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The Swippitt at CES 2025.  Kerry Wan/ZDNET CES 2025 is bringing some seriously cool tech, and while we’ve seen plenty of hype around fitness wearables, TVs, smart home gear, and more, there’s one device so captivating that it’s hard to look away — the Swippitt. Swippitt is a boxy device that lets you insert your phone into the opening, and in two seconds, it comes out with a fully-charged battery. The allure of this tech toaster…

sankai/Getty Images The cybersecurity landscape of 2024 was marked by devastating ransomware attacks, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered social engineering, and state-sponsored cyber operations that caused billions in damages. As 2025 kicks off, the convergence of AI, geopolitical instability, and evolving attack surfaces presents an even more complex threat environment. Security professionals are bracing for what could be the most challenging year yet in cyber defense as threat actors leverage increasingly sophisticated tools and tactics. Based on…

Sylvain Sonnet/Getty Images Technology is predicted to be the most divergent driver of labor market change, with broadening digital access expected to create and displace more jobs than any other macro trend, according to the World Economic Forum (WEF).  About 170 million new jobs (equivalent to 14% of today’s employment) will be created this decade, according to the WEF’s ‘Future of Jobs Report 2025‘. At the same time, 92 million roles will be displaced, creating…

XH4D/Getty Images Tomorrow’s application users may look quite different than what we know today — and we’re not just talking about more GenZers. Many users may actually be autonomous AI agents.    That’s the word from a new set of predictions for the decade ahead issued by Accenture, which highlights how our future is being shaped by AI-powered autonomy. By 2030, agents — not people — will be the “primary users of most enterprises’ internal digital systems,”…

LG This week at CES 2025, LG revealed its new UltraFine 6K Display, a professional-grade monitor that resembles Apple’s Pro Display XDR but comes with a few advantages.  For starters, the LG UltraFine is the first 6K monitor to use Thunderbolt 5 ports. Apple incorporated the new connectivity standard last year in the M4 MacBook Pro and Mac mini, but its Pro Display XDR is over five years old, after all, and limited to Thunderbolt 3….

ZDNET’s key takeaways It had great AI motion tracking It’s iOS or Android compatible But it doesn’t have a tilt function Roaming the North Hall of CES I came across a gazillion AI tools. Most were over-hyped gimmicks. However, I did find the XbotGo Chameleon to be quite interesting and useful. As a sports photographer and videographer, I pay attention to tools and camera rigs that can help make my job easier. AI isn’t going to…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Viture Pro Neckband is available now for $299 for the Classic model and $399 for the Elite model Increased RAM and twice the storage are provided in the Elite model This accessory has a refined design with easy controls, supports hand gestures, provides multi-screen support, and lets you take content on the go without using your phone battery The accessory is rather expensive, the battery lasts about four hours, and it’s…

Jack Wallen/ZDNET What’s the deal?  The Airthings Renew air purifier is 11% off on Amazon right now, making it $356 instead of $400. ZDNET’s key takeaways The Airthings Renew air purifier retails for $400. This air purifier does a seriously good job of cleaning the air, even in musty basements. The Airthings Renew is pretty pricey, but it beats cheaper alternatives by a mile. We have an unfinished basement that serves as my wife’s gardening…

SEAN GLADWELL/Getty Images The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is when brands make major announcements for product releases and unveil cool concepts and mockups for future projects. So it’s no surprise that Genki — a third-party gaming and PC accessories manufacturer — showed off some new devices.  Also: CES 2025: The 15 most impressive products you don’t want to miss What caught us off guard, however, was Genki’s alleged mockup of a Nintendo Switch 2 console and Joy-Con…

Whether you’re taking algebra, geometry, calculus, or anything in between, a graphing calculator is an essential tool. Plus, if you’re in high school (or heading to college soon), you’ll need a one handy for standardized tests like the ACT and SAT. Also: The best iPads for college students While many schools offer graphing calculators for classroom use, having your own at home can give you the edge when it comes to practice and improving test…