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zdnet.com > article > amazfit-t-rex-ultra-2-review

I went alpine skiing with this rugged watch and it tracked every slope in detail

1+ hour, 22+ min ago  (550+ words) Amazfit has been jumping off the ramp with its affordable smartwatches, and the latest model is big, bold, capable, and perfect for outdoor winter adventures. I've taken the Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 running in the rain, alpine skiing in the mountains…...

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zdnet.com > article > samsung-unpacked-surprise-announcements-what-to-expect

5 surprise products Samsung could unveil at Unpacked - including an ultra wide phone

1+ hour, 39+ min ago  (932+ words) In about a week, Samsung will kick off Unpacked 2026, one of the company's biggest events of the year, showcasing its next wave of devices. The event is scheduled for Feb 25 at 10 am PST / 1 pm EST. While the tech giant hasn't…...

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zdnet.com > home-and-office > home-entertainment > the-roku-channel-vs-google-tv-freeplay-free-tv-streaming

Want free TV streaming? How to get more than 1000 channels - no subscription required

2+ hour, 40+ min ago  (724+ words) As streaming service subscription prices continue to rise, many people are looking for other options and discovering a much cheaper alternative -- free, live TV streaming channels." If you're not aware, most smart TVs have built-in apps with free content and…...

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zdnet.com > home-and-office > smart-home > eufy-security-e340-review

Looking for a no-sub security camera? Here's one I recommend (and it's on sale)

16+ hour, 6+ min ago  (463+ words) If you're looking for a reliable video doorbell that can help protect your home and packages and offers local storage, let me introduce you to the Eufy Security Video Doorbell E340. This doorbell has two cameras: One gives you traditional visibility…...

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zdnet.com > article > blackview-tab-90-tablet-review

Is this $99 Android tablet better than my iPad Pro? Here's what caught me off guard

1+ day, 11+ hour ago  (570+ words) Claude Sonnet 4.6 delivers frontier-level AI for free and cheap-seat users Blackview, a brand primarily recognized for its rugged smartphones, has also ventured into the tablet market, offering devices that strike an impressive balance between performance and affordability." Also: Need a…...

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zdnet.com > home-and-office > home-entertainment > edifier-qr65-desktop-speakers-review

These slick desktop speakers sound as good as they look (and the price is right)

1+ day, 16+ hour ago  (735+ words) 5 custom ChatGPT instructions I use to get better AI results - faster When I sit at my desk to work, I play music in the background to avoid getting distracted. For an immersive listening experience that encourages productivity, I typically throw…...

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zdnet.com > home-and-office > energy > ev-battery-will-outlast-your-phone-battery-study

Why your EV's battery will outlive your phone's battery - and by how much

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (393+ words) Also:The best cheap portable power stations: Expert tested and reviewed But a study carried out byGenerational, a UK firm specializing in EV battery diagnostics, shows that EV batteries are surprisingly robust. The study looked at 8,000 cars and vans (from…...

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zdnet.com > article > apple-march-event-mac-ipad-rumors

Apple's March event: Every Mac and iPad expected - and the biggest rumor you can ignore

2+ day, 5+ hour ago  (441+ words) While I'm aware that Apple is working on some kind of iPad and Mac launch this spring, there is finally a confirmation and, more importantly, a date. Apple just sent out invitations to an event scheduled for March 4 at 9 am…...

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zdnet.com > home-and-office > home-entertainment > roku-streaming-stick-plus-deal

This $25 streaming stick breathed new life into my LG TV

2+ day, 20+ hour ago  (373+ words) I've tried more streaming devices than I can count over the past decade, but the $25 deal on the Roku Streaming Stick Plus is one of the best value for money right now. This is a big statement -- yet I'm prepared…...

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zdnet.com > home-and-office > the-three-weird-and-cheap-gadgets-zdnet-readers-are-buying-now

The three cheap gadgets ZDNET readers are buying nonstop (no. 1 is weird)

2+ day, 21+ hour ago  (293+ words) Presidents' Day'is here, and it's a great time to grab cheap, functional, and yes, even weird buys.' Also:'The best Presidents' Day deals so far' These are the three oddest gadgets that readers have been purchasing the most leading up…...