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    This $25 wireless charger is better than Apple’s product (and comes with a long cord)

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Anker MagGo Qi2 magnetic wireless charger pad is available for only $25. It’s a cheap high-speed Qi2 compatible wireless charger, but well-built and features a long cord. There is no charger included with the standard option (this kit costs an additional $9). –> Recently, I’ve seen more and more power […] More

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    Aqara’s first outdoor camera is this smart home enthusiast’s dream device – here’s why

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro is available for $180 for the Wi-Fi version and $200 for the PoE version This indoor/outdoor security camera doubles as a smart home hub, features 1520p resolution for crystal-clear images, RTSP support, and has a built-in NPU to process video with AI for visual recognition […] More

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    The 13 best headphones of 2025

    A good pair of headphones can be your best friend, but choosing the right pair is a personal experience. Maybe you want headphones with strong noise-canceling properties to take on your daily commute. Perhaps you want headphones that can hang during your intense workouts or ones that simply work well and won’t break the bank.No matter your headphone needs, there’s a pair for everybody, and you shouldn’t be toting a pair that doesn’t best serve you. Each pair of headphones has different strengths in different categories, and we included 12 pairs of headphones and earbuds ranging from $180 to $449 to help you find the perfect pair.What are the best headphones right now?After extensively testing all of the top headphones available today, my favorite everyday premium headphones are the Bose QuietComfort Ultra More

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    I recommend this powerful Asus laptop to more than just gamers – especially at its new price

    <!–> 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

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    This social media shift could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for

    Tim Robberts/Getty Images I’m officially convinced we are living in the weirdest timeline. 🤨 Let me explain. A few weeks ago, TikTok was banned and subsequently unbanned, but that isn’t the weird part. The weird part is the reaction to the ban. Apple and Samsung devices with TikTok still installed sold for as much as […] More

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    Mistral’s new AI model specializes in Arabic and related languages

    chrispecoraro/Getty Images Paris-based AI startup Mistral is focusing on providing large language models (LLMs) that understand regional-specific languages and are tailored to grasp the cultural nuances sometimes overlooked in larger, more general-purpose models trained to be versed in multiple languages.  Mistral has released its first “specialized” regional language-focused model, Saba. According to Mistral, the 24-billion-parameter model has been […] More

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    The head of US AI safety has stepped down. What now?

    Floriana/Getty Images In October 2023, former president Joe Biden signed an executive order that included several measures for regulating AI. On his first day in office, President Trump overturned it, replacing it a few days later with his own order on AI in the US. This week, some government agencies that enforce AI regulation were […] More