Scott Younker
Scott Younker is the West Coast Reporter at Tom’s Guide. He covers all the latest tech news, including phones, computing and more. He’s been involved in tech since 2011 covering everything from cameras and swimming pool equipment to the latest gaming consoles and smart TVs. He is on a seemingly never ending hunt to build the easiest to use home media system.
Before Tom’s Guide, Scott worked for publications like Digital Trends, Outdoor Photographer, Dead Beats Panel, and in a brief detour, America’s Funniest Home Videos. Yes, he has seen more pratfalls, silly pets and ridiculous home movie fails than is reasonably healthy.
When not writing about the latest devices or advances in chipsets, be sure to ask about Scott about disc golf and sustainability, or just if you’re being cheeky, ask about his noodle arm. If you truly want to get nerdy, bring up board games and his ongoing losing streak.
Scott joined Tom's Guide in 2024 as the West Coast Reporter. He graduated from the School of Journalism at the University of Oregon with a degree in magazine journalism and a minor in communications. While there he blogged or wrote for several magazines including the Fluxx, Ethos and the Oregon Commentator. He briefly wrote and managed a moderately successful blog focused on web comics.
Latest articles by Scott Younker

Nintendo Switch 2 price rumor could be the most exciting thing about the new console
By Scott Younker published
A new rumor out of Italy reveals an astounding potential price for the Nintendo Switch 2 that's very exciting for the budget conscious.

Latest iPhone SE 4 rumor adds to the notch-or-Dynamic Island speculation
By Scott Younker published
A new leak claims that the iPhone SE 4 won't feature a Dynamic Island, instead using a notch to house the front camera and Face ID sensors.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Wednesday, January 29 (#598)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #598 on January 29.

Intel wants to replace traditional laptops and PCs with a more environmentally friendly solution
By Scott Younker published
Intel published a paper by company researchers promoting modular laptop and mini PC designs to reduce e-waste.

Google Maps annoys drivers after latest Android Auto update
By Scott Younker published
A recent update to Android Update introduced a new Google Maps change that is annoying drivers.

Apple releases instructions for installing new AirPods firmware updates — here's how
By Scott Younker published
Apple has finally revealed how to update the firmware for your AirPods with step-by-step instructions.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Tuesday, January 28 (#597)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #597 on January 28.

Pebble Watch returns from the dead with its founder and open source software
By Scott Younker published
After 10 years of silence, the Pebble Watch may be making a return.

Sony announces it's no longer making recordable Blu-Rays — here's what to know
By Scott Younker published
Sony has announced that it will no longer produce recordable Blu-Ray discs and other media types.

Fubo hikes price on 'Essential' plan weeks after Disney pay TV deal
By Scott Younker published
After partnering with Disney last month, Fubo is announcing a price hike to the 'Essential' plan.

Apple's new HomePod with iPad-like display reportedly launching this year
By Scott Younker published
A new HomePod featuring a 7-inch display is reportedly on track to debut in 2025.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Saturday, January 25 (#594)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #594 on January 25.

Leaked memo reveals Apple’s AI plans for 2025 — this is what the company is focusing on
By Scott Younker published
A newly leaked memo from Apple reveals the company's two main priorities for AI in 2025.

iPhone 17 rumor reveals some Dynamic Island info — and it’s not good news
By Scott Younker published
An analyst with a strong reputation for iPhone forecasts claims that the size of the Dynamic Island isn't changing on the iPhone 17.

Apple hit with class-action lawsuit over allegedly toxic 'forever' chemicals in Apple Watch bands
By Scott Younker published
Apple is facing a lawsuit over 'forever chemicals' in its Apple Watch bands, but the company claims its bands are safe.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Friday, January 24 (#593)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #593 on January 24.

Apple breaks silence on CarPlay 2 delay — here's what's going on
By Scott Younker published
CarPlay 2 was supposed to come out in 2024 but now Apple has confirmed that it's been delayed but is still in development.

Apple temporarily limits notification summaries in iOS 18.3 update — here's why
By Scott Younker published
After a controversial start, iOS 18.3 disables AI notifications and summaries in Apple Intelligence.

New 3D Mario and Legend of Zelda remake allegedly tipped for the Nintendo Switch 2
By Scott Younker published
A retailer may have tipped a new Mario title and a Zelda remake or remaster for the Switch 2.

Samsung and Google's spatial audio tech is coming to Android — what that means
By Scott Younker published
Eclipsa Audio, Samsung and Google's spatial audio tech is coming to Android devices.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Thursday, January 23 (#592)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #592 on January 23.

Nintendo Switch 2 rumored to get at least 5 Xbox games — here's what we know
By Scott Younker published
A new rumor claims Xbox is working on porting at least 5 Xbox-only games over to the Switch 2. Here's what we know.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Wednesday, January 22 (#591)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #591 on January 22.
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