Charlie Osborne

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Charlie Osborne is a cybersecurity journalist and photographer who writes for ZDNET and CNET from London. PGP Key: AF40821B

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Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite brings more AI power to your next PC

The Snapdragon X Elite supports generative AI models with over 13 billion parameters. PCs powered by the new processor are expected from vendors in mid-2024.

October 24, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Processors

Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 mobile chip brings generative AI to smartphones

The new premium system on a chip has been designed to enhance on-device artificial intelligence, productivity, gaming, and more.

October 24, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Processors

WormGPT: What to know about ChatGPT's malicious cousin

Should we be concerned about the cybercriminal's answer to ChatGPT? Here's everything you need to know.

October 24, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Artificial Intelligence

Removing spyware from your phone can be tricky. These options are your best bet

iPhone and Android users alike are facing more sophisticated surveillance threats than ever before. Suspect you're being tracked? Here's what to do right now.

October 20, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Cyber Threats

9 top mobile security threats and how you can avoid them

No matter what mobile device you use -- iPhone or Android -- your handset is a daily target to all bad actors. Don't become a victim! Here are the top phone securities today -- and your best defenses.

October 18, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Security

Cybersecurity 101: Everything on how to protect your privacy and stay safe online

All the tech around us is collecting our personal data. ZDNET's updated guide tells you everything you need to know about securing your online accounts and identity from hackers, scam artists, stalkers, and even the government.

October 18, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Security

What is the dark web? Here's everything to know before you access it

Also called the deep web, this encrypted area of the internet isn't indexed by search engines and requires specific preparation to access. Is it safe or even legal? Strap on your VPN and all will be revealed in this dark web guide.

October 12, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Security

The best October Prime Day monitor deals still available

You can still buy a great monitor at a big discount on Amazon, even if the Prime Big Deal Days sale is over. We've rounded up top 4K monitors, curved monitors, gaming monitors, and more for you.

October 12, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Home & Office

The best Prime Day Apple deals still available: MacBook Air, AirPods Pro, and more

Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days is over, but there are still deals available on iPads, AirPods, MacBooks, Apple Watches, and more.

October 12, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Apple

The best October Prime Day Samsung deals still available

These are the best deals on Samsung appliances, TVs, phones, and more, still available after Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale.

October 12, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Smartphones

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