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ZDNET’s key takeaways The Level Lock+ is regularly priced at $329. It offers multiple unlocking options, including Apple Home Key, NFC, physical keys, and touch control. However, it lacks a built-in keypad, requiring a separate purchase, and the Apple Home app can sometimes be slow to connect to devices. For a limited time, Amazon is selling the Level Lock+ for $249 ($40 off) along with a 10% clip-on coupon. I’ve had the fortune of testing…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Sabrent USB SSD 4-bay docking station is available now on Amazon for $89. This docking station makes adding external drives to your system a total plug-and-play affair. The case is plastic, so it feels a bit cheap but that doesn’t get in the way of performance. more buying choices It seems I’m always running out of room on my iMac drives. Why? Video files. You see, I film many videos in…

Matthew Miller/ZDNET For those who use Google Pixel phones, this deal is for you. The Google Pixel Watch 2 may not be the newest model, but it still offers many great features. The watch usually retails for $250, but Amazon dropped the price down to just $200 ahead of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale.  Also: The best early Amazon Spring Sale deals live now When ZDNET’s Matthew Miller reviewed the Pixel Watch 2, he noted that the…

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Apple’s M4 Mac Mini has seen several discounts across a few retailers, including at Amazon, ahead of the retailer’s Big Spring Sale. But that’s not where you can find the best deal. Right now, the most significant price drop can be found at B&H Photo Video, where the base model is going for $699, the lowest it has been since its launch. You have the option to lower its price further to $499…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is available for up to $800 off with a trade-in credit. This 14.6-inch tablet is a productivity powerhouse, packed with a strong processor and Galaxy AI tools perfect for work and play. The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra isn’t super portable: it’s large and the keyboard case is expensive and sold separately, and the S Pen stores awkwardly on the back. more buying choices Multiple Galaxy Tab…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET The Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) are a natural way for glasses wearers to control their smart home, communicate with friends and family, and listen to audio wherever and whenever.  The latest model features a lighter build, longer battery life, improved speakers, and new controls that will take some getting used to. While Alexa in your ears is no ChatGPT voice assistant, it’s capable enough to answer general questions and complete most smart…

Adam Breeden/ZDNET Amazon recently confirmed the return of its Spring Sale event, and it starts in just a few days.  Also: The best early Amazon Spring Sale deals live now Amazon’s second annual Big Spring Sale (more commonly known as the Amazon Spring Sale or Spring Deal Days in the UK) will return on Tuesday, March 25, and run through Monday, March 31. This year, Amazon shared that customers can expect savings of up to 40%…

ZDNET’s key takeaways Apple’s 2025 Mac Studio is on sale for $1,999, with 36GB of unified memory, 512GB of SSD, and a 16-core Neural Engine. Thanks to its powerful hardware, the desktop is one of the better computers for creative professionals. However, it is saddled with the same issues as the 2023 model: limited customization options and a high price tag. more buying choices It goes without saying that Apple has firmly cemented itself as the…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Minisforum AI370 EliteMini normally retails for $1,170 It’s a powerful mini PC with plenty of ports, support for an 8K display, and runs cool and quiet You’ll still need to supply your own peripherals, and it’s best purchased while on sale. A coupon is available on Amazon for the Minisforum AI370 EliteMini, slashing the price tag by $234. You can buy the desktop for about $935. I remember when PCs were massive, hulking…

Backdoor secrecy The hardcoded password flaw, identified as CVE-2024-20439, could be exploited to achieve administrator privileges via the app’s API. The second flaw, CVE-2024-20440, could allow an attacker to obtain log files containing sensitive data such as API credentials. With both given an identical CVSS score of 9.8, it’s a toss-up as to which is the worst of the two. However, the vulnerabilities could clearly be used together in ways that amplify their danger, making…