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The best iPhone Duo cases in 2026: Expert recommended
The foldable iPhone Duo is almost here – and we went hands-on with the best cases to protect your new phone.
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Renting? These 2 new Apple smart home devices are worth your money (and these 5 are not)
Eyeing Apple’s new Home Collection products? Renters should check their lease agreement before installing.
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Apple’s first touchscreen MacBook is days away – with another OLED surprise
Apple reportedly set a date to unveil its new touchscreen MacBooks. Here’s what else we expect.
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Apple’s new smart home devices get 3 things right – and one frustratingly wrong
Here are my favorite special touches in the Apple Home collection, plus a grievance.
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Best Buy just dropped this Lexar SSD by almost 40% – and I recommend it
The Lexar NM1090 Pro is great for gamers and professionals alike – especially at this price.
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Nvidia’s new Nemotron 3.5 Super VL is another step forward for US open-weight AI
Nvidia’s new models join a wave of open-weight releases from US labs on the heels of the Hugging Face hack.
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I’ve tested over 100 storage drives and their speeds with this free tool – why I trust it
CrystalDiskMark 9 is a free, open-source tool for testing your HDD, SSD, and flash drive read and write speeds. Here’s how it works.
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How to fix Wi-Fi dead zones using your home’s electrical wiring – no drilling required
You can easily extend your home’s internet connection through your existing electrical wiring. Here’s how – with a simple adapter.
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I wear XR glasses every day on my commute – Why Xreal’s latest pair is my new main driver
The new 1 Pro Plus improves upon its predecessor in several key areas, making them one of the most
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Suunto Race 3S review: How real-time dynamic pacing improved my trail runs
Suunto’s latest Race 3S sports watch offers buyers a smaller premium option in three colorways.
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Google’s new Universal Cart tracks prices on items you want now – plus 3 other tricks
Google unveiled two new shopping tools ahead of the holiday buying season. Here’s what to know.
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NordVPN’s CTO on redefining antivirus for the AI era, and his dream security tool
ZDNET spoke with NordVPN CTO Marijus Briedis about security in a rapidly shifting landscape.
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Visual learner? Ask ChatGPT to respond with interactive images – it’s a game-changer
GPT-6 can create interactive images to help you visualize and work with the information you need. Here are five ways I’ve used it this feature.
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My top 5 Linux server distros for your home network – and they’re all free
Looking for an operating system to power the servers on your LAN? From hundreds of Linux distributions, I’ve hand-picked five that will more than meet your needs.
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The Framework 12 is the ultimate tinkerer’s PC – and a joy for Linux users
I admit it: I’ve historically been skeptical of Linux laptops, but Framework showed me how it’s done.
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90% of CFOs using AI report multiple business benefits – their top 5 priorities now
The CFO’s role has increased due to AI growth, new tech stack investments, more revenue channels, evolving compliance requirements, and expanded sales strategies.
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Sick of fragile smartwatches? I found one that’s modular and repairable (and the app doesn’t suck)
If you’re looking for a wearable you won’t throw away in a few years, the Una Repairable GPS Watch sports a user-replaceable display and battery, along with other modular components.
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How Apple’s video doorbell privacy compares to Ring, Wyze, and Blink
It won’t be hard for Apple to beat other doorbell cameras’ privacy policies.
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Windows update patches a whopping 1,400 security bugs – including 2 zero days
This month’s update also marks the first official one for Windows 11 26H2 and the end of support for Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro.
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We put 8 pairs of earbuds to the test in our lab – this pair won best ANC
ZDNET’s latest Lab Award goes to the pair of earbuds that were most effective at active noise cancellation.
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ChatGPT Voice helped me fix my corrupted gaming PC – and avoid a costly mistake
I used ChatGPT to investigate RAM failures, BIOS settings, and Windows corruption – and it changed how I think about modern AI tech support.
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I tried the free Microsoft Word clone on Linux – and it’s my new default (on Mac too)
Someone cloned Microsoft Word, so I had to try it on Linux and Mac. It’s a 1:1 alternative – and open source.
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Why the future of Linux is rolling – thanks to AI
With the speed of AI pushing the limits of development, only these releases will keep up.
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My favorite AI GUI for Linux works with local or cloud models – and it’s free
Askimo can handle just about everything I need from AI, with a little setup. Here’s how I use it.
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How Apple just convinced this smart home hater to ditch my old thermostat – finally
The new Apple Home Collection’s minimalist design and simple setup have convinced me to invest in some smart home tech.
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The new Apple TV 4K is always listening for ‘Hey Siri’ – is that a good thing?
Siri takes center stage on the new Apple TV 4K, with AI responses on the screen in real time.
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Linus Torvalds is using AI to develop Linux kernel code now
The move is a turning point in the developer’s relationship with AI and Linux.
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Google lets you make personal Android apps for free now – with just prompts
It just got a whole lot easier to vibe code the exact Android app you need – no developer experience required.
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Apple’s HomeView won’t replace my Echoes anytime soon: 6 reasons why
I wanted Apple’s HomeView to replace every Amazon Echo in my house. But we’re not there yet.
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Apple’s smart home event: All 7 devices, prices, release dates
Apple’s “Welcome Home” event featured all the new smart home hardware coming to the Apple lineup.
