I don't know about you, but I certainly don't spend enough regular time behind a soldering iron to keep my skills sharp. Earlier this year, MAKE Magazine published a series of writeups on the topic; ...

Soldering is rapidly becoming the skill of a bygone era. Much like the ability to drive a car with a manual transmission, read a map, or write a check, Gen Z is learning less and less about how to ...

The $10 “fire-starter” is the most common beginner soldering iron. These are simple irons with a hot end, a handle, and little else. There’s no temperature control or indication. Despite their ...

The beginner-friendly FixHub Smart Soldering Iron and Portable Power Station is USB-C-powered and reaches soldering temperature in under five seconds. Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than ...

It costs two to 10 times as much as a Pinecil, though! It costs two to 10 times as much as a Pinecil, though! is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys.