AI shopping searches surged 200% in one year - and it's a top priority for commerce leaders now

Eighty-six percent of commerce leaders believe AI is raising the bar for customer expectations.

This free Linux tool makes it easy to check your PC battery and disk usage - here's how

The Mission Center system monitor for Linux adds some new features that will appeal to a broader user base, especially those with laptops.

How to keep your conversations with ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude as private as possible

Worried about your personal AI chats being exposed? Here's how to tighten your privacy across several major chatbots.

Best MagSafe wallets of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

You don't have to compromise on style or function with these MagSafe wallet picks from brands like Moft, ESR, and more.

This free Google Drive alternative keeps your files private - and local

Looking to shift your storage needs from a third-party cloud service to inside your home network? If so, ZimaOS is a great option.

The 7 tech travel hacks I swear by - after years of learning the hard way

And no, I'm not going to tell you to pack a power bank, roll your clothes, or bring a travel pillow.

Duress passcodes explained: How they work and why they can land you in court

But if you've been looking for the duress passcode feature on your phone, I have bad news for you.

How Google used AI agents to find and fix 1,072 Chrome security bugs - in 60 days

With 3.5 billion active users to protect, Google is relying on Gemini to find Chrome security bugs fast - and before attackers do.

I went running with the Galaxy Watch 9 in London, and it taught me something new

I appreciate the light and comfortable build on Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9, with a range of helpful tracking features and nudges.

My favorite MacBook accessory gives my keyboard a simple but useful upgrade for cheap

The best investment I've made for my MacBook Pro only cost me $13 - here's why I recommend it.

Framework Laptop 13 Pro review: Plenty premium, but pummeled by RAM crisis

Framework's sleek Laptop 13 Pro has a fantastic haptic touchpad and great battery, but price and availability is proving to be problematic.

Why your Windows installation files keep getting bigger - AI is filling up smaller drives

It's not your imagination. Microsoft's ISO downloads for Windows have been creeping up in size. It might even be fair to call them bloated. And you'll never guess where the problem comes from.

The 5 laptop features worth spending extra on (and 3 that are mostly hype)

Laptop manufacturers love showing off gimmicky features - here's what to prioritize, and what to ignore.

AI in Formula One: Competitive advantage is all about the human in the loop

Professional handcraft is the key to unlocking value from emerging technology and data, suggest Aston Martin Aramco F1 executives and partners.

One of our favorite Bluetooth trackers is on sale with this exclusive deal

KeySmart's SmartCard (Gen 3) is perfect for Android and Apple users, and it's 20% off with a ZDNET-exclusive code right now.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Galaxy Z Fold 6: One is better in every way that matters

Should you update to the Galaxy Fold 8 Ultra if you have a Z Fold 6? I'm familiar with both phones, here's my take.

Alienware 15 vs. LOQ Essential 15: I compared both budget gaming laptops - it was close

These affordable gaming laptops were neck and neck in my testing, but one pulled ahead for me.

Did a OneDrive Photos app just appear on your PC? Here's what it does (and how to get rid of it)

Microsoft has quietly pushed out a new OneDrive Photos app to Windows 11 users. What's it all about?

Amazon is splitting its $600 million tariff refund with customers - here's who's eligible

What you'll get back depends on how much you spent - but don't expect much.

Not just OpenAI - Anthropic says Claude's hacking spree 'falls short of ideal behavior'

Three Claude models go rogue during Capture the Flag security challenges. Here's the trail of damage each left behind.