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• Do You Have to Enroll in Medicare if You're 65 and Working? Everything You Need to Know - CNET

  04-09-2023 23:35 via cnet.com
  
  You must be 65 or older to get Medicare, but not all Americans are required to join.
  
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• Trouble Placing Your iPhone Cursor? Learn How to Use the iOS Hidden Keyboard Trackpad - CNET

  04-09-2023 22:35 via cnet.com
  
  This iOS hack makes it so much easier to type on your iPhone or iPad.
  
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• Find Hidden Netflix Treasures With This Simple Trick - CNET

  04-09-2023 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Outwit the Netflix algorithm with a little keyboard sorcery.
  
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• Best Jewelry Box for 2023 - CNET

  04-09-2023 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Misplaced your earrings again? Keep your jewelry safe with the best jewelry boxes that work for any budget.
  
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• Toss That Leftover Rice if You Don't Want to Risk Food Poisoning - CNET

  04-09-2023 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  Is leftover rice really a threat to your stomach? Experts and thousands of cases per year indicate yes.
  
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• The best laptop cooling pads of 2023

  04-09-2023 20:06 via zdnet.com
  
  These top laptop cooling pads can protect your laptop from overheating while working long hours.
  
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• Add Some Ambiance to Your Home With Factory Reconditioned Philips Smart Lights - CNET

  04-09-2023 19:39 via cnet.com
  
  Smart lights are an easy way add some convenience and personality to any room of your house, and right now you can grab some for less.
  
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• Samsung HW-Q800C review: the best-value Dolby Atmos soundbar in town

  04-09-2023 19:08 via techradar.com
  
  Samsung HW-Q800B: Two-minute review
  The Samsung HW-Q800C is the company's premium "convenience" soundbar from 2023, meaning that while it dispenses with the rear speakers and some of the size and power you get with Samsung’s flagship Q990C soundbar, its "bar-plus-subwoofer" package still offers more power and real channels – it claims 5.1.2 – than the majority of rival soundbars hovering around its official £749 / $699 / AU$799 price.The Samsung HW-Q800C supports Dolby At
  
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• Your State May Owe You Money. It Happened to Me. How to Check for Unclaimed Property - CNET

  04-09-2023 19:05 via cnet.com
  
  The average claimed amount in 2022 was more than $2,000. It's easy and free to check whether your state is holding money or unclaimed property that belongs to you.
  
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• Razer's Compact BlackWidow V3 Mechanical Keyboard Is 45% Off at Amazon - CNET

  04-09-2023 19:03 via cnet.com
  
  The BlackWidow V3 Mini Hyperspeed is one of our favorite gaming keyboards of 2023, and you can snag it on sale for $110 right now.
  
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• Climate Change Has Finally Come For Burning Man

  04-09-2023 18:59
  
  Unpredictable weather and delays following Hurricane Hilary turned the festival for ultra-wealthy techno-utopians and Hedonists into a literal quagmire. Welcome to the new normal.
  
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• Emergency Alert System Will Be Tested on Your Phone and TV in October - CNET

  04-09-2023 18:05 via cnet.com
  
  Heads up: You'll be getting emergency messages on Oct. 4.
  
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• Save Over $300 on This DJI Mini 3 Pro Drone Bundle at Amazon This Labor Day - CNET

  04-09-2023 17:51 via cnet.com
  
  The Mini 3 Pro is our favorite drone for content creators, and you can snag it -- along with some extras -- on sale for $845 right now.
  
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• Venice’s brave new world: my cosmic trip to Immersion Island and back

  04-09-2023 17:43
  
  On the Lazzaretto Vecchio, the small island home of Venice film festival’s Immersive section, I donned an XR headset and boldly went where most festivalgoers don’t Traditional cinema hogs the limelight at the Venice film festival but there’s an array of wilder delights just behind the main site. Hang a right past the PalaBiennale theatre and a boat whisks you across to the Lazzaretto Vecchio, the small island home of the event’s Venice Immersive section. It’s a two-
  
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• The best MagSafe battery packs of 2023: Expert tested and reviewed

  04-09-2023 17:24 via zdnet.com
  
  Recharge your dying phone battery with one of these top MagSafe battery packs.
  
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• The best backpacks of 2023: Top picks for school or travel

  04-09-2023 17:16 via zdnet.com
  
  The best backpacks will keep your belongings safe while also providing space for things like your laptop, smartphone, charger, and more.
  
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• Want to Protect your Amazon Echo? Avoid These 4 Locations - CNET

  04-09-2023 17:15 via cnet.com
  
  Alexa, where are the worst places to put my Echo?
  
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• Labor Day Discount on the Roomba i4 Evo Robot Vacuum Offers Nearly Half Off - CNET

  04-09-2023 16:43 via cnet.com
  
  You can pick it up for just $210 right now at Amazon, saving you $190 compared to the usual asking price.
  
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• The best small tablets of 2023: Top portable picks

  04-09-2023 16:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Not all devices need a big screen. You may want something small and portable. The best small tablets combine affordability, great battery life, and fast processors.
  
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• Best Labor Day deals: Last chance to save on TVs, phones, and more

  04-09-2023 16:14 via zdnet.com
  
  It's your last chance to enjoy the best Labor Day sales on tech and other products from Amazon, Best Buy, Newegg, and more.
  
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• New iPhone, new charger: Apple bends to EU rules

  04-09-2023 16:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A European Union law will require portable devices to have a common charger by 2024.
  
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• The best Chromebook laptops of 2023: HP, Lenovo and more compared

  04-09-2023 15:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Chromebooks have come a long way since they were first introduced in 2011, and we've tested and researched the best for students, travel, and even gaming.
  
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• The best laptop stands of 2023

  04-09-2023 15:06 via zdnet.com
  
  The best laptop stands can improve your posture and help you avoid those 8-hour workday slumps.
  
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• NFL 2023: How to Watch and Stream Games, RedZone and More, With or Without Cable - CNET

  04-09-2023 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Football is back this week, with more ways to watch and stream live games than ever. Here are the best services for every fan.
  
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• Levy Plus review: a city commuter that can handle rough roads

  04-09-2023 15:00 via techradar.com
  
  Levy Plus: Two-minute review
  When you have an electric scooter like the Levy Plus that straddles the line between two worlds, you have to pay attention. To this day, the best electric scooter I’ve ever tested is the NIU KQi3 Pro, which trumps everything else in my opinion, including the fact that it's a chunky and hefty piece of kit, thanks to its thick tires and incredibly smooth performance. And this offering from Levy is giving it a good run for its money with a sleeker, more porta
  
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• How Much Sleep Do You Need? It Depends - CNET

  04-09-2023 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's how to determine how much sleep your body needs, according to experts.
  
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• Best Cheap Phone Plans for September 2023 - CNET

  04-09-2023 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for a reliable phone plan on a budget? Here are our top picks for the best cheap phone plans, not just from the Big Three carriers.
  
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• PDP Realmz wired headset review - more than its gimmick suggests

  04-09-2023 14:46 via techradar.com
  
  Even if you’re used to wearing one of the best wired gaming headsets on the market, PDP’s Realmz wired gaming headset for Nintendo Switch may surprise you, as it did me. Technically a collectible, with its Sonic the Hedgehog branded aesthetic and figurine embedded in the translucent right ear cup, it’s also a highly competent gaming headset boasting solid build quality.It’s also sitting at a very agreeable price point, making the Realmz headset one of the more affordable
  
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• Exactly How Much Can You Save By Turning Off the Lights at Home? - CNET

  04-09-2023 14:30 via cnet.com
  
  One quick flip can lead to considerable savings. Here's how much.
  
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• The Sony A80L OLED TV's AI-powered upscaling blew me away, and it's $600 off on Labor Day

  04-09-2023 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Superb audio quality and an improved image processor make Sony's mid-range OLED a fantastic choice. And this Labor Day, you can buy one at a marginal discount.
  
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• The iPhone 15 Will Likely Launch Soon. But Where's Apple's Foldable iPhone? - CNET

  04-09-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: Here's why I think Apple is waiting to launch an iPhone Fold.
  
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• TCL's new Q7 TV is $200 off during Labor Day, and I can't recommend it enough

  04-09-2023 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The TCL Q7 gives you more bang for your buck than most mid-range sets, with impressive display quality and a brighter panel.
  
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• iPhone 15 Design Rumors: How Apple's New Phones May Change - CNET

  04-09-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  The iPhone 15 lineup could differ from the iPhone 14 in a few big ways.
  
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• I can't recommend TCL's Q7 TV enough, and it's $200 off right now

  04-09-2023 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The TCL Q7 gives you more bang for your buck than most mid-range sets, with impressive display quality and a brighter panel.
  
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• How We Test Phones video - CNET

  04-09-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's what goes into a CNET phone review.
  
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• Here Are Today's Refinance Rates, Sept. 4, 2023: Rates Ease - CNET

  04-09-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Multiple key refinance rates tapered off over the past seven days. The Fed's interest rate hikes have affected the refinance market.
  
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• Here Are Today's Mortgage Rates on Sept. 4, 2023: Rates Trailed Off - CNET

  04-09-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Some major mortgage rates have dipped, though rates remain high compared to a year ago. If you're in the market for a home loan, see how your payments might be affected by inflation.
  
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• Best Internet Providers in San Diego, California - CNET

  04-09-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for broadband options in America's finest city? Give these top four ISPs a first look when shopping for internet in San Diego.
  
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• Best Android VPN for 2023 - CNET

  04-09-2023 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Protect your privacy on your mobile device with one of the best VPNs for Android.
  
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• Best Solar Panel Installation Companies in Minnesota - CNET

  04-09-2023 13:58 via cnet.com
  
  There is more to just choosing a solar installer. Understanding costs, federal and state rebates and incentives is also a key factor in your decision-making.
  
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• Best Solar Panel Installers in Hawaii - CNET

  04-09-2023 13:23 via cnet.com
  
  Electric bills are sky-high in Hawaii. Say aloha to solar panels for lower energy costs and a reduced carbon footprint.
  
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• iOS 17: How to Set a Custom Image or Memoji for Your iPhone Calls - CNET

  04-09-2023 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Apple's newest software is coming as soon as this month, and the contact card on your iPhone will get a revamp with it.
  
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• Bidirectional Charging And EVs: How Does It Work And Which Cars Have It - CNET

  04-09-2023 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  A growing number of automakers are adding the feature, which allows your EV to double as a home battery.
  
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• 14 upcoming video games you probably haven’t heard of

  04-09-2023 13:00
  
  Sick of space, shooting and samey franchises? Find something to grab you in our critics’ selection of the strangest, most interesting forthcoming video games we played at this year’s GamescomPlatforms: PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
  Release date: 2024 Continue reading...
  
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• Twitter accused of helping Saudi Arabia commit human rights abuses

  04-09-2023 12:51
  
  Lawsuit says network discloses user data at request of Saudi authorities at much higher rate than for US, UK and CanadaThe social media company formerly known as Twitter has been accused in a revised civil US lawsuit of helping Saudi Arabia commit grave human rights abuses against its users, including by disclosing confidential user data at the request of Saudi authorities at a much higher rate than it has for the US, UK or Canada.The lawsuit was brought last May against X, as Twitter is now kno
  
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• iOS 17's Most Supreme Features: StandBy Mode, Custom Message Stickers - CNET

  04-09-2023 12:30 via cnet.com
  
  The latest iOS 17 beta brings some major quality-of-life improvements to your iPhone.
  
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• India’s IITs Are a Golden Ticket With a Dark Side

  04-09-2023 12:00
  
  The Indian Institutes of Technology are a production line for global tech CEOs, but critics say they promote a toxic, discriminatory work culture.
  
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• Change This Hidden Instagram Setting to Fix Blurry Videos - CNET

  04-09-2023 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  If your Instagram videos look blurry or pixelated, here's what you can do to fix it.
  
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• If Amazon wants me to buy the Echo Show 15, it needs to add this feature

  04-09-2023 10:23 via zdnet.com
  
  I can't tell you how many times I've added the Echo Show 15 to my cart, but there are some key reasons why I've never checked out.
  
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• No More Bets review – Chinese Wolf of Wall Street aims to teach moral lesson

  04-09-2023 10:00
  
  With its exposé of digital scammers, fraud farms and gangmasters, Ao Shen’s thriller is inventive and snappily directed. A shame, then, that it morphs into a public health warningIt is a shame that either Chinese authorities had a word, or producers decided to aim for brownie points by fitting No More Bets out as an anti-fraud public-messaging spot – because Ao Shen’s thriller is otherwise a snappily directed and intriguing entrée to the industry of online decepti
  
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