Vladimir Sukhachev/Getty Images As a kid, I was inspired by the decorative lighting in my grandparents’ finished basement. They had festooned the place with multicolored C9 string lights (aka old-school Christmas lights) from wall to wall, beneath the built-in wet bar, around hanging mirrors, and anywhere else they could add an ambient accent for the […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Lenovo’s Legion Go S is currently on sale for $730 at Best Buy This handheld supports AAA gaming thanks to its AMD processor and the front-facing speakers that envelop you in high-definition sound It is, however, bogged down by a low battery life and an expensive price tag. –> The Lenovo […] More
If you live in an area close to the wilderness or away from city and street lights, a reliable floodlight can be a useful security tool in a myriad of ways. Its mere presence can scare off pests or intruders, give a clear view of the outdoors during inclement weather, or simply make sure you have a clear path for taking out the trash. The best outdoor security floodlights offer flexible programming with dusk-to-dawn modes, motion detectors, and adjustable brightness to give you a customizable experience.Also: I just tested the new EufyCam, and I’m never going back to grainy night visionWe’ve gone hands-on with some of the best floodlights on the market that can brighten up your dull outdoor space and offer the best protection features for your home, no matter your installation requirements.What is the best floodlight right now?Our top pick for the best floodlight is the Eufy Security E340 More
Jason Hiner/ZDNETApple this week launched one big thing and removed five smaller things in the process. With the unveiling of the new iPhone 16e More
NVIDIA Have you ever wanted to learn sign language to communicate with family members, friends, or other people who are deaf? If so, you might want to try a new interactive website that uses AI to train you on American Sign Language (ASL). Known as Signs, the site shows you how to sign and then […] More
ZDNETThere is a very thin line between our physical and digital identities.A PC or mobile device with an internet connection lets us stay entertained, research, purchase items, study, and work. Friends and family can use social media to keep tabs on how your life is going, and we can use these profiles, personal websites, and email to communicate with others. Also: The best VPN servicesBenefits of having an online presence aside, some employers will evaluate your social media presence when you apply for a new job to decide if you are a suitable candidate. Advertisers constantly invade your privacy by scraping publicly available information on you, your public profiles, and your search history for targeted marketing. A misjudged tweet from years ago or an inappropriate Facebook photo can destroy future job prospects or ruin a career. There’s the idea that once something is online, it is immortal, immutable, and almost impossible to contain. The golden rule is simple: Don’t put anything online you wouldn’t want your grandmother to see. Although sometimes you aren’t in control of what gets published, and once something detrimental to you is out there, it can be tough to separate yourself. Also: How to find out if an AirTag is tracking you – and what to do about itAbuse, stalking, and bullying may also factor as reasons to erase our digital footprints and seize control of our devices. How to remove yourself from the internet and hide your identityIf you want to take control of your privacy and online data, you can take some simple steps to begin the process and then decide how much time and effort you want to contribute to the endeavor. Read on to find out where to start. More
Cesar Cadenas/ZDNETWhat’s the deal?Lenovo has slashed the price of its 12th-Gen ThinkPad X1 Carbon More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The TCL Tab 10 Nxtpaper 5G is a full-color, color paper, and ink paper tablet available at Verizon for $239. It’s a great entertainment tablet for daily use that also functions very well as an e-reader. Although the screen is versatile, don’t expect the graphics to compare to those on an […] More
