Brad Moon
Editor Computing solutions
I’m a long-time electronics and gadget geek who’s been fortunate enough to enjoy a career that lets me indulge this interest. I have been writing about technology for several decades for a wide range of outlets including Wired, Gizmodo, Lifehacker, MSN, About.com, Kiplinger, and GeekDad. I’m in my 10th year as a senior contributor for Forbes with a focus on reviewing music-related tech, Apple gear, battery power stations and other consumer electronics. My day job is with the Malware Research Center at AI-native cybersecurity pioneer CrowdStrike.
I’m a long-time electronics and gadget geek who’s been fortunate enough to enjoy a career that lets me indulge this interest. I have been writing about technology for several decades for a wide range of outlets including Wired, Gizmodo, Lifehacker, MSN, About.com, Kiplinger, and GeekDad. I’m in my 10th year as a senior contributor for Forbes with a focus on reviewing music-related tech, Apple gear, battery power stations and other consumer electronics. My day job is with the Malware Research Center at AI-native cybersecurity pioneer CrowdStrike.
Security software can take the worry out of using your computer
There is an assumption made by many people that with modern operating systems like macOS and Windows 10, the need for security software goes out the window. Unfortunately, that isn’t the case. The cyber bad guys have upped their game. But installing security software can take the worry out of using your computer.
The Google Shop at Best Buy: get hands on with Google gear
The new Google Shop, which just launched at Best Buy in Mississauga isn’t just a visual spectacle. It is absolutely the best way to experience Google’s products, hands-on, in a comfortable environment and with Google Guides on hand to answer any questions.
Google Shop Launches at Best Buy in Mississauga Heartland Town Centre
If you live in the Toronto area, the newly launched Google Shop is easy to reach at Best Buy in the Heartland Town Centre. There were also Google Shops launched in Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary.
Is Wi-Fi the coolest tech gift this season?
There is no shortage of cool, high tech gear with excellent gift-giving potential. But with so many devices being connected, Wi-Fi just may be the coolest tech gift of all this season. It makes everything else better.
Microsoft NFL Special Edition Type Covers perfect for Surface Pro football superfans
It’s fall and that doesn’t just mean raking leaves and pumpkin spice lattes. It also means football. If you’re a football fan and happen to own a Microsoft Surface Pro 4 (or Surface Pro 3), Microsoft has the perfect way to show off your fandom: the NFL Special Edition Type Cover case.
Microsoft shows off new Surface Studio, Windows 10 Creators Update
Microsoft just wrapped up its event in New York. Look for an emphasis on creativity when Windows 10 Creators Update arrives in the spring, with a push into 3D and augmented reality creation. But the star of this show was the Surface Studio, an incredible new all-in-one PC. Here’s what you need to know about Microsoft’s big announcements.
Mobile computing in style: 5 laptops that make an impression
Laptop design has come a very long way in the past decade or so. There are still plenty of relatively boring looking black or grey plastic boxes. But manufacturers have pushed the envelope to release cutting edge new designs that are thinner, more elegant and more eye-popping than ever. I’ve put together a list of five that really stand...
ASUS Zenbook 4K review: premium look and a stunning display
I had a chance to review the ASUS ZenBook 4K laptop and if you love 4K than this is certainly a machine for you.
Should your next family computer be a laptop or desktop?
With increasingly powerful laptops and ever-shrinking desktop PCs, the age-old question of laptop or desktop can be as confusing as ever. Should your next family computer be a laptop or desktop? I’ll try to help you decide which is the best choice for your situation.
ASUS Eeebook E402S review: compact, budget-friendly Windows 10 netbook/laptop
ASUS Eeebook E402S Initial Impressions
Frankly, I wasn’t expecting a whole lot when I unboxed the ASUS Eeebook E402S. After all, this is a laptop (a netbook, really) that costs about as much as my last iPad did. Manufacturers have to do a lot of trimming to get the selling price of a laptop down that low, and the wrong choices...