Why I still recommend NordVPN to most people in 2026
pros and cons Pros Checks all the VPN boxes of reliability, performance, and features The NordLynx protocol has fast and secure connections worldwide, and features like specialty servers, an antivirus (offline malware scanner for PCs), and a Dark Web Monitor are welcome. Cons There is no split tunneling feature on iOS, and it doesn’t have […]
Everything to Look for When Buying a New Laptop in 2026
For some people, however, it might be helpful to think through what software you need to run, and which operating systems it runs best on, which will help you determine the hardware you need. And let’s not forget: ChromeOS and Linux are still alternative options. So, here’s how the four available operating systems break down. […]
We tested the most popular VPNs in New York, London, and Tokyo – this one is the best for traveling
ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Virtual private networks (VPNs) are the kind of tool that you don’t know you need until you need one. Especially when traveling, as so many do during the summer, the best VPNs are crucial for encrypting your traffic, disguising your IP address, and limiting the risk […]
I switched from Outlook to Thunderbird, but this free email client is better than both
I used Outlook as my default client for the longest time, but then I switched to Thunderbird, a free and open-source email client from Mozilla. However, it has a critical flaw, the lack of a native conversation view, which is an essential feature for me in any email client. I could add this functionality with […]
Why some teams launch faster
New data from the recent Storyblok Global Speed-to-Market Benchmark Report reveals the biggest causes and costs of slow go-to-market (GTM) delivery today — with tech limitations at the center of the problem. The world has shifted gears in recent years, and the pace of change has accelerated beyond anything we’ve experienced before. Rapid advances in […]
Trump Wants to Be the Hero Vapers Don’t Really Need
In December of 2019, Mitch Zeller, who at the time ran the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products, got an urgent phone call from a fellow staffer at the agency. A few months earlier, President Donald Trump and his administration had vowed to take e-cigarettes in every flavor except tobacco off the market to quash a […]
Don’t buy these 8 popular IKEA products until you’ve tried 3D printing them first
You’re probably not going to 3D print your next sofa or dining table (even though somebody out there has probably tried), so a trip to IKEA might be the right choice. But what about those smaller, modular, expandable items that end up in your cart every time you visit? Here are some items you might […]
Can A 300,000-Influencer Network Built On AI-Generated Content Work?
When Unilever CEO Fernando Fernández stood before investors and declared that the era of expensive corporate brand advertising was over, calling traditional TV-heavy campaigns “lazy marketing,” the shockwave through the agency world was immediate. Half of Unilever’s massive global advertising budget would shift to a “social-first” strategy. Creator collaborations would scale by 20 times. The […]
Amazon Memorial Day patio and garden scores under $50 — 15 affordable finds to transform your outdoor space
Memorial Day sales are on, and it’s the best time of year to refresh your outdoor space with a bunch of affordable finds. Amazon is offering up to 50% off gardening tools, patio furniture and outdoor storage, and I’ve scoured the sale to find the best options that look expensive — but aren’t. Whether you’re […]
Exclusive: Our gardening experts are answering your lawn care and yard questions live right now — ask them anything
Refresh 2026-05-20T11:28:06.773Z Memorial weekend yard improvements, anyone? (Image credit: Getty Images) Hello everyone, Ella here, engagement editor at Tom’s Guide and massive gardening geek! In case you missed our announcement article earlier in the week, today we’re running this session to help you with your lawn and gardening questions. If you’re planning a Memorial Day […]