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• Roku Streaming Stick 4K vs. Roku Express 4K Plus: Is One Better Than the Other? - CNET

  19-07-2022 23:38 via cnet.com
  
  These excellent streaming devices have similar features and are often close in price. How do you choose between the two? We'll help you decide.
  
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• Instagram's New Searchable Maps Show Local Businesses - CNET

  19-07-2022 23:37 via cnet.com
  
  You can now explore tagged locations in posts and stories via the Instagram app.
  
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• Try This Easy Stove Trick to Save Money in the Kitchen - CNET

  19-07-2022 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  Cut down your energy bill by using your stovetop more efficiently. Here's how.
  
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• CDC Panel Endorses Novavax, a New COVID Vaccine - CNET

  19-07-2022 23:11 via cnet.com
  
  The CDC's director is expected to accept the recommendation, which will make Novavax available to adults who haven't been vaccinated yet.
  
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• Apple Endorses New AVIF Photos for a Faster Web on iOS 16 - CNET

  19-07-2022 23:07 via cnet.com
  
  JPEG has had a good run, but it's ancient by tech industry standards.
  
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• BA.5 Symptoms and Everything Else We Know About the New COVID Variant - CNET

  19-07-2022 23:05 via cnet.com
  
  Omicron keeps mutating into newer, more contagious versions or subvariants.
  
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• 'Nope' First Reactions Praise Jordan Peele's Ambitious New Flick - CNET

  19-07-2022 23:03 via cnet.com
  
  Nope is something very different to Peele's horror hits Get Out and Us.
  
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• Here's the Ideal Thermostat Temperature to Save Money on Your Electric Bill - CNET

  19-07-2022 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  Electric bills are about to skyrocket. Slash your energy bills during this heatwave by knowing the right temperature to set.
  
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• Valve Warns of Steam Deck Performance Issues Due to High Summer Temps - CNET

  19-07-2022 22:57 via cnet.com
  
  Owners should be careful about the heat when using their deck.
  
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• The 5 best cold press juicers of 2022

  19-07-2022 22:44 via zdnet.com
  
  What is the best cold press juicer? The Breville the Juice Fountain Cold Plus is our top pick. ZDNet analyzed features like capacity and power to determine the top cold press juicers.
  
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• Lenovo smart alarm clock is selling for $35 -- half off

  19-07-2022 22:43 via zdnet.com
  
  The four-inch smart display can showcase the time, weather, and family photos, and it's 50% off right now.
  
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• What's Next For Webb? Scientists Have Already Queued to Use NASA's New Telescope - CNET

  19-07-2022 22:39 via cnet.com
  
  Astronomers are getting their hands on JWST data. Here's what you can expect to see in the near future.
  
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• Daily Harvest Says It Has Found Cause of Food Poisoning Outbreak - CNET

  19-07-2022 22:38 via cnet.com
  
  A specialty flour made from the tara tree appears to be behind the meal delivery service's food poisoning episode in June.
  
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• Gigabyte M32UC review

  19-07-2022 22:34 via techradar.com
  
  Gigabyte M32UC: Two-minute review 
  The Gigabyte M32UC manages to succeed where many other gaming monitors have failed by providing a crisp picture, great features, and a 144Hz refresh rate at 4K without absolutely breaking the bank. 
  At a basic level, the curved 32-inch (31.5 inch to be exact) UHD gaming monitor features a 144Hz refresh rate that balances performance and efficiency very well. Beyond that, the M32UC includes VESA Display HDR400, a slew of ports, external speakers and Gi
  
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• How to use Microsoft Launcher to access Microsoft apps and services on your Android phone

  19-07-2022 22:32 via zdnet.com
  
  With the Microsoft Launcher nestled on your Android phone, you can easily set up and access all your favorite Microsoft content.
  
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• Atari 2600 Lego Set Includes Joystick and Little Lego Game Cartridges - CNET

  19-07-2022 22:32 via cnet.com
  
  Celebrate Atari's 50th anniversary with this neato 1980s Lego set, also including buildable Asteroids and Centipede games.
  
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• Twitch Is Testing a New Charity Fundraising Tool - CNET

  19-07-2022 22:24 via cnet.com
  
  The streaming platform makes it easier for content creators and viewers to raise money for charity.
  
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• How to use Apple Pay in stores and online

  19-07-2022 22:23 via zdnet.com
  
  The convenience of Apple Pay goes beyond not having to take out your wallet at stores. Many online retailers now accept it at checkout without having to enter your card number.
  
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• Want to block third-party trackers on your Android device? Try DuckDuckGo's new feature

  19-07-2022 22:20 via zdnet.com
  
  If you take your privacy seriously and are looking to block as much app tracking as possible on your Android device, DuckDuckGo App Tracking Protection may be just what you're looking for.
  
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• Netflix Lost Nearly 1M Members -- and That's Good News - CNET

  19-07-2022 22:12 via cnet.com
  
  Netflix had expected its subscriber base to shrink by 2 million.
  
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• How to get stronger tracking protection from Firefox on Android

  19-07-2022 22:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Jack Wallen shows you how to improve tracking protection in the Android version of the Firefox web browser.
  
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• Twitter-Musk takeover dispute heading for October trial

  19-07-2022 21:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Twitter hopes that the trial will end with a court order for Musk to complete a $44bn takeover bid.
  
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• The 5 best note-taking apps for iPad in 2022

  19-07-2022 21:37 via zdnet.com
  
  What is the best note-taking app for iPad? ZDNet chose Notability, thanks to its all-in-one approach. We analyzed features to determine the top note-taking app for iPad, as well as some alternatives worth considering.
  
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• The 5 best note taking apps for iPad 2022

  19-07-2022 21:37 via zdnet.com
  
  What is the best note-taking app for iPad? ZDNet chose Notability, thanks to its all-in-one approach. We analyzed features to determine the top note-taking app for iPad, as well as some alternatives worth considering.
  
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• Inflation increases credit card usage, stress among Americans: Survey

  19-07-2022 21:23 via zdnet.com
  
  Americans are paying more for goods and services while tapping their credit to fund their lifestyles. Improving credit scores can help control expenses.
  
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• Twitter wins first legal battle with Elon Musk as trial to go ahead in October

  19-07-2022 21:18
  
  Judge in Delaware denies Tesla chief’s bid to delay trial, as Twitter seeks verdict that will force Musk to complete $44bn takeoverTwitter has won the first legal skirmish in its attempt to force Elon Musk to complete a $44bn (£36.7bn) takeover of the social media company, after a judge ruled that a trial will take place in October.Legal experts said the ruling in Delaware was good news for Twitter, which had asked for a fast-track process to settle the dispute. A Delaware judge said
  
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• Mario Strikers Adds Daisy and More in Its First Free Update - CNET

  19-07-2022 21:05 via cnet.com
  
  Two new playable characters join the Switch sports game on July 21.
  
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• Nerf's New High-Powered Gel Blaster Debuts Ammo That Bursts on Impact - CNET

  19-07-2022 21:01 via cnet.com
  
  The best benefit: No clean up.
  
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• How to Nap and Still Sleep Soundly at Night - CNET

  19-07-2022 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  The do's and don'ts of napping like a pro
  
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• 'The Hunger Games' Prequel: What to Know About the Upcoming Flick - CNET

  19-07-2022 20:49 via cnet.com
  
  The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes will star Tom Blyth, Rachel Zegler and Peter Dinklage.
  
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• The 5 best charcoal grills of 2022

  19-07-2022 20:49 via zdnet.com
  
  What is the best charcoal grill? The Weber Original Kettle is our top choice. It's a staple of summer. Whether you're throwing some burgers on for a weeknight dinner or doing up ribs and chicken for family reunions and parties, there's no substitute for the smoky-charred flavors you get from a classic charcoal grill.
  
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• Stray’s Post-Apocalyptic World Evokes the Walled City of Kowloon

  19-07-2022 20:44
  
  This now-lost city on the outskirts of Hong Kong is perhaps the most influential gaming location you've never heard of.
  
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• 'Zack Snyder's Justice League' Ending Explained: Epilogue's Cameos and Dangling Plot Threads - CNET

  19-07-2022 20:43 via cnet.com
  
  The four-hour Snyder Cut of the DC superhero movie, now available to buy digitally, doesn't have any post-credits scenes, but it leaves you with plenty to chew on.
  
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• The 5 best pet cameras of 2022

  19-07-2022 20:40 via zdnet.com
  
  What is the best pet camera? ZDNet chose the Furbo Dog Camera. We analyzed features such as camera quality and two-way audio to determine the top pet cameras, as well as some alternatives worth considering.
  
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• Apple agrees to settle class-action suit over problematic 'butterfly' keyboards

  19-07-2022 20:28 via zdnet.com
  
  The company has agreed to pay a total of $50 million to consumers who purchased MacBooks with the flawed devices, but it's not admitting there was anything wrong with them.
  
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• Not an Eagle: Misidentified Bird Is Australia's First Fossil Vulture - CNET

  19-07-2022 20:26 via cnet.com
  
  Carrion my wayward bird.
  
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• Amazon Worker Dies on Prime Day, OSHA Investigating Warehouse Work Conditions, Reports Say - CNET

  19-07-2022 20:24 via cnet.com
  
  Advocates and state-level regulators have pointed out disproportionately high injury rates, which they tie to Amazon's demanding pace of work.
  
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• Amazon Worker Dies on Prime Day, OSHA Investigates Warehouse Conditions - CNET

  19-07-2022 20:24 via cnet.com
  
  Advocates and state-level regulators have pointed out disproportionately high injury rates, which they tie to Amazon's demanding pace of work.
  
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• The Best Cheap Steak Cuts - CNET

  19-07-2022 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  You don't need to tell anyone these steaks aren't ribeye.
  
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• Best Cheap Steak Cuts - CNET

  19-07-2022 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  You don't need to tell anyone these steaks aren't ribeye.
  
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• Make Your Own Portable AC Unit With Supplies You Already Have at Home - CNET

  19-07-2022 19:55 via cnet.com
  
  You don't need any electrical skills for this DIY portable air conditioner, just a few things from home and a quick trip to the hardware store.
  
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• GameStop, Google Stock Splits: What to Know as Shares Become Easier to Buy - CNET

  19-07-2022 19:42 via cnet.com
  
  Google started trading at its split adjusted price on Monday. GameStop's stock split will occur at market close Thursday.
  
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• iOS 16 Hidden Features You Need to Try Right Now on Your iPhone - CNET

  19-07-2022 19:38 via cnet.com
  
  Let's take a closer look at some of the exciting new features you may have never heard about.
  
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• Best Places to Shop for Back-to-School Supplies - CNET

  19-07-2022 19:38 via cnet.com
  
  You can save yourself time -- and money -- by stocking up on school supplies at these online retailers.
  
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• State Stimulus Checks: Who Is Getting a Payment in 2022? - CNET

  19-07-2022 19:34 via cnet.com
  
  Residents in these states are getting stimulus checks. Find out when and who qualifies.
  
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• Spend Less on Groceries by Stretching How Long Your Food Lasts. Here's How - CNET

  19-07-2022 19:22 via cnet.com
  
  Grocery prices are still on the rise. But we can help you get the food in your fridge to stay fresh longer.
  
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• Singapore firms struggle to align sustainability goals with business objectives

  19-07-2022 19:22 via zdnet.com
  
  Most business leaders in Singapore believe it is socially responsible to have sustainability goals, but 56% have yet to establish well-defined ones and 49% cite aligning these with their business objectives as the main challenge.
  
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• Alienware's All-AMD m17 R5 Gaming Laptop Now Available, Adds 480Hz Display Option - CNET

  19-07-2022 19:22 via cnet.com
  
  The updated m17 is billed as the world's most powerful 17-inch AMD Advantage laptop.
  
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• The 5 best pellet grills of 2022

  19-07-2022 19:21 via zdnet.com
  
  What is the best pellet grill? Our expert pick is the Weber SmokeFire EX4 for its cooking surface area, fuel hopper capacity, and wide temperature range. But we researched and compared all the most popular options. Pellet grills combine the best of offset smokers and direct-heat charcoal grills, giving you more possibilities for roasting, grilling, smoking, and searing meat and vegetables.
  
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• Find the Best Meal Service for You With CNET's Meal Delivery Quiz - CNET

  19-07-2022 19:18 via cnet.com
  
  The perfect meal delivery service is waiting and we're gonna help you find it.
  
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