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Miller/ZDNETSony just launched its new generation of luxury headphones. The verdict? Sony’s newest WH-1000XM6 are spectacular headphones. But let’s not forget about its predecessor, the WH-1000XM5 More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Twelve South’s PlugBug is a wall charger optimized for iOS, offering native Find My support. It’s especially convenient for frequent flyers who are prone to misplacing their vital charging cables. The device is pricey but worth it for its bulk, versatility, and convenience. –> The PlugBug Travel 120W<!–> is currently on […] More
The Samsung Odyssey G8 monitor. Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETWhether you’re a PC gamer looking to upgrade your setup or prefer ultra-wide screens for productivity, you can snag the Samsung Odyssey G9 49-inch More
Apple Watch Series 10 with Nomad Sport band Prakhar Khanna/ZDNETWith the unofficial start to summer incoming this weekend, now’s a great chance to scoop up one of Apple’s health-tracking smartwatches for its best price yet during early Memorial Day sales. Select models of the 42mm Watch Series 10 More
Alexander Spatari/Getty Images Small businesses are integral to the economic strength and growth of the communities they serve. From mom-and-pop stores to smaller specialized product and service providers, these businesses use local talent to add value. Special Feature In terms of economic strength, however, they also tend to be more fragile. Whereas larger firms often […] More
June Wan/ZDNETFor years, Apple users juggled a collection of Lightning cables: one for the iPhone, maybe another for an older iPad, and then a USB-C for their MacBooks. Thankfully, times have changed since the release of the iPhone 15.A generation later, the iPhone 16 is now firmly in the USB-C camp. That little port at the bottom of your device is more than just a power inlet; it’s a gateway to a surprising array of functionalities that can transform how you use your phone. Also: Your car’s USB port is seriously underrated: 5 features you’re not using enoughIf you’ve only been using it to charge up, you’re missing out on a world of convenience and capability. Let’s dive into what that single port can really do.1. Streamline your charging setupThis is the most obvious (and probably most universally appreciated) benefit: one cable to rule them all. The move to USB-C means iPhone owners can finally use the same charger and cable for their iPhone, iPad, MacBook, and a slew of other gadgets, such as cameras, headphones — even many Android devices. Say you’re packing for a trip. Instead of a tangled mess of different wires, one USB-C cable and a compatible power brick might be all you need. This standardization was partly nudged along by regulations like the European Union’s common charger mandate, which went into effect in December 2024. Consequently, this transition isn’t just convenient; it’s a win for reducing electronic waste. Fewer cables manufactured only to end up in a landfill is a small but significant step in the right ecological direction. More
Photo by I-HWA CHENG/AFP via Getty Images Nvidia co-founder and chief executive Jensen Huang kicked off the annual Computex conference in Taipei, Taiwan on Monday with several announcements showcasing how its technology is being deployed across the island nation. The sum total of the announcements is nothing less than Taiwan being a giant engine of Nvidia […] More
OpenAI / ZDNETOpenAI’s new Codex agent is essentially a vibe-coding environment based on a ChatGPT-like comment interface. As much as the vibe-coding idea seems like a meme for wannabe cool-kid coders, the new Codex agent is impressive as heck.Also: What is AI vibe coding? It’s all the rage but it’s not for everyone – here’s whyOpenAI described Codex as a research preview still under active development. Right now, it’s available to Pro, Enterprise, and Team-tier ChatGPT users, but it’s expected to release to Plus and Edu users “soon.” According to the recording of OpenAI’s announcement livestream, the Codex name has been applied to an evolving coding tool since as far back as 2021. That said, when I refer to Codex in this article, I’m talking about the new version being announced now. What is Codex?I haven’t had the opportunity to get hands-on with Codex yet, so I’m taking everything I’m sharing with you from information provided by OpenAI. When I watched the announcement, I noticed that even the engineers seemed a little shocked at how capable this tool is. Codex lives on OpenAI’s servers and interacts with your GitHub repositories. If the demo is to be believed (and OpenAI has repeatedly proven that unbelievable demos are real), Codex basically acts like another programmer on your team. Also: 10 professional developers on vibe coding’s true promise and perilYou can tell it to fix a series of bugs, and it will go off and do just that. It asks you to approve coding changes, although it looks like it can also just go ahead and modify code. You can ask it to analyze and modify code, look for specific problems, identify problem areas and room for improvement, and other coding and maintenance tasks. Each assignment spawns off a new virtual environment where the AI can go all the way from concept and design to unit testing. More
