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MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air: I compared Apple's new laptops, and here's my winner

The MacBook Neo and 13-inch Air seem similar on the surface, but there are differences if you look more closely. Here are the key reasons to buy one over the other.

6 Mar 2026 6:30 am
Own a Sony TV? Changing these 3 settings will greatly improve its picture quality

Sony's various Bravia TVs deliver cinema-quality picture and sound. With a few easy tweaks, you can push them even further.

6 Mar 2026 6:26 am
Was Amazon down today? Services resuming after customers couldn't check out on Thursday

Reports indicate Amazon users were experiencing difficulties checking out and viewing product pages - but have slowly regained access.

6 Mar 2026 6:21 am
Beats Studio Pro headphones are over 40% off right now - and I can vouch for them

The latest release from Beats is the perfect middle-ground headphones for Android and Apple users - especially when they're on sale.

6 Mar 2026 3:33 am
Get Disney+ and Hulu bundled for just $5 a month right now - here's how

The price on a Hulu and Disney+ bundled just dropped from $13 to $5 a month for the first three months - the best price we've seen this year.

6 Mar 2026 3:19 am
Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Pro review: Why I'd buy this instead of the Ultra model

With the latest Panther Lake chipset and 20-hour battery, the Galaxy Book 6 Pro is well-balanced and keeps up with the pros.

6 Mar 2026 2:45 am
MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air: Which is the better choice for you?

The MacBook Neo and 13-inch Air seem similar on the surface, but there are differences if you look more closely. Here are the key reasons to buy one over the other.

6 Mar 2026 2:10 am
Your next Oura Ring powered by voice or gesture? What this AI buy means for Oura Ring 5

Oura just acquired an AI-driven gesture recognition company - here's what it could mean for upcoming wearables.

6 Mar 2026 1:25 am
My new favorite headphones for work look like nothing I've worn before

The Nothing Headphone (a) are here, and beyond their distinctive design, they offer fantastic battery life and value for the price.

6 Mar 2026 1:15 am
OpenAI's new GPT-5.4 clobbers humans on pro-level work in tests - by 83%

GPT-5.4 is also more reliable, producing 18% fewer errors and 33% fewer false claims than GPT-5.2, according to OpenAI.

5 Mar 2026 11:30 pm
Does unplugging your TV overnight actually save electricity? Yes, but there's a better method

Disabling your TV's standby mode is a common piece of online advice, but does it actually affect your energy bill? I break it all down.

5 Mar 2026 11:27 pm
The average tax scam victim loses $1,020 - and they're younger than you'd think

Even savvy people can be victims of tax scams. Here are five ways to protect yourself before it's too late.

5 Mar 2026 11:15 pm
How Roku's new button totally changes the way you watch free, live TV

It's now easier than ever to find something specific on Roku's free TV channels.

5 Mar 2026 10:48 pm
Verizon will give you the new iPhone 17e for free - no trade-in required

Right now at Verizon, new and current customers can get the new iPhone 17e for free when you switch or add a new line to any Unlimited mobile plan. Here's what to know.

5 Mar 2026 9:17 pm
Forget iPhone 17e: Nothing's Phone 4a Pro costs less and looks a whole lot better

The Phone 4a series brings fun and thoughtful design, plus camera upgrades and seriously useful features, to Nothing's lineup.

5 Mar 2026 6:32 pm
Apple was quietly all over the world's biggest Android phone show, and that says a lot

From design influences to software featuers to how the event was filmed, here's how Apple left its mark at MWC 2026 without even trying.

5 Mar 2026 6:30 pm
Lenovo ThinkPad vs. Apple MacBook: Which is the better laptop for you?

The PC vs. Mac debate might never be solved, but how does the ThinkPad compare to the MacBook?

5 Mar 2026 5:00 pm
Get the iPhone 17e for $6 a month at AT&T - here's how

Apple's budget smartphone got a refresh with the just-announced iPhone 17e, and right now at AT&T, you can save big when you preorder on any Unlimited mobile plan.

5 Mar 2026 4:30 pm
The biggest AI threats come from within - 12 ways to defend your organization

The gravest AI-powered threat to your cybersecurity isn't coming from external hackers. Review these strategic recommendations for handling the risks from within.

5 Mar 2026 4:30 pm
Bluetooth is working on wireless audio tech I once thought was impossible - what to know

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group says it's working on standard protocols for lossless and spatial audio.

5 Mar 2026 7:30 am
How to clean up your digital footprint - and why it matters more than you think

When someone Googles you, what will they find? Don't let embarrassing old social media posts define your online presence. Learn how to control the narrative.

5 Mar 2026 7:30 am
iPhone 17e vs. iPhone 17: I compared the two models to decide which has the better value

Apple's new iPhone 17e is shaping up to be a great midrange device, but how does it stack up against the base iPhone 17?

5 Mar 2026 6:31 am
TCL X11L review: One of the best out-of-the-box TVs that's entered our testing lab

With a new SDQ-Mini LED panel, TCL's X11L produces a picture on-par with some of the best OLED models from Sony and LG.

5 Mar 2026 6:30 am
I wish the $500 MacBook Neo saved me from my Windows PC nightmare in college

You may not be able to afford a $1,000 laptop while in college, but you can't afford to complete your degree on an old, beat-up one either. Trust me.

5 Mar 2026 6:11 am
Optimum's latest fiber internet deal costs only $25 a month - here's who can qualify

Optimum's new '$25 for 5' offer locks in broadband internet at an affordable price. Here are the details.

5 Mar 2026 5:55 am
I tried Tecno's modular phone concept at MWC - and it quickly got weird

Tecno's magnetic modular phone introduces some cool concepts, but the execution didn't wow me.

5 Mar 2026 2:32 am
How to get the MacBook Neo $499 education price - qualifications to know

Apple's budget MacBook Neo just dropped, but if you're an educator or student, you can get it for less.

5 Mar 2026 12:25 am
Google Pixel 10a review: Should Android users consider anything else at this price?

The newest Pixel phone packs minor upgrades that make a big difference.

4 Mar 2026 10:30 pm
I stuck this power station in a freezer to test its subzero claims - here's what happened next

Did the Bluetti Pioneer Na keep working in the freezing cold when most batteries would give up? I tested it to find out.

4 Mar 2026 10:03 pm
Everything Apple just announced: The $599 MacBook Neo, M5 Pro, iPhone 17e, and more

Aside from the new MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, and iPad Air M4, here's what Apple revealed during its big product drop this week.

4 Mar 2026 9:57 pm
Want to try OpenClaw? NanoClaw is a simpler, potentially safer AI agent

The developer behind the lightweight alternative to OpenClaw says isolation is key to secure agentic AI, and this is where NanoClaw shines.

4 Mar 2026 9:36 pm
Apple's $599 MacBook Neo first look: The budget Mac we've been waiting for?

The new affordable MacBook Neo uses the A18 chip found in the iPhone 16 Pro and comes in playful colors.

4 Mar 2026 9:31 pm
I turned my Android phone into the perfect bedside clock - here's how

Don't want a traditional alarm clock? Your Android phone can show the time while it charges. Here's how to set it up.

4 Mar 2026 9:15 pm
I used Nano Banana 2 to make perfect sketchnotes: 5 lessons learned (and how I broke Gemini)

The results were fascinating, impressive, and sometimes surprisingly bad. Here are five tips that can help you get better results faster.

4 Mar 2026 8:40 pm
The best kids' tablets of 2026: Expert tested and parent-reviewed

We tested the best kids' tablets to find the most durable, fun-filled picks for travel, learning, and winter downtime.

4 Mar 2026 8:26 pm
The best TVs of 2026: Expert tested and recommended

I have been writing about TVs and home theater tech for the better part of a decade. These are the best TVs ZDNET has tested from brands like LG, Samsung, and TCL.

4 Mar 2026 8:19 pm
How to preorder the iPhone 17e, MacBook Air M5, and other new Apple devices

Apple's newest devices announced this week are available to preorder now. Here's where to find the best deals.

4 Mar 2026 7:45 pm
Live blog: Every new Apple product and updates from the March event

Apple's in release mode, with new Macs and iPads coming in fast. What else did it reveal? Tune in to find out.

4 Mar 2026 7:36 pm
Optimum will give you fiber internet for $25 a month - here's how to qualify

Optimum's new '$25 for 5' offer locks in broadband internet at an affordable price. Here are the details.

4 Mar 2026 4:30 pm
Is that message spam or real? This Android trick helps you ID the scams

Are your chats and DMs flooded with scams? If you have a Pixel or Galaxy phone, Circle to Search can come to the rescue. Here's how.

4 Mar 2026 8:30 am
Love to customize your Linux desktop? This lightweight distro is great fun for newbies and experts

See what makes the Debian-based BunsenLabs Carbon such a worthy successor to CrunchBang Linux.

4 Mar 2026 7:30 am
Google Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 10: I compared the two midrange phones, and this model wins

The Google Pixel 10a may not be the upgrade you expected, but it beats the more expensive Pixel 10 in key ways.

4 Mar 2026 7:11 am
The latest Pixel Drop arrives with 8 useful upgrades for your Android phone - what's new

Not everything is exclusive to Pixel users. Some of the changes are coming to Android devices, too.

4 Mar 2026 7:05 am
How to watch hundreds of TV channels with this $20 antenna box (and ditch the streaming services)

Over-the-air TV antennas give you access to local news, sports, and entertainment channels for free, making them a great alternative to streaming services.

4 Mar 2026 2:22 am
3 tiny gadgets that quietly protect your devices from surges and snooping

Looking for a simple way to protect your electronics from power surges and tracking software? These three tiny gadgets can help.

4 Mar 2026 2:21 am
I can't wait for Motorola's GrapheneOS phones: Why they're a win for privacy and open source

At Mobile World Congress, Motorola reveals plans to preinstall GrapheneOS, a privacy-focused Android fork, on smartphones starting next year.

4 Mar 2026 1:28 am
The March Pixel Drop just landed with 8 big upgrades for your Android device - what's new

Not everything is exclusive to Pixel users. Some of the changes are coming to Android devices, too.

4 Mar 2026 12:30 am
The new MacBook Pro gives you M5 Pro and Max power now - for a bigger price

The MacBook Pro gets a 2026 refresh with new chips and more memory and storage.

3 Mar 2026 10:25 pm
Linux PC booting slowly? This handy tool shows why in seconds - here's how

If your Linux machine is taking its own sweet time booting, you have a built-in tool to help discover where the problem lies.

3 Mar 2026 9:22 pm
The new MacBook Air M5 costs $100 more - here's what that gets you

Apple's thinnest, lightest laptop gets an update for 2026.

3 Mar 2026 9:02 pm