<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways OnePlus 13R costs $599 and features a bright display, powerful performance, and fast charging. It doesn’t have a flagship camera system and wireless charging. But for the money, you won’t find a more balanced handset. more buying choices For a limited time, you can purchase the OnePlus 13R–> off the company’s online […] More
Microsoft Imagine an AI agent that can not only conduct research on the web but also interact with websites to accomplish specific tasks — all on its own. That’s the idea behind a new innovation from Microsoft. On Wednesday, the software giant announced an interactive new skill designed to empower the AI agents that people […] More
ZDNET conducted expert research using our hands-own knowledge with various iPhone 15 models and prior experience with screen protectors for other devices. We spent time considering individual needs and wants for screen protectors, and prioritizing elements like cost, material, durability, extra features, and more. We considered the screen protectors we’re currently using, ones we’ve used before, and options that we haven’t personally tested, to provide a curated list of both hands-on tested and expert researched picks. If we think another product is worth your money, we’ll update this list or write up a spotlight review highlighting its best qualities and specifying who it’s for. Plus, we are routinely scouring the web for new products that are worthy of testing, and following news on product rollouts and upgrades, and sourcing the best deals. We know buying anything in the current economy is not just for your whims, and that’s why we build our lists to match different needs and budgets — and why our picks are expert-tested or expert-vetted. More
Enrique Aguirre Aves/Getty Images So, you’ve decided to jump to the Linux operating system, and a spare laptop is the best way to go. After installing the open-source operating system, you log in, start using it, and find it far easier than you thought. You also find that Linux is running a bit slow. I’m […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Motorola’s Moto G is available from the company’s website for $200. The smartphone boasts a long-lasting battery, booming speakers, and a solid camera array. However, I wouldn’t call it a “pocket-sized theater” due to its sub-standard screen. more buying choices In a world where flagship smartphones can cost $1,000 or more, […] More
Google Pixel phones are known for their clean software, artificial intelligence features, and availability in every price segment. The flagship lineup includes four Pixel phones — the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. The Pixel 9a recently joined the ranks as the most affordable Google phone on the market. It costs about half what you’d pay for the Pixel 9 or Pixel 9 Pro Fold. You should opt for a Google Pixel phone for its exclusive software features, cameras, Pixel user interface (UI), and long-term software support. The latest devices also include new AI features and camera smarts with the help of Google Gemini. It can be confusing to choose which Google phone is best for you, given the lineup. We have tested all the Google Pixel phones to help you decide which is the perfect choice for you.What is the best Google Pixel phone right now? At ZDNET, we’ve reviewed all of the Google Pixel phones available to help you find the best Pixel phone for you. Our current pick for the best Google Pixel phone is the Pixel 9 Pro XL More
Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETFollowing the recent launch of a new family of GPT-4.1 models, OpenAI released o3 and o4-mini on Wednesday, the latest addition to its existing line of reasoning models. The o3 model, previewed in December, is OpenAI’s most advanced reasoning model to date, while o4-mini is a smaller, cheaper, and faster model.Meet o3 and o4-mini Simply put, reasoning models are trained to “think before they speak,” meaning they take more time to process the prompt but provide higher-quality responses. As a result, like older models, o3 and o4-mini show strong and even improved performance in coding, math, and science tasks. However, they also have an important new addition: visual understanding. Also: How to use ChatGPT: A beginner’s guide to the most popular AI chatbotOpenAI o3 and o4-mini are OpenAI’s first models to “think with images.” OpenAI explains that this means the models don’t just see an image; they can actually use the visual information in their reasoning process. Users can also now upload images that are low quality or blurry, and the model will still be able to understand them. Another major first is that o3 and o4-mini can independently or agentically use all ChatGPT tools, including web browsing, Python, image understanding, and image generation, to better resolve complex, multi-step problems. OpenAI says this ability allows the new models to take “a step toward a more agentic ChatGPT that can independently execute tasks on your behalf.”Also: The top 20 AI tools of 2025 – and the #1 thing to remember when you use themIn the livestream launching the models, the team explained that the same way a person may use a calculator to deliver better results, the new models can now employ all of OpenAI’s advanced tools to deliver better results. For example, in a demo, the researcher fed a scientific research poster to o3. He prompted it to analyze the image and draw a conclusion that wasn’t included in the poster. To get the answer, o3 knew to browse the internet and zoomed into the image’s different elements to generate a conclusive answer, showcasing both its ability to use multiple tools on its own and to analyze images in detail. More
Aurzen If you’ve ever wanted an ultra-portable projector, one of the coolest products from this year’s CES and Mobile World Congress is finally available – and you can already score a discount. The Aurzen ZIP is a tri-folding, super-small projector that fits in your pocket. It lets you take entertainment or work presentations anywhere you […] More
