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ZDNET’s key takeaways The Celero5G Tab is available for as low as $100 for existing customers, with a data line costing $20 a month. This is a simple, no-frills Android tablet that you can take anywhere with you for light work and entertainment, whether there’s Wi-Fi or not. The Celero5G Tab is network-exclusive with Boost Mobile, and it has very limited memory and capacity, so I wouldn’t recommend it for demanding work sessions. Good, affordable…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 is on sale now for $1,199. It’s a versatile laptop that can handle a variety of use cases, its mini-LED display is bright and vivid, it comes with a stylus, and it’s very competitively priced on sale. It’s on the bulky side and can run warm. Dell’s recent decision to ditch its familiar laptop naming convention left some consumers upset over the fact that there won’t be…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Google Pixel 9a is the latest midrange phone from the company and retails for $499. It features a new Tensor G4 chip, helpful AI tools, an improved main camera, and the largest battery of any Pixel. You’ll have to settle for some budget trade-offs, including the lack of a telephoto lens and slower charging speeds. more buying choices I’m inclined to think that the folks behind the latest Google Pixel 9a…

BaaS supports private, public and hybrid cloud environments. Hybrid cloud, which pairs on-premises infrastructure with cloud-based storage and management, can help enterprises achieve what’s known as the “3-2-1 rule of backup,” a strategy whereby an enterprise keeps three copies of their data —  two in local storage, one offsite. However, hybrid cloud requires more capital and infrastructure investment.  Types of backup methods  Backup isn’t a one-size-fits-all model. Because BaaS is pay-as-you-go and customizable, enterprises have…

rob dobi/Getty Images AI feels inescapable. It’s everywhere: Your smartphone, Google, work tools. AI features promise to make life easier and more productive – but what exactly is the environmental impact of a quick chatbot query? As AI adoption continues to grow, so do the technology’s energy costs. Made up of high-compute systems, AI requires a lot of data, which needs to be stored on large networks of computers known as data centers. Just like…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The 12-inch Microsoft Surface Pro is available now starting at $799 for the Platinum color, and $899 for the new Violet and Ocean colors. The 12-inch version is exceedingly thin and light with a fast-charging battery, and the refreshed form factor looks more premium. The 256GB of storage is not enough for a device at this price point, and the cost adds up quickly, as the keyboard, mouse, and even the power…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The OnePlus 13 is a snappy, nearly no-compromise phone that starts at $899. A Snapdragon 8 Elite, paired with a 6,000mAh battery and 80W fast charging, is a recipe for endurance success. IP69 is almost excessive, but you’ll appreciate it when least expected. apr / 2025 Over at OnePlus’ website, both OnePlus 13 models are on sale for $50 off, and each purchase comes with a free gift. Options include a OnePlus…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Eufy FamiLock S3 Max is a new video smart lock available for $400. This smart lock also features a camera and doorbell button, and an indoor screen shows you who is at the door. I just wish the FamiLock S3 Max could unlock with human recognition using the Eufy HomeBase BionicMind, and the smart lock isn’t convenient for some users, like those with a screen or storm door. That viral phrase,…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Samsung has officially launched its One UI 8 beta program, and you can sign up to be among the first to test it out — if you have a compatible device. In an announcement earlier this week, Samsung said the new platform, which is based on Android 16, would bring “a new era of software intelligence” to Galaxy devices along with several other upgrades. Here’s a look at what’s new and how you…