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    The best waterproof smartwatches of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

    Swimming is a fantastic low-impact activity that can help you improve your health and wellness while also helping you relax thanks to the natural effects of being in the water. Water provides buoyancy but adds resistance, so it is light on your joints and helps you stretch and improve your flexibility. One way to monitor your exercise activity in the water is with a waterproof smartwatch, and there are plenty of options available to buy today. At ZDNET, we’ve tested all of the best smartwatches on the market, evaluating factors like the ability to function while submerged in water, heart rate accuracy in the water, battery life, smart features, and more.  Also: The best Apple Watches we’ve testedAll of the watches in this list have at least a certification for 5 ATM and/or an IPX8 rating. ATM stands for atmosphere, and to be 5 ATM means that the watch can withstand pressure equivalent to 50 meters/164 feet. Lower ratings can withstand some water exposure, but the pressure associated with swimming means a 5 ATM rating is the minimum recommended for this activity. What is the best waterproof smartwatch right now? Based on both our hands-on testing and insights from experts, we named the Apple Watch Ultra 2 More

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    How the Roku Ultra revived my old $100 TV and became a streaming favorite

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Roku Ultra is a streaming device available for $100 The Roku Ultra is the perfect streaming device for anyone who doesn’t want to commit to team iOS with an Apple TV 4K or team Android with a Google TV Streamer Its user interface is much more streamlined than that of […] More

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    I wore the new Snap Spectacles, and the AR glasses felt like the future

    Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETAlthough virtual reality (VR) headsets allow for immersive, unique experiences, the reality of a world where we walk around with a massive headset is clearly not the most feasible. Instead, the ability to have your glasses display augmented reality (AR) experiences that enhance your everyday life is a lot more compelling, and the Snap Spectacles are a step towards that. Also: Qualcomm’s new chipset that will power flagship Android phones makes the iPhone seem outdatedI had the opportunity to test out the Spectacles at Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Summit this week, and the experience was a fun, exciting glimpse into what everyday AR glasses could feel (but not so much look) like in the near future. More

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    The best AirTag wallets of 2024: Expert tested

    The Ridge wallet is a slim RFID-blocking wallet designed to hold up to 12 cards. Cash can be stored via a cash strap or money clip on the outside of the wallet, and the brand offers three AirTag configurations for tracking: an AirTag holder designed to or for $25, or the AirTag carbon add-on holder that attaches outside any Ridge wallet for $40. The Ridge offers durability and functionality while also providing top-notch security and smart capabilities. Although it is a bit pricey, it has a lifetime warranty to keep up with your daily use and a risk-free 99-day trial period. All things considered, a quality, traditional leather-style wallet could easily run you over the $100 mark, too, which makes this long-term investment worth it, in my opinion. I gifted this wallet to my Dad a year before using one myself, and I can confidently say it’s a winner. Prior to gifting him the Ridge, he used several other wallets, including a traditional leather and titanium case style, but none of them fit his needs. My Dad is a shove-everything-into-your-pockets-and-go kind of person, and no wallet could ever keep all his cards, cash, and receipts organized until the Ridge. The minimalist design helps ensure he can put what he really needs into his wallet and makes it easy to access cards and cash when he wants.I initially thought the maneuvering to slide the cards in and out would be annoying, but after a little practice, he said it became second nature and is surprisingly easier than opening and removing cards or cash from a traditional wallet. I agree that there’s a brief learning curve involved, but once you get it down, it’s a non-issue. The practicality, coupled with the RFID technology, numerous color and metal options, and the addable AirTag tracker, makes the Ridge nearly faultless. Although it can get a little chunky when it’s full to the brim with cards (but alas, what wallet doesn’t?). This is a great wallet for small handbags, concert or stadium bags, and going out on the town, too. Current Ridge customers said on the website that they liked the wallet capacity, durability, design, and functionality of the Ridge wallet. The wallet features a 4.8/5 starts online, and 97% of customers said they’d recommend the Ridge wallet to a friend. Several customers said they were repeat purchasers and that their wallets stood the test of time.Ridge Wallet specs: Type: Expandable | Material: Aluminum | RFID blocking | Accessories and add ons available | Several materials and designs | Cash strap or money clip for cash storage | Dimensions: 86 x 54 x 6 mm  More