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2 weeks ago | 
zdnet.com | June Wan
Kerry Wan/ZDNETIt's not a stretch to say that only the most powerful of power users have heard of Samsung DeX. While full of whimsical capability, it's one of the most undermined, poorly advertised features on modern-day Samsung phones, so much so that I only remembered it after reading a recent story from my colleague Jack Wallen.
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2 weeks ago | 
zdnet.com | June Wan
ZDNET's key takeaways The Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) are a natural way for glasses wearers to control their smart home, and they're available now for $179. The latest model features a lighter build, longer battery life, improved speakers, and new controls that will take some getting used to. While Alexa in your ears is no ChatGPT voice assistant, it's capable enough to answer general questions and complete most smart home tasks.
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2 weeks ago | 
thetechstreetnow.com | June Wan
29 minutes ago zdnet.com The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a starting price of $1,099, while the Pixel 9 Pro starts at $999. For the price, you're getting a larger, brighter-than-ever 6.8-inch display, exclusive Google AI features, and the most forgiving camera system on the market. I just wish the base storage (128GB) was at least double and the AI features were more reliable. On Amazon, the Pixel 9 Pro XL is $200 off, now costing $899.
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2 weeks ago | 
zdnet.com | June Wan
Kerry Wan/ZDNETZDNET's key takeawaysThe Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a starting price of $1,099, while the Pixel 9 Pro starts at $999. For the price, you're getting a larger, brighter-than-ever 6.8-inch display, exclusive Google AI features, and the most forgiving camera system on the market. I just wish the base storage (128GB) was at least double and the AI features were more reliable. On Amazon, the Pixel 9 Pro XL is $200 off, now costing $899.
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2 weeks ago | 
zdnet.com | June Wan
ZDNET's key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE starts at $649, with 128GB of storage and AI features included. Large 6.7-inch AMOLED display and an enduring 4,700mAh battery are the top two strengths. At its price, the S24 FE faces stiff competition from Google, OnePlus, and Samsung itself. Multiple retailers have discounted the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE by $100, including Best Buy and Amazon.
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3 weeks ago | 
zdnet.com | June Wan
ZDNET's key takeaways The new Xiaomi 15 Ultra sees improvements in almost all the right places, with a 200MP periscope lens and a more durable design. The camera configuration is still one of the most competitive ones on the market. If you're in the US, you'll have to pay to play, with conversions nearing $1,555. The moment I unboxed the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, I knew I was in trouble.
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3 weeks ago | 
zdnet.com | June Wan
ZDNET's key takeaways The Planck SSD gives your connected device quick access to up to 2TB of storage. It has read and write speeds of up to 1,050 MB/s, giving it support for Apple 4K ProRes recording. It's not cheap at a starting price of $125, and due diligence is required for any Kickstarter project. We don't often cover crowdfunded products at ZDNET, as the potential for production issues and undelivered promises far outweigh the end product that readers will invest their time and money in.
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3 weeks ago | 
zdnet.com | June Wan
Unlike the Meta Ray-Bans, the Xreal One Pro features display projections for digital overlays. Kerry Wan/ZDNETThe Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses have been one of the more successful gadgets in recent years for breaking into a competitive wearable market and carving out their place. If CES in January was any indication of what we'll see in the rest of 2025, expect more people walking, working, and lounging around with smart glasses on.
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3 weeks ago | 
zdnet.com | June Wan
When is Amazon's Big Spring Sale 2025? The e-commerce giant's latest sales event will run through Monday, March 31. However, several deals will go live before and after that time frame. Are deals really better during Amazon sales? While there are no guarantees that the prices you see are the lowest ever, Amazon -- and the various retailers and sellers it works with -- tends to keep promotions as competitive as possible.
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3 weeks ago | 
zdnet.com | June Wan
ZDNET's key takeaways The OnePlus 12 typically sells for a starting price of $799. It was the company's most complete handset in 2024, with the fastest charging speeds on the market (both wired and wireless), a flagship camera system, premium build quality, and reliable performance. The lack of generative AI features is felt, but for many, that may not be a problem. View now at OnePlusView now at AmazonView now at Best Buy OnePlus is holding a new promotion for its old flagship phone.
