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Buying Guides

You’ve read all the reviews, but now you’re actually ready to buy something and need to make a decision. The Verge Buying Guides are here for you — these are our go-to recommendations for the ultimate question: which one do I buy? Our picks aren’t necessarily the best in every category, but they are the best choices for most people. We also aim to provide an alternative option if our main selection isn’t the right one for you. Buying Guides are updated as new products are released and tested, so be sure to check back frequently for new information.

The best projector for your home or apartment
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From budget to 4K, here are the best projectors to replace your TV

Alix Diaconis
The best smartwatch to buy for your iPhone

You know the answer

Dieter Bohn
The best note-taking apps for class, work, and life

Nothing is perfect

Dieter Bohn
The best wireless charger to buy right now

Power up

Chaim Gartenberg
The best GPS communicator to buy for your next adventure

Don’t get stranded

Brent Rose
The best microphones to start podcasting with

Plug in and get your pod on

Andru Marino
The best VPN to use to protect your privacy

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Sorting through the mess of VPN apps

Shannon Liao
The best hardware security keys for two-factor authentication

Keep your virtual life secure with a physical key

Stefan Etienne
The best tablet you can buy right now

As we pick the best tablet, we’re focusing on the “tablet things” that most people want to do with a tablet. It should be good for watching video, playing games, and reading. It should also be thin, light, and have a battery that lasts long enough that you don’t have to worry about it dying on your commute.

Dieter Bohn
The best streaming TV apps
Chris Welch
The best music streaming service

Popular music streaming services compared

Stefan Etienne
The best email app for iOS and Android

You’ve got mail

Chaim Gartenberg
The best home security system you can install yourself

Secure your home without breaking the bank

Dan Seifert
The best battery packs for carrying everywhere and charging everything

An essential item that belongs in your bag

Chris Welch
The best electric skateboard
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It’s Boosted vs. the world

Sean O'Kane
The best gaming laptops you can buy right now

Gaming laptops are much better now

Stefan Etienne
The best indoor home security camera you can buy
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Security cameras get smart

Nick Statt
The best mini projector to take on the go
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The best USB-C hub for your new laptop
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Welcome to the dongle

Chaim Gartenberg
The best to-do list app right now

Get the app and then get things done

Casey Newton
The best drone you can buy right now

The right pick for pros, beginners, or adrenaline junkies

Ben Popper
The best TV streaming stick for under $50
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Get your stream on for cheap

Lauren Goode
The best calendar app for Android
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And the strange ones you’ll find along the way

Jacob Kastrenakes
The best calendar app for iPhone
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Fantastic apps and where to find them

Jacob Kastrenakes
The best smart lights you can buy
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Lumos Maxima

Jacob Kastrenakes
The best universal remote you can buy
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Drop the circus clown act and stop juggling remotes

Dan Seifert
The best turntable you can buy
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Let your vinyl sing

Chris Welch
The best mirrorless camera you can buy for $1,000
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Your phone’s got nothing on these

Dan Seifert
The best action camera you can buy
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Capturing the crazy times

Sean O'Kane
The best fitness app for iPhone
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It’s more than just step counting

Liam James
The best fitness app for Android
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Do more than just count your steps

Liam James
The best coffee maker you can buy
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Get buzzin’

Michael Zelenko
The best coffee maker you can buyThe best coffee maker you can buy
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The best podcast app for Android
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Get poddin’

Chris Welch
The best podcast app for the iPhone
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Pod racing

Chris Welch
The best keyboard for your iPad
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A little help for when you need to Get Stuff Done

Dieter Bohn
The best cheap smartphone you can buy
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Saving money doesn’t mean missing out

Dan Seifert
The best stylus for the iPad
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If you’re using your finger, you blew it

Jacob Kastrenakes
The best keyboard for Android
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Keyboards for happy thumbs

Dan Seifert