“Our goal is to ensure developers have comprehensive support and access to in-depth resources for a seamless migration to Arm, enabling them to fully maximize the benefits of Arm in the cloud,” wrote Bhumik Patel, director of server ecosystem development at Arm in his own blog post. Through its Learning Paths tutorials along with workload-specific technical walk-throughs, developers can receive assistance across the various stages of a migration project and can directly engage with Arm…

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 10% 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…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Belkin Connect Universal Pro Dock retails for $150, but right now it’s on sale for $130. This midrange docking station is an excellent accessory, adding 11 additional ports while serving as a supportive base. The device sports a power cable that cannot be removed and may get in the way. more buying choices Laptop or desktop? I’m sure many people ask themselves this question when shopping for a new computer. Laptops…

Image: Polar Your smartwatch is slowly becoming your personal trainer, thanks to subscription plans that use the biometric data gathered by the watch to create customized training plans.  Smartwatch and fitness brand Polar introduced its paid, subscription-based Fitness Program on Thursday. The program brings “science-backed” cardio training plans to the Polar ecosystem, tailored to the user’s fitness goals, routine, and recovery.  Also: Oura’s CEO wants its smart ring to be the doctor in your pocket…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Is your smart TV slow to respond or stuttering during scenes? You’re not alone — many people experience laggy performance and choppy playback. The good news? A few simple fixes can get things running smoothly again. Also: The default TV setting you should turn off ASAP – and why it makes such a big difference Modern TVs have plenty of features and apps (and services that run in the background) that can slow…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 with the Snapdragon X Plus processor is available now, starting at $749. It’s durable and reliable, runs cool, and features a comfortable keyboard and nice OLED display. However, it might not stand out in a market of similarly-specced devices that are lighter and cheaper. more buying choices For a limited time, Best Buy has the Lenovo IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 listed at $559 ($300 off retail price), making it…

ZDNET’s key takeaways TCL’s 98-inch Class S5 Series TV is one of the most accessibly-priced TVs of its size. Watching movies and TV shows on such a big display is as close to a theatre-like experience as one can get at home. With such a large TV, setting it up can be a struggle, especially if you don’t have a big enough console or wall space. more buying choices For a limited time, several big…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Google Pixel 9a is the latest midrange phone from the company and retails for $499. It features a new Tensor G4 chip, helpful AI tools, an improved main camera, and the largest battery of any Pixel. You’ll have to settle for some budget trade-offs, including the lack of a telephoto lens and slower charging speeds. more buying choices I’m inclined to think that the folks behind the latest Google Pixel 9a…