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Kerry Wan/ZDNET Google’s Chrome browser for MacOS and Windows is receiving an infusion of new Gemini-powered capabilities, including an AI browsing assistant contextually sensitized to a user’s browsing activities. Google made the announcement this week at Google I/O 2025. Dubbed Gemini-in-Chrome, the feature will be available May 21 to Google AI Pro and Google AI Ultra subscribers in the US as well as Chrome Beta, Dev, and Canary users.   Also: Everything announced at Google…

ZDNET’s key takeaways EZQuest’s 6-in-1 USB-C Slim Hub Adapter is available now for $80. It’s super thin and light, the host input cable is removable, and the cable can be replaced if damaged. The writing on the ports is small The shift to thin and light laptops has ushered in a host of devices with a lot less ports. Laptops that used to have a handful of USB, HDMI, and SD ports now just have…

ZDNET’s key takeaways HSFTools’ HF96V thermal camera is available now for $219, with a $50 off coupon on Amazon. It has a broad temperature range and a high level of accuracy with an eight-hour battery life. It has an IP54 rating for dust and water-resistance, but it’s not waterproof. Regular readers will know that I am a little obsessed with thermal imaging cameras. I regularly use them built into smartphones, those that can be attached…

Getty Images/400tmax The Google I/O keynote took place earlier this week, and the company took the stage to unveil new features across all of its product offerings. This included AI upgrades to the Google Workspace suite of applications, which millions of users rely on every day to get their work done, including Google Docs, Meet, Slides, Gmail, and Vids. Also: Google’s popular AI tool gets its own Android app – how to use NotebookLM on…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Motorola Razr (2025) is on sale for $700 and comes in four distinct colors Its OLED touchscreen, robust camera system, and flexible design combine to create one of my favorite smartphone experiences in 2025 However, the performance from the MediaTek chipset is rather lackluster more buying choices The Motorola Razr series has undergone a radical change over the years. Once a flip phone with an iconic ultrathin design, it has transformed…

Google began rolling out AI Mode in Search earlier this year, and the feature will now be widely available in the US, with no Labs sign-up required. It’ll come with some new capabilities, too. Deep Search in AI Mode, for example, expands the number of background queries from tens to hundreds to put together a more robust and thought-out search response. The result is a fully cited report that Google says will take just minutes…

ZDNET’s key takeaways Oura announced an integration with Dexcom’s Stelo CGM that simplifies the glucose-monitoring and meal-logging process One month of Stelo costs $100, and an Oura Ring starts at $350 The integration is great and convenient for people looking to learn about the ways glucose impacts their energy, sleep, and more. Health trackers already monitor our steps, sleep, and stress. But recent medical integrations and updates are taking these devices to another level. Consider…

Anker’s MagGo 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for iPhone is still a wireless charging dream months after my initial purchase, and it’s also ZDNET’s pick for best wireless charger. This MagSafe charger features 15W charging, offers a stand component for my iPhone, charges all my Apple devices simultaneously, and folds up easily for quick transport and storage. The charger also comes with a wall adapter, which isn’t always guaranteed.  Also: I found a Qi2 charging station that can…

Dyson Dyson just announced the launch of the slimmest cordless vacuum cleaner I’ve ever seen. The new Dyson PencilVac resembles those sweep brooms you may have seen growing up, but it features the latest vacuum technology inside. The Pencilvac’s long, thin handle — it’s only 1.5 inches thick — has the vacuum’s motor, dustbin, and filter all packed into it. As its name suggests, the PencilVac is shaped like a pencil — no more of…

When I’m at the pool, I’d rather spend most of my time off my mobile device. But it’s 2025, and my phone goes everywhere I do, including on the pool float with me while I soak up some sun. Now, there’s a practical reason for this, I promise. If I’m listening to music (on my JBL speaker), having my phone handy is critical to maintain the pool day vibes and change songs and playlists whenever…