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ZDNETWe’ve known for a while that Apple’s first phone of 2025, the iPhone SE 4, will likely be a complete revamp — from the software inside to the design outside. What we didn’t know was how much Apple would charge for the retooled device.Under $500Thanks to a recent leak, though, we now have an idea – and it’s better than expected. According to a Japanese site (and through Notebookcheck), the iPhone SE 4 will likely cost just under $500.Also: Best iPhone models to buyThat is a bump from the $429 price point of the previous version of the entry-level phone that debuted in 2022, but the reported specs for the SE 4 are more than worth the extra. Not only will this phone be a significant leap from the previous SE model, it’s looking like it will be better than even the iPhone 14. More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Lenovo Tab Plus retails for $330. Contrary to its small size, the model houses a booming eight-speaker system and a long-lasting battery. The MediaTek Helio chipset and dim display won’t be winning any awards. more buying choices If you’re in the market for a new tablet that won’t break the […] More

ZDNETWith the new year upon us, it’s time to make the usual litany of resolutions. Maybe one of those resolutions could be to keep yourself better organized so your life doesn’t spiral into the dark abyss that is entropy.As you probably expected, there are a lot of note-taking apps on the market, but not all of them are worth your time. I’ve narrowed down my list of the best desktop note-taking apps to five, one of which is sure to serve your needs to perfection.Also: Standard Notes might be the best note-taking app on the marketLet’s not waste any more valuable time and get right to the list. After all, you have notes to take, keep, and organize.1. Obsidian More

Jorg Greuel/Getty Images While Roku is renowned for its user-friendly streaming devices, it’s equally famous for its now-iconic cityscape screensaver. The next time your Roku device goes idle, you might notice that your favorite fictional city looks a little sharper. Since it debuted in 2018, Roku City, the purple-tinted, animated cityscape has been in standard […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways A Shine Turbine kit, which includes that turbine, stand, guy lines and pegs costs $399, while the essentials kit, which adds a few more bits such as a wind speed meter, costs $488. The kit includes everything you need to turn wind into electrical energy, and the turbine features a 12,000 […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways TCL’s 98-inch Class S5 Series TV is one of the most accessibly-priced TVs of its size, and it’s currently on sale for $1,500 off. Watching movies and TV shows on such a big display is as close to a theatre-like experience as one can get at home. With such a large […] More

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETThe Apple Magic Mouse is a standout option for Apple users for multiple reasons, including its sleek finish, seamless integration into the company’s ecosystem, and trackpad-like touch gestures. However, since its launch, it has had a big flaw: the placement of its charging port on the bottom of the mouse.Also: Free Apple TV+? How to watch all of Apple’s streaming content for no charge this weekendThe location of the charging port means that if your mouse dies, you can’t charge the device and work simultaneously, which is a major pain point for users like myself. In a recent Power On newsletter, Apple insider Mark Gurman revealed that Apple is working on a new, redesigned Magic Mouse.The new mouse will tackle major criticisms with a full overhaul, including a new placement for the charging port, according to the report. However, don’t get your hopes up if you want a new mouse quickly. More