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    Why I pick this ultraportable Lenovo tablet over the iPad Air for entertainment – and it’s on sale

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Lenovo’s Tab Plus is a mid-range tablet currently selling for $330 on Best Buy. 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 What’s the deal? Even though the […] More

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    This Pro-level Ring Spotlight Cam is better than I expected, especially with this deal

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Ring Spotlight Cam Pro Battery is available for $230 but is currently on sale for $170 This Pro-level Ring camera has a removable rechargeable battery pack, top-of-the-line audio performance, and supports dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4 and 5.0 GHz Unfortunately, the Ring Spotlight Cam Pro falls short on image quality, topping out […] More

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    Best Android Phones 2024: Expert tested (including foldables)

    As a smartphone reviewer, I spend countless hours testing apps, making phone calls, accepting that AI features are here to stay (even though they’re mostly unreliable for now), and snapping way too many food photos with the latest handsets on the market. I’m basically best friends with my SIM card ejector — and I say that proudly.Among all the options from Android makers like Samsung, Google, Motorola, and OnePlus, I’ve developed a good sense of which ones are truly worth your hard-earned cash. That includes buying advice for phones that are hot off the press or are on sale, and how they ultimately fare against the competition. The best Android phone should have a reliable camera system (regardless of how many lenses,) great battery life (with fast charging being a bonus), and high performance for the money.Also: The best cheap phones in 2024: Expert tested and reviewedWhat is the best Android phone right now?I thoroughly test every Android phone that makes its way onto my desk, spending at least two weeks with each device before deciding whether it fits within ZDNET’s buying guide. My pick for the best Android phone overall is the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra More

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    Instagram just beat TikTok to new feature creators will love

    Westend61/Getty Images The creator economy is now estimated to be worth $250 billion, and creator-driven social media sites, specifically TikTok, have played a huge role in propelling content creation into the big business category. Rival platforms are eyeing new ways to attract and house creators on their sites. Specifically, Instagram has been launching new features […] More