I swapped my Sonos soundbar for one with detachable rear speakers – genius or gimmick?
ZDNET’s key takeaways The JBL Bar 1000MK2 includes a soundbar, two detachable rear speakers, and an external subwoofer for $1,200. ...
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The Download: OpenAI’s open-weight models, and the future of internet search
The news: OpenAI has finally released its first open-weight large language models since 2019’s GPT-2. Unlike the models available through ...
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How to upgrade your deadbolt with a smart lock – and the one I recommend most
ZDNET’s key takeaways The Nuki Smart Lock is now available for $159 on its own, and $229 when combined with ...
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The best MagSafe accessories of 2025 for your iPhone
MagSafe technology may feel like magic, but it’s really just the easiest way to add extra function to your mobile ...
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The Download: How fertility tech is changing families, and Trump’s latest tariffs
The must-reads I’ve combed the internet to find you today’s most fun/important/scary/fascinating stories about technology. 1 OpenAI is adding mental ...
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LG is giving away a free mini-fridge when you buy a full-size one – here’s what to know
Along with your TV and computer, a mini-fridge can be the center of a college dorm. But not all mini-fridges ...
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People are using ChatGPT to write their text messages – here’s how you can tell
Kirill Stytsenko/Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways People are using AI to write sensitive messages to loved ones. Detecting AI-generated text ...
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Why I recommend this budget phone with a paper-like screen over ‘minimalist’ devices
ZDNET’s key takeaways TCL’s 60 XE Nxtpaper 5G is on sale on Amazon for $222. It has a unique display, ...
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Update to iOS 26? We tested the public beta on our iPhones – these features are a big deal
Kerry Wan/ZDNET Apple introduced iOS 26 to the public at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference event in early June, and ...
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Why I still recommend this $180 Bluetooth speaker even a year after its release
ZDNET’s key takeaways The Fender x Teufel Rockster Cross speaker is available now on Amazon for $250 (currently $200). With ...
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