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• The best phone ring lights of 2023

  12-04-2023 23:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Phone cameras might be limited, but adding one of these best phone ring lights can illuminate your pictures, TikToks, Reels, and online calls.
  
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• Is this the best laptop you've never heard of?

  12-04-2023 23:28 via zdnet.com
  
  Malibal is a company dedicated to creating high-performance Linux laptops, and it has a winner in the Aon S1.
  
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• LinkedIn verified checkmarks are coming. Here's how the 3 new options work

  12-04-2023 23:22 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft and Clear will collaborate with LinkedIn to verify your workplace.
  
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• The Hidden Fees Making Your Internet Bill Even Higher - CNET

  12-04-2023 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  Your broadband charges may be more pricey than advertised. Here's how to spot -- and hopefully avoid -- some small-print costs.
  
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• Were you caught up in the latest data breach? Here's how to tell

  12-04-2023 22:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Wondering if your information was posted online from a data breach? Here's how to check if your accounts are at risk and what to do next.
  
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• Is Twitter working on its own chatbot?

  12-04-2023 22:39 via zdnet.com
  
  Elon Musk's massive GPU purchase could point to Twitter spinning up a generative AI project.
  
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• Max Streaming Service Will Be Exclusive Home for 'The Penguin,' More Originals - CNET

  12-04-2023 22:25 via cnet.com
  
  The Penguin, SmartLess: On the Road, and a new Game of Thrones spinoff will be found only here.
  
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• $1.5B in Unclaimed Tax Refunds from 2019 Will Disappear Soon - CNET

  12-04-2023 22:25 via cnet.com
  
  If you didn't submit a tax return to the IRS in 2020, you still have some time to claim your tax refund.
  
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• Stamp Prices Are Going Up -- Again - CNET

  12-04-2023 22:06 via cnet.com
  
  First-class stamps just increased in January.
  
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• iOS 16.4: Don't Miss These New iPhone Features - CNET

  12-04-2023 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Check out the new features your iPhone gets with iOS 16.4.
  
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• The best AirTag wallets of 2023

  12-04-2023 21:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Your phone isn't the only thing that needs protection. Keep a grip on your cash with the best AirTag wallets with brands like Spigen, Hawanik, Doeboe, and more.
  
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• Best Game Pass and Xbox Live Deals: Discounted Subscriptions Starting at $4 a Month - CNET

  12-04-2023 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Snag an Xbox gaming subscription at a reduced price.
  
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• Can't Remember Your Wi-Fi Password? This iPhone Trick Can Help - CNET

  12-04-2023 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  No need to scramble for the password. As long as you've connected before, your phone has the Wi-Fi password stored.
  
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• The best robot vacuum mops of 2023: Expert reviewed

  12-04-2023 21:11 via zdnet.com
  
  No longer are you forced with the tedious task of vacuuming and mopping your floors. Instead, kick back and relax with the best robot vacuum and mops from brands like Ecovacs, iRobot, and Roborock.
  
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• 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' Will Be Impossible to Beat

  12-04-2023 21:07
  
  Mario was too iconic to fail. Game adaptations after him will have to try harder.
  
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• Warner Bros. Discovery Plans to Add Live Sports to Max Streaming Service - CNET

  12-04-2023 21:02 via cnet.com
  
  Live news and sports events may be hitting the platform sooner than we think.
  
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• EPA Proposes Toughest Emissions Standards Yet in Hopes of Boosting EV Sales - CNET

  12-04-2023 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Drivers could also save $12,000 over the life of their car, thanks to improved mileage and maintenance requirements.
  
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• LinkedIn Will Now Verify Your Identity and Employer - CNET

  12-04-2023 20:47 via cnet.com
  
  Forget about Twitter. You can get a LinkedIn check mark, thanks to new partnerships with Microsoft and Clear.
  
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• Here's When You Can Expect Your April Social Security Disability Insurance Check - CNET

  12-04-2023 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  The Social Security Administration disburses checks in rounds throughout the month.
  
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• HBO Max Will Relaunch in May as Max for the Same Monthly Price - CNET

  12-04-2023 20:16 via cnet.com
  
  The "enhanced" streaming option will still cost $16 for ad-free, but another premium plan is being added.
  
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• Xfinity vs. Verizon Fios: Which Should You Choose? - CNET

  12-04-2023 19:47 via cnet.com
  
  Xfinity boasts greater availability and lower introductory pricing, but Verizon Fios may be the better service overall. Here's why.
  
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• The first Android 14 public beta is officially out. What's new and how to install it

  12-04-2023 19:26 via zdnet.com
  
  You'll need a Pixel phone to take part for now.
  
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• The Absolute Best Air Fryers to Buy for 2023 - CNET

  12-04-2023 19:11 via cnet.com
  
  We tested dozens of ovens to find the best fryer overall, the best small model and the best large air fryer to feed a hungry herd.
  
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• Six things we learned from Elon Musk interview

  12-04-2023 19:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The world's second richest man spoke for nearly an hour on a wide range of subjects.
  
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• OpenAI will pay you to hunt for ChatGPT bugs

  12-04-2023 19:03 via zdnet.com
  
  Ethical hackers can earn up to $20,000 for their bug-finding efforts. Here's everything you need to know about the new Bug Bounty Program.
  
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• Elon Musk: Twitter owner changes BBC account's 'government funded' label

  12-04-2023 19:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Twitter boss agreed to change a description from "government funded media" to "publicly funded".
  
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• Watch Champions League Soccer: Livestream Real Madrid vs. Chelsea From Anywhere - CNET

  12-04-2023 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  The defending champions host the struggling Londoners at the Bernabéu for this quarterfinal first leg.
  
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• Download the First Android 14 Beta on Your Phone Right Now - CNET

  12-04-2023 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  This is Google's first public beta release of Android 14.
  
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• Elon Musk BBC interview: Twitter boss on layoffs, misinfo and sleeping in the office

  12-04-2023 18:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Twitter boss defends his running of the firm in a hastily-arranged BBC interview.
  
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• Extended: Get 30% Off Any of Master & Dynamic's Excellent Headphones - CNET

  12-04-2023 18:47 via cnet.com
  
  Master & Dynamic's headphones aren't cheap. But the company's 30% off sale makes them much more affordable.
  
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• You Can Now Stream Peacock on a Meta VR Headset - CNET

  12-04-2023 18:28 via cnet.com
  
  Meta is also offering a deal for new subscribers to the streaming service.
  
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• The best power banks of 2023

  12-04-2023 18:23 via zdnet.com
  
  Need emergency power for your dying devices? The best power banks will keep your battery life topped up, so you never miss a beat.
  
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• Dealing With Allergies? Your Air Purifier May Be in the Wrong Spot - CNET

  12-04-2023 18:18 via cnet.com
  
  Help rid your home of allergens by putting your air purifier in the right place.
  
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• Why Snap and Flatpak make Linux a better OS for the average user

  12-04-2023 18:06 via zdnet.com
  
  How can the Flatpak and Snap packages be so valuable to Linux? Here are the answers.
  
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• Zorin OS is exactly what a desktop operating system should be

  12-04-2023 18:02 via zdnet.com
  
  There is one Linux distribution to rule them all, but it's not the one you think it is.
  
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• Zorin OS demonstrates exactly what a desktop operating system should be

  12-04-2023 17:48 via zdnet.com
  
  There is one Linux distribution to rule them all, but it's not the one you think it is.
  
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• How to automatically enable reading mode for specific sites in MacOS Safari

  12-04-2023 17:30 via zdnet.com
  
  If you regularly view certain sites in reading mode, Safari has a feature you'll want to start using immediately.
  
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• This $30 USB-C cable includes a surprisingly awesome feature

  12-04-2023 17:26 via zdnet.com
  
  A USB-C cable with a built-in, professional-grade power meter? Yes, please.
  
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• Post-Pandemic Telehealth Prescriptions: Here's What May Change for You - CNET

  12-04-2023 17:24 via cnet.com
  
  Some telemedicine rules that were loosened during the pandemic could be tightened again. Before they're official, here's what we know now.
  
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• Best Air Purifiers for 2023, Tested by CNET - CNET

  12-04-2023 17:20 via cnet.com
  
  Air quality matters. Protect your lungs from pollen, smoke, dust and other toxins with a reliable air purifier.
  
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• NBA Play-In and Playoffs 2023: How to Watch, Stream Wednesday's Games Without Cable - CNET

  12-04-2023 17:18 via cnet.com
  
  The NBA postseason tournament continues tonight on ESPN with two more play-in games.
  
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• My favorite tech repair tool just got smaller, and better

  12-04-2023 17:15 via zdnet.com
  
  I love my new keychain spudger tool. It's the perfect tool for dismantling gadgets when on the move.
  
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• US inflation rate falls to 5.0%; BoE’s Andrew Bailey doesn’t see ‘systemic banking crisis’ – as it happened

  12-04-2023 17:10 via theguardian.com
  
  US CPI dropped more expected last month, but core inflation roseUS inflation at 5%, the lowest it has been since 2021Elon Musk says BBC’s Twitter tag will be changed from ‘government-funded media’Demand for cinema trips picked up last year as pandemic restrictions were lifted, boutique operator Everyman Media Group reports this morningEveryman, which runs 38 venues across the UK, told shareholders today that its revenues swelled to £78.8m in 2022, up from £49m in 20
  
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• Control Your Patio Lights and More From Anywhere With This $15 Outdoor Smart Plug - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:58 via cnet.com
  
  This Meross outdoor smart plug has three sockets, is weather-resistant and right now it's on sale for $11 off.
  
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• Tackle Yard Work With Up to 50% off Outdoor Power Tools - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:52 via cnet.com
  
  Grab discounted eco-friendly hedge trimmers, pressure washers, lawn mowers, leaf blowers, chainsaws and more from Greenworks.
  
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• Watch: BBC News' interview with Elon Musk in full

  12-04-2023 16:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The interview, aired live from Twitter HQ, covered mass layoffs, misinformation and his work habits.
  
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• Ever Looked Inside Your Keurig? You Probably Need to Clean It ASAP - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:34 via cnet.com
  
  Don't let gunk build up and make your Keurig coffee taste gross. Here's an easy way to clean it.
  
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• Questions About Your Tax Return? Do This Before You Call the IRS - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:15 via cnet.com
  
  We're getting closer to the April 18 deadline for filing tax returns. If you call the IRS, you can expect long wait times.
  
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• 8 Ways to Know if You Have a Vitamin Deficiency - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Are you getting all the vitamins you need? Here's how to tell.
  
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• 6 Best Natural Sugar Alternatives - CNET

  12-04-2023 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Balance your diet and boost your health with these six natural alternatives.
  
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