Andriy Onufriyenko/Getty Images Public Wi-Fi networks are a nice commodity in the modern world, although they can often be frustrating. We’ve all experienced connections slowing down or even disconnecting while working on a laptop at a coffee shop. Over at CES 2025, both Asus and Acer previewed portable Wi-Fi adapters that can improve the user […] More
Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETDell announced a handful of new laptops at CES 2025, and if you’re a little confused looking at their names, you’re not alone. The company rebranded its entire portfolio, consolidating the names of the models we’re familiar with into the Dell, Dell Pro, and Dell Pro Max. The new naming convention might look strangely familiar (Mac or iPhone, anyone?), but Dell insists the original products themselves aren’t going anywhere — they’re just organized now. For example, the XPS line is now housed under the “Dell Premium” label, the Inspiron line is simply “Dell,” and the Latitude devices fall under “Dell Pro,” to name the big ones. Also: CES 2025: The 13 most impressive products so farAdditionally, the Dell Pro lineup occupies devices that previously would have fallen under the Latitude name, which have been further split up into the Dell Pro Plus and Dell Pro Premium products, aimed at the commercial consumer. Beyond its consumer side, Dell announced some sleek-looking new Alienware gaming devices with the Area-51 series: both a 16-inch and 18-inch laptop, as well as a desktop. The new laptops include some big hardware and design updates, so let’s break down what’s new. 1. Dell Pro 14 and Dell Pro 16 More
Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETGoogle has been a fierce competitor in the AI space with its Gemini assistant, which powers its chatbot and voice assistant on devices. Now, the company is infusing Gemini into Google TV to level up your home entertainment.1. Google Assistant replacementGoogle’s releases at CES 2025 are focused on improving your Google TV experience. One of the biggest updates is the integration of Gemini capabilities on Google TV. This will replace Google Assistant with a much more capable voice assistant, which will help the assistant better understand your requests and provide better assistance.Also: CES 2025: The 13 most impressive products so farWith the upgrade, you’ll now be able to speak to it more seamlessly, using natural language and conversing with Google TV without needing to say “Hey Google,” and using conversational queries to find what you are looking for. For example, in the demo below, the user asked to see movies like Jurassic Park, but for kids. Gemini was able to understand what they meant and provide options.2. Ask more complex queriesUsers can also now ask more complex queries you typically wouldn’t ask the Google Assistant on Google TV. For example, in a demo, the user asked, “Tell me about the solar system for a third grader,” and “Help me plan a vacation spot with great beaches.” In both instances, Gemini was able to quickly generate the answer and display it on the TV, presented in the same way as the photo above.Also: The Google TV Streamer pleasantly surprised me – and I’m an extreme cord cutterRelated YouTube videos will also accompany Gemini answers, since when looking for something on TV, you are likely looking for visual content over standard web text content. You will also be able to use your voice to create AI-generated screensavers and to control your smart home devices more easily. More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways While technically a gaming laptop, the new Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 may actually do more for the professional user than the average gamer. Its long battery life, feature-packed keyboard, and OLED display allow users to tackle the workday with ease and comfort. However, the laptop comes stuffed with bloatware that takes […] More
Maria Diaz/ZDNETIn recent years, we’ve seen Anker taking to the CES stage to introduce new mobile charging accessories, and this year, the company unveiled two additions to meet your charging needs on the go and at home. On Monday, a day before the official kickoff of CES, Anker introduced the Anker 165W Fast Charging Power Bank and the Anker Charger 140W with display, both of which are now available for purchase.Also: CES 2025: The 13 most impressive products so farThe Anker Power 165W Bank packs 25,000 mAh into a compact form factor the size of a soda can, capable of charging a 13-inch MacBook Air 1.2 times or an iPhone 14 about 4.5 times, according to Anker. The charger comes with three USB-C ports and two retractable cables, an 8-inch and 28-inch. More
Kerry Wan/ZDNETAt CES 2025, Lenovo came in hot with over 60 new product announcements, including a laptop with a rollable display, a sleek and lightweight ThinkPad (that resembles a MacBook more than a ThinkPad), and some exciting proof of concepts that showcase some wild ideas going on behind the scenes. Also: CES 2025: The 13 most impressive products so farThe meat of the product announcements, however, come from updates and refreshes across the company’s sprawling laptop lineup, including new Yoga and Yoga Book devices, a few new tablets, and a handful of desktop and all-in-one models. Here’s a broad overview of what was just announced. More
Razer At CES this week, Razer announced the latest in its lineup of flagship gaming laptops with the Razer Blade 16 (2025), its thinnest laptop ever, measuring just 0.59 inches thick. Building on its brand recognition as a mobile but high-performing gaming laptop, Razer upped the ante with a 32% thinner form factor than the previous […] More
Hyper Products Accessory brand Hyper announced a handful of products at CES 2025, but one of the standouts is its new premium trackpad for Windows devices, the HyperSpace Trackpad Pro — a haptic touchpad with loads of customizable features that could finally convince me to ditch my mouse. Hyper’s Trackpad Pro is designed to be a premium […] More
