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    Samsung’s new flagship laptop rivals the MacBook Pro in all the right ways

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways You can buy the latest Galaxy Book5 Pro for a starting retail price of $1,349. It sports a brilliant 3K touchscreen and large touchpad, plus Intel’s Lunar Lake chip delivers next-gen performance. Despite the better hardware, this laptop shares some design flaws as its predecessor. –> Through Samsung’s trade-in program, you […] More

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    Tariff war has tech buyers wondering what’s next. Here’s what we know

    Getty Images/Marcela Barsse Technology permeates nearly every dimension of our lives. Yet, much of that tech, whether the finished product or the component parts, is made overseas and shipped to the US. This is especially true for the chips and processors powering all our devices and AI advancements.  As a result, the Trump Administration’s latest […] More

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    Are smart planters legit? I tested one at home for 45 days, and here’s how it went

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Plantaform Rejuvenate is a smart indoor garden available for $540. It’s an all-in-one garden structure that only requires power for the grow lights and for you to add water and the included fertilizer when it runs low; thankfully, the app gives you notifications and detailed instructions. Unfortunately, you can’t easily […] More

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    Your TV’s USB port is seriously underrated: 5 benefits you’re not taking advantage of

    Kerry Wan/ZDNETAfter the initial setup, most people rarely engage directly with their smart TV. With wireless connectivity, phone apps, and remote controls, there’s little need to. Tucked next to the essential HDMI ports, a USB 2.0 port — likely sitting unnoticed on the back or side panel — offers more potential than you might expect.  Also: 5 easy ways to instantly improve your soundbar’s audio (without spending a dime)USB ports are easy to overlook, but they’re a standard feature on most TVs — and more useful than you might think. Here are five clever ways to make the most of them. More

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    5 ways to manage your team more effectively in the AI-enabled enterprise

    zhengshun tang/Getty Images Experts agree that artificial intelligence (AI) will change the workplace forever, but there’s little consensus on how employees will cope with this transformation.  Research suggests only 30% of C-suite leaders feel confident in their change capabilities, and even fewer (25%) believe their teams are ready to embrace change. Also: Is your business […] More