I tested the ‘survival computer’ that has all the offline utility you need – including AI

I tested the ‘survival computer’ that has all the offline utility you need – including AI

Jack Wallen/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Project NOMAD is an offline info database and AI tool. This platform could come in handy if you can’t get online. It can be installed on any Debian-based Linux distro. Imagine that you’ve landed in some sort of post-apocalyptic, dystopian future. In…

Why my Raspberry Pi boards suddenly cost as much as a laptop now – and I’m not surprised

Why my Raspberry Pi boards suddenly cost as much as a laptop now – and I’m not surprised

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways RAM prices are soaring due to AI demand, driving up Pi costs. Two Raspberry Pi boards can now cost as much as a laptop. AI data centers are fuelling RAM shortages, impacting consumers. It’s no exaggeration to say that RAM…

After using the MacBook Neo for weeks, switching to the Air has been refreshingly sweet

After using the MacBook Neo for weeks, switching to the Air has been refreshingly sweet

Apple MacBook Air M5 (15-inch) pros and cons Pros 512GB of storage standard Faster SSD read/write speeds Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 Same thin and light build Cons Incremental upgrades compared to M4 $100 more expensive Battery life is about the same Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Apple’s MacBook Air is no longer…

Copilot is ‘for entertainment purposes only,’ according to Microsoft’s terms of use

Copilot is ‘for entertainment purposes only,’ according to Microsoft’s terms of use

AI skeptics aren’t the only ones warning users not to unthinkingly trust models’ outputs — that’s what the AI companies say themselves in their terms of service. Take Microsoft, which is currently focused on getting corporate customers to pay for Copilot. But it’s also been getting dinged on social media over Copilot’s terms of use,…

Polymarket took down wagers tied to rescue of downed Air Force officer

Polymarket took down wagers tied to rescue of downed Air Force officer

A Democratic congressman had harsh criticism for Polymarket for allowing users to bet on the date the United States would confirm the rescue of Air Force service members shot down over Iran. In a social media post on Friday, Representative Seth Moulton wrote, “They could be your neighbor, a friend, a family member. And people…

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help

In recent years, people have been increasingly looking for new ways to form platonic connections, as loneliness and social isolation have become more prevalent. In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General went so far as to label this issue a public health crisis. Remote workers, who miss the everyday interactions found in an office, and younger…

Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX?

Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX?

SpaceX has reportedly filed confidential paperwork for an initial public offering in which the company would raise $75 billion at a $1.75 trillion valuation. And according to CEO Elon Musk, orbital data centers will be a big part of SpaceX’s future. On the latest episode of TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, Kirsten Korosec, Sean O’Kane, and I…

DigitalConnectMag.com 2026: Guide to Digital Literacy Platform | eAskme

DigitalConnectMag.com 2026: Guide to Digital Literacy Platform | eAskme

DigitalConnectMag is one of the most popular online content platforms. It publishes content related to news and reviews. At DigitalConnectMag, you can find reviews of websites, blogs, how-to guides, social media tips, gaming, software, business, and AI news. In the era of the internet, content consumption is higher than ever. Millions of websites are publishing…

TechCrunch Mobility: ‘A stunning lack of transparency’

TechCrunch Mobility: ‘A stunning lack of transparency’

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. To get this in your inbox, sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! You might recall the congressional hearing last month that sparked criticism against Waymo over its use of remote assistance workers in…

In Japan, the robot isn’t coming for your job; it’s filling the one nobody wants

In Japan, the robot isn’t coming for your job; it’s filling the one nobody wants

Physical AI is emerging as one of the next major industrial battlegrounds, with Japan’s push driven more by necessity than anything else. With workforces shrinking and pressure mounting to sustain productivity, companies are increasingly deploying AI-powered robots across factories, warehouses, and critical infrastructure. Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry said in March 2026 that…