ZDNET’s key takeaways The TCL D1 Pro smart lock is available for $170. This smart lock features some of the most reliable and fastest palm recognition technology I’ve tested, and it has a rechargeable battery instead of the standard replaceable batteries. The TCL D1 Pro’s biggest downfall is the app, which is not user-friendly for customizing settings and feels outdated. Palm vein recognition is becoming quite popular among smart lock manufacturers, and the TCL D1…

It’s easy to silkscreen 600W on the product, but can the product live up to the hype? Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET I test dozens of chargers every year. Some are excellent, while others fall short. Here on ZDNET, I only feature the cream of the crop — the best of the best. However, I occasionally receive requests from readers asking for my thoughts or opinions on specific products. Lately, one product that’s been generating a lot of…

ZDNET’s key takeaways Prices for the Dell 14 Plus currently start at $1,130 During a time of economic turmoil, this laptop is a lifeline, providing next-gen performance at an affordable price However, don’t expect too much from its display, as it’s no OLED or 4K panel. more buying choices Back in early 2025, Dell made a bold move. The company announced that it was going to rebrand its entire portfolio. Classic names like “XPS” and…

June Wan/ZDNET Meta Ray-Bans already provide plenty of utility for people with low vision, but the glasses are about to get even better. Also: You can zoom to read in Chrome for Android with these new AI and accessibility features Meta has announced two new accessibility advancements for its smart glasses designed to help users navigate the world around them. The first feature is available now. Meta said users can get descriptive responses about what their glasses…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET In honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Google announced it’s helping people access their devices in new ways. There are two accessibility features for both Android and Chrome.  Here’s what’s new. New accessibility features for Android Improved Gemini in TalkBack: Last year, Google added image description capability powered by Gemini to TalkBack, the Android screen reader that lets people with vision impairments interact with their devices through spoken words, vibrations, and other audio feedback. …