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• Tipping at the Apple Store? How and Where It Might Happen - CNET

  05-05-2023 23:36 via cnet.com
  
  The union representing a Maryland Apple Store wants you to be able to show your gratitude.
  
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• Here's How to Determine the Right Size Rental Truck for Your Move - CNET

  05-05-2023 22:25 via cnet.com
  
  Choose the right size moving truck for all your stuff with this handy guide.
  
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• iOS 16: The 15 Coolest Features You Probably Didn't Know Existed - CNET

  05-05-2023 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  From viewing your hidden Wi-Fi passwords to removing duplicate photos and videos, these 15 iOS 16 features will definitely change how you use your iPhone.
  
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• Walmart to Offer Free Health Care Services This Weekend - CNET

  05-05-2023 21:52 via cnet.com
  
  The pharmacy giant is offering things like free glucose and cholesterol tests. Some locations will have free vision screenings.
  
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• This $25 'solar cockroach' DIY kit is fun for the whole family

  05-05-2023 21:42 via zdnet.com
  
  It's cuter than you'd think and fun for kids and adults, too!
  
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• The Best Way to Clean Cast Iron Calls for this Pantry Staple - CNET

  05-05-2023 21:10 via cnet.com
  
  You're already sitting on a secret weapon for cleaning cast-iron cookware.
  
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• The Marvel Films From Worst to Best—and Where to Stream Them

  05-05-2023 21:00
  
  Here’s our definitive ranking of all 31 films (and counting) in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
  
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• Best Internet Providers in Milwaukee - CNET

  05-05-2023 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  The Brew City offers high-speed internet and broadband options with no contracts, reasonable pricing, unlimited data and fiber availability.
  
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• AI will change the role of developers forever. Here's why that's good news

  05-05-2023 20:55 via zdnet.com
  
  Senior execs at two blue-chip organizations explain how they're embracing automation -- and why everyone in these businesses, including IT pros, are reaping the rewards.
  
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• Best Internet Providers in Charles Town, West Virginia - CNET

  05-05-2023 20:31 via cnet.com
  
  West Virginia may not have the fastest internet speeds in the US, but broadband providers in Charles Town have some above-average offerings. Learn more.
  
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• Social Security Guide: Understand How Your Benefits Work - CNET

  05-05-2023 20:15 via cnet.com
  
  Social Security benefits can get confusing. We'll help you understand the ins and outs.
  
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• Here Are Mortgage Rates for May 5, 2023: Rates Retreat - CNET

  05-05-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Some key mortgage rates declined this week. See how the Fed's interest rate hikes are affecting the mortgage market.
  
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• Current Refinance Rates on May 5, 2023: Rates Dip Down - CNET

  05-05-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Several important refinance rates slid lower this week. If you're looking to refinance, now's a good time to assess your options.
  
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• Should You Upgrade Your 3D Printer to a Faster One? Not So Fast - CNET

  05-05-2023 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Ultra-fast 3D printers are here, but you don't need to upgrade straight away.
  
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• Best PS4 and PS5 Racing Games for 2023 - CNET

  05-05-2023 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Explore the broad world of racing games for PS4 and PS5. Check out some of our favorites.
  
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• Best Internet Providers in Phoenix: Cox, CenturyLink or Something Else? - CNET

  05-05-2023 18:36 via cnet.com
  
  Moving to or around the Phoenix area? Here are your best options for home internet service.
  
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• Best Home Internet Providers in Las Vegas - CNET

  05-05-2023 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Need internet in Sin City? Here are your best bets for home internet service in Las Vegas.
  
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• Ex-Uber security chief sentenced over covering up hack

  05-05-2023 17:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Joseph Sullivan was convicted over covering up a security breach of 57 million user accounts in 2016.
  
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• Today Only: Save 40% at Nectar and Snag a New Mattress for Less - CNET

  05-05-2023 17:38 via cnet.com
  
  Get deep discounts on everything you need to reset your bedroom and rest well during Nectar's flash sale.
  
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• Rare Windows 11 Pro Deal Drops Price All the Way Down to Just $40 Right Now - CNET

  05-05-2023 17:32 via cnet.com
  
  Saving $160 is nothing to miss out on.
  
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• Saatva Mattress Review 2023: Tested By CNET's Mattress Expert - CNET

  05-05-2023 17:30 via cnet.com
  
  A premium mattress that offers comfort, support and durability. It's not every day you see a luxury bed with back-to-back coil layers that provide optimal support for proper alignment.
  
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• Best VPN services of 2023: Expert tested and reviewed

  05-05-2023 17:20 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the VPN services based on the number of servers, connection speeds, privacy policies, types of platforms, and more. Plus, are free VPNs worth trying?
  
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• Current Refinance Rates on May 5, 2023: Rates Inch Lower - CNET

  05-05-2023 17:15 via cnet.com
  
  This week, several important refinance rates slid lower. If you're looking to refinance, now's a good time to assess your options.
  
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• Google's First Foldable Phone Confirmed: Take a Look at the Pixel Fold - CNET

  05-05-2023 17:14 via cnet.com
  
  The tech giant will reveal more details at Google I/O next week.
  
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• Google engineer warns it could lose out to open-source technology in AI race

  05-05-2023 17:09
  
  Commonly available software poses threat to tech company and OpenAI’s ChatGPT, leaked document saysGoogle has been warned by one of its engineers that the company is not in a position to win the artificial intelligence race and could lose out to commonly available AI technology.A document from a Google engineer leaked online said the company had done “a lot of looking over our shoulders at OpenAI”, referring to the developer of the ChatGPT chatbot. Continue reading...
  
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• Discord Is Making Users Pick New Usernames - CNET

  05-05-2023 17:06 via cnet.com
  
  Start thinking of a new username now.
  
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• ‘We’ve discovered the secret of immortality. The bad news is it’s not for us’: why the godfather of AI fears for humanity

  05-05-2023 17:01
  
  Geoffrey Hinton recently quit Google warning of the dangers of artificial intelligence. Is AI really going to destroy us? And how long do we have to prevent it?The first thing Geoffrey Hinton says when we start talking, and the last thing he repeats before I turn off my recorder, is that he left Google, his employer of the past decade, on good terms. “I have no objection to what Google has done or is doing, but obviously the media would love to spin me as ‘a disgruntled Google employ
  
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• Sona's Music Helped Me Relax. Here's Why You Should Try It Too - CNET

  05-05-2023 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Sona app provides music to reduce anxiety, which can help you get a good night's sleep. It worked for me.
  
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• Echo Studio review: Better than ever, but is that enough?

  05-05-2023 17:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Amazon's biggest smart speaker received a significant refresh last year, but is it still worth the $200 price tag in today's market?
  
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• CNET's Free Shopping Extension Saves You Time and Money. Give It a Try Today - CNET

  05-05-2023 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  No one likes to pay full price -- and that's what the CNET Shopping extension is here to help prevent.
  
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• Ninja Creami Review: The TikTok-Famous Ice Cream Maker Is as Good as It Looks - CNET

  05-05-2023 16:56 via cnet.com
  
  The Creami will save you oodles on ice cream and allow you to make healthier versions of your favorite flavors.
  
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• Internet Buying Guide: 10 Tips to Getting the Best Service - CNET

  05-05-2023 16:56 via cnet.com
  
  Not sure where to start with choosing an internet provider and plan? Here's everything you need to know.
  
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• Is Your Sunscreen Expired? Here's When You Should Throw It Away - CNET

  05-05-2023 16:48 via cnet.com
  
  Expired SPF could leave you vulnerable to a sunburn and other skin damage. Here's how to tell if your sunscreen is expired.
  
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• Snag Big Savings on Refurbished Garmin Devices at Woot - CNET

  05-05-2023 16:42 via cnet.com
  
  Grab select factory-reconditioned Garmin smartwatches, GPS navigators for bikes and cars, dash cams and more.
  
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• My search for the ultimate AirPods Pro case is over

  05-05-2023 16:41 via zdnet.com
  
  For only $18, this rugged Apple AirPods Pro case solves all of the original case's design problems.
  
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• Track Your Mail at Your New Home and Old Home After You Move - CNET

  05-05-2023 16:39 via cnet.com
  
  Learn how to make sure you don't miss any mail at either address.
  
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• The 14 Best Sunscreens for 2023, Tested and Selected From 30 Top Brands - CNET

  05-05-2023 16:35 via cnet.com
  
  We tested over 30 of the best sunscreens available for all skin types that protect your skin from harmful UV rays. These are our top picks to stay sun-safe.
  
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• Samsung's Next Smartwatches Will Be All About Sleep and Health Tracking - CNET

  05-05-2023 16:35 via cnet.com
  
  New Galaxy Watches coming later this year will be the first to get Samsung's new software, which is full of sleep and wellness updates.
  
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• The UK's antitrust agency is going after Big Tech's AI models now

  05-05-2023 16:21 via zdnet.com
  
  There is growing global concern that AI models are going to cause societal carnage if they are not reined in.
  
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• Starlink Drops Plans for High-Speed Data Caps - CNET

  05-05-2023 16:18 via cnet.com
  
  The satellite internet service adjusted its policy and is also offering a new subscription plan.
  
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• The Long Covid Mystery Has a New Suspect

  05-05-2023 16:07
  
  Immune cells called monocytes are triggered to help clear infection—but in some cases they never switch off, leaving patients breathless for months.
  
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• Keep Your Lawn Looking Great With Up to 57% Off Smart Sprinkler Tools and Accessories - CNET

  05-05-2023 16:04 via cnet.com
  
  Grab discounted Orbit tech for your yard and manage how you water your outdoor spaces more efficiently.
  
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• The 46 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now

  05-05-2023 16:00
  
  From The Diplomat to The Dragon Prince, these are our picks for the best streaming titles to binge this week.
  
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• Why your toolkit needs a handful of these easy-to-use lever nut connectors

  05-05-2023 15:47 via zdnet.com
  
  These Wago 221 lever nut connectors create secure, reliable, and easy-to-use connections between electrical wires. Here's how to use them.
  
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• Sony's New Budget CH-520 On-Ear Headphones Are on Sale for $40 - CNET

  05-05-2023 15:23 via cnet.com
  
  The CH-520 wireless headphones list for $60, but you can get them now for 33% off in black.
  
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• This 43-Inch Fire TV Is Down to Just $210 Today (Save $160) - CNET

  05-05-2023 15:18 via cnet.com
  
  One of our favorite budget TVs of the year -- the Amazon 4-Series -- is back to the lowest price we've seen.
  
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• Running out of storage? This rugged SSD can save your computer before it gets worse

  05-05-2023 15:16 via zdnet.com
  
  For a while, my iMac was nearly unresponsive. Then I discovered these rugged and portable storage drives.
  
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• The Solar Power Landscape Is Changing. Here's What That Means for You - CNET

  05-05-2023 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Manufacturers learned that accessibility, flexibility and modularity drive sales. Now, alternative energy solutions are more accessible than ever before.
  
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• Momentum Solar Review: More Strengths Than Weaknesses - CNET

  05-05-2023 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Momentum Solar offers a complete solar package, including experience, if you happen to be in the right state.
  
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• JBL Tour Pro 2 Earbuds Stand Out for Their Touchscreen Case - CNET

  05-05-2023 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  In a world where there's not much difference between the top competing buds, the JBL Tour Pro 2 offer a distinguishing new feature: a control panel in the buds' case.
  
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