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Kayla Solino/ZDNETIt’s everyone’s favorite January news — tax season is nearly here, and if you want to get a jump on filing, TurboTax is offering up to 10% off right now More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Belkin Connect Universal Pro Dock retails for $150, but right now it’s on sale for $130. This midrange docking station is an excellent accessory, adding 11 additional ports while serving as a supportive base. The device sports a power cable that cannot be removed and may get in the way. […] More

Image: Polar Your smartwatch is slowly becoming your personal trainer, thanks to subscription plans that use the biometric data gathered by the watch to create customized training plans.  Smartwatch and fitness brand Polar introduced its paid, subscription-based Fitness Program on Thursday. The program brings “science-backed” cardio training plans to the Polar ecosystem, tailored to the […] More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETIs your smart TV slow to respond or stuttering during scenes? You’re not alone — many people experience laggy performance and choppy playback. The good news? A few simple fixes can get things running smoothly again. Also: The default TV setting you should turn off ASAP – and why it makes such a big differenceModern TVs have plenty of features and apps (and services that run in the background) that can slow them down over time. Fortunately, some simple actions can rectify your flatscreen’s sketchy performance. More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 with the Snapdragon X Plus processor is available now, starting at $749. It’s durable and reliable, runs cool, and features a comfortable keyboard and nice OLED display. However, it might not stand out in a market of similarly-specced devices that are lighter and cheaper. more buying choices […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways TCL’s 98-inch Class S5 Series TV is one of the most accessibly-priced TVs of its size. Watching movies and TV shows on such a big display is as close to a theatre-like experience as one can get at home. With such a large TV, setting it up can be a struggle, […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Google Pixel 9a is the latest midrange phone from the company and retails for $499. It features a new Tensor G4 chip, helpful AI tools, an improved main camera, and the largest battery of any Pixel. You’ll have to settle for some budget trade-offs, including the lack of a telephoto […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Titan X AirTag Trifold Wallet is a sleek, elevated AirTag wallet option that sells for $80. It holds up to 10 cards, has several internal pockets, uses RFID technology to block data theft, and is lightweight. Unlike the Ridge wallet, the Titan X wallet offers dedicated spots for storing cash […] More