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    NordPass vs. Bitwarden: Which password manager is best?

    Password managers are essential tools for creating and securely storing login credentials and other sensitive data you want to have at your fingertips. There are plenty of solid password management solutions on the market, so it can be difficult to know which combination of features, cost, and user experience is best for your situation. In our head-to-head comparison of NordPass More

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    Wacom says its new drawing tablet needs no setup and has a pen that can’t die

    Wacom Wacom just announced a new standalone tablet for artists and creators: the Wacom MovinkPad 11<!–>, with an 11.45-inch multitouch display and anti-glare opaque finish for a natural drawing feel.    Wacom says one of its main goals is for users to reach for the MovinkPad 11 as easily as they would a sketchbook when inspiration […] More

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    iPadOS 26 is turning my iPad Air into the ultraportable laptop it was meant to be

    M3 iPad Air running iPadOS 26 Developer Beta. Prakhar Khanna/ZDNETI was intrigued and curious to try iPadOS 26 when Apple first announced it at WWDC 2025 last month. For the longest time, the iPad has been something I’ve wanted to add to my workflow but couldn’t due to its rigid operating system — one that doesn’t necessarily complement the iPad’s flexible hardware. It seems Apple was aware of this, too since iPadOS 26 attempts to bridges the longstanding gaps between the Apple tablet and a computer. I would love to finally use my M3 iPad Air to its full potential. Also: ZDNET’s WWDC 2025 recap with Sabrina Ortiz and Jason HinerI recently installed the first developer beta on my 13-inch M3 iPad Air to see if I could use it for my usual productivity workflow. The new multitasking system, better support for mouse or trackpad, an improved file management system, and subtle additions to the UI tell me yes. And within hours of usage, I could sense that iPadOS 26 is the update I’ve been waiting years for. (Note: Since I’m testing on the developer beta of iPadOS, this is more of a first-hand demonstration of its latest features, and not a review or testimonial. The experience using the software will likely undergo several more changes before it’s ready for the public.)Multitasking on the iPad gets a meaningful boost More

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    The best free email marketing software of 2025: Expert tested

    Many email marketing tools promise the world but deliver only headaches. You’re probably here because your current solution isn’t cutting it. Maybe the automation feels clunky, the pricing doesn’t scale, or you’re drowning in features you’ll never use. It’s more common than you’d think!Also: The best email marketing softwareThe good news? I’ve helped startups and businesses set up newsletters, order tracking workflows, calendar invites — the whole nine yards. And with time, I’ve picked up on the tools that are best at each of them. Whatever your email marketing needs in 2025, here are my top picks that offer the best free options to help you test the waters.What is the best free email marketing software right now?My top pick for free email marketing software is Brevo More

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    How a circuit breaker finder helped me map my home’s wiring (and why that matters)

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Klein Tools 80016 Circuit Breaker Finder effectively maps circuits throughout your home. It’s a useful tool with clear discovery indicators and improved safety features. It’s somewhat pricey at $65, with minimal directions for beginners. –> Do you ever wonder what wall socket corresponds to which circuit breaker or circuit in […] More

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    I tested a Bluetooth tracker for iOS and Android, and its safety features are top-tier

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Chipolo Pop Tracker tag is small, durable, water-resistant, and loud. User-replaceable battery lasts a year. Like all third-party tags, they do not support Apple’s own precision finding. –> For me, finder tags like the Apple AirTags<!–> have been a game changer. And that’s not a word of hyperbole. They have […] More