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Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET I’m continually impressed by how powerful tablets have become. A few years ago, it felt like the tablet market consisted of the iPad and little else, but now there’s a flourishing market of Android tablets.And they’re cheap. Also: I finally found a lightweight multitool that doesn’t sacrifice function for form – and it’s only $30You can pick up a very good tablet for under $150. Take, for example, the Tabwee T80 More

Prakhar Khanna/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysSpotify’s new feature lets you mix songs in your playlist by customizing volume, EQ, and effect curves. You can also create customized covers for these mixed playlists.It is now rolling out in beta to Spotify Premium users.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

gremlin/E+ via Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways AI tools are taking over some mundane, narrow tasks for workers. Most respondents said AI could also help their work-life balance. The tech is raising concerns about burnout and other issues. Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source<!–> on Chrome and Chromium browsers. Artificial […] More

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysChatGPT helps resolve issues with your tech products.AI gives detailed troubleshooting steps.Available in both free and paid versions.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

TEK IMAGE/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Science Photo Library via Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways People can’t tell AI-generated from doctor responses. However, people trust AI responses more than those from doctors. Integrating AI into clinical practice must be a nuanced approach. Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source<!–> on […] More

Jack Wallen / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways Immutable Linux distributions are the future.There are several reasons why immutable is the way to go.From security to predictability, you can’t go wrong with immutable.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

Maria Diaz/ZDNETWith the adoption of remote and hybrid working, having a reliable internet connection at home is imperative — not just for one device, but for several. If you have a family, maybe even dozens. So what’s better, one single access point, or a mesh network spread about the home?The answer depends on how your home and office are set up and what kind of connection you need. Wi-Fi routers are so good these days that a single access point is often the most straightforward solution. But if you have a larger home or your office is located far away from your router, a mesh network could be a game-changer, boosting the signal no matter where you are.  Also: The best VPN routers of 2025If you’re not sure of the difference, that’s okay, too. Let’s examine both types of connection and consider their pros and cons to determine which one is best for you. What is a traditional Wi-Fi router?A traditional router acts as a central hub for internet connectivity. The router acquires the connection from your internet service provider (ISP), and then allows other devices around the home to connect to it, either via Wi-Fi, or by simply plugging in an Ethernet cable. Typically, routers are password-protected so only your household can connect to it.  You should buy a traditional Wi-Fi router if… More

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETI can’t believe how small wall chargers are getting thanks to gallium nitride (GaN) technology. I remember when a 30W charger would be a big, brick-sized lump. Now you can get chargers that are several times more powerful for a fraction of the size. Take the Cuktech 15 More