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Amplify your dev work with this deal on Visual Studio Pro 2022 right now.  StackSocial Having in-house development is a massive advantage for many businesses. And having software on hand to help streamline workflows, amplify productivity, and keep projects on track is a must — especially when you can get it at a discount. Right now, Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022 for Windows is on sale for only $28 (reg. $499), saving you 94%. Described…

PCs have been through a number of evolutions in terms of form factor, transforming from big, heavy, and quite ugly beige boxes that took up a lot of desk space to something no bigger than a hardback book that packs enough power to handle all but the most demanding of workloads. Say hello to the mini PC: A PC that’s just as comfortable tucked behind a TV, popped on a shelf, or hidden in a…

Get a one-year subscription to Microsoft 365 at a big discount right now. StackSocial If you’ve recently upgraded your laptop, you may have suddenly found yourself without access to Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and the rest of Microsoft’s near-necessary software. And since Microsoft switched from the traditional Office suite to a Microsoft 365 subscription service, it’s become more expensive to access those programs. But right now, Microsoft partner StackSocial is offering a one-year subscription to…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are available now for $179 They’re a reboot of the previous model with an even more comfortable, light fit, improved ANC, and booming, rich sound The app is a little clunky, the touch controls take some getting use to, and the voice commands can be finicky. more buying choices In response to Apple’s latest AirPods 4, Bose just released its 2024 generation of the QuietComfort earbuds, a reset on the…

How do I care for my new Lenovo laptop? A new laptop is an investment, and making it last is essential to maximizing its value. To care for your new laptop, you’ll want to minimize the amount of bumps and vibrations it’s exposed to, and keep it closed when not in use to protect the keys and screen, which can be fragile.  Maximizing your laptop’s battery life is also part of its longevity, as it’s…

Matthew Miller/ZDNET At Meta Connect in September, one of the newest products that caught my eye was a limited-edition pair of Ray-Ban glasses — with a transparent frame, sapphire transition lenses, and a fairly accessible $429 price tag. Since I’ve already had great experiences with the Meta Quest 3 and Viture Pro XR glasses, I decided it was time to try the highly praised smart glasses by Meta. Fortunately, I was able to buy a…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 is available now, starting at $1,800. It’s an ultraportable, reliable workhorse with good connectivity and security features that professionals will love. It’s rather expensive, and its average display is overshadowed by flashy OLEDs on comparable devices. more buying choices The fifth generation of Lenovo’s ThinkPad X13 line aims to bring AI-ready connectivity to the business user, in a lightweight 2-in-1 or standard form factor, lots…

Hisense/ZDNET Want to see wide-eyed joy on the face of a loved one by giving them a new, high-res smart TV this holiday season? Does your home entertainment center need an upgrade? Either way, Walmart has you covered with this deal. Also: The 50+ best Black Friday Walmart deals 2024: Early sales live now With a 4K UHD picture quality and HDR compatibility, the Hisense R6 offers exceptional clarity, vibrant colors, and sharp detail. It’s also…

Jada Jones/ZDNET Even if you’re just a casual online shopping fan, chances are you’ve placed plenty of orders on Amazon. If you’re downright obsessive about online shopping, you’re likely familiar with Temu, a digital marketplace for low-priced goods. Also: Is Temu legit? What to know before you place an order If you’ve paid close attention, you may have noticed that some products on Amazon are also on Temu. And if you’re a savvy shopper preparing to order…

Tavrius/Getty Images Generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) is paving the way for everyone to become their own software developers. But at the same time, AI may render many extraordinary skills unnecessary. That’s the word from Thomas Davenport of Babson College and Ian Barkin, a venture capitalist, in their latest book, All Hands on Tech: The AI-Powered Citizen Revolution. For starters, they point out that with low-code and no-code tools, robotic process automation, and now AI, the…