MirageC/Moment via Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Learn Your Way is now available in Google Labs. Google’s education-centered AI models personalize material. AI companies continue to market study tools to younger users. Google is introducing a new way to interact with textbooks, using gen AI to personalize […] More
When is October Prime Day 2025? Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale, otherwise known as October Prime Day, runs over Oct. 7 and 8, back to the usual two-day sale extravaganza, and not the four days that we saw back in July. Are gadgets like chargers and power banks really cheaper on Prime Day? I watch prices closely, and yes, I can say with absolute certainty that you can find lots of great deals during the Amazon Prime Day sales. In fact, I’ve found some absolute killer deals to share with you here in the run-up to the event. How did we choose these October Prime Day deals? Here at ZDNET, I only write about deals that interest me — the devices and gear I desire, need, or would recommend. I look for the best possible deal and seek out those things that are only occasionally on sale. I use established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. I also pay attention to customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals I’m recommending. I’m one person testing one thing, so it’s useful to get a broader sampling. The goal is to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. More
When is October Prime Day 2025? Amazon announced the arrival of October Prime Day 2025 today. It will be a two-day event in early October. The official dates are set as October 7-8, but expect more deals to go live as we head towards the big sale.Are smartphones really cheaper on Prime Day? Yes, smartphones are cheaper on Prime Day, especially now in October. This sale is commencing right before the big events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so prices are unlikely to drop further. Grab the deals before they expire.How did we choose these October Prime Day deals? ZDNET only writes about deals we want to buy. We consider products from our personal experience with each one of them. These are the phones that we desire, need, or would recommend. Our experts looked for deals that were at least 20% off (or are hardly ever on sale), using established price comparison tools and trackers to determine whether the deal is actually on sale and how frequently it drops. We aim to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. So, we also looked over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the deals we’re recommending. Our recommendations may also be based on our own testing — in addition to extensive research and comparison shopping. More
AT&T Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways AT&T’s digital receptionist will use AI to screen your calls. The goal is to determine if a call is legitimate or spam. The feature will roll out this year as a test for select AT&T customers. How often do you receive […] More
Sony Bravia Theater System 6 <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Bravia Theater System 6 consists of a center channel soundbar, two rear speakers, and an external subwoofer for $800. It offers great sound, in-app Bravia audio features, and a simple user experience. Without Wi-Fi connectivity, many wireless streaming options are unavailable, but the movie and […] More
BlackJack3D/iStock/Getty Images Plus Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways The global VPN market is set to grow by 17.4% (CAGR) by 2030. Growth drivers include remote work, cloud tech, and data security. VPNs also protect against censorship and surveillance. Analysts predict that the worldwide Virtual Private Network (VPN) market will grow […] More
Status Pro X earbuds <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Status Pro X earbuds are available for preorder on the official site for $249. These earbuds produce some of the best audio I’ve ever heard. You have to insert them just right to get the best fit. –> Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. […] More
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