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Google Photos just put all its best editing tools a tap away – here’s the shortcut

With Create, you can turn photos into videos, add 3D effects, instantly remix styles, and more.

Claude can teach you how to code now, and more – how to try it

Anthropic launched learning modes in Claude to help people go beyond just getting their answer.

VirtualBox 7.2 Officially Released with Initial Support for Linux Kernel 6.17

VirtualBox 7.2 open-source virtualization software is now available for download with initial support for Linux kernel 6.17 and 6.16. Here’s what else is new!
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Linux Mint Released 22.2 Beta with Accent Color & Fingerprint App

Linux Mint, the popular Ubuntu LTS based Linux Distribution, released new 22.2 Beta version on Tuesday. It’s a new point release for current 22 release series, code-name “Zara”, features Linux Kernel 6.14, Ubuntu 24.04 package base, and 5 years of support until 2029. The 22.2 release finally introduced accent color feature that has been available […]

Amazon will sell you the Samsung S25 Edge for $400 off right now – it’s lowest price ever

The Galaxy S25 Edge pairs a top-tier camera with Samsung’s slimmest, lightest design yet – making this deal tough to ignore.

Blood Oxygen monitoring returns to the Apple Watch after US ban – see which models get it

Thanks to new OS updates rolling out now, you can once again use your Apple Watch to measure the oxygen level in your blood.

Ptyxis: Ubuntu’s Leap Into GPU-Powered Terminals

by George Whittaker

For decades, the humble terminal has been one of the most unchanging parts of the Linux desktop. Text streams flow in monochrome grids, and while the underlying lib…

Put your favorite sites first in Google with this new Search setting – it’s easy

Google now lets you choose which sites appear in Top Stories – and you can make ZDNET one of them.

Fuzzy Application Search Extension for GNOME Works with your Typos

I am what I choose to call an “inattentive typist”, so if I’m trying to launch apps in GNOME Shell, it can cause me issues. See, GNOME Shell is a “stickler for specificity”. You must type what you’re looking for in t…

Could a tablet survive a real hike? This Samsung Galaxy model did – and I’d bring it again

With hot-swappable dual batteries and multiple physical buttons, the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro is built for top-tier performance in the field.

The SSD gadget that keeps my private data secure (while making me feel like James Bond)

This SSD by Kingston keeps snoopers out of your most private data, with several unlocking methods in place.

Why my favorite MacBook Pro alternative is this Windows laptop with a striking design

The Razer Blade 14 (2025) sacrifices some raw power for an ultra-slim, travel-friendly build – easily one of the thinnest gaming laptops I’ve used.

AWS launches AI agent marketplace with a hackathon and $100k in prizes for developers

SuperOps and AWS have a new initiative for businesses struggling to practically implement agents.

I’m an avid AirPods user, but these Google earbuds can sway me any day – especially at this price

I recommend Google’s second-generation flagship earbuds to most Android users, and their sub-$200 sale price makes their allure even more appealing.

Microsoft patches more than 100 Windows security flaws – update your PC now

Among the 107 vulnerabilities fixed in the latest Windows update, 13 are rated critical.

Distribution Release: SparkyLinux 8.0

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. SparkyLinux is a lightweight, Debian-base distribution. The project has published version 8.0 which is based on Debian 13 “Trixie”. “A new version of SparkyLinux 8.0, code-named ‘Seven S…

SparkyLinux 8.0 Is Out as One of the First Distros Based on Debian 13 “Trixie”

SparkyLinux 8.0 is now available for download as one of the first stable distributions based on the Debian 13 “Trixies” operating system series. Here’s what’s new!
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How AI startups are scaling revenue ‘faster than any other companies in cloud history’ – and what’s next

This VC funded Anthropic and Perplexity. Here are five predictions it makes for the year ahead in AI

I flew Insta360’s new ‘Antigravity’ drone around Los Angeles, and it was impossible to miss a shot

Insta360’s new Antigravity brand is debuting a drone that captures 360-degree footage in 8K.