Update: Switch gameplay revealed.Continuing the trend, Sony's PlayStation team San Diego Studio has today announced MLB The Show 25 will be arriving for Nintendo Switch on 18th March 2025.This year's version celebrates the series' monumental 20th anniversary - "a milestone that honors two decades of baseball history, innovation, and unforgettable memories for baseball fans around the world". This particular entry will feature three cover athletes including Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Gunnar Henderson.Read the full article on nintendolife.com

As a university student, Dalton Signor was troubled by how many people around him smoked or vaped, including his grandmother and 14-year-old sister.Signor (pictured center) felt that existing smoking cessation medicines, whether patches, gums, or lozenges, are not very effective because they take too long to start working. They take about 30 minutes to provide relief, but the average person relapses in 11 minutes, he told TechCrunch.So, three years ago, he set out to develop a withdrawal-inhibitor inhaler because delivering medication directly to the lungs allows for rapid absorption into the bloodstream, providing faster relief. He dropped out of the university to work on this problem, creating Miist Therapeutics, attracting Jeff Schuster (pictured left), a physicist who has dozens of patents for developing inhaled medicines, as CTO and co-founder, and his long-term friend and biomedical engineer Eric Ezerins (pictured right) as head of R&D.Three years after launching, Miist announced it secured $7 million in seed funding from investors including Refactor Capital, 1517 Fund, and Freeflow Ventures.Refractors solo GP Zal Bilmoria said he initially wasnt convinced that Miists approach would be effective. But when Signor presented him with the results of the companys Phase I trial, the former Andreessen Horowitz partner who helped launch that firms first Bio Fund, instantly changed his mind.The small study showed that smokers who used Miists inhaler eliminated 92% of their cravings in only two minutes, a 10X improvement over the existing standard of care. Its game-changing, Bilmoria said.Signor explained that Miists technology produces particles that are 50% smaller than other inhalers, which means the medicine is deposited deeper in the lungs, where the lining is just one cell thick, leading to faster absorption into the bloodstream.Although Miist calls its invention an inhaler, it looks and acts like a vaping device. Signor said that its vape-like properties may help with the psychological aspects of quitting.When people quit, they miss taking the five-minute smoke break and like having that part of their day to themselves, he said, adding that even though the medicine could be delivered in one inhalation, Miist chose to spread it out over seven puffs to mimic the behaviour of smoking.Image Credits:MiistNicotine addiction is not the only health issue where rapid release makes a big difference.The company recently launched a program for migraines. For someone in the throes of a migraine the difference between fast-acting and slow-absorbing medication can be significant. It not only provides faster relief, but can also help avert a much longer, untreatable attack.Although several nasal inhaler formulations of migraine drugs currently exist, Miist anticipates that its oral inhaler will be more effective.Miist is gearing up to run a Phase II trial of its smoking cessation tech that uses the active ingredient in standard nicotine replacement therapy, like Nicorette. It is also currently testing triptans, a class of migraine drugs, in the lab, Signor said. Signor envisions that the inhaler can one day also be used to administer other medicines for other conditions, such as anxiety control.Miist is not the only startup developing a vape-like device for smoking cessation and migraines. Qnovia has raised over $35 million at an estimated $350 million valuation from investors including Blue Ledge Capital, DG Ventures, and Vice Venture, Forbes reported.Qnovia, like Miist, needs FDA clearance before selling its device in the US. If approved, they will be the first prescription-approved smoking cessation treatment to come to market in nearly two decades.Some may view vaping as an unorthodox method of drug delivery. However, Refractors Bilmoria believes that its effectiveness should override peoples reservations.Its unbelievable to me that the pharma industry has overlooked this opportunity, he said.

In BriefPosted:1:05 PM PST February 4, 2025Image Credits:Andrew Harrer / Bloomberg / Getty ImagesGoogle removes pledge to not use AI for weapons from websiteGoogle removed a pledge to not build AI for weapons or surveillance from its website this week. The change was first spotted by Bloomberg. The company appears to have updated its public AI principles page, erasing a section titled applications we will not pursue, which was still included as recently as last week.Asked for comment, the company pointed TechCrunch to a new blog post on responsible AI. It notes, in part, we believe that companies, governments, and organizations sharing these values should work together to create AI that protects people, promotes global growth, and supports national security.Googles newly updated AI principles note the company will work to mitigate unintended or harmful outcomes and avoid unfair bias, as well as align the company with widely accepted principles of international law and human rights.In recent years, Googles contracts to provide the U.S. and Israeli militaries with cloud services have sparked internal protests from employees. The company has maintained that its AI is not used to harm humans; however, the Pentagons AI chief recently told TechCrunch that some companys AI models are speeding up the U.S. militarys kill chain.Topics

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The United Nations (UN) puts more than 20,000 people to work in New York, making it one of the citys largest job providers. City officials struck a deal recently that will keep the UN, and those jobs, in Manhattan for many more years. The UN has committed to multiple long-term leases at UN Plaza, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said in a press statement. The lease renewal will coincide with a major $500 million redevelopment to One and Two UN Plaza led by Spacesmith, a New York office.A $500 million investment by the United Nations Development Corporation (UNDC)a public benefit corporation founded in 1968will finance the project, assuaging concerns that tax payers could have to shoulder the costs.UNDC said that it has plans to issue up to $380 million in bonds to pay for the project. The underwriters for the bonds are Goldman Sachs and Siebert Williams Shank.Having the United Nations headquartered in New York City is a powerful, symbolic reminder of our citys proud reputation as a global capital along with being an economic engine and job creator, Mayor Adams said. The UN Headquarters was completed in 1953 by Wallace Harrison, Le Corbusier, Oscar Niemeyer, and company, but the last serious renovation work that happened there was by Heintges more than a decade ago.The $500 million development plan helmed by Spacesmith will entail multiple building-wide renovations, together with UNDC and the tenants of leased office spaces. The overall development will comprise 900,000 square feet.Buildings will get new systems to improve energy efficiency under the purview of New York States BuildSmart 2025 program, which sets ambitious energy goals. Other upgrades will be fire safety and accessibility improvements.Construction is set to begin in the second quarter of 2025 and conclude in 2027.The announcement comes almost one year after Bjarke Ingels Group, Soloviev Group, and Mohegan shared their vision for Freedom Plaza, a massive mixed-use development for the blocks immediately south of UN Headquarters.

close 'Scary' that China hacked Yellen's computer: Rep Jordan Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, discusses the report that Chinese hackers infiltrated Treasury Secretary Janet Yellens computer on The Ingraham Angle. The chances of your Instagram, X, Facebook, Amazon, Threads, Rumble, Twitch or other accounts getting taken over by spammy bots and data-stealing thieves have never been higher. So, dont sit there all smug, thinking, "Oh, Kim, that could never happen to me!"Freebie alert:Im giving away my latest ebook, "50 Smart Ways to Use AI" (a $9.95 value). Hope it helps you!A lot of the advice you find online about hacked social media sites and profiles is just plain wrong or, worse, leads to a scammer who promises to get your account back but really just steals your money. Keep reading for advice you can trust.DONT SCAM YOURSELF WITH THE TRICKS HACKERS DONT WANT ME TO SHAREStep 1: Sign out on every deviceIts alarming to think about someone elses hands all over your social media account, posting crap on your page. Fully sign out of your account on every device youre logged in.Pro tip:Under the Settings section in every social app, youll see a list of all (or the most recent) devices signed in. On Facebook, for instance, just click your profile picture > Settings & privacy > Activity log > Where youre logged in.This step will often boot more casual hackers piggybacking on automatic sign-ins. Theyll get asked for passwords they dont have and wont be able to log in again, so they cant spam your peeps. But dont stop here! In the social media age, anyone can become a victim of account hacking or identity theft at any time. (iStock)Step 2: Change your passwordLog into your account on one device and change your password. The account or settings page will have that option, likehere on Instagram. If hackers did get your password (maybe from a massive data breach), this will lock them out.You know the drill: Replace your old password with a strong one. Make it at least 12 characters with a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Better yet, have a password manager come up with a great one for you.THIS CRIME SHOT UP 400% HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELFStep 3: Report the hackNow, hackers should be mostly locked out of your socials. Before you take a deep breath, though, report the hack. This way, your social media platform can help you roll back your hacked messages and freeze your account until youre sure everything is safe.Account hacking is so bad, some social media sites have dedicated pages to report the problem. HeresFacebooks hacked page, and, no surprise, theres also anInstagram hacked page andXs questionnaire. Different apps come with different steps to safeguard your account. (Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA/AFP via Getty Images)Step 4: Check for surprise changesNo one likes cleaning the house, but it has to be done. Jump over to your account settings and check for any funny business, like:Fake messages or posts: Get rid of them.Connected devices: Hackers add their own devices for easy access to your accounts. Give them the boot.Third-party apps: A hacker may have installed a few new apps to track you or steal your data while your account was compromised. Remove them.Linked accounts: They also may have grabbed a bunch of bots or stalker-looking accounts as followers. Bye-bye.Your profile photos: Make sure its you and not some hot Russian woman.IM A TECH EXPERT: 10 AI PROMPTS YOULL USE ALL THE TIMEStep 5: One last thingPhew, youre almost done. Be sure to enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for your account. You can get a code via text, but its more secure to use an authenticator app.Steps here if youre new to the 2FA game.FYI, you can only get 2FA on X if you pay for its $8 monthly Premium service. Annoying.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPIf you run into any trouble with these steps Or if a hacker got your account suspended, call the social media platform. Keep in mind these companies dont care about you, so they really dont want to help you. Youll have to be persistent.Heres a list of popular tech numbers. Do not search on Google for these phone numbers.Reminder, get my newest ebook"50 Smart Ways to Use AI" free right now.Get tech-smarter on your scheduleAward-winning host Kim Komando is your secret weapon for navigating tech.National radio:Airing on 500+ stations across the US -Find yours or get the free podcast.Daily newsletter:Join 650,000 people who read the Current (free!)Watch: OnKims YouTube channelPodcast: "Kim Komando Today" - Listen wherever you get podcastsCopyright 2025, WestStar Multimedia Entertainment. All rights reserved.

The middle of the winter can feel like a drag, but your laptop doesn't have to feel that way. We've gone hands-on with an impressive selection of laptops from the leading companies, all for under $1,000 each. We're talking about well-crafted, powerful computers perfect for productivity and entertainment. Here are our top picks for the best laptops under $1,000 in 2025.Also: The best laptops of 2025What is the best laptop under $1,000 right now?Our pick for the best laptop under $1,000 is the M2 MacBook Air, due to its solid performance, portability, and HD display. With the March 2024 release of the M3 MacBook Air, the older M2 model received a much-appreciated price cut. This is great because the M2 model is still a highly regarded work laptop. Of course, the M2 MacBook Air isn't the only option -- check out our top picks for the best laptops under $1,000. Sort by All The best laptops under $1,000 of 2025 Show less The best laptop under $1,000 is the M2 MacBook Air, which was alsoZDNET's Product of the Year for 2022. It's a fantastic machine for a variety of reasons. The M2 SoC (system on a chip) allows the computer to handle enormous files, render videos, compress them, and help edit videos without slowing down.Professional and casual users alike will appreciate the Liquid Retina display, which can show 1.07 billion shades of color. Granted, it may not be as stunning as the screen on the MacBook Pro, but you still get a roughly 2K resolution image (2,560 x 1,664 pixels). Having a screen this nice, however, comes at a cost. The M2 MacBook Air has a slightly worse battery life than the 2020 model, lasting about 16 hours instead of 17 hours.Review:Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022) review: Sleeker, faster - and more expensiveDespite the slightly short battery life, the device is a premiere laptop. As ZDNET's editor-in-chief Jason Hiner wrote in his hands-on review, "the M2 MacBook Air is... the first redesign of the... product line in over a decade, and Apple has delivered a hardware design that impresses" in both form and function.Apple M2 MacBook Air techspecs: CPU Model:Apple M2 |RAM Memory:8GB|Hard Disk Drive:256GB SSD|Screen Size:13.6 inches Pros Solid performance from M2 chip Compact and lightweight Full HD display Cons Short battery life The best laptop under $1,000 is the M2 MacBook Air, which was alsoZDNET's Product of the Year for 2022. It's a fantastic machine for a variety of reasons. The M2 SoC (system on a chip) allows the computer to handle enormous files, render videos, compress them, and help edit videos without slowing down.Professional and casual users alike will appreciate the Liquid Retina display, which can show 1.07 billion shades of color. Granted, it may not be as stunning as the screen on the MacBook Pro, but you still get a roughly 2K resolution image (2,560 x 1,664 pixels). Having a screen this nice, however, comes at a cost. The M2 MacBook Air has a slightly worse battery life than the 2020 model, lasting about 16 hours instead of 17 hours.Review:Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022) review: Sleeker, faster - and more expensiveDespite the slightly short battery life, the device is a premiere laptop. As ZDNET's editor-in-chief Jason Hiner wrote in his hands-on review, "the M2 MacBook Air is... the first redesign of the... product line in over a decade, and Apple has delivered a hardware design that impresses" in both form and function.Apple M2 MacBook Air techspecs: CPU Model:Apple M2 |RAM Memory:8GB|Hard Disk Drive:256GB SSD|Screen Size:13.6 inches Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less View now at Acer Finding a low-cost gaming laptop, especially one with current-gen hardware, can be difficult. Enjoying modern games in high resolution without performance drops requires powerful components. Many of the best models frequently cost over $1,000, but the Acer Nitro V 15 bucks this trend.It has an AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS processor and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card. That alone makes this laptop well worth the purchase. You'll be playing the latest titles running at ultra-high resolution on this machine. Things don't stop there. The display runs at a refresh rate of 144Hz, ensuring smooth performance. I would argue that having a fast refresh rate is more important in gaming than having a high resolution. It makes a world of difference.The Acer Nitro V 15 can be an effective work laptop outside of gaming. It possesses the company's PurifiedView, which automatically tweaks and adjusts the onboard webcam during video calls to make sure you look your best. PurifiedVoice reduces the amount of outside noise leaking in, and the NitroSense app lets you fine-tune your gaming experience. You can, for example, adjust the cooling fan speeds.As great as this gaming laptop may be, it's not perfect. One of the common complaints we've seen online is that the cooling fans can get really noisy when internal temperatures rise. Additionally, the battery isn't very good on this model.Acer Nitro V 15 tech specs: CPU Model:AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS|RAM Memory:8GB|Hard Disk Drive:512GB SSD|Screen Size:15.6 inches Pros Great hardware Speedy, 1080p screen Plenty of ports Cons Noisy fans Finding a low-cost gaming laptop, especially one with current-gen hardware, can be difficult. Enjoying modern games in high resolution without performance drops requires powerful components. Many of the best models frequently cost over $1,000, but the Acer Nitro V 15 bucks this trend.It has an AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS processor and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card. That alone makes this laptop well worth the purchase. You'll be playing the latest titles running at ultra-high resolution on this machine. Things don't stop there. The display runs at a refresh rate of 144Hz, ensuring smooth performance. I would argue that having a fast refresh rate is more important in gaming than having a high resolution. It makes a world of difference.The Acer Nitro V 15 can be an effective work laptop outside of gaming. It possesses the company's PurifiedView, which automatically tweaks and adjusts the onboard webcam during video calls to make sure you look your best. PurifiedVoice reduces the amount of outside noise leaking in, and the NitroSense app lets you fine-tune your gaming experience. You can, for example, adjust the cooling fan speeds.As great as this gaming laptop may be, it's not perfect. One of the common complaints we've seen online is that the cooling fans can get really noisy when internal temperatures rise. Additionally, the battery isn't very good on this model.Acer Nitro V 15 tech specs: CPU Model:AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS|RAM Memory:8GB|Hard Disk Drive:512GB SSD|Screen Size:15.6 inches Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less The flexibility of 2-in-1 laptops offers unique utility. One minute, you can be using a traditional laptop, typing away on the keyboard, and the next, you can be drawing on a tablet, after flipping the display around. Among the low-cost options, the Lenovo Yoga 7i is the best.The Yoga 7i's success is due to three factors: its hardware, its display, and its design. First, the device houses the decently powerful Intel Core Ultra 5 alongside 16GB of RAM, making it robust and speedy enough to handle a wide array of tasks easily. Additionally, it offers a good amount of storage courtesy of its 512GB SSD.Review: The 2-in-1 laptop that I recommend for college juggles work and play seamlesslyThere's also a 16-inch Full HD touchscreen that ZDNET Editor Kyle Kucharski referred to as "dynamic... [adding] another dimension to Windows" and allowing "flexible usage." It is not particularly bright, maxing out at 300 nits (you're better off not using this laptop under the sun). Design-wise, Lenovo made several great choices: It's slim yet durable, and the hinges feel particularly strong, minimizing screen wobble.Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1tech specs: CPU Model:Intel Core Ultra 5 Series 1|RAM Memory:16GB |Hard Disk Drive: 512GB SSD|Screen Size:16 inches Pros Slim design Solid performance Good selection of ports Cons Dim display The flexibility of 2-in-1 laptops offers unique utility. One minute, you can be using a traditional laptop, typing away on the keyboard, and the next, you can be drawing on a tablet, after flipping the display around. Among the low-cost options, the Lenovo Yoga 7i is the best.The Yoga 7i's success is due to three factors: its hardware, its display, and its design. First, the device houses the decently powerful Intel Core Ultra 5 alongside 16GB of RAM, making it robust and speedy enough to handle a wide array of tasks easily. Additionally, it offers a good amount of storage courtesy of its 512GB SSD.Review: The 2-in-1 laptop that I recommend for college juggles work and play seamlesslyThere's also a 16-inch Full HD touchscreen that ZDNET Editor Kyle Kucharski referred to as "dynamic... [adding] another dimension to Windows" and allowing "flexible usage." It is not particularly bright, maxing out at 300 nits (you're better off not using this laptop under the sun). Design-wise, Lenovo made several great choices: It's slim yet durable, and the hinges feel particularly strong, minimizing screen wobble.Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1tech specs: CPU Model:Intel Core Ultra 5 Series 1|RAM Memory:16GB |Hard Disk Drive: 512GB SSD|Screen Size:16 inches Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less Lenovo's IdeaPad 3i is great to take with you from point A to point B and anywhere in between. It's a lightweight machine, weighing 3.74 pounds and measuring 0.7 inches at its thickest. Don't be fooled by its thin visage -- the device packs a lot of muscle.It houses an Intel Core i7-1255U processor alongside 16GB of DDR4 RAM, enabling speedy performance. The hardware is supported by AI features such as Smart Wireless, which ensures that Wi-Fi connections don't suddenly drop.Also: Lenovo's excellent IdeaPad 3i is about to be $300 off at Walmart - and I don't expect the deal to lastIt sports a full HD touchscreen that allows you to enjoy high-resolution content. The glass is even covered in an anti-glare, maintaining visibility under brightly-lit conditions. Lenovo's model also has a 720p webcam and two 1.5W Dolby Audio speakers for immersive video calls. The major downside to the IdeaPad 3i is its battery only lasts about six hours.If you're looking for a lightweight laptop that can last the whole day, we suggest the IdeaPad Slim 3i with the Intel Core i5-1335U. It isn't as powerful, but the second configuration can run up to 10 hours on a single charge.Lenovo IdeaPad 3i specs: CPU Model:Intel Core Ultra 7 1255UH | RAM Memory: 16GB | Hard Disk Drive:512GBScreen Size: 15.6 inches Pros Lightweight design Well-performing hardware Full HD display Cons Short battery life Lenovo's IdeaPad 3i is great to take with you from point A to point B and anywhere in between. It's a lightweight machine, weighing 3.74 pounds and measuring 0.7 inches at its thickest. Don't be fooled by its thin visage -- the device packs a lot of muscle.It houses an Intel Core i7-1255U processor alongside 16GB of DDR4 RAM, enabling speedy performance. The hardware is supported by AI features such as Smart Wireless, which ensures that Wi-Fi connections don't suddenly drop.Also: Lenovo's excellent IdeaPad 3i is about to be $300 off at Walmart - and I don't expect the deal to lastIt sports a full HD touchscreen that allows you to enjoy high-resolution content. The glass is even covered in an anti-glare, maintaining visibility under brightly-lit conditions. Lenovo's model also has a 720p webcam and two 1.5W Dolby Audio speakers for immersive video calls. The major downside to the IdeaPad 3i is its battery only lasts about six hours.If you're looking for a lightweight laptop that can last the whole day, we suggest the IdeaPad Slim 3i with the Intel Core i5-1335U. It isn't as powerful, but the second configuration can run up to 10 hours on a single charge.Lenovo IdeaPad 3i specs: CPU Model:Intel Core Ultra 7 1255UH | RAM Memory: 16GB | Hard Disk Drive:512GBScreen Size: 15.6 inches Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less The Acer Aspire Go 15 has earned its spot as the best laptop for value. It's the cheapest option on our list and serves as a solid work machine. The device has an Intel Core i3-N305 processor, an integrated Intel UHD graphics card, and 8GB of RAM. It's a lightweight laptop that can handle various tasks, from internet browsing to writing documents and streaming movies. Due to its mid-range hardware, the Aspire 3's battery can last quite a while -- about 10 hours on a single charge, according to ZDNET Editor Kyle Kucharsaki.Review:This Acer laptop is my go-to recommendation for budget shoppers (and it's on sale)If you check out the Amazon reviews for the laptop, you'll notice many people like the display. The summary explicitly points out that users enjoy how it "provides crisp visuals and vibrant colors." That's probably because Acer gave this model a 15.6-inch Full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080 pixels) IPS display.Like the HP Pavilion Plus, IPS tech allows the computer to show vibrant colors. It even supports Acer BlueLightShield, which lowers the amount of harmful blue light sent to your eyes. Professional users will appreciate the good port selection, including USB-C, HDMI, and two USB-A inputs.Another great feature worth mentioning is its large cooling fan, which ensures the model is always at an optimal temperature.Acer Aspire Go 15 tech specs: CPU Model: Intel Core i3-N305|RAM Memory: 8GB LPDDR5|Hard Disk Drive:128GB |Screen Size:15.6 inches Value 10 Performance 6 Design/Build 6 Battery life 8 Display 7 Pros Most affordable option Large hi-res screen Decent performance Cons Limited storage space Poor speakers Acer Aspire Go 15 Best value laptop under $1,000 3.7 / 5 Score The Acer Aspire Go 15 has earned its spot as the best laptop for value. It's the cheapest option on our list and serves as a solid work machine. The device has an Intel Core i3-N305 processor, an integrated Intel UHD graphics card, and 8GB of RAM. It's a lightweight laptop that can handle various tasks, from internet browsing to writing documents and streaming movies. Due to its mid-range hardware, the Aspire 3's battery can last quite a while -- about 10 hours on a single charge, according to ZDNET Editor Kyle Kucharsaki.Review:This Acer laptop is my go-to recommendation for budget shoppers (and it's on sale)If you check out the Amazon reviews for the laptop, you'll notice many people like the display. The summary explicitly points out that users enjoy how it "provides crisp visuals and vibrant colors." That's probably because Acer gave this model a 15.6-inch Full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080 pixels) IPS display.Like the HP Pavilion Plus, IPS tech allows the computer to show vibrant colors. It even supports Acer BlueLightShield, which lowers the amount of harmful blue light sent to your eyes. Professional users will appreciate the good port selection, including USB-C, HDMI, and two USB-A inputs.Another great feature worth mentioning is its large cooling fan, which ensures the model is always at an optimal temperature.Acer Aspire Go 15 tech specs: CPU Model: Intel Core i3-N305|RAM Memory: 8GB LPDDR5|Hard Disk Drive:128GB |Screen Size:15.6 inches Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less OLED isn't just for expensive laptops, and the Asus Zenbook 14 is proof. It has the best screen out of all the entries on this list, sporting a Full HD OLED. The resolution may not be super high, but it does ensure vibrant colors and deep blacks. It's made even better by the thin bezels surrounding the glass, enabling a 16:10 aspect ratio. This makes the screen appear bigger than it actually is.Another great aspect of this laptop is how energy-efficient it is. During our tests, the model ran for about 12 hours on a single charge before we ran for the power adapter. Part of this longevity is due to the optimizations applied to the OLED. Under the hood is an Intel Core Ultra 125H, an integrated Intel graphics card, and 8GB of RAM.Review:One of the most versatile laptops I've tested also has one of the best displaysA configuration like that won't demand too much from the battery. You might think that the laptop delivers poor performance because it is so energy efficient, but not so. It houses a neural processing unit (NPU) for AI to support the CPU and GPU "by taking some of the load off them."This Asus model is also ultra-lightweight, clocking in at under three pounds. Contrary to its thin design, the laptop is quite tough, thanks to a body made primarily of aluminum and a screen sporting Corning Gorilla Glass.Asus Zenbook 14 specs:CPU Model:Intel Core Ultra 5 125H|RAM Memory:8GB|Hard Disk Drive:512GB SSD|Screen Size:14 inches Pros OLED display Long lasting battery Lightweight Cons Runs hot OLED isn't just for expensive laptops, and the Asus Zenbook 14 is proof. It has the best screen out of all the entries on this list, sporting a Full HD OLED. The resolution may not be super high, but it does ensure vibrant colors and deep blacks. It's made even better by the thin bezels surrounding the glass, enabling a 16:10 aspect ratio. This makes the screen appear bigger than it actually is.Another great aspect of this laptop is how energy-efficient it is. During our tests, the model ran for about 12 hours on a single charge before we ran for the power adapter. Part of this longevity is due to the optimizations applied to the OLED. Under the hood is an Intel Core Ultra 125H, an integrated Intel graphics card, and 8GB of RAM.Review:One of the most versatile laptops I've tested also has one of the best displaysA configuration like that won't demand too much from the battery. You might think that the laptop delivers poor performance because it is so energy efficient, but not so. It houses a neural processing unit (NPU) for AI to support the CPU and GPU "by taking some of the load off them."This Asus model is also ultra-lightweight, clocking in at under three pounds. Contrary to its thin design, the laptop is quite tough, thanks to a body made primarily of aluminum and a screen sporting Corning Gorilla Glass.Asus Zenbook 14 specs:CPU Model:Intel Core Ultra 5 125H|RAM Memory:8GB|Hard Disk Drive:512GB SSD|Screen Size:14 inches Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less View now at Amazon On the surface, the Asus Vivobook 15 looks pretty unassuming. It just seems like your average everyday work laptop -- nothing special. This device is much more than that. It is a highly capable, low-budget machine sure to outshine its more expensive rivals.Asus sells this model across multiple configurations, and they're all cheap. We highly recommend getting the Vivobook 15 with 40GB of RAM and the 1TB SSD. Having that amount of memory will make multitasking a breeze. You will never have to worry about your computer slowing down during peak workloads. Apps will run faster, the Vivobook will be able to do highly intensive tasks, and you'll enjoy speedy internet browsing.The laptop also has an interesting ErgoLift design, meaning the display lifts the computer when opened. This does two important things. First, it forces the keyboard to sit at a slanted angle, allowing for comfortable typing. Second, it ensures good airflow, so the heat from the bottom vents has a place to go and isn't trapped underneath.As mentioned earlier, you have multiple options. The Vivobook 15 is available in a 2TB configuration if you want extra storage. For those who want to save some money, Asus offers lesser configurations at a lower price. Don't worry about missing out on memory. The other laptops still offer a good amount of RAM for tough workloads.Asus Vivobook 15techspecs: CPU Model: Intel Core i7-1255U |RAM Memory: 40GB|Hard Disk Drive:1TB|Screen Size: 15.6 inches Pros High speed RAM Wide port selection Thin form factor Cons Integrated GPU Poor battery On the surface, the Asus Vivobook 15 looks pretty unassuming. It just seems like your average everyday work laptop -- nothing special. This device is much more than that. It is a highly capable, low-budget machine sure to outshine its more expensive rivals.Asus sells this model across multiple configurations, and they're all cheap. We highly recommend getting the Vivobook 15 with 40GB of RAM and the 1TB SSD. Having that amount of memory will make multitasking a breeze. You will never have to worry about your computer slowing down during peak workloads. Apps will run faster, the Vivobook will be able to do highly intensive tasks, and you'll enjoy speedy internet browsing.The laptop also has an interesting ErgoLift design, meaning the display lifts the computer when opened. This does two important things. First, it forces the keyboard to sit at a slanted angle, allowing for comfortable typing. Second, it ensures good airflow, so the heat from the bottom vents has a place to go and isn't trapped underneath.As mentioned earlier, you have multiple options. The Vivobook 15 is available in a 2TB configuration if you want extra storage. For those who want to save some money, Asus offers lesser configurations at a lower price. Don't worry about missing out on memory. The other laptops still offer a good amount of RAM for tough workloads.Asus Vivobook 15techspecs: CPU Model: Intel Core i7-1255U |RAM Memory: 40GB|Hard Disk Drive:1TB|Screen Size: 15.6 inches Read More Show Expert Take Show less Show less For years, good-performing Windows on ARM laptops has been something of a pipe dream. Manufacturers were close to releasing a great ARM computer, but no one was successful. That was until Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus chipset hit the scene, and then we had an explosion of awesome Windows laptops with ARM chips. One of these machines is Dell's latest Inspiron 14.This lightweight work computer houses the aforementioned Snapdragon X Plus chip, which strikes a great balance of power and longevity. Its solid performance is also due to the Qualcomm Hexagon NPU (neural processing unit).Dell claims its model can last up to 28 hours of local HD video playback on a single charge. A battery life that long may seem ridiculous, but speaking from experience, 28 hours is achievable with the right adjustments and use cases. You can work on this machine for hours without worrying about it dying.Other notable features include a lightweight design, a Full HD Plus display, and up to a 1TB SSD. It's worth mentioning that the Inspiron 14 has a Plus model. The other version has a Snapdragon X Elite for even better hardware performance.Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7441 specs: CPU Model: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus| RAM Memory: 16GB | Hard Disk Drive:256GBScreen Size: 14 inches Pros Long battery life Lightweight Next-gen performance Cons Limited array of ports For years, good-performing Windows on ARM laptops has been something of a pipe dream. Manufacturers were close to releasing a great ARM computer, but no one was successful. That was until Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus chipset hit the scene, and then we had an explosion of awesome Windows laptops with ARM chips. One of these machines is Dell's latest Inspiron 14.This lightweight work computer houses the aforementioned Snapdragon X Plus chip, which strikes a great balance of power and longevity. Its solid performance is also due to the Qualcomm Hexagon NPU (neural processing unit).Dell claims its model can last up to 28 hours of local HD video playback on a single charge. A battery life that long may seem ridiculous, but speaking from experience, 28 hours is achievable with the right adjustments and use cases. You can work on this machine for hours without worrying about it dying.Other notable features include a lightweight design, a Full HD Plus display, and up to a 1TB SSD. It's worth mentioning that the Inspiron 14 has a Plus model. The other version has a Snapdragon X Elite for even better hardware performance.Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7441 specs: CPU Model: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus| RAM Memory: 16GB | Hard Disk Drive:256GBScreen Size: 14 inches Read More Show Expert Take Show less What is the best laptop under $1,000? The best laptop under $1,000 is Apple's M2 MacBook Air. It delivers on multiple fronts: great performance, a nice screen, a lightweight design, and so on. Don't discount the other options, though -- they're all solid picks. Below is a table comparing the best laptops by price, CPU, storage size, and screen size to make your decision process easier.All big decisions require a lot of research. Thankfully, we did a lot of the heavy lifting for you, searching up the key specs of the best laptops under $1,000. Below is a table comparing the best laptops in this list by price, CPU model, and screen size.Best laptop under $1,000Lowest price availableCPUScreen sizeStorage sizeApple M2 MacBook Air$799M213.6 inches256GBAcer Nitro V 15$780AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS15.6 inches512GBLenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1$600Intel Core Ultra 7 155U16 inches1TBLenovo IdeaPad 3i$600Intel Core i7-1255U15 inches512GBAcer Aspire Go 15$243Intel Core i3-N30515.6 inches128GBAsus Zenbook 14$800Intel Core Ultra 5 125H14 inches512GBAsus Vivobook 15$230Intel Core i7-1255U15.6 inches1TBDell Inspiron 14$750Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus14 inches256GB Show more Which is the right laptop under $1,000 for you? The best laptop is the one that meets your needs. There isn't a one-size-fits-all computer. As great as it is, the MacBook Air is a bad pick for people who want a gaming laptop. Mac hardware just isn't built for that. Similarly, we don't recommend small laptops if you want a machine with a lot of ports.Read the chart below to find out which device works best for you.Choose this best laptop under $1,000....If you want....Apple M2 MacBook AirA laptop for Apple users. Harnessing its M2 chip and 8GB of memory, this MacBook Air model offers solid performance plus a high-quality screen.Acer Nitro V 15The best cheap gaming laptop. Thanks to this device's Nvidia RTX 40-series GPU and Full HD display, you can enjoy an immersive gaming experience.Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1The best 2-in-1 laptop. Lenovo's machine delivers great performance and a high-resolution display inside a slim, portable form factor.Lenovo IdeaPad 3iThe best laptop for college. It's a lightweight machine housing speedy hardware and a Full HD touchscreen for playing high-resolution content.Acer Aspire Go 15 The best value laptop under $1,000. This solid work machine is capable of tackling multiple types of tasks and can last up to 10 hours on a single charge.Asus Zenbook 14The laptop with the best screen. Asus' model boasts a 14-inch OLED capable of displaying videos in vibrant color.Asus Vivobook 15The best work laptop under $1,000. This lightweight laptop boasts serious muscle, as evidenced by its 40GB of RAM and 12th-Gen Intel Core CPU.Dell Inspiron 14A long-lasting laptop. Thanks to its energy-efficient Snapdragon X chipset, this computer can last all day and have enough gas in the tank to stream movies. Show more Factors to consider when choosing a laptop under $1,000: A great laptop doesn't have to cost a fortune. To determine the best laptops under $1,000, there are several factors you should consider.CPUModel: A good processor allows your computer to quickly complete workloads and tackle the tasks at hand. Look for a newer processor boasting faster speeds to guarantee a high-performing machine.RAM:Consider how much memory your computer will need. If you deal with many files, you'll need more RAM than the average user.Screen size:Picking out the best screen size is usually a matter of preference. Laptops under $1,000 tend to have small display screens, ranging from 12.3 inches to 15.6 inches. It is, however, possible to find laptops that are both bigger and smaller than this specific range.Price:The pric is, of course, the most important factor here, so pay attention. We find that the best devices range between $500 and $800, depending on the make and model you choose. Show more How did we test these laptops? Here at ZDNET, we receive many laptops to review. Many could've made the list, so to separate the best from the rest, we followed the guidelines in the previous question. We tested the device's processor, memory, and screen size as well as considered its cost. From there, we tested the laptops even further by running labor-intensive apps to see how well they perform.Also: How we test laptopsOnce all the testing was done, we came to a consensus on the best ones that suit a wide variety of customers and use cases. We then rounded up the best devices in the above list. Show more FAQs on laptops under $1,000 Which laptop brand is the best and cheapest? There isn't a specific brand that is best or the cheapest. It varies a lot of the time. One company might have the best low-cost laptop this year, and in the next year, it'll be another. That said, there are several brands you should look out for when purchasing a cheap laptop: Dell, Acer, Asus, and Lenovo. Models from these frequently appear on this list because they're among the best.You'll occasionally see a great low-cost device from other famous brands like Apple or lesser-known companies, but those deals are rarer. If you want a particular MacBook, you may have to wait until the following year, when the company may offer a substantial discount. Show more Which laptop company has the least problems? Longevity is an important factor to consider when purchasing a laptop. You don't need to sacrifice quality for an inexpensive machine. A low-cost computer can last just as long, if not longer, than a more expensive one.Asus ranks highon several reliability lists. The company is lauded for equipping its machines with sturdy designs, "strengthened hinges, and shock-resistant hard drives." Of course, they're also lightweight and powerful. TheUS Public Interest Research Group(PIRG) even found Asus to be one of the best brands in terms of repairability in 2024.Other notable laptop brands include Dell, Microsoft, and Acer. Show more How do you know when you need a new laptop? Most people would say that you need to replace a laptop when you begin to experience performance degradation. That is certainly one factor you should look for; however, it's possible you're simply behind on your software updates. In this case, we recommend merely installing your computer's latest patches to bring it up to snuff.There are other factors to consider, such as constant crashes and random restarts, which can be signs that the hard drive is failing. Additionally, exceptionally loud cooling fans are another sign that the device is nearing its final days. You can certainly try to fix the laptop yourself, but you'll need a lot of experience in computer repair to get things done right -- or risk damaging the hardware. You're better off buying a new machine. Show more Can a Chromebook do everything a laptop can? Chromebooks are a great series of low-cost laptops created by several third-party manufacturers. Instead of Windows, they run ChromeOS. These devices are generally less expensive than laptops, perform similarly to a Windows machine, and have a long battery life. Chromebooks require very little maintenance as they don't have much on-device software.Chromebooks are a great option for people on a budget. The main downside to owning one is the need for constant internet access to work properly. Many of the functions run on Google's cloud servers, so if you're ever away from an internet connection or the service is down, you won't be able to use a Chromebook to its fullest extent.Additionally, Chromebooks have limited storage space and processing power compared to Windows laptops. Show more Other laptops we've tested ZDNETs Laptop Guide Laptop Roundups Laptops Reviewed & Compared Laptops Explained ZDNET Recommends

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The latest Apple accessory has just been unveiled. Its a cable. No, wait, come back, its actually really interesting. The Nomad Universal Cable for Apple Watch is a unique and appealing pitch. Heres whats just been announced.Nomad Universal Apple Watch Cable.NomadIf you dont know Nomad, maybe you should. It makes leather cases for the iPhone (something Apple doesnt do any more), neat AirTag holders and lots of charging products. These include an effective travel accessory: a twin-device charging plug with an Apple Watch puck built into the top.Now, its come up with the Nomad Universal Cable for Apple Watch and its another unique item.Its a 1.5-meter (about 5 feet) USB-C to USB-C cable with a Kevlar outer weave, so you can trust that it will be strong and durable. It promises 100W capability. Thats a lot more than many cables can deliver and it can fast-charge an iPhone, iPad and even a MacBook. But theres more.Next to one end of the cable is an Apple Watch charging puck, a fast-charging one at that. This means that you can plug one end into the wall, and the other end into an iPhone, for instance, and right next to one end, you can charge an Apple Watchany model, though only the most recent ones will charge faster, specifically Sereis 7 and later plus Apple Watch Ultra and Ultra 2at the same time.MORE FOR YOUNomad Universal Apple Watch Cable.NomadYou can charge the Watch from an iPhone, for instance, but if you plug the other end into the mains, then both iPhone and Watch will charge from that. You can In other words, it promises real versatility.The cable has an integrated cable tie so its convenient to carry when youre traveling.It clearly has a lot going on for it. So, whats the catch? Well, its not cheap: it sells for $100 (.85 in the U.K.). And you need to supply your own charging plug if youre not charging the Watch from an iPhone, say. And that charger, which needs to be capable of 20W or more for multiple device charging, is not supplied.To be fair, Nomads products are routinely high-quality and while theyre not cheap, they often offer strong value. The new cable is now available from nomadgoods.com.

The Prompt is a weekly rundown of AIs buzziest startups, biggest breakthroughs, and business deals. To get it in your inbox, subscribe here.Welcome back to The Prompt,One consequence of the current AI investment frenzy is that founders of startups are seeing their ownership being chipped away as they raise enormous funding rounds at towering valuations. But AI training startup Invisible Technologies is going in the opposite direction: its taking out loans to buy out its VC investors and awarding stakes to its employees. In 2020, CEO Francis Pedraza revived the floundering business after a well-timed call from DoorDash, which needed help with importing menus. Now, the startup helps wrangle data dilemmas for large language model providers like OpenAI and Cohere.Now lets get into the headlines.BIG PLAYS While Chinese company DeepSeek caused an uproar last week for its capable and cost-efficient AI models, some industry insiders remain unimpressed. I spoke to founders whove been hard at work building similarly cheaper-to-train AI models and think the market reaction (Nvidia has lost about $600 billion in market cap since DeepSeeks announcement) has been misguided and misinformed. In response to the DeepSeek freakout, OpenAI made its o3-mini model, which is largely better than DeepSeeks, available for free. Over the weekend, it also released Deep Research, an AI agent that will process a prompt for up to 30 minutes to browse the web and generate detailed analysis and reports. Notably, Chief Research Officer Mark Chen claimed such research capabilities, which typically cost more time and money, justify OpenAIs move to invest billions of dollars into AI infrastructure. CEO Sam Altman posted on X: 50 cents of compute for 500 dollars of value.And OpenAI has seemingly flipped the Chinese AI companys arrival into more money for the company. Its reportedly in talks to raise $40 billion at a $340 billion valuation, CNBC reported.HUMANS OF AIA Nepali startup called SecurityPal is using AI to tackle the long-drawn process of security compliance for big tech players, a necessary nuisance as my former colleague Alex Konrad puts it. The niche company has over a hundred employees in the city of Kathmandu, who have answered millions of mundane questions for companies like OpenAI and Figma when they onboard new customers. But CEO Pukar Hamal has a more ambitious goal: to transform Kathmandu into a new startup hub, which he likes to call Silicon Peaks. AI DEAL OF THE WEEKElevenLabs, a startup that uses artificial intelligence to generate and clone voices, has raised $180 million in a round that values it at $3.3 billion, triple from what it was a year ago. Users have used its AI audio abilities to generate 1,000 years worth of content, the company told Forbes.Elsewhere, Protex AI, whose AI software helps companies like Amazon and Tesla monitor worker safety in factories and warehouses, has raised $36 million.DEEP DIVEAnswering Machine CEO Jake Jolis is building an AI phone receptionist that can answer calls from customers while home services business owners like plumbers and electricians are busy.Jake JolisNot all accidents are unfortunate. Jake Jolis would know.Years ago, Jolis mistakenly put his personal phone number in an SEC filing for his previous startup, an online language learning company called Verbling. His phone number had ended up on Google, and he was soon inundated with scam calls and people looking for Verbling customer support long after hed left the company to become a venture capitalist at San Francisco-based investment firm Matrix, where he wrote checks to AI startups.I'm just investing in AI here and on the other side Im getting these weird voicemails, and then eventually something starts to click, Jolis tells Forbes. That got him thinking: What if someone could pick up those calls? While Verbling wasnt big enough to have a call center of its own with humans on the other line, an AI receptionist could potentially intercept the inquiries and do the job, he said.In June 2024, Jolis started working on Answering Machine, a startup which uses an artificial intelligence to answer calls for small business owners when theyre busy. The bootstrapped company has already done thousands of calls for home services businesses like plumbers, electricians and snow removal companies. Our goal is to bring AI to Main Street, Jolis told Forbes. Answering Machine is a mobile application that uses a medley of AI models under the hood, including ElevenLabs audio generation models and OpenAIs large language models, that have been trained on public information from the businesses websites as well as any additional information the customer provides. During the call, the AI receptionist collects basic details from the customer like their name, address, phone number and the service theyre requesting. It then sends an AI-generated summary as a push notification to the small business owners phone.Jolis said the AI receptionist is meant to act as a stand-in for when the business owner is unavailable to take the call. For our customers, missed calls means missed revenue opportunities For example, the plumber is still answering their own calls when they find it convenient, and then when they have half an arm down a toilet fixing some plumbing problem and a call comes in, we take those calls.WEEKLY DEMO AI: One, Jailbreaks: Zero. AI giant Anthropic has released new research on ways to prevent AI models from producing harmful content and defend them from jailbreaks methods for breaking an AI models safety guardrails to generate content it shouldnt.MODEL BEHAVIORAI-generated books are making their way into public libraries through digital catalogues, 404 Media reported. But what makes this migration even more challenging is that as AI models get better at creating text, its become more difficult to distinguish real from fake. AI-generated low-quality content is already infiltrating almost every online platform, from Amazon to Ebay. One possible solution? The Authors Guild is introducing certification for books guaranteeing that they are human-written.