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I spoke with Bluetooth reps about the future of connected audio, and it’s cooler than I expected

Channel Sounding adoption is slow, but Auracast is gaining momentum. It’s all up to manufacturers now.

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The best AI chatbots of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

I pushed eight free AI chatbots to their limits to find the best AI chatbots of 2026. To explore our top picks, check out ZDNET’s chatbot-by-chatbot guide.

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This 85-inch Sony Bravia TV dropped to less than $1,000 at Amazon – and I can vouch for it

The Sony Bravia 3 may be a base model LED TV, but it still offers plenty of premium-grade features. Amazon is selling an 85-inch version for just under $1,000.

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Spotify vs. Apple Music: I’ve subscribed to both streaming services, and prefer this one

Apple Music and Spotify are the two most popular music streaming platforms. Consider these factors before committing to one.

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This HP Omen 17 is a powerhouse laptop that’s $1,100 off on Best Buy for a limited time

The continued rise of RAM and GPU prices has made it hard to find good gaming laptop deals. But this one made the cut.

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How to turn on Lockdown Mode on iPhone – so even the FBI can’t get in

Lockdown Mode defends your iPhone against cyber attacks and can block forensic tools after an FBI seizure. Here’s how it works.

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Why Oura Rings made it onto Team USA’s Olympic gear list – and that’s good news for you

US athletes will sport Oura Rings to track their health. Here’s why sponsorships like these can inspire new features.

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FOSS Force’s Top Ten for January

Here’s what people were reading the most on FOSS Force during the month of January, 2026.
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Ubuntu 26.04 is coming to SpacemiT’s K3 (RISC-V RVA23 SoC)

SpacemiT and Canonical bring Ubuntu 26.04 LTS to the K3 RISC-V SoC, one of the first RVA23-compliant on sale. Ubuntu 24.04 support expands to the K1.
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AT&T’s new phone for kids might solve your biggest problem with parental controls – for $3 a month

With standard budget phone specs and a decent camera, the amiGO Jr. phone could become a go-to option for parents. There’s a companion watch, too.

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Finally, a 16-inch Windows laptop that’s a worthy alternative to my MacBook Pro

HP’s EliteBook 8 G1i (16-inch) is a power-efficient multitasker with a generous selection of I/O. Here’s my buying advice in 2026.

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Stop using Google Docs like a beginner: 10+ useful tricks to boost your productivity

From editable PDFs to instant translations, Google Docs is stacked with features that most users overlook.

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Lenovo showed me its new ThinkPad X1 Carbon, and I didn’t see this year’s upgrades coming

With the upcoming ThinkPad, Lenovo commits to repairability with a redesigned ‘Space Frame’ motherboard. Here’s how it works.

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Distribution Release: Lilidog 26.02.06

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The developers of Lilidog, a lightweight desktop Linux distribution based on Debian “Stable” and featuring a customised Openbox window manager, have announced the availability of a new r…

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The best HP laptops of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

We’ve tested the best HP laptops, from ultraportables to the big screen options. These are our favorites in 2026.

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This Anker travel adapter is my only charger I recommend when flying out (and it’s cheap)

The Anker Nano 5-port universal travel adapter is perfect for the lightweight traveler, and it can power multiple devices.

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I wore the world’s first HDR10 smart glasses, and they can easily replace my living room TV

The RayNeo Air 4 Pro launched at CES 2026 last month, with a feature set that we’ve yet to see from XR glasses.

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I built an iOS app in just two days with just my voice – and it was electrifying

Want to see what agentic coding really feels like? Come along on my wild, wonderful, and terrifying two-day vibe coding adventure with Xcode 26.3.

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How I use Samsung’s secret Wi-Fi menu to seriously improve my connectivity

Here’s how to access Connectivity labs on your Galaxy phone – and the 7 unique features I consistently rely on.

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Your Roku has hidden settings and menu screens – here’s how to unlock them

These secret button combinations get you access to Roku’s secret menu of advanced features and tweaks.

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