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Tech companies are evolving their health trackers to make them smaller, thinner, and near-invisible. Here's why.

Using a portable power station to its full potential is ideal for getting your money's worth and enjoying uninterrupted power.

Our guide lists the top routers on the market that provide VPN coverage throughout your entire home. We've ranked them based on speed, security, and reliability.

A new partnership between Visa and OpenAI takes the next step in AI-led purchasing. Here's what an expert wants you to know.

Marshall revamped its midrange headphones with stellar comfort, repairability, and a marathon battery life.

No battery lasts forever. But it's often in your power to extend its life. Here's our checklist for identifying the causes of battery degradation - and how to fix each one.

Some of your favorite soundbar settings for music and movies aren't compatible with live sports broadcasts.

Phyphox can do so much that explaining it all would take hours. The real fun starts once you begin testing the world around you.

Claude Fable 5 gave users access to Mythos-class power, but its hidden safeguards turned a safety feature into a trust problem for Anthropic.

How do you create real ROI from autonomous AI? Three digital leaders share lessons they've learned in the field.

One less-discussed iOS 27 feature announced at Apple's WWDC is support for Channel Sounding. Look for it whenever you see Bluetooth 6.3 devices.

Even Messenger and WhatsApp appear to be impacted on Friday morning.

Amazon Prime Day is coming up, and these five Blink Outdoor 4 security cameras are already on sale for $21 each - the lowest price we've ever seen.

Getting the best Wi-Fi performance requires strategic antenna positioning, proper router placement, and a bit of trial and error. Here's my advice.

Android Auto isn't just for city streets anymore. Here are the apps that help me get more done on road trips.

Dell and HP both make excellent laptops, but each excels in different areas. Here are the key differences.

Change these Google Messages settings for a cleaner, quieter, and more private texting experience.

Think twice about what permissions you are providing your AI agents and what actions they can take on your behalf.

Right now at Best Buy, you can snag a 98-inch Hisense QD5 QLED TV for just under $1,000.

As fights against data centers spring up around the country, the latest showdown in Nashville has a furry face.

Save on top Apple devices with these early Prime Day deals, hand-selected by experts who sleep, breathe, and eat Apple.

I'm a health and wearables editor, and these are some of the top smartwatch, smart ring, and wellness deals I've found ahead of Prime Day.

Dell and Lenovo specialize in PCs, laptops, and other computing products, but which one is better? Here's how to decide based on your needs.

After testing hundreds of smart home devices, I rounded up the best options to get started with your smart home without breaking the bank.

Take a moment to toggle these settings, and your driving experience will improve immediately. You're welcome.

The new cloud-based, open-source alternative to Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace is here, as LibreOffice backers lambast its reliance on Microsoft document formats.

We asked ZDNET readers to predict Apple's WWDC announcements for a chance to win a new Apple Watch. Here's what you said.

The TCL QM8L offers gorgeous picture quality with rich audio to match, and you can save big on one right now.

Disappointed in Amazon's selection of gaming deals ahead of the Prime Day 2026 sale? Best Buy has you covered.

You may want to check Sam's Club first before filling your Amazon cart this Prime Day.

Knowing the facts on home solar power can help you make informed choices, save money, and stay safe.

Your laptop can make or break or time in college, so you want to make sure you get the right one. Here's what to consider.

We tested Toggl Track, Timely, 7pace, QuickBooks Time, and ActivityWatch to find the best time-tracking tools for freelancers and remote teams.

Known primarily for containers and servers, Alpine Linux isn't always considered for traditional desktop use. I think this lightweight distro could be your daily driver. Here's why.

We reported live from Apple Park to cover the company's developer conference. Here's everything you need to know.

Amazon Prime Day is coming soon, but top phone deals from Samsung, Google, and Motorola are already live.

The new Siri AI is finally here - sort of. Here's how to join the waitlist and try Apple's next-gen assistant early.

Amazon's Prime Day sale returns in a few weeks, but these are our favorite early deals you can shop right now.

If you suspect someone may be on your Wi-Fi network without your permission, here's how to find out - and what to do about it.

With iOS 27, only certain iPhone models and other devices will support all Siri features. Here's how this works.

Looking for the most efficient way to clear out photos and videos from your Android phone? It's just a swipe away with an easy-to-use app called Sponge.

The AirPods Pro 3 are the best earbuds for Apple users. My only complaint is that I didn't get them for $70 off like they are with this deal.

Amazon Prime Day is coming soon, and we've rounded up all the best cheap deals on gadgets and devices.

Prime Day may be coming soon, but Costco already has great discounts live on home essentials, top tech, and more.

We found the best early deals on iPads, Surface Pros, and more, ahead of Amazon's Prime Day sale later this month.

Prime Day is right around the corner, and I've found the best headphone deals - many of which are recent, flagship releases from Apple, Sony, Bose, and more.

Among the 198 vulnerabilities are 32 critical ones and three publicly disclosed zero-day flaws, so you'll want to install this update ASAP.

Local AI is the way to go, and Hermes with open-source Ollama is my preferred setup right now.

Amazon Prime Day is right around the corner, and I found the best robot vacuum deals that are actually a great deal.

Your phone holds a lot of personal information, from where you go to who you talk to every day. Here's how to limit what can access your data and when.