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ZDNETCostco shoppers can now add an Oura Ring to their shopping carts. As of Wednesday, the world’s largest membership-based retailer is selling the device. The Oura Ring is available on Costco.com. Upon purchasing the smart ring, online shoppers will receive an additional ring charger at no charge. This offer is limited to the fourth-generation Oura Ring. Customers can buy a Gold, Silver, or Black ring in sizes 4 to 15. The other finishes, including Brushed Silver, Stealth, and Rose Gold, are unavailable at Costco, but can be bought on Oura’s website, Best Buy, or Amazon.Also: I wore a $49 OTC continuous glucose monitor for two weeks – Here’s what surprised meThe Oura Ring 4 was rated ZDNET’s product of the year for 2024. The device can track your activity, sleep, and stress, and provides data about your daily, monthly, and long-term health. “The Oura Ring 4 stands out as a beacon of seamless integration between advanced health tracking technology and everyday wellness,” ZDNET’s Kerry Wan wrote about the product.  More

Nodar Chernishev/Getty Images Every installation of Windows 11 includes a very long list of preinstalled apps. Some are there because they’re necessary for the operating system to do what it does. Others are there to help Microsoft make more money, because every Windows PC is valuable for its ability to bundle and promote Microsoft’s collection […] More

CRM software, also known as customer relationship management software, is a solution that assists businesses in handling the customer side of their operations. It can be used to manage and track customer relationships, trends, marketing efforts, and communication, bringing everything into one centralized platform or system to optimize interactions.Also: The best password managers for businesses: Expert testedAutomation is one of the key benefits of CRM software, but depending on the type of solution you opt for, you may also be able to harness analytics, collaborative tools, and advanced features that streamline your business operations. Some options now even include AI.What is the best CRM software right now?Our top recommendation for CRM software is Salesforce Starter CRM More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways At $130, the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera is a practical, battery-powered solution for darker areas around your house that lack wiring and outlets. The AA batteries allow the floodlights to beam at 700 nits of brightness, which is not the most powerful on the market but good enough to see […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Kospet Tank M3 Ultra and T3 Ultra 2 are available for just $159.99 each. The watches are have vibrant displays, pass durability standards, and have long battery life. Updates take a long time, and the heart rate sensor measures a bit high. –> With so many new wearables on the […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Apple’s MacBook Air M4 is available now, starting at $999 for the 13-inch, and $1,199 for the 15-inch. The M4 Air supports up to two external monitors with the lid open, and scales up to 32GB of unified memory. There are still only two USB-C ports on the left side, and […] More

What is the best VPN for the Amazon Fire TV Stick right now?ExpressVPN More

When is Amazon’s Spring Sale 2025? Amazon’s Spring Sale will be returning this year on Tuesday, March 25 and ending March, 31. Amazon confirmed its second annual Big Spring Sale event on March 18. Are laptops really cheaper during Amazon sales? Absolutely. Retailers and manufacturers have plenty of reasons to discount their laptops: new models coming out, overstock in a particular configuration, etc. Now, many of these discounted events align with Amazon’s sales, allowing retailers to clear inventory as part of the deals events. How did we choose these Spring Sale deals?ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy — laptops we actually have tested and would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. We also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. Looking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites with ZDNET Recommends. More