<![CDATA[Latest news]]>https://www.zdnet.com/https://www.zdnet.com/a/neutron/images/logos/logo.pngLatest newshttps://www.zdnet.com/ZDNETSun, 05 Apr 2026 14:11:09 GMTSun, 05 Apr 2026 14:11:09 GMTCBS Interactive Inc.http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss2nozdnet,techrepublic,jason,hiner,larry,dignan,tech,news,technology,ITJason Hiner and Larry Dignan do a deep dive on one of the hottest issues in tech each week in this joint ZDNet and TechRepublic podcast. While other podcasts recap the news, this one offers valuable analysis on some of the most important topics in tech, and does it in about the time of the average U.S. commute.In this weekly ZDNet and TechRepublic podcast, Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan do a deep dive on one of the hottest issues in tech.Jason Hiner and Larry Dignansanity@techrepublic.comJason Hiner and Larry Dignan<![CDATA[I customized an Arch-based distro my way in under 5 minutes - and it's glorious]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/prism-linux-arch-based-distro-has-killer-installer/15216df5-a43e-4771-91e8-6311895eca29Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:00:51 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[How I beat the $4 gas average in 2026: These 5 apps show you the cheapest station nearby]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/high-gas-prices-mobile-apps-cheapest-stations/c9b399ab-d29d-42e8-a977-9cb456b3b7fdSun, 05 Apr 2026 11:00:34 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[I let a smart planter maintain itself while I was away for 2 months - here's the result]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/leafypod-smart-planter-review/3c9e0386-2961-4c18-af31-253b02249bcbSun, 05 Apr 2026 01:16:48 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[How to clear your Android phone cache - and why it greatly improves performance]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-clear-android-phone-cache/f4f356dd-ddfe-4c70-aaf4-d356469ed0bdSat, 04 Apr 2026 20:49:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[Don't plug these 7 common household gadgets into an extension cord - according to an electrician]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/dont-plug-common-household-gadgets-into-an-extension-cord/dac1cef5-85a2-42b3-8be0-5b2c91958ac7Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:15:17 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[Adjusting my router's antenna fixed my Wi-Fi problems - here's the best way to position it]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/adjusting-router-antenna-fix-wi-fi-problems/e0a6bd13-211c-4b14-bac6-4b940aafe322Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:49:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[Is virtual RAM more valuable with rising memory prices? I did the math on my Windows PC]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/is-virtual-ram-good-alternative-rising-ram-prices/b01482aa-684e-4fa2-9d4f-720305825cd3Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:31:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[FTC reports a surge in $220M job fraud - here's how to vet listings, according to recruiters]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/job-scam-3-warning-signs-and-what-to-do/da6bef59-20dd-4e58-a24e-bb852fb484b1Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:01:11 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[LG G6 vs. LG G5: I compared the flagship OLED TVs, and there's a surprise winner]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/lg-g6-vs-lg-g5-oled-tv/c70384b1-7a78-4530-9b79-89cc6d6548bdSat, 04 Apr 2026 12:00:51 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[I used an $80 monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate for a week - and couldn't believe my eyes]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/msi-pro-mp243w-24-inch-monitor-review/51df1910-b3e0-44e5-8285-673498bcc6b2Sat, 04 Apr 2026 01:00:51 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[I found an Incogni alternative that's even more effective at wiping my data from the web]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/privacybee-data-removal-review/e37c95c9-9528-4121-b2a3-e3da7a4e55ccSat, 04 Apr 2026 00:52:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[The 5 most surprising things our readers bought on Amazon this week (No. 1 is a great gadget)]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/weird-top-sellers-amazon-spring-sale-2026/82d6df68-6944-4c68-838a-c51fe8e9c3caFri, 03 Apr 2026 19:44:59 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[I let Apple Music's new AI tool curate my playlists for 24 hours - and discovered new hits]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/apple-music-playlist-playground/ae835cd7-3dfb-4276-aa08-11d1966beafaFri, 03 Apr 2026 18:45:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[You can use Google Meet with CarPlay now: How to join meetings safely in your car]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-use-google-meet-in-carplay-safely/a645a159-5ee8-408d-8e76-3ed110fd356fFri, 03 Apr 2026 16:52:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[I've worn the Oura Ring and Apple Watch for years: Here's which of two is more essential]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/oura-ring-vs-apple-watch/8783dc1e-8ed9-4e53-b4ce-c131ba4541c3Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:08:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[Your TV may be tracking your viewing data - here's how to stop it (beyond disabling ACR)]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-turn-off-hdmi-cec-on-your-tv/92bfb7c8-b5c0-4df5-949a-186fe7008802Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:08:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[Windows 11 Home vs. Windows 11 Pro: I found the differences that truly matter]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/windows-11-home-windows-11-pro-compared/50cd4627-7c41-4309-a7b8-f452d5591ed8Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:58:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[Why YouTube with ads just isn't worth it for me anymore - even if it's free]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/why-i-pay-for-youtube-premium/fc225239-c7cd-43ab-b90b-eb8f30abf86dFri, 03 Apr 2026 14:45:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro vs. AirPods Pro 3: Why it's no longer about brand loyalty for me]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/airpods-pro-3-vs-samsung-galaxy-buds-4-pro/debbb9ad-c122-4b23-9e4f-2a9c83d6ab87Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:39:00 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)<![CDATA[How Flipboard's new Surf app lets you merge social feeds, YouTube, and RSS to escape the algorithm - finally]]>https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-flipboard-surf-merges-social-feeds-youtube-rss/2ef22e86-d02c-4ff7-8537-766cba5c907fFri, 03 Apr 2026 14:24:01 GMTsanity@techrepublic.com (Jason Hiner and Larry Dignan)