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<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Bose SoundLink Max retails for $399 in the colors Black and Blue Dusk This unassuming Bluetooth speaker delivers the high-quality sound that Bose is known for, with the battery life to keep the party going all night. The regular price might be a turn-off, given you can get perfectly capable […] More
Google / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETGoogle’s high-powered research assistant is getting its own app, and Android users are getting a first look.NotebookLM, which debuted last year, is a free AI research assistant (running on Gemini 2.0’s multimodal understanding capabilities) that helps you better understand any topic. You can give it a number of data sources, including PDF files, links to articles, YouTube video links, and Google Docs or Slides.Also: Google’s viral AI podcast tool can chat in over 50 languages nowOffering a few usage examples, Google says you can do things like: Upload lecture recordings, textbook chapters, and research papers to break down complex concepts into simple terms.Upload your own research to create a polished presentation outline complete with key talking points and supporting evidence.Upload brainstorming notes, market research data, and competitor research info to identify current trends, find new product ideas, and discover hidden opportunities.When it first launched, the tool was exclusive to browsers, but Google has now released it as a standalone Android app. The Apple app store listing shows a release date of May 20, but the app is available for download now for Android. More
We aim to deliver the most accurate advice to help you shop smarter. ZDNET offers 33 years of experience, 30 hands-on product reviewers, and 10,000 square feet of lab space to ensure we bring you the best of tech. In 2025, we refined our approach to deals, developing a measurable system for sharing savings with readers like you. Our editor’s deal rating badges are affixed to most of our deal content, making it easy to interpret our expertise to help you make the best purchase decision.At the core of this approach is a percentage-off-based system to classify savings offered on top-tech products, combined with a sliding-scale system based on our team members’ expertise and several factors like frequency, brand or product recognition, and more. The result? Hand-crafted deals chosen specifically for ZDNET readers like you, fully backed by our experts. Also: How we rate deals at ZDNET in 2025 More
Miller/ZDNETSony just launched its new generation of luxury headphones. The verdict? Sony’s newest WH-1000XM6 are spectacular headphones. But let’s not forget about its predecessor, the WH-1000XM5 More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Twelve South’s PlugBug is a wall charger optimized for iOS, offering native Find My support. It’s especially convenient for frequent flyers who are prone to misplacing their vital charging cables. The device is pricey but worth it for its bulk, versatility, and convenience. –> The PlugBug Travel 120W<!–> is currently on […] More
The Samsung Odyssey G8 monitor. Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETWhether you’re a PC gamer looking to upgrade your setup or prefer ultra-wide screens for productivity, you can snag the Samsung Odyssey G9 49-inch More
Apple Watch Series 10 with Nomad Sport band Prakhar Khanna/ZDNETWith the unofficial start to summer incoming this weekend, now’s a great chance to scoop up one of Apple’s health-tracking smartwatches for its best price yet during early Memorial Day sales. Select models of the 42mm Watch Series 10 More
Alexander Spatari/Getty Images Small businesses are integral to the economic strength and growth of the communities they serve. From mom-and-pop stores to smaller specialized product and service providers, these businesses use local talent to add value. Special Feature In terms of economic strength, however, they also tend to be more fragile. Whereas larger firms often […] More
