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Jon Furniss/Getty Images Editor’s Note: ZDNET’s “Technology that Changed Us” series was first published in 2018. We’ve updated this installment to improve its accuracy and ensure that it reflects recent technology developments. In this 50-year retrospective, we’re looking at technologies that had an impact on the world, paved the way for the future, and changed us, in ways good and bad. Also: The 1970s | The 1980s | The 1990s | The 2000s | The 2010s 2000: Google AdWords…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE starts at $649, with 128GB of storage and AI features included. Large 6.7-inch AMOLED display and an enduring 4,700mAh battery are the top two strengths. At its price, the S24 FE faces stiff competition from Google, OnePlus, and Samsung itself. more buying choices What’s the deal? On Amazon, Samsung’s Galaxy S24 FE has received a significant discount. Both storage options are currently $150 off the original price….

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Every year, the spring season brings a series of launch events from the major tech companies, including Microsoft. The software giant just revealed the dates of its annual developer conference, Microsoft Build. Here’s everything you need to know.  When is Microsoft Build? Microsoft Build will take place from May 19 to 22 in Seattle. Although a schedule is yet to be published, the event typically includes a two-hour keynote on the first day, during…

Getty Images/Thinkhubstudio When you think of headphones, AR/VR headsets, and smart jewelry companies OpenAI may not come to mind. However, a new trademark filing suggests that might soon change.  OpenAI filed a trademark application on January 31 with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), spotted by TechCrunch. The application includes an extensive list of software offerings, including cloud computing, machine learning, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) — all of which are not unexpected for a company like…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET It’s not a stretch to say that only the most powerful of power users have heard of Samsung DeX. While full of whimsical capability, it’s one of the most undermined, poorly advertised features on modern-day Samsung phones, so much so that I only remembered it after reading a recent story from my colleague Jack Wallen. Also: I tried to replace my desktop with a phone for work – 5 frustrating lessons I learned…

ZDNET According to Stat Counter, mobile phones made up 63.07% of the total hardware platform market share in 2024. Simply put, more people use a phone than a desktop or laptop computer. That’s fine for many of us who use our devices mostly for messaging, social media, entertainment, and shopping. Also: Can phones replace laptops? This underrated Samsung feature settled that debate for me Sure, my phone is indispensable; When I’m at home, my Pixel 9 Pro is…

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET With the winter holidays in the rearview and spring looming on the horizon, many retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Amazon are amping up the savings with serious sales.  But no matter the time of year, ZDNET’s team of expert product testers and editors search through all of the best products and deals coming and going to help you find the best value on all the products you wanted (and those you didn’t…

A year in review As we look back on a remarkable year at Cisco Networking Academy, we celebrate our enduring legacy as one of the longest-standing IT skills-to-jobs programs in the world. In line with Cisco’s mission to Power an Inclusive Future for All, we have continued to transform lives by bridging digital divides and empowering underrepresented communities through technology and education. Our success is built on the strength of our partnerships with governments, academic…