2023-01-31 09:00:00 www.zdnet.com Plugable Shoppers for multi-port USB hubs and monitor adapters may be familiar with Plugable, the computer accessories maker behind some of the best docking stations we’ve tested at ZDNET. Today, the company is …
Schlage adds new Lever smart lock to Encode lineup
2023-01-31 09:48:44 www.zdnet.com The lock easily replaces a doorknob on most doors. Schlage Ever wish you could put a smart lock on a single bore hole door without drilling another hole on it? Schlage has just …
A ‘more premium’ Nothing Phone (2) is coming this year. Here’s what we know so far
2023-01-31 07:40:48 www.zdnet.com Image: June Wan / ZDNET Nothing’s Phone (1) launched in the US in January and now it has been revealed that it will be succeeded by a premium Phone (2). Nothing CEO, Carl …
OLED vs. QLED: Which is better?
2023-01-30 13:23:20 www.zdnet.com Samsung 65-inch QLED 8K Smart TV Samsung OLED and QLED offer noticeably different display types. QLED (Quantum Dot Light Emitting Diode) TVs present brighter images than standard LCD TVs. This is because QLED …
ChatGPT can’t make music, but Google’s new AI model can
2023-01-30 13:53:20 www.zdnet.com Getty Images/xia yuan A major barrier to entry in the music industry is production costs. Even once an artist collects the funds, finding a music producer and studio to meet their needs can …
This Acer 516 GE Chromebook is $200 off at Best Buy
2023-01-30 14:08:44 www.zdnet.com Michael Gariffo/ZDNET Needless to say, gaming is incredibly popular, but in order to play most games, you need a high-power gaming PC or laptop. However, Chromebooks are quickly becoming the go-to for cloud …
Samsung’s fourth quarter profit dips from poor chip and smartphone sales
2023-01-30 19:40:00 www.zdnet.com Samsung saw its profit drop substantially during the fourth quarter from poor sales of memory chips and the continued slowdown in demand for smartphones. The South Korean tech giant said on Tuesday that …
OpenAI is hiring developers to make ChatGPT better at coding
2023-01-30 17:15:53 www.zdnet.com StackCommerce OpenAI is hiring hundreds of contractors from different parts of the globe to help ChatGPT get better at coding, according to reporting from Semafor. More specifically, the company is hiring computer programmers …
How to run a Windows app on Linux with Wine
2023-01-30 15:34:39 www.zdnet.com Johner Images/Getty Images Wine is not an emulator. That’s actually what Wine stands for. It’s a bit confusing, but suffice it to say that Wine allows you to run Windows apps on Linux. …
PikaOS is a next-gen Linux distribution aimed specifically toward gamers
2023-01-30 14:09:08 www.zdnet.com Elizaveta Starkova/Getty Images I love test-driving a new Linux distribution. And given how easy Linux has become over the years, finding a new take on the OS that hasn’t been done can be …
This Asus gaming laptop is less than $500 at Best Buy
2023-01-30 10:41:11 www.zdnet.com Amazon At Best Buy, you can secure this Asus 15.6-inch touchscreen cloud gaming Chromebook for $200 off its normal $699 price tag. The gaming Chromebook features an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of …
This must-have screwdriver has two cool hidden tricks
2023-01-30 09:38:35 www.zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET I have a lot of screwdrivers. My favorite set for repairing tech gadgets is my trusty iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit, but that set has so many parts that I’m reluctant to …
Foldable iPad is coming and could arrive in 2024, says analyst
2023-01-30 08:05:38 www.zdnet.com Your next iPad might be a folding model, if an analyst’s predictions are correct. Image: Getty Images Apple will release a foldable iPad with a carbon fiber kickstand in 2024, according to noted …
You can now buy the Ring video doorbell for only $35 on Amazon
2023-01-30 03:53:21 www.zdnet.com Amazon Home security is no longer just about making sure you lock your doors and windows. Thanks to the development of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, we can now monitor our homes in …
United Airlines says it’s the best in the world, so why is it worse than Southwest?
2023-01-29 08:00:17 www.zdnet.com Katherin Ziegler/Getty Images I’m a little confused at the best of times. I look around the world, I listen to what people say, and, too often, murmur to myself: “Oh, why?” I’m especially …
Save $20 on the Dark Matter mic to level up your recordings
2023-01-28 08:00:00 www.zdnet.com The built-in LED light can display a variety of colors for a fun flair. Monoprice When I’m gaming, I need my friends to be able to hear what I’m saying so we can …
TCL’s 65-inch 6 Series 4K QLED TV just went on clearance: Hurry to save $300
2023-01-27 12:06:00 www.zdnet.com TCL Looking for a TV ahead of everyone’s favorite sporting event, Super Bowl Sunday? Whether you’re cheering for a new team this year or just want to watch those super bowl commercials, there’s …
This iPad Air just dropped to $800 on Amazon
2023-01-27 12:57:00 www.zdnet.com Best Buy Apple is dominating the tablet industry, much like they do in the phone and smartwatch markets as well, and if you want to add a tablet, you can for a lower …
TP-Link Mesh home Wi-Fi router pack goes on sale at B&H
2023-01-27 06:19:00 www.zdnet.com Amazon It’s often the case that upgrading your router is the last thing you think of when you consider smart devices for your home. However, without the right connectivity backbone, your smart home …
Get ready: Microsoft says it will start auto-upgrading Windows 11 21H2 PCs
2023-01-27 06:45:17 www.zdnet.com Image: Getty Images / Elena Katkova Windows 11 21H2 doesn’t reach end-of-support until October 10, but Microsoft will start automatically upgrading devices on it to Windows 11 22H2, a version it says has …
Razer’s Edge Gaming handheld now available in Wi-Fi and 5G flavors
2023-01-26 13:14:00 www.zdnet.com Razer Razer’s Edge gaming handheld is finally available in both its Wi-fi equipped and 5G-enabled versions, with Verizon at long last confirming exactly what buyers can expect to pay for the 5G version, …
DOJ takes down ransomware group with a ’21st century cyber stakeout’
2023-01-26 13:56:00 www.zdnet.com By Dzelat — Shutterstock After a months-long covert operation, the US Justice Department (DOJ) and its international partners have taken down an international ransomware network known as Hive, the agency announced Thursday. Since …
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds Live dropped to $79 at Walmart
2023-01-26 14:02:00 www.zdnet.com Samsung If you’re in the market for a new pair of earbuds to take with you on your travels, you’ll want one that can play your tunes for hours. Available at Walmart, the …
How to cool your Raspberry Pi (and should you?)
2023-01-26 12:46:37 www.zdnet.com Olly Curtis/Future via Getty Images Raspberry Pi computers are awesome. Their versatility and flexibility never fails to impress me, and combine that with a massive ecosystem of add-ons and accessories, you have an …
How to change your username in Windows 11
2023-01-26 10:51:38 www.zdnet.com d3sign/Getty Images You’re probably using Windows 11 with either a local account or a Microsoft account. Either way, maybe you want to change the username associated with your account. No problem. The process …
The developer role is changing radically, and these figures show how
2023-01-26 08:08:34 www.zdnet.com Image: Luis Alvarez/Getty Microsoft-owned GitHub says it now has more than 100 million developers using the code-hosting service to contribute to software projects. GitHub’s user numbers are up from 73 million in 2021 …
Microsoft is testing this neat split-screen tabs feature for its Edge browser
2023-01-26 05:54:29 www.zdnet.com Image: Microsoft Microsoft is working on a new split-screen feature that lets Edge fans on macOS and Windows split an open window into two tabs for a side-by-side comparison of content. The new …
Tesla promises Cybertruck production is on track, teases next-gen platform
2023-01-25 18:07:51 www.zdnet.com Tesla’s long-awaited Cybertruck “remains on track to begin production later this year at Gigafactory Texas,” the electric vehicle company promised Wednesday, in its latest quarterly financial report. The assurance comes after years of …
Too many Google Chrome tabs open? Here’s how to take back control
2023-01-25 14:42:00 www.zdnet.com If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance that you’re using Google Chrome. The browser is used to display some three-quarters of all web traffic. Take a moment to look at how many …
Microsoft CEO Nadella: ‘Expect us to incorporate AI in every layer of the stack’
2023-01-25 10:00:41 www.zdnet.com Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images Tuesday night, on Microsoft’s fiscal second-quarter earnings conference call with Wall Street analysts, CEO Satya Nadella offered perhaps his broadest vision to date about what the company’s investment …
Apple just patched this ‘actively exploited’ flaw in older iPhones and iPads
2023-01-25 06:08:59 www.zdnet.com Image: Apple Apple has once again released a patch for a likely critical flaw affecting the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and older iPads — models for which it rarely provides security. …
Lenovo’s $499 sale on a 31-inch ThinkVision monitor shouldn’t be missed
2023-01-25 05:37:33 www.zdnet.com Lenovo With so many of us working from home now on a permanent basis, it’s worth investing in the right kit to stay productive. We’ve found a monitor, geared toward professionals, that is …
LG C2 deal: Save $1,300 on the 83-inch OLED at Best Buy
2023-01-24 20:11:00 www.zdnet.com LG If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to snag a quality OLED TV for your home theater or living room, you can save $1,300 on the 83-inch LG C2 right now …