I let a smart planter maintain itself while I was away for 2 months - here's the result
2026-04-05T08:52:09Z•2230e05c78d8c311bf48a85d9b722831140d3e2bd05cb1854964938a3471b438
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What happened
A ZDNet roundup of consumer tech pieces (early April 2026) covering product reviews, how-tos, privacy tips and safety advice. Highlights include a hands-on review of the LeafyPod smart planter, instructions for clearing Android cache, safety guidance on what not to plug into extension cords, router antenna positioning for better Wi‑Fi, analysis of virtual RAM vs. physical memory, an FTC report on a $220M job‑scam surge with vetting tips, OLED TV and monitor reviews, a PrivacyBee alternative for data removal, Apple Music AI playlist testing, Google Meet support for CarPlay, comparisons of wear‑
Why it matters
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- 2230e05c78d8c311bf48a85d9b722831140d3e2bd05cb1854964938a3471b438
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- 2026-04-05T08:52:09Z
- AI-assisted enrichment
- Yes
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