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The iPad Mini may finally get the display upgrade I’ve been waiting for – but there’s a caveat
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Drawer full of USB cables? This tiny tester tells you which ones actually work as advertised
Treedix multifunction USB cable tester <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Treedix multifunction USB cable tester is available on Amazon for $42. This handy, pocket-sized USB cable can run a handful of tests, and has an easy-to-read display. It’s a niche gadget that won’t be necessary for everyone. –> Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on […] More
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I tucked a stealthy $15 tracker into my favorite jacket – now I no longer travel without it
Elevation Lab TagVault fabric mounting tag <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Elevation Lab’s TagVault is $14.99 on Amazon, and comes in two- and four-packs. The tag is a discreet solution to installing AirTags in backpacks, jackets, or other fabric articles, and is tough enough to withstand a lot of abuse. Put some thought into where you […] More
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The secret to a successful AI rollout? It’s all about timing – and these 5 factors
PM Images / DigitalVision / Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Most AI projects get stuck at the starting gate. Reaching the goal successfully is all about timing. Manage change and link investments to outcomes. The near-instant content-generating powers of generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT […] More
Is that video AI? 6 tell-tale signs it’s a deepfake
Last but not least, ask yourself if what you just watched seems even remotely possible or too funny, cute, or amazing to be real. It probably is, if that’s the case. I remember last year, when those videos of babies walking the runway started popping up, my aunt shared one on Facebook and gushed about how adorable it was to see the babies all dressed up like tiny models. Seriously.Also: I tried the new Sora 2 to generate AI videos – and the results were pure sorceryThe thing is, babies this age usually can’t walk yet, at least not that well. That issue should’ve been the first red flag. But AI is good at playing on our emotions, especially when it comes to adorable, hilarious, or shocking content. Even when it’s not as blatantly impossible as runway-walking infants, the same rule applies. Maybe it’s a video of animals pulling off heroic stunts, performing suspiciously well-timed tricks, or just acting ridiculous. Take that viral clip of cats running all over a woman in bed at night, for instance. It tricked millions of people into thinking it was genuine — until someone revealed it was AI-generated. More
This is the only power bank I’ll ever need for traveling (especially when there’s no Wi-Fi)
Baseus EnerGeek GX11 power bank <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Baseus EnerGeek GX11 is a power bank and 4G hotspot in one for $129 on Amazon. Its built-in SIM-free hotspot works in over 150 countries, and is a no-fuss way to get online. The global data plans are pricey but the regional plans are much […] More
I tried a $400 Android phone that looks dull on paper, and I couldn’t put it down
TCL Nxtpaper 60 Ultra <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The TCL Nxtpaper 60 Ultra is currently available in Europe for €449 for the 256GB version or €499 for 512GB. It has a large, 7.2-inch screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate that mimics an e-Ink display and a pleasant writing experience with the stylus. It’s not […] More
This tiny tester that tells me what USB cables actually work is my best investment yet
Treedix multifunction USB cable tester <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Treedix multifunction USB cable tester is available on Amazon for $42. This handy, pocket-sized USB cable can run a handful of tests, and has an easy-to-read display. It’s a niche gadget that won’t be necessary for everyone. –> Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on […] More
