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Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETMost of us already know that carrying unencrypted data on portable drives is a bad idea. The consequences of that data falling into the wrong hands can range from embarrassing to damaging to potentially opening up you or your company to legal headaches.But encrypting data on external drives can also be a pain. If you have to run separate applications, things quickly become a big hassle, and that’s how data gets left unencrypted.Also: 10 tiny tools I carry with me everywhere – and how they workBut what if there was a way of easily encrypting and decrypting data without messing with any applications? Well, there is, and I guarantee you that you’ll feel like James Bond every time you use the Kingston IronKey More

Your ears are self-cleaning organs and orifices, or natural openings on your body. It’s essential to keep your ears and earbuds, headphones, and hearing aids clean to avoid introducing dirt and harmful bacteria into them.According to Lachelle Lazarus More

Goldemate 1000 Pro UPS <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Goldemate 1000 Pro UPS is available now on Amazon for $199. With a Lithium battery that can last for nearly two hours, this UPS is hard to beat at the price. There’s no means of communicating to a PC for a graceful shutdown, should power go […] More

Adam Breeden/ZDNETIn the age of smart TVs, convenience is king. With just a few clicks, we can dive into endless entertainment — but that ease comes with a downside: the buildup of cache data. Also: How to disable ACR on your TV (and why doing so makes such a big difference)Just like on your phone or computer, a cluttered TV cache can lead to sluggish performance, app crashes, and even hinder new content from loading properly. That’s why it’s important to clear all that extra cache and make your TV feel like new again. Before I break down the steps for how to do it, let’s address the big elephant in the room first. What is a cache? A cache is a temporary storage area where data is kept for quick access. On your smart TV, the cache stores information from apps, websites, and system processes to help them load faster every time you turn it on. Think of it as a bunch of temporary files intended to speed up loading times for frequently accessed information. Also: The best TVs of 2025: Expert tested and reviewedFor instance, when you open a streaming app, the cache might store thumbnails, login details, or recently watched shows. Caches are designed to help your TV load this content more quickly. Over time, however, the cache can become overloaded with outdated or unnecessary data, which can consequently slow down your TV’s performance. More

EcoFlow Wave 3 <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The EcoFlow Wave 3 is a portable air conditioner and heater that costs $1,299 on its own and $2,299 with the add-on battery. This is a portable air conditioner and heater that is more powerful than its predecessor It is also off-grid ready for camping, RVing, and even […] More

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Blackview BV7300 <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways This ruggedized smartphone has a huge battery, a massive 800-lumen flashlight, and a night vision camera. The massive battery does make the handset weigh a hefty 2 pounds. The display can be a bit washed out in bright sunlight. –> Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a […] More

Jada Jones/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysSimple habits can help your headphones last much longer.Regular care keeps headphones performing like new.Small changes can extend your headphones’ lifespan.Get more ZDNET in Google: Add us as a preferred source More