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• Meta delivered ‘a major blow’ to Twitter. Will it flip the flailing firm’s fortunes?

  06-07-2023 23:32 via theguardian.com
  
  Meta has been struggling with layoffs, a fledgling metaverse and a decreasing audience. The company needs its new big bet to pay offMeta has launched a “Twitter killer” app, a nearly direct copy of the microblogging platform that was built to lure users away from the increasingly dysfunctional Elon Musk-owned company. But will it bring Meta the boost it has been looking for?Experts say it may. Continue reading...
  
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• Should You Buy Kitchen Appliances and Home Goods on Prime Day? - CNET

  06-07-2023 23:01 via cnet.com
  
  Prime Day brings major discounts on some of our favorite home and kitchen brands. But are Amazon's big Prime Day deals worth all the hype? If so, what are the best kitchen and home goods to buy on Prime Day?
  
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• Savings Unleashed: Score Free Prime Day Deals in Just One Step - CNET

  06-07-2023 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  No membership? No problem! Here's how to get 30 days free.
  
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• The best early Prime Day 2023 laptop deals

  06-07-2023 22:41 via zdnet.com
  
  Amazon Prime Day is almost here, and while we may have to wait until the main event to see more discounts on laptops, you can still get your hands on great accessories.
  
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• Shazam Now Identifies Songs on Third-Party Apps. Here's How to Do it - CNET

  06-07-2023 22:23 via cnet.com
  
  The app gained this function after it was updated Thursday.
  
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• The best early Prime Day 2023 security camera deals

  06-07-2023 21:36 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking to beef up your home's security camera system? Here are the best security camera deals we found ahead of Amazon Prime Day.
  
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• Your Socks Could Be the Key to a Good Night's Sleep. Here's Why - CNET

  06-07-2023 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  The secret to a better night's sleep might be hiding in your sock drawer.
  
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• Hug Sleep Pod Review: A Cool Product, but Not for Every Sleeper - CNET

  06-07-2023 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Hug Sleep pod helps reduce anxious feelings and promotes better sleep. It worked, but only some people should buy it.
  
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• Don't Sweat the Night Away. Sleep Cool With These 10 Expert Hacks, Even Without AC - CNET

  06-07-2023 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you find yourself without AC this summer, you don't have to sacrifice your sleep. These tips will help you stay cool.
  
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• Best Cash-Back Credit Cards for July 2023 - CNET

  06-07-2023 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Cash-back credit cards can help lower your gas and grocery expenses with their rewards.
  
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• What happens if a superintelligent AI goes rogue? OpenAI doesn't want to find out

  06-07-2023 20:29 via zdnet.com
  
  OpenAI is warning that a super-smart AI could 'lead to the disempowerment of humanity or even human extinction.' So it's building a team to stop it.
  
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• Amazon Will Show You Its Newest Devices in September - CNET

  06-07-2023 20:28 via cnet.com
  
  The company says its fall event will take place at the company's new Virginia headquarters.
  
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• I can't recommend the 15-inch MacBook Air enough, even if it's not for me

  06-07-2023 20:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Instead of pushing users upmarket, Apple created arguably the best laptop for most people at a relatively accessible price.
  
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• Ally Bank CD Rates for July 2023 - CNET

  06-07-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  This online bank offers competitive CD rates and a variety of terms -- and no minimum deposit or balance is required.
  
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• Why You May Not Want to Sign Up for Threads, Meta's New Twitter Competitor - CNET

  06-07-2023 19:59 via cnet.com
  
  And it's probably not for the reason you think.
  
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• Honor 90 review – a supremely capable handset that doesn’t demand the big bucks

  06-07-2023 19:52 via techradar.com
  
  Honor 90: Two-minute preview
  With the launch of the excellent Honor Magic 5 Pro at MWC 2023, Honor proved itself capable of competing with the likes of Samsung and Apple when it comes to developing genuinely innovative mobile hardware, and the brand’s latest mid-ranger – the Honor 90 – represents an even-more-ambitious attempt to bundle the Magic 5 Pro’s best features into a decidedly more affordable package.Indeed, Honor told us – during a pre-launch presentation f
  
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• Best Internet Deals for July 2023 - CNET

  06-07-2023 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  Save on your household's broadband costs with promotional prices and limited-time offers from top providers.
  
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• 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie': When and Where to Stream the Film From Anywhere - CNET

  06-07-2023 19:27 via cnet.com
  
  Here's which streaming service will carry the smash hit.
  
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• 5 things to know about Meta's Threads app before you entangle your Instagram account

  06-07-2023 19:08 via zdnet.com
  
  Facebook's parent company released its Instagram companion app, Threads, as a direct competitor to Twitter.
  
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• Threads review: Twitter without the rough edges or news

  06-07-2023 18:43 via theguardian.com
  
  Site has potential to suck the remaining life – and advertising revenue – out of Musk’s struggling networkImagine a social network where users have invested so much social capital in putting up data about themselves that it is impossible to imagine them leaving. Moving to a new site would be an enormous risk for users because you would lose your network of friends. The network’s entire existence, the theory goes, is secured by these barriers to starting afresh at a new ou
  
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• Puffy Mattress Review: Reasons to Buy or Not Buy video - CNET

  06-07-2023 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  Owen Poole, a certified sleep science coach, reviews the Puffy mattress, explaining its construction, firmness and feel. At the end, he gives his verdict on what kind of mattress buyer would be interested in the Puffy mattress.
  
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• ChatGPT sees its first monthly drop in traffic since launch

  06-07-2023 18:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Have we passed peak ChatGPT?
  
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• Instagram's Threads: 'Almost every influencer will be hopping on it'

  06-07-2023 17:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Some of the people using Threads on its first day tell the BBC what they think about the app and its future.
  
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• Twitter rival Threads sees 23 million signups overnight

  06-07-2023 17:05 via zdnet.com
  
  Many have tried and many have failed, but can Mark Zuckerberg finally take down Twitter? He's off to a good start.
  
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• Charcoal Standing Desk Review

  06-07-2023 16:57 via techradar.com
  
  Charcoal has set out to change the home working game, and with its latest release, they may just have done it. The best standing desk options around today continue to grow in popularity because of their versatility and ability to transform a pre-existing desk into a more health-conscious and flexible workstation. Charcoal has lept beyond the top players by integrating a number of brilliant features such as health and sleep data with smart hardware built into the desk. With this desk, Charco
  
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• Human coding error identified as cause of digital bank service outage

  06-07-2023 16:34 via zdnet.com
  
  The coding error in a software used for system maintenance had resulted in DBS Bank's hours-long service outage in May, but unrelated to another outage in March.
  
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• Best iPad Deals: Save $30 on Latest iPad, $50 on iPad Air and More - CNET

  06-07-2023 16:30 via cnet.com
  
  Plus, bargain tablet hunters can pick up the previous-gen iPad for only $250.
  
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• Twitter rival Bluesky launches custom domain names as first paid service

  06-07-2023 16:12 via zdnet.com
  
  In an effort to remain ad-free, Bluesky is offering a paid service through which you can directly purchase your own domain name to highlight and verify your identity.
  
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• Stop Wearing Expired Contacts. It's Putting Your Eyes at Risk - CNET

  06-07-2023 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Throw out those outdated contacts. They are way worse for you than you realize.
  
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• Forget Manfrotto: This do-it-all tripod is so good I wound up buying two

  06-07-2023 15:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Geekoto is a lesser-known brand, but its tripod is flexible and solid enough to meet just about any production need.
  
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• iPhone overheating and burning through the battery fast? This weird fix might help

  06-07-2023 15:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Frustrated by your iPhone's bad battery life and constant overheating? Tearing out your hair because you think you've tried everything? Try this!
  
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• Meta's Threads Is Here. What to Know and How to Use It - CNET

  06-07-2023 15:38 via cnet.com
  
  A quick guide to the new app, which rolled out in more than 100 countries on Thursday.
  
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• Best Tablet Deals: Prices Slashed on iPad and Fire Tablet - CNET

  06-07-2023 15:02 via cnet.com
  
  Keep tabs on all the best tablet deals happening now with the help of this roundup.
  
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• These open-ear headphones ditch the bone conduction tech for something shockingly better

  06-07-2023 14:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Shokz excels at bone conduction technology, but its latest OpenFit buds ditch the vibrational output in favor of better audio performance.
  
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• What is a Solar Carport? Everything You Need to Know - CNET

  06-07-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  A solar carport is one of the simpler ways to create a structure that generates power while providing shelter for your car, but there are some additional considerations.
  
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• I Wore the Future With OpenBCI's Brain-Sensing VR Headset, Galea video - CNET

  06-07-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  What happens when VR and AR meet brain-signal sensors? OpenBCI's new VR-AR headset is a way to interact with computers using your mind.
  
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• I Wore the Future With a Brain-Connected AR-VR Headset - CNET

  06-07-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  The next frontier might be neurotech: OpenBCI's Galea headset, along with advances in assistive controls, points to a wild, wearable road ahead.
  
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• Huion Kamvas Pro 24(4K): a behemoth, vivid slate

  06-07-2023 14:00 via techradar.com
  
  Huion Kamvas Pro 24 (4K): One-minute reviewThe Huion Kamvas Pro 24 (4K) is a glorious, 24-inch and 4K HDR graphics tablet that comes equipped with a keydial, which can be controlled with its 18 buttons and roller dial.Huion makes some of the best drawing tablets, sitting comfortably between Wacom and XPPen as a mid-range manufacturer, and that's no small feat. Huion have made some of my personal favorite tablets, especially when factoring in value for money.This vivid slate packs 1.07 billion di
  
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• How Oppo Uses Sports Events Like Wimbledon to Break Into Europe (and the World) - CNET

  06-07-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Oppo's serve into the world of sports sponsorships might get the ball over the net, but will it result in a winning game?
  
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• Helpful Chatbots, Clever Rewrites: What AI Means for Texting - CNET

  06-07-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Companies like Snap and Google are infusing generative AI into their messaging apps.
  
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• Current Refinance Rates on July 6, 2023: Rates Increase - CNET

  06-07-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Multiple important refinance rates increased this week. If you're in the market for a refi, now's a good time to assess your options.
  
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• Current Mortgage Rates for July 6, 2023: Rates Edge Up - CNET

  06-07-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week, a few important mortgage rates inched up. See how the Fed's interest rate hikes could affect your home loan payments.
  
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• Current Mortgage Rates for July 6, 2023: Rates Climb - CNET

  06-07-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week, a few important mortgage rates inched up. See how the Fed's interest rate hikes could affect your home loan payments.
  
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• Best Solar Companies of July 2023 - CNET

  06-07-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  CNET compared solar panels, batteries, warranties and customer service to find our pick for best solar company. See which we chose and find a company that fits your needs.
  
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• Gigabyte Aero 16-inch Laptop Review

  06-07-2023 13:16 via techradar.com
  
  The Gigabyte Aero 16-inch is designed with aesthetics in mind, potentially because its intended audience is people who care about how their laptop workhorse looks.Gigabyte intentionally created its Aero line of laptops, including this 16-inch model, as one of the best laptops for photo editing, content creators and creatives. The computer's detailed design, 16:10 Golden Ratio OLED display, and powerful processing capabilities all demonstrate a clear focus on quality and intended audience.
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• 'Jujutsu Kaisen' Season 2: How to Watch the Anime Series From Anywhere - CNET

  06-07-2023 13:15 via cnet.com
  
  The popular series will chronicle Gojo's past in the Hidden Inventory and Premature Death arcs, then follow the Shibuya Incident.
  
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• Amazon's New Echo Buds Have 2 Key Features Missing From Other Cheap Earbuds - CNET

  06-07-2023 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Amazon's stick-style AirPods 3 alternative, the Echo Buds 2023, are on sale for $35 in an early Prime Day deal. Here's what makes them special.
  
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• How to delete saved addresses and credit cards in Firefox for improved security and privacy

  06-07-2023 11:29 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking to get the most out of Firefox security and privacy, you might consider not only deleting all saved addresses and credit cards but also disabling the autofill option.
  
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• ‘It’s fun to cook up the stupidest idea’: the people competing to make the worst computer games possible

  06-07-2023 11:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The annual Crap Games Competition has been bringing Spectrum fans together for more than 25 years. It all began with an April fool’s joke in a magazine called Your Sinclair …Retro video games have never been more popular, mostly because gamers have never been older. The home-computer generation of players are now in their 40s and 50s, and as we get older, we’re spending more time down memory lane. Who wouldn’t want to replay the classics of their youth on mini versions o
  
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• Best podcasts of the week: Inside the IVF clinic that caused women unimaginable pain – then denied it

  06-07-2023 10:45 via theguardian.com
  
  In this week’s newsletter: The Serial makers reveal the agony female patients were put through at the Yale Fertility Center in The Retrievals. Plus: five of the best podcasts about human connectionDon’t get Hear Here delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereStirring It Up With Andi and Miquita Oliver
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  It’s no surprise that mother-and-daughter duo Andi and Miquita Oliver have cooked up the feelgood podcast of the summer. The immersive episodes see th
  
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