How to use your TV as a PC monitor in 3 simple steps (and without buying anything)
Breathe new life into an old TV by setting it up as a PC monitor with gear you may already have around the house.
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Is leasing an iPhone right for you? How Apple's Upgrade Program works and who it's for
Apple recently partnered with Klarna to revamp its Upgrade Program, which lets you lease some Apple devices for a low…
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Can MainstreamOS finally make Linux a household name? I tried it to find out
Finally, there's a Linux distro that makes Arch and Hyprland easy - while adding the polish of MacOS. What's not to…
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Your Comcast router doubles as a motion detector now - and a potential police informant
Opinion: Comcast's new motion detection technology could benefit your home, but it also raises privacy concerns. The…
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After testing the Pixel 11, I feel fine about skipping the Pro models - here's why
The design is largely unchanged from last year, but the Pixel 11 base model has an improved camera, Tensor G6 chip, and…
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I replaced my Samsung with the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold - a week later, I'm going back
The subtle changes are nice, but not enough to justify spending $1,900 on Google's latest foldable phone when better…
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I've tested dozens of rugged smartwatches - this one's battery is on a different level
The Suunto Core 2 provides key outdoor metrics, storm alerts, and up to 15 months of battery life.
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Pixel 11 XL Pro: Google's big flagship is more Pro than ever, but the camera is no big thing
The Pixel 11 Pro XL has some gorgeous hardware and some neat AI tricks, but the cameras need good lighting to shine.
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I tried the Fairphone 6+ and - hoo boy! - this repairable phone could be the one
Fairphone is finally selling its latest model in the US. The $649 handset has 12 swappable parts, and a replacement…
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The best Android phones of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
We tested the latest Android phones on the market, from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 to the Google Pixel 11 series.…
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Best robot vacuum mops of 2026: Expert tested
We've tested over 50 top robot vacuum-and-mop combos from brands like Roborock, Eufy, Ecovacs, and Dreame to choose the…
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The best TVs of 2026: Expert tested and recommended
I have been writing about TVs and home theater tech for the better part of a decade. These are the best TVs ZDNET has…
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I tested Bose's new midrange headphones - now the pricey Ultras feel redundant
Bose's second-gen QuietComfort headphones retain their $359 price tag, but flaunt meaningful upgrades from their…
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Get better color accuracy on your TV with these simple steps
Even if it has impressive out-of-the-box color, your new (or old) TV can always benefit from a few simple tweaks to get…
Read at source →I tested the LG C6 OLED for a week, and the colors made me question my Mini LED loyalty
One of LG's flagship OLED TVs got a refresh with the C6, and it won a ZDNET Lab Award for the most accurate color…
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The Hisense U8QG is one of the smartest TV buys I can recommend
The Hisense U8QG delivers premium features at a midrange price and wins a ZDNET Lab Award for the most accurate color…
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We lab-tested 7 TVs for color accuracy - and the winners weren't Sony or Samsung
ZDNET's latest Lab Award crowns two flagship TVs that have the most accurate color reproduction in SDR and HDR formats.
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Framework's new Pro modular laptop is everything I wanted (minus the cost of memory)
The Framework 13 Pro is a great example of when brands listen to their consumers - even if price and availability are…
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Firefox is the browser to beat right now if you use AI - here's why
Mozilla has finally released the beta of Firefox Smart Window. I ran it through its paces and found features that might…
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The 6 AI-free Linux distros I recommend most - and why they're likely to stay that way
If AI isn't your jam, and you're looking for an operating system that doesn't (and won't) force it on you, look no…
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I tested GNOME's glassy new look - and it's simply spectacular
GNOME is finally catching up to other desktop environments, thanks to Aura Glass, a fluid, modern desktop inspired by…
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Add photos to your iMessages with one tap - how to skip that annoying iOS menu
The latest iOS updates have added a ton of unnecessary taps to do simple things like add a photo to a text. But there's…
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One of our favorite Bluetooth tracker cards is under $35 with this exclusive deal
KeySmart's SmartCard (Gen 3) is perfect for Android and Apple users, and it's an extra 20% off with a ZDNET-exclusive…
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I tested Omarchy Quattro, one of the first Linux distros to go all in on AI - and I didn't hate it
Omarchy made me fall in love with Hyprland - can it do the same for AI?
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Ubuntu on Windows outgrowing native installs? Not according to Canonical's Jon Seager
There's some confusion about Ubuntu's popularity on Windows Subsystem for Linux, so I asked Canonical directly.
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T-Mobile will cover your first month of 5G home internet and give you up to $200 back - here's how
The latest T-Mobile 5G Home Internet offer will get you a first month on T-Mobile and up to $200 back, with a price…
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Google's AI can see your business data by default in Workspace - unless you disable it
In Google Workspace, Gemini has access to Gmail, Docs, Calendar, Chat, and more by default. Here's why it matters, and…
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Microsoft reveals customizable context menu for Windows users - how to try it out
You'll be able to tweak the right-click context menus in Windows to remove items you don't want, thereby decreasing the…
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Apple's iOS 26.6.1 patches 29 security flaws - here's why you'll want to install it
Along with MacOS and iPadOS, the latest update to iOS fixes a host of security bugs that could otherwise leave your…
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How to avoid Claude watermarking your content
The answer is where you least expect it.
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I found an Android magnifier app for my aging eyes that beats camera zoom - and it's free
Is the fine print getting harder to read? There's an app that can help with that.
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Want to run a full Linux distro on your Android phone? I found the easiest way
Have you ever wanted to run a Linux distribution on your Android device? If so, your best bet is UserLAnd.
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I went running with the Galaxy Watch 9 in London, and it taught me something new
I appreciate the light and comfortable build on Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9, with a range of helpful tracking features and…
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My favorite MacBook accessory gives my keyboard a simple but useful upgrade for cheap
The best investment I've made for my MacBook Pro only cost me $13 - here's why I recommend it.
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Why your Windows installation files keep getting bigger - AI is filling up smaller drives
It's not your imagination. Microsoft's ISO downloads for Windows have been creeping up in size. It might even be fair…
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The 5 laptop features worth spending extra on (and 3 that are mostly hype)
Laptop manufacturers love showing off gimmicky features - here's what to prioritize, and what to ignore.
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