My favorite XR glasses for traveling got 3 major upgrades – and a big discount

My favorite XR glasses for traveling got 3 major upgrades – and a big discount

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Viture Pro XR glasses are available for a retail price of $499 in black. The display is larger, brighter, and smoother with the same form factor, fit, and excellent construction. An additional accessory is needed for devices without USB-C and multiple pieces are required for gaming. Right now, you can save $60 on the Viture Pro glasses on Amazon with the on-page coupon, bringing the price down to $399. After buying the…

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You can still get a free 55-inch Sony 4K TV right now – here's how

You can still get a free 55-inch Sony 4K TV right now – here's how

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Buy One, Get One offers on TVs are rare — especially on a Sony TV we expect to gain high marks later this year. But for a limited time, Sony is giving out free TVs with select purchases. If you buy a 65-inch Bravia 8 II QD-OLED 4K display, you will get a 55-inch X77L 4K Google TV at no cost. This TV normally retails for $590. Similarly, if you buy a 55-inch…

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Which Roku streaming stick should you buy in 2025? I recommend only these models

Which Roku streaming stick should you buy in 2025? I recommend only these models

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Roku Streaming Stick and Streaming Stick Plus are available now for $30 and $40, respectively. Both streaming devices are more compact than ever, only slightly larger than an HDMI port; they’re also portable and can be powered by your TV These new Roku Sticks don’t feature Find My Remote or backlit buttons, which are reserved for the high-end Roku remote. more buying choices I remember making the switch from cable to…

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Anthropic tripled its revenue in 5 months – and this is why

Anthropic tripled its revenue in 5 months – and this is why

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic has hit $3 billion in annualized revenue, marking a 200% increase in just five months, according to a Friday report from Reuters. The news points to increasing demand among businesses for generative AI tools. Anthropic’s annualized revenue — or its total projected earnings over the course of the year, assuming its current rate of income continues — was close to $1 billion in December, according to the Reuters report,…

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5 ways to make assertive decisions in uncertain times, according to business leaders

5 ways to make assertive decisions in uncertain times, according to business leaders

Adrienne Bresnahan/Getty Images We live in uncertain times. From geopolitical tension, macroeconomic instability, and digital transformation, business leaders must develop strategies that help their organizations survive and thrive in a complex world. Also: 5 secrets to achieving your goals, according to business leaders So what’s the key to making assertive decisions in volatile and uncertain times? Five business leaders give us their top tips. 1. Build dynamic capacity Gabriela Vogel, vice president analyst in Gartner’s…

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I changed 10 settings on my Fire TV to instantly improve the performance

I changed 10 settings on my Fire TV to instantly improve the performance

Why is my Fire TV running so slow? That’s a complex question to answer. It could be the age of your device. Older hardware might struggle to load the latest apps and services. But it could also be a combination of outdated software, too many background processes, and accumulated temporary files. All these things can make your Fire TV or Fire TV Stick lag. Fortunately, the tips above address most of these problems. Are there…

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The Galaxy S25 Ultra redefines premium smartphones, and now it's $250 off

The Galaxy S25 Ultra redefines premium smartphones, and now it's 0 off

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 The 256GB Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for…

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This $15 USB-C cable has a built-in power meter, and I keep finding uses for it

This  USB-C cable has a built-in power meter, and I keep finding uses for it

ZDNET’s key takeaways The InfinaCore six-foot 100W LED charging cable is $15 on Amazon. It’s made of a tough, braided 100W USB-C-to-USB-C cable with a power meter for easy diagnostics. Data transfer speeds aren’t the fastest, but that’s not primarily why you’d use this cable, anyway. One tool that I use a lot in my job is USB power meters. These measure the flow of power from a charger to a device, and display this…

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