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• OpenAI to launch models with ‘reasoning’ abilities that are ‘much like a person’

  12-09-2024 23:42
  
  ‘Strawberry’ models can break down complex problems into smaller logical steps, an area where other AIs stumbleOpenAI said on Thursday it was launching its “Strawberry” series of AI models designed to spend more time processing answers to queries in order to solve hard problems.The models are capable of reasoning through complex tasks and can solve more challenging problems than previous models in science, coding and math, the AI firm said in a blog post. Continue reading
  
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• The Top 6 Alarm Clocks of 2024

  12-09-2024 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  Tired of starting your day with the same old phone alarm? Here are the best physical alarm clocks of 2024, tested by our experts.
  
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• Taylor Swift Endorses Kamala Harris, Calling Out Donald Trump's AI Deepfake Post

  12-09-2024 23:27 via cnet.com
  
  Her Instagram post after the presidential debate sent a rush of fans to a key resource on voter registration.
  
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• Are High Schoolers Really Clueless About Finances? I Gave Them a Money Quiz to Find Out

  12-09-2024 23:14 via cnet.com
  
  Experts agree that students should start learning personal finance earlier.
  
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• Best Pixel 9 Deals: Save on Google's Latest Phones With Trade-Ins and More

  12-09-2024 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Google Pixel 9 series has fantastic new features, but it comes at a hefty price. We'll show you how to score one for less than usual.
  
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• How Much Does a Tesla Powerwall Cost?

  12-09-2024 22:58 via cnet.com
  
  Looking to get a home battery? Here's everything you need to know about the Tesla Powerwall.
  
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• Taylor Swift's Endorsement Post Sends Rush of Fans to Voter-Registration Site

  12-09-2024 22:44 via cnet.com
  
  Hundreds of thousands of people clicked the voter-registration link the singer-songwriter provided after the presidential debate.
  
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• ChatGPT Gets New o1 Model, First To Have 'Reasoning' for Hard Problems

  12-09-2024 22:41 via cnet.com
  
  The new model is designed to solve complex problems across a small handful of fields, but OpenAI says the model performs similarly to PhD students in those tasks.
  
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• Forget Apple Watch Series 10: The Oura Ring is my go-to health tracker for one obvious reason

  12-09-2024 22:33 via zdnet.com
  
  I pitted the Oura Ring against its closest competitors in 2024, and here's how it fares, from health tracking to app experience.
  
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• Meet Agentforce, Salesforce's autonomous AI answer to employee burnout

  12-09-2024 22:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The company says the new tool will make good on the promises of AI in business, many of which have yet to come to fruition at scale.
  
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• Oura Ring vs. Apple Watch: Which health tracker should you buy?

  12-09-2024 22:27 via zdnet.com
  
  These two wearables might look like they track the same metrics, but they are vastly different devices.
  
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• 4 Reasons I'm Ordering the iPhone 16 Pro Max as a Digital Nomad

  12-09-2024 22:18 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: The new camera control button is travel selfie gold, and I'll never say no to longer battery life.
  
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• OpenAI's new advanced AI models think before they speak - how to access them

  12-09-2024 22:16 via zdnet.com
  
  OpenAI just rolled out its new o1 series, which it says excels in advanced reasoning. Here's how it's different from GPT-4o and what else we know so far.
  
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• Want Apple Cider Vinegar Without the Harsh Taste? Try These Tasty ACV Drinks

  12-09-2024 22:12 via cnet.com
  
  We tested a handful of apple cider vinegar-based beverages to find the tastiest sippers to guard your gut.
  
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• Washington Solar Panel Incentives: Net Metering, Tax Breaks and More

  12-09-2024 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Switching to solar energy in Washington State may come with several benefits, including tax breaks. Plus, it's more eco-friendly. Here's everything you need to know.
  
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• Solheim Cup 2024: TV Schedule Today, How to Watch, Stream All the Golf From Anywhere

  12-09-2024 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Team Europe head to Virginia aiming for an unprecedented fourth consecutive victory.
  
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• OpenAI launches new o1 series. How these models are different and how to access them

  12-09-2024 21:58 via zdnet.com
  
  These new models learned the 'think before you speak' lesson, resulting in advanced reasoning capabilities.
  
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• Mint Is Long Gone. Try This Awesome Budgeting App Instead

  12-09-2024 21:55 via cnet.com
  
  Still haven't found a replacement for Mint? I highly recommend this budgeting app.
  
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• We Tested the TikTok-Viral Sleepy Girl Mocktail

  12-09-2024 21:50 via cnet.com
  
  Can this social media-famous concoction really help you sleep better?
  
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• How Community Solar Works

  12-09-2024 21:40 via cnet.com
  
  Here's how you can still benefit from clean solar energy without the cost and hassle of installing panels on your roof.
  
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• Decorate for a Spooky High-Tech Halloween in 2024

  12-09-2024 21:33 via cnet.com
  
  Deck out your house for Halloween with glowing skeletons and creepy digital decorations that will bring fright and delight to trick-or-treaters.
  
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• 8 MacOS apps I can't live without - and why

  12-09-2024 21:33 via zdnet.com
  
  MacOS has a seemingly unlimited supply of applications, but these are the ones I depend on daily.
  
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• What Should I Do When My CD Matures?

  12-09-2024 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  The easiest option is to roll it over into a new CD. But that may not be the best choice for your money.
  
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• DreamCloud Premier Memory Foam Mattress Review 2024: A Closer Look at an Upgraded All-Foam Bed

  12-09-2024 21:28 via cnet.com
  
  Not sure which memory all-foam mattress might be best for you? Here's what you need to know about this version of the DreamCloud Premier, based on our team's expertise.
  
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• Get a 4TB Samsung T5 portable SSD for more than 50% off at Amazon

  12-09-2024 21:27 via zdnet.com
  
  The Samsung T5 Evo 4TB portable SSD is $225 off at Amazon, letting you save more than half on all the storage space you'll need for games, documents, photos, and videos.
  
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• Get an Amazon Fire Kids Tablet for $90 with this limited-time deal

  12-09-2024 21:26 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking for a sturdy kids' tablet that'll withstand small hands, you can't go wrong with Amazon Fire options, several of which are currently on sale for up to 40% off.
  
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• FDA approves Apple's new hearing aid feature for AirPods Pro 2

  12-09-2024 21:23 via zdnet.com
  
  The AirPods Pro 2 can now officially double as over-the-counter hearing aids, helping millions of adults in the US.
  
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• One Quick Hack to Boost Your Internet Speeds: Update Your Router’s Firmware

  12-09-2024 21:18 via cnet.com
  
  If a router reset isn't fixing the issue, updating its firmware can repair some common bugs.
  
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• Winning Photo Reveals Jaw-Dropping Image of Whale About to Chow Down

  12-09-2024 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  Experience a dazzling underwater world through these breathtaking images from the 2024 Ocean Photographer of the Year competition.
  
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• Apple AirPods Pro Hearing Aid Feature Authorized by FDA: Here's How It'll Work

  12-09-2024 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  It's official: AirPods Pro 2 are getting a hearing aid mode. Here's what to know about all the hearing features Apple announced at its iPhone event.
  
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• OK, This Starlink Price Increase Is Worth the Extra $15 a Month

  12-09-2024 21:16 via cnet.com
  
  No one likes a price hike, but Starlink’s Roam Unlimited plan justifies it. Here are the details.
  
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• Everything You Can Do with iPhone 16's New Camera Button

  12-09-2024 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro feature a new Camera Control button that makes the process of taking photos and videos more like using a traditional camera -- including hooks for Apple Intelligence features.
  
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• Dive Into a Dazzling Collection of Award-Winning Underwater Photography

  12-09-2024 21:14 via cnet.com
  
  Would you like to be under the sea? Swim through the best images from the 2024 Ocean Photographer of the Year competition.
  
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• What Is Wi-Fi 7? Everything You Need to Know About the Latest Wi-Fi Standard

  12-09-2024 21:10 via cnet.com
  
  With Wi-Fi 7 support on the new iPhone 16, you might want to upgrade your router along with your phone.
  
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• One of the best-value soundbars I've tested delivers glorious sound for any movie or TV show

  12-09-2024 21:07 via zdnet.com
  
  From my testing, the Yamaha True X Bar is worthy of all the film and TV you can toss its way.
  
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• Best Deals on Smart Thermostats: Manage Your Energy and Save More in the Long Term

  12-09-2024 20:24 via cnet.com
  
  Keep track of your heating and air conditioning with a smart thermostat.
  
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• This Lenovo laptop that transforms into an Android tablet is the most clever device I've tested

  12-09-2024 20:21 via zdnet.com
  
  The fifth-gen Lenovo ThinkBook Plus runs both Windows 11 and Android 13 across two chipsets, resulting in a laptop experience that's difficult to replicate.
  
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• Parents ‘don’t use’ parental controls on Facebook and Instagram, says Nick Clegg

  12-09-2024 20:15
  
  Meta’s global affairs chief points to ‘behavioural issue’ around child safety tools on the social media platformsParents do not use parental controls on Facebook and Instagram, according to Meta’s Nick Clegg, with adults failing to embrace the 50 child safety tools the company has introduced in recent years.Meta’s global affairs chief said there was a “behavioural issue” around using the tools, after admitting they were being ignored by parents. Regulato
  
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• TSA Proposes a New Plan That Would Delay Real ID Until 2027

  12-09-2024 20:11 via cnet.com
  
  The Department of Homeland Security says that people may not have their Real IDs ready by the current deadline.
  
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• Best Garmin Deals: Save Big on Smartwatches, GPS Devices and Sport Accessories

  12-09-2024 20:09 via cnet.com
  
  Garmin isn't the cheapest brand around, so it's worth taking advantage of these deals from the likes of Amazon and Best Buy.
  
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• Best Internet Providers in Eugene, Oregon

  12-09-2024 20:03 via cnet.com
  
  Eugene's broadband options might be thin, but you can still find high speeds if you know where to look. CNET helps you pick the best broadband service provider for your needs.
  
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• Your VPN is Crushing Your Internet Speeds. Here's How to Speed Things Up

  12-09-2024 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Using a VPN can cut your internet speeds in half, which can negatively affect streaming and gaming. Try these tips to keep your connection speedy.
  
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• 'Inside Out 2' Is Coming to Disney Plus: Here's the Streaming Release Date

  12-09-2024 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Get ready to laugh and cry all over again.
  
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• Debate Disinformation: Lies So Bad That They Cross A Line

  12-09-2024 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  No, migrants aren't eating cats, Democrats don't want to execute newborns and Trump did lose ihe 2020 election.
  
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• AI can change belief in conspiracy theories, study finds

  12-09-2024 20:00
  
  Research challenges conventional wisdom that evidence and arguments rarely help to change believers’ mindsWhether it is the mistaken idea that the moon landings never happened or the false claim that Covid jabs contain microchips, conspiracy theories abound, sometimes with dangerous consequences.Now researchers have found that such beliefs can be altered by a chat with artificial intelligence (AI). Continue reading...
  
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• Cornell's Professor of Poultry Has the Perfect BBQ Chicken Recipe

  12-09-2024 19:49 via cnet.com
  
  You only need five ingredients to set the dinner table with a delicious helping of the famous Cornell chicken. Here's how to make it.
  
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• Best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Deals: Enjoy Big Savings With a Trade-In

  12-09-2024 19:45 via cnet.com
  
  There's no doubt that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is a great phone, but it's also pricey unless you use one of these excellent deals.
  
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• One Crucial Thing to Do With Your CD Before the Fed Cuts Rates

  12-09-2024 19:33 via cnet.com
  
  Do you have money in a CD? Here’s why you should check on it before Sept. 17.
  
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• Want to Keep Your Address Off the Internet? Here's How

  12-09-2024 19:23 via cnet.com
  
  Access to your home address could lead to junk mail and privacy invasion. Here's how to keep your address from going viral.
  
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• Save 20% Off Nimble Phone Accessories Including Chargers, Battery Packs and More

  12-09-2024 19:19 via cnet.com
  
  Nimble makes accessories that are designed to help the planet, and now you can save 20% off its wares.
  
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