ZDNET’s experts analyzed the flashlight market for top performers that combine power with durability. Make sure you’re always prepared, whether you’re finding your way around a dark basement, or telling spooky stories around a campfire. Also: Enjoy sitting around bonfires this fall with our favorite camping chairs When an old, flickering flashlight just won’t do, these are the best high-tech flashlights to illuminate your path: For other products worth checking out, review our lists for the best camping chairs, best extreme weather tech, and the best camping gear and tools!...

Investment is no longer just in the realm of pensions or locked away on Wall Street. Instead, as the GameStop shares incident highlighted, retail investors now also have huge collective power in the stock market. It’s not all about so-called “meme” stocks, though, which can be extremely risky. Mobile investment apps, instead, can be used to monitor and manage typical trades including individual stocks, mutual funds/ETFs, ISAs, SIPPS, and other types of pensions, and more....

The factors to look out for are RAM, CPU threads, screen resolution if you don’t intend to have external monitors, and battery life if you want to code on the go. A solid keyboard is also a plus if you don’t want to purchase an external keyboard. RAM, or Random Access Memory, is kind of like the short-term memory of your laptop. The more RAM you have, the more programs you’ll be able to run at once without experiencing lagging....

Frankly, you don’t have to be a professional to see the use of a stylus phone. Many devices nowadays offer extensive features that utilize the stylus for more than just scribbling, like Samsung’s new Galaxy S23 Ultra and its built-in S Pen, which can be used as a remote shutter for taking pictures. Also: Top 5 picks for stylus tablets So, if you’re in the market for a stylus-supported smartphone, these are the best ones to consider....

And when you get your generator, remember to never use a gas or liquid propane-powered engine indoors and never plug a generator into your home’s electrical system without first installing a transfer switch to prevent fires and other electrical damage. I’ve combed the web to find the best deals on portable generators so you can save a little money while prepping for extreme weather situations. Battery and solar power stations Other power station holiday deals Gas, diesel, and flex-fuel generators However, you’ll have to review the pros and cons of investing in one....

Flat TV wall brackets are the simplest – they attach your television to the wall in a fixed position and don’t move in any way. Then there are the articulating or full-motion TV mounts. They’re capable of turning and swiveling to face other directions. Lastly, tilting TV brackets can be angled up or down, which can be useful when you’re trying to avoid screen reflections or glare. If you bought a TV for the big game or plan to have one for the new season of Succession, we analyzed the market to find the best TV wall mounts available right now....

While most people nowadays use their smartphones for an alarm, an actual, physical alarm clock (with high-tech specs, of course) can help you fall asleep, stay asleep, and gradually wake you up, so you feel well-rested in the morning. We’ve rounded up the best alarm clocks on the market today with features like morning meditations, gentle lights that wake you up, voice assistant compatibilities, and much more. Also: The best sunrise alarm clocks: Wake up smarter and brighter The Hatch Restore 2 is a sound machine, sunrise alarm, smart light, meditation app, and alarm clock, all in one device....

There are numerous options to choose from, so we compiled your top options for you based off of our extensive research. Once you’ve selected the best-fitting balance transfer card for your needs, review your outstanding debts and the interest rates associated with each. Transfer the outstanding debt with the highest interest rate to your new balance transfer card. Remember to use the introductory period to take advantage of no interest charges and pay off all of that transferred debt....

Here’s a perfect example: Samsung has been selling tablets for years, usually in two different sizes, with a “Plus” model being the biggest. However, earlier this year, Samsung announced the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra with a 14.6-inch display – the largest Samsung has used in a tablet. So it begs the question – who else makes tablets with large displays? It turns out, there are more options than you’d think....

The right power bank can keep you connected with hours of extra battery. However, not all power banks may be able to deliver the power you need when you are on the go and away from a charger. That’s why we recommend these best power banks to help ensure that you are never left abandoned by a drained battery. Also: The best portable power banks: Keep your devices juiced on the go With two USB-C ports and one USA-A port, the Anker 737 Power Bank can support three different devices at a time....

While not as clicky and fashion-forward as high-end productivity and gaming mice, these mice are exceptionally quiet, so you won’t wake up your housemates or irritate coffee sippers at the tables over. There are plenty of silent mouse options on the market, but we’ve rounded up the best silent mice that will help you get the job done – in silence. Also: Best Wi-Fi router The Logitech MX Master 3S is the best silent mouse you can buy....

Video doorbells serve two purposes: record footage of people who approach your front door and alert you when someone rings your doorbell. Smart doorbells can be very useful if you want to increase your home’s security, but it can also be tough to sift through all the different video doorbells available on the market. Also: The best security systems To make your decision easier, I’ve analyzed the top video doorbells in 2023....

Programming languages tell computers how to do specific tasks. Complex programming languages with dense syntax and complicated functions can challenge even experienced coders. Programming pros who want to learn a new language may prefer an easier option. Our list introduces the easiest programming languages to learn, including each programming language’s uses and roles that use them. 8 easy programming languages to learn 1. CSS Roles that use it: Front-end developers, CSS developers, full-stack developers, mobile app developers, bloggers, website editors Why it’s easy to learn: CSS styles websites, so it’s simpler than many programming languages....

To a degree, every business will have by now adapted to the reality of a hybrid workplace and the fact some staff will remain home-based while others will come back to the office. Any business that cannot offer a hybrid workplace will face problems in recruitment during this worker shortage. And problems in developing in-house, the skills of managing a modern workforce. HOME MONITORS For work at home advocates the future looks rosy....

The Renpho Eye Massager with Heat intends to relieve symptoms of fatigue and eye strain. The device can help relax muscles in your face using oscillating pressure and rhythmic percussion massaging. The eye-mask-shaped massager ranges from 104 to 107 degrees Fahrenheit to relieve muscles and promote relaxation. If you suffer from dry eyes and forehead tension after long days at the office, this device can help you unwind before bedtime....

If you’re still learning the ins and outs of shooting images, the lens provides auto-focus so that you can point and click and still get beautiful images. While it’s a larger, heavier lens because of the glass in the camera’s makeup, you can expect a sharp contrast to give you vibrant photographs, whether you’re capturing street portraits or shooting nature. It’s also dustproof and splash-resistant so that you can take it on the go....

Complications for weather conditions, the position of the sun and moon, the phrases of the moon, not to mention a whole bunch of fitness-related complications. But there’s never enough room for all the complications that I need. So, in order to satisfy my thirst for complications, I figured out a workaround. Also: This is the ultimate use of your Apple Watch Ultra’s Action button First of all, what is a complication?...

Next gen GPS is becoming a crucial link in the chain of response, and a new partnership between a terrestrial GPS developer and a location services provider points the way to how this technology is being utilized by emergency services. It all starts with strict regulation. The FCC recently issued requirements that a 911 caller’s vertical location must be determined within 3m accuracy at least 80% of the time. Geographic Information System (GIS) data is becoming increasingly robust via wireless communications, but positioning measurements still introduce significant errors....

On Tuesday, the Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) launched a request for comment (RFC) regarding AI accountability. Also: How an AI tool could crack your passwords in seconds Through the RFC, the public is welcome to share any thoughts, concerns, or feedback they have about policies regarding AI. Specifically, the NTIA is seeking insight that can support the development of “AI audits, assessments, certifications and other mechanisms to create earned trust in AI systems,” according to the site....

Naturally, there was a void in my multitasking heart when remote work transitioned to hybrid work, and the fear of a power outage slowly shifted to the fear of bad weather and missing the commuter bus. Also: How to choose the right monitor layout for work That’s probably overdramatizing it, but I’d be lying if I said I was just as productive on a singular laptop as I was with two or three monitors blasting windows upon windows at my eyes....