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
Over 500,000 Govee smart heaters recalled on Amazon, TikTok over fire risk
By Scott Younker published
Govee smart electric space heaters sold on Amazon have been recalled due to multiple reports of fire and at least one burn.
MacBook Air with OLED reportedly delayed beyond 2027 — what we know
By Scott Younker published
A new report claims that Apple is delaying an OLED MacBook Air due to cost concerns and potential supply issues.
Nvidia GeForce Now will limit monthly play to 100 hours for everyone in 2025
By Scott Younker published
Starting in 2025, the Nvidia GeForce Now cloud gaming platform will introduce monthly play limits for everyone.
The Skywalker Saga continues as Lucasfilm taps 'X-Men' writer to helm new mainline 'Star Wars' films
By Scott Younker published
The mainline Star Wars films are set to get a new trilogy as Lucasfilm has found a new writer most recently known for X-Men movies.
Pluto TV just got 14 new shows to stream free — here’s what you can watch now
By Scott Younker last updated
Pluto TV is teaming up with NBCUniversal to bring NBC shows to the streamer — plus new channels in Canada and the UK.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Thursday, November 7 (#515)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections hints and answers for today's puzzle #515 on November 7.
Apple patent hints at huge upgrade for future Apple Watch models
By Scott Younker published
A set of new patents suggests that Apple could add sensors to future Apple Watch models in the straps and not just the watch body.
Samsung Galaxy Ring 2 could arrive earlier than expected — here's what we know
By Scott Younker published
A new leak briefly claimed that Samsung will launch the Galaxy Ring 2 early with a thinner band and more new features.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Wednesday, November 6 (#514)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections hints and answers for today's puzzle #514 on November 6.
Amazon acknowledges Kindle Colorsoft display flaws following shipping delay — promises fix in the works
By Scott Younker published
After reports of a yellow band on Kindle Colorsoft displays, Amazon has said that a fix is coming and offers replacements and refunds.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra benchmark leak blows away the iPhone 16 Pro Max
By Scott Younker published
A new leaked Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra benchmark reveals a phone that smokes the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Apple tipped to bring 90Hz displays to iMac, iPad Air and Studio Display — why it’s a big deal
By Scott Younker published
A new leak claims Apple is developing 90Hz displays for future iPad Air, iMac and Studio Display models.
Amazon allegedly canceling Kindle Colorsoft shipments until after Thanksgiving
By Scott Younker last updated
A new report claims that Amazon is stopping Kindle Colorsoft shipments until Nov. 26, possibly due to the yellow display problems.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Tuesday, November 5 (#513)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections hints and answers for today's puzzle #513 on November 5.
US government considering cash infusions, AMD merger to help struggling Intel
By Scott Younker published
A new report claims that the US government is considering grants or potentially pushing a merger between AMD and Intel
Apple launches iOS 18.2 beta 2 — here’s the new Apple Intelligence features for your iPhone
By Scott Younker published
Genmoji, Image Playground, ChatGPT Integration, and more are now available on iOS through the beta.
Amazon wants to make Alexa an AI powerhouse — new report reveals its desperate struggle to keep up
By Scott Younker last updated
A new report reveals how Amazon continues to struggle with building a better AI brain for Alexa as competitors surge ahead.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Saturday, November 2 (#510)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections hints and answers for today's puzzle #510 on November 2.
Much delayed Samsung One UI 7 beta may arrive soon — what we know
By Scott Younker published
A new leak suggests that the Samsung One UI 7 is finally arriving soon.
With Android 16 coming early, Google announces the last major update beta for Android 15
By Scott Younker published
Google is launching a quarterly Android 15 release in December with the last major update looking to release sometime in March 2025.
OnePlus 13 is official and one of the first Snapdragon 8 Elite powered phones
By Scott Younker published
The OnePlus 13 is finally official and one of the first phones to run Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Friday, November 1 (#509)
By Scott Younker published
Get today's NYT Connections hints and answers for today's puzzle #509 on November 1.
Microsoft hits pause on Recall once again — controversial feature needs more cook time
By Scott Younker published
Citing making the feature more secure, Microsoft delays releasing Recall again.
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