ExpressVPN blows away the competition on security audits - but what do they mean?

Ever wonder what a VPN audit is or why they're always announced to the public? Here's why.

This is the gaming laptop that makes desktops obsolete for me

The MSI Raider 16 Max HX combines powerful current-gen hardware with a revamped cooling system and a stunning 240Hz OLED screen.

How I prep my solar power stations for weather emergencies - before it's too late

With severe weather becoming more common, you need a plan before the lights go out. Here's mine.

I tried different Android Auto weather apps - these 3 are best for storm nerds like me

There aren't many weather apps for Android Auto, but the ones I found work very well.

5 best practices for migrating to a new CRM

Switching CRMs risks data loss and workflow disruption. These five best practices keep things on track.

This Lenovo laptop I tested rivals the MacBook Air in ways Windows PCs once struggled in

The Slim 7x (2026) has impressive performance improvements, but its target user - the modern professional - remains the same.

4 Android Auto developer settings that make driving so much easier - how to enable them

These developer settings can completely change how your Android Auto looks and operates.

Sony's most premium ANC headphones yet made luxury audio click for me

The special-edition pair of 1000X-series headphones strikes a balance between modern style and functionality.

AI Model Release Tracker: Opus 4.8's misalignment rates similar to Claude Mythos Preview

Not every new model is all it's cracked up to be. Our tracker keeps each release in context with its peers, so you know which models are worth your time.

Perplexity launches Bumblebee: How its new read-only dev scanner differs from Chainguard

The AI company's Bumblebee tool tackles your most urgent question after any supply‑chain advisory: Do your programmers have this malware installed?

Disabled ACR on your TV? I set up a router-based VPN for further protection - here's how

Installing a VPN on your smart TV blocks hackers from accessing your network and stealing your data. But there are benefits to the content, too.

Euro-Office, Europe's open-source alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Docs, launches June 9

European tech firms will ship the first stable release of Euro-Office next month, giving governments and businesses worldwide a ready-to-run, sovereign alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Docs.

This 8TB SanDisk SSD is over $1,000 off at Best Buy - and I recommend it

The price of SSDs has been skyrocketing, but you can still save nearly 62% on the 8TB SanDisk Desk Drive external SSD from Best Buy right now.

Anthropic launches Opus 4.8, with honesty as its killer feature

Anthropic's latest Claude model isn't just faster or smarter. Opus 4.8 is being pitched as more honest, more careful, and better suited to complex coding projects.

Best Buy is selling the LG C5 OLED for nearly 50% off right now - and I highly recommend it

It may be a generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price.

How to force Google AI Overviews to prioritize your favorite news sources

Google's Preferred Sources feature is now available in AI Overviews and AI Mode, so you can add your favorite sites to your AI-powered searches.

8 Zorin OS settings I change on every new install - and why you should, too

Like most Linux distributions, Zorin OS offers a lot, especially in terms of customization. These are the options I always choose in Zorin OS.

This lab-tested robot vacuum picked up more dirt than any other model (and it's on sale)

The Ecovacs X8 Pro Omni won the ZDNET Lab Award for best pickup performance in a robot vacuum, and it's currently $51 off at Walmart.

The solar-powered backup station I trust after years of testing - and why it works so well

Summer blackouts are on the horizon. Here's the setup I'm relying on to get me through the season.

When old data brings AI rollouts to a screeching halt - and how to manage it

With AI, long-forgotten data assets suddenly turn to gold, with potential security risks.