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ZDNET’s key takeaways It offers sharp and vibrant picture quality that’s well above its price tag. New gimbal design is convenient and easy to setup. Minimal port selection might be a problem for some more buying choices The Xgimi Horizon S Max is one of the brightest projectors I’ve tested. It includes my favorite design element from the JMGO N-series of projectors, which makes it easy to plug, set up, and play. I’m also fond…

The holidays are almost here, and if you’re looking for great gifts that come in under budget, you’ll want to check out Walmart‘s holiday sale. Right now, you can find great deals on everything from laptops to TVs to gadgets from brands like Apple, Dyson, Samsung, Keurig, Ninja, and more.  Also: The best Cyber Monday deals still live ZDNET’s expert reviewers have rounded up the best Walmart holiday deals and organized them below by category to…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Cync Reveal HD+ Undercabinet lights by GE Lighting are available in 3-inch pucks at $85 for a 3-pack and 12-, 18-, and 24-inch bars starting at $60. They’re easy to install, with plug-in and hardwired installation options, and work reliably with third-party voice integrations. While I didn’t have issues with the puck lights, the light bar often disconnects from Wi-Fi, staying on all night instead of following the preset schedule. Because…

Allison Murray/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The Onyx Boox Note Air 3 C is a color e-ink tablet designed with productivity in mind for $500.  The device comes loaded with templates and helpful features while offering an impressive pen-to-paper experience.  However, it’s a little lacking in video or web browsing, and the library of e-books is not very extensive.   As a writer, it’s always a concern when you fall into a productivity or creativity slump….

ChatGPT When ChatGPT launched two years ago, the AI chatbot was in such high demand that OpenAI soon after introduced a premium plan called ChatGPT Plus for superusers to be guaranteed access. As the chatbot continues to grow in popularity, the company is introducing yet another premium tier for its most top-tier users — at 10 times the cost.  On Thursday, during its first live stream of the ’12 days of OpenAI’, a holiday-themed campaign…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Blink Mini 2 is available for $40 on its own or bundled with a weather-resistant power adapter for $50 With a stronger construction, improved video quality, a new spotlight, person detection, and weather resistance for outdoor use, the Blink Mini 2 is a definite upgrade from the first generation As an Amazon device, the Blink Mini 2 works with Alexa but not Google Home, Matter, or other smart home systems. If…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Acer Swift 14 AI starts at $1,199, and comes with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 processor makes this system a reliable and efficient work machine. You’ll just have to settle with some questionable design choices, like the glowing AI indicator. more buying choices I think about the new Acer Swift 14 AI a little more than I probably should. For a laptop that hovers…

A strong password and username combination is not enough to keep your online accounts secure.  With data breaches happening daily, many online service providers now enforce alternative ways to secure accounts. Two-factor and multi-factor authentication (2FA/MFA) methods have become widely adopted alongside early passwordless authentication methods. You may also be able to choose to verify yourself using a physical security key.  Even if a cybercriminal has obtained your username and password or compromised your mobile…

Nina Raemont/ZDNET What’s the deal?  The Ultrahuman Ring Air is a competitive smart ring that tracks your sleep and fitness, and it’s received a $52 discount on QVC. You can buy this health device for about $297. We recommend jumping on this deal quickly, as it could end soon. ZDNET’s key takeaways The Ultrahuman Ring Air is the brand’s first foray into the smart ring space, and it’s available for $349, no subscription required.  The ring is…