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With Raspberry Pi and Wi-Fi, researchers built a wireless heart rate monitor - here's how

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How to preorder Apple's latest devices, including the iPhone 17 series

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Apple Event live updates 2025: iPhone 17, AirPods 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and more news

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I've worn my Apple Watch Ultra for 2 years - and I can't believe the shape it's in

Nearly two years old, and my Apple Watch Ultra 2 is still going strong. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways I've worn my Ultra 2 almost continuously for two years. It's been banged, smashed, soaked, baked, and frozen. Apart from a few small superficial scratches, it's still going strong. Today, my Apple Watch Ultra 2 is 702 days old. I've worn it nearly 24/7 since October 2023. It only comes off my wrist to charge, and t

I unlocked hidden menus on my iPhone and Android with 14 secret codes

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You can still download iOS 26 beta onto your iPhone - here are the supported models

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I did not expect this $15 cordless screwdriver to be as good as it is

XLX 4.2V cordless screwdriver ZDNET's key takeaways The XLX 4.2V screwdriver is available on Amazon for $15. It features a classic design that is surprisingly ergonomic, and more than powerful enough for regular DIY tasks. The LED light only comes on when the screwdriver is on. View now at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Sometimes I'm wrong. It doesn't happen often, but when it does, I try to learn from it. Take the other day, for example. I received a new screwd

12+ laptop accessories that I recommend to both students and professionals

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways The right add-ons can drastically improve your laptop's user experience. The best accessories boost productivity and enhance comfort or usability. There is no shortage of gadgets out there, but ultimately, the best are up to personal preference. Laptops are a complete package, but that doesn't mean the user experience can't be improved. Not everyone can use a trackpad effectively, and being trappe

I was wrong about this $15 cordless screwdriver - here's how it fared in my workshop

XLX 4.2V cordless screwdriver ZDNET's key takeaways The XLX 4.2V screwdriver is available on Amazon for $15. It features a classic design that is surprisingly ergonomic, and more than powerful enough for regular DIY tasks. The LED light only comes on when the screwdriver is on. View now at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Sometimes I'm wrong. It doesn't happen often, but when it does, I try to learn from it. Take the other day, for example. I received a new screwd

You can buy Samsung's Galaxy S25 FE for only $6 a month - how the deal works

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The 9 coolest gadgets I saw at IFA Berlin 2025 (including picks you can actually buy)

Maria Diaz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. IFA is Europe's largest consumer electronics show, and this year was no different. IFA 2025 featured some of the most eye-catching innovations ever, so much so that it's hard to narrow down the list of amazing products. However, at a time when the tech world is saturated with artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, I found it refreshing that the best products I've seen don't hinge on AI. As I walked through the halls of Mes

Apple Event live updates 2025: Last minute leaks on iPhone 17, AirPods 3, Apple Watch Series 11, more

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7 most exciting tech accessories from IFA 2025 (and that you can actually buy)

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Why I recommend these OnePlus earbuds over pricier models (including AirPods) - and they're on sale

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40+ Windows keyboard shortcuts that effectively improved my work productivity

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Apple iPhone 17 event live updates: The biggest rumors on AirPods, Apple Watch Series 11, more

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This oddball screwdriver is one of the most ergonomic tools I own (and it's only $15)

XLX 4.2V cordless screwdriver ZDNET's key takeaways The XLX 4.2V screwdriver is available on Amazon for $15. It features a classic design that is surprisingly ergonomic, and more than powerful enough for regular DIY tasks. The LED light only comes on when the screwdriver is on. View now at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Sometimes I'm wrong. It doesn't happen often, but when it does, I try to learn from it. Take the other day, for example. I received a new screwd

You should clean your AirPods ASAP, especially before you consider an upgrade this week

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Apple's iPhone 17 event invite has secret clues - my 3 biggest theories for what to expect

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Apple has confirmed its next iPhone launch event will take place on Tuesday, September 9. The invitation graphic hints at the possibility of new iPhone 17 colors and improved thermal cooling. A deeper look suggests temperature-related features to the AirPods and Apple Watches. Apple's biggest event of the year is almost here, with new iPhones, Apple Watches, AirPods -- and maybe a few surprises -- s

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Every iPhone model compatible with iOS 26 (and which ones don't support the update)

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Apple iPhone 17 event live blog: The biggest announcements we're expecting on Tuesday

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The 7 coolest gadgets I saw at IFA Berlin 2025 (including picks you can actually buy)

Maria Diaz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. IFA is Europe's largest consumer electronics show, and this year was no different. IFA 2025 featured some of the most eye-catching innovations ever, so much so that it's hard to narrow down the list of amazing products. However, at a time when the tech world is saturated with artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, I found it refreshing that the best products I've seen don't hinge on AI. As I walked through the halls of Mes

Your Roku has hidden settings and menu screens - here's how to unlock them

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Running on iOS 18? Changing these settings greatly improved my iPhone's battery life

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Samsung's new flagship Galaxy tablets are the iPad Pro for Android fans - but something's missing

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The 7 coolest gadgets I've seen at IFA 2025 (including ones you can actually buy)

Maria Diaz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. IFA is Europe's largest consumer electronics show, and this year is no different. IFA 2025 features some of the most eye-catching innovations ever, so much so that it's hard to narrow down the list of amazing products. However, at a time when the tech world is saturated with artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, I found it refreshing that the best products I've seen don't hinge on AI. As I walk through the halls of Messe

Worried AI will take your job? OpenAI's new platform could help get you one

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways OpenAI introduces its OpenAI Jobs Platform. The experience is meant to connect users to job opportunities. This comes at a time when people fear AI will replace human jobs. While AI is typically implicated in replacing humans in the workforce, OpenAI's new undertaking is looking to wield those AI capabilities to get you a job. OpenAI Jobs Platform On Wednesday, the company unveiled

Finally, a MagSafe battery pack with a built-in kickstand that isn't a joke

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College students can get Microsoft Copilot free for a year - here's how

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