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mikkelwilliam/Getty Images Zoom, the video communication service whose star rose during the COVID-19 pandemic, is getting out of the video call game — well, sort of. In an announcement on Monday, the company said that, while people might not realize it, its official name is “Zoom Video Communications Inc.” because that’s where its focus lies. And while that’s still a priority, Zoom says, the future is about “so much more than video meetings.”  Also: Can…

Black Friday is just two days away. Though the post-Thanksgiving shopping extravaganza typically kicks off the holiday shopping season, you can already find major savings on top tech from headphones to TVs to tablets and beyond across major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Target, and more, many of which started their Black Friday sales early. Also: The best Black Friday Amazon deals Our team of deal-hunting experts at ZDNET is here to help you cut through…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Mobvoi TicWatch Atlas is available in Black or Silver for $280 This Google Wear OS smartwatch offers long battery life, dual-display technology, and a sapphire glass display. The watch comes with Wear OS 4 until OS 5 rolls out, and the two buttons require button and touchscreen tapping. What’s the deal?  Just ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the Mobvoi TicWatch Atlas is on sale for $280 on Amazon, which…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Blackview Tab 90 Wi-Fi is certified for streaming DRM HD content. I found the battery life of the tablet to be decent enough for content consumption. The battery charging, however, is notably slow. What’s the deal? For Black Friday, Amazon is selling the Blackview Tab 90 tablet for just $144, the lowest price it’s ever been. Why this deal is ZDNET recommended It’s that time of year when I get a…

Holiday shopping is here! Beyond testing lots of tech products for ZDNET, I love a good sale, and everyone knows Black Friday is the shopping extravaganza of the season. With Black Friday just two days away, retailers like Target are already offering plenty of tech on sale.  Also: The best Black Friday deals: Live updates You might think Amazon is the only place to find deals, but Target carries a wide variety of tech items that make great…

Black Friday is just two days away. But if you can’t wait until sales officially kick off to upgrade or replace your TV (or to find one to gift), we’ve found some incredible early Black Friday TV deals at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. You’ll find great discounts from brands like Sony, LG, TCL, and Hisense on everything from high-end OLED models to entry-level smart TVs for college dorms and first apartments.  Also: The best Black…