Eliana Willis

Similar tools, different prices – the allen key wrenches on the left are from Wera, the other two are from the Amazon Basics line.  Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETThe other day, I needed a new set of allen key wrenches. Specifically, I needed the type with the ball end that allows the wrench to access awkward fasteners on one of my 3D printers. I have a set or two (or three) of allen wrenches as part of my toolkit, but I wanted this set to live with my off-site 3D printer, so I went online to see what I could buy.I ended up choosing a 26-piece set that caters to metric and imperial fasteners More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Spigen Tag Me Bluetooth trackers are available for $39 for a four-pack These trackers perform as well as the AirTag yet are half the price; they have a small loop to attach to items without purchasing separate accessories Unfortunately, they only work with the Apple Find My network. –> I’ve […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Asus ProArt P16 is available now, starting at $1,900. It pairs powerful hardware with a suite of customizable options designed for creatives. The deep personalization requires engagement from the user, the huge trackpad won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, and the ultra-glossy display tends to glare. –> Asus’ ProArt series […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The new Bosch Go is on sale for $100. It features USB-C charging, a vast improvement on the old microUSB port, plus there’s a bigger battery and a ring light on the front to illuminate the workspace. The screwdriver comes in a handy carry case with a selection of bits, so […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Emeet Pixy webcam is available now on Amazon for $160. It offers splendid 4K video with auto-tracking and and excellent sound. You’ll want to install the Emeet Studio app to get the most out of the camera. –> I don’t often do video conferencing (whew), but when I do have […] More

Eoneren/Getty Images Imagine being at a party in the not-too-distant future, and telling people you are a “synthetic reality producer.” That’s something sure to elicit quite a bit of curiosity. On the other hand, it may be a common job title by the year 2030.  There’s been a fair bit of chatter lately about the […] More

When is Amazon Prime Day 2025? Amazon’s annual Prime Day sale will run from July 8 to the 11th. But if you can’t wait until the sale officially starts to upgrade your TV and home theater, you can find discounts on brands like Sony, Samsung, and Hisense well ahead of Prime Day. Are TVs really cheaper on Prime Day? They can be! Many brands often run their own discounts and sales events in parallel with retailers like Amazon and Best Buy, and summer is usually when new TV models hit the shelves. So stores and brands alike might offer steep discounts on last year’s models in order to move inventory and make room for new releases. And while you can certainly find good deals before Prime Day officially kicks off, the very best TV deals won’t go live until the sale does.How did we choose these Prime Day deals?I am very picky when choosing which TV deals, Prime Day or otherwise, to include in my lists and roundups. With high-end offerings and budget picks alike having so many similar smart features like the same suite of preloaded streaming apps, integrated voice controls, and Dolby Vision HDR support, I chose only the steepest discounts on the best TVs each brand had to offer. As well as a few bundles where you can snag free TVs, gift cards, and more to help sweeten the deal. More

Fairphone/ZDNETIf you’re tired of your phone being out of date every two years, there may finally be an answer.The Fairphone (Gen. 6) is here, and while it might appear at first glance to be a generic, midrange Android phone, its design is something unique.Also: Why I recommend this budget Android phone to most people over Samsung and GoogleLike the Fairphone (Gen. 5) that debuted in 2023, the latest Fairphone is focused on sustainability. The company uses ethically sourced materials, pays fair wages to its workers around the world, and has an unusually low carbon footprint. (This particular phone has one of the lowest in the market, the company says.) The handset itself can last a long time.The Fairphone (Gen. 6) has a modular design that lets you handle repairs and replacements yourself. In theory, this means you could keep your phone much longer than a traditional phone, swapping out parts as upgrades become available. That’s hinted at in the actual name of the device. The idea is to move away from a new generation of phone each year, so this is just a Fairphone with the generation in parentheses. More