Why your EV’s battery will outlive your phone’s battery – and by how much
Electric car batteries are surprisingly robust, and mileage is not a good indicator of battery wear, according to a new study.
I can use this laser tape measure in places I didn’t think possible (and it’s on sale)
The Mileseey Xtape1 is a full-on laser-enabled measuring computer.
We ran battery tests on 17 phones – this model lasted the longest
For ZDNET’s latest Lab Award, we tested the best phones to find out which one had the best battery life over time.
This local AI quickly replaced Ollama on my Mac – here’s why
If you’re going to use AI, running it locally is the way to go, and GPT4All makes is surprisingly easy.
How to FaceTime on Android or your PC – no app needed
Did you know that anyone can join a FaceTime call? It’s as simple as clicking on a link.
Want to develop your Linux skills? I’ve found the perfect distro for you
Neither point-and-click simple like Mint nor grueling like Gentoo, NuTyx delivers the sweet spot for anyone who wants a better understanding of Linux systems.
Inside Google’s AI plan to end Android developer toil – and speed up innovation
I spoke with Sam Bright, VP and GM of Google Play and Developer Ecosystem, about how Gemini’s expansion in Android Studio can help human devs do more faster – and better.
The best VPN services for iPad in 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
We tested the best VPNs for Apple iPad tablets, that offer rapid speeds, stable connections, and easy-to-use apps.
Audible’s new Read & Listen tool can double the number of books you finish – here’s how
In addition to listening to books, you can now also read them on the Audible app.
My 6 favorite DNS services – and why they’re a must for security
I’ve tested many DNS services over the years. These are the ones I actually trust to help me stay private online.
The Pixel 10a is the midrange phone to beat this year, starting at $499
The Pixel 10a arrives with a flatter design, new camera tricks, and satellite emergency support.
90% of AI projects fail – here are 3 ways to ensure yours doesn’t
With AI spending forecast to reach $2.52 trillion in 2026, Gartner recommends focusing on building capacity, creating partnerships and avoiding random exploration.
These slick desktop speakers sound as good as they look (and the price is right)
The Edifier QR65 desktop speakers have some surprisingly immersive audio – made better by their approachable price point.
Forget Apple’s pricey Thunderbolt 5 cables – I found a quality one for $40
The Satechi Thunderbolt 5 Pro cable is a fantastic cable at a palatable price.
This solar Bluetooth speaker solved my biggest issue with backyard entertaining
With ‘infinite’ battery life and booming audio, the Lodge Solar Speaker 4 Series 2 is my new favorite party guest.
What Aristotle and Socrates can teach us about using generative AI
A senior Google engineer reminds us that AI models should help us learn how to think, not what to think.
I let Chrome’s AI agent shop, research, and email for me – here’s how it went
With Auto Browse, Google is turning Chrome into an AI-agentic browser. I tested it to see how well it works.
5 Android browsers I prefer over Chrome – and why they’re worth trying
If you’re tired of the default Android browser, here are five top picks I always recommend.
Why these budget headphones still have bomb ANC – nearly 3 years later
The Soundcore Space One headphones are great if you want premium features without spending a lot. Right now, they’re on sale for $80.
How Nothing plans to crash Apple’s March launch party
The company is set to unveil its Phone 4a one day after Apple’s iPhone 17e event. Here’s how to tune in.