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*J.D. Power’s 2020 Home Security Satisfaction Study. Based on a 1,000-point scale. Why we chose it SimpliSafe allows customers to build their own security packages, meaning you can get everything you need without paying for features you don’t. Pros: Many device optionsCustomizable systemAffordable monitoring Cons: No mobile alerts with the basic planLimited integration with other smart devices Equipment available: Indoor, outdoor and doorbell camerasWindow and door sensorsMobile phone control panelEnvironmental sensorsSmart locks, lighting and thermostat...

Must read: The best Labor Day deals you can shop right nowThe best Labor Day deals under $100The best Labor Day appliance dealsThe best Labor Day security camera deals Additionally, we check over the past six months on any item we think it’s a great deal to make sure that you truly are getting a great deal. Anything that has been price-gouged to appear like a deal, where they raise the price a few days before and drop it back down to the “deal” the day of, has not been included on this list....

Also: The 5 best solar lanterns of 2023 Alternatively, solar lanterns and battery packs may not charge properly if the weather isn’t ideal. Your best bet is to invest in a portable solar charger made of panels that can do the job quickly and effectively. But which panel is the best? It’s helpful to understand how electricity works before you begin shopping. Also: The 5 best camping chairs of 2023 Many people use the analogy of piped water: Think of voltage as water pressure and amperage as the size of the pipe....

Moreover, the best ones offer long battery life, extensive stylus support, and the processing prowess to power through any application. While the iPad and Apple Pencil are arguably the most popular tablet-stylus duo, there are plenty of other top-tier tablets on the market that, in some cases, benefit your workflow even more. We’ve hand-picked the very best stylus tablets for students, professionals, and casual users below. Also: The 5 best stylus pens The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is the latest and greatest tablet from the Korean tech giant....

The short answer is a tech gift can be just as thoughtful and help make your other half feel special. You too can find a thoughtful tech gift if you’re looking for an idea that isn’t just another gift card (though we’re not judging if you opt for that). There are plenty of tech items to choose from this season and to make your gift decision easier, we’ve rounded up the best tech gift ideas to wrap in paper or drop in a gift bag....

On July 3, as reported by the BBC, Army accounts were taken over and used to promote NFT and cryptocurrency schemes. This included YouTube videos posted with the image of entrepreneur Elon Musk. The British Army’s YouTube account name was changed. Screenshots also appeared to show the Army’s Twitter account, its name changed, retweeting promotions for NFT projects, complete with images of a cartoon monkey. SEE: These hackers are spreading ransomware as a distraction - to hide their cyber spying NFTs are digital assets, including image files, that may represent real-world items....

In reality the internet was in many respects a lucky accident, one with its origins in a collection of US government technology projects, that somehow grew into a global network. And the values of some of the early enthusiasts – who believed in open flows of information, freedom of speech, limited regulation – seemed, at least initially, to spread as the internet grew. But that was a long time ago....

Research also shows that the customer experience matters as much as the product. Four-fifths of customers place the same emphasis on flawless engagement as they do on product quality. For business buyers, the percentage is 85%. Extraordinary experiences help companies earn more than sales – they build relationships. Fifty-three percent of customers say they feel an emotional connection to the brands they buy from the most. Professional sports is an industry where the customer experience is key to sustainable growth and vitality....

If you’ve never used an electric bike, they’re great for commuting distances too far to conveniently walk. The Huffy Oslo has a max range of 20-23 miles with pedal assistance, which allows you to increase your power by pedaling. The Huffy Oslo’s throttle can help you reach speeds of up to 20 mph. In addition to the 250W motor and 36V battery, the derailleur (aka the bicycle gearing system) features a Shimano 7-speed index, which allows you to pedal the bike without electricity and adjust the resistance to your preference....

HSE, which is responsible for healthcare and social services across Ireland, fell victim to what was described as a “significant” ransomware attack on 14 May. The attack has been attributed to the Conti ransomware gang. The cyber criminals provided HSE with a decryption tool for free but have threatened to publish information stolen in the attack – potentially a violation of patient privacy – if they don’t receive a ransom of a reported $20 million in bitcoin, something that HSE vowed not to pay....

Matter is an open standard that aims to make it easier for smart home and Internet of Things (IoT) devices to connect to each other more easily, something that is complicated, messy and often simply not possible right now. But now the Matter standard is here, along with a global certification program and eight authorized test labs, that can test whether devices and their underlying technologies meet the Wi-Fi and the Thread mesh networking standard....

On Dec. 1, in the early morning hours, Alaska State Troopers received an alert that a stranded snowmobiler needed help. The rider had used his iPhone 14 to connect to Apple’s Emergency Response Center to ask for help. Also: How to use iPhone 14’s emergency SOS satellite text feature That prompted a search crew to be dispatched to the GPS coordinates his phone had transmitted, where he was then successfully located....

Introduced in September 2012 with the iPhone 5, the 8-pin Lightning connector replaced the 30-pin connector previously used on iPhones and iPods. There’s a lot to like about Lightning – it’s a solid, well-made connector that has stood the test of time – but at almost ten years old, it’s had a good run, even if European Union lawmakers hadn’t set their sights on its eradication. So where does this leave Apple?...

These are all highly relevant questions to operationalize machine learning – and not just because MLOps is hitting peak (Gartner) hype. A few people are trying to address those in the Gartners of the world and beyond. Ori Cohen and Lior Gavish are among them. Their opinion counts because they are both machine learning practitioners with years of experience whose daily job touches upon various aspects of MLOps. Cohen has a PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, AI, Real-Time Brain Computer Interface (BCI)....

In January 2017, I wrote a post titled “Here’s how you can still get a free Windows 10 upgrade.” It became the single most popular post I’ve ever published at ZDNET, and it is still one of the site’s most popular pages. Also: When will Microsoft end support for your version of Windows or Office? In the months after that original publication, I rechecked, revised, and updated the post several times....

If you want to start with a quick switch in careers, you can be a proficient IT specialist by the time you finish the “DevOps Fundamentals” course. Or if you’re a fan of blockchain technology, but aren’t sure if it’s mainstream enough or here to stay, then take heart from the fact that MasterCard actually has 89 blockchain patents. Three courses in this bundle will take you from novice to expert....

OtterPilot is currently being rolled out to users on all plans. Also: How to get started using ChatGPT Launched in 2016, Otter.ai offers automated transcription services that make note-taking effectively obsolete. Using proprietary AI, the app takes meeting notes in real time. Later, you can edit and share the notes. With the Otter Assistant service, you can connect Otter to your Microsoft or Google calendar and have the app automatically take and share notes in virtual meetings – even if you can’t join the meeting yourself....

Acer unveiled the eKinekt BD 3 at CES 2023 in Las Vegas. As a rider pedals on the bike desk, it turns the kinetic energy generated into an electric charge. One hour of constant cycling at 60 RPM can generate 75 watts of self-generated power. Also: CES 2023 tech you can actually buy now With two USB Type-A ports and one USB Type-C port, you can charge multiple mobile devices at once....

The new feature means that Windows devices can now lock out local admins – something that Windows devices haven’t been allowed to do until yesterday’s Patch Tuesday updates introduced a new set of admin account lockout policies. When local admin accounts can’t be locked out of Windows device, attackers can hit the account with an unlimited number of attempts to guess the right password. Attackers can often quickly guess ones that are simple and short....

Not a massive limitation, but what are the chances of me forgetting to apply the rubber covers ahead of the critical point where the power bank got a soaking? Quite high. What I want is a power bank that’s waterproof without needing little rubber covers over the ports. I’ve found one. The Nitecore NBP 4. The NPB 4 has multiple fast charge output ports and provides a maximum output power of 18W, which is enough for things like smartphones and tablets but not enough for heavier loads such as laptops....