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Jada Jones/ZDNETIn addition to a pair of trusty headphones for private listening when you’re out in public, you need a portable speaker to keep the music bumping when you’re outside grilling, swimming, or walking. A speaker to have inside for jamming out while you’re cleaning, cooking, or hosting friends is a bonus, and one that’s stylish enough to go from your outdoor hike to your indoor dinner party is a rarity.Also: The best Mother’s Day gifts for tech-loving momsAlthough smart home speakers and portable Bluetooth speakers are a dime a dozen — and I’ve tested plenty to know — few are a blend of both. The Sonos Roam 2 is the one I reach for, even a year after its release.Here’s why it’s still my favorite.It’s a perfect blend of style and functionality More

RonPeigl / Getty Images Wireless internet connections are convenient, but they’re also notoriously unreliable. Nothing proves that point more emphatically than a glitchy video conference call, especially if it’s tied to a crucial business meeting. The solution is to run a wired network connection to your home office. Wi-Fi is great for mobility, but a […] More

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Nvidia Shield TV Nvidia Nvidia rolled out a new patch for its SHIELD TV back in February, providing a much-needed support boost to a seemingly forgotten device. More recently, the company started rolling out another update to the hardware, dubbed SHIELD Experience Upgrade 9.2.1.  Also: Your Roku TV may experience an HDR bug with the latest […] More

Savushkin/Getty Images Google added Gemini to Sheets, and it has changed the trajectory of my life… Fine, I’m being a little dramatic, but don’t act like I’m the only one who thinks a lot of “AI innovations” are a load of you know what. 🤬 Most “AI innovations” are either overhyped or just plain ridiculous; […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Obsbot Tail 2 PTZR is a $1,200 rotating camera that’s ideal for conferences and livestreams. It features great build quality and AI tracking that actually works. The price doesn’t make it the most accessible camera on the market, and its auto-leveling option feels excessive. –> When it comes to the […] More

Roku is a popular streaming platform for people looking for an affordable smart TV or a way to turn a “dumb” TV into one that’s capable of easily streaming movies, shows, and music. TCL and Hisense were among the biggest brands that partnered with Roku to provide a streaming platform to customers, but in 2023, Roku began to produce its own TVs, while TCL and Hisense moved to Google TV for their platforms. If you’re willing to pick up a slightly older model, you can still find Roku-based TCL and Hisense models, but your best luck will be a Roku-branded Pro, Plus, or Select Series TV. What is the best Roku TV right now? At ZDNET, we’ve tested and researched some of the best Roku TVs to help you choose the right one. The Roku Pro Series More