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    US sets AI safety aside in favor of ‘AI dominance’

    rob dobi/Getty Images In October 2023, former president Joe Biden signed an executive order that included several measures for regulating AI. On his first day in office, President Trump overturned it, replacing it a few days later with his own order on AI in the US. This week, some government agencies that enforce AI regulation […] More

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    Why I recommend this HP desktop over the M4 iMac when it comes to work and play

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways HP’s OmniStudio X 31.5 is on sale now at Best Buy for $1,799. It’s a big-screen all-in-one with a solid suite of hardware that makes both powerful and flexible. However, some users will want to upgrade the peripherals and speakers. –> When I reviewed the Apple iMac M4 last year, I […] More

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    I tried Shokz’ new open-ear headphones, and they’ve changed how I listen to music outdoors

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Shokz OpenFit 2 are available for $179 in Beige and Black. These open-ear true wireless earbuds deliver meaningful upgrades from the first generation, offering high performance in almost any environment. Wearing glasses causes the ear hooks to become unstable, affecting the earbuds’ fit and sound quality. more buying choices Open-ear […] More

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    I tried to replace my laptop with the Galaxy S25 Ultra – and I’d do it all over again

    Kerry Wan/ZDNETIt’s not a stretch to say that only the most powerful of power users have heard of Samsung DeX. While full of whimsical capability, it’s one of the most undermined, poorly advertised features on modern-day Samsung phones, so much so that I only remembered it after reading a recent story from my colleague Jack Wallen.Also: I tried to replace my desktop with a phone for work – 5 frustrating lessons I learnedIn theory, Samsung DeX should be one of the most transformative features to come to smartphones. It allows users to quickly switch from their devices’ mobile interface to a more computer-like experience when hooked up to a monitor or TV. Since the feature was released in 2017, it’s received several upgrades, including wireless connectivity and enhanced multitasking.The story written by Wallen, by the way, speaks to how smartphones aren’t capable of replacing our laptops. So, I tested that theory myself, powering my workflow for a few days solely with the Galaxy S25 Ultra and Samsung DeX. Here’s how it fared as a standalone computing device and why replacing your laptop with it might not be the worst idea. More

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    This handy phone accessory is my new must-have for work and travel

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Hohem iSteady M7 phone gimbal is available now on Amazon for $269. The M7 is the best phone gimbal you can buy for the money, thanks to its reliable tracking. Make sure you install the Hohem Joy app before using the gimbal. –> The Hohem iSteady M7 gimbal<!–> is one […] More

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    Technology that changed us: The 2000s, from iPhone to Twitter

    Jon Furniss/Getty Images Editor’s Note: ZDNET’s “Technology that Changed Us” series was first published in 2018. We’ve updated this installment to improve its accuracy and ensure that it reflects recent technology developments. In this 50-year retrospective, we’re looking at technologies that had an impact on the world, paved the way for the future, and changed […] More