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• This small 4K projector is worthy of replacing your TV - and it's the brightest one I've tested

  30-12-2024 23:33 via zdnet.com
  
  Despite some minor inconveniences, the Xgimi Horizon S Max is one of the brightest and most capable projectors I've tested.
  
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• This low-cost Lenovo gaming PC is the one I recommend to most people. Let me tell you why

  30-12-2024 22:37 via zdnet.com
  
  The Lenovo LOQ Tower 17IRR9 is a solid little machine capable of easily handling most workloads. And the best part is that it's inexpensive.
  
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• These are the top wearable tech products of 2024

  30-12-2024 21:55 via zdnet.com
  
  From sleep earbuds to smart rings, here are the wearables that impressed me most this year.
  
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• I tested these sleep earbuds and they put me to bed instantly

  30-12-2024 21:52 via zdnet.com
  
  The Ozlo Sleepbuds might be pricey, but they are the most comfortable sleep earbuds I've tested.
  
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• The next big HDMI leap is coming next week - what the 2.2 standard means for you

  30-12-2024 21:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Voluminous bandwidth, buttery-smooth refresh rates, and pricier cables are on deck for the New Year.
  
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• Free Apple TV+? How to watch all of Apple's streaming content for no charge this weekend

  30-12-2024 21:22 via zdnet.com
  
  If you've been curious about Apple+, you can test drive it for free on Jan. 4 and 5. See for yourself!
  
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• OneOdio Focus A5 review: bassy wireless headphones with big battery life

  30-12-2024 21:00 via techradar.com
  
  OneOdio Focus A5: One-minute review
  If you're considering picking up the OneOdio Focus A5, it's probably for its fantastic battery life – it'll last for 75 hours of music if you let it, which is an excellent figure. That's over three days straight, and well over double the figure of most rivals.The world of the best cheap headphones is a competitive one, but this will have certain users' eyes perking up. If you go on long-haul flights across the world, embark on journeys in the wilderness
  
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• This Pixel feature can improve your phone's battery health - how to turn it on

  30-12-2024 20:54 via zdnet.com
  
  Google's bypass charging feature lets you cap your phone's battery charge at 80%. There are two great reasons you'll want to take advantage of that.
  
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• If you're ready for something different, I recommend this Linux distro to newbies and experts alike

  30-12-2024 20:26 via zdnet.com
  
  OpenMandriva is a sensible operating system that's not based on the top four most popular Linux distros, but just as easy to use.
  
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• I finally found a Bluetooth speaker that's not afraid to get loud (and still sounds good)

  30-12-2024 20:06 via zdnet.com
  
  The Marshall Woburn 3 is a premium Bluetooth speaker that looks and sounds more like a pro-grade amp. But there are some considerations to take into account.
  
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• New Windows 11 24H2 bug could block future security updates - see who's affected

  30-12-2024 20:04 via zdnet.com
  
  Installing the Windows 11 2024 version via a CD or flash drive may cause it to reject any future updates. Microsoft is working on a fix
  
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• I tested the lightest 16-inch convertible laptop of the year, but that's not even its best feature

  30-12-2024 19:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The LG Gram Pro 16 2-in-1 combines solid hardware and a gorgeous OLED display, all in an extremely light form factor.
  
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• The smartwatch with the best battery I've tested is still just $50 after the holidays

  30-12-2024 19:11 via zdnet.com
  
  Xiaomi's Smart Band 9 is an accessible fitness tracker with a well-designed app and no shortage of features.
  
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• Google's quantum breakthrough is 'truly remarkable' - but there's more to do

  30-12-2024 18:59 via zdnet.com
  
  Scaling physical qubits reliably is a step forward. Now comes the hard part: actual circuits.
  
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• I found a creator's laptop that competes with the MacBook Pro (and more affordable)

  30-12-2024 18:53 via zdnet.com
  
  The ProArt P16 exudes power, but its true potential is unlocked in the hands of a creative power user who can engage with its rich customization.
  
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• How to add alt text to images on Bluesky (and why you should)

  30-12-2024 18:49 via zdnet.com
  
  Alt text is far more important than you might think, and Bluesky makes it fairly easy for you to add it to images you post.
  
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• The 4 most Windows-like Linux distros to try because change is hard

  30-12-2024 18:15 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're still using Windows 10, you know the end is nigh. If you want to keep your machine running smoothly and feeling familiar, check out these Linux distros.
  
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• If updates bricked your Meta Quest headset, try this first - then ask for a replacement

  30-12-2024 18:12 via zdnet.com
  
  A recent software update is disabling Quest 2, 3, and 3S models. Meta is offering free replacements to some users.
  
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• The latest MX Linux turns Xfce into a desktop anyone can use

  30-12-2024 17:42 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking for a Linux distribution with a user-friendly desktop that's also very highly customizable, MX Linux presents the Xfce desktop in a way that anyone can use and grow with over time.
  
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• Beyerdynamic Aventho 300 review: awesome wireless headphones in almost every way

  30-12-2024 17:00 via techradar.com
  
  Beyerdynamic Aventho 300: Two-minute review
  The Beyerdynamic Aventho 300 are a fantastic pair of wireless headphones. Using the same drivers as the company’s studio-oriented DT 700 Pro X and DT 900 Pro X, the sound quality will make you feel like you’ve taken a blanket off your music, especially if you’re upgrading from a cheaper, lesser model. And they’re as feature-filled as any other model at this price point.I believe that, since their release this year, they belong i
  
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• 5 alternative browsers that might just replace Safari on your Mac

  30-12-2024 16:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Although Safari is a competent browser, there are better alternatives available. Let's look at five hidden gems I've tried and recommend -- but you might not have heard about them until now.
  
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• How to record a call on your iPhone (and check if it's even legal)

  30-12-2024 16:35 via zdnet.com
  
  iOS 18.1 made call recording much easier on an iPhone. But if you can't or don't plan to update, there are alternative options.
  
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• 6 reasons why Google should switch Chromebooks from Android to Linux

  30-12-2024 15:22 via zdnet.com
  
  By now, you've probably heard that Google plans to migrate Chromebooks to Android, but I believe there's a much better option that's already proven itself.
  
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• 'Christmas ruined' after Morrisons missed festive deliveries

  30-12-2024 14:46 via bbc.com
  
  After 'systems issues' delayed deliveries, some customers were left without food on Christmas Day.
  
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• AI agents might be the new workforce, but they still need a manager

  30-12-2024 14:41 via zdnet.com
  
  AI agents keep getting smarter and more independent. But there is still work to be done before an agentic AI-driven workforce can truly assume a broad range of tasks.
  
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• Orico O7000 SSD review: high-end PCIe 4.0 storage without the frills

  30-12-2024 14:00 via techradar.com
  
  Orico O7000: One-minute review
  Although we’re technically in the PCIe 5.0 era of storage, it’s really been a golden age for PCIe 4.0 SSDs thanks to a plethora of choices, such as the Orico O7000, which is positioned as a drive with high-end performance for a midrange price.This PCIe 4.0 SSD ranges from 512GB to 4TB, and for this review we’re taking the 1TB model for a spin. Rated for 7000MB/s in reads and 6500MB/s in writes, the O7000 isn’t quite at the top-end of PCIe 4.
  
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• AndaSeat X-Air Pro Mesh gaming chair review: right idea, wrong implementation

  30-12-2024 11:00 via techradar.com
  
  AndaSeat X-Air Pro Mesh: Two-minute review
  AndaSeat's playing an intriguing game with this one. The X-Air Series Mesh line actually features two base models to choose from straight out of the gate, the X-Air and the X-Air Pro. The X-Air starts at $369 / around £290, and the X-Air Pro comes in at the $419 / around £329 mark. Both are only available from its store right now. The big difference between the two? Well, it's mostly down to colorways, the base, and the armrests.With the Pro
  
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• TP-Link TL-WR1502X Wi-Fi 6 Travel Router review

  30-12-2024 08:43 via techradar.com
  
  These days, my life is full of technology. Depending on the trip, I have my iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad Mini, MacBook Pro, my wife's iPhone, Kindle, kids' tablets, and a smart power station or two. That's a lot of internet-connected gear when on the go. Not only is it annoying to have to put in a new password for whatever location you are at, but it's also incredibly insecure.Over the last few years, I have stopped connecting to public Wi-Fi, or Wi-Fi, which is not secure altogether. I'll frequent
  
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• GTA 6, Nintendo's new console and what else to watch out for in 2025 gaming

  30-12-2024 03:15 via bbc.com
  
  Two big releases will dominate the industry next year, but they're not the only games in town.
  
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• LG's upcoming bendable 5K2K monitor sets the record straight for gamers and professionals

  30-12-2024 02:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest LG gaming monitors are here, and the company's newest bendable model is a world's first.
  
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• AI tools may soon manipulate people’s online decision-making, say researchers

  30-12-2024 01:01 via theguardian.com
  
  Study predicts an ‘intention economy’ where companies bid for accurate predictions of human behaviourArtificial intelligence (AI) tools could be used to manipulate online audiences into making decisions – ranging from what to buy to who to vote for – according to researchers at the University of Cambridge.The paper highlights an emerging new marketplace for “digital signals of intent” – known as the “intention economy” – where AI assist
  
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