Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip. Jason Hiner/ZDNETWith Cyber Monday behind us and the big holiday sales still a couple of weeks out, we’re at an in-between moment with some quietly amazing sales. Case in point: Apple’s 13-inch M3 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition is available now for $1,299 for the 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD configuration. It pairs a ton of customizable features with a nice display, surprisingly beefy speakers, and a marathon battery. A few physical design choices might be of concern for some users, and […] More
NurPhoto / Contributor / Getty Images With the holiday season upon us, many companies are finding ways to take advantage through deals, promotions, or other campaigns. OpenAI has found a way to participate with its “12 days of OpenAI” event series. On Wednesday, OpenAI announced via an X post that starting on Dec. 5, the […] More
Apple Apple’s App Store carries nearly two million apps across different devices. All are meant to suit different purposes and enhance your life in some way, whether it be entertainment, wellness, productivity, or more. Out of those millions, Apple’s App Store editors chose 17 apps that stood out amongst the rest — the 2024 App […] More
Tharon Green/ZDNET Do you need to be an Amazon Prime member to get deals? For the most part, no, you do not need to be a Prime member to shop holiday savings. Unlike Prime Day events, Cyber Week and the lingering sale events are not members-only sale events and are open to non-Prime members. However, […] More
The Bose Soundlink Max looks like an unassuming speaker, but it delivers in all the right areas. Jack Wallen/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Bose Soundlink Max More
Jason Hiner/ZDNETSoundbars are gaining in popularity because of their sleek design and ability to provide an ample boost in audio quality compared to built-in TV speakers. Even with their plug-and-play nature, you can make a few modifications to help unleash the best possible sound quality. Also: The best soundbars of 2024: Expert tested and recommendedWhether you’re new to soundbar setups or a self-proclaimed audiophile, familiarizing yourself with some key settings can take your viewing and listening experience to new heights. Read on for five pointers on how to optimize your soundbar’s performance. More
Yes, holiday hosting can be a ball, but it can also be a pain in the neck. You’re cleaning before guests arrive and deep cleaning after they leave. There’s constant commotion in the kitchen as you prepare food and mix drinks. There’s the music and overall vibe curation that takes lots of time and energy to get right. And, there’s always that one person who spills red wine on the sofa or breaks your favorite mug. Also: Everything you need to start building out your smart homeWhat if there were tech products that not only made the hosting experience simpler, but enjoyable as well? We’ve rounded up some products that simplify holiday party throwing, whether that’s by mopping and vacuuming your place with a robot vacuum, keeping track of who’s coming and going with a doorbell camera, blasting holiday tunes with the smartest of speakers, or commemorating the moment with a favorite film camera. A robot vacuum/mopThrow that stinky, manual mop away: it’s time for a holiday (and all-year-round) upgrade. The best robot vacuums and mops autonomously clean your floors so you don’t have to. These devices learn the layout of your home and cleans different rooms on the schedule you program into it. It’s a hosts’ secret weapon to easy tidying before a party and facile cleanup after. More
