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Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images The next time you fly United Airlines, you might notice a serious upgrade to the in-flight internet. Earlier this year, United Airlines said that its first Starlink internet-equipped flight was expected to take off in the second quarter of this year. The airline appears ahead of schedule, as it has announced the first successful installation of Starlink on a plane. Starlink-equipped planes will have internet speeds up to 250 megabits…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Qualcomm claims that my Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus’ Snapdragon 8 Elite CPU is faster than the Intel Core Ultra 288V chip. My smartphone also has 12GB of RAM and 512GB of solid-state storage. In short, it’s more powerful than most of my laptops. So why not use it as a laptop?  Why not, indeed, says Google, which has introduced — at long last — a native Linux Terminal application in its March 2025 Pixel…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is more polished, feature-rich, and pricier than ever, starting at $1,899 for the 256GB variant. Buy it for the flexible use cases, including the large inner display, which is great for mobile entertainment, and the hinge design, which makes taking photos with the rear camera a breeze. Like with older Z Fold models, camera hardware and battery performance remain areas for improvement. more buying choices As…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a premium flagship meant for users who want the most out of their phone, with a starting price of $1,299. Key improvements include new Galaxy AI features, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. No major shifts to camera hardware, battery size, and charging speeds leave a lot to be desired. more buying choices During, Samsung’s Discover Spring Sale, Samsung is offering up…

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET The launch of ChatGPT sparked a generative AI craze, igniting a tech revolution that has forced companies to rapidly innovate to stay competitive in this evolving landscape.  Also: I replaced my iPhone 16 Pro with the 16e for a week – here’s everything I learned Although Apple was late to the AI race, its launch of Apple Intelligence promised a transformative overhaul, putting Siri at the center of the Apple ecosystem as a context-aware personal…

Anthropic Anthropic appears to have removed Biden-era commitments to creating safe AI from its website.  Originally flagged by an AI watchdog called The Midas Project, the language was removed last week from Anthropic’s transparency hub, where the company lists its “voluntary commitments” related to responsible AI development. Though not binding, the deleted language promised to share information and research about AI risks, including bias, with the government.  Also: Got a suspicious E-ZPass text? It’s a…

ZDNET’s key takeaways Abbott’s Lingo is a biosensor that provides accurate glucose levels for $50. It lasts for 14 days and helps you understand the relationship between your diet and the effects it has on your body. The app needs more active coaching for a deeper understanding of implementing healthier choices. Insulin resistance affects 40% of US adults ages 18 to 44, and individuals over 45 also have a high chance of developing it. With…

NurPhoto/Getty Images Instagram has been launching a flurry of new features lately. Some of these mirror TikTok features, such as Edits — Instagram’s version of the CapCut video editing app. Others — like profile cards — are geared toward professionalizing the app for small businesses. Also, updated algorithms recommend more original content, a benefit to creators. Now, Meta’s social media platform is testing a new Community Chat feature. Also: Targeting TikTok, Meta’s Instagram may turn Reels into a…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET If you put any one of today’s best TVs in front of you, you would think you’re seeing what peak display technology looks like. But when you put them side by side, the differences in brightness, color volume, contrast, and more are what separate the good from the truly exceptional. Of course, such comparisons are hard to come by in reality; even if you head to a local brick-and-mortar, the TVs will likely…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The AAWireless Two costs $65 and gives you wireless Android Auto support when plugged in. A new built-in button lets you quickly swap between paired devices. The companion app is almost too robust, but that’s not the worst thing. Update: The AAWireless Two adapter is back in stock on Amazon again.  Since I bought my first car two years ago, I’ve had the worst luck with wireless Android Auto adapters. I initially…