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Thermal Master USB-C Camera <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways It’s the perfect thermal camera for professional and consumer use. From my testing, the camera has great accuracy and temperature resolution. While it works with Android and iOS, it’s still fairly pricey at $300. –> I make no bones about being a huge fan of thermal cameras […] More
DJI Osmo 360 Adventure Combo kit. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The Osmo 360 is DJI’s first 360-degree action camera.It can shoot 360-degree panoramic video at 8K/30fps.Unfortunately, the camera won’t initially be offered in the US.DJI recently unveiled its latest product. No, not a drone, but a camera — the Osmo 360 More
Redmagic 10 Air <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Redmagic 10 Air Android phone is on sale now for $700. The Redmagic phone is as elegant as it is powerful and can handle some of the more challenging games. This camera system isn’t necessarily flagship level, and you’ll want to pay attention to network band support. […] More
Kerry Wan/ZDNETNetflix wasn’t the first streaming platform, but it was the first to make video-on-demand mainstream. Fourteen years ago, as it phased out its mailing service, it took a massive bite out of the global market.Also: This 30-second fix made my Roku TV run like new again (and why it works)Remember that? Physical DVDs showing up in your actual mailbox — the one at the end of your driveway (or your hallway)? To my surprise, that was still actually a thing up until late 2023. Whaaat?Streaming introduced a slew of new entertainment options and, most importantly, unparalleled convenience. These days, Netflix is one of many platforms that offer a staggering amount of titles to choose from — and yet, there is more there than meets the eye.Did you know Netflix has secret cheat codes?As it turns out, Netflix has a plethora of shows and movies available that you don’t normally see when booting up the app. Our personalized, algorithm-based menus confine us to viewing only a fraction of the entire Netflix library.Also: How to clear your TV cache (and why it makes such a big difference)You can find special cheat codes to unlock more content on resources like Netflix-Codes and the website What’s On Netflix. Either is a good place to start massively multiplying your viewing options. The categories associated with these codes range everywhere from “Deep Sea Horror Movies” (code 45028) to very specific subgenres like “Feel-good Sports Movies for Ages 8 to 10” (code 855). More
Adam Breeden/ZDNETA modern TV uses significantly less energy than one from a decade ago — which makes sense, given how much more power-efficient today’s display panels have become.According to Perch Energy, the average power consumption of an old TV runs around $54 per year in energy costs. Because LED-backlit TVs and OLEDs consume less power than traditional LCD screens, newer models cost about $32 annually. Also: How to clear your TV cache (and why you shouldn’t wait to do it)In large part, the bigger your screen size, the more power your TV requires. But there are ways to attenuate your TV’s power consumption every time you turn it on. Here are some settings you can change to save more money on your next electricity bill. Even if it’s just tens of dollars that you’re ultimately saving, it’s still a little less money coming out of your pocket, and that’s the goal. More
Gabby Jones/Bloomberg via Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways The uBlock Origin Lite ad blocker extension has arrived for Safari. This extension is much better at blocking ads than most built-in blockers. Make sure to install the official extension — we have the correct link. Ad-blocking software has become a necessity for many of us because […] More
Adam Breeden/ZDNETWhether you’re considering buying a new TV or your old flat panel seems to be doing fine, there are still ways to optimize your viewing experience, and it all begins with your television’s settings. Let’s explore some of the key factors determining how your TV performs and what you can do to make it look even better.1. Turn down the sharpnessThe sharper the picture, the better. Right? Not necessarily.Contrary to popular belief, the “sharpness” setting on your TV doesn’t affect the actual sharpness of the displayed image. True sharpness is determined by factors such as screen resolution, source material resolution, and contrast. Instead, the sharpness setting alters the artificial edge enhancement — a processor-driven adjustment that can introduce unwanted noise and, ironically, distort details in the image.Also: I replaced my 4K TV with a UST projector – and the visual upgrade was worth itEdge enhancement is designed to make on-screen objects more distinct by emphasizing the boundaries between them, theoretically creating a more lifelike image. However, this feature acts like a universal Instagram filter, potentially leading to an unnatural appearance in some media. More
BOUREIMA HAMA/Getty Images ZDNET’s takeaways SpaceX shares details about “Starlink Community,” a dish-sharing program that lowers monthly subscription costs. A support page shows a price of $60 a month for the service. Currently, every Starlink subscriber needs their own equipment. You might soon have an option to get Starlink internet at a much more affordable […] More
