The hot air behind Congress’ social media subpoenas

Our 22 favorite desk accessories for a more organized and comfy workplace

Enlarge / Your home office can always use some sprucing up, especially when it’s your main place of work. (credit: Corey Gaskin) Recently, I’ve gotten really into ergonomics. Since the pandemic—and after a spate of injuries from poor posture, bad habits, and the general lack of body awareness—the importance of a comfortable workspace has become […]

5G airwave bids soar past $76 billion to set auction record

Bidding in a 5G airwaves auction in the U.S. surged past $76.5 billion, fueled by a frenzied demand for capacity that could send carriers like Verizon and AT&T to the debt market to finance the tab. The auction run by the Federal Communications Commission started last month with a field of 57 potential bidders, including the third […]

Rad Power’s RadWagon 4: A great e-bike at a surprisingly low price

Author and daughter, enjoying a leisurely afternoon ride on the RadWagon 4. [credit: Jim Salter ] Rad Power RadWagon 4 $1899 at Rad Power Bikes (Ars Technica may earn compensation for sales from links on this post through affiliate programs.) The Salter household is very much a bicycling household, so when Rad Power offered me […]