Maxiphoto/Getty Images Ever shopped online for a holiday present for someone in your household? Then you’re probably familiar with the stress of monitoring your front door for a delivery to arrive — or the awkward surprise of a package showing up unexpectedly and easily identifiable in its original box. Also: Drowning in spam? Stop giving […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Plugable Folding Keyboard and Case is on sale for $45. It’s a travel-friendly keyboard that has a nice typing feel and supports multiple operating systems. However, its design isn’t the most ergonomic. more buying choices If you’ve ever read my computing reviews, you’ll know I’m a sucker for a good […] More
higyou/Getty Images It seems like a reasonable request. Just type in your email address to enter a contest or sign up for a newsletter or score a discount coupon. What could go wrong? Ugh. You already know the answer. Online marketers can be remarkably persistent. Once you hand over your email address, you can expect […] More
Raspberry Pi While the Raspberry Pi SBCs (single board computers) are perfect for those who want a computer to be at the heart of a project, for some the idea of trying to use a circuit board as a computer fills them with terror and dread. For those who need something a bit more civilized, […] More
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J Studios/Getty Images There is a dangerous chemical in your home that’s affecting your productivity. 😲 If you’ve been wondering: How to improve your productivity? How to work from home and still get things done? How to manage unexpected interruptions? This article is for you. Also: There’s a new king of online shopping, and it’s […] More
Save big on this lifetime Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro bundle. Kerry Wan/ZDNETIt doesn’t matter if you’re upgrading to a new laptop or just upgrading your existing system — access to Microsoft Office and Windows is a necessity for getting things done on your computer these days. And right now, you can buy a bundled lifetime license to Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro from Stack Social for $73 — that’s 83% off. Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2021 includes all of the classic and essential Microsoft offerings, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, Access, and Teams. If you don’t need all the bells and whistles, check out this deal for Microsoft Office 2019, which offers all the same features except for Teams. Microsoft Windows 11 Pro is an operating system perfect for working professionals or at-home users. Get an easy-to-navigate interface, biometrics login, Smart App Control, Windows Studio Effects, DirectX 12 Ultimate, and top features like snap layouts, desktops, seamless redocking, improved voice typing, and a powerful search experience. You’ll also get access to Microsoft Copilot, an AI platform designed to upgrade your workflow experience. Also: How to use Copilot (formerly known as Bing Chat)There’s one caveat, though. While Stack Social is an authorized Microsoft partner and offers “lifetime” access to Office, it is possible that Microsoft could end the license. But the site has been running these Microsoft deals for years now, and ZDNET’s Alison DeNisco Rayome can personally vouch for them — she purchased an Office license from Stack Social about two years ago, and it’s still working on her personal MacBook today. While this bundle deal offers a lot, you won’t get the benefits of the latest Microsoft Office 365 subscription, so if you’re looking for Microsoft 365, this deal may not be for you (though Stack Social does have a discount on Office 365, too.) Windows users must update their OS to Windows 10 or 11 to access these software deals. Get your lifetime license bundles for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro right now. More
Apple/ZDNETApple’s popular watch wearables are available in several models, and the Watch SE (2nd Gen) is still the latest base model watch to hit the market. Despite Apple unveiling the new Watch Series 10 in September, the SE did not get an upgrade as originally rumored. And while it’s not packed with all the features of the Series 9 or 10, it offers great value for those looking to track basic health and fitness metrics, keep in contact with ease, and benefit from connection to the Apple ecosystem. Right now, you can grab Apple’s most up-to-date base model, the Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) More
