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ZDNET’s key takeaways The Dreame L40 Ultra is a high-end robot vacuum and mop available for $1,500, though you can get it for $1,200 with a $300 discount This Dreame robot vacuum doesn’t disappoint in performance It has strong suction power, thorough cleaning capabilities, an extendable side brush and mop pad to clean corners and edges, and an above-average mopping feature The downside is that the Dreame L40 Ultra isn’t cheap. What’s the deal? The…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Coway IconS is available for $615. This air purifier cleans large rooms of up to 1,298 square feet, has a washable pre-filter for easy maintenance, and looks stylish enough to blend in with your home decor. Unfortunately, the IconS is large and expensive. Air purifiers are commonly used to relieve symptoms of allergies and asthma, but they can also improve your everyday life even if you have a steady immune system….

Adam Breeden/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…

Like past January Unpacked events, Samsung released three new Galaxy S models, with the base models getting some subtle but meaningful upgrades, including a thinner and lighter design.  Other changes include the introduction of new colors, including Icyblue, Navy, Mint, Silver Shadow, as well as online-only exclusive colors like Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold. The vibrance of the Coralred colorway stands out amongst the rest of the lineup’s more muted finishes, and made a splash among…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Google Pixel Tablet retails for $499. The 11-inch tablet runs Android 13 on Google’s Tensor G2 chip It has solid performance, small bezels surrounding the screen that can handle multitasking, and a charging dock. Android can be buggy on the Pixel Tablet, though less so than on competing devices; the refresh rate tops out at 60Hz, and picking up the tablet takes some getting used to. more buying choices Google’s Pixel…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET I’ve been a Google Pixel fan since the beginning. I pre-ordered the original Pixel XL phone in 2016 and have upgraded every other year or so since, eventually owning the Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 6 Pro, and Pixel 8 Pro. I even picked up a Pixel Watch and Pixel Buds along the way.  Also: Everything announced at Samsung Unpacked 2025: Galaxy S25, Gemini AI, more But for the first time, I’m awfully tempted to…

The upgrade from Home to Pro is quick and easy. Screenshot by Ed Bott/ZDNET If you purchase a new PC with Windows 11 Home preinstalled, you might be able to get right to work. But for demanding PC owners, this entry-level edition doesn’t have some essential features, like the ability to connect to a Windows domain-based network, manage disk encryption, fine-tune update schedules, or create virtual machines. (For a detailed list of Pro-only features, see “7…

Yosi Azwan/Getty Images Before we get into this, I want to be clear: Using the command line is not a requirement for using Linux. I mention this because the idea of typing commands tends to scare off new users and my goal — for years — has been to introduce people to the open source operating system. That said, there are certain Linux commands that I can count on to use every single day. Those…

Emergency response systems worldwide are undergoing rapid transformation, and Kazakhstan is no exception. With the introduction of the SOS 102 app, the country has set a new standard for public safety, redefining how law enforcement interacts with citizens. Launched in 2021, the system integrates cutting-edge technology with a citizen-centric approach, establishing itself as a benchmark for modern, responsive emergency services. Since its launch, SOS 102 has processed over 342,500 requests, with more than 250,000 originating…