Clicks Last month, Motorola unveiled three new Razr flip phones, including a first-ever ‘Ultra’ model that ZDNET’s smartphone expert Kerry Wan says is “feature-packed, fashionably styled, and unsurprisingly expensive.” The new Razr models, which start at $799, are finally available for preorder in the US at retailers like Best Buy<!–>, Amazon–>, and Motorola<!–>. The devices will […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Amazfit Active 2 is available starting at $99, depending on the band. The watch is small, lasts up to 10 days, has a brilliant AMOLED display, measures an extensive amount of data, and is inexpensive The small size is great for many people, but may also not be the right […] More
Jean-Luc Ichard/Getty Images I know you’ve heard of gamification, but have you ever heard of festification? That’s what Microsoft did last month and is continuing until May 28, with the Microsoft AI Skills Fest. It’s a little odd, but it also looks like it might be a heck of a lot of fun. And you […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Yamaha True X Bar 50A is available now at a discount, with surround speakers sold separately (and individually). The sound produced by these speakers is rich, deep, well-blended, and spacious. I just wish the setup process was more seamless and simple. more buying choices For months, I was one hundred […] More
Kerry Wan/ZDNETSoundbars are gaining in popularity because of their sleek design and ability to provide an ample boost in audio quality compared to built-in TV speakers. Even with their plug-and-play nature, you can make a few modifications to help unleash the best possible sound quality. Also: Your Roku TV is getting 5 useful updates for free – including a Roku City shortcutWhether you’re new to soundbar setups or a self-proclaimed audiophile, familiarizing yourself with some key settings can take your viewing and listening experience to new heights. Read on for five pointers on how to optimize your soundbar’s performance. More
MirageC/Getty Images Multimodal AI, which can ingest content in non-text formats like audio and images, has leveled up the data that large language models (LLMs) can parse. However, new research from security specialist Enkrypt AI suggests these models are also more susceptible to novel jailbreak techniques. Also: Anthropic finds alarming ’emerging trends’ in Claude misuse […] More
MicroStockHub/Getty Images Every spring, new grads rush to the job market to land their first role. However, with little real-world experience, it can be tough to land a position, and federal data shows recent college graduates are especially feeling the squeeze. Also: Only 8% of Americans would pay extra for AI, according to ZDNET-Aberdeen research […] More
Intel RIP, 486 processor. You’ve had a long run since Intel released you back in 1989. While Microsoft stopped supporting you with the release of Windows XP in 2001, Linux kept you alive and well for another 20+ years. But all good things must come to an end, and with the forthcoming release of the […] More
