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November 2026

  1. Is your backup power enough for worst-case winter storms? 4 steps to prepare your home
  2. I just built my first game in Twine – no code or AI required
  3. Alpine Linux and OpenSSH patch flaw that’s as bad as it can get
  4. Sony WH-1000XM6 vs. Sonos Ace Ultra: With only a $10 difference, which is better?
  5. Android is getting my favorite iOS tracking feature – what to expect
  6. Stop putting your phone in rice – I can confirm this Dryout bag works better
  7. This hidden Kindle feature fast-tracks my reading – how to use it
  8. Thinking Machines’ new model takes the lead in western open-weight AI
  9. Sick of social media? MIT’s platform lets you build your own decentralized networks
  10. Best Buy’s early Black Friday sale is live: Up to 70% off TVs, Apple devices, more
  11. Apple will monitor your public iCloud links now, starting with iOS 27.3
  12. Huge crypto hack, DoorDash to acquire Instacart, and Apple’s new touchscreen MacBooks | Tech Today
  13. I tried replacing Claude Code with a local AI stack that’s completely free – how it went
  14. I tried local AI on HP’s Omnibook Ultra – it’s a private, powerful beast with zero token fees
  15. I tested the Firewalla Gold Plus SFP – and bridge mode is its biggest edge
  16. How I use my Apple Watch to identify a song fast – without opening Shazam
  17. 92% of HR say staff can train for AI jobs – but half of companies still hire outside
  18. 6 default Pixel 11 settings I changed that made a big difference – and why
  19. Claude’s new Personal Finance tool aims to help analyze your spending – read-only, of course
  20. 3 ways Bluetooth 7 upgrades your devices beyond lossless audio
  21. Opera just hit 100 million desktop users: 4 reasons to make the switch
  22. MacBook Neo production to double in 2027 – and get its most-requested upgrade
  23. The Siri AI waitlist is gone in iOS 27: How to try the beta today
  24. Echo Dot (2026) review: The best compact Amazon speaker yet – but it’ll cost you
  25. Alpine Linux rebuilt its GitLab server after a close call – what you should check ASAP
  26. Touchscreen MacBook Pro hands-on: A stunning OLED, even if you never touch it
  27. I tried the new Cutefish Linux distro, and it might be the best MacOS clone around
  28. Home Depot’s Black Friday sale is live now: Our favorite deals
  29. The 5 best early phone deals live now: Samsung, Google and more
  30. I tried LordOS expecting another MacOS clone – then I opened its network monitor
  31. Linux Mint 27 arrives next month, and I like it already: New features and other upgrades to expect
  32. I had high hopes for Googlebooks, but the best laptop for Android users is something else
  33. The 10 products ZDNET readers bought most last month (including a mini LED TV)
  34. Is Chrome’s settings menu getting a search bar? What we know
  35. Researchers asked people to use AI chatbots for election info – results were mixed
  36. Want an AI job? Deployment engineers are earning executive-level pay – up to $1.45M a year
  37. I let ChatGPT run my 7 Sonos speakers – and multi-step commands were the best part
  38. HP Googlebook 14 review: A gorgeous laptop that deserves a better OS
  39. Safari finally gets 3 popular browser features – and I can’t wait to try them
  40. Can Netflix’s new AI tool stop your TV-streaming doomscrolling? How to try it
  41. Best early Black Friday MacBook deals: 5 I’d recommend shopping now
  42. This palm-sized power station looks like a toy, but it charges my MacBook Pro and two phones
  43. 6 AI agent workflows I use to hand off everyday tasks – and how to create your own
  44. 3 handy iPhone features that make my life easier – even doing laundry
  45. Your AirPods got better in iOS 27 – Three new ways I’m using them
  46. Filing bugs for open-source apps is a huge help for developers – and easier than you think
  47. Maze Linux is the best security-focused distro I’ve ever tested
  48. Are high-end thermal cameras worth it? I tested a $300 model with my iPhone to find out
  49. Best Buy just knocked $900 off this TCL 4K TV and soundbar bundle ahead of Black Friday
  50. The best early Black Friday TV deals are all at Best Buy
  51. Want an iPhone Duo for the holidays? Apple’s latest stock update isn’t reassuring
  52. Your Apple Watch has 2 new controversial listening features – but you have to opt in
  53. Best early Black Friday 2026 Samsung deals: TVs, phones, laptops, more
  54. 5 ways your iPhone’s new Suggested Actions can save you time – and how to enable them
  55. The Google Pixel 11 is $200 off in this early Black Friday deal – the lowest price yet
  56. SUSE lays off 1 in 10 workers – citing AI and automation
  57. HomeView with an arm? Apple reportedly plans $1,000 swiveling smart panel
  58. Nvidia RTX 50 GPUs hit with more price hikes – up to $500
  59. I tried Sonos’ latest app features – these 2 small upgrades fix big annoyances
  60. The Pixel Buds Pro 2 just hit a record-low price on Amazon ahead of Black Friday
  61. Windows 11 can run better on PCs with 8GB now, Microsoft says – here’s why
  62. Roku is taking away a fan-favorite screensaver – but you have alternatives
  63. 10 open-source apps every Windows user should download in 2026 – for free
  64. Best early Black Friday 2026 tablet deals
  65. This clever banking scam keeps phishing by faking its own demise – how it works
  66. Best early Black Friday gaming laptop deals: Alienware, HP, and more
  67. Best early Black Friday membership deals: Costco, BJ’s and more
  68. Best early Black Friday Apple deals: MacBooks, AirPods, and more
  69. I tested the RedMagic 12 Pro – and it’s the fastest Android I’ve ever seen
  70. The most popular programming languages in 2026 – and some good news on developer job growth
  71. Is Claude Code truly faster with message threads? I did the math on my logs
  72. Is your TV tracking what you watch? 4 ways to limit it, starting with ACR
  73. Is your browser’s free VPN enough? I tested 4 against Proton VPN to find out
  74. I tried this Linux distro on a PC with just 3GB of RAM – and came away impressed
  75. Google’s fitness-focused Pixel Watch 5 just got a $100 discount at Amazon
  76. This 75-inch Samsung TV and Marshall soundbar bundle is $1,300 off at Best Buy
  77. Boosting your Nintendo Switch 2 storage is easy with 34% off the Samsung P9 microSD card
  78. The Apple Watch Ultra 4 just hit its lowest price ever ahead of Black Friday
  79. I tested Anker’s air-cooled power bank with a thermal camera – here’s the result
  80. Sony’s premium WH-1000XM6 headphones are back down to their lowest price ever ahead of Black Friday
  81. OpenAI will merge ChatGPT’s chat and work tabs – here’s when, and what to expect
  82. Athenahealth patients can ask Claude about their medical records now
  83. Don’t want a touchscreen? All premium MacBook Pros could have one soon, reports say
  84. Firefox’s new Mini Window is every multitasker’s dream – Chrome can’t do this
  85. Why the 16GB Raspberry Pi 5 costs $385 now – and your best alternative options
  86. Samsung’s Privacy Display may be coming to more Galaxy phones – what we know
  87. Apple’s HomeView may double as security camera – watch out Ring, Nest, and Wyze
  88. 50 AI agents tried to build a thriving Minecraft civilization – it didn’t end well
  89. Proton VPN Plus is just $2.49 a month in this Black Friday deal
  90. 12 best early Black Friday laptop deals: MacBooks, Galaxy Books, and more
  91. I’ve tested a lot of XR glasses – this $299 pair is the best for most people
  92. The 10 best early Black Friday Amazon deals so far
  93. The best early Black Friday deals: Costco and BJ’s memberships, Apple, and more

October 2026

  1. Your TV’s USB ports are surprisingly handy: 4 ways to use them
  2. Sonos Ace Ultra vs. Sonos Ace: As a devout user of both, here’s who should upgrade
  3. Sonos Ace Ultra vs. Sonos Ace: As a devout user of both, here’s who should upgrade
  4. Walmart is hosting an early Black Friday sale, and some deals are already live
  5. Sign up for a Costco membership and get a $45 gift card, free – here’s how
  6. The 5 best early Black Friday iPad deals live now
  7. Android 17 adoption hits a staggering 1% – why you really should update now
  8. Samsung adds better sleep tracking to Galaxy Watches – here’s what to expect
  9. I’m finally ready for a smart calendar – why the Echo Show 16 stands out
  10. Your Netgear router may be vulnerable to a security exploit – how to check and patch it
  11. The AirTag 4-pack just hit an all-time low price on Amazon
  12. Google’s latest Home updates just fixed my biggest annoyances with its speakers and cameras
  13. Do you need AI agent liability insurance? What to know before you sign up
  14. Best Sam’s Club early Black Friday deals: TVs, laptops, and more
  15. Beware of Bluetooth sniffers: How your favorite gadgets could be exposing your data
  16. How to run two PCs on a single monitor – no matter what your brand is
  17. Buy the new Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and get $200 off a Watch or Buds – how to get the deal
  18. Your headphones have hidden LE Audio features you’ll want to know about
  19. Get a BJ’s membership for just $10 for the year right now – here’s how
  20. Firefox and Chrome patch 200+ security flaws combined – update both ASAP
  21. Stop sharing your passwords with AI agents, Bank of America warns customers
  22. We still recommend the Apple Watch Series 10 – especially at this price
  23. The best early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals live now
  24. This $14 charging block replaced both my Apple Watch puck and phone charger
  25. Mistral’s Le Chonk is now a top open model for coding, ranking alongside Codex GPT-6.1 Terra
  26. Is cellular on Apple Watch worth it? 4 ways people use it – and why I opt out
  27. iPhone Duo review: Apple’s first foldable is a Rubik’s Cube I’m so closed to solving
  28. This free Windows tool lets me convert almost any file to another format – here’s how
  29. The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is one of our favorite rugged smartwatches – and it’s almost $200 off
  30. The 4 biggest Amazon smart home announcements from today
  31. This OLED Samsung monitor just hit an all-time low price on Amazon
  32. Apple’s new touchscreen MacBook Pros may be late, but they have one big advantage
  33. Your public Discord messages may soon appear in Google search results – how to opt out
  34. Amazon’s new Alexa Photo Frame could have what I’ve been missing – here’s why
  35. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i laptop is now 50% off at Best Buy – and we recommend it
  36. These Claude Enterprise features let you track AI ROI – what’s new
  37. I found a free Spotify alternative for Linux that’s way better than the official app
  38. Amazon’s Echo Show 16 makes Apple’s 7-inch HomeView look puny – is it worth $100+ extra?
  39. BJ’s early Black Friday deals are live now: Our 8 favorites so far
  40. This USB-C dock can be managed remotely (with a feature IT will love)
  41. Opera will run AI locally in your browser now – why that’s a gamechanger and how to try it
  42. This LG OLED gaming monitor is $450 off – and comes with a second gaming monitor, totally free
  43. These top-selling earbuds aren’t made by Apple, Sony, or Bose (and they’re cheap)
  44. Amazon’s new Echo Studio gives Alexa+ an AI camera to see inside your home
  45. Samsung’s new clip-style Galaxy Buds On have a major advantage over Sony and Bose
  46. Amazon’s new Echo Dot can turn into a Wi-Fi extender – how it works
  47. Amazon’s new Kindle Paperwhite (2026) keeps reading simple – and that’s why I like it
  48. Alexa Tablet 12 Pro review: Forget everything you knew about Amazon tablets
  49. Kindle Colorsoft review: My favorite color e-reader just got better with this thoughtful upgrade
  50. iOS 27 will organize your open Safari tabs now – and let you create your own extensions
  51. Logitech’s new MX Keypad is a capable sidekick – if you put in the work
  52. My favorite GNOME-based Linux distros – for minimalists who like options
  53. The popular Samsung Odyssey G5 curved gaming monitor just dropped to 38% off on Amazon
  54. Why this new Fitbit feature takes us one step closer to non-invasive glucose tracking
  55. How AI-powered tech stacks can fix gaps in IT talent
  56. These Shokz OpenFit 2 earbuds are a top pick for workouts – and they’re now $40 off
  57. Join Sam’s Club and Walmart+ in this bundle deal for free delivery, streaming services, and more

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