This powerful firewall delivers enterprise-level security at a home office price

Jason Perlow/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The Firewalla Gold Pro is available now for $889. It offers enterprise-level security with high performance, advanced features like deep packet inspection and multi-WAN support, and user-friendly configuration. It’s larger and more expensive than basic consumer firewalls, requires an external access point for Wi-Fi monitoring, and may require advanced configuration… Continue reading This powerful firewall delivers enterprise-level security at a home office price

The best security keys of 2024: Expert tested

Show more (1 item) Since data breaches are now a daily problem, traditional username and password combinations are nowhere near enough to protect online accounts. Many online service providers now enforce alternative ways to secure accounts. Two-factor and multi-factor authentication (2FA/MFA) methods have become widely adopted alongside passwordless authentication methods in the enterprise. Another option… Continue reading The best security keys of 2024: Expert tested

I tried the viral trick to avoid the YouTube TV price hike – and it didn’t work (until it did)

Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto via Getty Images Last week, YouTube TV sent an email to subscribers informing them about an upcoming price hike. While it’s only a $10 jump, this price is pushing some people — including myself — to the edge of canceling the service. Shortly after the news of the increase broke, I saw online… Continue reading I tried the viral trick to avoid the YouTube TV price hike – and it didn’t work (until it did)

Prime Video’s new AI will help you figure out what to watch next

Amazon Have you ever scrolled Prime Video trying to find the perfect thing to watch but couldn’t settle on something? Amazon is rolling out a new tool to help you find content you’ll love. Called AI Topics, the feature uses AI to review your watch history and get an understanding of what you enjoy. It… Continue reading Prime Video’s new AI will help you figure out what to watch next

Here’s the Android XR headset that Google and Samsung are releasing in 2025 – and the software that powers it

Google/ZDNET Google today is introducing Android XR, the software platform by which artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) experiences will converge and help power upcoming wearables. Like Apple’s VisionOS, Android XR is centered around spatial computing applications, leveraging smart glasses, mixed reality headsets, and more to overlay useful information and visual… Continue reading Here’s the Android XR headset that Google and Samsung are releasing in 2025 – and the software that powers it

The best ways to transfer large files between your laptop and desktop: 3 options

D3Damon/Getty Images If you do a lot of video and photo editing on location, you know what a hassle it is to move media files between your laptop and your desktop PC or Mac.  So, what’s the best way to transfer those files from one device to another? As with just about every tech-related question… Continue reading The best ways to transfer large files between your laptop and desktop: 3 options

You can use your passport in Google Wallet now – but not as your actual passport

Google Your digital wallet is getting a little thicker today in a big way. You can now add your US Passport to Google Wallet. Unfortunately, you can’t use it as your passport. What’s the point, then? Also: How to use Google Wallet – and why you should already Right now, you have the option to use… Continue reading You can use your passport in Google Wallet now – but not as your actual passport

This EcoFlow battery station had enough capacity to power my entire home – and it’s $1,300 off

ZDNET’s key takeaways The EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra battery and inverter unit is available now for $6,299 while the Smart Home Panel 2 is available for $1,899. The single unit has a 6kWh capacity and supports a 7,200W output and 5.6kW solar input, allowing it to run an entire home, especially when stacked with other… Continue reading This EcoFlow battery station had enough capacity to power my entire home – and it’s $1,300 off

The best Samsung wireless chargers of 2024

Wireless charging is the most convenient way to charge your device these days, and if you have a Samsung phone, you have access to some of the fastest wireless charging available. You’ll need a charger that takes advantage of the capability,, though, as some chargers have limited capability. If you’re trying to find the best… Continue reading The best Samsung wireless chargers of 2024

My favorite car accessory helps you drive safer and save money

Syncwire Tire Inflator. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The Syncwire Tire Inflator is available from Amazon for $50.  It’s portable, has a decent charge, and is very easy to use. No facility to discharge air from overinflated tires. It’s easy to ignore the small things that make a big difference. For example, tire pressure. If… Continue reading My favorite car accessory helps you drive safer and save money