<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Roborock Saros 10R is available for $1,600 This new robot vacuum and mop combination navigates complex areas and quietly vacuums, with a good mopping feature that reaches along the edges to not miss a spot The Saros 10R’s mirrored dock looks great, but the water tank is relatively small, lasting […] More
ZDNETApple’s follow-up to the budget iPhone SE — the iPhone 16e — is here. As the more affordable option in the lineup, the tech giant cut a few features to keep costs down and make the pricier models more appealing. One of the notable omissions? MagSafe. Also: What does the ‘e’ in iPhone 16e stand for?While the iPhone 16e More
Due to remote and hybrid work, you likely have a home office setup of some sort — and that setup usually includes a printer. Printers are essential for creating hard copies of work assignments. Students need a printer for their essays, notes, and other tasks. You may also need one for legal documents or even for creating travel itineraries for your next holiday. There’s nothing worse than your printer refusing to function when you’re on the clock to submit a work assignment. Printers need to be reliable, fast, preferably affordable, and compatible with your PC or mobile device. It’s best to stick to inkjet, photo, or laser printers for home use as these types of printers are great for work, school, crafts, and printing out recipes or to-do lists. Also: The best cheap printers (starting at $105)If you don’t have a printer in your home office or you are looking to upgrade an old model, you’ve come to the right place. What is the best printer right now?Our overall top pick is the $240 Epson Ecotank EcoTank ET-4800 More
While GFCI outlets offer reliable protection compared with standard outlets, they aren’t meant for every type of electrical device. Some items should never be plugged into a GFCI, as they could malfunction or trip the circuit unnecessarily, leading to power disruptions or unsafe situations. Below is a list of devices not suited for GFCIs.1. Devices with a “high inrush” currentAppliances like refrigerators, freezers, air conditioner units, and power tools require a serious initial burst of electricity when powered on. Yes, even though refrigerators are almost always located in kitchens, the counterintuitive truth is that they can cause the GFCI to trip because of the large initial surge of current, even if there is no actual fault. This is known as “nuisance tripping,” and it is aptly named. Don’t risk spoiling a fridge full of foods by plugging it into a GFCI.2. Outdoor equipmentSimilarly, outdoor equipment such as electric lawnmowers or pressure washers should ideally be plugged into a dedicated outdoor outlet. While GFCIs are designed for outdoor use to reduce shock hazards, high-powered equipment can cause the GFCI to trip if it draws too much current at one time. Also: The best home EV chargers of 2025: Expert tested3. High-powered appliancesAppliances that use significant power, such as space heaters, microwave ovens, or vacuum cleaners, can cause a GFCI outlet to trip, especially if they are used on a circuit with high loads. These appliances could create a situation where the GFCI trips frequently (more nuisance tripping).4. Surge protectors or power stripsSome power strips and surge protectors, particularly those with multiple plugs for high-powered devices, could cause the GFCI outlet to trip due to the combined electrical load. A sudden power surge or imbalance could cause the GFCI to trip unexpectedly, defeating the GFCI outlet’s purpose and causing repeated circuit tripping.5. Sump pumpsWhile the National Electrical Code (NEC) specifically mandates that new construction includes GFCIs in basements, there is another ironic exclusion among the list: sump pumps. Sump pumps are designed to prevent flooding, but if the GFCI trips and cuts off its power, your basement might end up under several inches of water.Also: How I used this portable power station to bring electricity to a caveman6. Medical equipmentMedical equipment like CPAP machines and oxygen concentrators require continuous, uninterrupted power, so we advise plugging these vital devices into conventional outlets, not GFCIs. Some medical devices have sensitive circuitry, and the GFCI may trip unnecessarily, causing a loss of power to life-sustaining equipment. More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Phelinta 3-in-1 charger is available now on Amazon for $43 a pop. It charges all of your Pixel devices in one convenient place. It isn’t the fastest charger on the planet, but it does exactly what it needs to. –> What’s the deal? On Amazon, Phelinta’s 3-in-1 wireless charger has […] More
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OpenAI What’s better than an AI chatbot that can assist you with tasks? One that can do them for you. OpenAI continues to build out its AI agents in ChatGPT with the launch of Deep Research. Deep Research Earlier this month, OpenAI unveiled Deep Research, an AI agent that can conduct multi-step research for you […] More
