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Adam Breeden/ZDNETAfter the initial setup, most people rarely engage directly with their smart TV. With wireless connectivity, phone apps, and remote controls, there’s little need to. Tucked next to the essential HDMI ports, a USB 2.0 port — likely sitting unnoticed on the back or side panel — offers more potential than you might expect.  Also: Your car’s USB port has hidden superpowers: 5 features you’re not taking advantage ofUSB ports are easy to overlook, but they’re a standard feature on most TVs — and more useful than you might think. Here are five clever ways to make the most of them. More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Perfect way to share 100W of power between three devices This cable does exactly what it says it will on the box – something that a lot of cables can’t claim Some might find the 65W limit a bit restrictive for charging laptops. –> Over the past couple of years, I’ve […] More

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Apple Apple has officially revved up its next-generation CarPlay Ultra, an integrated system that promises to change the way you control your car. Uniting key functions of both your car and your iPhone, the new flavor of CarPlay will let you view and access a variety of options from your dashboard and touchscreen. Also: This touchscreen […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The OnePlus Pad 2 is the company’s latest Android tablet with a premium design and flagship specs for $550. It’s compatible with a keyboard and pen that OnePlus sells separately, so you can turn it into an Android-powered laptop. While the multitasking features are excellent, and the Pad 2 checks all […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Boox Note Max comes bundled with the pen and case for $649. It’s thin and light, has a high-contrast display, and has a long list of features that make it a very versatile device. Theres no backlight, it’s monochromatic, and there’s a bit of a learning curve to use it […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The NexTool multitool is blade-free, making it TSA and airport security friendly. The tool is compact and can be attached to a keychain All the tools are decent quality, and can actually do the job they claim to be able to do. –> I like my EDC (everyday carry) gadgets, but […] More

Sony Ult Field 1 <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Sony Ult Field 1 is a portable speaker available for $130 (but it’s currently $88 on Amazon) The speaker prioritizes crystal-clear sound and pronounced bass, with vibrant audio that sounds like it’s coming from a much more expensive device It doesn’t boast as long a battery […] More