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LG QNED80 tech specs – Screen size: 50-86 inches | Panel type: LED | Refresh rate: 120Hz | Resolution: 4K | HDR: HDR10 | Audio: Dolby Digital | Voice controls: Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Hey Google If you’re looking for a quality TV to use with your PlayStation 5, but also need to stick to a budget, the LG QNED80 is a great option. It’s available in screen sizes from as small as 50 inches to an impressive 86-inch version for dedicated gaming spaces and home theaters. And with an affordable price tag at any size, you won’t have to choose between buying a new TV and snagging a few games off your wish list. Also: The 5 best LG TVs you can buy And even at such a low price, the QNED80 still offers plenty of features that gamers have come to expect as-standard, such as: a 120Hz refresh rate, VRR support via AMD FreeSync, 4K resolution, HDR10 support, and Dolby audio. It even has a few exciting extras like Nvidia GeForce NOW support for cloud-based gaming, and a dedicated gaming dashboard for keeping tabs on refresh rates and picture settings in real-time.  ZDNET’s Artie Beaty was pleasantly surprised with the LG QNED80 when he got to test it out in person. He was impressed with the picture and sound quality for being considered an “entry-level” TV, though he did note that it only had one HDMI port that supports an ARC passthrough. So if you have multiple consoles as well as a soundbar, you’ll have to choose which console is connected to the only other HDMI 2.1 port for VRR support and higher refresh rates. Verified reviews at Amazon and Best Buy also praise the TV for its high-quality audio and picture, though a few do note that the screen has a glossy finish, which creates reflections and glare that can reduce viewing angles and visibility in bright environments. More

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Elon Musk shared this photo and wrote, “Our headquarters tonight.” Elon Musk/X Users have raised concerns over the way companies train generative AI tools using everyone’s data, often without permission. Now, you can add Elon Musk’s Grok to the list. Earlier this week, Musk proudly announced that Grok had started supercluster training, added some technobabble […] More

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Microsoft Microsoft has been a major player in the AI race and one of the first companies to unveil a chatbot that’s a worthy ChatGPT competitor — Copilot. Now, the company is returning its attention to the project that started it all: the Bing search engine.  On Wednesday, Microsoft unveiled a new generative search experience […] More

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Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images Today’s artificial intelligence (AI) systems possess many skills but typically fall short when it comes to tackling complex math problems. That’s why Google is excited that two of its DeepMind AI systems were able to solve several challenging problems posed in a prestigious math competition. In a new post published […] More

If you’re shopping for a lightweight, low-profile silent mouse that gets the job done, try the Logitech Pebble Mouse 2 M350s.The Pebble Mouse 2 M350s improves upon its predecessor by upping the battery life from 18 to 24 months on a single AA battery. Like the prior version, the Pebble Mouse 2 M350s has a slimline, flatter surface than most mice — which makes it ideal if you use a fingertip grip (only using your fingertips to move the mouse) or you find the typical mouse contour too extreme for your hand. Its practical and portable design features Logitech’s SilentTouch technology for quiet operation, even when scrolling. The mouse pairs with up to three Bluetooth devices and works with the extra-cost Logi Bolt USB receiver.ZDNET’s Kayla Solino said she loves using the similarly designed first-gen Pebble Mouse M350 in her everyday work-from-home setup. She said it’s easy to bring the mouse anywhere she wants to work in her house, from her standing desk to the kitchen table, and that the lightweight design makes it great for extended travels. “The Pebble M350 is a great option for traveling or for those without fancy features. It’s comfortable to use, quiet, and I love that I could pick from several colors to fit my office theme.” Logitech Pebble Mouse 2 M350s Tech features: 24-month battery life | Lightweight and compact design | Silent scroll wheel  More