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Bluetti AC70 power station. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETWhat’s the deal?The Bluetti AC70 More

The clock strikes late afternoon, and the monotony of your office day is hitting hard. Your  smartphone, that trusty sidekick, is gasping for life at a perilous 15% battery. Panic? Not your style. You recall your secret weapon – you have a power bank. With a swift move, you reach into your bag, pull out your trusty power bank, and hook it up to your device, turning the tide and keeping your productivity on point.A good power bank is a total game changer in the modern tech arsenal. Yet, the journey to find a top-notch, dependable one amidst the sea of subpar knock-offs can be treacherous. Fear not, for I am here to be your guide, navigating you through the tech wilderness to uncover the perfect power bank that stands tall in quality, safety, and reliability.More: Best MagSafe battery packs of 2024: Expert testedWhat is the best power bank right now? I’ve rigorously tested hundreds — yes, literally hundreds — of power banks in recent years, putting me in the perfect position to identify which ones truly deserve your hard-earned money. My pick for the best power bank overall goes to the Anker PowerCore 10,000 mAh Redux More

The U-Turn Orbit Custom is an excellent option if you’re looking for something entirely customizable for your taste and needs. You can choose everything from the color, cartridge, preamp, cueing lever, platter material, etc.What’s great about customization is that you can pay as little as $250 but can add on features that’ll cost you more than $900, making this option perfect for both turntable beginners and audiophiles alike. I actually purchased this turntable for my dad as a Christmas gift years back, and I can confirm it’s a great-sounding player that comes with as many bells and whistles as you need. One thing to note about this model that my dad and I experienced is that its belt drive can be challenging to handle if you’re not used to it. Since it is attached to the outside of the platter, if you are rough with switching your records, you can inadvertently cause the belt drive to fall off. This can be a huge pain to put back on.U-Turn Orbit Custom tech specs: Platter Material: MDF or acrylic | Cartridge Model: AT91B, Ortofon OM5E, Grado Black3, Ortofon 2M Red, Ortofon 2M Blue | Drive Type: Belt drive | Supported Speeds: 33 1/3 RPM, 45 RPM  | Tonearm Type: Adjustable Counterweight Straight Tonearm | Built-in Preamp: Can be included | Cueing Lever: Can be included | Anti-skate: Built-in/not adjustable More

Max Buondonno/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe OnePlus Watch 2R More

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Maria Diaz/ZDNETAmazon Echo speakers are the best way to introduce the Amazon Alexa ecosystem into your smart home. The Echo Pop More

Between commutes, after school activities, and late night work emails, you need a tablet that is not only tough but that also has a battery that can last all day. The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro gives you up to 15 hours of use on a full charge, which means you won’t have to worry about remembering your charging cable or where the nearest wall outlet is when you head out the door in the morning for work or school. The 10.1-inch screen provides you with plenty of visibility for virtual classes and meetings, educational videos, and productivity apps while Wi-Fi and LTE connectivity options let you access email, cloud storage, and the internet even if a hotspot isn’t available. With 64GB or 128GB of internal storage and the ability to insert a microSD storage card, you’ll have plenty of space for images, documents, and apps for work or school, while the military-grade security software prevents unauthorized access to your files and personal data. The Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro is MIL-STD-810G compliant and IP68 certified to resist moisture, dirt, extreme temperatures, drops, and shocks. Samsung Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro tech specs: Screen size:10.1 inches | Storage: 64GB or 128GB | RAM: 4GB or 6GB | Processor: Qualcomm SM7325 | Resolution: 1920 x 1200 | Battery life: 15 hours | Operating system: Android 12 | Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm AUX, GPS, microSD, LTE (on certain models)  More