Best early Amazon Spring Sale robot vacuum deals 2026

A reliable robot vacuum is a great way to outsource cleaning your home's biggest messes. Shop the best deals ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

What's a minimal install for Linux? 6 reasons it can come in handy

If you've ever installed Linux and noticed the distribution offers a "minimal" install, you've probably wondered, "Why bother?" Well, there are reasons those tiny options are available.

Gemini's Personal Intelligence shocked me with everything it knows - here's how to turn it on (or off)

I gave Gemini's hyper-personalized mode a test drive and was unsettled by how much it knew about me. However, it was surprisingly useful.

Best early Amazon Big Spring Sale headphone deals 2026

Spring has sprung, and an Amazon Big Spring Sale is on the horizon. Here are the best early headphone deals to shop.

You can buy Amazon 4K Fire TV Sticks for up to 50% off right now - these models included

Grab a Fire TV Stick 4K Plus or better at a major discount ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

Fitbit lets you upload medical records and ask its AI for advice now - but is that safe?

It'll even analyze your lab results to deliver personalized recommendations. But here's what you need to know first.

This one iPhone setting immediately stops all apps from tracking you - turn it off today

You can easily prevent apps from tracking your activity and serving up creepy, hyper-targeted ads. Here's how.

I expected Samsung's new flagship earbuds to bore me, but I fell in love with them instead

A fresh look might be the most interesting thing about the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, but their audio upgrades are just as impactful.

A headphone maker is offering an audio loophole Apple likely won't be happy about

With a single app feature, JBL's latest Live 780NC headphones open up an otherwise closed-off feature for iOS fans.

This free privacy tool makes it super easy to see which sites are selling your data

Data is gold, and some companies go to great lengths to collect it, save it, and sell it. But you can stop it. Here's how.

Two years later, should you still buy the Sonos Ace? Why my answer is a resounding yes

Since launching its first over-ear headphones, Sonos has tackled some of my biggest problems with the original model.

Oupes Mega 1 review: I finally found a portable power station I can store in my truck

It's rare that I feature a power station not made by one of the big names, but the Oupes Mega 1 makes the cut, even receiving a ZDNET Lab Award for its efficiency.

Bluetti AC240 review: One of the most durable power stations I've tested

The Bluetti AC240 is water and dust-resistant, allowing it to withstand the worst Mother Nature can throw at it. It also earns a ZDNET Lab Award for its efficiency.

The best portable power stations of 2026: Expert and lab tested

We tested some of the best portable power stations from brands like EcoFlow, Jackery, and more to help you find the best off-grid solutions.

We tested 10 portable power stations in our lab - these two models were the most efficient

ZDNET's latest Lab Awards highlight two portable power stations - one big and one small - for their efficiency. See the data below.

Best early Amazon Spring Sale laptop deals 2026

We're tracking the best early laptop deals ahead of Amazon's Spring Sale, including options from Apple, Lenovo, Samsung, and more.

Best early Amazon Spring Sale deals under $25

Amazon's Big Spring Sale already has plenty of cheap deals on useful tech gadgets. These are our favorites.

The best early Amazon Spring Sale deals: Save on streaming, Apple, Samsung, and more

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is back next week. Here are our favorite spring deals on home, tech, and more live early.

Apple just changed the cheap laptop game - and rattled PC makers

For years, Apple has refused to compete with the makers of cheap laptops - until now. Here's who wins and who loses now in the wake of its new budget-priced MacBook Neo.

This glorious smart speaker is the HomePod successor Apple fans have been longing for

One of the buzzier smart speakers lately is made by Wiim, and features a tasteful design that's rare these days.