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Maria Diaz/ZDNET When ChatGPT first gained popularity in 2022, GPT-3.5 was the default model. In March 2023, the more advanced GPT-4 replaced it. Since then, both models have been lapped by a much more capable GPT-4o, which will soon replace GPT-4. Also: ChatGPT will remember everything you tell it now – like a real personal assistant On Thursday, OpenAI updated its ChatGPT release notes to announce that GPT-4 was being retired from ChatGPT and fully…

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Want to catch up on the latest health and wearable tech news? As ZDNET’s editor of health and wearable technology, I keep up with the daily rumors and news of new tech, so you don’t have to. I’ve rounded up some of the week’s most memorable stories on smartwatches and fitness trackers. Keep reading to learn about the latest features landing around your wrist.  From condition detection to condition management  Samsung is seeking…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The HP EliteBook Ultra G1i is on sale for $2,199 I highly recommend it to people looking for a laptop with top-performing hardware, a vibrant screen, and a high-quality webcam However, because of its limited port selection, some might find its usability limited without supplementary accessories. Work laptops don’t have to be boring hunks of gray metal. There are plenty of eye-catching models providing engaging experiences. People looking for these devices often…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The new Bosch Go is on sale for $90, around $10 off the regular price. It features USB-C charging, a vast improvement on the old microUSB port, plus there’s a bigger battery and a ring light on the front to illuminate the workspace. The screwdriver comes in a handy carry case with a selection of bits, so you have everything to do the job in hand. Two years ago, I got myself…

Groundcover’s expanded eBPF approach goes beyond traditional network monitoring, Azulay said: “eBPF is no longer just about network monitoring. We use it as an x-ray into operations flowing through the kernel of the operating system.”  Groundcover uses eBPF to provide full application-level traces. Azulay explained that the system can see the payload of the request and the response. He noted that, for example, if a user is sending a prompt to OpenAI, Groundcover’s eBPF-based technology will see…

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Following a series of delays and pauses, Microsoft is giving its problematic Recall feature another shot. It was tested last fall in the Dev Channel as an early, experimental feature, but it is now gradually rolling out in the Release Preview Channel. Now available in preview In a blog post published Thursday, the company announced that Recall is now available in preview mode for Windows Insiders running Windows 11 24H2 build 26100.3902. Available…

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Apple claims that the batteries shipped inside the iPhone 15 and later models are designed to retain 80% of their original capacity after 1,000 complete charge cycles “under ideal conditions.” When I acquired my iPhone 15 Pro Max, I decided to put this claim to the test. This smartphone was first used in March 2024 and has been my daily driver ever since. I have taken every possible measure to care for the…

Roberto Moiola / Sysaworld/Getty Images Michael Vuong, head of project management at fashion specialist BrandAlley, has worked hard to reach the top of his profession. However, he recognizes that people who succeed in business also enjoy time outside the workplace — and that’s why he’s taken sabbaticals. Also: 5 secrets to achieving your goals, according to business leaders Harvard Business Review (HBR) suggests sabbaticals have an overwhelmingly positive impact on people’s mental and physical well-being, creativity,…

Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images Accompanying the rise in detentions and deportations by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other authorities are increasingly frequent reports of smartphone searches. US authorities allegedly dig through past emails, photos, social network activity, and other content to establish grounds for apprehension or other enforcement decisions. While such intrusions as a function of domestic law enforcement are nothing new, concern that more people could be held accountable for their…

Vizio might not be the most popular TV brand on the market, but it still offers decent picture and audio quality if you want a midrange or budget-friendly model. With features like QLED panels for better color accuracy and contrast, VRR support for console gaming, and high refresh rates, Vizio TVs hold up pretty well against more expensive competitors from Samsung, Sony, and even Hisense or TCL. And with screen sizes ranging from as small…