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Roku/ZDNETRoku entered the smart home market a few years ago with affordable devices, including security cameras and video doorbells. Today, the streaming device manufacturer is rolling out an update to make the smart home more accessible through devices that users use daily — TVs, smartphones, and laptops.Also: Want to avoid the YouTube TV price hike? This trick worked for me (eventually)The updates include a new Camera Carousel accessible from your TV that automatically cycles through your security cameras’ live feeds to display the one camera currently capturing the action. So, if you have cameras all around the outside of your home, you’ll get a preview of each in a carousel on your TV, and your screen will switch automatically to the camera where motion was detected. Roku is also bringing more smart home notifications to its smart TV platform, enabling users to receive an alert right on their TV screen when motion is detected on a camera, for example. Currently, these notifications are limited to doorbell alerts. I love this feature with my Apple TV 4K and Apple HomeKit, as I can instantly see a tiny notification on a corner of my TV when a smart lock is unlocked or someone is at the front door.  More

elmvilla/Getty Images Windows 10’s end of life is coming in 2025 and that means you have to hope your machine can run Windows 11, buy a new computer, or try something different — like Linux. Also: Your Windows 10 PC can’t be upgraded? You have 5 options before support ends in 2025 Linux shouldn’t be […] More

MF3d/Getty Images AI agents are on the rise, and cash is flowing to them. Over half of companies budget $500,000 or more annually for AI agents. The catch is most firms lack the technology infrastructure stack to deploy those agents effectively.  These are the takeaways from a new survey of 1,045 enterprise technology managers and […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra battery and inverter unit is available now for $6,299 while the Smart Home Panel 2 is available for $1,899. The single unit has a 6kWh capacity and supports a 7,200W output and 5.6kW solar input, allowing it to run an entire home, especially when stacked with […] More

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETThe Apple Magic Mouse is a great option for users for multiple reasons, including its sleek finish, seamless integration into the company’s ecosystem, and trackpad-like touch gestures. However, since its launch, it has had a big flaw: the placement of its charging port on the bottom of the mouse. Also: Lost luggage? Apple AirTag users can now share location with these airlinesThe location of the charging port means that if your mouse dies, you can’t charge the device and work simultaneously, which is a major pain point for users like myself. In his latest “Power On” newsletter, Apple insider Mark Gurman revealed that Apple is working on a new, redesigned Magic Mouse. The new mouse will tackle major criticisms with a full overhaul, including a new placement for the charging port, according to the report. However, don’t get your hopes up if you want a new mouse quickly.  More

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NurPhoto/Contributor/Getty Images With the holiday season upon us, many companies are finding ways to take advantage through deals, promotions, or other campaigns. OpenAI has found a way to participate with its “12 days of OpenAI” event series. On Wednesday, OpenAI announced via an X post that starting on Dec. 5, the company would host 12 […] More

A large television can serve as a centerpiece in any home, and if you’re looking for an 85-inch television, you’re in luck: that’s the size where TV displays start to become truly impressive — a centerpiece that makes you stop and pay attention.Also: The best TVs of 2024Whether you need a new TV for movie night, a set to cheer on your favorite team, a showcase for the latest gaming technology, or an all-around great television, you have options. Brands like Sony, Samsung, and TCL have all made admirable additions to their 85-inch TV lineups over the past few years, and many may be more affordable than you think. Depending on the time of year, you can even find some amazing deals on TVs, especially with holiday sales slashing prices by hundreds or even thousands if you catch the right deal at the right retailer.What is the best 85-inch TV right now?I chose the Samsung QN90D More