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• Google to Drop Support for Dropcam and Nest Secure on April 8 - CNET

  03-04-2024 23:50 via cnet.com
  
  The Dropcam, Dropcam Pro and Nest Secure will no longer be able to connect to the Nest app and will also stop recording video.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Rumored to Be Thinner and Lighter - CNET

  03-04-2024 23:44 via cnet.com
  
  The Galaxy Z Fold 6, which is said to be coming in July, will reportedly have a boxier but lighter design.
  
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• What the Solar Eclipse Means for Solar Power - CNET

  03-04-2024 23:32 via cnet.com
  
  The brief April 8 solar eclipse will cast a shadow on solar panels. What effect will it have on the power grid?
  
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• Last Day to Get Lifetime Access to Microsoft Office for 86% Off - CNET

  03-04-2024 23:32 via cnet.com
  
  Final few hours to access Microsoft Office on your PC or Mac without a monthly fee.
  
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• Best Mattress Deals: Upgrade Your Sleep Routine With Savings of Up to 70% - CNET

  03-04-2024 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  Take control of your sleep health and get a great new mattress with one of these incredible deals.
  
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• Spring Clean Your Tech at Home: Where to Recycle Old Computers and Printers for Free - CNET

  03-04-2024 23:25 via cnet.com
  
  Retailers such as Best Buy, OfficeMax and Staples will take them off your hands.
  
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• Let the iPhone sideloading begin! iOS 17.5 lets EU users download apps from the web

  03-04-2024 23:18 via zdnet.com
  
  Developers can now bypass Apple's App Store commissions, but they'll still have to meet rigorous criteria.
  
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• Apple reportedly exploring AI-powered home robots - including these two products

  03-04-2024 23:01 via zdnet.com
  
  Amazon's Echo Show and Google's Nest Hub may soon have competition.
  
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• Smart Ovens Are Engineering Marvels but Have Mostly Flopped with Home Cooks. Here's Why - CNET

  03-04-2024 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  Sometimes smart is too smart. Here's why the average consumer isn't buying what most smart kitchen brands are selling.
  
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• Proton Mail is making a serious case to be my next Linux email client

  03-04-2024 23:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The new Linux client is a breath of fresh air, but one feature is holding me back.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 leak reveals two design upgrades that'll make Google and OnePlus sweat

  03-04-2024 22:57 via zdnet.com
  
  The upcoming foldable from Samsung is expected to fix some of my biggest complaints with previous versions. Here's to hoping.
  
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• Shark Air Purifier - CNET

  03-04-2024 22:52 via cnet.com
  
  For a small room, 500 sq. ft.
  
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• OpenAI Adds Free Instant ChatGPT Access for Everyone. Here's Why That Matters - CNET

  03-04-2024 22:49 via cnet.com
  
  The company is introducing a more limited version of the generative AI tool, in the "land grab phase of AI."
  
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• Mixing Bowls w/ Lids - CNET

  03-04-2024 22:44 via cnet.com
  
  Stainless w/ colorful non-slip bottoms.
  
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• 'Cicada-Geddon' Is Almost Here: Get Ready, as Two Noisy Broods Emerge - CNET

  03-04-2024 22:30 via cnet.com
  
  If you live in certain areas of the US, you'll be seeing double the cicada buzz in 2024.
  
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• The best GaN chargers of 2024: Expert tested

  03-04-2024 22:26 via zdnet.com
  
  Need a new charger? We tested and compared the best gallium nitride (GaN) chargers for your smartphone from Ugreen, Anker, Satechi, and more.
  
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• Cordless Neck Massager - CNET

  03-04-2024 22:25 via cnet.com
  
  Heated w/ deep tissue 6D kneading.
  
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• Ionic Hair Straightener Brush - CNET

  03-04-2024 22:17 via cnet.com
  
  Anti-scald & auto-off safety.
  
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• Does your Facebook app look different? Meta is rolling out a TikTok style video player

  03-04-2024 22:01 via zdnet.com
  
  Rolling out to Facebook's Android and iOS apps, the new full-screen player features Reels, long-form videos, and Facebook Live videos all presented in one location.
  
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• Sunrise Alarm Clock - CNET

  03-04-2024 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Smart light w/ white noise.
  
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• Spatial Personas Have Turned My Apple Vision Pro Into a Telepresence Machine - CNET

  03-04-2024 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  A small change to how Apple's avatars work has made connecting with people feel far more real in ways that make the future feel wilder than ever.
  
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• Best AirPods Deals: Score Up to $50 Off on Apple's Earbuds and Headphones - CNET

  03-04-2024 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  New Apple AirPods can be expensive, but we've found some deals to help you save.
  
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• Want to keep getting Windows 10 updates next year? Here's what it will cost

  03-04-2024 21:56 via zdnet.com
  
  The official price list for the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates program is out. For businesses, it's shockingly expensive. For educators, it's just a few bucks. Here's how it works.
  
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• US reprimands Microsoft for security failures that allowed Chinese hack

  03-04-2024 21:53 via theguardian.com
  
  Federal report says ‘cascade of errors’ by tech giant let Chinese operators break into senior government officials’ email accountsIn a scathing indictment of Microsoft corporate security and transparency, a Biden administration-appointed review board issued a report on Tuesday saying “a cascade of errors” by the tech giant let state-backed Chinese cyber operators break into email accounts of senior US officials including the commerce secretary, Gina Raimondo.The Cyb
  
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• Get this 12-pack of solar eclipse glasses for just $15 on Amazon

  03-04-2024 21:51 via zdnet.com
  
  The 2024 solar eclipse is just a few days away, and if you need a safe way to view the event with friends and family, you can find a 12-pack of solar eclipse glasses for just $15 on Amazon.
  
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• Report: Beats Solo4 Headphones Are Coming Soon - CNET

  03-04-2024 21:27 via cnet.com
  
  A new FCC filing and an image that showed up in an iOS 17.4 beta in February point to an imminent release of the next generation of Beats' popular on-ear headphones.
  
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• Verizon's 5G Home Internet Now Comes With Freebies - CNET

  03-04-2024 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  Get a Samsung Chromebook Go or a $200 Target gift card when you sign up for 5G Home Plus Internet from Verizon.
  
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• DALL-E adds new ways to edit and create AI-generated images. Learn how to use it

  03-04-2024 21:12 via zdnet.com
  
  You can now edit your DALL-E images with conversational text prompts and by clicking on the part of the image you want to edit.
  
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• Best Chromebook Deals: Save Over $100 on Chromebooks From Your Favorite Brands - CNET

  03-04-2024 21:05 via cnet.com
  
  Chromebooks run on ChromeOS and make great and affordable alternatives to Mac or Windows laptops.
  
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• Best Home Equity Loan Rates for April 2024 - CNET

  03-04-2024 21:04 via cnet.com
  
  Homeowners can get access to a large sum of cash at a fixed rate by borrowing against their property's value with a home equity loan.
  
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• Best USB-C Monitor Deals: Save Over $150 on LG, Asus, Samsung and More - CNET

  03-04-2024 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  A USB-C monitor is a great multi-functioning device. If you're considering investing in one, here are some of the top deals going on right now.
  
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• Amerisleep Mattress Review: Memory Foam Feel With Multiple Firmness Options - CNET

  03-04-2024 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you love memory foam and want a value option, then you'll want to check out Amerisleep. Here are my unbiased thoughts on each mattress in the brand's lineup.
  
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• Foldable Keyboard Combo - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  Comes w/ mouse & carry case.
  
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• Best Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Rates for April 2024 - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:54 via cnet.com
  
  You can use a HELOC to tap into your home's equity and get flexible access to cash with a revolving credit line.
  
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• eufy Video Doorbell - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:51 via cnet.com
  
  Local storage, 180-day battery.
  
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• OnePlus Launches New AI Photo Editing Tool, Following Google and Samsung's Footsteps - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  The new AI Eraser tool is coming to the OnePlus 12, 12R, 11 and other devices.
  
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• This MagSafe power bank is one of my travel must-haves, and it's 15% off

  03-04-2024 20:33 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple's MagSafe technology is great. Power banks are brilliant. Combine the two and you get something truly awesome.
  
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• Save Up to 25% on Logitech Mice, Keyboard, Cameras and More - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:29 via cnet.com
  
  Amazon is now offering some huge discounts across a variety of categories, including mice, keyboards, headphones and more.
  
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• Samsung's free 65-inch 4K TV is our favorite deal of 2024 so far

  03-04-2024 20:10 via zdnet.com
  
  If you preorder any of Samsung's 2024 TVs, you can get a 65-inch TU690T model at no extra charge.
  
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• The Apple products you shouldn't buy this month: April 2024 edition

  03-04-2024 20:01 via zdnet.com
  
  Protect your hard-earned paycheck -- consult this list before you make a purchase. Not every Apple product boasts the freshness and innovation of the Vision Pro.
  
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• Ten Years After Facebook Bought Oculus, What's Next for Meta's VR Plans? - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth talks with CNET about the past and future of VR, AR and AI.
  
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• Helix Twilight Mattress Review 2024: Testing a Hybrid Bed for Back and Stomach Sleepers - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you're looking for a supportive mattress that's on the firmer side for back and stomach sleepers, Helix Twilight may be suitable for you. Here's what our team of experts thinks of this Helix mattress.
  
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• Can You Add Money to a CD? - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  In most cases, the answer is no. However, add-on CDs let you make additional deposits.
  
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• Best Laptop Deals: Save Up to $500 on Your Favorite Brands Like Dell, Asus and More - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you’re looking for a new laptop, there are many excellent deals right now -- here are a few of our favorites.
  
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• 10 Years After Facebook Bought Oculus, What's Next for Meta's VR Plans? - CNET

  03-04-2024 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth talks with CNET about the past and future of VR, AR and AI.
  
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• At least a dozen Westminster insiders targeted in WhatsApp phishing attack

  03-04-2024 19:56 via theguardian.com
  
  A minister, political advisers and journalists were among those who received potentially compromising messages over six-month periodMore than a dozen politicians, advisers and journalists have been targeted in a phishing attack, in what cybersecurity experts believe is an attempt to compromise them.Twelve men working in Westminster, including a serving government minister, told Politico they had received unsolicited WhatsApp messages from two suspicious mobile numbers in the past six months. Con
  
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• Quest 2 Starter Bundle - CNET

  03-04-2024 19:45 via cnet.com
  
  128 GB w/ carrying case.
  
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• Never Lose Your Things Again With This $16 Ugreen Item Finder - CNET

  03-04-2024 19:42 via cnet.com
  
  Losing your stuff sucks, but this $16 item tracker can help make sure you never have to hunt for your keys, bag, wallet or anything else again.
  
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• The OnePlus version of Google Magic Eraser is rolling out to these devices

  03-04-2024 19:41 via zdnet.com
  
  AI-powered photo editing like the software found on Google and Samsung flagships is coming to OnePlus phones.
  
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• OnePlus phones are getting Google Pixels' best AI photography feature - sort of

  03-04-2024 19:41 via zdnet.com
  
  AI-powered photo editing like Magic Eraser found on Google and Samsung flagships is coming to OnePlus phones.
  
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