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• The IRS Is Aiming to Go Paperless by 2025 - CNET

  02-08-2023 22:51 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS says its new Paperless Processing Initiative will cut processing times in half and expedite refunds by several weeks.
  
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• The best iPad apps for productivity in 2023: Get prepared for back to school

  02-08-2023 22:38 via zdnet.com
  
  You can use these top iPad apps for tasks like filling out your calendar, collaborating on emails, and keeping your schoolwork under control.
  
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• Don’t Wait for Another Fed Rate Hike. Experts Say Now is the Time to Lock In a Long-Term CD - CNET

  02-08-2023 22:30 via cnet.com
  
  Rates may be as good as they’re going to get for the long haul.
  
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• Could AI disclaimers on Instagram help you spot AI-generated influencers?

  02-08-2023 22:26 via zdnet.com
  
  Generative AI can create hyperrealistic photos and videos, but not everyone can detect AI-generated content with their eyes alone.
  
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• Incandescent Lightbulb Ban: Here's What You Need to Know - CNET

  02-08-2023 22:03 via cnet.com
  
  New regulations from the Department of Energy this month have ended the sale of most incandescent lightbulbs in the US.
  
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• Incandescent Light Bulb Ban: Here's What You Need to Know - CNET

  02-08-2023 22:03 via cnet.com
  
  New regulations from the Department of Energy this month have ended the sale of most incandescent light bulbs in the US.
  
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• Jumbo CDs: What Are They and What Makes Them So Big? - CNET

  02-08-2023 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Jumbo CDs earn their name thanks to their oversized deposit requirements. But are they worth their size?
  
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• How to use StandBy Mode on iOS 17 (and which iPhones support it)

  02-08-2023 21:51 via zdnet.com
  
  The upcoming iOS 17 feature turns your iPhone into an ambient smart display. Here's what you'll need to get started.
  
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• LinkedIn is testing Microsoft's AI art generator to design your posts. Here's how it works

  02-08-2023 21:01 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft Designer, a Canva competitor, will allow users to generate unique visual posts right on LinkedIn.
  
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• Prevent Package Theft: 5 Smart Home Devices to Protect Your Deliveries - CNET

  02-08-2023 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  These gadgets will help you keep an eye on your porch, even when you aren't home.
  
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• AI can conduct breast cancer screenings in less time than humans but just as well, study finds

  02-08-2023 21:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Would you trust AI with your next mammography?
  
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• 5 Back-to-School Fitness Essentials for a Healthy School Year - CNET

  02-08-2023 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Back-to-school is right around the corner. Check out these fitness gadgets that'll help you stay healthy during the school year.
  
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• The best security cameras of 2023: Expert reviewed

  02-08-2023 20:51 via zdnet.com
  
  The top home security cameras are easy to set up and equipped with motion detection, sirens, night vision and more to make for a safer and smarter home.
  
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• The best laptops of 2023: Top picks for students and professionals

  02-08-2023 20:49 via zdnet.com
  
  t's back-to-school time already. If you're a parent or student looking for an upgrade or a first-time laptop, we've got you covered with tested picks.
  
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• Bing Chat now has the highly-requested dark mode. Here's how to turn it on

  02-08-2023 20:44 via zdnet.com
  
  With a click of a button, Bing Chat's whole user interface instantly becomes easier on the eyes.
  
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• Get 20TB of cloud storage for life for only $100

  02-08-2023 20:18 via zdnet.com
  
  Never worry about running out of space or losing your files again with this lifetime cloud storage deal.
  
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• The best LastPass alternatives of 2023: Manage your passwords

  02-08-2023 20:12 via zdnet.com
  
  Leaving LastPass? Our top password manager picks have strong security, easy-to-use features, and multi-platform support.
  
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• The best cheap tablets of 2023: Budget picks for students

  02-08-2023 20:00 via zdnet.com
  
  You don't have to spend a fortune to get a quality tablet for back to school. For under $400, the best cheap tablets offer high-end features like excellent retina display and battery life.
  
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• Get Microsoft Office with training courses for $35 with this back-to-school sale

  02-08-2023 20:00 via zdnet.com
  
  This deal gives you a lifetime license to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more, along with helpful training courses so you can get the most out of Office.
  
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• Credit Card Competition Act Won't End Rewards Programs, Says One Financial Expert. Here's Why - CNET

  02-08-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  There's a lot of noise about how the CCC Act may or may not disrupt credit card rewards. Here's what you need to know.
  
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• The best tablets of 2023: For back to school and beyond

  02-08-2023 19:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Our tested picks for top tablets will help you choose the best one for your needs this back-to-school season.
  
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• LK-99 Superconductor: Maybe a Breakthrough, Maybe Not So Much - CNET

  02-08-2023 19:42 via cnet.com
  
  Experts are pushing back against extraordinary claims of a room-temperature superconductor. Here's what the lab results mean and why we need time to sort things out.
  
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• CDs vs. Bonds: Which Is a Better Investment for You? - CNET

  02-08-2023 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  CDs and bonds are low-risk options to grow your money, but you’ll need to evaluate your investing goals to determine which one is better for your portfolio.
  
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• Twitter Blue subscribers can now hide their infamous checkmarks. Here's how

  02-08-2023 18:52 via zdnet.com
  
  Don't want people to know that you pay for Twitter Blue, aka X Blue? You can now put the kibosh on the checkmark.
  
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• Google's AI-Powered Search Will Show Video to Help Answer Your Questions - CNET

  02-08-2023 18:44 via cnet.com
  
  The Search Generative Experience will soon incorporate relevant videos in response to user queries.
  
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• Google's AI-Powered Search Will Now Show Images and Video to Answer Your Questions - CNET

  02-08-2023 18:44 via cnet.com
  
  The Search Generative Experience will soon incorporate more images and video.
  
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• Buying a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5? This should be the first app you download

  02-08-2023 18:37 via zdnet.com
  
  With a few taps and swipes, Samsung's Good Lock app fixed my biggest problem with the Galaxy Z Flip 5's Flex Window.
  
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• Mold in the Washing Machine? Kill It ASAP With This Trick - CNET

  02-08-2023 18:15 via cnet.com
  
  It's time to deep clean your washer today if it's wreaking havoc on your clothes.
  
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• YouTube TV Bundle Now Available for WOW Internet Customers - CNET

  02-08-2023 18:10 via cnet.com
  
  Get a discount when you bundle the streaming service.
  
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• Extreme Heat Threatens the Health of Unborn Babies

  02-08-2023 18:00
  
  Exposure to excessive heat during pregnancy has been linked to everything from preterm labor to low birth weight, and those risks are rising as the world warms.
  
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• Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for $50 right now

  02-08-2023 17:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Save $150 on a Microsoft Windows 11 Pro lifetime license to take your PC's security and work features to the next level.
  
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• X Corp sues anti-hate campaigners over Twitter research

  02-08-2023 17:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The firm behind X, as Twitter is now known, is suing the Center for Countering Digital Hate
  
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• The best computers of 2023: Laptops and desktops for students

  02-08-2023 17:52 via zdnet.com
  
  There's a huge selection of computers to choose from, so we compared Apple, Dell, Microsoft, and more to pick the best computers you can buy for back-to-school season.
  
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• The best sound systems of 2023: JBL, Klipsch, and more compared

  02-08-2023 17:48 via zdnet.com
  
  The top sound systems from brands like JBL, Klipsch, and Sonos bring music or movies to the next level with clear immersive audio and wireless capabilities.
  
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• Home Security Cheat Sheet: Expert Tips and Advice to Keep Your Home Safe - CNET

  02-08-2023 17:45 via cnet.com
  
  Curious about how to best monitor and secure your home? Start here.
  
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• MrBeast sues company behind his fast food chain over ‘inedible’ burgers

  02-08-2023 17:29
  
  YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson claims his reputation ‘irreparably harmed’ as customers complain of ‘revolting’ MrBeast burgersThe YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, more widely known as MrBeast, is suing the company behind his fast food chain MrBeast Burger for making “inedible” food.The lawsuit, filed on Monday, claims the company has “irreparably harmed” his reputation. He has asked a judge to give him the right to terminate the arrangement, claiming the compan
  
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• How to spot fake reviews online

  02-08-2023 17:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The BBC's Emma Vardy takes a look at UK companies using fake reviews to boost their online visibility.
  
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• 10 Heat-Fighting Amazon Products You Need This Summer - CNET

  02-08-2023 17:13 via cnet.com
  
  Stay safe and cool this summer with these products you can get on Amazon.
  
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• ‘It’s destroyed me completely’: Kenyan moderators decry toll of training of AI models

  02-08-2023 17:00
  
  Employees describe the psychological trauma of reading and viewing graphic content, low pay and abrupt dismissalsThe images pop up in Mophat Okinyi’s mind when he’s alone, or when he’s about to sleep.Okinyi, a former content moderator for Open AI’s ChatGPT in Nairobi, Kenya, is one of four people in that role who have filed a petition to the Kenyan government calling for an investigation into what they describe as exploitative conditions for contractors reviewing the cont
  
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• Best Prepaid Phone Plans for August 2023 - CNET

  02-08-2023 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  When it comes to finding a prepaid phone plan, traditional carriers like AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile aren't your only options. Here are our top picks for the best prepaid phone plans.
  
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• Best High-Yield Savings Accounts for August 2023 - CNET

  02-08-2023 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  Savings account rates are moving beyond 5% following the latest interest rate hike.
  
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• Do iOS updates wear out your iPhone's battery? The answer is not so obvious

  02-08-2023 16:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Every iOS update -- big or small -- generates a torrent of comments and complaints about battery degradation. But the real culprit is something else.
  
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• Grab This 2-Quart Ninja Air Fryer While It's Half Price - CNET

  02-08-2023 16:47 via cnet.com
  
  For just $40, you can grab a simple-to-use air fryer for quick snacks or small meals whenever you want.
  
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• It's Not Too Late For a Getaway With These Late Summer Travel Deals - CNET

  02-08-2023 16:22 via cnet.com
  
  Summer's not over yet, and these deals will have you traveling in style without breaking the bank.
  
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• Best Internet Deals for August 2023 - CNET

  02-08-2023 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Save on your home's broadband costs with promotional prices and limited-time offers from top providers.
  
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• Deal of the Day: Upgrade Your PS5 With This $140 2TB M.2 SSD Storage Deal (Save $130) - CNET

  02-08-2023 15:43 via cnet.com
  
  Grab this discounted solid-state drive from WD and get the most out of your next-gen console with this one-day deal.
  
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• Best Smart Speakers for 2023: We Tested Alexa, Google, Apple and Sonos - CNET

  02-08-2023 15:43 via cnet.com
  
  We spent hours and hours testing smart speakers side by side. These are the best of the best.
  
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• It Would Be a Mistake to Install Home Security Cameras in These 3 Locations - CNET

  02-08-2023 15:30 via cnet.com
  
  If you want to optimize your home security camera performance, then make sure you avoid placing cameras in these areas.
  
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• Is it Better to Build or Buy a House? - CNET

  02-08-2023 15:30 via cnet.com
  
  There aren't enough homes available for sale. Are you better off just building a new one? The answer depends on time and money.
  
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• $500 Amazon Discount Drops the Galaxy S22 Ultra Back Down to All-Time Low - CNET

  02-08-2023 15:24 via cnet.com
  
  This previous-gen powerhouse phone still has a ton to offer, and right now you can snag it for over 40% off.
  
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