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At a developer conference in Shenzhen, China, this week, tech company Baidu announced its Ernie chatbot has amassed 200 million users in eight months.

While this is a fraction of China’s population, Nicole Greene, a VP analyst at research firm Gartner, noted Ernie fills a market gap due to government restrictions.

While US consumers have had access to generative AI since November 2022, tools like ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot aren’t available in China. As a result, homegrown tech companies like Baidu are eager to capitalize on the opportunity to serve an unmet need — and, like US companies, they are eager to tout advancements.

Jason Alan Snyder, global CTO of Momentum Worldwide, called Ernie “a major milestone in Chinese AI development … [which] demonstrates the country’s commitment to rivaling Western tech giants in the generative AI race.”

If this is the first you’ve heard of Ernie, this explainer is for you. Here’s everything you need to know about the Chinese AI tool.

What is Ernie?

Ernie Bot is a large language model and generative AI tool. Like ChatGPT, users interact via text to create content. But instead of English, Ernie understands Chinese — and, according to Baidu, its responses “[approach] human level.”

In a blog post, Baidu said Ernie is capable of multi-modal generation, which means it can create different types of content like text and visuals. This includes both literary and business writing, as well as mathematical calculations. (It can also create a variety of Thanksgiving turkey images.)

Read more: AI Atlas: Your Guide to Today’s Artificial Intelligence

Why did Baidu name this bot Ernie?

Ernie stands for Enhanced Representation through Knowledge Integration.

How do you use Ernie?

To access Ernie, users can visit Baidu’s website or download the bot from app stores.

They must create an account and be logged in to make queries. Users outside China can access Ernie. However, in order to sign up for an account, you must provide an ID number from a Chinese resident identity card.

How long has Ernie been available?

Baidu launched Ernie in March 2023.

However, it wasn’t publicly available until August 2023. Reports say that’s when Chinese regulators gave Baidu approval for rollout. (Baidu didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.)

Who are Ernie’s competitors?

Alibaba has a large language model called Tongyi Qianwen, which debuted in April 2023. AI platform SenseTime released its SenseChat chatbot the same month, while TikTok owner ByteDance was reportedly testing a chatbot code-named Grace in June 2023, and WeChat owner Tencent announced its Hunyuan chatbot in September 2023.

ByteDance didn’t respond to a request for comment.

What is Ernie’s latest version?

Ernie 4.0 was released in October 2023.

Baidu CEO Robin Li noted Ernie 4.0 can better understand complex requests and generate text, images and videos.

Baidu announced Ernie 3.5 four months earlier, which the tech company said included improvements in writing, reasoning and code generation, as well as in its ability to make inferences.

Like many US chatbot models, Ernie 3.5 is reportedly free for the public to use, while Ernie 4.0 is accessible via a subscription.

How does Ernie compare to US chatbots?

While functionality and access are similar, Baidu said Ernie 3.5 can beat GPT-4 in multiple Chinese language capabilities.

While we don’t necessarily have an apples-to-apples comparison for reach, Baidu said Ernie has 200 million users. In November 2023, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said ChatGPT had 100 million weekly users.

What are the risks associated with Ernie?

Ernie faces the same challenges as US chatbots, including hallucinations, as well as security, privacy and copyright violations, along with ethical and bias concerns and deepfakes.

But chatbots in China face the additional challenge of government censorship, which experts say can make the problem of chatbot bias even worse.

For more CNET reviews of generative AI tools like Gemini, Claude, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, along with all the latest AI news, tips and explainers, see our new AI Atlas project.

Editors’ note: CNET used an AI engine to help create several dozen stories, which are labeled accordingly. The note you’re reading is attached to articles that deal substantively with the topic of AI but are created entirely by our expert editors and writers. For more, see our AI policy.

The USB-C is a universal port that is compatible with almost all devices, including tablets and laptops. Even Apple is beginning to incorporate the USB-C port into their devices. Traditionally, these USB-C hubs have only one or two ports. This one by Baseus has a generous seven ports you can use. It’s on sale for a limited time for only $16, much less than its original price of $40.

With an increase in the sheer number and styles of USB-C devices and accessories on the market, it can be hard to pick one. The Baseus 7-in-1 USB hub has many different types of ports, so you can use it to connect many types of devices. It has one HDMI port, three USB 3.0 ports, one SD/TF card slot and one USB-C PD port. It should cover all your connectivity needs in one slim, modern design, making work easier.

Enjoy stunning 4K clarity at 60Hz and rapid charging with the 100W USB-C PD port. You can also easily transfer files at a fast speed with USB 3.0, and access your multimedia effortlessly. Its compatibility with various devices and plug-and-play functionality on multiple systems mean it’ll be your go-to solution for seamless connectivity. Snag this one while you can as this deal is available for a limited time only.

If you’re looking for a USB-C monitor to use it with, check out our list of the top USB-C monitor deals happening now.

West Ham have it all to do on Thursday as they host Bayer Leverkusen in the second leg of this UEFA Europa League quarterfinal at the London Stadium.

Despite a disciplined defensive display in the opening encounter in Germany last week, the Hammers slipped to a 2-0 defeat, leaving them with the challenging task of beating a side that has yet to suffer a defeat in any competition this season.

The hosts will be without suspended pair Lucas Paquetá and Emerson Palmieri, but could be boosted by the return of top scorer Jarrod Bowen.

Bayer Leverkusen secured the first Bundesliga title in their history at the weekend, and Xabi Alonso will be determined to ensure his side don’t suffer any hangover from that triumph, as they go in search of another piece of silverware.

Below, we’ll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch every game live wherever you are in the world.

West Ham vs. Bayer Leverkusen: When and where?

West Ham host Bayer Leverkusen at the London Stadium on Thursday, April 18. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. BST local time in the UK, which is 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT in the US and Canada, and 5 a.m. AEST on Friday, April 19 in Australia.

How to watch West Ham vs. Bayer Leverkusen online from anywhere using a VPN

If you find yourself unable to view Europa League matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the action — that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it’s also a great idea if you’re traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network, and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.

With a VPN, you’re able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has stuck you with an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, nonblackout area. Most VPNs, like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.

Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great VPN deals taking place right now.

Livestream West Ham vs. Bayer Leverkusen in the US

American soccer fans can stream this fixture via Paramount Plus, which has exclusive live English-language broadcast rights in the US for the Europa League.

Livestream West Ham vs. Bayer Leverkusen in the UK

Europa League live broadcast rights in the UK are held by TNT Sports.

Livestream West Ham vs. Bayer Leverkusen in Canada

If you want to stream Europa League games live in Canada, you’ll need to subscribe to DAZN Canada. The service has exclusive broadcast rights to the tournament this season.

Livestream West Ham vs. Bayer Leverkusen in Australia

Football fans Down Under can watch Europa League matches on streaming service Stan Sport, which has exclusive rights to show the competition live in Australia this season.

Quick tips for streaming UEFA Europa League matches using a VPN

• With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience and success when streaming Europa League games may vary.
• If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
• If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs — like Roku — don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
• All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
• And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.

Roma host AC Milan in the second leg of this UEFA Europa League quarterfinal, with the hosts taking a slender 1-0 advantage from the first encounter.

Last week’s match at San Siro was an unsurprisingly cagey affair, with Gianluca Mancini’s 17th minute header one of the few clear cut chances, and a similarly tight affair is likely in store today.

The spoils for the victor of this all-Italian tie is a semifinal next month against either West Ham or Bayer Leverkusen.

Below, we’ll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch every game live wherever you are in the world.

Roma vs. AC Milan: When and where?

Roma host AC Milan at the Stadio Olympico in Rome, on Thursday, April 18. Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. CET local time in Italy, which is 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT in the US and Canada, 8 p.m. BST in the UK and 5 a.m. AEST on Friday, April 19, in Australia.

How to watch Roma vs. AC Milan online from anywhere using a VPN

If you find yourself unable to view Europa League matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the action — that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it’s also a great idea if you’re traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network, and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.

With a VPN, you’re able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has stuck you with an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, nonblackout area. Most VPNs, like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.

Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great VPN deals taking place right now.

Livestream Roma vs. AC Milan in the US

American soccer fans can stream this fixture via Paramount Plus, which has exclusive live English-language broadcast rights in the US for the Europa League.

Livestream Roma vs. AC Milan in the UK

Europa League live broadcast rights in the UK are held by TNT Sports.

Livestream Roma vs. AC Milan in Canada

If you want to stream Europa League games live in Canada, you’ll need to subscribe to DAZN Canada. The service has exclusive broadcast rights to the tournament this season.

Livestream Roma vs. AC Milan in Australia

Football fans Down Under can watch Europa League matches on streaming service Stan Sport, which has exclusive rights to show the competition live in Australia this season.

Quick tips for streaming UEFA Europa League matches using a VPN

• With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience and success when streaming Europa League games may vary.
• If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
• If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs — like Roku — don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
• All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
• And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.

Benfica head to southern France on Thursday holding a slender 2-1 advantage over Marseille, ahead of what looks set to be an entertaining second leg of this UEFA Europa League quarterfinal.

Rafa Silva gave Benfica the lead in last week’s first leg, before Argentinian veteran Angel di Maria doubled their advantage. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s 67th-minute strike, however, will have given Marseille hope of turning the tie around at home today in the intimidating confines of the Stade Vélodrome.

Ismaila Sarr, Jonathan Clauss look likely to miss out for the hosts, with both players suffering from hamstring injuries, while left-back Juan Bernat is rated as doubtful for Benfica for today’s game.

Below, we’ll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch every game live wherever you are in the world.

Marseille vs. Benfica: When and where?

Marseille host Benfica at the Stade Vélodrome on Thursday, April 18. Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. CET local time in France, which is 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT in the US and Canada, 8 p.m. BST in the UK and 5 a.m. AEST on Friday, April 19, in Australia.

How to watch Marseille vs. Benfica online from anywhere using a VPN

If you find yourself unable to view Europa League matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the action — that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it’s also a great idea if you’re traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network, and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.

With a VPN, you’re able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has stuck you with an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, nonblackout area. Most VPNs, like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.

Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great VPN deals taking place right now.

Livestream Marseille vs. Benfica in the US

American soccer fans can stream this fixture via Paramount Plus, which has exclusive live English-language broadcast rights in the US for the Europa League.

Livestream Marseille vs. Benfica in the UK

Europa League live broadcast rights in the UK are held by TNT Sports.

Livestream Marseille vs. Benfica in Canada

If you want to stream Europa League games live in Canada, you’ll need to subscribe to DAZN Canada. The service has exclusive broadcast rights to the tournament this season.

Livestream Marseille vs. Benfica in Australia

Football fans Down Under can watch Europa League matches on streaming service Stan Sport, which has exclusive rights to show the competition live in Australia this season.

Quick tips for streaming UEFA Europa League matches using a VPN

• With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience and success when streaming Europa League games may vary.
• If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
• If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs — like Roku — don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
• All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
• And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.

Aston Villa hold a narrow 2-1 lead as they head to northern France to take on Lille in the second leg of this Europa Conference League quarterfinal.

Goals from Ollie Watkins and John McGinn gave Villa a flying start in the opening encounter. But Bafodé Diakité flicked in a header from Angel Gomes’ cross with just six minutes remaining, earning Lille a potentially crucial goal going into this decisive second leg.

Lille have the advantage of having had a weekend off from domestic Ligue 1 action. Gomes, a former England Under-21 and Man United forward, is likely to have fully recovered from the hamstring injury that restricted him to a brief cameo in the first leg.

Villa boss Unai Emery’s defensive selection options have been boosted by the return of Clément Lenglet and Matty Cash, meanwhile.

Below, we’ll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch every game live wherever you are in the world.

Lille vs. Aston Villa: When and where?

Lille host Aston Villa at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy on Thursday, April 18. Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. CET local time in France, which is 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT in the US and Canada, 8 p.m. BST in the UK, and 5 a.m. AEST on Friday, April 19 in Australia.

How to watch Lille vs. Aston Villa online from anywhere using a VPN

If you find yourself unable to view Europa Conference League matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the action — that’s where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic. It’s also a great idea if you’re traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.

With a VPN, you’re able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. So if your internet provider or mobile carrier has stuck you with an IP address that incorrectly shows your location in a blackout zone, a VPN can correct that problem by giving you an IP address in your correct, nonblackout area. Most VPNs, like our Editors’ Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.

Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you’re streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions.

Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great VPN deals taking place right now.

Livestream Lille vs. Aston Villa in the US

American soccer fans can stream this fixture via Paramount Plus, which has exclusive live English-language broadcast rights in the US for the Europa Conference League.

Livestream Lille vs. Aston Villa in the UK

Europa League live broadcast rights in the UK are held by TNT Sports.

Livestream Lille vs. Aston Villa in Canada

If you want to stream Europa Conference League games live in Canada, you’ll need to subscribe to DAZN Canada. The service has exclusive broadcast rights to the tournament this season.

Livestream Lille vs. Aston Villa in Australia

Football fans Down Under can watch Europa Conference League matches on streaming service Stan Sport, which has exclusive rights to show the competition live in Australia this season.

Quick tips for streaming Europa Conference League matches using a VPN

• With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience and success when streaming Europa Conference League games may vary.
• If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
• If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs — like Roku — don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
• All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
• Remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, a CNET Editors’ Choice award pick, offers hundreds of games that you can play on your Xbox Series X or Series S, Xbox One and PC for $17 a month. A subscription gets you new games every month (like Diablo 4) plus other benefits, like online multiplayer and deals on non-Game Pass titles.

Xbox recently added Shadow of the Tomb Raider to Game Pass on April 11, and the company is adding these titles to the service soon, including three Day 1 releases.

Orcs Must Die 3

Available now.

Crank the orc-slaying mayhem up to 11 in the latest installment of this tower-defense series by slicing, burning, carbonizing and tossing orc hordes. You can also use a trove of new traps and weapons, like magical staffs or sawblade launchers. No matter how you dispatch them, the one thing for certain in this title is that every last orc must die.

EA Sports NHL 24

Available now.

As the NHL gears up for the Stanley Cup playoffs, you can too, with the latest installment in this EA Sports franchise. This entry in the series has new gameplay mechanics, including vision passing and an exhaust engine, intended to give you more control over your players and to present new challenges. So if you want to see the Las Vegas Golden Knights win the cup back to back, or you want to ensure that doesn’t happen, this game is for you.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

Available: April 23

Gather your friends and allies for this Day 1 release. In this action JRPG, you create a party of six heroes out of over a hundred — it’s in the name, after all — as you set off on an adventure across the war-torn continent of Allraan. You can also manage a small town and play mini-games along the way. And if you can’t wait for this title to release, you can play Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising on Game Pass Ultimate now.

Another Crab’s Treasure

Available: April 25

You know what they say: One man’s trash is another crab’s treasure, or something like that. This Day 1 release is like a cross between Elden Ring and the classic game Ecco the Dolphin. In this title, you play as a hermit crab who sets off on a quest to buy back your repossessed shell. You’ll have to use the trash of the ocean to protect yourself against huge enemies, and you’ll also learn why the ocean is so polluted with garbage to begin with. And who knows, maybe you’ll see Ariel with her collection of thingamabobs down there.

Manor Lords (PC)

Available: April 26

If you watched Game of Thrones and thought, “Being a medieval lord doesn’t seem that hard. I could do it,” now’s your chance to prove it. This medieval strategy game brings city-building, tactical battles, economic simulations and social interactions into one complex title. Now you can find out if you have what it takes to keep your people safe and fed when the seasons change and the harsh winters approach.

Have a Nice Death

Available: April 30

Even Death needs a break every now and then, and that’s the goal of this roguelike game. You play as Death, the CEO of Death Incorporated, who finds himself needing a restful vacation. The only thing standing in your way from a relaxing stay at the beach — or wherever Death would vacation — is a mountain of paperwork and reminding your demonic subordinates who’s in charge. Just another day at the office.

Games coming to Game Pass Core

Game Pass Core ($10 a month) is the cheapest Game Pass subscription, and it’s a good option if you only want to play certain games online. It also gives you access to a handful of games, and on April 23, Game Pass Core subscribers can access these titles, too:

• Deep Rock Galactic
• Superhot: Mind Control Delete
• Wreckfest

Titles leaving Game Pass

While Xbox is adding the above titles to Game Pass Ultimate, it’s also removing six titles on April 30. So, you have some time to finish any side quests before you have to buy these titles separately:

• 7 Days to Die
• Besiege
• EA Sports NHL 22
• Loot River
• Pikuniku
• Ravenlok

For more on Xbox, here’s what Diablo 4 on Game Pass likely means for the service, other titles available on Game Pass Ultimate now and everything to know about the gaming service.

If you never seem to have enough outlets for all the things that need to be charged, a charging station can be a game-changer. Doing so transforms one AC outlet into many different ports, and the Anker 525 charging station offers seven of them. Place your order today, and choose the green model, and you’ll pay just $36 so long as you clip the on-page coupon. Note that this deal is only available on that green model, while Amazon Prime members can choose the others and pay a few dollars more. Whichever model you choose, you’ll get the same features.

We don’t know how long that coupon will hang around for, but we’d always suggest ordering sooner rather than later if you don’t want to miss out.

This charging station has all the faetures you’re likely to need. There are three AC outlets around the back with four USB ports on the front. Two of those are USB-C and good for up to 65 watts of power output while two are USB-A and rated for 12 watts. The whole thing features temperature monitoring technology to make sure nothing gets too warm, and there’s a 24-month warranty thrown in for good measure.

Need to keep your stuff charged and ready to go no matter where you are? Our list of portable generators deals will have you powered up whether you’re dealing with a power cut or out in the middle of nowhere.

Fitness enthusiasts know all too well how difficult it can be to find wireless earbuds that stay put during exercise. The Shokz OpenFit earbuds are some of our favorite running earbuds and are perfect for those who lead an active lifestyle. What’s more, if you order from Amazon today you’ll get them at their best-yet price of just $150. That price represents a $30 saving off the original asking price, but it’s a limited-time deal which means that it might not be here for long. On a more positive note, the deal is available on both the black and beige versions so be sure to pick your favorite before adding them to your cart.

Because the Shokz OpenFit are earbuds with ear hooks they’re more likely to stay secured when performing strenuous activity. They also have an IP54 rating, so they’ll handle sweat, dust and the elements in general, but don’t plan to go swimming with them. It’s also worth mentioning that the controls are touch-based, which might be frustrating for some who prefer the more tactile feel of a button.

Beyond that, the audio fidelity is surprisingly good, and the app even lets you fiddle around with the EQ so you can set it just right, but note that there’s no noise cancelation. The OpenFit features an open design that fires sound into your ears using what Shokz dubs “air conduction” technology. Being open-ear, you still have an awareness of your surroundings which is handy when pounding pavements or lifting weights in the gym.

As for battery life, you can get up to seven hours on the earbuds plus another 21 hours or so in the charging case, giving you a total of 28 hours. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have wireless charging, but you can get an hour’s worth of battery with a five-minute charge, so even if you’re in a hurry, you can get some battery life out of it. The case charges via USB-C.

All in all, it’s a solid set of earbuds if you’re looking for something for your workouts. That said, if you’d like a few more options, be sure to check out these other great earbud deals.

Huawei’s new flagship Pura 70 series has a sleek and stylish design as well as multiple rear cameras. The company launched the new line in China on Thursday, in a bid to revive its smartphone business that has suffered due to US sanctions.

The Pura 70 line appears to be a rebrand of Huawei’s P phone series, which were also notable for their rear cameras. The Pura 70 has four models running from 5,499 yuan (roughly $760) for the base Pura 70 all the way up to 9,999 yuan (roughly $1,380) for the 70 Ultra.

Huawei quietly launched its Mate 60 series last year, The Mate 60 runs on the company’s in-house Kirin 9000 processor, which enables 5G connectivity. The Kirin 9000 surpassed people’s expectations of Chinese chipmakers at the time. It’s not clear at the time of writing what processor the Pura 70 or 70 Ultra is using.

Since 2019, Huawei’s been grappling with US sanctions that aim to restrict the Chinese company’s access to American technology. Huawei eventually lost access to critical global components required to make state-of-the-art processors for its smartphones, among other products. This lead Huawei to release outdated 4G phones such as 2023’s Mate X3 at a time when 5G phones had already hit the mainstream.

The Mate 60 series, launched in August 2023, is credited with driving up Huawei’s phone sales. In the first six weeks of 2024, Huawei witnessed a surge in phone sales per unit by 64% compared to the previous year, according to research firm Counterpoint. In that same timeframe, Apple’s iPhone sales in China experienced a decline of 24%.

The Pura 70 series appears to be a rebrand from Huawei’s high-end P series. It targets people who care about aesthetics and photography, while the Mate series focuses on pixels and processors.

The Pura 70 series runs on HarmonyOS, Huawei’s self-developed operating system. It was released in 2019 after US sanctions meant the company’s phones lost access to Google Managed Services, which includes Google Maps, Gmail and the Google Play Store.

Huawei’s phone business has shown signs of recovery, but it doesn’t seem to be back to where it was before US sanctions. The Shenzen-based company has survived and even grows in some areas. It posted a net profit for the year of 2023 of 87 billion year, which rose by 144.5% from the year before. In fact, 2023 represented Huawei’s third year straight of revenue growth, but revenue remains below its 2020 peak.

The US has long alleged that Huawei maintains a tight relationship with the Chinese government and that equipment from the company could be used to spy on other countries and companies. Huawei has repeatedly denied this.