A week with the Google Pixel 11 changed my mind about Gemini (for the better)

In a year of iterative upgrades, Google is introducing smart features that make the base Pixel the standout in its generation.

This pocket AI voice recorder took me back to the good old days of dictation (and shorthand)

The Comulytic Note Pro AI voice recorder packs a lot of power into a credit card-sized device. But its usefulness is up to you.

This $14 retractable USB-C cable is my secret to surviving long car rides with my kids

Talix's USB-C cable is compact and powerful enough to charge a laptop, and it's nearly 40% off.

stillOS offers one of the best Linux onboarding experiences I've ever seen

I've experienced first steps with countless Linux distributions over the years, but this one nails every step of the way for users of all types.

How I sorted 22,000 digital photos without getting overwhelmed: 4 easy tricks

Want to organize your photos but don't know where to start? Here are my methods for tackling a massive cloud library.

3 surveys deliver the same uncomfortable truth about adopting agentic AI

Scaling AI in business is less about technology and more about accountability, governance, and healthy relationships between humans and agents.

The best early Labor Day Costco deals 2026: TVs, smartwatches, Apple devices, and more

Summer may be ending, but Costco deals are heating up in time for Labor Day: Save big on electronics, home essentials, and more now.

This Linux and Windows app makes managing all your documents easier

If you're a student, writer, or professional juggling documents, this app can help keep you organized.

91% of professionals say their firm still falls short on AI - how to fix that

Research suggests a gap between AI ambition and on-the-ground reality, but the good news is that professionals can fill it by focusing on well-grounded explorations and solid production use cases.

I've tested dozens of robot vacuums - this new $599 Roborock has all the features I need

The Roborock Qrevo 2 Pro is a midrange robot vacuum and mop with a hands-free cleaning experience.

Want a free Apple Watch? Play ZDNET's 'Guessing Game' to win one - only 4 days left

It's the third and final round of ZDNET's Big Guessing Game. What do you think Apple will announce?

Even an AI cost-management vendor can lose control of its agent spending

In one instance, an AI agent stayed open for four days and ran 4,819 calls for almost $4,000. No one had budgeted for this cost.

How to get free Google AI Pro for an entire year - and save $240: 3 ways

Google is offering its premium AI subscription plan for free. It usually costs $20 a month - and comes with many benefits.

These Mammotion robot lawn mowers can climb hills - and they're up to $560 off right now

The Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 3000H and the LUBA Mini 2 mowers are both heavily discounted - here's which you should get.

Lawsuit says Oura sleep tracking has 'a coin flip's chance of being correct'

The class action lawsuit claims that Oura's sleep-tracking mechanisms sell 'faulty AI-based inference as reliable science.'

Galaxy Z Fold 8 camera trouble? 4 settings I recommend changing now

The cameras on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 work best when they're pushed to their limits. Here are the settings I changed to get the best results.

This excellent HP laptop is nearly 50% off at Best Buy - and comes with a cheap TV

Snag the HP OmniBook 3 16-inch laptop for under $700, plus get a 43-inch Toshiba smart TV for just $99 when you bundle at Best Buy.

Apple escaped Android's 'toxic hellstew' - now Siri AI is creating a new one

Apple's new toxic hellstew is a battle over regulation, litigation, and keeping your data safe.

AI a 'force multiplier' for low-skilled threat actors: 4 ways organizations should respond

Low-skill hacktivists are now 'enabled with the same tooling and sophistication as a state-sponsored group,' according to cybersecurity consultant Unit 42.

Sony's new Bravia 6 OLED TV aims to bring flagship visuals to the $1,300 price point

The Bravia 6 OLED TV is a new entry-level option in a variety of screen sizes.