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Apple/ZDNETBlack Friday is still a few weeks away, but some retailers are offering seasonal savings much earlier. The new Apple Watch Series 10, released in September, is already one of the items seeing early holiday savings. The Watch Series 10 is now on sale for $349 at Walmart More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Fitbit Ace LTE is a kids’ smartwatch and fitness tracker that costs $230, with a proprietary Ace Pass LTE data plan costing $10 a month or $120 annually The Fitbit Ace LTE features a rich, kid-friendly platform that is easy to navigate, and the monthly fee is inexpensive However, the […] More
Getty Images/akinbostanci The rise of generative AI (gen AI) has allowed people to implement the technology into their everyday workflow to replace menial, repetitive tasks. However, what if the AI could do all the tasks for you? OpenAI is reportedly working on new models that can do just that. Also: Businesses must reinvent themselves in the age […] More
akinbostanci/Getty images The generative AI boom might have started with the launch of ChatGPT, but the technology has now been integrated into all kinds of productivity platforms designed to make our everyday workflows easier. A fear many people have when they hear about AI use in the workplace is that the technology will replace them. However, […] More
The clock strikes 4 PM, and the tedious monotony of your office day is beginning to hit. Your smartphone, that trusty sidekick you rely on for keeping you organized and productive, is gasping for life at a perilous 15% battery. Panic? That’s not your style. You recall your secret weapon – you have a power bank. With a swift move, you reach into your bag, pull out your trusty power bank, and hook it up to your device, turning the tide and keeping your productivity on point.A good power bank is a total game changer in the modern tech arsenal. New portable chargers can fuel everything from tiny earbuds all the way up to a high-end Apple MacBook Pro. Yet, the journey to find a top-notch, dependable one amidst the multitude of subpar knock-offs can be treacherous. Fear not, for I am here to be your guide, navigating you through the tech wilderness to uncover the perfect power bank that stands tall in quality, safety, and reliability.More: Best MagSafe battery packs of 2024: Expert testedWhat is the best power bank right now? I’ve rigorously tested hundreds — yes, literally hundreds — of power banks in recent years, putting me in the perfect position to identify which ones truly deserve your hard-earned money. My pick for the best power bank overall goes to the Anker Nano 10,000 mAh More
Need Microsoft Office, but don’t want to pay a yearly subscription to Office 365? Consider this deal on the latest Office Home & Business 2024 suite for Mac or PC from Stack Social for $160 (reg. $250) — that’s 36% off. The suite includes lifetime access to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote. Office 2024 features several improvements over the 2021 version, including AI integration, better performance and speed (particularly in Excel), more advanced content creation tools, and an improved user interface and accessibility features. One caveat: While Stack Social is an authorized Microsoft partner and offers “lifetime” access to Office, it is possible that Microsoft could end the license. But the site has been running these Microsoft deals for years, and I can personally vouch for them — I purchased an Office license from Stack Social about two years ago, and it’s still working on my personal MacBook today. This deal won’t give you the benefits of the latest Microsoft Office 365 subscription, either — but you won’t have to pay a $70 yearly fee to access Office apps, either. Windows users must have their OS updated to Windows 10 or 11, while Mac users should have at least MacOS Ventura or newer to download the software. You’ll need to redeem your code within 7 days of purchase to access your license.Get Microsoft Office Home & Business 2024 for Windows or Mac with this deal today. More
Kerry Wan/ZDNETGoogle’s Gemini app is now available to download on the iPhone App Store — after being spotted in regions like the Philippines a few days ago. Previously exclusive to Android devices, the dedicated app for the search giant’s artificial intelligence assistant allows users to type in prompts, leverage its multimodal capabilities, and even converse with Gemini Live for more natural exchanges. Notably, the Gemini app is a more streamlined way for iOS users to dial into Google’s AI chatbot, which previously required opening the more generalized Google Search app to access.Also: How Apple adding Google Gemini to iOS will make your iPhone more usefulYou can download the Gemini app for free by searching for it in the App Store, and the only requirement to use the AI features is a Google account. I’ve been testing the app for the past hour, and it’s nearly identical in function and user interface to its Android counterpart, which is great to see. In fact, if you’re on a Gemini Advanced plan, which gives you access to a more capable Gemini 1.5 Pro model and other cross-platform integrations, that, too, will function the same on the iOS app. More
blackdovfx/Getty Images Organizations feel pressure to accelerate their adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) but have yet to see the anticipated gains. This is coupled with the lack of necessary infrastructure to scale their deployments. According to Cisco’s 2024 AI Readiness Index, just 23% say they have the necessary GPUs to meet current and future AI demands. […] More
