mattjeacock/Getty Images When you’re out and about, there might be times when you have to connect to a wireless network. That network could be at a coffee shop, an airport, a vehicle, a mall, or just about anywhere. The problem with connecting to public wireless networks is that you can never know if they can… Continue reading How to use public Wi-Fi safely: 5 things to know before you connect
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One of the best soundbars I’ve tested is not made by Bose or Sonos
Artie Beaty/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is available for $1,499. It’s on the expensive side, but the high-quality audio easily makes it worth the price. The soundbar is packed with features, but some of the best require a newer LG TV. LG released the S95TR soundbar earlier this year… Continue reading One of the best soundbars I’ve tested is not made by Bose or Sonos
Your Apple MacBook is getting a free upgrade – here are the best MacOS 15 features
Jason Hiner/ZDNET Apple previewed MacOS 15 Sequoia this week at WWDC, showing off an overhaul of the operating system for MacBooks and iMacs that centers around AI integration. This year’s WWDC was undoubtedly all about AI. It’s unsurprising since Apple took its time to discuss its plans for AI integration across its products. Now that… Continue reading Your Apple MacBook is getting a free upgrade – here are the best MacOS 15 features
This e-bike comes with a free grill (really)
Bakcou/ZDNET Got an outdoorsy dad that’s hard to buy for? Looking to pick up an eBike and like free things? Bakcou is offering a 28-inch Blackstone Omnivore Griddle propane grill (a $350 value) for free with the purchase of any new eBike from their lineup. Also: The 9 best Father Day gifts for tech-loving… Continue reading This e-bike comes with a free grill (really)
This is the only vacuum for pet hair you’ll ever need and it’s a whopping $400 off
Maria Diaz/ZDNET What’s the deal? The Deebot X2 Combo Complete is down to $1,300, with a limited-time $400 discount. ZDNET’s key takeaways The Deebot X2 Combo Complete is now available at Best Buy for $1,700, which gets you a robot vacuum and mop unit, a self-cleaning station, and a stick vacuum with four brush heads.… Continue reading This is the only vacuum for pet hair you’ll ever need and it’s a whopping $400 off
I don’t go anywhere without these 5 gadgets when I travel
As a tech journalist, I often travel across the US — and sometimes out of it — to attend product launch events, trade shows, and other briefings for news that readers care about. It certainly helps to be based in New York City, where most of the gadgetry madness tends to occur, but when I… Continue reading I don’t go anywhere without these 5 gadgets when I travel
Apple CarPlay is getting an upgrade – here are the coolest features announced at WWDC 2024
Apple Apple WWDC 2024 is over, and while things like VisionOS 2, iOS 18, and Apple Intelligence grabbed all the headlines, one announcement didn’t capture the attention it deserved. Apple CarPlay is about to get a big upgrade. Also: Apple WWDC 2024 recap: Every new feature in iOS 18, Siri, AI, and more Drivers will… Continue reading Apple CarPlay is getting an upgrade – here are the coolest features announced at WWDC 2024
June’s Pixel feature drop packs handy upgrades for your Google phone, watch, and tablet
Kerry Wan/ZDNET Google has announced another feature drop for Pixel devices, and Find My Device is already getting an upgrade. Several other nice additions are coming, too, including an easy way to see who called you, a new way to pay, and some significant safety features. Google phones, watches, and tablets are all getting some… Continue reading June’s Pixel feature drop packs handy upgrades for your Google phone, watch, and tablet
10 VisionOS features I’d like to see Apple announce at WWDC this week
David Gewirtz/ZDNET The Apple Vision Pro has been available since February. While it’s an impressive device, it’s also somewhat challenging and annoying to use. Some of that is unavoidable in a first-ever product in a new category, like the weight of the device and the fairly small field of view. But many annoyances can be… Continue reading 10 VisionOS features I’d like to see Apple announce at WWDC this week
I tested Minitailz’ AI-powered pet tracker, and it solved my biggest pain point as a dog owner
Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways Invoxia’s Minitailz Health and GPS Tracker retails for $99 on Amazon or the company website. An additional subscription cost is required. The tracker helps eliminate the guesswork about your dog’s whereabouts by tracking its location, activity, and even some biometrics. The subscription cost to use the tracker is more expensive… Continue reading I tested Minitailz’ AI-powered pet tracker, and it solved my biggest pain point as a dog owner