<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Oura Ring 4 is Oura’s latest generation smart ring, with a starting price of $350 The ring emphasizes a comfortable build with flatter and smarter sensors, more sizes, upgraded software, and an alleged eight-day battery life. The eight-day battery life is actually more like five and a half days. more […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Alienware 34 240Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor retails for $800. It is a large, 34-inch curved gaming monitor with impressive visual output and an immersive design. Be aware that this display does not come with internal speakers. more buying choices –> jun / 2025 For the longest time, I considered curved […] More
nailzchap/Getty Images I often need to send a file from my Pop!_OS Linux desktop to my Android device. Over the years, I’ve found a variety of solutions, but this latest option — called Packet — makes transferring files between Linux and Android a breeze. Packet works with Quick Share. The only requirement is that both […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The OnePlus 13 is a snappy, nearly no-compromise phone that typically lists at $999. A Snapdragon 8 Elite, paired with a 6,000mAh battery and 80W fast charging, is a recipe for endurance success. IP69 is almost excessive, but you’ll appreciate it when least expected. more buying choices –> apr / 2025 […] More
The Marshall Emberton III Bluetooth speaker sounds as good as it looks. Jack Wallen/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Marshall Emberton III More
D3Damon/Getty The file manager might not be a feature on your desktop that you’ve ever considered changing, but once you’ve seen a better option, you can’t unsee it. I’ve used nearly every file manager on the market, and some are far better than others. Also: 5 Linux file and folder management commands you need to know […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Lenovo Tab Plus retails for $330, but is frequently on sale. Contrary to its small size, the model houses a booming eight-speaker system and a long-lasting battery. The MediaTek Helio chipset and dim display won’t be winning any awards. –> If you’re in the market for a new tablet that […] More
Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETWindows 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.Linux shouldn’t be considered a last-choice alternative, either, because it’s every bit equal to Windows or MacOS. It’s reliable, secure, user-friendly, and free. What more do you want? Also: You can try Linux without ditching Windows first – here’s howI know: You want an operating system that looks and feels like Windows 10. That makes perfect sense because you’ve been using Microsoft’s OS for a long time, and change is often hard. Which distribution is right for those seeking a seamless transition from Windows to Linux? There are quite a few choices out there, and I’ll show you what I consider your six best options. 1. KDE NeonSlight resemblance to Windows 7 and fully configurable More
