The DJI Power 1000 power station in action. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The DJI Power 1000 power station is available on Amazon for $699 with a $300 off coupon. It’s a powerful, premium quality power station that’s built to satisfy the needs of professional drone pilots. Unfortunately, there’s no storage compartment for the SDC… Continue reading DJI’s Power 1000 is one of the most unique battery stations I’ve tested, and it’s $300 off right now
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Apple keeps insisting your iPhone doesn’t need a case. Is anyone listening?
Screenshot by Chris Matyszczyk/ZDNET It’s rarely effective when someone tells you to ‘relax.’ It suggests you can just turn on your relax-o-meter and chill. Yet Apple has been doing this for quite some time and I’m not sure how well it’s working. Also: The best iPhone 15 cases you can buy right now You see,… Continue reading Apple keeps insisting your iPhone doesn’t need a case. Is anyone listening?
I tested a portable fog machine and it’s way more fun (and useful!) than I expected
Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways Lensgo Smoke B portable fog machine is currently $20 off on Amazon, bringing the price down to $148. Portable, easy to use, reliable, and generates a lot of fog. Fog fluid tank can leak in storage. What’s better than a fog machine? A portable fog machine! Photographers and videographers constantly… Continue reading I tested a portable fog machine and it’s way more fun (and useful!) than I expected
This thumb-sized accessory gave my old PC an instant speed boost
PNY CS3150 M.2 drive Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways PNY 1TB CS3150 M.2 storage drive, available from Amazon for $158. A fast M.2 drive that features active cooling to keep running temperatures below the maximum rated temperature. The heatsink makes the drive rather bulky, and you will also need a 4-pin fan header on the… Continue reading This thumb-sized accessory gave my old PC an instant speed boost
Save Time and Money on Your Next Office Chair with Staples.com
Staples offers comfortable chairs with seven-year warranties to ensure peace of mind and comfort well into the future. Staples Staples understands that every business, big or small, has unique requirements, so it is dedicated to providing a convenient and comprehensive solution for all your office essentials. Shopping made easy You want to save time and… Continue reading Save Time and Money on Your Next Office Chair with Staples.com
What is Matter? How the connectivity standard can change your smart home
Matter has received much attention in the Internet of Things (IoT) arena since its announcement in late 2019. The CSA, the organization behind the creation of Matter and Zigbee, wants to make it the new connectivity standard for smart homes. Since smart home devices and hubs started appearing on the market, the lack of compatibility between… Continue reading What is Matter? How the connectivity standard can change your smart home
Driving fast or braking hard? Your connected car may be telling your insurance company
David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images Automakers like General Motors (GM) are sharing customers’ detailed driving behavior data with insurance companies, which can lead to higher premiums for some drivers. According to a March report from The New York Times, the practice fuels concerns over privacy and consent in the IoT world. After that report… Continue reading Driving fast or braking hard? Your connected car may be telling your insurance company
The Samsung QLED TV that most people should buy is up to $2,200 off
Kerry Wan/ZDNET What’s the deal? Amazon is currently discounting up to $2,200 off the QN90C Neo QLED model. The 55-inch model I tested can be had for just $1,498 ($500 off). ZDNET’s key takeaways While it’s no longer the latest QLED model from Samsung, the QN90C is still a formidable TV in 2024, with fantastic… Continue reading The Samsung QLED TV that most people should buy is up to $2,200 off
What are virtual cards and when should you use them?
Getty Images/Oscar Wong Let’s be real, sometimes suspicious online websites have the best deals or the items we need. When you feel hesitant about entering your card information, you could benefit from using a virtual card — not to be confused with a digital wallet. Also: Is Temu legit? Everything to know before you place… Continue reading What are virtual cards and when should you use them?
The Jackery Explorer 1000 is one of the best portable power stations you can buy, and it’s on sale
Jackery Explorer 1000 Jackery What’s the deal? Right now, you can save a huge $370 when you buy the Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 1000 on Amazon, bringing it down to just $629, a massive 37% off. Want a bundle that comes with a 200W solar panel? Now you can save even more and get… Continue reading The Jackery Explorer 1000 is one of the best portable power stations you can buy, and it’s on sale