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Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET What’s the deal? Hoto’s Rechargeable Electric Screwdriver is currently on sale for $49.99, but you can add a coupon to your purchase to save an additional 15%, bringing the total price down to about $42. ZDNET’s key takeaways The Hoto 12-in-1 electric screwdriver is typically priced at $60. This electric screwdriver has a fast 220 RPM motor, two buttons for screwing in and out for ease of use, three torque settings for different…

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Whether you’re considering buying a new TV or your old flat panel seems to be doing fine, there are still ways to optimize your viewing experience, and it all begins with your television’s settings. Let’s explore some of the key factors determining how your TV performs and what you can do to make it look even better. 1. Turn down the sharpness The sharper the picture, the better. Right? Not necessarily. Contrary to…

Artie Beaty/ZDNET What’s the deal? LG is selling its S95TR soundbar, with the wireless subwoofer bundled, for $1,299, about $200 off its retail price. It comes bundled with a wireless subwoofer and a pair of wireless up-firing speakers for immersive surround sound. ZDNET’s key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is optimized for the company’s OLED TVs with immersive audio features. The LGS95TR may be expensive, but the high-quality audio is easily worth…

Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET What’s the deal? Amazon has lowered the price of the already-cheap Acer Aspire Go 15 by an additional $40. This lightweight work laptop is now available for $259. ZDNET’s key takeaways The Acer Aspire Go 15 is available for $259 on Amazon.  For an affordable price, the Acer Aspire Go 15 is a capable laptop for everyday use with a decent battery.  As with most devices in this price range, the laptop’s limitations…

akinbostanci/Getty Images Southeast Asian nations have reiterated the need for multilateral collaboration to boost the region’s cyberdefense, which now includes a physical CERT (Computer Emergency Response Team) site in Singapore.  The ASEAN Regional CERT was officially launched Wednesday during the 9th ASEAN Ministerial Conference on Cybersecurity, held alongside the Singapore International Cyber Week 2024. The ministerial conference gathers ministers of telecommunications and cybersecurity of the 10 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states, including Thailand,…

Amazon/ZDNET It appears to be streaming device season, as Amazon joins Google and Roku in launching a new product. Amazon has unceremoniously introduced the Fire TV Stick HD to simplify its offering of Fire TV streaming devices, replacing both the Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Stick Lite.  Though Amazon didn’t formally announce it, the new Fire TV Stick HD is available for purchase as a new device for $35. It delivers much of the…

Maria Diaz/ZDNET After X (formerly Twitter) announced a controversial privacy policy change, people are flocking to Bluesky.  On Wednesday, the X Engineering account announced a new rule that didn’t sit well with many users. “Soon,” the post read, “we’ll be launching a change to how the block function works. If your posts are set to public, accounts you have blocked will be able to view them, but they will not be able to engage (like,…

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Is your smart TV acting not-so-smart? Does it exhibit lag in sequences or a slow response to your remote control? You aren’t the only one who’s experienced the frustration of watching a juddering screen or disconcerting digital hang-ups. Also: How I optimized the cheapest 98-inch TV available to look and sound incredible Modern TVs have plenty of features and apps (and services that run in the background) which can leave them bogged down over…

You might have thought that Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days sale was the last chance for deep discounts until Black Friday. But Best Buy is already offering holiday-worthy savings for those looking to purchase gifts at a discount or simply upgrade their own tech. Whether you want to get an early head start on your holiday gift list or treat yourself to something special, you can take advantage of substantial savings on popular items like laptops, smartphones,…

Maria Diaz/ZDNET As we near the holiday season and Black Friday, discounts on our favorite products appear more frequently. Apple’s AirTags 4-Pack is one of those products that I love so much that I have to share with everyone, especially when it’s on sale.  I use AirTags to track wallets, keys, remote controls, and even my young kids. Over the past few years, AirTags have become this iPhone user’s go-to tracking device since they’re easy…