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• BBC says it has complained to Apple over AI-generated fake news attributed to broadcaster

  13-12-2024 23:55 via theguardian.com
  
  Notifications from a new Apple product falsely suggested the BBC claimed the New York gunman Luigi Mangione had killed himselfThe BBC says it has filed a complaint with the US tech giant Apple over AI-generated fake news that was shared on iPhones and attributed to the broadcaster.Apple Intelligence, which was launched in Britain this week, produces grouped notifications from several information sites that have been generated by artificial intelligence. Continue reading...
  
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• No, Microsoft has not 'reversed course' on Windows 11 hardware requirements

  13-12-2024 22:51 via zdnet.com
  
  A flurry of inflammatory headlines this week insisted that Microsoft had 'raised the white flag' and would allow customers to upgrade old Windows 10 PCs to Windows 11. That's not true. Here's how the comedy of errors unfolded.
  
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• The best AI chatbots of 2024: ChatGPT, Copilot, and notable alternatives

  13-12-2024 22:26 via zdnet.com
  
  I've spent the last two years testing AI chatbots and honing my list of the ones I recommend. Whether you're new to AI or a regular user, I guarantee these top AI chatbots can help you save time and get more done.
  
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• Amazon donates $1m to Trump’s inaugural fund as tech cozies up to president-elect

  13-12-2024 21:47 via theguardian.com
  
  OpenAI’s Sam Altman also announced a $1m personal donation to Trump on the same day, joining MetaAmazon is the latest tech giant to donate to Donald Trump’s inaugural fund.The company plans to give $1m to the fund, first reported by the Wall Street Journal. Amazon follows Meta, Facebook’s parent company, also handing over $1m to Trump’s inaugural committee. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said on Friday that he, too, would make a personal donation of $1m, first reported by Fox News
  
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• Threads just got a little more like Bluesky

  13-12-2024 21:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Inspiration or imitation? Social media outfits have a history of copying successful features to stay competitive. Let's compare!
  
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• IPVanish VPN review: Fast connections and solid protection

  13-12-2024 20:58 via zdnet.com
  
  IPVanish is an easy-to-use, secure VPN offering fast speeds and unlimited connections.
  
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• Prime Video's new AI will help you figure out what to watch next

  13-12-2024 20:53 via zdnet.com
  
  Finding TV shows and movies to watch on Amazon's video streaming service is about to get a little easier.
  
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• 4 top personal finance apps for Linux that run on MacOS and Windows, too

  13-12-2024 20:13 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking for a money app to get your finances in order for 2025? Here's why I recommend these open-source options.
  
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• ChatGPT finally gets easier to organize on the 7th day of OpenAI

  13-12-2024 19:45 via zdnet.com
  
  For 12 days, the OpenAI daily live stream is unveiling 'new things, big and small.' Here's what's new today.
  
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• BBC complains to Apple over misleading shooting headline

  13-12-2024 18:52 via bbc.com
  
  Apple's new artificial intelligence features falsely made it seem the BBC reported Luigi Mangione had shot himself.
  
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• Keeper review: An easy-to-use password manager with top-notch security features

  13-12-2024 18:34 via zdnet.com
  
  We went hands-on with Keeper's password manager, and found that it takes security seriously, using leading encryption technology to protect your sensitive data.
  
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• The best streaming mics of 2024: Expert tested

  13-12-2024 18:24 via zdnet.com
  
  Whether you're looking to launch your platform or upgrade your current setup, we tested the best streaming microphones that can make all the difference.
  
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• Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1100 photo printer review

  13-12-2024 18:24 via techradar.com
  
  SpecsType: color inkjet photo printerFunctions: Print onlyConnectivity: Ethernet, USB, Wi-FiData storage slots: nonePrint speed: A2 color 3min 40secMax paper size: A2, 17” x 22"Print quality: 2,400 x 1,200 dpiMemory: 1GBApple AirPrint: yesConsumables included: 12 x 80ml cartridgesDimensions/Weight: 723 x 435 x 285 mm (WxDxH)/71.4lb/32.4kg
  The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1100 is a 17-inch inkjet that will interest both professional studios and amateur photographers wanting high quality wide-form
  
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• McAfee Plus review

  13-12-2024 18:05 via techradar.com
  
  Our series on identity theft protection apps will evaluate the features, pricing options, competition, and also the overall value of using each app. However, these are not full hands-on reviews since evaluating identity theft protection apps is almost impossible. It would require several months of testing, purposefully hacking accounts to see if the protection app works, handing over personally identifiable information, performing multiple credit checks, and risking exposure of the reviewer&rsqu
  
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• How to watch the 2024 College Football Playoff games: Every streaming option

  13-12-2024 17:42 via zdnet.com
  
  For the first time, we will have a real college football championship tournament. Here's how to watch it.
  
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• This unassuming Bluetooth speaker caught me off guard with big bass and clear mids

  13-12-2024 17:06 via zdnet.com
  
  The Brane X might look like any other portable speaker, but it packs a serious low-end punch and has solid customization options.
  
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• Buy Microsoft Visual Studio Pro for 94% off right now

  13-12-2024 17:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Code faster and work smarter with a Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022 license, now on sale for $28.
  
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• This hybrid smartwatch I found has an classic aesthetic that's so refreshing (and it's on sale)

  13-12-2024 16:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Pininfarina is best known for its elegant automotive design, and its entrance into the smartwatch market continues this tradition with the Sintesi Hybrid.
  
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• You can talk to the AI hosts of your NotebookLM podcast now

  13-12-2024 16:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Google's NotebookLM gets a redesign that lets users interact with its AI-generated podcasts in a whole new way.
  
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• Secret Agentspace: Google announces new AI tool to help enterprises turn silos into lakes

  13-12-2024 16:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Google's new enterprise offering provides a fresh way to blend data silos and extract business value from previously barricaded data. Here's why it could be a game changer for your business.
  
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• Are wind power generators actually viable at home? I tried one, and the findings blew me away

  13-12-2024 16:22 via zdnet.com
  
  Solar generators have gotten all the buzz, but what do you do when the clouds roll in? This gadget can keep your power running.
  
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• Your Roku device is getting a free HD upgrade - and so is your favorite city

  13-12-2024 16:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Roku's screensaver cityscape is about to get a lot more vibrant.
  
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• Astrill Business VPN

  13-12-2024 16:15 via techradar.com
  
  FeaturesAstrill has great leak protection options with the kill switch being the standard offering among the safer business VPN offerings. However, they go a step further by offering a feature called App Guard that lets you choose applications to block if the VPN gets disconnected. This app functions across all protocols Astrill offers, except OpenWeb. You can also use the leak test tool on the company’s website to test out leaks. Furthermore, you get protection against IPv6, DNS, and WebR
  
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• Stuff Some Stockings for Less: Get 20% Off Popular RAK Tools With Our Promo Code

  13-12-2024 15:52 via cnet.com
  
  Use our exclusive code to save 20% across a variety of handy tools and doohickies.
  
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• OpenVPN Business VPN

  13-12-2024 15:46 via techradar.com
  
  FeaturesFor businesses looking for a cloud-delivered service that will help them connect private networks, devices, and servers, there is the CloudConnexa offer on OpenVPN. CloudConnexa offers a cloud-based VPN service tailored to make secure networking simpler for businesses. It enables secure access to applications, private networks, remote workforces, and IoT devices without the need for complicated hardware or the management of server software, circumventing the issue of complex configuratio
  
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• H2O Audio Tri 2 Pro Multi-Sport review: A triathlete’s dream

  13-12-2024 15:33 via techradar.com
  
  H2O Audio Tri 2 Pro Multi-Sport: Two-minute review
  There might not be a better set of headphones for triathletes than the H2O Audio Tri 2 Pro Multi-Sport. Their lightweight frame, flexible build, and host of features, particularly the Playlist+ feature that lets you record a playlist from a source directly to the headset, make it better than the best open earbuds or the best wireless earbuds for use in the water. There’s also a case to be made for considering these over the best running he
  
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• Zscaler Private Access

  13-12-2024 15:28 via techradar.com
  
  Features
  A key advantage of ZPA over traditional VPNs is the seamless, always-on connectivity it offers. In a typical VPN setup, users must log in, establish a connection, and then access corporate resources. This process can be cumbersome, especially for employees who frequently switch networks, such as moving from a wired connection to Wi-Fi or from Wi-Fi to a mobile data network.With ZPA, there is no concept of "logging in" to a VPN. Once enrolled, users have continuous access to their applic
  
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• 'Red One' Starring Dwayne Johnson Hits Streaming: How to Watch at Home

  13-12-2024 15:25 via cnet.com
  
  Johnson and Chris Evans seek out a missing man with the bag in the Prime Video offering.
  
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• 10 ways AI chatbots can help you with holiday tasks - and 30 sample prompts

  13-12-2024 15:20 via zdnet.com
  
  AI can help you maximize your holiday cheer and minimize the chaos. Use these 30 AI prompts to tackle everything from meal planning to travel stress, all while staying on budget and organized.
  
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• Have You Tried All 8 of These New iPhone Messages in iOS 18.2?

  13-12-2024 15:12 via cnet.com
  
  The Messages app on the iPhone (and iPad) is more expressive than ever, including unique emoji with Apple Intelligence.
  
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• Radmin VPN Review

  13-12-2024 15:07 via techradar.com
  
  Features
  Radmin VPN is a free solution designed specifically for Windows, that creates a virtual local area network (LAN) that connects multiple computers over the internet as if they were on the same physical network. In simple terms, it allows devices located anywhere in the world to interact as if they were on the same local network, eliminating the need for proximity.To explain further, a traditional LAN consists of devices like computers, printers, and servers that are connected to the same
  
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• Grecell T-1000 portable power station review

  13-12-2024 15:01 via techradar.com
  
  Grecell T-1000: 30-second review
  SpecsBattery Capacity: 999Wh
  Output Power: 1000W continuous, 2000W surge capacity
  Battery Type: Lithium-ion with upgraded BMS (Battery Management System)
  Weight: Approximately 6 kg
  Dimensions: 293 x 200 x 205 mm
  Ports and Outputs: 2 AC outlets (1000W max output), 1 USB-C PD (Power Delivery) port (60W), 3 USB-A ports with Quick Charge 3.0 (18W each), 2 DC outputs (12V), 1 carport (12V), 15W wireless charging pad
  Charging Inputs: AC Adapter, PV input for solar pane
  
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• What's Going to Happen to the EV Tax Credit?

  13-12-2024 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  President-elect Trump might try to eliminate the $7,500 tax credit for electric vehicles, but there's still time to make the most of it.
  
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• 'The Day of The Jackal' EPs on That Twist-Filled Season Finale and What's Next for the Jackal

  13-12-2024 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  I spoke with executive producers Nigel Marchant and Gareth Neame about the series and Jackal's interesting human side.
  
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• How to Watch 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' for Free

  13-12-2024 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  The classic holiday special can be streamed for a limited time without an Apple TV Plus subscription.
  
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• How Much You Should Invest in a CD Varies – but Don’t Go Over This Amount

  13-12-2024 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but here's what you should keep in mind.
  
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• Does It Matter in What Order You Brush and Floss?

  13-12-2024 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Experts weigh in to help you keep your teeth in tip top shape.
  
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• 'Day of the Jackal' EPs on That Twist-Filled Season Finale and What's Next for the Jackal

  13-12-2024 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  I spoke with executive producers Nigel Marchant and Gareth Neame about the series and Jackal's interesting human side.
  
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• Best Travel Phone Plans in December: How to Choose and What to Consider

  13-12-2024 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Using your phone when going abroad isn't always as simple as popping in a SIM card. Here are a few tips to keep in mind and plans to consider this summer if you want to use your phone internationally.
  
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• Refinance Rates Hurdle Down. Today's Refinance Rates, Dec. 13, 2024

  13-12-2024 14:34 via cnet.com
  
  The Federal Reserve is set to make another rate cut next week. Will refinance rates continue to fall for homeowners?
  
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• Mortgage Rates Nosedive As Another Fed Cut Looms. Today's Mortgage Rates, Dec. 13, 2024

  13-12-2024 14:28 via cnet.com
  
  Mortgage rates are falling in anticipation of what could be the Federal Reserve's last rate cut for a while.
  
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• This low-cost UPS battery backup can save you thousands of dollars in damages - here's how

  13-12-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking to protect your computers, TVs, and other electronics from surges and power outages? The Goldemate 1000 Pro UPS delivers up to two hours of reserve power. It has just one drawback.
  
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• The fastest laptops of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

  13-12-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking for a blazing-fast laptop? We've tested dozens of laptops this year, but these six deliver the fastest performance for their specific use cases.
  
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• Looking to Sign Up for T-Mobile Home Internet? You Might Need to Wait. Here's Why

  13-12-2024 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  The telecom giant is also the country’s biggest 5G home internet provider, yet over 1 million people nationwide are still on a waitlist.
  
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• Gift Ideas for the Apple Fan Who Has Everything video

  13-12-2024 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Apple reporter Bridget Carey shares some of her favorite accessories and gear that could make for great gifts — especially for iPhone and Apple fans who have everything.
  
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• Every Disneyland and Disney World Ride and Land Planned for 2025 and Beyond

  13-12-2024 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Encanto, Coco and Avengers are all becoming new rides, while Cars, Disney Villains, Avatar and Monsters Inc. are getting entirely new lands at the Disney Parks.
  
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• 5 Amazing Smart Light Strings to Upgrade Your Xmas

  13-12-2024 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  These smart LED lights enable dazzling tricks and perfect lighting customization for your holidays.
  
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• The TikTok ban is worse than you think and will cost Americans billions - here's why

  13-12-2024 13:51 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're a small business owner, creator, influencer, or investor, I have 1.3 billion reasons why you should read this.
  
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• I tested a subscription-free smart ring that rivals Oura - and it's $65 off for the holidays

  13-12-2024 13:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Take $65 off the Ultrahuman Ring Air right now at QVC when you use this deal code. The smart ring is a comprehensive sleep and activity tracker with features that rival Oura.
  
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• Hurry, This $18 Microsoft Visio 2021 Professional Deal Ends Soon

  13-12-2024 13:23 via cnet.com
  
  Microsoft Visio is an expensive buy unless you pick up this lifetime license for just $18.
  
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