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
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 leaks 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.
Apple reportedly working on new iPhone 17 'Slim' — and the iPhone Plus could be dead
By Dave LeClair published
A new rumor suggests that Apple will do away with the iPhone 17 Plus, instead offering an iPhone 17 Slim.
Helldivers 2 will no longer require PSN on PC as Sony changes its mind
By Dave LeClair published
Gamers were upset that PSN was required to play Helldivers 2 on PC, and Sony has relented to their anger.
One of the most valuable NES games of all time could be coming to Nintendo Switch
By Dave LeClair published
The Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition has been rated by the ESRB for Nintendo Switch.
A Snake-toting Nokia 3210 reboot looks to be on the way — what we know
By Dave LeClair published
A new generation could relive the classic phone game
New report puts Android vs iOS security to the test — here’s the winner
By Dave LeClair published
Security is an important consideration when choosing a smartphone and in the Android versus iOS debate, one operating system is clearer safer according to new research.
The Amazfit Helio Ring launches May 15 for only $299 to take on Samsung Galaxy Ring
By Dave LeClair published
The Galaxy Ring is coming soon, but the Amazfit Helio will beat it to market at a lower price.
I tested out Yelp's AI assistant to find a house cleaner — here are the results
By Dave LeClair published
Everyone has AI now, and Yelp's using its foray into the field to help you find your next home professional for most jobs.
Apple iPhone alarm clock isn't working for some users — what you need to know
By Dave LeClair published
Users are complaining that their iPhone alarm clock app didn't work today, causing all kinds of issues.
Fortnite fans rejoice — Epic is bringing it back to iPad in the EU
By Dave LeClair published
With Apple being forced to allow sideloading on the iPad in the EU, Epic is already planning to bring Fortnite back to the platform in the region.
Ford's hands-free driving technology reportedly linked to three highway deaths
By Dave LeClair published
The NTSB is investigating two crashes involving Ford's self-driving technology that resulted in three deaths.
Google is bringing a split-screen to Circle to Search on Pixel devices
By Dave LeClair published
This update will be a game changer if you like using split-screen and circles to search on your Pixel phone.
After TikTok, DJI drone ban could be next for US lawmakers
By Dave LeClair published
The Countering CCP Drones Act could ground DJI's drones entirely, though it has a long way to go before it passes.
Google Pixel 8a could get seven years of security updates — here's why
By Dave LeClair published
A leaked Google ad showed seven years of security updates for the Pixel 8a and many AI features.
Google I/O 2024 schedule revealed — what to expect from the big event
By Dave LeClair published
Google I/O is right around the corner, and the company has revealed the event's schedule, which includes all the Google stuff we know and love.
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