Skip to main content
Bruce Brown
Bruce Brown
Contributing Editor

Digital Trends Contributing Editor Bruce Brown is a member of the Smart Homes and Commerce teams.

Bruce uses smart devices compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant at home. To minimize confusion, his Google Assistant has a British accent. An enthusiastic cook, Bruce enjoys concocting his own recipes and getting the most from new small kitchen appliances.

Bruce is a long-time automotive enthusiast, now particularly interested in motorcycles,  three-wheelers, and, most recently, ebikes.

Bruce is a former high school English teacher, university professor, and therapist who jumped ship in the early 80s to work in the world of tech following his exposure to personal computers. He was the founder of the Connecticut Computer Society, a statewide nonprofit corporation organized to promote the use of personal computers in education, business, and homes. At its height, the CCS monthly newspaper had a circulation of 28,000+.

Bruce also co-founded Soft Industries, a Connecticut-based computer consulting corporation. Soft Industries consultants trained, consulted, supported, and developed applications for industry, professional schools, and small businesses. Clients included The Hartford Insurance Company, Continental Can, and the professional staffs of Yale Law School and Yale Medical School.

For several years Bruce taught graduate courses in business applications of personal computing at Wesleyan University. In 1985 he was the Director of the Wesleyan University Summer Computer Institute, an intensive seven-week graduate program for professionals and business people.

Bruce is a former long-time Contributing Editor for PC Magazine, Extreme Tech, PC Week, and Computer Shopper. His focus over a 20-year period shifted from personal computers and printers to handheld devices, smartphones, and wireless networking. During that period one of his articles won a Computer Press Association Best Hardware Article award.

Bruce's smartest move ever was proposing to his wife 13 days after a blind date on his first motorcycle. He’s a proud father and grandfather, and an avid walking companion with Happy, a 7-year-old Double Doodle.

Students using Microsoft Office software on their laptops outside.

Best Microsoft Office deals: Get Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for free

Microsoft Office is paid software, so a discount is always welcome. Here are the best Microsoft Office deals you can find right now.
Ariel Rider Grizzly with a river in the background.

With 2 motors and 2 batteries, the Ariel Grizzly e-bike doubles down on speed

The Ariel Rider Grizzly X-Class 52V moped-style e-bike offers long, fast rides thanks to its dual batteries, front and rear wheel motors, and full suspension.
Rad Power Bikes RadRunner 3 Plus parked in front of an animal barn in a park.

Slow and steady wins the race for Rad Power’s do-it-all RadRunner 3 Plus

Rad Power Bikes' RadRunner 3 Plus balances comfort, safety, and versatility better than any other utility e-bike, with no pretenses of passing for a motorcycle.
Prime Day 2022 cordless vacuum deals graphic.

Best cordless vacuum deals: Huge savings on Dyson, Shark and LG

If you need help in cleaning your home, you should check out this roundup of the best cordless vacuum deals, which includes products by Dyson, Shark, and LG.
Dyson V15 Detect

Best Dyson deals: Save on hair dryer, fans and cordless vacuums

If you want to purchase high-performance home appliances like cordless vacuums and air purifiers, check out this roundup of the best Dyson deals right now.
Prime Day 2022 GoPro deals graphic.

Best GoPro deals: Save big on the popular action camera series

If you're planning to buy an action camera, you can't go wrong with any of GoPro's products. You can get them for cheaper than usual with these GoPro deals.
samsung galaxy buds 2 pro review 12

Samsung Galaxy Buds deals: Save on Galaxy Buds 2, Galaxy Buds Live

Check out this roundup of the best Samsung Galaxy Buds deals if you want to purchase wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation and a long battery life.
Galaxy S22 Ultra and iPhone 13 Pro cameras seen from the back.

Best phone deals: Samsung Galaxy S23, Google Pixel 7 and more

If it's finally time to upgrade your smartphone, you should check out this collection of the best phone deals involving Apple, Samsung, and Google devices.
staples offering best deals on select printers office chairs plus free shipping chair

Best Office Chair Deals: Improve your posture from $68

If you are upfitting a home office or upgrading your office at work, we rounded up the best office chair deals for 2022.
A Germ Guardian purifier placed on a living room floor.

Best air purifier deals: Price crashes on Dyson, LG, and Shark

If you’ve been wanting to get a break from sneezing, we’ve gathered the best air purifier deals. You and your wallet can both get a breather.
NordicTrack T 9.5 S Treadmill

Best treadmill deals: Save on NordicTrack, Peloton and ProForm

Buying a treadmill to use at home is a great way to hit those cardio sessions you know you need. Here are the best deals today.
Philips Hue and Spotify

Best Philips Hue deals: Save on starter kits, bundles and add-ons

You can design your home using lights, and there's no better way to do it than with Philips Hue products. We've gathered the best Philips Hue deals right here.
Samsung Kitchen Appliance Package in a kitchen with blue cabinets.

Best appliance package deals: Save on kitchen and laundry setups

If you're shopping for appliance package deals, navigating the available bargains can be overwhelming if you don't have a system. That's where we come in.
The Greenworks GPW3001 Pro electric pressure washer, placed outside.

Best pressure washer deals: Save on electric and gas models

We've got some of the best pressure washer deals that you can find online, whether you're looking to purchase an electric device or one that's powered by gas.
People grilling outside.

Best grill deals: Summer savings on gas, charcoal, and pellet grills

Grilling season is here, and we've tracked down everything you need to know to land a discount on the grill that's right for your needs.
A robot lawn mower in a backyard while a family relaxes.

Best Lawn Mower Deals: Save on cordless, corded and gas mowers

If you need a new lawn mower, we've saved you the research and found the best lawn mower deals.
The Keurig K-Duo coffee maker sets on a kitchen counter.

Best Keurig deals: Get perfect coffee every time for $70

Nothing beats the convenience and economy of having a Keurig coffee maker on your countertop. Get one on the cheap with these Keurig deals.
Ring Video Doorbell 3

Best Ring Video Doorbell deals: Protect your porch from $20

Here are some of the best Ring Video Doorbell deals that you can shop right now, but you need to hurry with your purchase because these offers won't last long.
fitbit versa review version 1522045407 full 19

Best Fitbit deals: Save on Fitbit Versa 4 and Fitbit Charge 5

Out of shape? Get in the best condition of your life with the best cheap Fitbit deals to track your exercise.
Super73-S Adventure parked by railroad tracks.

Go fast. Go anywhere. The Super73-S Adventure Series e-bike is built for fun

If your ideal e-bike must be adept on and off road, the Super73-S Adventure Series review finds it will keep you smiling riding on streets, trails, and beaches.
ENGWE EP-2 Pro e-bike right side shot next to an unmowed field.

Engwe EP-2 Pro folding mountain e-bike review: go anywhere, stow anywhere

I thought fat tires were for beach cruising only, but I was wrong, You can ride the Engwe Ep2-Pro fat tire folding e-bike on almost any road, trail, or surface.
Rexing V1 dash cam

Best dash cam deals: Protect your ride from just $40

Want a dash cam? We've rounded up the best deals, along with tips on making the right choice for your needs.
The Radclo Mini Drone flying outdoors.

Best drone deals: Save on DJI Air 2S, DJI FPV, and DJI Mini 3

Buying a drone? Here are answers to the most common questions and the best drone deals available right now.
Fifth generation Apple iPad Air.

Best tablet deals: Save on Android tablets, iPad and more

We found the best tablet deals available to help you find the perfect device at the right price.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium Renders

How to watch TruTV from anywhere in the world for free

If you cut the cord from cable or satellite TV services, you're still in luck because TruTV is included with several major streaming services.
lucid hearing engage aids deal crutchfield march 2023 otc

These Lucid over-the-counter hearing aids are $200 off right now

If you have mild to moderate impairment, Lucid's Hearing Engage rechargeable OTC hearing aids can help you stop asking people to repeat what they said.
Best PS Plus deals

Best PlayStation Plus Deals: Save on Essential, Plus and Premium

If you have a PlayStation, then you need PS Plus. Here are a few PS Plus deals that will have you playing online and enjoying free monthly games right away.
Amazon Fire HD 10 in hand.

Amazon is having a fire sale (pun intended) on Fire tablets — from $60

Whether you want a tablet for yourself, your kids, or for grandchildren, you can choose from two generations of Fire tablets with three display sizes.
A woman receives a call on her Google Pixel Watch.

Best smartwatch deals: Save on Apple, Samsung, and Fitbit

Smartwatches are the fastest-growing category, and they're not slowing down. With so many models available, you can find smartwatch deals all year round.

Best Amazon Echo deals: Echo Dot, Echo Show 8, and more

We have rounded up all the best deals on the Amazon Echo, Amazon Echo Dot, and Amazon Echo Show.
amazon slashes prices on google nest smart thermostats for black friday thermostat e 1

Best Nest Thermostat Deals: Save $85 when you shop today

Choose from the best Nest Thermostat deals and you won't be disappointed.
Microsoft Xbox Series X and Series S game consoles.

The best Xbox Series X and Series S deals for January 2023

If you're trying to find Microsoft Xbox Series X deals or Xbox Series S deals, you have something in common with people who want to buy a house or a car.
Woman

Best cell phone plan deals for January 2023

There are a ton of wireless plans to choose from, and if you’re on the hunt for a new wireless service, we’ve got the best cell phone plan deals right here.
Dell Chromebook 3189 2-in-1 on a classroom desk floating in the air.

Hurry! This Chromebook is on sale for only $63 at Walmart

If you're concerned about buying a used laptop, take heart from the fact that this model survived the extreme MIL-SPEC testing in Dell's labs.