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• Long Live the King: Chevrolet's Affordable Bolt EV Will Return - CNET

  25-07-2023 23:46 via cnet.com
  
  The upcoming Bolt will be built on GM's Ultium EV technology, promising improvements to range, charging speed and tech.
  
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• Which OTC Hearing Aids Are the Best Deal? We Do the Math - CNET

  25-07-2023 23:41 via cnet.com
  
  We did the math on price, lifespan and other factors to find out which over-the-counter hearing aids are worth buying.
  
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• Netflix Games: These Titles Arrived in July - CNET

  25-07-2023 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  Here’s how you can access these games and more with a Netflix subscription.
  
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• Rook No Further, The Queen's Gambit Chess Is Now on Netflix Games - CNET

  25-07-2023 22:36 via cnet.com
  
  You can play this game and others for free with a Netflix subscription.
  
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• The Pricey Dragon Home Theater System Now Costs Even More - CNET

  25-07-2023 22:35 via cnet.com
  
  Nakamichi's premium system will now cost $3,899 -- $400 more than originally planned.
  
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• The official ChatGPT app for Android finally launches

  25-07-2023 22:21 via zdnet.com
  
  The new Android flavor of OpenAI's popular chat app works the same as its iOS counterpart, which rolled out in May.
  
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• This handy webcam has a built-in ring light, and it's 50% off right now

  25-07-2023 22:05 via zdnet.com
  
  The Razer Kiyo webcam has been serving me well for a long time and, at a highly discounted price, it could do the same for you.
  
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• Best 6-Month CD Rates for July 2023 - CNET

  25-07-2023 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Short-term CD rates may not get much better, experts say. If you're eyeing a 6-month CD, now's the time to lock in a high rate.
  
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• Trader Joe's or Aldi: Which Store Has the Better Deals? - CNET

  25-07-2023 21:45 via cnet.com
  
  We compared 40 common grocery items to see which fan-favorite supermarket is the easiest on your budget.
  
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• Threads Just Added a 'Following' Tab. Here's How to Use it - CNET

  25-07-2023 21:37 via cnet.com
  
  You can now limit your Threads feed to chronological posts from only the people you follow. Meta promises more in-demand features are on the way, too.
  
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• More Banks Boosted Savings Rates to 5% APY or Higher This Week - CNET

  25-07-2023 21:34 via cnet.com
  
  Experts expect savings rates to remain high for now. Here's what you need to know.
  
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• How to run multiple Linux commands at once

  25-07-2023 21:18 via zdnet.com
  
  When you finally start working with the Linux command line, you'll find numerous ways to make the process more efficient. By running two or more commands at once, you'll not have to wait until one finishes to start the next.
  
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• Watch Our Samsung Unpacked Watch Party: Reacting Live to the New Galaxy Reveals - CNET

  25-07-2023 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  CNET's watch party will kick off one hour before Samsung Unpacked, and will wrap with a postshow covering the new devices.
  
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• Join Our Galaxy Unpacked Viewing Party: We React Live to the New Samsung Reveals - CNET

  25-07-2023 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  CNET's watch party will kick off one hour before Samsung Unpacked, and will wrap with a post-show covering the new devices.
  
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• The Best Places to Buy Glasses Online for 2023 - CNET

  25-07-2023 21:02 via cnet.com
  
  Finding stylish and affordable glasses is now easier than ever. We've tested the top online retailers to help you choose the right prescription glasses for your needs.
  
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• How Google's latest AI model is generating music from your brain activity

  25-07-2023 19:59 via zdnet.com
  
  The music you're listening to creates specific brain patterns that AI can use to generate that same sound. Listen for yourself.
  
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• Google's new AI model generates music from your brain activity. Listen for yourself

  25-07-2023 19:59 via zdnet.com
  
  The music you listen to creates specific brain patterns that AI can use to generate that same sound. Here's how.
  
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• ‘Ultra-rare’ pair of Apple trainers on sale for $50,000

  25-07-2023 19:40 via theguardian.com
  
  Sotheby’s selling one of firm’s most obscure products, thought to have been custom-made for employeesOne lucky shopper with US men’s 10.5-size feet and $50,000 (£38,969) to spare will be able to buy one of Apple’s earliest and most obscure products – trainers.The auction house Sotheby’s is selling the “ultra-rare” Apple-branded trainers, which are believed to have been custom-made for employees in the late 80s or early 90s, on its website. Co
  
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• I read the news today, oh bot! AI-generated anchors are making headlines in India

  25-07-2023 19:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Meet Lisa, a multilingual chatbot who reads the news headlines in India. What, you don't care for her monotone voice? Change the channel! Sana is the other network's AI-generated news anchor.
  
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• AI-generated news anchors are making headlines in India

  25-07-2023 19:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Meet Lisa, a multilingual chatbot who reads the news headlines in India. What, you don't care for her monotone voice? Change the channel! Sana is the other network's AI-generated news anchor.
  
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• AI-generated anchors are making headlines in India

  25-07-2023 19:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Meet Lisa, a multilingual chatbot who reads the news headlines in India. What, you don't care for her monotone voice? Change the channel! Sana is the other network's AI-generated news anchor.
  
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• Denon Preps Two New 8K Receivers Under $700 - CNET

  25-07-2023 19:20 via cnet.com
  
  The Denon AVR-S770H and AVR-S670H are new for 2023 and each include six HDMI inputs.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Plus Review: Android Tablet Excellence on the Go - CNET

  25-07-2023 19:04 via cnet.com
  
  Editor's Choice: The Tab S8 Plus has almost all of the features of its Ultra linemate but at a size that's better for work and play.
  
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• A Daily Dose of Vitamin D Is More Powerful Than You Think. Here's What to Know - CNET

  25-07-2023 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  Vitamin D can do wonders for your physical and mental health. Here's how to get more and things to consider before you start.
  
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• Your Future Phone Could Have a Replaceable Battery. Here's How It Could Work - CNET

  25-07-2023 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  A phone with a replaceable battery sounds great, and legislation aims to make it so. But the reality is complicated, according to a company already selling one.
  
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• Lenovo Legion Tower 5i review: mid-range to the max

  25-07-2023 18:55 via techradar.com
  
  Lenovo Legion Tower 5i: One-minute review
  The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i is quite a machine. It might not be some premium desktop that defies labels, but it’s a solid, good-looking desktop that does what it’s supposed to and does it quite well. On top of that, the price is pretty good.Being a mid-range desktop, it does have a few flaws such as the limitations that are inherent in mid-range hardware. Well, and some bloatware that I’ll mention later on. But, you shouldn’t expec
  
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• The best iPads for college students in 2023: Expert tested and reviewed

  25-07-2023 18:50 via zdnet.com
  
  From taking notes and Zoom calls to completing a graphic design project, these are the best iPads college students can buy, according to ZDNET's testing.
  
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• What is a Linux bash script and how do you create one?

  25-07-2023 18:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Bash scripts have been around since the humble beginnings of Linux. But what are they and how do you create your first one? Find the answers to those questions here.
  
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• Plank vs. Zenhaven: Latex Mattress Review and Comparison video - CNET

  25-07-2023 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  Owen Poole, a certified sleep science coach, compares two latex flippable beds, Plank Firm Natural and Zenhaven. Owen goes in-depth on the construction, firmness and feel of each bed, and gives his verdict on which kind of mattress you might prefer.
  
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• Glowforge Is Taking On the Crafting World With Its New Aura Laser Cutter - CNET

  25-07-2023 18:04 via cnet.com
  
  It's all the things people love about Glowforge in a smaller, considerably more affordable package.
  
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• 6 Handy Black-Owned Apps You Should Download Now - CNET

  25-07-2023 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Tap in and get help finding resources for travel, food, wellness and more.
  
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• Mix and match MacBook Pro? Patent suggests a modular future for Apple's laptop

  25-07-2023 17:58 via zdnet.com
  
  A newly granted patent describes the base of a computing device that supports multiple components -- such as displays or keyboards -- via magnet attachment.
  
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• 4 ways to avoid clicking malicious links that everyone online should know

  25-07-2023 17:56 via zdnet.com
  
  Clicking on a single malicious link could lead to malicious software being installed on our your computer. But how do you avoid such a fate? Here are a few tips.
  
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• Verizon's Home Internet Business Continues To Be Bright Spot As Company Reports Earnings - CNET

  25-07-2023 17:41 via cnet.com
  
  Home internet remains a growth area for the carrier.
  
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• Spotify raises premium subscription price for millions

  25-07-2023 17:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  For the first time since 2011, the firm lifts the cost of a single-account premium subscription.
  
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• Surviving a Heart Attack in Hot Weather: Expert Advice to Save a Life - CNET

  25-07-2023 17:07 via cnet.com
  
  Here's what to do if you or a loved one is having a heart attack.
  
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• Save $101 on This Portable Jackery Power Station and Charge Your Devices Anywhere - CNET

  25-07-2023 17:05 via cnet.com
  
  The Jackery Explorer 240 was already our favorite affordable solar generator, and right now you can pick it up for even less.
  
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• Don't wait for your iPhone to automatically install this iOS update - do it now

  25-07-2023 17:01 via zdnet.com
  
  iOS 16.6 contains patches for over two dozen security issues, including two that are currently being exploited by hackers.
  
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• ‘Ice cream so good’: How are TikTok creators making money from bizarre gestures and phrases on a loop?

  25-07-2023 17:00 via theguardian.com
  
  A new trend is seeing some creators impersonating NPCs, or video game characters that aren’t controlled by playersGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailRafqa, I tend not to overthink TikTok trends too much. Really I’m just scrolling to watch food videos. But I saw a video of a girl acting like a video game character in a loop, and the absurdity got me curious. What on earth are TikTok users doing?I’m not surprised this one sucked you in. So, creators are streaming to their
  
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• iOS 16.6: You Should Download the Latest iPhone Update Now - CNET

  25-07-2023 16:54 via cnet.com
  
  The update patches a few security issues that might be actively exploited.
  
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• Rare Apple computer trainers on sale for $50,000

  25-07-2023 16:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The iconic pair were a limited edition made in the 1990s only for employees.
  
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• Opera's Battery Saver mode is yet another reason why you should switch to this fantastic browser

  25-07-2023 16:38 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest versions of the Opera web browser include a battery-saver function that can help give your laptop battery an assist in making it through the day (or at least until you can find an outlet).
  
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• Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro and get Microsoft Office bundled in for just $50

  25-07-2023 16:21 via zdnet.com
  
  This limited-time deal offers a lifetime license to Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Office Pro to improve your computer's security and work features.
  
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• HP Omen 25L review: solid 1080p gaming in a monolith-like case

  25-07-2023 16:18 via techradar.com
  
  HP Omen 25L: One-minute review
  As long as you’re not looking for cutting-edge gaming, the HP Omen 25L is more than enough for your needs. This gaming PC has a lot to offer for anyone willing to mostly stick to 1080p gaming. While we’ve reviewed a robust configuration here, just about any version of this PC will give you great results whether you’re escaping futuristic police in Cyberpunk 2077 or commanding fantastical armies in Total War: Warhammer III.Whether it’s among
  
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• Bing AI chat expands to Chrome and Safari for select users

  25-07-2023 16:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Until now, you could chat with Bing AI only in Microsoft Edge and the Bing app.
  
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• The 42 Best Shows on Disney+ Right Now

  25-07-2023 16:00
  
  From Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire to Secret Invasion, here's everything you should be watching on Disney+.
  
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• How UPS workers' big contract win could impact Amazon

  25-07-2023 15:59 via zdnet.com
  
  We explore the ripple effect of UPS's union activities and their potential impact on Amazon.
  
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• How a UPS strike could impact your Amazon deliveries

  25-07-2023 15:59 via zdnet.com
  
  We explore the ripple effect of UPS's union activities and their potential impact on Amazon.
  
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• Twitter headquarters left with half a sign as police interrupt

  25-07-2023 15:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The microblogging firm pauses removal of its name at San Francisco HQ after changing its brand to X.
  
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• New cryptocurrency offers users tokens for scanning their eyeballs

  25-07-2023 15:47 via theguardian.com
  
  Worldcoin, launched by CEO of ChatGPT developer OpenAI, says scheme will distinguish between ‘verified humans’ and AIMembers of the public are being invited to have their eyeballs scanned by a silver orb as part of cryptocurrency project that aims to use biometric verification to distinguish humans from AI systems.People signing up to the Worldcoin scheme via an app this week will receive a “genesis grant” of 25 tokens, equivalent to about £40, after having their ir
  
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