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    Nvidia plans to make DeepSeek’s AI 30 times faster – CEO Huang explains how

    Nvidia Dynamo Nvidia In January, the emergence of DeepSeek’s R1 artificial intelligence program prompted a stock market selloff. Seven weeks later, chip giant Nvidia, the dominant force in AI processing, seeks to place itself squarely in the middle of the dramatic economics of cheaper AI that DeepSeek represents.   On Tuesday, at the SAP Center […] More

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    The Pixel 8 is still a sweet Android phone in 2025 and it’s on sale for over $200 off

    Max Buondonno/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Pixel 8 offers a flagship-level experience with Google’s latest AI and machine learning features, and right now, it’s marked down to $488 on Amazon.With fast performance, amazing cameras, and Google’s Actua display, it’s one of the best smartphone deals available.Compared to similarly priced phones, like the Nothing Phone 2, the Pixel 8 is a far better value.As part of Amazon’s 2025 Spring Sale, Google’s base Pixel 8 More

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    Forget SaaS: The future is Services as Software, thanks to AI

    Kilito Chan/Getty Images For at least two decades, Software as a Service — aka, SaaS — has been at the center of the technology universe, with applications fully accessible via the internet. Now, artificial intelligence is turning this arrangement on its head, leveraging applications autonomously to deliver services. They’re calling it “Services as Software.” AI […] More

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    The 13 best early Amazon Spring Sale robot vacuum deals of 2025

    When is Amazon’s Spring Sale 2025? The Amazon Big Spring Sale starts on March 25 and ends on March 31. Are robot vacuums really cheaper during Amazon sales? Yes, robot vacuums are actually cheaper during Amazon sales. Prices often reach all-time lows during Prime Day events and the Amazon Big Spring Sale. You can find robot vacuum discounts sporadically throughout the year, but these big sales events tend to feature the biggest discounts and are often the best time to buy.How did we choose these Spring Sale deals?As a robot vacuum reviewer, I’ve become familiar with unique features and tested various devices in every price range. This experience has made me realize that the robot vacuum market has a lot of competition and helps me discern which robot vacuums are worth their retail price and when a discount is a good deal.I check robot vacuum deals weekly, paying special attention during sales events. I always choose to feature the deals that deliver the most features and best performance for the least money. Using our expertise and different tools to track deals, we can determine when a deal is worth it and ensure we only cover those.Looking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites with ZDNET Recommends. More

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    The 10+ best early Amazon Spring Sale phone deals

    When is Amazon’s Big Spring Sale 2025? The e-commerce giant’s latest sales event will run from Tuesday, March 25, to Monday, March 31. However, several deals will go live before and after that time frame.Are deals really better during Amazon sales?While there are no guarantees that the prices you see are the lowest ever, Amazon — and the various retailers and sellers it works with — tends to keep promotions as competitive as possible. That’s why you can expect discounts that match all-time-lows — or at least somewhere near them.How did we choose these Spring Sale deals?While it’s always helpful when products are discounted significantly (we usually cover ones that are at least 20% off), ZDNET experts also prioritize promotions on products we’ve personally tested and can vouch for. Since the products you purchase are considerable investments, we ensure that our recommendations are grounded by thorough research, testing, and value.We also source reviews from actual customers, whether through Best Buy and Amazon testimonials (with hands-on images) or online forums like Reddit.Looking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites with ZDNET Recommends. More