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Be sure to check what fees may apply so that there are no surprises when you go to check out.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EConvenience\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Extra features like online check-ins, reservation changes, and even skipping the line when it comes time to manage your vehicle. \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPrice is always a concern, as well, so be sure to carefully review the agreement to ensure that you understand all stipulations for rental.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these car rental services?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen you need to rent a vehicle, you can use a car rental service and app to make and confirm your reservation. You simply sign up for an account and then follow the steps to make your reservation. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you cannot find a location near you, an app can often help with directions, as well as providing other detailed information like rental history and fee receipts with customer service available to help.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How does a car rental service and app work?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere are many types of additional fees that may be assessed to your account. These can include toll highways and roadways, as well as any parking tickets or violations you may incur. You may also be charged for an extra tank of gas if you return the vehicle without refueling first. Ask your car rental service or look within the app to find the best service for your needs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What car rental fees will I pay with a car rental service and app?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best car rental apps are free, but you will have to pay a car rental service for the rental of a vehicle. The cost of a car rental can vary significantly, depending on factors like the make, model, year, and mileage on the vehicle. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How much does a car rental service and app cost?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1555caca-a976-4e78-b5df-4435662a7042\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile searching for the best car rental services, we found several other options that may be worth your consideration.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternatives worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"28441582-23dd-4546-af61-2b8e1e55684d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Avis: An excellent car rental service and app for discounts\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Avis app review | Best car rental service","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"649c277b-1f91-4fe7-b9cc-13be5aa9d149","filename":"avis-app-review-best-car-rental-service.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F19\u002F649c277b-1f91-4fe7-b9cc-13be5aa9d149\u002Favis-app-review-best-car-rental-service.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-19 17:39:52","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"649c277b-1f91-4fe7-b9cc-13be5aa9d149","imageFilename":"avis-app-review-best-car-rental-service.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F08\u002F19"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.avis.com\u002Fen\u002Favis-app\" data-offerprice=\"0\" data-offermerchant=\"Avis\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"d62596ba-9187-470b-8587-aa0f2bc73c1e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"National Car Rental: Best car rental service and app for skipping fees\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"National Car Rental app review | Best car rental service","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"c388a9de-5c32-488a-94fb-9ab2262b2584","filename":"national-car-rental-app-review-best-car-rental-service.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F19\u002Fc388a9de-5c32-488a-94fb-9ab2262b2584\u002Fnational-car-rental-app-review-best-car-rental-service.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-19 17:40:06","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"c388a9de-5c32-488a-94fb-9ab2262b2584","imageFilename":"national-car-rental-app-review-best-car-rental-service.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F08\u002F19"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nationalcar.com\u002Fen\u002Femerald-club\u002Fnational-mobile-app.html\" data-offerprice=\"0\" data-offermerchant=\"National Car Rental\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"acf88d91-0ba5-4057-93b1-59b28dcfcc58\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Sixt: A solution for a long-term car rental service and app\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Sixt app review | Best car rental service","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"5e41f70c-498b-45e0-ae25-8e26f13f7529","filename":"sixt-app-review-best-car-rental-service.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F19\u002F5e41f70c-498b-45e0-ae25-8e26f13f7529\u002Fsixt-app-review-best-car-rental-service.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-19 17:40:19","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"5e41f70c-498b-45e0-ae25-8e26f13f7529","imageFilename":"sixt-app-review-best-car-rental-service.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F08\u002F19"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.sixt.com\u002Fapp\u002F#\u002F\" data-offerprice=\"0\" data-offermerchant=\"Sixt\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBefore you hit the road, be sure to check out our picks for the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-travel-tech\u002F\"\u003Ebest travel tech gadgets\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-mobile-travel-tech\u002F\"\u003Ebest mobile tech\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-travel-credit-card\u002F\"\u003Ebest travel credit cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to get you where you need to go! 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data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBefore your next trip, be sure to also check out our picks for the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-trip-planner-app\u002F\"\u003Ebest trip planner apps\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-mobile-travel-tech\u002F\"\u003Ebest mobile tech\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-travel-credit-card\u002F\"\u003Ebest travel credit cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-09-05 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It's impossible to get comfy. Finally fed up with that reality, I set out to find the best travel pillow. I researched and judged them based on value, construction, and user reviews to determine a No. 1 pick and other honorable mentions. The Trtl Pillow is my top choice, but here's how it compares to the others.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"4a4e471a-0177-417d-8f43-a8aff9a21654",image:{id:"e99698cf-da3b-4d0d-b3a9-95bb3eb2873f",filename:"trtl-pillow-review-best-travel-pillow.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-09-05 03:14:40",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Placeholder product image alt text",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003EAlso, notice the image file name is descriptive. Please don't upload images that have \"screenshot\" or \"image\" or something unknown in the file name. 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Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EOver the past few years, drones have gone from niche and expensive to mainstream and affordable -- thanks, in part, to companies such as DJI. And along with the increase in popularity of drones, there's been a corresponding increase in the number of accessories you can buy for your drone. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHaving spent a lot of time using and testing drone accessories, I'm here to tell you that most of them are pointless and unnecessary. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEverything from mounts for GoPro cameras to floats that supposedly allow you to take off and land from water (yeah, right, your drone will get soaked from the spray) to parachutes. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou'll buy them, lug them around with you, and ultimately never use them (or, worse still, you'll use them once, and they'll result in drone damage). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn my experience, there are only three accessories that make a real difference for the drone pilot, whether recreational or commercial. These are the things that I use all the time and contribute to making my flying more enjoyable if I'm flying recreationally, or productive if I'm flying commercially. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c14d6afc-c92e-4e63-917d-1298ac1983be\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EYou'd think that a big buzzing thing with lights on each corner and spinning props would be easy to see, but every drone I own turns into a hazy blur when in the sky. And those LEDs on the corners do little to help.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe solution -- attach a strobe to the top. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis helps you maintain VLOS (Visual Line Of Sight) with your drone, which is a requirement in many countries. It's also a handy safety feature because making something that has four spinning blades easier to see is never a bad thing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are a lot out there and I tend to use the \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FULANZI-DR-01-Anti-Collision-Lighting-Universal\u002Fdp\u002FB07YV6T8C7?tag=zdnet-deals-20"\u003EUlanzi DR-01\u003C\u002Fa\u003E strobe for larger drones such as the \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB08Z3DYBMC\u002Fref=twister_B092RYKBTR?tag=zdnet-deals-20"\u003EDJI Air 2S\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and the smaller and lighter \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FCompatible-Inspire-Adjustable-Anti-Collision-Charging\u002Fdp\u002FB08H8M55MN?tag=zdnet-deals-20"\u003EUlanzi DR-02\u003C\u002Fa\u003E strobe for drones such as the \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Fly-More-Combo\u002Fdp\u002FB08JGX61H7?tag=zdnet-deals-20"\u003EDJI Mini 2\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. 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Let me know!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these drone accessories?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c50d35e0-29f2-499f-9cfa-8c40e9fe9a34\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EZDNet \u003C\u002Fem\u003Ehas compared the best drones for photography and even for surveillance:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-photography-drone\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EBest photography drones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-surveillance-drone\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EBest surveillance drone\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELooking for more drone buying advice?&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere's my take on&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhich-consumer-drone-should-you-buy-september-2021\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Ewhich consumer drones are worth a look\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. I also recently shared&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fautel-evo-nano-plus-drone-review\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Emy first impressions of the Autel EVO Nano Plus\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. 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She is a financial expert who previously worked for Morgan Stanley and now specializes in all forms of insurance. Her work has also recently been published on sites like TIME, ADT, Fiscal Tiger, Bankrate, The Simple Dollar and Home Advisor, as well as many other websites and blogs around the world.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003ELuggage is expensive, whether you're shopping for a carry-on duffel or an oversized suitcase. When it's time to upgrade your luggage, it can feel overwhelming to see the price tag on each individual piece. That's why buying an entire luggage set can help save you both time and money. 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Hardshell luggage can be more reliable for longer or international flights, but soft-sided luggage can be more lightweight and durable depending on the fabric used.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESize:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;When you're traveling, there may be luggage size restrictions. Before your next trip, ensure that your chosen luggage set&nbsp;meets airline requirements, whether you're carrying on or checking bags.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMobility: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ELuggage wheels can make an enormous difference when navigating tight corners and narrow hallways. 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Typically, luggage sets have three pieces that include two suitcases and a carry-on bag, but be sure to check what each set includes before purchasing.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How many pieces are in a luggage set?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"51e9403a-0ec5-4985-ab54-51a9ca781565\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA luggage set can be a fantastic investment, because you purchase multiple suitcases at a discounted cost. Plus, the suitcases are often easy to store, with smaller pieces nesting inside the larger.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What are the benefits of a luggage set?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"7a009ace-0ab7-4e27-8a97-b295a4160383\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ELuggage can cost anywhere from less than $100 to several thousand, depending on the type and size you choose. The best luggage sets range in price from under $75 to above&nbsp;$500, depending on which set you choose.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How much do the best luggage sets cost?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"3d9e8db6-853a-4f5d-ac11-d9cbffc247bf\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere are plenty of luggage sets on the market right now that did not make our top five best list. 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She is a financial expert who previously worked for Morgan Stanley and now specializes in all forms of insurance. Her work has also recently been published on sites like TIME, ADT, Fiscal Tiger, Bankrate, The Simple Dollar and Home Advisor, as well as many other websites and blogs around the world.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EWhen my brother announced an Italian wedding, I knew it was time to get serious and find the right luggage. But first, I needed a carry-on to get me to his engagement party in Cape Cod. But not just any carry-on would do. I wanted a carry-on that would meet airline requirements and simplify my life during travel. I wanted the best carry-on today. This is what I found. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"bb784159-ed4b-425c-8cae-2e95ff2372a1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EOverall dimensions: 21.7" x 13.7" x 9"\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWeight: 8.1 lbs\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECapacity: 39.8 L\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETSA-approved: Yes\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EType of shell: Hard\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Away Carry On wins our pick for the best overall carry-on luggage with its lightweight build and affordability. Measuring about eight pounds, the Away Carry On is made of polycarbonate with a hard shell that delivers extra durability. The TSA-approved carry-on features 360-degree spinner wheels for easy movement, and at less than 22 inches, this carry-on meets requirements for most airlines, including JetBlue. There is a smaller capacity than others on our list, but an interior compression system and dual compartments ensure all of your luggage will fit and even includes a water-resistant laundry bag for your laundry. An extra-special feature is a built-in charger you will enjoy with those model. Included is an ejectable USB charger that will charge your phone up to four times before requiring a charge. 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The Platinum Elite is secured by a lifetime limited warranty.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESmooth operation\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EExcellent organization\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELifetime warranty\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMay not fulfill airline requirements when expanded\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo powerbank included\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Travelpro Platinum Elite 21-inch Expandable Spinner\" data-superlative=\"Best soft-side carry-on\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Travelpro Platinum Elite 21-inch Expandable Spinner suitcase review | Best carry-on luggage for travel","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"101b7e2f-bf17-4e03-b696-eb41689d07c7","title":"travelpro-platinum-elite-21-inch-eTravelpro Platinum Elite 21-inch Expandable Spinner suitcase review | Best carry-on luggage for travelxpandable-spin","filename":"travelpro-platinum-elite-21-inch-expandable-spinner-suitcase-review-best-carry-on-luggage-for-travel.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F21\u002F101b7e2f-bf17-4e03-b696-eb41689d07c7\u002Ftravelpro-platinum-elite-21-inch-expandable-spinner-suitcase-review-best-carry-on-luggage-for-travel.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":228495,"width":1296,"height":729,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-21 17:18:27","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-08-21 17:18:32","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":null,"alt":"Travelpro Platinum Elite 21-inch Expandable Spinner suitcase review | Best carry-on luggage for travel","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"101b7e2f-bf17-4e03-b696-eb41689d07c7","imageAltText":"Travelpro Platinum Elite 21-inch Expandable Spinner suitcase review | Best carry-on luggage for travel","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"travelpro-platinum-elite-21-inch-expandable-spinner-suitcase-review-best-carry-on-luggage-for-travel.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F08\u002F21","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":729,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Travelpro","offerPrice":"369.99","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Ftravelpro.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fplatinum%C2%AE-elite-21-expandable-carry-on-spinner","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Bloomingdales","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bloomingdales.com\u002Fshop\u002Fproduct\u002Ftravelpro-platinum-elite-29-expandable-spinner","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F23C7AC2B-6FD9-4760-8898-D23CCDD76B1E?ingress=2&visitId=acf400cf-17aa-4f5b-a19a-3057d098897c&ref_=ast_bln","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e6325392-30a6-4364-86f2-ae00e01f3ee5\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Away Carry On is our pick for the best carry-on luggage due to its lightweight, durable design and overall value. It is one of the more affordable pieces of carry-on luggage while refusing to sacrifice quality with its polycarbonate build and built-in USB charger.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere is a guide to compare the Away Carry On against other picks for the best carry-on luggage.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest carry-on luggage\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECost\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOverall dimensions\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAway Carry On\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$295.00\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E21.7" x 13.7" x 9"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E8.1 lbs\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmazonBasics 21-Inch Hardside Spinner\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$86.54\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E21.65" x 10.04" x 14.96"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7.34 lbs\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBriggs &amp; Riley Baseline Carry On Spinner\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$699.00\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20" x 14" x 7.88"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E10 lbs\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMonos Carry-On Plus\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$255.00\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E23" × 15" × 9.5"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7.38 lbs\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETravelpro Platinum Elite 21-inch Expandable Spinner\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$254.99\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E23.5" x 14.5" x 9"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7.72 lbs\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best carry-on luggage?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"0c725349-2121-4e19-804d-60961b9cd4f3\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere is no shortage of options to choose from when it comes to carry-on luggage, so we offer our expert suggestions based on our research to help you find the best carry-on luggage for travel.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this best carry-on luggage...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAway Carry On\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant customizable hard-shell luggage\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmazonBasics 21-Inch Hardside Spinner\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAre on a budget\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBriggs &amp; Riley Baseline Carry On Spinner\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant the best business carry-on&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMonos Carry-On Plus\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant an oversized carry-on\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETravelpro Platinum Elite 21-inch Expandable Spinner\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPrefer soft-side luggage\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right carry-on luggage for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f5bae5b6-5760-4b38-bb0f-8b5a6b4b08e4\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere are several factors we kept in mind as we chose the best carry-on luggage. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESize: Carry-on luggage is far from the same when it comes to size, and not all of them may meet airline requirements. We look for appropriately-sized carry-on luggage that will get to your seat that much faster.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EType: There are two main types of luggage: soft and hard shells. It is a matter of preference, but soft-sided luggage is often far more durable.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWheels: There is a big difference between two wheels and four, with spinners a bit easier to navigate in busy airports and narrow aisles. However, carry-on luggage with two wheels tends to be more durable.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWarranty: Many of the best carry-on luggage come with a warranty, whether it is ten years or for a lifetime. Be sure to check what requirements and limitations surround your warranty, so you understand what comes with your purchase. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBefore you settle on the best carry-on luggage for your travel needs, be sure to carefully review the specs so you can be sure they will work for you.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these carry-on luggage options?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"618aec79-99d9-46ab-a52e-b594cca5f280\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA carry-on bag is a smaller bag designed to accommodate onboard airline or train size restrictions. It typically has a handle and wheels for easy navigation, but the exact size and design can vary from one model to the next.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is carry-on luggage?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"76414048-2628-4211-be72-36990bf5d449\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA carry-on bag is generally around 20" to 22" and around 8 pounds. However, some of the best carry-on luggage strays from these sizes, offering more or less space. Be sure to check the \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aa.com\u002Fi18n\u002Ftravel-info\u002Fbaggage\u002Fcarry-on-baggage.jsp"\u003Eairline requirements\u003C\u002Fa\u003E before you buy so you do not risk paying for checked luggage.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is considered carry-on luggage?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"5bd99459-9f59-4e72-b654-fad16d2c564e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe cost of carry-on luggage can vary significantly as seen on our list of best carry-on luggage. These picks range in price from less than $100 to more than $700, depending on which you choose.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How much does carry-on luggage cost?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"715e30ef-ea89-439b-ba1e-10c043cbdbdb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIn our search, we found many different types of carry-on luggage that could also work for your next trip.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is there alternative carry-on luggage worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"397e2ccf-59f9-47c0-bdd1-4ccff9fcdb5c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"CALPAK Ambeur Carry-On Luggage: A pick for best stylish carry-on\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"CALPAK Ambeur Carry-On Luggage suitcase review | Best carry-on 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\t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEllo Campy Water Bottle \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$18 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E18 oz \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E KeepCup Reusable Coffee Cup \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$26 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E12 oz \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFellow Carter Move Travel Mug \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$30 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E12-16 oz \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best travel mug?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"a93cb166-91df-45b1-b4cb-de4a651a5ddc\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EEven though we've narrowed down the field, you still may have a challenging time choosing a mug. Here are a few questions to ask yourself as you weigh your options: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWhat sort of heat retention do you need? You might be someone who drinks your coffee first thing in the morning, and heat retention isn't as important to you. On the other hand, you may travel in the cold weather or drink your coffee later in the day, and then you might want a mug that has excellent heat retention.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EWhere will you be bringing your coffee mug? Some people have their coffee mugs sitting safely in a cup holder or on their desk, while others like to throw it in their backpack to drink later. If you're going to be bringing your mug on the go, you'll want one that's leak-proof.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAre you okay with hand washing your mug? Several mugs on our list aren't dishwasher-safe, meaning you'll be hand washing them after each use. If you can't stand the idea of hand washing your coffee mug, be sure to choose one that can go in the dishwasher.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHow important is design? Some people are only concerned with function, while others want something that's also nice to look at. There's no right answer, but knowing which is important to you can help you narrow down your choices even more.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="9x2 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this travel mug...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYETI Rambler \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best overall option.&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHydro Flask \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA grab-and-go travel mug. \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZojirushi Stainless Mug \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA travel mug that keeps hot drinks hot for long periods. \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMiiR Travel Tumbler \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA commuter-friendly travel mug.&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EContigo West Loop \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA leakproof and spill-proof travel mug.&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEllo Campy Water Bottle \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA travel mug perfect for camping.&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E&nbsp;KeepCup Reusable Coffee Cup \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA one-cup travel mug.&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFellow Carter Move Travel Mug \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA travel mug that prevents spills.&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which travel mug is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"92d7f0a0-5aa0-4e60-bc97-5931c9550849\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWith so many travel mugs on the market, you may be wondering how we narrowed our list down to these options. First, we started by rounding up the most frequently purchased travel mugs on the market. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFrom there, we compared them based on factors like heat retention, design, whether they leak, and more. We also aimed to find products that brought something new to an already-crowded market. Did they have a unique selling point, or were they simply a knock-off of another popular brand?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUltimately, we aimed to find products that provide excellent quality with few downsides at a price point that's accessible to everyone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these travel mugs?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c70efc5a-b34a-4ab5-92a5-fa4a281bf7c9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ESome of the travel mugs on our list can go in the dishwasher, but some must be hand washed in order to maintain their heat retention or leak-proof features.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are travel mugs dishwasher safe?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e2553c21-6103-4388-9312-01eaf2a1b494\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ETravel mugs that are made of ceramic material are excellent at heat retention and keeping your coffee hotter for longer.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Do ceramic travel mugs keep coffee hot?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"780406a0-564b-441a-bf21-db68b66e5876\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere are hundreds of travel mugs on the market, so the right mug for you may not be on this list. 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It is also customizable to fit any preference and budget, a feature we cannot love enough.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo see how it stacks up, here is a look at the best electric bikes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest Electric Bike\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECost\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETop Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERange\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric Bike Company Model R\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$2,499.00+\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E28 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E150 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAriel Rider Grizzly\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$3,299.00\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E33 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E75 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAventon Sinch&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$1,799.00\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E40 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERide1Up Core 5\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$1,195.00\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E28 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E45 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESpecialized Turbo Tero 5.0\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$5,000.00\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E28 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENot available\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best electric bike?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"80df7db3-7b36-41e4-8d51-e856e0455f04\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAfter a while, all electric bikes can start to feel the same, so consider our expert recommendations to help you find the best electric bike for your needs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this best electric bike...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric Bike Company Model R\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA highly customizable bike with a smooth ride\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAriel Rider Grizzly\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn electric bike to take on all types of terrain\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAventon Sinch&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA storage-friendly option\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERide1Up Core 5\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn affordable everyday bike\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESpecialized Turbo Tero 5.0\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA great workout\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right electric bike for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c292861c-fb9f-4cb3-8489-5335bd2b124e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWe were fortunate enough to test these electric bikes ourselves. 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She is a financial expert who previously worked for Morgan Stanley and now specializes in all forms of insurance. Her work has also recently been published on sites like TIME, ADT, Fiscal Tiger, Bankrate, The Simple Dollar and Home Advisor, as well as many other websites and blogs around the world.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EIt's not just about electric bikes anymore. An electric scooter (often referred to as an e-scooter) has tons of benefits that can make owning one a breeze. It is easy to navigate, simple to park and store, and there is very little maintenance. They are a more environmentally-friendly way to travel, and you can have fun while you do it, too. Plus, they are more affordable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"dd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fdd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt is just a matter of finding the right one. I scoured the market, searching for the very best electric scooters based on factors like performance, build, and user reviews. Before you buy your new e-scooter, be sure to check out ZDNET's expert picks to help with your search.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-affordable-electric-cars\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best affordable EVs (and how the federal tax credit can save you $7,500)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"a9429180-dcc0-4f2a-b3ce-9b9c849e0099\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETech specs:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003EMaximum distance\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 12.5 miles | \u003Cstrong\u003EMaximum speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 15.5 mph | \u003Cstrong\u003ETires\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 8.5" Pneumatic | \u003Cstrong\u003EWeight limit\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 220 lbs\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe GoTrax GXL V2 is the overall best electric scooter, offering excellent performance at an affordable price. It has an aluminum alloy frame in a space-saving foldable design that includes shock-absorbing 8.5-inch tires. Also incorporated is a front electromagnetic brake with incorporated rear disc braking and LED headlights. The entire scooter uses a 36-volt lithium-ion battery and is IP54-rated for a water-resistant design, so there are no worries if you get caught in a summer storm.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith a 250-watt motor, there is a maximum speed of 15.5 miles per hour with a range of 12.5 miles. It recharges in just four hours, so you can easily charge up your scooter during the workday for your ride home. Check out the LED digital display for an easy control panel. Prepare for the Kick 2 Start, and you will be on your way.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, please be aware that this e-scooter is only appropriate for children over the age of 13 with a passenger weight limit of 220 pounds. 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This electric scooter not only has an LED display but also Bluetooth and mobile app connectivity. While you ride, choose from different ride options or hit cruise control. Front LED lights will help keep you safe during those later hours. The entire scooter is IPX5-rated for convenient water resistance.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere is an Anti-Lock braking system for extra reassurance, with 10-inch self-healing, self-sealing tires that have both front- and rear-wheel shock absorbers. The powerful 350-watt motor gives maximum speeds of up to 18.6 miles per hour with a 551Wh battery that gives an over a 40-mile range. Recharge in just six hours, and you will be on your way.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe foldable design offers extra convenience and has a weight limit of 220 pounds. A \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fstore.segway.com\u002Fmedia\u002Fwysiwyg\u002Fwarranty\u002Fkickscooter-warranty.pdf"\u003Ewarranty\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is included but varies, depending on the parts that require fixing.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max\" data-superlative=\"Best premium electric scooter\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Segway","imageData":{"id":"774bb234-0c36-4ba8-83f8-f544ebccb8de","title":"Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max","filename":"segway-ninebot-kickscooter-max.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F18\u002F774bb234-0c36-4ba8-83f8-f544ebccb8de\u002Fsegway-ninebot-kickscooter-max.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":163808,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-18 17:12:11","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-02-18 17:12:15","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":null,"alt":"Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"774bb234-0c36-4ba8-83f8-f544ebccb8de","imageAltText":"Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Segway","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"segway-ninebot-kickscooter-max.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F18","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Segway\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSegway-Electric-Scooter-Pneumatic-Suspension\u002Fdp\u002FB0BFG287NN?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"899.99","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSegway-Electric-Scooter-Pneumatic-Suspension\u002Fdp\u002FB0BFG287NN","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSegway-Electric-Scooter-Pneumatic-Suspension\u002Fdp\u002FB0BFG287NN?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Long range ~ Quality build ~ Tire self-healing technology\" data-dislike=\"~ Heavy ~ Pricey\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f4c331c3-de46-444d-ad62-7b2300b0da6b\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETech specs:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003EMaximum distance\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 28.5 miles | \u003Cstrong\u003EMaximum speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 15 mph | \u003Cstrong\u003ETires\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 7.5" Pneumatic | \u003Cstrong\u003EWeight limit\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 275 lbs\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Unagi Model One E500 is the biggest of Unagi's two e-scooters, available in your choice of five colors. It boasts dual 250-watt motors with an instant maximum power of 800 watts, and yet it is designed for ultimate portability with a lightweight carbon fiber frame and magnesium alloy handlebar. The 7.5-inch wheels are smaller than most but they contribute to the overall lightweight feel of this electric scooter. The electronic brakes are easy to manage, as are the maintenance-free rubber tires. The entire scooter is also water-resistant with an IP54 rating.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStill, it manages to pack a 350-watt motor with a 15.5-mile range with full charging in up to five hours. There are three different modes to choose from - Eco, Standard, and Pro - that allow you to reach up to 17 miles per hour. When you are done, enjoy one-click folding with a custom kickstand for easy storage.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKeep in mind that there is a weight limit of 275 pounds for this 28-pound electric scooter.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Unagi Model One E500\" data-superlative=\"Best lightweight electric scooter\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Unagi Model One E500","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Unagi","imageData":{"id":"3b168b73-ab0e-4713-a3b1-cc94c6870f2f","title":"Unagi Model One E500","filename":"unagi-model-one-e500.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F03\u002F08\u002F3b168b73-ab0e-4713-a3b1-cc94c6870f2f\u002Funagi-model-one-e500.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":335183,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-03-08 02:21:51","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-03-08 02:22:07","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Unagi","alt":"The Unagi Model One E500 is seen on display.","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"3b168b73-ab0e-4713-a3b1-cc94c6870f2f","imageAltText":"Unagi Model One E500","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Unagi","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"unagi-model-one-e500.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F03\u002F08","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Unagi\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FUNAGI-Model-One-E500-Electric\u002Fdp\u002FB08NF8XH7L?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"589.99","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FUNAGI-Model-One-E500-Electric\u002Fdp\u002FB08NF8XH7L","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FUNAGI-Model-One-E500-Electric\u002Fdp\u002FB08NF8XH7L?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Funagi-the-model-one-e500-dual-motor-ultralight-foldable-electric-scooter-w-15-5mi-max-operating-range-19mph-max-speed-matte-black%2F6418502.p%3FskuId%3D6418502&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Best Buy","offerPrice":"589.99","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Funagi-the-model-one-e500-dual-motor-ultralight-foldable-electric-scooter-w-15-5mi-max-operating-range-19mph-max-speed-matte-black\u002F6418502.p?skuId=6418502","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Funagi-the-model-one-e500-dual-motor-ultralight-foldable-electric-scooter-w-15-5mi-max-operating-range-19mph-max-speed-matte-black%2F6418502.p%3FskuId%3D6418502&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Lightweight build ~ Smooth ride ~ Good range\" data-dislike=\"~ Small tires ~ Mediocre brakes\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"7f003e36-aefa-4c15-8540-f4a8299425a6\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWith all its features and affordability, I love the GoTrax GXL V2 as the best electric scooter. It is affordable, easy to use, and offers decent speeds. To see how other options compare, this is an overview of all of the best electric scooters.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest electric scooter\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECost\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMaximum range\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMaximum speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoTrax GXL V2\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$379.99\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E12.5 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E15.5 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGlion Balto\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$599.00\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E17 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERazor E100\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$141.82\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E35 minutes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E10 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESegway Ninebot Kickscooter Max\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$899.99\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E40 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E18.6 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnagi Model One E500\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$589.99\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E28.5 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E15 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best electric scooter?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"5ab09190-f142-4030-85a7-2e22a9096959\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ETo help you choose the best electric scooter for you, these are ZDNET's expert recommendations.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this best electric scooter...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoTrax GXL V2\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best features at an affordable price\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGlion Balto\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll the features\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERazor E100\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA child-friendly electric scooter\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESegway Ninebot Kickscooter Max\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA splurge\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnagi Model One E500\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA lightweight electric scooter with excellent range\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the best electric scooter for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"70ba1c8b-0fb2-4767-a62e-065096f85f9f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIn choosing the best electric scooters, I consider a number of factors that may also be helpful to you in your search.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBuild\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: An electric scooter's build can determine user weight. A more lightweight frame may not be able to hold the same capacity as a heavier frame, so give consideration to an e-scooter's build and weight limit before purchasing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPortability\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Many of the best electric scooters feature a foldable design that makes them easier to store. If you are tight on space, consider a foldable electric scooter for a smaller footprint.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERange\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: If you plan on riding your electric scooter long distances, look for a model that offers a higher range. This means more riding time before you have to recharge your scooter.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELighting\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Not all e-scooters include lighting, so I give preference to those models that incorporate lighting like brake lights and headlights.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECost\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Budget is often a concern for shoppers, so I look for electric scooters that suit a number of different budgets, so you can find the best one for your needs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did I choose these best electric scooters?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8bcf3959-6185-429d-a43a-90b99e68cef5\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere are two main factors to keep in mind when choosing the best electric scooter for your needs: your weight and the scooter's weight. The electric scooter's weight is important because it will tell you not only how fast it will go but also how difficult it will be to maneuver. Additionally, you want to be sure that the e-scooter can accommodate your weight so I recommend checking the maximum load before you select the best electric scooter for your needs.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What weight factors should you consider when buying an electric scooter?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e9ec5449-9453-4fa7-9a26-72f5a019d367\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe maximum speed for electric scooters can vary significantly from model to model. The best electric scooters range in speed from 10 miles per hour for kids and almost 19 miles per hour for adults.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the average speed for the best electric scooters?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8bffca07-0b9a-4396-b599-91a8e56731bf\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EMost electric scooters on my list here have either a 250- or 350-watt motor which can produce a range of up to 40 miles, as with the Segway Ninebot Kickscooter Max. However, not all electric scooters can match that range; for example, the Glion Balto only has a range of 20 miles. Before you buy, consider how far you plan to travel so you can be sure to buy the best electric scooter for your specific needs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the average range for the best electric scooters?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"7fe3a1ba-faed-4b88-af48-57bf269b6f17\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe cost of e-scooters can run the gamut, depending on the manufacturer and features you choose. However, the best electric scooters range in price from around $140 for the children's best electric scooter to $900 for a more high-end option.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How much do the best electric scooters cost?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"627f4cf0-132a-4531-8e6f-370528eaa711\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThese best electric scooters are far from the only models available. These are some of the e-scooters that also caught my eye.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative best electric scooters worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"32c15332-c98d-4283-af4c-1bfa75a430ae\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Apollo City: Best electric scooter splurge\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Apollo City","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"b3b902a8-538a-4476-a8b4-00c82a04593c","filename":"apollo-city.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F18\u002Fb3b902a8-538a-4476-a8b4-00c82a04593c\u002Fapollo-city.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-18 17:15:54","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"b3b902a8-538a-4476-a8b4-00c82a04593c","imageFilename":"apollo-city.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F18"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fapolloscooters.co\u002Fproducts\u002Fapollo-city-2022 \" data-offerprice=\"1399\" data-offermerchant=\"Apolloscooters\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"a899eaec-94fd-446e-86bf-0a3b473be6ff\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Hiboy S2 Pro: Best electric scooter with a seat\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Hiboy S2 Pro","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"50de7fe8-5426-4e2e-8d71-e0ff6ce9f0f6","filename":"hiboy-s2-pro.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F18\u002F50de7fe8-5426-4e2e-8d71-e0ff6ce9f0f6\u002Fhiboy-s2-pro.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-18 17:16:22","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"50de7fe8-5426-4e2e-8d71-e0ff6ce9f0f6","imageFilename":"hiboy-s2-pro.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F18"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FHiboy-Electric-Scooter-Commuter-Optional\u002Fdp\u002FB086N23QBD?th=1 \" data-offerprice=\"532.99\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ae13b656-01fe-44c0-914b-63af2a5fe557\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"GoTrax XR Ultra: Best electric scooter value\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"007d752a-ce28-4dd0-82f9-c2077ad24064","filename":"gotrax-xr-ultra.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F18\u002F007d752a-ce28-4dd0-82f9-c2077ad24064\u002Fgotrax-xr-ultra.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-18 17:18:34","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"007d752a-ce28-4dd0-82f9-c2077ad24064","imageFilename":"gotrax-xr-ultra.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F18"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FGotrax-Electric-Pneumatic-Headlight-Aluminum\u002Fdp\u002FB0B5VHS3SD \" data-offerprice=\"400.49\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor other options, check out our picks for the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\"\u003Ebest electric bikes\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-office\u002Fbest-bike-desk\u002F\"\u003Ebest bike desks\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-peloton-alternative\u002F\"\u003Ebest Peloton alternatives\u003C\u002Fa\u003E!   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-03-08 02:43:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The GoTrax GXL V2 is my top pick for the best electric scooter based on performance, reliability, price, and real user reviews. But my other best electric scooter picks will have you cruising, too.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"6bd56663-cd26-4d3a-b678-bb6319158976",image:{id:"24062856-de86-4cc3-9d69-f3851ef81166",filename:"shutterstock-1467283565.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-11-04 19:52:26",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"hover-1-journey-scooter.png",credits:"Hover-1",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F11\u002F04\u002F24062856-de86-4cc3-9d69-f3851ef81166\u002Fshutterstock-1467283565.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:6720,height:4480,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"Top electric scooters compared: GoTrax, Razor, Segway, and more",section:b,slug:"best-electric-scooter",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The best electric scooters of 2023",topic:{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"81fcf152-44b9-45ff-8a25-04f5b2472176",slug:"yard-outdoors",name:"Yard & Outdoors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9841d7c0-1be2-42d4-963b-3d0c080290bc",slug:"tech",name:"Tech",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"a1897105-61bd-4610-abb3-4804906d4a9a",slug:"home-and-office",name:"Home & Office",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"af36937c-c95c-4bf0-9c02-831f70ad9a0c",slug:"best-lists",name:"Best Lists",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EA car battery charger is a tool you don't think you'll ever need to buy, until you do. And the best ones offer compatibility with a wide range of vehicle types as well as decent engine start, charging, and maintenance amperages and other features like battery reconditioning modes and alternator check functions. Some are even portable, allowing you to keep them in your trunk or backseat for roadside emergencies. And others still allow for semi-permanent installation via ring terminals, making them great options for fleet vehicles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E What is the best car battery charger right now? \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI chose the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"1c21a69f-5bf6-4309-9a8e-fc085a8e56fd\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-30-Amp-Automotive-Portable-Car-Battery-Charger-with-80-Amp-Engine-Start-and-Alternator-Check-DXAEC801B\u002F313553311\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-30-Amp-Automotive-Portable-Car-Battery-Charger-with-80-Amp-Engine-Start-and-Alternator-Check-DXAEC801B%2F313553311&subId1=subid_value\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DeWalt 30A\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E as the best car battery charger you can buy. It features a compact and lightweight design for easier storage when not in use as well as push-button controls and an alternator check function. You can keep reading below to find out more about the DeWalt 30A as well as my other top choices for the best car battery chargers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-portable-tire-inflator\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe 5 best portable tire inflators: Fix flats on the go\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Best car battery chargers of 2024 \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ac4869ea-8995-4fbe-8b17-a10f10a279cc\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDeWalt 30A charger features- Running:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 30A | \u003Cstrong\u003EEngine start:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 80A | \u003Cstrong\u003EMaintain:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 2A\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is an easy-to-use battery charger and jump starter that's perfect to keep in your garage for regular maintenance or emergency use. It features simple push-button controls for jump starting, charging, and checking your alternator. It even has a 120V outlet and USB port for charging mobile devices or powering small appliances.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI went hands-on with the DeWalt 30A charger, and it's an excellent addition to any garage toolkit. You can easily read your battery's voltage and charging status with the LCD screen -- no more squinting at confusing meters. The 80A engine start mode can start your car in about 60 secondsm, and there's a quick charge function for when you need to charge in a hurry. Verified reviews from Amazon and DeWalt agree that the 30 amp charger is simple to use with almost any vehicle, and is easy to store when not in use due to its compact and lightweight design.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"DeWalt 30A charger\" data-superlative=\"Best car battery charger overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A DeWalt 30A car battery charger resting on the engine of a Chevy Trailblazer and connected to the battery","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"e0c4d9d1-55d6-4644-b776-93357c518018","title":"dewalt-30a","filename":"dewalt-30a.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F03\u002Fe0c4d9d1-55d6-4644-b776-93357c518018\u002Fdewalt-30a.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":356759,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-04-03 15:44:54","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-04-03 15:45:24","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Taylor Clemons\u002FDeWalt\u002FZDNET","alt":"A DeWalt 30A car battery charger resting on the engine of a Chevy Trailblazer and connected to the battery","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"e0c4d9d1-55d6-4644-b776-93357c518018","imageAltText":"A DeWalt 30A car battery charger resting on the engine of a Chevy Trailblazer and connected to the battery","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dewalt-30a.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F04\u002F03","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Taylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-offer=\"{"id":"9801b890-edce-406e-adcc-c76805ec9534","slug":"dewalt-30-amp-automotive-bench-battery-charger-with-80-amp-engine-start-12v","label":"DeWALT 30 Amp Automotive Bench Battery Charger with 80 Amp Engine Start, 12V","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":null,"imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"9801b890-edce-406e-adcc-c76805ec9534","name":"DeWALT 30 Amp Automotive Bench Battery Charger with 80 Amp Engine Start, 12V","slug":"dewalt-30-amp-automotive-bench-battery-charger-with-80-amp-engine-start-12v","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1712283857329,"displayDate":"Thu Apr 04 2024 22:24:17 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-30-Amp-Automotive-Portable-Car-Battery-Charger-with-80-Amp-Engine-Start-and-Alternator-Check-DXAEC801B\u002F313553311","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDEWALT-DXAEC801B-Bench-Battery-Charger\u002Fdp\u002FB08DQLR3J6","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Alternator check ~ LCD screen ~ USB port and 120V outlet\" data-dislike=\"~ No internal battery ~ 6-foot power cable might be too short for some workshops\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"5b3a0965-7e8b-4224-ae9f-69f3f6e9d4f2\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBlack+Decker 6\u002F12V charger features - Running:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 1.5A | \u003Cstrong\u003EEngine start:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E N\u002FA | \u003Cstrong\u003EMaintain:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 0.5A\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKeeping up with regular battery maintenance doesn't mean you have to spend a fortune on fancy tools. This trickle charger from Black+Decker costs about $30, and it's perfect for both 6V and 12V batteries like those you'd find in lawn mowers, motorcycles, and most cars and trucks.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can connect it to the battery via clamps or rings for safe and secure charging, and a switch lets you quickly and easily select the battery type you want to charge. It also has LED indicator lights to warn you against reversed connections, which can be dangerous, and to let you know when the battery is finished charging. 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The backlit LCD screen makes it easy to see charging status, reversed connection warnings, and charging mode selections.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe push-button controls make it quick and easy to check battery voltage, test the alternator, jump start your car, or charge the battery. With the 15A quick charge mode, it took just over three hours to bring my old Chevy Cobalt's battery back to full after being drained by an interior light.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-portable-jump-starter\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EThe 5 best portable jump starters\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe unit also automatically switches from quick to trickle charging when the battery reaches full capacity to avoid overcharging that can cause damage. Verified customer reviews at Walmart agree that the Stanley 15A charger is easy to use on a variety of vehicle batteries with its options to choose between lithium ion and lead acid battery charging modes as well the longer alligator clip cables to make it easier to clamp onto oddly positioned terminals.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Stanley 15 amp charger\" data-superlative=\"Best mid-range car battery charger\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Stanley 15A car battery charger connected to the battery of an SUV","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Stanley\u002FTaylor Clemons\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"9946cd5e-e1f6-44e7-b099-edf412649163","title":"Stanley 15A charger","filename":"img-7960.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F03\u002F12\u002F9946cd5e-e1f6-44e7-b099-edf412649163\u002Fimg-7960.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":781649,"width":2048,"height":1152,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-03-12 16:16:46","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-03-12 16:17:16","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Stanley\u002FTaylor Clemons\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Stanley 15A car battery charger connected to the battery of an SUV","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"9946cd5e-e1f6-44e7-b099-edf412649163","imageAltText":"A Stanley 15A car battery charger connected to the battery of an SUV","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Stanley\u002FTaylor Clemons\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"img-7960.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F03\u002F12","imageWidth":2048,"imageHeight":1152,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Stanley\u002FTaylor Clemons\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSTANLEY-BC50BS-Automatic-Maintainer-Alternator\u002Fdp\u002FB07Q13H23F","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FSTANLEY-15-Amp-Automotive-Battery-Charger-with-50-Amp-Engine-Start-BC50BS-New\u002F749526811","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Engine start mode ~ Quick charge mode ~Alternator check\" data-dislike=\"~ Short clamp cords ~ Small power cord\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"11e0211c-6787-4599-ab87-29f2221a7991\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESchumacher DSR122 ProSeries features- Running:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 60A | \u003Cstrong\u003EEngine start:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 275A | \u003Cstrong\u003EMaintain:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 4A\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe ProSeries from Schumacher Electric is a battery charger meant for anyone who has heavy duty vehicles, like semi-trucks or diesel engine vehicles, or anyone who runs an automotive shop. 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It even has a memory saver mode to quickly reload computer settings after a battery is charged from zero or replaced.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe unit has a 17-foot power cable as well as wheels and a retractable handle to make it easy to maneuver around the shop and reach just about any vehicle bay.&nbsp; Verified customer reviews from The Home Depot all seem to agree that the DSR122 Pro Series is a great option for commercial garages or fleet vehicle maintenance due to its high peak amperage, fast charging modes, and flash reprogramming mode.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Schumacher Electric DSR122 ProSeries 275 amp charger\" data-superlative=\"Best heavy duty car battery charger\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Schumacher Electric DSR122 ProSeries car battery charger on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Schumacher Electric\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"c24c0201-e715-445b-9b89-1bce47b16596","title":"schumacher-dsr122","filename":"schumacher-dsr122.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F03\u002F11\u002Fc24c0201-e715-445b-9b89-1bce47b16596\u002Fschumacher-dsr122.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":83138,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-03-11 19:09:50","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-03-11 19:10:14","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Schumacher Electric\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Schumacher Electric DSR122 ProSeries car battery charger on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"c24c0201-e715-445b-9b89-1bce47b16596","imageAltText":"A Schumacher Electric DSR122 ProSeries car battery charger on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Schumacher Electric\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"schumacher-dsr122.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F03\u002F11","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Schumacher Electric\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSchumacher-DSR123-Fully-Automatic-Charger\u002Fdp\u002FB07CL5MG5L?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSchumacher-DSR123-Fully-Automatic-Charger\u002Fdp\u002FB07CL5MG5L","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSchumacher-DSR123-Fully-Automatic-Charger\u002Fdp\u002FB07CL5MG5L?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FSchumacher-Electric-DSR-Professional-Grade-12-Volt-275-Amp-Wheeled-Battery-Charger-Engine-Starter-with-Memory-Saver-DSR122\u002F305960167","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ 17-foot power cable ~ Flash reprogramming ~ Memory saver mode\" data-dislike=\"~Not ideal for smaller garages\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"6d4f84ac-ed46-4b56-b109-c0c9ac4c3e0d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEverstart Maxx 1200A portable charger\u002Fair compressor features - Running:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E N\u002FA | \u003Cstrong\u003EEngine start:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 1200A | \u003Cstrong\u003EMaintain:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E N\u002FA\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is another battery charger that I personally own, and I keep it in my car for roadside emergencies. Not only can it jumpstart your car and charge the battery, it also has a 500W power inverter for charging mobile devices and a 120 psi air compressor if you get a flat while you're out and about.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe built-in handle makes it easy to transport, and it's compact enough to keep in the trunk of my Trailblazer. It has a 120V outlet, 3 USB ports, push-button controls, and an easy-read LCD screen. The battery clamp cords are a bit on the short side, but since you don't need to keep the unit plugged into a wall to use, it's not much of an issue. 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This table illustrates key factors from each of the car battery chargers making our list: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x4 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest car battery charger\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest price\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPeak amps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPortable?\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt 30A charger \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$103\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E80 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBlack+Decker 6\u002F12V charger \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$30 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStanley 15A\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$55\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E50 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESchumacher Electric DSR122 ProSeries \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$550\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E275 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEverstart Maxx 1200A portable charger\u002Fair compressor \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$109 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1200 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best car battery charger?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"63c25deb-0279-40b0-9342-f1e0bc03aa9c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you want something to maintain your car or truck battery, choose a charger that is best suited for 12V batteries and is capable of at least 15 running amps. This way, you don't damage anything, and it won't take three days to charge your battery.&nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor larger vehicles, you want something with a higher running and engine start amperage, while smaller batteries like those found in lawn mowers and motorcycles require a charger that is suited for 6V units. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis buying tree can help you decide which car battery charger is right for you: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x2 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBuy this best car battery charger...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you need...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt 30A charger \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA well-rounded car battery charger. The DeWalt 30A charger is compatible with most gas and diesel engines for fast and convenient maintenance. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBlack+Decker 6\u002F12V charger \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA budget-friendly car battery charger. For $30, the Black+Decker 6\u002F12V charger offers jump starting, trickle charging, and semi-permanent installation for fleet vehicles. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStanley 15A\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA mid-range car battery charger. The Stanley 15A charger retails under $100, but offers plenty of features for more in-depth maintenance. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESchumacher Electric DSR122 ProSeries \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA heavy-duty car battery charger. The DSR122 ProSeries is made for commercial car shops and fleet vehicle maintenance, featuring very high peak amperage and durable construction. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEverstart Maxx 1200A portable charger\u002Fair compressor \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA portable car battery charger. Not only does the Everstart Maxx 1200A serve as a portable jump starter and battery charger, it also serves as a power bank for charging devices and an air compressor for tire inflation. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right car battery charger for me?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"0c2380fe-3800-4934-849d-51709ef393f6\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhether you're looking to upgrade your home garage toolkit or purchase your first car battery charger, there are a few key factors to keep in mind while shopping around:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E It's tempting to spring for a really expensive model because of good customer reviews or a quality brand name. It's also tempting to buy that ultra-cheap brand for a quick fix. But it's best to choose an option that offers the features you need for a decent price. That way you aren't paying for things you won't need, or spending extra to replace broken parts or units.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBattery compatibility:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Not all car battery chargers are created equal. Some are rated for typical cars, SUVs, and passenger trucks while others are more suited to smaller vehicles like boats, ATVs, and lawn equipment.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPortability:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Sometimes you need to charge your car battery while you're away from home. It's always a good idea to consider a portable charger\u002Fjumper for roadside emergencies.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing a car battery:\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"6b7a3c73-fc1d-4e1a-864f-c565d0ae4e5f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile testing and researching each car battery charger on this list, I and other ZDNET experts kept these criteria in mind:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDurability:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Car maintenance tools can face a lot of use and abuse around the garage or shop. Each model on this list has been vetted for durability against daily use in typical home settings.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBrand integrity:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Each car battery charger on this list was chosen from a reputable brand with verified customer service options for returns, exchanges, and refunds.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMulti-purpose:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Not everyone has the space in their garage to maintain an entire arsenal of testing tools. Several car battery chargers we chose for this list also feature other functions like an alternator check, trickle charging, and battery reconditioning.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhow-to-build-a-winter-emergency-kit\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EHow to build a winter emergency kit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these car battery chargers?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"a798ff26-e524-40f8-af56-ef45ab97055a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt all depends on the running amperage of your charger and the amp hours rating of your car battery. The average car battery has a rating of 70 amp hours, so if you have a charger capable of 10 running amps, it'll take about 7 hours to bring a battery back to full if it was run down completely. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best way to figure out charging time is to divide your battery's amp hour rating by the running amp rating of your charger (70ah\u002F10amp = 7 hours).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How long does it take to charge a car battery with a charger?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"70ebcacf-ba38-485c-af2d-2d859e145df0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt takes about a week of sitting idle for a car battery to drain down to the point where it won't start the engine. If you work from home, or just generally don't drive that much, you should start your car once a week and let it run for 5-10 minutes to maintain the battery as well as circulate engine oil to prevent clogging. Remember to always run your vehicle outdoors or with your garage door all the way open so you don't accidentally suffocate or give yourself carbon monoxide poisoning.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EExtreme temperatures can also drain your battery, including high heat in the summer and frigid nights in the winter. 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It was the most capable car vacuum we tested, with plenty of power for vacuuming wet and dry and it even has the ability to blow. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable class="NOTSELECTED"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECar vacuum\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECordless\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPower rating\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWatts\u002FAir Watts\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBattery\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECharge time\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EArmor All AA255 Wet\u002FDry Vacuum Cleaner \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$50\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✘ \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E120V \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7.0 lbs \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E95W \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EN\u002FA \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EN\u002FA \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBISSELL AeroSlim Lithium-Ion Cordless Handheld Vacuum \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$41\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✔ \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7.4V \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.37 lbs \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENot available \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E12 minutes \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2.5 - 3.5 hrs \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBlack and Decker Max Lithium Pivot BDH2000PL Vacuum Cleaner \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$75\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✔ \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20V \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E3.0 lbs \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E35AW \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E10-12 minutes \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E4 hours \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHotor Portable Car Vacuum&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$28\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✘ \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E12V \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2.44 lbs \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E106W \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EN\u002FA \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EN\u002FA \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThisWorx Portable Car Vacuum Cleaner&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$15\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✘ \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E12V \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2.4 lbs \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E110W \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EN\u002FA \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EN\u002FA \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVaclife Cordless Handheld Vacuum with High Power \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$45\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✔ \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E16V \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2.55 lbs \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E15.2W \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E20 minutes \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2.5 - 3 hours \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best car vacuum?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"6b1ceb6c-8fee-45c6-913c-9dcbf3d75378\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile any of these car vacuums are great options, it ultimately comes down to what size you want, how much you'd like it to weigh, how much power it has, and what price you're willing to spend. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this car vacuum...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhen you want...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EArmor All AA255 Wet\u002FDry Vacuum Cleaner \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESerious power for big jobs \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBISSELL AeroSlim Lithium-Ion Cordless Handheld Vacuum \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDetailed jobs, like pet hair or debris \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBlack and Decker Max Lithium Pivot BDH2000PL Vacuum Cleaner \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPowerful suction \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHotor Portable Car Vacuum&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen you prefer a wire over constant charging \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThisWorx Portable Car Vacuum Cleaner&nbsp; \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA great buy that is corded \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd spellcheck="false"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVaclife Cordless Handheld Vacuum with High Power \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMore time in between charging sessions \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which car vacuum is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"a6f76866-b8cf-44f1-b08d-a2feab12b08a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen searching for the best portable car vacuums, there are a few different factors to consider that can help you make the best decision for your car.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECords: There are both corded and cordless options for car vacuums, and there are pros and cons to both. While a cordless vacuum gives you greater freedom of movement, it can be more restrictive than corded options when it comes to the length of use and battery life.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPower: When you buy a car vacuum, one of the most basic things you need is the power to get the job done. A good car vacuum should have at least 15 air watts or a battery of 16V or higher.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDesign: The best car vacuums have a comfortable, lightweight design that does not place too much strain on your arms and wrists. Ergonomics are important to consider for longer jobs to ensure your comfort. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBattery life: While your car vacuum must have a lot of power, it will not matter if the battery is constantly running out of charge. A corded option ensures that you will never lose power as long as you have access to an outlet, but that is not the case with cordless options. The best cordless vacuums for cars can run anywhere from 10 minutes to 20 minutes, depending on the model you choose.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these car vacuums?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e58d8cb8-089a-4a8b-87f7-bfa093b60052\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt may be corded or cordless but still gives the option to move around your vehicle to clean all of the nooks and crannies.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is a portable car vacuum?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"67de8012-1fce-4e2b-ad98-763999d872b2\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Black and Decker Max Lithium Pivot BDH2000PL Vacuum Cleaner has one of the most powerful suction capabilities on our list at 35AW.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which car vacuum has the strongest suction?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f6bd3834-8582-4354-ba41-ac9b62eece0b\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EExperts suggest using a portable vacuum with a minimum of 15AW or a battery of 16V or more.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How powerful should a portable car vacuum be?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ff80b783-1ba8-4707-93a2-286cc512d2d0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen searching for the best portable vacuum for your car, it is important to consider size and weight to ensure that you can manoeuvre around your vehicle comfortably. It is also important to consider other factors like cost, battery length, and controls.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What type of vacuum is best for cars?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"63a9d740-b469-4411-8205-593a91f2afb7\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EHere are a few other options to look into:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative car vacuums worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"21e9d4cb-da05-4053-9841-aa28b1de718f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Shark UltraCyclone Pro Cordless Handheld Vacuum\" 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data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBissell-Cleanview-Deluxe-Handheld-47R51\u002Fdp\u002FB002KCMH7A\" data-offerprice=\"50\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBissell-Cleanview-Deluxe-Handheld-47R51\u002Fdp\u002FB002KCMH7A?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"fb36947c-c4b9-4840-966d-201bb6e89715","slug":"bissell-cleanview-deluxe-corded-handheld-vacuum","name":"Bissell Cleanview Deluxe Corded Handheld Vacuum","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"EZMONEY","mod":1662735461023,"displayDate":"Fri Sep 09 2022 10:57:41 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"6e7bb397-0086-40e3-8652-e60d7bb9241a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"ANKO Car Vacuum\" 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data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-01-13 15:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"If you commute to work or spend a lot of time in your car, you know how fast they can get dirty. 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Since then she has written for publications centered on tech, startups, innovation, politics, and financial services, including PCMag, Business Insider, InvestmentWires, GovLoop, and Thrive Global. She lives in Queens, NY.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:c,awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EElectric vehicles can take on winter weather, and the best EVs offer an all-wheel drive for better traction in snow and harsh conditions. They also have considerable range so you have more peace of mind on the road.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric cars do lose driving range in winter, up to 20% \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.naf.no\u002Felbil\u002Faktuelt\u002Felbiltest\u002Fev-winter-range-test-2020\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eaccording to some sources\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and as high as 41% with the heater turned up high \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnewsroom.aaa.com\u002F2019\u002F02\u002Fcold-weather-reduces-electric-vehicle-range\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eaccording to others\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. However, to say that electric cars are practically unusable in winter is untrue. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"fd55ed92-6746-46f2-a919-6406d356e239\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Ffd55ed92-6746-46f2-a919-6406d356e239\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn January 2022, a winter storm in Virginia shut down Interstate 95 for more than 24 hours, causing a traffic jam in subfreezing temperatures. How long would an electric vehicle last in those conditions compared to a gasoline-powered vehicle? \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.caranddriver.com\u002Fnews\u002Fa38807463\u002Ftesla-model-3-climate-control-cold-weather-test\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECar and Driver ran a cold weather test\u003C\u002Fa\u003E on a 2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range and a 2022 Hyundai Sonata N-Line when the average outside temperature was around 15 degrees Fahrenheit. They found that the Tesla could last a maximum of 45.1 hours and the Hyundai could last 51.8 hours, with the Model 3 outperforming the Sonata in efficiency. The results suggested that EVs lost range at a comparable rate to gas-powered cars.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-affordable-electric-cars\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best affordable EVs and how the federal tax credit can save you $7,500\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best electric vehicles for winter include electric SUVs, electric trucks, and electric cars. The two criteria emphasized on this list are range and all-wheel drive, since they contribute most to performance. I've included the price of the vehicle with all-wheel drive and noted any other weatherproof features included with it. The prices listed here are the manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP), which do not include destination and delivery charges, tax, title, and registration fees.Also: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese are the best electric cars for winter driving, from highest to lowest price.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1382b9e0-9c54-40d9-8ac3-1d945b686516\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETech specs:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E&nbsp;Range:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 516 miles |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax power:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E1,200+ hp |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECharge: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E200 miles in 12 minutes when connected to 350 kW DC fast charger and equipped with 19-inch wheels |\u003Cstrong\u003E Acceleration: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E0-60 mph in less than 2 seconds |\u003Cstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice (with dual-motor all-wheel drive): \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EFrom $154,000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELucid Motors advertises the Air as the "longest range, fastest charging luxury EV in the world" -- that's the Air in a nutshell. If you have the money to spend, this is worth it for the 516 mile range alone. The specs on this car make it the stuff of dreams: 1,200 hp, acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in under two seconds, and super quick charging. Compared to other electric vehicles, and even other luxury vehicles, the price tag is hefty. However, the attention to detail in all aspects of the Lucid Air, from the 21-speaker system to sustainably sourced Nappa leather interiors, places it a cut above the rest.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Lucid Air Grand Touring and the Lucid Air Touring offer dual-motor all-wheel drive types at price points of $154,000 and $107,400, respectively. The Lucid Air Pure starts at $87,400 with the option to upgrade to dual-motor all-wheel drive. The Air comes with a built-in, superfast&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.lucidmotors.com\u002Fcharging" target="_blank"\u003EWunderbox\u003C\u002Fa\u003E boost charger that works at almost all public charging stations. 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The Subaru Solterra also comes with some essential safety features, like the blind spot monitor system.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Subaru Solterra\" data-superlative=\"Best EV with symmetrical all-wheel drive\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Subaru","imageData":{"id":"ddd44bc7-c31c-49c2-ad52-9b71457a9a8b","title":"subaru-solterra","filename":"subaru-solterra.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F14\u002Fddd44bc7-c31c-49c2-ad52-9b71457a9a8b\u002Fsubaru-solterra.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":401417,"width":1296,"height":729,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-14 18:02:32","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-12-14 18:02:39","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Subaru","alt":"subaru-solterra","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"ddd44bc7-c31c-49c2-ad52-9b71457a9a8b","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Subaru","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"subaru-solterra.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F14","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":729,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Subaru\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Subaru","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.subaru.com\u002Fvehicles\u002Fsolterra.html","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Cars","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cars.com\u002Fshopping\u002Fsubaru-solterra-2023\u002F","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Truecar","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.truecar.com\u002Fnew-cars-for-sale\u002Flisting\u002FJTMABABA9PA003154\u002F2023SubaruSolterra\u002F","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ 72.8 kWh battery capacity ~ Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive ~ 8.3 inches of ground clearance ~ X-MODE with Downhill Assist Control ~ All-electric drivetrain with 72.8 kWh battery capacity\" data-dislike=\"~ Less cargo space than competitors\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f36606a4-3882-4191-b8bb-2a628396de25\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETech specs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERange:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 400 miles |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EHorsepower:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 754 hp | \u003Cstrong\u003EPower:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E All-wheel drive | \u003Cstrong\u003EEstimated MSRP: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EStarting at $39,900\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Silverado EV will be available starting in the summer of 2024, but if you're excited by the specs and the projected price, you can reserve one in advance. You have to pay $100 with your reservation, which is refundable if you decide you no longer want the vehicle. When it's time to place an order, your selected dealer will contact you and you can confirm your order details then.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Bonus! The Chevy all-electric Silverado RST\" data-superlative=\"Best electric truck to come\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"chevy-silverado","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Chevrolet","imageData":{"id":"9bb2e795-6c76-4e03-a679-22655592ef93","title":"chevy-silverado","filename":"chevy-silverado.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F14\u002F9bb2e795-6c76-4e03-a679-22655592ef93\u002Fchevy-silverado.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":388329,"width":1296,"height":729,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-14 17:25:31","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-12-14 17:25:38","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Chevrolet","alt":"chevy-silverado","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"9bb2e795-6c76-4e03-a679-22655592ef93","imageAltText":"chevy-silverado","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Chevrolet","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"chevy-silverado.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F14","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":729,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Chevrolet\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chevrolet","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.chevrolet.com\u002Felectric\u002Fsilverado-ev\u002Freservation","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ 100 miles of range in only 10 minutes on fast chargers ~ Towing capabilities from 8,000 to 20,000 lbs ~Advanced Trailering System with up to 14 different camera views ~ 4-Wheel Steer\" data-dislike=\"~ Long wait ~ Prices can increase depending on the dealer\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8e068ed3-abb4-472a-a2c2-1ca8604bcf1d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Lucid Air is our top choice for its unrivaled range and performance. The other EVs that made it on this list also offer impressive range and charging capabilities, which are essential for navigating with an EV in harsher climates.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EElectric Vehicle\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice starting at\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Range\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECharging rate\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELucid Air Grand Touring\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$154,000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E516 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E200 miles in 12 minutes when connected to 350 kW DC fast charger\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesla Model S\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$96,590\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E405 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E200 miles in 15 minutes at a Tesla Supercharger station (300 kW)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAudi e-tron\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$70,800\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E226 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E80% in 30 minutes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFord F-150 Lightning\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$55,974\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E240 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E15%-80% in 41 minutes with the extended range battery\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESubaru Solterra\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$44,995\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E228 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E80% in an hour\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best electric vehicle for winter driving?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"65474b26-90c2-4eee-bda5-a005bcbe6f10\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe right electric car for you could be the cheapest one with all-wheel drive -- in that case, go for the Subaru Solterra. Or maybe you want the best of the best, with the longest range, the quickest charging capabilities, and the most powerful capabilities. If you have the money to spend, go for the Lucid Air Grand Touring. These electric vehicles shine when it comes to innovation, with each of them offering performance fit for all seasons.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this electric vehicle…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELucid Air Grand Touring\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best of the best and you don't mind the price tag\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesla Model S\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EImpressive range and performance at a lower price point than the Lucid\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAudi e-tron\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn electric SUV that's perfect for even the harshest winters\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFord F-150 Lightning\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn electric truck that can power through the snow&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESubaru Solterra\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe most affordable option that doesn't sacrifice range&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which electric car is best in the snow? For winter driving?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"023f67f2-1e4e-4603-921c-efe3f9fdd0e9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EZDNET's overall emphasis is on disruptive innovation, so that was the leading factor. In that regard, the Lucid Air Grand Touring and the Tesla Model S lead the race. These two luxury EVs stand out for their range, performance, horsepower, and more. All of the EVs on our list had to have all-wheel drive in order to withstand harsh climates, and enough range to get through battery depletions in the cold. Fast charging means quick access to your car in the cold, so that was a consideration as well.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these electric vehicles?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EElectric cars are good for winter driving and they have an advantage that gasoline-powered cars do not: Higher-end models have automatic software updates that increase range.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are electric cars good for winter driving?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EEV manufacturers \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.evconnect.com\u002Fblog\u002Fhow-long-does-an-electric-car-battery-last" target="_blank"\u003Ehave to warranty batteries\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for 8 years or 100,000 miles, and California pushes that to 10 years or 150,000 miles. Researchers at Tesla and other companies are working on extending battery life \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.forbes.com\u002Fsites\u002Fjamesmorris\u002F2022\u002F05\u002F28\u002Ftesla-researcher-demonstrates-100-year-4-million-mile-battery\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Eto much longer than that.\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How long do electric cars last?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt depends on the vehicle. The size of the battery, the vehicle's charging capability, the charging station, its power output, and the current charge level of the vehicle are just some of the factors that determine how quickly an EV charges.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How long does it take to charge an EV?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1555caca-a976-4e78-b5df-4435662a7042\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAbsolutely. 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Maybe you want a card that helps you earn plenty of cash back each year. Or maybe you're searching for a card that rewards you with thousands of points as a welcome bonus. Maybe you even want travel benefits included with your card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe good news? Chase has a card for you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase offers many credit cards that are perfect for frequent flyers, foodies, and even those who spend big money at the gas pump. But which Chase card is best for you? Here are the best options:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"6d42a95f-0932-4107-93ae-d2b96be22a7f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ETravel often? You'll earn 5 points for every dollar you charge with the Chase Sapphire Preferred card through. its Chase Ultimate Rewards program. You'll also earn 2 points for every dollar you charge on other travel purchases. Eat out several times a week? You'll earn 3 points for every dollar you charge on dining, including eligible delivery services and takeout. And if your grocery bill is high each month, every dollar you charge on online grocery purchases -- excluding at Target, Walmart, and wholesale clubs -- will also generate 3 points. Finally, if you like TV shows and movies, the Sapphire Preferred will give you 3 points for every dollar you spend on select streaming services. You'll also earn 1 point per dollar charged on all other purchases.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you charge $4,000 during the first three months after opening your account, you'll earn a welcome bonus of 60,000 points. And on each anniversary of opening your account, you'll earn bonus points equal to 10% of your total purchases from the previous year. If you spent $30,000 on purchases, then, you'd earn 3,000 bonus points on your anniversary.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou'll also earn $50 in statement credits each year that you can spend on hotel stays purchased through Chase Ultimate Rewards. And when you redeem your points through this rewards portal, they are worth 25% more. If you earn 60,000 points, for example, they'd be worth $750 toward travel if you redeem through Chase Ultimate Rewards.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are perks, too. For frequent travelers, the Sapphire Preferred offers baggage-delay insurance, trip-delay reimbursement, travel and emergency assistance services, and trip-cancelation insurance. You can also transfer your points to 11 airline travel partners and three hotel travel partners on a 1-to-1 basis. The card offers purchase protection and extended warranty protection.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou'll get all this with a relatively modest annual fee of $95.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh welcome bonus\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EGenerous rewards program\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EStatement credit and bonus points each anniversary\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAnnual fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EYou'll need good credit to qualify\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card\" data-superlative=\"Best Chase credit card overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"3ff4553e-3140-4697-8cf2-9495f7297d5e","slug":"chase-sapphire-preferred","label":"Chase Sapphire Preferred","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"3ff4553e-3140-4697-8cf2-9495f7297d5e","name":"Chase Sapphire Preferred","slug":"chase-sapphire-preferred","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651170220751,"displayDate":"Thu Apr 28 2022 14:23:40 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682581&cr=28126&last_updated=1598401437","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"77bc6179-0efa-4ad7-8a81-9d768484c7ee\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt comes at a high cost, with a $550 annual fee. But he Chase Sapphire Reserve card also comes with big rewards potential. How big? You'll earn 10 rewards points for every dollar you charge on hotels and car rentals through the Chase Ultimate Rewards portal. You'll earn the same 10 points for every dollar you charge on Chase Dining purchases made through the Ultimate Rewards portal.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou'll also earn 5 points on air travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards, 3 on other travel and dining purchases, and 1 point on all other purchases.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs you can see, the potential is there to earn plenty of rewards each month. You'll also gain 60,000 bonus rewards points if you spend at least $4,000 with your card during the first three months of opening your account. If you redeem these rewards through Chase Ultimate Rewards, that comes out to $900 that you can use toward your travel purchases.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're a frequent traveler, the Sapphire Reserve comes with travel perks, too. This includes a credit to pay for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck at airports, complimentary access to airport lounges in more than 500 cities across the globe, and savings at several hotels and resorts. 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The card also rewards 2 points for every dollar you charge on local transit and commuting, including ride-sharing services, and for each dollar spent on internet, cable, phone services, and select streaming services. You'll also earn 1 point on all other purchases you make with this card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe card offers a solid intro offer: Earn 60,000 points plus a 30% off promo code&nbsp;after you spend $3,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. On your anniversary date, you'll earn 3,000 bonus points.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFrequent flyers get extra perks, too. Cardmembers get two EarlyBird Check-Ins with Southwest Airlines each year and 25% back on in-flight purchases.This card is not free, but the annual fee of $69 is not overly excessive for a card offering these perks.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESolid rewards program\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EGenerous welcome offer\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo limits on rewards\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThis card does charge an annual fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E1 point on everyday purchases is not overly generous\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card\" data-superlative=\"Best for travel\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"2808aa8f-2155-462d-b670-a7c3c3e392f3","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-plus-credit-card","label":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"2808aa8f-2155-462d-b670-a7c3c3e392f3","name":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-plus-credit-card","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651179392982,"displayDate":"Thu Apr 28 2022 16:56:32 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682569&cr=28307&last_updated=1598579786","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"29f574e0-faa9-4222-ba8c-4b9ff2103192\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Chase Sapphire Preferred card is the best thanks to its generous rewards program. The opportunity to earn 5 points on purchases through Chase Ultimate Rewards and 3 points for purchases at restaurants and grocery stores means that you can earn big rewards points quickly.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlso attractive is the bonus offer of 60,000 points, and you'll only have to charge $4,000 in the first three months of opening your account to get it.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe card's perks -- such as baggage-delay insurance, trip-delay protection, and trip-cancelation insurance -- also make this a winning card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECard name\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWelcome bonus\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERewards program\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAnnual fee\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase Sapphire Preferred\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60,000 points if you charge $4,000 during first three months of opening account\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E5 points on purchases through Chase Ultimate Rewards; 3 points on restaurant, grocery store and streaming services; 1 point on all other purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$95\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase Freedom Unlimited\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAdditional 1.5% cash back on purchases the first year, up to $20,000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E5% cash back on travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards; 3% on restaurants; 3% on drugstore purchases; 1.5% on all other purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo annual fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase Sapphire Reserve\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60,000 points if you spend at least $4,000 during first three months of account opening\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E10 points for every dollar on hotels, car rentals, and dining through Chase Ultimate Rewards; 5 points on air travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards; 3 points on other travel and dining purchases; 1 point on all other purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$550\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase Freedom Flex\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou'll earn a $200 bonus after you spend $500 in purchases in the first three months from opening your account.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E5% cash back in rotating categories each quarter; 3% cash back on purchases at restaurants and drugstores; 1% cash back on all other purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo annual fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESouthwest Rapids Rewards Plus\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E60,000 points plus a 30% off promo code if you charge $3,000 during the first three months of opening your account\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2 points for every dollar you charge on Southwest purchases and for each dollar spent on Rapid Rewards hotel and car rental partners; 2 points for local transit and commuting, including ride-sharing services; 2 points for Internet, cable, phone services and select streaming services; 1 point on all other purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$69\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best Chase credit card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c00aea67-0fcc-4bc5-834e-b66f8dd909cb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen searching for a credit card, it's important to keep your buying habits in mind. Do you spend heavily in one category each month, such as at grocery stores or restaurants? Or is your spending spread out? Your spending habits are the most important factor to consider when searching for the right rewards card for you.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you spend most of your money at grocery stores and dining out, look for a card that provides the most rewards for those purchases. If you're constantly charging gas purchases, look for a card that provides the most cash back or rewards pumps for fuel charges.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd if you spend in a wide variety of categories each month? You might look for a card that offers higher cash-back bonuses in specific categories that rotate.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDo you have a lot of existing credit card debt? If you are burdened with credit card debt, consider a credit card that offers 0% interest on balance transfers for a limited time. Many cards will let you transfer debt from other cards at an interest rate of 0% for 12 to 18 months. If you pay off this debt during that period, you'll be able to eliminate it without paying high interest rates. Just make sure you pay off that debt before the 0% offer ends.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAre you a frequent traveler? If you fly often, look for a credit card that provides miles instead of cash back. You can then use those miles to book free flights around the globe.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDo you want more flexibility? If you want the option to use your rewards however you want, a card that offers cash back might be a good choice. You can usually have this cash back deposited directly into your bank accounts, use it to pay down your credit card's balance, turn it into gift cards, or even send it to a charity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHow strong is your credit score? The higher your credit score, the more likely you are to qualify for credit cards with strong rewards programs and valuable welcome bonuses. If your score is low, though, you might have to settle for a more basic card. Use that card and pay off your purchases in full each month. Over time, this record of on-time payments will help boost your credit score.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which credit card is the right one for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"7f7e0ecf-763b-4f20-80ad-6f5ec6e86954\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EChase doesn't provide a specific credit score to qualify for this card. You'll increase your chances, though, if your FICO credit score is 740 or higher.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What credit score do you need for the Chase Sapphire Preferred card? \" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"94b28e59-e893-4b8d-b560-266a8c326341\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen looking for the best Chase credit cards, we considered several factors:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERewards: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EWe searched for cards that offered generous rewards programs, whether in the form of points, miles, or cash back. We only selected cards that give consumers plenty of options to earn rewards.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWelcome bonuses: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThe top credit cards offer solid welcome bonuses, such as additional points or cash back if you use your card to make a certain amount of purchases during a set period of time. We only chose cards that had welcome bonuses that were not only valuable but reasonably attainable.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAnnual fees: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EMany of the more valuable rewards cards charge annual fees. When researching this list, we made sure that the annual fees were appropriate for the perks and rewards cardholders receive. Some cards on this list might charge high annual fees. What matters is if the rewards they offer are high enough to justify these fees.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPerks: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EWhen judging a credit card, the perks it offers matter, too. We looked for cards that provide such benefits as trip-cancelation insurance, discounts on hotel stays and access to airport lounges.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEase of redeeming points and cash back: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EWe also searched for cards that made it easy for consumers to redeem their cash back, miles, or points. This meant cards in which points and cash back don't expire and those in which cardholders don't need a minimum amount to cash in.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these cards?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"7cb4866b-d4f2-411d-85d3-8df5de1ee64d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile Chase offers plenty of solid credit cards, you can also choose good options from other providers.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fdiscover-it-cash-back-card-review\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EDiscover it® Cash Back\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThis card charges no annual fee and offers 5% cash back on the first $1500 in a series of quarterly categories that rotate throughout the year, such as purchases you make at gas stations, grocery stores, restaurants and fitness clubs (activation required). You'll earn 1% back on all other purchases.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECapital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThis credit card from Capital One gives you 10 miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, five miles on flights booked through Capital One travel, and two miles on all other purchases. You can also earn 75,000 welcome miles if you spend $4,000 on purchases during the first three months of opening your account. The Venture X Rewards card isn't free, though: the annual fee is $395.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWells Fargo Active Cash® Card: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThe big draw of this card? Its simplicity. You'll earn unlimited 2% cash rewards on purchases you make. You can also earn $200 in cash rewards if you charge $500 during the first three months of opening your account. The card does not charge an annual fee.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative credit cards worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch1\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh1\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-04-29 04:12:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"What's the best Chase credit card? Our choice for the greatest rewards potential is the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"7774c529-ca8d-4426-b11d-352457643b46",image:{id:"f5eeeb4e-1f2a-43ba-a331-8965136d4123",filename:"chase-credit-card.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-09-14 12:33:43",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"chase-credit-card.jpg",credits:"By monticello -- Shutterstock",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F09\u002F14\u002Ff5eeeb4e-1f2a-43ba-a331-8965136d4123\u002Fchase-credit-card.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:1069,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Finance^Credit Cards",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"The 5 best Chase credit cards: Generous rewards program",section:b,slug:"best-chase-credit-card",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The 5 best Chase credit cards of 2022",topic:{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"af36937c-c95c-4bf0-9c02-831f70ad9a0c",slug:"best-lists",name:"Best Lists",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"50111c84-fe1f-4b37-93b7-f6eeb29396ee",username:"TaylorFreitas",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Freitas",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"bd378476-19f8-4646-b8d8-87df1f47b07e",filename:"image.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-08-05 19:52:49",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fbd378476-19f8-4646-b8d8-87df1f47b07e\u002Fimage.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Freitas is a freelance writer and has contributed to publications including LA Weekly, CNET, The Simple Dollar, and Bankrate. She holds a B.A. in Print and Digital Journalism from the University of Southern California.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're thinking about getting into the points and miles game, you'll want to find a credit card that -- at a minimum -- makes it easy to earn and redeem travel rewards. Luckily, there are plenty of beginner-friendly cards that fit that description. Even better? Many come with extra features like sign-up bonuses, no foreign transaction fees, and travel insurance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo help you get started, we've compiled the following list of the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-travel-credit-card\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebest travel credit cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for beginners. You'll find a range of options -- including cards with no annual fees -- so you can choose one that aligns with your spending habits and travel preferences.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c867cf0a-741d-4082-a212-fbf8fe8baeb0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt's no wonder why the \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fthe-chase-sapphire-preferred-great-for-general-travelers\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EChase Sapphire Preferred Card\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is a favorite among all types of travelers, including beginners and experts. For starters, this \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-metal-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Emetal card\u003C\u002Fa\u003E allows you to accrue points through \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-way-to-use-chase-ultimate-rewards-points-in-2022\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EChase Ultimate Rewards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the company's travel portal. When you redeem your points through Chase's platform, you'll get a 25% bonus on flights, hotels, car rentals, and more.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you'd rather book directly with a certain airline or hotel, the Chase Sapphire Preferred lets you transfer your points to several loyalty programs at a 1:1 rate. Transfer partners include Hyatt, JetBlue, Marriott, Southwest, and United.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe annual fee on this card is $95, which may seem steep if you're new to travel rewards. However, it includes an impressive number of perks, including bonus points on your cardmember anniversary, a $50 annual hotel credit, trip cancelation\u002Finterruption insurance, rental car coverage, and more. Plus, the Chase Sapphire Preferred card currently offers an outstanding \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Ffor-a-limited-time-the-chase-sapphire-preferred-is-getting-a-higher-welcome-bonus\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Esign-up bonus\u003C\u002Fa\u003E of 60,000 points if you spend $4,000 in the first three months after opening your card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEasy to redeem points\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBonus spending categories (travel, dining, online groceries, and streaming services)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E25% bonus for booking through Chase Ultimate Rewards portal\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETransfer points to 14 hotel and airline partners\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETravel protection for trip cancellations\u002Fdelays, rental cars, and lost luggage\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fthe-best-no-foreign-transaction-fee-credit-cards\u002F" target="_blank"\u003ENo foreign transaction fees\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAnnual fee may not appeal to travel beginners\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETransfer partners don't include all major airlines\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMust book through the Chase portal to get the most value\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card\" data-superlative=\"Best overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"3ff4553e-3140-4697-8cf2-9495f7297d5e","slug":"chase-sapphire-preferred","label":"Chase Sapphire Preferred","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"3ff4553e-3140-4697-8cf2-9495f7297d5e","name":"Chase Sapphire Preferred","slug":"chase-sapphire-preferred","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651157309602,"displayDate":"Thu Apr 28 2022 10:48:29 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682581&cr=28126&last_updated=1598401437","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"d7197f8f-e8d4-4532-bfea-dd9b258214e0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you want even more ways to redeem your miles, the Capital One Venture Rewards Card could be the right pick. There are three ways to trade in your miles for travel, including by booking through Capital One's portal and transferring to one of its 17 airline and hotel partners (such as Aeromexico, Air Canada, Choice Hotels, and Singapore Airlines).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo make redemption even easier, Capital One also allows you to cash in your miles \u003Cem\u003Eafter \u003C\u002Fem\u003Eyou've booked travel. All you need to do is purchase your flight, hotel, \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fwhich-rewards-credit-cards-are-best-for-vacation-rentals\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Evacation rental\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, or rental car, then log into your Capital One account and apply your accrued miles to your travel purchase. They should appear as a credit on your bill within two to three business days. For a $95 annual fee, it's a great option if you're busy and don't have time to transfer miles or search for travel rewards on the Capital One portal.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs far as spending goes, you'll earn 2x miles per dollar spent on every purchase, as well as 5x per dollar spent on rental cars and hotels reserved through Capital One's portal. Right now, the company is offering a bonus of 75,000 miles for spending $4,000 in the three months after opening the card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMultiple redemption options\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EGenerous sign-up bonus\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMiles can be transferred to 17 travel partners\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAll purchases earn 2x miles per dollar\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo foreign transaction fees\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E$100 credit toward Global Entry or PreCheck\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETwo Capital One lounge passes per year\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECan't transfer miles to major US airlines or hotel chains\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENeed to watch your statement to make sure miles credit is applied correctly\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card\" data-superlative=\"Best for busy travelers\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"1037752e-0a5d-466e-80d8-cb79b00f4c20","slug":"capital-one-venture-card","label":"Capital One Venture Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"1037752e-0a5d-466e-80d8-cb79b00f4c20","name":"Capital One Venture Card","slug":"capital-one-venture-card","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651157941667,"displayDate":"Thu Apr 28 2022 10:59:01 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Capital One","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26684067&cr=31335&last_updated=1651779508","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1646fa8c-0b35-49cd-acf0-882f741f876c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ELove to eat? Whether you dine out or cook most of your meals at home, the American Express Gold Card is designed to \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-credit-card-for-restaurants-and-dining\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Ereward foodies\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. With it, you'll earn 4x points per dollar on restaurants around the world, as well as takeout and delivery in the U.S. Plus, you'll also score 4x points per dollar at U.S. supermarkets (up to $25,000 per year, then 1x). To sweeten the deal, you can score up to $120 in dining credits and up to $120 in Uber Cash (for rides or food) each year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course, the American Express Gold Card also offers travel-specific benefits. You'll accrue 3x points on flights (when booked directly with an airline or through the AmEx travel portal) and get a $100 annual credit on the Hotel Collection properties. All of your points are redeemable through the company's Membership Rewards program, where you can purchase flights, hotels, rental cars, and more. Alternatively, you can transfer points to more than 20 travel partners, including major players like Delta, Hilton, Marriott, and Radisson.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECompared to the other credit cards on our list, the $250 annual fee on the American Express Gold Card may seem high. However, if you spend a lot on food, it could make sense for you. If you enroll now, you can earn an extra 60,000 bonus points for spending $4,000 in the first six months after opening the card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E4x points on restaurants, takeout and delivery in the U.S., and U.S. supermarkets (up to $25,000 per year, then 1x); 3x points on flights\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESolid welcome bonus\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo foreign transaction fees\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAnnual Uber Cash and dining credits\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIncludes car rental and lost baggage insurance\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EChoose your card color (Gold or Rose Gold)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigher annual fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMany US airlines missing from transfer partners\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fwhy-dont-more-retailers-accept-american-express-merchant-fees\u002F" target="_blank"\u003ESome retailers don't accept American Express\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"American Express® Gold Card\" data-superlative=\"Best for foodies\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"1fcfb7f9-025d-4e57-95ab-9720bb00362e","slug":"american-express-the-gold-card","label":"American Express The Gold Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"1fcfb7f9-025d-4e57-95ab-9720bb00362e","name":"American Express The Gold Card","slug":"american-express-the-gold-card","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651158152060,"displayDate":"Thu Apr 28 2022 11:02:32 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"American Express","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26681989&cr=28240&last_updated=1598480841","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f19fb42e-56bb-48cc-baa3-12772e1ba15e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Bank of America Travel Rewards credit card, another beginner-friendly option, doesn't have an annual fee -- but still has plenty of perks. If you choose this card, you'll earn a flat rate of 1.5x points for every dollar spent. This means that there aren't special bonus categories, which can be helpful if you're just starting out with points and miles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENot only is it simple to earn points, but it's also easy to redeem them. When you're ready, just book travel with your Bank of America card. After the charge posts to your statement, you can trade in your points for a statement credit. If you're traveling overseas, there are no foreign transaction fees, which is great to see on a no-annual-fee card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you belong to the America Preferred Rewards program, you can earn up to 75% more points per purchase. Plus, new cardholders can receive a 25,000-point bonus for spending $1,000 or more in the first three months after signing up.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo annual fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E1.5x points on all purchases\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEasy to redeem points for travel\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo foreign transaction fees\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECompetitive sign-up bonus\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EExtra perks for BofA Preferred Rewards members\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo bonus spending categories\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECan't transfer points to travel partners\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo trip or rental car insurance\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Bank of America® Travel Rewards credit card\" data-superlative=\"Best no annual fee card\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"1de8e8d8-758e-43f3-a14d-1365b7579f64","slug":"bank-of-america-travel-rewards","label":"Bank of America Travel Rewards","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"1de8e8d8-758e-43f3-a14d-1365b7579f64","name":"Bank of America Travel Rewards","slug":"bank-of-america-travel-rewards","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651158361119,"displayDate":"Thu Apr 28 2022 11:06:01 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"2d31f457-44d4-4d7b-a6c5-3bec5af1e41c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EOverall, the Chase Sapphire Preferred is the best credit card if you're new to travel rewards. It does come with a $95 annual fee, but it's easy to justify that expense with the annual hotel credit, sign-up bonus, no foreign transaction fees, bonus spending categories, and travel insurance features.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best travel card for beginners?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECard\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAnnual Fee\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPoints Earnings\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EExtra Perk\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase Sapphire Preferred\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$95\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1x points on all purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2x points on travel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E3x points on dining, streaming services, and online groceries\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E5x points on Lyft, Peloton, and travel booked through Chase's portal\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$50 annual hotel credit\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECapital One Venture Rewards\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$95\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2x miles on all purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E5x miles on rental cars and hotels reserved through Capital One's portal\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETwo airport lounge passes per year\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase Freedom Unlimited\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$0\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5% cashback on all purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAdditional 3% at restaurants and 3% at drugstores\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E5% on Lyft\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EReceive cashback on your statement or into a checking or savings account\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmerican Express Gold Card\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$250\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1x points on all purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E3x points on flights booked direct with the airline or through AmEx's portal\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E4x points on restaurants, takeout, and grocery stores\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$120 Uber Cash per year\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBank of America Travel Rewards\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$0\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1.5x points on all purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo foreign transaction fees\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"90fec1e9-df8b-4423-bbbe-ccb49ecf48a2\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EFor many people, yes. Even if you're only an occasional traveler, you can use your points and miles to cover the costs of flights, hotels, and rental cars. Plus, many travel cards include great perks like trip cancelation insurance, lost baggage insurance, and rental car insurance. However, if you're in debt or struggling to pay your credit card bills in full each month, a travel credit card may not be the best choice for you.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are travel credit cards worth it?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b279dda9-415c-4f90-8e4b-8547bd6b7f8d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIn most cases, you need a "good" or "excellent" credit score (\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.experian.com\u002Fblogs\u002Fask-experian\u002Fwhat-credit-score-do-i-need-to-get-a-travel-rewards-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E670 or higher\u003C\u002Fa\u003E) to be approved for a travel credit card.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What credit score do you need to get a travel credit card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"7ed551ae-2927-4b41-a080-07a029b99a1d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ENo, but it helps. Most non-travel cards (like debit cards) charge foreign transaction fees, which can be around 3% per purchase. With cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred or the Bank of America Travel Rewards card, you won't need to pay these&nbsp;fees when you're overseas.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Do you need a travel card for an international trip?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"bdcb2c1c-6438-4ff8-b9e5-47cec194b10d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe credit card space is highly competitive, with issuers offering tons of perks and features to attract new customers. To choose these five cards, we looked at several factors, including:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFees: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThe annual fees on travel credit cards range from $0 to $600+. Our picks are on the lower end of this spectrum to accommodate beginners who are just starting their journey with travel rewards.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPoints-per-dollar earnings: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThis is one of the most important considerations when it comes to travel cards. When redemption rates are higher (3x to 5x points per dollar), you'll get more value from your everyday purchases -- particularly if you spend a lot in certain categories. For this list, we chose cards with a variety of earning rates and bonus categories.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESign-up bonuses: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EAlso known as welcome offers, sign-up bonuses reward you for spending a certain amount of money after opening a card. In many cases, these bonuses can cover the costs of roundtrip flights or multiple nights at a hotel. Our travel card picks all have competitive welcome offers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EExtra features: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EFrom airport lounge access to hotel credit to concierge services, each travel card has its own set of attractive bonus features. The cards on this list include a mix of features, so you can choose the ones that appeal most to you.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these credit cards?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c1b69259-01f4-4c26-9b55-5af1145277bf\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile each of these five cards is great in its own way, there are certain ones that might make more sense depending on your personal situation.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor instance, if you're just testing the waters with travel rewards or don't plan to travel often, you might consider a card with a $0 annual fee (like the Chase Freedom Unlimited or the Bank of America Travel Rewards).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn the other hand, if you're planning a few big trips, you might be better off choosing a card with a generous welcome offer or the ability to transfer points to travel partners. In that case, cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred or the American Express Gold Card are wonderful options.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which card is the right credit card for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"4048ead4-2d9a-4198-82a1-15c5ed2623cd\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe travel cards listed above are some of the best options for beginners, but there are also a handful of other ones to consider, including:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECapital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;This card offers 10x miles on rental cars and hotels and 5x miles on flights (as long as you book through the Capital One portal). It comes with a $395 annual fee.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChase Ink Business Preferred\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E®\u003Cstrong\u003E&nbsp;Credit Card: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EIf you're a \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-travel-rewards-business-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Ebusiness owner\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, you can use this card to earn 3x points on travel and several business categories. There's a $95 annual fee, and the card currently has a 100,000-point welcome bonus.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDelta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EWe didn't include any hotel or \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-airline-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Eairline-specific cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E on our list, but if you're looking for a good option, this Delta card is worth considering. As a cardholder, you'll earn 3x miles on Delta and hotel purchases and 2x miles at U.S. supermarkets and restaurants worldwide. Its fee is $250 per year (\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.americanexpress.com\u002Fus\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fcard-application\u002Fapply\u002Fprospect\u002Fterms\u002Fdelta-skymiles-platinum-american-express-card\u002F25330-10-0#FeeTable" target="_blank"\u003Esee rates and fees\u003C\u002Fa\u003E).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E&nbsp;Opinions expressed here are author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative credit cards worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-04-28 15:26:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Looking for a credit card that makes it easy to accrue and redeem points for travel? Find out why the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card is our top pick.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"364a8c7b-6bf3-40ec-9662-2d73fd453f21",image:{id:"73606e75-6857-40fa-b524-20b768639527",filename:"gettyimages-1302813215-air-travel2.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-04-27 16:34:27",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Airplane wing in flight",credits:"Getty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F27\u002F73606e75-6857-40fa-b524-20b768639527\u002Fgettyimages-1302813215-air-travel2.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1435,height:1076,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Finance^Credit Cards",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"The best travel cards for beginners",section:b,slug:"best-travel-cards-for-beginners",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Best travel card for beginners (2022)",topic:{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0fe9b07a-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"banking",name:"Banking",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"11baf11b-3a05-49bc-9e65-f704f249f582",slug:"digital-assets",name:"Digital Assets",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"74cfda70-fed9-47f5-b27e-f508b105c76f",username:"Mandy Sleight",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Mandy",lastName:"Sleight",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"887522cb-bafd-4ac6-bef5-89319a0851ec",filename:"mandy-sleight-author.png",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-07-06 17:22:43",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F07\u002F06\u002F887522cb-bafd-4ac6-bef5-89319a0851ec\u002Fmandy-sleight-author.png",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Mandy Sleight has three years of experience writing for insurance websites such as Bankrate.com, MoneyGeek and The Simple Dollar, and has been a licensed insurance agent since 2005. Mandy writes about auto, homeowners, renters, life insurance, disability and supplemental insurance products.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're a frequent Southwest Airlines flier, a Southwest Airlines credit card may be for you. You can earn points on everyday purchases, which are multiplied when you spend money on Southwest, transit and commuting, and certain utilities. Each card has its own set of additional benefits that could be valuable, depending on your travel preferences. Southwest Airlines also has business credit cards, so business owners can reap the benefits of their preferred airline on business purchases. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere are the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-credit-card\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebest credit cards available today\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"2b4cd547-5131-4ecf-8124-bab63c71b412\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EOf all Southwest Airlines credit cards, the Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority card offers the most benefits for air travelers, though it has a $149 annual fee. You save 25% on inflight purchases, are eligible for four annual upgraded boardings if available, and receive $75 in Southwest travel credits per year. With this card, points earned can help you gain A-list status, which gives priority boarding and check-in and same-day standby status.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Priority credit card gives you multiple ways to amplify your purchases and gain points faster. All purchases earn at least 1 point per dollar spent. Hotel and car rental partners; local transit and commuting; and streaming, internet, cable, and phone bills earn 2 points. All Southwest purchases earn 3 points per dollar spent. Every year on your Cardmember anniversary, you'll also receive 7,500 points.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E7,500 anniversary points annually\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo foreign transaction fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E$75 annual Southwest credit\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn points to get A-list faster\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn 3 points for every dollar spent on Southwest \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh annual fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo intro APR\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo additional intro bonus points\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ERequires good or excellent credit for approval\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card\" data-superlative=\"Best Southwest Airlines credit card overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"26ab82fa-973f-476a-beee-e2e5bb363c44","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-priority","label":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"26ab82fa-973f-476a-beee-e2e5bb363c44","name":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-priority","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651207251052,"displayDate":"Fri Apr 29 2022 00:40:51 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft?lid=26681841","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ed1d391c-56df-4665-838f-94a847cfb4ca\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you don't fly often but still prefer Southwest Airlines, the Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier card may be a good fit. With a $99 annual fee, it comes with the same intro bonus as the Priority credit card. You'll also earn the same rewards points in multiple categories and have no foreign transaction fees. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Premier credit card earns 6,000 points annually on your Cardmember anniversary and is eligible for unlimited tier qualifying points to reach A-list status. Purchases made inflight get 25% cashback and Premier credit cardholders get two EarlyBird Check-Ins per year. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn the same bonus points as the Priority card\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn 3 points on Southwest purchases\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E6,000 annual anniversary points\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo foreign transaction fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EUnlimited TPQs\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh APR\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E$99 annual fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo Southwest travel credit\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENot eligible for Upgraded Boardings\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card\" data-superlative=\"Best value for non-frequent fliers\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"b44d2a62-097a-4992-83bf-de11057dc5d3","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-premier-credit-card","label":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"b44d2a62-097a-4992-83bf-de11057dc5d3","name":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-premier-credit-card","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651206187663,"displayDate":"Fri Apr 29 2022 00:23:07 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682568&cr=28303&last_updated=1598579586","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"909cec9c-46de-48b3-9fb4-c01fe81f8d03\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you prefer domestic air travel to foreign air travel, the Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card may be a better fit. This card has a 3% foreign transaction fee, which can add up when you fly internationally. However, it has the lowest annual fee of the Southwest Rapid Rewards credit cards at $69 per year. This card also has the same intro bonus and category multipliers, but only earns 2 points per dollar spent on Southwest purchases.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEach year, cardholders receive 3,000 anniversary points in their Rapid Rewards account. The Plus card is not eligible for tier qualifying points, so you may not get to A-list status as fast as you would with the Premier or Priority credit cards. But you'll still earn 25% cashback when making inflight purchases and get two EarlyBird Check-Ins each year the card remains active.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn 60,000 points after you spend $1,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELow annual fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMultiply points in several categories\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E3,000 anniversary points per year\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETravel and purchase protection benefits\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E3% foreign transaction fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBlackout dates on reward travel\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENot eligible for TPQs\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo intro APR\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo higher points tier for Southwest purchases\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card\" data-superlative=\"Best for domestic air travelers\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"2808aa8f-2155-462d-b670-a7c3c3e392f3","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-plus-credit-card","label":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"2808aa8f-2155-462d-b670-a7c3c3e392f3","name":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-plus-credit-card","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651206244610,"displayDate":"Fri Apr 29 2022 00:24:04 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682569&cr=28307&last_updated=1598579786","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"129c9240-66e2-41d5-a539-9fceb4f86c66\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business card allows established business owners the chance to turn everyday business purchases into free travel or other rewards. You earn 1 point per dollar for all purchases and 2 points per dollar for cable, internet, and phone bills, as well as social media and search engine advertising. Every dollar spent on local transit and commuting, plus ridesharing, earns 2 points. Southwest Airlines purchases earn the most points for this card at 4 points per dollar spent.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis card comes with the highest annual fee of $199, but you can earn 80,000 points when you spend at least $5,000 in the first three months after opening the card. There are other benefits to this business credit card, including a $500 fee credit when you transfer points to an existing Rapid Rewards member, up to 365 annual credits for inflight Wi-Fi, four upgraded boardings if available on your flight, and a credit up to $100 on your application fee every four years when applying for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck, or NEXUS. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPoints can be redeemed for travel and other options, like gift cards and shopping in the Rapid Rewards portal, and there are no blackout dates when redeeming for travel.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo foreign transaction fees \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn 80,000 points for intro bonus\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMultiple points per dollar in several categories\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ECredit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo blackout dates when redeeming travel points\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn 9,000 annual anniversary points\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh annual fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh initial spend for intro bonus\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo intro APR\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E5% balance transfer fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Southwest Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card\" data-superlative=\"Best for established businesses\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"ace3f213-eab0-400c-8313-e63df2a2322d","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-performance-business-credit-card","label":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business Credit Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product","typeLabel":"Tech Product","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682583&cr=28586&last_updated=1600378229","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"6bd04b45-0893-4a79-b31c-6c3521edd72d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business card is an option for new business owners who can't meet the higher initial spending requirements of the Performance card. After spending $3,000 in the first three months, you can earn 60,000 bonus points. The Premier Business card comes with a $99 annual fee, which may also be more affordable newer businesses.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Premier Business card earns the same rewards points per category, except Southwest Airlines purchases earn 3 points per dollar spent. With this card, you can get 25% cashback when making purchases inflight and get up to $500 in statement credits when you transfer points to an existing Rapid Rewards member. You would also be eligible for two EarlyBird Check-Ins each year and receive 1,500 tier qualifying points for every $10,000 spent on the card. When you reach 35,000 TPQs, you can get A-list status, and earning 70,000 TPQs makes you eligible for A-list Preferred status.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo foreign transaction fee\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn 60,000 intro bonus points\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ELower annual fee than Performance Business card\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn tier qualifying points towards A-list status\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EUp to $500 statement credit for points transfer\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEarn 6,000 annual anniversary points\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo intro APR\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EGood or excellent credit for approval\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo application fee credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPoints not multiplied for social media and search engine advertising\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo inflight Wi-Fi credits\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card\" data-superlative=\"Best for new business owners\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"5601752e-f9b1-4078-a51f-86eca3aaeb6b","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-premier-business-credit-card","label":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business Credit Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"5601752e-f9b1-4078-a51f-86eca3aaeb6b","name":"Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business Credit Card","slug":"southwest-rapid-rewards-premier-business-credit-card","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1651207053091,"displayDate":"Fri Apr 29 2022 00:37:33 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682584&cr=28585&last_updated=1600378197","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"01a00418-02d7-48a9-bd18-5ef98229f0e1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority card is ZDNet's top pick because it offers an annual travel credit, upgraded boardings, and unlimited tier qualifying points on everyday spending.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best Southwest Airlines credit card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"402eedf3-ae14-4a8d-b978-279a2d12f72c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ETo find the right credit card for you, consider what you want the card to do for you. For instance, if you want to travel cheaply, a rewards card that earns points towards flights, hotels, and rental cars may be a good choice. If you prefer a specific airline or hotel, getting a branded credit card, like a Southwest Rapid Rewards card, may offer better rewards than a general card, like the Chase Sapphire Preferred.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen choosing a credit card, you should evaluate the details before applying. Consider the annual fee, APR, bonus earning requirements, and other benefits to find the card that best fits your needs. If you want a Southwest card with a low annual fee, the Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus card is your best choice. But if you want to reap the most rewards and don't qualify for a business card, the Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority card may be a better choice.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can also \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fhow-to-check-your-credit-score\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Echeck your credit score\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and history to determine what credit card you are most likely to be approved for. The better your credit score, the more credit card options you'll have. But you can still get approved for a credit card if you have \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-unsecured-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Epoor credit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E or are \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-bankruptcy-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Erebuilding your credit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which card is the right credit card for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"51170c02-763b-473a-8250-20b7764ff218\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA Southwest Airlines credit card is a good option if you like to travel by airplane and prefer Southwest Airlines. With a Southwest card, you can earn points on everyday purchases to get free flights and other rewards. A Southwest card can also provide purchase and travel protection, like auto rental collision damage waivers, lost luggage reimbursement, baggage delay insurance, and extended warranty protection. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is a Southwest Airlines credit card a good option?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f9dee679-8b21-4c46-9827-718ea817cfbb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe highest bonus for a Southwest Airlines credit card right now is on the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business credit card. If you spend $5,000 within the first 3 months on purchases, you'll earn 80,000 points. For non-business owners, each of the Southwest Rapid Rewards credit cards earns 60,000 points after you spend $1,000 in the first 3 months of opening the card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the highest bonus for a Southwest Airlines credit card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"20ebfc7c-f694-4946-b67e-3dbe1f0a72b3\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWith a Southwest Rapid Rewards card, 35,000 qualifying points (\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.southwest.com\u002Fhelp\u002Frapid-rewards\u002Frapid-rewards-tiers" target="_blank"\u003Esee details\u003C\u002Fa\u003E) will make you an A-List Member. This grants you reserved check-in, a 25% earning bonus on all qualifying Southwest flights, \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.southwest.com\u002Fhelp\u002Frapid-rewards\u002Frapid-rewards-tiers" target="_blank"\u003Eand more\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo become an A-List Preferred Member, you need 70,000 qualifying points (\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.southwest.com\u002Fhelp\u002Frapid-rewards\u002Frapid-rewards-tiers" target="_blank"\u003Esee details\u003C\u002Fa\u003E). Additional benefits include inflight Wi-Fi on equipped planes, a 100% earning bonus on all qualifying Southwest flights, \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.southwest.com\u002Fhelp\u002Frapid-rewards\u002Frapid-rewards-tiers" target="_blank"\u003Eand more\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How many Southwest points do you need to earn A-List status?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"a7c20e71-74ae-4d7c-a027-2ba6f7faf6f8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA Chase Southwest Airlines credit card is not hard to get if you have good or excellent credit. The higher your credit score, the better your chances are of \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fhow-to-get-apply-for-a-credit-card-and-actually-get-approved\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Egetting approved\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for a Chase Southwest card. To increase your chances of getting a card, make sure to pay all your bills on time, keep your debt-to-income ratio low, and avoid \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fhow-long-should-you-wait-before-applying-for-another-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Eapplying for too many cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in a short time period.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is it hard to get approved for a Chase Southwest Airlines credit card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b4c72dce-e6cb-4268-b4a1-e36724dd3c25\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ETo find the best Southwest Airlines credit cards, we compared several features:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAPR: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThe APR is the annual percentage rate, or the amount of interest you will pay on purchases. This amount varies by card and your credit history and score. Some credit cards will offer a low or 0% introductory APR for a certain length of time when you are approved for a card.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBenefits and rewards: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThe benefits and rewards you can earn (or are already included) with a credit card vary widely by issuer and card type. Some cards earn cash back, while others earn points you can use towards travel, gas, groceries, and other purchases.&nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFees:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Credit card companies will often charge fees as a condition of using the card for purchases. The most common credit card fees are an annual fee, billed yearly to your account as long as it remains active, and a foreign transaction fee, which is a percentage of the cost of a purchase made in a foreign country. Fee schedules vary by card and company, so be sure to review them before choosing a credit card.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIntroductory bonus:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E An introductory bonus is an incentive or group of incentives a card issuer offers when you're approved for the card. Southwest Airlines credit cards offer bonus points if you spend a certain amount within a few months of opening the card.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these credit cards?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cab834ae-889b-4188-adaa-ddf5d6909ad0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThese credit cards for travel are also good options:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECapital One Venture Rewards Card\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EThis card earns you 2 miles on every purchase and 5 miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel. It comes with a 75,000 introductory bonus when you spend at least $4,000 in the first three months of card opening.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fthe-chase-sapphire-preferred-great-for-general-travelers\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EChase Sapphire Preferred\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: This card is a great choice for travelers who don't have a preference in airline, hotel, or rental car company. It comes with a $95 annual fee, and you can earn 5 points for every dollar spent on travel.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative credit cards worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-04-29 04:46:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"What is the best Southwest Airlines credit card? It is the Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority card, which offers an annual travel credit, upgraded boardings, and unlimited tier qualifying points on everyday spending.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"c3036929-2dba-4b79-a5e3-23ebafbbcdad",image:{id:"b752f6c6-2a7f-4106-bfb6-46d22948e97e",filename:"gettyimages-1239716021.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-04-14 18:24:54",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"gettyimages-1239716021.jpg",credits:"Daniel Slim \u002F Getty",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F14\u002Fb752f6c6-2a7f-4106-bfb6-46d22948e97e\u002Fgettyimages-1239716021.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1024,height:681,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Finance^Credit Cards",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"The 5 best Southwest Airlines credit cards: Unlimited tier qualifying points",section:b,slug:"best-southwest-airlines-credit-card",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The 5 best Southwest Airlines credit cards of 2022",topic:{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0fe9b07a-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"banking",name:"Banking",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"11baf11b-3a05-49bc-9e65-f704f249f582",slug:"digital-assets",name:"Digital Assets",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"74cfda70-fed9-47f5-b27e-f508b105c76f",username:"Mandy Sleight",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Mandy",lastName:"Sleight",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"887522cb-bafd-4ac6-bef5-89319a0851ec",filename:"mandy-sleight-author.png",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-07-06 17:22:43",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F07\u002F06\u002F887522cb-bafd-4ac6-bef5-89319a0851ec\u002Fmandy-sleight-author.png",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Mandy Sleight has three years of experience writing for insurance websites such as Bankrate.com, MoneyGeek and The Simple Dollar, and has been a licensed insurance agent since 2005. Mandy writes about auto, homeowners, renters, life insurance, disability and supplemental insurance products.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EIt doesn't matter if you're self-employed, own a small business, or just travel frequently for work; your business spending should be rewarded. The best way to make the most out of your everyday business expenditures is by using a reward credit card. With the right travel reward business credit cards, you can earn cashback or points towards future travel plans without having to spend more than you normally do. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"fabe4bb9-4c98-45f7-a372-56ab60da205e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Ink Business Preferred® credit card is the best overall travel rewards business credit card because of its flexibility in using points for cashback or travel rewards. At Chase, you can get a 1:1 or points transfer to 10 airline travel partners and three hotel travel partners or redeem points for gift cards, merchandise, or the Apple store. When redeeming rewards in the Chase Ultimate Rewards portal, your points are worth 25% more when redeemed directly for airfare, car rentals, cruises, and hotels.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are other perks with the \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fchase-ink-business-preferred-card-review\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EInk Business Preferred® credit card\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, like trip cancellation and interruption insurance, roadside assistance, rental car insurance, purchase extended warranty protection. Your employees can also get free cards, which you can easily track online and set spending limits anytime. This travel rewards business credit card also offers cell phone protection, which offers damage and theft protection up to $500 per claim for all cardholders, including employees. And, if you like the card, you can refer other business owners and get up to 100,000 additional points each year when they are approved for a Chase business card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIntroductory welcome bonus\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo foreign transaction fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPoints are worth 25% more when redeemed through the Chase Ultimate Rewards portal\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETiered rewards program\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EReferral bonus\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$95 annual fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E5% balance transfer fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHigher cashback rewards limited to the first $150,000 annual spend\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Chase Ink Business Preferred® Card\" data-superlative=\"Best overall travel rewards business credit card\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"1219b3ee-24be-4ee1-a852-e21fa73e831d","slug":"chase-ink-business-preferred","label":"Chase Ink Business Preferred","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product","typeLabel":"Tech Product","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"1219b3ee-24be-4ee1-a852-e21fa73e831d","name":"Chase Ink Business Preferred","slug":"chase-ink-business-preferred","productType":"PRODUCT","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1645047613082,"displayDate":"Wed Feb 16 2022 16:40:13 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682604&cr=28296&last_updated=1598579208","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"5e817246-421a-4019-acdf-2ab74887a99a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you aren't loyal to one airline, the Capital One Spark Miles for Business may be the best travel rewards credit card for your business. The annual fee is waived in the first year, and you get 50,000 bonus miles -- equal to $500 -- after spending $4,500 in the first three months. You can easily download purchase records at any time in various formats, like QuickBooks or Excel, which can make accounting much easier.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMiles can be used to book hotels, flights, and vacation packages to over 15 travel partners, including Air France KLM, British Airways, JetBlue, and Qantas. There are no blackout dates or seat restrictions, and Capital One does not put a minimum on points redemption when redeemed for travel. When you have to renew Global Entry or TSA PreCheck, you can activate a $100 travel credit to offset the cost. There are no foreign transaction fees when using the Capital One Spark Miles for Business credit card internationally, and the card also includes free roadside assistance you can use anywhere.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe first year $0 annual fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFree employee cards\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETransfer miles to over 15 travel loyalty programs\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo blackout dates or points minimums to meet\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$95 annual fee after the first year\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo intro APR\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERequires excellent credit\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Capital One Spark Miles for Business Card\" data-superlative=\"Best non-branded airline rewards card for business\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"2cea5df5-5fd3-4892-a4c5-4b0fd2819406","slug":"capital-one-spark-miles-for-business","label":"Capital One Spark Miles for Business","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product","typeLabel":"Tech Product","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"2cea5df5-5fd3-4892-a4c5-4b0fd2819406","name":"Capital One Spark Miles for Business","slug":"capital-one-spark-miles-for-business","productType":"PRODUCT","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1645047715032,"displayDate":"Wed Feb 16 2022 16:41:55 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Capital One","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26684072&cr=31342&last_updated=1651779947","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"7d63d135-67e6-48a1-bc47-cc12bcb9edce\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Business American Express Card may come with a $250 annual fee, but the seasoned business traveler can easily make up for it with incentives. You can get a statement credit up to $100 for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck, 20% off on qualifying in-flight purchases, first checked bag free (up to $60 value), Cabin 1 Priority boarding, and the coveted Status Boost® to get you closer to Medallion® Status.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEach year when your card renews, you get a companion certificate to allow a person of your choosing to fly free with you. Enjoy no foreign transaction fees when flying internationally and get complimentary access to The Centurion® Lounge or Escape Lounge when you purchase your Delta flight ticket with your business credit card.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECompanion certificate\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETravel credits and lounge access\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWelcome bonus\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHigh annual fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELow mile earn on purchases less than $5,000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Business American Express Card\" data-superlative=\"Best branded airline travel rewards card for business\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"ed87328e-a681-4f72-85b6-311470fda769","slug":"delta-skymiles-platinum-business-american-express-card","label":"Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business American Express Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":null,"imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"ed87328e-a681-4f72-85b6-311470fda769","name":"Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business American Express Card","slug":"delta-skymiles-platinum-business-american-express-card","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1655750903343,"displayDate":"Mon Jun 20 2022 14:48:23 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"American Express","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26681952&cr=24087&last_updated=1530652778","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"fc0b3e4a-cd7e-4800-a4f6-eefdc1b9e4d1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you have large business expenses coming up and want to save on interest, consider the Business Advantage Travel Rewards World Master Credit Card. It comes with no annual fee and a generous \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-business-credit-card-zero-percent-apr\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E0% APR\u003C\u002Fa\u003E on purchases for the first 9 billing cycles, then a variable APR 18.24% - 28.24%, the best of all travel business rewards credit cards. When you spend at least $3,000 in the first 90 days, you get 30,000 bonus points which can be redeemed for travel and dining purchases as a $300 statement credit.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the Business Advantage card, there is no limit to how many points you can earn, and they don't expire. If you have a Bank of America business checking account and qualify for Preferred Rewards for Business, you earn up to 75% more points per purchase. This card has no annual fee or international transaction fees. Points can be redeemed for non-travel related incentives like cash back or gift cards. But if you want the most out of your points, book car rental, hotel stays, and plane tickets through the Bank of America Travel Center with no blackout dates.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E0% intro APR for 9 billing cycles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWelcome bonus points\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo annual fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo limit to earning rewards\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMust have excellent credit to be approved\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EExisting Bank of America customers get the best perks\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Bank of America® Business Advantage Travel Rewards World Mastercard® credit card\" data-superlative=\"Best 0% APR travel rewards card for business\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"a6ed9c17-56a8-4fef-a260-667f9f1395b8","slug":"business-advantage-travel-rewards-world-master-credit-card","label":"Business Advantage Travel Rewards World Master Credit Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product","typeLabel":"Tech Product","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"a6ed9c17-56a8-4fef-a260-667f9f1395b8","name":"Business Advantage Travel Rewards World Master Credit Card","slug":"business-advantage-travel-rewards-world-master-credit-card","productType":"PRODUCT","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1645048153632,"displayDate":"Wed Feb 16 2022 16:49:13 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f86208ca-fd58-4463-87dd-3e1be5b1df70\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Wyndham Rewards Earner® Business Card is a great choice for business owners who frequent Hotels by Wyndham properties in over 95 countries worldwide. The Wyndham Rewards program offers a way for you to rack up points quickly with everyday expenditures like gas, marketing, and utilities. For spending $1,000 in the first 60 days and at least $2,000 in the first six months, you can earn 90,000 bonus points, which can mean up to 12 free nights at Hotels by Wyndham.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBeing a Wyndham Rewards Earner® Business Card cardholder also gets you immediate Diamond level membership, which comes with its own perks, such as suite upgrades and welcome gifts at check-in. There is no limit to how many points you can earn in a year with the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Business Card. If Wyndham properties aren't your thing, you can still use your points for several redemptions, including car rentals, plane tickets, airline partner transfers, gift cards, merchandise, and more.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E0% intro APR for 6 months\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFree employee cards\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnnual bonus\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnlimited earning potential\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo foreign transaction fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETransfer points outside hotel network\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$95 annual fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHotel awards may be subject to blackout dates\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELow redemption value outside hotel redemptions\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Wyndham Rewards Earner® Business Card\" data-superlative=\"Best hotel travel rewards card for business\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"7c1a4d00-e72e-4aef-a541-2197e072cef3","slug":"wyndham-rewards-earner-card","label":"Wyndham Rewards Earner Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product","typeLabel":"Tech Product","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"7c1a4d00-e72e-4aef-a541-2197e072cef3","name":"Wyndham Rewards Earner Card","slug":"wyndham-rewards-earner-card","productType":"PRODUCT","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1646413213909,"displayDate":"Fri Mar 04 2022 12:00:13 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"354fb3d4-9b22-4481-8377-5068171ad111\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen choosing the best travel rewards business credit cards, we considered several factors, like annual fees, APRs, redemption and introductory offers, earning structure, new cardmember bonuses, and other perks and benefits. Based on the information compared on dozens of business credit cards, these are some of the best available today.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe information referenced here may not be the most up to date. Fee structures, perks, special offers, rates, and requirements are subject to change without notice. Rates and fees are usually based on the&nbsp;\u003Ca href="http:\u002F\u002Ffedprimerate.com\u002F"\u003Eprime rate\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;and are subject to fluctuation.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these cards?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8a18f6c9-9ce6-4818-81d1-e985413d0228\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best travel rewards credit card for your business is one that meets your purchase needs and goals for travel. The&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbusiness-credit-cards-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Ebusiness credit cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;featured here have a mix of benefits, perks, rewards, and fees to consider when deciding which is the best for your business.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBefore you&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-apply-for-a-business-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Eapply for a business credit card\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, you should be prepared to provide both your personal and business information on the application. Using the card wisely and considering the additional cost of annual fees and accruing interest can help you make the right choice when compared to other perks and incentives.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you don't already have a&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-open-a-business-bank-account\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Ebusiness checking account\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;to keep your business and&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fcan-i-use-a-personal-card-for-business-expenses\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Epersonal finances\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;separate, you should consider which is the best option for your business before applying for a credit card. Separating your personal and business finances will protect your personal assets if the business were to default on a credit card or other loan agreement.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which card is the right one for your business?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"01c5edd7-2054-4bec-b219-16b4202c326a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best business credit card for airline miles depends on your preferred airline. If you have one, you may get the best perks from a \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-airline-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Ebranded airline card\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, like the Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business Card or United Business Mileage Plus. If you don't have a preference, we suggest the Chase Ink Business Preferred Card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best business credit card for airline miles?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"18d733a4-952c-4c4a-b81b-404d0bdef8be\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen you have to use a business credit card, the right card will get you points for business travel, even if the purchase isn't travel related. For example, the Chase&nbsp;Ink Business Preferred Card offers 3x points on advertising, internet services, and cell phone service. For the best results, use your business travel rewards credit card for as many qualifying purchases as possible so you can get the most rewards available.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How do you get points for business travel when you have to use a business credit card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"312e0cad-7588-43a5-987b-83e5f7fb7c06\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-cash-back-credit-card\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Ebest cashback business credit cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E offer several ways to earn and redeem cash for everyday business purchases. The Capital One Spark Cards for Business is a suite of three cashback business credit cards to choose from based on your spending habits and credit history. With the Ink Business Cash by Chase, earn up to 5% in cashback on every dollar you spend. And the Discover It Business Credit Card matches all the cashback rewards you earn in the first year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What are the best cash back business credit cards?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"2a33374b-9911-4632-ba69-6bbc4282a55b\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere are other noteworthy alternatives to consider. But we didn't include these cards because they have high annual fees, require excellent credit to be approved, and may have restrictions on receiving rewards.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Business Platinum Card® from American Express \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26681933&amp;cr=28352&amp;last_updated=1598922554" target="_blank"\u003E(See Rates &amp; Fees)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: This card has a steep $695 annual fee but includes up to a $200 airline fee statement credit and up to $200 in annual Dell credits per year. Airline lounge membership is also included, with Priority Pass access to American Express Centurion lounges and Delta Sky Clubs. If you spend $15,000 in the first 3 months of opening the card, you get an additional 120,000 points while regularly earning 5 points on American Express Travel bookings and 1.5 points on all eligible purchases of $5,000 or more, on up to a total of $2 million per calendar year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EUnited Club℠ Business card: This card comes with a hefty $450 annual fee and requires excellent credit. You can earn 2 miles per dollar spent on United Airlines purchases and 1.5 miles on all other purchases. The welcome offer is 75,000 bonus miles after $5,000 spent in three months. If you regularly travel United, this card gets you to access to the United Club, Premier airport access, and Hertz President's Circle status.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative cards worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"29d70028-abc8-436e-bb80-d1b425f452ac\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F29d70028-abc8-436e-bb80-d1b425f452ac\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2021-09-22 20:30:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Whether you're looking for no annual fee, luxury travel perks, or preferred hotel stays, there's a travel reward business credit card that's right for you.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"e8ced8fe-be6b-4f50-a273-3eaf984050c0",image:{id:"cddedcff-a00d-4106-bc87-9245d67e2909",filename:"credit-card-rewards.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-09-22 15:33:56",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"replace-this-image.jpg",credits:"By Rawpixel.com -- Shutterstock",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F09\u002F22\u002Fcddedcff-a00d-4106-bc87-9245d67e2909\u002Fcredit-card-rewards.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:1069,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Finance^Credit Cards",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"The best travel rewards business credit cards",section:b,slug:"best-travel-rewards-business-credit-card",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Best travel rewards business credit cards",topic:{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"66bba4d9-f9b3-4423-b4b0-8d2aa7d0233a",slug:"american-express",name:"American Express",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"af36937c-c95c-4bf0-9c02-831f70ad9a0c",slug:"best-lists",name:"Best Lists",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"84261707-5816-4c70-94b1-98f8902b4739",username:"sshibu",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Sherin",lastName:"Shibu",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"8efd843a-7142-4081-bcd1-3b6c654432e4",filename:"headshot.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-22 15:09:33",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F22\u002F8efd843a-7142-4081-bcd1-3b6c654432e4\u002Fheadshot.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Sherin Shibu started writing professionally eight years ago at a national startup. Since then she has written for publications centered on tech, startups, innovation, politics, and financial services, including PCMag, Business Insider, InvestmentWires, GovLoop, and Thrive Global. She lives in Queens, NY.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:c,awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EAs a hybrid car owner, you're doing more than saving money on gas and reducing your environmental footprint: You're also benefitting from a better-performing car.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHybrid cars draw from both gas and electric sources of power, resulting in a more efficient ride. They can alternate the engines that they use or use both at the same time for extra power. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-car\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best electric cars\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere's a quick breakdown of the three engine combinations that can go into a hybrid vehicle:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPlug-in hybrid cars can receive a federal income tax credit of up to $7,500 if the car \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fafdc.energy.gov\u002Flaws\u002Felectric-vehicles-for-tax-credit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eis on this list\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. PHEVs have a larger electric battery with more capacity that you can recharge with an external power source.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn a series hybrid system, like the one used by the BMW i3, the internal combustion engine recharges the battery while the electric side of things powers the wheels. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn the parallel hybrid system, like the one used by the Toyota Prius, both the electric motor and the internal combustion engine power the car's movements. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-affordable-electric-cars\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best affordable EVs\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET experts looked at the best hybrid cars on the market going into the new year and selected affordable yet quality options. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c2018f22-0ecf-41fa-8bab-320d2fd25008\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures or tech specs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMPG (city\u002Fhighway\u002Fcombined): 58\u002F53\u002F56\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPower: 121 hp&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAcceleration: 0-60 mph in 7.2 seconds for the newest model\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPrice: $25,075\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Prius is a classic hybrid car that keeps getting better. It ranks well in affordability, with a starting price of $25,075, and it also has great gas mileage at 56 mpg. On a ranking \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.motortrend.com\u002Ffeatures\u002Fbest-gas-mileage-hybrids?slide=21" target="_blank"\u003Eof the hybrid cars with the best gas mileage\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, it was topped only by the Hyundai Ioniq Blue, which has 59 mpg. The 2023 Prius will be the first Toyota vehicle to go \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fpressroom.toyota.com\u002Fhybrid-reborn-2023-toyota-prius-revealed\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E"Beyond Zero" emissions\u003C\u002Fa\u003E as Toyota aims to maximize efficiency with as low emissions as possible. In the Prius L Eco, you have impressive safety features, like the pre-collision system with pedestrian detection and full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control that you can use on the highway to drive at a preset speed while maintaining a preset distance from the driver in front of you.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"2023 Toyota Prius L Eco\" data-superlative=\"The best hybrid car overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Toyota","imageData":{"id":"2abe5139-ee48-4a38-ab19-41e0baa4a750","title":"toyota prius","filename":"toyotaprius.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F08\u002F2abe5139-ee48-4a38-ab19-41e0baa4a750\u002Ftoyotaprius.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":224722,"width":1296,"height":729,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-08 17:15:01","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-12-08 17:15:09","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Toyota","alt":"toyotaprius","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"2abe5139-ee48-4a38-ab19-41e0baa4a750","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Toyota","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"toyotaprius.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F08","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":729,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Toyota\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Toyota","offerPrice":"25075","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.toyota.com\u002Fprius\u002F","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Carfax","offerPrice":"27000","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.carfax.com\u002FUsed-Toyota-Prius-L-Eco_t14332","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Carvana","offerPrice":"26000","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.carvana.com\u002Fcars\u002Ftoyota-prius","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Climate control system with pollen filtration ~Toyota Safety Sense ~High MPG\" data-dislike=\"~Doesn't have a blind spot monitor or intelligent parking assist like the LE and LE AWD-e models\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"4dec891d-7dc2-4111-968c-f8d1bb277b6c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures or tech specs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EElectric + gas MPG: 76\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAcceleration 0-60 mph \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.motortrend.com\u002Fcars\u002Fhyundai\u002Fsanta-fe-plug-in-hybrid\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Ein 7 seconds\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EElectrical total range: 30 miles\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPower: 261 hp\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPrice: $40,000 (\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fafdc.energy.gov\u002Flaws\u002Felectric-vehicles-for-tax-credit" target="_blank"\u003Ebefore a $7,500 federal tax credit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Hyundai Santa Fe plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is perfect for families with its large cargo volume and safety features. It has collision-avoidance assist features, lane-keeping assist, smart cruise control, and more. The Hyundai digital key allows you to lock the doors of your vehicle from the app, and it even remembers your seat, mirror, and navigation settings. You also get heated front seats and an all-wheel drive for extra stability in all road conditions. This is a plug-in hybrid, so it has a higher-capacity electric battery when compared to a series or parallel hybrid system. You can recharge the car with an external power source. The PHEV status of this car&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fafdc.energy.gov\u002Flaws\u002Felectric-vehicles-for-tax-credit" target="_blank"\u003Equalifies it for a federal tax credit of up to $7,500.\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E:&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-new-ev-tax-credit-is-complicated-heres-who-qualifies\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EThe new EV tax credit is complicated. 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The BMW xDrive system is the foundation of this car, taking you through any terrain with ease. The intelligent, all-wheel system collects and uses your driving data to transfer power to each wheel for the best control of your car in every season. If you lose traction on a slick or snow-filled road, the xDrive Dynamic Stability Control feature helps minimize the loss of traction so that you can power out of snow and drive safely. You can charge this car's electric battery easily with a BMW Wallbox or any power outlet, and you can check your charging status, range, and more from the My BMW app.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"2023 BMW X5 xDrive45e\" data-superlative=\"Best luxury hybrid\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"BMW","imageData":{"id":"03fdd45c-6c0d-42d0-9034-36f9a5d5fe1a","title":"bmwx5","filename":"bmwx5.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F07\u002F03fdd45c-6c0d-42d0-9034-36f9a5d5fe1a\u002Fbmwx5.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":172223,"width":1296,"height":729,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-07 16:52:22","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-12-07 16:52:29","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"BMW","alt":"bmwx5","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"03fdd45c-6c0d-42d0-9034-36f9a5d5fe1a","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"BMW","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"bmwx5.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F07","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":729,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"BMW\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"BMW","offerPrice":"65700","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bmwusa.com\u002Fvehicles\u002Fx-models\u002Fx5\u002Fsports-activity-vehicle\u002Fplug-in-hybrid.html#!#features-and-specifications","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fcarvana.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F881376\u002F12225?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.carvana.com%2Fcars%2Fbmw-x5%2Fhybrid&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Carvana","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.carvana.com\u002Fcars\u002Fbmw-x5\u002Fhybrid","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fcarvana.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F881376\u002F12225?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.carvana.com%2Fcars%2Fbmw-x5%2Fhybrid&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Eligible for a federal tax credit of up to $7,500 ~30 miles of all-electric range ~All-wheel system automatically balances power for safer driving ~Check on the car with the My BMW app\" data-dislike=\"~Can be too expensive for some, even with the tax credit\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"74dfb47f-872d-4373-b370-bab5d3f66907\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures or tech specs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMPG: 53\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAcceleration (0-60): 9.1 seconds\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EProjected driving range: 479-588 miles\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPrice: $26,490\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Kia Niro hybrid boasts an impressive driving range of up to 588 miles -- meaning less time at gas stations or charging stations for your car. Kia uses a parallel hybrid system for this car, and regenerative braking too. You get a touchscreen display that shows you navigation and diagnostic information about your vehicle, and you get standard safety features too, like collision avoidance assist, lane following assist to keep you at the center of your lane, and highway driving assist that helps you match posted speed limits.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are also plug-in hybrid and EV options for the Kia Niro, but \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fafdc.energy.gov\u002Flaws\u002Felectric-vehicles-for-tax-credit" target="_blank"\u003Eneither option qualifies for the federal tax credit.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Kia Niro Hybrid\" data-superlative=\"Best for driving range\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Kia","imageData":{"id":"77fdc522-fb41-43cb-acfd-d4f460eceec6","title":"Kia Niro Hybrid","filename":"kianiro.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F08\u002F77fdc522-fb41-43cb-acfd-d4f460eceec6\u002Fkianiro.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":203848,"width":1296,"height":729,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-08 18:52:40","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-12-08 18:52:50","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Kia","alt":"kianiro","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"77fdc522-fb41-43cb-acfd-d4f460eceec6","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Kia","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"kianiro.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F08","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":729,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Kia\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Kia","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.kia.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Fniro","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Carvana","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.carvana.com\u002Fcars\u002Fkia-niro","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~High projected driving range ~Sound-absorbing windshield glass ~Kia Drive Wise driver assist ~Touchscreen entertainment\" data-dislike=\"~No all-wheel drive\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"db41312c-45b7-4852-9383-d7add6ce62b1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures or tech specs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMPG: 52\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPower: 107 hp&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAcceleration: 0-60 mph in 7.7 seconds\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPrice: $26,855\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Honda Insight is a quietly powerful hybrid that packs in 52 mpg and accelerates well. It's a functional car that prioritizes the user, with precision steering, a responsive touchscreen entertainment system that syncs up with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, and plenty of cargo storage space. You can get more storage with the Toyota Prius, but the 15 cubic feet of storage with the Insight could be more than enough for your needs. The safety features included with the Insight are essential, like a rearview camera, stop sign recognition, blind spot monitoring, and more. Honda discontinued the Insight in June, but you can still purchase a used model.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Honda Insight\" data-superlative=\"Best used hybrid\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Honda","imageData":{"id":"9b29d991-ee03-457e-837a-ec9781e6d245","title":"Honda Insight","filename":"screen-shot-2022-12-09-at-3-51-08-pm.png","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F09\u002F9b29d991-ee03-457e-837a-ec9781e6d245\u002Fscreen-shot-2022-12-09-at-3-51-08-pm.png","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":1362676,"width":1342,"height":764,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-09 23:53:42","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-12-09 23:54:04","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fpng","deleted":false,"credits":"Honda","alt":"The Honda Insight is seen driving on a road.","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"9b29d991-ee03-457e-837a-ec9781e6d245","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Honda","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"screen-shot-2022-12-09-at-3-51-08-pm.png","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F09","imageWidth":1342,"imageHeight":764,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Honda\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Honda","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hondacertified.com\u002F","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fcarvana.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F881376\u002F12225?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.carvana.com%2Fcars%2Fhonda-insight&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Carvana","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.carvana.com\u002Fcars\u002Fhonda-insight","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fcarvana.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F881376\u002F12225?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.carvana.com%2Fcars%2Fhonda-insight&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Great fuel economy ~Standard safety features ~Good steering precision ~Entertainment system with touchscreen display\" data-dislike=\"~15 cubic feet of cargo storage is less than competitors like the Prius\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c1a419c1-19af-4522-8912-48381505968d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Toyota Prius L Eco stood out among the other options for its affordability and high fuel economy. For the price, you're getting a dependable hybrid with a long history. Toyota's climate-neutral commitments are also a standout. The other vehicles on this list offer their own benefits, depending on what you prioritize.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHybrid car\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice (before any eligible tax credits)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMPG\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAcceleration (0-60)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToyota Prius L Eco\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$25,075\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E56\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7.2 seconds&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$40,000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E76\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7 seconds&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBMW X5 xDrive45e\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$65,700\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E50 (only electric), 20 (gas only)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E5.3 seconds\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKia Niro Hybrid\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$26,490\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E53\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E9.1 seconds\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHonda Insight\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$26,855\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E52\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7.7 seconds&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best hybrid car?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cc870d10-dedf-4cdd-b35f-509c47cc3b42\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EEach option below is uniquely suited to different lifestyles. If you know you're interested in a car that qualifies for the federal tax credit, the Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV and the BMW X5 xDrive45e PHEV are your best options. The Toyota Prius, Kia Niro, and Honda Insight will appeal to a variety of other buyers looking for a different type of hybrid. If you're set on a used vehicle, consider the Honda Insight.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this hybrid car…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToyota Prius L Eco\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn affordable, fuel-efficient hybrid&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHyundai Santa Fe PHEV\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn affordable, family-friendly SUV\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBMW X5 xDrive45e PHEV\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELuxury, powerful sports activity vehicle\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKia Niro Hybrid\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn impressive driving range and user-focused details\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHonda Insight\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA high fuel economy hybrid\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right hybrid car for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"280b4abe-1ff6-479d-8ac4-67c69fc92667\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWe wanted this list to be different and highlight use cases, not just technical specifications. A hybrid car that might have great features might not have made it on this list because another vehicle outshone it for usability. I wanted to make sure that I could make a case for each of the cars highlighted here in terms of how the vehicle connects to your life, and&nbsp;how it might improve your life. Performance mattered, as well as comfort and the tech the car used.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these hybrid cars?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EYou save money on gas, \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.earlstewarttoyota.com\u002Fbenefits-of-hybrid-cars\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Eover $3,000 every year on average\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and benefit from a more environmentally-friendly vehicle. Hybrid cars can also have better performance than their gas-powered counterparts because they have both gas and electric sources of power to draw from. Hybrid engines can alternate the engines that they use or use both.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What are the benefits of a hybrid car?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EHybrid cars take in more fuel than they usually do at colder temperatures \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.jdpower.com\u002Fcars\u002Fshopping-guides\u002Fwhat-are-the-disadvantages-of-a-hybrid-car" target="_blank"\u003Ebecause hybrid batteries need more time to warm up during those months\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHybrid cars feature complex technology, like an electric motor, specific gears, etc, that leads to higher initial costs and maintenance costs. If you buy a new hybrid, you'll probably get a warranty with it, but if you're buying used, you're taking more of a risk.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What are the disadvantages of a hybrid car?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EPlug-in hybrid cars are eligible for a federal income tax credit of up to $7,500 if the car \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fafdc.energy.gov\u002Flaws\u002Felectric-vehicles-for-tax-credit" target="_blank"\u003Eis on this list\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. A plug-in hybrid is different from a series or parallel hybrid system because it has a higher-capacity battery. You can recharge the car with an external power source. In a series hybrid system, like the BMW i3, the internal combustion engine recharges the battery while the electric side of things powers the wheels. In the parallel hybrid system, found in the Toyota Prius, both the electric motor and the internal combustion engine power the car's movements.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Do hybrid cars qualify for a federal tax credit?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"32024c0e-7557-470f-80fe-cb796334ee11\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EOf course. There are plenty of options out there to suit any budget or need. 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On this list, I compiled some of the best gadgets to keep in your car, so regardless of where the road takes you, you're prepared, safe, guided, aware, and even entertained.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmy-3-must-have-car-accessories-this-phone-mount-charger-and-cable\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMy 3 must-have car accessories: This phone mount, charger, and cable\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are a lot of car gadgets out there that promise safety, an upgraded ride, and convenience. To find what people have at the top of their essentials lists, and to find which were the best in class, I chatted with people passionate about their car gadgets and conducted some classic deep-internet dive research of my own. 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Employing Inflate Right technology, you can plug in the cord, set your desired pressure on the display, and walk away to let the inflator do its thing.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn college, Ortiz reaped the benefits firsthand when she unknowingly had a nail stuck in her tire and kept getting a low tire pressure warning.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E"Instead of panicking and dragging myself to a gas station, which can even be dangerous at night, I would just plug the tire inflator into my cigarette lighter and calmly fill the tires with air from the comfort of my driveway," Ortiz said.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThough small, the Slime Inflator is powerful with a 6-minute inflation time from flat to functional tire. The tire is sensor safe and has a universal fit. 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It also has a flashlight that could come in handy," she said.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs Ortiz mentions, the Noco Boost has battery starting capabilities, a portable power bank, an LED flashlight, and even an emergency strobe light function, Essentially, it's now my answer to the "what's one item you'd take with you on a stranded Island," question.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe 8.3 x 4.6-inch battery pack also comes with heavy-duty power clamps and jumper cables for up to 6-liter gas engines (3-liter for Diesel), a Micro USB charging cable, and a storage bag.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBottom line, this battery is feature-rich while still managing a compact design and easy-to-use interface, making it a great car tech gadget in case of emergencies.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Noco Boost GB40 portable car battery\" data-superlative=\"Best car gadget for emergencies\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Noco portable car battery pack","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"3821d865-b65a-4b2a-b5b5-def445fed38a","title":"Noco portable car battery pack","filename":"noco-portable-car-battery-pack.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F03\u002F24\u002F3821d865-b65a-4b2a-b5b5-def445fed38a\u002Fnoco-portable-car-battery-pack.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":180218,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-03-24 17:52:55","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-03-24 17:53:20","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"ZDNET","alt":"Noco portable car battery pack","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"3821d865-b65a-4b2a-b5b5-def445fed38a","imageAltText":"Noco portable car battery pack","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"noco-portable-car-battery-pack.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F03\u002F24","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Noco\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter\u002Fdp\u002FB015TKUPIC\u002Fref=sr_1_5?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"100","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter\u002Fdp\u002FB015TKUPIC\u002Fref=sr_1_5","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter\u002Fdp\u002FB015TKUPIC\u002Fref=sr_1_5?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Autozone","offerPrice":"120","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.autozone.com\u002Ftest-scan-and-specialty-tools\u002Fjump-starter\u002Fp\u002Fnoco-genius-1000-amp-lithium-portable-jump-starter\u002F824997_0_0?","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Compact ~Multi-functional ~Jumper cables included\" data-dislike=\"~Only compatible with 3-liter Diesel engines and 6-liter gas engines ~May have to use the manual override button for more powerful voltage\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"78000d68-5c97-40b9-95c5-77631010cc05\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAuto-Vox CS-2 Wireless backup camera f\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eeatures:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EDashboard mount\u002F surface mount | 110-degree real angle view | 480P image quality | 1P68 rating&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm lucky -- and so are many other drivers -- that my car had a built-in backup camera. If yours doesn't, this wireless backup camera may save you the stress of navigating tight parking spaces, not to mention the pain from constantly craning your neck.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Auto-Vox, 4.3-inch digital wireless backup camera is simple to use and install, durable, and promises a wireless range up of to 100 feet in the open area. For all these reasons, it even earned ZDNET's reigning title of \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-backup-camera\u002F"\u003Ebest overall backup camera\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis backup camera may not be built into your car, but it has customizable features that make it feel as if it were. For example, it shows adjustable parking lines and allows you to adjust it to your vehicle's exact height so that the projected image is proportional, and thanks to the PC1058 sensor, clear and vivid.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe suction cup mount makes for a relatively hassle-free installation on your windshield or dashboard. But the best part? There aren't any wires. The transmitter is promised to be cleverly designed inside the backup camera, so all you need is to attach the rear camera to the license plate and connect it to the reverse light for constant power. And although the camera is on the back of the car, it's waterproof with an IP68 rating and can withstand anywhere from -4 to 149 degrees Fahrenheit.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-backup-camera\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best backup cameras of 2023\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Auto-Vox CS-2 Wireless backup camera\" data-superlative=\"Best car gadget for cars without a built-in backup camera\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Auto-Vox\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"9c505a4f-ed53-4d42-9e1a-52777b6de51b","title":"AVOX backup camera","filename":"backup-camera.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F03\u002F24\u002F9c505a4f-ed53-4d42-9e1a-52777b6de51b\u002Fbackup-camera.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":235916,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-03-24 17:50:44","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-03-24 17:50:58","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"ZDNET","alt":"backup-camera","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"9c505a4f-ed53-4d42-9e1a-52777b6de51b","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Auto-Vox\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"backup-camera.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F03\u002F24","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Auto-Vox\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FAUTO-VOX-Digital-Wireless-Backup-Camera-Kit-CS-2-Stable-Signal-Rear-View-Monitor-and-Reversing-Camera-for-Vans-Trucks-Camping-Cars-RVs%2F287697454%3F&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"89","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FAUTO-VOX-Digital-Wireless-Backup-Camera-Kit-CS-2-Stable-Signal-Rear-View-Monitor-and-Reversing-Camera-for-Vans-Trucks-Camping-Cars-RVs\u002F287697454?","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FAUTO-VOX-Digital-Wireless-Backup-Camera-Kit-CS-2-Stable-Signal-Rear-View-Monitor-and-Reversing-Camera-for-Vans-Trucks-Camping-Cars-RVs%2F287697454%3F&subId1=subid_value"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDigital-Wireless-CS-2-Monitor-Reversing\u002Fdp\u002FB07GVC156F\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"120","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDigital-Wireless-CS-2-Monitor-Reversing\u002Fdp\u002FB07GVC156F\u002F","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDigital-Wireless-CS-2-Monitor-Reversing\u002Fdp\u002FB07GVC156F\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Easy installation ~110-degree camera angle ~Durable and wireless\" data-dislike=\"~Even though customizable, works best on shorter vehicles ~Limited resolution\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"fbcf7c40-812b-49b2-b8f7-1337da4ec796\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECarpuride 2023 f\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eeatures:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EBluetooth wireless communication | Siri and\u002For Google Voice Control | Self-adhesive dashboard mount | IPS touchscreen\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMore cars are starting to\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhome-entertainment\u002Fces-2023-lg-talks-new-cockpit-computer-transparent-oled-color-changing-fridge-and-more\u002F"\u003E incorporate computers\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, whether that's Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. If you want to reap the benefits of a multimedia screen, but don't want to upgrade to an entirely new car, Curpuride provides an easy solution.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd from what I can tell, most users, like TikTok tech influencer, \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tiktok.com\u002F@gizmoegram\u002Fvideo\u002F7188968685535513862"\u003Egizmoegram\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, are impressed by the ease of the setup, touch control responsiveness, and screen resolution quality.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EComing in 7-inch and 9-inch screen options, both screens are modern and sleek, capable of displaying your maps, music, and calls. To set up, just use the self-adhesive sticker so it can attach to your dashboard or windshield, connect the wire to the cigarette power supply, and then pair it with your phone via Bluetooth. In a matter of seconds, you'll have a DIY smart car for only $230.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo me, the Carpuride's standout feature is its compatibility with both Android and iPhones, making it easy if you share a vehicle with someone of the opposite smartphone. It's also worth noting that there's an option to buy the Carpuride and the&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FCarpuride-Touchscreen-Wireless-Portable-Dashboard\u002Fdp\u002FB0B1CV5LJJ\u002Fref=sr_1_1_sspa?tag=zdnet-deals-20"\u003Eattached backup camera\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for a fully integrated system.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Carpuride 2023\" data-superlative=\"Best car gadget to add Apple Carplay or Android Auto to your car\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Carpuride\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"b2f6804e-18dc-4ca8-9d76-8782b2c7baaa","title":"Carpuride 2023","filename":"carpuride.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F03\u002F24\u002Fb2f6804e-18dc-4ca8-9d76-8782b2c7baaa\u002Fcarpuride.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":176729,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-03-24 17:55:34","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-03-24 17:55:48","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"ZDNET","alt":"carpuride 2023","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"b2f6804e-18dc-4ca8-9d76-8782b2c7baaa","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Carpuride\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"carpuride.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F03\u002F24","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Carpuride\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FCARPURIDE-Wireless-Touchscreen-Multimedia-Bluetooth\u002Fdp\u002FB09HZ5JHN2\u002Fref=sr_1_4?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"250","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FCARPURIDE-Wireless-Touchscreen-Multimedia-Bluetooth\u002Fdp\u002FB09HZ5JHN2\u002Fref=sr_1_4?","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FCARPURIDE-Wireless-Touchscreen-Multimedia-Bluetooth\u002Fdp\u002FB09HZ5JHN2\u002Fref=sr_1_4?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Carpuride","offerPrice":"280","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fcarpuride.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fcarpuride-w103-portable-smart-multimedia-dual-bluetooth-dashboard-console-1?gclid=CjwKCAjwzuqgBhAcEiwAdj5dRjHJ1_Q_TnAC5UWVCCIKtCa3aJu-T8DDfi7ooxyuFiIPSHICiM6WRRoCgRwQAvD_BwE","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Compatible with Android and iPhone ~Easy installation ~ USB charging ~Voice control\" data-dislike=\"~FM connection can be spotty ~Pricey ~Still need a cord; not completely wireless\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"78c885fe-2858-4700-80df-904a0a8908f7\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESuperiorTek 5.0 Wireless CarPlay Adapter f\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eeatures:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ESync to Bluetooth Connection | Smart IC chip | Auto-connect after first set-up&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant the benefits of CarPlay without the cable salad? ZDNET's Adrian Kingsley-Hughes thinks a dongle like the SuperiorTek 5.0 is "well worth taking a look at." The SuperiorTek 5.0's Sync to Bluetooth connection allows you to skip the hassle of plugging in your iPhone every time you get into the car.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhow-to-add-wireless-apple-carplay-to-your-car\u002F"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to add wireless Apple CarPlay to your car&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis adapter is my top pick because it works with all factory-wired CarPlay cars, is compatible with iPhone 5 or newer as long as they're running iOS7.1 or later, and has a compact size that won't clutter your car. While you may experience some latency with a dongle versus a direct-wired connection, it shouldn't be more than 30 seconds -- and if your patience is more plentiful than your space for wires, it's worth it.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"SuperiorTek 5.0 Wireless CarPlay Adapter\" data-superlative=\"The best car gadget for adding wireless Apple CarPlay\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"SuperiorTek\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"c0fa18c5-4fb7-46eb-81d9-9356bcc8484d","title":"SuperiorTek 5.0","filename":"wireless-carplay.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F03\u002F24\u002Fc0fa18c5-4fb7-46eb-81d9-9356bcc8484d\u002Fwireless-carplay.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":74114,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-03-24 17:59:18","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-03-24 17:59:46","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"ZDNET","alt":"SuperiorTek 5.0 in black against a grey background.","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"c0fa18c5-4fb7-46eb-81d9-9356bcc8484d","imageAltText":"placeholder-product-image-for-best-lists.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"SuperiorTek\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"wireless-carplay.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F03\u002F24","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"SuperiorTek\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSuperiorTek-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-Factory\u002Fdp\u002FB0BG79N5PQ?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"130","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSuperiorTek-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-Factory\u002Fdp\u002FB0BG79N5PQ?","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSuperiorTek-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-Factory\u002Fdp\u002FB0BG79N5PQ?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FSuperiorTek-5-0-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-for-All-Factory-Wired-CarPlay-Cars-Wireless-CarPlay-Dongle-Convert-Wired-to-Wireless-CarPlay-top1A13%2F1983374169&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"220","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FSuperiorTek-5-0-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-for-All-Factory-Wired-CarPlay-Cars-Wireless-CarPlay-Dongle-Convert-Wired-to-Wireless-CarPlay-top1A13\u002F1983374169","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FSuperiorTek-5-0-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-for-All-Factory-Wired-CarPlay-Cars-Wireless-CarPlay-Dongle-Convert-Wired-to-Wireless-CarPlay-top1A13%2F1983374169&subId1=subid_value"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FSuperiorTek-5-0-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-for-All-Factory-Wired-CarPlay-Cars-Wireless-CarPlay-Dongle-Convert-Wired-to-Wireless-CarPlay-top1s%2F1433981538&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"90","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FSuperiorTek-5-0-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-for-All-Factory-Wired-CarPlay-Cars-Wireless-CarPlay-Dongle-Convert-Wired-to-Wireless-CarPlay-top1s\u002F1433981538","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FSuperiorTek-5-0-Wireless-CarPlay-Adapter-for-All-Factory-Wired-CarPlay-Cars-Wireless-CarPlay-Dongle-Convert-Wired-to-Wireless-CarPlay-top1s%2F1433981538&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Compact ~Provides a wireless solution to Apple CarPlay ~Bluetooth Sync\" data-dislike=\"~Pricey for an adapter ~Some latency issues\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8e068ed3-abb4-472a-a2c2-1ca8604bcf1d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen it comes to gadgets to keep in your glove box to spruce up your car, it's important to consider safety, ease, and even multi-functionality. Here are the top items to consider, their respective prices, main functions, how they connect, and their size.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECar gadget&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMain function&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EConnectivity\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECompact\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESlime Digital Tire Inflator\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$17&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPortable tire inflation and pressure checker&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric Cord that fits&nbsp;12V power source\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✓\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENoco Boost GB40 portable car battery&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$119\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPortable car battery with a flashlight and phone charger&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJumpers connect to engine&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✓\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAuto-Vox CS-2 Wireless backup camera&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$90\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMountable Backup camera\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWireless transmission&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✓\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECarpuride 2023&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$229&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMountable CarPlay or Android Auto&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWire connects to 12V car power source&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✓\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESuperiorTek 5.0 Wireless CarPlay Adapter&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$129&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWireless CarPlay\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPlug-and-play to power outlet&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E✓\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What's the best gadget to have in your car?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"65474b26-90c2-4eee-bda5-a005bcbe6f10\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI think most of the items on this list are helpful, especially the safety-focused tire inflator and car battery. However, some may not be applicable depending on the type of car you have. Here's the breakdown of which car gadget is best suited for your needs and ride. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this best car gadget…&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you…&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESlime Digital Tire Inflator\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant to quickly and safely fill up your tires and check your tire pressure. It's compact, easy to use, and has a 6-minute inflation time.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENoco Boost GB40 portable car battery\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant a portable, easy-to-use booster pack that's stocked with other safety features. You can use this if your car doesn't start, to charge your phone, or&nbsp;as a flashlight.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAuto-Vox CS-2 Wireless backup camera\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDon't have a built-in backup camera. If you want some extra eyes when getting into a tough parking spot, this mountable camera is easy to set up and use.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECarpuride 2023\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant Apple CarPlay or Android Auto without investing in a new car. This touchscreen multimedia tablet syncs to your phone and even your radio to take your car from low to high-tech.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESuperiorTek 5.0 Wireless CarPlay Adapter\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant an easy solution to CarPlay wires. This plug-and-play adapter connects your phone's Bluetooth to CarPlay hands-free.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which car tech gadget should you invest in?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"023f67f2-1e4e-4603-921c-efe3f9fdd0e9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EGrowing up in a city with a \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Ftexasview.org\u002Fwhy-houston-has-no-sidewalks\u002F#:~:text=The%20walk%20score%20of%20Houston,a%20lot%20of%20walkable%20places."\u003Efairly low walkability score\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, I feel like I've spent over half my life in my car. Ironically, I never stocked it full of features to make it easier for me to get around or feel prepared in case of an emergency. I wanted to create a list I wish I'd had when spending ample time behind the wheel and on the road.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo choose which products fit the bill, I talked to ZDNET's Sabrina Ortiz and her mother, Flor Ortiz, an auto expert who has over three decades of industry experience. I also looked at ZDNET's unofficial automotive and tools expert&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fmeet-the-team\u002Fadrian-kingsley-hughes\u002F#author-bio"\u003EAdrian Kingsley-Hughes\u003C\u002Fa\u003E's tips and went down the TikTok rabbit hole to find what enthusiasts and everyday users are using to tech-ify their cars.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did I choose these car gadgets?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen adding tech to your car, I think it's important to consider items that make your driving experience easier and safer. A digital tire pressure sensor or inflator can be a great, simple tech tool, as is a portable battery pack. When it comes to ease, you also might consider adding a smart GPS, car mount, wireless adapter, or multimedia monitor that supports CarPlay or Android Auto.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What technology can I add to my car?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"d19732e9-2115-46ee-bd0c-8d50d410ef31\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EMany cool gadgets can turn your older car into a smart modern vehicle at a much lower cost. For example, I'd consider a mountable multimedia tablet that supports CarPlay or Android Auto, a wireless adapter, a voice assistant like \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FAll-New-Echo-Auto-release-Alexa\u002Fdp\u002FB09X27YPS1\u002Fref=asc_df_B09X27YPS1\u002F?tag=zdnet-deals-20"\u003EAmazon Echo Auto\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, or for ambiance, a multi-color \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FLEDCARE-Multicolor-Interior-Lighting-Bluetooth\u002Fdp\u002FB08F9PF2Y5\u002Fref=sr_1_1?tag=zdnet-deals-20"\u003ELED smart light strip\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How can I make my car smart?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1555caca-a976-4e78-b5df-4435662a7042\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EYes, these days, there are many tech gadgets to deck your car with. 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She shares savvy travel tips that she's learned firsthand circling the globe for more than 25 years. She's a backpacker, expect, and premium traveler who's visited 132 countries (and counting), all seven continents, and hundreds of airline lounges. Her life motto is \"See the world, change the world, have fun doing it!\", and her mission is to inspire others along the journey.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EAirport lounges are no longer limited to first class fliers and airline elites. With lounge access credit card benefits, any savvy cardholder can escape the airport chaos and enter into the world of free airport snacks. Although, beware of the costs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe cards we recommend charge at least $395 in annual fees. But, if you're accustomed to luxury, these cards are more economical for you. With airline fee statement credits, sizeable signup bonuses, complimentary lounge access, and more, there are plenty of credit cards that are worth it for frequent flyers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDifferent credit cards offer different types of lounge access. You'll want to choose a card that matches your flying preferences, including the airlines you like to fly and the airports you frequent. With that in mind, here are our \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-credit-card\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etop picks for credit cards\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with lounge access:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b4629db8-482d-42fd-8180-893064c2975b\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Platinum Card® is the best all-around card for lounge access -- no matter what airline you fly or where you travel. Its lounge benefits give you access to six different airport lounge networks, including Priority Pass Select, American Express Centurion lounges, Delta Sky Clubs (when flying on Delta or Lufthansa same day), Escape lounges, Airspace lounges, and Plaza Premium lounges.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn general, cardholders can access the lounges with up to two additional guests for no charge, unless the lounge network has different rules (additional fees apply for guests at Delta Sky Clubs). American Express allows additional cardholders to access the same lounge benefits as the primary cardmember, however, there is a charge of $175 to add up to three additional users to your American Express Platinum account.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe business version of this card -- The Business Platinum Card® from American Express -- also offers comparable access to these same lounge networks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAccess to six lounge networks\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E24 Centurion Lounges (13 US and 11 abroad)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh value travel benefits and annual credits\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh annual fee of $695\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EFee for additional card users\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAmerican Express Priority Pass excludes participating airport restaurants\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESome of the benefits aren't practical for the average user (like private jet credits)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EYou can read our full review \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Famerican-express-platinum-card-is-695-annual-fee-worth-it\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ehere\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E.\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"The Platinum Card® from American Express\" data-superlative=\"The best credit card for airport lounge access overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"2b512fef-27bf-4012-90f8-2cc55f163478","slug":"american-express-the-platinum-card","label":"American Express The Platinum Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"2b512fef-27bf-4012-90f8-2cc55f163478","name":"American Express The Platinum Card","slug":"american-express-the-platinum-card","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1650919648993,"displayDate":"Mon Apr 25 2022 16:47:28 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"American Express","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26681966&cr=28282&last_updated=1598565914","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"3126d3d9-7202-48bc-9236-2d36bfa277ff\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Chase Sapphire Reserve is the top all-around credit card for avid travelers, and it also comes with solid lounge benefit that are about to get even better.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile Chase's list of lounges you can access as a cardholder isn't as extensive as the Amex Platinum's list, the card does give you full access to Priority Pass for you and two guests, including the participating airport restaurants excluded by American Express's Priority Pass access. This can be a game-changer if your home airport is in a smaller city and has Priority Pass restaurant options but not lounge options.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase has also announced it is planning to open six Sapphire lounges in 2022 and 2023, with the first three slated for New York LaGuardia (LGA), Boston (BOS), and Hong Kong (HKG).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAdditional users on your Chase Sapphire Reserve account do get full access to the same benefits of the primary cardholder, but there is a $75 annual fee per additional card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPriority Pass Select with access to airport restaurants\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E$300 annual travel purchase credit\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EBest travel insurance options\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh annual fee of $550\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E$75 fee per authorized user\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ESapphire lounge network not yet open\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card\" data-superlative=\"Best all-around travel card with a lounge network\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"e836a4ee-8a42-494c-b66a-88c822c0e04b","slug":"chase-sapphire-reserve","label":"Chase Sapphire Reserve","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"e836a4ee-8a42-494c-b66a-88c822c0e04b","name":"Chase Sapphire Reserve","slug":"chase-sapphire-reserve","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1650920060574,"displayDate":"Mon Apr 25 2022 16:54:20 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Chase","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682567&cr=28288&last_updated=1598566309","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b2cc85b1-9a3b-4a0a-ad6e-c142035b16a0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Capital One Venture X Rewards Card is a credit card for the luxury lounge seeker. This card is best for travelers who frequently travel through airports with a Capital One Lounge.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Capital One Lounge is currently open in Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) with locations in Denver (DEN) and Washington Dulles (IAD) opening soon. Venture X cardholders receive unlimited access to the lounges with up to two additional guests at no charge. These lounges offer a full bar, hot food, grab-and-go meals, showers, and even a yoga room with Peloton bikes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to the growing network of Capital One lounges, the Venture X also gives you Priority Pass Select membership for you and two guests, with access to participating airport restaurants included.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECapital One allows you to add four additional cardholders to your Venture X Rewards Card account at no cost, and additional users are able to access the full lounge benefits -- including registration for Priority Pass.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EGrowing network of Capital One Lounges\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ETravel credits on Capital One travel\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo additional user fee for four additional cards\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh annual fee of $395\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EOnly open lounge is currently in DFW\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPriority Pass membership may be discontinued as the Capital One Lounge network grows\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Capital One Venture X Rewards Card\" data-superlative=\"Best for domestic luxury lounges\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"09030976-1148-4e5c-8f4a-183160ee889a","slug":"capital-one-venture-x-rewards","label":"Capital One Venture X Rewards","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":null,"imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"09030976-1148-4e5c-8f4a-183160ee889a","name":"Capital One Venture X Rewards","slug":"capital-one-venture-x-rewards","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1660056522457,"displayDate":"Tue Aug 09 2022 10:48:42 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Capital One","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26684077&cr=31334&last_updated=1651779466","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f1ddfb7b-b737-4a0e-b560-39b3f224693a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Delta SkyMiles Reserve credit card from American Express is the best airline-specific lounge card on the market -- if you're a frequent Delta flyer who often travels solo. The Delta SkyMiles Reserve not only allows you to access Delta Sky Clubs, but you can also gain access to the American Express network of Centurion Lounges when you're flying on Delta and have purchased your ticket using a US-issued American Express card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnlike many of the other cards that allow two of your companions to access the lounge at no charge, the Delta SkyMiles Reserve only covers lounge access for you. Cardholders get two guest passes each year; outside of the guest passes, you may bring two guests at a cost of $50&nbsp;per person when accessing the Sky Club. When accessing the American Express Centurion Lounge with a Delta SkyMiles Reserve card, you may bring up to two guests. However, the cost per person is $50.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile both the American Express Platinum card and the Delta SkyMiles Reserve card offer access to both the Sky Club and the Centurion Lounges, this card may be more appealing to avid Delta flyers. This is especially great for those hoping to maintain levels of elite status, as this card offers Medallion Qualifying Miles earning bonuses.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAccess to American Express Centurion Lounges\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EMedallion Qualifying Miles earning benefits\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDelta SkyMiles bonus earnings\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh annual fee of $550\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAdditional charge for lounge guests\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAnnual fee costs more than a Sky Club membership\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EYou can read our full review&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fdelta-skymilesr-reserve-american-express-card-review\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ehere\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E.\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card\" data-superlative=\"Best for Delta Elites\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"be4f3d72-f937-49e3-805f-64eb9c369e68","slug":"delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card","label":"Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":null,"imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"be4f3d72-f937-49e3-805f-64eb9c369e68","name":"Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card","slug":"delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1660057499691,"displayDate":"Tue Aug 09 2022 11:04:59 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"American Express","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26682032&cr=28278&last_updated=1598565751","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"97084c71-c5d1-4d32-9dec-e611f7d923f4\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Citi AAdvantage World Elite Mastercard grants cardholders and two guests access to American Airline's (AA) network of nearly 50 Admirals Clubs worldwide. Cardholders can also access some Alaska Airlines lounges and Qantas lounges when flying on the respective airline. Selective lounges internationally that are part of the Oneworld network are also accessible.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou do not have to be flying American on the same day to use your Citi AAdvantage World Elite Mastercard, but those who frequent American Airlines will get the most use out of this card's lounge benefits, as nearly every AA hub has one or more lounges to visit.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA major perk to this card is that Citi will allow either immediate family members (such as a spouse or domestic partner and children under 18) or up to two guests traveling with you to the Admirals Club lounge for free. (Some partner lounges require you to be the primary card member to gain access).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAnnual fee costs less than an Admirals Club Annual Membership\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAdditional authorized users can access Admirals Club lounges for no charge\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAA airline benefits and Loyalty Points bonus earnings\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENot a great option if you often fly with other airlines\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EHigh annual fee of $450\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Citi \u002F AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®\" data-superlative=\"Best for American Airlines Elites\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"b2c4693e-a916-4aef-b8de-a65b71a44e13","slug":"citi-aadvantage-executive-world-elite-mastercard","label":"Citi \u002F AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product","typeLabel":"Tech Product","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"b2c4693e-a916-4aef-b8de-a65b71a44e13","name":"Citi \u002F AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard","slug":"citi-aadvantage-executive-world-elite-mastercard","productType":"PRODUCT","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1650992618120,"displayDate":"Tue Apr 26 2022 13:03:38 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Citi","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Foc.brcclx.com\u002Ft\u002F?lid=26683413&cr=28320&last_updated=1598580865","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"bf471920-d20c-4237-a8a6-ef439e7bbd9a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere are many different credit cards that offer access to airport lounges. To select the best card for you, we considered:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Col\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EType of lounge benefit: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EWhich airline you fly and the airport hubs that you visit the most will help you determine which airport lounge rewards card will best meet your needs.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAnnual fee value: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EDoes the lounge access -- alongside the other rewards and benefits of the card -- add up to meet or exceed the value of the annual fee?\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOther travel benefits: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EIn addition to lounge access, most of these cards offer other specific travel benefit including free baggage, priority boarding, or travel credits. These benefits help offset the high annual fees common to luxury travel cards.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Fol\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these airport lounge access credit cards?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"30274f7c-85a5-4ad0-ad20-0ccbd285e99c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Famerican-express-platinum-card-is-695-annual-fee-worth-it\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EThe Platinum Card from American Express\u003C\u002Fa\u003E&nbsp;stands out above the rest as the best credit card for airport lounge access. With six networks as part of the American Express Platinum lounge program, you'll likely be able to access a lounge at almost any airport in the world.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best airport lounge access credit card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"a60980fb-5c3e-4455-a4ff-9ee6d7d39c90\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you have excellent or good credit score, you can get approved. In other words, if your FICO score is above 670, these cards are suited for you.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What's the target credit score for these cards?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ee98bc41-7add-467a-94fc-8fdc9b885d8c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt depends on your travel habits and budget. If you travel frequently, it's pricey to pay for lounge access. Many cards offer complimentary lounge access and are more economical than annual memberships.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best credit cards for airport lounge access justify their annual fees through extensive perks and a network of lounges. So, if you travel often and prefer to kick your feet up, these cards are a great option for you. However, keep in mind that our selection of cards requires at least $395 in annual fees. If you're looking to save money and fly infrequently, don't waste your time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are credit cards with lounge access worth the annual fee?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f312e83f-5d3f-48d4-af94-e78a5292e82c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe right card for you will depend on factors like your airline preferences, frequent travel hubs, and more. Whether you often fly solo or not can also make a difference in your decision. The chart below can help you figure out where to start:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECredit Card\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAnnual Fee\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPriority Pass Select\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELounge Networks\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Platinum Card from American Express\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E$695\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ex (restaurants excluded)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAmerican Express Centurion Lounges\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EPlaza Premium\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EEscape Lounges\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAirspace Lounges\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDelta SkyClub (with same day flight)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase Sapphire Reserve Card\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$550\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ex\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChase Sapphire Lounges (coming soon)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECapital One Venture X Rewards Card\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$395\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003Ex\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECapital One Lounges\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDelta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E$550\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EDelta SkyClub\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAmerican Express Centurion Lounges\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECiti \u002F AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$450\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAdmirals Club\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EAlaska Airlines &amp; Qantas (with same day flight)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which airport lounge access credit card is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1ddfe99c-fcd0-412c-bf23-8ac569eb5867\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EMany of the best credit cards that offer airline lounge access offer some combination of access to either a lounge network or a membership to a specific airline's club. There are also a few cards that offer both.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome popular lounge networks are Priority Pass Select, Escape lounges, Airspace lounges, and Plaza Premium lounges. Each of the large and most popular credit card-issuing banks have also begun to launch their own networks of airline lounges: the American Express Centurion Lounges, the Capital One Lounges, and the recently announced Chase Sapphire Lounges. These networks allow you to visit any of the lounges within their network if your credit card gives you access to their membership.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn the US, each of the large airlines has their own branded airline club, which you can join and access whenever you visit the airport. In lieu of a paid membership, most of the airlines offer a co-branded card that gives you access to their club when you travel. Choosing a card with this type of lounge access is typically best for travelers who frequently fly on a specific airline. These lounges are most often located within that airline's hub cities and in the terminal from which that airline's flights depart, making it convenient if you match your lounge credit card access choice to the airline you'll most likely be flying.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What are the credit card benefits for lounge networks vs. airline clubs?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c2807a89-8ec7-4285-9c13-84fc7f5f8df5\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EPriority Pass is one of the most common lounge network benefits granted by credit cards, including access to more than 500 lounges and airport restaurants around the globe. Not all Priority Pass credit card benefits are created equal, however. Some credit cards, like the Chase Sapphire Reserve and the Capital One Venture X, give you universal access to all Priority Pass airport outlets -- including participating restaurants and lounges. Others, like the American Express cards, offer a select access benefit which only allows you to use lounges and excludes participating restaurants.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you live in a smaller city that has few airport lounges but does have participating Priority Pass restaurants, you'll want to make sure your credit card provides a Priority Pass membership with access to&nbsp;the restaurant benefit.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What can I access with the Priority Pass Select credit card benefit?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1253e647-3983-4023-9944-28df54dae44a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe number of guests that you can bring into the lounge with you will vary by card as well as the amount charged for additional guests. Most cards will allow you to bring two additional guests or one guest and your dependent children. Additional guests will often be charged a discounted daily rate. For your guest to receive the lounge benefit, you, the cardholder, must be present with them.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDo credit card authorized users get lounge access? If you have a partner or dependent who is an authorized user on your credit card, most cards will grant this user the same lounge privileges as the cardholder. You will want to check the exact card terms to confirm.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome credit cards with lounge access charge a high fee to add an additional person, such as the American Express Platinum card. While other cards like the Citi AAdvantage Executive World Elite Mastercard will allow you to gift your Admirals Club lounge access benefits to up to 10 additional users (by making them additional cardholders on your card).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Can I use my credit card benefits to take a guest into the lounge?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"16746fe5-ffbd-4c27-8de0-75514074a731\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to our top recommendations above for credit cards offering lounge access, there are many other options to consider. These may be better suited to meet your needs if you're looking to gain exclusive access to one particular airline's club, are looking for a business card, or are a less frequent traveler.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAmerican Express Business Platinum Card: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EComparable lounge benefits as American Express Platinum personal card\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHilton Honors American Express Card: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E10 Priority Pass Select passes a year\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUnited Club Infinite Card:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Access for cardholder and two guests into United Clubs (excluding Polaris locations)\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUnited℠ Explorer Card: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ETwo one-time United Club passes per year (no guests)\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUnited Club Business Card:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E United Club membership with two guests.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAmerican Express Green Card:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E $100 LoungeBuddy credit\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EU.S. Bank Altitude Reserve Card:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Priority Pass select membership with four lounge visits and four guest passes annually\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECapital One Venture Rewards Credit Card:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Two free Capital One lounge visits per year, and special pricing of $45 per additional visit or guest\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECapital One Spark Miles Card: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ETwo free Capital One lounge visits per year, and special pricing of $45 per additional visit or guest\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative airport lounge access credit cards worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOpinions expressed here are author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.    \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-06-02 20:07:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"What's the best credit card for airport lounge access? The Platinum Card® from American Express is our front runner, but there are plenty of options that will help you secure a comfortable seating and a glass of champagne between flights.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"84af127e-fcce-4261-8157-c85c753b866d",image:{id:"08751822-f704-4bfc-98e3-528b7c14d3e4",filename:"gettyimages-1281027916.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-04-25 20:33:58",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"gettyimages-1281027916.jpg",credits:"wera Rodsawang \u002F Getty",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F25\u002F08751822-f704-4bfc-98e3-528b7c14d3e4\u002Fgettyimages-1281027916.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2120,height:1414,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Finance^Credit Cards",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"The 5 best credit cards for airport lounge access: Travel in comfort",section:b,slug:"best-airport-lounge-access-credit-card",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The 5 best credit cards for airport lounge access in 2022",topic:{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"a4a7fc0f-7c4e-4840-b2fa-d95299fe8023",slug:"credit-cards",name:"Credit Cards",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"af36937c-c95c-4bf0-9c02-831f70ad9a0c",slug:"best-lists",name:"Best Lists",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"bf9804d6-0261-46a3-b776-3ab8f6d8d9e6",username:"Cynthia Paez Bowman",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Cynthia",lastName:"Bowman",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"5188d06b-b9c8-4a07-baae-5d2a56c8b7b7",filename:"cynthia-bowman-author.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-06-10 15:24:39",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F06\u002F10\u002F5188d06b-b9c8-4a07-baae-5d2a56c8b7b7\u002Fcynthia-bowman-author.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Cynthia Paez Bowman is a finance, real estate and international business journalist. Besides ZDNET, her work has been featured in Business Jet Traveler, MSN, CheatSheet.com, Freshome.com and SimpleDollar.com. She owns and operates a small digital marketing and public relations firm that works with select startups and women-owned businesses to provide growth and visibility. Cynthia splits her time between Los Angeles, CA and San Sebastian, Spain. She travels to Africa and the Middle East regularly to consult with women's NGOs about small business development.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EYour smartphone doesn't just help you communicate via call and text -- it also functions as a personal navigator and music player. But during road trips and long commute drives, you may quickly drain your phone's battery, especially if you're streaming audio, using maps, or chatting on the phone via Bluetooth. Keeping your phone charged while you travel is essential, especially if you're driving in unfamiliar territory, or you're commuting to an area with inclement weather. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"f53d99c1-90ce-4b51-b659-0e42b35ffe6b\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Ff53d99c1-90ce-4b51-b659-0e42b35ffe6b\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome newer-model vehicles have wireless car chargers built-in, but most cars haven't developed the functionality yet. Luckily, the best wireless car chargers and mounts enable your phone to hold out longer -- and they can be found online for less than $50. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBest of all, wireless car chargers eliminate the need for cables, which often are lost or left behind. We scoured the market to find the best wireless car chargers available for purchase right now, so you can find the right option for your budget and phone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-iphone-14-pro-and-pro-max-case\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max cases of 2024\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"909f9d6d-79ca-46b7-8636-5c2f9957f1ca\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETech specs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 18W | MagSafe compatible | iPhone 12 and 13 versions |&nbsp;Air vent mount |&nbsp;3.15x3.15x1.26 inches\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMost car chargers have arms or grips that require you to place your phone in the mount just right. They may even limit the phone size, making it hard for users with large devices to find a compatible wireless car charger. ESR's HaloLock wireless car mount is designed for the latest \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-iphone\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EiPhones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and features a clean, flat surface that holds your device in place magnetically, regardless of its size.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's built to work like a \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fiphone-magsafe-style-wireless-charging-could-soon-be-everywhere-including-your-android-phone\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EMagSafe charger\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, capable of charging at high speeds using up to 18 watts of power while still managing heat capably. The ring of magnets is powerful enough to keep your phone secure, even on bumpy roads. Despite the magnetic strength, you can still rotate the HaloLock to portrait or landscape mode to make the most of your screen's display.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"ESR HaloLock Magnetic Wireless Car Charger\" data-superlative=\"Best wireless car charger overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Person's hand placing a wireless car charger into a car vent","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Amazon","imageData":{"id":"d5712fbd-71bd-4d80-8522-ec6aaa7b1bb6","title":"ESR HaloLock Magnetic Wireless Car Charger","filename":"esr-halolock-magnetic-wireless-car-charger.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F10\u002F24\u002Fd5712fbd-71bd-4d80-8522-ec6aaa7b1bb6\u002Fesr-halolock-magnetic-wireless-car-charger.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":320698,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-10-24 20:56:09","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-10-24 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data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Automatic clamps with sensor for easy attachment ~ Can charge incredibly fast (based on the charger cable) ~ Compatible with most phone models\" data-dislike=\"~ Power supply not included ~ Grips might block volume or power buttons on some phone models\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e8be0411-cc7f-43de-9035-b63ff921183d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best wireless car charger is the ESR HaloLock Magnetic Wireless Car Charger due to its MagSafe compatibility, strong magnetic vent mount, and price. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x4 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWireless Car Charger\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPlacement\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWatts\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EESR HaloLock Magnetic Wireless Car Charger \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$25\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAir vent \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E18W \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApps2Car Windshield Wireless Car Charger \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$28 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDashboard, vent, or windshield mount 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Charger Mount \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$43\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVent, dashboard, or windshield mount \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUp to 15W \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best wireless car charger?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"eecf61ea-d281-425a-a781-0ae112e85a5a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EChoosing the best wireless car charger depends on the same factors we used to choose the top five. First, the best wireless car mount for you depends on the model of your \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-phone\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Ephone\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Not all wireless car chargers accept larger phone models. If you have a larger phone, choose a magnetic charger, or one that's compatible with the size of your phone model. &nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, you'll need to decide where the ideal place to mount your wireless charger will be in your vehicle. Your choices are an air vent using a clip, the dashboard, or the windshield using a suction cup attachment. (The best wireless car chargers typically provide you with flexibility to choose from all three options).&nbsp; \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you plan to use your phone to navigate while charging, a model that's easy to mount is best. Most wireless car chargers make attaching the phone into the device a fairly simple task that can be done with just one hand. Unless you use a rugged, bulky cover, you don't even need to remove your phone's protective case to charge wirelessly.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x2 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this wireless car charger...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EESR HaloLock Magnetic Wireless Car Charger \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best overall wireless charger for your phone\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApps2Car Windshield Wireless Car Charger \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA wireless car charger that can go on your car's windshield\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EiOttie Wireless Car Charger \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA charger for larger smartphones\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZeeHoo Wireless Car Charger \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA car charger that can rotate 360 degrees\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDoodbi Wireless Car Charger Mount \t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA wireless car charger that charges your phone super fast\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which wireless car charger is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"7d1531a1-1bff-4a57-a469-2c504e6d719e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best way to start is to make sure the wireless charger is compatible with your phone model. Many wireless car chargers work with major brands such as Apple, Samsung, Google Pixel, and more. However, some chargers are only designed for Apple devices, for example.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnce you find a wireless car mount that works with your smartphone, look for Qi-certified models. Qi-compliant wireless chargers have been tested for the utmost safety and efficiency when it comes to wireless charging. Fast charging speeds are also important. However, a device can only charge as quickly as the cable and phone model you own. We chose models featuring 10 to 15 watts for the fastest charging times possible.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELastly, placement versatility was important when we were evaluating the best wireless car chargers and mounts. We selected models that could be attached to your dashboard or windshield via powerful suction or clamped onto an air vent. All models had to pivot and adjust so you can easily set the ideal angle for your display needs.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these wireless car chargers?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"3fab0973-8204-4cfc-baf0-b08537895ed2\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile wireless charging can cause your phone to heat up more quickly, it does not damage your phone's battery or affect its battery cycle.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is a wireless car charger bad for your phone's battery?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"bfb94e1c-942a-4463-ab07-8ae115e2bac6\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EOne of the biggest bonuses of buying a wireless vehicle charger is the speed at which you can charge your phone. Most wireless car chargers have speeds of up to 10W, with newer-model versions offering 15 watts. Best of all, most wireless car chargers can work well even through your smartphone's case. Unless it's a thick, \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-rugged-phone\u002F" target="_blank"\u003Erugged model\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, you won't need to remove the case to charge your phone quickly.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne thing to keep in mind is that some of the charging power is lost, due to your phone charging from a base and not receiving the full current directly via cable. Nevertheless, most wireless chargers have an efficiency of 85% or more, making them a good alternative to traditional charging via cable.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are wireless car chargers fast?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"58db3755-d060-4c01-9690-04d2900f4646\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EQi-certified wireless chargers ensure that the device was rigorously tested before being released into the market. Most of the best wireless chargers and mounts are Qi-certified. However, it's always important to double-check for compliance before purchasing one.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChargers that are Qi compliant are safe, reliable, efficient and compatible with many phone models, ensuring your smart device will charge quickly -- and with a low risk of damage. To know if your charging device passed the test to earn certification, look for the Qi logo on the device.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is Qi-certification?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1595e1a4-d040-4b89-8684-39c0f88b0904\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt may seem risky to place your phone in&nbsp;a wireless car mount that's attached to your windshield or dash by a suction cup. Your phone (and the charger) could fall due to bumpy roads or if the suction cup is mounted incorrectly.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the most secure attachment, make sure the surface you're planning to mount your charger on is smooth. Clean it with an alcohol wipe to get rid of oils, dirt, and other debris. Moistening the suction cup before attaching it can help it grip better, but be sure not to overdo it. Some manufacturers recommend waiting 24 hours after attaching the suction cup before placing your phone in the charger. However, if the surface is clean and you were able to achieve a strong grip, you can probably start using the wireless charger right away.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are suction-cup phone mounts really secure?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c7a94bab-c824-4ebd-b78c-ca8bcb5a9f9f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA wireless car charger is the latest advancement in charging technology. It eliminates the need to carry around a cable to charge your phone. 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Upgrades are earned by crossing certain loyalty point thresholds. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe airline recently changed the way it calculates points, and the process of accruing frequent-flyer points is more streamlined. Cardholders continue to earn miles that can be used to book travel, and they will also earn \"loyalty points\" that are used to unlock elite flyer status. When you buy merchandise through an American Airlines retail portal online, you may earn one loyalty point for every dollar spent and another loyalty point for every dollar spent on your card. Spending $100 using your AA card would translate to 200 loyalty points. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best American Airlines credit cards save you money through AAdvantage miles and reward you with features such as free checked bags and cashback on in-flight purchases. 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Customers can receive a credit for costs associated with TSA PreCheck and Global Entry every five years. You can also get VIP priority airport screening where applicable.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps most impressive, however, is that this card grants you access to the American Airlines Admirals Club. The value of this membership alone more than pays for your annual fee. 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For better business expense tracking, this card offers a summary of spending by month, quarter, and year for every cardholder.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPros:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccess to a 24\u002F7 business assistant for travel arrangements\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIndividual spending limits available by cardholder\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPreferred boarding available\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESpecial offers on popular business software using your card\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECons:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECash advance fees apply\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnnual fee applies after first year\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"CitiBusiness® \u002F AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard®\" data-superlative=\"Best for business travelers\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-offer=\"{"id":"a00a2b91-b1a7-4fad-919c-3e9a0e4f82e5","slug":"citibusiness-aadvantage-platinum-select-world-elite-mastercard","label":"CitiBusiness \u002F AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"a00a2b91-b1a7-4fad-919c-3e9a0e4f82e5","name":"CitiBusiness \u002F AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard","slug":"citibusiness-aadvantage-platinum-select-world-elite-mastercard","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1650910516588,"displayDate":"Mon Apr 25 2022 14:15:16 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"abb18d7c-6275-400e-b40e-4e1b98d761ea\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAmerican Airlines credit cards are offered through banking institutions who have a relationship with the airline. The APR and terms of each card may depend on the bank that grants the credit as well as your creditworthiness. Likewise, your credit limit will depend on your credit score, credit history, and other details.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Buyer's Guide\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"0f8a7811-edcf-4162-9a29-bf92711f0a53\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EFor most card users, the Citi® \u002F AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard® is the best card. The card offers travel perks that are relevant to most leisure travelers. You'll get the first bag checked for free for multiple travelers on the same reservation, a spending bonus, and one full year with no annual fee to give the card a test run.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best American Airlines credit card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECredit Card\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnnual Fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst Bag Free\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDouble Miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmerican Airlines AAdvantage MileUp℠ Mastercard®\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$0\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGrocery stores, eligible AA purchases, \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECiti \u002F AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard®\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$99 \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGas stations, restaurants, eligible AA purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECiti \u002F AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$450\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEligible AA purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAAdvantage® Aviator® Red World Elite Mastercard®\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$99\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEligible AA purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECitiBusiness® \u002F AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard®\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$99\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGas stations, cable and satellite providers, telecommunications merchants, car rentals, eligible AA purchases\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"10fda6bb-1473-4f67-af82-df7c061a271e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ECiti and Barclays both offer American Airlines credit cards. Citi has four credit cards, each with its own set of terms and associated rewards.Three of Citi's AA credit cards are personal cards, and one is a business card. Barclays offers one personal credit card and one business credit card with American Airlines benefits.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What banks offer American Airlines credit cards?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"2b4b11da-0f37-491a-b99e-da18d8f92ea1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAs a rule of thumb, the higher your FICO score, the better your chances are of getting approved for a card with an exceptional interest rate and terms. Because all AA credit cards require good to excellent credit for approval, we recommend that you have a FICO score of at least a 670 before you apply.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf your credit score falls short, you still have options. Our selection of credit cards for bad credit can help you \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-credit-card-for-bad-credit\u002F"\u003Erebuild your credit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the recommended credit score for an American Airlines Card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"af9a7b98-b1a1-4048-8ddc-3bba46178f30\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere are six unique credit cards for consumer and business use for new cardholders. You can also upgrade your credit card as you earn more loyalty points. For instance, the Aviator® Red MasterCard® may be upgraded to the AAdvantage® Aviator® Silver Mastercard® once you earn enough American Airlines loyalty points.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What credit cards give American Airlines points?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"111914cc-f245-4062-b2e2-f7a8d719d7bb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EYes, if you're 21 or older, AA miles will expire after 18 months from inactivity. So, if you accrue or redeem your miles within 18 months, you're okay. If, however, after 18 months you do lose your hard-earned miles, you can get them reactivated through your AA account but with an additional (and potentially large) fee. Fear not, your miles are safe if you make charges on your AAdvantage credit card.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Do AAdvantage Miles expire?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f6385a4d-b656-4347-9591-2f06840cbbb3\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe value of one AAdvantage mile depends on such factors as cabin class, the day of the week you're flying, and whether you're flying domestically or internationally. For example, you'll earn more miles flying first class on an international flight than you would flying coach domestically. On average, one AAdvantage mile is worth 1.34 cents.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How much are AAdvantage Miles Worth?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"a7c58afe-518e-45bc-a183-d898c1904f93\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EYes, American Airlines credit cards through Citi and Barclays are Mastercard products. These cards are accepted at most retailers and other merchants domestically and internationally.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is the American Airlines credit card a Mastercard?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"f7de1893-0a32-44f3-8906-d2f6f42254b4\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EBased on our selection, the American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp℠ Mastercard® has no annual fee. What's more, this card earns twice as many miles on grocery store purchases making it \u003Cem\u003EZDNet\u003C\u002Fem\u003E's top pick for everyday expenses.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which American Airlines credit cards have no annual fee?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"2817860c-bbe5-44da-9f26-f5162362745d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ECardholders can earn miles by using their credit card and by completing flights. When you earn enough miles, you can redeem them for a variety of benefits. You can book flights on American Airlines or on a partner airline to more than 1,000 destinations. Cardholders can also use AAdvantage miles to pay for upgrades, hotels, or an Admirals Club membership.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How can I use the AAdvantage miles I earn with my credit card?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"06fa682d-13bd-4867-aaad-20fb1948e15f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe minimum number of miles you'll need to fly for free is 7,500. Some of the more luxurious international flights can cost upwards of 170,000 miles just for a one-way ticket. The number of miles required depends on such factors as award levels, cabin class, and destination. However, keep in mind that you will still have to pay fees and taxes for your flight. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are four different award levels: MileSAAver, MileSAAver Off Peak, AAnytime Level 1 and AAnytime Level 2. MileSAAver and MileSAAver Off Peak are the least expensive options. AAnytime Level 1 and AAnytime Level 2 offer the most availability, but at the expense of more miles. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe cabin classes you can choose from are Main Cabin, Premium Economy, Business, and First Class. Main Cabin seating is the cheapest and Business\u002FFirst Class will cost the most amount of miles. Using the American Airlines flight awards chart as our source, we compiled the following for one-way free flights traveling in Main Cabin class:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDestination\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMiles\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENorth America\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E7,500 – 50,000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESouth America\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E17,500 – 75,000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEurope or Middle East\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E22,500 – 85,000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAsia or Indian Subcontinent\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E32,000 – 85,000\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"How many AAdvantage miles do you need for a free American Airlines flight?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"49ebd46d-97f1-42c6-a894-1eae2980fa37\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAll American Airlines credit cards require good credit for approval, and your APR will be similar from card to card based on your credit score. However, there are some difference between these credit cards.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETravel perks\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince users of American Airlines credit cards are likely brand loyal to the airline, we looked at which of the airline's associated cards have travel perks for various types of travelers. We made sure to represent casual and frequent travelers and considered both leisure and business travel needs.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EQuality of features\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAre the perks offered actually useful? Some cards may offer a perk that sounds nice on paper but doesn't actually expedite travel or represent significant savings. We considered cards with perks that make checking bags more affordable, check-in less stressful, traveling in groups more efficient, and more.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERewards\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to travel perks, like a free checked bag or access to the Admirals Club, we considered credit rewards. This includes bonus miles during the initial spending period and credits for specific purchases.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EType of use\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome people use a card for personal spending, while other cardholders are using their credit as a part of their business spending. We paid attention to credit cards that would be beneficial for both personal and professional use.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these credit cards?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"c2f87a84-e6e9-4c00-9de2-f49bf740b3b6\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best American Airlines credit card for your needs depends on where you spend the most and which travel perks you need. Most cards let you check your first bag for free and waive certain fees abroad, but some cards are ideal for casual travelers while others help frequent travelers maximize their miles.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which card is the right one for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this card...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmerican Airlines AAdvantage MileUp℠ Mastercard® credit card\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant to earn miles on groceries and avoid an annual fee\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECiti \u002F AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard®\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETravel often by air and car\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECiti \u002F AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAre an international traveler\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAAdvantage® Aviator® Red World Elite Mastercard®\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWant to travel with a companion yearly\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECitiBusiness \u002F AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite Mastercard®\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAre traveling for business and need multiple cardholders\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"fe2e942a-3bc5-46f0-85ef-b15f0193b3e6\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you are interested in a business card with American Airlines perks, you may also want to consider this card:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative cards worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"360f851a-42ef-423a-88f6-7903852ed4f2\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard®\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"screen-shot-2022-04-25-at-2-04-54-pm.png","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Barclays","imageData":{"id":"739cb1ab-917b-4e2a-ae13-d66b11bf3566","filename":"screen-shot-2022-04-25-at-2-04-54-pm.png","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fhub\u002Fi\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F25\u002F739cb1ab-917b-4e2a-ae13-d66b11bf3566\u002Fscreen-shot-2022-04-25-at-2-04-54-pm.png","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-04-25 18:06:05","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"739cb1ab-917b-4e2a-ae13-d66b11bf3566","imageFilename":"screen-shot-2022-04-25-at-2-04-54-pm.png","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F04\u002F25"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Barclays\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcards.barclaycardus.com\u002Fbanking\u002Fcards\u002Faadvantage-aviator-world-elite-business-mastercard\u002F\" data-offermerchant=\"Barclays\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd5a3a21f-df88-4062-9491-aef1fb733000\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-06-10 16:45:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"What's the best American Airlines credit card? 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She has a B.A. in Communications and Marketing from The George Washington University and has previously written for Forbes, NBC News 4, Jambalaya News, and Platea PR.",profile:c,title:"Associate Editor",bio:b,bureau:c,awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EBooking a trip can be an exciting yet daunting task. As if booking airfare, hotel, and transportation weren't enough, you also need to consider food, sights, and attractions. As a travel lover myself, I often dread planning and preparing for a trip. Not only do I never have the time, but I often get oversaturated by the vast amount of information found online and the fear of getting scammed. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Fbest-travel-credit-card\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best travel credit cards\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOver the years, I've found the best websites and apps to help smooth out the planning process. These apps help me keep track of all my reservations, send me booking reminders, and guarantee I always find the best prices -- because there is nothing worse than falling for tourist traps or overpriced offerings. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhether you are a spontaneous or a nitty-gritty planner traveler, ZDNET has tested and reviewed the best trip planner apps on the market. Our top pick for the best trip planner site and app is \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"3000ac7d-b71b-4a8c-b660-51e4b760d07f\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.booking.com\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Booking.com\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E due to its easy-to-use user interface, extensive booking capabilities, and pricing. However, since not every trip or traveler is the same, we've included several options to help you plan and stay organized during your travels. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKeep reading to learn more about ZDNET's expert-tested and reviewed trip planner apps. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-travel-tech\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best travel gadgets\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe best trip planner apps of 2023\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e100b882-3eb7-408e-8d17-211142de016b\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBooking.com features:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPlatform: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EApp and website |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECompatibility:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EiOS and Android |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPricing:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Free |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EBooking:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Yes |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EGroup planning:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;No\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen planning my trips, I always make a stop at the Booking.com app, especially when reserving hotels. 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When you first create an account, TripIt will sync with your inbox and automatically add all of your upcoming flights and reservations to your account. You can then modify each trip to include as little or as much information as you'd like. As someone who likes to be spontaneous when traveling, I usually only add the essentials: flight information, hotel reservations, and important documents. However, if you like to plan your trips down by the hour, you can also include activities, restaurant reservations, transportation, and more in your trip plan to share with fellow travelers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs your trip approaches, TripIt will also send you packing reminders, give you COVID-19 travel guidance, and show transportation options. While you can get most of the essential features within the free version of the app (this is the one I use), you can also pay $49 a year to get advanced features such as check-in reminders, real-time flight alerts, point tracking, and even notifications for drops in airfare prices.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKeep in mind that while TripIt gives you transportation options and finds places near your hotel, you cannot book or make any reservations directly from the app. The app is solely used to organize and keep track of all of your travel plans in one place, no matter where you book them.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"TripIt\" data-superlative=\"Best trip planner for organization\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Screenshot of the TripIt website","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"228f6b57-8f64-4a1a-ba33-db4293ae3ead","title":"TripIt","filename":"screenshot-2023-10-24-at-4-49-37-pm.png","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F10\u002F24\u002F228f6b57-8f64-4a1a-ba33-db4293ae3ead\u002Fscreenshot-2023-10-24-at-4-49-37-pm.png","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":2028166,"width":3076,"height":1892,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-10-24 20:50:30","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-10-24 20:51:01","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fpng","deleted":false,"credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","alt":"Screenshot of the TripIt website","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":["App","Travel","Travel Apps","TripIt"],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"228f6b57-8f64-4a1a-ba33-db4293ae3ead","imageAltText":"Screenshot of the TripIt website","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"screenshot-2023-10-24-at-4-49-37-pm.png","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F10\u002F24","imageWidth":3076,"imageHeight":1892,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Tripit","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tripit.com\u002Fweb","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Synced with e-mail inbox ~Organizes reservations no matter where you book ~Works offline\" data-dislike=\"~Can't make any bookings ~Need to pay for advanced features ~UI could use an upgrade\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"91a84428-7c04-43a9-8166-470c795f9798\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGuide features:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPlatform:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Website&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECompatibility: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003Eall major browsers&nbsp;|&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPricing:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Free | \u003Cstrong\u003EBooking: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EYes, but hotels only | \u003Cstrong\u003EGroup Planning:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Yes&nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EGenerative AI is everyone's favorite buzzword this year, and slowly but surely, it has been making its way across all industries -- including the travel industry. Guide is an innovative AI travel planning tool that creates personalized travel itineraries based on your preferences. (Full disclosure, it's also owned by ZDNET's sister company. It's currently in private beta, but you can join a wait list.) All you need to do is select your destination, the dates, whether you are traveling alone or in a group, your budget, and the types of activities you are looking for, and Guide will do the planning.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter generating a trip itinerary for you based on your prompt, Guide then lets you modify and customize the itinerary to your liking. I recently used Guide to plan a six-day trip to Austin, Texas, and this was the feature I enjoyed the most, since I had specific restaurants and activities I wanted to incorporate into my trip, but I also needed some additional recommendations. While you can't book flights or restaurant reservations through Guide, you can book and find great hotel deals powered by Expedia on the platform.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGuide will also give you an overall budget for your trip, a packing list, and a comprehensive list of things to know about your destination -- which may be helpful for some more than others. While my trip to Austin was a solo trip, Guide has a feature where you can invite other fellow travelers to collaborate in planning your trip through Guide's chatbot, GuideBot. This chatbot also works sort of like ChatGPT, where you can ask GuideBot questions about your trip, your destination, or recommendations. 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While you shouldn't base all of your decisions on reviews, you should consider past customer experiences to get a feel for the brand and company you are about to trust, or the experience you are going to pay for.&nbsp;\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EWhen it comes to travel reviews, Tripadvisor is the best trip planner app to rely on. Since the platform has so many reviews for restaurants, activities, accommodations, and locations all over the world, it is always easy and convenient to log onto the app or website to help you make an educated decision. (However, remember that not all Tripadvisor reviews are legit, since the platform does not independently verify customer postings.) Beyond reviews, TripAdvisor also lets you book hotels, restaurants, things to do, and more while also providing detailed insights into their offerings -- including cancellation policies, ratings, and features.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETripadvisor's "Travelers' Choice" best-of list is also a popular part of its platform, allowing visitors to see top-rated destinations, hotels, restaurants, and things to do around the world. With Tripadvisor, you can plan a trip yourself from scratch, hire a trip designer, or get a custom itinerary built by AI.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Tripadvisor\" data-superlative=\"Best trip planner app for reviews\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Tripadvisor","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"79e1d45a-8c84-4cd7-876b-5634f0abfd32","title":"Tripadvisor","filename":"3.png","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F08\u002F79e1d45a-8c84-4cd7-876b-5634f0abfd32\u002F3.png","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":1846388,"width":1920,"height":1080,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-11-08 17:38:43","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-11-08 17:39:14","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fpng","deleted":false,"credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","alt":"Tripadvisor","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":["Tripadvisor","app","trip planner"],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"79e1d45a-8c84-4cd7-876b-5634f0abfd32","imageAltText":"Tripadvisor","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"3.png","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F11\u002F08","imageWidth":1920,"imageHeight":1080,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.anrdoezrs.net\u002Fclick-9041660-15459655-1680547807000?sid=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Tripadvisor","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tripadvisor.com\u002F","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.anrdoezrs.net\u002Fclick-9041660-15459655-1680547807000?sid=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Countless reviews ~Used by travelers worldwide ~Variety of information ~Booking capabilities ~Great for local spots\" data-dislike=\"~Booking is not its strongest feature and you may not always find the best deals ~Doesn't vet reviews\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"fbfb5a2f-2f4d-4e1d-9019-526e9fc7b4b2\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOmio features:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPlatform:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EApp and website |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECompatibility:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EiOS and Android |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPricing:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Free |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EBooking:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Yes, transportation only |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EGroup planning:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;No\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI first discovered Omio when a friend recommended it to me while I was studying abroad in Spain, and ever since I downloaded it, it has become my go-to app for booking the best deals and fares on transportation within Europe. The concept behind Omio is simple: You plug in your departure and arrival location, including the number of people you are traveling with, and add whether you are looking for a one-way or round-trip journey. Omio will then show you the best deals by train, bus, or plane to and from your desired destination, including how much time each option will take you and the number of stops.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe German-based travel booking site is great at aggregating travel information from multiple sites, allowing you to view all of your transportation options in one place. This is incredibly beneficial when planning trips within Europe since there are several ways you can cross each border and often various languages and regulations to keep in mind. Omio is set in English but has multiple additional languages available, as well as currency options. During my time abroad, I solely used Omio to book all of my transportation, including planning a 17-day trip across seven different European countries. Overall, using Omio was not only convenient and seamless but also helped me save hundreds of dollars by helping me maximize my travel time by switching between flights, trains, and buses.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, since returning from Europe, I have not used Omio as much as I thought I would -- maybe because I have a car and take most of my trips by plane.&nbsp;And Omio's flight deals and suggestions are not the strongest compared to Booking.com or Skyscanner's, which heavily focus on flight deals. I have also found they have some limitations depending on the country or city you are traveling in. Be mindful of the deals and tickets you buy through Omio since some tickets are non-refundable, and some customers complain their customer service is not the best -- although I have yet to have any issues with them.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Omio\" data-superlative=\"Best trip planner app for transportation\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Screenshot of the Omio website","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"a15c8f77-b2fd-44f6-93d3-8423a6d10fac","title":"Omio","filename":"2.png","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F08\u002Fa15c8f77-b2fd-44f6-93d3-8423a6d10fac\u002F2.png","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":2108282,"width":1920,"height":1080,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-11-08 17:39:36","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-11-08 17:40:10","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fpng","deleted":false,"credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","alt":"Screenshot of the Omio website","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":["App","Omio","Trip planner"],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"a15c8f77-b2fd-44f6-93d3-8423a6d10fac","imageAltText":"Screenshot of the Omio website","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"2.png","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F11\u002F08","imageWidth":1920,"imageHeight":1080,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Omio","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.omio.com\u002F","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Great multi-mode travel comparison ~convenient and seamless transportation booking ~Multiple currency and language availability\" data-dislike=\"~Flight deals and suggestions are not the strongest ~ Limited offers depending on the country or city of travel ~Not the most reliable customer service\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8e068ed3-abb4-472a-a2c2-1ca8604bcf1d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EBooking.com gets our vote for the best trip planner app due to its wide selection of accommodations, its points and promotions offerings, and its easy-to-use user interface. Not only does Booking.com help you find the best deals throughout your trip, but it will also help you stay organized throughout your trip by keeping all of your reservations in one place. To determine which trip planner app or combination of trip planners is best for you, check out this comparison chart below.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest trip planner app\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPlatform\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPricing&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBooking Capabilities&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGroup Planning\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBooking.com\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApp and website\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFree\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETripIt\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApp and website\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFree or $49 per year\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGuide\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWebsite\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFree\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes, hotels only&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETripadvisor\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApp and website\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFree\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOmio\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApp and website\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFree\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes, transportation only\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best trip planner app?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"65474b26-90c2-4eee-bda5-a005bcbe6f10\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best trip planner app ultimately depends on your travel and planning style. If you like booking and planning everything in one place while also earning points and getting great deals, then Booking.com is your top app. However, if you are looking for a place to keep all of your accommodations, reservations, and activity details organized, then TripIt is a better app for you. Check out the following chart to help you find the best trip planner app or a combination of apps for you to plan your next adventure.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this best trip planner app...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you want…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBooking.com\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA well-rounded trip planner app, where you can book and organize your trip while getting some great deals.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETripIt\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe easiest and most convenient way to plan and keep all of your bookings and reservations organized and saved in one place.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGuide\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn AI chatbot to create a personalized itinerary for you to help you plan and book your next trip.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETripadvisor\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA trip-planner app where you can find and book suggested picks based on top recommendations from customer reviews.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOmio\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA convenient and seamless way to view various transportation methods within a city or country and book arrangements.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right trip planner app for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"023f67f2-1e4e-4603-921c-efe3f9fdd0e9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ETo find the best trip planner apps, we drew upon real-life experiences and tested their performance and capabilities during our latest trips. Ultimately, we weighted the following factors when choosing which trip planners to include on our list:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Each app can vary significantly with the features it offers, whether it is solely to book flights and hotels, help you plan your next trip using AI, or help you find the best deals and booking information, each app on this list can help you address several common inconveniences that present themselves while planning that next adventure. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECompatibility: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EAn app is of little use if it does not work with your devices, so we look to see what compatibility each trip-planning app offers and which platforms you can access it from. Personally, I enjoy apps that combine an app and website component since this quickly helps me switch between my wide computer screen and my tiny yet portable iPhone screen.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECustomer reviews:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E We study real customer reviews and ratings to evaluate customer satisfaction and service. This is incredibly important since most times when you travel, you visit an unknown city or country, and you should be mindful of past experiences others have had.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECost\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Most trip planner apps are free, but you may have to upgrade to receive special access to exclusive features or deals. If your app is already free, it means you only have to pay a small amount (often unnoticeable) when you book your accommodations.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these trip planner apps?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA trip planner app is an app that provides organizational features for your upcoming trip. It is often free and incorporates trip planning tools, whether you are traveling by ground, water&nbsp;or air.&nbsp; &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is a trip planner app?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA trip planner app can incorporate special features, like an itinerary, calendar, reservation and booking hub, and map assistance. Depending on the app you choose, there is even trip-sharing with friends and family to simplify the entire trip planning process. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How does a trip planner app work?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EMost trip planner apps are free, but some may offer in-app purchases to upgrade or enhance your experience. Within this list, only Tripit costs money, but only for their advanced features version, which costs $49 a year. However, you can get access to most if not all, trip-planning features, through their free version.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How much does a trip planner app cost?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1555caca-a976-4e78-b5df-4435662a7042\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAs I mentioned earlier, trip planning heavily depends on your personal style of travel and preferences. However, whether you like to plan your trips down by the minute or prefer to just have the basics, there are several apps that can optimize your planning. Here are a few apps worth considering that almost made it onto our list:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative trip planner apps worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8fdb9fd2-d92d-416f-9d32-938b3d941bc0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EExpedia is a great website and app alternative to find great bundle deals and earn points during your next adventure. With Expedia, you can book flights, cars, cruises, hotels, activities, and more.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Expedia\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Screenshot of Expedia website","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1886cb66-ae5a-4a57-a74a-c57792d3cc43","title":"Expedia","filename":"2.png","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F08\u002F1886cb66-ae5a-4a57-a74a-c57792d3cc43\u002F2.png","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":1488363,"width":1920,"height":1080,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-11-08 19:50:23","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-11-08 19:50:47","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fpng","deleted":false,"credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","alt":"Screenshot of Expedia website","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":["Expedia","Trip planner"],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"1886cb66-ae5a-4a57-a74a-c57792d3cc43","imageAltText":"Screenshot of Expedia website","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"2.png","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F11\u002F08","imageWidth":1920,"imageHeight":1080,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"Best trip planner alternative for points and bundles\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.anrdoezrs.net\u002Flinks\u002F9041660\u002Ftype\u002Fdlg\u002Fsid\u002Fsubid_value\u002Fhttps:\u002F\u002Fwww.expedia.com\u002F","offerMerchant":"Expedia","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.expedia.com\u002F","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.anrdoezrs.net\u002Flinks\u002F9041660\u002Ftype\u002Fdlg\u002Fsid\u002Fsubid_value\u002Fhttps:\u002F\u002Fwww.expedia.com\u002F"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"93967a99-f78e-4193-b8ad-e84538c9a4ee\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile not an app specifically, Google Flights is a great website to find cheap flights and track prices within routes of interest. The user-friendly site shows you the cheapest dates to travel, the cheapest destinations to visit within select dates, and the cheapest airlines and airfares available.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Google Flights\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Screenshot of Google Flights website","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"32452417-99c2-4a11-a7fa-f9ef18368718","title":"Google Flights","filename":"1.png","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F08\u002F32452417-99c2-4a11-a7fa-f9ef18368718\u002F1.png","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":1225114,"width":1920,"height":1080,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-11-08 19:48:49","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-11-08 19:49:17","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fpng","deleted":false,"credits":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","alt":"Screenshot of Google Flights website","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":["Google Flights","trip planner"],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"32452417-99c2-4a11-a7fa-f9ef18368718","imageAltText":"Screenshot of Google Flights website","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"1.png","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F11\u002F08","imageWidth":1920,"imageHeight":1080,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Screenshot by Gabriela Perez\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"Best trip planner alternative for flights\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Google","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.google.com\u002Ftravel\u002Fflights","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"95a979da-57c5-4b1a-b1e0-2c83ab8750d8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen it comes to finding hotel deals, especially last-minute, Hotels Tonight is your go-to app for great discounts. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EWhen your car battery dies, traditional jumper cables are a great solution to boost it, assuming you can call roadside assistance or find a kind person who can help you. However, relying on them isn't always practical for maintaining or repairing your vehicle, especially if you find yourself stuck on the side of the road with no one around. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFortunately, many manufacturers now offer portable jump starters. These are essentially \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-power-bank\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eportable power banks\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, storing energy to boost your vehicle's battery in an emergency without the need for another car's help. Many feature lightweight and compact designs that are perfect for keeping in your car, while others are big and bulky, with more robust features like built-in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-portable-tire-inflator\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eair compressors\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-power-banks\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EUSB charging\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and even wall-style AC outlets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-dash-cam\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best dash cams\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat is the best portable jump starter right now?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo help you find the best portable jump starter for your car, I've researched and compared different models for peak amps, size, weight, price, and additional features like flashlights and air compressors. My top pick for the best portable jump starter is the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"84882042-5b5e-45d8-a344-6fb1a0dac5c7\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FEverStart-Maxx-J5CPDE-1200-Peak-Amps-Jump-Starter-Power-Station-500W-Inverter-120-PSI-Compressor\u002F908537063\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Everstart Maxx 1200A\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E since it can be used for different types of vehicles and has a built-in air compressor to help you fill your tires. Read on for the rest of our jump starter choices to find the one that will be right for you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe best portable jump starters of 2024\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8066f7af-60bb-4746-bd7b-7ef28689a5d1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Everstart Maxx 1200 amp portable charger is one of the best for your roadside emergency kit. I have one for my 2021 Chevy Trailblazer, and it fits nicely in the trunk's sidewall well compartments when I need to keep it out of the way for groceries or potting soil and plants. The 1200amp peak output is plenty of juice to jumpstart just about any commuter vehicle with a gas or diesel engine; it's even enough for V8 engines to get a kickstart when needed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt also has an integrated 120psi tire inflator with an auto-stop for when you need to quickly top up your tires before work or while on a road trip. 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The body of the GB40 is IP65-rated for water resistance, which means that the delicate electronics inside will be protected even in wet and rainy conditions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStanley J5C09 specs: Peak amps:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 1000 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 7.94 ounces |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 4.61 x 8.19 x 4.21 inches&nbsp;|&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 6L gas, 3L diesel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Noco Boost Plus GB40\" data-superlative=\"Best portable jump starter under $100\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"4491024f-6135-4727-b9c0-6bace42bae71","title":"noco-boost-plus-gb40","filename":"noco-boost-plus-gb40.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F01\u002F4491024f-6135-4727-b9c0-6bace42bae71\u002Fnoco-boost-plus-gb40.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":126395,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:58:00","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:58:16","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Noco\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"4491024f-6135-4727-b9c0-6bace42bae71","imageAltText":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"noco-boost-plus-gb40.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F06\u002F01","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Noco\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter\u002Fdp\u002FB015TKUPIC?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter\u002Fdp\u002FB015TKUPIC","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter\u002Fdp\u002FB015TKUPIC?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FNOCO-Boost-Plus-GB40-1000A-12V-UltraSafe-Portable-Lithium-Jump-Starter%2F46605770&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FNOCO-Boost-Plus-GB40-1000A-12V-UltraSafe-Portable-Lithium-Jump-Starter\u002F46605770","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FNOCO-Boost-Plus-GB40-1000A-12V-UltraSafe-Portable-Lithium-Jump-Starter%2F46605770&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Lightweight and compact design ~ 1000A peak ~ Great for most gas and smaller diesel engines ~ Water resistant\" data-dislike=\"Very short jumper cables\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"5619bf49-2e69-43c1-9f79-e865b125f7bb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you've got commercial vehicles, construction equipment, or large pickup trucks, the Avapow 6000A portable jump starter is a must-have for your tool kit. It's designed specifically for large vehicles with up to a 12L diesel engine, so anyone driving vehicles ranging from farm trucks to long-haul semis can have peace of mind while on the road. It provides up to 6000 amps and has several safety features like reverse polarity alarms and a silicone case to prevent damage and injury.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe unit also acts as a portable power bank with built-in USB ports to keep your phone and other devices charged in an emergency. The clamp cables measure 26 inches long, giving you a bit more leeway when working within large engine compartments where batteries might not be reached easily. While many customers who bought the Avapow 6000A portable jump starter said they love its compact size and simplicity of use, some reported mixed results when trying to jump-start larger diesel vehicles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAvapow 6000A portable jump starter specs: Peak amps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 6000 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;2.75 pounds |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;10.98 x 6 x 5.63 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;All gas, 12L diesel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Avapow 6000A portable jump starter\" data-superlative=\"Best portable jump starter for large vehicles\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"An Avapow 6000A portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Avapow\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"b9c86ee1-1d8c-4e24-bd1d-5823104e66dc","title":"avapow-6000a","filename":"avapow-6000a.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F01\u002Fb9c86ee1-1d8c-4e24-bd1d-5823104e66dc\u002Favapow-6000a.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":118304,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:53:47","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:54:02","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Avapow\u002FZDNET","alt":"An Avapow 6000A portable jump starter on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"b9c86ee1-1d8c-4e24-bd1d-5823104e66dc","imageAltText":"An Avapow 6000A portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Avapow\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"avapow-6000a.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F06\u002F01","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Avapow\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FAVAPOW-Battery-Starter-Powerful-Booster\u002Fdp\u002FB08NPGCFSG?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FAVAPOW-Battery-Starter-Powerful-Booster\u002Fdp\u002FB08NPGCFSG","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FAVAPOW-Battery-Starter-Powerful-Booster\u002Fdp\u002FB08NPGCFSG?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FAVAPOW-W68-6000A-Car-Battery-Jump-Starter-for-All-Gas-or-up-to-12L-Diesel-Yellow%2F3577744491&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FAVAPOW-W68-6000A-Car-Battery-Jump-Starter-for-All-Gas-or-up-to-12L-Diesel-Yellow\u002F3577744491","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FAVAPOW-W68-6000A-Car-Battery-Jump-Starter-for-All-Gas-or-up-to-12L-Diesel-Yellow%2F3577744491&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Works with up to 12L diesel engines ~ USB charging ~ Compact and lightweight ~ Reverse polarity alarm\" data-dislike=\"No LCD screen for status ~ No built-in compressor\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"bfd9f2f5-6e2f-4b68-81ff-45cf4a62bad0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're like me and don't particularly like the idea of single-purpose tools, the DeWalt DXAEJ14 is an almost perfect multipurpose portable jump starter. Not only does it provide up to 1600 amps of power for jumping everything from your SUV to your grandpa's golf cart, but it also has a built-in air compressor, alternator test function, built-in work lights, USB charging ports, and an AC outlet.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn integrated handle and cable management channel makes moving and storing the unit faster and easier. The unit also has a reverse polarity alarm to let you know if the clamps are connected incorrectly to help prevent damage to your battery and keep you from getting hurt by improper electrical handling. Verified reviewers who purchased the DeWalt DXAEJ14 all love that it comes with easy-to-follow instructions for jump-starting, tire inflation, and unit maintenance, as well as its rugged outer case.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDeWalt DXAEJ14 specs: Peak amps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1600 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;35 pounds |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;13.07 x 11.81 x 6.14 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;V8\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"DeWalt DXAEJ14\" data-superlative=\"Best multipurpose portable jump starter\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A DeWalt DXAEJ14 portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"ad004c60-961b-4ea5-a735-5ab39f947532","title":"dewalt-dxaej14","filename":"dewalt-dxaej14.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F01\u002Fad004c60-961b-4ea5-a735-5ab39f947532\u002Fdewalt-dxaej14.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":150185,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:55:15","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:55:34","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","alt":"A DeWalt DXAEJ14 portable jump starter on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"ad004c60-961b-4ea5-a735-5ab39f947532","imageAltText":"A DeWalt DXAEJ14 portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dewalt-dxaej14.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F06\u002F01","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"DeWalt\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDEWALT-DXAEJ14-Jump-Starter-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0CLX19L28?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDEWALT-DXAEJ14-Jump-Starter-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0CLX19L28?th=1","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDEWALT-DXAEJ14-Jump-Starter-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0CLX19L28?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-1600-Peak-Amp-Jump-Starter-with-Digital-Compressor-and-USB-Power-Bank-DXAEJ14%2F325277352&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-1600-Peak-Amp-Jump-Starter-with-Digital-Compressor-and-USB-Power-Bank-DXAEJ14\u002F325277352","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-1600-Peak-Amp-Jump-Starter-with-Digital-Compressor-and-USB-Power-Bank-DXAEJ14%2F325277352&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Built-in compressor ~ Work lights and USB charging ~ AC charging block ~ Integrated handle and cable management\" data-dislike=\"Big and heavy ~ Somewhat short clamp cables\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"80205b1d-5c5a-4778-ad4c-bba001f39255\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fmophie-powerstation-go-rugged-air-compressor\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EMophie Powerstation Go\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is one of the most compact portable jump starters on the market. It measures just 3.25 x 8.75 x 4.5 inches and weighs less than a pound. This makes it the perfect size to keep in your center console or glove box for easy access in case of a roadside emergency. With up to 600 peak amps, you'll be able to jump-start most 12V gas vehicle batteries in just a few minutes.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the built-in power bank and dual USB Type-A ports, you can charge two mobile devices at once. ZDNET's Matthew Miller got to go hands-on with a Mophie Powerstation Go, which has a built-in air compressor to help keep your tires properly inflated all year. Miller also praised the built-in LED flashlight, which helps if you run into any car trouble in the evening or in the mornings before work.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMophie Powerstation Go specs: Peak amps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 600 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;13.9 ounces |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;3.25 x 8.75 x 4.5 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;6L gas\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Mophie Powerstation Go\" data-superlative=\"Best compact portable jump starter\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"bfcb5559-541e-485d-89d4-dff54c1f3bee","title":"mophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7","filename":"mophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F05\u002F23\u002Fbfcb5559-541e-485d-89d4-dff54c1f3bee\u002Fmophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":2012723,"width":1425,"height":1069,"dateCreated":{"date":"2021-05-23 16:30:51","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2021-05-23 16:30:55","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":null,"alt":"mophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7.jpg","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"bfcb5559-541e-485d-89d4-dff54c1f3bee","imageAltText":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"mophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2021\u002F05\u002F23","imageWidth":1425,"imageHeight":1069,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Noco\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fmophie-Powerstation-Rugged-Compact-USB\u002Fdp\u002FB0BN2DCGTX?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fmophie-Powerstation-Rugged-Compact-USB\u002Fdp\u002FB0BN2DCGTX","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fmophie-Powerstation-Rugged-Compact-USB\u002Fdp\u002FB0BN2DCGTX?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FMophie-Powerstation-Go-Rugged-Portable-Battery-29-9Wh-Portable-Car-Jump-Starter-with-Jumper-Cables-Compact-Design-USB-Port-Power-source-Black%2F2860246850&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FMophie-Powerstation-Go-Rugged-Portable-Battery-29-9Wh-Portable-Car-Jump-Starter-with-Jumper-Cables-Compact-Design-USB-Port-Power-source-Black\u002F2860246850","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FMophie-Powerstation-Go-Rugged-Portable-Battery-29-9Wh-Portable-Car-Jump-Starter-with-Jumper-Cables-Compact-Design-USB-Port-Power-source-Black%2F2860246850&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8ca24a93-def0-4461-a54e-431cb9d01fdb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI chose the Everstart Maxx 1200A as the best portable jump starter because of its compatibility with a wide range of gas and diesel vehicles, including those with V8 engines. It also has a built-in 120PSI tire inflator for quick top-ups on the go, a 500W inverter with 3 USB ports, and a 120V outlet for charging devices in emergencies. The integrated handle makes it easy to move around, and the compact size allows you to keep it tucked away in your trunk or back seat without sacrificing a ton of space.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x4 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest portable jump starter\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPeak amps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEverstart Maxx 1200A\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$109\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1200 amps\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6L gas, 3L diesel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENoco Boost Plus GB40\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$99\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1000 amps\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6L gas, 3L diesel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAvapow 6000A \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$170\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6000 amps \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll gas, 12L diesel \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt DXAEJ14 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$143\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1400 amps \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6L gas, 5L diesel \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMophie Powerstation Go\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$30\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E600 amps \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6L gas\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cp\u003E*MSRP at time of writing. Please note that actual price may vary by retailer and available deals or promotions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best portable jump starter?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"29e80541-d1e1-451f-a4ee-6000f5f9a8fb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best portable jump starter for your needs is one that has both a peak and sustained amperage output that is suitable for your vehicle. Smaller cars, light pickup trucks, and things like ATVs don't need as much power as a diesel engine pickup or semi. For typical drivers, a jump starter with a peak output between 1000 and 1400 amps should be more than enough power. But if you have a fleet of commercial vehicles, construction equipment, or even marine vehicles, you'll want something with an output of up to 6000 amps. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x2 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBuy this portable jump starter...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you need...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEverstart Maxx 1200A\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA well-rounded portable jump starter. It also has a built-in tire inflator as well as USB ports for charging devices. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENoco Boost Plus GB40\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA budget-friendly portable jump starter. The Boost Plus GB40 retails for just under $100 while still offering a 1000-amp peak and a rugged, water resistant casing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAvapow 6000A \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA portable jump starter for large vehicles. It has an output of up to 6000 amps, which means you can use it on vehicles with up to a 12 liter diesel engine. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt DXAEJ14 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA unit that does more than jump start your battery. It features a built-in tire inflator, USB ports, an alternator check function, and a reverse-polarity alarm. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMophie Powerstation Go\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA compact portable jump starter. It measures just 8.75 x 3.25 x 4.5 inches, making it perfect for keeping in your glove box or center console. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which portable jump starter is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"22a6f05b-e3c9-47af-abeb-c658da12345d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAside from price, there were several other factors I considered when comparing portable jump starters for this list.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESize:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ENot every car or garage has the space to store large, bulky portable jump starters or battery chargers. I made sure to include compact models as well as larger ones.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPower output:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Not all portable jump starters are created equal. If you have a large truck or commercial vehicle, you'll need a jump starter with a higher amperage output than the one you would use on your grandma's ancient Crown Victoria. Conversely, if you drive an ultra-compact car or have small engine equipment like ATVs, you'll need something with a weaker output so you don't burn up your battery or alternator.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMultiple uses and other features:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ESeveral brands like Stanley and DeWalt make portable jump starters that also act as tire inflators, power banks for charging devices, radios, and even flashlights. I made sure to include a few of these for anyone who doesn't like the idea of a single-purpose device.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing a portable jump starter\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"4e0b3307-0ee0-47ce-a19b-11903defbe44\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile testing and researching each portable jump starter on this list, I kept these criteria in mind:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMultifunctionality: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ENobody has the space or patience to maintain an arsenal of special tools and devices for their vehicle. So I made sure that each model on this list offered at least one other function, be it an air compressor, power bank, or built-in flashlight.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EVehicle compatibility:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E No two people are going to drive the exact same car, or have the same power needs for all of their vehicles. Each model on this list has been verified for use in both gas and diesel vehicles as well as marine batteries and ATVs.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPortability:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E The whole point of having a portable jump starter is to be able to take it with you, whether that's on a cross-country road trip or a jaunt across town to the grocery store. While each model may differ in size, each one featured on this list has been vetted for in-vehicle storage.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these best portable jump starters?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"fa98284f-8fbe-4459-b694-7323cccefc80\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA jump starter is a piece of equipment that is meant to give a short, powerful burst of energy to your battery in order to get the engine to turn over. After your battery is successfully jump-started, you should let your car run for at least 30 minutes so the alternator can recharge the battery.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA battery charger, however, is designed to deliver a slow, steady, much lower level of energy to recharge a battery from depletion safely or to perform regular battery conditioning for peak performance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What's the difference between a portable jump starter and a battery charger?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"3d8d3843-d6ed-495d-a503-c6957f3fd972\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAlternators are pretty resilient pieces of equipment and are built to be resistant to all kinds of outside influences. However, you can severely damage it when trying to jump start your car if you have the cables connected to the wrong battery nodes or if you have the incorrect battery type. Always make sure your cables are connected correctly and that the battery is the correct size and power for your vehicle.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Can a jump starter damage the alternator?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"9a66133e-fc30-4ffc-bf1d-259d6bb1df26\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAbsolutely. Batteries, including car and truck batteries, aren't meant to hold a charge forever. Factors&nbsp;such as time, temperature, and even how often you use your vehicle can affect how the battery discharges. If a battery sits for years or experiences extreme temperatures, the battery will slowly discharge energy, which can lead to it not holding enough of a charge to even be jump-started. If this happens, the only option is to replace the battery with a brand-new one. Fortunately, many places offer discounts for bringing in old batteries or recycling programs to keep dangerous chemicals from leaking batteries out of landfills.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Can a battery be too dead to jump start?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EMore portable jump starters to consider:\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"484bf8c1-0a2a-43fa-b768-dd999dbfcbb1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThis portable jump starter is great for larger diesel vehicles, providing enough power to start 10L diesel engines. It provides up to 4,000 starting amps, and just 5 minutes of charging time gives you enough power to help your engine turn over.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Gooloo GT4000S\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Gooloo GT4000S portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Gooloo\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"eade335e-da27-4986-9e6b-5acd8aa7674b","title":"gooloo-gt4000s","filename":"gooloo-gt4000s.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F08\u002F28\u002Feade335e-da27-4986-9e6b-5acd8aa7674b\u002Fgooloo-gt4000s.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":151419,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-08-28 19:30:48","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-08-28 19:31:10","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Gooloo\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Gooloo GT4000S portable jump starter on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"eade335e-da27-4986-9e6b-5acd8aa7674b","imageAltText":"A Gooloo GT4000S portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Gooloo\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"gooloo-gt4000s.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F08\u002F28","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Gooloo\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"Best alternative for larger diesel vehicles\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"06a70f3f-68b1-4e27-810a-05ad7c15dc1b","slug":"gooloo-gt4000s-jump-starter-4000-amp-car-starter-100w-two-way-fast-charging-portable-car-battery-charger-booster-pack","name":"GOOLOO GT4000S Jump Starter 4000 Amp Car Starter 100W Two-Way Fast-Charging Portable Car Battery Charger Booster Pack for 10L Diesel and 12L Gas Engines, SuperSafe Lithium Jump Box for 12V Vehicles","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"EZMONEY","mod":1723831176575,"displayDate":"Fri Aug 16 2024 13:59:36 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FGOOLOO-GT4000S-Fast-Charging-SuperSafe-Portable\u002Fdp\u002FB09M9HQG73?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FGOOLOO-GT4000S-Fast-Charging-SuperSafe-Portable\u002Fdp\u002FB09M9HQG73","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FGOOLOO-GT4000S-Fast-Charging-SuperSafe-Portable\u002Fdp\u002FB09M9HQG73?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"152b8869-75e1-4e81-85fa-e609f60c4581\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Noco Boost HD GB70 has an internal battery that holds enough charge to jumpstart your 8.0L gas or 6.0L diesel engine up to 40 times. It also features an IP65 rating for protection against water, dust, and drops.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Noco Boost HD GB70\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Noco Boost HD GB70 portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"32cad541-5967-43b5-80b4-85415f9408fc","title":"noco-boost-hd-gb70","filename":"noco-boost-hd-gb70.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F07\u002F23\u002F32cad541-5967-43b5-80b4-85415f9408fc\u002Fnoco-boost-hd-gb70.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":108553,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-07-23 14:57:22","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-07-23 14:57:42","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Noco\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Noco Boost HD GB70 portable jump starter on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"32cad541-5967-43b5-80b4-85415f9408fc","imageAltText":"A Noco Boost HD GB70 portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"noco-boost-hd-gb70.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F07\u002F23","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Noco\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"Best rugged portable jump starter\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB70-UltraSafe-Lithium-Gasoline\u002Fdp\u002FB016UG6PWE?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB70-UltraSafe-Lithium-Gasoline\u002Fdp\u002FB016UG6PWE","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB70-UltraSafe-Lithium-Gasoline\u002Fdp\u002FB016UG6PWE?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"28cb4b8d-c678-47e2-8c24-7443b6ca04e9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Hulkman Alpha85 is designed with storage in mind. 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data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E \t\u003Cbr\u003E \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-08-19 13:57:56",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"A portable jump starter is an important piece of any roadside emergency kit, and we tested some of the best from EverStart, Mophie, and more to help you find the right fit for your vehicle.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"9cc6d330-26df-4ed8-8cd8-29fcb61cb391",image:{id:"9781d8c9-e52e-4a36-b9b4-686c2ff6053d",filename:"img-7954.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-03-12 16:17:36",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"A DeWalt portable jump starter resting on an open engine compartment of a car 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Borrelli",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Lena",lastName:"Borrelli",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"302892f5-e22d-48c6-91a3-5d45643222c9",filename:"lena-borrelli-author.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-07-06 17:17:49",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F07\u002F06\u002F302892f5-e22d-48c6-91a3-5d45643222c9\u002Flena-borrelli-author.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Lena Muhtadi Borrelli has several years of experience in writing for insurance domains such as Bankrate, allconnect, Healthline, Reviews.com, HomeInsurance.com, My Slumber Yard and MYMOVE. She is a financial expert who previously worked for Morgan Stanley and now specializes in all forms of insurance. Her work has also recently been published on sites like TIME, ADT, Fiscal Tiger, Bankrate, The Simple Dollar and Home Advisor, as well as many other websites and blogs around the world.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EAnything can happen on the road, and it does. It is crazy to think how many hit-and-run accidents could be avoided each year just by having the right kind of equipment. That is why it is so important that we arm ourselves with the right tools and equipment so we can have the protection we need behind the wheel. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA dash cam is one of those invaluable items that can provide extra safety and caution when you are driving. It can also help save you money on your insurance policy while providing invaluable peace of mind each day. However, not everyone has an open budget to spend on a dash cam. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat is why we rounded up the industry's top picks for the best cheap dash cams to keep you and your family safe. This is what we found. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-dash-cam\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe dash cams to get if you want peace of mind while on the road\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"4b126867-280b-405a-9174-1c4da886ec9e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESpecs: Camera type:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Front, rear | \u003Cstrong\u003EVideo resolution:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 1080p | \u003Cstrong\u003EScreen size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 3" | \u003Cstrong\u003EProduct dimensions\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1.97" x 3.15" x 1.18"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Chortau Dual Dash Cam features both a front and rear camera for greater viewing. Designed to reduce blind spots, there is 170-degree wide-angle coverage in the front, while the waterproof rear camera offers a 130-degree range. Featuring a three-inch screen for easier viewing, the dual dash cam records in 1080p resolution with Wide Dynamic Range technology.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere is even available audio recording for greater coverage. This is a self-sufficient device, too, with seamless loop recording, so you never have to worry about replacing your memory card. G-sensor technology means that it will save all the footage you need without any you do not. Just plug into the cigar lighter and mount.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Chortau Dual Dash Cam\" data-superlative=\"Best cheap dash cam overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A dash cam on a windshield with a sunset in the background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Image: Amazon","imageData":{"id":"5e993603-ecec-40d2-b924-17ebf92c005e","title":"chortau-dual-dash-cam","filename":"chortau-dual-dash-cam.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F15\u002F5e993603-ecec-40d2-b924-17ebf92c005e\u002Fchortau-dual-dash-cam.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":108562,"width":1296,"height":729,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-15 16:19:59","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-09-15 16:22:11","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Image: Amazon","alt":"A dash cam on a windshield with a sunset in the background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":["dash cam"],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"5e993603-ecec-40d2-b924-17ebf92c005e","imageAltText":"A dash cam on a windshield with a sunset in the background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Image: Amazon","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"chortau-dual-dash-cam.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F15","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":729,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Image: Amazon\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FCHORTAU-Dashboard-G-Sensor-Recording-Detection\u002Fdp\u002FB07Q5R22DV?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"69.95","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FCHORTAU-Dashboard-G-Sensor-Recording-Detection\u002Fdp\u002FB07Q5R22DV","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FCHORTAU-Dashboard-G-Sensor-Recording-Detection\u002Fdp\u002FB07Q5R22DV?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgo.shopyourlikes.com\u002Fpi\u002Fccdc566cc9ac195fdee37e03625f18f9f1fd26be?afId=614548&afCampaignId=[subid_value]&afCreativeId=2993&afPlacementId=2","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"82","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FDash-Cam-Front-Rear-CHORTAU-Dual-3-inch-Dashboard-Camera-Full-HD-170-Wide-Angle-Backup-Night-Vision-WDR-G-Sensor-Parking-Monitor-Loop-Recording-Motio\u002F444904015","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgo.shopyourlikes.com\u002Fpi\u002Fccdc566cc9ac195fdee37e03625f18f9f1fd26be?afId=614548&afCampaignId=[subid_value]&afCreativeId=2993&afPlacementId=2"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Clear display~Excellent video quality~Wide-angle lens\" data-dislike=\"No Wi-Fi or GPS~Night imaging could be improved\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Chortau support","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fchannel\\\u002FUCnpgtjbKHlv8Rn-onq0GKXA","height":150,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"150\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FjjPSmW2f9oI?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"CHORTAU Dash Cam B-T27 installation video\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FjjPSmW2f9oI\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"CHORTAU Dash Cam B-T27 installation video","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FjjPSmW2f9oI\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"245a05eb-cd57-40d6-b212-317cb8431fd6\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESpecs: Camera type: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EFront, rear |\u003Cstrong\u003E Video resolution: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E1080p | \u003Cstrong\u003EScreen size: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E2" | \u003Cstrong\u003EProduct dimensions\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1" x 1" x 2"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOur pick for the best compact dash cam is Garmin's Dash Cam Mini 2. It still manages to offer a two-inch screen, recording in a 1080p resolution with a 140-degree lens and exclusive Garmin Clarity HDR optics. It automatically records and saves accidents you have on the road, but voice control is also incorporated to maximize driver safety and is available in six different languages.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can even monitor your car when you are not around via the Parking Guard feature. 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Consider whether you prefer to have two cameras, as this could also increase the amount you spend.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResolution\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: The best cheap dash cams all feature a resolution of 1080p, guaranteeing high-quality images for your review. Many dash cams offer 4K imaging for fantastic clarity and attention to detail.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENight vision\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: If you do a lot of night driving, it is important to consider whether a dash camera has night vision to record dark environments.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these cheap dash cams?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EDash cams are legal in all U.S. states, but it is still important to check local traffic laws to ensure that you are using an appropriate model and in the right way.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is a dash cam legal?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA dash cam can be an invaluable help when it comes to insurance reporting after an accident. Whether someone hits your vehicle or breaks into your car, having videographic evidence can speed up the claims process and help guarantee that your claim will end in your favor.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Do I need a dash cam?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ECheap dash cams range in price, costing between $70 and $350 approximately. However, the cost of dash cameras can vary significantly, costing well over $500, depending on the model and features that you choose.&nbsp; &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How much do dash cams cost?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1555caca-a976-4e78-b5df-4435662a7042\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EDuring our study, we found many alternative cheap dash cams that may also be worthy of your consideration. These almost made our list.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Are there alternative cheap dash cams worth considering?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"28441582-23dd-4546-af61-2b8e1e55684d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Rove R2-4K Dash Cam: Built-in GPS to help\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"71374b52-1425-4a98-895d-8c186d80d324","filename":"rove-r2-4k-dash-cam.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F30\u002F71374b52-1425-4a98-895d-8c186d80d324\u002Frove-r2-4k-dash-cam.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-30 06:38:02","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"71374b52-1425-4a98-895d-8c186d80d324","imageFilename":"rove-r2-4k-dash-cam.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F08\u002F30"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FR2-4K-Dashboard-Camera-Recorder-Vision\u002Fdp\u002FB074JT3698\" data-offerprice=\"119.99\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"acf88d91-0ba5-4057-93b1-59b28dcfcc58\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Rexing Dash Cam V1: A budget-friendly dash cam\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Rexing Dash Cam V1","caption":"\u003Cp\u003ERexing Dash Cam V1\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"6bfa9aed-3e5a-4afd-92d8-bba239ddb58c","filename":"rexing-dash-cam-v1.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F30\u002F6bfa9aed-3e5a-4afd-92d8-bba239ddb58c\u002Frexing-dash-cam-v1.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-30 06:43:57","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"6bfa9aed-3e5a-4afd-92d8-bba239ddb58c","imageFilename":"rexing-dash-cam-v1.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F08\u002F30"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003ERexing Dash Cam V1\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002F\" data-offerprice=\"99\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-09-15 16:29:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The best cheap dash cams will allow you to document scenic drives, monitor first-time drivers, or record inside a vehicle, all for a lot less money.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"36b8870b-8370-41a1-a5c9-fdf87554333f",image:{id:"f2d161fd-a5b9-4cde-97dd-7076caa70ff0",filename:"zdnet-best-cheap-dash-cam.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-30 06:11:07",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Placeholder product image alt text",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003EAlso, notice the image file name is descriptive. Please don't upload images that have \"screenshot\" or \"image\" or something unknown in the file name. 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After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EA quality dash cam can be a valuable tool for new and experienced drivers by helping to keep an eye on the road as well as the interior of your vehicle. By recording the road in front of your vehicle, a dash cam can provide important information for authorities and insurance companies in the event of an accident or collision. And recording the interior can give parents of new drivers or caretakers of elderly parents a way to correct bad driving habits and get context in case of an accident or collision.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOther dash cam kits include a second camera unit for mounting on the back of a vehicle to give you almost 360 degrees of recording. Many dash cams feature night vision to record in the dark as well as motion detection to automatically record activity while your car is parked. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-backup-camera\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best backup cameras\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat is the best dash cam right now?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI chose the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"0a1c04a6-aac2-4b69-a932-4bf2086d46fd\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0742J69SQ\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0742J69SQ?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Vantrue N2 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E as the best dash cam you can buy right now for its support of high-capacity microSD cards for more video storage, inclusion of a front and rear camera, and up to 1440p recording resolution. You can keep reading below to find out more about the Vantrue N2 Pro as well as my other picks for the best dash cameras.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBest dash cams of 2024\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fb2b2f4-1f70-4eb7-a8d7-573f4571fea3\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Vantrue N2 Pro is an excellent dash cam for new drivers as well as drivers looking to upgrade their current dash cam setup. It features a front-facing camera and an interior-facing camera, so you can record both the road and passengers as you drive. The front camera captures video in 1440p resolution at 30 frames per second, while the interior camera records in 1080p at 60 frames per second. You also can change the front camera to 1080p\u002F60fps for smoother playback at faster driving speeds.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor power, you can either use the included 12V adapter or purchase a \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FHardwire-Dashcam-Plozoe-Installation-Tool%EF%BC%8811-5ft%EF%BC%89\u002Fdp\u002FB07FXJD8W1\u002F?tag=zd-buy-button-20" target="_blank"\u003Ehardwire kit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to connect the camera to your car's battery for nearly unlimited runtime. The front camera uses infrared night vision to capture clearer images in the dark and even has a 24-hour parking mode, which uses motion detection to only capture footage when something moves near the car.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt supports microSD cards up to 256GB for storing videos, and the camera records in loops, so you never have to worry about offloading old videos. The camera will automatically overwrite old videos when the card is full. The built-in G sensor automatically detects when a crash or other accident happens and stores relevant video for later viewing. There's also an \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FVantrue-Receiver-Module-Suction-Windows\u002Fdp\u002FB07CYW6JXW\u002F?tag=zd-buy-button-20" target="_blank"\u003Eoptional GPS unit\u003C\u002Fa\u003E you can buy for accurate location tracking to help emergency services get to you faster in the event of an accident.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVerified customer reviews on Amazon agree that the night vision feature of the Vantrue N2 Pro does a great job of letting you see pedestrians, animals, and road hazards in the dark. They also agree that the system is easy to set up.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EVantrue N2 Pro tech specs:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResolution:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E1440p |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ENight vision:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Yes |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMotion detection:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Yes |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EStorage:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Up to 256GB microSD card |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPower source:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;12V adapter, hardwire kit |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EGPS:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Optional |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EViewing angle:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;170 degrees front, 140 degrees interior |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EViewing location:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Front, interior\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Vantrue N2 Pro\" data-superlative=\"Best dash cam overall\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"vanture dash cam","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Vantrue\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"c69fbafd-ab00-4c8a-8f4c-9283cfba1d16","title":"vanture dash cam","filename":"screenshot-2024-04-16-at-3-17-30-pm-removebg-preview.png","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F16\u002Fc69fbafd-ab00-4c8a-8f4c-9283cfba1d16\u002Fscreenshot-2024-04-16-at-3-17-30-pm-removebg-preview.png","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":70462,"width":691,"height":361,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-04-16 19:18:20","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-04-16 19:18:45","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fpng","deleted":false,"credits":"Vanture\u002FZDNET","alt":"vanture dash cam","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"c69fbafd-ab00-4c8a-8f4c-9283cfba1d16","imageAltText":"vanture dash cam","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Vantrue\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"screenshot-2024-04-16-at-3-17-30-pm-removebg-preview.png","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F04\u002F16","imageWidth":691,"imageHeight":361,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Vantrue\u002FZDNET\" data-offer=\"{"id":"99dae4a9-b19f-4fbf-8a37-0ff6241af220","slug":"vantrue-n2-pro-uber-dual-1080p-dash-cam-2-5k-1440p-front-dash-cam-front-and-inside-loop-dash-camera-with-infrared-night","label":"Vantrue N2 Pro Uber Dual 1080P Dash Cam, 2.5K 1440P Front Dash Cam, Front and Inside Loop Dash Camera with Infrared Night Vision, 24hr Motion Detection Parking Mode, Accident Record, Support 256GB max","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":null,"imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product","typeLabel":"Tech Product","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0742J69SQ","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~ Great resolution ~ Dual camera views ~ Supports high-capacity microSD cards\" data-dislike=\"~ GPS and hardwire kits not included ~ Not 4K\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"15ccbbfe-b9ce-4185-bd38-70d5b5624a58\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're looking for a dependable dash cam that won't break the bank, the Nexar Beam is an excellent option. This dash cam retails for less than $175, while still giving you awesome features like motion detection recording.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe front-facing camera captures video in 1080p for clear images, and the included 32GB microSD card can store up to 4 hours of dash cam footage. You also get unlimited free cloud backup storage for video, so you can have them on hand for insurance purposes if needed. And no need to worry about offloading video on a regular basis -- the Nexar Beam automatically loops and overwrites old video when the card is full.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fnexar-beam-dash-cam\u002F" target="_blank"\u003ENexar Beam dash cam\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the companion smartphone app, you can set up automatic updates for the camera so it's always ready to go. You also can use the app to create detailed collision reports, complete with G force, speed, and location information as well as related videos.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you forget where you parked your car or if it gets stolen, the app provides detailed location info so you can get your vehicle back safely. It even sends out SOS messages to emergency contacts in the event of a crash so that you can get help faster. The best part? There's no monthly subscription fee. The cost of the dash cam covers your lifetime usage of the app and its features. ZDNET's own Eileen Brown got to go hands-on with the Nexar Beam, and loved the companion app for being easy to connect to the camera and customize features. 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The large capacity makes it great for road trips, long-haul trucking, and full-time rideshare drivers. The camera is also incredibly compact, measuring just 2 x 1 x 1 inches, so it won't obstruct your view while you're driving.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERead the review:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fgarmin-dash-cam-66w-dashboard-camera\u002F" target="_blank"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOn the road with the Garmin Dash Cam Mini and 66W: Clear video, driver assist, and smartphone control\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Garmin Mini 2 uses built-in voice controls for hands-free use, so you can start and stop the dash cam record while driving without taking your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road. 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You can use the slo-mo function to analyze footage frame by frame, while the built-in image stabilizer reduces picture sway for clearer frames.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERead the review:&nbsp;\u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnextbase-622gw-dash-cam-hands-on-advanced-technology-and-capability-provides-a-safety-net-for-drivers\u002F" target="_blank"\u003ENextbase 622GW Dash Cam hands-on: Advanced technology and capability provides a safety net for drivers\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the camera's night vision and motion detection, you can record at night and when your car is parked. The dash cam connects to your smartphone via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to automatically sync and store your video recordings. The built-in Alexa functionality gives you hands-free control and the ability to hear the news, weather, and your favorite music without taking your eyes off the road.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET expert Matthew Miller tested out the Nextbase 622GW praising its intuitive integration of both Android and iOS companion apps and included 64GB microSD card for storing recordings. Verified reviews from Best Buy and Amazon both agree that the Nextbase 622GW's 4K recording resolution is great for reviewing footage for insurance claims, but do note that the camera has an automatic shutoff feature to protect against overheating. So if you live in a very high temperature area like the Southwestern US, you may want to make a note of safe operation temperatures before you buy.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ENextbase 622GW tech specs:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EResolution:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E4K |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ENight vision:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Yes |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMotion detection:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Yes |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EStorage:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Up to 256GB |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EPower source:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;12V adapter |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EGPS:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Yes |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EViewing angle:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;140 degrees |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EViewing location:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Front&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Nextbase 622GW\" data-superlative=\"Best dash cam with GPS tracking\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Two Nextbase 622GW dash cams on a black background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Nextbase\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"58cbff22-40b0-43c4-8a97-8c774212b4c0","title":"nextbase-622gw-2","filename":"nextbase-622gw-2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2020\u002F10\u002F08\u002F58cbff22-40b0-43c4-8a97-8c774212b4c0\u002Fnextbase-622gw-2.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":533857,"width":1161,"height":900,"dateCreated":{"date":"2020-10-08 03:53:04","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2020-10-08 03:53:07","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":null,"alt":"nextbase-622gw-2.jpg","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"58cbff22-40b0-43c4-8a97-8c774212b4c0","imageAltText":"Two Nextbase 622GW dash cams on a black background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Nextbase\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"nextbase-622gw-2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2020\u002F10\u002F08","imageWidth":1161,"imageHeight":900,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Nextbase\u002FZDNET\" data-offer=\"{"id":"22ba8581-6c26-4b9b-aeda-d41d8525ab85","slug":"nextbase-622gw-4k-dash-cam-silver-nbdvr622gw-264ad","label":"Nextbase - 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Not only does it record what's on the road in front of you, but it also has a second lens for recording the interior of the car, which is helpful if your car is ever broken into or stolen. Parents of new drivers can assess their teens' levels of distractions and dangerous driving habits.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt even has infrared night vision and motion detection to capture images in the dark and conserve battery life. It records in 1440p resolution at 30 frames per second for clean, crisp images. You can also switch to 1080p for a higher frame rate while you're driving.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest dash cam\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest Price\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResolution\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStorage\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVantrue N2 Pro\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$170\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1440p\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUp to 256GB&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENexar Beam\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$100\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1080p\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUp to 256GB\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGarmin Mini 2\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$130\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1080p\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUp to 512GB\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVantrue N4\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$200\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E4K\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUp to 256GB\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENextbase 622GW\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$400\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E4K\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUp to 256GB\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cp\u003E*Best price at time of writing. Please note that actual retail price may vary depending on the seller as well as available deals and active promotions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best dash cam?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"65474b26-90c2-4eee-bda5-a005bcbe6f10\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best dash cam for you depends on what you want to record and for how long. There are many dash cams on the market that record the road in front of your car, which is great for providing evidence in case of crashes and accidents.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOthers also can record the interior of your car, which is perfect for parents of teen drivers who want to keep tabs on their distractions and dangerous behaviors. Some dash cams come with a second camera that you can mount in the rear window of your car to record vehicles and the road behind you.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you want to keep your car monitored while it's parked or while you're driving at night, you'll want to opt for a model with motion detection recording and night vision for clearer images in dim light and to conserve battery while idle. You'll also want to choose a dash cam with a high storage capacity so you can properly store several days or weeks' worth of video.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome dash cams also require professional installation, since they connect to your car's battery, computer, and electrical systems to function. While these can be quite expensive on top of installation costs, they're a good option if you don't plan on switching vehicles or don't want to mess with recharging batteries.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChoose this\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E&nbsp;dash cam\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you need…\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVantrue N2 Pro\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn affordable and well-rounded dash cam for front and interior recording.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENexar Beam\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA very affordable dash cam with cloud storage, SOS messaging after crashes, and good resolution.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGarmin Mini 2\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA name-brand dash cam with high-capacity storage, a compact design, and voice controls.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVantrue N4\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA dash cam kit for recording multiple viewpoints with 4K resolution, night vision, and motion detection.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENextbase 622GW\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA high-end dash cam with voice controls, 4K resolution, and GPS tracking.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right dash cam for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e00fea04-23c5-4c28-a2f8-10b8c5f8aec9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhether it's your first dash camera or an upgrade for your current setup, here are a few features to keep in mind as you shop:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Staying within your budget is important, not only to be nice to your wallet, but to ensure that you aren't paying for features you aren't going to use, or making up in frustration what you've saved in cash.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERecording set up:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Many dash cams are made to only record the road in front of the vehicle. But there are models that also record the interior of your vehicle or include a second camera to use as a backup camera or for traffic recording.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESmart features:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Many dash cams work with companion apps for smartphones and tablets which give you access to saved recordings, expanded cloud storage, and enhanced settings like motion detection and night vision.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing a dash cam:\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"023f67f2-1e4e-4603-921c-efe3f9fdd0e9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile testing and researching each dash cam featured on this list, I and other ZDNET experts kept these criteria in mind:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESet up:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Some dash cams require you to hardwire them into your vehicle's electrical system for a continuous source of power, while others have built-in rechargeable batteries. We included several types on this list to suit both newcomers and dash cam experts.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EExpandable memory:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Whether you opt for expandable internal storage via microSD cards or cloud storage backup, each dash cam on this best list has been ensured to support various memory capacities for recording video and still photos.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EVideo resolution:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Having a dash cam doesn't make much of a difference if you can't tell what was recorded. Each dash cam on this list has been vetted to have a minimum recording resolution of 1080p HD.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose the best dash cams?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAbsolutely! Whether it uses your car's battery or its own rechargeable one, your dash cam will be able to record as long as it has access to a reliable source of power.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI recommend using a dash cam with motion detection if you're planning to hook it up to your car battery, so it won't get depleted overnight. And you won't have to worry about your dash cam depleting your vehicle's battery, as it doesn't require much power.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can also avoid this altogether by buying a dedicated battery pack for your dash cam. These also charge when your vehicle is in motion.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Do dash cameras work when the car is off?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1a69d0be-f6af-4943-ad92-a9fed6d28064\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt mostly depends on how much storage space you have. A 32GB SD card can store about four hours of 1080p footage before it needs to be overwritten, whereas a 512GB SD card can store up to 24 hours of 1080p video.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf your dash cam is capable of cloud storage, you can have almost unlimited video storage, since it will upload data to the cloud server to make room for local recording. However, as you go up in resolution, your storage can handle less footage. A 32GB card will only hold about 30 minutes of 4K video, and a 512GB one will hold close to four hours.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's why it's best to have a dash cam with cloud storage. It also comes in handy if you're involved in an accident and the device incurs damage.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How long do dash cameras keep footage?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you only plan to use your dash cam while you're driving, a smaller SD card will be just fine. 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Battery is 7 lbs"],["Folded size","36 x 16 x 27 inches"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"7da352e8-3f6c-4c7d-82bb-8ed56ee06693\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EFolded up and ready to go or store\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"lectric-xp-lite-15\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-lite-15.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"972\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAssembly\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Lectric XP Lite arrived in the smallest box I've seen for an electric bike, and it turns out there were no tools inside the package. You don't need any tools since the bike is fully assembled, so you simply remove it from the box, unfold the frame and stem, raise the seat, inflate the tires to the correct pressure, fold down the pedals, charge up the battery, and go. You do need to have one of the two provided keys inserted into the bike in order to use the battery, so don't forget this step. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a4fdc755-19aa-4c26-aa05-c86143ca4e81\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe center frame, key, stand, and more are shown in Lectric Blue\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"lectric-xp-lite-7\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-lite-7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"972\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe owner's manual provides excellent instructions for every aspect of the bike, including raising or lowering the seat, tilting the angle of the seat, adjusting handlebar height, removing the battery, and more. Torque specifications for every bolt are provided. Display functions and settings are also explained in detail. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fcyrusher-ranger-e-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis heavy-duty e-bike had me flying off-road, grinning from ear to ear\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELectric Bikes offers four colors of the XP Lite, including Lectric Blue, Arctic White, Midnight Black, and Sandstorm. I had the opportunity to test out the Lectric Blue model with the cool 80s-era color stripes located on the main frame. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHardware\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are two hinged parts on the Lectric XP Lite, the stem and frame, both secured with substantial locking latches to keep everything fastened together. Rotate the stem up into position, lock it in place, and then use the stem clamp to raise or lower the handlebars. At the end of the handlebars are very comfortable grips with extended palm rests that make riding the bike for long periods of time a very comfortable experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhovsco-hovranger-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe HovRanger e-bike is $500 cheaper but just as capable as my daily commuter\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFront and rear brake levers are found on the forward side of the handlebars. The display control pad has a power button, plus button, and minus button on the left side. Press and hold the power button to turn on the LCD display and enable battery power to the hub motor. The plus and minus buttons are used to control the pedal assist levels. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"29586c03-8e4a-4391-bafe-7213293dd2eb\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ELarge numbers make this easy to read while zipping along at 20 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"lectric-xp-lite-12\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-lite-12.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"972\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOver on the right side of the handlebars is a rotating throttle, so simply twist it to engage the throttle. Unlike some other e-bikes, no forward speed is required to engage the throttle so that you can pull some fun wheelies with the bike. Take care and be ready for forward motion if you twist the throttle. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn the center of the handlebars is a large, backlit LCD display. Even with my aging eyes, the numbers and letters are large and legible. The assist mode and level, odometer, battery level, maximum and average speed, speedometer, light indicator, and mile indicator are all shown on the display. Press and hold down the plus button to turn on the backlight, headlight, and rear taillight. Repeat the same action to turn off the lights. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe headlight is positioned in the center of the front, and it is quite bright. The tires are not very large, but they are a bit fat and help make for a comfortable ride. The front disc mechanical brakes stop on a dime, and I was able to stop within two bike lengths while propelling my 250-lbs body forward at 20 mph. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike's main frame is a rectangular tube that folds in half. The tube extends from the front forks down to the back wheel support and is sturdy aluminum material. There is a frame ring around the opening where the bike folds with the latch connected to it. The key access is on the underside of the frame near where the bike folds. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d778e601-fe5d-47ce-bb83-d32752d641e7\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe motor moves you quickly on flat surfaces and hills\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"lectric-xp-lite-3\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-lite-3.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"972\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn the aft part of the bike, a substantial handle is welded securely in place so that you can carry the bike. At the bottom of this area is a stand so that when the bike is folded, it can rest on the stand rather than on the front chain guide or pedals. Speaking of the pedals, they fold up with a quick action for easier storage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESee also: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\"\u003EThe best electric bikes: Top e-bikes for commuting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA very comfortable seat is provided with the ability to raise it to a very tall height. I am 6'1\" and there was still plenty of room to raise the seat higher than I was comfortable with while still maintaining a stable seat platform. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBehind the seat is the rear taillight that attaches to the back of the frame piece. The rear hub motor, rear disc brakes, and rear chain guide are found near the back of the bike. A kickstand is mounted on the left side of the back frame near the wheel. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Price and availability \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Lectric XP Lite is available now \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"d74a7c7c-d62f-4c64-8245-6c1d7abff458\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fxp-lite-lectric-blue\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"for just $799\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EShipping of the bike is free, and the company also offers upgraded seat and carry package options for discounted prices when you order now. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"3d4abff1-6d1d-46ba-a266-07cb05b7d57d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Lectric XP Lite\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"lectric-xp-lite-13","caption":"\u003Cp\u003ELectric blue looks good on the XP Lite\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet","imageData":{"id":"1199ccf7-89ed-43b6-a2ba-aa1e0fded8ad","filename":"lectric-xp-lite-13.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F21\u002F1199ccf7-89ed-43b6-a2ba-aa1e0fded8ad\u002Flectric-xp-lite-13.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-21 21:01:37","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"1199ccf7-89ed-43b6-a2ba-aa1e0fded8ad","imageFilename":"lectric-xp-lite-13.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F08\u002F21"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003ELectric blue looks good on the XP Lite\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fxp-lite-lectric-blue\" data-offerprice=\"799\" data-offermerchant=\"Lectrice Bikes\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBottom line \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen I was approached about this bike, I did not have high expectations with the low price and the foldable design. Past folding bikes were OK but a bit wobbly for my weight and desired riding speed. Thankfully, Lectric changed my mind immediately, and I've been recommending this bike to family and friends for the past month. It is a sheer joy to ride, and with the fun 80s color and stripes, it takes me back to my youth.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-home-ev-charger\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe 5 best home EV chargers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Lectric XP Lite is also fast, powerful, safe, and well-built. I was able to go 17-18 mph in throttle-only mode on flat surfaces and 9-10 mph up steep hills. With a bit less incline, the bike hit throttle speeds of 12-15 mph up hills. There are no gears, but with the excellent pedal assist capability, I never wanted to shift gears and instead focused on the thrill of riding the bike. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"924c478e-79d7-4434-aade-c40f6bb7131f\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe XP Lite has a basic look, but it's built to last\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"lectric-xp-lite-5\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-lite-5.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"972\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI was blown away by how fast the bike stopped, which is a great safety feature for a bike that goes 20 mph. The display is large and very easy to read, while the simple controls are also straightforward and functional. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe welds on the bike look fantastic, there is no creaking or play in any part of the bike, and it was stable and solid through all of the riding I performed. I love how it folds up and fits in my car trunk, as that has allowed me to take it to other places to ride, which is important because I do not have a truck or bike rack on my car. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI highly recommend the Lectric XP Lite for many people, and if you want to have fun while riding a bike, you should check it out. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAlternatives to consider \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile I personally can't think of much to complain about with the Lectric XP Lite, including the price and performance, here are a few alternatives to consider. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"5e23400a-9ccf-479e-91ca-6730eabbaa9c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Heybike Mars Electric Bike\" 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The Lectric XP Lite shatters those expectations.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"a3ae1c92-9ca6-4e60-b9b7-6fdcf7f3df28",image:{id:"1199ccf7-89ed-43b6-a2ba-aa1e0fded8ad",filename:"lectric-xp-lite-13.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-21 21:01:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"lectric-xp-lite-13",credits:"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet",caption:"\u003Cp\u003ELectric blue looks good on the XP Lite\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F21\u002F1199ccf7-89ed-43b6-a2ba-aa1e0fded8ad\u002Flectric-xp-lite-13.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:972,height:729,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"review-single",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-review",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Lectric XP Lite e-bike review: A sheer ($800) joy to ride",topic:{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"8894ec40-0251-4404-9f0c-75f691d8c38c",slug:"fitness",name:"Fitness",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"98d6f538-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"palmsolo (aka Matthew Miller)",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Matthew",lastName:"Miller",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"ee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc",filename:"matthew-miller.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:28:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc\u002Fmatthew-miller.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Matthew Miller started using mobile devices in 1997 and has been writing news, reviews, and opinion pieces ever since. He was a co-host, with Kevin Tofel, of the MobileTechRoundup podcast for 13 years and authored three Wiley Companion series books. Matthew started using mobile devices with a US Robotics Pilot 1000 and has owned hundreds of devices running Palm, Linux, Symbian, Newton, BlackBerry, iOS, Android, webOS, Windows Mobile, and Windows Phone operating systems. His current collection includes a Galaxy Z Fold 3, COROS Vertix 2, Garmin Fenix 945 LTE, Microsoft Surface Pro 6, and many more, along with classic devices like the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 and Sony CLIE UX50. Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"ab29f81b-0541-4f31-918f-a00e03379ecc\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Heybike Cityrun\" data-rating=\"5\" data-like=\"~Brake and turn signal indicators ~Large carrying capacity ~Bright lights, rear rack, fenders ~Comfortable handlebars and grips ~Hydraulic brakes ~Smartphone application\" data-dislike=\"~62-pound weight\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"12\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-12-03T09:59:05.687Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"12\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-12-03T09:59:05.687Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"7f705ec8-b054-4ead-9f0c-ffbc087bda8a","filename":"heybike-cityrun-10.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F05\u002F7f705ec8-b054-4ead-9f0c-ffbc087bda8a\u002Fheybike-cityrun-10.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-05 04:25:58","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"7f705ec8-b054-4ead-9f0c-ffbc087bda8a","imageFilename":"heybike-cityrun-10.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F05"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Heybike","offerPrice":"1299","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.heybike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fheybike-cityrun-electric-bike","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FHeybike-Cityrun-26inch-500W-Electric-Bike-Adult-City-Cruiser-Ebike-55-miles-Commuter-Bicycle-With-48V-Battery-Step-Thru-APP-Control-Shimano-7-Speed-G\u002F1709981517&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"1400","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FHeybike-Cityrun-26inch-500W-Electric-Bike-Adult-City-Cruiser-Ebike-55-miles-Commuter-Bicycle-With-48V-Battery-Step-Thru-APP-Control-Shimano-7-Speed-G\u002F1709981517","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FHeybike-Cityrun-26inch-500W-Electric-Bike-Adult-City-Cruiser-Ebike-55-miles-Commuter-Bicycle-With-48V-Battery-Step-Thru-APP-Control-Shimano-7-Speed-G\u002F1709981517&subId1=subid_value"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FHeybike-Electric-Removable-Step-Thru-Commuter\u002Fdp\u002FB0BGQFXL76?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"1400","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FHeybike-Electric-Removable-Step-Thru-Commuter\u002Fdp\u002FB0BGQFXL76?th=1","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FHeybike-Electric-Removable-Step-Thru-Commuter\u002Fdp\u002FB0BGQFXL76?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI started riding electric bikes several years ago, and I've had the opportunity to review many models in 2022, such as the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffiido-x-electric-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Egreat-looking Fiido X\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Flectric-xp-3-0-e-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Epassenger-friendly Lectric XP 3.0\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. In my past reviews, I had bike models from Heybike listed in my alternatives to consider.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"none\" data-quote=\"The Heybike Cityrun is well-constructed with good-quality welds and an outstanding paint job, and it feels solid at high speeds.\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA few weeks ago, the company reached out and asked if I wanted to evaluate one of its many models. Since I ride an e-bike as part of my daily commute, I decided to test out the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"21035fbd-27d5-4a8a-88d7-a27e1f5cd70c\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FHeybike-Electric-Removable-Step-Thru-Commuter\u002Fdp\u002FB0BGQFXL76?th=1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Heybike Cityrun\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E in orange. It comes in orange, green, and black colors with a current price of $1,299.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI wasn't sure what to expect from the Heybike Cityrun, so I was pleasantly surprised to discover it is optimized for the commuter with a few safety and convenience features, including the outstanding high-quality front and rear lights, turn signal indicators in the rear light, leather handlebar grips, water bottle cup holder, and very comfortable swept-back-style handlebars.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fzectron-ebike-first-look-a-week-long-rider-with-a-lot-of-potential\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EZectron e-bike first look: A week-long rider with a lot of potential\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Heybike Cityrun also has an accompanying iOS and Android smartphone app with ways to customize your bike, turn it on and off, and even track your rides and ride history. It's a very capable e-bike that will appeal to commuters.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"ZDNET","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@zdnetvideo","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FcYJF34FuLLc?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Heybike Cityrun e-bike review: Our favorite way to commute\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FcYJF34FuLLc\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Heybike Cityrun e-bike review: Our favorite way to commute","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FcYJF34FuLLc\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Motor size","500W rear hub"],["Pedal Assist","3 levels with throttle"],["Range","55 miles with pedal assist, 40 miles throttle"],["Top speed","20 mph"],["Suspension","Hydraulic front forks"],["Gears","7-speed Shimano"],["Battery capacity","48V with 4-5 hour charge time"],["Display","Backlit LCD with smartphone app and Bluetooth"],["Lights","Front and rear connected to the battery"],["Payload capacity","350 lbs"],["Rear rack capacity","120 lbs"],["Brakes","Hydraulic disc"],["Tires","26\\" x 2.5\\""],["Bike weight","61.7 lbs"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAssembly and prep to ride\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"dd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fdd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've been spoiled by some of the many recent folding bikes I have tested that came in the box fully assembled, so I only needed to unfold the bike to get out and go. The Heybike Cityrun requires a bit more work to get up and running, especially for my test unit, which arrived with a broken rear fender. (I had to fully remove the rear wheel to install the new replacement rear fender.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHeybike provides a very comprehensive and detailed manual, along with all of the tools you need to assemble and maintain the bike. Simply follow the directions to assemble the handlebars, front wheel, pedals, seat, front fender, and rear rack, and you should have the bike up and running in 30 minutes or so. I was a bit surprised to see that it's necessary to install the rear rack, but this gives you the flexibility to use the bike without the rack. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-800-lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-is-a-sheer-joy-to-ride\u002F\"\u003EThe $800 Lectric XP Lite e-bike is a sheer joy to ride\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe front suspension fork can move up and down up to 80mm. The lockout lever, found on the right side, can be used to lock the suspension fork's travel. The adjustment knob on the left side can make the suspension stiffer or softer.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe battery can only be removed by inserting the key and unlocking the battery. You do not need the key inserted to operate the bike, so store the key away safely to remove the battery for charging and storage. You can also charge up the battery with it mounted on the bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EControls for the bike and display are found on the left side of the handlebars. There are several icons on the controls and options for showing different types of data on the display. The headlights will turn on automatically when the display is on and the environment is dark, but you can also manually turn them on as well.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EPerformance\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the best experience with the Heybike Cityrun, you should download and install the Heybike smartphone app. Connect the bike via Bluetooth, and then the bike will turn on automatically when you approach it with your smartphone. You can also have it auto-lock when Bluetooth is disconnected, including giving that a time limit. This is a great security feature and while it won't prevent theft, it should make the bike less enticing to thieves.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe smartphone app also lets you log your rides and view the history of your rides. You can control speed level settings, backlight, and assist strength using the app.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Heybike Cityrun is rated to provide up to 55 miles of range using pedal assist mode Level 1 with a 165-pound passenger and 40 miles of throttle-only mode. I am a 240-pound rider who spends a lot of time riding on hills, so my range was less. I typically ride 7 miles a day, so I was able to go a week between charging the bike, which is all I am looking for in a commuter-class e-bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\"\u003EThe best electric bikes: Top e-bikes for commuting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike is designed for riders from 5 feet, 4 inches to 6 feet, 5 inches, with a nice step-through design that makes it easy to get on and off the bike. This is the first e-bike I have tested with a water bottle holder included and attached. Given that it is an e-bike and not a standard bike, you might also want to use this to hold your coffee cup during your commute.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne thing that stood out to me was the size of the bike, especially the handlebar height of 44 inches. The bike is just over 6 feet long with a handlebar width of 26 inches. It gets up and goes quickly with the assist and throttle, which I love when leaving from a stopped position.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile I enjoy the compact storage of a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fzectron-ebike-first-look-a-week-long-rider-with-a-lot-of-potential\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Efolding bike like the Zectron\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, nothing beats the commuting experience of a bike designed and optimized for commuting with traffic. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.heybike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fheybike-cityrun-electric-bike\"\u003EHeybike Cityrun\u003C\u002Fa\u003E was perfect for commuting, with the handy turn signal indicators. It's tough to ride a big, heavy e-bike and get those arm signals out, so I greatly appreciated the bright, flashing electronic turn signals. The bright brake light is also great for letting drivers know what you are doing on the bike. The bike has a fairly loud horn, too, so you can sound the signal when needed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"7227d63c-82e9-4117-a3d5-5fdfe009c9de\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Heybike Cityrun\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"7f705ec8-b054-4ead-9f0c-ffbc087bda8a","filename":"heybike-cityrun-10.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F05\u002F7f705ec8-b054-4ead-9f0c-ffbc087bda8a\u002Fheybike-cityrun-10.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-05 04:25:58","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"7f705ec8-b054-4ead-9f0c-ffbc087bda8a","imageFilename":"heybike-cityrun-10.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F05"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FHeybike-Electric-Removable-Step-Thru-Commuter\u002Fdp\u002FB0BGQFXL76?th=1\" data-offerprice=\"1400\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe smartphone app lets you customize and update the bike, control whether it's locked, and track your rides. The orange color is also a nice safety feature, since it stands out on the street. The \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"f6a0f691-a41a-4c4b-a044-9c683906655d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FHeybike-Electric-Removable-Step-Thru-Commuter\u002Fdp\u002FB0BGQFXL76?th=1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Heybike Cityrun\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is well-constructed with good-quality welds and an outstanding paint job, and it feels solid at high speeds. The seat is comfortable and I love the angled handlebars with leather grips on the end. The display is large and the controls are easy to use as well.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAlternatives to consider\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fjuiced-bikes-crosscurrent-x-electric-bike-review-the-complete-commuter-experience\u002F\"\u003EJuiced Bikes CrossCurrent X\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is an excellent commuter bike thanks to its Class 3 designation and obtainable speeds. These and others to consider are listed below.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"6cdd7870-6a7a-45a3-8d29-ceb296c51e88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Juiced Bikes CrossCurrent X\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"juiced-bikes-crosscurrent-x-step-through","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Image: Juiced Bikes","imageData":{"id":"ccea77bf-77b4-4946-a8ea-4227e5550cc4","filename":"juiced-bikes-crosscurrent-x-step-through.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F06\u002Fccea77bf-77b4-4946-a8ea-4227e5550cc4\u002Fjuiced-bikes-crosscurrent-x-step-through.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-06 01:10:35","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"ccea77bf-77b4-4946-a8ea-4227e5550cc4","imageFilename":"juiced-bikes-crosscurrent-x-step-through.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F06"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" 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using mobile devices in 1997 and has been writing news, reviews, and opinion pieces ever since. He was a co-host, with Kevin Tofel, of the MobileTechRoundup podcast for 13 years and authored three Wiley Companion series books. Matthew started using mobile devices with a US Robotics Pilot 1000 and has owned hundreds of devices running Palm, Linux, Symbian, Newton, BlackBerry, iOS, Android, webOS, Windows Mobile, and Windows Phone operating systems. His current collection includes a Galaxy Z Fold 3, COROS Vertix 2, Garmin Fenix 945 LTE, Microsoft Surface Pro 6, and many more, along with classic devices like the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 and Sony CLIE UX50. Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"9730759b-8001-4617-b784-4fad793dde20\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Zectron e-bike\" data-like=\"~Comfortable ride ~Minimal visible wires ~"Week-long" battery life ~Bright front and rear lights\" data-dislike=\"~Loud button sound ~ Availablity remains limited\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"10\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-10-27T21:04:46.659Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"10\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-10-27T21:04:46.659Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"0db369fb-eeda-4083-899d-791e3e4d7ca0","filename":"zectron-ebike-review-2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F10\u002F26\u002F0db369fb-eeda-4083-899d-791e3e4d7ca0\u002Fzectron-ebike-review-2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-10-26 14:37:02","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"0db369fb-eeda-4083-899d-791e3e4d7ca0","imageFilename":"zectron-ebike-review-2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F10\u002F26"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Zectron","offerPrice":"1999","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zectronebikes.com\u002F","url":""}]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt can be overwhelming trying to figure out which e-bike to purchase given how saturated the market is. Zectron's new e-bike, launching first on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.indiegogo.com\u002Fprojects\u002Fzectron-folding-ebike-a-charge-for-a-week-s-ride\u002Fcoming_soon\"\u003EIndiegogo\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, brings a unique folding frame design with an embedded display, amazingly bright lights, and a promise of technology features that let you track your bike's location. The company also says that the e-bike can last up to a week with a single charge. Those are some big promises for a product that's yet to officially release.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the past couple of weeks, I have been riding around on an early sample model of the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zectronebikes.com\u002F\"\u003EZectron e-bike\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and have even had other riders test it out to gather their opinions on its performance. From what I've seen thus far, ride comfort, powerful battery assist, and responsiveness to turns are what separates the Zectron from the rest of the market. But is it polished enough to warrant your investment?  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"ZDNET","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fc\\\u002Fzdnetvideo","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FLCtPkuJzI-Q?autoplay=0&loop=0&fs=1&start=0&rel=1&feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Zectron folding e-bike review: A comfortable ride\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FLCtPkuJzI-Q\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Zectron folding e-bike review: A comfortable ride","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FLCtPkuJzI-Q\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Frame","Magnesium alloy"],["Motor size","350W brushless geared motor"],["Pedal Assist","Five levels"],["Range","70 miles pedal assist. 150 mile external battery option"],["Top speed","20 mph"],["Battery capacity","36V 417.6Wh"],["Display","Integrated 3.9 inch"],["Lights","Front and rear LED provided"],["Gears","Shimano 7-speed"],["Brakes","Hydraulic disc"],["Fenders","Front and rear optional when purchased"],["Water resistance","IPX4"],["Tires","20\\" x 2.125\\" with mag wheels"],["Folded size","33 x 25 x 31 inches"],["Riding, unfolded, size","59 x 26 x 42 inches"],["Payload capacity","265 pounds"],["Bike weight","55 pounds"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Unboxing and first look \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETwo boxes arrived to set up the Zectron e-bike, but your experience may vary when the commercial-final versions are shipped to customers. One box contained the bike in an extended position, with the handlebar folded down and the front wheel removed. The other box contained the seat, seat post, kickstand, front axle, folding pedals, and frame shock. For what it's worth, packaging the components separately should give each part enough space for safe and damage-free shipping. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b519c7c7-a295-4227-9edb-c4bc8d59a993\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EFolded and ready to pack.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Zectron ebike folded\" data-image-filename=\"zectron-ebike-review-1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F26\" data-image-crop=\"1455x818+5+20\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAssembling the e-bike was not as much of a hassle as two boxes make it seem. Remember, the main frame comes pre-installed, so all you really have to do is attach the smaller parts -- most of which don't require anything more than an Allen wrench and\u002For screwdriver. The frame shock attaches to the frame under the seat area with the two securing points clearly visible. All of the hardware and tools needed for final assembly are provided by Zectron and it only took me a few minutes to get everything installed. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Furtopia-carbon-electric-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe Urtopia Carbon E-Bike is a work of art that you can ride\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"ba39eb1c-91de-44bb-9dab-1b8b217002a3\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Zectron e-bike is ready to ride.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Zectron ebike setup and ready to ride\" data-image-filename=\"zectron-ebike-review-4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are a few elements to unfold for getting the bike ready to ride after all the parts are installed. The steps include: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Col\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUnfolding the main frame\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Swing the front half of the bike forward and align the main frame. Flip over the metal locking mechanism until the lock clicks into place. The frame lever is large, with a release button underneath.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFront stem\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Swing up the front stem with the handlebar assembly and lock it into place. The front stem does not adjust and remains at a single height.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESlide up the seat post\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Release the quick lock clamp and raise the seat up to a level that matches your height. You can keep the seat in position moving forward if you do not want to make the folded position that compact.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFlip down the pedals\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: The pedals fold in half to make for a smaller stowage form factor, so make sure to flip these down and into place before riding.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Fol\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe front light is installed and ready to go out of the box. The large, bright rear light is mounted to the aft of the main frame and lights up automatically when you push the brakes.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"6cb48c5c-53d1-41de-83ab-46aadfe9aa22\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA 3.9-inch display is integrated into the handlebars.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Zectron ebike display and handlebars\" data-image-filename=\"zectron-ebike-review-8.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe 3.9-inch display is integrated into the center of the handlebars and lights up to a high brightness level for easy visibility when riding outside. I've tested e-bikes with dimmer screens and those are often illegible in direct sunlight. That's not the case here, and I'm very happy about that. The only problem I currently have with the display is that you can set the System of Units (SI).  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe buttons to control the display are on the left side of the handlebars, though one of the buttons on this early model is a bit off-center so it takes a positioned press to activate it. I'd be on the watch when the official product comes out to see if the buttons are properly fitted. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-800-lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-is-a-sheer-joy-to-ride\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe $800 Lectric XP Lite e-bike is a sheer joy to ride\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs for the sound that comes from the display when your press a button, I found it too loud for comfort. Sometimes, I don't need everyone on the block to know that I'm on my e-bike. While it's always practical to have a confirmation sound, others who have ridden the bike over the past few weeks made the exact same observation. Zectron tells me that this will be adjusted before commercial release, so I'll keep an eye out for that, too.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"023406fe-b9b2-425c-afe7-94ead44c2413\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe rear light is bright and also serves as a brake light\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Zectron ebike brake light\" data-image-filename=\"zectron-ebike-review-3.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne aspect that stands out from all of the other e-bikes I've tested is the invisible wires. The wires on the Zectron are hidden inside the frame so that all you see is one cable collection leading down from the handlebars and then a short cable from the front light into the frame. For how much of a tangling mess e-bikes can be, I'm impressed by how clean and modern this one looks. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe model I tested has an integrated, non-removable battery with an advertised range of 74 miles. An external battery option will be available when the bike is officially launched for retail sales which will double the battery range of the bike. Obviously, that benefit comes at the cost of extra weight and money.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fcharge-comfort-2-electric-bike-review\u002F\"\u003EThe Charge Comfort 2 e-bike is a smooth ride that fits in tight spaces\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Performance \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe unique frame and shock system are designed to provide the rider with a comfortable riding experience -- even for extended periods. The seat is suspended by the frame and shock absorber so when you go over bumpy roads, the ride feels less turbulent. When the bike ships, buyers will be able to select different-sized suspension shocks to accommodate their size. It's a nice touch that makes the e-bike more user-friendly. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs far as battery life goes, Zectron's 74-mile rating is under the assumption that you have pedal assist turned on. This range obviously varies based on rider size, terrain, and the method of propulsion used, but the bike is clearly designed with endurance in mind. I charged it up only two times during my testing over a couple of weeks and never felt I had to worry about the battery life. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"07e4cbd1-7df3-4e1d-b1a9-836b9484cf41\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA 350W rear hub motor powers the e-bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Zectron ebike rear hub motor has 350W\" data-image-filename=\"zectron-ebike-review-5.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile the handlebar height cannot be adjusted, I tested the bike with people ranging from 5 feet, 4 inches to 6 feet, 1 inch, and it was comfortable for all riders. The seat can be adjusted to match the rider's height and the handlebars seem to be positioned just optimally enough to not have to be leveled. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFinally, a powerful 350W motor is present on the US model, with a maximum throttle speed of 20 mph. I was able to achieve that speed and also reach 10 mph up very steep hills thanks to pedal assist and the 7-speed Shimano gear system. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\"\u003EThe best electric bikes: Top e-bikes for commuting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"290b30fc-60ef-4d5b-b44e-018319fbb5e8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Buy the Zectron e-bike\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"zectron-ebike-review-2","caption":"\u003Cp\u003EBumblebee color in yellow and black\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"0db369fb-eeda-4083-899d-791e3e4d7ca0","filename":"zectron-ebike-review-2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F10\u002F26\u002F0db369fb-eeda-4083-899d-791e3e4d7ca0\u002Fzectron-ebike-review-2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-10-26 14:37:02","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"0db369fb-eeda-4083-899d-791e3e4d7ca0","imageFilename":"zectron-ebike-review-2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F10\u002F26"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003EBumblebee color in yellow and black\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.indiegogo.com\u002Fprojects\u002Fzectron-folding-ebike-a-charge-for-a-week-s-ride#\u002F\" data-offerprice=\"899\" data-offermerchant=\"Indiegogo\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Bottom line \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are many folding e-bikes available today but Zectron's model provides one of the most comfortable rides and a clean and modern look thanks to the hidden wiring. It folds down to a small enough size for placing in a trunk or storing in a closet but is by no means wimpy thanks to the large display, powerful motor, and mag wheels. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy call-outs are as follows: There is currently no option to switch to SI units on the display, the button press sound is very loud, and the bike is pretty heavy at 55 pounds for a foldable bike. A couple of these things may be addressed as the bike continues to be refined for commercial release. There is also a smartphone app and connectivity that is in development with future options to enable a tracker in the bike, too. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZectron offers five cool colors -- we tested the black and yellow bumblebee one -- with the price starting at $1,999. The company is running \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"48c6b968-a908-4b9f-8e8f-979d26244ae0\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.indiegogo.com\u002Fprojects\u002Fzectron-folding-ebike-a-charge-for-a-week-s-ride#\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"a crowdfunding campaign\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, though, that offers the base model at just $899. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Alternatives to consider \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you want an e-bike that you rarely have to charge and one that you rarely have to pedal, then the Fiido L3 is a great option. 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His expressed views do not necessarily represent those of his employer, The Linux Foundation.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"eda4a942-1c43-48d1-af44-f36182adb9fe\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E&nbsp;Kia EV6 RWD GT-Line interior.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"Kia EV6 interior with hands on the wheel\" data-image-filename=\"img-9672.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"3024\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn early December of 2021, I had a unique opportunity to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fa-weekend-with-the-polestar-2\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Espend a weekend with the Polestar 2\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the first mass-market EV to be released as the progeny of Chinese auto manufacturer Geely and Volvo since it purchased the Swedish company in 2010.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA few months later, in the first two quarters of this year, as I was in the market for a vehicle myself, I spent considerable time researching EVs. Many dealers have been asking $10,000 and above MSRP for EVs due to lack of inventory or extremely high demand. I eventually purchased a 2022 Polestar 2 myself, as it was one of the few manufacturers with inventory available and willing to sell one of its cars at MSRP. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETwo of the most sought-after cars on the market right now are Hyundai's Ioniq 5 and Kia's EV6, both of which are built on Hyundai's Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) and which have many similar design characteristics and components.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI spent a week driving each car, and when I was done, I didn't want to give them back.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Similar, but not the same \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"8821e857-a17a-453e-abe1-d92ca775195a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"right\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited Edition HTRAC.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hyundai Ioniq 5 parked outside\" data-image-filename=\"img-8805.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F09\" data-image-crop=\"3592x2268+0+0\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"2268\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe two vehicles have many similarities. They both look like sporty, compact SUV crossovers. The Ioniq 5 I drove was the maxed-out Limited Edition HTRAC, a dual-motor AWD, 77.4-kWh, 320-hp, 266-mile-range variant. It was fully loaded, in a premium color, at a $56,295 configuration pretax and dealer\u002Fdelivery fees, and a $7,500 federal tax credit. The EV6 I drove was the GT-Line RWD, 77.4-kWh, 225-horsepower, 310-mile range variant at $51,700. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"0ccf483f-c26b-48f9-9604-41862f4ddb2a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"left\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"A Kia EV6 parked outside\" data-image-filename=\"img-9262.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"3024\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Ioniq 5 Limited is 182.5 inches long with a 118.1-inch wheelbase, 63 inches high, and 74.4 inches wide, whereas the Kia EV6 is 184.8 inches long with a 114.2-inch wheelbase, 60.8 inches high, and 74.4 inches wide.  \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Ioniq 5 Limited has approximately 27.2 cubic feet of cargo space, with 59.3 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. In contrast, the Kia EV6 has about 24.4 cubic feet of cargo space or 50.2 cubic feet with the rear seat folded. \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Ioniq 5 Limited weighs between 4,200 to 4,662 pounds, and the Kia EV6 is 3,984 to 4,502 pounds depending on the configuration.  \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t \t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Ctable class=\"NOTSELECTED\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EMake\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EHyundai Ioniq 5\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EKia EV-6\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EPlatform\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EHyundai E-GMP\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EHyundai E-GMP\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ELength\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E182.5\"\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E184.8\"\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EWidth\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E74.4\"\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E74.4\"\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EHeight\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E63\"\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E60.8\"\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EWheelbase\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E118.1\"\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E114.2\"\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ECargo space\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E27.2 cubic feet\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E24.4 cubic feet\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ECargo with rear seats folded\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E59.3 cubic feet\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E50.2 cubic feet\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EMin weight\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E4,200 lbs\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E3,985 lbs\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EMax weight\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E4,662 lbs\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E4,502 lbs\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ETrims\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ESE, SEL, Limited\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ELight, Wind, GT-Line\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EDrive options\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ERWD, AWD\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ERWD, AWD\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBattery\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E58 kWh or 77 kWh\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E58 kWh or 77 kWh\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ERange\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E303 mi RWD, 266 mi AWD\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E303 mi RWD, 266 mi AWD\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EVoltage\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E400V\u002F800V\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E400V\u002F800V\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003ECharge speed\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EUp to 350 kW\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EUp to 350 kW\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EV2L-capable\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EYes\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EYes\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EHUD\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EWith Limited Editon\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EWith GT-Line, optional on Wind\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBoth cars can be configured with similar motors (with similar range) with either RWD or AWD, in single (58 kWh) or dual motor (77 kWh), in different trims. The EV6 will also be available in a GT version with a whopping 577 horsepower, all-wheel drive, and 0-60 mph in under 3.5 seconds. But when it will show up in the US, no one knows. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHyundai will also be producing an ultrapremium luxury-trim version of the EV6, called the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.genesis.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002F2023\u002Fgenesis-gv60.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGV60\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, that will be sold under the Genesis brand at Hyundai dealerships -- it's expected to appear in late 2022 and early 2023. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERegarding how both vehicles performed, they are both very responsive cars and maneuver very well. In this article, I will not focus on driving performance since this is more of an evaluation of the vehicles' technology. An automotive publication can road-test (and track-test) more effectively than I can.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENevertheless, I felt that the Hyundai Ioniq 5 was more top-heavy when making higher G turns than the EV6, as it is a heavier, slightly taller car with a longer wheelbase. However, the Ioniq 5 was also more comfortable due to its generous seating area and open cockpit. In contrast, the Kia EV6 felt sportier but more enclosed and tighter in terms of comfort. They were both a lot of fun to drive, and from the perspective of a technology writer, I'll leave it at that. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"420429b4-66be-468c-8db5-720ab507bcbf\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Hyundai Ioniq 5's driver information screen displaying a rearview camera in the left lane showing approaching traffic.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hyundai Ioniq 5 cockpit showing rearview camera\" data-image-filename=\"img-1728.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"3024\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Subtle yet important differences in cockpit layout \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to the available performance trims, the true difference between the Ioniq 5 and the EV6 comes down to the design aesthetic. The Ioniq 5 is being sold and targeted as more of a family car with cool technology. The EV6 is more of a sporty EV crossover with a younger image.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut both cars hold their own on the road, and the driving experience I had with each car varied as a result of the minor differences in size and the weight of the vehicles. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHyundai owns approximately a one-third (33.88%) stake in Kia, but the company operates independently even though they share platforms. The differences between the two cars are expressed in the aesthetics of the interior trims to create a distinct branding effect. The general vibe of both cars is ultra-futuristic and progressive technologically. Both vehicles employ Bluelink, a Hyundai-designed, dual-screen TFT LCD driver informatics and in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system, compatible with Android and CarPlay, which Hyundai is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hyundai.news\u002Feu\u002Farticles\u002Fpress-releases\u002Finfotainment-ota-updates-now-available-for-hyundai-ioniq-5-customers.html\"\u003Ecommitting to updating over-the-air twice a year\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"gallery\" data-uuid=\"c7709f76-a7c5-4372-8045-94ad23335f91\" data-float=\"none\" data-size=\"large\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI tested both cars with a heads-up display (HUD), a premium feature with the Limited version of the Ioniq 5, and the GT-Line EV6.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEven though the displays and underlying IVI operating systems are the same on both cars, there are significant differences in the cockpit layouts.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor starters, the Hyundai Ioniq has physical knobs and push-buttons for environmental controls, a knob attached to the right of the steering wheel for engaging drive\u002Fneutral\u002Freverse\u002Fparking, and a push-button near the environmental controls to energize the vehicle.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"88b42500-b74f-4ca8-867c-04b46ff4196c\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Hyundai Ioniq 5 cockpit.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hyundai Ioniq 5 showing the steering wheel\" data-image-filename=\"img-8755.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"2268\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Kia EV6 uses a narrow touchscreen display with virtual buttons and physical knobs for environmental and entertainment controls. Its energize button and EV drive controls are on a knob in a center console that the Ioniq 5 doesn't have, which also gives the cockpit a tighter feel. The center console also hosts the seat heating controls -- something you need to be aware of when resting your arm on the console, as they are easy to activate by accident. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBoth cars feature wireless charging pads for smartphones. Neither vehicle has wireless Android Auto or CarPlay -- both require wired connectivity unless you use a third-party wireless adapter.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"299ad391-b8c3-4db9-bd49-2d0445224823\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Kia EV6 cockpit.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"Kia EV6 cockpit showing the steering wheel\" data-image-filename=\"img-9274.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"3024\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor connectivity, the Ioniq 5 and the EV6 use a USB-A port underneath the central stack. It appears the jacks are \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=0-7DyulibPg\"\u003Edesigned to be field-replaceable\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and third-party parts exist for those who want it badly, so it is possible an OEM USB-C retrofit is potentially in the offering at some point in the future, or at least it will potentially be changed for 2023. The EV6 has the benefit of having several USB-C charging ports, but they are not data capable, whereas the Ioniq 5 has four USB-A ports and no USB-C ports.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo while I preferred the roominess of the Ioniq 5, I liked the more modernized industrial design choices of the EV6 better. It's not a deal-breaker for the Ioniq 5 since the vehicles have nearly identical functionality in all of the important aspects of the driving experience, but Hyundai should consider this. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Lots of dizzying electronics \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"786ce8eb-aee1-428f-976d-dff6f17ee9ff\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Hyundai Ioniq backup cameras.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hyundai Ioniq cockpit showing the backup cameras\" data-image-filename=\"img-8744.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"2268\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo say that the electronics in both of these vehicles can be initially overwhelming is a bit of an understatement. Having come from the Polestar 2, which has a very streamlined, comparatively minimalistic user interface and driver awareness system using Android Automotive, and even having driven other EVs like the Tesla Model 3 and Ford's Mach E, which are fairly straightforward in their UXes and information displays, using Hyundai's Bluelink system is like looking at an LCARS display from \u003Cem\u003EStar Trek: The Next Generation\u003C\u002Fem\u003E. In many ways, it is retro-futuristic to look at. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe right-hand touch display is primarily used for operating the car's built-in navigation, which is voice-activated, as well as for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, entertainment systems control (such as for XM and FM radio), and activating and interacting with Android Auto and CarPlay. The right-hand display is also used for the 360-degree camera system and the surround view monitor (SVM) for parking. While the UX is straightforward, Bluelink has many menu options that go several layers deep, which can be daunting initially to dig into. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Jason Perlow","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fc\\\u002FJasonPerlow","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002Frm--bgBta20?autoplay=0&loop=0&fs=1&start=0&rel=1&feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Hyundai Ioniq 5' driver awareness systems\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002Frm--bgBta20\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Hyundai Ioniq 5' driver awareness systems","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002Frm--bgBta20\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMost drivers are unlikely to interact with the built-in navigation system once they've connected their smartphone -- unless they see the benefit of directional overlays using the HUD, which we will get to in a bit. While the navigation is functional and responsive if you manually key in your destination, I found the voice response considerably slower and less helpful than Siri, Google Assistant, or even Alexa or Bixby. It's fine as a backup, but if you're a committed user of Google Maps, Waze, or Apple Maps, you won't be using the built-in navigation. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"6b40dc4c-1b49-4f5e-8df9-42c320dd1ef8\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F6b40dc4c-1b49-4f5e-8df9-42c320dd1ef8\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe left-hand display unit is where most of the action is. Both vehicles I evaluated had \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hyundai.com\u002Fworldwide\u002Fen\u002Feco\u002Fioniq5\u002Fsafety\"\u003Ethe full array of driver awareness and safety intervention sensors\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, including forward collision assistance (FCA), blind-spot collision avoidance assist (BCA), rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist (RCCA), reverse parking collision-avoidance assist, (PCA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC), Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC), and Driver Attention Warning (DAW).  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA cyclable screen view using the controls on the steering wheel also shows battery and motor performance. But once you've seen that a few times and watched the nifty propulsion cycle where the rear systems kick in before the forward systems, you probably won't want to look at it again. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf that sounds like a lot of stuff, it is. But Hyundai does an outstanding job of visualizing all of these in the main driver display as if it is an advanced video game and showing the visual cues from these sensors exactly when they need to be shown to the driver -- you don't need to be aware of each of these systems at all times.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E In the driver's seat \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe driver awareness and intervention systems of the two cars I drove were configured identically. When the vehicles need to intervene on your behalf they do so, quickly. In addition to helping you keep in your lane with force feedback and countersteering torque, the car has automatic braking and sounds an acoustic alert if it detects that you're about to do something stupid.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESimilarly, when the cars need to show you something, they do. When at highway speeds and using the smart cruise control, the system shows oncoming vehicles in the driver's and adjoining lanes, moving with traffic, in front and behind the vehicle, using graphics. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen you're changing lanes and vehicles are approaching from behind, the rear-facing cameras show a view from behind the left and right sides of the car, as if you were using the side mirrors -- this is in addition to the blind-spot collision assist (BCA) warning lights on the physical mirrors, as well as on the HUD.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"8d99fe3e-02f9-4787-baf4-1f46a1cceea7\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe heads-up display (HUD).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"Highway driving with a small line of info such as speed projected on the windshield\" data-image-filename=\"img-1764.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"3024\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAh yes, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=T8tl0KmqaqU\"\u003Ethe HUD\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. You think that this technology is going to be superfluous, but it's not -- it keeps your focus on driving and on the road itself because you are looking straight ahead instead of glancing down at the main driver display for just about everything you need for awareness cues except the rear-facing cameras. You get vehicle speed, road speed and traffic alerts, vehicle proximity alerts, and turn-by-turn navigational cues (if you're using the built-in navigation system) in the HUD.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's not a perfect technology; road conditions and polarized sunglasses can make it difficult to see, and I felt that the fonts were a bit small for my myopic eyes. I would have liked to have the ability to magnify them perhaps another 25%. But it's a cool technology nonetheless. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Juicing up \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you aren't charging your vehicle at home (where you will be limited by 240 volts, 50A AC no matter where you live), you'll need to charge your vehicle at a DC charging station. In this area, Hyundai's vehicles are virtually unmatched. Both cars use an 800-volt systems architecture that enables them to use 350-kW charging stations \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Felectrek.co\u002F2021\u002F04\u002F26\u002Fhyundai-ioniq-5-charge-to-80-percent-18-minutes-charge-rate-video\u002F\"\u003Eto reach 80% battery charge from as low as 10% charge in approximately 18 minutes.\u003C\u002Fa\u003E That's incredibly fast. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"fd55ed92-6746-46f2-a919-6406d356e239\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Ffd55ed92-6746-46f2-a919-6406d356e239\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBy comparison, my Polestar 2 can only use 155-kW charging stations, and current-generation Teslas have a 480-volt system that can charge up to 250 kW.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course, that doesn't mean your car can always charge this fast. In addition to the capacity of the charging station, as with all EVs, the charging curve depends on your vehicle's current state of charge (SoC) -- meaning how depleted the battery is when it is connected to the charger and how the battery management system decides to condition the cells to optimize for battery health and life.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the Ioniq 5 at Electrify America on a 350-kW charger, I could get the vehicle to accept 233 kW between 52% and 55% SoC, which is extremely impressive. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile I was unable to test this particular feature, the Ioniq 5 and the EV6 are also equipped with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhyundaishop.com\u002Fshop-by-model\u002F2022-hyundai-ioniq-5-v2l-connector-q006\u002F\"\u003Evehicle to load (V2L)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E 400-volt and 800-volt capabilities, which allow you to use the car's main charging port \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hyundai.com\u002Fworldwide\u002Fen\u002Feco\u002Fioniq5\u002Fcharging\"\u003Eusing a special adapter\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (as well as a 120V outlet in the passenger compartment) to charge external devices at 3.6 kW even when the vehicle is turned off -- so essentially the car becomes a generator. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E But are they unobtainable? \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter driving both of these incredible EVs for two weeks, I \u003Cem\u003Ealmost\u003C\u002Fem\u003E wanted to turn in my Polestar 2 and buy one of these instead.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlthough the situation in your area may differ, you may have extreme difficulty finding these vehicles to purchase. In my discussions with Hyundai and Kia dealers in South Florida, I learned that when they receive these vehicles in inventory, they contact potential customers who have expressed interest in them on a first-come, first-served basis, and whoever comes in to make a deposit gets the reservation.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHyundai dealerships do get SEs and SELs, but the Limited is a unicorn: Rumor has it the company produces only one Limited out of every 500 Ioniq cars. You can't even \"build\" a vehicle for future delivery -- what \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hyundaiusa.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Fbuild\u002Ftrims\u002F#\u002F4670\"\u003Eit will show you\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are similar vehicles in local inventory, and the max distance you can search on the website is up to 200 miles away.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.kia.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Fev6\u002Fbuild?model=N4352&exterior=Interstellar+Gray&interior=Black+Vegan+Leather&trim=Wind+%28RWD%29\"\u003EThe KIA situation is similar\u003C\u002Fa\u003E; lower-end EV6 in the RWD Light and Wind versions arrive in drips and drabs, but the higher-end configurations such as the GT-Line RWD and AWD are almost impossible to come by. When I wrote this article in early August 2022, a single EV6 GT-Line AWD was available for me to buy, for $58,000, in Key West, Fla., 150 miles away, with seven Wind RWDs in local inventory. When I looked the following morning, it was already gone.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA local dealer I spoke with on August 10 in Palm Beach Gardens, Northlake, initially asked $20,000 over invoice ($80,000) for a recently delivered EV6 AWD GT-Line, because of the highly desirable steel matte gray color it was ordered with. The asking price for a regular order (on which we placed a $100 refundable deposit) was $10,000 over MSRP and was told delivery could take up to two months.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"8ad5c066-1789-4e4a-b77a-b00c552273ce\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EEven if you do find one, good luck paying MSRP for one.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"Kia local search inventory results page\" data-image-filename=\"local-search-inventory-results-page-kia.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F09\" data-image-width=\"3280\" data-image-height=\"1696\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn August 11, a day after the original version of this article was posted, a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fdatastudio.google.com\u002Fu\u002F0\u002Freporting\u002F7a243d54-2a8d-44f3-a405-ce2a509c1c07\u002Fpage\u002F3KHiC?fbclid=IwAR2K-oNbcHLIPfbHV6Fi5GVr8tsQxgve6tSo0ft-yjgc9iIV-6V6hsv7eHY\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esearch\u003C\u002Fa\u003E on the open source \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fdatastudio.google.com\u002Fu\u002F0\u002Freporting\u002F7a243d54-2a8d-44f3-a405-ce2a509c1c07\u002Fpage\u002F3KHiC?fbclid=IwAR2K-oNbcHLIPfbHV6Fi5GVr8tsQxgve6tSo0ft-yjgc9iIV-6V6hsv7eHY\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEV Dealer Markup Tracker\u003C\u002Fa\u003E at Google Data Studio yielded a single dealer in the state of Florida, Regal Kia in Lakeland, that was not marking up EV6 cars. We were asked to place a $1000 refundable on build order and that delivery potentially could take up to a year, although some cars ordered in the spring arrived within 90 days of placing orders -- however much fewer of them were being ordered at that time. The EV6 contact at Regal, Greg Schmidt, cited that in May, they averaged one EV6 order a week in all trims, now they are ordering at least five per week.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"7cb68913-efa1-46fe-87e1-d2aa2b427613\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EV Dealer Markup Tracker shows dealerships with sales markups over MSRP.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"cursor-and-ev-dealer-markup-tracker\" data-image-filename=\"cursor-and-ev-dealer-markup-tracker.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"2442\" data-image-height=\"1886\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou should consider yourself lucky if you can find any of these cars in inventory at a dealership near you in your desired configuration, irrespective of the color or trim it comes in, with minimal markup. Don't hesitate to buy it if you like the car because they fly out of dealerships as fast as they come off the boat from South Korea. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-08-10 12:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Hyundai has some impressive vehicles on the market using its E-GMP platform now with the Ioniq 5 and Kia's EV6. But can you even find one to buy?",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"69f3bacf-2439-4846-b707-06d6fa2593d1",image:{id:"8821e857-a17a-453e-abe1-d92ca775195a",filename:"img-8805.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-09 13:25:53",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"img-1724",credits:"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNet",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EI spent two weeks with the Ioniq 5 and the EV6\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F09\u002F8821e857-a17a-453e-abe1-d92ca775195a\u002Fimg-8805.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4032,height:2268,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"review-multi",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation^Electric Vehicles",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"i-loved-driving-hyundai-ioniq-5-and-kia-ev6-but-theres-only-one-reason-i-cant-buy-one",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"I loved driving the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, and there's only one reason I can't buy one",topic:{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"112a7545-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"reviews",name:"Reviews",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"98d6f538-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"palmsolo (aka Matthew Miller)",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Matthew",lastName:"Miller",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"ee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc",filename:"matthew-miller.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:28:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc\u002Fmatthew-miller.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Matthew Miller started using mobile devices in 1997 and has been writing news, reviews, and opinion pieces ever since. He was a co-host, with Kevin Tofel, of the MobileTechRoundup podcast for 13 years and authored three Wiley Companion series books. Matthew started using mobile devices with a US Robotics Pilot 1000 and has owned hundreds of devices running Palm, Linux, Symbian, Newton, BlackBerry, iOS, Android, webOS, Windows Mobile, and Windows Phone operating systems. His current collection includes a Galaxy Z Fold 3, COROS Vertix 2, Garmin Fenix 945 LTE, Microsoft Surface Pro 6, and many more, along with classic devices like the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 and Sony CLIE UX50. Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"2801c317-ef02-4857-a20b-99c4c2712aa8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Velotric Nomad 1\" data-rating=\"5\" data-like=\"~Fat tires built for the trail ~Powerful 750W motor with throttle ~Ergonomic handlebars for comfort ~Big, easily visible display ~Attractive color options ~Affordable\" data-dislike=\"~Heavy ~Battery-powered rear light\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"10\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-10-03T14:24:32.319Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"10\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-10-03T14:24:32.319Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"45779197-e0c1-4f74-8c93-d03fccd78d76","filename":"velotric-nomad-1-4.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F10\u002F31\u002F45779197-e0c1-4f74-8c93-d03fccd78d76\u002Fvelotric-nomad-1-4.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-10-31 20:25:14","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"45779197-e0c1-4f74-8c93-d03fccd78d76","imageFilename":"velotric-nomad-1-4.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F10\u002F31"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Velotric Bike","offerPrice":"1399","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.velotricbike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fvelotric-nomad-1","url":""}]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs I was preparing to head down to the Denver area to visit my oldest daughter for a couple of weeks, Velotric reached out about evaluating its new \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"31728330-7028-4272-bef0-3d61d01c159d\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.velotricbike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fvelotric-nomad-1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Nomad 1\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E fat-tire e-bike. The trails and bike paths all over this area of Colorado are perfect for testing a fat-tire e-bike, so I've been enjoying the fall bliss of Colorado on the Nomad 1.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Nomad 1 is available now for $1,399 (down from $1,599) in the Step-Thru and High Step models.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"none\" data-quote=\"It's a joy to ride and could inspire you to get out and ride off the beaten path.  \"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn order to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftry-an-e-bike-a-guide-to-electric-bikes-for-the-curious-beginner\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etest a bike\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that could work for everyone, I spent time with the Step-Thru model, which is designed for people with heights between 5 feet, 1 inches, and 6 feet, 4 inches.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe High Step option, for taller riders, has a crossbar positioned between the seat post and front forks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVelotric offers the Step-Thru model in four color options: Mango, Cyan, Sky Blue, and Spring. I tested out the Cyan model since I already tested out the Veloctric \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"0d8d77e5-b59a-42d7-a491-a431624b5afe\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.velotricbike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fvelotric-discover-1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Discover 1\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E in the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fvelotric-discover-1-electric-bike-review\u002F\"\u003EMango\u003C\u002Fa\u003E color in early summer and wanted to check out another color. This is the first fat-tire bike I have tested for ZDNET, and it exceeded my expectations.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fvelotric-discover-1-electric-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EVelotric Discover 1 e-bike review: Accessible build, attractive price\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"ZDNET","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fc\\\u002Fzdnetvideo","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FgQesfhg3qcE?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Velotric Nomad 1 e-bike review: Hit the trails with comfort and power\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FgQesfhg3qcE\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Velotric Nomad 1 e-bike review: Hit the trails with comfort and power","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FgQesfhg3qcE\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Frame","Aluminum alloy and 80mm hydraulic suspension front fork"],["Motor size","750-watt (peak 1,200W) with 75N-m, rear hub"],["Pedal assist","5 levels"],["Range","Pedal assist: 55 miles. Throttle: 52 miles"],["Top speed","20 mph"],["Battery capacity","48V 692Wh"],["Display","3.5-inch backlit LCD"],["Lights","Integrated front LED, battery-operated rear light"],["Payload capacity","440 pounds"],["Seat","Urban comfort ergonomic, 220mm wide"],["Brakes","Hydraulic disc"],["Fenders","Front and rear provided"],["Drivetrain","8-speed Shimano"],["Tires","26x4-inch puncture-resistant"],["Bike weight","73 pounds"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EUnboxing and design\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"dd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fdd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike arrived in a very large cardboard box with the words Ride Today stamped on the side. Attach the front wheel, secure the handlebars, attach the pedals, and you truly can be off and riding within 30 minutes. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBy the way, shipping in the US is free for the bike, which is a rather incredible value.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe package includes an owner's manual, quick-start guide, pedals, rear light, front and rear reflectors, a bell, and all of the tools you need to assemble and maintain your bike. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe tail light is battery-powered and independent from the bike system, so don't forget to turn it off when you are done riding.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"4c9ee828-bff3-4a7e-ad03-c58e5ea382ad\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EFat tire, fender, battery, and frame.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of the front of Velotric Nomad 1 on road.\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-nomad-1-6.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F31\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor some reason, the front fork was installed backward, so I had to loosen three screws and rotate it before installing the handlebars. It was an easy adjustment to make, and if you are not comfortable working on a bike, you can order assembly service through \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fvelotooler.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EVelo Tooler\u003C\u002Fa\u003E on the Velotric website.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe aluminum frame and battery have the same color with a good-quality matte finish. The welding looks perfect and substantial on the intersection pieces, and the bike has a sturdy feel with no movement or flex.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cb5884b5-e81e-4caf-982b-464572df8f17\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EKickstand, seat, and rear hub motor.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of back of Velotric Nomad 1 on road.\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-nomad-1-5.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F31\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe only visible wires come out from the handlebars and then feed into the tube of the frame halfway up the front above the forks. The wires then run into the frame and back to the hub motor, gears, and rear brakes. It helps give the bike a very clean look and also matches what we see in much more expensive bikes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EPerformance\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Velotric Nomad 1 is powered by a 750W rear hub motor with 1,200W peak performance, and if you have the assist set to Level 5, then hang on and enjoy the ride. There are five levels and a walk mode, provided on the Nomad 1 with the assist level also matching the highest speed provided with throttle-only action. When riding on a gravel trail, I achieved 9.5 mph at Level 1, 11.5 mph at Level 2, 14.5 mph at Level 3, 16-17 mph at Level 4, and 20 mph at Level 5. The bike is a Class 2 bike with a 20-mph limit for throttle mode.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"054a3960-33ac-403e-a390-3ebf828f7bf8\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EControls, throttle, shifter, brakes, and large display.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Handlebar close up of Velotric Nomad 1\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-nomad-1-7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F31\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt has been rare for me to stay on an electric bike and make it to the top of hills that match the one into my neighborhood, even with me cranking on the pedals. The Nomad 1 has the power to assist me on steep hills and beats the Discover 1 in that scenario. The walk mode is also helpful with this large and heavy bike, so I found myself using it more than with any other e-bike I have tested in the past.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fyou-need-two-locks-for-your-e-bike-heres-why-and-which-ones-to-buy\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EYou need 2 locks for your e-bike. Here's why and which ones to buy\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWide fenders are provided and preinstalled to match the tires. If you ride the bike on trails or in other inclement weather conditions, then you will appreciate the fenders keeping sand, gravel, mud, and rain off you and your face. The bike is also designed to achieve IPX6 water resistance, so you can use it when the weather sours.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo test out the bike for more types of rider, I asked my daughter to ride it on the trails in Colorado. While the bike is large and heavy, she loved the comfort, power, and ease of operation of the bike. The Step-Thru design made it easy to get on the seat, while the throttle was very useful for getting off the line from a stopped position. The battery also has a handy, accessible USB-A port, so you can charge up your phone if it dies, which is a nice touch for safety concerns if you happen to break down or need assistance.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"175ac890-5344-4fd1-893e-b14a48dcc68a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Veloctric Nomad 1 electric bike\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Velotric Nomad 1 outdoors on a road.","caption":"\u003Cp\u003EIncredible fat tire e-bike for trail riding joy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"45779197-e0c1-4f74-8c93-d03fccd78d76","filename":"velotric-nomad-1-4.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F10\u002F31\u002F45779197-e0c1-4f74-8c93-d03fccd78d76\u002Fvelotric-nomad-1-4.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-10-31 20:25:14","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"45779197-e0c1-4f74-8c93-d03fccd78d76","imageFilename":"velotric-nomad-1-4.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F10\u002F31"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003EIncredible fat tire e-bike for trail riding joy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.velotricbike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fvelotric-nomad-1\" data-offerprice=\"1399\" data-offermerchant=\"Velotric\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter thoroughly enjoying everything about the Velotric Discover 1, I was very excited to hear the company was releasing its next model. I was not sure what to expect, though, after hearing it was a fat-tire bike, because I didn't consider this type of bike for commuting. However, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"57d59129-4776-4706-addb-8d54ac8ce94e\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.velotricbike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fvelotric-nomad-1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Velotric Nomad 1\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is perfect for getting around town and also enjoying the hundreds of miles of gravel, dirt, and concrete trails and roads in the Denver area.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe ride is very smooth and comfortable, and the large tires have ample traction. It snowed lightly one day while I was testing the bike, so I was able to power through some light frozen snow, over crunchy dry grass fields, and through fallen dry leaves. The front shocks helped soften the pounding of traversing fields with bumps and ditches, while the powerful 750W motor provided confidence that I could get through any terrain.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fcharge-comfort-2-electric-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe Charge Comfort 2 is a smooth ride that fits in tight spaces\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVelotric has released another high-quality e-bike at an affordable price, with a few improvements over the Discover 1 as well. It's a joy to ride and could inspire you to get out and ride off the beaten path, with the confidence and power you need to make it over all terrains and in unfavorable weather conditions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAlternatives to consider:\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"7d8b73a2-dbf6-4f56-b1b0-5ea69dc03711\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"RadRover 6 Plus\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"377bfdde-0a51-4b37-ab92-deed48a2f9b1","filename":"radrover-6-plus.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F10\u002F31\u002F377bfdde-0a51-4b37-ab92-deed48a2f9b1\u002Fradrover-6-plus.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-10-31 20:42:22","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"377bfdde-0a51-4b37-ab92-deed48a2f9b1","imageFilename":"radrover-6-plus.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F10\u002F31"}\" 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data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"e923f7af-ecfe-4f32-aeb2-5bc6a524e20a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Aventon Aventure\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"45342d7c-7bb4-42b8-9198-516164769258","filename":"aventon-aventure.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F10\u002F31\u002F45342d7c-7bb4-42b8-9198-516164769258\u002Faventon-aventure.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-10-31 20:43:12","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"45342d7c-7bb4-42b8-9198-516164769258","imageFilename":"aventon-aventure.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F10\u002F31"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aventon.com\u002Fproducts\u002Faventure-ebike\" data-offerprice=\"1999\" 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Grossman is a journalist, blogger, and folksinger. Her writing has been published in several newspapers, magazines, and specialized publications. She is the recipient of the 2013 Enigma Award for information security reporting.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5448065e-8c58-4fed-91f3-f48471ac092f\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"left\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ERoad to Nowhere: What Silicon Valley Gets Wrong About the Future of Transportation • By Paris Marx • Verso • 272 pages • ISBN: 978-1-83976-588-9 • £8.99&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Image: Verso\" data-image-alt-text=\"road-to-nowhere-book-main\" data-image-target-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.versobooks.com\u002Fbooks\u002F3995-road-to-nowhere\" data-image-filename=\"road-to-nowhere-book-main.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F12\" data-image-width=\"770\" data-image-height=\"1153\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFifty years from now, will mobility look more like today or more like 100 years ago? I think about this often. It's not that anyone sees horses making a comeback, but it seems a win for everyone except car companies and Big Petrol if the urban landscape fills with bicycles, pedestrians, and other forms of micromobility -- and, if we have any sense, \u003Cem\u003Ea lot\u003C\u002Fem\u003E fewer cars.   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf we don't have sense...I'm reminded of an interview circa 2010 with a Silicon Valley self-driving car proponent who envisioned pods small enough to drive into a building and right onto the elevator. I couldn't imagine anything less healthy.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELots fewer cars is the future Canadian technology writer \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fparismarx.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EParis Marx\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, author of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.versobooks.com\u002Fbooks\u002F3995-road-to-nowhere\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cem\u003ERoad to Nowhere: What Silicon Valley Gets Wrong about the Future of Transportation\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, imagines -- Elon Musk is not going to save us!   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESEE: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Felon-musk-drops-details-about-teslas-humanoid-robot\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EElon Musk drops details about Tesla's humanoid robot\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn the internet, Silicon Valley has brought us useful and popular services, but at the price of pervasive data gathering and surveillance that increasingly entrenches existing power structures rather than challenges them. The same, Marx warns, is inherent in Big Tech's approach to mobility, which enshrines the fast, single-occupancy car preferences of a small wealthy, male elite over the needs of the rest of us.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric vehicles are less bad for the environment than their fossil fuel-powered counterparts -- but they are still \u003Cem\u003Ecars\u003C\u002Fem\u003E, with all the congestion, existential risks to pedestrians and cyclists, and resource requirements that implies. Silicon Valley likes to change the world -- but only in very particular ways to serve a particular few. The problem with cars isn't just human drivers. The problem with cars is cars.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMarx highlights the many ways in which cars have been normalised, subsidised and accommodated, and explores the options they displaced. Bicycles, which brought women greater freedom, were shoved aside to make way, new dangers forced pedestrians off the streets, and, in some cases, subtle design choices embedded antisocial values such as racism deep into the public infrastructure.   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAround 1960, for example, New York urban planner \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FRobert_Moses\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERobert Moses\u003C\u002Fa\u003E ordered the bridges on the Southern State Parkway across Long Island to be built too low for buses as a way of excluding poor and black bus riders from Jones Beach. Around that same time, planners built urban highways to carve through areas they considered to be 'urban blight', regardless of the residents' wishes or the longevity of their communities.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs Marx shows, today's car-dominated world was not an inevitable result of consumer choice, but imposed upon Americans. Making vehicles electric and\u002For autonomous -- which, as he writes, has turned out to be far more difficult than technologists anticipated, and as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdriverless-cars-book-review-do-we-know-where-were-going\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EChristian Wolmar predicted in 2018\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- changes none of this.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"96ef8770-f626-4e76-bb03-eafb0c7e31d4\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Road to Nowhere: What Silicon Valley Gets Wrong about the Future of Transportation\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"4355d4d0-0f24-4fb3-8468-a84a1d89c1bc","filename":"road-to-nowhere-book-770x433.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F12\u002F4355d4d0-0f24-4fb3-8468-a84a1d89c1bc\u002Froad-to-nowhere-book-770x433.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-12 14:11:38","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"4355d4d0-0f24-4fb3-8468-a84a1d89c1bc","imageFilename":"road-to-nowhere-book-770x433.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F12"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FRoad-Nowhere-Silicon-Valley-Transportation\u002Fdp\u002F1839765887\u002Fref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1662991945&sr=8-1\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMarx's book has particular resonance with other recent reading. His discussion of the normalisation of millions of traffic deaths resonates with Jessie Singel's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pelicancrossing.net\u002Fnetwars\u002F2022\u002F04\u002Fgrounded.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cem\u003EThere Are No Accidents\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which argues that calling death or injury 'an accident' is a way of deflecting responsibility for the design choices that create the conditions for 'accidents' to happen. Second is Douglas Rushkoff's new book, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theguardian.com\u002Fnews\u002F2022\u002Fsep\u002F04\u002Fsuper-rich-prepper-bunkers-apocalypse-survival-richest-rushkoff\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cem\u003ESurvival of the Richest\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, in which Silicon Valley billionaires plan their post-catastrophe escape from the rest of us.   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt is this isolationist thinking that Marx particularly deplores as he outlines his hopes for urban environments in which we, the people, can take back our streets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERECENT AND RELATED CONTENT\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-rv\u002F\"\u003EWant to downsize? Here are 5 of the best RVs for tiny living (or camping)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fvideo\u002Flectric-xp-lite-e-bike-review-affordable-foldable-fun\u002F\"\u003ELectric XP Lite e-bike review: Affordable, foldable, fun\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-800-lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-is-a-sheer-joy-to-ride\u002F\"\u003EThe $800 Lectric XP Lite e-bike is a sheer joy to ride\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-car-insurance-monitors-your-driving-and-sets-your-premium-accordingly\u002F\"\u003EThis car insurance monitors your driving and sets your premium accordingly\u003C\u002Fa\u003E 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href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fmoney-men-book-review\u002F\"\u003EMoney Men, book review: The anatomy of a notorious financial crime\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Findustry-unbound-book-review\u002F\"\u003EIndustry Unbound, book review: How the tech industry pays lip-service to data protection and privacy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhuman-centered-ai-book-review\u002F\"\u003EHuman-Centered AI, book review: A roadmap for people-first artificial intelligence\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffour-internets-book-review\u002F\"\u003EFour Internets, book review: Possible internet futures, and how to reconcile them\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-09-12 15:06:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Canadian tech writer Paris Marx explores a future with fewer cars and a more equitable transportation system.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"56d26380-3cdd-4563-9a89-d4f735571e39",image:{id:"e639d03d-a12d-462a-8da2-3e69ef1472a2",filename:"road-to-nowhere-book-770x433.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-09-12 13:40:53",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"road-to-nowhere-book-770x433",credits:"Image: 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cars",topic:{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"112a7545-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"reviews",name:"Reviews",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"98d6f538-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"palmsolo (aka Matthew Miller)",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Matthew",lastName:"Miller",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"ee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc",filename:"matthew-miller.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:28:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fee87d915-3bf6-40cb-8e7f-6112d3b322bc\u002Fmatthew-miller.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Matthew Miller started using mobile devices in 1997 and has been writing news, reviews, and opinion pieces ever since. He was a co-host, with Kevin Tofel, of the MobileTechRoundup podcast for 13 years and authored three Wiley Companion series books. Matthew started using mobile devices with a US Robotics Pilot 1000 and has owned hundreds of devices running Palm, Linux, Symbian, Newton, BlackBerry, iOS, Android, webOS, Windows Mobile, and Windows Phone operating systems. His current collection includes a Galaxy Z Fold 3, COROS Vertix 2, Garmin Fenix 945 LTE, Microsoft Surface Pro 6, and many more, along with classic devices like the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 and Sony CLIE UX50. Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"74126925-f54b-43e9-8486-718bca5f1f58\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Velotric Discover 1\" data-rating=\"4.5\" data-like=\"~Built for on and off-road routes ~Powerful front and rear lights ~Throttle for boost and cruise ~Handles heavy loads ~Attractive color options ~Solid build quality ~Affordable\" data-dislike=\"~Heavy at 64 lbs ~Mechanical disk brakes\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"06\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-06-01T19:01:09.914Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"06\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-06-01T19:01:09.914Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"66867769-9840-48e9-b5f3-a86dfe3eb88b","filename":"velotric-discover-ebike-1.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F17\u002F66867769-9840-48e9-b5f3-a86dfe3eb88b\u002Fvelotric-discover-ebike-1.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-06-17 02:54:52","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"66867769-9840-48e9-b5f3-a86dfe3eb88b","imageFilename":"velotric-discover-ebike-1.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F06\u002F17"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Velotric","offerPrice":"1399","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.velotricbike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fvelotric-discover-1","url":""}]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe just wrapped up a bike-to-work month in the office, and while the majority of people rode standard bikes, the number of people riding electric bikes increased once again. Seattle and the surrounding areas have a lot of hills to navigate, and people are not always riding bikes just for exercise purposes. Given the current high gas prices, e-bikes make even more sense for commuting and running errands without having to wear gym gear and then hit the showers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"right\" data-quote=\"This is definitely a bike to consider for those looking for something priced less than $2,000.  \"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy regular commute includes a mix of a seven-mile bike ride, a 1.6-mile walk, and a 1.5-hour train ride. The e-bike is an essential component of this commute, and it has certainly become more valued with the massive increase in the price of fuel. In addition to being economical, riding an electronic bike is also a kick in the pants.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the past month, I've incorporated the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"6f51fc31-2b4e-42ea-af2b-70c61fc960fd\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.velotricbike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fvelotric-discover-1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Velotric Discover 1\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E into my commute, and it has quickly become one of my favorites thanks to its affordable price, excellent build quality, step-through design, solid performance, and many small things that make a big impact on overall value. This is definitely a bike to consider for those looking for something priced less than $2,000.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ETable of Contents\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fvelotric-discover-1-electric-bike-review\u002F#:~:text=Experiences%20and%20conclusions-,Specifications,-Frame\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESpecifications\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fvelotric-discover-1-electric-bike-review\u002F#:~:text=64%20lbs-,Assembly,-Mostly%20assembled\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAssembly\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fvelotric-discover-1-electric-bike-review\u002F#:~:text=complete%20commuter%20experience-,Hardware,-Lots%20of%20gear\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHardware\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fvelotric-discover-1-electric-bike-review\u002F#:~:text=bikes%20for%20commuting-,Price%20and%20availability,-The%20Velotric%20Discover\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPrice and availability\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fvelotric-discover-1-electric-bike-review\u002F#:~:text=1%2C399%20at%20Velotric-,Experiences%20and%20conclusions,-Easy%20assembly\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EExperiences and conclusions\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Frame","6061 aluminum alloy"],["Motor size","500W with 65N-m, rear hub"],["Pedal Assist","Three levels"],["Range","Pedal-assist: 60 miles. Throttle:45 miles"],["Top speed","20 mph"],["Battery capacity","48V 692Wh"],["Display","3.5\\" backlit LCD"],["Lights","12V front and 6V rear standard"],["Payload capacity","440 lbs"],["Seat","Urban comfort ergonomic with lifting handle"],["Rear rack capacity","55 lbs"],["Brakes","Mechanical disc"],["Fenders","Front and rear provided"],["Drivetrain","7-speed Shimano"],["Tires","26\\"x2.5\\" puncture-resistant"],["Bike weight","64 lbs"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAssembly\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMostly assembled\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPay attention to the Quick Start Guide\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIt can be done at home\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Velotric Discover 1 arrived in a very large cardboard box with the words Embrace Your City emblazoned on the side. Slide out a few plugs, lift off the top of the box, and you will find the bike carefully secured inside cardboard with straps holding parts together. By the way, shipping in the US is free for the bike, which is also an incredible value.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe package includes an owner's manual, quick start guide, pedals, front light, front and rear reflectors, a bell, and all of the tools you need to assemble and maintain your bike. The bike is mostly assembled with only the front wheel, front fender, pedals, front light, battery, and handlebars requiring some basic assembly.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe quick start guide is easy to read and provides excellent instructions for assembling the bike to its full operating condition. One step I didn't pay attention to was installing the handlebars, and I inadvertently let the front forks slide down out of the frame a bit, so when I went on my first test ride, the front forks were loose in the frame. I watched a video and saw my error, so I was able to easily loosen three bolts, set things right, and then tighten three bolts to be on my merry way.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"21c9a5dc-0e63-4baa-b3b1-68494c42bbb5\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EMango looks good on the battery too\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"velotric-discover-ebike-5\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-discover-ebike-5.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"1425\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric bikes at the lower end of the price spectrum, $1,500 or less, tend to have less aesthetic appeal with visible bulky wires, lower quality tires, and other cost-cutting features. Mid-range e-bikes can be found in the $2,000 to $4,000 range with a focus on additional features and better aesthetics. High-end models often don't even look like e-bikes with hidden batteries and advanced materials.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVelotric offers five colors of the Discover 1, including Mango, Indigo Gray, Cyan, Jet Black, and Pearl. I had the opportunity to test out the Mango bike, and it looks awesome in the yellow shade with black highlights. The battery is colored to match the bike frame too.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fjuiced-bikes-crosscurrent-x-electric-bike-review-the-complete-commuter-experience\u002F\"\u003EJuiced Bikes CrossCurrent X electric bike review: The complete commuter experience\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHardware\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELots of gear on the handlebars\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETwo fenders and two lights\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELarge battery and powerful rear hub motor\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELove that Mango color\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen I was asked if I wanted to review the bike and was told the price, I was expecting something similar to my first Rad Power Bike with loose cables everywhere and a decent but basic bike. I was surprised to open up the box top and find that the Velotric Discover 1 is very well built of aluminum with high-quality welds and an attractive matte finish. The large battery snaps securely onto the frame and has a key to lock it in place and prevent theft. The battery charging port is well protected with a rubber cover that stays securely in place too.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"66867769-9840-48e9-b5f3-a86dfe3eb88b\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Mango color option looks great and rides well\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"velotric-discover-ebike-1\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-discover-ebike-1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"1425\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike power and display controller is located just inboard of the left ergonomic handlebar grip with the front brake handle in front of the grip. There are three display controller buttons for power\u002Flights and increase and decrease pedal assist. I also mounted the bell and my Garmin bike computer to the left side of the handlebars.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe brake handle and gear shifter\u002Findicator are on the handlebar's right side. There are seven speeds available that have proven useful for climbing hills. A Shimano indicator with an orange line indicates your current gear. Adjacent to the gear shifter is a throttle button that is easy to activate with your right thumb simply by pressing downward.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b050e8de-1b0e-4b79-84d1-ec7dc521b11a\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EGear shifter, throttle, and brakes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"velotric-discover-ebike-7\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-discover-ebike-7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"1425\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWires for the brakes and motor lead forward and then down into the frame of the bike so minimal wires are visible. These wires are also bundled together and secured to make for a cleaner aesthetic. This is one area where you see a huge difference between expensive and less expensive bikes, as intelligent wire control gives you a cleaner look to the bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA front fender is included to help keep down the flow of water and debris as you ride the bike on your commute or off-road adventure. It was very simple to secure the fender using the included screws and Allen Wrench. The headlight is positioned on the assembly with the front fender and also includes a front white reflector below the light. I have been extremely disappointed with some past headlights, so I was very pleased with Velotric's attention to detail here with its high-quality light that connects securely to the cable and shines brightly as I travel down the road at high speeds. Rather substantial tires, puncture-resistant, with good grip, are provided with spoked wheels and reflectors.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3675b1c3-fc39-4b00-96dd-6dac5148b9b9\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA large 3.5-inch display shows the status\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"velotric-discover-ebike-6\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-discover-ebike-6.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"1425\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe large display is centered on the handlebars and can be rotated up or down to match the height and comfort of the rider. Speaking of comfort, the rubber grip on the handlebars has additional material on the back side to make it very nice for long rides.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fvanmoof-s3\u002F\"\u003EVanMoof S3 review: An electric bike for Apple and Tesla fans\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMoving back from the handlebar area, we find a large 48V battery attached to the lower frame piece. It can be removed after unlocking the battery with a key. There is also a push-button power level indicator so you can quickly see what the remaining battery power is on the pack. The specifications state that the battery provides up to 60 miles of pedal assist and 45 miles of throttle riding, but that is heavily dependent on your weight and the path you are traveling on. The battery is colored to match the bike color and is very well integrated into the frame, another small touch that you wouldn't expect on such an affordable e-bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI didn't expect to care much about the step-through design of the Velotric Discover 1, but being able to quickly and easily swing my legs between the seat and the battery has been a great experience. This kind of design also makes the bike more accessible for more people, so even my wife and daughters have enjoyed testing out this new bike. There is also a rear kickstand that holds the bike up well.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Velotric Discover 1 is powered by a 500W rear hub motor that offers an enjoyable level of power and a very capable electric bike experience. I was able to make it up my very steep hill without having to walk the bike, which is my ultimate test since I weigh in at 250 lbs, and my hill is one of the steepest I have ever experienced. There is also a walk mode on the bike, so if you do find yourself walking beside it, then you can have some assistance moving the bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"43c52240-4adf-493b-9fd8-85c777387265\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe motor helps you easily get to 20 mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"velotric-discover-ebike-3\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-discover-ebike-3.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"1425\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe seat is wide and comfortable, as well as adjustable for your preferred angle. The seat post also is easily adjustable and fits my height well. The bike is advertised as being designed to fit people who are 5 feet, 1 inch to 6 feet, 4 inches tall, and it fit my 6 feet, 1 inch, frame perfectly. The bike is also rated for a total capacity of 440 lbs, so my 250 lbs is acceptable. I do see some performance degradation from the specifications due to my size, but that is expected.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBehind the seat, we find a rear fender that is attached in the box. There are four securing bolts so that you can check them for tightness too. The rear rack is rated to carry up to 55 lbs, so it is perfect for securing groceries and other gear you may be hauling around the city with your bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5b72830e-883b-487c-ac4a-572623445c34\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ETaillight and rear fender\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"velotric-discover-ebike-2\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-discover-ebike-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"1425\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe back tire matches the front tire with the rear hub motor positioned at the center of the wheel. A fender is also attached out of the box with a rear red taillight that is also connected to the battery. This light works well to make you visible on the road and also serves as a brake light.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\"\u003EThe best electric bikes: Top e-bikes for commuting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EPrice and availability\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Velotric Discover 1 has an MSRP of $1,899, but I have seen regular $500 sales that make the effective standard price $1,399. This is a fantastic price for a very capable bike, and it makes this an easy bike to recommend to family and friends who ask me which bikes to consider. It offers a lot, and with rising gas prices, I would seriously consider the Velotric Discover 1 if you have commuting needs that can be satisfied with a bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you purchase additional bikes, then you can save more too. $200 off when you buy two bikes, $300 off when you buy three, and $600 off if you purchase four bikes. Velotric also provides free shipping in the 48 contiguous states within two business days of your purchase. The bike includes a one-year warranty too.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"cf5a9137-0357-4ca8-bec5-8a5373e1b8db\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Buy the Velotric Discover 1\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"66867769-9840-48e9-b5f3-a86dfe3eb88b","filename":"velotric-discover-ebike-1.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F17\u002F66867769-9840-48e9-b5f3-a86dfe3eb88b\u002Fvelotric-discover-ebike-1.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-06-17 02:54:52","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"66867769-9840-48e9-b5f3-a86dfe3eb88b","imageFilename":"velotric-discover-ebike-1.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F06\u002F17"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.velotricbike.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fvelotric-discover-1\" data-offerprice=\"1399\" data-offermerchant=\"Velotric\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EExperiences and conclusions\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEasy assembly\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFull-featured for a low price\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESolid performance and perfect for all riders\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fjuiced-bikes-crosscurrent-x-electric-bike-review-the-complete-commuter-experience\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThree years ago\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, I purchased a \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"21da8f49-d352-4d8f-9c2b-2dd09be25584\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.juicedbikes.com\u002Fcollections\u002Fe-bikes\u002Fproducts\u002Fcrosscurrentx\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Juiced Bikes CrossCurrent X\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E as my daily commuter primarily due to its ability to get up to 28 mph in pedal-assist mode and keep me moving with local traffic. It serves as my primary e-bike but also had a price of $2,500. It has a terrible rear taillight that requires its own batteries, but overall it is a solid heavy electric bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike was easy to assemble with clear directions. The manual even has maintenance directions to help you adjust the brakes and perform other functions to keep the bike up and running. I will be very interested in seeing how it holds up over time, but looking at the detailed construction and attention to detail, I believe it will do just fine.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"0e5e7228-e8fd-4c6a-ac61-ae3984def38c\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EHigh-quality construction and good looks\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet\" data-image-alt-text=\"velotric-discover-ebike-4\" data-image-filename=\"velotric-discover-ebike-4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"1425\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe mechanical disc brakes, the older generation Shimano shifter, no connectivity to a smartphone, and the basic seat are the only aspects where I can see is a bit of a compromise from more expensive bikes. However, there is still a lot provided for the price, and none of these things substantially impact the bike's enjoyment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Velotric Discover 1 is now my second favorite bike that I've tested over the past five years, and it was honestly difficult to come up with any cons at this $1,399 price point. It is very well built, has fenders for safe commuting, provides excellent lights for safety, incorporates a step-through design so everyone can ride it, and provides a throttle option that is useful for starting from a stopped position. Most importantly, it's a lot of fun to ride.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-06-17 17:11:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Commuters and bike riders looking for an attractive, well-built bike that won't break the bank may enjoy all of the commuting amenities and performance provided by the Velotric Discover 1.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"b5071877-7042-478e-949c-653d194282f1",image:{id:"66867769-9840-48e9-b5f3-a86dfe3eb88b",filename:"velotric-discover-ebike-1.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-06-17 02:54:52",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"velotric-discover-ebike-1",credits:"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNet",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EThe Mango color option looks great and rides well\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F17\u002F66867769-9840-48e9-b5f3-a86dfe3eb88b\u002Fvelotric-discover-ebike-1.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1425,height:1069,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"review-single",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"velotric-discover-1-electric-bike-review",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Velotric Discover 1 electric bike review: Accessibly built, attractively priced",topic:{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"112a7545-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"reviews",name:"Reviews",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"cdc289e6-e482-415e-be29-df6a040dbd9f",slug:"health",name:"Health",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f6766034-0530-4765-8be5-effa45e1c660",slug:"office-hardware-appliances",name:"Office Hardware & Appliances",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f2d97ea2-8175-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Adrian",lastName:"Kingsley-Hughes",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2",filename:"adrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:59:32",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2\u002Fadrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes is an internationally published technology author who has devoted over two decades to helping users get the most from technology -- whether that be by learning to program, building a PC from a pile of parts, or helping them get the most from their new MP3 player or digital camera. Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5f79aa3a-da10-4ce9-b707-35d26b4051d4\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"img-6224.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"img-6224.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F05\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1200\" data-image-height=\"800\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EModern drones are amazing. You have a flying, stabilized 4K camera that you can fit into your pocket and take out and launch in a few seconds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's truly an astonishing feat of modern technology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdji-mini-3-pro-first-impressions\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDJI Mini 3 Pro first impressions: A tiny, quiet, flying camera wrapped around a battery\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've flown countless hours with a variety of drones, and it still surprises me just how remarkable it is to be able to have a flying camera to take photos and from unique angles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"4940d642-b3bb-4091-9d6a-0d7e9a0661f0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ENever believe the rated battery life for any drone. DJI claims the Mini 3 Pro is good for 34 minutes of flight time. My testing suggests you're lucky to get 25 minutes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe other problem is that it takes about an hour to charge a battery from flat to full. That will put a dent in your flying fun.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy solution to this is to buy spare batteries. I like to have two spare batteries.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHaving three batteries seems to be the sweet spot for me. I can be flying, have a spare, and one on charge.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Spare batteries\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"DJI Mini 3 Pro battery","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"386912a2-64ae-470d-b443-75e5e101771e","title":"DJI Mini 3 Pro battery","filename":"img-6236.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F05\u002F20\u002F386912a2-64ae-470d-b443-75e5e101771e\u002Fimg-6236.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":294212,"width":1200,"height":900,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-05-20 13:48:03","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-05-20 13:48:16","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":null,"alt":"DJI Mini 3 Pro battery","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"386912a2-64ae-470d-b443-75e5e101771e","imageAltText":"DJI Mini 3 Pro battery","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"img-6236.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F05\u002F20","imageWidth":1200,"imageHeight":900,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Intelligent-Flight-Battery\u002Fdp\u002FB09WW28LDC\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"65","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Intelligent-Flight-Battery\u002Fdp\u002FB09WW28LDC\u002F","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Intelligent-Flight-Battery\u002Fdp\u002FB09WW28LDC\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"88654cb8-9d0f-4d76-91fc-bbf8484021e4\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EDon't fly with damaged props. If they're bent up or scratched or chipped, it's time to replace them. After all, these are what's keeping your drone in the sky.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECheck your props before each flight, and if they're damaged, change them.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Mini 3 Pro's props are held in place with screws. To prevent the props working loose, replace the screws with the screws that come with the new props. The replacement screws have a dab of thread locker on them to prevent vibrations working the screw loose.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUse a good screwdriver -- or the included screwdriver -- to remove the props. 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This also comes with a charging hub and a carry case.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"0432aa0e-f04d-4a80-8161-de24bfd33c01\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're recording video, then you need ND filters.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat are ND filters? Think of them as sunglasses for your camera. 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He was a co-host, with Kevin Tofel, of the MobileTechRoundup podcast for 13 years and authored three Wiley Companion series books. Matthew started using mobile devices with a US Robotics Pilot 1000 and has owned hundreds of devices running Palm, Linux, Symbian, Newton, BlackBerry, iOS, Android, webOS, Windows Mobile, and Windows Phone operating systems. His current collection includes a Galaxy Z Fold 3, COROS Vertix 2, Garmin Fenix 945 LTE, Microsoft Surface Pro 6, and many more, along with classic devices like the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 and Sony CLIE UX50. Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"65f0d98e-afdf-438c-9eca-77bbc661dc3f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Charge Comfort 2\" data-rating=\"4\" data-like=\"~Rotating handlebars for slim stowage ~Rack and fenders included ~High-quality build and clean aesthetic ~Throttle for boost and cruise ~Big tires for comfort\" data-dislike=\"~ Monochrome display is too small ~ 55 pound weight is light for some, but not all ~\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"09\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-09-01T21:30:08.850Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"09\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-09-01T21:30:08.850Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"026d7203-8d50-448f-8e61-b6cb64156b1b","filename":"charge-comfort-2-lifestyle.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F06\u002F026d7203-8d50-448f-8e61-b6cb64156b1b\u002Fcharge-comfort-2-lifestyle.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-06 00:46:37","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"026d7203-8d50-448f-8e61-b6cb64156b1b","imageFilename":"charge-comfort-2-lifestyle.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F06"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fcharge-bikes.pxf.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F1347747\u002F16255?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.chargebikes.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fcomfort-electric-bike&subId1=[subid_value]","offerMerchant":"Chargebikes","offerPrice":"1899","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.chargebikes.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fcomfort-electric-bike","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fcharge-bikes.pxf.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F1347747\u002F16255?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.chargebikes.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fcomfort-electric-bike&subId1=[subid_value]"}]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the past few weeks, I've been cruising around on the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"878658cf-988a-402b-9377-fff66b9cfe8f\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.chargebikes.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fcomfort-electric-bike\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Charge Comfort 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E step-through bike. It has big tires for comfort on and off the road, plenty of power to get off the stop line, a rear rack and fenders for commuters, and handlebars that are comfortable for resting your hands on. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"right\" data-quote=\"Those looking for a smooth ride will be pleased to know the Comfort 2 lives up to its name.\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Charge Comfort 2 is priced at $1,899 and is available in three colors: Candy Red, White, and Midnight Blue. Compared to the Comfort 1, the Comfort 2 fits a wider range of rider heights, has increased rear rack payload capacity, cleans things up with internal cable routing, and has a slightly larger display. It's a very comfortable bike to ride for hours and I especially love that I can use it to get around in work clothes without getting drenched in sweat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Frame","6061 aluminum alloy"],["Motor size","250 watt bafang rear hub"],["Pedal Assist","Five levels"],["Range","50 miles"],["Top speed","20 mph"],["Battery capacity","36V 418Wh"],["Display","Backlit LCD"],["Lights","Front and rear"],["Payload capacity","300 pounds"],["Seat","Charge Comfort Plus ergonomic"],["Rear rack capacity","55 pounds"],["Brakes","Mechanical disc"],["Fenders","Front and rear provided"],["Drivetrain","7-speed Shimano"],["Tires","27.5\\"x2.5\\" puncture resistant Goodyear Transit Tour"],["Bike weight","55 pounds"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EOne of the easiest bikes to assemble\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOther than a fully-assembled folding e-bike, the Charge Comfort 2 was one of the easiest bikes to assemble out of all of those I have tested and I am confident anyone can get it put together and in riding condition within 10-20 minutes. Comfort Bikes cleverly designed the cardboard packaging so that it can double as a rack to hold the bike in position as you install the different parts. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe setup process goes like this: You keep the frame positioned in the cardboard packaging, mount the handlebars, install the front wheel, flip down the pedals, and adjust the seat height. That's all there is to assembly and I couldn't have been more impressed, given the large figure of the bike. The battery charged up easily and I was able to enjoy riding the bike within an hour of delivery.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI also liked that Charge bundled tire pressure indicator valve caps so that you can quickly and easily confirm that the tires are pumped and good to go. While the quick start guide should be all you need to get set up the first time, the owner's manual provides all of the details on your bike for future maintenance and troubleshooting. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESee also: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-800-lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-is-a-sheer-joy-to-ride\u002F\"\u003EThe $800 Lectric XP Lite e-bike is a sheer joy to ride\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHow can a large bike be so compact?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Charge Comfort 2 has a similar design to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fvelotric-discover-1-electric-bike-review\u002F\"\u003EVelotric Discover 1\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with front and rear lights and fenders, a rear cargo rack, and a seven-speed Shimano drive train. Its battery is located under the rear cargo rack and above the rear tire, making the bike very light up front, with all of the weight near the back. At 55 pounds, the Comfort 2 is fairly light for a full-size bike, yet it still has an impressive rider capacity of 300 pounds. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"e20dacb7-d716-4b32-af6c-dd9b775da773\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EUnique rotating front handlebar for slim stowage\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-2\" data-image-filename=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F06\" data-image-crop=\"1178x718+0+0\" data-image-width=\"1295\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"abedb8fd-fdb9-4063-9a11-dd747de584bd\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"right\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe rotating handlebars and flip-down pedals let you store the bike in tight spots.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"charge-comfort-2-slim-storage\" data-image-filename=\"charge-comfort-2-slim-storage.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F06\" data-image-width=\"1079\" data-image-height=\"1583\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA standout feature on the Comfort 2 that I have yet to see on any other bike is the rotating front handlebars for stowage. At the top of the bike is a release lever that allows you to rotate the handlebars 90 degrees so that they're in line with the rest of the frame. Folding the handlebars like this saves you at least two feet in width and makes storing the bike between bins and nooks very easy. This is one of my favorite features of the Comfort 2.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the handlebars, there are comfortable, rubberized, ergonomic grips that let you ride with ease while resting on the palm of your hands. A left thumb throttle lever is located beside the grip with an electronic horn button below the throttle. This is the only bike I have ever tested with an electronic horn, differentiating itself from traditional, vibration-based chimes. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b61960e7-8689-4839-9fcd-2a72e9c0d682\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThrottle, horn, and display.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-6\" data-image-filename=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-6.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F06\" data-image-width=\"1295\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBeside the throttle is a small monochrome display that shows you your speed, trip odometer, and remaining battery capacity, with three buttons. There is the central power button and increase and decrease buttons for toggling between five assist modes, flashlights, and walk-assist. The small Bafang display shows you your speed, trip odometer, and remaining battery capacity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe brake handle and gear shifter\u002Findicator are found on the right side of the handlebar. There are seven speeds available that have proven useful for climbing hills. There is also a RevoShift indicator (see image below) with a number showing your current gear. Simply rotate the rubber piece outboard of the shift indicator to switch through the available gears. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"315f70a9-37a5-4024-aa66-c1bec97c49b2\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe handlebar grips are very comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-7\" data-image-filename=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F06\" data-image-crop=\"1027x577+0+152\" data-image-width=\"1295\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWires for the brakes and motor lead forward and then down into the frame of the bike so little to no wiring is visible. These wires are also bundled together and secured to make for a cleaner aesthetic. This is one area where you see a huge difference between expensive and less expensive bikes, as intelligent wire control gives you a cleaner look to the vehicle. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA front fender is included to help keep down the flow of water and debris as you ride the bike on your commute or off-road adventure. The front fender is a two-piece design with a short fender in front of the forks and a longer piece behind them. The front headlight is battery-powered and mounted just above the front fender piece for visibility.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMechanical disk brakes are present on the spoked front wheel and large puncture-resistant Goodyear tires are mounted on the bike to provide comfort on the road and decent traction when off. Given the speeds I travel and the daily need for a reliable commuter, it's been difficult for me to go back to normal tires once after using these puncture-resistant ones. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"12f57541-ec01-4f26-bd6a-60a98a49082a\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ESeveral inches are saved in the width for storage when you flip down the pedals.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-5\" data-image-filename=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-5.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F06\" data-image-width=\"1295\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother stowage element of the Comfort 2 is the foldable pedal design where you can simply retract the pedals and rotate them into a vertical position. This reduces the width of the full bike by about five to six inches. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe seat is wide (205mm), comfortable enough for my 6-foot stature, as well as adjustable for my preferred angle. The bike is also rated for a rider capacity of 300 pounds, so my 250 pounds has been acceptable. Heavier riders obviously will not see the distance and speed limits advertised for the bike since those are typically for riders in the 180-pound range. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBehind the seat, we find a rear fender that is attached in the box. There are four securing bolts so you can check them for tightness too. The rear rack is rated to carry up to 55 pounds, so it is perfect for securing groceries and other gear you may be hauling around the city. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"442cc45f-68a2-493a-8f59-b375ae960d01\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe unique battery placement takes advantage of the available space between the rack and the rear tire.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-3\" data-image-filename=\"charge-comfort-2-ebike-3.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F06\" data-image-width=\"1295\" data-image-height=\"729\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother unique design feature of the Comfort 2 is the placement of the battery pack. It is found under the rear rack and above the full rear fender. A key and lock secure the battery into the stowage slot with a set of charging indicators on the top of the battery. I think this is an interesting stowage location for the battery and found it to give me plenty of room to swing my legs through the step-through design, while also distributing most of the bike weight around the back tire area. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Charge Comfort 2 is powered by a 250W rear hub motor that provides electric assist of up to 20 mph. I primarily used throttle assist to help me get started from a stopped position at a light or stop sign and generally enjoyed the handicap in speed. With my weight and riding surface, I was able to get up to about 16-17 mph with the throttle alone. The seven gears were nice for attacking steep hills where the battery power was not enough to move me upward. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA long kickstand is located on the left side of the back wheel and a rear red taillight is present to keep trailing cars and traffic aware of your presence. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESee also: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\"\u003EThe best electric bikes: Top e-bikes for commuting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Price and availability \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Comfort 2 has an MSRP of \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"1838a751-8511-449f-b39a-26b220e26c44\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.chargebikes.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fcomfort-electric-bike?\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"$1,899\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. If you purchase a second bike (you need a riding partner, right?), then you can save $200 with the code 'BUYTWO'. Charge Bikes also provides free shipping in the US with a 30-day return policy. Note that Charge Bikes does not ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or to other locations around the world. 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It's now a feature I would like to see on every bike I own.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Comfort 2 is designed with decent cable management, with all cables leading to and from the battery and brakes being run through the internal frame so that the only really apparent cables are on the front of the bike. The lights are bright, the fenders keep out the debris, and the large tires help provide a stabilized riding experience. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe small display is decently functional and does the job of indicating the status of the bike, but I would've loved to have seen a larger central display. I like having the throttle on one side and the gear shifter on the other so I was happy to see this layout on the handlebars. The handlebar grips are very comfortable, as is the seat, so those looking for a smooth ride will be pleased to know the Comfort 2 lives up to its name. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAlternatives to consider\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI haven't seen other electric bikes with these slim storage features, but there are other bikes priced at less than $2,000. 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data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Ridecake","offerPrice":"14860","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fridecake.com\u002Fen-US\u002Fp\u002Fkalk-and-us","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Huckberry","offerPrice":"14860","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fhuckberry.com\u002Fstore\u002Fcake-motorbikes\u002Fcategory\u002Fp\u002F78363-kalk-electric-motorbike","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI remember when I just couldn't believe that digital images would ever come close to matching the texture of film. I'm having a similar problem trying to imagine a future that doesn't involve the thrilling growl of a motorcycle's petrol engine. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's because if you happen to be (like I am) from places like India where two-wheelers rule the roads, your allegiances are probably not going to lie with your car, but something with two wheels. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen my kids were toddlers, I bought a newly designed \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.royalenfield.com\u002Fmy\u002Fen\u002Fmotorcycles\u002Fclassic-models\u002Fclassic-500\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEnfield Classic 500\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- a gorgeous, post-war styled, modern classic -- to ferry myself to work, and occasionally my kids to school. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThey would doze happily on the petrol tank en route, as the single cylinder throbbed reassuringly below them. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen I returned from work, they would prance around with excitement just by identifying the Enfield's signature thump from a few hundred feet away. (It was a popular bike, so I imagine this dance may have been going on all day.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe 5 best electric bikes\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo when I heard that Swedish motorcycle company Cake was in my neck of the woods, I scrambled to try and get onto some of their bikes. I was curious as to how we would continue making memories on these amazing machines.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"de4e7100-9ae0-4b1c-a3d0-fec38c6691b9\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ECake's Kalk&amp; urban commuter also boasts some off-road chops.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Rajiv Rao\" data-image-alt-text=\"Cake's Kalk& next to a brick building\" data-image-filename=\"cakes-kalk.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"3024\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ESpecifications\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Ctable style=\"border:none;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPower\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003E10kW motor\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETorque \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2Nm on shaft and 252Nm on wheel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETop speed\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003E56mph\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBattery\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003E18,650 lithium ion cells, 51.8 Volt; 50 Ah; 2.6 kWh\u2028\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECharging\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003E0 to 100% takes 2.5 hours to charge in a standard outlet\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERange\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003E53 miles\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDisplay\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESpeedometer, trip meter, and odometer; battery status and power usage\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESuspension\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFront Fork: The upside down fork is air and oil sprung and features 38mm stanchion tubes for extra rigidity and strength, with 204mm travel specially developed by Öhlins\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003ERear Suspension: 205 mm. Öhlins TTX22 with CAKE internals and specific spring\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFrame\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6061 aluminum, extruded, forged monstrous, machined, and painted\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBrakes\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStainless steel, 220mm diameter, 3.2mm thickness; formula motorcycle disc brakes and four piston calipers; hand lever for front brake and foot pedal for rear brake\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWheels and tires\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEnlarged 25 mm front axle; aluminum 6061 forged and CNC machined hubs; 19×1.85\" 7116-T6 aluminum motorcycle rims; 19×3.00\" dual sport motorcycle tires\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr style=\"height:0pt\"\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELicense\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cp\u003EM1\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EFirst look: Kalk&\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs I approached the street-side tent in front of Sturgess Cycle in Hamilton, Ontario that was displaying some of \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"1345483c-7f4c-4f60-812c-bd353e66fd7c\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fridecake.com\u002Fen\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Cake's bikes\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, I could see two distinctive lines -- one with dirt bike aesthetics and another with moped-looking lines.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI decided to take the dirt-bike-looking Kalk& (pronounced like the first half of 'Calcutta,' then the word 'and') -- a brave name to be using in order to lure North American riders. It is a dual-sport, road-legal version of its predecessor, the Cake Kalk Or, which was conceived strictly for trail riding.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Kalk& looks gorgeous, with 19\" wheels cushioned by dual-sport tires, a narrow two-tone seat, and lots of exposed brushed aluminum (6061, CNC machined), as well as polycarbonate and ABS plastic bodywork in a minimalist frame. Like all motorcycles, it has a right brake lever on the handlebar for the front brake and a rear foot pedal for the back brake, both with discs but no ABS. There is, of course, no clutch or gear shifter.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"7a725658-734f-412f-b9fa-3fb411491f48\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Kalk's handlebar is made of aerospace-grade aluminum.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Rajiv Rao\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of Cake's Kalk& handlebars\" data-image-filename=\"handlebars.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe part of the machine that is destined to make motorcycle aficionados weak in the knees are the top-of-the-line Ohlin suspensions -- the 38 mm air fork and the TTX22 rear mono-shock. On the handlebar is a TFT digital display from which you can turn the bike on using a PIN, revealing a speedometer, odometer, ride and brake modes, and of course, a battery indicator. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffiido-x-electric-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFiido X electric bike review: The best-looking e-bike I've tested in years\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b1466a68-7cb6-4fc5-842c-df40ec06e7c4\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Kalk's top-shelf Ohlin suspension offers a plush ride.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Rajiv Rao\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of front-fork suspension on a motorcycle\" data-image-filename=\"ohlin-suspension.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe motor is a 10kW one, equivalent to a 13.5 bhp, 125 cc dirt bike but with unimaginable, monstrous 252Nm's of torque -- around 100 Nm more than the 1,868cc \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"7f63db66-eab5-45e9-b3ff-87f585c080b5\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.harley-davidson.com\u002Fus\u002Fen\u002Fmotorcycles\u002Ffat-boy.html\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Harley Davidson Fatboy\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E if you can imagine that. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt also has a swappable 2.6 kWh, 18,650 cell lithium-ion battery, which can achieve an 80% recharge in two hours from a regular plug point, or a full charge in three hours. The belt is a PolyChain GT Carbon 11m with the rear sprocket consisting of 108 teeth and the front one, 18.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5509167a-63ba-4770-8df3-33e866ccaa58\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EKalk&amp;'s 72-teeth rear sprocket along with 19" aluminum rim and a dual-sport tire.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Rajiv Rao\" data-image-alt-text=\"The back wheel of a motorcycle showing chain and sprocket\" data-image-filename=\"rear-sprocket.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EPerformance\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow for the main event. I swung myself onto the bike and could feel that it was a tad high for 5'9\" me at a 35.75\" clearance, but I was told the suspension goes down by a good 8 inches during riding. I flicked through the ride settings: Explore mode limits your top speed to 45 km\u002Fh, but you will have two to three hours of battery. Excite mode is geared for enduro or active trail riding and will give you between one to two hours of riding time, depending on how much you're thrashing it. Excel mode will allow you to twist the throttle all the way at 56 mph for around an hour. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"420207dc-deb3-45fe-b22c-25c19d47643b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EKalk&amp;'s TFT display.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Rajiv Rao\" data-image-alt-text=\"The TFT display of a motorcycle with the reflection of the photographer seen in it\" data-image-filename=\"display.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere were no trails and I was not here to 'Explore,' so I set it to 'Excel.' There were also three modes for regenerative braking: Freewheel mode where there is none (like an old school dirt bike); two-stroke (moderate braking); and four-stroke (maximum braking). I chose the latter and I was off.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI remember being so confused when I first heard about how a roughly $125K Tesla model S repeatedly out-sprinted an eight-liter, 1,500 hp $2 million Bugatti Veyron \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=0IgiFcVZOuY\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ein a drag race\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. That concept of almost infinite torque that an electric motor can provide has to be tasted in person to fully understand it. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Furtopia-carbon-electric-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe Urtopia Carbon E-Bike is a work of art that you can ride\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn a motorcycle, the big difference is that you're up front and personal with the elements. I twisted hard and the electric motor gave me a high-pitched whine, rocketing the bike forward in warp-speed. The Ewoks would have approved.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"4bd083c8-2e38-41eb-9dba-5414ec9a5dab\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Rajiv Rao\" data-image-alt-text=\"Markings on a battery attached to the chasis of an electric motorcycle\" data-image-filename=\"battery.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm nervous about bikes that are light since they tend to get thrown off bumps and cracks easily. So I'm surprised that the Kalk&, a wisp of a bike at 174 lbs with narrow tires, handles the pot holes and deep cracks at high speed with aplomb, thanks to the velvety Brembo suspension. I kept flicking the throttle to max and decelerate between lights, and I marveled at the nimbleness of this motorcycle as it danced in and out of lanes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"fd14fe36-8f85-449a-bf7c-81ff61b9eff4\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Kalk&amp; can touch a top speed of 56 mph.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Rajiv Rao\" data-image-alt-text=\"Cake's electric motorcycle parked on a neighborhood sidewalk\" data-image-filename=\"kalk.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"3024\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn the way back, I stood on the pegs and launched myself off as many speed bumps as possible and caught some air. Apparently, other Kalk& riders have subjected the bike to all kinds of acrobatics including wheelies (incredibly easy on this bike), fishtails, and other acts of potentially bone-crushing fun that are not so easy on most motorcycles. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELow weight and seemingly unlimited torque is destined to produce mischief. Visions of calling my wife and kids about my broken spine when I was supposed to cook the evening's dinner ensured that I would be ignoring that call of the wild for now.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EOsa Plus 'Workbench'\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Kalk may be Cake's urban showboat, but the Osa is potentially the lifestyle draw. The singular feature of the Osa is the unmistakeable 'unibeam' that runs all along the bike. It is here that Cake reveals its all-encompassing vision for its fleet. While the Kalk& gives you the thrills and chills of a dirt bike that is perfect for urban commuting and some moderate off-road mucking around, the Osa is all business. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt is fashioned into a classic Swedish, industrial modular machine designed to haul things like 2x4s or a surfboard that can be clipped to its beam with metal hooks along with -- as absurd as this may sound -- your chopsaw strapped to the large, rear carrier basket from where it can jack into the battery and start cutting.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"80975da6-d450-462f-9f9e-3d47db32713a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ECake's OSA Plus.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Rajiv Rao\" data-image-alt-text=\"A two wheeler that looks like a moped parked on the sidewalk of a neighborhood\" data-image-filename=\"osa-plus.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Osa Plus may look like a staid moped. But when you twist that accelerator, it feels nothing like one thanks to the same torrid torque of an electric motor. The Osa Plus has the same 56 mph top speed but is a little heavier than the Kalk& at 215 pounds and sports less torque at 151 Nm (it has some \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fridecake.com\u002Fen-US\u002Fp\u002Fosa-plus-us\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eother minor differences\u003C\u002Fa\u003E). With smaller 14\" wheels and a low riding position, the Osa Plus feels secure and well planted as it flies over the road's many bumps and bruises. It's also surprisingly agile.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fcharge-comfort-2-electric-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe Charge Comfort 2 e-bike is a smooth ride that fits in tight spaces\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"23ad9b44-8ee9-4355-a0b3-5835e3b44b60\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe OSA Plus is almost infinitely customizable based on need, thanks to its industrial modular design.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Cake\" data-image-alt-text=\"A carpenter uses his moped-like 2-wheeler to house his chop saw on the rear carrier and also has 2\u002F4s clamped on to it\" data-image-filename=\"osa-workbench.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F11\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe idea here is that you can tool around doing all manner of things -- surfing, playing your guitar in a public square, patrol a wildlife sanctuary, monitor roadwork, make deliveries, and an infinite number of such activities -- thanks to your power station cum battery. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"14b94fa7-074c-417c-8d92-74fbd266b9b9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Cake Kalk&\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"cff0e690-4e8c-43a7-9e19-c8cc77fe9693","filename":"cake-kalk.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F11\u002F10\u002Fcff0e690-4e8c-43a7-9e19-c8cc77fe9693\u002Fcake-kalk.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-11-10 19:52:39","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"cff0e690-4e8c-43a7-9e19-c8cc77fe9693","imageFilename":"cake-kalk.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F11\u002F10"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fridecake.com\u002Fen-US\u002Fp\u002Fkalk-and-us\" data-offerprice=\"14860\" data-offermerchant=\"Ridecake\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe bottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECake's motorcycles are possibly the most intriguing entrants into this nascent market -- but the most difficult to categorize. For owners, they can be economic no-brainers, as electric motors have negligible operating costs and few moving parts, which makes for very little maintenance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut a motorcycle is not a Tesla sedan. Owners ride for pleasure not for work in North America and almost always have a car as well. Will hobbyists embrace the electric shift if they don't really need to? Why sacrifice the deep, satisfying rumble of a Harley's V twin with a sound right out of Aliens? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYet, Cake is addressing this existential dilemma by completely subverting expectations of what a motorcycle should be. You can ride a Cake bike as a hobby, for work, or for your commute, or for a trip to the beach. It seems the only thing you cannot do is to have your Cake and eat it too.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fzectron-ebike-first-look-a-week-long-rider-with-a-lot-of-potential\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EZectron e-bike first look: A week-long ride with a lot of potential\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course, it costs $14,860, which is not at all cheap. You can easily get three 125cc dirt bikes, a Ducati Monster, or a beautifully restored vintage Triumph Bonneville for that price. You can't even ride the Cake on a highway, a common complaint. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen, there's \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"078de603-3992-42aa-aeec-a0652ae32f99\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zeromotorcycles.com\u002Fmodel\u002Fzero-fxe\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Zero FXE\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, the electric motorcycle brand that's been around the longest and whose bikes are well under $12,000 and fantastic fun. Or the ridiculously underpriced \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"57371233-c926-4ca0-87e0-793b1baadf80\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsondorsx.com\u002Fproducts\u002F6mftu\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Sondors Metacycle\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, which seems like a bargain urban commuter at $6,500.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EBut none of them offer the utilitarian vision, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fridecake.com\u002Fen\u002Fall-bikes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Elarge range of models\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, plug-and-play accessories, top-notch materials, and iconic Swedish styling. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECake's bikes are a lot of fun to ride, easy to learn for a novice, and a great option for those looking to upgrade from an electric bicycle or moped. If you have the money and are thinking of buying an electric motorcycle for your commute or your work or perhaps the trails, I highly recommend you take one of Cake's offerings for a spin to see what it is all about. The memories they make may not include a signature thump, but they are incredibly fun and capable of generating different but equally resonant memories.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAlternatives to consider \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ff78e22d-0fe2-44fc-87d4-ebccaddc97d3\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Zero FXE\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"a10647bb-e7ef-4472-b8b0-febf76e38574","filename":"fxe.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F11\u002F10\u002Fa10647bb-e7ef-4472-b8b0-febf76e38574\u002Ffxe.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-11-10 20:23:53","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"a10647bb-e7ef-4472-b8b0-febf76e38574","imageFilename":"fxe.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F11\u002F10"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zeromotorcycles.com\u002Fmodel\u002Fzero-fx\" data-offerprice=\"12995\" data-offermerchant=\"Zeromotorcycles\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ba0bac12-bb43-4867-a098-2b808b5a3b3e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Sondors Metacycle\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"f8fa49b2-e929-4071-9ce4-47f07e64b3dd","filename":"metacycle-cropped.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F11\u002F10\u002Ff8fa49b2-e929-4071-9ce4-47f07e64b3dd\u002Fmetacycle-cropped.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-11-10 20:44:28","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"f8fa49b2-e929-4071-9ce4-47f07e64b3dd","imageFilename":"metacycle-cropped.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F11\u002F10"}\" 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He was a co-host, with Kevin Tofel, of the MobileTechRoundup podcast for 13 years and authored three Wiley Companion series books. Matthew started using mobile devices with a US Robotics Pilot 1000 and has owned hundreds of devices running Palm, Linux, Symbian, Newton, BlackBerry, iOS, Android, webOS, Windows Mobile, and Windows Phone operating systems. His current collection includes a Galaxy Z Fold 3, COROS Vertix 2, Garmin Fenix 945 LTE, Microsoft Surface Pro 6, and many more, along with classic devices like the Apple Newton MessagePad 2100 and Sony CLIE UX50. Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"89290b9e-773c-4340-ad30-1d21c16ece87\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Urtopia Carbon e-bike\" data-rating=\"4\" data-like=\"~Lightweight and modern design ~Additional features via smartphone app ~Four-speed levels for riding ~Integrated cell service for location tracking\" data-dislike=\"~Voice command isn't always reliable ~Default seat is uncomfortable ~Kickstand is not included\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"09\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-09-01T18:01:04.100Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"09\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-09-01T18:01:04.100Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"9cc164e0-8b1a-4d10-a89d-237dc296be7e","filename":"urtopia-carbon-ebike-13.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F22\u002F9cc164e0-8b1a-4d10-a89d-237dc296be7e\u002Furtopia-carbon-ebike-13.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-22 02:44:12","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"9cc164e0-8b1a-4d10-a89d-237dc296be7e","imageFilename":"urtopia-carbon-ebike-13.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F22"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Urtopia","offerPrice":"2799","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fnewurtopia.com\u002Fproducts\u002Furtopia-carbon-e-bike?variant=42286413512952","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"EZE Ryders","offerPrice":"2799","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fezeryders.com\u002Fproducts\u002Furtopia-carbon-e-bike?","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPart of my morning commute includes carrying my e-bike up and down through a train station \u003Cem\u003Eand\u003C\u002Fem\u003E an office building. It's a heavy task, with most e-bikes I've tested weighing around 55 pounds. They're even harder to move around when the battery dies and all that weight is left for you to carry. Naturally, I've accepted the fact that in order to reap the benefits of a fast-moving e-bike, a bit of sweat is necessary. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the past three weeks I have been riding an electric bike that weighs about half what other e-bikes do while also fully incorporating an iPhone-esque elegant high-tech design system.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"22c1f68b-c7d8-494e-8f09-2c4aec613ee7\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnewurtopia.com\u002Fproducts\u002Furtopia-carbon-e-bike?variant=42286413512952\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Urtopia Carbon E-Bike\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is a work of art that you can ride -- my coworkers stopped by to check the bike out and were impressed with its modern design and sleek appearance. The lightweight carbon frame, sleek integrated battery, embedded display and controls in the Smartbar, single-speed belt drive, and smartphone connectivity make this a bike of the future. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"none\" data-quote=\"The light weight, cool design, and solid riding experience have me considering this as a future bike option.  \"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe motor does well at propelling you along even with a single gear. I was able to ride at up to 20 mph on fairly flat roads, from 10 mph to 14 mph up hills, and only had to walk up one steep hill after cranking along at 7 mph for half of the hill. The Urtopia definitely has me considering whether or not having multiple gears on an electric bike is worth the maintenance and complexity for infrequent riding scenarios.   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"ZDNET","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fc\\\u002Fzdnetvideo","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002F36K5M7DAygE?autoplay=0&loop=0&fs=1&start=0&rel=1&feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Urtopia Carbon E-Bike review: Smart, light, and modern\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002F36K5M7DAygE\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Urtopia Carbon E-Bike review: Smart, light, and modern","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002F36K5M7DAygE\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric bikes at the lower end of the price spectrum, $1,500 or less, tend to have less aesthetic appeal, with visible bulky wires, lower-quality tires, and other cost-cutting features. E-bikes can be found in the $2,000-to-$4,000 range with additional features and better aesthetics. High-end models often don't even look like e-bikes, with hidden batteries and advanced materials. The Urtopia Carbon E-Bike is clearly a high-end model, but it is priced in the midrange at $2,799. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Frame","Carbon fiber"],["Motor size","250-watt rear hub"],["Pedal assist","4 levels plus walk"],["Range","25-62 miles"],["Top speed","20 mph"],["Battery capacity","360-Wh Samsung Li-Ion"],["Display","LED dot-matrix"],["Lights","Front and rear"],["Payload capacity","240 pounds"],["Brakes","Dual-piston hydraulic disc"],["Drivetrain","Gates Carbon Drive"],["Tires","Kenda Kwest 700x35C"],["Bike weight","33 pounds"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Assembly \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe folks at Urtopia reached out to me a few months ago about testing the bike, but with my business travel I was not initially available to give it the time it deserved. Thankfully, a period of time opened up in my calendar and, soon, a large, but relatively flat, cardboard box arrived. I was immediately impressed by the fact that I was able to easily pick up the large box by myself and move it into an empty space in the garage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter removing the plastic shipping straps, I lifted the lid on the box to reveal the Urtopia Carbon E-Bike. It was mostly assembled, with the rear tire attached, the Smartbar and front forks put together, and even the accessory bag mounted on the frame. The first step was to remove everything from the box and then use the rear tire storage cardboard pocket to hold the bike up so that the front wheel and tire could be secured to the front forks. The Allen wrenches and 15mm wrench needed for assembly are included with the bike. Urtopia even included an air pump to help you get the tires properly inflated. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"354a3585-905a-43fa-809e-e7999b9fc484\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe tool bag and striping on the Sirius model.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Urtopia Carbon closeup\" data-image-filename=\"urtopia-carbon-ebike-5.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter you mount the front wheel, you can attach the pedals and insert the seat post into the frame. The protective plug over the nut for the seat post did not go back into the post and stay secure, so there is one element that can be improved, although it is very minor and has nothing to do with the functionality of the bike.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"dd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fdd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou also have to connect the two cables when inserting the seat post since the rear light and turn signal indicator lights are mounted on the seat post. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the unique frame design, there is a limit to how far down the seat post can be inserted, so when you order an Urtopia bike you select either a medium or large size. The medium bike is designed for riders who are from 5 feet, 5 inches tall to 5 feet, 11 inches tall, and the large size is designed for riders who are from 5 feet, 9 inches tall to 6 feet, 5 inches tall.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI am 6 feet, 1 inch, and the large bike is just about a perfect fit at the lower end of the seat range.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"27575725-d7e1-4c29-959e-bda77784b435\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe battery is tightly packed in the beam of the bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Urtopia logo on bike\" data-image-filename=\"urtopia-carbon-ebike-4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe last part of the assembly is to remove the battery from the packaging and mount it on the front frame of the bike. It easily slides into the bottom and then snaps into place. You need to use one of the two provided keys to remove the battery. You can charge the battery while mounted on the bike or with the battery removed from the bike. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESee also: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-800-lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-is-a-sheer-joy-to-ride\u002F\"\u003EThe $800 Lectric XP Lite e-bike is a sheer joy to ride\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Hardware \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter my shock at the lightweight nature of the box and the bike, the next thing that struck me about the Urtopia was the Smartbar, the company's name for the handlebar assembly. All wires connecting the controls and display are hidden inside the handlebar unit. A four-way directional control pad is positioned on the left side with the fingerprint button on the right side. In the center sits the LED dot-matrix display. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe fingerprint button is interesting and helps provide a bit of security for the bike. It functions as the unlock button, horn, and voice control activation button. A fingerprint is needed to enable the alarm feature. After I set up my fingerprint in the Urtopia smartphone app, it reliably unlocked the bike every time. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"e0e69a92-4a6b-4ec3-b654-d924398b9320\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe cool integrated fingerprint sensor and horn.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Urtopia fingerprint button\" data-image-filename=\"urtopia-carbon-ebike-7.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe left side control pad is used for many functions, including speed control, turn signal, and lights. Pressing down for 2 seconds also puts the bike into standby mode. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA bright white LED headlight is located on the front of the Smartbar display. The display is big and bright; instead of a modern, color, crisp-font look, the dot-matrix design harkens back to the '80s. Several easily identifiable status icons appear on the display, including your speed and assist level. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe front wheel with hydraulic disc brakes is positioned below the handlebars with the sleek battery integrated into the frame just behind the Smartbar. The saddle is not very comfortable for extended rides, but Urtopia also offers an optional comfort saddle if you need it. The saddle can be removed from the seat post, which has integrated taillight and turns signal indicators. This seat post assembly, called the ARES, is discussed more below. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a9e18886-6abf-44f2-a230-862aae6c8639\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EEasy thumb controls.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Urtopia Carbon thumb control\" data-image-filename=\"urtopia-carbon-ebike-8.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe pedals are fairly basic and attached to the torque sensor. There is no chain on the bike as the rear wheel is controlled by a Gates Carbon Drive belt that should last you for years. This is the first time I've ridden a bike with a belt system and I found it to be a good experience. The rear 250W motor is positioned at the center of the rear wheel. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESee also: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\"\u003EHere are the top electric bikes whether you're off-roading or commuting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Voice commands, ARES, and eSIM \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPressing and holding the right fingerprint sensor button enables voice commands. These work well when you're stationary or riding slowly, but when riding faster or in inclement weather, in my experience, the command system didn't perform reliably. Commands are available for speed modes, turning, locking the bike, controlling lights, volume control, and standby mode. The only way to completely turn off the bike is to use the voice command or else simply remove the battery. With the preceding caveat, all voice commands, except for locking the bike, worked well. For some reason I had a heck of a time getting consistent responses while trying to lock the bike. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EARES (advanced rear early indication system) sounds like a modern, advanced function and, given the name, I thought it would include something like a Garmin bike radar that would warn me of approaching vehicles with notifications that might appear on the display. However, it is simply a bright rear red taillight and two ineffective turn indicator projection lights. These two side lights show a logo down on the ground just to the right and left of the bike. The only way anyone could see these dim lights would be if they were in a very dark environment and standing adjacent to the bike. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"1e3289a3-0a33-4569-9e80-4a680f88db7e\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ENo chains to worry about on the Urtopia.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Urtopia Carbon with no chain\" data-image-filename=\"urtopia-carbon-ebike-3.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"1599\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI see little utility in the current ARES system and stopped using the turn indicators entirely. Having the split rear taillight flash for the right or left side would seem to make more sense, as it could be helpful to inform drivers or riders behind you where you plan to turn.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike contains an eSIM card with 4G support and GPS so the position of the bike is tracked when you ride. The eSIM can also be used as part of the bike recovery process if the alarm horn does not deter a thief. Having an active eSIM on the bike costs $29.99 per year. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Smartphone app \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe smartphone app is essential to the full Urtopia Carbon E-Bike experience and it is available for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnewurtopia.com\u002Fpages\u002Fappdownload\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EiOS and Android\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. There are three main tabs in the app: Home, Navigation, and Mine. The Home screen shows you tiles with your recent ride, CO2 saved estimate, news, user guide, and stories that include the Urtopia. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Navigation part of the app lets you search for a destination and then plot a course to that destination. The map view gives you the distance and estimated duration, assuming you are riding the bike. Tap the Go button to start navigating to the destination, and if your bike is on and connected to your phone then the navigation prompts will appear on the center display of the Smartbar. This is a very cool feature of the bike that makes it so you do not need a separate bike computer. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a67bd394-52d9-4f97-959d-940b694d1f09\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA truly connected bike experience\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Urtopia Carbon route map\" data-image-filename=\"urtopia-carbon-ebike-route-view.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"1812\" data-image-height=\"2176\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn the last tab, Mine, you can connect to the bike via Bluetooth, view weekly ride reports, check your previous routes (data collected via GPS and uploaded via eSIM), and your CO2 saved. The routes that you rode show the start time, duration, distance, average speed, and a map of your route. Tap the play button to view your route in a replay animation. Diving into your bike connection you can view the battery status, adjust sound\u002Fvolume\u002Fvibration levels, set up the fingerprint, check the health of your bike, and view a few advanced settings. There are also buttons to turn on the lights, lock the bike, or sound the alarm. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"e87b2a13-c00c-4e13-a3ec-f2b2bdcf1198\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Buy the Urtopia Carbon e-bike\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"urtopia-carbon-electric-bike-size","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"3c006025-a641-42c2-b618-8e8022d34e6b","filename":"urtopia-carbon-electric-bike-size.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F22\u002F3c006025-a641-42c2-b618-8e8022d34e6b\u002Furtopia-carbon-electric-bike-size.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-22 18:20:32","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"3c006025-a641-42c2-b618-8e8022d34e6b","imageFilename":"urtopia-carbon-electric-bike-size.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F22"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnewurtopia.com\u002Fproducts\u002Furtopia-carbon-e-bike\" data-offerprice=\"2799\" data-offermerchant=\"Urtopia\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Bottom line \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Urtopia Carbon e-Bike showed me that not all e-bikes have to be heavy, or have basic displays and visible cables. The Carbon is a good-looking bike, both an elegant piece of art and a modern road bike with the advanced technology we expect in 2022. The light weight, cool design, and solid riding experience have me considering this as a future bike option. I would outfit it with a more comfortable seat and fenders for commuting in inclement weather. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you want an electric bike that doesn't look like a typical electric bike and is lightweight, then you should consider the Urtopia Carbon E-Bike. The price of $2,799 sounds better when you consider that other high-end bikes like this are $3,000 to $5,000. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Alternatives to consider \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere are some other lightweight and portable e-bikes that may interest you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"a02e012b-9944-47dd-b775-723bc826899c\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Swagtron Swagcycle EB 12\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"swagtron-swagcycle","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Image: Swagtron","imageData":{"id":"7923bba5-8ecb-4536-8559-6e7c6710b7bd","filename":"swagtron-swagcycle.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F22\u002F7923bba5-8ecb-4536-8559-6e7c6710b7bd\u002Fswagtron-swagcycle.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-22 18:29:11","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"7923bba5-8ecb-4536-8559-6e7c6710b7bd","imageFilename":"swagtron-swagcycle.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F22"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Image: Swagtron\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSwagtron-Swagcycle-EB-12-Commuter-Removable\u002Fdp\u002FB07THFR4NK\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"cb86609e-4d66-4385-b0af-c87dd3c639a5\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Aventon Sinch Foldable e-bike\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"aventon-sinch-foldable-bike","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Image: Aventon","imageData":{"id":"c57114b2-a158-4a20-a71c-955776de65b9","filename":"aventon-sinch-foldable-bike.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F22\u002Fc57114b2-a158-4a20-a71c-955776de65b9\u002Faventon-sinch-foldable-bike.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-22 18:32:07","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"c57114b2-a158-4a20-a71c-955776de65b9","imageFilename":"aventon-sinch-foldable-bike.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F22"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Image: Aventon\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Faventon-sinch-foldable-ebike-w-40-mile-max-operating-range-and-20-mph-max-speed-cloud-grey\u002F6512642.p?skuId=6512642\" data-offermerchant=\"Best Buy\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"8c905755-2143-4370-98d0-be1f82c9afab\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Aventon Soltera e-bike\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"d81a3312-3c4f-4e35-848f-ad6b650f94d0","filename":"aventon-soltera-ebike.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F22\u002Fd81a3312-3c4f-4e35-848f-ad6b650f94d0\u002Faventon-soltera-ebike.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-09-22 18:34:57","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"d81a3312-3c4f-4e35-848f-ad6b650f94d0","imageFilename":"aventon-soltera-ebike.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F09\u002F22"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Faventon-soltera-7-speed-step-over-ebike-w-40-mile-max-operating-range-and-20-mph-max-speed-onyx-black\u002F6493723.p?skuId=6493723\" data-offermerchant=\"Best Buy\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Faventon-soltera-7-speed-step-over-ebike-w-40-mile-max-operating-range-and-20-mph-max-speed-onyx-black\u002F6493723.p?skuId=6493723&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=[subid_value]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"31afa75e-1d3f-466e-b8b7-c8766802bb91","slug":"aventon-soltera-7-speed-step-over-ebike-w-40-mile-max-operating-range-and-20-mph-max-speed-onyx-black-s7t001","name":"Aventon - 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Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"04382b6f-9028-469d-8643-9e8000d56adb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Lectric XP 3.0\" data-rating=\"4\" data-like=\"~Affordable ~Well constructed with commuter features ~Comfortable rear seat, handlebars, and foot pegs ~Foldable design for storage\" data-dislike=\"~No bell or horn ~Heavy, especially for a folding bike ~Awkward key location\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"12\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-12-02T22:56:11.994Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"12\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-12-02T22:56:11.994Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"a2f235ba-d5f3-48d2-b05c-58b0afb8c97c","filename":"lectric-xp-3-1.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F05\u002Fa2f235ba-d5f3-48d2-b05c-58b0afb8c97c\u002Flectric-xp-3-1.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-05 02:44:56","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"a2f235ba-d5f3-48d2-b05c-58b0afb8c97c","imageFilename":"lectric-xp-3-1.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F05"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F1419701\u002F16906?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.com\u002Fcollections\u002Fxp-3-0-series\u002Fproducts\u002Fxp-step-thru-white&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Lectric E-bikes","offerPrice":"999","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.com\u002Fcollections\u002Fxp-3-0-series\u002Fproducts\u002Fxp-step-thru-white","url":"https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F1419701\u002F16906?&sharedId=zdnet&u=https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.com\u002Fcollections\u002Fxp-3-0-series\u002Fproducts\u002Fxp-step-thru-white&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA few months ago I tested the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-800-lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-is-a-sheer-joy-to-ride\u002F\"\u003ELectric XP Lite\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and experienced sheer joy riding it all over town. That's why I was very excited when I got the chance to test the company's newest \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"22e9afe7-c204-4010-b6cd-b07d27e3884b\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.com\u002Fcollections\u002Fxp-3-0-series\u002Fproducts\u002Fxp-step-thru-white\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"XP Step-Thru 3.0\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, along with Lectric's holiday bundle and passenger package.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"right\" data-quote=\"The passenger package is the distinguishing feature and allows for fun joyrides with your loved ones.\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Lectric XP 3.0 is a significant upgrade over the XP 2.0 with an integrated rear rack for a passenger, increased peak wattage (1000W) in the rear hub motor, improved pedaling efficiency, upgraded brake rotors, and increased travel on the suspension. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile I don't rate the bike quite as high as customers' 4.9\u002F5 stars on Lectric's product page, the bike was a blast to ride and one of my test passengers enjoyed it enough to want to stay seated even after I was done testing. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Frame","6061 aluminum alloy"],["Motor size","500W rear hub (1000W peak)"],["Pedal Assist","Five levels with throttle"],["Range","Pedal assist: 45 miles. 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Battery is 7 pounds"],["Folded size","37 x 18 x 28 inches"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"ZDNET","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@zdnetvideo","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FrjD3SVcnieM?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Lectric XP 3.0 electric bike review: A passenger means double the fun\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FrjD3SVcnieM\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Lectric XP 3.0 electric bike review: A passenger means double the fun","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FrjD3SVcnieM\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAssembly and build quality\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJust like the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"3c03005d-9d16-46bd-a82f-8bc2d699111c\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.com\u002Fcollections\u002Fxp-lite-series\u002Fproducts\u002Fxp-lite-arctic-white\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Lectric XP Lite\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, the XP 3.0 arrives fully assembled so you simply remove it from the box, unfold the frame and stem, inflate the tires to the correct pressure, fold down the pedals, charge up the battery, and get going. You'll need to have one of the two provided keys inserted into the bike in order to turn on the power and use it, which is a great safety feature that more e-bikes should have. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-800-lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-is-a-sheer-joy-to-ride\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe $800 Lectric XP Lite is a sheer joy to ride\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe only problem is that the keyhole is on the bottom of the frame -- just in front of the frame hinge -- and it's a bit challenging to insert it. At first, I also worried that the key would fall out while riding, but so far it has remained in place for the miles of testing I have completed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"f86a78c3-3b54-4848-9381-a3cd600c2b1c\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EOutfitted with the passenger package, which includes a larger seat base.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Lectric XP 3.0 ebike in white\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-3-4.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F05\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELectric offers two colors for the XP Step-Thru 3.0: black and white, along with a black version of the 3.0 with a higher center frame. I tested the white Step-Thru model that also included the Holiday Bundle and Passenger Package, shown in the image above. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffiido-x-electric-bike-review\u002F\"\u003EFiido X: The best-looking e-bike I've tested in years\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Holiday Bundle, which is included for free if you order the XP 3.0 for a limited time, features a larger seat, a suspension seat post, a bike lock, and an elite headlight. From my testing, the bundled seat is a bit too padded, and if you want to pedal the bike for extended periods, it is not the best option. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"dad4058a-b63d-40b4-954d-27a46b6065d3\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EMetal fenders keep the rider clean.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Lectric XP 3.0 headlight\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-3-6.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F05\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike lock attaches to the back of the frame under the seat and helps to secure the vehicle to a post or stand. It's a folding lock, and has limited security, but it is better than nothing. The same sentiment goes for the headlight, which is big and bright enough for a safe riding experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"4ee53229-6efe-4dba-87a9-c0545612f819\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe bike is a bit heavy to carry but folds up nicely.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Lectric e-bike folded up\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-3-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F05\" data-image-crop=\"1446x812+0+0\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're buying the Lectric XP 3.0 and want the ability to carry a second rider, you should consider the $99 Passenger bundle, which includes the extra passenger seat, passenger handlebar, and foot pegs. The seat is a thick padded cushion that secures to the rear rack with a couple of clips and my test passengers said it was very comfortable. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fyou-need-two-locks-for-your-e-bike-heres-why-and-which-ones-to-buy\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWhy you need two locks for your e-bike\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA T-bar handlebar secures to the seat post so the passenger can grab onto it while riding. It also helps that there's a rubber casing on the handle for a better grip. And lastly, pegs stick out about three inches from the back wheel, providing a nice platform for the passenger to rest their feet while on the back of the bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EPerformance\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe XP 3.0 has the same 20-inch diameter tires, but they are three inches wide and much thicker than the standard size. As for the mechanical disc brakes, they provide for quick and steady braking, even when my passenger and I exceeded the 330 pound-rated capacity. And for power, the 500W motor, with a peak of 1000W, got me up and going in no time with fairly steady speed -- even with the full capacity. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a2f235ba-d5f3-48d2-b05c-58b0afb8c97c\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EWith the Passenger Bundle, the Lectric XP 3.0 can seat two riders at once.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Riding on the Lectric XP 3.0\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-3-1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F05\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere is a passenger mode that you can select by navigating through the main display menu. With passenger mode, the e-bike limits its speed to 10 mph, which may help your passenger feel less afraid of your riding ability and offers a bit of safety in the case that you throttle a little too far. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\"\u003EThe best electric bikes: Top e-bikes for commuting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStill, the 7-speed Shimano drivetrain will help you get up hills with the passenger. Having a throttle and seven-speed transmission is great as it allows you to enjoy the bike at a level of exercise that you are comfortable with. Given that I live on the top of a hill, having that drivetrain made it possible for me to get all the way from the bottom to the top without having to walk up the bike. There are very few e-bikes that are as capable as this.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"56caa295-fd41-49ed-85fd-2f353d1654e9\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe large center display is bright enough to read outdoors.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Lectric XP 3.0 display\" data-image-filename=\"lectric-xp-3-8.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F05\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Lectric XP 3.0 also has suspension on the front forks for added riding comfort, so you and your passenger can enjoy riding on trails, too. The bike can be folded up for better storage in a garage or even your car's trunk when you're driving out to a trail. But at 64 pounds, I wouldn't overestimate the portability too much.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe $999 \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"b21cf084-f0da-4ee6-a738-423d79d0c0d6\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Flectricebikes.com\u002Fcollections\u002Fxp-3-0-series\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Lectric XP 3.0\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is outfitted with front and rear lights, metal fenders, integrated rear rack, and tires built for roads and trails. The passenger package is the distinguishing feature and allows for fun joyrides with your loved ones. I look forward to more rides on gravel trails with my daughter as we go fishing and hiking. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you want a bike to get around town with a friend, shop at local stores, or get to work, then the Lectric XP 3.0 is a good option. The fat tires with solid tread also make it a good choice for campers and gravel trail riders.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Alternatives to consider \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you want an e-bike that lets you carry passengers with you as you ride, there aren't many options available. 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Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"4dd4e6a5-4407-4e48-9dd5-dd6285773818\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Cyrusher Ranger\" data-rating=\"5\" data-like=\"~Front fork and rear frame suspension ~9-speed transmission and 5-level pedal assist ~Powerful 750-watt Bafang motor ~Big, bright LCD display ~330 pound capacity ~Hydraulic disc brakes\" data-dislike=\"~74 pound weight ~No fenders ~No rear light\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"12\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-12-02T22:23:02.547Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"12\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-12-02T22:23:02.547Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"6567f48c-b823-4cc6-9153-c3889445efd9","filename":"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-3.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F28\u002F6567f48c-b823-4cc6-9153-c3889445efd9\u002Fcyrusher-ranger-ebike-3.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-28 15:32:21","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"6567f48c-b823-4cc6-9153-c3889445efd9","imageFilename":"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-3.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F28"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Cyrusher","offerPrice":"2799","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cyrusher.com\u002Fproducts\u002Franger-ebike","url":""},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"eBay","offerPrice":"2799","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ebay.com\u002Fitm\u002F115657910075","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy daily commute includes a portion of e-bike riding to and from the commuter rail station so most of my e-bike testing has focused on street riding. I enjoy exploring the outdoors too so I was excited when I was approached about testing out the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"a9abc090-5f76-48d8-9550-8d6249856e7b\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ebay.com\u002Fitm\u002F115657910075?hash=item1aedbfa73b:g:xY0AAOSwAWxjpUrN\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Cyrusher Ranger\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E all-terrain fat tire electric bike. My test period included the month of December so I've spent time riding the bike in light snow and the pouring rain on streets and trails through the woods. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"right\" data-quote=\"I've had a few bikes that I have tested bring big smiles to my face and the Cyrusher Ranger had me catching bugs in my teeth.  \"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Cyrusher Ranger is available now for $2,799 in green, white, and black. I tested the green model with metallic green paint with black highlights. The bike looks fantastic and is sure to get attention out on the trails. It's a bike that the Hulk or Green Goblin might be found riding with a requirement for some arm strength to lift it or recover from an off-trail spill. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite its weight and size, the bike rides like a dream with front shocks and a rear frame shock that is combined with fat tires to propel you forward with amazing stability and control. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"ZDNET","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@zdnetvideo","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FTBM2MgimFLY?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Cyrusher Ranger e-bike review: Big, powerful, and a joy to ride\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FTBM2MgimFLY\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Cyrusher Ranger e-bike review: Big, powerful, and a joy to ride","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FTBM2MgimFLY\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Frame","6061 aluminum alloy"],["Motor size","750 watt Bafang rear hub"],["Pedal Assist","Five levels"],["Range","56 miles"],["Top speed","Class 3, 28+ mph"],["Battery capacity","52 Volt, Samsung lithium"],["Display","3.7-inch color LCD"],["Lights","250 lumen front LED"],["Payload capacity","330 pounds"],["Seat","Breathable ergonomic sport cushion"],["Brakes","Logan hydraulic 180mm disc brakes"],["Drivetrain","9-speed Shimano"],["Tires","Kenda 26 inch x 4 inch puncture resistant"],["Bike weight","74 pounds with battery"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Assembly and prep to ride \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Cyrusher (pronounced \"sigh rusher\") Ranger is a large and heavy bike, so be careful unboxing; the entire box and its contents weigh close to 100 pounds. Inside the cardboard we find stiff black foam material with the front wheel\u002Ftire in one cut out area and the accessory box in another. Separate the two halves of the foam to reveal the rest of the bike frame and rear wheel\u002Ftire assembly. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"23f3ddb5-8ac4-4ce7-ada7-8f03656516f7\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe battery is inserted under the main frame with the rear shock under the seat post\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-8-custom\" data-image-filename=\"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-8-custom.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F28\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESetup of the bike requires about 30-45 minutes with all of the necessary hardware and tools included in the box. Cyrusher also offers a helpful installation video to guide users. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EInstall the handlebars, attach the front wheel, install the pedals, secure the front light, and snap in the battery. Very detailed and accurate instructions are provided by Cyrusher, including diagrams of spacers, nuts, and washers so don't worry if you don't have a lot of experience assembling bikes. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe battery installation went as detailed in the manual, with one exception. I am unable to remove the key from the lock after installing the battery so for my testing I rode the bike with the key in place. The key works to help remove the battery for charging the battery off of the bike or storing the bike when you are not actively riding it. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fheybike-cityrun-review\u002F\"\u003EHeybike Cityrun review: The perfect e-bike for commuting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EControls for the bike and display are found on the left side of the handlebars. The horn and light buttons have white symbols for their respective functions while pedal assist is controlled with the large plus and minus buttons. The power button is located on the bottom, below the minus button so you do not accidentally hit it while riding. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"46730db0-185a-4f5e-9f61-858c88be392c\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe buttons are easy to press and the big display is bright\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-15-custom\" data-image-filename=\"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-15-custom.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F28\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe 3.7-inch display is one of the largest I have seen on an e-bike, but it is conveniently oriented in landscape so it does not rise too far about the handlebars. The display shows battery charge level, odometer, speedometer, pedal assist level, and front light status. If there are ever errors on the bike, these codes will also appear on the display. Fifteen error codes are listed in the manual, but in my few weeks of testing I have yet to see an error code appear. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECyrusher states that it takes 5-7 hours to fully charge up a battery. The battery may provide a riding experience of up to 56 miles, depending on your assist level and speed. I've been seeing solid battery life on the roads and trails. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c47c3649-deb7-4786-92d3-bc1bd2337934\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe 9-speed Shimano transmission on the right side\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-11-custom\" data-image-filename=\"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-11-custom.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F28\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Performance \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cyrusher.com\u002Fproducts\u002Franger-ebike\"\u003ECyrusher Ranger\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is the largest e-bike I have tested so far and with that size also comes serious power in the form of a 750W Bafang rear hub motor and large capacity battery. The 4-inch fat tires provide a comfortable and safe ride on the roads and trails, but be careful to also manage that power a bit. I had pedal assist at level five and on a wet narrow trail I rode over a tree root and the back tire slid out from under me with the bike landing on my left leg. I should have been taking things a bit slower on such a treacherous trail in the wet conditions and quickly learned my lesson. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Flectric-xp-3-0-e-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELectric XP 3.0: This e-bike is built for two\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike is so big and heavy that it may be a bit intimidating at first. I am not a small guy so I actually loved having the size and power to support my 240 pounds. The Ranger has a capacity for 330 pounds so it can handle larger riders, too. My daughter is about 100 pounds lighter than me and she also loved riding the bike, which surprised me since I thought she would find it too big and powerful. She told me she felt very secure riding it loved how fast it was able to go on the roads. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"e9b4402c-a4ce-45a0-bb3f-6ec51650ba7a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe gear shifter and throttle is found on the right side\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-16-custom\" data-image-filename=\"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-16-custom.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F28\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERiding the bike for long periods of time is possible thanks to the dual shock suspension system and the breathable ergonomic sport cushion seat. The seat has an opening in the center that helps with comfort while the padding is excellent too. The seat is also not too wide so it is perfectly designed to support extensive periods of pedaling.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fcharge-comfort-2-electric-bike-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe Charge Comfort 2 e-bike is a smooth ride that fits in tight spaces\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"dd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fdd373d20-5b44-4d6c-8a4c-1aaece9e3e18\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe front suspension is adjustable to fit your preferred riding experience while the rear air suspension found below the seat post helps with comfort on the back side. The Shimano 9-gear system lets you tackle any hill with ease. I did notice an occasional slippage of the gears as the derailleur didn't seem to move through fully to the next gear line.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe twist throttle is found on the right handlebar where about a third of the inner part of the grip serves as the throttle with the thumb activated gear shifter below it and the brake handle above it. The Logan hydraulic disc brakes performed very well and even at fast speeds I was able to stop quickly and under control. Cyrusher states that motor cutoff has been added to the braking for additional safety.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe throttle works in conjunction with the pedal assist level so at level one your throttle speed will be around 7-8 mph while a level five setting will get you to the maximum throttle of 20 mph. You can achieve much faster speeds, up to 28 mph by pedaling at the right gear and it is clear the Ranger can be made to fly. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"c6c5980d-b561-463c-84c8-729564cd1285\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Cyrusher Ranger\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-5-custom","caption":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Cyrusher Ranger is great for taking on these conditions\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"d351c621-3d68-4837-9a09-964d64365f2e","filename":"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-5-custom.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F28\u002Fd351c621-3d68-4837-9a09-964d64365f2e\u002Fcyrusher-ranger-ebike-5-custom.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-28 16:07:23","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"d351c621-3d68-4837-9a09-964d64365f2e","imageFilename":"cyrusher-ranger-ebike-5-custom.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F28"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Cyrusher Ranger is great for taking on these conditions\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ebay.com\u002Fitm\u002F115657910075\" data-offerprice=\"2799\" data-offermerchant=\"eBay\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis year I plan to load up my truck with e-bikes and head out into the mountains for more gravel and trail riding. The Cyrusher Ranger is clearly built to tackle those conditions and riding on my local trails was a sheer joy. I've had a few bikes that I have tested \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-800-lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-is-a-sheer-joy-to-ride\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebring big smiles to my face\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and the Cyrusher Ranger had me catching bugs in my teeth. The bike flies at up to 28 mph with those sweet fat tires singing on pavement and carrying me across rough terrain. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe bike's size, weight, and handlebar position made it almost feel like I was riding a motorcycle, which was a great feeling for someone that hasn't ridden a motorcycle for decades. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECyrusher created a beautiful, powerful bike that is built for tackling any terrain with power to spare. I would like to see ergonomic grips, fenders, and a rear light so I could use this for commuting, but some of that can be added and the focus on this bike is on the off-road experience. For rough and tumble terrain, the Cyrusher Ranger excels and offers an experience that will thrill you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Alternatives to consider \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Cyrusher Ranger is a blast to ride on the roads and trails, but if you are looking for something with other features or price points, then you may want to consider these options: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"4bcecb4e-41fe-42e6-93f6-0db20e61c273\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Velotric Nomad 1\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"velotric-discover-ebike-1","caption":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Mango color option looks great and rides well\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Matthew 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Matthew can be found on various social networks under the user name of \"palmsolo.\"",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"6bd47f75-5919-4a04-add0-f8f88572b872\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Hovsco HovRanger\" data-rating=\"4\" data-like=\"~Beautiful design and Indigo color ~Class 3 option via smartphone app ~Comfortable ergonomic seat ~Hydraulic brakes ~Bright emergency light on battery\" data-dislike=\"~No fenders ~Limited app functionality ~Battery operated tail light\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"12\" data-editorsyear=\"2022\" data-editorsdate=\""2022-12-01T19:30:44.458Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"12\" data-innovationyear=\"2022\" data-innovationdate=\""2022-12-01T19:30:44.458Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"51646f8a-567a-4f9d-a7a8-d1c65328bc04","filename":"hovsco-hovranger-10.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F28\u002F51646f8a-567a-4f9d-a7a8-d1c65328bc04\u002Fhovsco-hovranger-10.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-28 17:52:57","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"51646f8a-567a-4f9d-a7a8-d1c65328bc04","imageFilename":"hovsco-hovranger-10.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F28"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Hovsco","offerPrice":"1799","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hovsco.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fhovsco-hovranger-mountain-electric-bike","url":""}]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThree years ago I tested and then purchased the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fjuiced-bikes-crosscurrent-x-electric-bike-review-the-complete-commuter-experience\u002F\"\u003EJuiced Bikes CrossCurrent X\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for its Class 3 classification, a standard that allows me to achieve speeds over 25 mph so that I could ride along with traffic in places without dedicated bike lanes. Since then, I have been using it as my daily commuter, traveling around town, to work, and around the neighborhood.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the past month, I decided to switch things up, commuting with another e-bike, the Hovsco HovRanger, that's just as capable, even sleeker than the CrossCurrent X, and is roughly $500 less. Here are my thoughts after testing it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"ZDNET","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@zdnetvideo","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002F2K7XvG9jka0?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"HOVSCO HovRanger electric bike review: Class 3 options propels you on your commute\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002F2K7XvG9jka0\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"HOVSCO HovRanger electric bike review: Class 3 options propels you on your commute","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002F2K7XvG9jka0\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"chart\" data-type=\"GeekboxChart\" data-chart=\"{"chart":[["Motor size","500 watt Sutto rear hub"],["Range","60 miles assist, 40 miles throttle only"],["Top speed","Class 2, unlockable to Class 3 (28 mph)"],["Battery capacity","48 Volt, 720Wh Samsung\u002FLG lithium"],["Lights","Integrated front LED, battery operated rear tail light"],["Payload capacity","300 pounds"],["Brakes","Hydraulic 180mm disc brakes"],["Drivetrain","7-speed Shimano"],["Tires","27.5 x 2.25 inches"],["Bike weight","55.8 pounds with battery"]],"chartName":"Specifications","headingRows":""}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAssembling the e-bike\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn typical e-bike fashion, assembly took about 30 minutes and included installing the kickstand, mounting the handlebars, positioning the front wheel, and attaching the pedals. I've assembled a few too many e-bikes over the years that made this procedure easier than normal. But for new riders, Hovsco does include detailed and clear instructions for assembly, as well as graphics to help you better visualize the construction.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"51646f8a-567a-4f9d-a7a8-d1c65328bc04\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA lovely bike that is built to take on the roads and trails\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Matthew Miller pushing the Hovsco HovRanger along a trail.\" data-image-filename=\"hovsco-hovranger-10.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F28\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne thing you will notice on the battery pack is that Hovsco added a large and bright three-level LED flashlight on the bottom of it which can come in handy if your bike breaks down and\u002For you need a light while riding. It's an interesting feature, and since it doesn't add any significant heft to the bike, I'd say it's the most underrated tool on the vehicle.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EReview: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fjuiced-bikes-crosscurrent-x-electric-bike-review-the-complete-commuter-experience\u002F\"\u003EJuiced Bikes CrossCurrent X: The complete commuter experience\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EControls for the bike are found on the left side of the handlebars: Four large buttons provide the basic functionality of the bike, with a thumb throttle on the left side as well. The 7-speed Shimano gear shifter is located on the right side of the handlebars. I particularly like the rubber grips on the handles, which are just soft enough to press on without building too much pressure in the palms.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b121c8e7-aa6a-415a-b10c-9f174c250947\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe control center for the bike.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"An image of the e-bike's handlebars with buttons and a display attached.\" data-image-filename=\"hovsco-hovranger-22.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F28\" data-image-crop=\"1548x869+0+30\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EPerformance\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHovsco includes an adjustable suspension system on the front forks that helps provide a comfortable ride on most of the roads and trails I tested on. There is no rear or seat post suspension, however, so the bike is not the most optimized for off-road travel. Still, the bike felt very nimble and responsive while riding, so I never felt unsafe or apprehensive while rocking along at more than 26 mph. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGiven that I often ride my bike in the rain, I was pleasantly surprised by the knobbiness of the tires which handle wet grounds very well. Just watch out for puddles, because the lack of fenders means wet pants is inevitable if you ride too aggressively.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"44175d89-e6d6-4968-acf4-3d0ff48f4884\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe suspension system is adjustable for different roads and conditions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"An image of the HovRanger's front wheel and suspension system.\" data-image-filename=\"hovsco-hovranger-25.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F28\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile the e-bike is similar in weight to my CrossCurrentX, it felt lighter due to the distribution of parts throughout the frame. Compared to recent bikes I have tested, the 56 pounds were easier to haul up and down the stairs of the train station.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBest electric bikes for committing and off-roading\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEven though the HovRanger doesn't have a 750W motor, the 500W rear hub is just as capable, easily achieving 26 mph by pedaling the bike with assist turned on. Hovsco rates the e-bike's battery assist as up to 60 miles, but from my testing, I was only able to achieve a range of about 50 miles. That was enough to propel me through my week's commute, but I wouldn't go as far as to say that the HovRanger is an endurance champion.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA smartphone application is available for iOS and Android devices, designed to help you control the Class levels of the e-bike, as well as track your trips and mileage and provide digital manuals. While I managed to use the app to unlock the bike and switch it to Class 3 mode -- it's Class 2 by default, I didn't have as much luck using the tracking features. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"15127cb6-e90d-44a7-8733-abee9b474fb9\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt's perfectly sized for the train ride to work\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The HOVSCO Ranger set aside on a commuter train.\" data-image-filename=\"hovsco-hovranger-5.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F12\u002F28\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn most cases, I was able to initiate trips through the Bluetooth connection, but then the app would stop tracking whenever my phone display turned off. Even for shorter distances, I was unable to get the app to track and record any of my trips, so I only used the app for switching e-bike classifications. I'll have to test the app further and see if there are any improvements to the software.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"0419bfc1-d96c-4b85-84f9-c556c1b5fc9e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Buy the HOVSCO HovRanger\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"HovRanger in blue.","caption":"\u003Cp\u003EReady to take on the wooded trails\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"fca921d8-b351-438e-b199-f4c308f9c998","filename":"hovsco-hovranger-11.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F28\u002Ffca921d8-b351-438e-b199-f4c308f9c998\u002Fhovsco-hovranger-11.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-12-28 17:49:01","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"fca921d8-b351-438e-b199-f4c308f9c998","imageFilename":"hovsco-hovranger-11.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F12\u002F28"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003EReady to take on the wooded trails\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hovsco.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fhovsco-hovranger-mountain-electric-bike\" data-offerprice=\"1799\" data-offermerchant=\"HOVSCO\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"f95ab748-b6df-4a13-9893-588fd27dbe9e\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hovsco.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fhovsco-hovranger-mountain-electric-bike\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Hovsco HovRanger\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E has been fantastic to commute with, but I would like the e-bike even more if it came with the fenders and racks that HOVSCO bundles separately for an additional $300. Still, the Hovsco HovRanger is a reasonably-priced e-bike that is built well with seamless aluminum welds and a rock-solid assembly. For those who want a commuter e-bike that works both on and off dedicated bike lanes, I'd highly recommend the HovRanger for its flexibility and build quality.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Alternatives to consider \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Hovsco HovRanger is a nimble and powerful e-bike, but if you are looking for something with more features, then you may want to consider these options: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"e93bc34b-51a6-4cae-8374-fb4d5215bb20\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"JuicedBikes RipCurrent S\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"JuicedBikes RipCurrent S","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"JuicedBikes","imageData":{"id":"eed9836f-646d-4935-841f-b74b0dec598e","filename":"ezgif-com-gif-maker.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F19\u002Feed9836f-646d-4935-841f-b74b0dec598e\u002Fezgif-com-gif-maker.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-01-19 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His expressed views do not necessarily represent those of his employer, The Linux Foundation.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"11fbd48b-b9dd-491f-8ae4-510727e457d7\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\"Emporia Energy Emporia EV Charger\" data-rating=\"4.5\" data-like=\"~Great aesthetics and build quality ~Detailed energy telemetry down to the second ~Integration with VUE unit for whole-home energy monitoring ~Excellent app\" data-dislike=\"~No option for a white cable with a white unit ~ No integration with third-party DC charging services\" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"01\" data-editorsyear=\"2023\" data-editorsdate=\""2023-01-02T16:44:22.716Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"01\" data-innovationyear=\"2023\" data-innovationdate=\""2023-01-02T16:44:22.716Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"20b1379b-8e28-47df-b696-3db9742dc406","filename":"img-9848.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F30\u002F20b1379b-8e28-47df-b696-3db9742dc406\u002Fimg-9848.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-01-30 19:51:29","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"20b1379b-8e28-47df-b696-3db9742dc406","imageFilename":"img-9848.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F01\u002F30"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":false,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Emporia Energy","offerPrice":"399","monetizationStatus":"off","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fshop.emporiaenergy.com\u002Fcollections\u002Fsaveonenergy\u002Fproducts\u002Fsaveonenergy-ev-charger-energy-star-ul-level-2-48-amp-24-cable","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fshop.emporiaenergy.com\u002Fcollections\u002Fsaveonenergy\u002Fproducts\u002Fsaveonenergy-ev-charger-energy-star-ul-level-2-48-amp-24-cable"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEmporia-Electric-Vehicle-Charger-Hardwired\u002Fdp\u002FB09BP1GM76?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"399","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEmporia-Electric-Vehicle-Charger-Hardwired\u002Fdp\u002FB09BP1GM76?th=1","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEmporia-Electric-Vehicle-Charger-Hardwired\u002Fdp\u002FB09BP1GM76?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOver the last year, I've purchased two EV cars: a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fa-weekend-with-the-polestar-2\u002F\"\u003EPolestar 2\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-loved-driving-hyundai-ioniq-5-and-kia-ev6-but-theres-only-one-reason-i-cant-buy-one\u002F\"\u003EKia EV6\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. I've also had the opportunity to look at several different Level 2 fast AC EV chargers -- in particular, the ones of the \"smart\" variety, which are Wi-Fi- and app-connected and can give you an accounting of your energy use (in kilowatt-hours and dollar equivalents) and can also be used for intelligent scheduling with your energy provider for off-peak charging.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pullquote\" data-alignment=\"right\" data-quote=\"Emporia Energy's smart EV charger is worth considering if you want an efficient way of managing your home energy system and monitoring your vehicle's energy consumption.  \"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EExcept for Tesla's home charger, I've tested all the leading contenders for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-home-ev-charger\u002F\"\u003Ebest home EV charger\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in the smart category -- ChargePoint, Electrify America, Grizzle-E Smart, and Emporia Energy. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile I like them for different reasons, the Emporia Energy unit is my favorite. Why? Price, the level of detail of energy consumption telemetry and app quality, and the potential for whole-home energy monitoring.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-home-ev-charger\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best home EV chargers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Emporia Energy","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@EmporiaEnergy","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FZ4F2KJdYqDs?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Emporia Level 2, 48 Amp Smart Home EV Charger\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FZ4F2KJdYqDs\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Emporia Level 2, 48 Amp Smart Home EV Charger","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FZ4F2KJdYqDs\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAesthetics and build quality\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBecause it's priced around $100 to $200 below its main competitors, you might expect the Emporia EV Charger to sacrifice industrial design and build quality and be limited in features, but that's not the case.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tried-to-charge-my-tesla-with-ankers-powerhouse-767-heres-what-happened\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EI tried to charge my Tesla with an Anker PowerHouse 767\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI found the build quality to be excellent. And the Emporia has a clean, flat, and streamlined design (in a choice of white or black) that fades into the colors of most garages and home exteriors. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'd like an option for a white-colored cord instead of a black one in a future model, but that's nitpicky. I have my unit mounted outside my garage, and when the cord is coiled up, you can't tell it's there.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ETechnicals and installation\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe rounded-corner rectangular device is encased in weather-resistant plastic. It has four LEDs on the front with indicators for system power (green), Wi-Fi connection (multicolor), charge (multicolor), and fault (orange). It comes with a heavy 24-foot charge cord and a heavy plastic-encased SAE J1772 connector handle for the EV -- if you have a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-tesla\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETesla\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, you'll need a J1772 adapter, sold by Tesla and third parties.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"80c2f8e7-4013-4729-b18d-17cc5a300960\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"right\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Emporia home screen in graph view.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"graph of charging data\" data-image-filename=\"1db46138-5d22-4cfd-b94e-06f7b2929672-1-105-c.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F01\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"602\" data-image-height=\"1306\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe unit comes with a mounting bracket and uses eight drywall anchors to secure it in position (\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fuploads-ssl.webflow.com\u002F5fff2b7694451e66ba2f5a3d\u002F6392571db7cebd0e19745640_EV%20Charger%20Installation%20and%20Usage%20Guide%20V1.25.pdf\"\u003Esee the installation and usage guide\u003C\u002Fa\u003E) (PDF). You'll need a different drill bit and anchors if drilling into solid concrete. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBefore installing the Emporia, or any EV charger, for that matter, you will need a 240V 14-50 NEMA outlet (you can also use a 6-50 NEMA outlet, as I do, and use an adapter cable) and a breaker to accommodate your residence's maximum charge speed. In my case, I could accommodate a 50A breaker, which yields a maximum charge power of 39A\u002F40A because the NEMA standard only allows for 80 percent utilization of the circuit. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Emporia device has a maximum charge power of 48A but requires a dedicated circuit (without a NEMA receptacle) and a 60A or higher breaker to do this; any product advertising 48A\u002F50A output needs a dedicated circuit, such as the popular ChargePoint device. You'll want to consult an electrician to determine if your residence can even accommodate 60A or higher service.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe unit can also be stepped down to 15\u002F20\u002F25\u002F40\u002F45A breakers during the initial configuration, which will also lower your charge power. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-nasa-space-tech-could-make-your-ev-charge-faster-too\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis NASA space tech could make your EV charge faster, too\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKeep in mind that if you're charging overnight, you won't see a huge difference between 32A, 40A, and 48A power output, especially if you are doing a partial charge\u002Ftop-off as opposed to charging from, say, 10 or 20 percent battery. In the latter case you may need to start a few hours earlier; whether it takes 4 hours or 6 hours to charge to full won't matter to most households.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter mounting and connecting to power, the installation is a breeze. You download the Emporia Energy app (iOS and Android), pick \"Add a Device,\" then connect to the unit via Bluetooth and set it for your Wi-Fi network.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe unit supports 2.4GHz networks only, which seems on par for a smart EV charger. We had no problems connecting to our home Wi-Fi even though our neighborhood is congested with 2.4GHz SSIDs.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe Emporia app\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEmporia Energy's unit differs from the other intelligent EV chargers because its product is a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=vVTpI2b1YpA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewhole-home energy hub\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. While you can buy the charger just for charging your EV for $399, the company also sells it \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop.emporiaenergy.com\u002Fcollections\u002Femporia-vue-bundles\u002Fproducts\u002Fev-charger-16-sensor-vue-4-plug-bundle\"\u003Eas an integrated bundle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with 16 circuit sensors, its Emporia Vue energy monitor, which \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fuploads-ssl.webflow.com\u002F5fff2b7694451e66ba2f5a3d\u002F628fdc1da2b2197b6ca9b8e8_Gen%202%20Emporia%20Vue%20Installation%20Guide.pdf\"\u003Eintegrates with your circuit panel\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (PDF), and four smart plugs, for $564. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI did not have the opportunity to test the Vue or the smart plugs, but the idea of having a whole-home energy management and monitoring solution is very attractive. The Vue can also adjust your EV charger to automatically charge your car to consume excess energy produced by your solar power system -- I don't have a solar power system, but I'd certainly look into this solution if I did.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fhow-schneider-electric-plans-to-help-you-take-control-of-your-energy-bills\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow Schneider Electric plans to help you take control of your energy bills\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Emporia app also integrates with Ecobee, Emerson Sensi, Honeywell Total Connect smart thermostats (sorry, no Nest or Amazon), Emporia Energy's Bluetooth-connected home backup batteries, and EVs that have \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsmartcar.com\u002F\"\u003ESmartCar\u003C\u002Fa\u003E data API network connectivity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI didn't have the opportunity to test the SmartCar feature, but it seems interesting because it will know remotely if your vehicle is charging anywhere, not just from an Emporia device.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe app's home screen shows you which devices you have integrated for monitoring (Charger, SmartCar-connected EVs, Thermostats, Smart Plugs, Batteries, and Circuits), and there is a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=QvsPIIpM4Wk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emain graph view that shows your energy use down to the second\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, if necessary. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo, for example, you can view the live throughput of the charger as it ramps from only a few amps up to the full 48A, if your circuit supports it, and as it reduces charging speed toward the end of the charge cycle. The graph view will also show you views of energy consumption by the minute, hour, day, week, month, and year, measured in kilowatt-hours, amps, equivalent gallons of gasoline, car miles, CO2 offset, and even trees. If you've set your energy provider -- in my case, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fpl.com\u002F\"\u003EFPL\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- it can also show you how much energy you consumed in dollars, on a per-charge basis, in the daily logs and the graph views.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe device also can set charging schedules dependent on whether you're enrolled in a \"time of use\" type of billing or if your utility provider bills on a peak or off-peak cycle, so you can optimize when to charge your vehicle. In my case, due to my energy usage, FPL doesn't recommend a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fpl.com\u002Frates\u002Ftime-of-use.html\"\u003ETime-of-Use plan\u003C\u002Fa\u003E or care if I use energy peak or off-peak, so I don't have scheduling turned on in the app. However, if I lived elsewhere where this energy use impacted my billing, I'd enable it and investigate these programs. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs Emporia Energy doesn't own a charging network, you won't get consolidated billing reports as you would from Tesla, ChargePoint, or Electrify America's apps when used with their home chargers -- that's probably the only negative I see about this device. Still, I'm not someone who heavily uses those networks, as most of my charging occurs at home.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ad127c41-9ffd-4f15-a927-ae3150b33a41\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Emporia Energy Emporia EV charger\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"98c0890f-8737-4c8f-8300-6070f1ffec84","filename":"63b474484d881128698dabf5-black-and-white-evse.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F26\u002F98c0890f-8737-4c8f-8300-6070f1ffec84\u002F63b474484d881128698dabf5-black-and-white-evse.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-01-26 21:24:33","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"98c0890f-8737-4c8f-8300-6070f1ffec84","imageFilename":"63b474484d881128698dabf5-black-and-white-evse.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F01\u002F26"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEmporia-Electric-Vehicle-Charger-Hardwired\u002Fdp\u002FB09BP1GM76?th=1\" data-offerprice=\"399\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEmporia-Electric-Vehicle-Charger-Hardwired\u002Fdp\u002FB09BP1GM76?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EBottom line \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Emporia EV Charger is a powerful and promising device that can help you manage your vehicle's energy consumption with whole-home monitoring if you buy it as an integrated solution with Emporia Energy's Vue unit and accompanying sensors, which is useful for solar users looking to charge their vehicles with surplus energy. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, even if you don't buy the smart EV charger as an integrated solution, the unit has other features, such as scheduling options to optimize charging times according to peak or off-peak cycles, thus helping you save on electricity bills. With all these features packed into one single device, Emporia's smart EV charger is worth considering if you want an efficient way of managing your home energy system and monitoring your vehicle's energy consumption.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAlternatives to consider\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ae5c4114-eaa6-4591-aaca-5ed60e3a9905\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"ChargePoint Home Flex EV Charger\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"fe4f8250-41b8-4840-b7fe-9e925a423af9","filename":"chargerpoint-home-ev-charger.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F16\u002Ffe4f8250-41b8-4840-b7fe-9e925a423af9\u002Fchargerpoint-home-ev-charger.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-16 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data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FChargePoint-Home-Electric-Vehicle-Charger\u002Fdp\u002FB07WXZDHGV\u002Fref=sr_1_5?crid=2YD0USCS74AWA&keywords=chargepoint&qid=1675180811&sprefix=chargepoint%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-5&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.4dd97f68-284f-40f5-a6f1-1e5b3de13370&th=1\" data-offerprice=\"749\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FChargePoint-Home-Electric-Vehicle-Charger\u002Fdp\u002FB07WXZDHGV\u002Fref=sr_1_5?crid=2YD0USCS74AWA&keywords=chargepoint&qid=1675180811&sprefix=chargepoint,aps,92&sr=8-5&ufe=app_do:amzn1.fos.4dd97f68-284f-40f5-a6f1-1e5b3de13370&th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"0c68047d-0cf5-431d-ae3b-7f51ea055a7f","name":"ChargePoint Home Flex Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger upto 50 Amp, 240V, Level 2 WiFi Enabled EVSE, UL Listed, Energy Star, NEMA 6-50 Plug or Hardwired, Indoor\u002FOutdoor, 23-Foot 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data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Grizzle-E, made in Canada and from stainless steel, is a \"tough\" and weather-hardened EV charger that comes in \"dumb\" and also app-connected smart versions. This would be my choice if you live in an environment with extreme cold or heat and need to have the box mounted outdoors.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-01-31 17:53:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"If you're in the market for a smart EV charger with broad integration and detailed energy monitoring, look no further than the Emporia EV Charger.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"42317062-f285-483f-af7d-d82ecaff516f",image:{id:"20b1379b-8e28-47df-b696-3db9742dc406",filename:"img-9848.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-01-30 19:51:29",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"63b474484d881128698dabf5-black-and-white-evse",credits:"Image: Emporia",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EEmporia's intelligent EV charger, available in White and Black\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F30\u002F20b1379b-8e28-47df-b696-3db9742dc406\u002Fimg-9848.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2457,height:1888,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"review-single",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation^Electric Vehicles",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"emporia-energy-smart-ev-charger-review",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Emporia Energy smart EV charger review: More power telemetry for a lower price",topic:{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric 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15:08:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0\u002Fjason-perlow.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Jason Perlow is a technologist with over two decades of experience integrating large heterogeneous multi-vendor computing environments in Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"June Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses ZDNET\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00243.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F15\" data-image-width=\"4240\" data-image-height=\"2384\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe year 2024 delivered all the drama technology fans could want: AI dominance, chip wars, smart devices that were \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tried-replacing-twitter-with-bluesky-threads-and-mastodon-heres-what-i-found\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eanything but, and a social media implosion\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that's already a case study in corporate mismanagement. From monumental wins to jaw-dropping failures, here's the definitive breakdown of the year's tech highs and lows.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fbest-black-friday-deals-2024\u002F\"\u003EThe best Black Friday deals live now\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ELosers\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1. X (formerly Twitter): A masterclass in self-destruction\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElon Musk spent 2024 doubling down on the chaos that turned X into a punchline. Advertisers fled after baffling policy shifts, verified checkmarks became meaningless, and users \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbluesky-hits-20-million-users-and-counting-watch-it-keep-growing-here\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eabandoned ship\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for Bluesky and Mastodon in droves. Engagement plummeted, and what was once a cultural institution became a meme of its former self. Musk might still call it \"the town square,\" but in 2024, X was more like the local landfill.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tried-replacing-twitter-with-bluesky-threads-and-mastodon-heres-what-i-found\u002F\"\u003EI tried replacing Twitter with Bluesky, Threads, and Mastodon: Here's what I found\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2. Amazon: Innovation takes a coffee break\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmazon's five-day return-to-office mandate alienated employees, sparked accusations of \"quiet firing,\" and triggered a mass exodus of talent. Workers who couldn't -- or wouldn't -- move closer to offices were forced out, and with them went years of expertise and innovation. This was the HR equivalent of smashing a robot with a sledgehammer for a company obsessed with efficiency. Quiet quitting? More like loud mismanagement.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fwork-life\u002F82-of-leaders-plan-to-increase-flexible-work-options-in-the-next-two-years\u002F\"\u003E82% of leaders plan to increase flexible work options in the next two years\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"abb76d32-c6c3-4d6e-bd2d-a0d0c27162ca\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"UCG\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"cybertruck-gettyimages-2151765552\" data-image-filename=\"cybertruck-gettyimages-2151765552.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"768\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Cybertruck: Trapezoids of doom\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesla's Cybertruck finally hit the road in 2024 -- and immediately rolled into a ditch. Recalls for defective inverters, cameras that didn't work, and windshield wipers that couldn't handle drizzle made the truck a laughingstock. Its resale value tanked, and its polarizing design still looked like a failed geometry assignment. Sure, it turns heads, but only because people can't believe it exists.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E4. Apple Vision Pro: $3,500 worth of \u003Cem\u003E'why?\u003C\u002Fem\u003E'\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-vision-pro-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EApple's Vision Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E wowed in demos and dazzled on paper, but in practice, it was a solution in search of a problem. At \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e58e39e8-7ae9-41b1-ba89-da80c8f871ed\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-vision\u002Fapple-vision-pro?afid=p239%7C159047&cid=aos-us-aff-ir-159047\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"$3,500\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, it was more curiosity than game-changer, with no killer app to justify the cost. Apple fans drooled, but most consumers shrugged. A technological marvel? Yes. A must-have device? Not even close.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-to-counter-new-meta-products-with-its-own-cheaper-headset\u002F\"\u003EApple to counter new Meta products with its own cheaper headset\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E5. Intel: Relic of a bygone era\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn 2024, Intel continued to drift further into irrelevance. Its \"AI PCs\" \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-fall-of-intel-how-gen-ai-helped-dethrone-a-giant-and-transform-computing-as-we-know-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebarely moved the needle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and the 13th and 14th Gen Core processors -- repackaged versions of last year's chips -- left consumers unimpressed. Meanwhile, Arm-based chips like Apple's M4 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite set new benchmarks for performance and efficiency. Intel used to lead the charge; now it's trailing behind, yelling at the clouds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-fall-of-intel-how-gen-ai-helped-dethrone-a-giant-and-transform-computing-as-we-know-it\u002F\"\u003EThe fall of Intel: How gen AI helped dethrone a giant and transform computing as we know it\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E6. CrowdStrike: Trust misplaced\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECrowdStrike had one job: keep systems secure. Instead, it botched a software update that caused a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-caused-the-great-crowdstrike-windows-meltdown-of-2024-history-has-the-answer\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eglobal IT outage\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, affecting millions of Windows devices and denting its reputation. For a company built on trust, this colossal failure had customers second-guessing their investments. Cybersecurity giant? More like cybersecurity headache.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-caused-the-great-crowdstrike-windows-meltdown-of-2024-history-has-the-answer\u002F\"\u003EWhat caused the great CrowdStrike-Windows meltdown? History has the answer\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5e8b9bfc-cd37-4aaa-aad9-f6ae2c1b946c\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Humane\" data-image-alt-text=\"humaneaiscreenshot-2024-11-25-141840\" data-image-filename=\"humaneaiscreenshot-2024-11-25-141840.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"858\" data-image-height=\"617\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E7. AI wearables: The dumbest 'smart' gadgets\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Rabbit R1 and Humane AI Pin proved that just because you can make something \"smart\" doesn't mean you should. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-199-rabbit-r1-is-finally-getting-the-ai-feature-that-likely-sold-you-on-it-in-the-first-place\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERabbit R1\u003C\u002Fa\u003E was clunky, impractical, and destined for the junk drawer, while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhumane-ai-pin-reviews-5-takeaways-on-a-promising-but-dangerously-flawed-wearable\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHumane AI Pin\u003C\u002Fa\u003E overheated, lacked features, and came with a ridiculous price tag. AI wearables promised innovation but delivered irrelevance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhumane-ai-pin-what-went-wrong-and-how-it-can-be-fixed-before-its-too-late\u002F\"\u003EHumane Ai Pin: What went wrong and how it can be fixed (before it's too late)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E8. Sonos: The sound of failure\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESonos hit a new low with a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsonos-is-failing-and-millions-of-devices-could-become-e-waste-why-open-source-audio-is-our-only-hope\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebuggy app update\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that frustrated customers and delayed hardware launches. Employee warnings about the rollout were ignored, leading to a $30 million fiasco, a 25% stock drop, and layoffs. For a company synonymous with high-quality sound, 2024 was a tone-deaf performance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsonos-is-failing-and-millions-of-devices-could-become-e-waste-why-open-source-audio-is-our-only-hope\u002F\"\u003ESonos is failing and millions of devices could become e-waste - why open-source audio is our only hope\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWinners\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1. AI tools and platforms: Finally living up to the hype\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2024 was the year AI started earning its buzz. Google's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-rebrands-bard-to-gemini-now-available-for-the-first-time-on-mobile\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erebranding of Bard to Gemini\u003C\u002Fa\u003E came with the release of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffirst-gemini-now-gemma-googles-new-open-ai-models-target-developers\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGemma 2 models\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which gave developers powerful tools and helped Google claw its way back into the AI race. OpenAI's GPT series remained the gold standard, tackling everything from legal briefs to code fixes, while Adobe's Firefly turned non-designers into creative pros. For once, the AI hype didn't feel overblown.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fai-isnt-hitting-a-wall-its-just-getting-too-smart-for-benchmarks-says-anthropic\u002F\"\u003EAI isn't hitting a wall, it's just getting too smart for benchmarks, says Anthropic\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2. NVIDIA: Ruler of the AI kingdom\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENVIDIA dominated 2024, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnvidia-teases-rubin-gpus-and-cpus-to-succeed-blackwell-in-2026\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eselling out its Blackwell chips\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for 2025 before the year even ended. The company raked in $35.1 billion in quarterly revenue, a 94% jump, and pocketed $19.3 billion in profit. It also launched Fugatto, an AI tool for generating and remixing audio, and kicked Intel out of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. NVIDIA didn't just win 2024; it owned it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftodays-ai-ecosystem-is-unsustainable-for-most-everyone-but-nvidia-warns-top-scholar\u002F\"\u003EToday's AI ecosystem is unsustainable for most everyone but Nvidia\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Open source software: Proving collaboration wins\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOpen source thrived in 2024, with AI models like LLaMA 3, Falcon, and Gemma 2 empowering developers to build without barriers. Meanwhile, proprietary overreach backfired -- HashiCorp's restrictive Terraform license spawned the popular OpenTofu fork. And while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fopen-source-ai-definition-finally-gets-its-first-release-candidate-and-a-compromise\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOpen Source AI Definition\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (OSAID) sparked debate, it underscored open source's growing influence. When companies closed doors, open source opened new ones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fopen-source-ai-definition-finally-gets-its-first-release-candidate-and-a-compromise\u002F\"\u003EOpen-source AI definition finally gets its first release candidate - and a compromise\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E4. Arm-based chips: The future of computing\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EArm processors continued their meteoric rise, led by Apple's M4 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2-reasons-why-i-recommend-the-m4-mac-mini-to-everyone-and-its-100-off-right-now\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMac Mini M4\u003C\u002Fa\u003E made desktops portable, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-replaced-my-m1-macbook-pro-with-a-base-model-m4-and-it-blew-my-3000-laptop-away\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EM4 MacBook Pros\u003C\u002Fa\u003E redefined laptop performance, and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fipad-pro-2024-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EM4 iPad Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E rendered traditional laptops obsolete. Snapdragon turned Windows devices into serious contenders, leaving Intel in the dust. Arm wasn't just the future—it was the present.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2-reasons-why-i-recommend-the-m4-mac-mini-to-everyone-and-its-100-off-right-now\u002F\"\u003E2 reasons why I recommend the M4 Mac Mini to everyone\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E5. Bluesky: The cool kid on the block\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile X imploded, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-use-bluesky-social-everything-to-know-about-the-popular-x-alternative\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBluesky soared\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Its decentralized model, sleek interface, and user-first policies made it the social media platform of choice for anyone fleeing Musk's circus. Every time X rolled out a new policy, Bluesky gained users. By year's end, it wasn't just an alternative—it was the new standard.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-use-bluesky-social-everything-to-know-about-the-popular-x-alternative\u002F\"\u003EHow to use Bluesky Social: Everything to know about the popular X alternative\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E6. Matter Protocol: Smart homes that actually work\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fwhat-is-matter-how-the-connectivity-standard-can-change-your-smart-home\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMatter Protocol\u003C\u002Fa\u003E finally made smart homes functional by forcing Apple, Google, and Amazon to collaborate. Devices that couldn't communicate before were now seamlessly integrated, making smart home setups less of a headache. It's about time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fmatter-1-4-now-supports-more-smart-home-devices-and-adds-new-capabilities\u002F\"\u003EMatter 1.4 now supports more smart home devices and adds new capabilities\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d41979d8-92cb-4bf4-b654-65a7b343696d\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"ray-ban-meta-fly-fishing1\" data-image-filename=\"ray-ban-meta-fly-fishing1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F10\u002F23\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E7. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses: AR without the cringe\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeta surprised everyone with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnew-meta-ray-ban-ai-features-roll-out-making-the-smart-glasses-even-more-tempting\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERay-Ban Smart Glasses\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that were lightweight, stylish, and useful. Hands-free calls and subtle AR overlays made the glasses practical, not gimmicky. For once, AR tech didn't feel embarrassing -- it felt innovative.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tested-metas-transparent-ray-ban-smart-glasses-and-theyre-a-near-perfect-accessory-for-me\u002F\"\u003EI tested Meta's transparent Ray-Ban smart glasses, and they're a near-perfect accessory for me\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E8. iPhone 16: Stellar hardware, meh intelligence\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple's \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ec665880-8f4b-4f21-ada4-3de5bec7488a\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-iphone\u002Fiphone-16?\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"iPhone 16\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E proved you can still dominate with brute hardware force, even if your AI game is… underwhelming. The base model packed the new A18 chip, boasting a 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and 8GB of RAM -- a serious performance boost that left Android rivals scrambling. The cameras? A 48MP main shooter and improved 12MP ultra-wide lens delivered stunning photos, even if the selfies still look like you.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhy-im-recommending-the-standard-iphone-16-over-the-pro-this-year-and-im-not-alone\u002F\"\u003EWhy I'm recommending the standard iPhone 16 over the Pro this year (and I'm not alone)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ESee you next year\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs we enter 2025, the tech industry remains a volatile and unpredictable landscape. The winners will continue to push boundaries, while the losers will struggle to adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape. One thing is certain: The future of tech is full of promise and peril, and the next year promises to be another thrilling ride.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-26 14:59:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"AI flourished, Arm chips dominated, and open source thrived. Meanwhile, Elon Musk gets credit for two of the biggest losers, and Apple makes it onto both the naughty and nice lists.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"84864a78-8860-4ce2-9b72-91e3de2787ed",image:{id:"66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1",filename:"dsc00243.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-11-15 22:09:36",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses ZDNET",credits:"June Wan\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F15\u002F66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1\u002Fdsc00243.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4240,height:2384,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"tech-winners-and-losers-of-2024-the-year-in-true-innovation-and-total-product-flops",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Tech winners and losers of 2024: The year in true innovation and total product flops",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"103a5e4f-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"e-commerce",name:"E-Commerce",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1124f463-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"processors",name:"Processors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"113c25b6-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"security",name:"Security",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"114c901c-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"social-media",name:"Social Media",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"35466bd1-f8e5-4cca-9c22-561ce4c0af03",slug:"smart-home",name:"Smart Home",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b9067799-7651-414d-ac91-4de8eae08665\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EPretty, but not startling.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Jason Perlow\" data-image-alt-text=\"img-8907.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"img-8907.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2021\u002F12\u002F07\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"2268\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI should have listened more closely, but we'll come back to that.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe day had drifted in a very odd manner and the pouring rain didn't help.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStill, I'd heard the CEO of EV company Polestar \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.electrichybridvehicletechnology.com\u002Fnews\u002Findustry-news\u002Fpolestar-boss-tells-motoring-industry-its-not-doing-enough-to-meet-climate-goals.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eadmit that electric car companies aren't quite saving the world\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"f4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Ff4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESuch endearing and surprising honesty made me wonder about this. So I booked a test drive. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut on that day, I really didn't want to go. The deluge said stay at home. My remaining sense of decency said you promised to be there. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Polestar salesperson showed me the car, a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fpictures\u002Fan-electrifying-weekend-with-the-polestar-2\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPolestar 2\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. I must have missed the first one. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStill, instant impression: it looked a little large, without any obviously dramatic stylistic bent. Would I recognize this on the street as a Polestar? Probably not. Which isn't a terrible thing. There's joy in anonymity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe salesman pulled the car out of its parking spot. Then he got out and said: \"Here you go. All yours.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe parked himself in the passenger seat and said only one thing I can remember: \"The difference with Polestar is that it drives like a normal car.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe was alluding, I thought at the time, to the idea that many EVs try (too hard) to be a little different, whereas the goal of Polestar was to be deeply familiar.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo off we drove, the rain continuing to lash. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI suppose I should say something about how the car handled. Well, it seemed sturdy, smooth, and precise. Which is precisely, perhaps, why Hertz \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhertz-plans-to-add-up-to-65000-polestar-evs-to-its-rental-fleet\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esays it's buying 65,000 of these things\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe salesman pointed to a couple of features on the upright iPad-like screen. I can't remember what they were as, by that time, we'd begun to chat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe talked of his former life in a completely different industry. He talked of his family and his experiences in Europe.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI talked about, oh who knows, sports probably. Or why England is such a twistedly irredeemable country.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Let's turn right here,\" he said at one point.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd off we went up and down hills I'd never seen before, even though they weren't so far from my house.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe then invited me to take my foot off the pedal and let the car do its energy-saving thing. At least I think that's what he asked me to do. We were, you see, quite busily engaged in a conversation about the parlous state of the world. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI listened to his instructions and his very occasional description of a car feature with, at best, a single ear.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis was all going in a very strange direction. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI began to wonder how long this test drive would take.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe'd surely been gone at least half an hour. He'd shown no signs of being in a hurry. By this stage, I barely knew where we were.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFinally, we looped back toward the freeway.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Gun it,\" he said. \"As fast as you like.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd off the Polestar 2 went with considerable, enjoyable verve.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen we finally got back to the dealership, more than 45 minutes had passed. The rain, sadly, hadn't.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI then realized the salesman's strategy. I didn't get any hard sell at all. He'd barely mentioned the cost of the car or any deals he might be offering.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI really should have listened from the very beginning. His whole thesis was to make me like the car by proving that the Polestar driving experience is just like the car I'm familiar with. But perhaps rather better.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo excessive pushing of tech aspects. Every effort was exercised to make liking the car itself -- and feeling relaxed in it -- the whole goal of the experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI didn't notice anything other than that I was driving an easy, enjoyable, oddly dynamic car and having an extremely pleasant conversation.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI don't know if I'm ready to go over to the dark side of overt planet-saving. Too many neighbors drive Teslas with sanctimonious license plates.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut hey, maybe they won't know that my car's an EV too.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-04-23 12:00:02",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Hertz says it's buying 65,000 of these EVs. Are they fun?",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"114f9f5a-52fc-44af-aac4-d45b2a90dd01",image:{id:"b9067799-7651-414d-ac91-4de8eae08665",filename:"img-8907.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-12-07 03:08:53",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"img-8907.jpg",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003EPretty, but not startling.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F12\u002F07\u002Fb9067799-7651-414d-ac91-4de8eae08665\u002Fimg-8907.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4032,height:2268,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation^Electric Vehicles",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"i-test-drove-a-polestar-2-and-it-went-in-a-very-strange-direction",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"I test-drove a Polestar 2 and it went in a very strange direction",topic:{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cc5a4168-57f6-46cd-a9d0-eeb7245d9ebe\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Craig Hastings\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Plane in blue sky with clouds\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1337420065.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F24\" data-image-width=\"2000\" data-image-height=\"1500\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELet's think about all the good things \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-just-made-a-confession-that-may-make-customers-weep\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESouthwest Airlines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E does.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt doesn't charge you bag fees. It doesn't charge you for changes or cancellations. Its rewards points don't expire.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll this is currently quite easy to forget, given the airline's long and winding debacle at the end of 2022.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhy, renowned travel industry analyst Henry Harteveldt \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cnbc.com\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F18\u002Fcan-southwest-fix-its-tech-problems-aviation-experts-arent-confident.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erecently mused\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that some customers are still steering clear of Southwest. This, he said, had engendered in the airline \"a moderate state of panic.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat do you do when you're in a moderate state of panic? Me, I watch sports and pretend it's me playing on the TV. A glass of decent pinot noir helps.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhome-entertainment\u002Fbest-sports-streaming-service\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best sports streaming services\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut Southwest has tried to pull off the idea that it's business as usual. Why, the airline even wants its customers to propagate that idea and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-now-wants-customers-to-do-something-they-may-find-laughable\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erecommend Southwest to businesses\u003C\u002Fa\u003E so that airline can get more corporate business.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut if there's one thing business travelers don't like -- oh, all travelers really -- it's when they feel they're being nickel-and-dimed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI can imagine, then, that one or two Southwest customers will be peeved at the airline's latest announcement. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.travelandleisure.com\u002Fsouthwest-wifi-internet-pricing-change-7112004?utm_source=pocket_reader\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAs Travel and Leisure reported\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, Southwest is changing how it's charging for Wi-Fi.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt used to be that you could get a single-day Wi-Fi pass for a mere $8, valid for all Southwest flights that day. This was especially kind to those customers who were connecting from one Southwest flight to another.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat a way to build loyalty by saying: \"Nah, you've paid us once already for Wi-Fi. Why should we charge you again on the same day? That's not love.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAh, but these are challenging times, so the fee will now be $8 per flight.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Finflight-wi-fi-is-a-nightmare-but-fixes-could-be-on-the-way\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIn-flight Wi-Fi is a nightmare, but fixes could be on the way\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe airline has an explanation, one that's entirely believable: It's trying to make its Wi-Fi better, which costs money.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESouthwest's Wi-Fi hasn't always enjoyed the best of reputations. Some regular flyers can even get into spats over whether it's slightly worse or slightly better than United's.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo now Southwest is introducing Viasat Wi-Fi to some of its planes, something that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fnetworking\u002Fi-tried-deltas-new-free-inflight-wi-fi-heres-how-fast-it-was\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eairlines like Delta\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are now offering for free.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's clear Southwest is conscious that not everyone will enjoy having to pay a total of $16 for Wi-Fi, should they be having to leap onto a connecting flight.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn a statement, the airline pleaded: \"This impacts a small subset of customers due to our robust network of nonstop flights, free onboard entertainment, and a limited number of customers choosing to use paid internet across connecting flights.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fhow-to-keep-your-home-secure-when-you-travel\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHere's how to keep your home secure when you travel\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course it's a limited number. Most numbers are. But I still wonder how big the number is. If it really is a teeny-tiny number, then why do this at all?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESadly, anything adorned with even the mildest whiff of unhelpful news won't go down well with the flying masses.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI feel sure, though, that Southwest's accountants and other fine executives are now furiously tossing out ideas on how to win back those whom the airline so heinously let down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIdeas that won't cost the airline too much, that is.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-25 13:00:29",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The little things matter to your regular customers. They can matter even more if you pick an imperfect time to do them.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"341d5ea5-fcb3-4c05-8439-9b357a1f4035",image:{id:"cc5a4168-57f6-46cd-a9d0-eeb7245d9ebe",filename:"gettyimages-1337420065.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-02-24 15:47:50",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Plane in blue sky with clouds",credits:"Craig Hastings\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EAnd up there, someone won't be happy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F24\u002Fcc5a4168-57f6-46cd-a9d0-eeb7245d9ebe\u002Fgettyimages-1337420065.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2000,height:1500,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"southwest-airlines-just-nickel-and-dimed-some-customers-at-the-worst-possible-time",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Southwest Airlines just nickel-and-dimed some customers at the worst possible time",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"9a23272b-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"David Gewirtz",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"David",lastName:"Gewirtz",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"de4475ef-be59-4858-beb8-6f7696c85945",filename:"david-gewirtz.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:19:52",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fde4475ef-be59-4858-beb8-6f7696c85945\u002Fdavid-gewirtz.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"In addition to hosting the ZDNET Government and ZDNet DIY-IT blogs, David Gewirtz is an author, U.S. policy advisor, and computer scientist. He is featured in The History Channel special The President's Book of Secrets, is one of America's foremost cyber-security experts, and is a top expert on saving and creating jobs. He is also director of the U.S. Strategic Perspective Institute as well as the founder of ZATZ Publishing.\r\n\r\nDavid is a member of FBI InfraGard, the Cyberwarfare Advisor for the International Association for Counterterrorism & Security Professionals, a columnist for The Journal of Counterterrorism and Homeland Security, and has been a regular CNN contributor, and a guest commentator for the Nieman Watchdog of the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard University. He is the author of Where Have All the Emails Gone?, the definitive study of email in the White House, as well as How To Save Jobs and The Flexible Enterprise, the classic book that served as a foundation for today's agile business movement.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"dc88117b-b13b-442d-a1d3-30f8afc2843f\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"travel-dialog.png\" data-image-filename=\"travel-dialog.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1367\" data-image-height=\"769\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere's a safety tip: Don't drive a car, fly a plane, pilot a train, sail a ship, ride a skateboard, or otherwise attempt to navigate a vehicle of any kind while wearing an Apple Vision Pro headset over your eyes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-vision-pro-faq-price-features-hands-on-insights-and-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\"\u003EApple Vision Pro FAQ: Price, features, hands-on insights, and everything you need to know\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's not just that the field of view is vastly reduced from your factory-installed eyeballs; the device could shut down, lose the connection to its battery or run out of juice, or otherwise blind you while you're careening down the highway filming yourself in a mad quest for a few additional views. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen Apple -- in its seminal 1997 \"Think Different\" ad campaign -- said \"Here's to the crazy ones,\" they were talking about people trying to change the world, not YouTubers trying to outdo the cast of Jackass. (Don't remember that Apple commercial? It's worth \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=-z4NS2zdrZc\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erevisiting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.)  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI mention this because -- as we move into our discussion of using the Apple Vision Pro on trains, planes, and automobiles (as well as ships) -- we expect you to be a \u003Cem\u003Epassenger\u003C\u002Fem\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Airplane Mode \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Apple Vision Pro does have two modes related to travel: Airplane Mode and Travel Mode. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAirplane Mode on the Vision Pro does \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsupport.apple.com\u002Fen-us\u002F108785\"\u003Ethe same thing it does on your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: It turns off all the radios except for Bluetooth. As with your other devices, if the airline allows it, you can turn on Wi-Fi by tapping the button shown in the screenshot below. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-vision-pro-review\u002F?ftag=TRE-03-10aaa6b&utm_email=8850ada83866fe2b042041f6277c004e9a68ab834781629d69b19700d29270fc&utm_campaign_id=9079333&utm_email_id=b34faa57a90996e0022de8d6c16f2c69c20f8d362fcf0e3750a9d0edd0939119&utm_newsletter_id=92303&medium=email&source=iterable\"\u003EApple Vision Pro review: Fascinating, flawed, and needs to fix 5 things\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can access Airplane Mode along with the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi options by looking up and tapping the Control Panel button. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"40c173f5-cfe1-4014-bce1-dea7018a12b9\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"dot\" data-image-filename=\"dot.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1136\" data-image-height=\"639\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnce the Control Panel opens, glance and touch your fingers together to toggle the airplane icon. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"835513a2-2b4e-48cb-a0ab-76206fd056c9\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"airplane.png\" data-image-filename=\"airplane.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1768\" data-image-height=\"995\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can also turn on Airplane Mode directly from the Settings panel. Open Settings from the main dashboard and flip the toggle on. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"36e9eef0-54e2-47f3-be62-558cd9e9eab4\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"settings.png\" data-image-filename=\"settings.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1352\" data-image-height=\"760\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Travel Mode \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're traveling with your Vision Pro device, Travel Mode is where things start to get interesting.  This mode's purpose is to stabilize the visuals in the device by turning off some of the tracking sensors. That way, external movement doesn't -- or at least, shouldn't -- disturb your screen. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst, let's talk about how you access Travel Mode, and how you turn it on and off. Then we'll go into more depth about what it can and can't do for you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Travel Mode control lives on the control panel just to the left of the Airplane Mode icon. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"97e3ece7-5754-4596-bf4f-936d56dce6d4\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"travel.png\" data-image-filename=\"travel.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1592\" data-image-height=\"896\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnce you turn on Travel Mode, the Vision Pro will present a confirmation dialog: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"dc88117b-b13b-442d-a1d3-30f8afc2843f\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"travel-dialog.png\" data-image-filename=\"travel-dialog.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1367\" data-image-height=\"769\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple seems aware that some folks might try to use this while driving, so it specifically cautions, \"It should not be used while operating a moving vehicle.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile in Travel Mode, the Control Center switcher shows an indicator that you're in Travel Mode. You can turn it off here, or in the full Control Center. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c4fd9bac-df43-411e-8b17-4c513edaca85\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"control4.png\" data-image-filename=\"control4.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"993\" data-image-height=\"558\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E(One quick aside: Apple calls this screen \"Control Center\" and it \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=mwBjjDPJXWw\"\u003Ealso calls the screen that looks more like the Control Center\u003C\u002Fa\u003E iOS users are familiar with \"Control Center.\" I'm guessing the product manager was out sick that day.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen you decide to turn Travel Mode off, there's another dialog where you confirm that you want to turn the mode off. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"0cd6bcd6-8789-462e-b7da-a645b2d6986e\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"travel-off.png\" data-image-filename=\"travel-off.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1484\" data-image-height=\"835\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs mentioned above, Travel Mode and Airplane Mode are independent settings. That said, you can (and should) turn both on if you're on a commercial plane flight. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"6b9b811c-3f6c-4f1b-a303-ab9112762c19\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"travelairplane.png\" data-image-filename=\"travelairplane.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F20\" data-image-width=\"1371\" data-image-height=\"771\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Planes, trains, automobiles - and boats \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile I have no intention of taking my Vision Pro out and about, I have had a chance to review the experiences shared by others online. Here are some thoughts for each of the vehicle types you're likely to be traveling in -- \u003Cem\u003Eas a passenger\u003C\u002Fem\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E Airplanes \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne big issue with commercial air travel has nothing to do with the Vision Pro modes. It's the amount of space you have to set up and take down the device while in a cramped coach seat. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou'll need to account for where the battery goes, where your \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fproduct\u002FMW2F3LL\u002FA\u002Fapple-vision-pro-travel-case\"\u003Etravel case\u003C\u002Fa\u003E goes, where to stow the padded EyeSight glass protector, all while trying not to tangle yourself in the battery cord. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fcould-the-apple-vision-pro-make-you-like-flying-economy-class-or-hate-it-a-little-less\u002F\"\u003ECould the Vision Pro make you like flying economy class (or hate it a little less)?\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat said, as long as you have enough battery power (or \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fproduct\u002FMW283LL\u002FA\u002Fapple-vision-pro-battery\"\u003Espare batteries\u003C\u002Fa\u003E), your experience on a plane should be fairly straightforward as this was a use case Apple clearly designed for. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E Trains \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-used-the-apple-vision-pro-for-my-8-hour-work-day-and-it-left-me-wanting-more\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMatthew Miller has used the Vision Pro while commuting\u003C\u002Fa\u003E by train in the Seattle area. He, too, found the cramped quarters a bit of a challenge, because moving your arms is a bit tough when there's a good chance you'll whack the person sitting in the seat next to you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-used-the-apple-vision-pro-for-my-8-hour-work-day-and-it-left-me-wanting-more\u002F\"\u003EI used the Apple Vision Pro for my 8-hour work day, and it left me wanting more\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe also found that the lenses tended to fog up. While not necessarily a deal-killer, lens issues can be a serious problem when using the device, especially in a humid environment. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E Automobiles \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile highway travel in a car may seem similar to air and train travel -- at least to the Vision Pro's sensors -- traveling locally is very different. Air and train travel are generally straight-line movements with gentle curves that might not even be noticeable. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHighway travel, particularly on long stretches of the national highway system in the American Midwest, can be very straight for a very long time. But local travel involves right-angle turns, and lots of them. There is also much more exposure to the outside environment and light, whereas you're generally in artificial light inside a train and a plane. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fconnected-cars-powered-by-ai-will-make-up-95-of-all-vehicles-on-the-road-by-2030\u002F\"\u003EConnected cars, powered by AI, will make up 95% of all vehicles on the road by 2030\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETravel mode will certainly help, but expect it to blink in and out depending on what's going on outside the vehicle. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E Shipboard travel \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs a guy who's spent a fair amount of time on US Navy ships, I've often thought that one obvious use case for the Vision Pro and other headsets might be for those living in cramped berths onboard ship. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fdiscussions.apple.com\u002Fthread\u002F255520120?sortBy=best\"\u003Ea user pointed out in the Apple Vision Pro community\u003C\u002Fa\u003E discussion, \"Once the vessel began pitching, rolling, yawing, and heaving, I ran into issues with windows holding position on screen or the device not displaying anything except the live-view (passthrough) background.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've been on ships in rough seas, and here's the thing: You don't want to be watching a movie or reading a book during pitching, rolling, yawing, and heaving. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmeta-quest-3-review\u002F\"\u003EMeta Quest 3 review: The VR headset most people should buy in 2024\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've also lived through devastating earthquakes. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002F1989_Loma_Prieta_earthquake\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ELoma Prieta earthquake\u003C\u002Fa\u003E had a magnitude of 6.9, lasted approximately 15 seconds, and destroyed much of the San Francisco area. Sailing on rough seas is like being in a quake as large or larger than the Loma Prieta quake, but doing it for three, six, 12, or even 24 \u003Cem\u003Ehours\u003C\u002Fem\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're sailing and the vessel is rolling or heaving, give up on the entertainment, and do your best not to hurl your lunch. In fact, try not to eat any lunch. Just hang in there until it's over. There will be time to watch \u003Cem\u003EAvatar: The Way of Water\u003C\u002Fem\u003E in 3D another day, when the seas are calm and so is your stomach lining. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Situational awareness \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo wrap up this discussion about traveling with the Apple Vision Pro, I want to discuss situational awareness, a concept popularized by fighter pilots. Situational awareness refers to being aware of everything around them, especially threats from enemy planes. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-order-apple-vision-pro-tips-tricks-and-my-secret-to-a-good-face-scan\u002F\"\u003EHow to order Apple Vision Pro: Tips, tricks, and my secret to a good face scan\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut situational awareness applies to all travel situations. If you're driving -- without wearing the Vision Pro, of course -- you need to be aware of all the vehicles around you, road conditions, and oncoming traffic. If you're in a subway, you need to be aware of all the people around you. The same is true of train, boat, and plane travel. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELook: The Vision Pro is a very visible, very expensive device. It is very much a target of opportunity for criminals to snatch and grab, especially since many users will take advantage of the full environmental isolation features to get some sense of privacy -- and peace and quiet -- during the increasingly chaotic experience of travel. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-vision-pro-tricks-how-to-take-perfect-screenshots-and-recordings-and-avoid-weirdness\u002F\"\u003EApple Vision Pro tricks: How to take perfect screenshots and recordings (and avoid weirdness)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you're going to wear one of these things in public, make sure you turn the digital crown so you can see most of your surroundings. Be aware of what's happening. Stow the device during times when people are milling around. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJust be careful out there, OK? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHave you tried traveling with the Apple Vision Pro? Have you worn it on a plane, a ship, as a passenger in a car, or even on the train or subway? Let us know how it worked out for you in the comments below. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EYou can follow my day-to-day project updates on social media. Be sure to subscribe to my weekly update newsletter \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fadvancedgeekery.substack.com\u002F\"\u003Eon Substack\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and follow me on Twitter at \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002Fdavidgewirtz\"\u003E@DavidGewirtz\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, on Facebook at \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.facebook.com\u002Fdavidgewirtz\"\u003EFacebook.com\u002FDavidGewirtz\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, on Instagram at \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.instagram.com\u002FDavidGewirtz\u002F\"\u003EInstagram.com\u002FDavidGewirtz\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and on YouTube at \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fuser\u002FDavidGewirtzTV\"\u003EYouTube.com\u002FDavidGewirtzTV\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fem\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"63dd5668-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F63dd5668-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-03-20 18:51:16",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"From planes, trains, and automobiles - ships and subways, too - learn how to get the most out of Apple's headset - safely - while traveling.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"2824fb11-4a57-4ea1-b575-3fecace5ca7f",image:{id:"dc88117b-b13b-442d-a1d3-30f8afc2843f",filename:"travel-dialog.png",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-03-20 10:18:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"travel-dialog.png",credits:"Screenshot by David Gewirtz\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F03\u002F20\u002Fdc88117b-b13b-442d-a1d3-30f8afc2843f\u002Ftravel-dialog.png",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1367,height:769,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Wearables^AR + VR",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"itching-to-try-vision-pros-travel-mode-heres-what-to-expect-before-you-go",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Itching to try Vision Pro's Travel Mode? Here's what to expect before you go",topic:{id:"28bb8dfb-269b-4402-9a05-1be280a992fc",slug:"ar-vr",name:"AR + VR",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"28bb8dfb-269b-4402-9a05-1be280a992fc",slug:"ar-vr",name:"AR + VR",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0fbd54d0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"apple",name:"Apple",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"44ae38fb-10d8-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"Rajiv Rao",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Rajiv",lastName:"Rao",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"fb35bdd8-1174-11e4-9732-00505685119a",filename:"rajiv-rao-author.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2013-11-25 15:49:19",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2013\u002F11\u002F25\u002Ffb35bdd8-1174-11e4-9732-00505685119a\u002Frajiv-rao-author.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Rajiv is a journalist and filmmaker who is interested in how new technologies, innovation, and disruptive business forces are shaking things up in India.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"85c518df-a2cb-4769-8f78-969d397ba35e\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Gregory_DUBUS\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"road map unfolded\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-468956700.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"2167\" data-image-height=\"1383\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of my kids is playing a regional rival in soccer and the venue is in unfamiliar territory.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGetting there on time on a weekday is challenging enough thanks to endless domestic chores. However, my recent ritual -- borne of a discovery that using navigational apps has been linked to higher rates of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.autoevolution.com\u002Fnews\u002Freplacing-google-maps-with-traditional-maps-could-help-fight-dementia-209034.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edementia\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- is making things worse.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-gps-trackers-and-devices-for-kids\u002F\"\u003EThe best GPS trackers for kids, according to experts\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEarly afternoon, I go into Google Maps and print out directions to the game, which include the \"steps\" that I have to take, important landmarks, and a map of the route.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI haven't used an actual road map in at least 15 years and the whole process now seems a little nuts. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen I first started this ritual, my son received it with incredulity, then rage, then sheer panic at the prospect of being late -- and benched for the start of the game. I held firm.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs we head off, I hand the directions to him. They're just for safety, though. We both try and guess the turns, exits, and landmarks without reading the directions, making sure to verify each step for accuracy lest a catastrophic mistake land me in purgatory for a few days. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's a nice father-and-son game, actually, and quite empowering since it drills into you concrete knowledge of your physical world which is elusive when you're following that blue digital arrow on a screen. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI make the cardinal mistake of bringing up London taxi drivers. \"Pops, we know,\" says my son, brusquely. \"You've told us about the London cabbie's hippocampus about a million times. We get it.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fcant-find-your-car-keys-robots-will-remember-better-than-you-can\u002F\"\u003ECan't find your car keys? Robots will remember better than you can\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI don't blame the kid -- for I am truly obsessed with the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.news-medical.net\u002Fhealth\u002FHippocampus-Functions.aspx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ehippocampus\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EAll roads lead to the hippocampus\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOr, I should say hippocampi, since it consists of two S-shaped parts residing on either side of the rear part of the brain, and is the Greek word for seahorse, to which it bears an uncanny resemblance. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe hippocampus is an integral part of the brain's limbic system, which is responsible for behavioral and emotional responses. The hippocampus is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.medicalnewstoday.com\u002Farticles\u002F313295#what-can-go-wrong\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecrucial\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for learning, memory formation, navigation, and mental mapping -- and the unique ability to comprehend arbitrary linkages to things that artificial intelligence struggles with. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fai-desperately-needs-a-hardware-revolution-and-the-solution-might-be-inside-your-head\u002F\"\u003EAI desperately needs a hardware revolution and the solution might be inside your head\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAdditionally, short-term memories are transformed into long-term ones in the hippocampus, and then stashed away in another part of the brain.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA decline in human cognition can occur due to several things. One of them is the clumping together of toxic tau and beta-amyloid particles -- proteins that were once good but have now gone bad, like a legion of Anakin Skywalkers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe other factor, studies show, is a shrinking hippocampus. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA recent \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\u002F37968130\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Estudy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E published by scientists in \u003Cem\u003ENeurology\u003C\u002Fem\u003E magazine, involved accumulating data from 128 older adults over a 10-year period that analyzed these two factors via cognition tests and brain scans. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-a-new-law-protects-your-thoughts-from-tech-companies-and-why-it-matters\u002F\"\u003EHow a new law protects your thoughts from tech companies – and why it matters\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThey found a linkage between slumping cognition and a shrinking hippocampus. This remained the case even when they took the tau and beta-amyloid particles out of the equation.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnfortunately, while over 90% of Alzheimer's research is devoted to the link between memory and Alzheimer's, precious little research devotes attention to the relationship between spatial navigation and hippocampus size.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnews.utdallas.edu\u002Fhealth-medicine\u002Fmental-mapping-alzheimers-prevention-2023\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etwo scientists\u003C\u002Fa\u003E from the University of Texas at Dallas recently decided to do so. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhy wayfinding matters\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDr. May Yuan is a geographer and professor of geospatial science; her work investigates linkages between technology, environment, and health. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA few years ago, she began pondering the connection between the routes we follow every day and incidences of Alzheimer's. To investigate this further, Yuan sought some help from Dr. Kristen Kennedy, associate professor of psychology in the University's School of Behavioral of Brain Sciences. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKennedy, who specializes in the neurobiology of aging and cognition, suggested that they tap into the vast datasets of the National Alzheimer's Coordinating Center, which include a person's Alzheimer's diagnosis with specific information about where they live, down to the ZIP code.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-used-the-apple-vision-pro-for-my-8-hour-work-day-and-it-left-me-wanting-more\u002F\"\u003EI used the Apple Vision Pro for my 8-hour work day, and it left me wanting more\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Our hypothesis is that if you navigate spatially complicated environments for most of your life, you're firing the brain cells in your hippocampal formation that make cognitive maps,\" said Kennedy \"If you live in a one-stop-sign town, you don't normally practice and experience this. As a result, you're not preserving those brain circuits.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe scientists employed machine learning to try and establish linkages between Alzheimer's patients in the database and various other factors such as education, income, or gender -- and found no linkages across ZIP codes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut when they tested for environmental complexity -- say, a town with long winding roads and few stop signs versus a dense landscape with an intricate network of streets -- the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Flink.springer.com\u002Farticle\u002F10.14283\u002Fjpad.2023.18\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emodel\u003C\u002Fa\u003E predicted where Alzheimer's patients live with 95% precision (predicting a specific category) and 84% accuracy (how many times it was correct overall). \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd they were overwhelmingly places that had low environmental complexity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nature.com\u002Farticles\u002Fs41598-020-62877-0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Estudy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E published in Nature magazine explored the link between cognition and navigational prowess more directly. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe scientists tested 50 people in their late 20s for their spatial abilities by making them wend their way around a virtual, 3D maze sprinkled with landmarks. A subset of these people were re-tested three years after the first test. Both series of tests took care to account for other factors that could influence navigation.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study was emphatic in its finding: Increased GPS use since the first round of testing correlated to a steeper decline in spatial memory. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-maps-is-testing-a-feature-that-shows-you-where-to-enter-a-building\u002F\"\u003EGoogle Maps is testing a feature that shows you where to enter a building\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Importantly, we found that those who used GPS more did not do so because they felt they had a poor sense of direction, suggesting that extensive GPS use led to a decline in spatial memory rather than the other way around,\" said the scientists in their paper. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EHow we got here\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEvolution has always selected the most resilient parts of our anatomy for survival. Our hominid brains became three times \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fhumanorigins.si.edu\u002Fhuman-characteristics\u002Fbrains\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Elarger\u003C\u002Fa\u003E over 6 million years as we learned how to make tools and communicate.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYet, the advent of farming has made us more sedentary. Over millennia, as our brains have grown, our muscles have become smaller, our bodies less robust and our jaws have shrunk from not having to chew through tough hunks of meat anymore.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETechnology has indeed made our lives easier and life spans longer, but as this particular example has shown -- it can also damage our health.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Inuit, famous for their navigational abilities over thousands of years, cultivated these abilities by calculating and navigating snow drifts, ice thickness, currents, and wind patterns but now sometimes experience fatal \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nature.com\u002Farticles\u002Fs41598-020-62877-0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eaccidents\u003C\u002Fa\u003E because of increasing reliance on GPS aids that are unreliable in the Arctic's extreme terrain.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe aboriginal people of Australia used to sing songs passed down through generations as they navigated across hundreds of miles. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-ai-can-rescue-it-pros-from-job-burnout-and-alert-fatigue\u002F\"\u003EHow AI can rescue IT pros from job burnout and alert fatigue\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=33O08xrQpR8&t=258s\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cem\u003ESonglines\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E were de facto maps of trade routes containing embedded geographical landmarks such as water or food sources as well as ceremonial sites. When you got to a moment in a song with a geographical indicator -- the shell of a tortoise indicating a mountain, for instance -- you knew you were in the right place.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESettler colonialism decimated that tradition.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhich brings me to London cabbies and their hippo-sized hippocampi. I'm pretty sure they don't sing their routes but they are forced to take a grueling series of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftfl.gov.uk\u002Finfo-for\u002Ftaxis-and-private-hire\u002Flicensing\u002Flearn-the-knowledge-of-london\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eexams\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- unambiguously called \"The Knowledge\" -- that tests them on 26,000 streets and thousands of landmarks in inner London that drivers need to have memorized.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn essence, they are made to figure out the quickest route between any two points in that grid by relying on just their hippocampi. On average, it takes four years to master.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat we can do now\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat to do with the rest of us mere mortals and our navigational conundrum?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe researchers from the University of Texas suggest that if their work holds up, it should lead to an overhaul of how GPS navigation systems need to be re-designed, perhaps using rudimentary sound cues.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn the meantime, I've ditched print-outs for my trusty, well-thumbed road atlas and written directions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-ai-can-rescue-it-pros-from-job-burnout-and-alert-fatigue\u002F\"\u003EHow AI can rescue IT pros from job burnout and alert fatigue\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've also suggested to my kids that we make up songs on the way to established events, punctuated by references to landmarks and our surroundings, while encapsulated within the timeframe of the journey, like our own version of indigenous aboriginal \u003Cem\u003ESonglines\u003C\u002Fem\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAny genre would work, I tell them. How about we start with grunge to best express the primal rage of being forced to do this exercise?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy suggestion gets a lukewarm reception, but I'm not giving up. I want to remember getting lost.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-05-03 19:51:22",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The thinning of the hippocampi, a part of the brain responsible for spatial navigation, has been conclusively linked to the onset of dementia due to its under-utilization thanks to an over-dependence on GPS-enabled maps.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"4bf5a69b-4476-4b43-bb07-963468e92c1a",image:{id:"85c518df-a2cb-4769-8f78-969d397ba35e",filename:"gettyimages-468956700.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-04-25 13:28:48",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"road map unfolded",credits:"Gregory_DUBUS\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F25\u002F85c518df-a2cb-4769-8f78-969d397ba35e\u002Fgettyimages-468956700.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2167,height:1383,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"worried-about-dementia-heres-why-im-ditching-gps-for-a-road-atlas",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Worried about dementia? Here's why I'm ditching GPS for a road atlas",topic:{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"64903c29-6eea-4a14-90b9-7847c91856c3\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA little too giddy?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Lukas Wunderlich \u002F Getty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Delta Air Lines Boeing 767 airplane at Munich airport\" data-image-filename=\"istock-1199059054.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2021\u002F01\u002F06\" data-image-width=\"1254\" data-image-height=\"836\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI sense a little rejoicing among airline executives.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOff with the masks and onto the planes. And into our coffers comes money.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9df049c3-2b84-47ee-9fa6-ffa6330ae2f0\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9df049c3-2b84-47ee-9fa6-ffa6330ae2f0\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite the fact that the mask mandate \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.npr.org\u002Fsections\u002Fhealth-shots\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F19\u002F1093641691\u002Fmask-mandate-judge-public-health-sanitation\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewas struck down by a highly intellectual judge\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, many feel this is the right time to gingerly re-enter the world of what used to be called normal.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESomehow, though, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdelta-air-lines-just-made-a-chilling-admission-thatll-affect-all-flyers\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDelta Air Lines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E took this sudden arrival of normality to a difficult destination. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EYou've been downgraded to ordinary class\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt said it was \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fthepointsguy.com\u002Fnews\u002Fmask-mandate-voided\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eimmediately lifting the mask mandate\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut then, for reasons that can only be known to those who concocted it, Delta \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.yahoo.com\u002Fnews\u002Fdelta-rewrites-statement-called-covid-201919409.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Einstantly emerged\u003C\u002Fa\u003E with a statement that COVID-19 had now transitioned to \"an ordinary seasonal virus.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, I'm not sure how ordinary 40,000 cases a day truly are.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm also not sure why Delta would want to spread such a false sense of security. Unless money is the motivator.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI respect Dr. Bob Wachter, chairman of the Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, in all things Covid. His sane light guides me.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.sfchronicle.com\u002Fpodcasts\u002Farticle\u002FListen-Is-it-time-to-just-ditch-our-masks-for-17091832.php\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edoes believe\u003C\u002Fa\u003E it's about time the mask mandate disappeared. He adds, though, that his biggest fear isn't death, but long Covid, something science currently knows relatively little about.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm not sure there's quite the same concern over, say, ordinary flu.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-pilots-want-customers-to-know-how-bad-things-really-are\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESouthwest Airlines pilots want customers to know how bad things really are\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI also respect his colleague Dr. Monica Gandhi who, among other scientists, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.sfchronicle.com\u002Fopinion\u002Fopenforum\u002Farticle\u002Fsan-francisco-mask-mandate-17089220.php\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esays\u003C\u002Fa\u003E research shows that vaccines work, but masks not so much.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne can imagine, though, that some Delta customers -- those with compromised immune systems, for example -- \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002FIfyWorks\u002Fstatus\u002F1516480422175068165\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edidn't take kindly to Delta's downgrading of Covid to Ordinary Class\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne can imagine, too, that customers still wary of getting Covid may have looked at the statement and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002FDrEricDing\u002Fstatus\u002F1517078940665495552\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewondered about Delta's (commercial) motives\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn a peculiar burst of wisdom, the airline amended its statement the following day to call it \"a more manageable respiratory virus.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EYou made our lives a misery? Welcome aboard!\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDelta, however, wasn't done. With its profoundly questionable PR releases, that is.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt then announced -- following United's equally dubious lead -- that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cnn.com\u002Ftravel\u002Farticle\u002Fbanned-passengers-fly-again-delta-united\u002Findex.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eit'll show mercy to the shunned\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt will allow some passengers who had exhibited mask-related misbehaviors and been put on the no-fly list back onto its planes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPlease think back to those giddy times when passengers staged protests on planes. Remember when some recalcitrant dude decided he wasn't going to wear a mask and became blisteringly belligerent? Remember how flight attendants were at their wit's end, begging their management to do something about these people who would hold up flights and even resort to assault?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWell, Delta has decided instantly to offer them a new hope. (Should they ever want to fly the airline again, of course.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMore precisely, the airline said: \"With masks now optional, Delta will restore flight privileges for customers on the mask non-compliance no-fly list only after each case is reviewed and each customer demonstrates an understanding of their expected behavior when flying with us.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdelta-says-it-wants-the-very-best-customers-then-it-treats-them-like-this\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDelta says it wants the very best customers (then it treats them like this)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA flight attendant who'd been insulted and perhaps even assaulted -- verbally or otherwise -- might read those words and consider whether it was really worth being a flight attendant.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPlaced, as they so often are, in the role of enforcer, flight attendants may now feel a touch bitter.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat if they again encounter one of these passengers who made their life a misery? Will they again have to smile and say: \"Oh, hi, it's you again! Welcome onboard.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe former head of United's pilots' union, Todd Insler, surely spoke for many airline employees when he \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002Finsler_todd\u002Fstatus\u002F1516852951284867079\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etweeted\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: \"Asking for a friend. Can we get a list of all the rules and laws that we can selectively ignore? Crew members have been literal punching bags for enforcing the law, and now \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002Funited\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E@united\u003C\u002Fa\u003E shows the world how little employees matter and how little management really cares.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt seems to be the same way with Delta.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EPlease agree to say sorry. We'll agree to take your money\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat might these offenders have to do in order to win back the airline's favor? Just say sorry? And add, promise and pinky-swear, I'll never do it again?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOr perhaps sign the sort of online \"I agree\" that so many do every time they crave an app?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's not that forgiveness is such a terrible thing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe curious element in all this is why Delta chose to make this announcement now. Why not leave the issue for some point in the future? Why not focus on making employees and decent, human customers comfortable first?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2,000 customers were barred by Delta during the full throes of the pandemic.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis doesn't include another 1,000 \"who demonstrated egregious behavior and are already on the permanent no-fly list.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStill, most of those 2,000 customers disrupted a flight because they were making what they twistedly thought was a political protest. They all knew precisely what they were doing. Goodness, now they may come onboard with \"I didn't wear a mask and got away with it\" t-shirts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter all, if Delta is so painfully keen to begin the process of forgiveness, maybe they really did nothing so bad at all. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe airline says business is booming. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps, though, the revenue from the rebel 2,000 will make all the difference to senior executives' bonuses.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-04-23 04:00:02",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The mask mandate on planes has been cast aside. But are airlines all reacting in the most productive way?",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"07487b94-3c63-4a10-be8a-31b2a287a2c9",image:{id:"64903c29-6eea-4a14-90b9-7847c91856c3",filename:"istock-1199059054.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-01-06 11:39:27",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Delta Air Lines Boeing 767 airplane at Munich airport",credits:"Lukas Wunderlich \u002F Getty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EA little too giddy?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F01\u002F06\u002F64903c29-6eea-4a14-90b9-7847c91856c3\u002Fistock-1199059054.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1254,height:836,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"delta-air-lines-just-insulted-customers-then-it-insulted-employees",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Delta Air Lines just insulted customers. Then it insulted employees",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"ad35bfd1-6bd1-4815-8bd6-f43193d3d32f",username:"me51",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Greg",lastName:"Nichols",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813",filename:"greg-nichols.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:23:04",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813\u002Fgreg-nichols.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Greg Nichols covers robotics, AI, and AR\u002FVR for ZDNET. A full-time journalist and author, he writes about tech, travel, crime, and the economy for global media outlets and reports from across the U.S., South America, and Asia. He's a co-founder of Truly*Adventurous, a digital media platform that produces original tales of true adventure, and an award-winning author.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"adfb4415-c4ca-4702-9690-fe2133e65f9d\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Hungryroot\" data-image-alt-text=\"hungryroot.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"hungryroot.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"980\" data-image-height=\"735\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe days of walking into a giant grocery store with an empty cart and browsing through tens of thousands of items will soon be a routine of the past. With artificial intelligence, technology startups are hoping to change the grocery shopping experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"It's pretty overwhelming to get your food right each week,\" says Alex Weinstein, Chief Digital Officer of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hungryroot.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHungryroot\u003C\u002Fa\u003E an AI grocery company. \"Customers tell us all the time - it takes many hours each week to plan, shop for, and finally cook meals for their households. And yet, each wants to eat healthy. We've made it our mission to make healthy eating easy - instead of overwhelming.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"242678d1-dd6b-419a-9d83-6caa179a07cb\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F242678d1-dd6b-419a-9d83-6caa179a07cb\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat logic coincides with trends in consumer behavior toward contactless shopping and fast delivery. And interestingly this could be a huge boon to a major problem: Food wastage.  An astounding 40% of food produced in the US goes to waste. That's a mind-boggling statistic. The reason has to do with customer habits. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ers.usda.gov\u002Fwebdocs\u002Fpublications\u002F43833\u002F43680_eib121.pdf?v=2843.6\"\u003EAccording to the USDA\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, 21% of food consumers bring to their home ends up wasted,\" Weinstein tells me. \"We find that heartbreaking - it's awful for the wallet and awful for the planet. A lot of food waste comes from a simple issue: buying groceries that \"look great\" without a concrete plan on what to do with them i.e. a recipe.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAI's predictive and suggestion capabilities can help solve that. Hungryroot's AI-powered grocery suggestion algorithm, for example, reduces food wastage by predicting how much of each kind of food to buy before sourcing it. Since customer preferences are known, it's easier to forecast demand and manage inventory. Substitutions can also be made throughout the process, such as at the warehouse and based on customer preferences.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPart of the secret sauce is making it dead simple for customers to use the food they order. Based on ingredients ordered, AI technology can do a better job than Google searches and Pinterest at dialing in specific recipe suggestions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Our business is built around the concept of recipes and of knowing our customers better than any other store or service,\" says Weinstein. \"We know the foods each customer likes and we know their purchasing patterns per their previous deliveries. This data creates a natural ability to build recommendations based on top of what you already have in your pantry. Some of this is already in the product, some of it is in the works - but we know how much consumers care about maximizing value today, so this is very much at the top of our product roadmaps.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt the root of this is the idea that grocery stores are one of the root causes of food waste in America. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ers.usda.gov\u002Fwebdocs\u002Fpublications\u002F43833\u002F43680_eib121.pdf?v=2843.6\"\u003EThe USDA estimates\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in-store food losses at 43 billion pounds, equivalent to 10% of the total retail food supply annually. A company like Hungryroot has driven down the percentage of undeliverable food to around 2%, and it donates the majority of that to local food banks. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOverall, this coincides with a moment of incredible upheaval and uncertainty for the grocery sector. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We've already seen the migration to online accelerate during COVID; this trend will surely continue, however one thing we believe has been quietly happening in parallel is a qualitative increase in consumer expectations,\" says Weinstein. \"Sure, it's easier to virtually shop than to walk around a crowded store, but today's consumer has come to expect more from the etailer of their choice. They want to spend less time on meal planning, they want their grocery store to make their experience better with each visit, and they want their grocer to understand their food preferences.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs grocery delivery skyrockets, AI may also play a key role in reducing food waste dramatically.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-06-16 11:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Technology companies are trying to make shopping easier for consumers. There could be an unexpected benefit for the planet.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"4678fb8c-41fd-408b-9140-9fc2b6d053dc",image:{id:"adfb4415-c4ca-4702-9690-fe2133e65f9d",filename:"hungryroot.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-06-08 19:16:33",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"hungryroot.jpg",credits:"Hungryroot",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F08\u002Fadfb4415-c4ca-4702-9690-fe2133e65f9d\u002Fhungryroot.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:980,height:735,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^AI & Robotics",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"1-way-ai-is-transforming-grocery-shopping",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The #1 way AI is transforming grocery shopping",topic:{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"ai-robotics",name:"AI & Robotics",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"ai-robotics",name:"AI & Robotics",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"60832ece-f84e-43d8-a207-9697d20dc673",slug:"kitchen-household",name:"Kitchen & Household",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"8c929584-9fc8-40e3-9a88-e9a8469a2b11",slug:"delivery-drones",name:"Delivery Drones",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"bf2e3932-df7a-4251-ad3f-833d25aa550c",slug:"sustainability",name:"Smart Planet",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"ad35bfd1-6bd1-4815-8bd6-f43193d3d32f",username:"me51",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Greg",lastName:"Nichols",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813",filename:"greg-nichols.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:23:04",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813\u002Fgreg-nichols.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Greg Nichols covers robotics, AI, and AR\u002FVR for ZDNET. A full-time journalist and author, he writes about tech, travel, crime, and the economy for global media outlets and reports from across the U.S., South America, and Asia. He's a co-founder of Truly*Adventurous, a digital media platform that produces original tales of true adventure, and an award-winning author.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5efcc540-e0e4-4c0f-91be-0d5ca1520fb5\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Pixabay\" data-image-alt-text=\"spying-5279884-1280.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"spying-5279884-1280.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F05\u002F23\" data-image-width=\"1280\" data-image-height=\"853\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EArtificial intelligence and privacy don't always work hand in hand. But when it comes to one sector, commercial driving, AI vision seems to be drastically reducing one of the most astounding examples of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ftopic\u002Fsecurity\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eemployee surveillance\u003C\u002Fa\u003E today.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c82987a1-2350-4ed7-a6ff-5e843b6b2af5\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc82987a1-2350-4ed7-a6ff-5e843b6b2af5\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELiterally, someone is always watching: That's the state of affairs in the commercial driving sector, where many advanced camera-based safety systems like video telematics and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) live stream 24-hour views into the vehicle. The predictable result is that professional drivers often have an unwelcome sense that someone is always watching. Is it any wonder the sector is facing massive worker shortages?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"From a privacy perspective, recording everything a driver does and allowing drop-ins can leave drivers feeling spied-on at work,\" says Yoav Banin, Chief Product Officer at \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nauto.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ENauto\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which is utilizing assistance technology to reduce monitoring and put the power in the hands of the employee. \"Drivers may then resist using the technology, not get the full safety benefits from it, or even look for a job elsewhere.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs with most employer-led surveillance, the intentions are mostly good. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nhtsa.gov\u002Frisky-driving\u002Fdistracted-driving\"\u003EIn 2020, 3,142 people were killed\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in the U.S. in motor vehicle collisions involving distracted drivers. That translates into more than 60 Americans dying every week. We also know that the pandemic is associated with a significant increase in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fcrashstats.nhtsa.dot.gov\u002FApi\u002FPublic\u002FViewPublication\u002F813240\"\u003Eroadway fatalities\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nhtsa.gov\u002Fpress-releases\u002Fusdot-releases-new-data-showing-road-fatalities-spiked-first-half-2021\"\u003Eunsafe driving behavior\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. By monitoring drivers (or making them aware that they can be monitored at any time), fleet operators are hoping to cut down those numbers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut the solution is stomach-churning, and this is a story that goes way beyond tracking. Employer surveillance is a hot button issue, whether in the office, remote work, or on the road and often, it's enabled by technology. But can technologies also help overcome the need for invasive employer practices?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-surveillance-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe 5 best surveillance drones: Next-level inspection UAVs\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAI vision, which is transforming automation sectors like robotics and autonomous and assistive driving, is one example of just that. With driver shortages and continuing supply chain woes, the idea is that a shift to a driver-centric approach that gives drivers accurate information with enough time to react allows them to improve their performance and avoid collisions on their own. It's also proving to be far more agreeable in terms of professional driver adoption and operational success. And it seems to be effective: these systems have the potential to prevent 62% of total traffic deaths and about 60% of total traffic injuries, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Finjuryfacts.nsc.org\u002Fmotor-vehicle\u002Foccupant-protection\u002Fadvanced-driver-assistance-systems\u002Fdata-details\u002F\"\u003Eaccording to the NSC.\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Stories about the driver shortage are all over the news right now, but the truth is, that shortage has been growing for years, and I don't anticipate it going away anytime soon,\" Banin tells me. \"Drivers have a choice about where to work, and fleets need a way to attract and keep top-performing drivers. Fleets using a safety solution that respects driver privacy and that considers context are in a much better position to recruit and retain the best drivers than fleets recording drivers all the time or dropping in on them unannounced.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn a tight labor market, employees can increasingly leverage their options to reduce what they feel is undue monitoring. Nauto is an excellent example — the company is betting that empowering employees rather than spying on them is the real secret to safety, and it's seeing customer feedback to that effect. Nauto does that via AI technology, giving drivers accurate real-time alerts that rapidly reduce risky driving behavior and help prevent collisions. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"That helps fleets quickly improve safety,\" says Banin. \"We have customers who have seen distracted driving drop 80% within weeks, with minimal management intervention. Customers see collision reductions of up to 80%, and many start seeing a positive return on investment within months.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's a lesson that employers in several sectors should take to heart: Engaging and informing employees is not only more effective, it's likely necessary as competition for workers escalates. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"27b1c99c-306c-4079-bbdd-e15f4018cf06\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F27b1c99c-306c-4079-bbdd-e15f4018cf06\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-05-24 11:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"How tech (and a tight hiring market) are eliminating surveillance in commercial trucking.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"555b5b48-7241-4812-b78a-4e7d29de01cf",image:{id:"5efcc540-e0e4-4c0f-91be-0d5ca1520fb5",filename:"spying-5279884-1280.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-05-23 20:00:07",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"spying-5279884-1280.jpg",credits:"Pixabay",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F05\u002F23\u002F5efcc540-e0e4-4c0f-91be-0d5ca1520fb5\u002Fspying-5279884-1280.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1280,height:853,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^AI & Robotics",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"moving-beyond-employee-surveillance-in-transportation",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Moving beyond employee surveillance in transportation",topic:{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"ai-robotics",name:"AI & Robotics",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"ai-robotics",name:"AI & Robotics",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"10ac1647-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"legal",name:"Legal",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f011c72e-ed77-4c8a-a687-438e5833ebad",username:"vafshar",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Vala",lastName:"Afshar",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"ab92dc3c-5d0e-4d35-930f-b8eb82c6f115",filename:"vala-afshar-author.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2018-02-05 19:33:20",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2018\u002F02\u002F05\u002Fab92dc3c-5d0e-4d35-930f-b8eb82c6f115\u002Fvala-afshar-author.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Vala Afshar is the Chief Digital Evangelist for Salesforce. Afshar is the author of The Pursuit of Social Business Excellence. Afshar is also the co-host of DisrupTV, a weekly show covering the latest digital business and innovation market trends.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5db1fdfe-6fd5-4676-84cf-a8bb5ba753ce\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Shutterstock\" data-image-alt-text=\"erepublic-brightspotcdn\" data-image-filename=\"erepublic-brightspotcdn.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F23\" data-image-width=\"840\" data-image-height=\"438\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to recent research from Salesforce, the automotive industry is in the midst of a historic digital transformation. For the Trends in Automotive report, Salesforce Industries Insights surveyed 500 employees of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), captive finance companies, and retailers worldwide to learn more about digital imperatives that are transforming the customer experience. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe research highlighted three key trends: \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Col\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAutomotive customers ride a bumpy road: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ECustomers are eager for streamlined digital buying experiences, but companies are struggling to deliver.\u003Cstrong\u003E \u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ELess than one in five OEMs and retailers believe their digital storefronts are engaging and mobile-friendly and with the same number reporting inventory accuracy problems online. \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECompanies believe customer data builds a better customer experience: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ECompanies are prioritizing collecting customer data but are having trouble putting it to good use. 93% of companies agreed that first-party data would substantially improve the customer experience.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWith profits under pressure, companies pursue new revenue opportunities: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ECompanies are investing large sums in electric vehicle research and development and offsetting tighter margins with new revenue from subscriptions and partnerships. 85% of companies agreed that the research and development cost of transitioning to EVs will be a substantial risk to the industry's profits for the next five years.  \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Fol\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EAutomotive customers ride a bumpy road \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe automotive shopping experience is more digital today than ever before. OEMs, captive finance companies, and retailers are building on the digital experiences offered in other industries, such as retail. The research also highlights the post-purchase experience to be more digital and virtual, from managing their loans to purchasing additional miles on their leases to downloading service updates.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EResearch indicates that companies aren't as far along on their digital journeys as they might believe. Salesforce research found that 73% of companies believe they are overperforming when it comes to digital transformation; \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mckinsey.com\u002Findustries\u002Fautomotive-and-assembly\u002Four-insights\u002Fa-future-beyond-brick-and-mortar-disruption-in-automotive-retail\"\u003Erecent research from McKinsey\u003C\u002Fa\u003E shows physical touchpoints (and unsatisfying interactions) still dominate the buying experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"8b124532-a6f8-4bda-8575-34a3952e244e\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EDigital Maturity: The percentage of companies that ranked themselves as somewhat or far above average when it comes to providing digitized and personalized services in the following domains.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"picture1.png\" data-image-filename=\"picture1.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F23\" data-image-width=\"975\" data-image-height=\"345\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECustomers want price transparency and streamlined lending, but companies are not delivering. Only 27% of captive finance companies rated their online automobile financing tools as far above average. Even worse, only 24% of those surveyed report that the prices on their website consistently match what customers actually pay. That's a problem, given that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.salesforce.com\u002Fresources\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fstate-of-the-connected-customer\u002F\"\u003E74% of consumers\u003C\u002Fa\u003E say communicating honestly and transparently is more important now than before the pandemic.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E A complex path-to-purchase is challenging e-commerce capabilities. Less than one in five OEMs and retailers believe their digital storefronts are engaging and mobile-friendly. The same number also reports inventory accuracy problems online. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-loved-driving-hyundai-ioniq-5-and-kia-ev6-but-theres-only-one-reason-i-cant-buy-one\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EI loved driving the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. There's only one reason I can't buy one\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to retailers, customers who want to use online channels to customize the options on a brand new vehicle also face challenges. For example, 79% say that customizing trim and color options online isn't easy. The amount of time it takes to complete a transaction also leaves much to be desired, with only 21% of OEMs and retailers believing they offer a fast buying experience. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe post-purchase experience needs to improve. Caring for customers \u003Cem\u003Eafter\u003C\u002Fem\u003E the sale should be simpler, but right now, digital post-purchase experiences are challenging companies: 79% of OEMs and retailers report customers having trouble accessing their personal accounts or service case through digital channels.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003ECompanies believe customer data builds a better customer experience\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E95% of automotive companies buy customer data from third-party sources to support marketing initiatives, but \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.salesforce.com\u002Fau\u002Fblog\u002F2021\u002F09\u002Fzero-party-data-marketing-strategy.html\"\u003Echanging internet privacy regulations\u003C\u002Fa\u003E mean companies must gather information directly from customers themselves. In the future, customers must explicitly agree to share first-party data like an email address and mobile phone number, along with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.salesforce.com\u002Fresources\u002Farticles\u002Fwhat-is-zero-party-data\u002F#:~:text=%22Zero%2Dparty%20data%20is%20that,to%20recognize%20%5Bthem%5D.%22\"\u003Ezero-party data\u003C\u002Fa\u003E like product preferences and purchase intentions. 93% of companies agreed that first-party data will substantially improve the customer experience. Only 46% of companies report having comprehensive data. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe communication needs to be more timely and relevant - personalization is key. Only 26% of captive finance companies and 22% of OEMs and retailers can personalize communications across channels like email and text --  something that \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.salesforce.com\u002Fresources\u002Fresearch-reports\u002Fstate-of-the-connected-customer\u002F\"\u003E73% of customers\u003C\u002Fa\u003E already expect. This kind of messaging drives incremental sales and margin, according to 87% of executives surveyed. Yet, according to our research, 78% of OEMs and retailers report they cannot customize communications based on specific accounts or even customer complaints.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EConnected vehicles that link to devices or services over the internet are an important new source of first-party data. The report found that 50% of companies surveyed reported they are currently investing heavily in activating first-party data from connected vehicles to improve the customer experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"6a9bd161-27cb-4b0d-83d9-c9c5d4839cc3\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EInvestments in the connected car experience improvements and technologies\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-alt-text=\"picture2.png\" data-image-filename=\"picture2.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F23\" data-image-width=\"767\" data-image-height=\"464\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EWith profits under pressure, companies pursue new revenue opportunities\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe automotive industry is investing more in electric vehicles. Today, entry-priced electric vehicles (EVs) are often loss leaders for OEMs, with models priced for profit out of reach for many consumers. At the same time, environmental regulations are leading OEMs to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.reuters.com\u002Fbusiness\u002Fautos-transportation\u002Fexclusive-global-carmakers-now-target-515-billion-evs-batteries-2021-11-10\u002F\"\u003Einvest heavily\u003C\u002Fa\u003E in EVs. As North American and European companies \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww2.deloitte.com\u002Fglobal\u002Fen\u002Fpages\u002Fconsumer-business\u002Farticles\u002Fglobal-automotive-consumer-study.html\"\u003Epush consumers\u003C\u002Fa\u003E toward environmentally sustainable transportation, their bottom lines could pay the price: 85% agreed that the research and development cost of transitioning to EVs will be a substantial risk to the industry's profits for the next five years. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESubscriptions and partnerships offer new revenue opportunities for OEMs. As companies race to develop reliable, safe, and affordable EVs, they are turning to subscriptions and partnerships as revenue generators: 68% of OEMs and 62% of retailers are already investing in Internet of Things (IoT) applications such as Apple CarPlay and smart home devices. Captive finance companies are also exploring new ideas, like giving customers the chance to buy use-based insurance products, allowing them to streamline the purchase of extra lease miles online, and bundling financing and maintenance into a single payment for commercial purchasers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Automotive Industry report concludes by emphasizing the EV revenue opportunity. \"As EV adoption grows globally, the pressure is on companies to solve concerns related to vehicle affordability, charging station availability and compatibility, and the harmful environmental impact caused by mining battery minerals. As companies in the industry \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.wsj.com\u002Farticles\u002Fclimate-bill-aims-to-boost-americas-charging-network-to-meet-rising-ev-demand-11660302180\"\u003Eadapt to new incentives\u003C\u002Fa\u003E promised by the Inflation Reduction Act, some out-of-sector businesses are already \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fqz-com.cdn.ampproject.org\u002Fc\u002Fs\u002Fqz.com\u002F2185346\u002Fwhy-are-starbucks-and-kroger-investing-in-ev-charging-stations\u002Famp\u002F\"\u003Ejumping on a new growth opportunity\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI am a member of the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.experiencespermile.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EExperience Per Mile 'EPM' advisory council\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. The EPM Advisory Council was formed to encourage collaboration among an exclusive group of automotive executives, analysts and industry insiders regarding the changing value chains in automotive being driven by the connected movement. The purpose of the Advisory Council is to uncover best practices and foster cross-industry innovation to define and improve the in-vehicle experience for consumers. The council published the 2022 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.experiencespermile.org\u002Fblogs\u002Fnew-epm-index-for-auto-june\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEPM Index\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, a rating system that differentiates across trip types and various vehicle models. The first-ever \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fexperiencespermile.org\u002Freports\u002Fcreating-the-first-epm-index-for-automotive-report\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEPM Index Report\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for the automotive industry can be found here. The key findings of the EPM Index further validate the research from Salesforce. Consumers who use more technology features tend to have higher EPM scores. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"f4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Ff4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-08-30 18:07:20",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The automotive industry is in the midst of a historic digital transformation. The Trends in Automotive report highlights the digital imperatives that are transforming the customer experience.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"931ab810-3a17-49f2-ab8e-f060671b3173",image:{id:"933be128-f442-4cee-a2c7-0345e1be1199",filename:"erepublic-brightspotcdn.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-23 16:40:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"erepublic-brightspotcdn",credits:c,caption:"\u003Cp\u003ETrends In Automotive Industry 2022\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F23\u002F933be128-f442-4cee-a2c7-0345e1be1199\u002Ferepublic-brightspotcdn.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:840,height:438,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"the-automotive-industry-industry-is-accelerating-digital-transformation",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The automotive industry is investing more in digital transformation and electric vehicles",topic:{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"4bbd52b3-12fc-4183-9f2a-1274944fbf8d",slug:"digital-transformation",name:"Digital Transformation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"88b855ba-103c-4794-a8d4-052c0da82cd5\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThey went after the money, not the customer.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E(A screenshot from a Delta video.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Chris Matyszczyk\u002FScreenshot\" data-image-alt-text=\"screen-shot-2022-07-18-at-5-18-46-pm.png\" data-image-filename=\"screen-shot-2022-07-18-at-5-18-46-pm.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F07\u002F19\" data-image-width=\"1704\" data-image-height=\"818\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's all OK.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere's nothing to see here.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou may have endured stresses, strife, delays of endless hours, flight cancellations and even ruined vacations, but everything is now going to be just fine.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the airlines, that is. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9df049c3-2b84-47ee-9fa6-ffa6330ae2f0\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9df049c3-2b84-47ee-9fa6-ffa6330ae2f0\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor you, well, you may have gained travel vouchers or bags under your eyes, but you're just the collateral damage of, well, what exactly?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the longest time this year, airlines insisted they were enduring staff shortages, bad weather and even alleged understaffing at air traffic control.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt least, this is the sort of thing they told their customers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI suspect, though, that the majority of those customers don't listen to what the airline tells financial analysts when they present their quarterly figures.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis could be because slivers of truth emerge that, should they reach most customers' ears, would light them on fire, with the flames searing their eyebrows.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETherefore, I found myself leaning toward the unhinged on hearing a quite galling, touchingly grotesque explanation (and confession) that came during \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdelta-air-lines-just-made-an-embarrassing-announcement-you-may-be-livid\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDelta\u003C\u002Fa\u003E's recent second-quarter numbers talk.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESpeaking to \u003Cem\u003ECNBC\u003C\u002Fem\u003E, Delta CEO Ed Bastian \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cnn.com\u002F2022\u002F07\u002F13\u002Fbusiness\u002Fdelta-earnings\u002Findex.html?utm_source=pocket_mylist\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebegan\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: \"This was an industry, not just Delta, that was starved for revenue for the last two years.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm sure the tears are already forming a tsunami beneath your singed eyebrows. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat it is to be starved of revenue. Especially when you've taken $52 billion of government money, ostensibly to keep your workforce intact and then, well, let quite a lot of that workforce go.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps I'm being harsh. Running an airline is clearly difficult. Tough decisions must be made. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, but Bastian continued: \"When the spring came, and the huge surge came, we all stressed ourselves to do everything we could to take in and capture as much of that revenue. We pushed too hard.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome might translate this as: \"We're an airline. We want to make all the money we can. So we did, without thinking through whether this might make a total and utter calamitous mess of our customers' lives.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt seems Delta didn't think of its customers, its brand or its own capabilities. It just wanted the money. And if all you could get from the airline was travel vouchers, well, who knows when you'll actually be able to use them?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat may seem even more troubling is that this is coming from Delta. It's an airline that's built its brand on reliability, customer service, and generally being more human-focused than many of its competitors. Customers paid a premium for this.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fa-delta-passenger-asked-a-simple-question-the-answer-was-a-disaster\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EA Delta passenger asked a simple question. The answer was a disaster\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut here, it sounds like, of all things, Facebook. It just went for maximum revenue without considering a single potential -- and quite predictable -- consequence.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDid no one at the airline mutter: \"You know what? I'm not sure we can get there from here.\"?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow, Delta's pilots \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Famerican-airlines-pilots-recommend-you-fly-delta-or-united\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eare picketing\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, insisting the airline continues to create unreasonable, unworkable schedules.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI almost forgot. Bastian wasn't done with his lyricism. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe offered: \"In the past, we were talking about fights on the airplane. Now there's a fight trying to get into the airplane because people want to go.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThey do, indeed, want to go. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut Delta's abject, thoughtless revenue-grasping means too many of them weren't able to go at all, even when they'd bought a ticket.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-07-24 16:01:13",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"It's painful, as well as laughable, when an airline confesses that customers weren't actually its first priority.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"404481cc-2b05-409e-ad96-fb7f0b503412",image:{id:"88b855ba-103c-4794-a8d4-052c0da82cd5",filename:"screen-shot-2022-07-18-at-5-18-46-pm.png",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-07-19 00:19:14",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"screen-shot-2022-07-18-at-5-18-46-pm.png",credits:"A screenshot from a Delta video",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EThey went after the money, not the customer.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E(A screenshot from a Delta video.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F07\u002F19\u002F88b855ba-103c-4794-a8d4-052c0da82cd5\u002Fscreen-shot-2022-07-18-at-5-18-46-pm.png",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1704,height:818,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"delta-air-lines-just-made-a-callous-admission-that-customers-may-find-galling",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Delta Air Lines just made a callous admission that customers may find galling",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"8c4d47af-8404-4442-9c1e-d392cdac883e\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EHappier now?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Southwest Airlines\" data-image-alt-text=\"screen-shot-2021-07-07-at-4-01-12-pm.png\" data-image-filename=\"screen-shot-2021-07-07-at-4-01-12-pm.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2021\u002F07\u002F07\" data-image-width=\"1872\" data-image-height=\"934\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHas an airline made you happy lately?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOr has it driven you to levels of despair last experienced when, well, you last flew on an airline?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"a63f50c9-f9a5-479f-a20d-ddd75914a5f8\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fa63f50c9-f9a5-479f-a20d-ddd75914a5f8\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToo often, it seems that airlines promise to deliver heightened levels of service and only end up delivering heightened levels of angst and grief.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOddly, though, one major airline has taken a large step toward -- perhaps -- relaxing your furrowed brow. A smidgen, at least.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou see, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-just-made-a-confession-that-may-make-customers-weep\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESouthwest Airlines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which prides itself on smiles and jokes -- a little difficult when \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-has-cancelled-20000-flights-now-for-the-really-bad-news\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eyou're cancelling tens of thousands of flights\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- just veered toward even cheerier customer service.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps you didn't think it was possible for Southwest to be any cheerier. Its staff are always so very happy, except when they finally lose their temper with some recalcitrant oaf of a passenger. (And who can blame them for that?)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStill, the airline just announced that the customer service voice you hear on the other end of the line -- if you can finally get through, that is -- will possibly sound even more inclined to help.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo, the airline didn't use those words. But, in a fit of holy humanity, Southwest \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cnbc.com\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F09\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-customer-service-agents-to-work-fully-remote.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eannounced it's closing its customer service call centers\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Yes, all of them. Every single one. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many did already work remotely. But now, Southwest is fully committed to homespun service.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo longer will your customer service agent be huddled right next to another customer service agent, who'll be wishing they weren't huddled right next to anyone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EInstead, they'll be huddled next to their dog, their cat or a strange green statue they bought on vacation in South Carolina.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"9df049c3-2b84-47ee-9fa6-ffa6330ae2f0\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F9df049c3-2b84-47ee-9fa6-ffa6330ae2f0\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow, why would Southwest do something like this? Is it to improve the level of customer service? It might be. Is it to make its customer service employees happier? It could be. Or it could be that the airline finds it so hard to recruit anyone right now that even the slightest additional benefit might tip the scales. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe're talking, after all, about the airline which \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-admits-to-an-insulting-problem-thatll-drive-everyone-crazy\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esuffers from 20% of its new hires not turning up on their first day at work\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cnbc.com\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F09\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-customer-service-agents-to-work-fully-remote.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESouthwest's statement\u003C\u002Fa\u003E alluding to such dire realities: \"Evolving to a fully remote workforce brings increased flexibility, both in attracting and hiring new employees from across the country and in scheduling current employees who have worked at record efficiency in a remote work environment.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI fear those of excessively rational countenance will suggest this is a bad move. How can these people now be managed effectively? Moreover, some research suggests that working from home \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.washingtonpost.com\u002Foutlook\u002F2021\u002F09\u002F24\u002Fworking-home-productivity-pandemic-remote\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emay dull your productivity\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs can be the case with research, other research \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fno-working-from-home-doesnt-harm-productivity-says-study\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Einsists this is bunkum\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Which hasn't stopped some companies -- hullo, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-sets-a-date-for-its-return-to-the-office\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EApple\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- from insisting their employees return or face ejection from the spaceship. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMoreover, most of Southwest's biggest rivals, such as United, Delta and American, still herd customer service staff into vast bullpens of discomfort.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut is there, or has there ever been, a reason why those trying to please customers -- or at least calm them down -- should be sitting in call centers with cacophony all around them? Has it always merely been an attempt at management control? If I can see you, I know you're there, so you must be working.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt heart, what customers care about is whether the customer service agent actually comes on the line and whether they can then solve their problem, preferably with a touch of empathy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere's at least now a chance that Southwest's customers will see a slight improvement in mood from their customer service agents.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can sometimes detect what mood they're in, can't you? A little inflection here, a sigh there, a monotone that says, 'I don't want to be here.'\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow, you might even hear a happy bark or meow in the background. It'd be on-brand for Southwest, wouldn't it?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-06-19 04:00:01",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Some research insists this is the path to disaster. Common sense might suggest otherwise.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"3e69d47b-84eb-4e40-8d3d-53a3d0f518cd",image:{id:"8c4d47af-8404-4442-9c1e-d392cdac883e",filename:"screen-shot-2021-07-07-at-4-01-12-pm.png",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-07-07 23:01:31",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"screen-shot-2021-07-07-at-4-01-12-pm.png",credits:"Southwest Airlines",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EHappier now?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F07\u002F07\u002F8c4d47af-8404-4442-9c1e-d392cdac883e\u002Fscreen-shot-2021-07-07-at-4-01-12-pm.png",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1872,height:934,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"with-a-controversial-move-southwest-airlines-tries-for-better-customer-service",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"With a controversial move, Southwest Airlines tries for better customer service",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"a1897105-61bd-4610-abb3-4804906d4a9a",slug:"home-and-office",name:"Home & Office",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5d2b9364-b673-4a90-9ec3-e75a454310c0\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ESexy now?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"United Airlines\u002FScreenshot by Chris Matyszczyk\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"United airplane on the runway.\" data-image-filename=\"screen-shot-2022-06-30-at-10-14-36-am.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"1456\" data-image-height=\"704\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy friend Kevin had his late-evening \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fa-united-airlines-pilot-made-a-big-speech-to-passengers-not-everyone-will-love-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EUnited Airlines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E flight cancelled last week, at the very last moment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe ostensible reason was weather. His fear was that, though there was some rain around, the pilots and cabin crew had timed out and the airline had no one to replace them.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe called \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F10-key-customer-service-trends-for-2022-and-beyond\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecustomer service\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. There, a very nice man told him to go to the ticket counter and talk to a representative. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKevin explained there was no one at the ticket counter, to which the nice man on the phone exclaimed: \"Whaaaaatttt?\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Funited-airlines-employees-just-showed-how-to-use-data-to-shame-your-bosses\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUnited Airlines employees just showed how to use data to shame your bosses\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKevin arrived home a day later than scheduled. I tried to soothe him by saying, \"Please don't worry, Kevin. United is sexy now.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe replied with a withering \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FGurn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Egurn\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat could I do but explain that United's image has now completely changed. Why, it's just signed a partnership with Emirates, something \u003Cem\u003EThe\u003C\u002Fem\u003E \u003Cem\u003EPoints Guy\u003C\u002Fem\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fthepointsguy.com\u002Fnews\u002Funited-airlines-emirates-codeshare-partnership\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edescribed\u003C\u002Fa\u003E as \"once unthinkable.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ELet's be friends. Let's be sexy\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUS airlines and their Middle Eastern brethren have enjoyed something of a standoff for quite a few years. Please try and maintain your dignity when I tell you the problem seems to have been that the home governments of Emirates, Etihad, and Qatar Airways garlanded these airlines with large amounts of money. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes, and not just during the pandemic.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut, back to the sexy. To celebrate this fine new union, United and Emirates \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fwatch?v=ZmZhZpSnIRc\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ereleased\u003C\u002Fa\u003E an uncontrollably glossy ad, adorned with impossibly glamorous pilots and flight attendants. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere are ridiculously alluring United employees getting out of limousines, sauntering through an airport, and encountering their new Emirates partners, as Frank Sinatra sings, \"Come Fly With Me.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Famerican-airlines-decided-to-be-honest-with-customers-they-may-not-like-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAmerican Airlines decided to be honest with customers. They may not like it\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"United","author_url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fc\u002Funited","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fembed\u002FZmZhZpSnIRc?autoplay=false&amp;loop=false&amp;fs=true&amp;start=0&amp;rel=true&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"United and Emirates: Come fly with us\\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\u002F\u002Fi.ytimg.com\u002Fvi\u002FZmZhZpSnIRc\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"United and Emirates: Come fly with us","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FZmZhZpSnIRc\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIs this how their lives are now going to be? It seems so. Everyone is so happy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is the dawn of a new era. This signifies that United will now offer a completely elevated experience, doesn't it?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWho am I to say? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI can tell you that Sir Tim Clark, president of Emirates, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fliveandletsfly.com\u002Ftim-clark-united-airlines-service\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esaid\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: \"I'm not worried. Emirates has been a great force in the industry for restoring service and we continue to see improvements from others. United is serious about its soft product and will continue to make strides.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWe're not moved\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGet ready, then. It's a new dawn, a new era, come fly with United for your next business trip.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERemember those incredibly inviting, happy pilots and flight attendants in the ad? Well, their unions, and the unions representing all other United employees, offered a drier reaction.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThey penned \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.goiam.org\u002Fnews\u002Funited-emirates-codeshare-labor-is-watching\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ea joint letter\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, invitingly entitled: United – Emirates Codeshare: Labor is Watching.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo, the tone of the letter wasn't more friendly than its title. Sample: \"After years of highlighting the unfair business practices of state-owned enterprises (SOE) such as Emirates Airlines and other Middle East carriers, United's announcement of a new codeshare agreement demands scrutiny.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat kind of scrutiny? This kind: \"To protect the jobs of U.S. airline workers, there must be continued financial transparency and improved labor standards that ensure fairness is maintained in all Open Skies and codeshare agreements.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdelta-air-lines-ruined-things-for-richer-customers-then-someone-had-an-idea\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDelta Airlines ruined things for richer customers. Then someone had an idea\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E   \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESurely, there was a positive word somewhere in the letter, you wonder. There was. The word was \"tremendous.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe context? It was this: \"These subsidies put U.S. airlines at a tremendous economic disadvantage and threaten U.S. airline workers' jobs. American workers can compete with any foreign airline when on a level playing field. We cannot compete against entire countries.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm not sure about all of that. I don't think I'd choose any US airline over many European ones for a transatlantic flight.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut, in case you hadn't by now grasped that United's employees aren't happy, its unions also offered: \"The fact remains that there are currently no independent labor unions in the United Arab Emirates. This has led to a systemic, unacceptable assault on airline workers' rights, with alarming accounts of unfair labor practices and intimidation by employers.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat doesn't sound so sexy at all, does it?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWe need to talk about Kevin\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStill, United is making strides. It's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Funited-airlines-just-made-a-ridiculous-promise-to-customers-can-you-believe-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Enow promising\u003C\u002Fa\u003E you'll never have to stand in line to talk to its customer service staff. That's enticing, right?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut let's leave the last word to Kevin. I sent him this new United ad and asked for his view. He knows a thing or two about brands and business.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHis verdict: \"This is a huge PR win for United and an unforced error for Emirates. Emirates has a reputation for first- class service that runs throughout every aspect of the airline -- even if you're in coach. United is the exact opposite: a 'coach-first' approach that infuses everything with the feeling of cheapness and indifference in the name of expediency. The closest example I could think of is when Mercedes merged with Chrysler, which frankly tarnished the reputation of both companies.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes, Kevin flies a lot for business.\u003Cbr\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2aecadad-f0db-49e1-83aa-7e32415a2aaf\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2aecadad-f0db-49e1-83aa-7e32415a2aaf\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-09-24 12:00:07",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"For your next business trip, you'll surely consider United now. Or will you?",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"b0a266aa-cf95-4b4b-b99b-131813d5a378",image:{id:"5d2b9364-b673-4a90-9ec3-e75a454310c0",filename:"screen-shot-2022-06-30-at-10-14-36-am.png",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-06-30 17:16:10",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"screen-shot-2022-06-30-at-10-14-36-am.png",credits:"A screenshot from a United video.",caption:"\u003Cp\u003ESexy now?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E(A screenshot from a United video)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F30\u002F5d2b9364-b673-4a90-9ec3-e75a454310c0\u002Fscreen-shot-2022-06-30-at-10-14-36-am.png",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1456,height:704,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"united-airlines-wants-you-to-believe-its-sexy-its-employees-dont-like-that",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"United Airlines wants you to believe it's sexy (its employees don't like that)",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"ad35bfd1-6bd1-4815-8bd6-f43193d3d32f",username:"me51",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Greg",lastName:"Nichols",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813",filename:"greg-nichols.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:23:04",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813\u002Fgreg-nichols.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Greg Nichols covers robotics, AI, and AR\u002FVR for ZDNET. A full-time journalist and author, he writes about tech, travel, crime, and the economy for global media outlets and reports from across the U.S., South America, and Asia. He's a co-founder of Truly*Adventurous, a digital media platform that produces original tales of true adventure, and an award-winning author.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5d5d5900-4f90-4e8b-9d17-7e3ac9f88307\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"R. Classen \u002F Shutterstock\" data-image-alt-text=\"First person point of view of someone driving a car\" data-image-filename=\"first-person-point-of-view-car.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2021\u002F10\u002F19\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne of the nation's largest insurers is beginning the rollout of a behavior-based driving insurance product. Dubbed IntelliDrive via Connected Car, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.travelers.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETravelers\u003C\u002Fa\u003E believes the new product will benefit safe drivers beginning with customers in Pennsylvania and Illinois.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut will drivers consent to having their driving behavior monitored in real-time?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIntelliDrive via \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-car-of-the-future-is-connected-autonomous-shared-and-electric\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EConnected Car\u003C\u002Fa\u003E uses driving data related to factors like braking, acceleration, speed, and time of day to immediately calculate a customer's IntelliDrive score, which is then used to develop their personalized insurance premium quote. Travelers has partnered with data analytics firm LexisNexis, which will provide the driving data from cars that are enrolled in the program. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI connected with Joe Meisinger, Vice President of Personal Insurance Product at Travelers Insurance, who told me the service will benefit conscientious drivers in a number of ways.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"With IntelliDrive via Connected Vehicles, safe driving customers can benefit from savings right away instead of waiting until renewal,\" Meisinger says. \"Safe driving habits can lead to savings of up to 30%, while riskier driving habits may result in a higher premium, which encourages safe driving and offers savings to customers who do so. This program focuses on a more personalized rate based on users' safe driving habits.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fstop-ignoring-your-cars-most-important-safety-feature\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EStop ignoring your car's most important safety feature\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETravelers Insurance plans to continue expanding its telematics offerings -- the technologies used to track and transmit driving data -- into the future, leveraging advances in technology and customer insights. The reality is that this is undoubtedly the way the insurance industry will go in years ahead. Insurers have long rewarded good driving records, and with the prevalence of connected technologies, there's a huge incentive for underwriters to seek a more granular picture of individual customers' risk profiles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor now, customers have a choice to opt in if their vehicle has embedded technology, and the year, make, and model are supported by IntelliDrive.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"f4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Ff4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"IntelliDrive via Connected Vehicles makes enrolling in telematics easy,\" Meisinger stresses. \"If a customer opts in, Travelers will simply use vehicle-level data to influence their insurance premium based on driving behaviors captured by the vehicle. If the data reflects safe driving performance, customers can be rewarded right away.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll of this underscores the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-automotive-industry-industry-is-accelerating-digital-transformation\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etransitional moment\u003C\u002Fa\u003E we're in across the personal transportation paradigm. The advent of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Felon-musk-says-that-the-self-driving-tesla-could-be-ready-by-the-end-of-the-year\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eself-driving cars\u003C\u002Fa\u003E introduces new complexities into the picture, although Travelers believes the current insurance infrastructure is well-suited to addressing these changes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fchinas-new-sky-train-floats-under-its-track-using-magnets-and-ai\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EChina's new \"sky train\" floats under an elevated track, using magnets and AI\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeisinger adds, \"As we move to greater levels of autonomy, the existing system will also help to minimize consumer confusion, regulatory uncertainty, and market disruptions. And it will ensure consistency during the period in which autonomous vehicles and driver-operated vehicles will share the road. Keep in mind that auto insurance is also the best way to protect against other issues that arise with vehicle ownership, autonomous or not, including issues related to weather damage and theft.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the time being, savvy customers with safe driving histories probably should embrace behavior-based insurance, largely because the savings at this early stage make it a good bargain. That may not sit well with the squeamish, who fear the ramifications of tracking. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-dash-cam\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe dash cams to get if you want peace of mind while on the road\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe reality, for better or (more likely) worse, is that we consent to a broad array of tracking and monitoring as it is, most of which come without the benefit of a discount. We may as well save a little money in the process.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-08-30 20:39:59",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Behavior-based insurance is likely here to stay.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"d6e933b9-3130-4750-9a6e-b9406618d249",image:{id:"5d5d5900-4f90-4e8b-9d17-7e3ac9f88307",filename:"first-person-point-of-view-car.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-10-19 16:58:50",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"first-person-point-of-view-car.jpg",credits:"R. Classen \u002F Shutterstock",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F10\u002F19\u002F5d5d5900-4f90-4e8b-9d17-7e3ac9f88307\u002Ffirst-person-point-of-view-car.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:1069,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"this-car-insurance-monitors-your-driving-and-sets-your-premium-accordingly",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"This car insurance monitors your driving and sets your premium accordingly",topic:{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"ai-robotics",name:"AI & Robotics",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"36d815b5-fc28-4424-ab57-a7db22867009",slug:"autonomous-vehicles",name:"Autonomous Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"bf2e3932-df7a-4251-ad3f-833d25aa550c",slug:"sustainability",name:"Smart Planet",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"500a62b0-ba09-43d3-8b2e-c8338f527faa\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"NextNewMedia\u002FShutterstock\" data-image-alt-text=\"United Airlines plane above clouds in the sky\" data-image-filename=\"united-airlines.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2021\u002F10\u002F08\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1069\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAirfares have gone up lately.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis doesn't seem to have stopped people from booking flights and even choosing to pay more for a better class of seat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWell, those seats at the back really are the worst, aren't they? And there's no reason to believe they'll get any better.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c20a9d86-5bb9-4729-97f3-299c0b1182e4\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc20a9d86-5bb9-4729-97f3-299c0b1182e4\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou'd think, then, that airlines would be quite happy right now, especially as they're saying they see no effects of the impending -- or, perhaps, already arrived -- \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthese-three-tech-skills-could-help-recession-proof-your-career-say-bosses\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erecession\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, but we're talking airlines here. It seems like they've always got a plan to squeeze more out of customers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThankfully, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Funited-airlines-thinks-youre-a-fool-if-you-fly-southwest\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EUnited Airlines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E CEO Scott Kirby decided to reveal a little of the company's heart, soul, and revenue-generating goals. Customers may find his words quaint in their forthright twistedness.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fartemis-mission-how-you-can-track-orions-trip-to-the-moon-in-real-time\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETrack the Orion's trip to the moon in real time\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fliveandletsfly.com\u002Funited-airlines-future-bailouts\u002F?utm_source=pocket_saves\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ereported\u003C\u002Fa\u003E by Live and Let's Fly, Kirby recently spoke to the airline's employees via video. He wanted to emphasize the importance of being profitable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut, of course. Every company CEO wants increased profitability. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKirby's logic, though, may turn a stomach or two: \"We need to be at the top of the industry in terms of profitability. That matters for the obvious reasons, but it also matters because in a crisis, if the crisis is bad enough, history has shown us that national governments all around the world will support their airlines and make sure they can fly through and be there on the other side of the crisis.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAh, so United wants more of your money now, so that it can get even more of your money in the future? It's almost heartening to hear an airline CEO confess that airlines always know they'll be bailed out by taxpayer money because they're too important to fail.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOr, in Kirby's words: \"We're a critical part of the infrastructure and they have to have us. They need us there on the other side.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHow about that? United is not a capitalist concern as much as it's a government arm.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKirby, though, wasn't done. He insisted that profitability was also a specific survival strategy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"What might happen is there are times that governments will let two or three airlines fail if there's a crisis because they don't think they're going to need all the airlines,\" he said. \"So it's important -- it's the old bear analogy, you want to be faster than the other guy -- to be at the front of the industry so that again you just have more runway, more ability to deal with the longer-term crises when they happen.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis all leaves interesting emotions for humanity to embrace. Employees are given to believe they must keep costs down and be productive, because otherwise the airline might not get a bailout next time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E(Honestly, how believable is that?)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd consumers will now hear that airlines -- United, at least -- always know they'll get money from both of the consumers' pockets. Yes, dear consumer, you are the airline's double whammy bank.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fchick-fil-a-finally-gave-employees-what-it-gives-customers-no-not-chicken\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChick-Fil-A finally gave employees what it gives customers (no, not chicken)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps that's merely the way of the world. Four airlines hold more than 80% of all airline seats in America and they leverage their oligopoly in every way they can.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd all United's employees have to do is to keep on ensuring the airline is profitable. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOn that very note, indeed, Kirby added: \"The good news on that front is that for the first time in a decade, United is now ahead of both Delta and Southwest in terms of profitability. We've got to keep it going, but it's really encouraging as we did that in the third quarter and it looks like we're going to do it again in the fourth quarter. I think we're set up to continue doing that forever.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAh, the promise of forever.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIs it any wonder United's pilots are holding out for a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Funited-airlines-wants-you-to-believe-its-sexy-its-employees-dont-like-that\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebetter contract\u003C\u002Fa\u003E?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWould this be a fine time to mention that United's current tagline is Good Leads The Way?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-11-19 13:00:21",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"It's always worth knowing what's in an airline's future plans.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"2f44557c-5109-493f-885e-99ed5023d8d6",image:{id:"500a62b0-ba09-43d3-8b2e-c8338f527faa",filename:"united-airlines.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2021-10-08 15:33:40",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"united-airlines.jpg",credits:"By NextNewMedia -- Shutterstock",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F10\u002F08\u002F500a62b0-ba09-43d3-8b2e-c8338f527faa\u002Funited-airlines.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:1069,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"united-airlines-wants-more-of-your-money-and-itll-tell-you-exactly-why",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"United Airlines wants more of your money and it'll tell you exactly why",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"ad35bfd1-6bd1-4815-8bd6-f43193d3d32f",username:"me51",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Greg",lastName:"Nichols",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"d29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813",filename:"greg-nichols.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:23:04",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fd29f72d1-47ad-41d7-8bc0-135ec58db813\u002Fgreg-nichols.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Greg Nichols covers robotics, AI, and AR\u002FVR for ZDNET. A full-time journalist and author, he writes about tech, travel, crime, and the economy for global media outlets and reports from across the U.S., South America, and Asia. He's a co-founder of Truly*Adventurous, a digital media platform that produces original tales of true adventure, and an award-winning author.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"9ce5e783-0c07-4365-9d64-2e4e4a455f34\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Pixabay\" data-image-alt-text=\"tire-health.jpg\" data-image-filename=\"tire-health.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F06\u002F01\" data-image-width=\"1280\" data-image-height=\"853\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf all the fancy safety features in your car, the most critical safety equipment of all — your tires — is almost certainly monitored by outdated and incomplete technology. But a number of startups are vying to change that, and also fundamentally transform how we view our tires and their role keeping us safe and driving efficiently.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Tires are incredibly critical to vehicle safety, but too often tire health falls by the wayside, leaving drivers woefully unaware of the risk posed to them and their passengers,\" said Shahar Bin-Nun, CEO of Tactile Mobility, one of a handful of startups lasering in on tire care.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe's not overstating the case. In the UK, there are \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tyresafe.org\u002Ftyre-safety-statistics\u002F\"\u003Eroughly 1,075 casualties\u003C\u002Fa\u003E each year from defective tire-related accidents. In 2019, more than \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nhtsa.gov\u002Fequipment\u002Ftires\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E600 people died\u003C\u002Fa\u003E from tire-related accidents in the U.S. Safety and performance of even the most sophisticated cars depends entirely on the condition of the tires it drives on, yet on average drivers only change one tire per year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe problem is that the current technology that monitors tire health, known as Tire Pressure Management Systems (TPMS), lack the ability to monitor tire wear, tire mismatch, and tire aging. In the absence of those metrics, crude rules of thumb predominate, and most people don't think much about tire health at all.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStartups like Silicon Valley-based \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.revvo.ai\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERevvo\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and North Carolina-based \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftyrata.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETyrata\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are pairing IoT, existing vehicle data, and AI to create tire health and monitoring solutions. For fleets that means increased safety and measurable savings in fuel economy and lost down time. The technology is set to migrate to consumer vehicles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftactilemobility.com\u002F\"\u003ETactile Mobility\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, based in Israel, recently unveiled the latest of these solutions. It relies on data vehicles already collect to determine with surprising precision the exact state of all four tires. The solution utilizes an in-vehicle module residing on one of the vehicle's computers. Software collects first-order data gathered from vehicles' built-in non-visual sensors -- including wheel speed, wheel angle, RPM, pedals position, gear position -- and then analyzes it to yield actionable insights in real-time, including a clear-cut, highly accurate description and analysis of the continually evolving state of the tires.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"We are thrilled to help mitigate this unnecessary risk with our cost-effective solution that proactively monitors tire health and automatically alerts drivers when it's time to replace their tires. We hope to one day have our solution become standard on all vehicles.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe company is working with OEMs, including BMW, as well as insurers and city maintenance. It's a good example of how AI is leveraging existing data to increase safety and efficiency via low cost add-on technology.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"27b1c99c-306c-4079-bbdd-e15f4018cf06\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F27b1c99c-306c-4079-bbdd-e15f4018cf06\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-06-02 11:00:02",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Tire health is often overlooked at the peril of drivers. A host of innovative monitoring solutions may save lives.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"c41890b3-fafc-404a-bb8f-eb00c405049c",image:{id:"9ce5e783-0c07-4365-9d64-2e4e4a455f34",filename:"tire-health.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-06-01 17:29:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"tire-health.jpg",credits:"Pixabay",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F01\u002F9ce5e783-0c07-4365-9d64-2e4e4a455f34\u002Ftire-health.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1280,height:853,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^AI & Robotics",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"stop-ignoring-your-cars-most-important-safety-feature",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Stop ignoring your car's most important safety feature",topic:{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"ai-robotics",name:"AI & Robotics",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"ai-robotics",name:"AI & Robotics",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"36d815b5-fc28-4424-ab57-a7db22867009",slug:"autonomous-vehicles",name:"Autonomous Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"25139207-2139-4a8d-8343-bc3744208c0f",username:"RossRubin",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Ross",lastName:"Rubin",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"6a5590cf-f3c4-4e5a-aadf-99894c4e385d",filename:"rossrubinsmileweb-square.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2020-09-28 19:03:19",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2020\u002F09\u002F28\u002F6a5590cf-f3c4-4e5a-aadf-99894c4e385d\u002Frossrubinsmileweb-square.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Ross Rubin is the founder and principal analyst at Reticle Research, editor of the Reticle Research Report newsletter, and co-host of the Techspansive podcast. Ross has been an industry analyst focusing on innovation in the technology, media and telecom markets for over 20 years. Prior to founding Reticle Research, he was executive director and principal analyst at The NPD Group. Prior to NPD, he founded and developed the consumer access and technology service at Jupiter Research (acquired by Forrester Research), where he served as vice president and chief research fellow. He has written hundreds of articles and columns for publications such as CNET, Fast Company, Engadget, and ABCNews.com and is a graduate of Cornell University.",profile:c,title:b,bio:b,bureau:"AU",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a68c44f2-4b00-4c33-b05d-1f49e8b4f817\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ERivan CEO RJ Scaringe unveiled the custom electric delivery vehicle that his company is making for Amazon on July 21, 2022.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Getty\u002FMustafa Hussain\" data-image-alt-text=\"rivian-amazon-delivery-vehicles-event\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1242038583.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F04\" data-image-width=\"2500\" data-image-height=\"1667\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmazon's recent rollout of Rivian electric delivery vehicles represented a milestone in the company's work toward reducing emissions. Starting in major cities, including Chicago, Dallas, San Diego, and -- no surprise -- Seattle, Amazon plans to have the vehicles in more than 100 cities shortly and will expand to more than 100,000 vehicles across the U.S. by 2030. While Rivian had the inside track as a company that Amazon has invested in, the EV company will have to feature more than just electrification to compete long-term in an industry where electrification will start to become the norm.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"cef866c5-b380-406c-8e6d-66676b436480\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fcef866c5-b380-406c-8e6d-66676b436480\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to SUVs and pickups from electric pure-plays such as Tesla, established car companies are starting to play up larger electric vehicles. For example, Ford has been heavily advertising its electric F150 Lightning and GM recently made a splash around its electric Blazer SUV. Indeed, the Rivian rollout isn't Amazon's only play in its fleet electrification efforts. It has also committed to purchasing electric RAM delivery trucks from Stellantis (the company formed last year by the merger of Fiat Chrysler and French automaker PSA Group) and vehicles from Mercedes-Benz. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut the companies say that the Rivian trucks, designed with driver input, have other advantages in terms of safety and comfort. Deploying 100,000 of them over the remainder of the decade hints at Amazon's unique challenges and opportunities versus other big tech companies. Google and Microsoft are almost completely digital businesses. And while Apple must concern itself with supply chain emissions and the recyclability of its own products, few if any companies move as much stuff around the globe as Amazon while being able to target improvements through both its technological investments and distribution power.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"ee703ef4-981f-4823-9f4a-eb230fdc3fc3\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ERivian electric delivery vehicles charge in Chicago at their official unveiling event on July 21, 2022.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Getty\u002FMustafa Hussain\" data-image-alt-text=\"rivian-electric-delivery-vehicles\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1242038644.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F04\" data-image-width=\"2500\" data-image-height=\"1667\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example, according to Amazon's just-released sustainability report for 2021, it delivered over 100 million packages in Europe using a fleet of over 3,000 electric delivery vans and other zero-emission vehicles last year. And in the dense streets of Manhattan, the company delivered 30 million packages using cargo bikes and people on foot. And those packages are far less wasteful than they've been in the past as the company has implemented options such as programs that ship products without packaging, Climate-Friendly certifications for sustainably designed products, and even using machine learning algorithm improvements to pack products more efficiently into smaller boxes that allow for more efficient use of cargo storage.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut much of the quest to reduce the carbon footprint of transportation will take place via modes of transportation that are not seen by customers. For example, the company is a member of an industry group seeking to drive the adoption of sustainable aviation fuel and helped create another to advance zero-emissions technologies and fuels for use in shipping vessels. And given the greenhouse gas emissions of aviation, it's also investing in companies such as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zeroavia.com\u002F\"\u003EZeroAvia\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which is developing hydrogen-electric powertrains for jets, and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.beta.team\u002F\"\u003EBeta Technologies\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, one of several startups developing electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. All told, Amazon's $2 billion Climate Pledge Fund has invested in 18 companies, adding five since the end of 2021. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs we're not yet zipping around the skies in electric flying Ubers, the cumulative impact of these kinds of advancements will take time to be fully realized. While the company continued to make improvements to its Scope 2 (from purchased electricity) emissions in 2021, it still saw significant increases in its Scope 1 (from direct operations) and Scope 3 (from indirect sources) emissions, which typically represent the lion's share of a company's carbon footprint. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe increases come during a period when Amazon doubled the fulfillment center network and points to a metric called \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.science\u002Fblog\u002Fthe-path-to-carbon-reductions-in-high-growth-economic-sectors\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecarbon intensity\u003C\u002Fa\u003E used to assess carbon footprints in fast-growing entities. It will have plenty of company on its quest to improve on those numbers. The company's promise to be a net-zero business by 2040 forms the central tenet of The Climate Pledge, a group Amazon co-founded that now includes over 300 organizations that have pledged to achieve the milestone by 2040, 10 years before The Paris Accord deadline.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-08-04 10:56:23",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Electric delivery vehicles from Rivian will be among the most visible steps Amazon takes on its uphill battle to carbon neutrality by 2040.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"cecb4bc9-7d75-4eb1-9305-a078b3a16370",image:{id:"72fdfc6b-3343-4e6d-9489-a93643bcdb75",filename:"gettyimages-1242039966.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-04 00:30:50",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"amazon-and-rivian-team-up-on-electric-delivery-van",credits:"Getty\u002FMustafa Hussain",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F04\u002F72fdfc6b-3343-4e6d-9489-a93643bcdb75\u002Fgettyimages-1242039966.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4000,height:2668,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation^Electric Vehicles",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"are-rivian-electric-vans-enough-to-make-you-feel-better-about-amazons-environmental-impact",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Are Rivian electric vans enough to make you feel better about Amazon's environmental impact?",topic:{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0fb7a83c-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"amazon",name:"Amazon",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5297be10-5c89-4c32-b500-098f0659deb7\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ECultural issues?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Southwest Airlines\u002FScreenshot by Chris Matyszczyk\" data-image-alt-text=\"Side view of Southwest Airlines plane.\" data-image-filename=\"screen-shot-2022-09-27-at-9-38-07-am.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F09\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"1346\" data-image-height=\"702\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs we drift toward perilous economic times, the mutterings from \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbig-tech-companies-are-pulling-back-on-hiring-is-it-time-to-worry\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etech companies\u003C\u002Fa\u003E are vast.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoogle CEO Sundar Pichai, for example, is telling employees \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fgizmodo.com\u002Fgoogle-ceo-sundar-pichai-dont-equate-fun-with-money-1849577625\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eto adjust their cultural compasses\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and not think fun should automatically come with money attached.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis was rattling above my eyes when I stumbled into complaints from the pilots at Southwest Airlines.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-needs-your-love-its-got-a-marvelous-way-of-showing-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESouthwest Airlines needs your love (it's got a marvelous way of showing it)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe culture club is losing its karma?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou might think things are back to normal. Why, Southwest just garnered enormous publicity -- some not of the positive kind -- for its \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.sfgate.com\u002Ftravel\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-flight-ukulele-teacher-interview-17463205.php\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Efree ukelele giveway on a flight from Long Beach to Hawaii\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESimultaneously, however, its pilots are picketing. They're holding placards \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffox17.com\u002Fnews\u002Flocal\u002Fpilots-with-southwest-airlines-picket-in-downtown-nashville?utm_source=pocket_mylist\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethat say\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: \"Southwest's operation. From First to Worst.\" And the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffox17.com\u002Fnews\u002Flocal\u002Fgallery\u002Fpilots-with-southwest-airlines-picket-in-downtown-nashville?photo=2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eeven more painful:\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \"Exploiting culture is now Southwest culture.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis demonstration was occurring outside a so-called Spirit party in Nashville where Southwest executives were celebrating record profits.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECustomers may not know this is happening. That's why the pilots are picketing. They want customers to be alarmed. They want them to be as angry as themselves.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftrade-in-your-old-devices-for-amazon-gift-cards-heres-how\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETrade in your old devices for Amazon gift cards. Here's how\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI landed, you see, upon \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fpodcasts.apple.com\u002Fus\u002Fpodcast\u002Fthe-swapa-number\u002Fid1477870151?utm_source=pocket_mylist\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ea recent podcast\u003C\u002Fa\u003E featuring the president of the Southwest pilots' union, Casey Murray.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe described Southwest as having gone from being \"a company that supported its employees to a company supported by its employees.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe offered that the airline has \"no real vision, no real motivation.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe flight to Funtown has been canceled\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELet's pause to remember \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-wants-more-old-style-business-attitude-hp-laughs-in-googles-face\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewhat a corporate culture can do\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. In Google's case, for example, the implicit promise always used to be that you'd have (somewhat childish) fun, while you worked with very clever people doing very clever things and making unintelligible amounts of money. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESimilarly with Southwest, the promise was not only that you'd enjoy the people you worked with, but that you'd be able to interact with customers in a more personal way, while still being part of a very efficient, profitable company.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo here's Murray, sounding a little like a Google employee: \"The attack on culture has been going on for years.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe pilots claim that Southwest's technology is simply not up to the task of efficiently scheduling staffing. To such a degree that pilots often have their flights changed and find themselves out of position, sometimes not being able to immediately return home.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbosses-spying-on-you-heres-the-most-disastrous-truth-about-surveillance-software\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBosses spying on you? Here's the most disastrous truth about surveillance software\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOddly, Robert Jordan, who became the airline's CEO earlier this year, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-just-made-a-confession-that-may-make-customers-weep\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eagrees\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that the technology isn't good enough. But when you're running an airline that depends so much on immense goodwill among employees -- and a similar level of goodwill among customers -- how long can you keep people unhappy?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI asked the airline for its reaction to Murray's criticisms and the picketing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA spokesperson told me: \"Southwest Airlines respects the rights of its Employees to express their opinions. For more than 51 years, we've maintained a legendary, and award-winning, Southwest Culture that celebrates our People and attracts top talent.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's clear, then, that the airline realizes its culture is being criticized.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, the spokesperson added: \"In fact, our recent Southwest Spirit Party was attended by more than 4,000 Southwest Employees who joined together to celebrate our airline.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA strong use of \"in fact,\" there. The airline seems to suggest not everyone is so unhappy. But then the self-aware kicker from Southwest: \"While we acknowledge there is still work ahead of us to return to pre-pandemic operational reliability, we appreciate the work of our continually growing Team who serve our Customers and colleagues with Southwest Hospitality.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Femployees-are-feeling-disconnected-from-their-company-culture-the-solution-might-lie-in-the-onboarding-process\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEmployees are feeling disconnected from their company culture. The solution might lie in onboarding\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EMore money means more fun?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course the pilots want a new contract. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMurray does point out, however, that around 75% of Southwest's employees currently have contracts under negotiation. \"They're responsible for producing the revenue,\" he said. While, the union says, executives pay themselves hefty bonuses and hold parties to celebrate record profits.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's still hard to think of airlines as tech companies, even if they're increasingly dependent on technology at every level of their business. Yet the problems some seem to be enduring don't seem all that dissimilar to Pichai's and Google's.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHow do you react to changing times by revitalizing your culture, so that employees don't start grumbling?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwith-a-controversial-move-southwest-airlines-tries-for-better-customer-service\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWith a controversial move, Southwest Airlines tries for better customer service\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMurray worries that the airline is getting fewer recommendations for potential pilot recruits. Is this a cultural issue too?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd here's perhaps his most pungent line: \"Our pilots are tired of saying, 'I'm sorry.'\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUltimately, the next months may be quite the test. The question, though, may be whether customers will care enough -- or whether they'll see enough of the alleged cultural problems -- to want to move their business.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECustomers may claim they love kinder service and happier flight attendants. But, especially in recessionary times, do they just care about price?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-10-01 11:00:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"It's almost as if Southwest is a tech company like Google -- with some of the same nightmares.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"c127ce08-58b8-4916-8fb1-d7e77857cb26",image:{id:"5297be10-5c89-4c32-b500-098f0659deb7",filename:"screen-shot-2022-09-27-at-9-38-07-am.png",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-09-27 16:38:32",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"screen-shot-2022-09-27-at-9-38-07-am.png",credits:"Chris Matyszczyk\u002Fscreenshot",caption:"\u003Cp\u003ECultural issues?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E(A screenshot from a Southwest ad.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F09\u002F27\u002F5297be10-5c89-4c32-b500-098f0659deb7\u002Fscreen-shot-2022-09-27-at-9-38-07-am.png",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1346,height:702,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"southwest-airlines-has-a-big-problem-and-customers-may-not-know-it",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Southwest Airlines has a big problem and customers may not know it",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"1050fa4d-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"google",name:"Google",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"a0de22ce-dbed-419b-9a97-562689032701",username:"kwan2035",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"June",lastName:"Wan",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"4cc4d03e-eeaf-4b0c-bb8a-63d34de6cc51",filename:"1549928918804.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-06-03 20:04:44",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F06\u002F03\u002F4cc4d03e-eeaf-4b0c-bb8a-63d34de6cc51\u002F1549928918804.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"June serves as Technology Editor of ZDNET and is based in New York City. He reviews the latest consumer gadgets and shares advice to make the most out of them. When June isn't drooling over the next best thing, he's probably being let down by the Los Angeles Lakers.",profile:c,title:"Technology Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d5ea0b4a-373e-4674-9c44-5d019a1b95d4\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"June Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"A Kia EV6 parked on pavement with Kia banners\" data-image-filename=\"kia-ev6-side-shot.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"6000\" data-image-height=\"3376\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA few weeks ago, I attended \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.electrifyexpo.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EElectrify Expo\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, a local convention where consumers, experienced or not, can test-drive the hottest electric vehicles on the market and put their most burning questions to industry leaders. The two-day event here in New York was stacked with popular auto manufacturers, like Toyota, Kia, and BMW, and some more exotic ones, like Polestar, Lucid, and Aptera.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs an admitted\u003Cem\u003E \u003C\u002Fem\u003Eowner of a gas guzzler -- and someone who writes for a publication that covers \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwelcome-to-zdnets-next-chapter\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eall things technology and innovation\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- I had a lot to ask. After a weekend of demystifying my preconceived notion of EVs and hitting the road on a couple of market-ready cars myself, here are my key takeaways.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-new-ev-tax-credit-is-complicated-heres-who-qualifies\u002F\"\u003EThe new EV tax credit is complicated. Here's who qualifies.\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E1. Auto manufacturers are being patient with us.\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElectric cars may sound like the future -- and they very much are -- but the ones that are built for modern times remind me more of traditional vehicles than anything else. This balance of innovation and familiarity is rather common, and auto manufacturers have taken drastic measures to reassure gas car owners that the EV experience is not as radical as they may think. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F40249b75-e654-47d0-aee4-0389e8c92792\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETake Dodge's new all-electric Charger for example. By \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cnet.com\u002Froadshow\u002Fnews\u002Fdodge-charger-daytona-srt-banshee-ev-concept-debut\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eintegrating fake engine sounds\u003C\u002Fa\u003E via the car's external speakers, muscle car enthusiasts who live and die by the growling of exhaust pipes (and can't stand the silence of EVs) can rejoice and, hopefully, make the jump to clean energy. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESave for the unrelenting belief that one-pedal driving and touch-screen climate controls is the way of the future, most of my first driving experiences with the Kia EV6, Polestar 2, and Volvo XC40 Recharge felt intimate and familiar. The steering wheels may have a little more flare, and gear shifters don't look as...\u003Cem\u003Egear shifty\u003C\u002Fem\u003E as conventional ones. But once I sat down and began to drive, everything felt like the usual and not as far out as I'd expected. Are automakers simply easing us into a new era of cars?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fa-weekend-with-the-polestar-2\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAn electrifying weekend with the Polestar 2\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"de5f3429-e41b-40bf-ba56-58d3a3b46c58\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Polestar 2 has a Google-powered infotainment system and a hexagonal gear shifter.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"June Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"polestar-2-test-drive-interior-electrify-expo\" data-image-filename=\"polestar-2-test-drive-interior-electrify-expo.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"1717\" data-image-height=\"961\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E2. Charge times are faster than your phone's.\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPrior to Electrify Expo, I thought that charging -- both the speed and accessibility -- was a major setback when switching over to an EV. So you could imagine the look on my face when the Kia representative whipped out her one-sheet and read that the EV6 only needed an 18-minute charge to go from 10% to 80%. That's with any DC fast charger, including the ones provided by the hundreds of Electrify America stations nationwide. My smartphone can't even charge that quickly. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen, of course, there's at-home charging, which delivers the same electron energy at a slower and more controlled pace. So if you've heard stories of EVs taking hours to charge, they may just be taking the numbers out of context. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fenergy\u002Fbest-home-ev-charger\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best home EV chargers you can buy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"108d19b2-3b09-444c-8252-01ee9b7aa9ad\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Kia EV6's is built on the E-GMP platform with an 800-volt architecture. &nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"June Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"kia-ev6-front-electrify-expo\" data-image-filename=\"kia-ev6-front-electrify-expo.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"5440\" data-image-height=\"3060\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E3. 'Zero to sixty' is exhilarating, gut-wrenching, and impractical.\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt a certain point during my Polestar 2 test drive, I was told to pull over on the side of the road. But instead of asking me for my license and registration, my car guide suggested I stomp on the pedal and let the vehicle fly. And so I did. My head quickly jerked back as the Polestar, with its near-silent acoustics, zipped through the New York City winds. It was a short-lived but exhilarating experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOut of all the reasons that I was presented with to \"make the switch\" that day, flooring the vehicle was much expected and the least convincing. It's a flashy feature that often makes its way into ads, posters, and marketing campaigns for EVs; how the cars can go from zero to sixty miles per hour in mere seconds. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut in those three-four seconds, as I saw life flash before my eyes, I wondered, \"What exactly is the reason for this?\" I'm no Formula 1 driver. And I certainly won't be in one of those Fast & Furious drag races anytime soon. I asked the car guide the same question and was met with a perplexed laugh. He, too, had no idea.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMore: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-loved-driving-hyundai-ioniq-5-and-kia-ev6-but-theres-only-one-reason-i-cant-buy-one\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EI loved driving the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6. There's only one reason I can't buy one\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5c89d3eb-dab1-40a4-b543-bda776176cab\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EKia's EV6 GT variant can reach 60mph in just 3.37 seconds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"June Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"kia-ev6-test-drive-electrify-expo\" data-image-filename=\"kia-ev6-test-drive-electrify-expo.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"1715\" data-image-height=\"963\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E4. Electric scooters and bikes are cool, too. \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere's an aspect of EVs that I haven't touched on yet and that's the sustainability factor. Nearly every manufacturer in attendance, including that who makes e-scooters and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-electric-bike\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ee-bikes\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, made it clear that going electric helps the environment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's true. By opting for an electric-powered vehicle, you're effectively reducing greenhouse gas emissions and, subsequently, well-to-wheel emissions. Furthermore, you don't have to commit to a full-on electric car to better the planet; e-scooters and e-bikes are resourceful alternatives to the standard gas-powered vehicle, too. My current scooter, for example, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"3e34640c-5274-4266-aba4-029e6fb67c17\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNIU-Electric-Scooter-Adults-Certified\u002Fdp\u002FB09BJHLYNH\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"NIU KQI 3 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, has been very handy for short-distance travel and the occasional morning commute to work.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-800-lectric-xp-lite-e-bike-is-a-sheer-joy-to-ride\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe $800 Lectric XP Lite e-bike is a sheer joy to ride\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E5. I can't wait to switch to an EV...but I have to.\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"1a2ae97c-f5de-449a-b490-7a4e672a75a5\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EPolestar's booth featured models 1 and 2.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"June Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Polestar demo area at Electrify Expo NYC\" data-image-filename=\"20220827-114305.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F30\" data-image-width=\"4000\" data-image-height=\"2252\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs you can probably tell, my general impression of EVs -- or, at least the ones that I tested -- remains positive. Physically driving the cars certainly helped open my mind up to what's available when my 2017 Mazda CX-5 is due for an upgrade. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut even if I was ready to make the switch today, my options would be limited. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy ZDNET colleague Jason Perlow did an excellent job explaining how global supply chain issues have affected the current state of EVs in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-loved-driving-hyundai-ioniq-5-and-kia-ev6-but-theres-only-one-reason-i-cant-buy-one\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ehis recent account\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. To summarize, unless you have months (or up to a year) to spare, expect to pay significantly more than the sticker price for any electric vehicle out right now. If you can find your ideal brand, model, and configuration closer to retail, then it may just be your calling to take the EV leap. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EI'm curious, do you own an EV? If not, what's holding you back? Also, if someone could give me a real-world use case for zero-to-sixty acceleration, I'd love to know what that is. Comment down below.\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-09-23 12:00:02",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Here are the five things you need to know about today's electric vehicles.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"a9705224-71c8-434b-b66b-cb5fa605d412",image:{id:"108d19b2-3b09-444c-8252-01ee9b7aa9ad",filename:"kia-ev6-front-electrify-expo.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-30 02:52:10",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"kia-ev6-front-electrify-expo",credits:"June Wan\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F30\u002F108d19b2-3b09-444c-8252-01ee9b7aa9ad\u002Fkia-ev6-front-electrify-expo.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:5440,height:3060,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation^Electric Vehicles",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"an-ev-expo-made-me-a-believer-these-arent-your-dads-priuses",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"An EV expo made me a believer: These aren't your dads' Priuses",topic:{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"ce902c7b-2a41-460c-afff-53a83dd1ff56\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe mordant pain of exclusion.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"NurPhoto\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Airplane in the sky\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1246145708.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"683\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHow do you keep employees happy?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESomehow, the pandemic exposed the limited abilities of many managers to do that. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo much so that quite a few have been \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fwork-life\u002Fmicrosoft-is-planning-more-big-job-cuts-according-to-reports\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Elet go lately, especially from tech companies\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHow much, though, is it the managers' fault? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHow much, in fact, are they merely executing short-term, money-grabbing policies made on high?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese thoughts, among several others, may currently be crossing the minds of several \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdelta-air-lines-just-made-an-announcement-that-may-make-customers-eyes-roll\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDelta Air Lines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E employees.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe status of the nation is variable\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn recent times, Delta has reaped the joys of a partnership with American Express. One of the benefits, for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ffinance\u002Fcredit-cards\u002Famerican-express-platinum-card-is-695-annual-fee-worth-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAmex Platinum cardholders\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, was that they could waft into Delta lounges and feel even more important.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthese-are-my-5-must-have-devices-for-work-travel-now\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThese are my 5 must-have devices for work travel now\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeanwhile, many others enjoyed the same privileges. Those who, for example, actually paid for Delta Sky Club privileges.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe result was what might be a described as a twisted eyesore. There were lines of desperate status-seekers garlanding major airports. Some Delta lounge employees even \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdelta-air-lines-ruined-things-for-richer-customers-then-someone-had-an-idea\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Epopped out to give these status-seekers a touch of sustenance for their trouble\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDelta then tried to alleviate the problem. It decided to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdelta-air-lines-is-making-a-big-change-thats-making-rich-customers-angry\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecreate a two-tier system\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, where only the most exalted got instant access. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENext, the airline removed lounge access for some of those \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdelta-air-lines-finds-an-outrageous-way-to-insult-important-customers\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Elower down on the status ladder to the sky\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWas this enough? It wasn't. Delta, after all, doesn't have separate business-class lounges, so the airline concluded more sifting of the privileged had to be done.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fflying-soon-flighty-is-a-must-have-ios-app-for-air-travel\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFlying soon? Flighty is must-have iOS app for air travel\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis time, the airline has targeted its own employees. From this month on, Delta employees flying thanks to their employee privileges are \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cnbc.com\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F12\u002Fdelta-cracks-down-on-employee-use-of-luxury-airport-lounges-.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebanned from entering the airline's own lounges\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs if to poke both their eyes, Delta told employees they wouldn't get a discount on Sky Club membership either. Mind you, why would they want to buy it when it still might not be enough to get them into the lounge?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EObjection, Your Honor\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis was all getting a touch awkward. And painful. And, for some flight attendants, utterly unacceptable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHow do I know this? Well, Silviano Blan, a Delta flight attendant, has launched \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.coworker.org\u002Fpetitions\u002Fdelta-air-lines-restore-lounge-access-that-employees-paid-for\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ea petition\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for the airline to \"Restore lounge access that employees paid for.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo be clear, Delta is reimbursing employees pro rata for the amounts they paid to join the Sky Club. But this isn't just about the money, is it? It's about the insult.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn his petition, Blan explained the problem: \"Like thousands of other Flight Attendants and Pilots, I don't live in the city where I'm based for work. For me, Sky Club access means that there's a quiet place I can relax when I'm commuting back and forth between my home in Phoenix and my base in Salt Lake City. I pay a $550 annual fee for the Sky Miles credit card because Sky Club makes a big difference in my life.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESome might muse that there really isn't a quiet place in these Sky Clubs. When a lounge is near or at capacity, it can resemble the rest of the airport. Too many people, not much food, and too much noise.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStill, Blan explains the issue isn't merely one of life quality. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHe says: \"Not only will Delta's sudden decision hurt my quality of life, I'll also have to choose whether to cancel my credit card. I've already paid the annual fee, so that's money I can't get back. If I cancel my card, it also hurts my credit. All because Delta decided employees wouldn't be allowed to use the Sky Club even if we pay for it.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe anger of the 7,000\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI feel sure some accountant came along to influence Delta's decision. \"Where will the airline lose the least money?\" tends to be the sort of question that gets priority access.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe petition, which seeks 8,000 signatories, garnered 7,300 in its first week. Some employees even offered commentary.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Working for an airline that's slowly taking away the perks of travel doesn't make the job worth while anymore,\" said one.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother offered greater detail: \"TIME FOR EMPLOYEES TO UNIONIZE! Poor planning on their part shouldn't be fixed by banning employees. Spoke to someone very familiar with the situation at the sky club and they say employees are not the problem there's less than 5% usage of the sky clubs by employees.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI suspect, though, that some customers may look at all this and whisper: \"Now you know how we feel.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-travel-vpn\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best travel VPNs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDelta's flight attendants aren't unionized. But, perhaps to make them feel better, the airline just \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cnbc.com\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F07\u002Fdelta-raises-employee-pay.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eannounced\u003C\u002Fa\u003E they're getting a 5% raise -- their second raise in the last year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWill that make any difference? Making your employees feel good -- especially when it's your daily job to make customers feel good -- is a tricky maneuver.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJust as tech companies are taking away employee privileges, so Delta seems to be following. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps the difference is that at least some of, say, Google's employees can be replaced by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fchatgpt-and-googles-bard-are-we-looking-for-answers-in-all-the-wrong-places\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EChatGPT\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. That's not so easy with flight attendants.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm sure Delta's working on it, though.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2aecadad-f0db-49e1-83aa-7e32415a2aaf\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2aecadad-f0db-49e1-83aa-7e32415a2aaf\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-11 14:00:17",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"There will be many conflicting opinions about this.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"d3ba9c94-ff8c-48ca-970b-806a5351aa86",image:{id:"ce902c7b-2a41-460c-afff-53a83dd1ff56",filename:"gettyimages-1246145708.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-02-10 21:54:38",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Airplane in the sky",credits:"NurPhoto\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EThe mordant pain of exclusion \u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F10\u002Fce902c7b-2a41-460c-afff-53a83dd1ff56\u002Fgettyimages-1246145708.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1024,height:683,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"delta-just-made-employees-feel-like-average-customers-and-they-really-dont-like-it",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Delta just made employees feel like average customers and they really don't like it",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"6505e7f5-fbe1-4bd9-bccb-a33c685ef3d9",slug:"business-management",name:"Business & Management",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c21181db-1c6b-490e-b137-22cef1721413\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EUp there, it hurts.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Aaron Foster\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Airplane in a blue sky\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1138034891.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"2356\" data-image-height=\"1273\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAirlines like to squeeze customers for every dime they can get.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThey also enjoy squeezing those customers into ever tinier seats, despite the fact that Americans are getting rather larger.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt is, of course, possible to enjoy flying in coach. When there's no one else in your row, for example, and you can stretch out a little.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor the pained majority of humanity, however, flying in coach is an odiferous, miserable experience. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's not dissimilar to a visit to the dentist or a family member you truly can't bear. It feels good when it's over.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIs it, therefore, possible that any gadget could improve the purgatory of seat 32E?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWell, I've banged my head against a gadget that some people seem to swear by. It has an almost five-star rating from (perhaps) real people on Amazon.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthese-are-my-5-must-have-devices-for-work-travel-now\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThese are my 5 must-have devices for work travel now\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"52ce30ff-0c9c-452b-b9bb-af9e39af1c9c\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"right\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EBulletproof vest? Straitjacket? Not at all.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Sunany\" data-image-alt-text=\"Gray Sunany neck pillow\" data-image-filename=\"2-2e404a02-316c-4611-b44a-249d5c5047a0-1024x10242x.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F07\" data-image-width=\"1000\" data-image-height=\"1000\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo my eyes, it looks like a rudimentary straitjacket or a bulletproof vest. When I first saw it, I imagined people putting it over their heads and somehow gaining a certain cushioning from ever firmer airplane coach seats.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut this is, in fact, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ba43eb6a-eb31-4c1e-b46f-071d79627bdd\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSunany-Inflatable-Pillow-Airplanes-Earplugs\u002Fdp\u002FB07GTGLTYP\u002F\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSunany-Inflatable-Pillow-Airplanes-Earplugs\u002Fdp\u002FB07GTGLTYP\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Sunany Inflatable Neck Pillow\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E Used for Airplanes\u002FCars\u002FBuses\u002FTrains\u002FOffice Napping with Free Eye Mask\u002FEarplugs. (Amazon descriptions are simply the best.) \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe idea is that, as you sit in your narrow little seat, gasping for air, you save (what's left of) your lungs to inflate this thing. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen, you put down your tray table and place the straitjacket pillow on it. Next, you slip your arms through the two holes at the side and lay your head down to rest.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"3cc42529-ea33-41ee-963f-b32e29edc4ff\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Sunany Inflatable Neck Pillow\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"Two views of a woman resting her head on the pillow while traveling","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Sunany","imageData":{"id":"6b1d9c00-dd21-4f65-8fd0-62d9a6b190b0","filename":"sunany-travel-pillow-lifestyle-image.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F11\u002F6b1d9c00-dd21-4f65-8fd0-62d9a6b190b0\u002Fsunany-travel-pillow-lifestyle-image.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2023-02-11 02:07:46","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"6b1d9c00-dd21-4f65-8fd0-62d9a6b190b0","imageFilename":"sunany-travel-pillow-lifestyle-image.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F02\u002F11"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Sunany\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSunany-Inflatable-Pillow-Airplanes-Earplugs\u002Fdp\u002FB07GTGLTYP\u002F\" data-offerprice=\"32.99\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSunany-Inflatable-Pillow-Airplanes-Earplugs\u002Fdp\u002FB07GTGLTYP\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe all have our own sleeping predilections. The mere idea, for me, of leaning forward to sleep makes my back prepare for conniptions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-sleep-tracker\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe 8 best sleep trackers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou, though, may regularly slump forward after -- or even during -- a late night out, so this may be second nature. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI was touched by some of the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.sunany-vip.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fsunany-inflatable-neck-pillow-used-for-airplanes-cars-buses-trains-office-napping-with-free-eye-mask-earplugs-small\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecreator's descriptions of the product\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example: \"Like \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsleep on feather: these travel pillow [sic] are made of pvc flocking, the \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsurface material is soft to the touch and caresses your face, \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tnicely.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWho doesn't like having their face caressed? Nicely, that is.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd -- I really mean But -- there's this: \"You also can watch movies or play games on your phone \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\twithin the pillow.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo, please no. Aren't I supposed to sleep -- or, at least, rest and doze -- on this thing? Please don't encourage me to use my phone while I'm trying to do that.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthis-hidden-iphone-feature-can-help-you-fall-asleep-faster\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis hidden iPhone feature can help you fall asleep faster\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's bad enough trying to tolerate the person next to you in coach, as they bring out their large, company-issued laptop.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat person next to you has elbows that dig into your ribs, as they aggressively type urgent emails to procurement. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETheir increasing agitation, sweatiness, and perhaps even grunting is hardly conducive to you wanting to do anything -- other than render yourself unconscious.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI can't imagine sitting there and inflating this pillow. In coach, I tend to accept my fate, hope I have a window seat, and lean my head against it for most of the flight. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut someone has clearly tried to alleviate the pain of sitting for 6 hours or more in a tiny space. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf it works for just one person, that's something.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2db6bf39-e9c6-4606-a92b-50d0c4bdc8f7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-11 12:00:17",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"I can't imagine using this, but it must work for some people.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"9e811828-9510-4486-af51-0e16b55d0d77",image:{id:"c21181db-1c6b-490e-b137-22cef1721413",filename:"gettyimages-1138034891.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-02-10 20:06:01",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Airplane in a blue sky",credits:"Aaron Foster\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EAnd up there, it hurts. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F10\u002Fc21181db-1c6b-490e-b137-22cef1721413\u002Fgettyimages-1138034891.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2356,height:1273,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"this-gadget-is-for-everyone-who-hates-flying-in-coach-so-everyone-so-everyone-in-america",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"This gadget is for everyone who hates flying in coach (so, everyone in America)",topic:{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"9d3e6108-0023-11e4-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"innovation",name:"Innovation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"41dfa1fd-f14c-4c32-ab16-925df4694432\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EA good idea? Or perhaps not?&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Susumu Yoshioka\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Person walking down aisle of airplane\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1392545229.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F02\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen things go wrong, it can be hard to set them right.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESomehow, after you perpetrate one big mistake, you end up perpetrating several others without even trying.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat seems to have been the case lately with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-just-made-a-confession-that-may-make-customers-weep\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESouthwest Airlines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst, the airline let hundreds of thousands of people down by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-i-learned-the-hard-way-about-southwest-airlines-awful-technology\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecanceling their flights over the Christmas period\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen, the airline tried to blame everything on the weather, when it was patently clear the main fault lay with Southwest's own technology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn particular, the software's complete ossification and incapability of coping with a major weather event.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut why not compound the errors? Southwest then went on \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-sent-me-a-personal-message-then-things-got-slightly-uglier\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eto communicate with all the innate sensitivity of a tech CEO\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, so much so that even its own pilots \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-just-insulted-unhappy-customers-in-a-truly-spectacular-way\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewondered whether accountants were the best people to run an airline\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-travel-vpn\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe 4 best travel VPNs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou'd think, then, that Southwest would cogitate very carefully before saying, well, anything to its customers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou'd also think that the NFL should replace its Super Bowl game ball with a mango.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOnly the other day, I received an excited, exciting email from Southwest. The subject line was breathless in its enthusiasm: \"You could still earn up to 125,000 Rapid Rewards bonus points.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI could? I had no idea. What had I been missing? This sounded like quite a few bonus points. Wait, was it another inducement to sign up for an airline credit card that I definitely didn't want?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI couldn't help but open the email. Seconds later, I couldn't help but emit a sniffle and snort. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe first line of the email read: \"You can still earn up to 125,000 Rapid Rewards bonus points by referring eligible companies to Southwest Business!\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthese-are-my-5-must-have-devices-for-work-travel-now\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThese are my 5 must-have devices for work travel now\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDon't you adore that exclamation point?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course I had to pause. This was the airline that had completely wrecked so many people's travel plans -- and had even caused CNBC's Jim Cramer \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002FSquawkStreet\u002Fstatus\u002F1618673673732296732\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eto scream at its CEO\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that clearly Southwest hadn't invested remotely enough in technology.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow it's trying to get its customers to act as its corporate sales agents?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is akin to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.washingtonpost.com\u002Flifestyle\u002F2023\u002F01\u002F26\u002Fgeorge-santos-volleyball-baruch-college\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGeorge Santos asking Baruch College\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to contribute to his next campaign, after he'd suggested he'd been a volleyball star there. (He wasn't.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhy would Southwest customers want to recommend the airline to companies? Wouldn't the customer stop and think: \"Southwest would likely make a lot of money out of corporate business. And it wants to give me 25,000 points to help them secure it? Right now?\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EImagine the conversation between a customer and, say, a friend who's also CEO of a company:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"Hey, I really, really think you should book Southwest for all your corporate travel.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\"I really think you should visit a medical professional.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt the core of this begging is that Southwest has lagged behind the likes of United and American when it comes to corporate business. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fhow-to-keep-your-home-secure-when-you-travel\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHere's how to keep your home secure when you travel\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA year ago, Southwest actually \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-made-a-huge-change-separating-the-haves-from-the-have-nots\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eallowed Kayak to feature its fares in the latter's business listings\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- something that never happens with consumer listings. Southwest has always refused to allow comparison sites to feature its fares.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EStill, you might think Southwest could at least acknowledge its recent shortcomings in this sales email. But no. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe rest of the email was a host of terms and conditions. Sample: \"Use the form linked below to refer each company's travel decision maker to Southwest Business. You could receive 25,000 bonus points for each company that completes the referral process, with the possibility of earning up to 125,000 bonus points.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAh, the tantalizing lure of possibility. The possibility of your flight taking off, for example.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOne can understand, of course, that Southwest wants to act as if it's business as usual. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESometimes, though, it's worth pausing that notion in favor of considering the direction in which your customers' heads may currently be pointing and reacting appropriately to that.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI fear too many heads aren't quite yet in the mood to say wonderful things about Southwest -- especially to corporate travel decision makers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"2aecadad-f0db-49e1-83aa-7e32415a2aaf\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F2aecadad-f0db-49e1-83aa-7e32415a2aaf\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-02-04 13:00:24",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"When you're desperate for business, is this the best thing you can do? Right now?",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"b36a5028-ada1-47bc-89ee-757d01f93a33",image:{id:"6d9b4bf7-e20a-41de-8e4b-85a113877d7e",filename:"gettyimages-1392545229.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-02-02 21:52:44",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Person walking down aisle of airplane",credits:"Susumu Yoshioka\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003ECoulda, woulda, shoulda?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F02\u002F02\u002F6d9b4bf7-e20a-41de-8e4b-85a113877d7e\u002Fgettyimages-1392545229.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:2121,height:1414,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"southwest-airlines-now-wants-customers-to-do-something-they-may-find-laughable",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Southwest Airlines now wants customers to do something they may find laughable",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"103a5e4f-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"e-commerce",name:"E-Commerce",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"73606e75-6857-40fa-b524-20b768639527\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Getty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Airplane wing in flight\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1302813215-air-travel2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F04\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"1435\" data-image-height=\"1076\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI don't want to worry you, but not everything is perfect in the airline world.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAfter so much positive jabbering from airline CEOs, one -- United's Scott Kirby -- \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.cnbc.com\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F06\u002Funited-ceo-says-business-travel-has-plateaued-but-revenue-is-still-rising.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Econfessed this week\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that business travel is leveling off.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis may have something to do with businesses leveling off the number of people they employ.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthese-are-my-5-must-have-devices-for-work-travel-now\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThese are my 5 must-have devices for work travel now\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps, though, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fhow-to-keep-your-home-secure-when-you-travel\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eif you're thinking of a vacation\u003C\u002Fa\u003E this leveling off may be good for you. More seats for those who just want to get away and rest.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut things don't always go so smoothly, even with the finest of intentions. I'm forced, therefore, to prepare you for potential bumps in the air.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou see, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Famerican-airlines-pilots-recommend-you-fly-delta-or-united\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Epilots at American Airlines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E wonder whether they should delay flights a little. Or perhaps even a lot.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENo, they don't actually, expressly say that. But it seems they have a particular concern and believe the best way of addressing it is to slow things down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe issue at hand is the so-called Known Crewmember screening system. You may have seen it in action. If you're a pilot or flight attendant, you're allowed to breeze slightly more quickly through security, without necessarily having to undergo quite the same personal scrutiny endured by regular humans. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt seems, though, that the occasional airline employee may have taken advantage of this (relative) freedom in allegedly illegal ways. You know, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsimpleflying.com\u002Ftwo-delta-air-lines-flight-attendants-facing-felony-charges-drug-trafficking\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe drug-trafficking kind of thing\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This has led to the TSA allegedly performing rather more secondary screenings, just to make sure there isn't a sniff of nefarious activity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-travel-vpn\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe 4 best travel VPNs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EErgo, says the American Airlines pilots union president, Ed Sicher, the pilots aren't happy. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EReportedly, he \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002FRossFeinstein\u002Fstatus\u002F1599186553925869568\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eoffered\u003C\u002Fa\u003E: \"It is not unusual for a pilot to be 'randomly' screened six or seven consecutive times. The rate of these screenings has increased to the point where expeditious screening at KCM has been replaced by unpredictable and in some cases lengthy delays.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESicher explained that the bosses like to see planes quickly turned around, but if pilots are being held up in these secondary screenings, this causes delays.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe pilots' solution, therefore, seems to be, oh, to cause more delays. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESaid Sicher: \"I recommend using the standard passenger entry points for security screening when beginning and connecting on our sequences. For those who choose to do so, please do NOT jump in front of passengers who may also be harried and late due to the unpredictable nature of the TSA checkpoints.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThoughtful, at first glance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Ftravel-gift-guide\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E12 gift ideas for travelers this holiday season\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt second glance, however, well, here are some more of Sicher's recommendations: \"By temporarily bypassing the KCM Crewmember screening checkpoints, we will highlight to both the TSA and management the problems that have arisen with the system. Once KCM has been fixed to the point that it is once again a predictable means of expeditious security screening, I will be the first to encourage our pilots to exercise the privilege. Until then, you should consider utilizing traditional TSA screenings and wait in line with our passengers.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI fear you've already got there -- and now fear you're not going to get where you want to go on time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf pilots stand in line with the rest of us, it'll take them longer to get through security and flights may well be delayed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe're living in an era where pilots of all airlines are exerting pressure on their bosses. Delta's pilots, for example, recently \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdelta-air-lines-just-made-an-announcement-that-may-make-customers-eyes-roll\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethreatened to strike\u003C\u002Fa\u003E if they didn't get a new contract. In a complete coincidence, the airline \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.washingtonpost.com\u002Ftransportation\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F05\u002Fdelta-pilots-contract-negotiations\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eannounced\u003C\u002Fa\u003E last week it had reached agreement with its pilots on an above-30% raise.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPerhaps, then, the American Airlines pilots' saber-waggling will lead to a swift resolution. Perhaps customers will never have to stand with their pilots after all. Perhaps everything will fly smoothly.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut it all incites a slightly soiled atmosphere that can only leave customers wondering what may happen.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd all they really want is a little peace.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-12-10 12:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"When customers are caught up in issues that have nothing to do with them, it can be exasperating.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"491f13d8-9cd4-4986-a357-8ed0a81908a4",image:{id:"73606e75-6857-40fa-b524-20b768639527",filename:"gettyimages-1302813215-air-travel2.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-04-27 16:34:27",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Airplane wing in flight",credits:"Getty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F27\u002F73606e75-6857-40fa-b524-20b768639527\u002Fgettyimages-1302813215-air-travel2.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1435,height:1076,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"american-airlines-pilots-just-sent-customers-a-dire-warning-this-isnt-good",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"American Airlines pilots just sent customers a dire warning (this isn't good)",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2a142269-ad72-4347-a8d7-cbab9a2f6346",username:"chris_matyszczyk",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Chris",lastName:"Matyszczyk",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"dc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42",filename:"chris-matyszczyk.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:17:05",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fdc8b697c-2b0a-4b2d-8ce9-7ff431642a42\u002Fchris-matyszczyk.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Chris Matyszczyk is an award-winning creative director who now runs the consultancy Howard Raucous LLC. In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"15baac92-7fb4-40f9-be6e-26ebd804b1b8\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Getty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"Aisle of an airplane\" data-image-filename=\"gettyimages-1323060158.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"2121\" data-image-height=\"1414\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI often wonder about companies and the ideas they have.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDo they always think them through? Do they feel pressured by internal or external forces, of the social or political kind?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-tech-products-2022\u002F\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EZDNET editors loved these tech products and gadgets in 2022\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd how do customers truly react when a company thrusts an idea upon them, especially an idea the company thinks may be controversial or merely funny?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI confess I've seen some companies' deliberations up close and, goodness, you should see the corporate angst.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut one idea that made me wonder long into the dark days of winter was recently foisted upon the world by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Funited-airlines-wants-more-of-your-money-and-itll-tell-you-exactly-why\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EUnited Airlines\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhave-an-iphone-flighty-is-a-must-have-app-for-traveling-this-holiday-season\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHave an iPhone? Flighty is a must-have app for traveling this holiday season\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor reasons of, I'm guessing, haughtiness wrapped in a veneer of competitive spirit, United \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Funited-airlines-thinks-youre-a-fool-if-you-fly-southwest\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecreated a website\u003C\u002Fa\u003E called \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fnotgroupc.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ENotGroupC\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere, the airline asked customers to sign up for what it called a Courte-C Call. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, perhaps I should have mentioned this, but the customers United was addressing were Southwest Airlines customers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe whole idea was to get them to check in 24 hours before their flight, so that they wouldn't end up in the much-maligned Group C, which might lead to an awful middle seat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA little like booking United's Basic Economy offering, in fact.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen NotGroupC was launched in November, I assumed it was just a wheeze. A PR-led exercise designed to incite a little, well, PR.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYet here's United \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.wsj.com\u002Farticles\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-flights-boarding-saving-seats-11670356912?mod=e2tw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Einsisting to the Wall Street Journal\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that 8,000 Southwest customers have signed up.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis leaves me with far too many thoughts coursing through my mind. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example, who are these alleged forlorn 8,000? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDo they not have \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-pixel-7-pro-vs-iphone-14-pro\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ean iPhone or a fine Google Pixel\u003C\u002Fa\u003E upon which they can set themselves a reminder to check in for their Southwest flight? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWas it really easier to sign up for an alert from a rival airline, which, one imagines, wants to suck in a little of their data in order to remind them of, say, some fine United Airlines offers from the same airport in the future?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOr might these alleged forlorn 8,000 have actually found the United campaign so funny that they immediately booked a Southwest flight in order test out the new Courte-C Call service?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fone-bad-experience-is-all-it-takes-to-lose-a-customer\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EOne bad experience is all it takes to lose a customer\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENaturally, dark thoughts entered my mind too. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhat if these alleged forlorn 8,000 are all, in fact, employees of United, their families and friends? No, that couldn't possibly be the case. No corporation could be as cynical as that. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis leaves me to consider that Southwest -- which describes United's wheeze as \"a great courtesy they're extending\" -- may have 8,000 customers who need a little more, um, love from the airline.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHow about recording them a special song -- perhaps a version of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FLove_Is_All_Around\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\"Love Is All Around\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\" sung by flight attendants -- and texting it to these 8,000 customers 24 hours before their flight?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESurely that would dismiss all thoughts of United from their minds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d59d73a9-6ba4-4277-91ae-e8a97becffd6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd59d73a9-6ba4-4277-91ae-e8a97becffd6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2022-12-17 13:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Something doesn't feel quite right about this. 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In 2013, Mediapost named him the Most Influential Person on Madison Avenue. His writing has been published all over the world, most recently on CNET.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"0bcc73c1-333f-47f0-942d-f6bdd6cab158\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EPerfectly stormy?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Southwest Airlines\u002FScreenshot by Chris Matyszczyk\" data-image-alt-text=\"Side of Southwest Airlines plane\" data-image-filename=\"screen-shot-2022-10-31-at-3-45-56-pm.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F10\u002F31\" data-image-width=\"1702\" data-image-height=\"848\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile you're still stuck at some crowded airport -- perhaps one where \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002FRexChapman\u002Fstatus\u002F1608133279282253832\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe police are telling you that you're trespassing\u003C\u002Fa\u003E -- the apologies have begun.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthese-are-my-5-must-have-devices-for-work-travel-now\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E5 must-have devices for work travel now\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESouthwest Airlines CEO Robert Jordan finally, after more than two days of chaos, offered a heartfelt video of apology. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm sorry. I meant \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002FSouthwestAir\u002Fstatus\u002F1607905087074013185?utm_source=pocket_reader\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ean utterly robotic video of an apology\u003C\u002Fa\u003E written, it appeared, by a lawyer.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"twitter_tweet\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Southwest Airlines","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FSouthwestAir","cache_age":"3153600000","height":null,"html":"\u003Cblockquote class=\\"twitter-tweet\\"\u003E\u003Cp lang=\\"en\\" dir=\\"ltr\\"\u003EOn the heels of wide-scale disruptions, we&#39;re working diligently to Safely recover our operation &amp; accommodate displaced Customers &amp; Crews. We know this is unacceptable &amp; sincerely apologize. If your travel was impacted, explore self-service options here: \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ft.co\\\u002FB6L8HR9Yqc\\"\u003Ehttps:\\\u002F\\\u002Ft.co\\\u002FB6L8HR9Yqc\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ft.co\\\u002FmLWndYMned\\"\u003Epic.twitter.com\\\u002FmLWndYMned\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fp\u003E&mdash; Southwest Airlines (@SouthwestAir) \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FSouthwestAir\\\u002Fstatus\\\u002F1607905087074013185?ref_src=twsrc^tfw\\"\u003EDecember 28, 2022\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fblockquote\u003E\\n","provider_name":"Twitter","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com","type":"rich","url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FSouthwestAir\\\u002Fstatus\\\u002F1607905087074013185","version":"1.0","width":550}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002FSouthwestAir\u002Fstatus\u002F1607905087074013185?utm_source=pocket_reader\" data-conversation=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course, as the apologies rained down in an unconvincing squall, apologists emerged too. Perhaps half a million customers had their journeys ruined but this was the \"perfect storm,\" they \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.msnbc.com\u002Falex-wagner-tonight\u002Fwatch\u002F-perfect-storm-of-internal-and-external-problems-broke-southwest-airlines-158956101928\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edeclared\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh yes. So very perfect. Poor unlucky Southwest Airlines. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe weather was so, so much fiercer than the airline had imagined. Who could have conceived places like Chicago and Denver could get so cold in December? Who could have imagined, indeed, that some employees might not want to work in such cold, or might fall sick while doing so?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnd who could have imagined that the airline's management might have responded with, oh, harsh words to those employees and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonemileatatime.com\u002Fnews\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-meltdown-denver\u002F?utm_source=pocket_reader\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edemands that they bring a doctor's note\u003C\u002Fa\u003E?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's not as if other airlines weren't affected. Wait, but Southwest \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002Frossfeinstein\u002Fstatus\u002F1607457962372771840?s=43&t=P7bLVH1uzfLA56CRcO2VCg&utm_source=pocket_reader\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecanceled 2,293 flights on Dec. 26, while American Airlines canceled 12\u003C\u002Fa\u003E?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"twitter_tweet\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Ross Feinstein","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FRossFeinstein","cache_age":"3153600000","height":null,"html":"\u003Cblockquote class=\\"twitter-tweet\\"\u003E\u003Cp lang=\\"en\\" dir=\\"ltr\\"\u003EYikes, \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FSouthwestAir?ref_src=twsrc^tfw\\"\u003E@SouthwestAir\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E! This is clearly a meltdown.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cbr\u003EMaybe it is time for \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FUSDOT?ref_src=twsrc^tfw\\"\u003E@USDOT\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FSecretaryPete?ref_src=twsrc^tfw\\"\u003E@SecretaryPete\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E to require all U.S. airlines to have interline agreements to rebook on other airlines during irregular operations? \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ft.co\\\u002FBWiojrkPz3\\"\u003Epic.twitter.com\\\u002FBWiojrkPz3\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fp\u003E&mdash; Ross Feinstein (@RossFeinstein) \u003Ca href=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FRossFeinstein\\\u002Fstatus\\\u002F1607457962372771840?ref_src=twsrc^tfw\\"\u003EDecember 26, 2022\u003C\\\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fblockquote\u003E\\n","provider_name":"Twitter","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com","type":"rich","url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Ftwitter.com\\\u002FRossFeinstein\\\u002Fstatus\\\u002F1607457962372771840","version":"1.0","width":550}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftwitter.com\u002Frossfeinstein\u002Fstatus\u002F1607457962372771840?\" data-conversation=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ESoftware? What Software?\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut then there was the software.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe airline has software systems from the 1990s. Southwest had to try and contact their pilots and crew last week by phone because there was no app or other more advanced technological means available to discover where they were. Some crew say they couldn't get through for 10 hours.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"d9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fd9187ff5-288d-4569-8b5e-e4f0aa892d83\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPlease let's not say no one could see this supposed perfect storm coming. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen he became Southwest CEO, Robert Jordan \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-just-made-a-confession-that-may-make-customers-weep\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Efreely confessed\u003C\u002Fa\u003E the airline's systems were antiquated.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMay I offer you just one of his prescient observations?: \"When you're in irregular operations (such as cancelations and delays caused by weather or other factors), I've got aircraft out of place and customers out of place, and this aircraft needs to end up in that maintenance base. There are probably tools that we can use to more quickly notice problems and provide solutions.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou see, dear Southwest customer? The airline's CEO told you this could happen last January. As did \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-pilots-want-customers-to-know-how-bad-things-really-are\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESouthwest's pilots\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI confess, however, I never contemplated flying Southwest during any sort of busy or weather-threatened period. I learned, you see, about Southwest's abject attitude toward technology a few years ago. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ETechnology At Its Worst.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's just a small story in many ways, but I can't help thinking it says a lot about the airline's attitude to tech in general.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFive years ago, I was at LAX on the way back from a meeting. I was flying Southwest and thought it wise to sign up for email alerts.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA simple technology, this. You'd think. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe airline lets you know of any changes to your flight so that you can happily manage your time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fflying-soon-flighty-is-a-must-have-ios-app-for-air-travel-this-holiday-season\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFlying soon? Flighty is a must-have iOS app for air travel\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESouthwest did, indeed, email me to say my flight was delayed by an hour and 15 minutes. It was OK. LA to San Francisco is but a short flight. This delay would allow me to have dinner at LAX without feeling rushed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, but then another email. The previous departure time, 9:50pm, was now 11:15pm. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFine, fine. Please just get me home. But at 8:47pm, another email. Departure would now be 10:50pm. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHosanna, thought I. So I went to a bar for dinner, where the man next to me had also availed himself of Southwest's email alerts. How convenient they were. How efficient.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAt 10pm, my new friend and I wafted back to the gate. Where the gate agent seemed to have several unhappy customers in his ears.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou've got there already, haven't you?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe plane left without us. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen we asked why, we got no real response. When we asked for compensation, the gate agents weren't interested. They said we should have stayed at the gate and listened for announcements. We explained that we had the email alert system. The gate agent explained that he couldn't care less.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EPut Another Analog On The Fire, Dear.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat was the day I became just a little less interested in flying Southwest.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's when I realized that Southwest was fundamentally an analog airline. Why invest in technology when you can make loads of money doing things the old way? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"a63f50c9-f9a5-479f-a20d-ddd75914a5f8\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fa63f50c9-f9a5-479f-a20d-ddd75914a5f8\" data-float=\"right\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIndeed, Southwest \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-has-a-new-idea-for-customers-some-are-already-angry-about-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ehas only just now thought it a good idea to put power outlets on at least some of its planes\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EToo often with airlines, we learn the hard way. We hope the worst isn't going to happen, but very bad things happen far too often.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPlease, though, Southwest customers know that the airline is truly, truly sorry and has always been committed to upgrading its technology.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut not as committed as it's been to making sure its executives and shareholders make lots of lucre.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen the airlines got their government bailouts, they were forbidden from share buybacks or from offering dividends until September this year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen came December 2022. Which airline do you think was \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bizjournals.com\u002Fdallas\u002Fnews\u002F2022\u002F12\u002F07\u002Fsouthwest-airlines-reinstates-dividend.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe first to announce a dividend\u003C\u002Fa\u003E?\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYes, you're right. It was the airline that just loves its customers. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe one that loves its shareholders just a little bit more.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2023-01-01 13:00:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Was the Southwest debacle \"the perfect storm\"? 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Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"f727ab95-5d21-496d-94ec-9fec69fdc6cf\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ESyncwire Tire Inflator.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Syncwire Tire Inflator\" data-image-filename=\"img-0526.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EZDNET's key takeaways\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Syncwire Tire Inflator is \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"3fa865e1-1ff7-40ad-b152-ea27c491491f\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSyncwire-Tire-Inflator-Portable-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0D1QHFSNB\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSyncwire-Tire-Inflator-Portable-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0D1QHFSNB?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"available from Amazon for $50\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIt's portable, has a decent charge, and is very easy to use.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003ENo facility to discharge air from overinflated tires.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's easy to ignore the small things that make a big difference. For example, tire pressure. If your tires look round, then surely they're properly inflated? Wrong.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHaving incorrect tire pressures can have significant effects on both fuel consumption and safety. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAccording to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nhtsa.gov\u002Fvehicle-safety\u002Ftires\"\u003ENational Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, maintaining the right tire pressure can save you as much as 11 cents per gallon on fuel and extend the average tire life by 4,700 miles. While saving money is certainly a positive outcome, the importance of saving lives cannot be overstated. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe NHTSA estimates that one in four vehicles have at least one tire that's significantly under-inflated at any given time. 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Not much bigger than a smartphone, it packs away into a drawstring bag for easy storage in a car's trunk or glovebox. The bag also stores all the nozzles, the charging cable, and spare tire valve caps together in one place. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"e344550f-ecac-40a1-9a88-068aa1bc532d\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThis portable air compressor is fast.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"This portable air compressor is fast.\" data-image-filename=\"img-0528.gif\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"720\" data-image-height=\"480\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENext up, the user interface of the compressor is clear and straightforward. The display is big and clear in daylight or at night, and the buttons are clear and easy to understand. Again, the last thing you want to be doing when you're dealing with a tire issue is having to find a manual to decipher the air compressor.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fpsa-do-not-charge-your-phone-while-using-it-in-the-bath\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPSA: Do not charge your phone while using it in the bath\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Syncwire has four modes for inflating different items – cars, motorcycles, bikes, and balls -- along with a custom mode that you can preset to a specific pressure range. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe dual 2600mAh rechargeable batteries powering the compressor give it enough power to refill a typical tire in about a minute, and enough charge to inflate about 10 tires before needing to be recharged. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"8adb24d8-14c8-4cd7-a131-01d916fa0c9a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ESyncwire Tire Inflator kit.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Syncwire Tire Inflator kit.\" data-image-filename=\"untitled-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe air compressor also features a USB-A output, allowing the unit to be used as a power bank, and there's also a dual-color LED light for those night-time emergencies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe only downside to this air compressor that I can find is that there's no automatic way to discharge air from overinflated tires. This is a minor negative, but auto discharge would come in handy when you encounter the occasional overinflated tire.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"3d524e9e-8754-4859-81ec-5b8e7e750851\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSyncwire-Tire-Inflator-Portable-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0D1QHFSNB\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Syncwire Tire Inflator\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is a quick, handy way to keep your tires properly inflated, saving money and making your journeys safer. And the addition of a power bank feature and LED flashlight gives this bit of kit a lot of flexibility.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith a regular price of $50, this is a competitively-priced portable air compressor, making it a must-have for all car fanatics and DIYers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-12-03 10:52:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Maintaining the correct tire pressure on your vehicle not only helps you save on gas but also makes driving safer. 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Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"04fc7f92-6f23-486e-909f-c061fb22bd48\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EDJI Air 3 drone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"DJI Air 3 drone.\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00598.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"983\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are junk toy drones, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F5-cool-things-you-can-do-with-a-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eenthusiast drones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the workhorse prosumer drones, and the heavy professional drones. While you can get great photos and videos from an enthusiast drone such as the DJI Mini 3, if you want a pro-grade drone, you usually have to part with the big bucks. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI's newest addition to its drone lineup -- the Air 3 -- changes that and does a fantastic job of straddling the enthusiast and prosumer line at a more reasonable price. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best drones: Which flying camera is right for you?\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the Air 3, you get two cameras, all-round obstacle avoidance, and dual-camera array, as well as a promise of 43 minutes of battery life.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut does it deliver? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" 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data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EDJI Air 3 specs\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETakeoff Weight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 720 g\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Folded (without propellers): 207×100.5×91.1 mm\u002FUnfolded (without propellers): 258.8 × 326 × 105.8mm\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Ascent Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 10 m\u002Fs\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Descent Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 10 m\u002Fs\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Horizontal Speed (at sea level, no wind)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 21 m\u002Fs (limited to 19 m\u002Fs in EU regions)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Flight Time\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 46 minutes\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWide-Angle Camera Lens\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 82°, 24 mm equivalent, f\u002F1.7, focus from 1 m to ∞\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWide-Angle Camera Sensor\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1\u002F1.3 inch CMOS, 48 megapixels, 1-3x digital zoom\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMedium Tele Camera Lens\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 35°, 70mm equivalent, f\u002F2.8, focus from 3m to ∞\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMedium Tele Camera Sensor\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1\u002F1.3 inch CMOS, 48 megapixels, 3-9x digital zoom\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Video Resolution\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 4K: 3840 × 2160@24\u002F25\u002F30\u002F48\u002F50\u002F60\u002F100 fps\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EObstacle Sensors\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Forward, backward, left, right, and upwards \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@AdrianKingsleyHughes","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FnN8VctUv9gc?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"The Meeting - DJI Air 3 test footage\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FnN8VctUv9gc\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"The Meeting - DJI Air 3 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Big drones, small drones, and the drones in between. If DJI makes it, I've flown it. Recently, we've seen DJI release the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"db42fb28-eeef-4e2a-9205-1cd9c364b708\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Lightweight-Foldable-Intelligent\u002Fdp\u002FB0BL3T49JF\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 3\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"b1bb72ba-3a55-4ede-8a2f-d86165547cfb\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Pro-Lightweight-Tri-Directional\u002Fdp\u002FB09WDBDGBZ\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 3 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, and the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"8a2a46dd-bf68-46eb-a4d7-182d67a285ec\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0BV21WGH6\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mavic 3 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E at the other. The middle ground between these drones was previously occupied by the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdji-announces-999-mavic-air-2s-featuring-5-4k-video\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eaging Air 2S\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which was released back in April of 2021.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI drones have changed and improved a lot since the release of the Air 2S, and the new Air 3 benefits from all these incremental changes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmavic-3-pro-hands-on-with-the-best-drone-for-content-creators\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMavic 3 Pro: Hands-on with the best drone for content creators\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETwo of the biggest changes are the dual camera array -- adding a x3 medium tele camera to the existing wide-angle camera -- and omnidirectional obstacle sensing to prevent you from plowing your drone into a wall, free, or lamppost. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe camera output is what I've come to expect from DJI -- excellent. It's easy to forget that DJI isn't just a drone company, it's also a camera company, and this puts it leagues ahead of the competition.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b0a909ca-f4e3-4a00-b39c-8cbcb2a8225e\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe DJI Air 3 has a dual camera array.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of dual camera array on the DJI Air 3\" data-image-filename=\"img-4701.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDuring my tests, the absence of neutral density (ND) filters on the provided media unit proved to be a minor hindrance. ND filters function like sunglasses for the camera, enabling better control of lighting. This is crucial for capturing video in bright conditions, as ND filters are vital for more precise shot adjustments because neither camera on the Air 3 have aperture control (a feature similar to an eye's iris and how that expands and contracts to let in more or less light).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis lack of ND filters meant I found myself in a position where I couldn't go for my usual cinematic settings of 24 frames per second at a shutter speed of 1\u002F50 of a second because that would have been too bright. The only option is to keep shortening the shutter time (the amount of time the shutter is open and letting in light) to compensate. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fthis-15-accessory-unlocks-the-gopros-game-changing-camera-feature\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis $15 accessory unlocks the Go Pro's game-changing feature\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor a lot of filming applications, this is a workable solution, but it does lack the cinematic motion blur that I like, especially when I'm flying close to the subject. If you're buying this for videography, get a set of ND filters. Grab the Fly More Combo kit that comes with ND filters, or get yourself quality third-party filters that are likely to hit the market soon from manufacturers such as Polar Pro, Freewell, or PGYTech.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EImprovise, adapt, overcome.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut still, despite the limitations, the output was still incredible.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"965adcc0-480c-48c6-bcdb-29b138f41886\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ERear omnidirectional obstacle sensors on the Air 3.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of the rear omnidirectional obstacle sensors on the Air 3.\" data-image-filename=\"img-4699.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe omnidirectional obstacle sensing is a feature that could help save your drone from damage or destruction. While I'd never rely on these sensors, and always keep an eye on where the drone is and its surroundings, it's a super handy feature that makes flying safer. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"78a9f865-f4a4-4c2f-acad-64f700c8a1b4\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe omnidirectional obstacle sensing built into the Air 3 easily detected and avoided these trees.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Air 3 avoiding obstacles\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00587.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1066\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 does a good job of picking up and avoiding things like humans, walls, and trees. It's also good at detecting rogue branches, but it can be blind to twigs -- and a tiny twig in the propellers is all it takes to bring a drone down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"28cc0dff-a518-4c0c-9709-456ba30f2087\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 detecting obstacles -- and danger -- all around it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Air 3 detecting obstacles\" data-image-filename=\"img-4686.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut sometimes, you have to disable the obstacle avoidance sensors to allow you to get closer to things. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-action-camera\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIs GoPro still the best action camera? Well, it depends\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is done by flipping the drone into \"Sport\" mode, but because the Air 3 allows you to control the maximum speed in all modes, and bring it down as low as 1 meter per second, you still get amazing control over the drone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"56fd34ac-37ae-4b02-9695-3d17b8c3c48a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EObstacle avoidance turned off so I can fly the drone between two trees.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Person flying the drone between two trees.\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00631.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1066\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, any time you do this, there are risks. As careful as I was, I lightly clipped a propellor against a twig. The drone is so stable that I didn't notice this in-flight, but I noticed it during a pre-flight check. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a4fc0a2e-1e4a-4524-8926-ec7a84ac9480\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EDamaged propellor spotted during a pre-flight check.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hand holding a damaged propellor\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00655.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou should never fly with a damaged propellor as this could catastrophically fail in flight, cause you to lose the drone, potentially cause injury to those around you, and damage to property. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFortunately, the propellers are easy to replace.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d3c3c780-0abb-485f-a3c0-4e3784fda666\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt only takes seconds to replace a propellor.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hands replacing a propellor.\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00657.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are a whole host of improvements and tweaks that I love that form part of the Air 3. I've seen some improvements on other DJI drones, while some are new.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhow-to-safely-attach-a-gopro-to-your-car-or-truck\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to safely attach your GoPro to the side of your car or truck\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example, I love that the microSD card is now easily accessible, and I don't need to have tweezers to hand. The case has been tweaked again, and we now have one that's big enough to hold everything without having to struggle to pack things into it or pull stuff out. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENice!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"12950074-4eb6-49f9-83e9-03ee026d1547\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe microSD card is easily accessible on the Air 3.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The microSD card accessibility in the Air 3.\" data-image-filename=\"img-4691.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe battery charging case now features clips to hold the batteries in place. This dramatically reduces the risk of the battery being improperly fitted and therefore not charged. This also prevents the batteries from spilling out everywhere in the field, which is a huge improvement on the previous iterations of the charging case by DJI.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2c5b6096-07f5-4846-977a-c121beccd722\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe battery clips on the battery charging case are a really nice feature.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hand holding the battery clips on the battery charging case\" data-image-filename=\"img-4704.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe gimbal cover is also one of the nicest, easiest to fit and remove covers to date, removing that latent anxiety that you're going to destroy the camera while trying to protect it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"586c9793-e4d7-49b8-a8cd-d548f95a0090\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe redesigned gimbal cover is one of the easiest to use to date.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of the redesigned gimbal cover\" data-image-filename=\"img-4693.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, and now this is a really small but thoughtful touch. Users have in the past complained that the arms rub on the drone's body when folded in and packed away. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fin-depth\u002Finnovation\u002Fthe-drone-wranglers-how-the-most-authentic-old-west-town-in-the-us-is-delivering-the-future-of-flight\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe drone wranglers: How the most authentic Old West town is delivering the future of flight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow DJI has fitted little rubberized pads to prevent this. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"1890cfe1-1f1a-4785-b647-7be8afaaa23f\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ELittle rubberized pads prevent the arms from rubbing on the drone's body when folded down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of rubberized pads\" data-image-filename=\"img-4700.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe build quality of the drone is also superb. It feels solid in the hand, and while no amount of \"feels solid in the hand\" is going to help come a crash, it does help prevent damage when handling the drone, removing and refitting batteries and memory cards, and removing and refitting that gimbal cover.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5110d906-369b-4675-bd5c-23b35d65f2c0\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 feels solid and robust.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Air 3 feels solid and robust.\" data-image-filename=\"img-4694.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs for shooting at night, here's a short video and image taken about an hour after sunset. This output has been very lightly edited so give you an idea of what you can expect, and this could be edited and processed a lot more to bring out more detail and add artistic flair.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@AdrianKingsleyHughes","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002Fz0gMUhQagM8?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"South Stack lighthouse, Anglesey, North Wales - DJI Air 3 test footage\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002Fz0gMUhQagM8\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"South Stack lighthouse, Anglesey, North Wales - DJI Air 3 test footage","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002Fz0gMUhQagM8\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c8f9fc67-4d88-4b70-8531-2a947f659d6e\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ENight shot with the Air 3, shot about an hour after sunset.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Night shot with the Air 3, shot about an hour after sunset.\" data-image-filename=\"dji-20230724231759-0008-d.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F24\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe not so good\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile my experience with the Air 3 has been overwhelmingly positive, there are a few things that make me frown a little. Some of these are hardware-based and unlikely going to change, while others could be fixed in a future software update.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst, all new drones have odd flight characteristics that are ironed out in subsequent firmware updates. The Air 3 is surprisingly good for general flying, but when it came to precision flying, especially in the vicinity of obstacles, I would sometimes find the drone doing odd things such as doing a lot of corrections to hover or not responding properly to the controller. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese are small things, and as I've said, I find that these things are fixed quickly once the drones get into the hands of users.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother annoyance is that switching between the two cameras is slow -- really slow, sometimes taking five seconds. It's very easy to lose a good shot because of this lag.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-surveillance-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best surveillance cameras\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've also noticed an issue with the focus when using the tele camera close to its minimum focus distance. I found that even if I used manual focus and locked it on the spot I wanted, it would drift a little (or perhaps not be set correctly in the first place, or I touched the screen and messed it up), so creators need to be careful here. There are a couple of soft shots in my test video that happened because of this, and they were taken as two separate shots. I'm not sure if this is something that DJI needs to fix because it's a bug, or give us better tools to check if the focus is spot-on because it's operator error.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhatever the reason, it's annoying.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen there's a general lag on the controller. My review unit was shipped with the new DJI RC 2 controller, so I can only hope that future firmware updates will work on resolving this. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile on the subject of that remote controller, mine feels very plasticky and rattly, and overall the fit and finish feel really cheap compared to the DJI RC Pro controller. But the RC Pro is more expensive, and there are profit margins as well as the price tag to consider.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI also dislike the fact that DJI continues to use the tiniest screw threads possible to connect the sticks to the controller. Sure, this is easy when sitting at your desk in an air-conditioned office, but a pain in the field.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b351cfd6-f251-422a-b60f-d8a2ffdcaf1b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EScrewing the sticks onto the controller is tricky, and a recipe for losing the sticks when in the wilds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Screwing the sticks onto the controller \" data-image-filename=\"img-4715.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe bottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI owned the Air 3's predecessor -- the Air 2S -- but it's a drone I've not flown in months. It was bigger and bulkier to carry than the Mini 3 Pro, and not as rock solid in the air compared to the Mavic 3 and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmavic-3-pro-hands-on-with-the-best-drone-for-content-creators\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMavic 3 Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. I didn't need a drone that sat in between those two drones, especially one that had so many limitations. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 could change that. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-drone-accessories\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best drone accessories: Truly useful must-haves\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere is a drone not only with a formidable camera array, but also feels solid and reliable both in the hand and in the air. And it's a drone that's capable of capturing stunning photos and video.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EComing to the price, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"a64e07e3-28d3-44b7-a426-ed96e0d965ec\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fstore.dji.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fdji-air-3\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB07FRWP5HX\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Air 3 starts at $1,099\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, and for that you get the drone and the RC-N2 controller that you have to attach to your smartphone. There's also a Fly More combo kit that comes with more batteries, the ND filters, and the battery holder, and that's $1,349 for the kit that comes with the RC-N2 controller, and $1,549 for the kit and the RC 2 controller.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's not bad. Not bad at all.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a77b6c73-9446-4b17-a499-04f18cc59231\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhat you get in the DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo kit with the RC 2 controller.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"DJI\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo kit with the RC 2 controller.\" data-image-filename=\"bg-03-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI is leagues ahead of its competitors, and this drone shows just how far the company has come in a little over two years. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor those looking for an enthusiast-level drone with prosumer features, you need to look no further. If you're a current Air 2S owner and need to get in closer to your subjects, then the medium telephoto camera will deliver exactly that in a platform that will otherwise feel quite familiar to you, which could make this the perfect upgrade. If you're coming from a DJI Mini drone, then this is going to open up a world of possibilities for you to be even more creative in the sky.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-12-03 09:48:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Want a drone that'll do it all? 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When Kerry isn't drooling over the next best thing, he's probably being let down by the Los Angeles Lakers.",profile:c,title:"Senior Reviews Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"4d7bcd51-8602-48c0-83c6-df0bfc4c97db\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\" \" data-description=\"The AAWireless Two costs $65 and gives you wireless Android Auto support when plugged in.~ A new built-in button lets you quickly swap between paired devices.~ The companion app is almost too robust, but that's not the worst thing.\" data-like=\" \" data-dislike=\" \" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"09\" data-editorsyear=\"2024\" data-editorsdate=\""2024-09-14T17:52:03.536Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"09\" data-innovationyear=\"2024\" data-innovationdate=\""2024-09-14T17:52:03.536Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"ef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba","filename":"pxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F14\u002Fef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba\u002Fpxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-14 14:44:45","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"ef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba","imageFilename":"pxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F14"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6","url":""}]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EUpdate: The AAWireless Two adapter is back in stock on Amazon again. We'll update this story if\u002Fwhen it's unavailable again.\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince I bought my first car two years ago, I've had the worst luck with wireless Android Auto adapters. I initially sprung for the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"5ecb6a4c-b0e1-4e8e-812e-74dd8a095053\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FMotorola-MA1-Wireless-Android-Adapter\u002Fdp\u002FB09PQ95GY4\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Motorola MA1\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E because of its popularity and, admittedly, Amazon's algorithmic recommendation, but it was simply too unreliable to use during commutes and road trips. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe pairing process wasn't always the fastest; audio playback (including navigation instructions) tended to stutter, and the dongle would often get so warm that it felt uncomfortable stashing it inside the center console. When I took the risk on a different, generic brand, its interpretation of \"wireless Android Auto\" meant fully replacing the operating system with its own proprietary user interface. Boo.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-cyber-monday-deals-2024-12-2\u002F\"\u003EThe best Cyber Monday deals live now\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA bit of cross-shopping recently led me to the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"adebebf7-c238-41a5-8462-7cc179316897\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"AAWireless adapter\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, which, like the Motorola MA1, connects to your car via USB-A and serves as a wireless receiver for Android Auto. I've been testing it for the past few weeks, and my driving experience has never been more refreshing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe portable adapter features a multifunctional button that lets you swap host devices,&nbsp;while the app gives you more extensive controls.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"AAWireless Two\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"26374daf-7b01-4fa5-8879-3aaf7962e71f","title":"AAWireless Two Android Auto dongle","filename":"pxl-20241112-113521052-mp.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F14\u002F26374daf-7b01-4fa5-8879-3aaf7962e71f\u002Fpxl-20241112-113521052-mp.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":294635,"width":4032,"height":2268,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-14 14:44:45","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-11-14 14:45:06","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET","alt":"AAWireless Two Android Auto dongle","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"26374daf-7b01-4fa5-8879-3aaf7962e71f","imageAltText":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"pxl-20241112-113521052-mp.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F14","imageWidth":4032,"imageHeight":2268,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"f8ae1877-a2d1-4ce3-9452-160fab14a50c","slug":"aawireless-two-android-auto-wireless-adapter-convert-factory-wired-android-auto-to-wireless-multifunctional-button","name":"AAWireless Two - Android Auto Wireless Adapter - Convert Factory Wired Android Auto to Wireless - Multifunctional Button - Easy Plug and Play Setup - Seamlessly Connect Via Bluetooth - Made in Europe","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"AUTOPID","mod":1731774117180,"displayDate":"Sat Nov 16 2024 11:21:57 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless Two adapter costs $65, which is actually cheaper than its predecessor and competing accessories. How it works is fairly straightforward: You download and open the AAWireless companion app (should you want to make any modifications or update the software), plug the adapter into your car via USB-A, long press its multifunctional button to initiate pairing mode, and then connect to it on your phone screen. From this point forward, your phone will automatically pair to the adapter when your car is turned on.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe pairing process alone is superior to that of other wireless adapters, as the multifunctional button doubles as an LED indicator ring, saving you from second-guessing whether the adapter is on or not (or if pairing mode has been activated). It took some time to familiarize myself with what each color meant, but after the first few days of testing, I got the hang of things. Just make sure you're staring straight at the LED ring, as the coloring is less visible when off-axis.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-is-ending-android-auto-support-for-older-phones-heres-why-and-the-simple-fix\u002F\"\u003EGoogle is ending Android Auto support for older phones. Here's why (and the simple fix)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless Two can pair and swap between multiple devices, which is ideal for those who share a car with someone else. Setting up the secondary device is the same as the first, and swapping between the two is as simple as a single press of the multifunctional button. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm a fan of the app's ability to set a priority list for which device to connect with. I'm usually the one driving between my wife and me, so we prefer the adapter to pair with my phone. Once it does, the Android Auto experience often works fluidly, reacting to my button presses without much lag (if any), and playing Spotify without skipping a beat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"50695c92-537a-4fd5-8ea1-e35d33a825fd\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"AAWireless Two Android Auto dongle\" data-image-filename=\"pxl-20241112-113757934-mp.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F14\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"2268\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy qualms with the AAWireless Two adapter have more to do with the product category as a whole. For example, switching to a wireless adapter means my phone is no longer plugged in and charging gradually as I drive around town.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor road trips or commutes into the city (which can take upwards of an hour), that trickle charge is something I've taken for granted. Of course, I can still juice up my phone if there's a spare USB port, inlet, or wireless charging dock, but I miss the convenience of using a single cable to power my phone while running Android Auto.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-android-phone\u002F\"\u003EThe best Android phones to buy in 2024\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless Two adapter also doesn't support Apple CarPlay. It's branded as AA (Android Auto) Wireless and not CPWireless, after all, but the company is still missing out on a large user base. Fortunately, an AAWireless Two Plus, which features a hardware redesign to support CarPlay, is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002F9to5google.com\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F02\u002Faawireless-two-carplay-2025\u002F#link={\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ereportedly in the works\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and set to be released in Q1 2025. That wouldn't help me, an Android user, but it does make the potential conversion to an iPhone a little less burdensome.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's all to say: the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"da198c72-21da-4d56-ab9d-1cb1ec56f3e2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"AAWireless Two\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is the best wireless Android Auto adapter I've tested to date, and I've used quite a few. It's priced well, functions as well as it looks, and, most importantly, holds a reliable connection throughout my rides. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EShould you have any issues with the adapter, I recommend checking the companion app first for any relevant diagnostic and troubleshooting tools. There are options for toggling pass-through mode (for data transferring), fixing audio stutters, disabling TTS sink for routing navigation audio, and much more. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-12-02 15:40:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The AAWireless Two won't charm you with a ground-breaking industrial design or an edgy name, but it's as good as these adapters get - and back in stock for Cyber Monday.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"90e8ca5c-3dfc-40ea-89d5-b0795002cfe6",image:{id:"ef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba",filename:"pxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-11-14 14:44:45",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"GOTRAX 4 electric scooter",credits:"GOTRAX",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F14\u002Fef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba\u002Fpxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4032,height:2268,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Smartphones^Mobile Accessories",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"i-finally-found-a-wireless-android-auto-adapter-thats-reliable-and-affordable-and-its-in-stock-again",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"I finally found a wireless Android Auto adapter that's reliable and affordable - and it's in stock again",topic:{id:"972fc09a-0553-4863-854d-3d98942e4f6f",slug:"mobile-accessories",name:"Mobile Accessories",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"972fc09a-0553-4863-854d-3d98942e4f6f",slug:"mobile-accessories",name:"Mobile Accessories",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"b0fb3d1e-3e24-473d-9325-eaaf1980f7c7",slug:"android",name:"Android",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2c87ef21-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"jperlow",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Jason",lastName:"Perlow",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0",filename:"jason-perlow.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:08:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0\u002Fjason-perlow.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Jason Perlow is a technologist with over two decades of experience integrating large heterogeneous multi-vendor computing environments in Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"June Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses ZDNET\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00243.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F15\" data-image-width=\"4240\" data-image-height=\"2384\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe year 2024 delivered all the drama technology fans could want: AI dominance, chip wars, smart devices that were \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tried-replacing-twitter-with-bluesky-threads-and-mastodon-heres-what-i-found\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eanything but, and a social media implosion\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that's already a case study in corporate mismanagement. From monumental wins to jaw-dropping failures, here's the definitive breakdown of the year's tech highs and lows.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fbest-black-friday-deals-2024\u002F\"\u003EThe best Black Friday deals live now\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ELosers\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1. X (formerly Twitter): A masterclass in self-destruction\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElon Musk spent 2024 doubling down on the chaos that turned X into a punchline. Advertisers fled after baffling policy shifts, verified checkmarks became meaningless, and users \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbluesky-hits-20-million-users-and-counting-watch-it-keep-growing-here\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eabandoned ship\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for Bluesky and Mastodon in droves. Engagement plummeted, and what was once a cultural institution became a meme of its former self. Musk might still call it \"the town square,\" but in 2024, X was more like the local landfill.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tried-replacing-twitter-with-bluesky-threads-and-mastodon-heres-what-i-found\u002F\"\u003EI tried replacing Twitter with Bluesky, Threads, and Mastodon: Here's what I found\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2. Amazon: Innovation takes a coffee break\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmazon's five-day return-to-office mandate alienated employees, sparked accusations of \"quiet firing,\" and triggered a mass exodus of talent. Workers who couldn't -- or wouldn't -- move closer to offices were forced out, and with them went years of expertise and innovation. This was the HR equivalent of smashing a robot with a sledgehammer for a company obsessed with efficiency. Quiet quitting? More like loud mismanagement.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fwork-life\u002F82-of-leaders-plan-to-increase-flexible-work-options-in-the-next-two-years\u002F\"\u003E82% of leaders plan to increase flexible work options in the next two years\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"abb76d32-c6c3-4d6e-bd2d-a0d0c27162ca\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"UCG\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"cybertruck-gettyimages-2151765552\" data-image-filename=\"cybertruck-gettyimages-2151765552.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"768\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Cybertruck: Trapezoids of doom\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesla's Cybertruck finally hit the road in 2024 -- and immediately rolled into a ditch. Recalls for defective inverters, cameras that didn't work, and windshield wipers that couldn't handle drizzle made the truck a laughingstock. Its resale value tanked, and its polarizing design still looked like a failed geometry assignment. Sure, it turns heads, but only because people can't believe it exists.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E4. Apple Vision Pro: $3,500 worth of \u003Cem\u003E'why?\u003C\u002Fem\u003E'\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-vision-pro-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EApple's Vision Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E wowed in demos and dazzled on paper, but in practice, it was a solution in search of a problem. At \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e58e39e8-7ae9-41b1-ba89-da80c8f871ed\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-vision\u002Fapple-vision-pro?afid=p239%7C159047&cid=aos-us-aff-ir-159047\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"$3,500\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, it was more curiosity than game-changer, with no killer app to justify the cost. Apple fans drooled, but most consumers shrugged. A technological marvel? Yes. A must-have device? Not even close.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-to-counter-new-meta-products-with-its-own-cheaper-headset\u002F\"\u003EApple to counter new Meta products with its own cheaper headset\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E5. Intel: Relic of a bygone era\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn 2024, Intel continued to drift further into irrelevance. Its \"AI PCs\" \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-fall-of-intel-how-gen-ai-helped-dethrone-a-giant-and-transform-computing-as-we-know-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebarely moved the needle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and the 13th and 14th Gen Core processors -- repackaged versions of last year's chips -- left consumers unimpressed. Meanwhile, Arm-based chips like Apple's M4 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite set new benchmarks for performance and efficiency. Intel used to lead the charge; now it's trailing behind, yelling at the clouds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-fall-of-intel-how-gen-ai-helped-dethrone-a-giant-and-transform-computing-as-we-know-it\u002F\"\u003EThe fall of Intel: How gen AI helped dethrone a giant and transform computing as we know it\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E6. CrowdStrike: Trust misplaced\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECrowdStrike had one job: keep systems secure. Instead, it botched a software update that caused a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-caused-the-great-crowdstrike-windows-meltdown-of-2024-history-has-the-answer\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eglobal IT outage\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, affecting millions of Windows devices and denting its reputation. For a company built on trust, this colossal failure had customers second-guessing their investments. Cybersecurity giant? More like cybersecurity headache.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-caused-the-great-crowdstrike-windows-meltdown-of-2024-history-has-the-answer\u002F\"\u003EWhat caused the great CrowdStrike-Windows meltdown? History has the answer\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5e8b9bfc-cd37-4aaa-aad9-f6ae2c1b946c\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Humane\" data-image-alt-text=\"humaneaiscreenshot-2024-11-25-141840\" data-image-filename=\"humaneaiscreenshot-2024-11-25-141840.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"858\" data-image-height=\"617\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E7. AI wearables: The dumbest 'smart' gadgets\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Rabbit R1 and Humane AI Pin proved that just because you can make something \"smart\" doesn't mean you should. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-199-rabbit-r1-is-finally-getting-the-ai-feature-that-likely-sold-you-on-it-in-the-first-place\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERabbit R1\u003C\u002Fa\u003E was clunky, impractical, and destined for the junk drawer, while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhumane-ai-pin-reviews-5-takeaways-on-a-promising-but-dangerously-flawed-wearable\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHumane AI Pin\u003C\u002Fa\u003E overheated, lacked features, and came with a ridiculous price tag. AI wearables promised innovation but delivered irrelevance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhumane-ai-pin-what-went-wrong-and-how-it-can-be-fixed-before-its-too-late\u002F\"\u003EHumane Ai Pin: What went wrong and how it can be fixed (before it's too late)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E8. Sonos: The sound of failure\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESonos hit a new low with a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsonos-is-failing-and-millions-of-devices-could-become-e-waste-why-open-source-audio-is-our-only-hope\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebuggy app update\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that frustrated customers and delayed hardware launches. Employee warnings about the rollout were ignored, leading to a $30 million fiasco, a 25% stock drop, and layoffs. For a company synonymous with high-quality sound, 2024 was a tone-deaf performance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsonos-is-failing-and-millions-of-devices-could-become-e-waste-why-open-source-audio-is-our-only-hope\u002F\"\u003ESonos is failing and millions of devices could become e-waste - why open-source audio is our only hope\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWinners\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1. AI tools and platforms: Finally living up to the hype\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2024 was the year AI started earning its buzz. Google's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-rebrands-bard-to-gemini-now-available-for-the-first-time-on-mobile\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erebranding of Bard to Gemini\u003C\u002Fa\u003E came with the release of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffirst-gemini-now-gemma-googles-new-open-ai-models-target-developers\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGemma 2 models\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which gave developers powerful tools and helped Google claw its way back into the AI race. OpenAI's GPT series remained the gold standard, tackling everything from legal briefs to code fixes, while Adobe's Firefly turned non-designers into creative pros. For once, the AI hype didn't feel overblown.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fai-isnt-hitting-a-wall-its-just-getting-too-smart-for-benchmarks-says-anthropic\u002F\"\u003EAI isn't hitting a wall, it's just getting too smart for benchmarks, says Anthropic\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2. NVIDIA: Ruler of the AI kingdom\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENVIDIA dominated 2024, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnvidia-teases-rubin-gpus-and-cpus-to-succeed-blackwell-in-2026\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eselling out its Blackwell chips\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for 2025 before the year even ended. The company raked in $35.1 billion in quarterly revenue, a 94% jump, and pocketed $19.3 billion in profit. It also launched Fugatto, an AI tool for generating and remixing audio, and kicked Intel out of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. NVIDIA didn't just win 2024; it owned it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftodays-ai-ecosystem-is-unsustainable-for-most-everyone-but-nvidia-warns-top-scholar\u002F\"\u003EToday's AI ecosystem is unsustainable for most everyone but Nvidia\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Open source software: Proving collaboration wins\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOpen source thrived in 2024, with AI models like LLaMA 3, Falcon, and Gemma 2 empowering developers to build without barriers. Meanwhile, proprietary overreach backfired -- HashiCorp's restrictive Terraform license spawned the popular OpenTofu fork. And while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fopen-source-ai-definition-finally-gets-its-first-release-candidate-and-a-compromise\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOpen Source AI Definition\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (OSAID) sparked debate, it underscored open source's growing influence. When companies closed doors, open source opened new ones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fopen-source-ai-definition-finally-gets-its-first-release-candidate-and-a-compromise\u002F\"\u003EOpen-source AI definition finally gets its first release candidate - and a compromise\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E4. Arm-based chips: The future of computing\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EArm processors continued their meteoric rise, led by Apple's M4 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2-reasons-why-i-recommend-the-m4-mac-mini-to-everyone-and-its-100-off-right-now\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMac Mini M4\u003C\u002Fa\u003E made desktops portable, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-replaced-my-m1-macbook-pro-with-a-base-model-m4-and-it-blew-my-3000-laptop-away\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EM4 MacBook Pros\u003C\u002Fa\u003E redefined laptop performance, and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fipad-pro-2024-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EM4 iPad Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E rendered traditional laptops obsolete. Snapdragon turned Windows devices into serious contenders, leaving Intel in the dust. Arm wasn't just the future—it was the present.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2-reasons-why-i-recommend-the-m4-mac-mini-to-everyone-and-its-100-off-right-now\u002F\"\u003E2 reasons why I recommend the M4 Mac Mini to everyone\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E5. Bluesky: The cool kid on the block\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile X imploded, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-use-bluesky-social-everything-to-know-about-the-popular-x-alternative\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBluesky soared\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Its decentralized model, sleek interface, and user-first policies made it the social media platform of choice for anyone fleeing Musk's circus. Every time X rolled out a new policy, Bluesky gained users. By year's end, it wasn't just an alternative—it was the new standard.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-use-bluesky-social-everything-to-know-about-the-popular-x-alternative\u002F\"\u003EHow to use Bluesky Social: Everything to know about the popular X alternative\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E6. Matter Protocol: Smart homes that actually work\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fwhat-is-matter-how-the-connectivity-standard-can-change-your-smart-home\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMatter Protocol\u003C\u002Fa\u003E finally made smart homes functional by forcing Apple, Google, and Amazon to collaborate. Devices that couldn't communicate before were now seamlessly integrated, making smart home setups less of a headache. It's about time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fmatter-1-4-now-supports-more-smart-home-devices-and-adds-new-capabilities\u002F\"\u003EMatter 1.4 now supports more smart home devices and adds new capabilities\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d41979d8-92cb-4bf4-b654-65a7b343696d\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"ray-ban-meta-fly-fishing1\" data-image-filename=\"ray-ban-meta-fly-fishing1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F10\u002F23\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E7. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses: AR without the cringe\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeta surprised everyone with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnew-meta-ray-ban-ai-features-roll-out-making-the-smart-glasses-even-more-tempting\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERay-Ban Smart Glasses\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that were lightweight, stylish, and useful. Hands-free calls and subtle AR overlays made the glasses practical, not gimmicky. For once, AR tech didn't feel embarrassing -- it felt innovative.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tested-metas-transparent-ray-ban-smart-glasses-and-theyre-a-near-perfect-accessory-for-me\u002F\"\u003EI tested Meta's transparent Ray-Ban smart glasses, and they're a near-perfect accessory for me\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E8. iPhone 16: Stellar hardware, meh intelligence\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple's \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ec665880-8f4b-4f21-ada4-3de5bec7488a\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-iphone\u002Fiphone-16?\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"iPhone 16\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E proved you can still dominate with brute hardware force, even if your AI game is… underwhelming. The base model packed the new A18 chip, boasting a 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and 8GB of RAM -- a serious performance boost that left Android rivals scrambling. The cameras? A 48MP main shooter and improved 12MP ultra-wide lens delivered stunning photos, even if the selfies still look like you.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhy-im-recommending-the-standard-iphone-16-over-the-pro-this-year-and-im-not-alone\u002F\"\u003EWhy I'm recommending the standard iPhone 16 over the Pro this year (and I'm not alone)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ESee you next year\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs we enter 2025, the tech industry remains a volatile and unpredictable landscape. The winners will continue to push boundaries, while the losers will struggle to adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape. One thing is certain: The future of tech is full of promise and peril, and the next year promises to be another thrilling ride.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-26 14:59:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"AI flourished, Arm chips dominated, and open source thrived. Meanwhile, Elon Musk gets credit for two of the biggest losers, and Apple makes it onto both the naughty and nice lists.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"84864a78-8860-4ce2-9b72-91e3de2787ed",image:{id:"66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1",filename:"dsc00243.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-11-15 22:09:36",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses ZDNET",credits:"June Wan\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F15\u002F66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1\u002Fdsc00243.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4240,height:2384,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"tech-winners-and-losers-of-2024-the-year-in-true-innovation-and-total-product-flops",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Tech winners and losers of 2024: The year in true innovation and total product flops",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"103a5e4f-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"e-commerce",name:"E-Commerce",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1124f463-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"processors",name:"Processors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"113c25b6-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"security",name:"Security",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"114c901c-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"social-media",name:"Social Media",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"35466bd1-f8e5-4cca-9c22-561ce4c0af03",slug:"smart-home",name:"Smart Home",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3714becf-21e1-40b1-b9a2-1ae9c4f0da33\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"holiday-placeholder-image\" data-image-filename=\"segway-e-bike-hero-image.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Segway Max G2 is an electric, kick-style scooter that's a great, eco-friendly way to commute to work or school, run errands, or visit friends. During Best Buy's lead-up to their official Black Friday sale, you can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"41417c8f-2409-453e-9488-f96a3c6d23ea\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black%2F6541285.p%3FskuId%3D6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"save $600 on one\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, bringing the price down to $800.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Foctober-prime-day-2024-heres-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOctober Prime Day: Here's everything you need to know\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"41fafbce-55e7-4b31-91d0-32db48fb1865\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Segway Max G2 for $800 (save $600 at Best Buy)\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"The Segway Max G2 on a blue gradient background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Segway\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","filename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F19\u002F1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36\u002Fsegway-max-g2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-19 21:58:21","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","imageFilename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F19"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-offermerchant=\"Best Buy\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"523deef0-ae65-4628-abb7-df4ceac4f395","slug":"segway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black","name":"Segway - Max G2 Electric Kick Scooter Foldable w\u002F 43 Mile Range and 22 MPH Max Speed - Black","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"EZMONEY","mod":1732053189823,"displayDate":"Tue Nov 19 2024 16:53:09 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"88469b1c-464f-4c66-998a-463c64d9b434\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Segway Max G2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E has a maximum range of 43 miles (69 kilometers) and a top speed of 22mph (35kmh), which means it is best suited for cities and suburbs, and you'll really need a helmet. 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Not much bigger than a smartphone, it packs away into a drawstring bag for easy storage in a car's trunk or glovebox. The bag also stores all the nozzles, the charging cable, and spare tire valve caps together in one place. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"e344550f-ecac-40a1-9a88-068aa1bc532d\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThis portable air compressor is fast.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"This portable air compressor is fast.\" data-image-filename=\"img-0528.gif\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"720\" data-image-height=\"480\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENext up, the user interface of the compressor is clear and straightforward. The display is big and clear in daylight or at night, and the buttons are clear and easy to understand. Again, the last thing you want to be doing when you're dealing with a tire issue is having to find a manual to decipher the air compressor.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fpsa-do-not-charge-your-phone-while-using-it-in-the-bath\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPSA: Do not charge your phone while using it in the bath\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Syncwire has four modes for inflating different items – cars, motorcycles, bikes, and balls -- along with a custom mode that you can preset to a specific pressure range. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe dual 2600mAh rechargeable batteries powering the compressor give it enough power to refill a typical tire in about a minute, and enough charge to inflate about 10 tires before needing to be recharged. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"8adb24d8-14c8-4cd7-a131-01d916fa0c9a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ESyncwire Tire Inflator kit.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Syncwire Tire Inflator kit.\" data-image-filename=\"untitled-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe air compressor also features a USB-A output, allowing the unit to be used as a power bank, and there's also a dual-color LED light for those night-time emergencies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe only downside to this air compressor that I can find is that there's no automatic way to discharge air from overinflated tires. This is a minor negative, but auto discharge would come in handy when you encounter the occasional overinflated tire.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"3d524e9e-8754-4859-81ec-5b8e7e750851\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSyncwire-Tire-Inflator-Portable-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0D1QHFSNB\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Syncwire Tire Inflator\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is a quick, handy way to keep your tires properly inflated, saving money and making your journeys safer. And the addition of a power bank feature and LED flashlight gives this bit of kit a lot of flexibility.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith a regular price of $50, this is a competitively-priced portable air compressor, making it a must-have for all car fanatics and DIYers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-12-03 10:52:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Maintaining the correct tire pressure on your vehicle not only helps you save on gas but also makes driving safer. 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Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"04fc7f92-6f23-486e-909f-c061fb22bd48\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EDJI Air 3 drone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"DJI Air 3 drone.\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00598.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"983\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are junk toy drones, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F5-cool-things-you-can-do-with-a-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eenthusiast drones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the workhorse prosumer drones, and the heavy professional drones. 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data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EDJI Air 3 specs\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETakeoff Weight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 720 g\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Folded (without propellers): 207×100.5×91.1 mm\u002FUnfolded (without propellers): 258.8 × 326 × 105.8mm\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Ascent Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 10 m\u002Fs\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Descent Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 10 m\u002Fs\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Horizontal Speed (at sea level, no wind)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 21 m\u002Fs (limited to 19 m\u002Fs in EU regions)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Flight Time\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 46 minutes\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWide-Angle Camera Lens\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 82°, 24 mm equivalent, f\u002F1.7, focus from 1 m to ∞\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWide-Angle Camera Sensor\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1\u002F1.3 inch CMOS, 48 megapixels, 1-3x digital zoom\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMedium Tele Camera Lens\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 35°, 70mm equivalent, f\u002F2.8, focus from 3m to ∞\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMedium Tele Camera Sensor\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1\u002F1.3 inch CMOS, 48 megapixels, 3-9x digital zoom\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Video Resolution\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 4K: 3840 × 2160@24\u002F25\u002F30\u002F48\u002F50\u002F60\u002F100 fps\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EObstacle Sensors\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Forward, backward, left, right, and upwards \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@AdrianKingsleyHughes","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FnN8VctUv9gc?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"The Meeting - DJI Air 3 test footage\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FnN8VctUv9gc\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"The Meeting - DJI Air 3 test footage","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FnN8VctUv9gc\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe good\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've flown a lot of drones of all shapes and sizes, and most of that flight time has been with DJI aircraft. Big drones, small drones, and the drones in between. If DJI makes it, I've flown it. Recently, we've seen DJI release the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"db42fb28-eeef-4e2a-9205-1cd9c364b708\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Lightweight-Foldable-Intelligent\u002Fdp\u002FB0BL3T49JF\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 3\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"b1bb72ba-3a55-4ede-8a2f-d86165547cfb\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Pro-Lightweight-Tri-Directional\u002Fdp\u002FB09WDBDGBZ\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 3 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, and the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"8a2a46dd-bf68-46eb-a4d7-182d67a285ec\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0BV21WGH6\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mavic 3 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E at the other. The middle ground between these drones was previously occupied by the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdji-announces-999-mavic-air-2s-featuring-5-4k-video\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eaging Air 2S\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which was released back in April of 2021.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI drones have changed and improved a lot since the release of the Air 2S, and the new Air 3 benefits from all these incremental changes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmavic-3-pro-hands-on-with-the-best-drone-for-content-creators\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMavic 3 Pro: Hands-on with the best drone for content creators\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETwo of the biggest changes are the dual camera array -- adding a x3 medium tele camera to the existing wide-angle camera -- and omnidirectional obstacle sensing to prevent you from plowing your drone into a wall, free, or lamppost. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe camera output is what I've come to expect from DJI -- excellent. It's easy to forget that DJI isn't just a drone company, it's also a camera company, and this puts it leagues ahead of the competition.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b0a909ca-f4e3-4a00-b39c-8cbcb2a8225e\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe DJI Air 3 has a dual camera array.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of dual camera array on the DJI Air 3\" data-image-filename=\"img-4701.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDuring my tests, the absence of neutral density (ND) filters on the provided media unit proved to be a minor hindrance. ND filters function like sunglasses for the camera, enabling better control of lighting. This is crucial for capturing video in bright conditions, as ND filters are vital for more precise shot adjustments because neither camera on the Air 3 have aperture control (a feature similar to an eye's iris and how that expands and contracts to let in more or less light).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis lack of ND filters meant I found myself in a position where I couldn't go for my usual cinematic settings of 24 frames per second at a shutter speed of 1\u002F50 of a second because that would have been too bright. The only option is to keep shortening the shutter time (the amount of time the shutter is open and letting in light) to compensate. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fthis-15-accessory-unlocks-the-gopros-game-changing-camera-feature\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis $15 accessory unlocks the Go Pro's game-changing feature\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor a lot of filming applications, this is a workable solution, but it does lack the cinematic motion blur that I like, especially when I'm flying close to the subject. If you're buying this for videography, get a set of ND filters. Grab the Fly More Combo kit that comes with ND filters, or get yourself quality third-party filters that are likely to hit the market soon from manufacturers such as Polar Pro, Freewell, or PGYTech.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EImprovise, adapt, overcome.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut still, despite the limitations, the output was still incredible.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"965adcc0-480c-48c6-bcdb-29b138f41886\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ERear omnidirectional obstacle sensors on the Air 3.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of the rear omnidirectional obstacle sensors on the Air 3.\" data-image-filename=\"img-4699.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe omnidirectional obstacle sensing is a feature that could help save your drone from damage or destruction. While I'd never rely on these sensors, and always keep an eye on where the drone is and its surroundings, it's a super handy feature that makes flying safer. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"78a9f865-f4a4-4c2f-acad-64f700c8a1b4\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe omnidirectional obstacle sensing built into the Air 3 easily detected and avoided these trees.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Air 3 avoiding obstacles\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00587.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1066\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 does a good job of picking up and avoiding things like humans, walls, and trees. It's also good at detecting rogue branches, but it can be blind to twigs -- and a tiny twig in the propellers is all it takes to bring a drone down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"28cc0dff-a518-4c0c-9709-456ba30f2087\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 detecting obstacles -- and danger -- all around it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Air 3 detecting obstacles\" data-image-filename=\"img-4686.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut sometimes, you have to disable the obstacle avoidance sensors to allow you to get closer to things. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-action-camera\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIs GoPro still the best action camera? Well, it depends\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is done by flipping the drone into \"Sport\" mode, but because the Air 3 allows you to control the maximum speed in all modes, and bring it down as low as 1 meter per second, you still get amazing control over the drone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"56fd34ac-37ae-4b02-9695-3d17b8c3c48a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EObstacle avoidance turned off so I can fly the drone between two trees.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Person flying the drone between two trees.\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00631.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1066\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, any time you do this, there are risks. As careful as I was, I lightly clipped a propellor against a twig. The drone is so stable that I didn't notice this in-flight, but I noticed it during a pre-flight check. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a4fc0a2e-1e4a-4524-8926-ec7a84ac9480\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EDamaged propellor spotted during a pre-flight check.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hand holding a damaged propellor\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00655.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou should never fly with a damaged propellor as this could catastrophically fail in flight, cause you to lose the drone, potentially cause injury to those around you, and damage to property. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFortunately, the propellers are easy to replace.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d3c3c780-0abb-485f-a3c0-4e3784fda666\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt only takes seconds to replace a propellor.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hands replacing a propellor.\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00657.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are a whole host of improvements and tweaks that I love that form part of the Air 3. I've seen some improvements on other DJI drones, while some are new.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhow-to-safely-attach-a-gopro-to-your-car-or-truck\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to safely attach your GoPro to the side of your car or truck\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example, I love that the microSD card is now easily accessible, and I don't need to have tweezers to hand. The case has been tweaked again, and we now have one that's big enough to hold everything without having to struggle to pack things into it or pull stuff out. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENice!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"12950074-4eb6-49f9-83e9-03ee026d1547\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe microSD card is easily accessible on the Air 3.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The microSD card accessibility in the Air 3.\" data-image-filename=\"img-4691.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe battery charging case now features clips to hold the batteries in place. This dramatically reduces the risk of the battery being improperly fitted and therefore not charged. This also prevents the batteries from spilling out everywhere in the field, which is a huge improvement on the previous iterations of the charging case by DJI.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2c5b6096-07f5-4846-977a-c121beccd722\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe battery clips on the battery charging case are a really nice feature.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hand holding the battery clips on the battery charging case\" data-image-filename=\"img-4704.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe gimbal cover is also one of the nicest, easiest to fit and remove covers to date, removing that latent anxiety that you're going to destroy the camera while trying to protect it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"586c9793-e4d7-49b8-a8cd-d548f95a0090\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe redesigned gimbal cover is one of the easiest to use to date.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of the redesigned gimbal cover\" data-image-filename=\"img-4693.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, and now this is a really small but thoughtful touch. Users have in the past complained that the arms rub on the drone's body when folded in and packed away. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fin-depth\u002Finnovation\u002Fthe-drone-wranglers-how-the-most-authentic-old-west-town-in-the-us-is-delivering-the-future-of-flight\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe drone wranglers: How the most authentic Old West town is delivering the future of flight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow DJI has fitted little rubberized pads to prevent this. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"1890cfe1-1f1a-4785-b647-7be8afaaa23f\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ELittle rubberized pads prevent the arms from rubbing on the drone's body when folded down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of rubberized pads\" data-image-filename=\"img-4700.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe build quality of the drone is also superb. It feels solid in the hand, and while no amount of \"feels solid in the hand\" is going to help come a crash, it does help prevent damage when handling the drone, removing and refitting batteries and memory cards, and removing and refitting that gimbal cover.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5110d906-369b-4675-bd5c-23b35d65f2c0\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 feels solid and robust.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Air 3 feels solid and robust.\" data-image-filename=\"img-4694.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs for shooting at night, here's a short video and image taken about an hour after sunset. This output has been very lightly edited so give you an idea of what you can expect, and this could be edited and processed a lot more to bring out more detail and add artistic flair.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@AdrianKingsleyHughes","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002Fz0gMUhQagM8?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"South Stack lighthouse, Anglesey, North Wales - DJI Air 3 test footage\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002Fz0gMUhQagM8\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"South Stack lighthouse, Anglesey, North Wales - DJI Air 3 test footage","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002Fz0gMUhQagM8\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c8f9fc67-4d88-4b70-8531-2a947f659d6e\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ENight shot with the Air 3, shot about an hour after sunset.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Night shot with the Air 3, shot about an hour after sunset.\" data-image-filename=\"dji-20230724231759-0008-d.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F24\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe not so good\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile my experience with the Air 3 has been overwhelmingly positive, there are a few things that make me frown a little. Some of these are hardware-based and unlikely going to change, while others could be fixed in a future software update.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst, all new drones have odd flight characteristics that are ironed out in subsequent firmware updates. The Air 3 is surprisingly good for general flying, but when it came to precision flying, especially in the vicinity of obstacles, I would sometimes find the drone doing odd things such as doing a lot of corrections to hover or not responding properly to the controller. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese are small things, and as I've said, I find that these things are fixed quickly once the drones get into the hands of users.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother annoyance is that switching between the two cameras is slow -- really slow, sometimes taking five seconds. It's very easy to lose a good shot because of this lag.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-surveillance-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best surveillance cameras\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've also noticed an issue with the focus when using the tele camera close to its minimum focus distance. I found that even if I used manual focus and locked it on the spot I wanted, it would drift a little (or perhaps not be set correctly in the first place, or I touched the screen and messed it up), so creators need to be careful here. There are a couple of soft shots in my test video that happened because of this, and they were taken as two separate shots. I'm not sure if this is something that DJI needs to fix because it's a bug, or give us better tools to check if the focus is spot-on because it's operator error.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhatever the reason, it's annoying.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen there's a general lag on the controller. My review unit was shipped with the new DJI RC 2 controller, so I can only hope that future firmware updates will work on resolving this. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile on the subject of that remote controller, mine feels very plasticky and rattly, and overall the fit and finish feel really cheap compared to the DJI RC Pro controller. But the RC Pro is more expensive, and there are profit margins as well as the price tag to consider.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI also dislike the fact that DJI continues to use the tiniest screw threads possible to connect the sticks to the controller. Sure, this is easy when sitting at your desk in an air-conditioned office, but a pain in the field.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b351cfd6-f251-422a-b60f-d8a2ffdcaf1b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EScrewing the sticks onto the controller is tricky, and a recipe for losing the sticks when in the wilds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Screwing the sticks onto the controller \" data-image-filename=\"img-4715.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe bottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI owned the Air 3's predecessor -- the Air 2S -- but it's a drone I've not flown in months. It was bigger and bulkier to carry than the Mini 3 Pro, and not as rock solid in the air compared to the Mavic 3 and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmavic-3-pro-hands-on-with-the-best-drone-for-content-creators\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMavic 3 Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. I didn't need a drone that sat in between those two drones, especially one that had so many limitations. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 could change that. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-drone-accessories\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best drone accessories: Truly useful must-haves\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere is a drone not only with a formidable camera array, but also feels solid and reliable both in the hand and in the air. And it's a drone that's capable of capturing stunning photos and video.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EComing to the price, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"a64e07e3-28d3-44b7-a426-ed96e0d965ec\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fstore.dji.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fdji-air-3\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB07FRWP5HX\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Air 3 starts at $1,099\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, and for that you get the drone and the RC-N2 controller that you have to attach to your smartphone. There's also a Fly More combo kit that comes with more batteries, the ND filters, and the battery holder, and that's $1,349 for the kit that comes with the RC-N2 controller, and $1,549 for the kit and the RC 2 controller.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's not bad. Not bad at all.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a77b6c73-9446-4b17-a499-04f18cc59231\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhat you get in the DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo kit with the RC 2 controller.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"DJI\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo kit with the RC 2 controller.\" data-image-filename=\"bg-03-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI is leagues ahead of its competitors, and this drone shows just how far the company has come in a little over two years. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor those looking for an enthusiast-level drone with prosumer features, you need to look no further. If you're a current Air 2S owner and need to get in closer to your subjects, then the medium telephoto camera will deliver exactly that in a platform that will otherwise feel quite familiar to you, which could make this the perfect upgrade. If you're coming from a DJI Mini drone, then this is going to open up a world of possibilities for you to be even more creative in the sky.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-12-03 09:48:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Want a drone that'll do it all? 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We'll update this story if\u002Fwhen it's unavailable again.\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince I bought my first car two years ago, I've had the worst luck with wireless Android Auto adapters. I initially sprung for the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"5ecb6a4c-b0e1-4e8e-812e-74dd8a095053\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FMotorola-MA1-Wireless-Android-Adapter\u002Fdp\u002FB09PQ95GY4\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Motorola MA1\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E because of its popularity and, admittedly, Amazon's algorithmic recommendation, but it was simply too unreliable to use during commutes and road trips. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe pairing process wasn't always the fastest; audio playback (including navigation instructions) tended to stutter, and the dongle would often get so warm that it felt uncomfortable stashing it inside the center console. When I took the risk on a different, generic brand, its interpretation of \"wireless Android Auto\" meant fully replacing the operating system with its own proprietary user interface. Boo.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-cyber-monday-deals-2024-12-2\u002F\"\u003EThe best Cyber Monday deals live now\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA bit of cross-shopping recently led me to the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"adebebf7-c238-41a5-8462-7cc179316897\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"AAWireless adapter\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, which, like the Motorola MA1, connects to your car via USB-A and serves as a wireless receiver for Android Auto. I've been testing it for the past few weeks, and my driving experience has never been more refreshing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe portable adapter features a multifunctional button that lets you swap host devices,&nbsp;while the app gives you more extensive controls.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"AAWireless Two\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"26374daf-7b01-4fa5-8879-3aaf7962e71f","title":"AAWireless Two Android Auto dongle","filename":"pxl-20241112-113521052-mp.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F14\u002F26374daf-7b01-4fa5-8879-3aaf7962e71f\u002Fpxl-20241112-113521052-mp.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":294635,"width":4032,"height":2268,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-14 14:44:45","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-11-14 14:45:06","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET","alt":"AAWireless Two Android Auto dongle","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"26374daf-7b01-4fa5-8879-3aaf7962e71f","imageAltText":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"pxl-20241112-113521052-mp.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F14","imageWidth":4032,"imageHeight":2268,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"f8ae1877-a2d1-4ce3-9452-160fab14a50c","slug":"aawireless-two-android-auto-wireless-adapter-convert-factory-wired-android-auto-to-wireless-multifunctional-button","name":"AAWireless Two - Android Auto Wireless Adapter - Convert Factory Wired Android Auto to Wireless - Multifunctional Button - Easy Plug and Play Setup - Seamlessly Connect Via Bluetooth - Made in Europe","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"AUTOPID","mod":1731774117180,"displayDate":"Sat Nov 16 2024 11:21:57 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless Two adapter costs $65, which is actually cheaper than its predecessor and competing accessories. How it works is fairly straightforward: You download and open the AAWireless companion app (should you want to make any modifications or update the software), plug the adapter into your car via USB-A, long press its multifunctional button to initiate pairing mode, and then connect to it on your phone screen. From this point forward, your phone will automatically pair to the adapter when your car is turned on.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe pairing process alone is superior to that of other wireless adapters, as the multifunctional button doubles as an LED indicator ring, saving you from second-guessing whether the adapter is on or not (or if pairing mode has been activated). It took some time to familiarize myself with what each color meant, but after the first few days of testing, I got the hang of things. Just make sure you're staring straight at the LED ring, as the coloring is less visible when off-axis.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-is-ending-android-auto-support-for-older-phones-heres-why-and-the-simple-fix\u002F\"\u003EGoogle is ending Android Auto support for older phones. Here's why (and the simple fix)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless Two can pair and swap between multiple devices, which is ideal for those who share a car with someone else. Setting up the secondary device is the same as the first, and swapping between the two is as simple as a single press of the multifunctional button. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm a fan of the app's ability to set a priority list for which device to connect with. I'm usually the one driving between my wife and me, so we prefer the adapter to pair with my phone. Once it does, the Android Auto experience often works fluidly, reacting to my button presses without much lag (if any), and playing Spotify without skipping a beat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"50695c92-537a-4fd5-8ea1-e35d33a825fd\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"AAWireless Two Android Auto dongle\" data-image-filename=\"pxl-20241112-113757934-mp.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F14\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"2268\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy qualms with the AAWireless Two adapter have more to do with the product category as a whole. For example, switching to a wireless adapter means my phone is no longer plugged in and charging gradually as I drive around town.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor road trips or commutes into the city (which can take upwards of an hour), that trickle charge is something I've taken for granted. Of course, I can still juice up my phone if there's a spare USB port, inlet, or wireless charging dock, but I miss the convenience of using a single cable to power my phone while running Android Auto.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-android-phone\u002F\"\u003EThe best Android phones to buy in 2024\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless Two adapter also doesn't support Apple CarPlay. It's branded as AA (Android Auto) Wireless and not CPWireless, after all, but the company is still missing out on a large user base. Fortunately, an AAWireless Two Plus, which features a hardware redesign to support CarPlay, is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002F9to5google.com\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F02\u002Faawireless-two-carplay-2025\u002F#link={\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ereportedly in the works\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and set to be released in Q1 2025. That wouldn't help me, an Android user, but it does make the potential conversion to an iPhone a little less burdensome.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's all to say: the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"da198c72-21da-4d56-ab9d-1cb1ec56f3e2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"AAWireless Two\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is the best wireless Android Auto adapter I've tested to date, and I've used quite a few. It's priced well, functions as well as it looks, and, most importantly, holds a reliable connection throughout my rides. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EShould you have any issues with the adapter, I recommend checking the companion app first for any relevant diagnostic and troubleshooting tools. There are options for toggling pass-through mode (for data transferring), fixing audio stutters, disabling TTS sink for routing navigation audio, and much more. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-12-02 15:40:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The AAWireless Two won't charm you with a ground-breaking industrial design or an edgy name, but it's as good as these adapters get - and back in stock for Cyber Monday.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"90e8ca5c-3dfc-40ea-89d5-b0795002cfe6",image:{id:"ef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba",filename:"pxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-11-14 14:44:45",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"GOTRAX 4 electric scooter",credits:"GOTRAX",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F14\u002Fef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba\u002Fpxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4032,height:2268,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Smartphones^Mobile Accessories",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"i-finally-found-a-wireless-android-auto-adapter-thats-reliable-and-affordable-and-its-in-stock-again",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"I finally found a wireless Android Auto adapter that's reliable and affordable - and it's in stock again",topic:{id:"972fc09a-0553-4863-854d-3d98942e4f6f",slug:"mobile-accessories",name:"Mobile Accessories",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"972fc09a-0553-4863-854d-3d98942e4f6f",slug:"mobile-accessories",name:"Mobile Accessories",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"b0fb3d1e-3e24-473d-9325-eaaf1980f7c7",slug:"android",name:"Android",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2c87ef21-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"jperlow",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Jason",lastName:"Perlow",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0",filename:"jason-perlow.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:08:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0\u002Fjason-perlow.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Jason Perlow is a technologist with over two decades of experience integrating large heterogeneous multi-vendor computing environments in Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"June Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses ZDNET\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00243.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F15\" data-image-width=\"4240\" data-image-height=\"2384\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe year 2024 delivered all the drama technology fans could want: AI dominance, chip wars, smart devices that were \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tried-replacing-twitter-with-bluesky-threads-and-mastodon-heres-what-i-found\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eanything but, and a social media implosion\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that's already a case study in corporate mismanagement. From monumental wins to jaw-dropping failures, here's the definitive breakdown of the year's tech highs and lows.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fbest-black-friday-deals-2024\u002F\"\u003EThe best Black Friday deals live now\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ELosers\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1. X (formerly Twitter): A masterclass in self-destruction\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElon Musk spent 2024 doubling down on the chaos that turned X into a punchline. Advertisers fled after baffling policy shifts, verified checkmarks became meaningless, and users \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbluesky-hits-20-million-users-and-counting-watch-it-keep-growing-here\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eabandoned ship\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for Bluesky and Mastodon in droves. Engagement plummeted, and what was once a cultural institution became a meme of its former self. Musk might still call it \"the town square,\" but in 2024, X was more like the local landfill.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tried-replacing-twitter-with-bluesky-threads-and-mastodon-heres-what-i-found\u002F\"\u003EI tried replacing Twitter with Bluesky, Threads, and Mastodon: Here's what I found\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2. Amazon: Innovation takes a coffee break\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmazon's five-day return-to-office mandate alienated employees, sparked accusations of \"quiet firing,\" and triggered a mass exodus of talent. Workers who couldn't -- or wouldn't -- move closer to offices were forced out, and with them went years of expertise and innovation. This was the HR equivalent of smashing a robot with a sledgehammer for a company obsessed with efficiency. Quiet quitting? More like loud mismanagement.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fwork-life\u002F82-of-leaders-plan-to-increase-flexible-work-options-in-the-next-two-years\u002F\"\u003E82% of leaders plan to increase flexible work options in the next two years\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"abb76d32-c6c3-4d6e-bd2d-a0d0c27162ca\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"UCG\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"cybertruck-gettyimages-2151765552\" data-image-filename=\"cybertruck-gettyimages-2151765552.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"768\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Cybertruck: Trapezoids of doom\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesla's Cybertruck finally hit the road in 2024 -- and immediately rolled into a ditch. Recalls for defective inverters, cameras that didn't work, and windshield wipers that couldn't handle drizzle made the truck a laughingstock. Its resale value tanked, and its polarizing design still looked like a failed geometry assignment. Sure, it turns heads, but only because people can't believe it exists.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E4. Apple Vision Pro: $3,500 worth of \u003Cem\u003E'why?\u003C\u002Fem\u003E'\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-vision-pro-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EApple's Vision Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E wowed in demos and dazzled on paper, but in practice, it was a solution in search of a problem. At \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e58e39e8-7ae9-41b1-ba89-da80c8f871ed\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-vision\u002Fapple-vision-pro?afid=p239%7C159047&cid=aos-us-aff-ir-159047\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"$3,500\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, it was more curiosity than game-changer, with no killer app to justify the cost. Apple fans drooled, but most consumers shrugged. A technological marvel? Yes. A must-have device? Not even close.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-to-counter-new-meta-products-with-its-own-cheaper-headset\u002F\"\u003EApple to counter new Meta products with its own cheaper headset\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E5. Intel: Relic of a bygone era\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn 2024, Intel continued to drift further into irrelevance. Its \"AI PCs\" \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-fall-of-intel-how-gen-ai-helped-dethrone-a-giant-and-transform-computing-as-we-know-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebarely moved the needle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and the 13th and 14th Gen Core processors -- repackaged versions of last year's chips -- left consumers unimpressed. Meanwhile, Arm-based chips like Apple's M4 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite set new benchmarks for performance and efficiency. Intel used to lead the charge; now it's trailing behind, yelling at the clouds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-fall-of-intel-how-gen-ai-helped-dethrone-a-giant-and-transform-computing-as-we-know-it\u002F\"\u003EThe fall of Intel: How gen AI helped dethrone a giant and transform computing as we know it\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E6. CrowdStrike: Trust misplaced\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECrowdStrike had one job: keep systems secure. Instead, it botched a software update that caused a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-caused-the-great-crowdstrike-windows-meltdown-of-2024-history-has-the-answer\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eglobal IT outage\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, affecting millions of Windows devices and denting its reputation. For a company built on trust, this colossal failure had customers second-guessing their investments. Cybersecurity giant? More like cybersecurity headache.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-caused-the-great-crowdstrike-windows-meltdown-of-2024-history-has-the-answer\u002F\"\u003EWhat caused the great CrowdStrike-Windows meltdown? History has the answer\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5e8b9bfc-cd37-4aaa-aad9-f6ae2c1b946c\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Humane\" data-image-alt-text=\"humaneaiscreenshot-2024-11-25-141840\" data-image-filename=\"humaneaiscreenshot-2024-11-25-141840.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"858\" data-image-height=\"617\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E7. AI wearables: The dumbest 'smart' gadgets\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Rabbit R1 and Humane AI Pin proved that just because you can make something \"smart\" doesn't mean you should. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-199-rabbit-r1-is-finally-getting-the-ai-feature-that-likely-sold-you-on-it-in-the-first-place\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERabbit R1\u003C\u002Fa\u003E was clunky, impractical, and destined for the junk drawer, while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhumane-ai-pin-reviews-5-takeaways-on-a-promising-but-dangerously-flawed-wearable\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHumane AI Pin\u003C\u002Fa\u003E overheated, lacked features, and came with a ridiculous price tag. AI wearables promised innovation but delivered irrelevance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhumane-ai-pin-what-went-wrong-and-how-it-can-be-fixed-before-its-too-late\u002F\"\u003EHumane Ai Pin: What went wrong and how it can be fixed (before it's too late)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E8. Sonos: The sound of failure\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESonos hit a new low with a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsonos-is-failing-and-millions-of-devices-could-become-e-waste-why-open-source-audio-is-our-only-hope\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebuggy app update\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that frustrated customers and delayed hardware launches. Employee warnings about the rollout were ignored, leading to a $30 million fiasco, a 25% stock drop, and layoffs. For a company synonymous with high-quality sound, 2024 was a tone-deaf performance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsonos-is-failing-and-millions-of-devices-could-become-e-waste-why-open-source-audio-is-our-only-hope\u002F\"\u003ESonos is failing and millions of devices could become e-waste - why open-source audio is our only hope\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWinners\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1. AI tools and platforms: Finally living up to the hype\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2024 was the year AI started earning its buzz. Google's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-rebrands-bard-to-gemini-now-available-for-the-first-time-on-mobile\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erebranding of Bard to Gemini\u003C\u002Fa\u003E came with the release of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffirst-gemini-now-gemma-googles-new-open-ai-models-target-developers\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGemma 2 models\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which gave developers powerful tools and helped Google claw its way back into the AI race. OpenAI's GPT series remained the gold standard, tackling everything from legal briefs to code fixes, while Adobe's Firefly turned non-designers into creative pros. For once, the AI hype didn't feel overblown.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fai-isnt-hitting-a-wall-its-just-getting-too-smart-for-benchmarks-says-anthropic\u002F\"\u003EAI isn't hitting a wall, it's just getting too smart for benchmarks, says Anthropic\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2. NVIDIA: Ruler of the AI kingdom\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENVIDIA dominated 2024, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnvidia-teases-rubin-gpus-and-cpus-to-succeed-blackwell-in-2026\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eselling out its Blackwell chips\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for 2025 before the year even ended. The company raked in $35.1 billion in quarterly revenue, a 94% jump, and pocketed $19.3 billion in profit. It also launched Fugatto, an AI tool for generating and remixing audio, and kicked Intel out of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. NVIDIA didn't just win 2024; it owned it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftodays-ai-ecosystem-is-unsustainable-for-most-everyone-but-nvidia-warns-top-scholar\u002F\"\u003EToday's AI ecosystem is unsustainable for most everyone but Nvidia\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Open source software: Proving collaboration wins\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOpen source thrived in 2024, with AI models like LLaMA 3, Falcon, and Gemma 2 empowering developers to build without barriers. Meanwhile, proprietary overreach backfired -- HashiCorp's restrictive Terraform license spawned the popular OpenTofu fork. And while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fopen-source-ai-definition-finally-gets-its-first-release-candidate-and-a-compromise\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOpen Source AI Definition\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (OSAID) sparked debate, it underscored open source's growing influence. When companies closed doors, open source opened new ones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fopen-source-ai-definition-finally-gets-its-first-release-candidate-and-a-compromise\u002F\"\u003EOpen-source AI definition finally gets its first release candidate - and a compromise\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E4. Arm-based chips: The future of computing\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EArm processors continued their meteoric rise, led by Apple's M4 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2-reasons-why-i-recommend-the-m4-mac-mini-to-everyone-and-its-100-off-right-now\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMac Mini M4\u003C\u002Fa\u003E made desktops portable, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-replaced-my-m1-macbook-pro-with-a-base-model-m4-and-it-blew-my-3000-laptop-away\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EM4 MacBook Pros\u003C\u002Fa\u003E redefined laptop performance, and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fipad-pro-2024-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EM4 iPad Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E rendered traditional laptops obsolete. Snapdragon turned Windows devices into serious contenders, leaving Intel in the dust. Arm wasn't just the future—it was the present.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2-reasons-why-i-recommend-the-m4-mac-mini-to-everyone-and-its-100-off-right-now\u002F\"\u003E2 reasons why I recommend the M4 Mac Mini to everyone\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E5. Bluesky: The cool kid on the block\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile X imploded, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-use-bluesky-social-everything-to-know-about-the-popular-x-alternative\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBluesky soared\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Its decentralized model, sleek interface, and user-first policies made it the social media platform of choice for anyone fleeing Musk's circus. Every time X rolled out a new policy, Bluesky gained users. By year's end, it wasn't just an alternative—it was the new standard.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-use-bluesky-social-everything-to-know-about-the-popular-x-alternative\u002F\"\u003EHow to use Bluesky Social: Everything to know about the popular X alternative\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E6. Matter Protocol: Smart homes that actually work\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fwhat-is-matter-how-the-connectivity-standard-can-change-your-smart-home\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMatter Protocol\u003C\u002Fa\u003E finally made smart homes functional by forcing Apple, Google, and Amazon to collaborate. Devices that couldn't communicate before were now seamlessly integrated, making smart home setups less of a headache. It's about time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fmatter-1-4-now-supports-more-smart-home-devices-and-adds-new-capabilities\u002F\"\u003EMatter 1.4 now supports more smart home devices and adds new capabilities\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d41979d8-92cb-4bf4-b654-65a7b343696d\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"ray-ban-meta-fly-fishing1\" data-image-filename=\"ray-ban-meta-fly-fishing1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F10\u002F23\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E7. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses: AR without the cringe\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeta surprised everyone with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnew-meta-ray-ban-ai-features-roll-out-making-the-smart-glasses-even-more-tempting\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERay-Ban Smart Glasses\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that were lightweight, stylish, and useful. Hands-free calls and subtle AR overlays made the glasses practical, not gimmicky. For once, AR tech didn't feel embarrassing -- it felt innovative.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tested-metas-transparent-ray-ban-smart-glasses-and-theyre-a-near-perfect-accessory-for-me\u002F\"\u003EI tested Meta's transparent Ray-Ban smart glasses, and they're a near-perfect accessory for me\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E8. iPhone 16: Stellar hardware, meh intelligence\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple's \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ec665880-8f4b-4f21-ada4-3de5bec7488a\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-iphone\u002Fiphone-16?\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"iPhone 16\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E proved you can still dominate with brute hardware force, even if your AI game is… underwhelming. The base model packed the new A18 chip, boasting a 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and 8GB of RAM -- a serious performance boost that left Android rivals scrambling. The cameras? A 48MP main shooter and improved 12MP ultra-wide lens delivered stunning photos, even if the selfies still look like you.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhy-im-recommending-the-standard-iphone-16-over-the-pro-this-year-and-im-not-alone\u002F\"\u003EWhy I'm recommending the standard iPhone 16 over the Pro this year (and I'm not alone)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ESee you next year\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs we enter 2025, the tech industry remains a volatile and unpredictable landscape. The winners will continue to push boundaries, while the losers will struggle to adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape. One thing is certain: The future of tech is full of promise and peril, and the next year promises to be another thrilling ride.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-26 14:59:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"AI flourished, Arm chips dominated, and open source thrived. Meanwhile, Elon Musk gets credit for two of the biggest losers, and Apple makes it onto both the naughty and nice lists.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"84864a78-8860-4ce2-9b72-91e3de2787ed",image:{id:"66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1",filename:"dsc00243.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-11-15 22:09:36",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses ZDNET",credits:"June Wan\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F15\u002F66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1\u002Fdsc00243.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4240,height:2384,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"tech-winners-and-losers-of-2024-the-year-in-true-innovation-and-total-product-flops",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Tech winners and losers of 2024: The year in true innovation and total product flops",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"103a5e4f-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"e-commerce",name:"E-Commerce",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1124f463-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"processors",name:"Processors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"113c25b6-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"security",name:"Security",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"114c901c-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"social-media",name:"Social Media",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"35466bd1-f8e5-4cca-9c22-561ce4c0af03",slug:"smart-home",name:"Smart Home",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3714becf-21e1-40b1-b9a2-1ae9c4f0da33\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"holiday-placeholder-image\" data-image-filename=\"segway-e-bike-hero-image.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Segway Max G2 is an electric, kick-style scooter that's a great, eco-friendly way to commute to work or school, run errands, or visit friends. During Best Buy's lead-up to their official Black Friday sale, you can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"41417c8f-2409-453e-9488-f96a3c6d23ea\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black%2F6541285.p%3FskuId%3D6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"save $600 on one\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, bringing the price down to $800.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Foctober-prime-day-2024-heres-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOctober Prime Day: Here's everything you need to know\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"41fafbce-55e7-4b31-91d0-32db48fb1865\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Segway Max G2 for $800 (save $600 at Best Buy)\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"The Segway Max G2 on a blue gradient background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Segway\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","filename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F19\u002F1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36\u002Fsegway-max-g2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-19 21:58:21","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","imageFilename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F19"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-offermerchant=\"Best Buy\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"523deef0-ae65-4628-abb7-df4ceac4f395","slug":"segway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black","name":"Segway - Max G2 Electric Kick Scooter Foldable w\u002F 43 Mile Range and 22 MPH Max Speed - Black","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"EZMONEY","mod":1732053189823,"displayDate":"Tue Nov 19 2024 16:53:09 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"88469b1c-464f-4c66-998a-463c64d9b434\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Segway Max G2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E has a maximum range of 43 miles (69 kilometers) and a top speed of 22mph (35kmh), which means it is best suited for cities and suburbs, and you'll really need a helmet. The body of the scooter features a foldable design, which makes it easier to store in your shed or garage when not in use, or fold and take with you into the office or classroom to prevent theft and damage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can connect the Max G2 to the companion app to get at-a-glance updates on remaining battery life and even integrate with Apple's Find My technology to pinpoint your scooter's location if it gets lost or stolen. You can also switch between the four riding modes to maximize battery life or boost motor output for making it up hills and inclines. The scooter is equipped with an LED headlight for safer traveling in dim or dark environments. Segway recommends the Max G2 e-scooter for kids 14 and older. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"d963c0ac-976e-49f6-baa0-0799ba2aa4f8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EBest Buy hasn't put a definitive end-date for this Segway scooter deal. 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Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. 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But with the advent of FPV drones, goggles have become a way to put yourself directly into the pilot's seat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese goggles have evolved in recent years, becoming smaller and lighter, offering better clarity and longer battery life, while at the same time becoming cheaper. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fi-tested-djis-smallest-and-lightest-drone-and-its-captured-things-i-had-never-seen-before\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EI tested DJI's smallest and lightest drone, and it captured things I had never seen before\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI has new goggles – the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"06025029-a312-4f90-a2f8-0853a93256b1\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dji.com\u002Fgoggles-n3\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Goggles N3\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E – that feature an ultra-wide screen, expanded field of view, and a defogging fan at an entry-level price point. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EDump the screen! 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(No, she doesn't!)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"My mom says I look cool. (No, she doesn't really!)\" data-image-filename=\"akh-goggles-small.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F05\" data-image-width=\"607\" data-image-height=\"717\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Goggles N3 are designed and built for the new \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e75ab25f-a66d-4d6f-a5c0-84bdd9d70d3a\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB08JGX61H7\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Neo\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"d2cf39c6-558b-4af8-a163-47b46c111bff\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB08JGX61H7\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Avata 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E drones and are perfect for immersing yourself in aerial action. Being used to looking at a screen, it always takes me a while to get accustomed to having a screen attached to my face, but after that acclimatization process, I'm zooming around like a flying ace.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI found the earlier goggles heavy on my face and hot to wear, but neither is a problem with the N3, as they are lightweight and feature a built-in defogging fan for when things get a bit steamed up. I liked the fan because it offered some relief when my eyes started sweating.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe optical quality is good -- far better and more immersive than looking at a screen. I'm not going to pretend that things don't sometimes get disorienting, but the more you use the goggles, the easier and better it gets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best drones you can buy: Expert tested\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPilots with the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"80d7b1c6-e929-4656-bddc-bc8eafd95e28\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Controller-Immersive-Multi-Model-Compatibility\u002Fdp\u002FB0CS6LDCKC\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI RC Motion 3\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E controller can use the augmented reality (AR) cursor to activate functions and adjust camera settings from the goggles' screen before the aircraft is in the air or while it's hovering.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBattery life is a little under three hours, which is fine considering that if you have a drone with three batteries – the number you get in the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"4befde08-a20a-4762-b510-8424b6a566cd\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Fly-More-Combo\u002Fdp\u002FB0BL3R3L45?th=1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Fly More Combo pack\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E – you'll be lucky to get an hour and a half. Anyone who's been drone flying for any length of time knows that when you're not flying, you're charging your stuff.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"eb2a262c-9415-44f5-a265-ba39be3a4b76\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThese goggles are comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"These goggles are comfortable.\" data-image-filename=\"akh-goggles-small2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F05\" data-image-width=\"422\" data-image-height=\"636\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe goggles are also some of the most comfortable I've used. The fit is good and the padding around the face is nice. I had no problems wearing these for hours on end, and didn't end up with comedic marks around my eyes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoggles deliver a transformative experience. When you're in the pilot's seat, it's not just about the thrill and heart-pounding excitement; it also allows you to capture angles and shots that you might miss when staring at a screen.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDo you \u003Cem\u003Eneed\u003C\u002Fem\u003E goggles? Absolutely not! But I must admit, they're incredibly addictive. They blur the line between a real-life adventure and a video game, and if you're not careful, that excitement can push you to take unnecessary risks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fi-tested-the-new-dji-air-3s-and-its-one-of-the-best-drones-for-night-flying\u002F\"\u003EI tested the new DJI Air 3S and it's one of the best drones for night flying\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERemember this: Your drone gets one life, and there's no option to load a previously saved game. Smash it, and it's truly game over.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat said, the other day I had the incredible opportunity to fly the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"0b8dd1e5-0696-420f-b210-84ecaea79899\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB08JGX61H7\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Neo\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E -- DJI's smallest offering at just 135g -- over a stunning collection of classic cars and tractors at the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fangleseytransportmuseum.co.uk\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAnglesey Transport Museum\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This presented numerous challenges, from flying indoors and navigating a metal structure to soaring above vehicles that are, for all intents and purposes, priceless.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt was tricky, but the goggles helped me pull it off with style -- and without crashing into a bunch of classic cars.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@AdrianKingsleyHughes","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002F3PlX0kCMPLk?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" referrerpolicy=\\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"DJI Neo flying at Anglesey Transport Museum\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002F3PlX0kCMPLk\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"DJI Neo flying at Anglesey Transport Museum","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002F3PlX0kCMPLk\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI Goggles N3 will be available to buy for $229 -- estimated in late November -- from \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dji.com\u002Fgoggles-n3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDJI\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and selected outlets such as \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"36c5a9ff-2a18-4a8e-9734-9a45931f4bd1\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Amazon\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-15 12:30:26",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"DJI's Goggles N3 put you in the pilot seat with an ultra-wide screen and expanded field of view. 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Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"488316af-7a63-4816-9353-356d08eacd35\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"DJI Avata 2 FPV drone\" data-image-filename=\"img-9362.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EZDNET's key takeaways\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ecbcde5e-1fd8-4d8c-bd0b-b1c0e5ed3519\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Batteries-Immersive-Experience-Acrobatics\u002Fdp\u002FB0CS6HVW6P\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Avata 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is available for a starting price of $999.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIt's a fantastic 4K drone from a company that's well ahead of the competition.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Avata 2 has a steeper learning curve than traditional drones and is not intended to capture cinematic shots.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor me, drones are more than just gadgets; they're precision flying tools designed and built for nailing the perfect shot, be it a photograph or a video clip. Every flight is pedantically planned, ensuring that when my hands are on the controller, my thumbs are on the sticks, and the drone is in the air, I can smoothly, accurately, and calmly execute the maneuvers needed to capture that magic moment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fi-tested-djis-smallest-and-lightest-drone-and-its-captured-things-i-had-never-seen-before\u002F\"\u003EI tested DJI's smallest and lightest drone, and it's captured things I had never seen before\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFlying the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"cb2d1f96-bb88-43ab-a079-21f0d5710772\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Batteries-Immersive-Experience-Acrobatics\u002Fdp\u002FB0CS6HVW6P\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Avata 2 FPV drone\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E has completely flipped the script for me, transforming what was previously a meticulous activity into an absolutely exhilarating ride. 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Pretty much everywhere has rules that say you must keep the drone where you can physically see it -- meaning it has to stay within your visual line of sight (VLOS). There are exceptions if you hold certain qualifications that allow you to fly beyond the visual line of sight of the drone (BVLOS), but that's not something most hobbyists will have.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fare-dji-mini-drones-now-non-compliant-for-commercial-use-faq\u002F\"\u003EAre DJI Mini drones now non-compliant for commercial use? [FAQ]\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn FPV (First-Person View) drone is like stepping into another league. You pop on a pair of goggles, and suddenly, it's as if you're sitting right in the drone, zooming through the sky.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince you're only seeing what the drone's camera sees, it's easy to lose track of everything around you. That's why most countries have rules that say you need to have a buddy -- a spotter -- to watch the drone and everything around it for you to give you a heads-up if a hazard, such as an aircraft or a person, enters the area you're flying in.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2a517009-a988-4d67-892a-73961e288d26\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EAt under 400 grams, the DJI Avata 2 feels super lightweight, yet much more robust than standard drones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"At under 400 grams, the DJI Avata 2 feels super lightweight yet much more robust than standard drones\" data-image-filename=\"img-9370.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EDJI Avata 2 tech specs\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETakeoff Weight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 377g\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Ascent\u002FDescent Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 6m\u002Fs in Normal mode, 9m\u002Fs in Sport mode\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Horizontal Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 8m\u002Fs in Normal mode, 16m\u002Fs in Sport mode, 27m\u002Fs in Manual mode (limited to 19m\u002Fs in the EU regions)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Flight Time\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Approximately 23 minutes\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Wind Speed Resistance\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 10.7m\u002Fs (Level 5)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EInternal Storage\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 46GB with MicroSD card support up to 512GB\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EImage Sensor\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1\u002F1.3-inch image sensor\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEffective Pixels\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 12MP\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELens\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 155° field of view, equivalent to 12mm, f\u002F2.8, focus range from 0.6m to ∞\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Photo Resolution\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 4000×3000 (4∶3)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Video Resolution\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 4K (4∶3): 3840×2880@30\u002F50\u002F60fps\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EVideo Format and Bitrate\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: MP4 (H.264\u002FH.265) at 130Mbps\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EColor Modes\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Standard and D-Log M\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESensors\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Downward and backward visual positioning \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's crystal clear that DJI is to drones what Rolls Royce is to luxury cars, Lego to toys, Apple to technology, and Rolex to watches. It's the best of the best. The company is years ahead of the competition in the realm of both consumer and professional drones, consistently knocking it out of the park with innovative releases for many years. The Avata 2 is no exception.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fi-tested-the-new-dji-air-3s-and-its-one-of-the-best-drones-for-night-flying\u002F\"\u003EI tested the new DJI Air 3S and it's one of the best drones for night flying\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOver the past few weeks, I've been putting the DJI Avata 2 Fly More Combo through its paces. This kit comes with the drone, three batteries, the Motion 3 controller, and a pair of the Goggles 3. I was also sent a regular controller to use.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"7c7ad82c-d0ed-4b43-aecb-fca8f623ff66\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Avata 2, seconds before it rocketed off into the distance at close to 60 miles per hour\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Avata 2, seconds before is rocketed off into the distance at close to 60 miles per hour\" data-image-filename=\"img-9360.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite not clocking in as many hours of flight time as I would have liked -- thanks to the weather swinging wildly from rainy to windy and vice versa (I wasn't about to risk a new drone under such tricky conditions) -- I've flown it enough to get a solid sense of the quality of the drone and its accessories, to see how well the specs hold up to reality, and to get an idea of its overall flying characteristics.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEverything in the kit is exactly what I've come to expect from DJI -- top-tier quality. The drone itself feels sturdy, which was a bit of a surprise since it's not much heavier than DJI's sub-250-gram ultralight drones. The prop guards seem like they can take a hit or two, and yeah, I had to put that to the test. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"766f7dc6-8c20-40d2-acc9-e1b57574f98b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThose are some seriously beefy -- and effective -- prop guards!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Those are some seriously beefy -- and effective -- prop guards!\" data-image-filename=\"img-9368.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGranted, I only bumped into things at fairly low speeds, but those same bumps would have literally sent another drone crashing down to Earth. Remember, this is a drone that can head off to the hills at 60 miles per hour, and no amount of protection is going to save it, so build up your skills slowly.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-drone\u002F\"\u003EThe best drones of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe camera's also in a safe spot, neatly tucked away in the drone's snout.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a82a9f4d-0fd1-4bc7-9e0e-e5db8e92a0bc\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe camera is well protected from accidental damage.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The camera is well protected from accidental damage.\" data-image-filename=\"img-9354.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Avata 2 has binocular fisheye sensors that cover both the bottom and rear views, giving it the ability to detect obstacles lurking below and behind the drone simultaneously, but these are for low-altitude and indoor flights.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Goggles 3 feel a bit odd to me, since I'm not accustomed to wearing anything like them, much less flying while decked out in them. There's also quite a bit of setup and customization involved, not to mention a pretty steep learning curve if you're aiming to make your first flight anything but your last.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fheads-up-doordash-drones-delivering-meals-in-this-us-city\u002F\"\u003EHeads up! DoorDash drones delivering meals in this U.S city\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJust getting the hang of setting things up and mastering basic maneuvers like taking off with the goggles on requires patience. Trust me, the effort pays off big time when you land that front-row seat in the Avata 2.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3adc113f-5052-4ebe-af33-11e8011d7190\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EHere I am wearing the DJI Goggles 3 -- my mom says I look cool (no, she doesn't).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Me wearing the DJI Goggles 3 -- my mom says I look cool (no, she doesn't)\" data-image-filename=\"img-9366.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Motion 3 controller is another fresh piece of the puzzle, and it also comes with its own learning curve. It's surprisingly intuitive and sits comfortably in your hand, with all the buttons and controls easy to navigate, even when you're sporting the goggles. Here's some advice: dive into the tutorials and maybe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dji.com\u002Fuk\u002Fdownloads\u002Fdjiapp\u002Fdji-virtual-flight-avata\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eclock in some hours on the simulator\u003C\u002Fa\u003E before you leap into high-speed flying.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a49377ac-78ca-4abf-b17a-5725d2901ff2\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Motion 3 controller is surprisingly intuitive to use, even when wearing the goggles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Motion 3 controller is surprisingly intuitive to use, even when wearing the goggles\" data-image-filename=\"img-9364.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince I know I will get a ton of questions about the battery, let's tackle the most common ones right off the bat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst up, real-world battery life will always be a bit less than what's advertised. After taking the drone out for a few flights, I've found that the average flight time hovers at around 17 minutes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsamsungs-new-microsd-cards-promise-transfer-speeds-that-will-make-professionals-jump-for-joy\u002F\"\u003ESamsung's new microSD cards promise transfer speeds that will make professionals jump for joy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother hot topic when it comes to drone batteries is how securely they snap into the drone's body. There have been concerns about batteries detaching mid-flight in the past. Thankfully, the Avata 2's battery locks into the drone body securely, so much so I just can't imagine it popping out during a flight. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELastly, there's been some chatter among drone enthusiasts -- particularly users of the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"869324fb-2a89-47e7-854b-690e591d06b1\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Fly-More-Combo\u002Fdp\u002FB0BL3Q4M8S\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 3\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"3b0e7c33-36ab-470a-992e-ffd225bc8a3c\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Folding-Omnidirectional-Batteries-Accessories\u002Fdp\u002FB0CK8N5V63\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 4 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E -- about the plastic clips on the battery breaking. The Avata 2 features similar battery clips, but in all my years of using batteries with these clips, I've yet to encounter an issue. My advice? Handle the clips with care: give them a gentle squeeze when attaching or detaching the battery.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cfb0b711-cf62-4b75-b2bb-e383808988b1\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThis is the Avata 2 battery.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Avata 2 battery\" data-image-filename=\"img-9371.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFlying this drone offers an unparalleled experience. I've piloted drones through some incredible spots around the globe, from abandoned copper mines to the fiery rims of active volcanoes, but this is something else. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHaving the drone's camera feed directly into my goggles gives me a view that's second to none. It's like stepping into a video game, except it's the real world, and I'm capturing it all -- crystal clear footage in stunning 4K at 60 frames per second, just as smoothly as any action camera could.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DJI Avata 2 is an absolute joy to fly; its precision and responsiveness are top-notch, giving pilots the confidence to really push the drone to its thrilling limits.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"082b95d8-5da3-4b99-84f5-82225c79665a\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Batteries-Immersive-Experience-Acrobatics\u002Fdp\u002FB0CS6HVW6P\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Avata 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is an impressive setup, and with a starting price of $999 for the single battery combo pack, it's surprisingly competitive. That gets you the drone, goggles, and all the accessories needed to dive into the world of FPV drones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis isn't a plug-and-play experience. Don't expect to unbox it and master it within minutes. A considerable learning curve is involved, and developing the necessary skills and hand-eye coordination to leverage this platform fully will take some time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlso, this is an FPV drone. So, if you're aiming to capture cinematic footage or doing detailed shots of buildings for a realtor, this might not be the best choice. Think of it more as a flying action camera than a traditional one. That distinction really shapes the kind of results you can expect from it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-10-31 13:13:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"One of the company's latest FPV drones brings a sturdier design, a more intuitive controller, and a flying experience that got my heart racing.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"2ce308b1-e6c2-4561-9917-2546d74ab0ea",image:{id:"2a517009-a988-4d67-892a-73961e288d26",filename:"img-9370.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-04-10 10:58:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"GOTRAX 4 electric scooter",credits:"GOTRAX",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F10\u002F2a517009-a988-4d67-892a-73961e288d26\u002Fimg-9370.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:900,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"i-tested-djis-avata-2-and-its-the-fastest-most-immersive-drone-ive-ever-flown",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"I tested DJI's Avata 2, and it's the fastest, most immersive drone I've ever flown",topic:{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"972fc09a-0553-4863-854d-3d98942e4f6f",slug:"mobile-accessories",name:"Mobile Accessories",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2c87ef21-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"jperlow",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Jason",lastName:"Perlow",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0",filename:"jason-perlow.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:08:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0\u002Fjason-perlow.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Jason Perlow is a technologist with over two decades of experience integrating large heterogeneous multi-vendor computing environments in Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EOwning an electric vehicle (EV) offers numerous benefits, and charging it at home significantly enhances convenience and savings. A personal EV charger allows you to recharge at your own pace, avoid crowded public stations, and take advantage of lower electricity rates during off-peak hours. While most EVs come with a basic Level 1 charger that plugs into a standard 120V household outlet and adds around 3-5 miles of range per hour, this method, commonly called \"trickle charging,\" isn't the most practical long-term solution for regular use. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor faster, more efficient charging, a Level 2 charger -- which operates on a 240V circuit -- can boost your charging speed, adding between 30-60 miles of range per hour, depending on your EV's capabilities and the charger's output. Installing a Level 2 charger may require the help of an electrician to set up the appropriate 240V circuit. Still, it is a worthwhile investment for EV owners who want to optimize their charging experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E What are the best home EV chargers right now?  \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe tested every home EV charger on this list to evaluate durability, power output, ease of installation, app features, and connectivity options. Our pick for the best home EV charger overall is the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"463fac72-85f6-4a6f-961d-158145bb3855\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEVIQO-Level-EV-Charger-Chargers\u002Fdp\u002FB0BZRTD9VS\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EVIQO Home Charger\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, which balances performance, durability, and affordability. Its 48-amp output, weatherproof design, and reliable app make it suitable for most users.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's important to note that while most chargers feature the universal J1772 connector, compatible with all current EVs (including Tesla models with an adapter), some newer cars -- such as models from Hyundai, Genesis, and KIA -- now come equipped with the NACS connector. If your vehicle uses NACS, be sure to consult the charger manufacturer prior to purchase about available cabling kit upgrades or adapter options to ensure compatibility with your EV. All chargers we recommend are designed for homes with a 240V circuit and are fully compatible with the US market. Read on for the rest of our picks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Best home EV chargers of 2024 \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"339cd1bc-2900-4f28-b5b3-430e1d06d0db\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EVIQO Home Charger is our top pick for its combination of high performance, durability, and affordability. With its 48-amp output, this charger can efficiently charge most EVs, adding significant range in just a few hours. It features a robust IP67 weatherproof rating, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor installations, even in challenging weather conditions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe charger comes with a 25-foot cable, offering flexibility for various parking setups. While not as sophisticated as some competitors, its accompanying app still provides essential features such as scheduling, real-time monitoring, charge cost estimation and session history, and remote control over charging sessions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe EVIQO charger stands out due to its price and performance balance. It's highly durable, reliable, and priced lower than many other premium chargers, offering excellent value. 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However, some users have noted that the app's many features can take time to learn, and the interface might feel a bit more complex compared to simpler apps like ChargePoint's.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEmporia Smart Home EV Charge f\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EAmperage:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E48 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWarranty:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Three years |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECable length:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 24 feet |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDurability: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EWeatherproof&nbsp;|&nbsp;Wi-Fi enabled\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Emporia Smart Home EV Charger\" data-superlative=\"Best home EV charger for smart home integration\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"gempages-479486453441626933-607831e7-101e-4625-877e-237f2a8b78ef","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Emporia\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"27d4a1f8-b1b4-4b62-89a5-9b60ecdd9506","title":"emporia","filename":"emporia.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F17\u002F27d4a1f8-b1b4-4b62-89a5-9b60ecdd9506\u002Femporia.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":47259,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-10-17 16:40:48","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-10-17 16:40:53","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Emporia\u002FZDNET","alt":"emporia","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"27d4a1f8-b1b4-4b62-89a5-9b60ecdd9506","imageAltText":"gempages-479486453441626933-607831e7-101e-4625-877e-237f2a8b78ef","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Emporia\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"emporia.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F10\u002F17","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Emporia\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fgp\u002Faw\u002Fd\u002FB09ZNN3JB7?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fgp\u002Faw\u002Fd\u002FB09ZNN3JB7","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fgp\u002Faw\u002Fd\u002FB09ZNN3JB7?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Excellent energy monitoring capabilities ~Integrates seamlessly with smart home systems ~Affordable compared to other smart chargers ~Easy to install.\" data-dislike=\"~App lacks a polished user interface compared to premium competitors\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e431726d-56c4-44c9-a20b-5828416b67e1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Autel MaxiCharger Business is a powerful and versatile home EV charger that offers up to 50 amps, delivering fast and efficient charging for most electric vehicles. 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Factors such as how you plan to install the charger, the power requirements of your vehicle, and your budget will determine which charger is the best fit for you.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChoose the best home EV charger for your needs:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Cthead\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Cth\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECharger\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fth\u003E\u003Cth\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhy Choose It\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fth\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Fthead\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEVIQO Home Charger\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for overall ease of use, durability, and price. It offers a 48-amp output, weatherproof design, and competitive pricing.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChargePoint Home Flex\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for brand recognition and advanced app features. Offers up to 50 amps, integrates with Alexa, and is compatible with most EVs.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGrizzl-E Ultimate 48A\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for harsh weather and outdoor durability. Features rugged, weatherproof construction, Wi-Fi control, and a 48-amp output.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEmporia Smart Home EV Charger\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for smart home integration. Provides advanced energy monitoring and works with Alexa and Google Assistant.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAutel MaxiCharger Home\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for versatility. With 50-amp output, flexible installation options (hardwired or plug-in), and 4G connectivity for remote locations.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETesla Wall Connector\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for Tesla owners. Seamless integration with Tesla vehicles, 48-amp charging, and weatherproof design for outdoor installations.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEach of these chargers has strengths depending on your setup, whether it's advanced smart home integration, budget-friendly options, or handling tough weather conditions. Choose the charger that aligns with your specific installation, power, and budget requirements.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which home EV charger is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b8390967-2fd7-46ef-91a1-20ca1c5ac27a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWe personally tested every home EV charger model on our list, gaining hands-on experience to thoroughly evaluate each charger's performance. Our selections were made based on their durability, power output, ease of installation, app features, and connectivity options. Alongside our own testing, we conducted extensive research into the product category by examining user and expert reviews. We also consulted with automotive experts, electrical engineers, and other professionals in the field to ensure we chose the best home EV chargers available right now.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these home EV chargers?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ae617064-4a30-468b-9375-39c577df83e1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen deciding which home EV charger will be best for you, consider the following:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELevel 1 vs. Level 2 charging, and your home electrical system\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are two types of chargers that you can buy: Level 1 and Level 2. Level 1 chargers operate on a power supply of 120 volts, while Level 2 chargers operate at 240 volts. You can use a Level 2 charger for faster charging, but that will require a special outlet that you will need to install in your home. (All of the chargers on this list are Level 2.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen installing a home EV charger, evaluating your home's electrical system is crucial, as it plays a key role in determining what type of charger and installation your home can support. Many of the chargers listed in this article offer selective amperage settings, meaning that even though they are advertised as providing up to 48A or 50A output, they can often be adjusted to lower outputs, such as 40A or 32A, to better align with your electrical system's capacity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor Level 2 chargers, there are specific breaker requirements based on the amperage:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E38A-40A chargers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;require a&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E50A breaker\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E. The National Electrical Code (NEC) mandates that the breaker must support&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E125%\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;of the charger's maximum load to provide a safety margin for continuous operation.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E48A-50A chargers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;typically require a&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E60A breaker\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E, but in some instances, a&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E70A breaker\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;may be needed to ensure proper safety overhead.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince many chargers offer selectable amperage settings, they can be configured to work with different electrical setups. For example, a charger capable of 48A output can run at 40A or 32A if your home's electrical panel can't support the higher amperage. However, chargers offering higher output (48A-50A) generally require hardwiring rather than using a NEMA socket to comply with safety and electrical standards.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's critical to consult a licensed electrician to assess whether your electrical panel can accommodate your selected charger. If your panel lacks the necessary capacity, upgrading your electrical system may be required before installation. This could involve installing new wiring, dedicated breaker boxes, or weatherproof components for outdoor setups. Evaluating these factors will ensure safe and efficient operation of your home EV charger.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAdditional costs &amp; utility programs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile many local power companies offer EV charger programs that include a charger and basic installation services, these programs may not cover more complex or costly installations. In older homes or homes requiring significant upgrades, installation costs can quickly exceed the charger's price. For example, suppose your home has an outdated electrical panel or lacks the necessary infrastructure. In that case, you might need additional wiring (such as NEMA 6-50), a weatherproof box, and a dedicated dual breaker box. Additionally, any work done outside may require an inspection to ensure compliance with updated local safety laws, such as proper grounding.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUtility-backed programs often cover only basic installations, leaving homeowners responsible for any significant electrical upgrades. Before committing to any program or installation, getting a detailed quote for the entire scope of the work is advisable, especially for older homes or more complex setups.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBy comparing the full costs of utility-backed programs with the option of purchasing and installing a charger independently, you can make a more informed decision and ensure you're prepared for all potential costs, not just those covered by the program.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWeatherproofing\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you plan on using your home EV charger outdoors, you will want to be sure that it is weather-resistant for added protection.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESmart technology\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best home EV chargers include smart technology, which allows you to use Bluetooth and even Alexa connections to control your unit.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECost\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHome EV chargers come at a variety of price points, so you can find one that fits into your budget.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing a home EV charger\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EFAQs on home EV chargers\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"4c1ebcb6-8146-41fa-96a8-7bbecb14dc9f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ECharging your EV is more complicated if you don't have a private garage or other secure space to install your charger. The complications increase exponentially if you live in an apartment building or condo with shared parking areas and no way to access your electric meter. For those situations, your best bet is to petition your apartment management or condo HOA to install shared chargers that can be billed using an app. Tesla has some good options and \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tesla.com\u002Fsites\u002Fdefault\u002Ffiles\u002Fsupport\u002Fhome-charging-installation\u002Fletter-requesting-approval-charging-installation.docx" target="_blank"\u003Esample letter\u003C\u002Fa\u003E you can send to your skeptical managers or condo board to speed up the process.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How do I charge an EV if I live in an apartment?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"04337606-4a2f-487e-8c8a-dc1b91c9105e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt's tempting to skip the cost and hassle of installing a charger for your new electric vehicle at home, but in the long run, it's worth it. Not only is it more convenient to plug your car in overnight and wake up to a full battery every day, but it's also more affordable.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor instance, my average electric rate at home in South Florida is $0.10 per kWh. The last time I used a public charger, such as at Electrify America, I paid over $0.40 per kWh. That's nearly four times the cost, which is more affordable than gas but much more than what I pay at home.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Why should I install an EV charger at home?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"03b581a2-d11d-40ee-9d04-4ac71f17036d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EInvesting in a Level 2 EV charger for your home will undoubtedly provide faster, more convenient, and more efficient charging for your electric vehicle. Choosing an EV charger with above-average ranges is crucial for getting the most out of your investment, as it will have batteries with the highest capacities. Charging your EV for eight hours will add about 200 miles of range (25 miles per hour, or 9 kWh) at 39A.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is a Level 2 EV charger worth it?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"052d00b0-17d7-4ad0-b64a-d87c22f90f82\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ELevel 3 EV chargers, also known as Fast Chargers, can charge up your EV to full capacity in under an hour. However, they aren't typically practical to have at home, since their installation and maintenance fees are higher. Choosing a Level 2 charger for your home is the most common option for EV owners.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is it possible to install a Level 3 charger at home?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E \t\u003Cbr\u003E \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-10-17 16:44:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"We tested the best home EV chargers for your electric vehicle based on amperage, durability, and smart features, to help you choose the right one.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"a0503340-9e41-41aa-9ab0-2279ecf2c8d5",image:{id:"5ee9511d-1d3a-4beb-bfdd-65384b1965cd",filename:"gettyimages-1461174852.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-10-17 16:34:02",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"EV charger plugged into a car and glowing green",credits:"boonchai wedmakawand\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F17\u002F5ee9511d-1d3a-4beb-bfdd-65384b1965cd\u002Fgettyimages-1461174852.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:8192,height:5464,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Energy",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"The best home EV chargers: Expert tested",section:b,slug:"best-home-ev-charger",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The best home EV chargers of 2024: Expert tested",topic:{id:"55d90575-4c61-4cd3-ba0c-d0b89abf0d85",slug:"energy",name:"Energy",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"55d90575-4c61-4cd3-ba0c-d0b89abf0d85",slug:"energy",name:"Energy",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9603e2cf-f3e9-423d-aa68-46a321d855ba",slug:"power-banks-and-batteries",name:"Power banks and batteries",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9841d7c0-1be2-42d4-963b-3d0c080290bc",slug:"tech",name:"Tech",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f2d97ea2-8175-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Adrian",lastName:"Kingsley-Hughes",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2",filename:"adrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:59:32",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2\u002Fadrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes is an internationally published technology author who has devoted over two decades to helping users get the most from technology -- whether that be by learning to program, building a PC from a pile of parts, or helping them get the most from their new MP3 player or digital camera. Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"44edb436-509e-4d35-b719-0f0993a0c367\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hand holding the unplugged BlueDriver dongle\" data-image-filename=\"img-7585.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-crop=\"1296x898+0+372\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"1728\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECar troubles are never fun.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut information is power and can mean the difference between your car being off the road for several days while you wait for repairs or potentially being able to do a quick fix yourself and get back on the road fast. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EModern cars are good at knowing when something is wrong and will usually switch on the dreaded check engine light to warn you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhow-to-build-a-winter-emergency-kit\u002F\"\u003EHow to build a winter emergency kit (and why you should)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut what causes this light to be illuminated? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow, you can find out before you even go to the mechanic. With the right tool, your smartphone can talk to your car and tell you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEnter the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"618165a6-1f53-427d-9b43-b2e10f325299\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"BlueDriver Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. It is perfect for those who want to diagnose what's up with their car, and today it is currently priced at $119. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"2e55b63f-d0ab-41ed-aefb-7a6a60ae4ede\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt's easy to use, packed with features, and requires no subscription.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Lemur Vehicle Monitors BlueDriver Pro\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"2022-08-16-12-29-11","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"c2c35345-1714-4b68-ac38-6352071c0852","title":"2022-08-16-12-29-11","filename":"2022-08-16-12-29-11.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F16\u002Fc2c35345-1714-4b68-ac38-6352071c0852\u002F2022-08-16-12-29-11.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":155136,"width":1296,"height":989,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-16 11:29:41","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-08-16 11:29:44","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":null,"alt":"2022-08-16-12-29-11","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"c2c35345-1714-4b68-ac38-6352071c0852","imageAltText":"2022-08-16-12-29-11","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"2022-08-16-12-29-11.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F08\u002F16","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":989,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-linktext=\"Buy now \" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003ENote\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003E: I've had my BlueDriver dongle for a few years, and the newer versions look a little different, but functionally they are the same.\u003C\u002Fem\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is a tiny Bluetooth dongle by Lemur Vehicle Monitors is an OBD2 diagnostic scan tool and code reader that connects to the car's On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port and can be used to read trouble codes and also view live data about your car's engine, transmission, and other systems. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe process is really simple. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou buy the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"1dc9cc8f-e0c6-4c06-8d6f-fc24e7571c57\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"BlueDriver\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E dongle, download the app for iOS or Android, pair it with your smartphone, and then plug it into your car's OBD port and start reading data. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fmy-5-must-have-gadgets-for-off-grid-adventures\u002F\"\u003EMy 5 must-have gadgets for off-grid adventures\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe first hurdle that many people have is finding their car's OBD port. It's usually under the dashboard or glovebox. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you can't find it, you can check your owner's manual, or Google for the answer. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere I'm connecting the BlueDriver to a 2021 Kia Stonic. This car doesn't have any problems (at present!) but I'll use it as an example for this review. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst I play \"Hunt the OBD port.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3cafeb53-34ba-4339-bb7f-ea6a7e0f9153\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EHunt the OBD port... oooh, a clue.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Panel with inset letters saying Fuse OBD next to the hood lift button\" data-image-filename=\"img-7572.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere it is! \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5cfb4c78-b9d7-4d5c-9b13-5f2ae413f7d7\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere it is.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The OBD panel open, showing a wide port\" data-image-filename=\"img-7574.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the port found, I connect the BlueDriver to the port. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"7213337e-073d-4d73-bd24-9c23c88bfe71\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe BlueDriver dongle plugged into the OBD port.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"BlueDriver dongle connected to the OBD port\" data-image-filename=\"img-7575.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow I can switch to the app and start to gather data. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"287913e5-1702-4673-b75a-2b5344248dda\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe BlueDriver app.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"BlueDriver app showing data options\" data-image-filename=\"img-7576.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELive Data can give access to a whole raft of information about the car's systems. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d4871e15-5335-4ec5-ab29-9aa68603d292\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe BlueDriver Live Data options.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"BlueDriver Live Data showing more than a dozen options\" data-image-filename=\"img-7578.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe app allows you to graph the data in various ways. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a53c2a47-f289-4be7-b2e7-55bd99e471a9\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EGraphing Live Data.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Graphing Live Data\" data-image-filename=\"img-7581.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c5a9c93a-433f-4591-b626-b1c805cfb1d5\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ELive Data in action.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"A GIF of Live Data with numbers changing and readout lines spiking\" data-image-filename=\"rpreplay-final1660643568-1.gif\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"444\" data-image-height=\"960\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf the car has the check engine light illuminated, the BlueDriver software can show you what the trouble code is, and beyond that, it can tell give you information on when the car gave that warning, called Freeze Frame data -- valuable information when trying to diagnose a problem. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d175d368-2871-485d-9566-5b243f69d2e4\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EFreeze Frame would show this data if there had been an incident.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"List of Freeze Frame stats like Engine Coolant Temperature\" data-image-filename=\"img-7584.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA powerful feature of the BlueDriver Pro is that you get free updates, and there's no subscription to pay to access your car's information. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c4c1bacb-f941-454b-b719-5e7d45b4ac0b\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EChecking for updates to the BlueDriver. Note that it must be plugged into a parked vehicle.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"BlueDriver update instructions\" data-image-filename=\"img-7583.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can also get access to repair reports detailing possible fixes for trouble codes, but this feature does not seem to be available in the UK so I haven't been able to test it, although \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bluedriver.com\u002Fsites\u002Fdefault\u002Ffiles\u002F2018-07\u002FSample-BlueDriver-Repair-Report_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ehere is an example of the report generated\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. (PDF) \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA BlueDriver dongle can also give you information on how to reset the oil light on your dashboard (after you've changed the oil, not just to make the light go away!), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), or the battery light. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d425d649-0cba-42a0-9c41-4b5628b337f6\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe service information screen.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Service information screen showing three options\" data-image-filename=\"img-7586.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, and don't forget to unplug your BlueDriver when you're done! \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ae6a2ce2-2c7a-48d1-beaa-d2d84623b5ef\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Lemur BlueDriver Pro OBD2 tool\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"4128ee33-2bb7-4ebb-8b02-02702d5da3b8","filename":"209.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2020\u002F11\u002F04\u002F4128ee33-2bb7-4ebb-8b02-02702d5da3b8\u002F209.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2020-11-04 15:55:26","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"4128ee33-2bb7-4ebb-8b02-02702d5da3b8","imageFilename":"209.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2020\u002F11\u002F04"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offer=\"{"id":"93416f0a-d9bf-4894-bf86-a6305c5e25be","slug":"lemur-bluedriver","label":"Lemur BlueDriver","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS\" data-offerprice=\"95\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"93416f0a-d9bf-4894-bf86-a6305c5e25be","name":"Lemur BlueDriver","slug":"lemur-bluedriver","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1728728430218,"displayDate":"Sat Oct 12 2024 11:20:30 GMT+0100 (British Summer Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI have access to several different scan tools for cars, and I choose Lemur's BlueDriver often. 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But he's also passionate about smartphones, GPUs, and cybersecurity.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"887e24d1-0307-42b8-b080-f77e9b67e817\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"AAWireless\" data-image-alt-text=\"AAWireless\" data-image-filename=\"aawireless-two-adapter.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F10\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAcross various online forums, you'll find plenty of praise for the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aawireless.io\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAAWireless dongle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This Bluetooth device allows you to connect your smartphone to your car's Android Auto platform wirelessly. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.reddit.com\u002Fr\u002FAndroidAuto\u002Fcomments\u002F1e01357\u002Fcurrent_best_aa_wireless_dongle\u002F#link={\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOne Reddit user\u003C\u002Fa\u003E enjoys its speed and reliability, while a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ttforum.co.uk\u002Fthreads\u002Faawireless-io-highly-recommended-android-auto-solution.2029592\u002F#link={\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETT Forum user\u003C\u002Fa\u003E likes its ease of operation.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow there's good news for car owners: The developer behind the AAWireless has announced a new model -- the aptly named \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aawireless.io\u002Farticle\u002Faawireless-two-the-wireless-android-auto-adapter-with-multifunctional-button-out-on-october-20th\"\u003EAAWireless TWO\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fandroid-automotive-receives-new-qol-update-including-support-for-bluetooth-headphones\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAndroid Automotive receives new QOL update, including support for Bluetooth headphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe first thing you'll notice about the new model is that the revamped adapter looks quite different from the older version. 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According to the company, this button is used to \"perform actions like pairing a phone [or] switching between phones.\" Also, the new dongle -- which works with a recently updated AAWireless app -- enables you to change the button's function -- for example, to have it disable connections instead. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe button's full capabilities are unknown apart from the given examples, although ZDNET did reach out to the company for additional information.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere is some bad news: Wireless \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-carplay-is-getting-an-upgrade-here-are-the-coolest-features-announced-at-wwdc-2024\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECarPlay\u003C\u002Fa\u003E will not be supported. Chiel Prins, chief technology officer at AAWireless, said the team could not get CarPlay working on the new device. The developers must create \"a different hardware design\" before \"implementing adequate… support.\" CarPlay will remain a permanent beta feature on the first AAWireless model.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-hackers-could-have-remotely-controlled-millions-of-cars\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow hackers could have remotely controlled millions of cars\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFortunately, the company is working on a \"TWO Plus\" adapter that will support both CarPlay and Android Auto; however, it won't be available until Q1 2025. iPhone owners interested in the dongle may want to wait until next year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless TWO will launch on October 20 in the US at $64.99 and be sold exclusively on Amazon. 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Not much bigger than a smartphone, it packs away into a drawstring bag for easy storage in a car's trunk or glovebox. The bag also stores all the nozzles, the charging cable, and spare tire valve caps together in one place. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"e344550f-ecac-40a1-9a88-068aa1bc532d\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThis portable air compressor is fast.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"This portable air compressor is fast.\" data-image-filename=\"img-0528.gif\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"720\" data-image-height=\"480\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENext up, the user interface of the compressor is clear and straightforward. The display is big and clear in daylight or at night, and the buttons are clear and easy to understand. Again, the last thing you want to be doing when you're dealing with a tire issue is having to find a manual to decipher the air compressor.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fpsa-do-not-charge-your-phone-while-using-it-in-the-bath\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPSA: Do not charge your phone while using it in the bath\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Syncwire has four modes for inflating different items – cars, motorcycles, bikes, and balls -- along with a custom mode that you can preset to a specific pressure range. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe dual 2600mAh rechargeable batteries powering the compressor give it enough power to refill a typical tire in about a minute, and enough charge to inflate about 10 tires before needing to be recharged. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"8adb24d8-14c8-4cd7-a131-01d916fa0c9a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ESyncwire Tire Inflator kit.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Syncwire Tire Inflator kit.\" data-image-filename=\"untitled-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F07\u002F11\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe air compressor also features a USB-A output, allowing the unit to be used as a power bank, and there's also a dual-color LED light for those night-time emergencies. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe only downside to this air compressor that I can find is that there's no automatic way to discharge air from overinflated tires. This is a minor negative, but auto discharge would come in handy when you encounter the occasional overinflated tire.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"3d524e9e-8754-4859-81ec-5b8e7e750851\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FSyncwire-Tire-Inflator-Portable-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0D1QHFSNB\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Syncwire Tire Inflator\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is a quick, handy way to keep your tires properly inflated, saving money and making your journeys safer. And the addition of a power bank feature and LED flashlight gives this bit of kit a lot of flexibility.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith a regular price of $50, this is a competitively-priced portable air compressor, making it a must-have for all car fanatics and DIYers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-12-03 10:52:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Maintaining the correct tire pressure on your vehicle not only helps you save on gas but also makes driving safer. 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Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"04fc7f92-6f23-486e-909f-c061fb22bd48\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EDJI Air 3 drone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"DJI Air 3 drone.\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00598.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"983\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are junk toy drones, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F5-cool-things-you-can-do-with-a-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eenthusiast drones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, the workhorse prosumer drones, and the heavy professional drones. 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data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EDJI Air 3 specs\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETakeoff Weight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 720 g\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Folded (without propellers): 207×100.5×91.1 mm\u002FUnfolded (without propellers): 258.8 × 326 × 105.8mm\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Ascent Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 10 m\u002Fs\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Descent Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 10 m\u002Fs\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Horizontal Speed (at sea level, no wind)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 21 m\u002Fs (limited to 19 m\u002Fs in EU regions)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Flight Time\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 46 minutes\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWide-Angle Camera Lens\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 82°, 24 mm equivalent, f\u002F1.7, focus from 1 m to ∞\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWide-Angle Camera Sensor\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1\u002F1.3 inch CMOS, 48 megapixels, 1-3x digital zoom\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMedium Tele Camera Lens\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 35°, 70mm equivalent, f\u002F2.8, focus from 3m to ∞\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMedium Tele Camera Sensor\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1\u002F1.3 inch CMOS, 48 megapixels, 3-9x digital zoom\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Video Resolution\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 4K: 3840 × 2160@24\u002F25\u002F30\u002F48\u002F50\u002F60\u002F100 fps\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EObstacle Sensors\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Forward, backward, left, right, and upwards \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@AdrianKingsleyHughes","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FnN8VctUv9gc?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"The Meeting - DJI Air 3 test footage\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FnN8VctUv9gc\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"The Meeting - DJI Air 3 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Big drones, small drones, and the drones in between. If DJI makes it, I've flown it. Recently, we've seen DJI release the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"db42fb28-eeef-4e2a-9205-1cd9c364b708\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Lightweight-Foldable-Intelligent\u002Fdp\u002FB0BL3T49JF\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 3\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"b1bb72ba-3a55-4ede-8a2f-d86165547cfb\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Pro-Lightweight-Tri-Directional\u002Fdp\u002FB09WDBDGBZ\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 3 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, and the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"8a2a46dd-bf68-46eb-a4d7-182d67a285ec\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0BV21WGH6\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mavic 3 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E at the other. The middle ground between these drones was previously occupied by the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fdji-announces-999-mavic-air-2s-featuring-5-4k-video\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eaging Air 2S\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which was released back in April of 2021.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI drones have changed and improved a lot since the release of the Air 2S, and the new Air 3 benefits from all these incremental changes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmavic-3-pro-hands-on-with-the-best-drone-for-content-creators\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMavic 3 Pro: Hands-on with the best drone for content creators\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETwo of the biggest changes are the dual camera array -- adding a x3 medium tele camera to the existing wide-angle camera -- and omnidirectional obstacle sensing to prevent you from plowing your drone into a wall, free, or lamppost. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe camera output is what I've come to expect from DJI -- excellent. It's easy to forget that DJI isn't just a drone company, it's also a camera company, and this puts it leagues ahead of the competition.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b0a909ca-f4e3-4a00-b39c-8cbcb2a8225e\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe DJI Air 3 has a dual camera array.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of dual camera array on the DJI Air 3\" data-image-filename=\"img-4701.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDuring my tests, the absence of neutral density (ND) filters on the provided media unit proved to be a minor hindrance. ND filters function like sunglasses for the camera, enabling better control of lighting. This is crucial for capturing video in bright conditions, as ND filters are vital for more precise shot adjustments because neither camera on the Air 3 have aperture control (a feature similar to an eye's iris and how that expands and contracts to let in more or less light).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis lack of ND filters meant I found myself in a position where I couldn't go for my usual cinematic settings of 24 frames per second at a shutter speed of 1\u002F50 of a second because that would have been too bright. The only option is to keep shortening the shutter time (the amount of time the shutter is open and letting in light) to compensate. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fthis-15-accessory-unlocks-the-gopros-game-changing-camera-feature\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThis $15 accessory unlocks the Go Pro's game-changing feature\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor a lot of filming applications, this is a workable solution, but it does lack the cinematic motion blur that I like, especially when I'm flying close to the subject. If you're buying this for videography, get a set of ND filters. Grab the Fly More Combo kit that comes with ND filters, or get yourself quality third-party filters that are likely to hit the market soon from manufacturers such as Polar Pro, Freewell, or PGYTech.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EImprovise, adapt, overcome.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut still, despite the limitations, the output was still incredible.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"965adcc0-480c-48c6-bcdb-29b138f41886\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ERear omnidirectional obstacle sensors on the Air 3.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of the rear omnidirectional obstacle sensors on the Air 3.\" data-image-filename=\"img-4699.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe omnidirectional obstacle sensing is a feature that could help save your drone from damage or destruction. While I'd never rely on these sensors, and always keep an eye on where the drone is and its surroundings, it's a super handy feature that makes flying safer. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"78a9f865-f4a4-4c2f-acad-64f700c8a1b4\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe omnidirectional obstacle sensing built into the Air 3 easily detected and avoided these trees.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Air 3 avoiding obstacles\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00587.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1066\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 does a good job of picking up and avoiding things like humans, walls, and trees. It's also good at detecting rogue branches, but it can be blind to twigs -- and a tiny twig in the propellers is all it takes to bring a drone down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"28cc0dff-a518-4c0c-9709-456ba30f2087\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 detecting obstacles -- and danger -- all around it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Air 3 detecting obstacles\" data-image-filename=\"img-4686.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut sometimes, you have to disable the obstacle avoidance sensors to allow you to get closer to things. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-action-camera\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIs GoPro still the best action camera? Well, it depends\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is done by flipping the drone into \"Sport\" mode, but because the Air 3 allows you to control the maximum speed in all modes, and bring it down as low as 1 meter per second, you still get amazing control over the drone.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"56fd34ac-37ae-4b02-9695-3d17b8c3c48a\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EObstacle avoidance turned off so I can fly the drone between two trees.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Person flying the drone between two trees.\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00631.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"1066\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, any time you do this, there are risks. As careful as I was, I lightly clipped a propellor against a twig. The drone is so stable that I didn't notice this in-flight, but I noticed it during a pre-flight check. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a4fc0a2e-1e4a-4524-8926-ec7a84ac9480\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EDamaged propellor spotted during a pre-flight check.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hand holding a damaged propellor\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00655.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou should never fly with a damaged propellor as this could catastrophically fail in flight, cause you to lose the drone, potentially cause injury to those around you, and damage to property. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFortunately, the propellers are easy to replace.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d3c3c780-0abb-485f-a3c0-4e3784fda666\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt only takes seconds to replace a propellor.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Katherine Betteridge\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hands replacing a propellor.\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00657.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are a whole host of improvements and tweaks that I love that form part of the Air 3. I've seen some improvements on other DJI drones, while some are new.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhow-to-safely-attach-a-gopro-to-your-car-or-truck\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHow to safely attach your GoPro to the side of your car or truck\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor example, I love that the microSD card is now easily accessible, and I don't need to have tweezers to hand. The case has been tweaked again, and we now have one that's big enough to hold everything without having to struggle to pack things into it or pull stuff out. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENice!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"12950074-4eb6-49f9-83e9-03ee026d1547\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe microSD card is easily accessible on the Air 3.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The microSD card accessibility in the Air 3.\" data-image-filename=\"img-4691.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe battery charging case now features clips to hold the batteries in place. This dramatically reduces the risk of the battery being improperly fitted and therefore not charged. This also prevents the batteries from spilling out everywhere in the field, which is a huge improvement on the previous iterations of the charging case by DJI.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2c5b6096-07f5-4846-977a-c121beccd722\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe battery clips on the battery charging case are a really nice feature.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hand holding the battery clips on the battery charging case\" data-image-filename=\"img-4704.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe gimbal cover is also one of the nicest, easiest to fit and remove covers to date, removing that latent anxiety that you're going to destroy the camera while trying to protect it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"586c9793-e4d7-49b8-a8cd-d548f95a0090\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe redesigned gimbal cover is one of the easiest to use to date.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of the redesigned gimbal cover\" data-image-filename=\"img-4693.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, and now this is a really small but thoughtful touch. Users have in the past complained that the arms rub on the drone's body when folded in and packed away. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fin-depth\u002Finnovation\u002Fthe-drone-wranglers-how-the-most-authentic-old-west-town-in-the-us-is-delivering-the-future-of-flight\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe drone wranglers: How the most authentic Old West town is delivering the future of flight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow DJI has fitted little rubberized pads to prevent this. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"1890cfe1-1f1a-4785-b647-7be8afaaa23f\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ELittle rubberized pads prevent the arms from rubbing on the drone's body when folded down.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Closeup of rubberized pads\" data-image-filename=\"img-4700.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe build quality of the drone is also superb. It feels solid in the hand, and while no amount of \"feels solid in the hand\" is going to help come a crash, it does help prevent damage when handling the drone, removing and refitting batteries and memory cards, and removing and refitting that gimbal cover.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5110d906-369b-4675-bd5c-23b35d65f2c0\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 feels solid and robust.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Air 3 feels solid and robust.\" data-image-filename=\"img-4694.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs for shooting at night, here's a short video and image taken about an hour after sunset. This output has been very lightly edited so give you an idea of what you can expect, and this could be edited and processed a lot more to bring out more detail and add artistic flair.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@AdrianKingsleyHughes","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002Fz0gMUhQagM8?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"South Stack lighthouse, Anglesey, North Wales - DJI Air 3 test footage\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002Fz0gMUhQagM8\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"South Stack lighthouse, Anglesey, North Wales - DJI Air 3 test footage","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002Fz0gMUhQagM8\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c8f9fc67-4d88-4b70-8531-2a947f659d6e\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ENight shot with the Air 3, shot about an hour after sunset.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Night shot with the Air 3, shot about an hour after sunset.\" data-image-filename=\"dji-20230724231759-0008-d.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F24\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe not so good\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile my experience with the Air 3 has been overwhelmingly positive, there are a few things that make me frown a little. Some of these are hardware-based and unlikely going to change, while others could be fixed in a future software update.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst, all new drones have odd flight characteristics that are ironed out in subsequent firmware updates. The Air 3 is surprisingly good for general flying, but when it came to precision flying, especially in the vicinity of obstacles, I would sometimes find the drone doing odd things such as doing a lot of corrections to hover or not responding properly to the controller. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese are small things, and as I've said, I find that these things are fixed quickly once the drones get into the hands of users.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother annoyance is that switching between the two cameras is slow -- really slow, sometimes taking five seconds. It's very easy to lose a good shot because of this lag.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-surveillance-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best surveillance cameras\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've also noticed an issue with the focus when using the tele camera close to its minimum focus distance. I found that even if I used manual focus and locked it on the spot I wanted, it would drift a little (or perhaps not be set correctly in the first place, or I touched the screen and messed it up), so creators need to be careful here. There are a couple of soft shots in my test video that happened because of this, and they were taken as two separate shots. I'm not sure if this is something that DJI needs to fix because it's a bug, or give us better tools to check if the focus is spot-on because it's operator error.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhatever the reason, it's annoying.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThen there's a general lag on the controller. My review unit was shipped with the new DJI RC 2 controller, so I can only hope that future firmware updates will work on resolving this. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile on the subject of that remote controller, mine feels very plasticky and rattly, and overall the fit and finish feel really cheap compared to the DJI RC Pro controller. But the RC Pro is more expensive, and there are profit margins as well as the price tag to consider.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI also dislike the fact that DJI continues to use the tiniest screw threads possible to connect the sticks to the controller. Sure, this is easy when sitting at your desk in an air-conditioned office, but a pain in the field.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"b351cfd6-f251-422a-b60f-d8a2ffdcaf1b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EScrewing the sticks onto the controller is tricky, and a recipe for losing the sticks when in the wilds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Screwing the sticks onto the controller \" data-image-filename=\"img-4715.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe bottom line\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI owned the Air 3's predecessor -- the Air 2S -- but it's a drone I've not flown in months. It was bigger and bulkier to carry than the Mini 3 Pro, and not as rock solid in the air compared to the Mavic 3 and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmavic-3-pro-hands-on-with-the-best-drone-for-content-creators\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMavic 3 Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. I didn't need a drone that sat in between those two drones, especially one that had so many limitations. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Air 3 could change that. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-drone-accessories\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best drone accessories: Truly useful must-haves\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere is a drone not only with a formidable camera array, but also feels solid and reliable both in the hand and in the air. And it's a drone that's capable of capturing stunning photos and video.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EComing to the price, the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"a64e07e3-28d3-44b7-a426-ed96e0d965ec\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fstore.dji.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fdji-air-3\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB07FRWP5HX\u002F?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Air 3 starts at $1,099\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, and for that you get the drone and the RC-N2 controller that you have to attach to your smartphone. There's also a Fly More combo kit that comes with more batteries, the ND filters, and the battery holder, and that's $1,349 for the kit that comes with the RC-N2 controller, and $1,549 for the kit and the RC 2 controller.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's not bad. Not bad at all.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a77b6c73-9446-4b17-a499-04f18cc59231\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhat you get in the DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo kit with the RC 2 controller.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"DJI\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The DJI Air 3 Fly More Combo kit with the RC 2 controller.\" data-image-filename=\"bg-03-2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F07\u002F21\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI is leagues ahead of its competitors, and this drone shows just how far the company has come in a little over two years. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor those looking for an enthusiast-level drone with prosumer features, you need to look no further. If you're a current Air 2S owner and need to get in closer to your subjects, then the medium telephoto camera will deliver exactly that in a platform that will otherwise feel quite familiar to you, which could make this the perfect upgrade. If you're coming from a DJI Mini drone, then this is going to open up a world of possibilities for you to be even more creative in the sky.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-12-03 09:48:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Want a drone that'll do it all? 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When Kerry isn't drooling over the next best thing, he's probably being let down by the Los Angeles Lakers.",profile:c,title:"Senior Reviews Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"4d7bcd51-8602-48c0-83c6-df0bfc4c97db\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\" \" data-description=\"The AAWireless Two costs $65 and gives you wireless Android Auto support when plugged in.~ A new built-in button lets you quickly swap between paired devices.~ The companion app is almost too robust, but that's not the worst thing.\" data-like=\" \" data-dislike=\" \" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"09\" data-editorsyear=\"2024\" data-editorsdate=\""2024-09-14T17:52:03.536Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"09\" data-innovationyear=\"2024\" data-innovationdate=\""2024-09-14T17:52:03.536Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"ef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba","filename":"pxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F14\u002Fef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba\u002Fpxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-14 14:44:45","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"ef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba","imageFilename":"pxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F14"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6","url":""}]\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{}\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EUpdate: The AAWireless Two adapter is back in stock on Amazon again. We'll update this story if\u002Fwhen it's unavailable again.\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince I bought my first car two years ago, I've had the worst luck with wireless Android Auto adapters. I initially sprung for the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"5ecb6a4c-b0e1-4e8e-812e-74dd8a095053\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FMotorola-MA1-Wireless-Android-Adapter\u002Fdp\u002FB09PQ95GY4\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Motorola MA1\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E because of its popularity and, admittedly, Amazon's algorithmic recommendation, but it was simply too unreliable to use during commutes and road trips. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe pairing process wasn't always the fastest; audio playback (including navigation instructions) tended to stutter, and the dongle would often get so warm that it felt uncomfortable stashing it inside the center console. When I took the risk on a different, generic brand, its interpretation of \"wireless Android Auto\" meant fully replacing the operating system with its own proprietary user interface. Boo.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-cyber-monday-deals-2024-12-2\u002F\"\u003EThe best Cyber Monday deals live now\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA bit of cross-shopping recently led me to the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"adebebf7-c238-41a5-8462-7cc179316897\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"AAWireless adapter\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, which, like the Motorola MA1, connects to your car via USB-A and serves as a wireless receiver for Android Auto. I've been testing it for the past few weeks, and my driving experience has never been more refreshing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe portable adapter features a multifunctional button that lets you swap host devices,&nbsp;while the app gives you more extensive controls.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"AAWireless Two\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"26374daf-7b01-4fa5-8879-3aaf7962e71f","title":"AAWireless Two Android Auto dongle","filename":"pxl-20241112-113521052-mp.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F14\u002F26374daf-7b01-4fa5-8879-3aaf7962e71f\u002Fpxl-20241112-113521052-mp.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":294635,"width":4032,"height":2268,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-14 14:44:45","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-11-14 14:45:06","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET","alt":"AAWireless Two Android Auto dongle","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"26374daf-7b01-4fa5-8879-3aaf7962e71f","imageAltText":"sample-image-16-9-red.jpg","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"pxl-20241112-113521052-mp.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F14","imageWidth":4032,"imageHeight":2268,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"ZDNET RECOMMENDS\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"f8ae1877-a2d1-4ce3-9452-160fab14a50c","slug":"aawireless-two-android-auto-wireless-adapter-convert-factory-wired-android-auto-to-wireless-multifunctional-button","name":"AAWireless Two - Android Auto Wireless Adapter - Convert Factory Wired Android Auto to Wireless - Multifunctional Button - Easy Plug and Play Setup - Seamlessly Connect Via Bluetooth - Made in Europe","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"AUTOPID","mod":1731774117180,"displayDate":"Sat Nov 16 2024 11:21:57 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless Two adapter costs $65, which is actually cheaper than its predecessor and competing accessories. How it works is fairly straightforward: You download and open the AAWireless companion app (should you want to make any modifications or update the software), plug the adapter into your car via USB-A, long press its multifunctional button to initiate pairing mode, and then connect to it on your phone screen. From this point forward, your phone will automatically pair to the adapter when your car is turned on.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe pairing process alone is superior to that of other wireless adapters, as the multifunctional button doubles as an LED indicator ring, saving you from second-guessing whether the adapter is on or not (or if pairing mode has been activated). It took some time to familiarize myself with what each color meant, but after the first few days of testing, I got the hang of things. Just make sure you're staring straight at the LED ring, as the coloring is less visible when off-axis.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-is-ending-android-auto-support-for-older-phones-heres-why-and-the-simple-fix\u002F\"\u003EGoogle is ending Android Auto support for older phones. Here's why (and the simple fix)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless Two can pair and swap between multiple devices, which is ideal for those who share a car with someone else. Setting up the secondary device is the same as the first, and swapping between the two is as simple as a single press of the multifunctional button. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI'm a fan of the app's ability to set a priority list for which device to connect with. I'm usually the one driving between my wife and me, so we prefer the adapter to pair with my phone. Once it does, the Android Auto experience often works fluidly, reacting to my button presses without much lag (if any), and playing Spotify without skipping a beat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"50695c92-537a-4fd5-8ea1-e35d33a825fd\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Kerry Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"AAWireless Two Android Auto dongle\" data-image-filename=\"pxl-20241112-113757934-mp.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F14\" data-image-width=\"4032\" data-image-height=\"2268\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMy qualms with the AAWireless Two adapter have more to do with the product category as a whole. For example, switching to a wireless adapter means my phone is no longer plugged in and charging gradually as I drive around town.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor road trips or commutes into the city (which can take upwards of an hour), that trickle charge is something I've taken for granted. Of course, I can still juice up my phone if there's a spare USB port, inlet, or wireless charging dock, but I miss the convenience of using a single cable to power my phone while running Android Auto.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-android-phone\u002F\"\u003EThe best Android phones to buy in 2024\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless Two adapter also doesn't support Apple CarPlay. It's branded as AA (Android Auto) Wireless and not CPWireless, after all, but the company is still missing out on a large user base. Fortunately, an AAWireless Two Plus, which features a hardware redesign to support CarPlay, is \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002F9to5google.com\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F02\u002Faawireless-two-carplay-2025\u002F#link={\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ereportedly in the works\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and set to be released in Q1 2025. That wouldn't help me, an Android user, but it does make the potential conversion to an iPhone a little less burdensome.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat's all to say: the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"da198c72-21da-4d56-ab9d-1cb1ec56f3e2\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB0DBVMG9Y6\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"AAWireless Two\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is the best wireless Android Auto adapter I've tested to date, and I've used quite a few. It's priced well, functions as well as it looks, and, most importantly, holds a reliable connection throughout my rides. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EShould you have any issues with the adapter, I recommend checking the companion app first for any relevant diagnostic and troubleshooting tools. There are options for toggling pass-through mode (for data transferring), fixing audio stutters, disabling TTS sink for routing navigation audio, and much more. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-12-02 15:40:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The AAWireless Two won't charm you with a ground-breaking industrial design or an edgy name, but it's as good as these adapters get - and back in stock for Cyber Monday.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"90e8ca5c-3dfc-40ea-89d5-b0795002cfe6",image:{id:"ef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba",filename:"pxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-11-14 14:44:45",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"GOTRAX 4 electric scooter",credits:"GOTRAX",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F14\u002Fef078407-4579-4cfa-92b4-3c92c438c4ba\u002Fpxl-20241112-113640142-mp.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4032,height:2268,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Smartphones^Mobile Accessories",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"i-finally-found-a-wireless-android-auto-adapter-thats-reliable-and-affordable-and-its-in-stock-again",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"I finally found a wireless Android Auto adapter that's reliable and affordable - and it's in stock again",topic:{id:"972fc09a-0553-4863-854d-3d98942e4f6f",slug:"mobile-accessories",name:"Mobile Accessories",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"972fc09a-0553-4863-854d-3d98942e4f6f",slug:"mobile-accessories",name:"Mobile Accessories",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"b0fb3d1e-3e24-473d-9325-eaaf1980f7c7",slug:"android",name:"Android",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2c87ef21-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"jperlow",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Jason",lastName:"Perlow",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0",filename:"jason-perlow.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:08:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0\u002Fjason-perlow.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Jason Perlow is a technologist with over two decades of experience integrating large heterogeneous multi-vendor computing environments in Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"June Wan\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses ZDNET\" data-image-filename=\"dsc00243.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F15\" data-image-width=\"4240\" data-image-height=\"2384\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe year 2024 delivered all the drama technology fans could want: AI dominance, chip wars, smart devices that were \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tried-replacing-twitter-with-bluesky-threads-and-mastodon-heres-what-i-found\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eanything but, and a social media implosion\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that's already a case study in corporate mismanagement. From monumental wins to jaw-dropping failures, here's the definitive breakdown of the year's tech highs and lows.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fbest-black-friday-deals-2024\u002F\"\u003EThe best Black Friday deals live now\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ELosers\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1. X (formerly Twitter): A masterclass in self-destruction\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EElon Musk spent 2024 doubling down on the chaos that turned X into a punchline. Advertisers fled after baffling policy shifts, verified checkmarks became meaningless, and users \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbluesky-hits-20-million-users-and-counting-watch-it-keep-growing-here\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eabandoned ship\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for Bluesky and Mastodon in droves. Engagement plummeted, and what was once a cultural institution became a meme of its former self. Musk might still call it \"the town square,\" but in 2024, X was more like the local landfill.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tried-replacing-twitter-with-bluesky-threads-and-mastodon-heres-what-i-found\u002F\"\u003EI tried replacing Twitter with Bluesky, Threads, and Mastodon: Here's what I found\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2. Amazon: Innovation takes a coffee break\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAmazon's five-day return-to-office mandate alienated employees, sparked accusations of \"quiet firing,\" and triggered a mass exodus of talent. Workers who couldn't -- or wouldn't -- move closer to offices were forced out, and with them went years of expertise and innovation. This was the HR equivalent of smashing a robot with a sledgehammer for a company obsessed with efficiency. Quiet quitting? More like loud mismanagement.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fwork-life\u002F82-of-leaders-plan-to-increase-flexible-work-options-in-the-next-two-years\u002F\"\u003E82% of leaders plan to increase flexible work options in the next two years\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"abb76d32-c6c3-4d6e-bd2d-a0d0c27162ca\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"UCG\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"cybertruck-gettyimages-2151765552\" data-image-filename=\"cybertruck-gettyimages-2151765552.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"768\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Cybertruck: Trapezoids of doom\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETesla's Cybertruck finally hit the road in 2024 -- and immediately rolled into a ditch. Recalls for defective inverters, cameras that didn't work, and windshield wipers that couldn't handle drizzle made the truck a laughingstock. Its resale value tanked, and its polarizing design still looked like a failed geometry assignment. Sure, it turns heads, but only because people can't believe it exists.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E4. Apple Vision Pro: $3,500 worth of \u003Cem\u003E'why?\u003C\u002Fem\u003E'\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-vision-pro-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EApple's Vision Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E wowed in demos and dazzled on paper, but in practice, it was a solution in search of a problem. At \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e58e39e8-7ae9-41b1-ba89-da80c8f871ed\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-vision\u002Fapple-vision-pro?afid=p239%7C159047&cid=aos-us-aff-ir-159047\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"$3,500\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, it was more curiosity than game-changer, with no killer app to justify the cost. Apple fans drooled, but most consumers shrugged. A technological marvel? Yes. A must-have device? Not even close.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-to-counter-new-meta-products-with-its-own-cheaper-headset\u002F\"\u003EApple to counter new Meta products with its own cheaper headset\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E5. Intel: Relic of a bygone era\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn 2024, Intel continued to drift further into irrelevance. Its \"AI PCs\" \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-fall-of-intel-how-gen-ai-helped-dethrone-a-giant-and-transform-computing-as-we-know-it\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebarely moved the needle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and the 13th and 14th Gen Core processors -- repackaged versions of last year's chips -- left consumers unimpressed. Meanwhile, Arm-based chips like Apple's M4 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite set new benchmarks for performance and efficiency. Intel used to lead the charge; now it's trailing behind, yelling at the clouds.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-fall-of-intel-how-gen-ai-helped-dethrone-a-giant-and-transform-computing-as-we-know-it\u002F\"\u003EThe fall of Intel: How gen AI helped dethrone a giant and transform computing as we know it\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E6. CrowdStrike: Trust misplaced\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECrowdStrike had one job: keep systems secure. Instead, it botched a software update that caused a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-caused-the-great-crowdstrike-windows-meltdown-of-2024-history-has-the-answer\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eglobal IT outage\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, affecting millions of Windows devices and denting its reputation. For a company built on trust, this colossal failure had customers second-guessing their investments. Cybersecurity giant? More like cybersecurity headache.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-caused-the-great-crowdstrike-windows-meltdown-of-2024-history-has-the-answer\u002F\"\u003EWhat caused the great CrowdStrike-Windows meltdown? History has the answer\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5e8b9bfc-cd37-4aaa-aad9-f6ae2c1b946c\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Humane\" data-image-alt-text=\"humaneaiscreenshot-2024-11-25-141840\" data-image-filename=\"humaneaiscreenshot-2024-11-25-141840.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F25\" data-image-width=\"858\" data-image-height=\"617\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E7. AI wearables: The dumbest 'smart' gadgets\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Rabbit R1 and Humane AI Pin proved that just because you can make something \"smart\" doesn't mean you should. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-199-rabbit-r1-is-finally-getting-the-ai-feature-that-likely-sold-you-on-it-in-the-first-place\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERabbit R1\u003C\u002Fa\u003E was clunky, impractical, and destined for the junk drawer, while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhumane-ai-pin-reviews-5-takeaways-on-a-promising-but-dangerously-flawed-wearable\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHumane AI Pin\u003C\u002Fa\u003E overheated, lacked features, and came with a ridiculous price tag. AI wearables promised innovation but delivered irrelevance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhumane-ai-pin-what-went-wrong-and-how-it-can-be-fixed-before-its-too-late\u002F\"\u003EHumane Ai Pin: What went wrong and how it can be fixed (before it's too late)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E8. Sonos: The sound of failure\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESonos hit a new low with a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsonos-is-failing-and-millions-of-devices-could-become-e-waste-why-open-source-audio-is-our-only-hope\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebuggy app update\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that frustrated customers and delayed hardware launches. Employee warnings about the rollout were ignored, leading to a $30 million fiasco, a 25% stock drop, and layoffs. For a company synonymous with high-quality sound, 2024 was a tone-deaf performance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsonos-is-failing-and-millions-of-devices-could-become-e-waste-why-open-source-audio-is-our-only-hope\u002F\"\u003ESonos is failing and millions of devices could become e-waste - why open-source audio is our only hope\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWinners\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E1. AI tools and platforms: Finally living up to the hype\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E2024 was the year AI started earning its buzz. Google's \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-rebrands-bard-to-gemini-now-available-for-the-first-time-on-mobile\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Erebranding of Bard to Gemini\u003C\u002Fa\u003E came with the release of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ffirst-gemini-now-gemma-googles-new-open-ai-models-target-developers\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGemma 2 models\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which gave developers powerful tools and helped Google claw its way back into the AI race. OpenAI's GPT series remained the gold standard, tackling everything from legal briefs to code fixes, while Adobe's Firefly turned non-designers into creative pros. For once, the AI hype didn't feel overblown.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fai-isnt-hitting-a-wall-its-just-getting-too-smart-for-benchmarks-says-anthropic\u002F\"\u003EAI isn't hitting a wall, it's just getting too smart for benchmarks, says Anthropic\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E2. NVIDIA: Ruler of the AI kingdom\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENVIDIA dominated 2024, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnvidia-teases-rubin-gpus-and-cpus-to-succeed-blackwell-in-2026\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eselling out its Blackwell chips\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for 2025 before the year even ended. The company raked in $35.1 billion in quarterly revenue, a 94% jump, and pocketed $19.3 billion in profit. It also launched Fugatto, an AI tool for generating and remixing audio, and kicked Intel out of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. NVIDIA didn't just win 2024; it owned it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Ftodays-ai-ecosystem-is-unsustainable-for-most-everyone-but-nvidia-warns-top-scholar\u002F\"\u003EToday's AI ecosystem is unsustainable for most everyone but Nvidia\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E3. Open source software: Proving collaboration wins\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOpen source thrived in 2024, with AI models like LLaMA 3, Falcon, and Gemma 2 empowering developers to build without barriers. Meanwhile, proprietary overreach backfired -- HashiCorp's restrictive Terraform license spawned the popular OpenTofu fork. And while the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fopen-source-ai-definition-finally-gets-its-first-release-candidate-and-a-compromise\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOpen Source AI Definition\u003C\u002Fa\u003E (OSAID) sparked debate, it underscored open source's growing influence. When companies closed doors, open source opened new ones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fopen-source-ai-definition-finally-gets-its-first-release-candidate-and-a-compromise\u002F\"\u003EOpen-source AI definition finally gets its first release candidate - and a compromise\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E4. Arm-based chips: The future of computing\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EArm processors continued their meteoric rise, led by Apple's M4 and Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2-reasons-why-i-recommend-the-m4-mac-mini-to-everyone-and-its-100-off-right-now\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMac Mini M4\u003C\u002Fa\u003E made desktops portable, the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-replaced-my-m1-macbook-pro-with-a-base-model-m4-and-it-blew-my-3000-laptop-away\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EM4 MacBook Pros\u003C\u002Fa\u003E redefined laptop performance, and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fipad-pro-2024-review\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EM4 iPad Pro\u003C\u002Fa\u003E rendered traditional laptops obsolete. Snapdragon turned Windows devices into serious contenders, leaving Intel in the dust. Arm wasn't just the future—it was the present.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F2-reasons-why-i-recommend-the-m4-mac-mini-to-everyone-and-its-100-off-right-now\u002F\"\u003E2 reasons why I recommend the M4 Mac Mini to everyone\u003C\u002Fa\u003E \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E5. Bluesky: The cool kid on the block\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile X imploded, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-use-bluesky-social-everything-to-know-about-the-popular-x-alternative\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBluesky soared\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. Its decentralized model, sleek interface, and user-first policies made it the social media platform of choice for anyone fleeing Musk's circus. Every time X rolled out a new policy, Bluesky gained users. By year's end, it wasn't just an alternative—it was the new standard.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-use-bluesky-social-everything-to-know-about-the-popular-x-alternative\u002F\"\u003EHow to use Bluesky Social: Everything to know about the popular X alternative\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E6. Matter Protocol: Smart homes that actually work\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fwhat-is-matter-how-the-connectivity-standard-can-change-your-smart-home\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMatter Protocol\u003C\u002Fa\u003E finally made smart homes functional by forcing Apple, Google, and Amazon to collaborate. Devices that couldn't communicate before were now seamlessly integrated, making smart home setups less of a headache. It's about time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fsmart-home\u002Fmatter-1-4-now-supports-more-smart-home-devices-and-adds-new-capabilities\u002F\"\u003EMatter 1.4 now supports more smart home devices and adds new capabilities\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d41979d8-92cb-4bf4-b654-65a7b343696d\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Matthew Miller\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"ray-ban-meta-fly-fishing1\" data-image-filename=\"ray-ban-meta-fly-fishing1.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F10\u002F23\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E7. Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses: AR without the cringe\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeta surprised everyone with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fnew-meta-ray-ban-ai-features-roll-out-making-the-smart-glasses-even-more-tempting\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERay-Ban Smart Glasses\u003C\u002Fa\u003E that were lightweight, stylish, and useful. Hands-free calls and subtle AR overlays made the glasses practical, not gimmicky. For once, AR tech didn't feel embarrassing -- it felt innovative.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fi-tested-metas-transparent-ray-ban-smart-glasses-and-theyre-a-near-perfect-accessory-for-me\u002F\"\u003EI tested Meta's transparent Ray-Ban smart glasses, and they're a near-perfect accessory for me\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E8. iPhone 16: Stellar hardware, meh intelligence\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cp\u003EApple's \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ec665880-8f4b-4f21-ada4-3de5bec7488a\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apple.com\u002Fshop\u002Fbuy-iphone\u002Fiphone-16?\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"iPhone 16\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E proved you can still dominate with brute hardware force, even if your AI game is… underwhelming. The base model packed the new A18 chip, boasting a 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and 8GB of RAM -- a serious performance boost that left Android rivals scrambling. The cameras? A 48MP main shooter and improved 12MP ultra-wide lens delivered stunning photos, even if the selfies still look like you.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhy-im-recommending-the-standard-iphone-16-over-the-pro-this-year-and-im-not-alone\u002F\"\u003EWhy I'm recommending the standard iPhone 16 over the Pro this year (and I'm not alone)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003ESee you next year\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs we enter 2025, the tech industry remains a volatile and unpredictable landscape. The winners will continue to push boundaries, while the losers will struggle to adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape. One thing is certain: The future of tech is full of promise and peril, and the next year promises to be another thrilling ride.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-26 14:59:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"AI flourished, Arm chips dominated, and open source thrived. Meanwhile, Elon Musk gets credit for two of the biggest losers, and Apple makes it onto both the naughty and nice lists.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"84864a78-8860-4ce2-9b72-91e3de2787ed",image:{id:"66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1",filename:"dsc00243.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-11-15 22:09:36",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses ZDNET",credits:"June Wan\u002FZDNET",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F11\u002F15\u002F66151b95-6248-4562-a53c-47d363c795b1\u002Fdsc00243.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:4240,height:2384,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"analysis\u002Fopinion",hubTopicPathString:"Business",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"tech-winners-and-losers-of-2024-the-year-in-true-innovation-and-total-product-flops",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Tech winners and losers of 2024: The year in true innovation and total product flops",topic:{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"57b89c3b-5b67-4357-bd53-58c9f516a044",slug:"business",name:"Business",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"103a5e4f-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"e-commerce",name:"E-Commerce",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"1124f463-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"processors",name:"Processors",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"113c25b6-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"security",name:"Security",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"114c901c-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"social-media",name:"Social Media",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"3414bf30-82eb-4a6a-a561-f193482f1643",slug:"artificial-intelligence",name:"Artificial Intelligence",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"35466bd1-f8e5-4cca-9c22-561ce4c0af03",slug:"smart-home",name:"Smart Home",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3714becf-21e1-40b1-b9a2-1ae9c4f0da33\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"holiday-placeholder-image\" data-image-filename=\"segway-e-bike-hero-image.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2023\u002F11\u002F27\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Segway Max G2 is an electric, kick-style scooter that's a great, eco-friendly way to commute to work or school, run errands, or visit friends. During Best Buy's lead-up to their official Black Friday sale, you can \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"41417c8f-2409-453e-9488-f96a3c6d23ea\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black%2F6541285.p%3FskuId%3D6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"save $600 on one\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, bringing the price down to $800.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Foctober-prime-day-2024-heres-everything-you-need-to-know\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOctober Prime Day: Here's everything you need to know\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"41fafbce-55e7-4b31-91d0-32db48fb1865\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Segway Max G2 for $800 (save $600 at Best Buy)\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"The Segway Max G2 on a blue gradient background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Segway\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","filename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F19\u002F1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36\u002Fsegway-max-g2.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-19 21:58:21","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"1e7bfaef-8a59-4a21-a365-7653da25bd36","imageFilename":"segway-max-g2.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F19"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Segway\u002FZDNET\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-offermerchant=\"Best Buy\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fshop-links.co\u002Flink\u002F?url=https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285&publisher_slug=zdnet&article_name=__ARTICLE_NAME__&article_url=__ARTICLE_URL__&exclusive=1&u1=subid_value\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"523deef0-ae65-4628-abb7-df4ceac4f395","slug":"segway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black","name":"Segway - Max G2 Electric Kick Scooter Foldable w\u002F 43 Mile Range and 22 MPH Max Speed - Black","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"EZMONEY","mod":1732053189823,"displayDate":"Tue Nov 19 2024 16:53:09 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"88469b1c-464f-4c66-998a-463c64d9b434\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bestbuy.com\u002Fsite\u002Fsegway-max-g2-electric-kick-scooter-foldable-w-43-mile-range-and-22-mph-max-speed-black\u002F6541285.p?skuId=6541285\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Segway Max G2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E has a maximum range of 43 miles (69 kilometers) and a top speed of 22mph (35kmh), which means it is best suited for cities and suburbs, and you'll really need a helmet. The body of the scooter features a foldable design, which makes it easier to store in your shed or garage when not in use, or fold and take with you into the office or classroom to prevent theft and damage. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can connect the Max G2 to the companion app to get at-a-glance updates on remaining battery life and even integrate with Apple's Find My technology to pinpoint your scooter's location if it gets lost or stolen. You can also switch between the four riding modes to maximize battery life or boost motor output for making it up hills and inclines. The scooter is equipped with an LED headlight for safer traveling in dim or dark environments. Segway recommends the Max G2 e-scooter for kids 14 and older. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"d963c0ac-976e-49f6-baa0-0799ba2aa4f8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EBest Buy hasn't put a definitive end-date for this Segway scooter deal. 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Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"reviewcard\" data-id=\"4d7bcd51-8602-48c0-83c6-df0bfc4c97db\" data-edition=\"us\" data-productname=\" \" data-description=\"Puts you in the pilot's seat, with a wide field of view.~ Great battery life that plays well with most DJI drones.~ Can sometimes be disorientating, especially if you're new.\" data-like=\" \" data-dislike=\" \" data-editorschoice=\"false\" data-editorsmonth=\"09\" data-editorsyear=\"2024\" data-editorsdate=\""2024-09-06T12:14:26.972Z"\" data-innovationaward=\"false\" data-innovationmonth=\"09\" data-innovationyear=\"2024\" data-innovationdate=\""2024-09-06T12:14:26.972Z"\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"fd7bd3bd-0f09-4e8c-a64b-ff9caf577ec2","filename":"img-1803.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F11\u002F05\u002Ffd7bd3bd-0f09-4e8c-a64b-ff9caf577ec2\u002Fimg-1803.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2024-11-05 13:23:43","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"fd7bd3bd-0f09-4e8c-a64b-ff9caf577ec2","imageFilename":"img-1803.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F11\u002F05"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Dji","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dji.com\u002Fgoggles-n3","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI've been flying drones for a couple of decades, and for most of that time, I've been looking at a screen. But with the advent of FPV drones, goggles have become a way to put yourself directly into the pilot's seat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese goggles have evolved in recent years, becoming smaller and lighter, offering better clarity and longer battery life, while at the same time becoming cheaper. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fi-tested-djis-smallest-and-lightest-drone-and-its-captured-things-i-had-never-seen-before\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EI tested DJI's smallest and lightest drone, and it captured things I had never seen before\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI has new goggles – the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"06025029-a312-4f90-a2f8-0853a93256b1\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dji.com\u002Fgoggles-n3\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Goggles N3\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E – that feature an ultra-wide screen, expanded field of view, and a defogging fan at an entry-level price point. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"1fe4e93c-24bc-4b8b-908f-19ac782aa901\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EDump the screen! 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(No, she doesn't!)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"My mom says I look cool. (No, she doesn't really!)\" data-image-filename=\"akh-goggles-small.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F05\" data-image-width=\"607\" data-image-height=\"717\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Goggles N3 are designed and built for the new \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"e75ab25f-a66d-4d6f-a5c0-84bdd9d70d3a\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB08JGX61H7\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Neo\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"d2cf39c6-558b-4af8-a163-47b46c111bff\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB08JGX61H7\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Avata 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E drones and are perfect for immersing yourself in aerial action. Being used to looking at a screen, it always takes me a while to get accustomed to having a screen attached to my face, but after that acclimatization process, I'm zooming around like a flying ace.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI found the earlier goggles heavy on my face and hot to wear, but neither is a problem with the N3, as they are lightweight and feature a built-in defogging fan for when things get a bit steamed up. I liked the fan because it offered some relief when my eyes started sweating.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe optical quality is good -- far better and more immersive than looking at a screen. I'm not going to pretend that things don't sometimes get disorienting, but the more you use the goggles, the easier and better it gets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-drone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best drones you can buy: Expert tested\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPilots with the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"80d7b1c6-e929-4656-bddc-bc8eafd95e28\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Controller-Immersive-Multi-Model-Compatibility\u002Fdp\u002FB0CS6LDCKC\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI RC Motion 3\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E controller can use the augmented reality (AR) cursor to activate functions and adjust camera settings from the goggles' screen before the aircraft is in the air or while it's hovering.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBattery life is a little under three hours, which is fine considering that if you have a drone with three batteries – the number you get in the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"4befde08-a20a-4762-b510-8424b6a566cd\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Fly-More-Combo\u002Fdp\u002FB0BL3R3L45?th=1\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Fly More Combo pack\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E – you'll be lucky to get an hour and a half. Anyone who's been drone flying for any length of time knows that when you're not flying, you're charging your stuff.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"eb2a262c-9415-44f5-a265-ba39be3a4b76\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThese goggles are comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"These goggles are comfortable.\" data-image-filename=\"akh-goggles-small2.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F11\u002F05\" data-image-width=\"422\" data-image-height=\"636\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"enabled\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe goggles are also some of the most comfortable I've used. The fit is good and the padding around the face is nice. I had no problems wearing these for hours on end, and didn't end up with comedic marks around my eyes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoggles deliver a transformative experience. When you're in the pilot's seat, it's not just about the thrill and heart-pounding excitement; it also allows you to capture angles and shots that you might miss when staring at a screen.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDo you \u003Cem\u003Eneed\u003C\u002Fem\u003E goggles? Absolutely not! But I must admit, they're incredibly addictive. They blur the line between a real-life adventure and a video game, and if you're not careful, that excitement can push you to take unnecessary risks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fi-tested-the-new-dji-air-3s-and-its-one-of-the-best-drones-for-night-flying\u002F\"\u003EI tested the new DJI Air 3S and it's one of the best drones for night flying\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ERemember this: Your drone gets one life, and there's no option to load a previously saved game. Smash it, and it's truly game over.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThat said, the other day I had the incredible opportunity to fly the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"0b8dd1e5-0696-420f-b210-84ecaea79899\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB08JGX61H7\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Neo\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E -- DJI's smallest offering at just 135g -- over a stunning collection of classic cars and tractors at the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fangleseytransportmuseum.co.uk\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAnglesey Transport Museum\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This presented numerous challenges, from flying indoors and navigating a metal structure to soaring above vehicles that are, for all intents and purposes, priceless.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt was tricky, but the goggles helped me pull it off with style -- and without crashing into a bunch of classic cars.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@AdrianKingsleyHughes","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002F3PlX0kCMPLk?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" referrerpolicy=\\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"DJI Neo flying at Anglesey Transport Museum\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002F3PlX0kCMPLk\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"DJI Neo flying at Anglesey Transport Museum","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002F3PlX0kCMPLk\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDJI Goggles N3 will be available to buy for $229 -- estimated in late November -- from \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dji.com\u002Fgoggles-n3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDJI\u003C\u002Fa\u003E and selected outlets such as \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"36c5a9ff-2a18-4a8e-9734-9a45931f4bd1\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Amazon\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-11-15 12:30:26",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"DJI's Goggles N3 put you in the pilot seat with an ultra-wide screen and expanded field of view. 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Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"488316af-7a63-4816-9353-356d08eacd35\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"DJI Avata 2 FPV drone\" data-image-filename=\"img-9362.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003EZDNET's key takeaways\u003C\u002Fh3\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"ecbcde5e-1fd8-4d8c-bd0b-b1c0e5ed3519\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Batteries-Immersive-Experience-Acrobatics\u002Fdp\u002FB0CS6HVW6P\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Avata 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is available for a starting price of $999.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EIt's a fantastic 4K drone from a company that's well ahead of the competition.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003EThe Avata 2 has a steeper learning curve than traditional drones and is not intended to capture cinematic shots.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Chr\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor me, drones are more than just gadgets; they're precision flying tools designed and built for nailing the perfect shot, be it a photograph or a video clip. Every flight is pedantically planned, ensuring that when my hands are on the controller, my thumbs are on the sticks, and the drone is in the air, I can smoothly, accurately, and calmly execute the maneuvers needed to capture that magic moment.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fi-tested-djis-smallest-and-lightest-drone-and-its-captured-things-i-had-never-seen-before\u002F\"\u003EI tested DJI's smallest and lightest drone, and it's captured things I had never seen before\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFlying the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"cb2d1f96-bb88-43ab-a079-21f0d5710772\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Batteries-Immersive-Experience-Acrobatics\u002Fdp\u002FB0CS6HVW6P\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Avata 2 FPV drone\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E has completely flipped the script for me, transforming what was previously a meticulous activity into an absolutely exhilarating ride. 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Pretty much everywhere has rules that say you must keep the drone where you can physically see it -- meaning it has to stay within your visual line of sight (VLOS). There are exceptions if you hold certain qualifications that allow you to fly beyond the visual line of sight of the drone (BVLOS), but that's not something most hobbyists will have.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fare-dji-mini-drones-now-non-compliant-for-commercial-use-faq\u002F\"\u003EAre DJI Mini drones now non-compliant for commercial use? [FAQ]\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn FPV (First-Person View) drone is like stepping into another league. You pop on a pair of goggles, and suddenly, it's as if you're sitting right in the drone, zooming through the sky.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince you're only seeing what the drone's camera sees, it's easy to lose track of everything around you. That's why most countries have rules that say you need to have a buddy -- a spotter -- to watch the drone and everything around it for you to give you a heads-up if a hazard, such as an aircraft or a person, enters the area you're flying in.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"2a517009-a988-4d67-892a-73961e288d26\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EAt under 400 grams, the DJI Avata 2 feels super lightweight, yet much more robust than standard drones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"At under 400 grams, the DJI Avata 2 feels super lightweight yet much more robust than standard drones\" data-image-filename=\"img-9370.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EDJI Avata 2 tech specs\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETakeoff Weight\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 377g\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Ascent\u002FDescent Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 6m\u002Fs in Normal mode, 9m\u002Fs in Sport mode\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Horizontal Speed\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 8m\u002Fs in Normal mode, 16m\u002Fs in Sport mode, 27m\u002Fs in Manual mode (limited to 19m\u002Fs in the EU regions)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Flight Time\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Approximately 23 minutes\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Wind Speed Resistance\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 10.7m\u002Fs (Level 5)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EInternal Storage\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 46GB with MicroSD card support up to 512GB\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EImage Sensor\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1\u002F1.3-inch image sensor\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEffective Pixels\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 12MP\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELens\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 155° field of view, equivalent to 12mm, f\u002F2.8, focus range from 0.6m to ∞\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Photo Resolution\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 4000×3000 (4∶3)\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax Video Resolution\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 4K (4∶3): 3840×2880@30\u002F50\u002F60fps\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EVideo Format and Bitrate\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: MP4 (H.264\u002FH.265) at 130Mbps\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EColor Modes\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Standard and D-Log M\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESensors\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: Downward and backward visual positioning \u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's crystal clear that DJI is to drones what Rolls Royce is to luxury cars, Lego to toys, Apple to technology, and Rolex to watches. It's the best of the best. The company is years ahead of the competition in the realm of both consumer and professional drones, consistently knocking it out of the park with innovative releases for many years. The Avata 2 is no exception.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fi-tested-the-new-dji-air-3s-and-its-one-of-the-best-drones-for-night-flying\u002F\"\u003EI tested the new DJI Air 3S and it's one of the best drones for night flying\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOver the past few weeks, I've been putting the DJI Avata 2 Fly More Combo through its paces. This kit comes with the drone, three batteries, the Motion 3 controller, and a pair of the Goggles 3. I was also sent a regular controller to use.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"7c7ad82c-d0ed-4b43-aecb-fca8f623ff66\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Avata 2, seconds before it rocketed off into the distance at close to 60 miles per hour\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Avata 2, seconds before is rocketed off into the distance at close to 60 miles per hour\" data-image-filename=\"img-9360.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite not clocking in as many hours of flight time as I would have liked -- thanks to the weather swinging wildly from rainy to windy and vice versa (I wasn't about to risk a new drone under such tricky conditions) -- I've flown it enough to get a solid sense of the quality of the drone and its accessories, to see how well the specs hold up to reality, and to get an idea of its overall flying characteristics.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEverything in the kit is exactly what I've come to expect from DJI -- top-tier quality. The drone itself feels sturdy, which was a bit of a surprise since it's not much heavier than DJI's sub-250-gram ultralight drones. The prop guards seem like they can take a hit or two, and yeah, I had to put that to the test. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"766f7dc6-8c20-40d2-acc9-e1b57574f98b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThose are some seriously beefy -- and effective -- prop guards!\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Those are some seriously beefy -- and effective -- prop guards!\" data-image-filename=\"img-9368.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGranted, I only bumped into things at fairly low speeds, but those same bumps would have literally sent another drone crashing down to Earth. Remember, this is a drone that can head off to the hills at 60 miles per hour, and no amount of protection is going to save it, so build up your skills slowly.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-drone\u002F\"\u003EThe best drones of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe camera's also in a safe spot, neatly tucked away in the drone's snout.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a82a9f4d-0fd1-4bc7-9e0e-e5db8e92a0bc\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe camera is well protected from accidental damage.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The camera is well protected from accidental damage.\" data-image-filename=\"img-9354.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Avata 2 has binocular fisheye sensors that cover both the bottom and rear views, giving it the ability to detect obstacles lurking below and behind the drone simultaneously, but these are for low-altitude and indoor flights.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Goggles 3 feel a bit odd to me, since I'm not accustomed to wearing anything like them, much less flying while decked out in them. There's also quite a bit of setup and customization involved, not to mention a pretty steep learning curve if you're aiming to make your first flight anything but your last.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fheads-up-doordash-drones-delivering-meals-in-this-us-city\u002F\"\u003EHeads up! DoorDash drones delivering meals in this U.S city\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EJust getting the hang of setting things up and mastering basic maneuvers like taking off with the goggles on requires patience. Trust me, the effort pays off big time when you land that front-row seat in the Avata 2.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3adc113f-5052-4ebe-af33-11e8011d7190\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EHere I am wearing the DJI Goggles 3 -- my mom says I look cool (no, she doesn't).\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Me wearing the DJI Goggles 3 -- my mom says I look cool (no, she doesn't)\" data-image-filename=\"img-9366.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Motion 3 controller is another fresh piece of the puzzle, and it also comes with its own learning curve. It's surprisingly intuitive and sits comfortably in your hand, with all the buttons and controls easy to navigate, even when you're sporting the goggles. Here's some advice: dive into the tutorials and maybe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dji.com\u002Fuk\u002Fdownloads\u002Fdjiapp\u002Fdji-virtual-flight-avata\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eclock in some hours on the simulator\u003C\u002Fa\u003E before you leap into high-speed flying.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a49377ac-78ca-4abf-b17a-5725d2901ff2\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Motion 3 controller is surprisingly intuitive to use, even when wearing the goggles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Motion 3 controller is surprisingly intuitive to use, even when wearing the goggles\" data-image-filename=\"img-9364.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince I know I will get a ton of questions about the battery, let's tackle the most common ones right off the bat.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst up, real-world battery life will always be a bit less than what's advertised. After taking the drone out for a few flights, I've found that the average flight time hovers at around 17 minutes.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fsamsungs-new-microsd-cards-promise-transfer-speeds-that-will-make-professionals-jump-for-joy\u002F\"\u003ESamsung's new microSD cards promise transfer speeds that will make professionals jump for joy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAnother hot topic when it comes to drone batteries is how securely they snap into the drone's body. There have been concerns about batteries detaching mid-flight in the past. Thankfully, the Avata 2's battery locks into the drone body securely, so much so I just can't imagine it popping out during a flight. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELastly, there's been some chatter among drone enthusiasts -- particularly users of the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"869324fb-2a89-47e7-854b-690e591d06b1\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Mini-Fly-More-Combo\u002Fdp\u002FB0BL3Q4M8S\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 3\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E and \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"3b0e7c33-36ab-470a-992e-ffd225bc8a3c\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Folding-Omnidirectional-Batteries-Accessories\u002Fdp\u002FB0CK8N5V63\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Mini 4 Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E -- about the plastic clips on the battery breaking. The Avata 2 features similar battery clips, but in all my years of using batteries with these clips, I've yet to encounter an issue. My advice? Handle the clips with care: give them a gentle squeeze when attaching or detaching the battery.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cfb0b711-cf62-4b75-b2bb-e383808988b1\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThis is the Avata 2 battery.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The Avata 2 battery\" data-image-filename=\"img-9371.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F04\u002F10\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFlying this drone offers an unparalleled experience. I've piloted drones through some incredible spots around the globe, from abandoned copper mines to the fiery rims of active volcanoes, but this is something else. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHaving the drone's camera feed directly into my goggles gives me a view that's second to none. It's like stepping into a video game, except it's the real world, and I'm capturing it all -- crystal clear footage in stunning 4K at 60 frames per second, just as smoothly as any action camera could.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe DJI Avata 2 is an absolute joy to fly; its precision and responsiveness are top-notch, giving pilots the confidence to really push the drone to its thrilling limits.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EZDNET's buying advice\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"082b95d8-5da3-4b99-84f5-82225c79665a\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDJI-Batteries-Immersive-Experience-Acrobatics\u002Fdp\u002FB0CS6HVW6P\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fstores\u002Fpage\u002F2ED4CE60-C1BC-43D4-8511-7544E1AAC041?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"DJI Avata 2\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E is an impressive setup, and with a starting price of $999 for the single battery combo pack, it's surprisingly competitive. That gets you the drone, goggles, and all the accessories needed to dive into the world of FPV drones.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis isn't a plug-and-play experience. Don't expect to unbox it and master it within minutes. A considerable learning curve is involved, and developing the necessary skills and hand-eye coordination to leverage this platform fully will take some time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlso, this is an FPV drone. So, if you're aiming to capture cinematic footage or doing detailed shots of buildings for a realtor, this might not be the best choice. Think of it more as a flying action camera than a traditional one. That distinction really shapes the kind of results you can expect from it.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-10-31 13:13:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"One of the company's latest FPV drones brings a sturdier design, a more intuitive controller, and a flying experience that got my heart racing.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"2ce308b1-e6c2-4561-9917-2546d74ab0ea",image:{id:"2a517009-a988-4d67-892a-73961e288d26",filename:"img-9370.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-04-10 10:58:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"GOTRAX 4 electric scooter",credits:"GOTRAX",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F04\u002F10\u002F2a517009-a988-4d67-892a-73961e288d26\u002Fimg-9370.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1600,height:900,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Innovation^Transportation",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"i-tested-djis-avata-2-and-its-the-fastest-most-immersive-drone-ive-ever-flown",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"I tested DJI's Avata 2, and it's the fastest, most immersive drone I've ever flown",topic:{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"972fc09a-0553-4863-854d-3d98942e4f6f",slug:"mobile-accessories",name:"Mobile Accessories",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"2c87ef21-10d6-11e4-9732-00505685119a",username:"jperlow",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Jason",lastName:"Perlow",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0",filename:"jason-perlow.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:08:37",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F8ee616a1-94ee-439e-9574-58f014ae5ef0\u002Fjason-perlow.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Jason Perlow is a technologist with over two decades of experience integrating large heterogeneous multi-vendor computing environments in Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EOwning an electric vehicle (EV) offers numerous benefits, and charging it at home significantly enhances convenience and savings. A personal EV charger allows you to recharge at your own pace, avoid crowded public stations, and take advantage of lower electricity rates during off-peak hours. While most EVs come with a basic Level 1 charger that plugs into a standard 120V household outlet and adds around 3-5 miles of range per hour, this method, commonly called \"trickle charging,\" isn't the most practical long-term solution for regular use. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor faster, more efficient charging, a Level 2 charger -- which operates on a 240V circuit -- can boost your charging speed, adding between 30-60 miles of range per hour, depending on your EV's capabilities and the charger's output. Installing a Level 2 charger may require the help of an electrician to set up the appropriate 240V circuit. Still, it is a worthwhile investment for EV owners who want to optimize their charging experience.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E What are the best home EV chargers right now?  \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe tested every home EV charger on this list to evaluate durability, power output, ease of installation, app features, and connectivity options. Our pick for the best home EV charger overall is the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"463fac72-85f6-4a6f-961d-158145bb3855\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FEVIQO-Level-EV-Charger-Chargers\u002Fdp\u002FB0BZRTD9VS\u002F\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"EVIQO Home Charger\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E, which balances performance, durability, and affordability. Its 48-amp output, weatherproof design, and reliable app make it suitable for most users.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's important to note that while most chargers feature the universal J1772 connector, compatible with all current EVs (including Tesla models with an adapter), some newer cars -- such as models from Hyundai, Genesis, and KIA -- now come equipped with the NACS connector. If your vehicle uses NACS, be sure to consult the charger manufacturer prior to purchase about available cabling kit upgrades or adapter options to ensure compatibility with your EV. All chargers we recommend are designed for homes with a 240V circuit and are fully compatible with the US market. Read on for the rest of our picks.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E Best home EV chargers of 2024 \u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"339cd1bc-2900-4f28-b5b3-430e1d06d0db\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe EVIQO Home Charger is our top pick for its combination of high performance, durability, and affordability. With its 48-amp output, this charger can efficiently charge most EVs, adding significant range in just a few hours. It features a robust IP67 weatherproof rating, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor installations, even in challenging weather conditions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe charger comes with a 25-foot cable, offering flexibility for various parking setups. While not as sophisticated as some competitors, its accompanying app still provides essential features such as scheduling, real-time monitoring, charge cost estimation and session history, and remote control over charging sessions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe EVIQO charger stands out due to its price and performance balance. It's highly durable, reliable, and priced lower than many other premium chargers, offering excellent value. 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However, some users have noted that the app's many features can take time to learn, and the interface might feel a bit more complex compared to simpler apps like ChargePoint's.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEmporia Smart Home EV Charge f\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Eeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EAmperage:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E48 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWarranty:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Three years |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003ECable length:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 24 feet |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDurability: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EWeatherproof&nbsp;|&nbsp;Wi-Fi enabled\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Emporia Smart Home EV Charger\" data-superlative=\"Best home EV charger for smart home integration\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"gempages-479486453441626933-607831e7-101e-4625-877e-237f2a8b78ef","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Emporia\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"27d4a1f8-b1b4-4b62-89a5-9b60ecdd9506","title":"emporia","filename":"emporia.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F17\u002F27d4a1f8-b1b4-4b62-89a5-9b60ecdd9506\u002Femporia.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":47259,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2024-10-17 16:40:48","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2024-10-17 16:40:53","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Emporia\u002FZDNET","alt":"emporia","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"27d4a1f8-b1b4-4b62-89a5-9b60ecdd9506","imageAltText":"gempages-479486453441626933-607831e7-101e-4625-877e-237f2a8b78ef","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Emporia\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"emporia.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2024\u002F10\u002F17","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Emporia\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fgp\u002Faw\u002Fd\u002FB09ZNN3JB7?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fgp\u002Faw\u002Fd\u002FB09ZNN3JB7","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fgp\u002Faw\u002Fd\u002FB09ZNN3JB7?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"~Excellent energy monitoring capabilities ~Integrates seamlessly with smart home systems ~Affordable compared to other smart chargers ~Easy to install.\" data-dislike=\"~App lacks a polished user interface compared to premium competitors\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e431726d-56c4-44c9-a20b-5828416b67e1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Autel MaxiCharger Business is a powerful and versatile home EV charger that offers up to 50 amps, delivering fast and efficient charging for most electric vehicles. 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Factors such as how you plan to install the charger, the power requirements of your vehicle, and your budget will determine which charger is the best fit for you.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChoose the best home EV charger for your needs:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable\u003E\u003Cthead\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Cth\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECharger\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fth\u003E\u003Cth\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhy Choose It\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fth\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Fthead\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEVIQO Home Charger\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for overall ease of use, durability, and price. It offers a 48-amp output, weatherproof design, and competitive pricing.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EChargePoint Home Flex\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for brand recognition and advanced app features. Offers up to 50 amps, integrates with Alexa, and is compatible with most EVs.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGrizzl-E Ultimate 48A\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for harsh weather and outdoor durability. Features rugged, weatherproof construction, Wi-Fi control, and a 48-amp output.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEmporia Smart Home EV Charger\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for smart home integration. Provides advanced energy monitoring and works with Alexa and Google Assistant.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAutel MaxiCharger Home\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for versatility. With 50-amp output, flexible installation options (hardwired or plug-in), and 4G connectivity for remote locations.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETesla Wall Connector\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003EBest for Tesla owners. Seamless integration with Tesla vehicles, 48-amp charging, and weatherproof design for outdoor installations.\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEach of these chargers has strengths depending on your setup, whether it's advanced smart home integration, budget-friendly options, or handling tough weather conditions. Choose the charger that aligns with your specific installation, power, and budget requirements.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which home EV charger is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"b8390967-2fd7-46ef-91a1-20ca1c5ac27a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWe personally tested every home EV charger model on our list, gaining hands-on experience to thoroughly evaluate each charger's performance. Our selections were made based on their durability, power output, ease of installation, app features, and connectivity options. Alongside our own testing, we conducted extensive research into the product category by examining user and expert reviews. We also consulted with automotive experts, electrical engineers, and other professionals in the field to ensure we chose the best home EV chargers available right now.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these home EV chargers?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"ae617064-4a30-468b-9375-39c577df83e1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen deciding which home EV charger will be best for you, consider the following:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELevel 1 vs. Level 2 charging, and your home electrical system\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere are two types of chargers that you can buy: Level 1 and Level 2. Level 1 chargers operate on a power supply of 120 volts, while Level 2 chargers operate at 240 volts. You can use a Level 2 charger for faster charging, but that will require a special outlet that you will need to install in your home. (All of the chargers on this list are Level 2.)\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhen installing a home EV charger, evaluating your home's electrical system is crucial, as it plays a key role in determining what type of charger and installation your home can support. Many of the chargers listed in this article offer selective amperage settings, meaning that even though they are advertised as providing up to 48A or 50A output, they can often be adjusted to lower outputs, such as 40A or 32A, to better align with your electrical system's capacity.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor Level 2 chargers, there are specific breaker requirements based on the amperage:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E38A-40A chargers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;require a&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E50A breaker\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E. The National Electrical Code (NEC) mandates that the breaker must support&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E125%\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;of the charger's maximum load to provide a safety margin for continuous operation.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E48A-50A chargers\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;typically require a&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E60A breaker\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E, but in some instances, a&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003E70A breaker\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;may be needed to ensure proper safety overhead.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince many chargers offer selectable amperage settings, they can be configured to work with different electrical setups. For example, a charger capable of 48A output can run at 40A or 32A if your home's electrical panel can't support the higher amperage. However, chargers offering higher output (48A-50A) generally require hardwiring rather than using a NEMA socket to comply with safety and electrical standards.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt's critical to consult a licensed electrician to assess whether your electrical panel can accommodate your selected charger. If your panel lacks the necessary capacity, upgrading your electrical system may be required before installation. This could involve installing new wiring, dedicated breaker boxes, or weatherproof components for outdoor setups. Evaluating these factors will ensure safe and efficient operation of your home EV charger.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAdditional costs &amp; utility programs\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile many local power companies offer EV charger programs that include a charger and basic installation services, these programs may not cover more complex or costly installations. In older homes or homes requiring significant upgrades, installation costs can quickly exceed the charger's price. For example, suppose your home has an outdated electrical panel or lacks the necessary infrastructure. In that case, you might need additional wiring (such as NEMA 6-50), a weatherproof box, and a dedicated dual breaker box. Additionally, any work done outside may require an inspection to ensure compliance with updated local safety laws, such as proper grounding.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUtility-backed programs often cover only basic installations, leaving homeowners responsible for any significant electrical upgrades. Before committing to any program or installation, getting a detailed quote for the entire scope of the work is advisable, especially for older homes or more complex setups.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBy comparing the full costs of utility-backed programs with the option of purchasing and installing a charger independently, you can make a more informed decision and ensure you're prepared for all potential costs, not just those covered by the program.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWeatherproofing\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you plan on using your home EV charger outdoors, you will want to be sure that it is weather-resistant for added protection.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESmart technology\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe best home EV chargers include smart technology, which allows you to use Bluetooth and even Alexa connections to control your unit.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECost\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHome EV chargers come at a variety of price points, so you can find one that fits into your budget.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing a home EV charger\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EFAQs on home EV chargers\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"4c1ebcb6-8146-41fa-96a8-7bbecb14dc9f\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ECharging your EV is more complicated if you don't have a private garage or other secure space to install your charger. The complications increase exponentially if you live in an apartment building or condo with shared parking areas and no way to access your electric meter. For those situations, your best bet is to petition your apartment management or condo HOA to install shared chargers that can be billed using an app. Tesla has some good options and \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tesla.com\u002Fsites\u002Fdefault\u002Ffiles\u002Fsupport\u002Fhome-charging-installation\u002Fletter-requesting-approval-charging-installation.docx" target="_blank"\u003Esample letter\u003C\u002Fa\u003E you can send to your skeptical managers or condo board to speed up the process.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How do I charge an EV if I live in an apartment?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"04337606-4a2f-487e-8c8a-dc1b91c9105e\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt's tempting to skip the cost and hassle of installing a charger for your new electric vehicle at home, but in the long run, it's worth it. Not only is it more convenient to plug your car in overnight and wake up to a full battery every day, but it's also more affordable.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor instance, my average electric rate at home in South Florida is $0.10 per kWh. The last time I used a public charger, such as at Electrify America, I paid over $0.40 per kWh. That's nearly four times the cost, which is more affordable than gas but much more than what I pay at home.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Why should I install an EV charger at home?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"03b581a2-d11d-40ee-9d04-4ac71f17036d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EInvesting in a Level 2 EV charger for your home will undoubtedly provide faster, more convenient, and more efficient charging for your electric vehicle. Choosing an EV charger with above-average ranges is crucial for getting the most out of your investment, as it will have batteries with the highest capacities. Charging your EV for eight hours will add about 200 miles of range (25 miles per hour, or 9 kWh) at 39A.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is a Level 2 EV charger worth it?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"052d00b0-17d7-4ad0-b64a-d87c22f90f82\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003ELevel 3 EV chargers, also known as Fast Chargers, can charge up your EV to full capacity in under an hour. However, they aren't typically practical to have at home, since their installation and maintenance fees are higher. Choosing a Level 2 charger for your home is the most common option for EV owners.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is it possible to install a Level 3 charger at home?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2050571\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Recommends\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F12922153-5c9c-495e-a36a-5dbbc9302a9f\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch3\u003E \t\u003Cbr\u003E \u003C\u002Fh3\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-10-17 16:44:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"We tested the best home EV chargers for your electric vehicle based on amperage, durability, and smart features, to help you choose the right one.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"a0503340-9e41-41aa-9ab0-2279ecf2c8d5",image:{id:"5ee9511d-1d3a-4beb-bfdd-65384b1965cd",filename:"gettyimages-1461174852.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-10-17 16:34:02",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"EV charger plugged into a car and glowing green",credits:"boonchai wedmakawand\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F10\u002F17\u002F5ee9511d-1d3a-4beb-bfdd-65384b1965cd\u002Fgettyimages-1461174852.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:8192,height:5464,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"best-list",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office^Energy",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:"The best home EV chargers: Expert tested",section:b,slug:"best-home-ev-charger",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"The best home EV chargers of 2024: Expert tested",topic:{id:"55d90575-4c61-4cd3-ba0c-d0b89abf0d85",slug:"energy",name:"Energy",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"55d90575-4c61-4cd3-ba0c-d0b89abf0d85",slug:"energy",name:"Energy",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0250d02c-82bc-4633-a98c-15bf50d096b6",slug:"electric-vehicles",name:"Electric Vehicles",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9603e2cf-f3e9-423d-aa68-46a321d855ba",slug:"power-banks-and-batteries",name:"Power banks and batteries",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"9841d7c0-1be2-42d4-963b-3d0c080290bc",slug:"tech",name:"Tech",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"f1f7db06-c6f9-4e80-8187-60ad48f035a1",slug:"zdnet-recommends",name:"ZDNET Recommends",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"f2d97ea2-8175-11e2-9d12-0018fe8a00b0",username:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Adrian",lastName:"Kingsley-Hughes",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2",filename:"adrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 14:59:32",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002F11c625de-cb18-4e3f-8614-5010553831f2\u002Fadrian-kingsley-hughes.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes is an internationally published technology author who has devoted over two decades to helping users get the most from technology -- whether that be by learning to program, building a PC from a pile of parts, or helping them get the most from their new MP3 player or digital camera. Adrian has authored\u002Fco-authored technical books on a variety of topics, ranging from programming to building and maintaining PCs. His most recent books include 'Build the Ultimate Custom PC', 'Beginning Programming' and 'The PC Doctor's Fix It Yourself Guide'. He has also written training manuals that have been used by a number of Fortune 500 companies.",profile:c,title:"Senior Contributing Editor",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"44edb436-509e-4d35-b719-0f0993a0c367\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Hand holding the unplugged BlueDriver dongle\" data-image-filename=\"img-7585.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-crop=\"1296x898+0+372\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"1728\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECar troubles are never fun.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut information is power and can mean the difference between your car being off the road for several days while you wait for repairs or potentially being able to do a quick fix yourself and get back on the road fast. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EModern cars are good at knowing when something is wrong and will usually switch on the dreaded check engine light to warn you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fhow-to-build-a-winter-emergency-kit\u002F\"\u003EHow to build a winter emergency kit (and why you should)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBut what causes this light to be illuminated? \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow, you can find out before you even go to the mechanic. With the right tool, your smartphone can talk to your car and tell you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEnter the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"618165a6-1f53-427d-9b43-b2e10f325299\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS\" data-monetized-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"BlueDriver Pro\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E. It is perfect for those who want to diagnose what's up with their car, and today it is currently priced at $119. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"2e55b63f-d0ab-41ed-aefb-7a6a60ae4ede\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIt's easy to use, packed with features, and requires no subscription.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Lemur Vehicle Monitors BlueDriver Pro\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"2022-08-16-12-29-11","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"c2c35345-1714-4b68-ac38-6352071c0852","title":"2022-08-16-12-29-11","filename":"2022-08-16-12-29-11.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F16\u002Fc2c35345-1714-4b68-ac38-6352071c0852\u002F2022-08-16-12-29-11.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":155136,"width":1296,"height":989,"dateCreated":{"date":"2022-08-16 11:29:41","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2022-08-16 11:29:44","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":null,"alt":"2022-08-16-12-29-11","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"c2c35345-1714-4b68-ac38-6352071c0852","imageAltText":"2022-08-16-12-29-11","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"2022-08-16-12-29-11.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2022\u002F08\u002F16","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":989,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-linktext=\"Buy now \" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS","url":""}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003ENote\u003C\u002Fem\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003E: I've had my BlueDriver dongle for a few years, and the newer versions look a little different, but functionally they are the same.\u003C\u002Fem\u003E \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis is a tiny Bluetooth dongle by Lemur Vehicle Monitors is an OBD2 diagnostic scan tool and code reader that connects to the car's On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port and can be used to read trouble codes and also view live data about your car's engine, transmission, and other systems. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe process is really simple. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou buy the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"1dc9cc8f-e0c6-4c06-8d6f-fc24e7571c57\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FBlueDriver-Bluetooth-Professional-iPhone-Android\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"BlueDriver\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E dongle, download the app for iOS or Android, pair it with your smartphone, and then plug it into your car's OBD port and start reading data. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fmy-5-must-have-gadgets-for-off-grid-adventures\u002F\"\u003EMy 5 must-have gadgets for off-grid adventures\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe first hurdle that many people have is finding their car's OBD port. It's usually under the dashboard or glovebox. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf you can't find it, you can check your owner's manual, or Google for the answer. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHere I'm connecting the BlueDriver to a 2021 Kia Stonic. This car doesn't have any problems (at present!) but I'll use it as an example for this review. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst I play \"Hunt the OBD port.\" \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"3cafeb53-34ba-4339-bb7f-ea6a7e0f9153\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EHunt the OBD port... oooh, a clue.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Panel with inset letters saying Fuse OBD next to the hood lift button\" data-image-filename=\"img-7572.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere it is! \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"5cfb4c78-b9d7-4d5c-9b13-5f2ae413f7d7\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThere it is.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"The OBD panel open, showing a wide port\" data-image-filename=\"img-7574.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the port found, I connect the BlueDriver to the port. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"7213337e-073d-4d73-bd24-9c23c88bfe71\" data-size=\"original\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe BlueDriver dongle plugged into the OBD port.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"BlueDriver dongle connected to the OBD port\" data-image-filename=\"img-7575.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"972\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow I can switch to the app and start to gather data. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"287913e5-1702-4673-b75a-2b5344248dda\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe BlueDriver app.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"BlueDriver app showing data options\" data-image-filename=\"img-7576.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELive Data can give access to a whole raft of information about the car's systems. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d4871e15-5335-4ec5-ab29-9aa68603d292\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe BlueDriver Live Data options.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"BlueDriver Live Data showing more than a dozen options\" data-image-filename=\"img-7578.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe app allows you to graph the data in various ways. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a53c2a47-f289-4be7-b2e7-55bd99e471a9\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EGraphing Live Data.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Graphing Live Data\" data-image-filename=\"img-7581.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c5a9c93a-433f-4591-b626-b1c805cfb1d5\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003ELive Data in action.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"A GIF of Live Data with numbers changing and readout lines spiking\" data-image-filename=\"rpreplay-final1660643568-1.gif\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F17\" data-image-width=\"444\" data-image-height=\"960\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIf the car has the check engine light illuminated, the BlueDriver software can show you what the trouble code is, and beyond that, it can tell give you information on when the car gave that warning, called Freeze Frame data -- valuable information when trying to diagnose a problem. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d175d368-2871-485d-9566-5b243f69d2e4\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EFreeze Frame would show this data if there had been an incident.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"List of Freeze Frame stats like Engine Coolant Temperature\" data-image-filename=\"img-7584.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA powerful feature of the BlueDriver Pro is that you get free updates, and there's no subscription to pay to access your car's information. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"c4c1bacb-f941-454b-b719-5e7d45b4ac0b\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EChecking for updates to the BlueDriver. Note that it must be plugged into a parked vehicle.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"BlueDriver update instructions\" data-image-filename=\"img-7583.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can also get access to repair reports detailing possible fixes for trouble codes, but this feature does not seem to be available in the UK so I haven't been able to test it, although \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bluedriver.com\u002Fsites\u002Fdefault\u002Ffiles\u002F2018-07\u002FSample-BlueDriver-Repair-Report_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ehere is an example of the report generated\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. (PDF) \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA BlueDriver dongle can also give you information on how to reset the oil light on your dashboard (after you've changed the oil, not just to make the light go away!), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), or the battery light. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"d425d649-0cba-42a0-9c41-4b5628b337f6\" data-size=\"medium\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe service information screen.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Screenshot by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"Service information screen showing three options\" data-image-filename=\"img-7586.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2022\u002F08\u002F16\" data-image-width=\"400\" data-image-height=\"865\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOh, and don't forget to unplug your BlueDriver when you're done! \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"commercepromo\" data-id=\"ae6a2ce2-2c7a-48d1-beaa-d2d84623b5ef\" data-edition=\"us\" data-hed=\"Lemur BlueDriver Pro OBD2 tool\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"","imageData":{"id":"4128ee33-2bb7-4ebb-8b02-02702d5da3b8","filename":"209.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2020\u002F11\u002F04\u002F4128ee33-2bb7-4ebb-8b02-02702d5da3b8\u002F209.jpg","dateCreated":{"date":"2020-11-04 15:55:26","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false},"uuid":"4128ee33-2bb7-4ebb-8b02-02702d5da3b8","imageFilename":"209.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2020\u002F11\u002F04"}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-offer=\"{"id":"93416f0a-d9bf-4894-bf86-a6305c5e25be","slug":"lemur-bluedriver","label":"Lemur BlueDriver","edition":["US","ES"],"imageId":"","imgWidth":null,"imgHeight":null,"objectType":"content_product_series","typeLabel":"Series","imgUrl":null,"icon":""}\" data-offerurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS\" data-offerprice=\"95\" data-offermerchant=\"Amazon\" data-monetizedurl=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fdp\u002FB00652G4TS?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"93416f0a-d9bf-4894-bf86-a6305c5e25be","name":"Lemur BlueDriver","slug":"lemur-bluedriver","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"PRISM","mod":1728728430218,"displayDate":"Sat Oct 12 2024 11:20:30 GMT+0100 (British Summer Time)"}\" data-usemonetization=\"true\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EI have access to several different scan tools for cars, and I choose Lemur's BlueDriver often. It's quick and easy to use, and I can keep it in the glovebox so I'm ready to diagnose any problems I come across in my car or for my friends and family. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003E FAQs\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F47b1617b-799d-4263-9878-ccc4bc00d4b9\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-10-12 10:20:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Lemur Vehicle Monitors doesn't promise to end car troubles, but its BlueDriver Pro diagnostic dongle can make them easier to figure out.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"51db432f-97d2-4610-ba3a-fd50fcb9ffcb",image:{id:"7907d8a3-fa36-40f8-be81-0925d56a5999",filename:"06869342.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-16 11:00:52",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"BlueDriver Bluetooth dongle",credits:"Adrian Kingsley-Hughes",caption:"\u003Cp\u003EBlueDriver Bluetooth dongle\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F16\u002F7907d8a3-fa36-40f8-be81-0925d56a5999\u002F06869342.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1296,height:858,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"product-promo",hubTopicPathString:"Home & Office",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"this-bluetooth-dongle-will-diagnose-your-check-engine-light",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"This Bluetooth dongle will diagnose your check engine light",topic:{id:"a1897105-61bd-4610-abb3-4804906d4a9a",slug:"home-and-office",name:"Home & Office",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"a1897105-61bd-4610-abb3-4804906d4a9a",slug:"home-and-office",name:"Home & Office",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"fffab326-d9a6-4491-aadb-e18e8e906d5f",username:"cecadenas",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Cesar",lastName:"Cadenas",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"73d84d86-ff96-42ac-9c31-eef4cc1750a4",filename:"1608345669637.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-07-21 15:02:50",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F07\u002F21\u002F73d84d86-ff96-42ac-9c31-eef4cc1750a4\u002F1608345669637.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Cesar Cadenas has been writing about the tech industry for several years now specializing in consumer electronics, entertainment devices, Windows, and generative AIs. But he's also passionate about smartphones, GPUs, and cybersecurity.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"887e24d1-0307-42b8-b080-f77e9b67e817\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"AAWireless\" data-image-alt-text=\"AAWireless\" data-image-filename=\"aawireless-two-adapter.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F10\u002F02\" data-image-width=\"1600\" data-image-height=\"900\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAcross various online forums, you'll find plenty of praise for the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aawireless.io\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAAWireless dongle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E. This Bluetooth device allows you to connect your smartphone to your car's Android Auto platform wirelessly. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.reddit.com\u002Fr\u002FAndroidAuto\u002Fcomments\u002F1e01357\u002Fcurrent_best_aa_wireless_dongle\u002F#link={\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOne Reddit user\u003C\u002Fa\u003E enjoys its speed and reliability, while a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ttforum.co.uk\u002Fthreads\u002Faawireless-io-highly-recommended-android-auto-solution.2029592\u002F#link={\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ETT Forum user\u003C\u002Fa\u003E likes its ease of operation.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENow there's good news for car owners: The developer behind the AAWireless has announced a new model -- the aptly named \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aawireless.io\u002Farticle\u002Faawireless-two-the-wireless-android-auto-adapter-with-multifunctional-button-out-on-october-20th\"\u003EAAWireless TWO\u003C\u002Fa\u003E.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fandroid-automotive-receives-new-qol-update-including-support-for-bluetooth-headphones\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAndroid Automotive receives new QOL update, including support for Bluetooth headphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe first thing you'll notice about the new model is that the revamped adapter looks quite different from the older version. No longer a square-shaped block, the new dongle has been shrunk by 30 percent to a slimmer rectangular design. At a glance, the AAWireless TWO almost resembles a USB drive.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt also has a multifunctional button on the front with an LED light around the edge. According to the company, this button is used to \"perform actions like pairing a phone [or] switching between phones.\" Also, the new dongle -- which works with a recently updated AAWireless app -- enables you to change the button's function -- for example, to have it disable connections instead. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe button's full capabilities are unknown apart from the given examples, although ZDNET did reach out to the company for additional information.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThere is some bad news: Wireless \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-carplay-is-getting-an-upgrade-here-are-the-coolest-features-announced-at-wwdc-2024\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECarPlay\u003C\u002Fa\u003E will not be supported. Chiel Prins, chief technology officer at AAWireless, said the team could not get CarPlay working on the new device. The developers must create \"a different hardware design\" before \"implementing adequate… support.\" CarPlay will remain a permanent beta feature on the first AAWireless model.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-hackers-could-have-remotely-controlled-millions-of-cars\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow hackers could have remotely controlled millions of cars\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFortunately, the company is working on a \"TWO Plus\" adapter that will support both CarPlay and Android Auto; however, it won't be available until Q1 2025. iPhone owners interested in the dongle may want to wait until next year.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe AAWireless TWO will launch on October 20 in the US at $64.99 and be sold exclusively on Amazon. Pre-orders are unavailable, but you can sign up for an \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.aawireless.io\u002Fpre-order-aawireless-two\"\u003Eemail list\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to receive notifications when the dongle goes on sale.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-10-03 19:34:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"The AAWireless TWO is now smarter and more customizable - but only for Android users. 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But he's also passionate about smartphones, GPUs, and cybersecurity.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cfd67dc0-50e6-4379-8d4e-68a85aac926b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Sjoerd van der Wal\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"kiacargettyimages-1199701120\" data-image-filename=\"kiacargettyimages-1199701120.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F09\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"683\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECar owners, are you sitting down? Cybersecurity researchers recently reported a flaw in a website -- operated by automaker Kia -- that enabled them to remotely control key functions of millions of cars.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe full report, published on the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsamcurry.net\u002Fhacking-kia\"\u003Epersonal blog\u003C\u002Fa\u003E of Sam Curry -- one of the researchers -- offers a timeline of how the team discovered the exploit and how they managed to utilize it to break into cars. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fandroid-automotive-receives-new-qol-update-including-support-for-bluetooth-headphones\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAndroid Automotive receives new QOL update, including support for Bluetooth headphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn June, the researchers found vulnerabilities affecting \"Kia vehicles that allowed remote control over key functions using only a license plate.\" Their report reveals they were able to remotely track a car's location, unlock its doors, honk the horn, and start the engine. On certain Kia models, they were even able to activate the camera from a distance. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.wired.com\u002Fstory\u002Fkia-web-vulnerability-vehicle-hack-track\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eresearchers told Wired\u003C\u002Fa\u003E this exploit was accessed through a \"flaw in a web portal operated\" by Kia, which gave the team access to all of the internet-based features in the manufacturer's cars.  \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECurry posted a YouTube video that showed him hacking into a 2022 Kia EV6 with a custom app called KIAtool. He first enters the car's license plate number and US state to obtain its VIN (vehicle identification number). Once all data is obtained, Curry goes to the Garage tab, hits \"Unlock\", and presto -- the doors are open.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn addition to providing access to controlling vehicles, the web portal flaw also gave hackers a ton of personal information about Kia customers, including names, phone numbers, home addresses, and \"past driving routes.\"\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"youtube_video\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-oembed=\"{"author_name":"Sam Curry","author_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F@samcurry1228","height":113,"html":"\u003Ciframe width=\\"200\\" height=\\"113\\" src=\\"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002Fembed\\\u002FjMHFCpQdZyg?autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;fs=1&amp;start=0&amp;rel=1&amp;feature=oembed\\" frameborder=\\"0\\" allow=\\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\\" referrerpolicy=\\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\\" allowfullscreen title=\\"Kiatool Demo\\"\u003E\u003C\\\u002Fiframe\u003E","provider_name":"YouTube","provider_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fwww.youtube.com\\\u002F","thumbnail_height":360,"thumbnail_url":"https:\\\u002F\\\u002Fi.ytimg.com\\\u002Fvi\\\u002FjMHFCpQdZyg\\\u002Fhqdefault.jpg","thumbnail_width":480,"title":"Kiatool Demo","type":"video","version":"1.0","width":200}\" data-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FjMHFCpQdZyg\" data-autoplay=\"false\" data-loop=\"false\" data-start=\"0\" data-fs=\"true\" data-rel=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe researchers informed Kia about the website vulnerability, which has since been patched. Kia said the flaw was never used maliciously and KIAtool was never released to the general public.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESo it's a happy ending, right? Not really. Additional override exploits have been unearthed previously on other car brands, including Honda, Nissan, Mercedes, Hyundai, BMW, and Ferrari. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fthe-nsa-advises-you-to-turn-off-your-phone-once-a-week-heres-why\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe NSA advises you to turn off your phone once a week - here's why\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"cfd67dc0-50e6-4379-8d4e-68a85aac926b\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Sjoerd van der Wal\u002FGetty Images\" data-image-alt-text=\"kiacargettyimages-1199701120\" data-image-filename=\"kiacargettyimages-1199701120.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F09\u002F26\" data-image-width=\"1024\" data-image-height=\"683\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECurry's team also found a similar flaw on Toyota's web portal. Toyota was made aware of the problem and quickly patched it. It's great to see such swift action, but the problem is when there's one bug, there are always a lot more out there. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUnfortunately, there isn't much the average car owner can do; carmakers need to make security a top priority. I strongly recommend installing any available software patches to ensure your vehicle has the best protection possible. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"f4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Ff4d94663-01b2-4ea8-a4e9-0c2de20833c7\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-09-26 21:08:27",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"A website flaw - since patched - enabled these researchers to remotely track a car's location, unlock its doors, honk the horn, and start the engine.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"2974d40d-9c32-42db-b4a3-cbed79b237bb",image:{id:"cfd67dc0-50e6-4379-8d4e-68a85aac926b",filename:"kiacargettyimages-1199701120.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-09-26 20:42:10",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"kiacargettyimages-1199701120",credits:"Sjoerd van der Wal\u002FGetty Images",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F09\u002F26\u002Fcfd67dc0-50e6-4379-8d4e-68a85aac926b\u002Fkiacargettyimages-1199701120.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1024,height:683,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Security",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"how-hackers-could-have-remotely-controlled-millions-of-cars",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"How hackers could have remotely controlled millions of cars",topic:{id:"113c25b6-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"security",name:"Security",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"113c25b6-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"security",name:"Security",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:"0feec2d0-ec91-11e3-95d2-02911863765e",slug:"big-data",name:"Big Data",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"96093490-341e-45e4-b27a-bf297aa2c5bb",slug:"services-software",name:"Services & Software",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"fffab326-d9a6-4491-aadb-e18e8e906d5f",username:"ccadenas",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Cesar",lastName:"Cadenas",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"73d84d86-ff96-42ac-9c31-eef4cc1750a4",filename:"1608345669637.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2023-07-21 15:02:50",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F07\u002F21\u002F73d84d86-ff96-42ac-9c31-eef4cc1750a4\u002F1608345669637.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Cesar Cadenas has been writing about the tech industry for several years now specializing in consumer electronics, entertainment devices, Windows, and generative AIs. But he's also passionate about smartphones, GPUs, and cybersecurity.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"56b3c87b-27dd-4d82-959e-b91d08fb3277\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Charlie Osborne\u002FZDNET\" data-image-alt-text=\"android auto display\" data-image-filename=\"p.jpg\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F03\u002F22\" data-image-width=\"1296\" data-image-height=\"720\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAndroid Automotive OS (AAOS), a special version of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-android-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAndroid\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for cars, is receiving an update that introduces several new features. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsource.android.com\u002Fdocs\u002Fautomotive\u002Fstart\u002Freleases\u002Faaos-24q3\"\u003EVersion 24Q3\u003C\u002Fa\u003E affects many different aspects of the system, but we'll cover the most impactful areas.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-android-phone\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best Android phones you can buy\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENew options are being added to a vehicle's sound system to improve the overall experience. You'll have the option to choose a specific audio configuration for \"dynamic output devices\". This feature extends beyond smartphones, as \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Ftopic\u002Fgoogle\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGoogle\u003C\u002Fa\u003E gives users the ability to connect \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-headphones\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBluetooth headphones\u003C\u002Fa\u003E to AAOS for the first time.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe company states you can connect by going to the Audio Settings menu and selecting Audio Output Device. Keep in mind that \"only one media or audio stream can be active over Bluetooth at a time\".\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf course, we don't recommend wearing headphones while driving. This feature appears meant for passengers who want entertainment while on the road. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENext, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have the option to support different \"crossover fade configurations\" for when songs change as well as \"define minimum and maximum volume levels\". Now, the audio won't be too quiet or loud when you turn on the speakers.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fhow-to-enable-uwb-on-android-and-why-you-should-your-car-is-one-reason\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHow to enable UWB on Android - and why you should (your car is one reason)\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAndroid Automotive 24Q3 also adds \"Wi-Fi hotspot persistence\", letting you keep a vehicle's mobile hotspot in between drives. This setup is better than re-establishing the connection when you enter your car.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EGoogle isn't stopping there, as the company is implementing changes to IVI (in-vehicle infotainment) screens. The dock will allow users to pin their favorite apps to the system's user interface. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn \"ambient view\" is being added, too. Judging from the description, this view operates similarly to \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fgoogle-these-android-phones-will-get-new-ambient-mode-when-charging\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAmbient Mode on Android\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, which turns a smartphone into a digital photo frame of sorts. The media displayed on an IVI touchscreen depends on the OEM. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fapple-carplay-is-getting-an-upgrade-here-are-the-coolest-features-announced-at-wwdc-2024\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EApple CarPlay is getting an upgrade\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe other new features probably wouldn't be interesting to the average user. The features are mostly developer tools. It's unclear when Version 24Q3 will roll out, although we did reach out to Google for more information.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002F635210bb-41ff-11e4-b6a0-d4ae52e95e57\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-09-17 09:56:59",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Android Automotive gains some much-needed features to improve your audio experience on the road.",filterKey:c,filterLabel:c,genreGroups:c,icon:b,nodeId:b,subCategory:c,id:"cc71e008-dd7b-4cc0-8cd1-a407fcce1aee",image:{id:"56b3c87b-27dd-4d82-959e-b91d08fb3277",filename:"p.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2024-03-22 09:03:10",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:"android auto display",credits:"ZDNET | Charlie Osborne",caption:"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E",path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2024\u002F03\u002F22\u002F56b3c87b-27dd-4d82-959e-b91d08fb3277\u002Fp.jpg",cropGravity:o,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:1296,height:720,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},label:b,metaData:{typeTitle:"news",hubTopicPathString:"Tech^Services & Software^Operating Systems^Mobile OS^Android",relatedItems:[]},name:b,promoTitle:b,section:b,slug:"android-automotive-receives-new-qol-update-including-support-for-bluetooth-headphones",startYear:c,summary:b,title:"Android Automotive receives new QOL update, including support for Bluetooth headphones",topic:{id:"b0fb3d1e-3e24-473d-9325-eaaf1980f7c7",slug:"android",name:"Android",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},topics:[{id:"b0fb3d1e-3e24-473d-9325-eaaf1980f7c7",slug:"android",name:"Android",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:a,topicPath:[]},{id:i,slug:"transportation",name:"Transportation",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"96093490-341e-45e4-b27a-bf297aa2c5bb",slug:"services-software",name:"Services & Software",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]},{id:"b0fb3d1e-3e24-473d-9325-eaaf1980f7c7",slug:"android",name:"Android",typeName:"content_topic",uuid:b,primary:d,topicPath:[]}],hubTopicPathString:c,type:"content_article",typeName:b,url:b,isSponsored:d},{author:{id:"e7582209-1d56-45da-8e5c-6d042b18e212",username:"tclemons1",profileUrl:c,email:c,firstName:"Taylor",lastName:"Clemons",jobTitle:c,dateCreated:{created:c,date:c,timezone:c,updated:c,published:c},image:{id:"c646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03",filename:"taylor-clemons.jpg",dateCreated:{created:c,date:"2022-08-05 15:37:46",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},alt:c,credits:c,caption:c,path:"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2022\u002F08\u002F05\u002Fc646bb0f-81fb-4b32-97e3-e73a4d0d1f03\u002Ftaylor-clemons.jpg",cropGravity:c,crop:c,typeName:"content_image",imageUrl:c,width:c,height:c,bucketPath:c,bucketType:c,title:c},socialProfileIds:c,authorBio:"Taylor Clemons is a tech writer and reviewer based near Cleveland, OH. After graduating from Tiffin University in 2011, they spent several years in lawn and garden manufacturing before working on their own (now defunct) game review site, Steam Shovelers. From there, Taylor expanded into writing about consumer technology like televisions, home audio equipment, and smart home devices at Lifewire. Taylor's work can also be found at The Balance, TechRadar, Tom's Hardware, SPY.com, GameSkinny, IndieHangover, The Inventory, and Forbes.",profile:c,title:"Staff Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cp\u003EWhen your car battery dies, traditional jumper cables are a great solution to boost it, assuming you can call roadside assistance or find a kind person who can help you. However, relying on them isn't always practical for maintaining or repairing your vehicle, especially if you find yourself stuck on the side of the road with no one around. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFortunately, many manufacturers now offer portable jump starters. These are essentially \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-power-bank\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eportable power banks\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, storing energy to boost your vehicle's battery in an emergency without the need for another car's help. Many feature lightweight and compact designs that are perfect for keeping in your car, while others are big and bulky, with more robust features like built-in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fhome-and-office\u002Fyard-outdoors\u002Fbest-portable-tire-inflator\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eair compressors\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-power-banks\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EUSB charging\u003C\u002Fa\u003E, and even wall-style AC outlets. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-dash-cam\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThe best dash cams\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EWhat is the best portable jump starter right now?\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo help you find the best portable jump starter for your car, I've researched and compared different models for peak amps, size, weight, price, and additional features like flashlights and air compressors. My top pick for the best portable jump starter is the \u003Cspan data-shortcode=\"commercelinkshortcode\" data-id=\"84882042-5b5e-45d8-a344-6fb1a0dac5c7\" data-raw-url=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FEverStart-Maxx-J5CPDE-1200-Peak-Amps-Jump-Starter-Power-Station-500W-Inverter-120-PSI-Compressor\u002F908537063\" data-link-shortcode-text=\"Everstart Maxx 1200A\" data-use-monetization=\"true\" data-edition=\"us\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fspan\u003E since it can be used for different types of vehicles and has a built-in air compressor to help you fill your tires. Read on for the rest of our jump starter choices to find the one that will be right for you. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EThe best portable jump starters of 2024\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8066f7af-60bb-4746-bd7b-7ef28689a5d1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Everstart Maxx 1200 amp portable charger is one of the best for your roadside emergency kit. I have one for my 2021 Chevy Trailblazer, and it fits nicely in the trunk's sidewall well compartments when I need to keep it out of the way for groceries or potting soil and plants. The 1200amp peak output is plenty of juice to jumpstart just about any commuter vehicle with a gas or diesel engine; it's even enough for V8 engines to get a kickstart when needed.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIt also has an integrated 120psi tire inflator with an auto-stop for when you need to quickly top up your tires before work or while on a road trip. 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The body of the GB40 is IP65-rated for water resistance, which means that the delicate electronics inside will be protected even in wet and rainy conditions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStanley J5C09 specs: Peak amps:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 1000 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 7.94 ounces |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 4.61 x 8.19 x 4.21 inches&nbsp;|&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E 6L gas, 3L diesel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Noco Boost Plus GB40\" data-superlative=\"Best portable jump starter under $100\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"4491024f-6135-4727-b9c0-6bace42bae71","title":"noco-boost-plus-gb40","filename":"noco-boost-plus-gb40.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F01\u002F4491024f-6135-4727-b9c0-6bace42bae71\u002Fnoco-boost-plus-gb40.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":126395,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:58:00","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:58:16","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Noco\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"4491024f-6135-4727-b9c0-6bace42bae71","imageAltText":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"noco-boost-plus-gb40.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F06\u002F01","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Noco\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter\u002Fdp\u002FB015TKUPIC?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter\u002Fdp\u002FB015TKUPIC","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FNOCO-GB40-UltraSafe-Lithium-Starter\u002Fdp\u002FB015TKUPIC?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FNOCO-Boost-Plus-GB40-1000A-12V-UltraSafe-Portable-Lithium-Jump-Starter%2F46605770&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FNOCO-Boost-Plus-GB40-1000A-12V-UltraSafe-Portable-Lithium-Jump-Starter\u002F46605770","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FNOCO-Boost-Plus-GB40-1000A-12V-UltraSafe-Portable-Lithium-Jump-Starter%2F46605770&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Lightweight and compact design ~ 1000A peak ~ Great for most gas and smaller diesel engines ~ Water resistant\" data-dislike=\"Very short jumper cables\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"5619bf49-2e69-43c1-9f79-e865b125f7bb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you've got commercial vehicles, construction equipment, or large pickup trucks, the Avapow 6000A portable jump starter is a must-have for your tool kit. It's designed specifically for large vehicles with up to a 12L diesel engine, so anyone driving vehicles ranging from farm trucks to long-haul semis can have peace of mind while on the road. It provides up to 6000 amps and has several safety features like reverse polarity alarms and a silicone case to prevent damage and injury.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe unit also acts as a portable power bank with built-in USB ports to keep your phone and other devices charged in an emergency. The clamp cables measure 26 inches long, giving you a bit more leeway when working within large engine compartments where batteries might not be reached easily. While many customers who bought the Avapow 6000A portable jump starter said they love its compact size and simplicity of use, some reported mixed results when trying to jump-start larger diesel vehicles.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAvapow 6000A portable jump starter specs: Peak amps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 6000 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;2.75 pounds |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;10.98 x 6 x 5.63 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;All gas, 12L diesel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Avapow 6000A portable jump starter\" data-superlative=\"Best portable jump starter for large vehicles\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"An Avapow 6000A portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Avapow\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"b9c86ee1-1d8c-4e24-bd1d-5823104e66dc","title":"avapow-6000a","filename":"avapow-6000a.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F01\u002Fb9c86ee1-1d8c-4e24-bd1d-5823104e66dc\u002Favapow-6000a.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":118304,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:53:47","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:54:02","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Avapow\u002FZDNET","alt":"An Avapow 6000A portable jump starter on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"b9c86ee1-1d8c-4e24-bd1d-5823104e66dc","imageAltText":"An Avapow 6000A portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Avapow\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"avapow-6000a.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F06\u002F01","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Avapow\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FAVAPOW-Battery-Starter-Powerful-Booster\u002Fdp\u002FB08NPGCFSG?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FAVAPOW-Battery-Starter-Powerful-Booster\u002Fdp\u002FB08NPGCFSG","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FAVAPOW-Battery-Starter-Powerful-Booster\u002Fdp\u002FB08NPGCFSG?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FAVAPOW-W68-6000A-Car-Battery-Jump-Starter-for-All-Gas-or-up-to-12L-Diesel-Yellow%2F3577744491&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FAVAPOW-W68-6000A-Car-Battery-Jump-Starter-for-All-Gas-or-up-to-12L-Diesel-Yellow\u002F3577744491","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FAVAPOW-W68-6000A-Car-Battery-Jump-Starter-for-All-Gas-or-up-to-12L-Diesel-Yellow%2F3577744491&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Works with up to 12L diesel engines ~ USB charging ~ Compact and lightweight ~ Reverse polarity alarm\" data-dislike=\"No LCD screen for status ~ No built-in compressor\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"bfd9f2f5-6e2f-4b68-81ff-45cf4a62bad0\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EIf you're like me and don't particularly like the idea of single-purpose tools, the DeWalt DXAEJ14 is an almost perfect multipurpose portable jump starter. Not only does it provide up to 1600 amps of power for jumping everything from your SUV to your grandpa's golf cart, but it also has a built-in air compressor, alternator test function, built-in work lights, USB charging ports, and an AC outlet.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn integrated handle and cable management channel makes moving and storing the unit faster and easier. The unit also has a reverse polarity alarm to let you know if the clamps are connected incorrectly to help prevent damage to your battery and keep you from getting hurt by improper electrical handling. Verified reviewers who purchased the DeWalt DXAEJ14 all love that it comes with easy-to-follow instructions for jump-starting, tire inflation, and unit maintenance, as well as its rugged outer case.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDeWalt DXAEJ14 specs: Peak amps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 1600 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;35 pounds |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;13.07 x 11.81 x 6.14 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;V8\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"DeWalt DXAEJ14\" data-superlative=\"Best multipurpose portable jump starter\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A DeWalt DXAEJ14 portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"ad004c60-961b-4ea5-a735-5ab39f947532","title":"dewalt-dxaej14","filename":"dewalt-dxaej14.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F06\u002F01\u002Fad004c60-961b-4ea5-a735-5ab39f947532\u002Fdewalt-dxaej14.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":150185,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:55:15","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-06-01 15:55:34","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","alt":"A DeWalt DXAEJ14 portable jump starter on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"ad004c60-961b-4ea5-a735-5ab39f947532","imageAltText":"A DeWalt DXAEJ14 portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"DeWalt\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"dewalt-dxaej14.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F06\u002F01","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"DeWalt\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDEWALT-DXAEJ14-Jump-Starter-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0CLX19L28?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDEWALT-DXAEJ14-Jump-Starter-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0CLX19L28?th=1","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FDEWALT-DXAEJ14-Jump-Starter-Compressor\u002Fdp\u002FB0CLX19L28?th=1&tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-1600-Peak-Amp-Jump-Starter-with-Digital-Compressor-and-USB-Power-Bank-DXAEJ14%2F325277352&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"The Home Depot","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homedepot.com\u002Fp\u002FDEWALT-1600-Peak-Amp-Jump-Starter-with-Digital-Compressor-and-USB-Power-Bank-DXAEJ14\u002F325277352","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fhomedepot.sjv.io\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F456723\u002F8154?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.homedepot.com%2Fp%2FDEWALT-1600-Peak-Amp-Jump-Starter-with-Digital-Compressor-and-USB-Power-Bank-DXAEJ14%2F325277352&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\" data-like=\"Built-in compressor ~ Work lights and USB charging ~ AC charging block ~ Integrated handle and cable management\" data-dislike=\"Big and heavy ~ Somewhat short clamp cables\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"80205b1d-5c5a-4778-ad4c-bba001f39255\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fproduct\u002Fmophie-powerstation-go-rugged-air-compressor\u002F" target="_blank"\u003EMophie Powerstation Go\u003C\u002Fa\u003E is one of the most compact portable jump starters on the market. It measures just 3.25 x 8.75 x 4.5 inches and weighs less than a pound. This makes it the perfect size to keep in your center console or glove box for easy access in case of a roadside emergency. With up to 600 peak amps, you'll be able to jump-start most 12V gas vehicle batteries in just a few minutes.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWith the built-in power bank and dual USB Type-A ports, you can charge two mobile devices at once. ZDNET's Matthew Miller got to go hands-on with a Mophie Powerstation Go, which has a built-in air compressor to help keep your tires properly inflated all year. Miller also praised the built-in LED flashlight, which helps if you run into any car trouble in the evening or in the mornings before work.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMophie Powerstation Go specs: Peak amps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E: 600 amps |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EWeight:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;13.9 ounces |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EDimensions:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;3.25 x 8.75 x 4.5 inches |&nbsp;\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;6L gas\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Mophie Powerstation Go\" data-superlative=\"Best compact portable jump starter\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"bfcb5559-541e-485d-89d4-dff54c1f3bee","title":"mophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7","filename":"mophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2021\u002F05\u002F23\u002Fbfcb5559-541e-485d-89d4-dff54c1f3bee\u002Fmophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":2012723,"width":1425,"height":1069,"dateCreated":{"date":"2021-05-23 16:30:51","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2021-05-23 16:30:55","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":null,"alt":"mophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7.jpg","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"bfcb5559-541e-485d-89d4-dff54c1f3bee","imageAltText":"A Noco Boost Plus GB40 portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Noco\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"mophie-powerstation-go-rugged-7.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2021\u002F05\u002F23","imageWidth":1425,"imageHeight":1069,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Noco\u002FZDNET\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fmophie-Powerstation-Rugged-Compact-USB\u002Fdp\u002FB0BN2DCGTX?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fmophie-Powerstation-Rugged-Compact-USB\u002Fdp\u002FB0BN2DCGTX","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002Fmophie-Powerstation-Rugged-Compact-USB\u002Fdp\u002FB0BN2DCGTX?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"},{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FMophie-Powerstation-Go-Rugged-Portable-Battery-29-9Wh-Portable-Car-Jump-Starter-with-Jumper-Cables-Compact-Design-USB-Port-Power-source-Black%2F2860246850&subId1=subid_value","offerMerchant":"Walmart","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.walmart.com\u002Fip\u002FMophie-Powerstation-Go-Rugged-Portable-Battery-29-9Wh-Portable-Car-Jump-Starter-with-Jumper-Cables-Compact-Design-USB-Port-Power-source-Black\u002F2860246850","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fgoto.walmart.com\u002Fc\u002F159047\u002F565706\u002F9383?&sharedid=zdnet&partnerpropertyid=1980086&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FMophie-Powerstation-Go-Rugged-Portable-Battery-29-9Wh-Portable-Car-Jump-Starter-with-Jumper-Cables-Compact-Design-USB-Port-Power-source-Black%2F2860246850&subId1=subid_value"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8ca24a93-def0-4461-a54e-431cb9d01fdb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EI chose the Everstart Maxx 1200A as the best portable jump starter because of its compatibility with a wide range of gas and diesel vehicles, including those with V8 engines. It also has a built-in 120PSI tire inflator for quick top-ups on the go, a 500W inverter with 3 USB ports, and a 120V outlet for charging devices in emergencies. The integrated handle makes it easy to move around, and the compact size allows you to keep it tucked away in your trunk or back seat without sacrificing a ton of space.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x4 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBest portable jump starter\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPrice\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPeak amps\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMax engine size\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEverstart Maxx 1200A\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$109\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1200 amps\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6L gas, 3L diesel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENoco Boost Plus GB40\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$99\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1000 amps\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6L gas, 3L diesel\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAvapow 6000A \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$170\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6000 amps \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAll gas, 12L diesel \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt DXAEJ14 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$143\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E1400 amps \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6L gas, 5L diesel \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMophie Powerstation Go\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E$30\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E600 amps \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E6L gas\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\u003Cp\u003E*MSRP at time of writing. Please note that actual price may vary by retailer and available deals or promotions.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What is the best portable jump starter?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"29e80541-d1e1-451f-a4ee-6000f5f9a8fb\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe best portable jump starter for your needs is one that has both a peak and sustained amperage output that is suitable for your vehicle. Smaller cars, light pickup trucks, and things like ATVs don't need as much power as a diesel engine pickup or semi. For typical drivers, a jump starter with a peak output between 1000 and 1400 amps should be more than enough power. But if you have a fleet of commercial vehicles, construction equipment, or even marine vehicles, you'll want something with an output of up to 6000 amps. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Ctable data-title="6x2 Table"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBuy this portable jump starter...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIf you need...\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEverstart Maxx 1200A\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA well-rounded portable jump starter. It also has a built-in tire inflator as well as USB ports for charging devices. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENoco Boost Plus GB40\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA budget-friendly portable jump starter. The Boost Plus GB40 retails for just under $100 while still offering a 1000-amp peak and a rugged, water resistant casing.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAvapow 6000A \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA portable jump starter for large vehicles. It has an output of up to 6000 amps, which means you can use it on vehicles with up to a 12 liter diesel engine. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDeWalt DXAEJ14 \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA unit that does more than jump start your battery. It features a built-in tire inflator, USB ports, an alternator check function, and a reverse-polarity alarm. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMophie Powerstation Go\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA compact portable jump starter. It measures just 8.75 x 3.25 x 4.5 inches, making it perfect for keeping in your glove box or center console. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which portable jump starter is right for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"22a6f05b-e3c9-47af-abeb-c658da12345d\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAside from price, there were several other factors I considered when comparing portable jump starters for this list.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESize:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ENot every car or garage has the space to store large, bulky portable jump starters or battery chargers. I made sure to include compact models as well as larger ones.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPower output:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Not all portable jump starters are created equal. If you have a large truck or commercial vehicle, you'll need a jump starter with a higher amperage output than the one you would use on your grandma's ancient Crown Victoria. Conversely, if you drive an ultra-compact car or have small engine equipment like ATVs, you'll need something with a weaker output so you don't burn up your battery or alternator.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMultiple uses and other features:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ESeveral brands like Stanley and DeWalt make portable jump starters that also act as tire inflators, power banks for charging devices, radios, and even flashlights. I made sure to include a few of these for anyone who doesn't like the idea of a single-purpose device.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing a portable jump starter\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"4e0b3307-0ee0-47ce-a19b-11903defbe44\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile testing and researching each portable jump starter on this list, I kept these criteria in mind:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMultifunctionality: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003ENobody has the space or patience to maintain an arsenal of special tools and devices for their vehicle. So I made sure that each model on this list offered at least one other function, be it an air compressor, power bank, or built-in flashlight.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EVehicle compatibility:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E No two people are going to drive the exact same car, or have the same power needs for all of their vehicles. Each model on this list has been verified for use in both gas and diesel vehicles as well as marine batteries and ATVs.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPortability:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E The whole point of having a portable jump starter is to be able to take it with you, whether that's on a cross-country road trip or a jaunt across town to the grocery store. While each model may differ in size, each one featured on this list has been vetted for in-vehicle storage.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these best portable jump starters?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"fa98284f-8fbe-4459-b694-7323cccefc80\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA jump starter is a piece of equipment that is meant to give a short, powerful burst of energy to your battery in order to get the engine to turn over. After your battery is successfully jump-started, you should let your car run for at least 30 minutes so the alternator can recharge the battery.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA battery charger, however, is designed to deliver a slow, steady, much lower level of energy to recharge a battery from depletion safely or to perform regular battery conditioning for peak performance.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What's the difference between a portable jump starter and a battery charger?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"3d8d3843-d6ed-495d-a503-c6957f3fd972\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAlternators are pretty resilient pieces of equipment and are built to be resistant to all kinds of outside influences. However, you can severely damage it when trying to jump start your car if you have the cables connected to the wrong battery nodes or if you have the incorrect battery type. Always make sure your cables are connected correctly and that the battery is the correct size and power for your vehicle.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Can a jump starter damage the alternator?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"9a66133e-fc30-4ffc-bf1d-259d6bb1df26\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EAbsolutely. Batteries, including car and truck batteries, aren't meant to hold a charge forever. Factors&nbsp;such as time, temperature, and even how often you use your vehicle can affect how the battery discharges. If a battery sits for years or experiences extreme temperatures, the battery will slowly discharge energy, which can lead to it not holding enough of a charge to even be jump-started. If this happens, the only option is to replace the battery with a brand-new one. Fortunately, many places offer discounts for bringing in old batteries or recycling programs to keep dangerous chemicals from leaking batteries out of landfills.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Can a battery be too dead to jump start?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EMore portable jump starters to consider:\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"484bf8c1-0a2a-43fa-b768-dd999dbfcbb1\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThis portable jump starter is great for larger diesel vehicles, providing enough power to start 10L diesel engines. It provides up to 4,000 starting amps, and just 5 minutes of charging time gives you enough power to help your engine turn over.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Gooloo GT4000S\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"A Gooloo GT4000S portable jump starter on a grey background","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","credits":"Gooloo\u002FZDNET","imageData":{"id":"eade335e-da27-4986-9e6b-5acd8aa7674b","title":"gooloo-gt4000s","filename":"gooloo-gt4000s.jpg","path":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Fa\u002Fimg\u002F2023\u002F08\u002F28\u002Feade335e-da27-4986-9e6b-5acd8aa7674b\u002Fgooloo-gt4000s.jpg","caption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","size":151419,"width":1296,"height":720,"dateCreated":{"date":"2023-08-28 19:30:48","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"dateUpdated":{"date":"2023-08-28 19:31:10","timezone":"UTC","timezone_type":3},"needsModeration":false,"mimeType":"image\u002Fjpeg","deleted":false,"credits":"Gooloo\u002FZDNET","alt":"A Gooloo GT4000S portable jump starter on a grey background","restricted":false,"startDate":null,"endDate":null,"preferred":false,"watermark":false,"doNotCrop":false,"doNotResize":false,"primaryCollection":null,"vanityUrl":null,"notes":null,"crop":null,"cropGravity":0,"preservedRegion":null,"isNew":false,"keywords":[],"primeColor":null,"hasWarning":false,"typeName":"content_image"},"uuid":"eade335e-da27-4986-9e6b-5acd8aa7674b","imageAltText":"A Gooloo GT4000S portable jump starter on a grey background","imageCaption":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E","imageCredit":"Gooloo\u002FZDNET","imageDoNotCrop":false,"imageDoNotResize":false,"imageWatermark":false,"imageFilename":"gooloo-gt4000s.jpg","imageDateCreated":"2023\u002F08\u002F28","imageWidth":1296,"imageHeight":720,"imageParallax":"","imageCrop":"","imageEnlarge":false}\" data-overridecaption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-overridecredit=\"Gooloo\u002FZDNET\" data-linktext=\"Best alternative for larger diesel vehicles\" data-linkurl=\"Design: Mini Listicle\" data-techobjectinfo=\"{"uuid":"06a70f3f-68b1-4e27-810a-05ad7c15dc1b","slug":"gooloo-gt4000s-jump-starter-4000-amp-car-starter-100w-two-way-fast-charging-portable-car-battery-charger-booster-pack","name":"GOOLOO GT4000S Jump Starter 4000 Amp Car Starter 100W Two-Way Fast-Charging Portable Car Battery Charger Booster Pack for 10L Diesel and 12L Gas Engines, SuperSafe Lithium Jump Box for 12V Vehicles","productType":"SERIES","updateType":"EZMONEY","mod":1723831176575,"displayDate":"Fri Aug 16 2024 13:59:36 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time)"}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[{"useMonetization":true,"monetizedUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FGOOLOO-GT4000S-Fast-Charging-SuperSafe-Portable\u002Fdp\u002FB09M9HQG73?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20","offerMerchant":"Amazon","offerPrice":"","offerPriceRange":"","offerPriceText":"","offerType":"Single Product","monetizationStatus":"on","rawUrl":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FGOOLOO-GT4000S-Fast-Charging-SuperSafe-Portable\u002Fdp\u002FB09M9HQG73","url":"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.amazon.com\u002FGOOLOO-GT4000S-Fast-Charging-SuperSafe-Portable\u002Fdp\u002FB09M9HQG73?tag=zdnet-buy-button-20"}]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"152b8869-75e1-4e81-85fa-e609f60c4581\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe Noco Boost HD GB70 has an internal battery that holds enough charge to jumpstart your 8.0L gas or 6.0L diesel engine up to 40 times. 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He has a bachelor's in journalism from UNC Charlotte and has been writing for over 15 years. On the weekends you'll find him leading haunted ghost tours of uptown Charlotte.",profile:c,title:"Contributing Writer",bio:b,bureau:"US",awards:b,expertise:b,authorDisclosure:c},body:"\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"image\" data-uuid=\"a259b0ba-85e2-46bb-a72a-b2fc0495c925\" data-size=\"large\" data-float=\"none\" data-image-caption=\"\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-image-credit=\"Flighty\" data-image-alt-text=\"hero-2.png\" data-image-filename=\"hero-2.png\" data-image-date-created=\"2024\u002F08\u002F07\" data-image-width=\"1920\" data-image-height=\"1080\" data-image-do-not-crop=\"false\" data-image-do-not-resize=\"false\" data-image-watermark=\"false\" data-lightbox=\"false\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhether you fly often for work or once every few years for vacation, you know that delayed or canceled flights can quickly ruin your plans. Thanks to a recent \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fwhat-is-ai-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-artificial-intelligence\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eartificial intelligence\u003C\u002Fa\u003E-powered update to the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.flightyapp.com\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EFlighty\u003C\u002Fa\u003E app, however, you might soon get a heads up about a delay before it even happens -- along with a reason why. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EZDNET considers Flighty, which is exclusively available for iOS, a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fflying-soon-flighty-is-a-must-have-ios-app-for-air-travel\u002F#link={\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emust-have app\u003C\u002Fa\u003E for air travel, primarily because of its top-notch alerts, notifications, and tracking information. Version 4.0 of the flight tracker gives air travelers several new features, including delay predictions, information on what caused them, and airport delay trends.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHow does Flighty predict a delay? By monitoring the two biggest causes of delays: aircraft issues and airspace issues.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002F12-iphone-apps-that-i-cant-live-without-and-why-you-need-them-too\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E12 iPhone apps I can't live without (and why you need them, too)\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst, it monitors a specific plane's activity for up to 25 hours before a flight. The largest cause of delays, Flighty explains, is the incoming aircraft arriving late. If a plane is late to a stop earlier in the day before it gets to yours, it can cause a ripple effect that lasts throughout the day. AI machine learning built into Flighty can spot the delays that might impact your flight as early as six hours ahead and let you know if they will affect you.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"newsletter\" data-id=\"2051361\" data-copy=\"ZDNET Tech Today\" data-image=\"{"id":null,"alt":null}\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe second biggest cause of delays is Air Traffic Control (ATC) mandates like ground stops, storm and congestion delays, and even ATC staffing. Flighty says it taps into the same FAA data used by pilots and can send out notifications even before the pilots themselves are aware of delays. The app also monitors airport takeoff and landing data and uses AI to spot trends that might lead to delays.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAlso: \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.zdnet.com\u002Farticle\u002Fbest-travel-vpn\u002F\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe best travel VPNs\u003C\u002Fa\u003E\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe real benefit here is that you might get a notification about a delay before the airline announces it or a heads up that one is likely coming, giving you a chance to make other arrangements before everyone else scrambles to do the same -- which also means less time spent waiting at the airport. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFlighty is available for iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac devices. The new features are offered only to premium subscribers who pay $4 a week, $48 a year, or $249 for a lifetime subscription. The free version of the app offers basic flight tracking. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYou can try out Flighty Pro free on one flight to test the new features.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"pinbox\" data-uuid=\"c1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-uri=\"\u002Fapi\u002Fcomponent\u002Feditorial\u002Fc1c64b97-f918-4f5b-acae-43981f87d8e6\" data-float=\"none\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E",gallery:c,category:c,children:c,contentType:b,contentUrl:b,coreImages:c,date:c,datePublished:{created:c,date:"2024-08-07 18:32:00",timezone:"UTC",updated:c,published:c},description:"Flighty claims predictions are over 95% accurate and can warn you about a delay before it happens. 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Built-in GPS technology learns your routes to reject repeated false alert locations for better accuracy.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWaze app \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA user-friendly radar detector app. Waze users help provide real-time updates to red light camera and speed trap locations. \t\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003C\u002Ftd\u003E\u003C\u002Ftr\u003E\u003C\u002Ftbody\u003E\u003C\u002Ftable\u003E\" data-hed=\"Which is the right radar detector for you?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"8a430596-44cc-4759-afdf-7363c607f676\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile searching for the best radar detectors, you should consider the following factors:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFeatures:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;There are several bonus features you may find from model to model, such as GPS connectivity or false alert detection. These features can greatly simplify use and improve your chances of picking up on radar.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDisplay:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E&nbsp;Visibility is a critical factor when selecting a radar detector. The best radar detectors come with an OLED display that provides greater clarity and color for your images.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECost:&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003EBudget is a primary concern for many users, so we look for the best affordable radar detectors that come at a reasonable cost for their features.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"Factors to consider when choosing a radar detector\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"023f67f2-1e4e-4603-921c-efe3f9fdd0e9\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhen researching each radar detector featured on this list, I kept these criteria in mind:\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cul\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELegality:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Not all states or cities allow the use of radar detectors, or radar jammers. Each model on this list has been ensured to follow federal guidelines for radar detection, but be sure to check all state and local laws before purchasing.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EInstallation:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E Setting up a radar detector shouldn't take all day or require special knowledge. Each model on this list has been chosen for its easy setup and user-friendly controls.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EConsistency and reliability:\u003C\u002Fstrong\u003E A radar detector should give you clear and consistent warnings each time it picks up a radar signal. Each model on this list was chosen for its reliability based on customer reviews.\u003C\u002Fli\u003E\u003C\u002Ful\u003E\" data-hed=\"How did we choose these radar detectors?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"e338db83-da68-4ce6-9398-b4683b088f84\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EWhile \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fcsa.fmcsa.dot.gov\u002Fsafetyplanner\u002FMyFiles\u002FSubSections.aspx?ch=23&amp;sec=68&amp;sub=169" target="_blank"\u003Efederal law\u003C\u002Fa\u003E only bans radar detectors from being used in commercial vehicles, use in personal vehicles is regulated at the state and municipal level. Make sure you consult all applicable laws before you purchase a radar detector.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Is it illegal to have a radar detector in your vehicle?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"3b461fe5-0d30-4335-9c67-4936a90d431a\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EA radar detector, well, detects radar signals. These devices search for signals given off by police radar scanners and alert you to their presence, allowing you to correct your speed or other driving faux pas and avoid a ticket. Radar detectors are generally legal across the United States, except in commercial vehicles. Though it is best to check state and local laws before purchasing anything.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA radar jammer is something very different, and very illegal. Both federal law and \u003Ca href="https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fcc.gov\u002Fgeneral\u002Fjammer-enforcement#:~:text=Federal%20law%20prohibits%20the%20operation,Global%20Positioning%20Systems%20(GPS)." target="_blank"\u003EFTC regulations\u003C\u002Fa\u003E prohibit the use of radar jammers, as they intentionally interfere with radar communication systems to provide false readings. Offenders, even first-time offenders, can face heavy fines, equipment and property forfeiture, and even prison time.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"What's the difference between a radar detector and a radar jammer?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"cdb4d865-c9ed-437a-969c-f41b27684f88\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThe cost of a radar detector significantly varies from a few hundred dollars to more than a thousand dollars. The best radar detectors range in price from $150 to less than $700, depending on the model you choose.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"How much does a radar detector cost?\" data-imagegroup=\"{}\" data-merchantoffers=\"[]\" data-usepricing=\"true\"\u003E\u003C\u002Fdiv\u003E\u003Ch2\u003EMore radar detectors to consider\u003C\u002Fh2\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile we've rounded up our top radar detector picks, here's a few more to consider if you're not set on one of the picks above. \u003C\u002Fp\u003E\u003Cdiv data-shortcode=\"cnetlisticle\" data-id=\"138f10a9-abf7-4408-89cb-f14ffd1016c8\" data-edition=\"us\" data-description=\"\u003Cp\u003EThis is the best radar detector if you're looking to splurge.\u003C\u002Fp\u003E\" data-hed=\"Escort Redline 360c\" data-imagegroup=\"{"alt":"An Escort Redline 360c radar detector on a grey 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