ZDNet

Your company culture is the intangible knowledge new employees will absorb over time. But AI agents need all of it, all at once. Here's how to engineer the context.

I finally decided to try Windows 11. Here's a list of everything that went wrong.

Experienced Linux users looking for a new approach should check out NixOS, which offers a thoughtful design and rich customization.

There are several ways to optimize your Roku TV's operating system for improved performance. Here's my usual routine.

Xcode 26.3 could be Apple's biggest leap in AI coding tools, shifting from assistant prompts to autonomous agents that build, test, and update configurations directly inside Xcode.

The 2026 Moto G sticks to a proven formula, offering great performance at an accessible price.

I've tested the two best Android phones out there - here's what sets each one apart, and why you might want to pick one over the other.

You'll be surprised to learn how many 'vampire devices' could be in your home, silently draining power.

Considering a PC upgrade, but unsure about how much RAM to buy? Here's what a tech expert recommends.

Looking for a budget-friendly OLED upgrade? The LG B5 at half price is one of the best deals ahead of Super Bowl weekend.

The Samsung QN80F is a high-end TV featuring object-tracking sound and a 120Hz refresh rate - and it's nearly 40% off right now.

Samsung will sell you a 65-inch QN1EF Neo QLED TV and HW-S700D soundbar for under $1,200 now, just in time for the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics.

You might be losing out on peak visual or sound performance - here's how to choose the right port.

Unencrypted DNS can expose your browsing activity, but Android's Private DNS helps keep it private. Here's how to enable it.

We're tracking the best laptop deals ahead of Presidents' Day 2026, with offers from Apple, Lenovo, HP, and more.

How does the OnePlus 15 compare to the Galaxy S25 Ultra? Here's what I found after an exhaustive day of camera testing.

A soundbar is the first step to bringing cinematic sound into your home, but a few simple tweaks can elevate the experience even further.

The Brane X might look like an ordinary speaker, but it delivers rich, immersive sound and comes with handy customization options.

It might not fully replace a traditional Raspberry Pi system, but this is as fast as these kinds of flash drives get.

All you need to start streaming is your library card.

Sennheiser's RS 275 TV headphone bundle delivers one of the flexible in-home entertainment experiences I've tested.

Wireless charging is getting better, but cables will be a fact of life for years to come.

The PencilVac's cleaning head replaces the traditional roller brush with hair-detangling cones, and it's available starting today.

Simple Wearable Report uses AI to extract more insights from your Oura Ring data. Here's how it works.

Clearing this hidden data will markedly speed up your computer - here's how to do it.

While it's last year's model, Microsoft's Surface Laptop 5G combines a positively premium build with an always-on connection.

The Vafoton PD 240W Thunderbolt 4 cable supports 40Gbps data transfer and is flexible enough to clip to my backpack.

From Bluetooth trackers to power banks, these are the top tech gadgets and useful items our readers actually purchased last month.

Presidents' Day 2026 is coming soon, but there's already tech savings to be had. Here are my favorite offers I've seen scouring the sales so far, including great deals on TVs ahead of the Super Bowl.

If you spot one of these in a friend's or family member's power outlet, unplug it ASAP and use this instead.

There's nothing like seeing in real time how much something is costing you to make you want to turn it off.

Looking for the best business plan software? I tested data-driven platforms to help you plan your business operations from the ground up, from content schedules to funding to market research.

An upcoming privacy display feature on the Galaxy S26 Ultra lets the phone block parts of the screen to counter snooping. Here's how.

Microsoft's February 2026 update will deliver an expanded Cross Device Resume, improved voice tools, and QOL fixes.

Busted USB-C ports are a problem. These affordable breakaway accessories protect them at an affordable price.

The LG gram Pro 17 is a sleek and powerful laptop with a vibrant 2K display. It's built to handle demanding workloads with ease.

If you'd like to free up space on your Mac, there's no need to do it manually when you can employ a mole.

Asus' ExpertBook Ultra is as ultraportable as it is powerful, with Intel's flagship Panther Lake chip and a vibrant OLED display.

These Galvanox USB-C to USB-C cables are reinforced with stainless steel. Here's how they handled my stress tests.

This Hulkman Alpha went above and beyond, jumpstarting a car with a dead battery multiple times on a 500-mile journey.

Consumers are favoring brands that leverage AI agents to deliver transparency, confidence, and highly personalized assistance.

Microsoft's February 2026 update delivers an expanded Cross Device Resume, improved voice tools, and QOL fixes.

Your Samsung phone may already have great battery life, but a few adjustments can make that even more enduring.

An upcoming privacy display feature on the Galaxy S26 Ultra lets the phone block parts of the screen to counter snooping.

Indulge all your AI content needs through March 16th. Here's how.

There's nothing like seeing in real time how much something is costing you to make you want to turn it off.

Bluetooth 6 is gaining traction in audio, but its best features ultimately lie in new hardware.

If more resolution isn't the answer, what advances can TV buyers expect? Here's our take.

Some taps and swipes are all it takes to make your old phone feel brand new.

Are you tired of the Windows 11 UI? Are you jealous of your friends' Linux desktops? If so, you might want to give one of these alternative shells a try.