<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Xgimi’s Horizon S Max offers sharp and vibrant picture quality that’s well above its price tag. The new gimbal design is convenient and easy to set up. Minimal port selection might be a problem for some more buying choices The Xgimi Horizon S Max–> is one of the brightest projectors I’ve […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Configurations for Lenovo’s LOQ Tower 17IRR9 start at $899. The computer is a great option for people looking for a well-performing, compact, and affordable computer. However, because of its small size, it has a limited number of available ports. more buying choices Lenovo’s Legion series is positioned as the company’s flagship gaming […] More
Nina Raemont/ZDNETThe new year is days away, but before we start thinking about all the technology that will emerge in 2025, let’s take a look back and remember this year’s greatest hits. I spend 40 hours a week testing products, writing reviews, and curating best lists (like the one you’re about to read). To compile a list of the best products released in 2024, I considered a few things. The first is my pure enjoyment of the product; that is, how badly did I want to continue using it — even after testing ended? Also: Everything you need to host a holiday partyThe second is how transformative or innovative the product is in its respective space — like sleep tech, health tech, or audio tech. The third is how value-packed the product is for its price. Sure, a few of these products might be expensive, but I’m including them because this product is the crème de la crème for its price point. This was a big year for wearable health tech, from sleep earbuds that actually put me to sleep to smart rings that track my activity. But other products, like a great pair of earbuds for working out, also made the list. Oura Ring 4 More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Ozlo Sleepbuds, founded by three Bose engineers, just launched, and they are the most useful sleep earbuds I’ve tested so far The sound is perfect for masking environmental annoyances that keep you awake, and the fit is comfortable and secure. The sleep tracking feature hasn’t hit the earbuds yet, and […] More
Getty Images/Ernesto R. Ageitos The HDMI Forum, responsible for developing HDMI technology standards, has announced plans to reveal the new HDMI 2.2 specification at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas on Jan. 6. According to the press release, the forthcoming specification will likely be called “HDMI 2.2” and feature new display transfer wizardry […] More
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ZDNET”See for yourself.” It’s now clear what Apple+ was teasing with its three-word social media posts. For one weekend, Jan. 4 and 5, you can try the streaming service totally free. Save the date In an X post last week, the streaming service shared two words — “Stay tuned” — along with an image from an Apple TV+ show and the phrase “See for yourself.” The dates for next weekend appear at the bottom. A similar post shared on Christmas Day read “Save the date” and also included the words “See for yourself.” Also: Apple TV vs. Roku: Which streaming device should you buy? A free weekend? While some people thought this might just be Apple promoting its upcoming content, later posts revealed the truth — an all-access weekend at no charge. The company does offer a free trial week when you sign up and three free months if you purchase certain Apple devices, but this will be the first completely free weekend. It seems like Apple will make the entire catalog available too, as the company’s press release didn’t mention any restrictions. More
OpenMandriva defaults to a dark them that’s easily changed within System Settings. Jack Wallen/ZDNETIt’s rare to find a Linux distribution that’s not based on Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian, or Arch. That’s not to say they don’t exist, but they are hard to find. One such distribution is OpenMandriva (officially, OpenMandriva Lx), which is a community version of the once-heralded Mandriva (which was based on the long-since-dead Mandrake Linux). Mandrake was a very special take on Linux because it had one very important goal: make Linux easy to use for all.Also: 6 reasons why Google should switch Chromebooks from Android to LinuxThat ethos was passed down to Mandriva and then to OpenMandriva, and it shows. More
