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• Netflix Makes It Easier to Give a Thumbs Rating on Mobile - CNET

  07-08-2023 23:54 via cnet.com
  
  Rating more titles improves your recommendations, Netflix says.
  
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• What Is a Virtual Power Plant? - CNET

  07-08-2023 23:52 via cnet.com
  
  Virtual power plants have the potential to completely change the way we meet our energy needs. Here's how.
  
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• Another One: Threads App Gets a New Update So You Can See Liked Posts - CNET

  07-08-2023 23:42 via cnet.com
  
  More upgrades are on the way, but this was a highly requested feature.
  
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• Zoom orders workers back to the office

  07-08-2023 23:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The company says staff living near offices should work in person at least twice a week.
  
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• PS5s Reportedly Melting USB Ports: Tips to Avoid Disaster - CNET

  07-08-2023 23:29 via cnet.com
  
  PS5 systems had been running non-stop during Evo, the world's largest fighting games tournament in Las Vegas.
  
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• What is a 'AI drift' and why is it making ChatGPT dumber?

  07-08-2023 23:25 via zdnet.com
  
  You may want to rethink using GPT-4, especially for math problems.
  
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• Google Search's Latest AI Feature Is a Grammar Checker. How to Use It - CNET

  07-08-2023 23:17 via cnet.com
  
  Google's latest AI tool is useful but not always correct.
  
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• The best laptop docking stations for 2023

  07-08-2023 22:30 via zdnet.com
  
  ZDNET compares the best laptop docking stations from Ugreen, Apple, Pluggable, and more so you can seamlessly upgrade your desk setup.
  
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• This Vision Pro accessory will turn any flat surface into a virtual trackpad. Here's how

  07-08-2023 22:19 via zdnet.com
  
  While the device is still in the patent stage, it has the potential to completely change the VR/AR experience.
  
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• The best large tablets of 2023: Big screens for back to school

  07-08-2023 22:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Not all devices need to be small for carrying to work or class. Samsung, Microsoft, and Apple offer tablets with big screens, ample storage, and awesome performance.
  
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• LK-99 Superconductor: Maybe a Breakthrough, Maybe Just New Hope - CNET

  07-08-2023 22:16 via cnet.com
  
  Experts push back against extraordinary claims of a room-temperature superconductor. But even a flop could open up new materials research pathways.
  
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• 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup: How to Livestream the Last Games of the Round of 16 - CNET

  07-08-2023 22:13 via cnet.com
  
  The USA may be done at this World Cup, but there are still two more games in the round of 16.
  
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• Best Cash-Back Apps - CNET

  07-08-2023 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Learn which cash-back apps make saving money on everyday purchases easier.
  
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• Sorry, Apple: This Logitech keyboard is my new go-to for the Mac

  07-08-2023 21:50 via zdnet.com
  
  Logitech's MX Keys Mini is not perfect, but for less than the Magic Keyboard, it delivers similar performance, backlighting, and linking to three devices.
  
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• 'Asteroid City' Streaming on Peacock: Release Date and Time - CNET

  07-08-2023 21:47 via cnet.com
  
  Here's how to watch the star-packed Wes Anderson movie from anywhere.
  
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• You Can Earn a $350 Bonus When You Sign Up for a New Capital One 360 Checking Account - CNET

  07-08-2023 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Bank account bonuses typically require you to jump through hoops, but Capital One’s newest offer is pretty easy to snag.
  
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• Save $100 On The Newly Announced X26 From Engwe: A 30MPH E-Bike With Huge Range - CNET

  07-08-2023 21:28 via cnet.com
  
  Engwe makes some excellent E-bikes and their newest machine, the X26, is currently $100 off for release.
  
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• Save $100 on the New Engwe X26, a 30 MPH E-Bike With Huge Range - CNET

  07-08-2023 21:28 via cnet.com
  
  Engwe makes some excellent e-bikes and its newest machine, the X26, is currently $100 off for release.
  
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• These Crucial portable SSD drives are up to 60% off on Amazon

  07-08-2023 20:41 via zdnet.com
  
  If you need large amounts of external storage with blazing-fast read speeds, a Crucial drive might be just what you're looking for. You can pick these up on Amazon at nearly 60% off the retail price.
  
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• Don’t Skip These Security Features When Shopping Around for a New Bank Account - CNET

  07-08-2023 20:30 via cnet.com
  Multifactor authentication and more – here’s what to look for as you search for a bank that can keep your information as safe as possible.
  
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• Best Credit Cards for Streaming Services - CNET

  07-08-2023 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  With the number of popular shows always increasing, these cards can offer a little relief to streaming subscription price creep.
  
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• Fitbod app review: A personal trainer in your pocket

  07-08-2023 19:56 via techradar.com
  
  It’d be fair to say that there are a lot of fitness apps on the App Store, and that’s no bad thing – fitness apps, like workout and diet plans, aren’t a “one size fits all” affair. There are a lot of nuances, whether you’re working out daily, or grabbing a few minutes when you can.Enter Fitbod, an app that has been gaining a steady reputation in the fitness community, and one we recommended as part of our look at integrating tech into a weightlifting rou
  
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• Amazon's Blazing-Fast Fire TV Stick 4K Max Is Over Half Off Right Now - CNET

  07-08-2023 19:38 via cnet.com
  
  You can snag it on sale for just $27, which is the best price we've seen outside of Prime Day.
  
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• The best stylus pens of 2023: Top picks for back to school

  07-08-2023 19:37 via zdnet.com
  
  The best stylus pens have high-tech features like palm reduction, tilt sensing, and shading to make touchscreen devices more interactive to work and study on.
  
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• The 20 Coolest Halloween Decorations You Can Buy Now - CNET

  07-08-2023 19:36 via cnet.com
  
  You don't have to wait until October to grab cool Halloween decorations for your home. These are the best options you can snatch up for spooky season today.
  
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• Google can now check your grammar - sometimes

  07-08-2023 19:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Google Search now uses artificial intelligence to help you write grammatically-correct sentences. But it also proves that English is hard, even for AI.
  
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• The Mystery of Chernobyl’s Post-Invasion Radiation Spikes

  07-08-2023 18:32
  
  Soon after Russian troops invaded Ukraine in February 2022, sensors in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone reported radiation spikes. A researcher now believes he’s found evidence the data was manipulated.
  
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• Get 20TB of cloud storage for life for only $100 right now

  07-08-2023 18:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Stop worrying about running out of space or losing your files with this lifetime cloud storage deal.
  
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• The best RAM of 2023: Top memory upgrades for work and gaming

  07-08-2023 18:22 via zdnet.com
  
  Upgrading your laptop or desktop's RAM is an affordable and simple way to improve performance for both work and gaming.
  
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• Save $160 When Upgrading to Windows 11 Pro With This StackSocial Deal - CNET

  07-08-2023 18:20 via cnet.com
  
  You can make the switch Microsoft's latest and greatest OS for just $40 right now.
  
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• Threads is adding the two most user-requested features

  07-08-2023 18:17 via zdnet.com
  
  The Twitter rival had a huge launch, but users quickly began falling away. Can these features bring them back?
  
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• iPhone 15 Rumored September Launch Date Creeps Closer - CNET

  07-08-2023 18:17 via cnet.com
  
  Apple is prepared to launch its next iPhone in mid-September, according to Bloomberg.
  
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• This Versatile 14-in-1 Ninja Multicooker Is $130 Off for Today Only - CNET

  07-08-2023 18:04 via cnet.com
  
  Why settle for an air fryer when you can get an air fryer, pressure cooker, steamer and much more -- all in one compact appliance.
  
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• Zorin OS 16.3 is now available and ready to make using Linux even easier

  07-08-2023 18:01 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking for what might well be the most polished and user-friendly Linux distribution on the market, Zorin OS has a new release for you that covers all the bases.
  
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• Beyond Hearing Loss, Noise Is an Unspoken Health Threat - CNET

  07-08-2023 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Stress, inflammation, sleep disruptions and heart problems are the physical consequences of too much sound. Here are the impacts and tips for reducing the burden.
  
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• How to set up and use Meta's Threads as a Windows 11 desktop app

  07-08-2023 17:37 via zdnet.com
  
  With a little time and effort, you can turn Threads into a Windows 11 app through which you can read and write posts.
  
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• Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for just $40 right now (price drop)

  07-08-2023 17:16 via zdnet.com
  
  Save $160 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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• Google's Pixel 7 Knocked Back Down to All-Time Low Price at Amazon - CNET

  07-08-2023 17:12 via cnet.com
  
  You can get your hands on an unlocked model for just $449 right now, with no trade-in or service plan required.
  
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• I Compared the Cost of 48 Items at Trader Joe's and a Typical Grocery Store - CNET

  07-08-2023 17:08 via cnet.com
  
  Here's how much you'll save shopping at the beloved discount grocery chain.
  
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• What is the dark web? Everything you need to know before you access it

  07-08-2023 17:07 via zdnet.com
  
  Here is our comprehensive guide to the dark web and what you need to know about this layer of the internet.
  
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• Eat These 7 Foods to Get the Best Sleep of Your Life - CNET

  07-08-2023 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  What you eat leading up to bedtime can influence how well you sleep at night.
  
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• Citizen Sleeper 2: learning to live on the edge of a corporate war

  07-08-2023 17:00 via theguardian.com
  
  Like sea mines washing up on the beaches of the Black Sea, the consequences of someone else’s war keep arriving in the lives of this science-fiction game’s charactersIn any other game, two mega corporations obliterating each other in a galactic war would be the story’s focus. But in Citizen Sleeper 2, the conflict between Conway and Senetstat at the centre of the Helion System is background noise. “Citizen Sleeper is a game about the periphery,” designer Gareth Dami
  
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• Fedora Linux on M-powered Macs will be here shortly

  07-08-2023 16:32 via zdnet.com
  
  Fedora, a mature desktop Linux, will be available by the end of the month on your Apple M1 or M2 Macs.
  
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• 3 Windows troubleshooting tools you should know (and how to use them)

  07-08-2023 16:31 via zdnet.com
  
  If your PC is misbehaving, there's a good chance that one of these free tools can help you figure out why. And they're all included with every Windows installation.
  
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• 3 essential Windows tools for troubleshooting (and how to use them)

  07-08-2023 16:31 via zdnet.com
  
  If your PC is misbehaving, there's a good chance that one of these free tools can help you figure out why. And they're all included with every Windows installation.
  
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• Students and Teachers Can Score Extra Savings on Samsung's Latest Phones and More - CNET

  07-08-2023 16:17 via cnet.com
  
  Combining these exclusive education discounts with Samsung's trade-in offers add up to some serious savings, and could even get you the new Z Flip 5 for free.
  
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• 8 Best Places to Get Your Groceries Delivered Online in 2023 - CNET

  07-08-2023 15:57 via cnet.com
  
  Knock a big one off of that weekly to-do list with a few clicks and have the grocery store come to you.
  
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• 5 ways to boost your skills and increase your career opportunities

  07-08-2023 15:52 via zdnet.com
  
  If you want to climb the career ladder, you'll have to keep your skills fresh. Here's how to keep learning new capabilities.
  
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• You Can Save $100 a Year Just by Unplugging a Few Appliances - CNET

  07-08-2023 15:45 via cnet.com
  
  To pocket some extra change, simply unplug these appliances when you're not using them.
  
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• Best 4K TV Deals: Up to $1,000 Off Samsung, LG, And Other Major Brands - CNET

  07-08-2023 15:36 via cnet.com
  
  Now is your chance to add a gorgeous new 4K TV to your home setup without breaking the bank to do it.
  
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