AI’s not ‘reasoning’ at all – how this team debunked the industry hype
Researchers just got very specific about what a language model’s ‘chain of thought’ is actually doing.
I found a gaming desktop that balances gaming and creative tasks (for less than $2K)
Lenovo’s Legion T5 is a powerhouse gaming desktop that delivers top-notch performance at a midrange price. But not everyone will love its physical design.
The best Apple Watch deals live now
New Apple Watches may be dropping soon, but you can save on every current model, from the Watch SE to the Watch Ultra 2.
DeepSeek may be about to shake up the AI world again – what we know
The Chinese company sent ripples of anxiety throughout Silicon Valley earlier this year with the release of R1. Could it have the same effect again with an even more powerful system?
You can now book doctors appointments through the Samsung Health app
The tech company unveiled several health updates that will connect users with practitioners and pharmacies.
I got to see Eufy’s stair climbing robot at IFA (and more new Anker products)
Here are some of the devices Anker unveiled at IFA Berlin this year.
Worried AI will take your job? OpenAI’s new platform could help get you one
In addition to a LinkedIn-like jobs platform, the company is launching certifications in AI fluency. The goal: Certify 10 million Americans by 2030.
How Atlassian’s $610 million AI browser acquisition puts knowledge workers first
Atlassian acquires The Browser Company, maker of Arc and Dia. It’s part of a broader industry effort to build the next-generation browser.
Your electronics could be costing you, even while off. Here’s one way to check
Tapo’s smart power strip has six outlets and provides real-time power monitoring, even for devices that are turned off.
Join ZDNET’s livestreamed ‘Techtember Preview’ at 2 p.m. ET today
Get the inside scoop from Jason Hiner, Kerry Wan, and Sabrina Ortiz on the upcoming Apple Event, Meta Connect, a special Samsung Unpacked, and more.
These new AI earbuds offer real-time translation of 42 languages – different accents too
The Timekettle W4 AI Interpreter Earbuds also use bone conduction audio technology for more accurate, clearer translations.
Finally, a MagSafe battery pack with a built-in kickstand that isn’t a joke
UAG’s Srge Slim 5K Power Bank has a built-in stand for a versatile charging experience.
College students can get Microsoft Copilot free for a year – here’s how
Act fast. You have until Oct. 31 to redeem Microsoft’s free Copilot deal.
This YouTube TV trick saved me $66 on my subscription – here’s how
Google’s hidden promotion works out to a $33 discount on YouTube TV spread out over two months.
These are the only USB-C rechargeable batteries you should consider buying
I used to have AA and AAA batteries that needed a specific charger; now, I’ve replaced them with batteries that are charged using USB.
The one way millennials beat Gen Z in AI adoption
Different age groups are embracing – and rejecting – AI for different reasons.
Sick of Google’s AI summaries? This free tool eliminates them – in one click
Thanks to a tech editor, you can get back to real search results.
I compared two of the best soundbars on the market, and Sonos has some serious competition
I pitted the Sonos Arc Ultra against the Marshall Heston 120 – here’s what makes them both great, and why you might prefer one over the other.
I tried Lenovo’s rotating display laptop, and it’s as wild as it is practical
The ThinkBook VertiFlex proof of concept has a rotating screen that swaps from portrait to landscape.
Bose returns to reclaim its crown from Sony with new flagship headphones
Bose’s QuietComfort Ultra headphones (2nd gen) promise to live up to their quiet, comfort, and ultra namesakes with plenty of upgrades in almost every category.