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is said to have new Arm-based laptops of its own in the pipeline, while consumer versions of the that run on the chipset are believed to be on the way. While that in the past would have meant the makers of x86- and x64-based Windows software needing to port their apps, Qualcomm sought to assure game developers that their titles will run just fine out of the box on any unannounced Snapdragon X Elite systems that just happen to be coming up.At the Game Developers Conference, Qualcomm engineer Issam Khalil told the…

Maria Diaz/ZDNETAmazon's Big Spring Sale is in full swing and the deals just keep popping up wherever you look. The Google Nest Thermostat is one of the best ones for smart homes everywhere and one of my personal favorites, especially at just $100 on Amazon. Also: Amazon Big Spring Sale: The 85+ deals you can shop nowJust in time for the warmer months, this smart thermostat lets you control your home's temperature on the device or with just a tap on your phone, from your bed or outside your home via the Google Home…

Links have always been an important part of Twitter’s ecosystem. But lately, links on X are sending people to different sites than what they’re clicking. A verified account on X recently posted a link to a legitimate Forbes article that took users to a Telegram account promoting a crypto scam.Mr. Tweet Fumbles Super Bowl TweetThis example, caught by security researcher Will Dormann this week, shows a link preview to “Forbes.com.” However, when you click the link, it takes you to “Crypto with Harry,” a Telegram account…

Christina Darby/ZDNETIf you've read a headphone or earbud review from ZDNET within the past couple of years, you know how much we love Bose audio products. There are a few reasons: they offer stellar sound, great noise cancellation, and are easy to wear all day. And with every upgrade, Bose offers up meaningful updates to its headphones and earbuds. But if you're not interested in getting the most recent model of earbuds from Bose but still want to reap the benefits of the brand, an older model -- like these Bose…

It’s hard to be patient with a slow iPhone, especially when using it for everything, from the calculator to getting directions on Maps. No one likes dealing with lag, buffering, or app freezing. Fortunately, there are a few ways you could speed up your iPhone.The iPhone SE Offers Almost Everything You Want In An iPhoneRestart your iPhoneLet’s start with the classic “Did you try turning it off and on again?” It’s a classic for a reason, not just another tech myth. On a technical level, it helps refresh your iPhone’s RAM or…

The green bubble stigma faced by Android users who send messages to their friends with iPhones is real—even the U.S. government acknowledges it.Hey Google, Where Did My Watch's Battery Life Go?“Many non-iPhone users… experience social stigma, exclusion, and blame” when messaging people with iPhones, the Department of Justice stated in its landmark antitrust lawsuit against Apple on Thursday. However, the problems go way beyond simply the color of a text message. In the complaint, the DOJ highlighted the friction and…

Can AI Replace Human Research Participants? These Scientists See RisksSeveral recent proposals for using AI to generate research data could save time and effort but at a costBy Chris Stokel-Walker Credit: zepp1969/Getty ImagesIn science, studying human experiences typically requires time, money and—of course—human participants. But as large language models such as OpenAI’s GPT-4 have grown more sophisticated, some in the research community have been steadily warming to the idea that artificial intelligence could replace…

Bluetti AC70 power station. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETZDNET's key takeawaysBluetti AC70 is portable power station that won't break the bank or your back.A powerful unit, capable of 1,000W output for regular loads, increasing to 2,000W for resistive loads, such as heaters and hair dryers.You'll need to companion app to access more advanced features.What's the deal? The Bluetti AC70 is on sale for $250 off right now during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, a portable power station that won't break the bank or your back. The…

It might be time for space telescopes to ditch their old coating for a more mysterious look, helping them blend in the dark void of space and capture better images of the cosmos. The Fujifilm X100VI is the Most Fun I’ve Had With a Camera in YearsA team of researchers from the University of Shanghai developed an ultrablack thin-film coating for magnesium alloys—the casting material that’s fabricated for telescopes and optical instruments—which they say absorbs nearly all light while still being durable enough to survive…

Jason Hiner/ZDNETIn my experience, no topic has generated more articles, blog posts, and YouTube videos than how to get the best possible battery life from your iPhone. It's the topic on which I've received the most questions and comments. People are obsessed with their iPhone's battery life and getting the longest runtime possible from every charge.Also: The best iPhone power banks you can buyEvery minute of runtime, every percentage point of battery life matters. But if people are obsessed with charging, why does it…