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I drove with Apple CarPlay for over 25,000 miles last year - these apps were the most essential

I spend a lot of time driving. These are the CarPlay apps that make every ride easy.

The feature Apple needs to make HomePod stand out isn't audio-related

Few smart speakers have assistants with as much potential as Siri. A meaningful upgrade would make the HomePod my first choice.

I saw the Surface Laptop Ultra at Computex and it's clear: Microsoft has gone beastmode

The flagship laptop announced at Computex 2026 will feature Nvidia's new RTX Spark chip with up to 128GB of unified memory.

Android Auto is way more customizable than you might realize - 6 tricks to try ASAP

You can change Android Auto to make the platform unique to you. Here's how.

Years of emergency prep taught me how to storm-proof my solar generators

With severe weather becoming more common, you need a plan before the lights go out. Here's my approach.

ZDNet 🤖 AI Agents & Automation ⚡ AI Lesson 1d ago

The Apple Watch needs a better Siri more than the iPhone right now

Apple's partnership with Google could supercharge its own health suite and wearable. Here's how.

Acer Swift Air 14 vs. MacBook Neo: I compared both budget laptops - this model wins

Acer's new $699 Swift Air 14 is a direct response to the MacBook Neo. Here's how it compares, by the specs.

The quickest way to find blocked numbers on your iPhone - it's easy

You can find, manage, and add blocked numbers from the same place on your iPhone. Here's where to look.

8 of the best Prime Day laptop deals I'd actually buy myself

Prime Day is coming earlier this year, and I've rounded up the best laptop deals live now, including the latest MacBooks and gaming laptops.

I cracked open a '1,000W' portable charger after it failed me in minutes - the cause was clear (and gooey)

Meet the 'too good to be true' portable charger. Here's my general buying advice for these types of products.

I traveled 2,700 miles with Sony, Apple, and Sennheiser headphones - this pair sounded the best

Air travel is the true test for ANC headphones and earbuds. My multiple journeys revealed all the strengths and weaknesses of these latest models.

5 ways Android Auto beats your car's own infotainment system - hands down

Your car's built-in screen may look modern, but Android Auto is still the easier, smarter way to drive. Here's why.

ZDNet 🤖 AI Agents & Automation ⚡ AI Lesson 2d ago

3 ways a smarter Siri could make me rethink the HomePod over Sonos and Bose

Few smart speakers have assistants with as much potential as Siri. A meaningful upgrade would make the HomePod my first choice.

ZDNet 🧠 Large Language Models ⚡ AI Lesson 2d ago

I had ChatGPT build me a free PDF editor because I didn't trust it to change my files - it worked!

The smartest way to use AI may not be letting it touch your files, but asking it to write software that handles them safely - in the time it takes to make dinne

How Google could turn Siri into the AI health coach my Apple Watch needs

Apple's partnership with Google could supercharge its own health suite and wearable. Here's how.

I trusted Malwarebytes to secure my PC for a month - here's how it performed

Malwarebytes Premium combines excellent threat protection and helpful security tools in an easy-to-use package.

6 easy ways I make Zorin OS even faster and more secure

Out of the box, Zorin OS is fast and secure, but with a few quick configurations, you can improve both areas.

I asked published authors about their favorite e-readers - and the Kindle isn't the only pick

Authors share their top picks of the best e-readers for reading novels, magazines, comics, and more - and some may surprise you.

WWDC returns June 8: What we know and how to watch the Apple event

We'll be on the ground covering Apple's annual developer conference live from Apple Park.

ZDNet 🛠️ AI Tools & Apps ⚡ AI Lesson 3d ago

I tried Google Drive's new AI cleanup tool to fix 14 years of storage clutter - here's the result

With Organize My Files, can Gemini clean up my messy Google Drive and save me money on storage? Let's see.

Best VPNs for YouTube in 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

The right VPN can help you unlock YouTube TV content on a smartphone, laptop, or smart TV. Check out our tested top picks.

Motorola Razr Fold vs. Razr Ultra: I tested both phones for a month - this one's better

The Razr Fold offers a more premium experience, while the Razr Ultra is more compact and stylish. Here's how to choose between them.

ZDNet 🖌️ UI/UX Design ⚡ AI Lesson 3d ago

Hate the right-click menu in Windows? Microsoft just promised to let you tweak it - soon

A top Microsoft VP is promising a faster, simpler, and more customizable context menu that appears when you right-click an item in File Explorer or on the Deskt

I flew 2,700 miles with 4 headphones - this pair was the best travel companion

Air travel is the true test for headphones and earbuds. My multiple journeys revealed all the strengths and weaknesses of these latest models.