I’ve held lots of Android phones in my hand, some of which felt awkward because of their size or shape, …

I’ve tested dozens of ThinkPads: Here’s the Lenovo model I keep coming back to
Lenovo’s 10th-generation ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Aura Edition Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET One of the most useful features of the Aura Edition is …

BlueHost review: An easy way to get started with web hosting, but mixed performance
Bluehost, which gives it some extra credibility, especially if you’re planning to build a WordPress site. Also: The best web …

I replaced my solar panels with wind power generators at home – here are the results after 6 months
The Shine Turbine at $147 off, on sale for only $342. I cover a lot of solar generators here, and …

I switched to a Wi-Fi-enabled smart lock with facial recognition – and can’t go back
apr / 2025 I’ve always been drawn to Lockly because of its PIN Genie technology — a system that displays …

Are portable AC units viable at home? My verdict after testing one during a heat wave
Many parts of the US are sizzling right now, unable to escape the extreme heat alerts constantly flashing on the …

IVPN review: This VPN takes privacy to the next level
I came across IVPN and IVPN Pro Screenshot by Kennedy Otieno/ZDNET The IVPN app is fully open-source, which helps build …

I found an AirTag alternative that’s just as good but for half the price
I’ve learned to add Bluetooth trackers to my frequently lost items the hard way. My husband is forgetful, and we …

Why I no longer buy pre-built SSDs for my PC (and what I recommend instead)
External storage drives have become a part of my life nowadays, so much so that I always have a few …

This proxy provider I tested is the best for web scraping – and it’s not IPRoyal or MarsProxies
Oxylabs reports just a million machines in its proxy pool, IPRoyal reports Screenshot by David Gewirtz/ZDNET They also offer a …