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I test earbuds for a living. I’m running in busy city streets and parks with them in my ears, playing my favorite songs and podcasts with them in on the subway, working with them in the office, and evaluating them for their performance, connectivity, battery life, comfort, and more. When I enjoy the sound of the earbuds, can wear them comfortably for the entire workday, or depend on them for my runs, I tell you, dear reader, all about them. I write reviews about and include the earbuds in lists like these. And when I don’t like a pair of earbuds, they are not included in any of these lists. We only write about products we can actually recommend to people, because we know that spending money on a pair of earbuds or another tech product is no pretty penny. If I haven’t tested the earbuds myself, I rely on the opinions of my coworkers and ZDNET staffers who have used the products we include. For more information on how we test headphones and earbuds, visit this article, which explores our process in-depth. Also: How we test headphones and earbuds More

XSplit Broadcaster is a live streaming program geared towards established content creators with large audiences. Their Broadcaster software has a free base version with limited functionality, which is great for testing out if you’re thinking of making the switch. To access all features though, you’ll have to upgrade to a paid subscription, which runs about $15 per month or $60 for a full year. You can even buy a lifetime license for $200, which is a one-time, up-front payment that allows you to use XSplit for as long as you want to create content. With the paid subscription, you can stream to multiple sites simultaneously to expand your audience, create unlimited scenes for streaming different kinds of content, and have a dedicated support team for troubleshooting technical issues. And with paid subscriptions, you’ll get lifetime updates to keep XSplit, and your content, engaging and interesting for returning viewers and newcomers to your chat. You can even integrate other programs like Zoom and Discord or add GIFs, static images, and music to your stream for more exciting content and to make it easier to collaborate with other creators. XSplit Broadcaster is even great for pre-recorded content like YouTube let’s plays, allowing you to record several scenes at once to make post-production and editing easier.XSplit Broadcaster features – Compatibility: Windows | Multistream support: Yes | Creator program: No More

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Fitbit has been one of the pioneers of smart fitness trackers, making some of the best devices in the game. In the last iteration of this list, the Fitbit Charge 5 was our best overall pick. It would be no surprise to expect its newest version, the Fitbit Charge 6, to resume that spot. With a charge that lasts seven days, it is hard to beat.According to ZDNET contributor Matthew Miller, the Fitbit Charge 6 is, “one of the best fitness trackers.”Review: Fitbit Charge 6The Charge 6 has the same features as the Charge 5 but better. The optical heart rate monitor has dramatically improved, with Fitbit stating it is 60% more accurate. Like its predecessor, it is equipped with SpO2 monitoring, a skin temperature sensor, and a comfortable form factor while slightly larger than the 5. “Compared to the Charge 5, I am very pleased to see the return of the floors climbed metric, improved heart rate sensor performance, side haptic button, and the Google goodies… The Fitbit Charge 6 is much better to sleep with than my larger smartwatches. Using the Charge 6 definitely has me considering if I really need a full-size watch mounted on my wrist all the time,” said Miller in his review.One of the only downsides is the smaller display, which makes some actions slightly tedious on the touchscreen. The GPS is not as accurate as other watches, as the 6 only supports one navigation system, GLONASS, as opposed to other watches, which typically use five. Some features require a Fitbit Premium membership, but Google offers a free six-month subscription when you purchase the watch. The Fitbit Charge 6 is our best overall fitness tracker with its plethora of functions and reasonable price. Fitbit Charge 6 Specs: Display: 1.4-inch full-color AMOLED | Battery Life: Up to seven days | Dimensions: 38 x 18.5 x 11.6mm | Weight: 37.64 g | Water/dust resistance: Up to 50 meters | Connectivity: Bluetooth, iOS 15 or higher  and Android 9 or higher | Sleep tracking: Yes, with Fitbit Premium More

The Arlo Pro 5S is easy to install, thanks to its built-in battery. Maria Diaz/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysArlo’s flagship Pro 5S 2K More

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iPad Air (M2, 2024) 4 / 5 Very good pros and cons Pros Increased base storage for the same price as older model Affordable large-screen (13-inch) option Faster M2 Apple Silicon Camera placement is more natural Cons Thicker and heavier than the iPad Pro No Face ID unlock No headphone jack 60Hz refresh rate display […] More