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OK, but why should enterprises care? Let me count the ways. Lack of Internet QoS makes inexpensive consumer-Internet infrastructure less useful to businesses as an access technology for remote sites and work-from-home sites. Of 447 enterprises who commented on remote site access, 422 said that lack of premium handling options for the Internet was one of the top two reasons for staying with more expensive options, like Ethernet. Some business communications missions, especially those related…

Otter.ai Transcribing audio used to be a lengthy and tedious process that required listening to recordings and taking handwritten, manual transcriptions. However, Otter.ai’s AI-enabled service makes the transcription experience as seamless as uploading your audio — and the tool is now expanding into even more languages.  Also: Anthropic’s latest AI model can use a computer just like you – mistakes and all On Wednesday, Otter.ai announced it is expanding its offerings to Spanish and French….

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Linkind Smart Solar Lights SL5 are available for $126 but you can take 30% off with an on-page coupon on Amazon. They’re relatively inexpensive, work seamlessly with the app, can maintain a charged battery without direct sunlight, and are easy to install. The downside is that the Linkind lights connect via Bluetooth, so you can’t control them remotely. Landscape lighting can elevate the look and feel of your home’s exterior and…

Virtual private networks (VPNs) are often used to access streaming services and stay entertained at home and abroad. You can use a VPN server to connect to a new location and access your streaming account to watch locally available films and TV shows. You may also be able to use a VPN to avoid geo-blocks and watch live sports events. Also: The best live TV streaming services Accessing these services is a legal gray area when you…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Last week my Pixel 9 Pro was upgraded to Android 15. On the surface, Android 15 looks just like 14, so it might be easy to jump to a rather “meh” conclusion. After using the updated OS for a few days, I found some pretty handy features have been added to the platform, some even game-changing. Also: I bought the Google Pixel 9 Pro, and its most impressive feature was not the software…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Last week my Pixel 9 Pro was upgraded to Android 15. On the surface, Android 15 looks just like 14, so it might be easy to jump to a rather “meh” conclusion. After using the updated OS for a few days, I found some pretty handy features have been added to the platform, some even game-changing. Also: I bought the Google Pixel 9 Pro, and its most impressive feature was not the software…

Maria Diaz/ZDNET What’s the deal? The scent of Thanksgiving dinner may still be weeks away, but we’re already seeing early Black Friday deals propping up, including the 33% off Ring Battery Doorbell Plus, available for only $100. ZDNET’s key takeaways The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is priced at $150 though currently discounted to $100. The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus offers a clear head-to-toe view of your front door, a removable rechargeable battery pack, reliable motion…

Identity and access management: The new ZTNA functionality adds the ability to perform user authentication and authorization checks based on identity attributes. Granular policy control: With ZTNA, Alkira can now apply more granular access policies based on the user’s identity, device, location and other attributes. This allows for more fine-grained control over what resources a user can access. Posture checks: The ZTNA solution includes the ability to perform posture checks on the user’s device, such…

ZDNET’s key takeaways Torras’ MiniMag Power Bank is available now for $45. The MiniMag bank’s 0.3-inch thickness makes it uber-portable while supplying 5,000 mAhof juice via 18W USB-C charging or 7.5W wireless, magnetic charging. However, if you’re looking for larger pack capacities or kickstands or grips, you’ll be better off looking elsewhere. Testing MagSafe battery packs is one of the larger parts of my job at ZDNET. Over the last year, I’ve gone hands-on with…

The Oura Ring 4 (left) has receded sensors that make it more comfortable compared to Oura Ring 3 (right).  Nina Raemont/ZDNET The smart ring market has exploded over the last few years, with more and more brands entering the ecosystem with devices of their own. But out of all the different smart rings out there, the Oura Ring 3 has remained on top.  Also: Oura Ring 4 rolls out with smarter sensors, a thinner design,…