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• Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5 review: dominating performance and style

  12-05-2023 23:51 via techradar.com
  
  Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5: Two-minute review
  The Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5 RAM kit has been an integral part of my component testing process for more than a year, so I cannot think of any better endorsement than that.It is simply the best RAM for the job, whether it's for testing the best processors or best graphics cards. And while I've been lucky enough for Corsair to give TechRadar a number of RAM kits to use over the years, even if it didn't, I would still have us go out
  
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• Best Games on Xbox Game Pass: FIFA 23, Shadowrun Trilogy and More - CNET

  12-05-2023 23:14 via cnet.com
  
  Give these games a try.
  
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• Pakistan shut down the internet - but that didn't stop the protests

  12-05-2023 23:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Millions were plunged offline after Imran Khan's arrest but the blackout hasn't stopped protests.
  
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• The best blue light screen protectors of 2023

  12-05-2023 22:57 via zdnet.com
  
  Compare the best blue light screen protectors from brands like Forito, Ailun, and Ocushield, as voted by both experts and users.
  
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• Google Confirms Wear OS 4 Along With New Gmail, Calendar and Backup Features - CNET

  12-05-2023 22:48 via cnet.com
  
  WhatsApp's first smartwatch app is also coming to Wear OS, bringing texting and voice calls without needing a phone.
  
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• Meta's sprucing up its ads with new generative AI tools

  12-05-2023 22:46 via zdnet.com
  
  Can generative AI make ads more compelling? That's the aim of Meta's new ad tools.
  
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• Elon Musk names Linda Yaccarino new Twitter CEO

  12-05-2023 22:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  NBCUniversal's former head of advertising is revealed as the new boss of the social network.
  
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• Elon Musk names Linda Yaccarino new Twitter boss

  12-05-2023 22:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  NBCUniversal's former advertising head is revealed as the new chief executive of the social network.
  
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• 5 ways to attract top tech talent, according to these business leaders

  12-05-2023 22:39 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're a manager looking to attract great IT professionals, here's how to make your organization stand out from the crowd.
  
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• Did Google meet the ChatGPT challenge at I/O 2023? ZDNET editors debate

  12-05-2023 22:31 via zdnet.com
  
  Don't miss our analysis of Google's I/O most important announcements and whether Google did enough to counter the momentum of OpenAI and Microsoft.
  
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• Keep Your Kitchen Knives Sharp When You Move by Properly Packing Them. Here's How - CNET

  12-05-2023 22:30 via cnet.com
  
  Use these handy knife-packing tips to prevent chipping and damage while you move.
  
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• The best Wi-Fi routers of 2023

  12-05-2023 22:24 via zdnet.com
  
  The best Wi-Fi routers provide a strong internet connection, rapid speeds, and a lot of coverage so you can join virtual meetings, work, game, and stream quickly and consistently.
  
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• Best Games on PS Plus: Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Ghostbusters and Much More - CNET

  12-05-2023 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  PS Plus has a giant library of games. Here are our favorites.
  
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• Stability AI releases an open source text-to-animation tool

  12-05-2023 21:42 via zdnet.com
  
  You've heard of text-to-image, but have you heard of text-to-animation?
  
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• Get the Right Size Rental Truck for Your Move. Here's How - CNET

  12-05-2023 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  You'll have enough space for all of your precious belongings when you choose the right size moving truck.
  
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• The Stages of Sleep Deprivation and Its Warning Signs - CNET

  12-05-2023 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you struggle with sleep, don't ignore these signs if they progressively get worse.
  
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• You Can Now Try Google's Bard Chatbot, an Alternative to ChatGPT - CNET

  12-05-2023 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  The generative AI tool is available in English in many parts of the world. Japanese and Korean are here, and more languages are on the way.
  
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• Elon Musk Names Linda Yaccarino as New Twitter CEO: What You Should Know - CNET

  12-05-2023 20:16 via cnet.com
  
  The former NBCUniversal executive will lead business operations at Twitter, while Musk continues to focus on product design and new technology.
  
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• How to Watch 'Fear the Walking Dead' Season 8: Stream From Anywhere - CNET

  12-05-2023 20:07 via cnet.com
  
  The closeout season of the beloved spin-off is finally upon us.
  
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• How to Know When Solar Panels Will Pay for Themselves - CNET

  12-05-2023 20:07 via cnet.com
  
  Solar panels cost a lot of money, but they pay for themselves over time in energy savings. Here's how to do the math.
  
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• Refinance Rates for May 12, 2023: Rates Bump Up - CNET

  12-05-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week, two benchmark refinance rates saw growth. See how interest rate hikes from the Fed have affected the refinance market.
  
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• Mortgage Rates on May 12, 2023: Key Rate Ticks Up - CNET

  12-05-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Mortgage rates were varied this week, but one noteworthy rate increased. If you're in the market for a mortgage, see how your payments might be affected by inflation.
  
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• How to Buy a Mattress Online in 7 Easy Steps - CNET

  12-05-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's how to navigate the online mattress market and how to buy a quality mattress without leaving home.
  
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• EarthLink Internet Review: Pricier Than Most -- but Also Friendlier - CNET

  12-05-2023 19:40 via cnet.com
  
  You'll probably pay a bit more with EarthLink, but you may find the service worth the extra cost.
  
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• Amazon Echo: 5 Hidden Features You've Got to Try With Alexa - CNET

  12-05-2023 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  You already know you can play music on your Echo and ask about the weather, but there are so many other things Alexa can do.
  
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• Diablo 4 Final Beta Test Starts Today. Here's How to Join - CNET

  12-05-2023 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  Time to head back to hell.
  
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• From dealing with Musk to fixing Twitter Blue: what’s in the next CEO’s in-tray?

  12-05-2023 19:04 via theguardian.com
  
  Elon Musk has announced he will step down as chief executive and has appointed Linda YaccarinoElon Musk has described it as a “painful” job that anyone would be “foolish” to accept. But Twitter’s current chief executive has found a willing person to take his place.Musk announced on Friday that he had appointed the chairman of of global advertising and partnerships at NBCUniversal, Linda Yaccarino, as CEO. Here are the most pressing items awaiting her when she takes
  
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• The Best Electric Toothbrush of 2023, Personally Tested - CNET

  12-05-2023 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  I tested 9 of the top electric toothbrushes on the market. Protect your smile with the best electric toothbrush.
  
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• The Best Electric Toothbrush of 2023 - CNET

  12-05-2023 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  I tested 9 of the top electric toothbrushes on the market. Protect your smile with the best electric toothbrush.
  
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• At-Home Sleep Tests vs. Lab Studies: Is At-Home Just as Good? - CNET

  12-05-2023 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  At-home sleep tests are convenient and cheaper than lab studies. But there are some major differences you should know before buying.
  
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• You're Probably Not Wearing Enough Sunscreen - CNET

  12-05-2023 18:53 via cnet.com
  
  You need much more sunscreen than you think, according to this dermatologist.
  
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• Best Fiber Internet Providers of 2023: AT&T to Ziply - CNET

  12-05-2023 18:43 via cnet.com
  
  Fiber-optic is the best you can get, and these are the top fiber internet providers. The best of the best.
  
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• Elon Musk confirms Linda Yaccarino as new Twitter CEO

  12-05-2023 18:42 via theguardian.com
  
  NBCUniversal’s advertising executive will take over as boss, with Musk holding on to senior role in companyFrom dealing with Musk to fixing Twitter Blue: what’s in the next CEO’s in-tray?Elon Musk has named NBCUniversal’s head of global advertising as the new chief executive of Twitter, although he will continue to have a senior role at the social media platform.Linda Yaccarino will take over as chief executive from the billionaire, who has proven to be controversial and
  
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• Tears of the Kingdom: Fans react to Zelda sequel launch

  12-05-2023 18:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nintendo's new Zelda game, Tears of the Kingdom, is already a hit with fans and critics.
  
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• How to Sign Up for Google Search Labs And Access New AI-Driven Search Tools - CNET

  12-05-2023 18:14 via cnet.com
  
  Google is letting users get early access to some of its latest projects.
  
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• Human or bot? This Turing test game puts your AI-spotting skills to the test

  12-05-2023 18:12 via zdnet.com
  
  Can you figure out if you're chatting with a real person or a bot? Take your best guess.
  
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• This pocket-sized SSD enclosure makes external drives exciting again

  12-05-2023 17:56 via zdnet.com
  
  Packed into this tiny SSD enclosure is an LCD display, power-loss protection, and stats about everything related to the storage drive's health and performance.
  
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• We need AI to help us face the challenges of the future | Letters

  12-05-2023 17:55 via theguardian.com
  
  Readers respond to Naomi Klein’s article that argued it is delusional to believe AI machines will benefit humanityNaomi Klein’s article about the dangers of generative AI makes many valid points about the economic and social consequences of the new technology (AI machines aren’t ‘hallucinating’. But their makers are, 8 May). But her choice of language about how to describe the mistakes that the new AI makes seems to suggest she is committed mainly to providing an id
  
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• Tesla Just Raised the Price on Almost All Its Vehicles - CNET

  12-05-2023 17:55 via cnet.com
  
  Tesla has been tweaking the prices of its electric vehicles all year.
  
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• The Top 9 Signs You Need Glasses and Why You Shouldn't Ignore Them - CNET

  12-05-2023 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  Our vision naturally changes throughout our lives. It's inevitable.
  
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• Tech professionals need to 'get out of the data' and talk to people again

  12-05-2023 17:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The irony is that while demand is high for close customer engagement, technology tends to impersonalize it even more.
  
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• Skip the Craigslist Meetup: 7 Charities That Pick Up Old Furniture for Free - CNET

  12-05-2023 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you're looking to donate large items before you move, these organizations will take them off your hands for you.
  
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• Meta Is Axing the Facebook Messenger App for Apple Watch - CNET

  12-05-2023 16:56 via cnet.com
  
  Messenger notifications will still show on your Apple Watch, but you won't be able to reply.
  
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• 5 Slack slash commands you need to know to save you time and energy

  12-05-2023 16:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Slash commands can help make Slack less of a time suck. Here's how.
  
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• Grab an Unlocked Galaxy S22 Ultra for $750 (Save $450) - CNET

  12-05-2023 16:35 via cnet.com
  
  The Galaxy S22 lineup is no longer the flagship at Samsung, but they are still solid devices.
  
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• Over 2 Million Peloton Bikes Recalled: Here's What to Do if You Have One - CNET

  12-05-2023 16:01 via cnet.com
  
  Stop using the original Peloton exercise bike until you can get a replacement seat post.
  
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• The 47 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now

  12-05-2023 16:00
  
  From Queer Eye to The Dragon Prince, these are our picks for the best streaming titles to binge this week.
  
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• Open source and Linux skills are still in demand in a dark economy

  12-05-2023 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Despite the doom-and-gloom headlines about tech jobs, the Linux Foundation's latest survey says companies are still hiring savvy Linux and open source staffers.
  
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• Bissell's AeroSlim Handheld Vacuum Is Down to $30 (Save $26) - CNET

  12-05-2023 15:48 via cnet.com
  
  Tackle dust, dirt and debris anytime, anywhere with this cordless handheld vacuum cleaner.
  
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• Elon Musk says he has appointed new Twitter boss

  12-05-2023 15:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The billionaire has been under pressure to name someone else to lead the company and focus on his other firms.
  
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