
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

YouTuber warns 'do not buy' Google Pixel 9a — here's why
By Dave LeClair published
There are some concerns about the battery and water resistance of the Pixel 9a.

The DJI Mavic 4 Pro got a 5-star rating — but there's a huge problem for US buyers
By Dave LeClair published
This new DJI drone is incredibly advanced, but fans in the US won't be able to get one.

Apple just announced huge accessibility upgrades for iPhones, Macs and more — 9 biggest new features
By Dave LeClair last updated
These new features could be game-changers for some with certain needs.

The Ecovacs X9 Pro Omni takes the company's best features and merges them into one vacuum
By Dave LeClair published
This robot vacuum has all the features you could want, including some you didn't know you wanted.

Apple TV Plus could have the next 'Ted Lasso' on its hands with Owen Wilson's 'Stick'
By Dave LeClair published
I love all things golf and am genuinely excited to watch 'Stick' on Apple TV Plus.

Alienware's new Aurora gaming laptops have a surprising change — here's what's new
By Dave LeClair published
Alienware is refreshing its gaming laptops, and we're excited for the changes. Here's what's new.

Can a golf bag help you improve? The MNML MR2 has a handy trick to do just that
By Dave LeClair last updated
The MNML MR2 might be the coolest golf bag I've ever tried.

Google Gemini finally has an iPad app — better late than never
By Dave LeClair published
It took a while, but the Gemini app for iPad is finally here

Your next AirPods could coach your workouts with pose detection — here's why it matters
By Dave LeClair published
Apple could still be working on a big new fitness upgrade for AirPods according to a rediscovered patent.

GTA 6 trailer live reactions — there's so much to unpack
By Dave LeClair, Ryan Epps, Scott Younker last updated
GTA 6's new trailer is here, and the internet is digging in to find all the hidden details.

Tidal was down — live updates on the outage
By Dave LeClair last updated
It's not just you, Tidal was down — and here are all the latest updates.

Microsoft is launching beloved Xbox exclusive on PlayStation for the first time
By Dave LeClair published
A beloved third-person shooter is coming to PlayStation and Xbox in a new remaster.

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders — how to get an invite at My Nintendo Store
By Dave LeClair published
Fair warning: some luck is required if you hope to get a Switch 2 from Nintendo.

Hidden Apple Maps feature can make your life a lot easier — here's how to find it
By Dave LeClair published
The new feature borrows from the Notes app in an interesting and helpful way.

Maxfli is back making golf clubs again, and I got to try the new models myself
By Dave LeClair published
Maxfli is making clubs again after a decades-long hiatus, and it has some nice balls, too.

Zelle was down for some — live updates on outage
By Dave LeClair, Scott Younker last updated
The popular peer-to-peer payment platform went down most of Friday due to an issue with a third-party provider.

Mother's Day golf gifts — 9 best golf deals on clothing, clubs and more
By Dave LeClair last updated
Get your mom the golf clothes and equipment she wants at a discount this Mother's Day.

GTA 6 delayed until 2026 — here’s the confirmed release date
By Dave LeClair published
The news we all feared about Grand Theft Auto 6 has come true — it's received yet another lengthy delay.

Nintendo just closed a Switch game-sharing loophole in new update — what you need to know
By Dave LeClair published
Nintendo isn't eliminating the feature, but it's making significant changes to it.

Android phones running this version must update ASAP — what you need to know
By Dave LeClair published
Phones running Android 12 will need to upgrade to Android 13 to get a critical security update.

Google Pixel 10 just tipped for long overdue display upgrade
By Dave LeClair published
You may not think about PWM dimming rates, but you should almost certainly consider them.

Reddit was down — live updates on the short outage
By Dave LeClair last updated
There were issues with Reddit, and users had trouble accessing the site and its app.

Galaxy Watch 8 Classic tipped in new listing — will the iconic rotating bezel return?
By Dave LeClair published
If this listing is accurate, Samsung could be bringing back the Galaxy Watch Classic, but will its best feature return?
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