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• Meta is killing off its own AI-powered Instagram and Facebook profiles

  03-01-2025 23:53 via theguardian.com
  
  Instagram profile of ‘proud Black queer momma’, created by Meta, said her development team included no Black peopleMeta is deleting Facebook and Instagram profiles of AI characters the company created over a year ago after users rediscovered some of the profiles and engaged them in conversations, screenshots of which went viral.The company had first introduced these AI-powered profiles in September 2023 but killed off most of them by summer 2024. However, a few characters remained an
  
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• iOS 18.2 was killing my iPhone's battery until I turned off this feature

  03-01-2025 21:39 via zdnet.com
  
  If your battery life has worsened since you upgraded to iOS 18, here's how I fixed the problem after weeks of tweaking my phone's settings.
  
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• I test smart home devices for a living, and this is my favorite smart thermostat

  03-01-2025 20:58 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest Google Nest Learning Thermostat is the perfect example of a gorgeous piece of tech that works and promises to remain relevant.
  
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• The best laptops for video editing in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  03-01-2025 20:29 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the top laptops for video editing from brands like Apple, Dell, and Acer to handle all your projects.
  
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• LG's new Gram Pro laptops compete with MacBook Air with thinner-than-ever designs

  03-01-2025 20:03 via zdnet.com
  
  LG's 2025 Gram Pro laptops feature the company's first-ever Copilot+ PC, armed with the 'Lunar Lake' Intel Core Ultra processor.
  
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• 7 rules to follow when setting up a home security camera - and where you should never install one

  03-01-2025 19:27 via zdnet.com
  
  Whether you want to mount a new camera or move an existing one, follow these pointers to enhance performance and avoid problems.
  
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• Sennheiser Profile Wireless review: a well-designed DJI alternative

  03-01-2025 19:00 via techradar.com
  
  Sennheiser Profile Wireless: one-minute review
  With relative upstarts likes DJI, Rode, Hollyland and more all releasing tiny wireless microphones recently, veteran audio manufacturers have started to get in on the action. Sennheiser’s Profile Wireless is an attempt by the company – long famed for its excellent studio mics and headphones – to muscle in on the market, and I’ve found it to be yet another very impressive compact mic, ideal for anyone who wants to elevate thei
  
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• The best HDMI cables of 2025

  03-01-2025 18:52 via zdnet.com
  
  With so many electronics today, we need the right HDMI cables to do the job. The best HDMI cables not only connect your favorite devices but also simplify your life with easy connectivity.
  
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• The best kids' tablets of 2025: Parent recommended

  03-01-2025 18:34 via zdnet.com
  
  We've tested kid's tablets from Apple, Amazon, Samsung, and more that are great for homework or entertainment, which parents recommend.
  
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• Samsung's smart fridges can soon add items to your Instacart order

  03-01-2025 18:27 via zdnet.com
  
  Samsung teams up with Instacart to let you place a grocery order directly from your AI-enabled refrigerator's screen.
  
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• Everything you need to crush your New Year's resolutions

  03-01-2025 18:24 via zdnet.com
  
  No matter what your goals are for 2025, these gadgets can help you stay on track.
  
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• Apple AI alert falsely claimed Luke Littler had already won darts final

  03-01-2025 18:22 via bbc.com
  
  An AI-generated notification says the teen has won the tournament before the final is even played.
  
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• How to clear your iPhone cache for a fresh (and faster) start in 2025

  03-01-2025 17:33 via zdnet.com
  
  Cache and cookies can clog your browser and slow down your iPhone, but there's a simple way to bring your device back up to speed and give it a performance boost for the new year. Here's how.
  
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• The best Dell laptops of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  03-01-2025 17:31 via zdnet.com
  
  Dell is well-known for its diverse lineup of reliable laptops, but with so many options to choose from, it can be hard to find the right one. Here are the best Dell laptops we've tested.
  
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• Apple to pay $95m to settle claims Siri listened to users’ private conversations

  03-01-2025 17:14 via theguardian.com
  
  Settlement of proposed class-action lawsuit represent nine hours of profit for Apple, which has denied wrongdoingApple has agreed to pay $95m in cash to settle a proposed class-action lawsuit claiming that its voice-activated assistant Siri violated users’ privacy, listening to them without their consent.iPhone owners complained that Apple routinely recorded their private conversations after they activated Siri unintentionally, and disclosed these conversations to third parties such as adv
  
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• This ultra-thin battery pack is my must-have travel accessory - and it's on sale right now

  03-01-2025 16:44 via zdnet.com
  
  The Torras MiniMag Power Bank has the thinnest profile of any battery pack I've tested, and it charges surprisingly fast.
  
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• Samsung's upcoming Galaxy phone and fitness tracker may be the best deals in tech

  03-01-2025 16:36 via zdnet.com
  
  The popular $200 Galaxy A16 5G and $60 Fit3 deliver impressive value and will be available in the US market next week.
  
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• These Google Pixel buds have replaced over-ear headphones for me when traveling - here's why

  03-01-2025 16:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest noise-canceling earbuds have helped me save space when traveling while delivering great sound and ANC performance for the size.
  
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• Your Apple Watch Series 4's new 'vintage' status means fixing it just got more complicated - here's why

  03-01-2025 16:01 via zdnet.com
  
  The parts needed to repair a vintage Apple device may no longer be in stock at Apple Stores or third-party shops.
  
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• Nick Clegg leaves Meta ahead of Trump's return as US president

  03-01-2025 15:59 via bbc.com
  
  He will be replaced by Republican Joel Kaplan, a former White House deputy chief of staff under President Bush.
  
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• Could AI make you a billionaire in 2025?

  03-01-2025 15:39 via zdnet.com
  
  Sam Altman recently said we could soon see a one-person billion-dollar company. I did some research, and what I found might surprise you.
  
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• From electric blankets to the cosiest coats: the cold weather essentials you need to beat the big freeze

  03-01-2025 15:03 via theguardian.com
  
  As the temperature drops, we’ve rounded up our top winter warmers to help you brave the coldAfter a mostly mild, overcast December, winter has finally arrived. To help you keep warm, especially if you’re reluctant to crank up the thermostat too much, we’ve rounded up some of our best-loved, tried-and-tested products.From slippers to coats, toasty PJs to the best electric heaters and blankets, these should all help you beat the chill, and even stay stylish while doing so. Contin
  
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• Hisense's new laser projector is so sharp and color-accurate, it may just replace your 4K TV

  03-01-2025 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  As the latest evolution in the company's award-winning L9 Series projectors, the L9Q offers better brightness, depth, and clarity - in a fetching design.
  
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• CES 2025: What to expect and how to watch

  03-01-2025 14:52 via zdnet.com
  
  As the world's largest tech conference devoted to consumer electronics, CES showcases the most innovative technology from leading companies worldwide.
  
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• How IBM's blueprint for industry transformation leverages AI, 5G, and collaboration

  03-01-2025 14:34 via zdnet.com
  
  In this exclusive talk with a senior IBM executive, learn about how AI, 5G, and groundbreaking partnerships are reshaping global industries.
  
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• NerdWallet review

  03-01-2025 14:18 via techradar.com
  
  If you’re going to get serious about money management then it’s a good idea to explore the best budgeting apps and personal finance software. However, if you’re after a free quick fix for your finances then NerdWallet is well worth investigating.This is a quirky little package that works best in its app incarnation for both iOS and Android, allowing quick and easy access to lots of features and functions on the move. However, the desktop website edition offers another useful pe
  
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• Siri's secret recordings lead to a $95 million settlement. Could you get a share?

  03-01-2025 14:08 via zdnet.com
  
  The class action privacy suit contends that Siri recorded and shared Apple users' conversations. Apple isn't the only tech giant in the crosshairs of such legal action.
  
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• How to transform your doodles into stunning graphics with Apple's Image Wand

  03-01-2025 13:49 via zdnet.com
  
  Can't draw a decent image? No problem. Image Wand can convert your messy sketches into professional-quality images.
  
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• The best smartwatches of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  03-01-2025 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the best smartwatches from Apple, Samsung, Google, and more, including the new Apple Watch Series 10. Here's how to choose the right one for you.
  
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• Apple Vision Pro's killer feature is finally here - and made my $3,500 investment more worth it

  03-01-2025 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  It's a shame Apple didn't include the ultra-wide Mac virtual display when it launched the Vision Pro. The product would have made so much more sense.
  
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• Apple Fitness Plus gets a big update for the new year: 5 new or improved features

  03-01-2025 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  As 2025 kicks off, Apple released a major update for its Fitness Plus service that brings new programs and content to your iOS devices.
  
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• Apple to pay $95m to settle Siri 'listening' lawsuit

  03-01-2025 12:38 via bbc.com
  
  The tech giant denies wrongdoing after being accused of eavesdropping on customers.
  
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• Is your live TV streaming service still worth it? I reassessed the options for us both

  03-01-2025 12:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Curd cutting was supposed to save us from the cable monopoly, but those monthly bills keep going up. Are you really getting your money's worth out of that $90-plus subscription?
  
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• LG XBoom Go XG8T review: a Bluetooth speaker that offers meaty bass but not-so-meaty battery life

  03-01-2025 11:35 via techradar.com
  
  LG XBoom Go XG8T review: two-minute review
  The LG XBoom Go XG8T has a pretty tough task – standing out in a field with extremely strong competition from some of the biggest names in audio. That’s right, this large portable speaker finds itself pitted against some tough rivals from the likes of JBL, Bose and Ultimate Ears. So, how does it fare in its battle for supremacy?Well, firstly, LG has looked to focus on this speaker's design – specifically its phenomenal durability. The
  
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• How to program your iPhone's Action Button to summon ChatGPT's voice assistant

  03-01-2025 11:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Unlike Siri, OpenAI Advanced Voice uses your phone's camera to understand your surroundings. If you have one of these iPhone models, here's how to get started.
  
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• Games to look forward to in 2025: Avowed

  03-01-2025 11:00 via theguardian.com
  
  Fun combat, breezy banter and colourful characters promise to make this role playing game from Obsidian a must-play for fans of SkyrimThere was a long-running joke that Bethesda’s Skyrim had become so ubiquitous that it would run on anything. Starting life on the humble Xbox 360, it found its way on to Nintendo Switch, virtual reality headsets, PS5 and even Amazon’s Alexa. After more than 13 years, its sequel is still nowhere to be seen, so role playing game veterans Obsidian are off
  
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• Getting creative: African YouTubers and TikTokers search for ways to make it pay

  03-01-2025 10:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The £2.4bn sector is thriving, says a new report, as online demand grows for authentic cultural content created outside the global north – but there are still challengesVlogs by the Nigerian content creator Tayo Aina, on anything from Nigeria’s japa (emigration) wave and voodoo festivals in Benin, to time with the Afrobeats star Davido or the last hunter-gatherer tribes in Tanzania, can garner millions of views on YouTube.Aina, 31, who started his channel in 2017 while working
  
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• Why Apple is offering rare iPhone discounts in China

  03-01-2025 07:04 via bbc.com
  
  Rival technology giant Huawei has also cut smartphone prices in the run-up to the Lunar New Year holiday.
  
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• Dreame X40 Ultra review: the smartest robovac yet

  03-01-2025 07:00 via techradar.com
  
  Dreame X40 Ultra: two-minute review
  Dreame Technologies hasn’t been around long but, since its inception in 2017, the brand has made some excellent robot vacuums, including the Dreame L20 Ultra. The X40 Ultra succeeds the older model (as well as the X30 Ultra), bringing much-improved intelligence and tracking compared to lesser bots, as well as a fairly unique collection of features. For those who want something slightly cheaper, it's well worth checking out our Dreame L40 Ultra review.Lik
  
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