I've tested the coding capabilities of many generative AI tools for ZDNET -- and this time, it's Perplexity's turn. Perplexity feels like a cross between a search engine and an AI chatbot. When I ...

You can now access a version of Microsoft’s Office package without a subscription…but there are a few caveats. This new version of the desktop app is ad-supported ...

TL;DR: Microsoft has launched a limited free version of Office for Windows. The free version includes ads, restricts file saving to OneDrive, and lacks support for add-ins and advanced features.

Ask anyone what the most annoying part of their digital existence is, and most likely the answer will be "ads." We have to endure them on social media, using Google, and while visiting websites. Even ...

A free version of Microsoft Office for Windows might be on its way. Microsoft has been silently testing an ad-supported version of Office reported Beebom. Free versions are currently only available on ...

For years, Spotify users running the free experience of the popular music streaming service had to contend with whatever the app threw at them. Playing specific songs was impossible, requiring users ...

Last year, Google launched the popular AI coding assistant, Gemini Code Assist, as a paid tool for businesses. Now, the company is offering free AI-assisted coding for developers around the globe.

Lisa joined CNET after more than 20 years as a reporter and editor. Her coverage of AI ranged from a hands-on with OpenAI's empathetic Advanced Voice Mode to in-depth explainers on LLMs, ...

Netflix has experimented over the years with different pricing tiers, in addition to launching plans both with and without advertising. Meanwhile, in an effort to broaden its funnel and capture even ...

Microsoft is testing a new version of its Office app bundle that is free to use, but you’ll have to watch ads. Usability is rather subjective here, because even the most basic features are locked and ...

The advent of AI language models like ChatGPT has revolutionized the way we interact with technology. These models, powered by advanced machine learning algorithms, are capable of understanding and ...

Microsoft is reportedly testing a new ad-supported, free version of its popular Office suite for Windows, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This could make basic document creation and editing ...