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This $10 keychain tool is indispensable for me, and keep finding new use cases
This $10 keychain tool is indispensable for me, and keep finding new use cases
It may look simple, but this keychain tool is built to last and is designed to handle a surprising variety of tasks.
April 1, 2025
Slash $200 off the OnePlus Open with this deal and get a free smartwatch
Slash $200 off the OnePlus Open with this deal and get a free smartwatch
As part of a new promotion, OnePlus has given the OnePlus Open a nearly 30% price drop. You can also add on a discounted OnePlus Buds Pro 3 or OnePlus Watch.
April 1, 2025
This midrange OnePlus phone makes skipping flagship models easy - and it's on sale
This midrange OnePlus phone makes skipping flagship models easy - and it's on sale
A solid smartphone for budget hunters, the OnePlus Nord N30 has dropped to $230 for a limited time - and it comes with a free gift of your choice.
April 1, 2025
Windows 11 is getting a secret weapon for boot failures - how it works
Windows 11 is getting a secret weapon for boot failures - how it works
Windows 11 PC won't boot? Microsoft's Quick Machine Recovery will automatically try to fix it before you have time to panic.
April 1, 2025
Apple Home finally gets robot vacuum support, thanks to Matter and iOS 18.4
Apple Home finally gets robot vacuum support, thanks to Matter and iOS 18.4
If you're an iPhone user, your smart home setup likely got simpler than ever.
April 1, 2025
I clicked on four sneaky online scams on purpose - to show you how they work
I clicked on four sneaky online scams on purpose - to show you how they work
What happens when you get fooled by an online scam that lands in your email or text messages? I'll show you. Caution: Don't try this at home.
April 1, 2025
Why no small business is too small for hackers - and 8 security best practices for SMBs
Why no small business is too small for hackers - and 8 security best practices for SMBs
Don't fall victim to the 'small target illusion.' Learn how cybercriminals exploit SMBs so you can fix your security gaps before it's too late.
April 1, 2025
Will using a VPN help protect you from malware or ransomware?
Will using a VPN help protect you from malware or ransomware?
There are many good reasons to use a VPN, especially when traveling. But be sure you know exactly where that protection starts and stops.
April 1, 2025
Why delaying software updates is a terrible idea
Why delaying software updates is a terrible idea
One missed update turned my website into a hacker's playground and another locked me out of my own business tools. Here's why skipping software updates isn't worth the risk.
April 1, 2025
I switched to a high-end dumbphone for a week, and it put E Ink (and my iPhone) to shame
I switched to a high-end dumbphone for a week, and it put E Ink (and my iPhone) to shame
The Light Phone's third iteration swaps the E Ink display for a sharp AMOLED screen and adds a color camera, all while staying true to its minimalist philosophy.
April 1, 2025
The plan to decentralize TikTok
The plan to decentralize TikTok
As the sale deadline looms, Project Liberty wants to buy TikTok and give users their data back. ZDNET spoke with the initiative's president, Tomicah Tillemann, about the future of the social media app.
April 1, 2025
Why multi-factor authentication is absolutely essential in 2025
Why multi-factor authentication is absolutely essential in 2025
Want to avoid having your online accounts hacked? Two-factor authentication is a crucial security measure that requires an extra step for signing in to high-value services. Here's how to set up 2FA and which accounts to focus on.
April 1, 2025