The best MacBook Air deals

M1 MacBook Air

The 2020 MacBook Air has been discontinued but remains a great value and is still easy to find on sale at some retailers. It comes outfitted with the company’s M1 chip in one of three different colors (silver, space gray, and gold).

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M2 MacBook Air

The 2022 MacBook Air is a thin, lightweight device powered by Apple’s M2 chip. The M2 model touts an improved 1080p webcam and a better display than its predecessor while retaining features like long battery life and MagSafe charging.

M3 MacBook Air

The MacBook Air M3 is a jack-of-all-trades, with a balanced combination of performance and power efficiency. It also now supports dual displays with the lid closed, and the storage speed is noticeably faster. You don’t need to think about if this laptop will meet your needs — it just will. Read our review.

The 15-inch MacBook Air is also equipped with Apple’s M3 chip. It features a larger display and better speaker array than the 13-inch MacBook Air M3. Read our review.

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The best MacBook Pro deals

M3 and M3 Pro MacBook Pro

Apple’s new entry-level model for the MacBook Pro line is now a 14-inch laptop powered by the new base M3 processor. It uses a similar design to the pricier 14-inch MacBook Pro with Apple’s Pro- / Max-series chips but is offered at a lower price with the similar ports and less RAM.

The new 14-inch MacBook Pro comes in a space black color and is configurable with either an M3 Pro or M3 Max chip. It looks a lot like the previous M2 generation, but spec-wise, the M3 Pro models start with a 12-core CPU, 18GB of RAM, and 512GB SSD.

The 16-inch MacBook Pro remains Apple’s largest laptop for creators and power users. The latest model includes a spec bump to the M3 Pro and M3 Max chips, with a claimed battery life of up to 22 hours, and is configurable with up to 128GB of RAM.

The best Mac Mini deals

The revised Mac Mini for 2023 starts at $599 for an M2-powered model with an eight-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB SSD. The Mini can also be had with the M2 Pro chip, 16GB of RAM, 512GB SSD, and a more robust port selection for $1,249.

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The Sun’s corona, its outermost atmospheric layer, holds the key to understanding solar activity, including phenomena like solar flares and space weather events. For decades, scientists have grappled with the challenge of measuring the Sun’s coronal magnetic field, as this field drives much of the energy that leads to solar eruptions.

Now, in a groundbreaking achievement, Professor Tian Hui’s research team from Peking University, in collaboration with international experts, has made the first conventional measurements of the global coronal magnetic field. Their findings, published in the journal Science (Volume 386, No 6717), offer new insights into the Sun’s magnetic activity over a period of eight months.

Even if you’re using one of the best wireless mice, heavy PC and laptop use can lead to wrist fatigue, wrist pain, and even conditions like carpal tunnel and repetitive strain injury. Although it’s hard to eliminate that problem entirely, you can massively improve your wrist health with a capable ergonomic mouse.

From vertical mice to trackballs, adaptive customizable designs, and more, here are the best ergonomic mice in 2024.

Logitech MX Master 3s

The best ergonomic mouse for most people

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Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse

Best ergonomic mouse for smaller hands

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Anker Wireless Vertical

Best ergonomic mouse for larger hands

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Microsoft Adaptive mouse

Best ergonomic mouse for accessibility

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Kensington Pro Fit Ergo TB550 Trackball

Best trackball mouse

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Logitech MX Vertical

The best vertical ergonomic mouse

Why you should buy this: Vertical mice give the most comfort long term, and this one is the best of the best.

Who it’s for: People who will be scrolling on a computer screen for most of their day.

Why we picked the Logitech MX Vertical:

Building off developments in its other ergonomic mice, Logitech’s MX Vertical is the company’s first real attempt at a tall mouse that tackles the problems commonly associated with long-term mousing discomfort. Logitech claims it can offer up to a 10% reduction in muscle strain with extended usage. While that sort of metric is hard to test accurately, we did find it supremely comfortable during our testing. Better yet, it’s intuitive and easy to get to grips with.

With a hefty but not overblown tilt angle of 57 degrees, the MX Vertical remains functional as an everyday mouse while still providing the benefits of a more ergonomic peripheral. Its natural wrist positioning forces you to rest your hand in a more conducive to long-term wrist health.

On top of all of its ergonomic features, this mouse looks good, too. Its combination of rubber and aluminum gives it a premium feel and finish that, for $100, feels well worth it to enjoy the benefits of ergonomic mousing. With wired and wireless options over Bluetooth (up to four months of battery life) and USB, it should work fine while you’re on the move or when tethered to a desk. Despite stiff competition, the Logitech MX Vertical steams ahead as the best ergonomic mouse you can buy today.

Logitech MX Vertical

The best vertical ergonomic mouse

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Logitech MX Master 3s

The best ergonomic mouse for most people

Why you should buy this: It’s a modern, comfortable ergonomic mouse.

Who it’s for: People who don’t want a vertical mouse, but still need something that is ergonomic.

Why we picked the Logitech MX Master 3s:

The Logitech MX Master 3s is very similar to the MX Master 3 in terms of appearances. However, the MX Master 3s stands out thanks to various enhancements. It features quieter left- and right-click buttons, an improved sensor with a broader CPI range of 8000Hz, and it utilizes Logitech’s latest USB Bolt Receiver, while the earlier MX Master 3 employs Logitech’s older Unifying USB Receiver.

The MX Master 3s is pretty durable and one of the best ergonomic mice on our list as it’s made of stainless steel, not the traditional rubber material. It even works with multiple PCs, Macs, and tablets thanks to a handy switch on the bottom. The best part about Logitech’s MX Master series is the MagSpeed electromagnetic scroll wheel that offers scroll speed of up to 1,000 lines per second for excellent accuracy. It comes with two modes — a magnetic jump-scrolling mode for better control and a free-spinning mode that offers smooth and near-silent scrolling. Charging is done via USB-C and Logitech claims standby battery backup of up to 70 days.

Logitech MX Master 3s

The best ergonomic mouse for most people

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Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse

Best ergonomic mouse for smaller hands

Why you should buy this: It’s a premium ergonomic mouse with a budget price tag.

Who it’s for: Those who love Logitech mice and want one designed specifically for good hand posture.

Why we picked the Logitech Lift:

The Lift is a mouse made for maximum comfort, a wireless model with a sculpted design made to help your hand rest in the most natural “handshake” position possible. It also manages to make room for six buttons total, including back/forward buttons and a middle click option. It’s also more affordable than other Logitech picks, making it a good choice for those who like the Logitech approach but would rather save money, too.

The optical sensor in the Lift has a 400 to 4000DPI range and is adjustable in 100DPI increments. It operates on a single AA battery that can last up to two years before it needs replacing. It’s also available in a left-handed version. The only downside worth noting here is that the mouse is specifically made for small and medium hands, so if your hands are on the larger side you may not find it a good fit.

Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse

Best ergonomic mouse for smaller hands

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Anker Wireless Vertical

Best ergonomic mouse for larger hands

Why you should buy this: If you need an alternative to the Logitech MX Vertical.

Who it’s for: Folks who want an accurate vertical mouse with a solid design.

Why we picked the Anker Wireless Vertical:

Your wrists don’t care how expensive an ergonomic mouse is, which can be a problem for those who don’t want to spend a lot of cash on a mouse replacement. Fortunately, Anker’s solution is a great vertical ergonomic model that’s as affordable a mouse as you can find. It offers options for 800, 1,200, or 1,600 DPI optical tracking that you can switch between to find the sensitivity that you like and includes built-in previous/next buttons for easy browsing — although they, like all five buttons on the mouse, can be mapped to different commands if you prefer.

While the Anker Wireless Vertical runs on two AAA batteries, it does help conserve battery life with a power-saving mode that it will enter after eight minutes without use. While we’re fans of the design and the price is amazing, we should note that this mouse is a bit large. If you have especially small hands, it might prove not easy to use. It’s also right-handed only.

Anker Wireless Vertical

Best ergonomic mouse for larger hands

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Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro

Best ergonomic mouse for gaming

Why you should buy this: If you’re a gamer in need of a comfortable palm-grip mouse, this is one of the best ergonomic options.

Who is it for: Gamers who need a nimble, sensitive mouse.

Why we picked the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro:

The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is one of the best and lightest ergonomic gaming mice. It has been designed with recommendations from top esports pros, and is said to be 25% lighter than its predecessor at just 63 grams. It is also one of the best palm grip-friendly mice, which makes for an extremely comfortable experience.

The mouse features Razer’s Focus Pro 30K Optical sensor with up to 30,000 DPI sensitivity (not that one would need such high sensitivity) that offers three levels of liftoff customization, 26 steps of asymmetrical cutoff and the ability to track on glass (at least 4 mm thick). Besides that, you get up to a 4000Hz polling rate, high-quality optical switches for speedy inputs, PTFE feet for smoother operation, and the option to add grip tape for ultimate control.

Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro

Best ergonomic mouse for gaming

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Microsoft Adaptive mouse

Best ergonomic mouse for accessibility

Why you should buy this: It’s customizable for a wide range of mobilities and capabilities.

Who it’s for: Those with limited mobility or specific input needs that can’t be addressed by traditional mice.

Why we picked the Microsoft Adaptive Mouse:

The Microsoft Adaptive Mouse is, by itself, a tiny, capable mouse that’s great for travel and can be configured to offer multiple functions for each button, depending on how long you hold them down. The real selling point of this design, though, is how well it interacts with additional accessories and 3D-printed extras. You can add a larger mouse body to it, or add a range of options that adapt this mouse to the shape and design that you need.

Everyone’s mobility is different, and if you have specific needs for how a mouse should be shaped or interacted with, this mouse can be customized to make it comfortable and effective for you. You can print the accessories yourself, or purchase them through a third-party printing company. That does mean added expense andthe need to tweak and play around with this mouse to get the right feel and design for you, but the potential is there for this mouse to be a useful tool for just about anyone with specific ergonomic and mobility needs.

Microsoft Adaptive mouse

Best ergonomic mouse for accessibility

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Kensington Pro Fit Ergo TB550 Trackball

Best trackball mouse

Why you should buy this: It offers comfortable trackball control.

Who it’s for: Trackball veterans, or those who want to switch from wrist to thumb controls for their mouse.

Why we picked the Kengsington Pro Fit Ergo TB550:

Trackballs aren’t for everyone, but if you like them, or are keen to try controlling your mouse pointer with your thumb rather than your wrist, the Kensington Pro Fit Ergo TB550 is a great option. It has a comfortable, ergonomic design — though only for right-handed users — and the trackball is large and easy to control with your thumb. There’s a finger-control version, too, but the design is quite different.

This is a wireless mouse with a built-in rechargeable battery that should last for a few months at a time (Kensington rates it at four months). It works over Bluetooth or with the 2.4GHz wireless dongle, and you can use it while plugged in with a wired, too, so that you can use it while it recharges.

There are five buttons, giving you lots of control options, and they can be remapped in the included software. The only real downside is the sensor’s sensitivity is limited to 1,600 DPI. That’s less of a problem with a trackball, but does mean super fast movements aren’t quite as easy to achieve.

Kensington Pro Fit Ergo TB550 Trackball

Best trackball mouse

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Contour Design Unimouse

Best adjustable mouse

Why you should buy this: It’s one of the most adjustable mice you can find.

Who it’s for: Users who need just the right position to avoid pain.

Why we picked the Contour Design Unimouse:

If you have wrist pain, joint issues, arthritis in your fingers, or similar problems, it may be hard to find just the right grip to avoid pain. Contour Design has a solution for you – a mouse that’s fully adjustable, allowing you to choose the angle of the grip and position of your thumb until you find something that works.

The innovative design isn’t the only impressive thing here, either: The mouse has 10 cursor speed options and six programmable buttons. If you haven’t had much success with ergonomic mice in the past, it may be a good idea to try one that allows you to customize the position so easily.

Contour Design Unimouse

Best adjustable mouse

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are you also a bit of a gamer? Check out our guide to the best gaming mice. There are some ergonomic options there, too.

Donald Trump’s crypto project, World Liberty Financial, published a 13-page document on Thursday, describing its mission, how tokens can be allocated, and indicating that the Republican presidential nominee and his family could take home 75% of net revenue.

In what it calls the “World Liberty Gold Paper,” WLF said the Trump family will receive 22.5 billion “$WLFI” tokens, currently valued at $337.5 million, based on the price of 1.5 cents per token at launch this week.

Trump, who’s in a virtual dead heat with Vice President Kamala Harris as the election reaches its closing stages, has spent months pumping his crypto project, previously branding it as “The DeFiant Ones,” a play on DeFi, short for decentralized finance.

On Tuesday, the project launched the WLFI token and said in a roadmap that it was looking to raise $300 million at a $1.5 billion valuation in its initial sale. As of Thursday, only $12.9 million worth of the token have been sold, according to its website.

The paper released on Thursday shows that Trump and his family assume no liability. It indicates that none of them are directors, employees, managers or operators of WLF or its affiliates, and said the project and the tokens “are not political and have no affiliation with any political campaign.”

Neither WLF nor the Trump campaign immediately responded to a request for comment.

Crypto projects typically release white papers before they launch their coins, offering a guide so that investors can learn more about the mission, goals and how future tokens get allocated. WLF’s paper says that a Delaware-based company named DT Marks DEFI LLC, which is connected to the former president, is set to receive three-quarters of the net protocol revenues.

WLF bills itself as a crypto bank where customers will be encouraged to borrow, lend and invest in digital coins. The document released Thursday defines net protocol revenue as income to WLF from “any source, including without limitation platform use fees, token sale proceeds, advertising or other sources of revenue, after deduction of agreed expenses and reserves for WLF’s continued operations.”

Some $30 million of the the initial revenue is earmarked to be held in a reserve intended to cover operating expenses and other financial obligations.

The remaining 25% of net protocol revenue is set to go to Axiom Management Group, or AMG, a Puerto Rico LLC wholly owned by Chase Herro and Zachary Folkman, two of the co-founders.

Folkman previously had a company called Date Hotter Girls and reportedly helped develop crypto project Dough Finance. Herro worked on Dough and launched another crypto trading business a decade ago called Pacer Capital, which appears to now be defunct.

AMG has agreed to allocate half of its rights to net protocol revenues to a third LLC called WC Digital Fi, which is an affiliate of Trump’s close friend and political donor, Steve Witkoff, as well as to “certain of his family members.” Witkoff’s son, Zachary, is also listed as one of the co-founders of the project.

Folkman previously said just 20% of WLF’s tokens would be allotted to the founding team, which includes the Trump family. The paper spells out the breakdown of anticipated coin allocation, with 35% of total supply allocated to the token sale, 32.5% to community growth and incentives, 30% to initial support allocation, and 2.5% to team and advisors.

The document specifies in the fine print that these “anticipated token distribution amounts are subject to change.” It’s unclear which categories include Trump and his family.

The paper calls Trump the “chief crypto advocate.” His three sons are all “Web3 ambassadors.”

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The Circle to Search is an amazing feature that allows searching for information about visual elements you see on the web just by circling it. Initially, the feature made it to the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Google Pixel 8, and Pixel 8 Pro. However, the feature has been slowly moving towards smartphones from other brands too. Now, it seems Motorola is also joining the party by bringing the Circle to Search feature to its phones.

Motorola announces the Circle to Search feature is coming to its phones

Last week, Motorola announced that its smartphones will be getting the Circle to Search feature. In the announcement post, Motorola explains how the features work which isn’t a mystery as of now. A part of Motorola’s announcement reads “Imagine being able to search for something without having to switch between apps. That’s exactly what Circle to Search offers — a new way to search on select Motorola smartphones with a simple gesture.”

Once available, Motorola phone users will be able to highlight, scribble, tap, or circle the element seen on the web to get additional information about it. The best part is you don’t have to leave an app for the same. Let’s say, you end you seeing a sneaker put on by your favorite YouTube influencer in one of their videos.

In this case, you can simply trigger the Circle to Search feature and scribble around that pair of shoes to get more information about it, that too without leaving the app. Handy, right? In short, this AI feature lets you search for anything that you see on your mobile screen.

There’s no information on when and which Motorola phones will get this feature

To our surprise, the company hasn’t announced when exactly Circle to Search comes to Motorola phones. We also don’t know which Android phones from Motorola will get it first. Since other brands have limited the rollout of the Circle to Search feature to some of their high-end phones, we expect Motorola to do the same.

Therefore, you can expect to see the feature on the 2024 Motorola Razr foldable initially. All in all, it seems brands are cashing in to the AI hype going on all around the world. Last month only, Xiaomi launched a smartphone with Circle to Search. Moreover, Honor also plans to bring the feature to some of its high-end phones.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) could go all the way with a proposed fine against ESPN.

The proposal calls for a penalty of $146,976 against ESPN for violating the Emergency Alert System (EAS) rules when the network aired ads to promote the 2023-2024 NBA season. The FCC said the tones were used “in the absence of an actual emergency.”

The offending ads contained the unauthorized EAS tune and were aired six times from October 20 to 24, 2023. Several complaints were filed on October 20 about the TV spots. The cable network admitted in response to a letter of inquiry that it used the EAS attention signals in the ads.

ESPN will have an opportunity to respond to the proposed fine. The Commission will examine all the evidence and legal arguments surrounding the alleged illegal tone use before making a final decision on the matter.

This is the third time the network misused an emergency tone on air. The FCC issued a $1.12 million fine as part of a forfeiture order in 2015 when ESPN used EAS tones a total of 13 times across three of its cable networks. ESPN violated EAS tone usage rules a second time during an airing of one of its 30 for 30 documentaries Roll Tide/War Eagle, leading to a $20,000 fine in 2021.