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• 12 smart home devices that make great Valentine's Day gifts

  18-01-2023 23:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Is your partner either gadget-loving or tech-challenged? ZDNET rounded up the best smart home gift ideas for your Valentine to enjoy using around their home.
  
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• Microsoft to cut 10,000 jobs in March as tech firms, including Amazon, thin ranks

  18-01-2023 23:43 via theguardian.com
  
  Sector reacts to post-pandemic shift in digital spending and gloomy economic outlook for 2023Microsoft is cutting 10,000 jobs as it cited a post-pandemic shift in digital spending habits and weakness in the global economy.The tech group joined a list of US peers making extensive job cuts, including Facebook owner Meta, Amazon, and business software-maker Salesforce, who have scaled back on workforce expansions stoked by a pandemic-related boom in demand for their services and products that have
  
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• Get a First Look at 'Ted Lasso' Season 3, Premiering This Spring - CNET

  18-01-2023 23:28 via cnet.com
  
  Believe. It won't be long now before the Apple TV Plus series returns for its final season.
  
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• How to add an AirTag to Find My on iPhone

  18-01-2023 23:15 via zdnet.com
  
  If you've just gotten an Apple AirTag and need help setting it up, I'm here to tell you the process couldn't be easier. Still, we'll walk through the steps, so you can start tracking your most important items.
  
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• Trump pleads with Meta to restore Facebook account

  18-01-2023 23:14 via theguardian.com
  
  Former president’s lawyers petition company to allow access following ban from platform in wake of 2021 Capitol attackDonald Trump has petitioned Meta to restore his access to Facebook, as he reportedly looks to shift his 2024 presidential campaign into a higher gear.The former president was banned from Facebook more than two years ago, after his followers attacked the US Capitol in an unsuccessful attempt to stop certification of Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 presidential election
  
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• Apple updates the HomePod with improved sound, Matter support, new sensors

  18-01-2023 23:10 via zdnet.com
  
  The HomePod is back. It looks the same, but there are plenty of changes to be found under the cloth exterior.
  
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• First Asteroid to Buzz Earth in 2023 Came Closer Than Many Satellites - CNET

  18-01-2023 23:09 via cnet.com
  
  No need to panic, but oddly enough, we missed this one as it approached.
  
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• This hidden iPhone feature can help you fall asleep faster

  18-01-2023 23:07 via zdnet.com
  
  Deep inside your iPhone’s Settings app is a feature that can help lull you to sleep or drown out your neighbor's snoring. You just have to know where to find it.
  
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• Best Streaming Service in 2023 - CNET

  18-01-2023 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  The best streaming services have weathered the storm and come out stronger than ever.
  
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• 6 Surprising Reasons You're Having Trouble Losing Weight - CNET

  18-01-2023 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  It's a simple question of mind over matter.
  
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• Apple Mac Mini (2023) vs Mac Studio: Is M2 really better than M1?

  18-01-2023 22:59 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple's new $600 Mac Mini likely generated many sideways glances at the $2,000+ M1 Mac Studio. But, this seeming cannibalism of the Mac Studio is not as one-sided as it seems. Let me explain.
  
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• Twitter's bird statue sells for $100,000 at auction

  18-01-2023 22:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  After axing staff and scrapping perks, Twitter offloads surplus supplies
  
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• Apple's 'Hello Tomorrow!' Trailer Looks Like 'Mad Men' with Jetpacks - CNET

  18-01-2023 22:49 via cnet.com
  
  Check out this delightfully weird retro-tastic series coming to Apple TV Plus next month.
  
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• Bitzlato crypto founder charged with $700m financial crimes

  18-01-2023 22:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bitzlato co-founder Anatoly Legkodymov is accused of helping to process $700m in illicit funds.
  
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• Power Rangers 30th Anniversary Netflix Special Teaser Shows Reunited Cast - CNET

  18-01-2023 22:36 via cnet.com
  
  Alongside the special, Netflix's next Power Rangers series will be the first with a female Red Ranger when it debuts.
  
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• 12 Amazon Alexa Tips and Hacks for the Kitchen - CNET

  18-01-2023 22:30 via cnet.com
  
  Your Amazon Echo device can be essential to helping you cook, bake and more.
  
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• Apple Is Waking Up a Dormant Temperature and Humidity Sensor in the HomePod Mini - CNET

  18-01-2023 22:23 via cnet.com
  
  An upcoming software update will switch on the monitoring capabilities.
  
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• How to improve sound quality on iPhone calls

  18-01-2023 22:18 via zdnet.com
  
  It's like having noise cancelation, but for your voice.
  
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• 5 Best Online Psychiatry Services in 2023 - CNET

  18-01-2023 22:01 via cnet.com
  
  Here are our tops picks for online psychiatry platforms based on price, services offered and convenience.
  
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• Apple HomePod Speaker Upgrades Its Sound for $299: A Hands-On - CNET

  18-01-2023 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  The new full-size smart speaker can also sense room temperature and listen for smoke alarms.
  
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• 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Hybrid Revealed - CNET

  18-01-2023 21:51 via cnet.com
  
  The E-Ray is the first hybrid and the first all-wheel driven 'Vette in the brand's history. It's also the quickest yet.
  
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• Microsoft Adaptive Accessories review

  18-01-2023 21:36 via techradar.com
  
  Microsoft Adaptive Accessories: One-minute reviewMicrosoft has been leading the proverbial charge for accessible technology for a while now, and the Microsoft Adaptive Accessories continues that trend. This line of PC peripherals feature four products, each with its own unique properties and purposes. We have the adaptive mouse along with a separate mouse tail and thumb support; the adaptive hub that works as a hybrid remote and keyboard that also connects and controls other devices; and th
  
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• Twitter hit by 40% revenue drop amid ad squeeze, say reports

  18-01-2023 21:33 via theguardian.com
  
  More than 500 advertising clients have reportedly paused spending since Elon Musk’s takeover in OctoberTwitter remains in the grip of an advertising squeeze, with the social media platform hit by a 40% drop in revenue after more than 500 clients paused their spending, according to reports.The company’s daily revenue was down 40% year-over-year, the tech newsletter the Platformer reported, while the news site the Information said staff were told more than 500 of Twitter’s top ad
  
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• Twitter's new blue checkmark isn't always blue, and other verification system changes

  18-01-2023 21:32 via zdnet.com
  
  Here are all of Twitter's many account verification changes explained.
  
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• Save $74 on NuraTrue Pro noise-canceling earbuds

  18-01-2023 21:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Perfect for on the go or just relaxing at home, you can also enjoy an extra 60 days of Tidal when you buy these buds.
  
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• Moderna's RSV Vaccine for Older Adults Joins Race for First Approval - CNET

  18-01-2023 21:22 via cnet.com
  
  Older adults and young children are more susceptible to complications from RSV, and different vaccines are in the works. Here's what to know about the disease.
  
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• Scientists Discover Unusually Hefty Meteorite: 'Rare, and Really Exciting' - CNET

  18-01-2023 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  Researchers in Antarctica found the dark 17-pound space rock popping out against the snow.
  
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• Easily Cancel All Your Unused Subscriptions on iOS and Android - CNET

  18-01-2023 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  Figure out all the subscriptions you're paying for on your smartphone -- and get rid of the ones you don't need.
  
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• The 4 best game consoles of 2023

  18-01-2023 21:13 via zdnet.com
  
  We analyzed design, pricing, and functionality to find the best game consoles. But it's hard to beat the Playstation 5 with specs that impress just as much as design.
  
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• TikTok Labels State-Affiliated Media Accounts in Over 40 More Countries - CNET

  18-01-2023 21:12 via cnet.com
  
  The social media company is expanding where it identifies accounts controlled or influenced by governments.
  
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• The Best Outdoor Smart Plugs for 2023 - CNET

  18-01-2023 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  The best outdoor smart plugs bring scheduling, voice commands and more to your exterior lighting.
  
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• How to create and view an outline in Google Docs

  18-01-2023 20:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Outlines make it much easier to organize and navigate longer documents, and Google Docs is no stranger to the feature. Find out how to create and view your first outline.
  
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• The 5 best ergonomic keyboards of 2023

  18-01-2023 20:39 via zdnet.com
  
  Ergonomic keyboards can help improve your typing posture and reduce discomfort. The best ergonomic keyboards also feature wireless connectivity and keymapping.
  
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• Target Clearance Cheat Sheet: What You Need to Know to Save the Most - CNET

  18-01-2023 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  Shopping at Target is always fun, but shopping clearance at Target is even better. Here are some tips to help you understand the ins and outs of clearance shopping.
  
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• Social Security Disability Insurance 2023: Here's When to Expect Your January Check - CNET

  18-01-2023 20:35 via cnet.com
  
  The 2023 cost-of-living adjustment will apply to checks for Social Security Disability Insurance beneficiaries this month.
  
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• Netflix Reveals Zack Snyder's 'Rebel Moon' Release Date - CNET

  18-01-2023 20:28 via cnet.com
  
  Starring Sofia Boutella and Charlie Hunnam, this moon comes out in December.
  
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• Russian owner of cryptocurrency exchange Bitzlato arrested in Miami

  18-01-2023 20:17 via theguardian.com
  
  Prosecutors allege Anatoly Legkodymov’s company became a ‘safe haven’ for proceeds of criminal activityA Russian national who founded a cryptocurrency exchange that the justice department says became a haven for the proceeds of criminal activity has been arrested, federal officials said on Wednesday.Anatoly Legkodymov, who lives in China, was arrested on Tuesday night in Miami and was due in court on a charge of conducting an unlicensed money-transmitting business. Continue rea
  
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• TikTok Labels State-Affiliated Media Accounts in 40 More Countries - CNET

  18-01-2023 20:05 via cnet.com
  
  The social media company is expanding where it identifies accounts controlled or influenced by governments.
  
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• The 6 best fitness apps with online workouts in 2023

  18-01-2023 20:04 via zdnet.com
  
  Movement made easy: Our top picks for the best fitness apps with online workout programs will make your 2023 activity goals a reality.
  
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• Best Prepared Meal Delivery Service for 2023 - CNET

  18-01-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  The best prepared meal delivery services can help you eat healthily while saving you time and money.
  
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• Super Bowl Commercials: Watch All the 2023 Big Game Ads Released So Far - CNET

  18-01-2023 19:58 via cnet.com
  
  The teams aren't even set yet for the Feb. 12 game, but some of the planned commercials are already trickling out.
  
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• US Army Corp of Engineers Cat Calendar Is So Bad It's Brilliant - CNET

  18-01-2023 19:50 via cnet.com
  
  Welcome to your master class on poorly Photoshopping a cat calendar.
  
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• SpaceX Prepping for First Full Test Fire of Its Mega Starship Rocket - CNET

  18-01-2023 19:41 via cnet.com
  
  The Super Heavy booster designed to get Starship to orbit has never before lit up all 33 of its engines at once.
  
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• The 5 best budget gaming laptops of 2023

  18-01-2023 19:37 via zdnet.com
  
  The best budget gaming laptops have fantastic battery life and VRR compatibility but don't break the bank, making them the perfect gift for the gamer on your list.
  
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• Nick Cave Calls AI Song Written in His Style 'Grotesque Mockery' - CNET

  18-01-2023 19:34 via cnet.com
  
  Tools like ChatGPT can never experience the complex human struggles that lead to emotionally resonant songs, the singer-songwriter says.
  
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• Museum Asks Public to Reinvent a Classic Work of Art, With Wild Results - CNET

  18-01-2023 19:32 via cnet.com
  
  It's Vermeer's Girl With a Pearl Earring, this time with Na'vi, robots and cellphones.
  
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• The 5 best treadmills of 2023

  18-01-2023 19:30 via zdnet.com
  
  If your New Year's resolution is to exercise more, look no further than these top-of-the-line treadmills -- including the NordicTrack Commercial 1750.
  
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• Taxes 101: What's the Difference Between a Tax Return and Tax Refund? - CNET

  18-01-2023 19:25 via cnet.com
  
  Before you dive into your taxes for 2022, review the basics of tax preparation.
  
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• Why There Probably Won't Be a 'Fan Edition' of the Samsung Galaxy S22 - CNET

  18-01-2023 19:22 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE struggled to stand out from the Galaxy S22 lineup, and a Galaxy S22 FE would likely have the same problem.
  
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• Boston Dynamics Atlas Robot Can Now Grab and Toss, Like People Can - CNET

  18-01-2023 19:22 via cnet.com
  
  Atlas is evolving.
  
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