<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The RayNeo Air 3S is available for $269 These XR glasses provide advanced micro-OLED screens, dual speaker chamber design, and a 201-inch screen visual experience There are no light-blocking shades or electrochromic dimming capability, and productivity support is limited to native MacOS and Windows support. more buying choices Just about every […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Wahoo Trackr Radar is available now for $199. It seamlessly provides real-time vehicle detection, the light acts as a brake light, it is IPX7 water resistant, and the battery lasts a long time The round post mount could be improved, as I couldn’t find the right fit. –> Although I […] More
Microsoft Microsoft just announced its refreshed 2025 Surface Pro<!–> and Surface Laptop–>, and both have new some design elements. We’ve got new colors, a new keyboard for the Surface Pro, and refined identities as lightweight, ultraportables with long-lasting batteries. The tech giant teased the release of the new Surface devices last week on X, just […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Roku Streaming Stick and Streaming Stick Plus are available now for $30 and $40, respectively. Both streaming devices are more compact than ever, only slightly larger than an HDMI port; they’re also portable and can be powered by your TV These new Roku Sticks don’t feature Find My Remote or […] More
Maria Diaz/ZDNETIf you’re a Roku user and you’ve noticed that your content hasn’t looked as sharp over the past few days, you’re not alone. There’s a problem with HDR streaming content on Roku — and so far, there’s no fix. About a week ago, a user on Roku’s community support forum posted that they were having an issue with colors on Disney+ being washed out after a recent update. Several other users echoed the same issue, adding that the problem also extended to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, and more. Some even added that the problem makes content “simply unwatchable.”Also: Is the Roku streaming stick a viable option in 2025? My verdict after testing the latest modelSeveral users posted comparison shots across multiple TVs, and content on affected devices is noticeably less vibrant — almost appearing in black and white. “Unwatchable” might have seemed like a strong word at first, but after seeing the alleged issue in photos, I’d have to agree with that assessment. Users note that non-HDR content, menus, and overlays are fine. Watching HDR content through an input seems to be fine on affected devices, meaning the problem is limited to streaming. More
Maria Diaz/ZDNETSummer is just around the corner, and I have the perfect Bluetooth accessory that’s worth scooping up before you hit your next destination. Amid rumors of a new generation of the Apple AirTag, we’re seeing big discounts on the Bluetooth tracker, making this the best time to buy the current generation. The Apple AirTag 4-Pack More
Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETWe goofed! Roku isn’t adding new ads after all.When several Roku users over the past few days started seeing a new style of ad while streaming content, they reported the new occurrence online. More users saw the same ads and reports spread, so many people immediately assumed that Roku was adding ads to its pause screen – regardless of where the content was coming from.Also: How this Roku streaming stick made my 15-year-old TV feel like new againDiego Phillips, Advertising Communications for Roku, told ZDNET that’s not true. More
Kerry Wan/ZDNETHealth wearables have taken the tech industry by storm. Smart rings are the newest installment in the health wearable field, allowing your tracker to be more discreet. Also: I tested the Samsung Galaxy Ring and it’s smarter than my Apple Watch in one big wayAnd if you’re an Android user, the Samsung Galaxy Smart Ring More
