ZDNET’s key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is optimized for the company’s OLED TVs with immersive audio features. The LGS95TR may be expensive, but the high-quality audio is easily worth the price. The soundbar has many features, but some of the best ones require a newer LG TV model. more buying choices… Continue reading The LG soundbar I prefer for my home theater slaps with immersive audio – and it’s not the newest model
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Aqara’s first outdoor camera is this smart home enthusiast’s dream device – here’s why
ZDNET’s key takeaways The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro is available for $180 for the Wi-Fi version and $200 for the PoE version This indoor/outdoor security camera doubles as a smart home hub, features 1520p resolution for crystal-clear images, RTSP support, and has a built-in NPU to process video with AI for visual recognition The… Continue reading Aqara’s first outdoor camera is this smart home enthusiast’s dream device – here’s why
This portable battery can save your next camping trip for only $159
Maria Diaz/ZDNET What’s the deal? My favorite compact portable battery, the EcoFlow River 3, is currently $100 off, available for only $159. Also: The 55+ best Amazon Presidents’ Day tech deals live right now ZDNET’s key takeaways The EcoFlow River 3 is a new compact portable battery. It is available for $259, but it is… Continue reading This portable battery can save your next camping trip for only $159
Can’t find any good Netflix shows? I used these secret codes to unlock the full catalog
Kerry Wan/ZDNET Netflix wasn’t the first streaming platform, but it was the first to make video-on-demand mainstream. Fourteen years ago, as it phased out its mailing service, it took a massive bite out of the global market. Also: Your TV’s USB port is a hidden gem: 5 surprising benefits you’re missing out on Remember that? Physical… Continue reading Can’t find any good Netflix shows? I used these secret codes to unlock the full catalog
The 50+ best early Amazon Presidents’ Day tech deals live right now
ZDNET Presidents’ Day 2025 is almost here, and it’s the perfect time to shop seasonal savings on home, tech, apparel, and more. With the holiday incoming, nearly every major retailer is slashing prices to celebrate. Perhaps one of the easiest retailers you can skim deals at? Amazon — where you can shop for savings any time… Continue reading The 50+ best early Amazon Presidents’ Day tech deals live right now
I brought my aging PC back to life with this lightweight Linux OS – and it’s easy to use
ZDNET There are many lightweight Linux distributions on the market, many of which are outstanding options for bringing aging hardware back to life with speed, flexibility, and security that those old computers might never have known. That’s part of the beauty of Linux — it’s not only flexible, reliable, and secure, but it’s also perfectly… Continue reading I brought my aging PC back to life with this lightweight Linux OS – and it’s easy to use
AI humanoid robots step closer – thanks to new $350 million investment
Apptronik AI-powered humanoid robots that co-exist with humans to help our workloads may seem like the plot of a sci-fi movie, but companies have been working on them for years. Case in point: Apptronik, a robotics lab founded in early 2016, has been working on a 5-foot 8-inch, 160-pound, general-purpose humanoid robot named Apollo. The… Continue reading AI humanoid robots step closer – thanks to new $350 million investment
Stop losing important stuff: The AirTag 4-Pack is at its lowest price ever this Presidents’ Day
Maria Diaz/ZDNET The new year is a great time to score lingering deals, and the Apple AirTag 4-Pack is one big example. Amid rumors of a new generation of the Apple AirTag, we’re seeing huge discounts making this the best time to buy the current generation. The Apple AirTag is one of those products I… Continue reading Stop losing important stuff: The AirTag 4-Pack is at its lowest price ever this Presidents’ Day
This EcoFlow power station keeps my lights on during outages and it’s $1,200 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 power station keeps my lights on during outages and it’s $1,200 off
These open earbuds are among the most comfortable I’ve tested – and they get plenty loud
ZDNET’s key takeaways The Baseus MC1 Open Ear Clip-On Earbuds are on sale on Amazon for $60. They’re some of the most comfortable I’ve worn for exercising, and easily stay put when moving around. Although the MC1 earbuds don’t produce the best sound, it’s quite clear and loud enough for you to hear in most… Continue reading These open earbuds are among the most comfortable I’ve tested – and they get plenty loud