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    Google can read your Docs to you now

    Lance Whitney / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysYou can listen to your Google Docs documents read aloud.Control the playback and let other people listen to the document.Feature is available to Workspace, AI Pro, and AI Ultra users.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

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    Adobe just gave the PDF its biggest glow-up in 30 years

    Adobe / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysAdobe launches Acrobat Studio for $24.99 per month.AI assistants summarize, analyze, and help create your documents.PDF Spaces centralize your files for collaboration and sharing.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

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    Why my new favorite Samsung tablet model isn’t the FE or Ultra (and it’s full of surprises)

    Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro is available starting at $659 for the 128GB version, with 5G models starting at $769. It’s an exceptionally rugged tablet with removable dual batteries and software updates for eight years. RAM is a bit limited at 6GB, and the included […] More

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    Sling TV offers a new $20 bundle for budget streamers – here’s what’s included

    Thomas Fuller/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways Sling TV has a new starter-level tier, Sling Select. Sling also now offers a free service, Sling FreeStream, and limited-time “Pass” services. Sling TV is not the only low-end live-TV service. Its rivals are Frndly TV and Philo.  Sling TV<!–> has launched a new live TV […] More

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    I’m a longtime Pixel user – and I still wouldn’t buy one at this moment

    Kerry Wan/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysGoogle will unveil the Pixel 10 series tomorrow, making it the best time to consider which model – new or old – to purchase.Key upgrades with the new Pixel 10 series include a MagSafe-like charging capability, the Tensor G5 chip, and enhanced AI tools.The release of the newer model should further lower the price for older models like the Pixel 9 series.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

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    Sony’s newest headphones are for WH-1000XM6 fans who love to game – and I can attest to that

    Sony InZone H9 II <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Sony’s InZone H9 II headset is available now for $349. Their 360-degree spatial sound allows for immersive audio (especially for FPS games) while the detachable mic turns them into a great pair of everyday headphones. The black matte texture is a fingerprint magnet. more buying choices Get […] More