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Virtual private networks (VPNs) protect your privacy online, whether you are browsing the internet at home or joining a public Wi-Fi network. While they’re not a silver bullet, they can seriously improve your security when using any device, including mobile devices that give you access to social media, email, and financial services. Also: The best VPNs for AndroidWhile no service can guarantee absolute anonymity, you should always opt for a reputable VPN service with dedicated Android and iOS apps when you need a mobile-friendly VPN. If you rely on a mobile device while you’re away from home, you can also use a VPN to access your streaming services from a different location than your home network.Also: The best VPNs for iPhone and iPadWhat is the best mobile VPN right now?Our pick for the best mobile VPN overall is NordVPN More

Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images ChatGPT creator OpenAI says the AI tool has 250 million “active weekly users” and most of its revenue comes from consumers. “We have been wowed at just the pace of growth, particularly on the consumer side,” said OpenAI’s chief financial officer, Sarah Friar, as she disclosed the number of subscribers in […] More

Jason Perlow/ZDNETAt WebexOne 2024, Cisco announced major advancements in AI and XR for its Webex platform, redefining what collaboration can mean for businesses today. Held at the Diplomat Resort in Hollywood, Florida, the third annual WebexOne showcased Cisco’s expansion from a video conferencing platform into a sophisticated suite that supports AI-driven workspaces, immersive customer experience solutions, and cutting-edge XR technologies. Also: XR, digital twins, and spatial computing: An enterprise guideSince its $3.2 billion acquisition of Webex in 2007, Cisco has leveraged the platform as a foundation for redefining business collaboration, evolving far beyond the expectations of Webex Communications, Inc.’s founders.[embedded content]AI-enabled partnership with Nvidia powers Cisco’s evolutionCisco’s commitment to AI began with its long-standing partnership with Nvidia in 2015. Leveraging Nvidia’s high-performance GPUs, Cisco has enhanced video quality, enabled real-time processing, and introduced advanced AI functionalities that facilitate spatial meetings, laying the groundwork for its XR integrations with Apple’s Vision Pro. Cisco’s Cisco’s EVP and Chief Product Officer Jeetu Patel emphasized the importance of this foundational partnership: “We’re focused on providing the infrastructure for AI — low-latency networking, high-performance systems — all of which position us as leaders in AI-driven enterprise solutions.”Also: What is spatial computing and how does it work?Patel explained that Nvidia’s processing capabilities have enabled Cisco to develop intelligent collaboration tools to keep pace with the complex requirements of hybrid and remote work environments. This partnership has fueled the evolution of AI within Webex and positioned Cisco to integrate seamlessly with Apple Vision Pro, opening the door to immersive, spatial collaboration experiences. More

Digital Vision./Getty Images Sitting for hours in one place on long flights without access to some of life’s comforts and conveniences can be dreadful. In those situations, your devices are the only real escape, but that experience is entirely dictated by your internet connection, which is typically weak on flights — until now.  Also: The […] More

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Jason Hiner/ZDNETIt’s often two steps forward and one step back when it comes to Apple products. The tech giant will create something that pushes the envelope of what’s possible with personal computers, but at the same time, it will kneecap its efforts with strange, unpopular design choices.Also: Apple will pay you up to $1 million if you can hack into Apple Intelligence serversRecently, Apple announced it is revamping its iMac and MacBook lines by equipping them with the brand’s new M4 processor, which is said to deliver “next-generation performance.” In addition to the chipset, the company also launched color-matching accessories that, after years of begging, finally have USB-C ports. The series consists of three Magic Keyboards, a refreshed Magic Trackpad, and a new Magic Mouse More

Sony Bravia X90L 4K LED TV Jason Hiner/ZDNETWhat’s the deal?The Sony Bravia X90L More

imaginima/Getty Images AI tools — like people — cannot read minds. As a result, they need effective communication to carry out tasks. When using AI models, that communication is called a prompt, which humans input into a chatbot to get a certain outcome. Productive prompting is a key to successful interaction with AI, and Google’s […] More