Anthropic say they will adopt a new standard that publishers can use to opt out of being scraped by AI, as reported earlier by Search Engine Roundtable. With this control, publishers can apply their AI training preferences across multiple AI companies, instead of setting them individually. The shared "policy token" signal […]
Two new looks give the Mountain Light undeniable streetwear vibes.
Save, maximize and earn points and miles on various travel purchases this November
Holiday gifts, flights, and household bills can swallow a year-end bonus before you’ve picked out anything for yourself. Cover those first. If there’s still room for a treat, a mechanical watch gives you something to enjoy every day, without adding…
Akai teased its new MPC Sample Key on Instagram earlier this week, and said it plans to open-source its software so the modding community can hack it to their hearts' delight. While there's no word yet on when the device will launch or how much it will cost, The Verge has received exclusive images of […]
The retailer has announced two new limited-edition options inbound for its ever-popular U.S. General Mini.
Knowing when to apply for a card is important so you can get the most rewards possible for your spending. Here's a deep dive into Chase's United Airlines cards.
Asked about supply chain shortages, like the ongoing RAM shortage, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in an interview that it's "terrible" to have RAM in personal PCs instead of data centers. During his appearance on the Cheeky Pint podcast, where he also commented on AI's impact on math, Altman said: "A lot of people want […]
A steep discount across the board.
Snap is now the only defendant in the case.
A pocket knife that works from either hand needs more than a clip you can swap. You also need to reach the opening control and release the lock without working around a handle built for your other hand. The CIVIVI…
The Blue Oval has teamed up with A Cut Above Buckles on a new Truckle design that brings apex-level energy.
The beta feature makes it easier to stay on top of reports and account strikes.
United Airlines will exit Tulum International Airport in January, the latest blow for the new terminal. But the carrier is adding two more San Francisco routes.
Pocket knives are handy until their edges go dull. If you’d rather swap blades than sharpen them, Outdoor Edge has two compact options: the RazorEDC Lite 2.5 and RazorMini 2.2. Both use RazorSafe, so you can replace a compatible blade…
The brand introduced the new flagship headphones a little over a year ago. They've never been this affordable.
The Atmos Ascent and Summit differ sharply on fees and perks. See which card makes more sense for the way you travel.
Despite good initial hardware, the Googlebook OS still needs a lot of work.
This one feature brings it closer to the Royal Oak than ever before.
The British audio maker claims it's the first of its kind to be able to send and receive CD-quality audio over Bluetooth.
With some help from his Navy SEALs friends.
The automaker has revisited the Woodland edition trim with a more aggressive look and a broader application.
The Federal Trade Commission is looking into whether airlines are using personalized pricing tactics. It's not the first time these concerns have bubbled up.
Google's AI chip-equipped satellite has generated its first response from space. In a blog post on Friday, Google says it successfully booted up the satellite's Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), allowing the on-board Gemma 4 model to follow through on a prompt to create a haiku about being in space: Blue marble below Data streams in […]
The site's data is reportedly intact, but the cause of the outage is still unknown.
October’s audio lineup covers a CD player with Bluetooth, speakers from $59, a $499 turntable, 40-gram wireless headphones, and open-ear earbuds. Fosi’s DISC Nano brings CDs into a wireless setup, while Cambridge Audio’s Spira pairs its turntable with a built-in…
A Vibram outsole and ripstop upper give this Air Force 1 an outdoorsy edge for those looking to save this season.
During an hourlong earnings call last night, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe spent less time talking about the production ramp of the all-important R2 SUV than he did hyping the company's still-unproven autonomous vehicle ambitions. But the company faces a crucial test later this year, when it rolls out its point-to-point hands-free driving feature - first […]
Starbucks could eventually show you a personalized digital menu when you pull up to the drive-thru. During an earnings call on Thursday, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol said the company is going to explore "experiences that recognize participating customers as they arrive, present personalized digital menus, and make payment more effortless," as spotted earlier by More […]
The iPhone has more screens! The MacBook has a touchscreen! The HomeView does CarPlay apps! For the first time in a long time, Apple is in a period of unabashed gadget experimentation, and while the final results aren't always perfect, it's fun to watch the most successful product maker try some new things again. Even […]
This minimalist watch eschews the typical vintage racing-inspired aesthetics for something incredibly modern and sleek.
Apple's $2,000 folding phone is a surprisingly good stand-in for a $20 notebook. Believe me; nothing gets me going quite like a new notebook. This one will be different, I think. This time, I really will take it everywhere. Inspiration can strike at any moment, and you have to be ready, says David Sedaris in […]
When last released, the American audio brand says it sold out in three weeks.
Modern smart TVs let you skip the streaming device, which is convenient, but they also come with their own issues, including privacy concerns and frequent updates. The Vizio Mini LED Quantum TV lets you cut out the rigamarole and just get straight to the HDMI ports. And right now, it’s discounted at Walmart, with the […]
Learn how to earn an IHG annual lounge membership through Milestone Rewards, which hotels offer lounge access and whether the benefit is worth choosing.
Most car-branded watches lean on racing stripes and a badge. The Mazda x Seiko BF9504 goes the other way: it reads like a Seiko chronograph that happens to know a lot about Mazda interiors. That restraint is the whole pitch,…
Built for life beyond the outlet: from your favorite trail to a remote campsite, the INIU RG‑10000 packs real fast-charging speed into a compact package.
Waymo announced today that it will use Toyota bZ4X electric vehicles that are assembled in Japan for a robotaxi service in Tokyo. The news builds on the strategic partnership between Waymo and Toyota which was first announced in April 2025. The robotaxis will be built entirely under one roof at Toyota's Takaoka plant in Toyota […]
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