akinbostanci / Getty Images On Oct. 14, 2025, Microsoft will stop delivering security updates to your Windows 10 PC unless you’re willing to pay for a subscription to the Extended Security Updates program. If you try to upgrade to Windows 11 on a PC that’s more than five or six years old, you’ll probably encounter […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Asus RT-BE86U router is currently on sale for $300. This supports Wi-Fi 7 delivering fast, wireless connections protected by multiple security features. However, getting the most out of the device requires Wi-Fi extenders which can be an expensive endeavor. more buying choices Wi-Fi 7 has been around since last January, […] More
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
hh5800/Getty Images Do you sometimes feel stuck in a Catch-22 regarding your long-term credential management strategy? You are. On the one hand, if the tech industry has its way — to abolish all passwords and replace them with passkeys — users will eventually have almost no choice but to rely on password managers for signing […] 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
