<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Vivobook S 15, Asus’ first Copilot+ PC, normally retails for $1,299, but it is currently on sale for $1,099 on Amazon. It is sleek and lightweight with a gorgeous OLED display, great battery life, and snappy performance. However, because of the nature of Windows on ARM laptops, it’s not yet […] More
maciek905/Getty Images I’ve been around technology for long enough that very little excites me, and even less surprises me. But shortly after Open AI’s ChatGPT was released, I asked it to write a WordPress plugin for my wife’s e-commerce site. When it did, and the plugin worked, I was indeed surprised. That was the beginning […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Vizio 5.1 Soundbar SE system is available now for only $249. It has immersive surround sound at an affordable price thanks to customizable EQ settings and sound modes. The Bluetooth connection can sometimes be spotty, and be prepared to hide lots of wires. more buying choices One of the easiest […] More
Adam Breeden/ZDNETIn the age of smart TVs, convenience is king. With just a few clicks, we can dive into endless entertainment—but that ease comes with a downside: the buildup of cache data.Also: The best TVs of 2025: Expert tested and reviewedJust like on your phone or computer, a cluttered TV cache can lead to sluggish performance, app crashes, and even hinder new content from loading properly. That’s why it’s important to clear all that extra cache and make your TV feel like new again. Before I break down the steps for how to do it, let’s address the big elephant in the room first.What is a cache?A cache is a temporary storage area where data is kept for quick access. On your smart TV, the cache stores information from apps, websites, and system processes to help them load faster every time you turn it on. Think of it as a bunch of temporary files intended to speed up loading times for frequently accessed information. Also: How to clear your Android phone’s cache and make it feel like new for 2025For instance, when you open a streaming app, the cache might store thumbnails, login details, or recently watched shows. Caches are designed to help your TV load this content more quickly. Over time, however, the cache can become overloaded with outdated or unnecessary data, which can consequently slow down your TV’s performance. More
America’s biggest day for sports fans is Sunday, Feb. 9, and whether you’re rooting for the Philidelphia Eagles or the Kansas City Chiefs (or Taylor Swift), the big game is a chance to gather with friends, eat good food, and watch some good ol’ fashioned football. Also: How to watch Super Bowl 2025: All your best streaming optionsThe Super Bowl is consistently one of the most-watched events, and last year, about 123.7 million people watched it live. If you’re planning on hosting a gathering of friends and family to watch the big game, you’ll need some backup. ZDNET rounded up everything you need to host a Super Bowl party so that your guests can watch, hear, and enjoy the big game to the fullest. A TVHistorically, one of the best times to buy a new TV is right before the Super Bowl, since many retailers offer TV deals during this time. Whether you are looking to upgrade your TV’s display or sound, or just get a bigger TV to watch the game, we’ve rounded up the best TVs we’ve tested and recommend. More
Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETVideo creation is still the frontier of generative AI, and OpenAI leads the pack with its Sora AI video generator. The generator, which launched last month during the 12 days of OpenAI, has caused quite a buzz because of its highly realistic output quality. On Wednesday, OpenAI shared with ZDNET that there are 10 Sora generations per second worldwide. That translates to 600 videos being generated every minute. The top five cities for Sora adoption are Seoul, New York City, Tokyo, Los Angeles, and Singapore, listed from highest to lowest. Also: OpenAI tailored ChatGPT Gov for government use – here’s what that meansWith Sora, creating a video from scratch is as easy as dropping in a prompt or an existing asset you own, such as an image or video in your gallery. You can also customize ratios, duration, and even select from presets to get your creative juices flowing. Beyond video, OpenAI shared that the second-fastest growing feature on Sora is remixing, which allows users to add, remove, or edit objects in an existing video by using a text prompt, as seen in the video below. When remixing, users are also able to select the strength of the remix, depending on how much of the original video’s essence they want to keep. [embedded content]Sora also offers other video editing features, such as re-cut, which lets users trim and extend existing clips, and blend, which transitions elements from one video to another. Both Sora’s video editing and generating features have practical applications for content creators and working professionals who could benefit from using the platform to create b-roll, marketing video materials, clips, and more.Also: My favorite ChatGPT feature just got way more powerfulBoth ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers can access Sora with varying limitations. With the ChatGPT Plus subscription, which costs $20 per month, users can generate up to 50 videos per month, each up to 720p resolution and five seconds in duration. Although the price may seem steep, other perks include first and greater access to some of OpenAI’s latest and greatest features including Advanced Voice, o1 with Canvas, o3-mini, and DALL-E 3. The ChatGPT Pro subscription costs $200 per month and offers everything ChatGPT Plus does at a much greater scale, as well as o1 pro. At the moment, there is no way to access Sora from ChatGPT Free, Enterprise, and Edu accounts. If you just want to try Sora, but don’t have long-term use for ChatGPT Plus, you can always subscribe for a month and cancel. Artificial Intelligence More
Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETVideo creation is still the frontier of generative AI, and OpenAI leads the pack with its Sora AI video generator. The generator, which launched last month during the 12 days of OpenAI, has caused quite a buzz because of its highly realistic output quality. On Wednesday, OpenAI shared with ZDNET that there are 10 Sora generations per second worldwide. That translates to 600 videos being generated every minute. The top five cities for Sora adoption are Seoul, New York City, Tokyo, Los Angeles, and Singapore, listed from highest to lowest. Also: OpenAI tailored ChatGPT Gov for government use – here’s what that meansWith Sora, creating a video from scratch is as easy as dropping in a prompt or an existing asset you own, such as an image or video in your gallery. You can also customize ratios, duration, and even select from presets to get your creative juices flowing. Beyond video, OpenAI shared that the second-fastest growing feature on Sora is remixing, which allows users to add, remove, or edit objects in an existing video by using a text prompt, as seen in the video below. When remixing, users are also able to select the strength of the remix, depending on how much of the original video’s essence they want to keep. [embedded content]Sora also offers other video editing features, such as re-cut, which lets users trim and extend existing clips, and blend, which transitions elements from one video to another. Both Sora’s video editing and generating features have practical applications for content creators and working professionals who could benefit from using the platform to create b-roll, marketing video materials, clips, and more.Also: My favorite ChatGPT feature just got way more powerfulBoth ChatGPT Plus and Pro subscribers can access Sora with varying limitations. With the ChatGPT Plus subscription, which costs $20 per month, users can generate up to 50 videos per month, each up to 720p resolution and five seconds in duration. Although the price may seem steep, other perks include first and greater access to some of OpenAI’s latest and greatest features including Advanced Voice, o1 with Canvas, o3-mini, and DALL-E 3. The ChatGPT Pro subscription costs $200 per month and offers everything ChatGPT Plus does at a much greater scale, as well as o1 pro. At the moment, there is no way to access Sora from ChatGPT Free, Enterprise, and Edu accounts. If you just want to try Sora, but don’t have long-term use for ChatGPT Plus, you can always subscribe for a month and cancel. Artificial Intelligence More
Artie Beaty/ZDNETYou’re probably used to sending a Venmo payment to cover lunch or coffee, but what about using it to hop on a flight? In an announcement last week, JetBlue says it’s the first airline to accept payment for a plane ticket through Venmo. Many airlines already let you use PayPal (which owns Venmo), but this is the first airline partnership with the popular peer-to-peer payment platform.Also: Gemini Live is expanding and can now talk about what’s on your screenYou can pay for your JetBlue flights with a linked credit or debit card, a bank account, or your Venmo balance. For now, the feature is available only on jetblue.com, but the company says it will be rolling out in app in the coming months. You also can’t Venmo a payment for in-flight purchases. More
