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- I let a smart planter maintain itself while I was away for 2 months – here’s the result
on April 5, 2026 at 1:16 amThe LeafyPod smart planter will turn even the worst plant killer into a green thumb.
- How to clear your Android phone cache – and why it greatly improves performanceon April 4, 2026 at 8:49 pm
This simple tweak can instantly boost speed and responsiveness on almost any device.
- Don’t plug these 7 common household gadgets into an extension cord – according to an electricianon April 4, 2026 at 8:15 pm
Extension cords are fine for smaller devices, but some appliances can be dangerous to use with them, particularly in cold weather.
- Adjusting my router’s antenna fixed my Wi-Fi problems – here’s the best way to position iton April 4, 2026 at 7:49 pm
Getting the best Wi-Fi performance requires strategic antenna positioning, proper router placement, and a bit of trial and error.
- Is virtual RAM more valuable with rising memory prices? I did the math on my Windows PCon April 4, 2026 at 7:31 pm
Virtual RAM can help boost PC performance when resources are scarce. While it can be useful, it’s not a replacement for physical RAM.
- FTC reports a surge in $220M job fraud – here’s how to vet listings, according to recruiterson April 4, 2026 at 12:01 pm
In a tough job market, having a recruiter offer you a job might seem like a blessing – but make sure it’s legit first.
- LG G6 vs. LG G5: I compared the flagship OLED TVs, and there’s a surprise winneron April 4, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Between the new LG G6 OLED and last year’s G5 OLED, here are the key differences to consider before upgrading.
- I used an $80 monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate for a week – and couldn’t believe my eyeson April 4, 2026 at 1:00 am
MSI’s Pro MP243W 24-inch monitor pairs well with other budget laptops, making it an affordable home workstation.
- I found an Incogni alternative that’s even more effective at wiping my data from the webon April 4, 2026 at 12:52 am
PrivacyBee is one of the most comprehensive data removal services I’ve tested, capable of removing personal information from hundreds of sites.
- The 5 most surprising things our readers bought on Amazon this week (No. 1 is a great gadget)on April 3, 2026 at 7:44 pm
ZDNET readers love random gadgets – and during Amazon’s Spring Sale, they picked up some interesting niche items, some of which are still discounted.
- I let Apple Music’s new AI tool curate my playlists for 24 hours – and discovered new hitson April 3, 2026 at 6:45 pm
I usually cycle through my years-old playlists, but I tried AI-generated ones for a weekend and found some key learnings.
- You can use Google Meet with CarPlay now: How to join meetings safely in your caron April 3, 2026 at 4:52 pm
Use Android Auto instead of CarPlay? Google said support is coming soon for Meet.
- I’ve worn the Oura Ring and Apple Watch for years: Here’s which of two is more essentialon April 3, 2026 at 4:08 pm
Deciding between Oura’s smart ring and an Apple Watch? I wear both of them daily, and here’s which one gets priority.
- How to pay less for gas: 5 free apps I use to find the lowest fuel prices nearbyon April 3, 2026 at 3:27 pm
With gas prices climbing ever higher, these apps help me find the cheapest fuel based on my location.
- Your TV may be tracking your viewing data – here’s how to stop it (beyond disabling ACR)on April 3, 2026 at 3:08 pm
Smart TVs are designed to monitor your content and serve ads across every input. Here are some ways to shut down that tracking and regain control.
- Windows 11 Home vs. Windows 11 Pro: I found the differences that truly matteron April 3, 2026 at 2:58 pm
Windows 11 Pro offers more control – but is it worth the added cost? Here’s how to make the right choice for you.
- Why YouTube with ads just isn’t worth it for me anymore – even if it’s freeon April 3, 2026 at 2:45 pm
Like it or not, there are more reasons than ever to consider paying for YouTube Premium.
- Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro vs. AirPods Pro 3: Why it’s no longer about brand loyalty for meon April 3, 2026 at 2:39 pm
Samsung’s newest wireless earbuds are closing in on Apple’s audio and ANC. Here’s how to pick the right pair.
- How Flipboard’s new Surf app lets you merge social feeds, YouTube, and RSS to escape the algorithm – finallyon April 3, 2026 at 2:24 pm
At last, I can use one app to find my favorite podcasts, channels, publications, and more.
- I found an M.2 dock that handles SSD cloning without a computer – and with only one clickon April 3, 2026 at 1:57 pm
The Icy Box Docking and Clone Station provides the simplest way to transfer data between drives and to access bare drives.
