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The Oura Ring 4 (left) has receded sensors that make it more comfortable compared to Oura Ring 3 (right).  Nina Raemont/ZDNET The smart ring market has exploded over the last few years, with more and more brands entering the ecosystem with devices of their own. But out of all the different smart rings out there, the Oura Ring 3 has remained on top.  Also: Oura Ring 4 rolls out with smarter sensors, a thinner design,…

Eero Whether you’re a remote worker who enjoys a morning coffee on your deck or a business owner running a cafe in a busy college town, getting reliable Wi-Fi outdoors can be challenging. While some users have gotten creative with their weatherproof Wi-Fi solutions, Eero is now launching what may be the answer for many: the Eero Outdoor 7. This Wi-Fi extender is an IP66-rated outdoor device that supports Wi-Fi 7 speeds and projects up…

Cisco has always had an obsession of putting the user experience at the center of everything we do. Today marks another step in this evolution with Cisco Spatial Meetings for Apple Vision Pro. It takes a concept we call “Distance Zero” to the next level using spatial computing. Source link

Stack Social If you live near a BJ’s Wholesale Club and have been thinking about buying a membership, now is a great time: New members can buy an annual membership for just $20 (reg. $55) through this Stack Social deal — saving you 63%. Not only that, if you sign up through this deal, you’ll get a $20 store credit reward back when you spend $60 in your first 30 days — essentially making your…

There’s no question about it: The past year has redefined what’s possible when it comes to battery life in laptops. Thanks to new processor technology, we’re seeing devices lasting upwards of 15 hours as the new norm, when just a few years ago that would have been considered exceptional.  We put all the laptops we test through the wringer, and the ones chosen for this list emerged as some of the best in class for…

Image: Polar Earlier this summer I had the chance to try out Polar’s newest flagship watch and enjoyed the large display, rugged design, and powerful Polar Flow training features. People with smaller wrists or who want a smaller Polar watch have been a bit limited by the Ignite 3’s training features as that watch is focused on providing an everyday fitness experience. The new Polar Vantage M3 targets multi-sport athletes who want a smaller watch…

Solus Budgie makes for a wonderful desktop that anyone could easily use. Screenshot by Jack Wallen/ZDNET Every so often I ask myself, “What is the thing that keeps people from using Linux?” Typically speaking, the answer is that they don’t know much about the open-source operating system. Second, comes the fact that it’s hard to find any big-box store that sells PCs pre-loaded with Linux. Third? The command line. Yep, the command line. Consider this:…

App Freeze can help clear up space on your Android device. Screenshot by Jack Wallen/ZDNET One of the main reasons I’ve stuck with the Pixel line of phones for so long is because they tend to be the first devices to receive new Android features. Sure, most of those features trickle down to other phones but it’s nice to know you’ll get them first. That’s the case with one particular Android feature called App Freeze,…

ZDNET’s key takeaways This ESR car charger supports the Qi2 standard, allowing it to power up at 15W. The CryoBoost fan helps to keep your iPhone cool when charging. You do have to supply your own 12V USB-C car charger. Do you need to charge your iPhone in the car but are frustrated by having cables everywhere or finding that wireless charging is slow or causes overheating? If this sounds like what you need, ESR…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE starts at $649, with 128GB of storage and AI features included. Large 6.7-inch AMOLED display and an enduring 4,700mAh battery are the top two strengths. At its price, the S24 FE faces stiff competition from Google, OnePlus, and Samsung itself. more buying choices With the fall season in full swing, I’ve recently been catching up with more friends and family. It’s during these times when I’m most…