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Nina Raemont/ZDNETIn theory, wearable health trackers all do the same thing: they monitor your vitals and deliver insights in a way the average Joe can understand. In practice, however, different devices perform in vastly different ways. Take the Oura Ring and the Apple Watch, for example. You can exercise with them both, wear them to bed, and keep them on in the shower as they monitor your heart rate, body temperature, and sleep. Also: The best Apple Watches of 2024: Expert tested and reviewedBut they couldn’t be more different. The smart ring promises a discreet build and a few days’ battery life (Oura says seven days max, but it’s closer to four or five from my testing). The smartwatch, on the other hand, is a chunkier device that brings all your smartphone’s features to your wrist. So which should you buy? Let’s break down the differences. You should buy an Apple Watch if… More

Getty Images/Eugene Mymrin If you have ever used ChatGPT, you know that the chatbot outputs answers with incredible speed, taking seconds to process even complex queries. Although speed is a clear advantage, it is also a disadvantage because it means the chatbot rushed through generating an answer. These new OpenAI models specialize in tackling that […] More

Jason Hiner/ZDNETWhile Linux is my overall operating system of choice, I use MacOS primarily for video editing. However, when it comes to writing, I depend on a select few additional apps to help make cranking out words more efficient and reliable. Below are the apps I use every day to get work done on my Mac.Also: 10 Linux apps I can’t do without – and why1. Arc browserAlthough Safari is a serviceable browser, it’s not Arc. Arc is a beautiful, modern take on the web browser that’s more than just aesthetics. This browser does tab management as well as Opera, renders faster than Chrome, and is a bit more customizable than any browser on the market. Since I started using Arc on MacOS, I’ve been trying to get the attention of Browser Company to port this outstanding browser to Linux. Should that happen, Arc would become my default on both desktop and laptop. Also: 5 ways Arc browser makes browsing the web fun againArc browser is free to use and install.2. Davinci ResolveFor the longest time, I used Final Cut Pro for video editing. But when I continued having trouble getting the look I needed for my videos, I knew the problem was in my software of choice. Also: I was a Final Cut Pro diehard until DaVinci Resolve won me over with these 3 featuresAfter switching to Davinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro goes unused, collecting dust. Davinci Resolve is the best prosumer option on the market for editing and color grading by a long shot. Davinci Resolve’s color tools are unbelievable — I get true-to-life skin tones with ease (thanks to the ACES workflow) and can tweak color to my heart’s content. Davinci Resolve does have a fairly steep learning curve, so if you decide to give the free version a try, make sure to do a bit of research on how it works before you dive in. I opted for Davinci Studio More

Amazon/ZDNETIf you’ve been looking for a new digital storage option, Amazon has a deal on the 4TB Samsung T5 Evo More

Maria Diaz/ZDNETAmazon is offering some fresh limited-time deals on its Fire Kids Tablets, my kids’ favorite device for home and on-the-go entertainment. Thanks to several well-timed deals, the Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet More

Jada Jones/ZDNETThe US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially approved the upcoming Hearing Aid mode for the AirPods Pro 2 More

The Yamaha True X Bar 50A is a low-profile, elegant soundbar that’ll look good under any TV. Jack Wallen/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Yamaha True X Bar 50A More

Cesar Cadenas/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysLenovo’s ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid More