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MirageC/Moment via Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Strawberry Browser is a new agentic browser. With Skills, you can make repetitive tasks even simpler. These skills can be used for all sorts of tasks, such as shopping. Strawberry Browser is one of the many agentic browsers […] More

Framework Laptop 12 <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Framework Laptop 12 is a modular, DIY laptop you build yourself, starting at $549. It’s portable, durable, and Linux-friendly, a great option for anyone building their first laptop or looking to branch out from stock laptops. Its modest hardware is best for everyday tasks, and its display […] More

Can you record an iPhone call without iOS 18.1 or later? Yes. You can still record calls with another device or a third-party service. The most common approach is to use a second device as a recorder: Put your iPhone call on speakerphone and capture the audio with another iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Android phone running a recording app (for example, Voice Memos on iPhone/iPad or an Android recorder like this one). Do a quick test, play it back, and adjust volume, distance, and environment until the sound is clear. Also: Why I’m recommending the iPhone 17 over the Pro models this year (and it goes beyond price)If a spare device isn’t an option, apps and services can help — but they usually rely on workarounds that can be clunkier and may come with additional costs. Popular apps include TapeACall for iOS (Apple App Store More

Anker Prime Power Bank (27K, 300W) <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Anker Prime Power Bank is available on Amazon for $169. With a 26,250mAh capacity, it’s powerful enough to charge your most demanding devices while being light and portable enough to go anywhere. It doesn’t have a built-in USB-C cable, which competitors and other Anker […] More

The Lockly Visage Zeno Series is the best smart lock I’ve tested. It features facial recognition, so it unlocks your door as soon as you come into view, making it much more secure than entering a passcode. Lockly ensures your facial recognition data is encrypted and stored in the smart lock, so it doesn’t get sent to cloud servers.And if you still want to use a keycode for entry, this smart lock features Lockly’s PIN Genie technology, which scrambles the numbers on the keypad so onlookers can’t guess your passcode.This smart lock earned ZDNET’s Editor’s Choice award for outstanding performance, and also supports Apple Home Key, fingerprint, physical key, and remote unlocking without a hub or subscription. Also: I switched to a Wi-Fi enabled smart lock with facial recognitionThe only problem with this smart lock is that you have to be willing to splurge. It’s priced steeply at $350, and it’s so good that it rarely goes on sale, though you can save $30 for a limited time on the Lockly website.However, the $350 price tag gets you the best smart lock I’ve tested and two rechargeable batteries, so you can swap them out when one is drained.  More

Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Amazon made the Smart Dimmer Switch–> available for pre-order. This switch is battery-powered with four individually programmable buttons that can control smart home devices, run routines, or control music. The dimmer switch only costs $20 and is compatible with Alexa-enabled devices. Amazon quietly […] More

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