No, RedNote is not the new TikTok – and here's why

No, RedNote is not the new TikTok – and here's why

I used this tutorial to learn how to navigate the app because of the language barrier. The tutorial details how to change your settings to English. However, while changing the settings does make it easier to use, there are still limited English translations when viewing other people’s posts, mostly Chinese users.  Also: How to delete Facebook, Messenger, or Instagram After choosing my “interests” and following some “moots” (mutual followers) from TikTok that I knew were making the…

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Good news! You can stream Super Bowl LIX for free this year on Tubi

Good news! You can stream Super Bowl LIX for free this year on Tubi

sjvn/ZDNET Most of us in the States can always watch Super Bowl LIX for free if we have a local Fox station. Now, cord-cutters can watch the game for free as well on the relatively obscure Tubi streaming service.  This is happening because Fox owns Tubi. This will be the first time the Super Bowl will be streamed at no cost, alongside its traditional over-the-air antenna broadcasts. Tubi is a low-end service without multiple screens or…

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Bye bye, Wi-Fi: this low-cost adapter lets you set up a wired network without running ethernet

Bye bye, Wi-Fi: this low-cost adapter lets you set up a wired network without running ethernet

Stockbyte/Getty Images Wireless internet connections are convenient, but they’re also notoriously unreliable. Nothing proves that point more emphatically than a glitchy video conference call, especially if it’s tied to a crucial business meeting. The solution, of course, is to run a wired network connection to your home office. Wi-Fi is great for mobility, but a wired connection offers many advantages when it comes to working from home. It’s faster and more reliable, with lower latency,…

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No, AI won't revolutionize shopping – but this will

No, AI won't revolutionize shopping – but this will

AntonioSolano/Getty Images I wanna start by saying I’m not anti-AI. Far from it, actually. 😤 I think AI is amazing, and nothing will come between my ChatGPT subscription and me. So, if you’re an AI superfan…  RELAX 🫷🥺🫸 and stay out of my DMs.  I’m not beefing with you, not today, at least. (I might change my mind tomorrow! 😛) Also: How to sign up for the ‘next TikTok’ – and why you should do it…

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Upgrading to Wi-Fi 7? This new router gave me fast speeds, is easy to use, and highly secure

Upgrading to Wi-Fi 7? This new router gave me fast speeds, is easy to use, and highly secure

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Asus RT-BE86U router is currently on sale for $300. This supports Wi-Fi 7 delivering fast, wireless connections protected by multiple security features. However, getting the most out of the device requires Wi-Fi extenders which can be an expensive endeavor. more buying choices Wi-Fi 7 has been around since last January, but widespread adoption has been limited. The technology requires devices to have the necessary hardware to support it, and it appears…

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How to watch Super Bowl 2025: Every streaming option

How to watch Super Bowl 2025: Every streaming option

With over 100 channels, YouTube TV offers more of the most popular channels than its competitors. By CNET’s count, out of the top 100 networks, YouTube TV offers the most channels, 78, of any streaming service. YouTube TV enables you to watch your local ABC, CBS, Fox, PBS, and NBC channels in most areas. That means, of course, you can easily watch the Super Bowl on the service with its lowest-priced plan, the YouTube TV Base…

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This stylish power station kept my home running during an outage and it's on sale

This stylish power station kept my home running during an outage and it's on sale

Maria Diaz/ZDNET What’s the deal? Amazon is giving Prime members the opportunity to purchase the EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 power station for $3,262. Don’t worry if you don’t have a subscription because you can apply a 5% coupon at checkout. ZDNET’s key takeaways The EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 battery generator is available now for $3,699. The Delta Pro 3 has a capacity of 4 kWh, can be used with other units for up to 12…

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This $600 OnePlus phone has made it very difficult for me to recommend pricier flagships

This 0 OnePlus phone has made it very difficult for me to recommend pricier flagships

ZDNET’s key takeaways OnePlus 13R starts at $599 and features a bright display, powerful performance, and fast charging. It doesn’t have a flagship camera system and wireless charging. But for the money, you won’t find a more balanced handset. more buying choices The new OnePlus 13R follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, delivering flagship performance at a not-so-flagship price. It’s got a big battery, decent camera upgrades, a flagship processor (even if it’s from…

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Get 20% off TurboTax right now to save on filing your taxes (and even file for $0 in select cases)

Get 20% off TurboTax right now to save on filing your taxes (and even file for alt=

Kayla Solino/ZDNET It’s everyone’s favorite January news — tax season is nearly here, and if you want to get a jump on filing, TurboTax is offering up to 20% off right now on all of its tax preparation packages. That means you can save whether you use the software to do your own taxes, or you choose the live assistance option, or the full service option, where a tax expert will take care of your return for…

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I changed these 6 Samsung TV settings to give the image quality an instant boost

I changed these 6 Samsung TV settings to give the image quality an instant boost

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Say you recently picked up a shiny new TV. You unbox it like a kid at Christmas and prepare to indulge in all its visual glory. You think to yourself, “This is 2025. TV technology is sizzling, and it’s going to look amazing no matter what.” So you plug it in and don’t take one look at the default settings. Big mistake. Also: Every Samsung TV announced at CES 2025: Best features coming to…

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