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At last, a portable 4K projector worthy of replacing my TV - and it's nearly $400 off

ZDNET's key takeaways Xgimi's Horizon S Max is on sale now for $1,899. It offers sharp, vibrant picture quality that punches well above its price tag, and the new gimbal design is easy to set up. Its minimal port selection might be a problem for some. View now at Bhphotovideo View now at Xgimi more buying choices The Xgimi Horizon S Max projector is on sale for $1,519 (save $381) during Amazon Prime Day. You can also shop this offer at Xgimi. I won't bury the lede: the Xgimi Horizon S Max is

I replaced my TV with this long-throw projector, and it's absolutely worth it - especially for $600 off

Kerry Wan/ZDNET The Xgimi Horizon Ultra is on sale for $1,099 (save $601) during Amazon's Prime Day sale. You can also shop this offer at Xgimi directly. When it comes to reviewing tech, a lot of the things that fall into my wheelhouse revolve around mobility, from flipping smartphones to thumb-sized action cameras. When I'm not out and about, I like to dedicate my downtime to electronics that make life at home more enjoyable, like this projector I tested last year. The Horizon Ultra from Xgi

TSA Will Reportedly Let You Keep Your Shoes on at Security Checks

In an age of seemingly endless bad news, there appears to be one positive development to report: you won’t have to take your shoes off at airports anymore. The New York Times reports that the Transportation Security Administration has nixed the rule that requires passengers to remove their shoes while heading through security. The development was first announced by Gate Access, a newsletter that is written by a former TSA officer. The Times says a “source familiar with the matter who spoke on c

Best Indoor Security Cameras for 2025: Tested in Our Own Homes

Google's AI detection remains top-notch. Google/Amazon Field of view Look for views that match the unique needs of your space and where you plan on placing the camera. Most high-quality indoor cameras have around a 130-degree field of view — and some of our picks go beyond that — but you don’t need to break out a protractor. That’s plenty of coverage to get a great view of a room when placed in a corner or centered against a far wall. For the best coverage or to cover multiple angles from a ce

I tested Dyson's pricey flagship headphones and they're better than expected (and $200 off)

Jada Jones/ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways The Dyson OnTrac headphones Impressive sound, adequate noise-canceling, and innovative design choices define the OnTrac headphones. Dyson could spend more time refining these headphones' physical controls, as they can be finicky and unreliable. The Dyson OnTrac headphones are on sale for $300 (save $200) during Amazon Prime Day. Who says the same company that made your vacuum cleaner and hairdryer can't make your headphones? I'm unsure if anyone has

This midrange OnePlus phone undercuts the Galaxy S25 - and during Prime Day, it's $100 off

ZDNET's key takeaways OnePlus 13R costs $600 and features a bright display, powerful performance, and fast charging. It doesn't have a flagship camera system and wireless charging. But for the money, you won't find a more balanced handset. View now at OnePlus View now at Best Buy more buying choices As part of Amazon Prime Day, the OnePlus 13R is on sale for $500. This deal extends to Astral Trail (white) and Nebula Noir (black). The OnePlus 13R follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, d

Is Marshall Clearing House? These Wireless Earbuds Drop to All-Time Low for Prime Day

Finding the right pair of wireless earbuds is harder than it sounds. You want something with strong, reliable sound, enough battery life to last you through the day, and a fit that doesn’t make you constantly readjust on your morning walk. But at the same time, you want something that looks cool, too. AirPods are a great option for this, but you probably don’t want to spend too much on earbuds just to feel like you’re getting a fun accessory. What you need now is a pair of earbuds that fill the

From Budget to ‘Wait, Is This Free?’, These JBL Headphones Get Prime Day Magic

There are tons of headphones out there these days. Some are wireless, some are corded. Some cost an exorbitant amount of money. That doesn’t make them the best of their kind, though. Actually, the best headphones are the ones that you’re comfortable wearing and the ones that sound fantastic. JBL makes some surprisingly great headphones at fair prices. They don’t have every fancy feature under the sun, but what they do offer is solid sound quality, dependable battery life, and affordability. And

The best Prime Day smart home deals we found

Prime Day is one of the best times of the year to stock up on smart home gear. With big price drops on all of Amazon’s many smart home brands, from Blink and Ring to Echo speakers and Eero Wi-Fi routers, plus a ton of other manufacturers getting in on the action, making your smart home better rarely gets more affordable. However, there are a lot of deals, and it’s frankly overwhelming. So, I’ve sifted through them all to find the best deals on some of my favorite smart home products. If you’re

TSA to finally end its dumb shoe removal policy for airport security

is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. A key pillar of post-9/11 airport security theater may finally be going away. Multiple outlets are reporting that the Transportation Security Administration will start allowing passengers at a few select airports to keep their shoes on while going through security checkpoints. No longer will we have to gaze upon our fellow

Here's how to watch Sony's Ghost of Yōtei State of Play showcase

Sony is holding a State of Play livestream dedicated exclusively to the upcoming adventure game Ghost of Yōtei. It starts on July 10 at 5PM ET. It will stream on the official PlayStation YouTube and Twitch accounts. The company promises "nearly 20 minutes" of gameplay hosted by developer Sucker Punch. The stream will also show off "new weapons, new ways to personalize your journey at the edge of Japan, new special modes and much more." The game comes out on October 2 , exclusively for PS5. For

My favorite bone-conduction headphones have a 12-hour battery life and are finally under $150

ZDNET's key takeaways The new Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 are the follow-up to the widely popular bone conduction headphones used by dedicated athletes, like marathoners and triathletes They're now available for $180. The OpenRun Pro 2 are as comfortable as ever, with a longer battery life than their predecessor. The volume of the headphones could be louder, and the microphone produces a warbled sound View now at Amazon Amazon currently has the latest Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 on sale for $55 off during P

The viral Air Purifier Table is my smart home's MVP and it's on sale for the best price I've seen

ZDNET's key takeaways The SwitchBot Air Purifier table is available for $258. This large-capacity air purifier has a washable prefilter, a color-changing night light, a wireless charger, and acts as a table. While the air purifier works as intended, the table is small, and the smart capabilities are incompatible with Apple Home. $193.74 at Amazon The SwitchBot 4-in-1 Air Purifier Table is one of my favorite smart home devices ever, and it's on sale for only $155 (save $115) during Prime Day.

Our Favorite Back-to-School Picks for 2025

Somehow, it's that time of the summer again: Back-to-school season is on the horizon. That means it's time to start shopping. Whether you have a kiddo heading to kindergarten or college, they'll need a few key supplies to get the year started off right. To help you avoid last-minute scrambling, our editors have hand-selected some school essentials for you. From top-rated laptops, durable water bottles, smart notebooks and everything in between, these finds cover gear, gadgets and services that

Short Sellers Are Making a Fortune as Tesla's Stock Collapses

They're making billions -- and Musk can't stop dragging the brand through the mud. Short Cake Tesla short sellers are making bank after CEO Elon Musk announced that he's doubling down on creating his own political party in the US, further shredding the brand and its tattered valuation. The company's shares slumped nearly seven percent on Monday, wiping out more than $68 billion in market cap. Investors who were shorting the EV maker — betting against its success, basically — were on track to

Here’s everything new for the Phone app in iOS 26

Apple’s Phone app is getting its biggest changes ever this year in iOS 26, with a completely revamped layout, call screening tools, Apple Intelligence features, and more. Here’s everything new that’s coming to your Phone app in iOS 26. Brand new design Apple is completely overhauling the design of the Phone app in iOS 26. But unlike last year’s big Photos redesign, this time Apple’s making the new layout entirely optional. When you first install iOS 26 and launch Phone, you’ll get asked whet

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The complete Side Events lineup at TechCrunch All Stage 2025

Boston, are you ready?! TechCrunch All Stage 2025 is about to explode with energy — and the real magic kicks off with an epic lineup of Side Events lighting up the city from July 14–17! We’re just ONE WEEK AWAY, and we couldn’t be more pumped to unveil the full Side Events schedule — your ultimate passport to game-changing connections and unforgettable moments. From high-voltage networking mixers to mind-blowing innovation showcases, this is where Boston’s boldest tech minds come to connect, cr

Slow Horses gets season 7 renewal, three new seasons coming to Apple TV+

Apple TV+ has had its best year ever so far, and it’s bound to continue with returning hits this fall like the recently announced Slow Horses season 5. But with another announcement today, Apple confirmed we’ll keep getting new Slow Horses episodes for a long while yet: seasons 6 and 7 are now both official. Slow Horses season 7 is now official, likely for 2027 Out of all the shows on Apple TV+, none has been as consistently produced and released as Slow Horses. The spy thriller starring Gary

Reflections on 2 years of CPython's JIT Compiler

Reflections on 2 years of CPython’s JIT Compiler: The good, the bad, the ugly 5 July 2025 This blog post includes my honest opinions on the CPython JIT. What I think we did well, what I think we could have done better. I’ll also do some brief qualititative analysis. I’ve been working on CPython’s JIT compiler since before the very start. I don’t know how long that is at this point … 2.5, maybe almost 3 years? Anyways, I’m primarily responsible for Python’s JIT compiler’s optimizer. Note that

Google Joins Prime Day With Floodlight Security Camera at Its Lowest Price, Stock May Go Faster Than Expected

A little bit of extra security can go a long way at home. There are plenty of ways to add more security to your house, but the simplest is nearly always going to be a really good security camera. There are loads of options out there, so picking one can be hard, but if you’re only going to have one, then getting a good floodlight option makes a lot of sense. These can be really expensive though, unless you find a good deal. See at Amazon Well, we happen to have found a really good deal on the e

Amazon Even Offers the Newly Released DJI Osmo Mobile 7P Gimbal Stabilizer at an All-Time Low for Prime Day

Filming with your phone has come a long way. Today’s smartphones can capture 4K footage, slow motion, cinematic scenes, and more, but even with all that power, there’s one thing that’s tough to fix in post: shaky hands. Whether you’re walking through a park, chasing after your kids, or just trying to film a smooth pan of your surroundings, it seems like you’ve always got a little bit of shakiness to contend with. But there’s a solution, and it doesn’t mean having to get a completely new camera.

Amazon Slashes $900 Off the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Now at the Lowest Price for the Best Foldable Phone

Samsung is shaking Prime Day up with a first-ever massive deal on the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The 512GB version of this foldable phone is now priced below the 256GB version, which is also on sale. This is a Prime Day special offer, so only Prime members can score this incredible deal. What’s truly impressive is the price: you’re saving $900 off the original price, bringing the Galaxy Z Fold 6 (512GB) down to just $1,119. That’s nearly half off ($2,019) and a discount that’s never been seen before on th

'Feeling Is Believing:' Samsung Shares Exclusive Details About Its Super Slim Galaxy Z Fold 7

Samsung is turning the page to a thinner, lighter chapter. The seventh generation of its book-style Galaxy Z Fold, which debuts at its Unpacked event on Wednesday, could redefine foldable phone design. Put aside your notions of a bulky gadget and get ready for a phone that Samsung says will feel closer to what you might already have in your pocket. "More than ever, these devices will very much resemble that traditional form factor," Drew Blackard, Samsung's senior vice president of mobile produ

Bookshop.org mocks Jeff Bezos wedding invite in anti-Prime Day promo

The independent online bookseller Bookshop.org took a swipe at Amazon to celebrate the start of Prime Day, Amazon’s annual sale (which, despite its name, is actually four days this year). Like many other retailers, Bookshop.org holds a sale to coincide with Amazon’s big event — it’s a way to lure away consumers who may be tempted by Amazon’s deals, but could be convinced to spend a few extra dollars to support an independent business. These anti-Prime sales probably don’t make a huge dent in Am

This rugged Android phone has a projector, night vision, a huge 25,500mAh battery, and is $100 off

Ulefone If you thought rugged phones were all the same, Ulefone’s new Armor 34 Pro is out to prove otherwise. Launching with an Amazon Prime Day deal of $100 off, this device packs not just durability but an industry-first feature: a built-in autofocus projector. Imagine camping under the stars and projecting a 100-inch image directly from your phone. With 150 lumens of brightness, 480P resolution, and autofocus for easy setup, the Armor 34 Pro’s projector works anywhere, whether you’re a fire

Score the high-end Bose QuietComfort headphones at their lowest 2025 price

Bose is offering an eye-catching discount on its QuietComfort Headphones in the Prime Day sale, knocking the price down to $199 from the usual $349. This is the best price yet for 2025, meaning you’re saving 43% off the recommended retail price. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your listening experience, this might be your chance. Bose QuietComfort Headphones for $199 (43% off) Among other hues, the Bose QuietComfort headphones come in a unique Chilled Lilac color — a limited edition tha

New hands-on iPhone 17 Air video reveals dummy in sleek black finish

It’s two months until Apple gets to officially unveil its iPhone 17 lineup, but while we wait, a new hands-on video today offers a great look at an ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air dummy model in black. Ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air in black offers stark contrast to other models In recent weeks, Majin Bu has been sharing various hands-on videos and photos revealing dummy models of the iPhone 17 lineup. Bu previously shared video of an iPhone 17 Pro Max showing off its thicker, bulkier look. Today, he’s b

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The Google Pixel 9 Pro for $250 off is my favorite Prime Day phone deal - and it's not even close

Adam Breeden/ZDNET The Google Pixel 9 Pro is currently marked down to $749 at Amazon during its Prime Day sale, a $250 discount from retail price. Last year, I was emphatic that my time with Pixel phones was over because Google had announced it was planning to inject even more AI "goodness" into Android. I saw that as an opportunity to jump ship. My goal was to buy the Nothing Phone 3. Then, as fate would have it, Nothing CEO Carl Pei announced that his company was going all-in on AI, and the

I replaced my Bose UltraComfort headphones for the Sony XM6 - this deal solidifies the upgrade

ZDNET's key takeaways The Sony WH-1000XM6 are available in Black, Silver, and Midnight Blue for $450. These headphones provide exceptional noise cancellation, practical software features, and an enjoyable sound. A tight fit and non-adjustable noise cancellation are noticeable pitfalls for premium headphones. View now at Sony View now at Amazon more buying choices For a limited time, Amazon has the Sony WH-1000XM6 on sale for $428, a light discount that you shouldn't take for granted. It's be

Blink Outdoor 4 (5-Pack) With Battery Extension Pack Is 54% Off, Making Each Unit Almost Free for Prime Day

Finding out your home has been broken into can be a scary experience. Your home is expected to be private and sacred. Once you learn your space has been invaded and that someone has gone through your personal belongings can be a violation that shake you to your core. It’s best to be prepared, taking necessary precautions to both deter trespassers and have video evidence in case it does happen. Consider a home security system like this five-camera bundle of Blink Outdoor 4 cameras with battery ex