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    I tested Oppo’s Find N5 for a week – here’s why it’s a near-perfect foldable phone

    Prakhar Khanna/ZDNETThe world’s thinnest book-style foldable, the Oppo Find N5, is finally here. I’ve had it for a week, and it has surprised me in more ways than one — both positively and negatively. At 8.93mm thick when folded, it’s closer to slab phones than any other foldable has ever been. But that slimness didn’t come without compromises. Judging by the on-paper camera specifications, I expected it to be underwhelming, but it’s better than other foldable phones in almost every regard. Also: The best phones to buy in 2025Here’s what it’s like to use the thinnest book-style foldable phone in the world — from someone who has used the previous world’s thinnest foldable phones.I love the new, refined design More

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    Can you really get Windows and Office for free? These hackers say yes

    rob dobi/Getty Images A group of developers who call themselves Massgrave have successfully hacked Microsoft’s activation tools for Windows and Office. The collective has uploaded a set of PowerShell scripts to their repository on GitHub, where anyone can download and use the tools to activate any edition of Windows or any perpetual-license Office edition without […] More

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    This $25 wireless charger is better than Apple’s product (and comes with a long cord)

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Anker MagGo Qi2 magnetic wireless charger pad is available for only $25. It’s a cheap high-speed Qi2 compatible wireless charger, but well-built and features a long cord. There is no charger included with the standard option (this kit costs an additional $9). –> Recently, I’ve seen more and more power […] More

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    The 13 best headphones of 2025

    A good pair of headphones can be your best friend, but choosing the right pair is a personal experience. Maybe you want headphones with strong noise-canceling properties to take on your daily commute. Perhaps you want headphones that can hang during your intense workouts or ones that simply work well and won’t break the bank.No matter your headphone needs, there’s a pair for everybody, and you shouldn’t be toting a pair that doesn’t best serve you. Each pair of headphones has different strengths in different categories, and we included 12 pairs of headphones and earbuds ranging from $180 to $449 to help you find the perfect pair.What are the best headphones right now?After extensively testing all of the top headphones available today, my favorite everyday premium headphones are the Bose QuietComfort Ultra More