Nvidia chip, GPT-5, Microsoft AI devices, and Google health redesign top ZDNET’s Innovation Index

Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO, shows the new Blackwell GPU chip (left).  Nvidia This week’s ZDNET Innovation Index continued to be AI top-heavy with AI-related topics taking three of the top four spots again — and it was further dominated by some of the largest tech companies in the world and the company that’s now synonymous … Read more

My favorite MagSafe charging station for Apple devices is $60 off right now

Ugreen Nexode 100W USB-C 3-port MagSafe charging station Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETWhat’s the deal? The Ugreen Nexode 100W USB-C 3-port MagSafe charging station is 28% off right now, plus Amazon is offering a $10 off coupon during its Big Spring Sale event.  Why this deal is ZDNET-recommended This MagSafe charging station is a very solid, well-designed bit of kit.  … Read more

UN says e-waste from trashed electric devices is piling up and recycling isn’t keeping pace

NAIROBI, Kenya — U.N. agencies have warned that waste from electronics is piling up worldwide while recycling rates remain low and are likely to fall even further. The agencies were referring to “e-waste,” which is defined as discarded devices with a plug or battery, including cellphones, electronic toys, TVs, microwave ovens, e-cigarettes, laptop computers and … Read more

The CSA launches an IoT Device Security Specification and certification program for smart home devices

As useful as connected devices like video doorbells and smart lights are, it’s wise to exercise caution when using connected tech in your home, especially after years of reading about security camera hacks, fridge botnet attacks, and smart stoves turning themselves on. But until now, there hasn’t been an easy way to assess a product’s … Read more

TipTop, the new app from Postmates’ founder and CEO, now lets you buy devices with trade-ins and cash

TipTop, the startup that offers instant cash for electronics, is launching TipTop Shop, a way for users to purchase and trade in devices. TipTop Shop builds on the success of TipTop Cash, which was released late last year. It lets people get instant payouts for electronic devices like smartphones, iPads, cameras, game systems and more. … Read more

Roku disables TVs and streaming devices until users consent to new terms

Roku users around the country turned on their TVs this week to find an unpleasant surprise: the company required them to consent to new dispute resolution terms in order to access their device. The devices are unusable until the user agrees. Users (at least, this user) received an email the day before saying that “we … Read more

Save Up to 27% Off Ecobee Smart Home Devices and Accessories Today

Ecobee is a name that most people associate with smart thermostats, but that’s far from the only category you’ll find its logo on. The company makes smart home accessories and devices of all kinds, and right now, many of them are being offered at discounted prices — if you’re quick. Amazon is offering some of … Read more

8 Best Deals: Streaming Devices, Smart TVs, and Projectors

I have big plans this weekend to watch the entirety of the new Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action series on Netflix. Maybe you have the same thing on your watchlist, or maybe you’re just looking to upgrade your TV and streaming setup. Either way, we’ve rounded up some great deals on streaming devices, soundbars, a … Read more