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Best gifts for hackers: Cybersecurity presents, secured
From hobbyist hackers and programmers to professionals, people will love our picks for tech gifts this holiday season.
The best Peloton alternatives in 2021: Top indoor smart bikes
Tired of the Peloton hype? Check out these smart bike alternatives from MYXfitness, Echelon, Bowflex, NordicTrack, and Sole.
Best tech deals at Cyber Monday prices: Walmart, Amazon, Best Buy, more
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, but retailers are still discounting tech gadgets at super-low prices. Here are the best deals.
Best Walmart Cyber Monday deals still available: $600 off 55" LG TV, $100 off Oculus Quest 2
Apparently, Cyber Monday doesn't end until Walmart says so. The retailer still has deals aplenty on our favorite TVs, speakers, gaming consoles, headphones, and more.
The best Instant Pot accessories in 2021
Take your Instant Pot game to new levels with these handy accessories.
The best treadmills in 2021: Resolutions now
Our top treadmill picks range from utilitarian manuals models designed to a take a beating, to hyper-connected motorized machines that will guide you through your entire fitness journey.
The best tech gifts for remote workers
Working from home doesn't have to be a series of compromises. Here are 13 gifts that will make your loved one's job easier.
Best iPhone accessories 2021: Cases, chargers, and more
We've tested over 1,000 iPhone accessories, from cases to mounts to chargers. These are the best of the bunch.
Best tech gifts for under $25: Holiday gadgets for less
Gift shopping with a $25 budget? These are the best tech gadgets and gizmos that will impress any recipient this holiday season.
FTC files lawsuit to block Nvidia's $40 billion takeover of Arm
Regulators around the globe are concerned Nvidia's proposed deal would give it too much control over computing technology and designs that are relied on by competitors.
Moto Watch 100: A compelling smartwatch for less than $100
The Apple Watch and the Galaxy Watch are the most popular smartwatches, but Motorola just revealed a competitive option at an affordable price.
The best cheap laptops in 2021: Under $350
Check out these top expert picks on the best budget laptops under $350 from Samsung, Dell, and more.
A robot is now delivering 7-Eleven snacks
Nuro and 7-Eleven are first in the Golden State with autonomous commercial delivery... because of the future.
2022 will be the year of the pizza-making robot
Early iterations have faltered, but it looks like automated pizza is here to stay.
The best rugged hard drives and SSDs in 2021
Keep your data safe, whatever you're doing and wherever you are in the world!
Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro, Microsoft Surface Go 3, Huawei MateBook 14s, and more: ZDNet's reviews roundup
Here's your guide to all the hardware our reviewers tested in November.
DJI Mavic 3 in flight
Flying the DJI Mavic 3 in Snowdonia, North Wales, UK.
Satechi Dock5 Multi-Device Charging Station
The perfect tool for cable and charger decluttering.
Satechi USB-C Hybrid Multiport adaptor
Connectivity and storage in a single device.
DJI Mavic 3: Unboxing and first look
DJI's flagship portable folding drone.
Yubikey Security Key C NFC
And there's a lot to like about the Yubikey Security Key C NFC, all for $29.
First look: 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro
Unboxing the new Apple 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro
Apple Watch Series 7: Unboxing and first impressions
Taking a first look at the Apple Watch Series 7.
First look at the YubiKey Bio
YubiKey Bio builds biometric authentication into a security key
Anker 20W Nano Pro charger (Anker 511 Charger)
Perfect for the iPhone 13.
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First Look: New Surface PCs include Android-based Duo 2 [in pictures]
All devices, including the Duo 2, will be available starting October 5, the day Microsoft launches Windows 11.
Next-generation Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
There's a next-generation Kindle Paperwhite, a new Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, and a brand-new waterproof Kindle Paperwhite Kids.
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First look: iPhone 13 Apple event [in pictures]
Here's your first peek at the iPhone 13 and other products making their first appearance during Apple's September 14 "California Streaming" event.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3, HP Elite Folio, and more: ZDNet's reviews roundup
From Samsung's latest smartphone innovations to some smart 2-in-1 convertibles and active noise cancelling earbuds, here's the hardware we tested in August.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, Dell Latitude laptops, Sony Xperia 1 III, and more: ZDNet's reviews roundup
From the latest loptops, to a slew of handheld devices and onto an IoT starter kit, here's the hardware we tested in July.
DJI gives two angles on drone filming
DJI's third version of its ultra-compact drone, the Mavic 3, has two different cameras, a wide-angle and a telephoto. Tiernan Ray says the device flies faster, too, and can record video in Apple Pro-Res or 5K quality. Read more: https://zd.net/3oWlpvF
Black Friday Best Buy deals: Fitbits, MacBooks, Lenovos, and more
If you're looking to get your hands on the hottest tech at a great price, ZDNet has rounded up some of the steepest deals Best Buy is offering this holiday shopping season, including MacBooks, Chromebooks, TVs, and more. Read more: https://zd.net/3nFr6i7
2021's best cheap tablets: Prices start at $55
ZDNet's Beth Mauder uncovers a great selection of affordable tablets from Apple, Amazon, and Samsung. Read more: https://zd.net/3BRCefK
Our old electronics are creating a mountain of e-waste heavier than the Great Wall of China
A new report shows that consumers are still forgetting to recycle their old devices. It comes with a huge carbon footprint. Read more: https://zd.net/3bjC5ql
Dell XPS 9510: The 15-inch laptop to beat
Another year, another XPS that is the laptop to beat if you don't want a MacBook.
Acer on evolution of PC, supply chain, and sustainability
ZDNet's Larry Dignan caught up with Acer CEO Jason Chen and Acer Pan-America chief Gregg Prendergast to talk about the state of PC demand, the impact of Chromebooks, and how sustainability is good business.
Nothing Ear 1 headphones: Worth the hype?
ZDNet's Beth Mauder takes you through her review of the Nothing Ear 1 headphones. The crisp audio, easy customizations within the app, and comfort can't be beat at a low $99 price tag.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic: Why it's a worthy Apple Watch challenger
Matt Miller says Samsung continues to refine the hardware with its best Galaxy Watch ever. Even more significant is that this watch is a Wear OS powered by Samsung smartwatch. Read more: https://zd.net/2Y38Q8s
Fitbit Charge 5: Simply the best fitness tracker available today
Fitbit's latest sports a color display, GPS, and elegant form factor. Matt Miller thinks it has everything you could want in a tracker -- and at a reasonable price. Read more: https://zd.net/3u2VIvl
LG TONE Free FP8: Third time is the charm
LG brought the ANC and UV bacteria-killing features from two previous earbuds and combined them into the TONE Free FP8. Matt Miller tells Beth Mauder that long battery life, comfort, and more make this new headset a worthy contender. Read more: https://zd.net/3kptpnJ
COROS Vertix 2: Extreme battery life for the outdoor adventurer
Matt Miller says COROS continues to challenge Garmin in the high-end GPS sports watch market by delivering very long battery life, onboard music, and compelling materials for a price that is less than rival offerings. Read more: https://zd.net/3lugsYZ
OnePlus Buds Pro review: Affordable ANC earbuds with custom sound profiles
Matt Miller says OnePlus is known for its competitive smartphones, but also dabbles in accessories. Its new earbuds offer ANC, water resistance, and much more for $150. Read more: https://zd.net/3mpsWTW
Amazfit PowerBuds Pro earbuds review: ANC, 9-hour battery, health monitoring
Matt Miller says active noise cancellation is all the rage today on earbuds and Amazfit offers reliable ANC and much more for $150. The earbuds even have a heart rate monitor, fitness tracking, and posture correction reminders. Read more: https://zd.net/3yXIRME
OnePlus Watch review: You get what you pay for
Matt Miller says the first smartwatch entry from OnePlus isn't as compelling as its smartphones, but for just $159, you get what you pay for. It gets the basics right with a lovely display, long battery life, solid design, phone call support, and more. Read more: https://zd.net/3fUF4s4
Samsung: How the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 will affect business
ZDNet's Larry Dignan caught up with John Curtis, VP and General Manager, and Hamshy Raveendran, Head of Product Management and Go To Market for Samsung's B2B Mobile Division, to talk about the business case for the company's foldable devices. Read more: https://zd.net/3yCzaDn
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