I made 5 simple changes on Android to instantly make my phone sound better

I made 5 simple changes on Android to instantly make my phone sound better

Jack Wallen/ZDNET I’m always searching for ways to improve the sounds I hear. Whether it’s my record player, a streaming service on my desktop, or my phone, no device is exempt from my never-ending quest. Also: 5 easy ways to transfer photos from your Android device to your Windows PC If your Android phone is your primary source of music, podcasts, and videos, and you’ve yet to feel satisfied with the audio, there are several…

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Nvidia lays out plans to build AI supercomputers in the US

Nvidia lays out plans to build AI supercomputers in the US

This is, said Bickley, a “job killer, not a job enabler. The reality is that this announcement likely seeks to appease the US government’s desire to reshore this work in the US. However, the majority of the final server assembly work already takes place in Mexico today, at a much lower cost of labor than can be realized in the US.” He said, “[it is] likely a hedge to delay tariff impacts on Nvidia products…

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Judgment Day is coming… for AI

Judgment Day is coming… for AI

Artificial intelligence has great potential in predicting outcomes. While AI can predict the likelihood of precipitation, it most likely won’t help you dress or prepare for inclement weather. That preparation involves more than the probability of rain or snow. Humans make extremely subtle judgment calls on what to wear based on their preferences, intuition, or life experiences. Current AI lacks these attributes and nuanced thinking. The key distinction here is that AI can make relatively…

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When transformation needs a home

When transformation needs a home

To buck the trend, many Fortune 500-like organizations are rethinking their operating model. They’re rightsizing the number of business units relative to the customer segments they care about. Maybe they collapse down to two P&Ls—B2B and B2C, for instance. But even with a simplified structure, old habits die hard. People still work in the legacy model. The collaboration you need just isn’t happening. And that’s where a transformation function can help—not to rewrite the org…

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Where has Adobe Express been all my Canva-using life?

Where has Adobe Express been all my Canva-using life?

Adobe Adobe has many applications that are relied on by millions of creative professionals, such as Photoshop and Premiere Pro. However, within the suite of apps is a lesser-known app — Adobe Express.  Creatives of all ages, experiences, and needs can use Adobe Express to create visual projects of all complexities, from a simple party invite to a multi-channel marketing campaign for a small business. Even though applications like Canva can accomplish the same goal,…

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Google is talking to dolphins using Pixel phones and AI – and the video is delightful

Google is talking to dolphins using Pixel phones and AI – and the video is delightful

slowmotiongli/Getty Images Dolphins are among the smartest creatures on the planet, and a new AI model from Google combined with Pixel phones is helping researchers better understand their language — and even hopefully communicate with them.  Here’s how it works.  Also: The top 20 AI tools – and the #1 thing to remember when you use them Dolphin sounds fall into a few specific categories, such as whistles, squawks, and clicking buzzes, each linked to…

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Choppy Wi-Fi Waters: FCC Action Could Improve Cruise Ship Connectivity

Choppy Wi-Fi Waters: FCC Action Could Improve Cruise Ship Connectivity

Cruise vacations are more popular than ever, with nearly 20 million Americans expected to set sail this year—up 4.5% from 2024. This boom is not just a post-pandemic rebound; cruise demand is now outpacing growth in the traditional hotel sector. By 2030, U.S. cruise industry revenues are projected to more than double—rising from approximately $3.7 billion in 2024 to nearly $7.6 billion. As more Americans take to the seas, it’s time for the U.S. Federal…

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Windows Server 2025 domain controllers may lose connectivity after reboot, says Microsoft

Windows Server 2025 domain controllers may lose connectivity after reboot, says Microsoft

Microsoft is warning IT administrators that their Windows Server 2025 domain controllers (DC) may lose network connectivity after they are restarted. In a Windows release health dashboard update posted Friday, the company said that, after a restart, “Windows Server 2025 domain controllers (such as servers hosting the Active Directory domain controller role) might not manage network traffic correctly,” rendering them inaccessible on the domain network, or possibly allowing “incorrect access” over ports and protocols that…

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5 things to do with the Linux terminal on your Android phone – including my favorite

5 things to do with the Linux terminal on your Android phone – including my favorite

Jack Wallen/ZDNET If you have a phone running Android 15, you can enable a full-blown Linux terminal that includes many of the commands you’re used to running on Linux, and I have to say that it’s pretty cool. Before we go any further, I want to mention what you can’t do with the Linux terminal on Android. You can’t install GUI apps without serious work. I’ve tried running GUI apps and found they simply wouldn’t…

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These stackable toolkits have a compact design that looks great in my workshop

These stackable toolkits have a compact design that looks great in my workshop

ZDNET’s key takeaways These Hoto kits are well made, with a powerful tool and a range of accessories in each You can buy them separately, or bundle all three for $215, a savings of $53.98. The kits come in an innovative storage/carry case that clip together to ease of storage and transport. If all three is overkill, just buy the individual kit you need. One of my all-time favorite electric screwdrivers is Hoto’s 12-in-1, a…

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