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Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETDisney+ and Hulu have announced a suite of benefits for subscribers, with the launch of “always-on” Perks programs. Disney+ subscribers immediately have access to things like discounts, free trials, and sweepstakes, while Hulu plans to roll out its own rotating offers in a few days. The goal? To reward loyal users — and to give both services an edge over the competition. Also: 6 ways I save money on TV streaming without losing the shows I loveWhile streaming services have offered promotions and benefits in the past — like Amazon Prime and Prime Video subscribers gaining access to Prime Day deals — this is one of the first continuously updated, multi-brand loyalty programs for streaming subscribers.  It’ll be fascinating to see if other services feel pressured to match. Who is eligible for the perks? Enrollment is automatic for active subscribers.  Any Disney+ subscriber — whether on a standalone plan or part of a Disney Bundle — can get access to Disney+ perks. Hulu Perks are available to Hulu subscribers and those on the Disney+  and Hulu bundle. Disney pointed subscribers to disneyplus.com/perks More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The HP EliteBook Ultra G1i is on sale for $2,199 I highly recommend it to people looking for a laptop with top-performing hardware, a vibrant screen, and a high-quality webcam However, because of its limited port selection, some might find its usability limited without supplementary accessories. –> The HP EliteBook Ultra […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Motorola’s Moto G Power is currently on sale for $300. This device boasts multi-day battery life, a 6.8-inch Full HD+ screen, and decent performance for a mid-range phone. However, its similarities to the base Moto G may not be enough to convince people to pay an extra $100. more buying choices […] More

rob dobi/Getty Images A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to use Google’s Jules AI Agent to scan through the entire code repository of one of my projects and add a new feature. The AI took about 10 minutes. All told, it took under 30 minutes to use the AI, review its changes, […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Both tags feature super loud 360-degree omnidirectional buzzers Both finder tags are super tough and built to last The tags have features you don’t see on AirTags, such as wireless charging and glow-in-the-dark inserts. –> Over at Rolling Square’s website, the AirCard Pro Bundle<!–>, which comes with two trackers, is on […] More

Bill Oxford/Getty Images Agentic AI may offer compelling productivity benefits, but it still falls flat when it comes to the heavy lifting of day-to-day operations and technology development. Still, technology leaders and proponents see great advantage in putting agents to work in many key areas of their businesses. At the end of last year, Carnegie-Mellon […] More

James Gosling  Bromberger Hoover Photography/Getty Images Some programming languages, such as Rust, Go, or TypeScript, are cool. Others, including Cobol and Java, are regarded as dull. However, while Java, which turned 30 on May 23, may not be the most exciting language, it remains one of the most important languages in use today.  First released […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Lenovo’s Yoga 7i 2-in-1 is on sale for $1,200 at Best Buy. Its solid performance, comfortable keyboard, and long-lasting battery make it an excellent machine for the office. Unfortunately, I’m not a fan of the display. more buying choices Lenovo’s new Yoga 7i 2-in-1 16–> doesn’t aim to dazzle you with flashy […] More