Eliana Willis

Solus Budgie makes for a wonderful desktop that anyone could easily use. Screenshot by Jack Wallen/ZDNETEvery so often I ask myself, “What is the thing that keeps people from using Linux?” Typically speaking, the answer is that they don’t know much about the open-source operating system. Second, comes the fact that it’s hard to find any big-box store that sells PCs pre-loaded with Linux. Third? The command line. Yep, the command line.Consider this: you tell someone about this incredible operating system they could use to escape the flaws, security issues, and costs associated with Windows, but the catch is that they might have to use the command line. Also: 8 things you can do with Linux that you can’t do with MacOS or WindowsWhen was the last time you encountered a new user who wanted to work with the command line? My guess is never.That’s why, when I look at Linux distributions that could be suited to new users, I always consider if they’d have to use the command line and, if so, how that would happen. To that end, I intentionally avoid using the command line during these review periods to ensure the distro is viable. More

App Freeze can help clear up space on your Android device. Screenshot by Jack Wallen/ZDNETOne of the main reasons I’ve stuck with the Pixel line of phones for so long is because they tend to be the first devices to receive new Android features. Sure, most of those features trickle down to other phones but it’s nice to know you’ll get them first.That’s the case with one particular Android feature called App Freeze, which can help you save space on your phone.Also: Here are the top five Android 15 features I love the mostI have a Pixel 9 Pro with 256GB of storage. The phone is new but I already have 49GB taken up by applications. It’s not just the installed apps that take up space but also the data they store. Although you might think 256GB is plenty of space for a mobile device, that storage can be gobbled up quickly by apps, images, photos, and more. That’s why Google added the App Freeze feature. Let’s find out more. More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways This ESR car charger supports the Qi2 standard, allowing it to power up at 15W. The CryoBoost fan helps to keep your iPhone cool when charging. You do have to supply your own 12V USB-C car charger. –> Do you need to charge your iPhone in the car but are frustrated […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE starts at $649, with 128GB of storage and AI features included. Large 6.7-inch AMOLED display and an enduring 4,700mAh battery are the top two strengths. At its price, the S24 FE faces stiff competition from Google, OnePlus, and Samsung itself. more buying choices With the fall […] More

Anthropic Imagine an AI model that can work with a computer all on its own. Well, imagine no longer because such an AI has arrived. On Tuesday, Anthropic announced that the latest generation of its Claude AI model can use a computer — just like you and I do. Dubbed Claude 3.5 Sonnet, the AI has […] More

iRobot The Roomba brand has become synonymous with a great robot vacuum. However, the big expense can be intimidating for a new robot vacuum user looking for their first model. Now, Roomba-maker iRobot has announced a new version of its affordable Essential line featuring hands-free cleaning capabilities and twice the cleaning power.  The redesigned Roomba […] More

Meta If you’ve ever lost access to a Facebook or Instagram account, you know it can be frustrating to prove that you’re really you. Meta is hoping to make regaining access to your account a lot easier and faster by bringing back a technology it recently did away with. Several years ago, Facebook shut down […] More