I just adopted a kitten, and this is the pet tech I'm buying this Black Friday

Adding another cat to the house means adding more products to keep two cats fed, safe, and entertained. This is what I'm buying this week.

If you want more screen space for work, I'd recommend this 37-inch Samsung monitor

Samsung's ViewFinity S8 is a spacious, 4K monitor with an ergonomic design, and it's 34% off with this Black Friday deal.

This immutable Linux distro has a killer tool that sets it apart - and makes ditching Windows easy

With so many Linux distributions available, it takes something special to lure users away from Windows. Aurora checks all the boxes.

Anthropic just released Claude Opus 4.5 - here's how it stacks up against other leading models

The company describes its new model as "a step forward in what AI systems can do, and a preview of changes to how work gets done."

ChatGPT's new shopping research tool is fast, fun, and free - but can it out-shop me?

Just in time for the holiday shopping season, OpenAI has introduced a new tool that it hopes will help you find just what you're looking for.

Firefox just fixed my biggest annoyance with web browsers - and it's a game changer

Firefox has proved it's still in the game, with a new search feature every browser should copy ASAP.

You can get a year of HBO Max for just $2.99 a month right now - here's how

This Black Friday deal gives you 12 months of HBO Max for 73% off.

Want better Gemini responses? Try these 10 tricks, Google says

With Gemini 3, Google is offering quick, practical tips to instantly improve your results.

Best Black Friday deals 2025: 70+ deals on TVs, laptops, streaming, and more

Black Friday is just days away, and nearly every major retailer is offering discounts and deals, like HBO Max for $3 per month.

5 ways to prevent your AI strategy from going bust

Three years after generative AI took off, experts are questioning its value. Here's how you can make AI deliver real returns.

I love my iPhone 17 Pro Max, but this 20,000mAh Android phone made its battery look small

The Blackview Xplore 2 may seem like just another rugged phone, but it also has a battery capacity that sets records.

7 open-source apps I'd honestly pay for because they're that good

These apps are free, but I'd be willing to shell out some cash for them. Here's why.

My 5 favorite tricks in Apple's new Preview app - and how I use them on my iPhone

The Preview app on iPhone is pretty impressive. Here's which features have won me over so far.

Marshall's boldest soundbar yet has me rethinking my entire Sonos setup

The Marshall Heston 60 and Sub 200 aren't your average soundbar and subwoofer, but how do they compare to industry veterans?

How to zip files in Windows 11 (and the expert way to do it to save time)

Compressing files is a practical Windows 11 skill for organizing your storage (and you don't need extra apps). Here's how.

Why I prefer this Bluetooth tracker card in my wallet over AirTags - especially at this price

This tracker tag is just a fraction of an inch thick yet packs impressive tech into a tiny frame.

This air purifier is a must for pet parents, and it's $150 off for Black Friday

Get cleaner air for less with the Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max air purifier for 43% off.

The top 5 tech products we want to see discounted for Black Friday (and by how much)

Black Friday is next week, and we're hoping to see some enticing deals on these products. (And they'd better beat out early sale prices.)

This smart projector hangs the stars and sky in any room, and it's less than $60 right now

The Govee Star Light Projector is an absolute game-changer for my kid's nighttime routine, and it's on sale for Black Friday.

The Windows Insider Program is a confusing mess

The Insider Program was a game-changer for Windows users. What went wrong?

These Govee waterproof outdoor lights are perfect for the holidays, and they're on sale just in time

Govee's permanent outdoor lights are festively fun, and $160 off ahead of Black Friday.

The softest blanket and bamboo sheets are 35% off for Black Friday

Cozy Earth makes soft blankets, sheets, towels, bed sets, and more -- and you can get everything on the site at a discount for Black Friday with our coupon.

Make soft-serve ice cream at home with the Ninja Creami Swirl - down to the lowest price yet for Black Friday

This version of the popular Ninja Creami ice cream maker lets you dispense your own soft serve, and makes an excellent Christmas gift.

The Lenovo ThinkPad streak is over - this model breaks a decade-long trend in the best way yet

The ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition reimagines the classic design with a sleek, modern look clearly aimed at MacBook fans.

Thousands of readers bought this smartwatch this year (it's not from Apple, Samsung, or Google)

We found the top 10 smartwatches and fitness trackers our readers bought most this year, and there were several surprises on the list.

The base model Kindle is the e-reader most people should buy, and it's only $80 right now

The base model Kindle is ideal for most users, and it's available for under $100 during Amazon's Black Friday sale.

Best Walmart Black Friday deals live now: Save up to 60% on AirPods, TVs, Dyson vacuums, and more

Walmart's Black Friday deals are here, with big discounts on laptops, kitchen gadgets, and more (including the lowest-ever prices on AirTags, AirPods, and Apple Watches).

These sleep earbuds can dim out distracting noise, and they're not made by Bose or Anker

Ozlo's Sleepbuds are on sale for $75 off during Black Friday sales -- the lowest price we've ever seen.

I bring this $14 USB-C cable with me whenever I commute or travel - here's why it's selling out

The Statik PowerPivot Pro features a 180-degree swivel mechanism and a pull-out Type-A port, making it a 2-in-1 wire.

The GE Opal nugget ice maker makes the good ice, and it's $160 off for Black Friday

Whether you call it the good ice, Sonic ice, or soft ice, you can now have it from the comfort of your kitchen.

Best Black Friday phone deals 2025: 15 offers I found on iPhones, Pixel, Samsung, more

Black Friday sales have begun, with my favorite deal being the Google Pixel 10 for just $599, a $200 discount on an already-fantastic offering.

The best PlayStation 5 bundles that thousands of gamers are shopping this Black Friday

With Black Friday this week, PlayStation 5 deals are rolling out aggressively. I've compiled the top three offers to help shoppers get started.

I replaced my dual monitors with these XR smartglasses - now on sale for Black Friday

Xreal's One Pro smartglasses simulate a 171-inch spatial screen with 57-degree field of view at a 120Hz refresh.

I found the best Black Friday streaming service and device deals

Black Friday is just days away, but we've already found great streaming deals, including HBO Max for $2.99 a month, and Disney+ and Hulu for $4.99 a month.

20+ hidden Roku TV menus and shortcuts I wish I knew years ago

You're not using your Roku to its full potential. These secret menus, shortcuts, settings, and hacks will fix that.

Best early Black Friday PlayStation deals 2025: 20 sales out now

Black Friday is a few days away, but you can already find great PlayStation deals now from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and others. I've collected some of the best.

Best Black Friday laptop deals 2025: 20+ sales live now on MacBooks, Lenovo, HP, more

Black Friday is here, and the big sales have kicked off. Here are the best laptop deals we've found so far, including the new MacBook Air M4 for 25% off.

Best early Black Friday gaming PC deals 2025: My favorite sales right now

Black Friday is one week away, but you can get a jump on your holiday shopping list with great deals on gaming desktop PCs, monitors, SSDs, and more.

How Microsoft's new security agents help businesses stay a step ahead of AI-enabled hackers

Copilot customers will find the agents embedded in their relevant security and management dashboards.

The best products we tested in 2025: ZDNET's picks for phones, laptops, TVs, and more

After a year of testing the best hardware and software products that brands have to offer, here's our list of 2025 winners.

Best Black Friday iPad deals 2025: 16 sales live now

Looking to find a deal on an iPad this holiday season? There are Black Friday deals on the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and more ahead of Black Friday later this week.

Best early Black Friday Apple deals 2025: 45+ sales out now

Black Friday is only a few days away. This is the best time to take advantage of discounts on Apple devices, and my favorite deals include discounted MacBooks, iPads, earbuds, and more.

Best early Black Friday Nintendo Switch deals 2025: 15+ sales out early

Black Friday is only a few days away, but you can find great Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 deals now. I've collected the best from Walmart, Best Buy, and more.

Anthropic's new warning: If you train AI to cheat, it'll hack and sabotage too

Models trained to cheat at coding tasks developed a propensity to plan and carry out malicious activities, such as hacking a customer database.

Google denies analyzing your emails for AI training - here's what happened

You can opt out of the features in question if you're still concerned. Here's how.

You can finally get built-in vertical tabs in Chrome - here's how and why they're better

Rejoice, browser fans, vertical tabs are officially here for Chrome.

My favorite color e-reader is on sale for its lowest price ever, and it's not made by Kobo or Boox

Amazon's Kindle Colorsoft brings a smooth color display to your favorite books, and it's $80 off as an early Black Friday deal.

I finally tried GrapheneOS on my Pixel, and it's the secure Android alternative I've been waiting for

My only regret is not installing it sooner.

These 10 Amazon Black Friday deals are so good they're downright steals (and all under $25)

I'd buy these gadgets any time of year, but they're even better on sale during Amazon's Black Friday event.

The best Mini ITX PC cases of 2025: Expert recommended

PCs are no longer big, bulky boxes and can now be both small and stylish. We've rounded up the best mini ITX PC cases that are compact yet powerful.

Our readers' top 10 most-purchased gadgets surprised our editor (they'll surprise you, too)

I'm always testing new gadgets that can help you around the house or at the office. These are the most popular ones ZDNET readers have bought this year so far.

I'm a shopping editor, and these are the 9 wellness gadgets I'm buying for Black Friday

I cover tech deals all year round, but these are the beauty and wellness deals I'll be shopping this Black Friday.

How to AirDrop on Android to iPhone (and which models support the file-sharing feature)

Google has found a way for Quick Share to play nicely with AirDrop, paving the way for the new sharing method. Here's the breakdown.

Not enough people are talking about my new favorite work laptop (and it's not a ThinkPad)

Asus' ExpertBook P3 powers through demanding workloads thanks to its AMD processor, ample RAM, and efficient thermal cooling.

This ghost tapping scam can steal money from your mobile wallet or card - how to block it

Scammers or fake vendors can exploit tap-to-pay and NFC transactions to steal money from your credit card or mobile wallet. Here's what you need to know to stop them.

Why the mirrorless camera I recommend to most beginners isn't a Canon or Sony

The Nikon Z5 II is an excellent camera for aspiring photographers to transition into the professional photography realm.

How AI can magnify your tech debt - and 4 ways to avoid that trap

A new study finds 43% of IT managers fear AI will create new technical debt - even as 84% expect cost cuts from AI adoption. Here's how to avoid the tech debt trap.

Can a Linux laptop really replace my MacBook? This one is surprisingly close

Tuxedo Computers' Infinity Book Pro 14 is a sleek laptop with Linux preinstalled. But its performance is backed up by some smart design choices.

Black Friday TV deals are live now with massive sales: Here are our 40+ top picks

Black Friday is a few days away, and we're tracking great deals on TVs, streaming bundles, and home theater equipment from Samsung, Sony, and more.

I tested the Kindle Scribe 2 for months, and it beat my ReMarkable in several ways

Amazon's Kindle Scribe earned our Editor's Choice award for its excellent note-taking features and ease of use. Right now, it's cheaper than ever.