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M1 MacBook Pro, the first of many laptops with Apple’s own silicon. Jason Cipriani/ZDNETWWDC 2025 is a big day for Apple users since it’s when the tech giant previews future updates. This year, we saw the introduction of a robust UI redesign called Liquid Glass. But sometimes the most important news comes after the keynote presentation.Also: How to install MacOS 26 on your MacBook (and which models support it)During the Platforms State of the Union on Monday, Apple announced that MacOS 26 Tahoe will be the final version of the operating system that will roll out to Intel-based Mac computers. This means that starting in 2026, you must own an M1 or newer MacBook to receive all the improvements and new features that MacOS 27 will bring. More

Astragal/Getty Whether you’re a casual or serious gamer, the right platform is important. To some, the only way to game is via console, such as the Nintendo Switch (or, if you’re lucky enough to have purchased one, the Switch 2). For others, gaming on a PC is the best route. If you fall into the […] More

Roku Roku just announced the launch of its 2025 lineup of Roku-made televisions<!–>, including the Roku Select, Roku Plus, and Roku Pro Series. The full 2025 lineup features upgrades to its earlier generation, including simplified cable management, easy-to-reach ports, a faster, built-in remote finder, and a more responsive user experience.  Also: Your Apple TV is […] More

blackdovfx/Getty Images Defensive strategies have always been vulnerable to technological innovation. Back in the day, big thick fortress walls were the state of the art, until attackers learned how to hurl objects over the walls and later fly over and drop munitions. Hand-coded messages encrypted with complex ciphers were once thought to be unbreakable, until […] More

NurPhoto/Getty Images Every company and its dog will happily chew your ear off about its AI offerings. Much of this is — how shall we say? — junk. But Cisco is a different story. Cisco really is an AI powerhouse, thanks in no small part to its hand-in-glove Nvidia partnership.  Today, at Cisco Live, its […] More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETHow many irrelevant notifications are you receiving on a given day? Too many, probably. You can flick them away with this new Apple Watch feature the tech giant debuted at its annual developer conference. Wrist Flick is the latest hand gesture that Apple Watch wearers can use to dismiss messages or notifications they aren’t ready to answer just yet. Debuting on WatchOS 26, the gesture, which is activated by turning the wrist, dismisses notifications, timers, alarms, incoming calls, and Siri, Apple said in its press release. Also: Your Apple Watch is getting a major upgrade. Here are the best features coming to Watch OS 26Wrist Flick builds on the Apple Watch’s Double Tap feature, used for accepting calls or responding to text messages. These hand gestures allow for a nearly hands-free experience, eliminating multiple taps or two-handed dismissals. They’re great for when you’ve got your hands full with groceries or are carrying a sleeping kid in your arms and don’t want the pings around your wrist waking them.As someone who constantly receives notifications from unused Slack channels or an endless barrage of group chat messages, I’m looking forward to using this feature to dismiss the constant pings easily.  Also: Every Apple Watch that will get Watch OS 26During Apple’s WWDC 2025 event on Monday, the company announced several software updates across its device lineup. One of the biggest developments is the Liquid Glass design overhaul coming to every iOS device. This design update creates a clearer and richer interface and turns the notifications, icons, and apps from opaque to clear to blend in with the device’s background display.  More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3 is available now for $549. It features a gorgeous display, dual USB-C ports, and excellent performance with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip. If you’re looking for a big-screen tablet with a stylus, you’ll likely find the eight-inch screen too small. –> <!–> may […] More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETApple just announced a list of new features for MacOS 26 “Tahoe” at WWDC, and we’re seeing some compelling visual UI design, more cross-device compatibility, and a more open Apple Intelligence. But not all of the features are brand new; in fact, a handful of them have already been available in Windows (some, for many years). Also: Your Apple Watch is getting a major upgrade. Here are the best features in WatchOS 26One thing Apple does well is deliver a clean, sleek UI, and the new “Liquid Glass” design theme looks undeniably good. But Windows geat Apple to these four features, even though they’re new to Mac. 1. Window tiling  More