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    The best cheap smartwatches of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

    The OnePlus Watch 2 is nothing like the original OnePlus Watch, and that is a wonderful thing. While the website shows the price as $300, you can trade in any watch, even if it is broken, to get $50 off this price. Spending $250 for a flagship-level smartwatch is an amazing deal, and if you don’t have an iPhone or don’t want an Apple Watch SE, then this is the watch to buy.The OnePlus Watch 2 takes things to the next level by offering both RTOS and Wear OS 4 on a single watch with a dual-engine architecture. With this unique approach, the device is the most efficient Wear OS watch available today, with longer battery life than any other Google Wear OS device or Apple Watch.Review: I tested the ‘100-hour battery life’ smartwatch from OnePlus, and it blew me awayIn addition to a powerful operating system strategy, OnePlus has created one of the most elegant smartwatches available today. The device incorporates stainless steel in the watch body, a 2.5D smooth sapphire crystal watch face, and a durable silicone watch band. The right-side buttons are stylishly incorporated into the bezel, with a round button on top and an oval one on the bottom.Also make sure to check out the extensive number of workout and health settings, which include heart-rate alerts, breathing assessments while you sleep, auto-workout detection, and even customization of the displays for your favorite workouts.OnePlus Watch 2 tech specs: Display: 1.43-inch 466 x 466 pixels AMOLED | Battery life: 100 hours | Dimensions: 47 x 46.6 x 12.1mm | Weight: 80 grams | Water/Dust resistance: 5 ATM | LTE cellular option: No   More

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    Synchron’s mind-controlled Apple Vision Pro and ChatGPT Voice Mode lead the Index

    Synchron Welcome to ZDNET’s Innovation Index, which identifies the most innovative developments in tech from the past week and ranks the top four, based on votes from our panel of editors and experts. Our mission is to help you identify the trends that will have the biggest impact on the future. In huge news for brain-computer […] More

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    The best 4K TVs of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

    Since 4K TVs were first introduced to customers back in 2013, they have become not only higher quality and versatile, but much more affordable. Now that 4K is the standard, it’s possible to get a great TV to upgrade your home theater without spending a fortune. Brands like Samsung, LG, and Sony are known for their premium models with features like object tracking sound, ambient light sensors, sound sensors, and machine learning processors, while other brands offer more budget-focus choices that still do a fantastic job.Also: The best TVs: Expert testedIf you’re sticking to a modest budget, brands like Hisense, TCL, and Roku offer quality 4K TVs for much lower prices. Those brands do have high-end choices, but those are outliers. For the budget-friendly choices, you’ll still find plenty of great features and good video and audio. With so many options available, it can be a bit of an overwhelming task to shop for a new 4K TV. To help you find the best fit for your budget, space, and entertainment needs, I’ve rounded up five of the best 4K TVs you can buy right now. I’ve broken down their features and price points to help you find the TV of your dreams.What’s the best 4K TV right now?Based on our extensive testing, our pick for the best 4K TV overall is the Samsung S95D More