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<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Twelve South’s PlugBug is a wall charger optimized for iOS, offering native Find My support. It’s especially convenient for frequent flyers who are prone to misplacing their vital charging cables. The device is pricey but worth it for its bulk, versatility, and convenience. –> The PlugBug Travel 120W<!–> is currently on […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Alienware 18 Area-51 normally retails for $3,199. It is a gaming laptop that delivers an unbelievable performance thanks to its powerful hardware and equally powerful cooling system. Traveling with the computer will prove difficult because of its weight; you’ll also have to pay quite a bit for the system. more […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The CMF Phone 2 Pro is one of the best-value handsets on the market, with a price of $279. It has a striking design, a practical feature set, and fantastic battery life. US buyers should note the phone’s cellular network support, and the lack of compatible back accessories. more buying choices […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Klein Tools 80016 Circuit Breaker Finder effectively maps circuits throughout your home. It’s a useful tool with clear discovery indicators and improved safety features. It’s somewhat pricey at $65, with minimal directions for beginners. –> Do you ever wonder what wall socket corresponds to which circuit breaker or circuit in […] More
Lance Whitney / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETMicrosoft has rolled out the initial build of this year’s annual update for Windows 11, known as 25H2. Now available for Windows insiders, the 2025 version should install and run without too many hiccups, promising a smoother experience compared with the launch of the 24H2 edition.Also: Can’t upgrade your Windows 10 PC? Here are your options before it all ends in 3 monthsIn an IT blog post published Friday, Microsoft explained how and why Windows 11 25H2 is supposed to go down easy — certainly easier than its predecessor. First, the 25H2 installation package is smaller than for prior versions. With Windows 11 24H2, Microsoft performed an OS swap, completely replacing all the system files, even ones that didn’t need updating. That resulted in a larger package that took longer to install. With 25H2, Microsoft is replacing only the files that do need to be updated, so the installation will be leaner and run faster. Second, Microsoft is applying the same technology used in regular Windows updates to the 25H2 update. Through a process called “feature updates via servicing,” the new annual update is designed to install with just a single restart — one that aims to get you back to Windows quickly and easily. Also: How to upgrade your ‘incompatible’ Windows 10 PC to Windows 11 – 2 free optionsThird, Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 share the same source code. The only difference is that any new features in the 2025 version are simply disabled in the 2024 version. This means that Windows insiders who want to test the new flavor only have to focus on the new features instead of all the apps, devices, and other OS components. Hopefully, Microsoft learned a few lessons from the debacle of Windows 11 24H2. Almost from the get-go, that edition was plagued by a series of bugs and glitches, one after the other. Updates that tried to fix one set of problems sometimes caused a whole new set. With all the issues and incompatibilities, the company was forced to block the update for a variety of PCs. Let’s keep our fingers crossed that 25H2 will be a much more stable and reliable version, even as Microsoft adds new features. More
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<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is available now, starting at $649. It’s the most powerful Chromebook Plus device yet, and earned our Editor’s Choice award for its fantastic battery, lovely OLED display, and ultraportable form. There’s a limit to its performance capabilities, and utilizing ChromeOS to its fullest comes with a […] More
islander11/Getty Images Industry eyebrows were raised recently at New York Federal Reserve Bank data showing software engineering graduates face higher unemployment rates than art history majors. The unemployment rates for computer engineering and computer science were 7.5% and 6.7% respectively. By contrast, the unemployment rates for art history and social services majors were 3% and 1.7% […] More
