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Kerry Wan/ZDNET Samsung has officially launched its One UI 8 beta program, and you can sign up to be among the first to test it out — if you have a compatible device. In an announcement earlier this week, Samsung said the new platform, which is based on Android 16, would bring “a new era of software intelligence” to Galaxy devices along with several other upgrades. Here’s a look at what’s new and how you…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Piccolo N150 netbook is on sale now for $389. This eight-inch laptop has a nice display, enough power for most use cases, and even runs Linux well. The keyboard on the N150 is a challenge to get used to. If given the opportunity, I would much rather use a desktop over a laptop or phone. Don’t get me wrong, I’m glad I have my Android, but typing on phones has never…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Eufy Security Video Doorbell E340 is normally available for $180 but is currently on sale. This doorbell features two cameras to give you complete visibility of the person at your door and any packages left on your porch, all with no monthly fees. Although the doorbell comes with 8GB of built-in local storage (enough for up to 60 days of event recordings), you need to add a Eufy Security HomeBase to…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The EufyCam S3 Pro is available separately for $220 or in a two-pack with the HomeBase 3 for $550. This EufyCam is an excellent 4K outdoor security camera that delivers on its night vision promises, features no monthly fees, and has dual motion detection to reduce false alerts. The biggest downsides are that the camera is expensive, especially when you bundle it with HomeBase 3, and its resolution drops to 1080p with…

The ZDNET team got to test out some LG UltraGear monitors. Kerry Wan/ZDNET LG is one of the top names in high-end OLED monitors, and right now, you can save $200 on the 27-inch OLED UltraGear gaming monitor, bringing the price down to $800. Plus, you’ll get a free second 27-inch curved UltraGear screen and exclusive in-game loot for Monster Hunter Wilds. This deal expires on June 1, so today is your last chance to…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Light Phone 3 is on pre-order with support from many major carriers for $699. It’s setting a new standard for simplified phones by combining a sleek, minimal product with a focused purpose. I wish the battery lasted longer, there are still some features in development, and it’s not exactly cheap. Much attention has been paid to the idea of a “dumbphone.” We’ve all had the thought: how liberating it would be…

 A decent drill is still a must-have in my opinion, especially one that can do triple duty — drill into wood and metal, hammer drill into concrete, and also drive screwdriver bits. I prefer cordless tools not only because they are more convenient, but also because I won’t trip and fall over the cord. For the screwdriving job, my brand of choice has got to be Dewalt. Its tools are durable, last years of use…

June Wan/ZDNET Meta Ray-Bans already provide plenty of utility for people with low vision, but the glasses are about to get even better. Also: I’ve tested the Meta Ray-Bans for months, and these 5 features still amaze me Meta has announced two new accessibility advancements for its smart glasses designed to help users navigate the world around them. The first feature is available now. Meta said users can get descriptive responses about what their glasses see. Meta…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Chipolo One Point and Card Point normally retails for $26 and $24, respectively. They’re highly accurate, robust, and integrate well into the Google ecosystem. However, the One is only splashproof, and the Card version has a non-user-replaceable battery. more buying choices On Amazon, both the Chipolo One Point and Card Point are on sale for $22 and $21, respectively. AirTags are one of the things that have set the Apple ecosystem apart…