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This LG UltraGear 4K monitor has a top-tier display – and it’s $200 off at Best Buy
The dual mode design allows you to prioritize graphics or refresh rate for serious versatility.
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Need a plane-safe power bank? I found one with a dedicated cut-off switch
The Adam Elements D10 combines a hardware cut-off switch with semi-solid-state cells – the first power bank I’ve tested like it.
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Github competitor Entire is live now – how the agent-first platform works
Now that agents are writing so much code, Entire is trying to reinvent the coding platform itself.
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I tested Google’s Fitbit Edge – its standout feature also left me wanting more
The Fitbit Edge is a budget-friendly health tracker with a wonderful app, but its price is evident in the hardware.
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Apple’s tiny-but-mighty M4 Mac Mini is $150 off at Best Buy – and we’d recommend it
It may be a generation old, but this capable little desktop computer still has plenty to offer now that you can pick it up at a discount.
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Apple’s new OLED iPad Mini is the upgrade I’ve been waiting for – here’s why
Starting at $799, the 8th-generation iPad mini is up for preorder on October 27 and hits stores on November 6. It’s already on my shopping list.
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iPhone Duo screens are already cracking: What buyers need to know
A handful of first-hand reports show similar damage, suggesting a bad batch of hinges. Here’s what to do if your Duo screen fails.
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You can hack your TVs and gadgets with AI for free now – but should you?
AI’s ‘Reverse Engineer Anything’ movement is letting people strip ads from smart TVs and revive old devices – while risking security and reliability.
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I put Lenovo’s RTX Spark laptop through a completely bonkers AI coding test – and it passed
Forget ordinary laptop benchmarks – I tested the $4,000 Lenovo RTX Spark with real local AI coding and a brutal battery workload.
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I tried Personal Intelligence in Android Auto – and only have one complaint
Gemini in your car can take you where you need to go from a single prompt. But there’s a catch.
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Can CobaltX beat Bazzite? I put this new Linux gaming distro to the test
This gaming-focused Linux distribution has a few cool tricks up its sleeve, including X Mode.
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New TV, weak sound? Here’s how to fix it with a Sonos soundbar
Today’s thin TVs leave little room for powerful speakers. Here’s why dialogue gets lost, how a Dolby Atmos soundbar like the Sonos Arc Ultra can help and how to pick the right setup for your room.
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Android lets you ‘bubble’ apps for easy access now – how it works
Keep your most-used apps accessible with this new feature.
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This Editors’ Choice-winning Samsung foldable is $200 off for a limited time
We love the sharp, vibrant screens and all-day battery life of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, and this discount makes it even sweeter.
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Touchscreen MacBook? No, thanks – I ditched my Surface for a reason (3 actually)
Apple’s trackpad is already enough touch input for me. But that’s not the only reason this former Microsoft Surface user is thumbs down on touch Macs.
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PHP2Shell: Haven’t patched yet? Take these steps now to mitigate
The PHP Project provides instructions to stop further RCE exploits in limited settings.
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Can a tracker card battery explode? I tortured mine to find out – and took pictures
Bluetooth finder cards pack a lithium battery inside a thin plastic sandwich that gets flexed every time you sit on it. Can I make one burst into flames?
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I cloned my voice with free AI tools – and tested a scam call on my family
Your social media posts could give scammers all the audio they need. Would your loved ones spot the fake?
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I tried OpenAI Academy’s free AI courses – and the certificate was a nice bonus
OpenAI Academy offers useful ChatGPT training, engaging assessments, and free learning resources worth exploring.
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I tried the new Snap Specs AR glasses: They’re for early adopters only
Snap’s latest AR glasses are chunky, experimental, and $2,195.
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5 cords and cables our readers bought most this year (and none are from Anker or Apple)
These are the most purchased cords and cables by ZDNET readers in 2026 (so far).
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Brick just unveiled its new device – and I couldn’t be more disappointed
Introducing Brick Night, which adds a location element to the app-blocking device.
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Our favorite Roborock robot vacuum mop empties and washes itself – and just hit a new low price
Roborock makes excellent robot cleaners, and this is one of our tested top picks, especially with a $700 discount.
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Amazon’s Kindle Unlimited is now Kindle+, and the 2 big changes include AI audiobooks
Unlike narrated audiobooks from Audible and other providers, the audiobooks created with Virtual Voice in Kindle+ will instead be narrated by AI.
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My favorite Xfce-based Linux distros – because your desktop shouldn’t be boring
Life’s too short for dull desktops, and Xfce is so customizable that there’s no excuse.
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The latest PowerToys gives your mouse 2 new tricks for free – how to use them
PowerToys is one of my favorite free Windows utilities. With more than 30 tools, it offers something for everyone from beginners to power users. Here’s what’s new for mousing.
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This LG soundbar and subwoofer bundle will elevate your TV setup – and it just hit a new low price
Still putting up with your TV’s poor sound? This LG soundbar bundle could be just what your setup needs.
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This bike computer maps my route and gives me directions (and I don’t worry about battery)
Coros’ new Dura 2 Solar costs twice as much as its predecessor, but has significant design improvements.
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I made a movable mount for my backyard solar panels, and it doubled their efficiency – how it works
You’d be surprised by how much difference an angle adjustment makes – I certainly was.
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GridCraft is the open-source Excel clone for Linux I’ve been waiting for
If spreadsheets are your thing, but Microsoft Office isn’t, you might want to give the open-source clone, GridCraft, a try.
