COMPUTER BILD awards Golden Computer: This is the best technology of the year! | Life & Knowledge

It is one of the biggest technology awards in Germany: the Golden Computer, awarded annually by COMPUTER BILD.

The best technology of the year was honored for the 27th time on Wednesday. Not by a jury of experts, but by the readers of COMPUTER BILD. Over 60,000 of them voted and chose their devices and software of the year in 13 categories.

There was also an innovation award, presented by the editor-in-chief. Remarkably, “ChatGPT” was the first AI to win a Golden Computer. A sign that this technology has already arrived in our everyday lives and is being well received.

And here it is – the best technology of the year. All winners of the Golden Computer 2024 at a glance:

Category TV: Samsung QN900D

Easy to use, extensive features, great picture: This 8K TV from Samsung leaves nothing to be desired. COMPUTER BILD readers also thought so – victory in the “TV” category. Want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

This TV shows so many details that you want to recommend wrinkle cream to the actors

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Category Computer: Tablet Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra

A crisp display combined with a fast processor that is still economical and ensures a long battery life: the Android tablet is the first choice if you don't want an Apple iPad. Want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

Finally, a tablet so powerful that even your procrastination will be pro-level.

Finally a tablet so powerful that even your procrastination runs at pro level

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Smartphone category (powered by o2): Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

When it comes to cell phones, there's no getting around Samsung. No wonder: The Galaxy S24 Ultra, with its top features, is one of the best smartphones currently available. So it's a well-deserved victory. Want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

The battery that lasts and lasts – at least long enough to give you a new excuse if you don’t write back

The battery that lasts and lasts – at least long enough to give you a new excuse if you don’t write back

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Category Software, Apps & Services: ChatGPT

In this category, COMPUTER BILD readers proved that they are open to the technology of the future: the ChatGPT app was the first AI product to win the Golden Computer. Congratulations! Want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

The only chat where you can be sure that no one will judge you – even if you ask strange questions in the middle of the night

The only chat where you can be sure that no one will judge you – even if you ask strange questions in the middle of the night

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Category Finance: Buhl WISO Tax 2024

Thanks to programs like WISO Steuer 2024, the tedious tax return is no longer annoying, because with the help of this software you can do the whole thing in no time at all – even in complicated cases. Do you want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

The software that makes filing your taxes so easy you'll almost forget how much you hate taxes.

The software that makes your tax return so easy that you almost forget how much you hate taxes

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Sound category: Teufel Stereo L2

Great sound, paired with good features and top workmanship: Teufel's “Stereo L2” Wi-Fi speakers offer HiFi enjoyment – via streaming, Apple AirPlay2 and more. This won them the Golden Computer 2024. Want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

These speakers are so good that even your neighbors will suddenly develop a taste for music

These speakers are so good that even your neighbors will suddenly develop a taste for music

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Photo category: Canon EOS R100

Canon proves that photography fans with a limited budget don't have to compromise on quality with the EOS R100 – the smallest system camera in the EOS series. It impresses with excellent images, a powerful autofocus and easy handling. Want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

Because it's never too late to go from being a smartphone photographer to a system camera professional

Because it's never too late to go from being a smartphone photographer to a system camera professional

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Smarthome category: AVM Fritz!Box 5690 Pro

The Fritz!Box 5690 Pro from AVM is perfect for fast wireless data transfer. It already has the WiFi 7 standard on board. And thanks to ZigBee support, it can also be used as a smart home hub. That's great – and worth a Golden Computer from COMPUTER BILD readers. Want to know more? CLICK HERE for COMPUTER BILD-Test!

The Wi-Fi powerhouse that's so fast, even your cat will be impressed when he sees the video of himself

The Wi-Fi powerhouse that's so fast, even your cat will be impressed when he sees the video of himself

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New Mobility category: VW ID.7

The knot has finally been broken in Wolfsburg: With the ID.7, Volkswagen is putting a fully electric sedan on the road that is completely convincing in terms of workmanship, operation and, above all, range. Do you want to know more? CLICK HERE for the AUTO BILD test!

This sedan is so advanced that you might wonder if you are on your way to the open-plan office or to the Mars mission

This sedan is so advanced that you might wonder if you are on your way to the open-plan office or to the Mars mission

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Category New Energy: Small Power Plant

Not long on the market, the provider “Kleines Kraftwerk” has already won the coveted Golden Computer. The innovative company from Germany offers balcony power plants and solar systems in numerous variants – and at fair prices. Do you want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

The small power plant for your balcony – now you can bill the sun.

The small power plant for your balcony – now you can bill the sun

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Category Computer Accessories: Monitor Dell Ultrasharp U4025QW

Would you like your desk to be a little more luxurious? Here you go: The Dell Ultrasharp U4025QW is not only a stylish eye-catcher, but also impresses with its sharp 40-inch screen (5K resolution at 120 Hertz) – it's hard to get more than that at the moment. Want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

With this screen, even your Excel spreadsheet looks like a work of art – it’s almost a shame to close it

With this screen, even your Excel spreadsheet looks like a work of art – it’s almost a shame to close it

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Entertainment category: Telekom MagentaTV

With “MagentaTV”, Telekom offers an all-round, worry-free package for everyone who not only wants to receive linear television via the Internet, but also wants convenient access to numerous streaming services and media libraries. This was awarded the Golden Computer by COMPUTER BILD readers. Want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

For those who like to watch TV but at the same time want to feel like they are in control of the universe

For those who like to watch TV but at the same time want to feel like they are in control of the universe

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Security category: Norton 360 Advanced

In the COMPUTER BILD test, this PC security package impressed with the best virus protection and very good features. This meant that it not only won the test, but also the Golden Computer 2024. Do you want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

So safe that hackers would rather play the lottery than try yours

So safe that hackers would rather play the lottery than try yours

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Category Innovation: Robotic lawnmower Dreame Roboticmower A1

This year's innovation award went to the OmniSense technology of the Dreame Roboticmower A1. It enables the robotic lawnmower to recognize and map the lawn area to be mown without any boundary wire. The editors felt that this innovation was worthy of the special award. Do you want to know more? CLICK HERE for the COMPUTER BILD test!

A robotic lawnmower that not only cuts grass, but politely asks how it would like to be mowed

A robotic lawnmower that not only cuts grass, but politely asks how it would like to be mowed

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