Dave LeClair
Dave LeClair is the Senior News Editor for Tom's Guide, keeping his finger on the pulse of all things technology. He loves taking the complicated happenings in the tech world and explaining why they matter. Whether Apple is announcing the next big thing in the mobile space or a small startup advancing generative AI, Dave will apply his experience to help you figure out what's happening and why it's relevant to your life.
Before Tom's Guide, Dave worked for publications like PCMag, Pocket-lint, MUO, How-To Geek, Digital Trends, and others. He started writing about technology professionally for MUO in 2011 and hasn't looked back since. In addition to news, you can find reviews, how-to pieces, shopping guides, and many other types of content with Dave's name attached.
Latest articles by Dave LeClair
Samsung Unpacked hardware announcements just leaked in full — here's what to expect
By Dave LeClair published
Samsung is preparing for its next Unpacked event, and the company will show off watches, rings, phones, and more.
Live video translation is coming to Microsoft Edge — what you can do with it
By Dave LeClair published
Microsoft is adding a new feature to Edge that will translate and dub videos from YouTube, LinkedIn, Coursera, and more.
Acer Swift 14 AI laptop unveiled with Snapdragon X power — here's your first look
By Dave LeClair published
Acer is releasing the powerful Swift 14 AI Laptop with a Snapdragon X Series chip powering it, and it packs lots of AI performance and a solid battery life rating.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch FE listings just appeared ahead of launch
By Dave LeClair published
A new leak suggests Samsung is preparing to release a Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch FE in the near future.
ChatGPT-4o Google Drive integration is rolling out — here’s how it works
By Dave LeClair published
OpenAi announced Google Drive and OneDrive integration into its popular ChatGPT-4o platform, and now it's rolling out.
Epic Games is giving away ‘Dragon Age: Inquisition’ for free — how to claim yours
By Dave LeClair published
Epic is giving away the fantastic Dragon Age: Inquisition to PC players for the low price of free. Here's how to get it.
I used the GolfShot app for Apple Watch to analyze my swing — and I'm surprised by what I learned
By Dave LeClair published
The GolfShot app for Apple Watch added practice tools, you can learn a lot about your golf swing while at the driving range.
GPT-4o pricing: Do you have to pay to get access?
By Dave LeClair published
OpenAI launched GPT-4o and it's left everyone wondering how much it costs. We have the answers.
Samsung slams Apple iPad ad: ‘Creativity cannot be crushed’
By Dave LeClair published
After Apple's iPad ad lead to an online uproar, Samsung is piling on with a commercial of its own.
New leak shows Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is still on the way
By Dave LeClair published
A new leak suggests the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is still coming, though the company is taking its time announcing it.
Google will use AI to help you detect a scam call as it's happening
By Dave LeClair published
Google announced a new AI feature at I/O that detects when a conversation could be a scam and alerts you.
Gemini 1.5 Pro update is coming with a new app and live conversation features
By Dave LeClair published
Google showed off a new Gemini app and Gemini Live conversation features for Gemini 1.5 Pro at Google I/O 2024.
ChatGPT is coming to all Nothing audio products, but you will need a Nothing phone, too
By Dave LeClair published
Nothing is going all-in on ChatGPT integration for its audio products, but you will need one of its phones.
Google just answered GPT-4o with Gemini demo that’s conversational and uses video
By Dave LeClair last updated
The race for AI dominance is in full swing, and Google and OpenAI appear to be in front as Google just countered GPT-4o with its own impressive demo.
OpenAI confirms ChatGPT event for today — 'feels like magic'
By Dave LeClair last updated
The next OpenAI event has been confirmed, but it looks like the search engine isn't on the agenda.
OpenAI just launched ChatGPT-4o with powerful voice assistant and vision features
By Dave LeClair published
OpenAI is pushing GPT-4o to the masses with some impressive new features.
Cheaper Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 could be canceled — here’s the latest
By Dave LeClair published
Reports have suggested Samsung is working on a cheaper version of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 foldable, but new evidence suggests the company appears to be killing those plans.
Apple pulls new iPad ad following backlash and issues apology
By Dave LeClair last updated
Apple's stylish iPad Pro ad seemed innocent enough at first, but it's causing some pretty serious uproar online.
Nintendo Switch 2 rumor just revealed specs and potential release window
By Dave LeClair published
A bunch of Nintendo Switch 2 leaks have emerged with all kinds of potential details about the next console.
First iPad Pro M4 benchmarks revealed — here’s how fast the tablet is
By Dave LeClair published
Apple announced the M4-powered iPad Pro to much fanfare, and now the first benchmarks on the device are out.
Sonos Ace wireless headphones leak in full — watch out, AirPods Max
By Dave LeClair published
Sonos, a brand synonymous with connected speakers, is entering the headphone space with the Sonos Ace, and the device just leaked in full.
Apple announces Apple Pencil Pro with barrel roll and squeeze capabilities
By Dave LeClair published
Apple announced a new, more expensive Apple Pencil with barrel roll and squeeze features that offer extra flexibility.
Surprise! Hades II early access release means you can play now on Steam
By Dave LeClair published
Seemingly out of nowhere, Hades II has launched on Steam in early access.
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