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For a comprehensive list of local hotspots, Yelp is the gold standard, no matter where you are in the world. The Yelp app uses your phone’s GPS to locate restaurants, cafes, bars, and other businesses, such as stores and museums near you. Though you’ll need an Internet connection to browse Yelp’s reviews. You should be able to use your GPS without racking up any charges. English speakers mainly use Yelp; you can scour reviews for info on whether an establishment is tourist-friendly....

Now, think about what your phone knows. No wonder you get that horrible sinking feeling when you can’t find it. Here’s how to find a lost phone, even when the battery is dead. But what if your phone, tablet, or laptop is lost for good? Don’t let everything stored there fall into the wrong hands. Here’s how to wipe all that personal info from anywhere. Remember, you need to set this up ahead of time Imagine traveling, and your phone or computer is nowhere to be found....

This time around, it’s a bit different. The year 2020 represents more than just a turn of the calendar, it is the move into a new decade — one filled with ever-advancing technology and endless possibilities. Does streaming TV spell the end for cable? Tap or click to hear what analysts predict for cable and satellite companies next year. An area that will continue to change and grow is that of streaming services....

The weather was nice – no rain and not much wind according to the excellent Apple Weather app – so I decided to put it to the test. Also: The best drones: Which flying camera is right for you? I grabbed my DJI Mini 3 Pro and headed out to take some video of the South Stack lighthouse, situated off the coast of Anglesey, North Wales, UK. By the time I got to the location I was limited on time so only had about 20 minutes of flight before it got a bit too dark....

Even the pros are tricked by ransomware. Just look at the Colonial Pipeline attack. After hackers took control of one of the biggest gas pipelines in the country, the company paid $5 million to get its systems back up and running. Your best defense against ransomware is backing up your valuable data. Even if a criminal gets into your system, you can rest easy knowing you already have your precious photos, family videos, important business documents and everything else securely backed up in a place you can access them any time....

Then on July 15, along came Xiaomi and turned everything totally on its head. That was the day the company launched the Mi 3. Yes, it was slightly long in the truth, having been launched in China in 2013, but make no mistake about it, the specs were still flagship level – the Mi 3 came with a 5.0-inch full HD display and was powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor with 2 GB RAM, 16 GB storage (non-expandable), a 13....

The fourth version of the TDL rootkit family (TDL4) is the first reliable and widely spread bootkit to target x64 operating systems (Windows Vista and Windows 7). Since TDL4 started to spread actively in August 2010, several versions of the malware have been released. By comparison with its predecessors, TDL4 is not just characterized by modification of existing code, but to all intents and purposes can be regarded as new malware....

While Black Friday and Cyber Monday are done and dusted, there are still plenty of deals on the latest handsets, including that of Apple, Samsung, Google, and more that are worth your consideration. If you missed out on the initial wave of promotions, look to these remaining offers to save hundreds on some of the best smartphones. Holiday smartphone deals Here are the latest deals we’ve found since the page was last updated....

Various manufacturers, including many from China and Korea, have compelling products that are becoming more popular as we reach smartphone saturation. We also now see Samsung, Google, and Apple offering more affordable options with all three bringing in models that support 5G cellular connectivity. In particular, Google is committed to bringing its advanced camera software technology to mid-range phones. Camera performance was a major differentiator between flagships and mid-range phones over the past couple of years, but even today’s affordable phones can help you capture decent photos to share with family and friends or selfies for social media....

If you think you’re getting something for free, there’s always a catch. This also applies to VPN services. But instead of paying for a few extra drinks, free VPN services could end up putting your personal privacy at risk. At the very least, free VPNs often have such strong limitations that even when they are offered by a reputable company, they aren’t very useful. If you’re looking for a more reliable option, consider our handpicked list of the best VPNs instead....

A video played at the event which showed the robot performing basic tasks such as carrying packages around an office and watering a plant. Optimus is being designed to be a capable robot that can be manufactured in high volumes – millions of units, according to Musk. Second, Tesla brought out a prototype that was fully assembled and resembled what the potential final unit would look like. This prototype looked more like what was advertised at last year’s event with a sleek and futuristic design....

Small businesses that don’t accept card payments are potentially missing out on additional revenue. For many, the fears of card compliance, customer data protection, and expensive card processing fees are well-founded. Fortunately, there are a variety of best credit card readers for small business that are affordable, scalable, and simple to set up. They take care of most of the issues that may be holding you back from accepting credit and debit cards so you can focus on selling your product to the largest market possible....

First, though, you need to find the best compact camera for your needs. Will you be using it for vlogging? Do you need a camera to take photos while you travel? Or, do you want special features like zoom and filters built right in? That is where ZDNET comes in. We have scoured the market to find the best compact cameras available so you can get to photographing. More: The 6 best cameras: Up your photography gameWhat is a DSLR camera and which are the best?...

For most people, the best credit cards for bad credit are secured credit cards. A low credit score indicates high credit risk, so the cash deposit you put down guarantees the credit line which lowers the issuer’s risk level. However unsecured cards also exist for consumers with bad credit. In exchange for the credit line, they tend to offset their risk level by adding fees. Each of the credit cards below have flexible credit requirements so you don’t need a good credit score to qualify....

Also: The best Cyber Monday 2022 deals still available under $30 ZDNET editors have been tracking the best Cyber Monday 2022 sales, right here. If you like to save money, bookmark this page and be sure to come back for discounts. At the top, you’ll see the latest Cyber Monday deals we could still find. Further down the page, rather than focus on the latest deals, we’ve sorted the best Cyber Monday deals into categories....

As a gamer who loves a good Netflix show, I care about the quality of my TV. With that in mind, I rounded up the best 50-inch TVs that I would personally purchase and use in my own home. Also: Best 4K TVs In this versatile list, I handpicked each TV to find an option for everyone – whether you want the best budget device or the best TV for gaming....

You can stop that, at least to some extent. Tap or click for settings to change on your television to stop this privacy invasion. With your privacy bases covered, consider your health. Here are a few tips to minimize eye strain, neck strain and eye fatigue. 1. Lighting matters “You’re going to ruin your eyes!” We all heard that as kids sitting in front of the TV, right? Watching TV probably won’t cause lasting vision damage, but it might strain your eyes....

Although WhatsApp recently introduced a new privacy feature – fingerprint lock to protect chats, yet it wasn’t convincing enough to stop looking at privacy rich messaging app. When it comes to privacy, Telegram seems to be the only best choice. Compared to other instant messaging apps, Telegram offers more privacy features such as passcode lock, self-destructing messages, etc. Apart from that, Telegram has every feature that you find on WhatsApp....

And yet, we’re always looking for the best deal we can find for a better phone, with new processing power, storage upgrades, camera improvements, and connectivity to entice us into upgrading our devices. You may have seen AT&T’s commercials that tout how the carrier doesn’t differentiate who qualifies for which deal based on whether you’re an existing customer or not. And it’s true! The deals below apply to all customers, new and old alike, and we’ve broken down the fine print so you can shop with confidence....

Pros: No annual feeCompetitive rewardsRobust manager controls Cons: Once your order ships, you’ll receive payment terms and a due date. You can pay your invoices via Automated Clearing House (ACH), wire transfer, or check. Pros: Increased payment flexibility and controlExtended payment terms of 45-60 days available for Business Prime accountsAvailable to small, medium, and enterprise accounts Cons: Pros: Cons: Factors we considered when choosing these products include: How easy it is to applyInterest and feesRewardsPayment terms...