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wellesenterprises/Getty Images Long before Linux was introduced, I worked as a Unix system administrator. In those days, I downloaded the source code, unpacked the tarball archive it arrived in, compiled it, and installed it whenever I needed to update my system or install a new package. It was a real pain in the rump.  With the arrival of Unix System V Release 4 (SVR4) in 1989, things got better with the first package manager system:…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The OnePlus 12 has a starting price of $799 It was the company’s most complete handset in 2024 with the fastest charging speeds on the market (both wired and wireless), a flagship camera system, premium build quality, and reliable performance The lack of generative AI features is felt, but for many, that may not be a problem. more buying choices For a limited time, you can get the 512GB OnePlus 12 for…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Doogee T30 Max tablet is available now on Amazon for around $350. The T30 Max has all the power and battery you want in a tablet, with the added bonus of a brilliant display. The cover that comes with the T30 Max is a bit flimsy, so you’ll probably want to find something a bit more substantial. There are plenty of people out there who claim Android tablets haven’t been relevant…

Nina Raemont/ZDNET What’s the deal? At $40, the LC-Dolida sleep mask headphones combo put me into an instant slumber, and distanced the noises of sirens, beeps, and honks outside my busy Brooklyn bedroom window.  The sleep mask headphones offer an impressive battery life and sound quality that distract you from outside noise and completely eliminate all light around you.  They aren’t perfect for side sleepers, but you can still rest easy with these on even…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET If you’re looking for an affordable smartwatch that easily integrates with the Samsung ecosystem, consider these early summer savings on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: At Amazon, you can get the Watch 7 along with a Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 Bluetooth tracker for $220, saving you $110.  Also: This Samsung Galaxy Watch design feature might be returning soon – and it’s good news for fans The Galaxy Watch 7 is our tested pick for…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Viture Pro XR glasses are available for a retail price of $499 in black. The display is larger, brighter, and smoother with the same form factor, fit, and excellent construction. An additional accessory is needed for devices without USB-C and multiple pieces are required for gaming. Right now, you can save $60 on the Viture Pro glasses on Amazon with the on-page coupon, bringing the price down to $399. After buying the…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Buy One, Get One offers on TVs are rare — especially on a Sony TV we expect to gain high marks later this year. But for a limited time, Sony is giving out free TVs with select purchases. If you buy a 65-inch Bravia 8 II QD-OLED 4K display, you will get a 55-inch X77L 4K Google TV at no cost. This TV normally retails for $590. Similarly, if you buy a 55-inch…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Roku Streaming Stick and Streaming Stick Plus are available now for $30 and $40, respectively. Both streaming devices are more compact than ever, only slightly larger than an HDMI port; they’re also portable and can be powered by your TV These new Roku Sticks don’t feature Find My Remote or backlit buttons, which are reserved for the high-end Roku remote. more buying choices I remember making the switch from cable to…

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic has hit $3 billion in annualized revenue, marking a 200% increase in just five months, according to a Friday report from Reuters. The news points to increasing demand among businesses for generative AI tools. Anthropic’s annualized revenue — or its total projected earnings over the course of the year, assuming its current rate of income continues — was close to $1 billion in December, according to the Reuters report,…