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Matthew Miller/ZDNET What’s the deal? Over on Amazon, the OnePlus 12R with the 128GB storage drive is on sale for $429 ($70 off). The 256GB model is seeing a similar discount, currently retailing for $529 ($70). You better act fast because we don’t know when this offer will end. Also: The best Android phones you can buy: Expert tested (including the Pixel 9 Pro) ZDNET’s key takeaways The OnePlus 12R retails at $499.99, though the brand will give…

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET OpenAI is constantly adding new features to ChatGPT to make it more functional for everyday needs and essential in our workflows. The most recent of these updates is a new canvas feature — unveiled at the beginning of the month — that has left me beyond impressed.  Also: How to use ChatGPT to write a better cover letter If you use ChatGPT as a co-editor in any capacity, you will never again use ChatGPT without…

VikaValter/Getty Images I’m a self-proclaimed audiophile on a never-ending quest to get the best sound possible for my listening pleasure.  During this journey, I’ve encountered terms I didn’t know and would have to look them up to understand better what I was hearing or looking for. I thought I’d share some of those terms with you.  Also: The best headphones you can buy This isn’t an extensive list. However, I believe the terms will help you…

Just_Super/Getty Images Anthropic, maker of the Claude family of large language models, this week updated its policy for safety controls over its software to reflect what it says is the potential for malicious actors to exploit the AI models to automate cyber attacks.  The PDF document, detailing the company’s “responsible scaling policy,” outlines several procedural changes that it says are needed to monitor the ongoing risks of misuse of AI models. That includes several levels…

Your dog may not know it’s wearing the Petcube GPS Tracker, but you’ll know, and that peace of mind can be priceless. Maria Diaz/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The Petcube GPS Tracker is now available for $40. Held in a silicon case, the Petcube GPS tracker goes on your dog’s collar, lets you track your pet’s location in real-time, set safe areas through geofencing, and turn on “lost dog mode.” The tracker can only be used…

Jada Jones/ZDNET Sonos, a leading name in consumer audio, is known for its premium smart speakers, headphones, and soundbars. A soundbar is a simple way to elevate your TV-watching experience, and Sonos offers some of the best in the market. This week, Sonos introduced the Arc Ultra, the latest addition to its soundbar lineup and the successor to the 2020 Arc. The Arc Ultra brings incremental enhancements in dialogue clarity, audio transparency, and bass response….

Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET After months of beta testing, Microsoft has officially released its major 2024 update for Windows 11. Known as Windows 11 24H2, the latest version enhances the Copilot AI, spruces up File Explorer, promises faster performance and greater stability, and kicks in other improvements. Also: Microsoft blocked your Windows 11 upgrade? This tool can fix that With the update now rolling to all Windows 11 users, you may find it popping up…

Jack Wallen/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The Denon PerL earbuds are on sale for $179 on Amazon. These are the best-sounding pair of earbuds I’ve found at this price point, with crisp, crystal-clear sounds straight out of the box. Six hours of battery life is right on average for earbuds in this price range. You’ve probably heard me rave about the Denon PerL Pro earbuds. There’s a good reason: they’re the best earbuds I’ve ever heard….

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Hisense U8N typically retails between $1,100 and $2,800 The U8N has a 144Hz native refresh rate and support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro VRR, making it perfect for console gaming Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision support give you enhanced picture quality as well as virtual surround sound for a more immersive experience. more buying choices If you’re a console gamer or entertainment buff looking for a high-quality, dedicated TV for your…

David Malan/Getty Images According to the Google Chrome Web Store, uBlock Origin is now listed with the following warning: “This extension may soon no longer be supported because it doesn’t follow best practices for Chrome extensions.” uBlock Origin has been one of the most popular Chrome extensions for privacy and security because it does a fantastic job of blocking ads, cookies, warnings, and overlays. The extension has been around for some time and is available…