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• Mortgage Rates Surge Past 7%... Again. What This Means for Homebuyers - CNET

  17-08-2023 23:28 via cnet.com
  
  Mortgage rates hit their highest level in more than two decades, making it even harder for prospective buyers.
  
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• Philips Hue Tap Dial Switch review

  17-08-2023 22:42 via techradar.com
  
  One-minute review
  Aimed at those looking for a more capable switch for their smart lighting, the Tap Dial Switch is a serious upgrade over the smaller, simpler (and cheaper) Philips Hue wireless dimmer switch. There are four buttons, each programable with up to two commands, plus a rotating dial that can be set to dim anything from one bulb to your entire home.Available in white and black, the Tap Dial Switch is wireless, battery powered and connected magnetically to a wall-mountable base plate
  
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• This new ZAGG stylus is a cheaper, more colorful Apple Pencil alternative

  17-08-2023 22:23 via zdnet.com
  
  iPad owners looking to save money could bypass the Apple Pencil and get the ZAGG Pro Stylus 2 instead.
  
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• Grab these Adobe Photoshop alternatives for just $13 at Newegg

  17-08-2023 22:19 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking for an alternative to Adobe Creative Cloud? Corel PaintShop Pro and AfterShot Pro 3 let you sketch, paint, and edit photos just like in Photoshop and Lightroom, for way less money.
  
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• New York City just banned TikTok on government devices. Here's why

  17-08-2023 22:14 via zdnet.com
  
  New York City government officials announced that city employees have 30 days to delete TikTok from city-owned devices.
  
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• Learn how to create a ChatGPT AI bot with this course bundle

  17-08-2023 22:11 via zdnet.com
  
  Upgrade your AI skills with this ChatGPT and Python coding bundle deal.
  
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• No, Your Screen Isn't Dirty, That's Just the New X App Logo - CNET

  17-08-2023 21:18 via cnet.com
  
  The bird logo is gone, and the new app logo just looks unwell.
  
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• This simple trick disables ads in Gmail - but there's a catch

  17-08-2023 20:48 via zdnet.com
  
  If you depend on Gmail for your email communication, but you're tired of seeing ads in your inbox, there's a simple way to get rid of them, though it may mean swapping one problem for another.
  
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• Twitch to provide new blocking powers to combat online abuse

  17-08-2023 20:35 via theguardian.com
  
  Users on the platform used mainly by gamers will be able to stop others viewing their streamsThe live video streaming company Twitch will allow users to prevent blocked or banned users from viewing their streams, in a move designed to counter harassment on the platform.The popular streaming service, mostly used to watch others playing video games, will launch the new feature in September.In the UK and Ireland, Samaritans can be contacted on freephone 116 123, or by emailing [email protected] or
  
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• Pick the Perfect Glasses for Your Face: Shape, Skin Tone and More - CNET

  17-08-2023 20:34 via cnet.com
  
  Picking out new glasses is hard, and choice overload is a thing. Here's how to pick the ideal frames for your face.
  
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• Build a Kingdom One Puzzle at a Time in This Apple Arcade Game - CNET

  17-08-2023 20:05 via cnet.com
  
  You can play this game and many others on Apple Arcade.
  
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• Hisense U8K Series TV review: Mini-LED magic at a strikingly low price

  17-08-2023 20:00 via techradar.com
  
  Hisense U8K Series TV: Three-minute review
  I was very impressed with the Hisense U8H series TV when I reviewed it in 2022, mostly due to its very good overall picture quality and low price. The U8H was undoubtedly great value for a mini-LED TV, many of which are priced at the level where you might be inclined to consider one of the best OLED TVs instead.While the U8H was Hisense’s only mini-LED offering at the time, the company has doubled-down on the tech for its 2023 lineup. The U8K mode
  
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• Over 1.5M Dehumidifiers Recalled for Fire Hazards: Check Your Model Number - CNET

  17-08-2023 19:34 via cnet.com
  
  The recalled dehumidifiers were sold under brands including GE, Kenmore and SoleusAir.
  
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• Blasphemous 2 review - a bleeding miracle

  17-08-2023 19:29 via techradar.com
  
  Review informationPlatform reviewed: PS5Available on: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PCRelease date: August 24 
  Blasphemous 2 is poetically bloody and tragically beautiful, from the angelic scenery and golden light at the highest points of the Crown of Towers down to the hidden caverns found in the tangled and thorny groves of Repose of the Silent One. You’ll encounter twisted creatures around every corner of the classic Metroidvania, but even if they have skin dripping fr
  
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• The best headphones of 2023: Expert reviewed and compared

  17-08-2023 19:18 via zdnet.com
  
  These top headphones turn your ordinary music- or podcast-listening sessions into surround sound experiences.
  
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• Google DeepMind testing ‘personal life coach’ AI tool

  17-08-2023 18:57 via theguardian.com
  
  AI experts cite ethical concerns over relationships humans may develop with such chatbotsThe next time you lie in bed and absent-mindedly ask your old friend Google for a piece of life advice, don’t be surprised if it speaks back to you.
  DeepMind, the tech firm’s artificial intelligence arm, has announced it is testing a new tool that could soon become a “personal life coach”.The project will use generative AI to perform at least 21 different types of personal and profess
  
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• This 4-in-1 charging cable from Nomad means I'm never without the right cable

  17-08-2023 18:56 via zdnet.com
  
  Nomad's 'universal' cable is also covered in double-braided Kevlar for extra durability.
  
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• Grab LG's Latest High-End C3 OLED TV for Over $650 Off at Amazon - CNET

  17-08-2023 18:56 via cnet.com
  
  This is the latest generation of LG's top-rated C Series, and you can snag the 65-inch model for $1,947 right now.
  
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• SwitchBot Bot review

  17-08-2023 18:38 via techradar.com
  
  One-minute review
  The Bot by SwitchBot is a matchbox-sized device with a robotic arm that moves up and down when triggered by a smartphone app or voice assistant. This means the little robot can press the buttons of devices and household appliances that wouldn't usually be "smart" or remotely controlled – including light switches.Stick the Bot to the switch and, with a fair bit of trial-and-error, the motorized arm will push down the switch and pull it back up again. It does this using an
  
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• DreamCloud Premier Mattress Review video - CNET

  17-08-2023 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  Owen Poole, a certified sleep science coach, reviews DreamCloud's midtier Premier mattress. Owen explains the construction, firmness and feel of the bed. He also gives his verdict on who might be interested in the Premier mattress.
  
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• The Best Stores for Your Back-to-School Wardrobe in 2023 - CNET

  17-08-2023 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  In need of new clothes for the school year but don't know where to start? Here are the best stores for your back-to-school wardrobe in 2023.
  
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• Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro review: a big performer with a small price tag

  17-08-2023 18:00 via techradar.com
  
  Nubia Red Magic 8S Pro: Two-minute review
  Nubia’s Red Magic sub-brand has been churning out potent gaming phones with surprisingly low price tags for a few years now, and on a pretty frequent schedule. The last Red Magic phone we covered in detail was the Red Magic 7S Pro, but there’s been a Red Magic 8 Pro since then.In truth, you don’t need to worry about catching up on what the Red Magic 8 Pro had to offer, because the Red Magic 8S Pro is very similar indeed. If there’
  
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• All-Electric 2024 ZDX Type S Is the Most Powerful Acura SUV Ever - CNET

  17-08-2023 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  The 325-mile Acura ZDX A-Spec hits the road next year alongside a 500-hp Type S model.
  
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• LG just rolled out a $1,000 briefcase TV, and it's weirdly compelling

  17-08-2023 17:45 via zdnet.com
  
  Who hasn't wanted to take their TV outside occasionally?
  
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• Holy Stone HS720R review

  17-08-2023 17:38 via techradar.com
  
  Two-minute review
  Beginner drones are improving all the time, with less expensive models slowly beginning to enjoy more advanced features previously only seen in higher-end models. The Holy Stone HS720R is the first Holy Stone model to feature a 3-axis mechanical gimbal that works alongside Electronic Image Stabilisation to produce smoother video, making it the best Holy Stone drone to date.The inescapable reality for companies in the drone world like Holy Stone, however, is that DJI reigns supr
  
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• New CrossOver 23 out for better Windows gameplay on MacOS, ChromeOS, and Linux

  17-08-2023 17:24 via zdnet.com
  
  For when you really, really need to run a Windows program, but you really, really can't stand Windows.
  
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• ‘I apologise for the confusion’: travel firm Tui launches AI tour guide

  17-08-2023 17:20 via theguardian.com
  
  Guardian test highlights ‘experimental’ nature of ChatGPT service being made available in Tui’s appHolidaymakers typically rely on experienced tour guides and local companies to recommend excursions to medieval castles and spectacular waterfalls, but the world’s biggest tour operator has said it will entrust the service to artificial intelligence instead.The German travel company Tui has started using ChatGPT in its app to provide holiday recommendations, in the latest si
  
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• Upgrade Your Kitchen With This $50 Bella Pro Series Air Fryer (Save $90) - CNET

  17-08-2023 17:12 via cnet.com
  
  This Best Buy bargain is only available today.
  
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• Razer BlackWidow V4 75% review: Razer's first hot-swappable keyboard makes a big splash

  17-08-2023 17:00 via techradar.com
  
  Razer BlackWidow V4 75%: Two-minute review
  The Razer BlackWidow V4 75% does what a lot of the best gaming keyboards do not by providing a little something for everyone. Anyone interested in getting into keyboard modding will have a blast messing with it, while gamers will love the tactile feel, versatility, and performance. Even if you’ll spend most of your time just typing up pages and pages of text, it offers a typing experience that’s up there with any of the best mechanical keybo
  
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• Razer BlackWidow V4 75% Review: Hot-Swappable Switches From a Familiar Brand - CNET

  17-08-2023 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  Its included Orange switches feel great for typing, and flipping them out for something zippier for gaming is super easy.
  
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• Google paves way for FIDO2 security keys that can resist quantum computer attacks

  17-08-2023 17:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Google wants your security keys to be up for the challenges that quantum computers will present.
  
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• Back to College: 4 Tips for Selecting a Student Credit Card - CNET

  17-08-2023 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  College is a time of firsts, but it's important to make informed decisions -- especially about your first credit card.
  
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• Brighten Up Your Home With Up to $60 Off Govee Smart Lighting and Much More - CNET

  17-08-2023 16:14 via cnet.com
  
  Amazon is offering deals on a huge selection of Govee smart home products, including lights, plugs, fans, heaters and other appliances.
  
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• Adobe Document Cloud review

  17-08-2023 16:12 via techradar.com
  
  Adobe Document Cloud, equipped with the industry's leading PDF and electronic signature solutions, can transform manual document processes into efficient digital workflows. It can swiftly handle documents, workflows, and tasks seamlessly across various screens and devices, regardless of location or time, and within your preferred Microsoft and enterprise applications. You can access your PDFs from anywhere and effortlessly share them with anyone. Utilizing Acrobat Pro DC, you can convenient
  
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• The great Flipper Zero shortage of 2023 has finally come to end

  17-08-2023 16:01 via zdnet.com
  
  I like everything about the Flipper Zero, except the way it was always out of stock, pushing buyers to overpriced third-party sellers.
  
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• Deal of the Day: Snag Up to $100 In Extra Savings When You Buy a Lenovo PC - CNET

  17-08-2023 16:01 via cnet.com
  
  You can grab a ton of discounted tech during the buy more, save more event at Lenovo right now.
  
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• Otter.ai partners with Slack to share meeting insights with your team

  17-08-2023 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The new application can take notes, assign action items, share insights, and more.
  
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• BMO CD and Savings Rates for August 2023 - CNET

  17-08-2023 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  The eighth-largest bank in North America offers competitive rates for some of its CDs and savings accounts under its US subsidiary.
  
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• Best Solar Shingles of August 2023 - CNET

  17-08-2023 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Solar shingles offer a different look from traditional solar panels. CNET ranks the best.
  
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• Best Rewards Credit Cards for August 2023 - CNET

  17-08-2023 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Reward credit cards can put some money back into your account every time you make a purchase.
  
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• Why You Should Buy a Cordless Vacuum Cleaner in 2023: 6 Obvious Reasons - CNET

  17-08-2023 14:30 via cnet.com
  
  Check out all the convenience of going cordless.
  
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• Netflix vs. Disney Plus: How to Pick Which Streaming Service Is Best for You - CNET

  17-08-2023 14:15 via cnet.com
  
  Exploring the differences between the platforms can help you decide if you only need one.
  
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• 'Jujutsu Kaisen' Season 2: How to Stream the Shibuya Incident Arc From Anywhere - CNET

  17-08-2023 14:15 via cnet.com
  
  After going on a brief hiatus, the anime series will return to screens this month.
  
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• 'Sexist' Amazon Alexa didn't answer Lionesses question

  17-08-2023 14:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Amazon admits error after voice assistant replied to semi-final query by saying there was no match.
  
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• Windows Copilot Preview: How to Manage Your PC With the AI Assistant video - CNET

  17-08-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Check out five useful things you can do with Windows Copilot in Windows 11 that make finding your way around your PC much easier and faster.
  
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• Mortgage Refinance Rates for August 17, 2023: Rates Tick Higher - CNET

  17-08-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Multiple key refinance rates trended upward this week. If you're shopping for the best refinance rate, now's a good time to assess your options.
  
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• Mortgage Refinance Rates for Aug. 17, 2023: Rates Tick Higher - CNET

  17-08-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Multiple key refinance rates trended upward this week. If you're shopping for the best refinance rate, now's a good time to assess your options.
  
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• Mortgage Interest Rates for August 17, 2023: Rates Move Up - CNET

  17-08-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week, a handful of major mortgage rates crept higher. As interest rates surge, it's getting more expensive to buy a house.
  
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• Mortgage Interest Rates for Aug. 17, 2023: Rates Move Up - CNET

  17-08-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week, a handful of major mortgage rates crept higher. As interest rates surge, it's getting more expensive to buy a house.
  
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• How I Used a Kill A Watt Meter to Hack How My Home Uses Energy - CNET

  17-08-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Odds are that your devices are wasting more energy and costing you more money than you're aware. A simple tool can help find the offenders in your outlets.
  
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