Kerry Wan/ZDNET The Google I/O keynote took place on Tuesday, and the company took the stage to unveil new features across all of its product offerings. Of course, 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…

Artie Beaty/ZDNET Google Gemini already offers a host of useful capabilities. From generating text and creating images to live conversations, deep research, and analyzing files, Google’s AI has proven itself a strong contender in the AI field.  Also: Everything announced at Google I/O 2025: Gemini, Search, Android XR, and more At Google I/O 2025 on Tuesday, the company revealed a slew of new and improved features now available with its AI assistant. 1. New Google AI…

Matthew Miller/ZDNET Midrange smartphones like the OnePlus Nord N30 are a nice alternative to high-end devices like the OnePlus 13. They provide a premium experience without the exorbitant cost. And now, thanks to a new deal, this already affordable phone is even cheaper. The device typically costs $300, but as part of a new late Spring promotion, you can get it as low as $230 right now. Also: My five favorite Memorial Day phone deals…

HP/ZDNET Whether you’re looking to replace the family computer with a well-rounded laptop, upgrade your work-from-home setup, or need a gift for a graduating senior heading off to college in the fall, the HP Envy Laptop 17 is a solid choice with plenty of power and performance for handling everything from web browsing and streaming to online classes or meetings and even light gaming. Right now, when you buy directly from HP, you can save…

ZDNET’s key takeaways Configurations for Lenovo’s LOQ Tower 17IRR9 start at $1,099. The computer is a great option for people looking for a well-performing, compact, and affordable computer. However, because of its small size, it has a limited number of available ports. more buying choices Lenovo’s Legion series is positioned as the company’s flagship gaming laptop line. However, in recent years, the company has expanded into mid-range hardware with the LOQ series. Most entries are laptops;…

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…

Google / ZDNET Several months ago, Google promised that one of the coolest Gemini features would soon be available on a much larger scale.  Also: Everything announced at Google I/O 2025: Gemini, Search, Android XR, and more That moment has arrived as Google announced that Gemini Live with camera and screen sharing is now free for all users worldwide on iOS and Android, starting today. The feature was first introduced in January as an exclusive for…

LG has discounted a wide range of products for Memorial Day, from household appliances to computer monitors and even laptops. Right now, you can buy the LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 OLED Laptop for $1,200, a major 40% discount. Also: My top 5 picks for the best Memorial Day laptop deals so far If that wasn’t enough, you can also add in a 27-inch Full HD MyView Smart Monitor for free, a screen that normally retails…

To that bundle the company has now added AI Canvas, which can generate real-time dashboards that allow customers build customizable views to more closely monitor and spot network performance and security problems. Extreme says the feature can reduce manual tasks by 90%. In addition, Extreme’s new Service AI Agent uses natural language to perform tasks such as planning, configuring, troubleshooting, and generating reports. Extreme says the agent can handle complex tasks such as policy enforcement and…