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    I tested Dell’s new productivity earbuds, and they outperform my AirPods Pro on work calls

    Dell Pro Plus wireless earbuds <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Dell Pro Plus earbuds are available now for $230. They’re meant primarily for professional users, with exceptional call clarity, reliable multi-device support, and a long battery life. The touch controls are finicky, and sound can creep in past the ANC. –> Follow ZDNET: Add us as […] More

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    This new cyberattack tricks you into hacking yourself. Here’s how to spot it

    Shalitha Ranathunge/iStock/Getty Images Plus Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways The ClickFix social engineering tactic is rising in popularity. Microsoft said this initial access method was recorded in 47% of attacks. Traditional phishing protections won’t work. Changing your behavior will. Microsoft is warning that ClickFix social engineering attacks have become […] More

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    You’re reading more AI-generated content than you think

    Ekaterina Goncharova/Moment/Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways  Over half of new published articles are AI-generated.  However, the percentage of AI-generated articles is plateauing.  AI-generated articles don’t perform well in search. You aren’t imagining it: There is more AI slop on the internet. In fact, half of the articles […] More

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    This free Google AI course could transform how you research and write – but act fast

    400tmax/iStock Unreleased/Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways This free AI course teaches research, writing, and engagement tools. The four-week program covers Gemini, NotebookLM, and Pinpoint. Writers, creators, and journalists will gain practical, free training. We’ve all seen the ad pitches that end with “act before midnight tonight.” Well, […] More

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    I compared the Sony Bravia 8 II to competing OLED TVs, and it settled my buying decision

    Sony Bravia 8 II TV <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Sony’s flagship TV delivers fantastic picture and audio quality. There’s plenty of flexibility with fine-tuning image and audio settings. The screen doesn’t get as bright as competing models, making the TV less ideal in brightly-lit spaces. more buying choices Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source–> on […] More