<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is optimized for the company’s OLED TVs with immersive audio features. The LGS95TR may be expensive, but the high-quality audio is easily worth the price. The soundbar has many features, but some of the best ones require a newer LG TV model. more buying […] More
Kerry Wan/ZDNETIf your computer desktop looks a little chaotic and you’re noticing some performance slowdown, it might be time to do a cleanup. The best way to keep things running smoothly is to ensure you’re running the most updated version of Windows (you’d be surprised how many folks’ devices are several updates behind). But if you’re up-to-date, there are other things you can do to optimize.Also: How to create a Windows recovery drive in 4 easy steps – before it’s too lateWindows has a few helpful utilities that can free up some space (and they’re already on your PC). These utilities aren’t intended for large-scale repairs but can help make things run faster by cutting excess weight.Regular computer usage results in stored cache files that can become corrupted and outdated, leading to operational quirks and slower boot times. Clearing this cache and other temporary files can improve performance and keep things running optimally. Here’s how. More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Sony’s Ult Wear headphones debut with a novel audio feature and are perfect for anyone looking for an everyday pair of headphones for $200. An enjoyable sound, all-day comfort, and premium software features and design elements set these headphones apart from others in the same price range. You can only access […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is optimized for the company’s OLED TVs with immersive audio features. The LGS95TR may be expensive, but the high-quality audio is easily worth the price. The soundbar has many features, but some of the best ones require a newer LG TV model. more buying […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Pre-orders for the Galaxy Book5 Pro start at $1,349. It sports a brilliant 3K touchscreen and large touchpad, plus Intel’s Lunar Lake chip delivers next-gen performance. Despite the better hardware, this laptop shares some of the design flaws as its predecessor. –> Whenever a new laptop comes out, consumers expect it […] More
MirageC/Getty Images Storytime! 😄 There I was, many, many, many moons ago, struggling to make Facebook ads work. I would complain to anyone who would listen that I couldn’t get these ads to work, and my customer acquisition cost was through the roof. Also: The billion-dollar AI company no one is talking about – and […] More
rob dobi/Getty Images A few weeks ago, The World Economic Forum dropped its predictions for the future of jobs and the seismic shift in the workforce over the next five years (2030). Here’s a link: The Future of Jobs Report 2025 Let me tell you, this thing is really well put together. As a connoisseur […] More
Adam Breeden/ZDNETI’ve been a Pixel phone devotee since the beginning, and one of my favorite features is the call-screening capability that debuted with the Pixel 3 in 2018. I don’t remember the last time I answered an unnecessary call, and I can’t imagine switching to a phone without it. Also: The best Google Pixel phones of 2025: Which one should you buy?Over the years though, Pixel call screening — now named Call Assist — has added several new tricks beyond simply keeping robocalls and other spam phone calls at bay. Here’s a look at a few things you might not have known call screening could do. 1. Hold for me I don’t use this feature often, but it’s one of the most helpful things my phone can do. Hold for Me (which has expanded to all Google search users) waits on a call for you if someone places you on hold. When a live person picks up, your phone informs them that you’ll be picking up shortly and gives you an alert. If you’ve ever had to deal with being placed on a seemingly endless hold on a customer service phone call, you know how frustrating it can be to wait around. 2. Call notes This feature is exclusive to the Pixel 9 lineup for now, but I can’t wait for it to trickle down. Call Notes does just what the name says. It listens to your calls, extracts the important information, and creates a summary of your call. If you’re like me, you’re the type of person who thinks, “I’ll remember that, I don’t need to write it down,” only to scramble later to find the appointment time or meeting place. Google says Call Notes understands what’s important on a call and only saves what you need. You do need to activate Call Notes for each conversation. More
