The holiday shopping season is just around the corner, and you may already be looking to find the best deals on gifts and gadgets that won’t empty your wallet. If you want to stick to a strict budget this year, don’t worry — you can find some very useful tech products and other gadgets for… Continue reading The best Black Friday deals under $25: Early sales available now
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Google is ending Android Auto support for older phones. Here’s why (and the simple fix)
Charlie Osborne/ZDNET If you’re an Android Auto user with an older phone, you might need to upgrade soon to continue using the service. As of this week, the in-car information and entertainment app is dropping support for phones running Android 8. Also: One of the best Android Auto wireless adapters just got a useful (and… Continue reading Google is ending Android Auto support for older phones. Here’s why (and the simple fix)
How I optimized the cheapest 98-inch TV available to look and sound incredible (and it’s $1,000 off)
Max Buondonno/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways TCL’s 98-inch Class S5 Series TV is one of the most accessibly-priced TVs of its size, and it’s currently on sale for $1,000 off. Watching movies and TV shows on such a big display is as close to a theatre-like experience as one can get at home. With such a… Continue reading How I optimized the cheapest 98-inch TV available to look and sound incredible (and it’s $1,000 off)
The 10 best Black Friday portable power station deals 2024: Early sales live now
Portable power stations are incredibly versatile and useful tools for a variety of situations, making them a must-have for anyone who enjoys outdoor activities or needs backup power at home. These compact devices allow you to charge multiple electronics simultaneously, from smartphones and laptops to appliances, ensuring you stay connected and powered up wherever you… Continue reading The 10 best Black Friday portable power station deals 2024: Early sales live now
Sick of missing your exit? These new Google Maps features can help
Google If you use Google Maps, several new features are on the way to make your journey a little easier — including Gemini, the company’s AI assistant, to help find suggestions and answer your questions, as well as enhanced navigation “from start to finish.” In a blog post on Thursday, Google announced a number of… Continue reading Sick of missing your exit? These new Google Maps features can help
The best headphones for working out in 2024: Expert tested and reviewed
Show more (1 item) Listening to music or a podcast may make your workout feel like it’s going by faster, but that’s only if your headphones are up to the sweaty challenge. It can feel nearly impossible to go on a run or finish your reps without your favorite songs blasting in your ears. As… Continue reading The best headphones for working out in 2024: Expert tested and reviewed
WebexOne 2024: Cisco’s vision for the future of immersive collaboration
Jason Perlow/ZDNET At WebexOne 2024, Cisco announced major advancements in AI and XR for its Webex platform, redefining what collaboration can mean for businesses today. Held at the Diplomat Resort in Hollywood, Florida, the third annual WebexOne showcased Cisco’s expansion from a video conferencing platform into a sophisticated suite that supports AI-driven workspaces, immersive customer… Continue reading WebexOne 2024: Cisco’s vision for the future of immersive collaboration
The best 50-inch TVs of 2024: Expert recommended
When you’re investing in a new TV, the top three factors you should consider are picture quality, screen size, and color contrast. Depending on your space, you may choose a 50-inch, a 55-inch, a 65-inch, a 75-inch (or perhaps an even larger) TV to view your favorite shows, movies, and games. If you’re looking for a… Continue reading The best 50-inch TVs of 2024: Expert recommended
Finally, an iPhone MagSafe car mount that charges fast while keeping things cool
ZDNET’s key takeaways This ESR car charger supports the Qi2 standard, allowing it to power up at 15W. The CryoBoost fan helps to keep your iPhone cool when charging. You do have to supply your own 12V USB-C car charger. Do you need to charge your iPhone in the car but are frustrated by having… Continue reading Finally, an iPhone MagSafe car mount that charges fast while keeping things cool
One of the most innovative Android phones I’ve tested isn’t made by Samsung or Google
ZDNET’s key takeaways The HMD Skyline is the first Android phone to support Qi2 wireless charging, which means it can be magnetically attached to compatible accessories. It’s also user-repairable, with the company offering spare displays, batteries, and other parts for at least seven years. At $500, tradeoffs are to be expected, such as the middling… Continue reading One of the most innovative Android phones I’ve tested isn’t made by Samsung or Google