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• 4 Days Left: Download Your TikTok Videos Before the Jan. 19 Ban

  15-01-2025 23:58 via cnet.com
  
  If the 2025 TikTok ban does happen, you may lose access to your videos. Here's how to download them to your phone.
  
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• This is the best money management app I've tested - and right now it's 50% off

  15-01-2025 23:51 via zdnet.com
  
  When Mint shut down, I needed a new money app to budget and track my finances. This is still the best alternative I tested.
  
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• Gmail's new button makes using Gemini to reply to emails on Android a breeze

  15-01-2025 23:46 via zdnet.com
  
  A new 'insert' button will make it faster to use Gemini's AI-written replies.
  
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• Agents have entered the Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

  15-01-2025 23:37 via zdnet.com
  
  If you use Microsoft 365 Copilot for work, you'll like this upgrade.
  
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• How would a Tiktok ban work in the US?

  15-01-2025 23:35 via theguardian.com
  
  Biden signed a law banning the app in January – if parent firm ByteDance fails to block it, here’s what could happenUS supreme court seems likely to uphold TikTok ban-or-sale lawThe US supreme court will hear arguments on Friday from TikTok and its China-based owner ByteDance, which is seeking to block a law signed by Joe Biden that will ban the short-form video app beginning on 19 January unless it is divested from ByteDance. TikTok has said divestment is “not possible technol
  
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• Boil Water Notices in Effect: What They Are and What You Need to Do

  15-01-2025 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  Some Los Angeles areas affected by the recent wildfires have been living under a boil water advisory for days now.
  
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• 3 Things You Should Definitely Do Before the TikTok Ban on Jan. 19

  15-01-2025 23:27 via cnet.com
  
  If TikTok finally meets its fate on Sunday, you'll want to be prepared.
  
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• Optoma UHZ66 review: a bright but basic 4K laser projector

  15-01-2025 23:09 via techradar.com
  
  Optoma UHZ66 4K laser projector: one-minute review
  The Optoma UHZ66 is a rather staid update to the company’s projector lineup. It offers a bright 4K picture with solid contrast and the useful ability to drop down to 1080p and run at 240Hz for smooth gaming, but it’s not breaking the mold in any particular way. It may have good color, but it does not match competitors like the JMGO N1S Ultra.HDR viewing on the Optoma UHZ66 leaves plenty to be desired, and its bland design isn’t
  
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• FDA Bans Use of Red Dye No. 3 in US Food and Drink

  15-01-2025 22:53 via cnet.com
  
  Food manufacturers have until 2027 to remove the controversial ingredient from products.
  
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• EveryDollar Review 2025: Best App to Fine-Tune Your Budgeting Skills

  15-01-2025 22:22 via cnet.com
  
  If you struggle with sticking to a budget, this app's granular approach could help. But it requires some work on your part.
  
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• New Black Ops 6 Zombies Map, The Tomb, Launches in Season 2

  15-01-2025 22:17 via cnet.com
  
  It's nearly time for players to enter The Tomb to battle more undead on the quest for the fabled Sentinel Artifact.
  
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• Best Headphones for 2025

  15-01-2025 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for a new pair of headphones? Browse our top picks of the best headphones available -- all approved by CNET's mobile audio editor.
  
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• The best Amazon deals right now: January 2025

  15-01-2025 22:14 via zdnet.com
  
  Holiday sales are over, but you can still shop super savings during the first month of 2025. Here are our favorite deals so far.
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Jan. 16, #1307

  15-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1307 for Jan. 16.
  
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• Rising Energy Costs Push Inflation Up Again. Ways You Can Save This Winter

  15-01-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  A few simple tricks can help you reduce at least one cost that's re-triggering inflation.
  
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• The best smart rings of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  15-01-2025 21:41 via zdnet.com
  
  Focusing on your sleep and activity in the new year? Better understand your health with the help of a smart ring wrapped around your finger. I've tested the best wearables on the market.
  
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• Best Wireless Earbuds of 2025

  15-01-2025 21:40 via cnet.com
  
  These are the best wireless Bluetooth earbuds that CNET editors have tested, including top models from Apple, Beats, Bose, Samsung and others.
  
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• The best live TV streaming services of 2025: Expert tested

  15-01-2025 21:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Welcome the cozy winter nights with the best live TV streaming services including YouTube TV, Sling TV, Hulu Live, and more.
  
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• Microsoft's Copilot AI is coming to your Office apps - and it won't come cheap

  15-01-2025 21:25 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft 365 subscribers in Australia, New Zealand, and some Asian markets just got an AI upgrade, along with a huge price increase. How long until customers in the US and Europe see the same?
  
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• Fox Sports Will Stream the Super Bowl in 4K for Free on Tubi

  15-01-2025 21:12 via cnet.com
  
  Fox is using the Big Game to raise awareness of its free streaming service.
  
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• Play God of War: Ragnarök and More With PlayStation Plus Soon

  15-01-2025 21:11 via cnet.com
  
  Subscribers can play the award-winning game on Jan. 21.
  
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• Should you replace your Wi-Fi router with a VPN-ready one? Here's how mine fared

  15-01-2025 21:10 via zdnet.com
  
  Using a VPN for home coverage can be technical and time-consuming. I tested one of the more popular solutions, Privacy Hero 2, and here's how it did.
  
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• How AI can help you manage your finances (and what to watch out for)

  15-01-2025 21:08 via zdnet.com
  
  AI finance tools are taking off, but they're not a catch-all solution for money management. Here's what you should know about using them.
  
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• PC running slow? This tiny storage drive gave mine an instant speed boost

  15-01-2025 21:07 via zdnet.com
  
  Instead of buying an all-new processor, this thumb-sized 1TB storage drive gave my old PC a much-needed speed boost.
  
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• Best Lenovo Laptop for 2025

  15-01-2025 21:06 via cnet.com
  
  Check out our favorite ThinkPad and Yoga laptops, tested and reviewed by CNET's laptop experts.
  
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• How the 'ChatGPT of healthcare' could accelerate rheumatoid arthritis treatment

  15-01-2025 20:59 via zdnet.com
  
  AI computer start-up Cerebras and the Mayo Clinic propose a foundation model for genomics and disease.
  
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• 'Severance' FOMO? You Can Watch Season 1 in Full for Free on Roku

  15-01-2025 20:53 via cnet.com
  
  The hit show returns to Apple TV Plus on Friday, but everyone can watch the first season for free right now.
  
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• This low-cost Lenovo gaming PC is a desktop I recommend to most people - and it's on sale

  15-01-2025 20:51 via zdnet.com
  
  The Lenovo LOQ Tower 17IRR9 is a solid little machine capable of handling most workloads. And the best part is that it's fairly inexpensive for the specs.
  
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• These Alexa-enabled smart glasses beat the Meta Ray-Bans in key ways, and they're $90 off right now

  15-01-2025 20:36 via zdnet.com
  
  The Amazon Echo Frames (3rd Gen) may be the most subtle-looking pair of smart glasses on the market, and they're only $180 now.
  
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• Surprise Call of Duty Double XP Week Starts Now in Black Ops 6

  15-01-2025 20:34 via cnet.com
  
  115 Day, the annual Call of Duty zombies celebration, heralds double player level XP, weapon XP, battle pass XP and a boosted Gobblegum earn rate in a win for all players.
  
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• Downloads, Trump and VPNs: Everything to Know About the Potential TikTok Ban

  15-01-2025 20:25 via cnet.com
  
  The law could go into effect on Sunday, so here's what could happen.
  
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• Finally, a MagSafe battery pack that works flawlessly with my Pixel 9 Pro - and it has a cooling fan

  15-01-2025 20:20 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're wary of power banks that get uncomfortably warm while charging, the Sharge Icemag 2 is designed to avoid this issue.
  
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• Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2 mobile workstation review

  15-01-2025 20:12 via techradar.com
  
  Lenovo's ThinkPad lineup has always been a significant grouping of offerings for business professionals. The Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 2 is no different. It targets professionals who need workstation-grade performance on the go.The ThinkPad P16 is one of the best Lenovo ThinkPad laptops around - ideal for heavy computational and graphical work.Compared to the P16, I view the P16v Gen 2 as a ThinkPad P16 lite. But that's not any official branding; it's just my viewpoint. It's a slightly less power
  
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• Walmart Chicken Broth Recalled in Numerous States Due to Spoilage Issue

  15-01-2025 20:10 via cnet.com
  
  More than 2,000 cases of Great Value chicken broth have been recalled in nine states.
  
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• Why I prefer this cordless stick vacuum over my Dyson - and it has nothing to do with price

  15-01-2025 20:05 via zdnet.com
  
  The Tineco Pure One Station cordless vacuum cleaner has quickly become a household favorite for its innovative and helpful features.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Jan. 16, #585

  15-01-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 585 for Jan. 16.
  
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• I Conquered My Insomnia. Here's the Easy Sleep Hack That Puts Me Right to Sleep

  15-01-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's the simple sleep tip I use to keep nighttime anxiety at bay.
  
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• YNAB Review 2025: Best Budgeting App for Detailed Money Management

  15-01-2025 19:45 via cnet.com
  
  Get a handle on your spending with this popular budgeting app.
  
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• My Wife and I Kept Our Finances Separate for 15 Years. Here's Why We Changed Our Mind in 2025

  15-01-2025 19:41 via cnet.com
  
  After over a decade together, we're ready to commit to combining our finances.
  
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• Best Dell Laptop for 2025

  15-01-2025 19:38 via cnet.com
  
  For work, for school, for gaming or a little of everything, here are the best laptops Dell has to offer right now.
  
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• The best free VPNs of 2025: Expert tested

  15-01-2025 19:24 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the best free VPNs from reputable companies that offer solid services. Here's what to know, how to avoid security risks, and what ZDNET's recommendations are.
  
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• DJI's Software No Longer Blocks Drones from Flying Over Military Posts and Airports

  15-01-2025 19:08 via cnet.com
  
  The drone maker is removing restrictions that prevented its products from being allowed to fly over restricted areas, ceding control to drone pilots.
  
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• Plugable USB-C Dual 4K Display HDMI or DisplayPort Horizontal Docking Station review

  15-01-2025 19:06 via techradar.com
  
  In an age of hybrid work environments, having a reliable docking station can significantly enhance productivity. The Plugable USB-C Dual 4K Display HDMI or DisplayPort Docking Station is designed for professionals who need multi-monitor support, excellent connectivity, and powerful charging options, all with DisplayLink baked in. That's what this Plugable dock has to offer.It may be tailored to Mac, but with the design language and the use of DisplayLink, it can be used with any operating system
  
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• Premier League Soccer: Livestream Newcastle vs. Wolves From Anywhere

  15-01-2025 19:05 via cnet.com
  
  A win for the Magpies will see them go fourth in the table.
  
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• Switching to Mushroom Coffee? Everything to Know Before Swapping Out Your Morning Cup of Joe

  15-01-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Mushroom coffee is trending again. We dive into the cost, taste and potential health benefits of ditching your normal cup of coffee.
  
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• Apple Cider Vinegar: How to Maximize the Home and Health Benefits

  15-01-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  This is everything you need to know about the benefits, potential side effects and proper dosage of apple cider vinegar for health.
  
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• Helix Dusk Luxe Mattress Review 2025: A Comfortable Pillow-Top Bed

  15-01-2025 18:59 via cnet.com
  
  Nothing quite compares to the plush feel of a good pillow-top mattress, and we've put the Duxe Luxe through its paces.
  
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• COSORI Smart Nutrition Scale review: The future of nutrition?

  15-01-2025 18:56 via techradar.com
  
  COSORI Smart Nutrition Scale: Two-minute review
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  New for 2025 in the world of health and fitness technology is the enticing COSORI Smart Nutrition Scale. I actually first encountered it on TikTok where I've seen a couple of viral posts about it, and now COSORI has officially launched the Smart Kitchen Scale in the UK. See the Price and Availability section for full details.As a fitness enthusiast with an interest in food and nutrition, but as someone who often struggles to
  
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• When You'll Receive Your W-2 Form for Income Taxes and How to Read It

  15-01-2025 18:47 via cnet.com
  
  W-2 forms are starting to arrive in mailboxes and inboxes. Here's why you need that form for the 2025 tax season.
  
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• The Blue Ghost Lunar Lander Is Now Headed to the Moon: Here's What to Know

  15-01-2025 18:41 via cnet.com
  
  March 2 is the targeted landing date.
  
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