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The Zorin OS 17.1 default desktop layout can easily be switched between a number of layouts. Jack Wallen/ZDNETZDNET's key takeawaysZorin OS 17.1 is available now for free.It's the easiest Linux distribution to use for installing and using Windows apps, and it offers multiple desktop layouts and plenty of pre-installed apps to get you productive out of the box. It would be nice if the Windows App Support software was installed by default.Linux has tons of apps, most of which are free. From nearly every Linux OS app…

The smartphone landscape has just witnessed a massive shift with the launch of the OPPO F25 Pro 5G in India. This device is not merely another entry into the competitive market; it represents OPPO's strong commitment to innovation and style. With groundbreaking and segment-leading features, the OPPO F25 Pro 5G has definitely become the must-have smartphone under INR. 25,000 this season. This article takes a closer look at the wide range of features that make the OPPO F25 Pro 5G stand out, exploring its impressive camera…

The built-in Weather app on your iPhone works just fine. In fact, I feel as if it’s become more and more accurate over the years. But too often I find its forecasts aren’t perfect – especially where rain is concerned – and the experience isn’t always the most intuitive either. Particularly when I’m looking ahead, it can be difficult to quickly move between different locations when I’m travelling, too.There are lots of weather apps that can bring you a better-to-use and nicer-looking experience, but it’s not always easy…

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Bluetti AC70 power station. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETZDNET's key takeawaysBluetti AC70 is currently available from Amazon for $499, a portable power station that won't break the bank or your back. The pack has enough power to easily handle energy-intensive devices, such as hairdryers, electric kettles, and heaters. View at AmazonThe AC70 passed all my tests with flying colors. It's a well-made, well-engineered unit that delivers exactly what it promises.I am particularly impressed by the device's design for…

With watchOS 10.4 expected to launch in early March, Apple continues its testing cycle with beta 3. While watchOS 10.3 was a minor update, this one has some interesting new features that users should be looking forward to trying.The first of them is the addition of over 100 new emojis. Although the new figures include a lime, shaking heads, a phoenix, and four new gender-neutral family emojis intended to be represented via silhouettes, skin tone modifiers, and gender variants represent the majority of new…

The upcoming April 8 total solar eclipse will be the last total solar eclipse that the U.S. will see until 2045, making it quite an event for skywatchers. However, those planning to view the eclipse in person will want to invest in some must-have eclipse gear. Otherwise, you could end up endangering yourself. Here’s what you need.Eclipse glassesThe sun is a very bright and dangerous object to look at without taking the proper precautions. As such, viewing it during an eclipse can be terrifyingly damaging to your…

Image: LegoIn 1999, Star Wars changed the world all over again with the start of the prequel trilogy in The Phantom Menace—and changed the toy world all over again too. Not just with its own action figures though: 1999 saw Lego reveal its very first licensed subset in Lego Star Wars, and has been pillaging our savings with awesome toys ever since. So, to mark the 25th birthday of it all, the company is... well, pillaging those savings all over again.Today Lego confirmed the first details for a wave of special 25th…

Despite launching on last-gen hardware, The Last of Us Part 2 remains one of the most visually impressive games ever released - to the point that it puts many of the latest blockbusters to shame. With incredible performances by its cast, a powerful narrative, and action so tense you'll need a surgeon to remove the controller from your grip, it's fair to say that The Last of Us Part 2 will go down as one of the all time greats. It makes you wonder why exactly Sony felt the need to remaster it, especially when the original…

Top productivity apps for 2024: In the quest for enhanced productivity, the right tools can make all the difference. Personalising your approach to productivity is essential, as what works for one person may not suit another. In the ever-expanding landscape of productivity apps, pinpointing the right ones for your needs is crucial. So, from Slack, Forest to MindMeister, here are 5 top notch productivity apps to power through your tasks in 2024:1. SlackEfficient team communication is at the core of productivity, and Slack…