I pay close attention to anything that can save me time. After reviewing my 2025 spending on generative AI, I made one big change.
I pushed eight free AI chatbots to their limits to find the best AI chatbots of 2026. To explore our top picks, check out ZDNET's chatbot-by-chatbot guide.
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