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I used a $170 thermal camera to check my GCFI breaker - here's why this one's worth it
I used a $170 thermal camera to check my GCFI breaker - here's why this one's worth it
I used to dismiss thermal cameras as a gimmick - now I rely on one daily as an essential tool in my kit.
July 1, 2025
Linux's remarkable journey from one dev's hobby to 40 million lines of code - and counting
Linux's remarkable journey from one dev's hobby to 40 million lines of code - and counting
Longtime programmer Jonathan Corbet tells the story of Linux and reveals what's made it successful over its three decades.
July 1, 2025
These are the top 10 products readers bought in June 2025
These are the top 10 products readers bought in June 2025
Here's the scoop on the most popular items ZDNET readers bought last month. We've tested every product on the list.
July 1, 2025
Play Fortnite? You can claim part of Epic's $245 million settlement payout - for one more week
Play Fortnite? You can claim part of Epic's $245 million settlement payout - for one more week
If you or your child were tricked into making a purchase in the video game Fortnite, you can still file a claim. Here's how.
July 1, 2025
Your Samsung phone just got a big security upgrade for free (these models included)
Your Samsung phone just got a big security upgrade for free (these models included)
With phone thefts on the rise, Samsung is rolling out new security features - here's how to activate them and keep your device safer.
July 1, 2025
How I easily added Mac-like multitouch gestures to my Linux machine
How I easily added Mac-like multitouch gestures to my Linux machine
Here's how to add and configure multitouch gestures on Linux - and why you should.
June 30, 2025
Why this Lenovo Yoga is one of the best MacBook Air alternatives (and it's $350 off)
Why this Lenovo Yoga is one of the best MacBook Air alternatives (and it's $350 off)
Lenovo's 10th-gen Yoga Slim 9i pairs strong performance with a vivid OLED touchscreen and a sleek, eye-catching design.
June 28, 2025
I finally found the ultimate USB-C charger for traveling
I finally found the ultimate USB-C charger for traveling
Multi-connector charging cables are often unreliable and slow, but not this one from Futurizta Tech.
June 28, 2025
These $70 wireless earbuds sound great, feel comfortable, and are on sale
These $70 wireless earbuds sound great, feel comfortable, and are on sale
If you're a fan of clip-on earbuds and don't want to shell out hundreds of dollars, check out the Baseus MC1 - especially while they're on sale.
June 28, 2025
This thumb-sized accessory gave my old PC an instant speed boost (and double the storage)
This thumb-sized accessory gave my old PC an instant speed boost (and double the storage)
The PNY M.2 storage drive gave my device a much-needed performance bump - all for less than $200.
June 28, 2025
Why I recommend this budget Android tablet over models that cost three times as much
Why I recommend this budget Android tablet over models that cost three times as much
The Blackview Mega 2 combines a big display, lasting battery, and reliable performance - all at a relatively low price.
June 27, 2025
The viral wireless audio dongle for in-flight entertainment is better than ever
The viral wireless audio dongle for in-flight entertainment is better than ever
The Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 improves audio quality, streamlines connectivity, and makes in-flight entertainment much easier to enjoy. Here's what it does.
June 27, 2025