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Best desktops for design, graphics, video and photography in 2020: iMac Pro, Surface Studio 2, and more
As Apple's desktop Macs enter a period of uncertainty, PC manufacturers offer attractive alternatives for creative users.
Garmin Instinct Solar first look review: Rugged outdoor GPS sports watch powered by the sun
In 2018, Garmin launched the Instinct line of GPS sports watches with a focus on rugged design for unrestricted outdoor adventures. It's latest announcement brings solar charging capability to three editions, with solar support also launching on the Fenix 6/6S and tactix Delta.
Huawei MateBook X Pro, Sony Xperia 1 II, Moto G8 Power and G8 Power Lite, and more: ZDNet's reviews round-up
From Huawei's high-quality laptop to a collection of new smartphones and Intel's NUC workstation, here's the kit we got our hands on during June.
Smoke & Mirrors, book review: How to identify and filter out technology hype
If we keep falling for hype, inventors and hypesters will keep spinning wild stories at us. Gemma Milne's accessible and instructive book looks at examples across a wide range of technologies.
Best webcams for remote-working video calls in 2020: Logitech, Meeting Owl, Razer, and more
The pandemic lockdown will leave a legacy of increased remote working, so it's a good time to upgrade your webcam. Here are ten leading contenders.
Fitbit Charge 4 on long-term test: Good features, but battery life with GPS is an issue
The Charge 4 performs very well as a general health and fitness tracker, but power users will want more granular metrics and a longer-lasting battery for GPS use.
Startup Myths and Models, book review: A quirky guide to Startup Land
Packed with anecdotes and experience, but also with rather pointless analogies, this by turns enlightening and irritating book promises to help you navigate the perilous world of startups.
OnePlus 8 Pro on long-term test: Still a top-class flagship smartphone
This top-of-the-range OnePlus handset remains a firm favourite after a lengthy period of evaluation.
Huawei MateBook X Pro, Sony Xperia 1 II, Moto G8 Power and G8 Power Lite, and more: ZDNet's reviews round-up
From Huawei's high-quality laptop to a collection of new smartphones and Intel's NUC workstation, here's the kit we got our hands on during June.
Apple MacBook Pro, Apple Magic Keyboard, Asus Chromebook Flip C436, TCL 10 Pro, and more: Reviews round-up
From Apple's latest update of its MacBook to a solidly made Asus Chromebook and onto Google's Pixel Buds, here's the kit we reviewed in May.
Speck Presidio cases (for Apple iPhone SE) in pictures
Even though the new Apple iPhone SE is attractively priced for the masses, it is still prudent to protect the phone from drops. Speck has a few options available to aid in protecting your iPhone from drops eight to ten feet high.
Totallee case collection for the Apple iPhone SE
The 2020 Apple iPhone SE is Apple's most affordable iPhone and is a great buy at $399. Totallee offers ultra-slim cases that provide scratch and bump protection while also making it a bit easier to hold onto your iPhone.
Speck Balance Folio Clear for Apple iPad (2019): 4 feet drop protection and multi-angle stand
The entry level Apple iPad is a great buy and for a reasonable $45 you can add drop protection and a case with multiple angles for viewing or typing. Speck high-quality build and functionality is present in this iPad case.
Nomad Rugged Case for Google Pixel Buds: Attractive leather covering enhances the earbud experience
Nomad is known for making high quality Horween leather accessories for mobile gear and the new Rugged Case for the 2020 Pixel Buds is another well-designed product. The additional lanyard option also helps ensure your Google earbuds are always in reach.
Apple iPhone SE, iPad Pro 2020, Dell XPS 13, Huawei P40 Pro, and more: ZDNet's reviews round-up
From Apple's budget phone refresh to a range of new flagship Android devices and a huge outdoor speaker, here's the hardware we got our hands on in April.
Get the bigger picture: multi-tasking monitors for power users
A large monitor, up to 49 inches in size, can reduce desktop clutter and boost productivity for knowledge workers and creative users.
ZAGG InvisibleShield protectors and Gear4 cases for Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G: hands-on
ZAGG has new screen protector options with maximum clarity and blue light filter features. It's Gear4 branded cases offer drop protection, slim design, and ability to make the back of the phone flush with the large camera array.
Working from home on a laptop? Check out these external monitors
Here are ten monitors covering a range of sizes, price points and specifications that should make working from home easier and more ergonomic.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus, LG V60 ThinQ 5G, Microsoft Surface Laptop 3, and more: ZDNet's reviews round-up
From Samsung's class-leading Android phone to Microsoft's updated Surface device and a cost-conscious smartwatch, here's the hardware we got our hands on in March.
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra, Apple Mac Pro, HP Elite Dragonfly, and more: ZDNet's reviews round-up
From Samsung's new flagship device to Apple's high-performance tower system and a robot vacuum, here's the kit we tested in February.
Speck Presidio case options for the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G: Hiding the camera bump
Speck makes excellent cases with drop protection for 13 feet with improved grip. With the massive camera bump on the new Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G, a Speck case is a must have for hiding the hump with a case.
BodyGuardz PRTX shatterproof screen protectors for iPhone 11 Pro: hands-on
Today's smartphones often cost $1,000 or more so it is important to protect the glass displays. BodyGuardz recently launched its PRTX synthetic tempered glass screen protectors for the Apple iPhone 11 models.
Totallee slim transparent case for Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra: Minimalist bump and scratch resistance
The new Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a beast of a phone so you are going to want a minimalist case to provide some protection. Totallee's ultra-thin cases are designed to help you hold your phone and protect it from scratches and bumps.
Video: ioSafe rugged storage demo
ioSafe's CEO Robb Moore visited ZDNet UK's offices to show off the company's fireproof, waterproof, shockproof, crushproof and theftproof external hard drives and SSDs
The future of the desktop: webinar
Check out ZDNet Australia's webinar on the future of the desktop.
The desktop of tomorrow: conference watch
In this live panel, we look at some of the latest developments in the evolution of the desktop: what they bring to businesses, and where it is all heading.
Dell Latitude E4300
Dell's Latitude E4300 shares many of the exciting features of its larger siblings, but also sacrifices a lot in exchange for portability.
T-Mobile's G1 brings Android to the UK
More than just another mobile operating system, Android is Google's spearhead onto phones. Charles McLellan finds it fast, fun and full of good ideas
Is desktop security broken beyond repair?
At the AusCERT 2007 conference in Queensland last week, keynote speaker Ivan Krstić, who is the director of security architecture for the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) project, told attendees that desktop security was fundamentally broken. We asked several security experts who attended the conference if they agreed and how the problem could be fixed.
Vista ShadowCopy forgives unwise edits
If you start editing a document and then, after making numerous changes and saving the changes, you realise you shouldn't have made the changes in the first place, ShadowCopy might save the day. In this video we demonstrate how to access a "backup" version of the file that was created by Vista.
Sticky keys mean one-fingered ctrl-alt-del
Vista has a feature called sticky keys, which is enabled by quickly pressing the shift key five times. While sticky keys are active, Windows will pretend consecutive key presses happen simultaneously.
Fewer lost files with Vista desktop search
Microsoft has finally integrated a full desktop search facility into Windows, which is designed to ensure you never lose a file again.We spoke to Microsoft Australia's Paul Randle for these tips and tricks.
Video: Michael Dell in Sydney
His name synonymous with the PC industry, Dell was recently in town to meet customers, employees and members of the media.
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