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RAM costs more for phones, too - so how much do you actually need?

Manufacturers keep putting more and more memory into new phones, and we're the ones paying for it.

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Costco will take your old tech and gift you a gift card

Got old gadgets lying around? Trade them in for gift cards at Costco - no membership required.

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I tested a new Debian Linux loaded with local AI

Meet Shadowfetch: If AI is your jam and Linux is your OS, here's the best way to give this new Debian-based distribution a try.

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I'm recommending this 14-inch HP laptop to almost everyone in 2026

HP's OmniBook Ultra 14 combines a sleek design and OLED display with the kind of performance professionals appreciate.

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Assume AI cybersecurity attacks are the future: 43% of companies have already experienced it

New CDW research finds that AI is driving new phishing and malware-based threats. But are enough companies also using AI to fight them?

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The best laptop docking stations you can buy: Expert tested

Organize your workspace with our top picks for the best laptop docking stations available now.

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Claude AI shared chats indexed by Google

Google wasn't supposed to see them, but then everyone on Reddit did. Here's how to handle the situation.

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I tried Framework's premium 'Linux-first' laptop: consider the bar raised

Framework compiled user feedback to create the new Laptop 13 Pro, a sleek device with a haptic touchpad and excellent battery life.

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Is open source the answer to rogue AI agents? Nvidia's new alliance says yes

As AI cybersecurity incidents ramp up, companies are racing to find a fix.

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How would AI data centers in space even work? A former NASA robotics chief explains

'You collect electricity in space, and you eject heat in space. The only thing that comes to Earth is data.'

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I found a dual-display USB-C dock with 8 ports

EZQuest's Pro Series 8-in-1 hub runs on Intel's low-cut but high feature Hoover Ridge chipset, and two months in, it hasn't let me down.

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Claude Opus 5 arrives with near Fable performance at half the price

Anthropic's latest Claude upgrade targets developers and enterprises with stronger coding, better reasoning efficiency, prompt-cache-friendly tool changes, and near-Fable performance at Opus pricing.

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Amazon will give you a $350 gift card when you buy a new Samsung phone

Samsung just launched its latest lineup of phones, and Amazon has free gift card offers on every single one.

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I fixed my home office's spotty Wi-Fi with Samsung's free diagnostic tool

A recent uptick in lag and disconnects led me to reevaluate my home office setup. Here's how I validated my solution.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 vs. Google Pixel Watch 4: I compared both Android flagships, here's what I prefer

In a battle of the top Android watches, one does it a little better.

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The 3 types of people who will excel in the AI agent era, according to tech leaders

The autonomous business of the future is being built. Certain skills are in high demand - and can help you stand out.

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250 Eiffel Towers' worth of waste: The AI boom's toxic hardware problem

Chips, servers, cables, and more could compound an already massive problem - here's who it affects and what's being done about it.

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4 little-known Google Calendar tricks I use to plan my workweek

If you're only using Google Calendar to track events, you're missing some of its most useful features.

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I tested a $14 emergency radio with solar and hand-crank power

AM/FM, NOAA weather band, solar and hand-crank charging, and a power bank - this tech is what actually works when the grid doesn't.

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I tested Dell's new midrange work PC

Dell's 14S pairs a sleek design with excellent battery life, making it one of the best midrange PC I've tested in 2026.

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One of these 13 gadgets could be the hero your junk drawer needs

From tiny box cutters to bug-bite healers, these handy gadgets totally earn their place in your home for their form and function.

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First look with the Galaxy Watch 9: I took it on a run in London

Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 is light and comfortable, with helpful nudges to hydrate as you exercise.

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Dell just dropped the price of this award-winning laptop to 50% off

We granted the Dell 14 Plus an Editors' Choice award for great hardware and design. Now, the high-end version of the PC is over $1,000 off.

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These 3 Fire TV Sticks are on sale at Best Buy - here's the one I recommend

Fire TV Sticks are back down to all-time low prices for Best Buy's Black Friday in July sale. We'll break down just how good of a deal you can get.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs. Z Flip 7: Is the new flip phone worth the upgrade?

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 to the Z Flip 7 will largely come down to refinement and value for money.

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I've used Linux for 30 years, and this free security suite does it all

Linux may be the most secure OS available, but it can always use extra security. BastionGuard 2 promises some serious security.

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AI image fraud will cost $40 billion next year - can these international standards help?

Until now, efforts to identify and combat deepfakes and AI scams have been scattered. Which proposed standard will dominate?

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I use Anthropic's Claude AI tools for very different jobs: How to pick between models, Code, and Cowork

Here's how Anthropic's AI tools work, what they can accomplish, and why security, cost, and your oversight still matter.

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OpenAI's attack agent did exactly what it was told

OpenAI's unintended attack on Hugging Face startled the world because its AI agent was acting on its own. But that's exactly what agentic AI is designed to do. We just didn't expect it to do it so well.

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Google will let you upload a video selfie to recover your account - but should you?

Google's new account recovery option prompts users to upload a selfie to prove their identity. Here's what to know.

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We tested 15 Wi-Fi 7 routers in our lab

ZDNET's latest Lab Award goes to the Wi-Fi router with the widest coverage.

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Should you replace a traditional Wi-Fi router with mesh? I compared the two, and here's my verdict

Choosing between one access point and full-home internet coverage? Here's the verdict after extended testing.

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The best Wi-Fi routers of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

The best Wi-Fi routers provide a strong internet connection, rapid speeds, and plenty of coverage for working, streaming, gaming, and more.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs. Moto Razr Ultra: I've spent time with both, here's what I prefer

The Moto Razr Ultra has some of the best software on a phone, but how does it compare to the new Samsung Z Flip 8?

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New to Linux? This 10-day checklist will help you settle in nice and easy

I wish I had followed this 10-day plan when I started using Linux 30 years ago.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Galaxy Z Fold 6: This one is better

If you're already rocking a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, is it time to pull the trigger on a new phone? Here's my verdict.

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I tested this fan-equipped MagSafe charger in a heat wave

Extreme heat isn't just a problem for you. It's a problem for your tech, too. That's where ESR's phone charger with active cooling shines.

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I lost 100 pounds in 7 months: How a smart scale and an Apple Watch helped track my progress

While my iPhone and Apple Watch were core to my weight loss journey, I also have Android recommendations.

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3 ways Samsung deeply integrates Gemini AI into its new Galaxy devices

Samsung Unpacked was as much about software as it was hardware.

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Preorder the new Galaxy Z Flip 8 or Z Fold 8 at Amazon and get up to a $350 gift card, free

Mobile carriers aren't the only ones offering deals on Samsung's new Galaxy phone lineup. Preorder at Amazon and get a free digital gift card.