Will plug-in solar plus batteries solve your power problem? I did the math
Latest newsby Adrian Kingsley-Hughes·26 Aug 2026
They can store solar-generated power or cheap, off-peak power. To make this work, you need a TOU tariff with a decent peak/off-peak rate spread.
Google Pixel 11 Review: Why the base model is still my favorite, even this year
Latest newsby Kerry Wan·26 Aug 2026
Why you can trust ZDNET :ZDNET independently tests and researches products to bring you our best recommendations and advice.
July was the worst month for ransomware victim claims in 2026 - or was it?
Latest newsby Charlie Osborne·26 Aug 2026
Ransomware activity hit a year-to-date high of 894 victim organization listings in July. The Gentleman, new ransomware groups, and agentic AI are responsible.
4 AI development skills you need, according to Andrew Ng - and what experts say he's missing
Latest newsby Joe McKendrick·26 Aug 2026
Coursera founder Andrew Ng has listed key AI development skills. Some industry experts suggest the list is too focused on building. Engineers must also understand the business problem and risks.
This simple antivirus tool is the easiest way to scan your Linux PC for threats - for free
Latest newsby Jack Wallen·26 Aug 2026
The app includes profile scanning, logs, stats, and more. It's long been debated whether Linux needs antivirus protection.
I built my own secure network in the cloud to access my home PCs remotely - for free
Latest newsby Ed Bott·26 Aug 2026
I built my own secure network in the cloud to access my home PCs remotely - for free Do you need easy, secure remote access to your home or small business network?
The best reading tablets of 2026: Expert tested
Latest newsby Allison Murray·26 Aug 2026
ZDNET experts put every product through rigorous testing and research to curate the best options for you.
Have an old PC monitor laying around? Turning it into a TV is easier than you think
Latest newsby Taylor Clemons·26 Aug 2026
Why you can trust ZDNET :ZDNET independently tests and researches products to bring you our best recommendations and advice.
Universal adapter vs. travel charger: Confused? Here's the device you need most
Latest newsby Adrian Kingsley-Hughes·25 Aug 2026
Why you can trust ZDNET :ZDNET independently tests and researches products to bring you our best recommendations and advice.
Garmin's new Fenix 9 Pro smartwatch is twice as bright as the previous gen - here's how they compare
Latest newsby Matthew Miller·25 Aug 2026
Why you can trust ZDNET :ZDNET independently tests and researches products to bring you our best recommendations and advice.
Android's motion sickness feature is rolling out - how to see if you have it
Latest newsby Artie Beaty·25 Aug 2026
The feature uses moving shapes that correlate to car movement. Newer Pixel devices are getting the feature first.
Anthropic's Claude and Cowork will share memories about you now - unless you opt out
Latest newsby David Gewirtz·25 Aug 2026
Claude chat and Cowork now share one memory system. Memory updates as you chat, with sensitive-data controls. The productivity boost comes with serious privacy tradeoffs.
The best early Labor Day Costco deals 2026: TVs, smartwatches, Apple devices, and more
Latest newsby Alison DeNisco Rayome·25 Aug 2026
It's almost Labor Day weekend, which means sales are on the way, including at Costco. Ahead of the holiday weekend, you'll find major discounts on brand-name TVs, laptops, appliances, mattresses...
You probably have Google Play points you can turn into gift cards - how to check
Latest newsby Artie Beaty·25 Aug 2026
Every Google Play Store purchase earns you points. Many people don't realize you can spend these on gift cards. Options include Starbucks, Walmart, Target, and more.
I ditched T-Mobile for Mint and found 3 major drawbacks of smaller carriers - and their workarounds
Latest newsby Kerry Wan·25 Aug 2026
A few weeks ago, I shared my journey of switching over to Mint Mobile, after being a T-Mobile customer for more than a decade.
How I turned my ancient Windows PC into a Chromebook for free - with FydeOS
Latest newsby Jack Wallen·25 Aug 2026
FydeOS is a great way to give new life to old hardware. If you like ChromeOS, you'll enjoy FydeOS. FydeOS is free and can be installed on laptops and desktops alike.
Apple's M5 Ultra is its most powerful chip ever - with 4x faster AI performance than M3 Ultra
Latest newsby Kyle Kucharski·25 Aug 2026
Apple announced its new Mac Mini and Mac Studio with the M6, M5 Max, and M5 Ultra chips. The M5 Ultra is its most powerful chip ever.
'Just a hobby, won't be big': Linus Torvalds introduced Linux 35 years ago - and almost called it Freax
Latest newsby Steven Vaughan-Nichols·25 Aug 2026
'Just a hobby, won't be big': Linus Torvalds introduced Linux 35 years ago - and almost called it Freax It's been 35 years since Finnish graduate student Linus Torvalds drafted a brief note saying...
This free tool keeps my bookmarks synced across Chrome, Firefox, and Edge - here's how
Latest newsby Lance Whitney·25 Aug 2026
I use Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and other browsers on my desktops and laptops, both personally and professionally. As I want access to the same bookmarks, I need a way to sync them.
Businesses must reinvent their processes and workforce to scale agentic AI adoption
Latest newsby Vala Afshar·24 Aug 2026
Only 15% of organizations have reached scaled multi-agentic orchestration. Most business leaders are reevaluating their business models in light of advances in agentic AI.
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