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 files mysterious new device with the FCC — Nintendo VR on the way?
By Scott Younker published
Nintendo filed an FCC submission for a new device that hints at a potential AR or VR future of the company.
Apple releases urgent security update for iPhone 16 — get it right now
By Scott Younker published
New security update from Apple affects all four iPhone 16 models. Don't sleep on this update, install it right now.
watchOS 11 backlash — Apple Watch users are not happy over these missing watch faces
By Scott Younker last updated
Apple launched watchOS 11 this week and it's removed several old Watch faces and Apple fans are not happy.
Qualcomm reportedly approached Intel for massive takeover — what you need to know
By Scott Younker last updated
A new report claims Qualcomm reached out to Intel to buy the CPU company's factories. Here's everything we know so far about the reported deal, and what you need to know.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Saturday, September 21 (#468)
By Scott Younker published
Need help with Connections #468? Here are some hints and the answers.
Could a PlayStation handheld be on the way? New rumor says maybe
By Scott Younker published
A new rumor claims Sony is working on at least two different PlayStation 6 devices.
ChatGPT energy emergency — here's how much electricity OpenAI and others are sucking up per week
By Scott Younker published
New reports highlight a growing environmental impact of AI data centers and the costs of running them.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Friday, September 20 (#467)
By Scott Younker published
Need help with Connections #467? Here are some hints and the answers.
Forget iPhone 16 — iPhone 18 tipped for this chip breakthrough
By Scott Younker published
A new report suggests the iPhone 18 Pro models will feature 2nm chips in 2026, while the iPhone 17 will get enhanced 3nm processors.
You don't need the 30th Anniversary PS5 Collection, but you'll want some of that sweet grey nostalgia
By Scott Younker published
Sony is celebrating the 30th anniversary of PlayStation with an original PlayStation themed set of PS5 consoles and accessories.
Anker recalls several battery packs due to fire risk — how to see if you're affected
By Scott Younker published
Anker has issued a recall for several batteries in phone charging accessories due to a potential fire risk. Here's what to do if you're affected.
Oura Ring 4 just leaked — here’s a look at the new smart ring - UPDATE: Oura says no
By Scott Younker last updated
An influencer posted an image of an Oura Ring on Snapchat that may be the next generation of the fitness tracking smart ring.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Thursday, September 19 (#466)
By Scott Younker published
Need help with Connections #466? Here are some hints and the answers.
Nasty iOS 18 bug causes Messages app to repeatedly crash — here's how to fix it
By Scott Younker published
A new bug introduced in iOS 18 causes the Messages app to repeatedly crash. Here's how to fix the bug until Apple patches it.
Google Search has a new trick up its sleeve — and it might save you from fake AI images
By Scott Younker published
Google is working with a new standard that determines the origins of images in Search results.
Bose's new Smart Soundbar features AI Dialogue Mode and Personal Surround Sound
By Scott Younker published
Can you get RCS messaging on your iPhone? Here's how to find out and enable it in iOS 18
By Scott Younker published
RCS messaging is finally coming to iPhones via iOS 18. But not every carrier currently supports it. Here's how to find out if yours does.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Wednesday, September 18 (#465)
By Scott Younker published
Need help with Connections #465? Here are some hints and the answers.
Logitech's G Astro A50 gaming headsets get major update — here's what's new
By Scott Younker published
Logitech is updating the G Astro A50 gaming headsets with the ability to swap between platforms using USB-C.
NYT Connections today hints and answers — Tuesday, September 17 (#464)
By Scott Younker published
Need help with Connections #464? Here are some hints and the answers.
The copycats cometh — 3 Android phone makers announce iPhone 16-esque camera control buttons
By Scott Younker published
At least three different Android phone manufacturers announced plans for an iPhone 16-esque camera control button on upcoming devices.
Meta Quest 3S photos leak ahead of Meta Connect event — here’s what it looks like
By Scott Younker published
New photos of the Meta Quest 3S have leaked with Meta's connect event just around the corner.
Apple Wallet re-enables adding cards via NFC — what you need to know
By Scott Younker published
The briefly disabled Tap to Provision feature is back just in time for iOS 18 to launch and it'll make your Apple Wallet life easier.
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