vRealize Infrastructure Navigator (VIN) for VMware

vRealize Infrastructure Navigator (VIN) for VMware

vRealize Infrastructure Navigator (VIN) is part of the VMware environment. It creates a virtual sphere where applications run through automation and intelligence software. The advanced VMware vRealize Infrastructure Navigator improves software efficiency and decreases downtime. The last known release of vRealize Infrastructure Navigator was 5.8.7. It was released with the vCenter Operations Management Suite. VMware has…

I changed these 6 settings on my iPad to significantly improve its battery life

I changed these 6 settings on my iPad to significantly improve its battery life

Maria Diaz/ZDNET As an avid iPad user, I’m all too familiar with the internal struggles that course through me when the battery is about to die. I love using either the iPad 11 or iPad Air to write and work, but I also use it to stream content, play games, and browse the internet after…

I compared the best headphones from Apple, Sony, Bose, and Sonos: Here’s how the AirPods Max wins

I compared the best headphones from Apple, Sony, Bose, and Sonos: Here’s how the AirPods Max wins

Jada Jones/ZDNET In the past few years, Bose, Sony, Sonos, and Beats have released premium headphones to compete with each other and Apple’s AirPods Max.  I’ve worn all of the AirPods Max’s top competitors, and they each excel in different categories. But for an older dog in this fight, the AirPods Max are still kicking….

8 settings to change on your Google Pixel phone for significantly better battery life

8 settings to change on your Google Pixel phone for significantly better battery life

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Pixel phones have an excellent reputation for smart software, but battery life has been a common complaint with Google’s smartphones. Thankfully, that same smart software is now improving battery life and longevity, though many features aren’t set up for maximum endurance out of the box. I’ve found that a handful of features can…

The Bluetooth tracker I trust more than AirTags – whether you use iPhone or Android

The Bluetooth tracker I trust more than AirTags – whether you use iPhone or Android

ZDNET’s key takeaways The finder tag is equipped with a rechargeable battery, so you won’t have to throw away old button cells It features a bright LED for finding things in low light. The tag is on the pricier side. I have a habit of putting things down and forgetting where I put them, so…

Should you upgrade to mesh? I compared it with a traditional Wi-Fi router, and here’s my advice

Should you upgrade to mesh? I compared it with a traditional Wi-Fi router, and here’s my advice

Maria Diaz/ZDNET With the adoption of remote and hybrid working, having a reliable internet connection at home is imperative — not just for one device, but for several. If you have a family, maybe even dozens. So what’s better, one single access point, or a mesh network spread about the home? The answer depends on how your home…

How to get your share of AT&T’s $177M data breach settlement – secure that $7,500 payout ASAP

How to get your share of AT&T’s $177M data breach settlement – secure that $7,500 payout ASAP

SOPA Images / Contributor / Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways AT&T’s $177 million settlement is for data breaches in 2019 and 2024. Claim up to $5,000 (first breach) and $2,500 (Snowflake hack), or both. File claim by Nov. 18, 2025, either online or by mail. If you’re a current or former AT&T customer, here’s some…

Have stock questions? Google Finance tests new AI chatbot

Have stock questions? Google Finance tests new AI chatbot

panithan pholpanichrassamee ZDNET’s key takeaways: Google Finance is getting an AI upgrade, including a chatbot. The upgrade comes with a live news feed, plus other features. It will roll out to US users in the coming weeks. You’ll soon be able to ask Google Finance all your money questions via a new AI chatbot, the…

My biggest regret after updating my iPhone to iOS 26 (and how to fix it)

My biggest regret after updating my iPhone to iOS 26 (and how to fix it)

Kerry Wan/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways iOS 26 introduces a new gesture behavior to the iPhone camera switcher. This shift in app navigation has caused frustration among pros and casual users. On the latest dev beta, Apple has added a toggle to revert the behavior to the original. While many would say that the public development…

Canonical’s OpenJDK builds promise Java devs more speed – and a whopping 12 years of security support

Canonical’s OpenJDK builds promise Java devs more speed – and a whopping 12 years of security support

Liz Leyden/Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways With Ubuntu Pro, Canonical’s OpenJDK build includes 12 years of support. ‘Chiseled’ builds are faster, more secure than other OpenJDK builds.  Canonical is aligning Ubuntu’s and OpenJDK’s release cadences. Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu Linux, has announced the introduction of its own certified OpenJDK builds. With 90% of Fortune…