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
Google gets with the times and allows multiple app updates at once
By Dave LeClair published
Google Play is finally getting support for downloading multiple app updates at once again. It might be minor, but this could save Android users time.
New iOS 18.1 beta adds more Apple Intelligence features — here’s what’s available on the iPhone
By Dave LeClair published
Apple is slowly bringing more Apple intelligence features to iOS 18.1 and the latest update adds some good ones like a Clean Up feature for photo editing and notification summaries for all apps.
YouTube videos really can get water out of your phone — here's how
By Dave LeClair published
If your phone gets some water inside it, the results can be less than ideal. Can a YouTube video actually be the solution?
Google accidentally confirms Android 15 delay — here's when it'll come
By Dave LeClair published
Rumors circled that Google would delay Android 15 for Pixel devices, and now the company seems to have confirmed the news.
Apple’s big robotics push revealed in new report — here’s what’s coming
By Dave LeClair published
According to a new report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple could be moving into the home robotics space.
Forget Google Pixel 9 — the cheaper Pixel 9a may have just leaked
By Dave LeClair published
If Google follows its usual cadence, the Pixel 9a should be the next device on the docket, and now it's allegedly leaked.
This underrated iPad feature revolutionized my workflow — here's how to try it
By Dave LeClair published
Apple has a lesser-known feature that pairs the MacBook and iPad in a marvelous way that helps me get more work done.
iPhone crash alert — don't search for this four-character code
By Dave LeClair published
A particular string of characters can crash an iPhone when typed into the App Library search, Settings search, or the Spotlight Search screen.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra just tipped for bigger display — here's what we know
By Dave LeClair published
Samsung is getting the Galaxy S25 Ultra ready to release in the future, and the latest rumors say its screen will grow, but the overall dimensions won't.
Not a typo! You can get a 10.2-inch iPad for $199 for a limited time
By Dave LeClair published
Right now, several major retailers have the 9th generation Apple iPad for $199, which is a fantastic deal for what it offers.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is missing key video features — what you need to know
By Dave LeClair published
You'd expect the most expensive phone to have all the goodies, but in the case of the Pixel 9 Pro Fold it doesn't.
Fortnite returns to the iPhone after 4 years — but there’s a big catch
By Dave LeClair published
After a long time away from the iPhone and other Apple devices, Fortnite is finally back but only for gamers in the EU.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 announced: Everything you need to know
By Dave LeClair last updated
Google's new ANC earbuds are powered by a new processor and will leverage AI.
Forget iPhone 16 — new report reveals big reasons to wait for iPhone 17
By Dave LeClair published
According to a report to investors from a noted analyst, the iPhone 17 might be the better option over the iPhone 16 if you can wait.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra renders just leaked — here’s your first look
By Dave LeClair published
A leaker with a strong track record just posted our first look at the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, and there are some interesting takeaways.
The world's first tri-fold phone could launch this year — and wait until you see the price
By Dave LeClair published
A tri-fold phone is on the way, but it'll be absurdly expensive when it eventually comes out.
The new Dell XPS 13 is 24% off — and it has the longest battery life we’ve ever tested
By Dave LeClair published
Right now, you can get the highly-reviewed Dell XPS 13 with the Snapdragon X Elite chip at a sizable discount.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 pre-orders reportedly drop compared to last year’s foldables
By Dave LeClair published
According to a new report, Samsung's latest batch of foldable phones aren't doing as well as last year's models.
Say goodbye to this built-in Windows app — everything you need to know
By Dave LeClair published
Microsoft is ditching Paint 3D after the app was planned to replace the original.
OnePlus Buds Pro 3 are coming soon — here's when
By Dave LeClair published
Soon, you'll be able to get the new OnePlus Buds Pro 3, which the company calls its 'finest audio offering yet.'
New report says DOJ could force Google to divest Android after monopoly ruling
By Dave LeClair last updated
Google could be forced to drop Android from its portfolio and the mobile world as we know it may never be the same.
Nintendo Switch 2 just tipped for major power boost to rival Steam Deck
By Dave LeClair published
A Nintendo Switch 2 is almost certainly on the way, and the specs look far more impressive than those of the original hybrid console.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE leak — screen size, AI features and more detailed
By Dave LeClair published
Samsung's upcoming affordable Galaxy S24 SE is coming this year and all of the details have leaked.
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