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• Say Hello to the Switch 2 Welcome Tour, Nintendo's Tech Demo That Costs Money

  04-04-2025 23:35 via cnet.com
  
  Fans aren't thrilled that the $450 console doesn't simply include a copy of the tutorial game.
  
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• How to Watch March Madness 2025 Without Cable

  04-04-2025 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  Check out the best streaming options to watch the men's and women's Final Four and national championship games without cable. Get game schedules and streaming details.
  
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• Microsoft Copilot Updates Make the AI Companion Much More Personal

  04-04-2025 23:23 via cnet.com
  
  Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant will be asking permission to learn your pet's name, your likes and your dislikes as part of a suite of new updates.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for April 5, #194

  04-04-2025 23:10 via cnet.com
  
  Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 194,for April 5.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for April 5, #398

  04-04-2025 23:04 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 398 for April 5.
  
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• This foldable keyboard and mouse is a game-changer for work travel, and couldn't be more portable

  04-04-2025 23:04 via zdnet.com
  
  ProtoArc's CaseUp combo packs a full-sized wireless keyboard, mouse, and laptop stand into a sleek, travel-friendly case.
  
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• Buy or Wait Guide: 10 Experts Predict How Tariffs Will Change Tech Prices in 2025 and What to Do Now

  04-04-2025 23:04 via cnet.com
  
  From cars to cameras, CNET experts weigh in on what you should consider buying now before tariffs increase prices.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 5, #664

  04-04-2025 22:50 via cnet.com
  
  Hints and answers for Connections for April 5, #664.
  
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• If you're planning to upgrade your phone, you might want to buy one now - here's why

  04-04-2025 22:49 via zdnet.com
  
  President Trump's new economic plan, set to take effect tomorrow, could shake up global tech manufacturing - potentially hitting consumers the hardest.
  
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• Dealing With a Distilled Water Shortage? Make Your Own at Home With These Tips

  04-04-2025 22:45 via cnet.com
  
  Distilled water is crucial during emergencies. If you can't get to a store, it's possible to make your own at home.
  
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• ChatGPT Glossary: 50 AI Terms Everyone Should Know

  04-04-2025 22:35 via cnet.com
  
  AI is becoming a part of our daily lives. To stay on top of dinner conversations, here are the important terms you need to know?
  
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• Trump Gives TikTok Another 75 Days to Strike a Sale

  04-04-2025 22:20 via cnet.com
  
  The president says he's signing an executive order to push back enforcement of the ban again, pushing back the previous deadline of Saturday.
  
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• Grand Theft Auto 5, South of Midnight and More Coming to Xbox Game Pass Soon

  04-04-2025 22:19 via cnet.com
  
  Subscribers can play these games and more with a Game Pass subscription.
  
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• Change These 9 iPhone Settings After You Install iOS 18.4

  04-04-2025 22:18 via cnet.com
  
  If you haven't yet taken advantage of these changes, the iOS 18.4 update is a great opportunity to dive in.
  
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• Microsoft unveils 9 new Copilot features - you can try some now

  04-04-2025 22:13 via zdnet.com
  
  Marking the company's 50th anniversary, Microsoft's AI companion just got a lot smarter. Even free users can enjoy these.
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for April 5, #1386

  04-04-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,386 for April 5.
  
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• The IRS Has Issued Close to $200 Billion in Tax Refunds So Far in 2025

  04-04-2025 21:56 via cnet.com
  
  Nine weeks into tax season, and the average refund is still tracking higher than last year's average.
  
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• Thinking About Using VPNs to Get Around a TikTok Ban? Here's Why That Might Not Work

  04-04-2025 21:54 via cnet.com
  
  Trump's new 75-day extension means TikTok's future is still uncertain. But my testing shows a VPN might not be the answer.
  
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• Muse S Athena Review: A Brain Fitness Tracker That Lets You Fly an Owl With Your Mind

  04-04-2025 21:48 via cnet.com
  
  This neurotech device tracks brainwaves and oxygen levels to improve your mental fitness. I tested it to see if it's worth the $475 price tag.
  
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• Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders delayed, new price hike likely - here's why

  04-04-2025 21:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Spooked by Trump's new tariffs, Nintendo is pausing console pre-orders in the US. The June 5 launch is unchanged.
  
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• Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders: New Tariffs Mean US Customers Will Have to Wait

  04-04-2025 21:39 via cnet.com
  
  We've got all the need-to-know details about the new console, but Nintendo's recent announcement has caused some uncertainty.
  
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• TikTok Is Safe for Now, but Here's What You Need to Know Just in Case

  04-04-2025 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  President Donald Trump extended the deadline for the sale of TikTok for another 75 days.
  
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• I Tried a Techy Solution for Sagging Skin. Here Are My Honest Thoughts

  04-04-2025 21:29 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: Sofwave brands itself as a skin-firming, jowl-tightening, noninvasive procedure. I took it for a spin.
  
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• Can't Get Enough Sun? Try These 11 Foods Packed With Vitamin D

  04-04-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are foods to add to your diet for an immunity boost if you are vitamin D deficient.
  
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• These Noise-Canceling Earbuds Do Everything I Need, and They're Less Than Half the Price of Apple's AirPods 4

  04-04-2025 20:59 via cnet.com
  
  The Earfun Air Pro 4's passive noise cancellation helps me read in my noisy house, and they're 20% off their already discounted price.
  
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• US Stock Market Plummets: Get Investing Experts' Advice for Protecting Your Savings

  04-04-2025 20:52 via cnet.com
  
  New tariff policies have prompted a huge sell-off in the US stock markets and uncertainty for investors.
  
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• Don't Want to Spring for a New Home Security System? Repurpose Your Old Phone Instead

  04-04-2025 20:46 via cnet.com
  
  Give your old device a second life as a home security camera.
  
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• The TikTok Ban Extension Means CapCut's Future Is Uncertain. Try One of These Replacements

  04-04-2025 20:39 via cnet.com
  
  Video editors might want to use the 75-day extension to investigate these potential CapCut alternatives.
  
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• Why Temu's bargain prices are about to hit a tariff wall

  04-04-2025 20:27 via zdnet.com
  
  Trump is closing the de minimis loophole. Here's how this policy change will impact Chinese imports - and your wallet.
  
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• Worried About How Tariffs Will Affect Energy Prices? Here's What Might Happen

  04-04-2025 20:22 via cnet.com
  
  US consumers are facing tariffs on Canadian energy and other goods. We asked experts how that might affect the US economy, consumers and businesses.
  
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• TikTok Ban: Trump Extends Deadline Again

  04-04-2025 20:17 via cnet.com
  
  The president says he's signing an executive order to push back enforcement of the ban by another 75 days.
  
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• 5 easy ways to instantly improve your soundbar's audio (without spending a dime)

  04-04-2025 20:16 via zdnet.com
  
  A soundbar is the first step to bringing cinematic sound into your home, but a few simple tweaks can elevate the experience even further.
  
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• The best iRobot vacuums of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  04-04-2025 20:07 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the most popular Roomba models to help you choose the best iRobot vacuum for your cleaning automation needs.
  
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• I love MidJourney's latest AI image generator, but there's just one catch

  04-04-2025 20:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Midjourney V7 offers two distinct modes with different costs and speeds. Here's how to fully unlock this new Alpha version.
  
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• Marvel Rivals Season 2 Adds New Vanguard Emma Frost, Krakoa Map

  04-04-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Emma Frost and Ultron are joining the Rivals roster in season 2, and developers are upping the pace to one new hero per month starting with season 3.
  
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• F1: How to Watch and Stream the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix

  04-04-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Will it be another McLaren triumph at Suzuka?
  
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• Stop Crushing Your Aluminum Cans. How to Recycle Like a Pro

  04-04-2025 19:45 via cnet.com
  
  Recycling takes more than just throwing an empty can in the bin. Here's how to do it properly.
  
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• Nintendo Switch 2 Live Updates: Preorders Delayed, Game Previews and Latest News

  04-04-2025 19:34 via cnet.com
  
  All of Nintendo's Switch 2 hardware and gaming livestreams have ended -- here's all the news about the console.
  
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• Nintendo Switch 2 Live Updates: Pre-orders Delayed, Game Previews, and Latest News

  04-04-2025 19:34 via cnet.com
  
  All of Nintendo's Switch 2 hardware and gaming livestreams have ended -- here's all the news about the console.
  
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• The leg rest on the Boulies Master Rex gaming chair almost had me convinced but that's not the reason to buy one

  04-04-2025 19:00 via techradar.com
  
  Boulies Master Rex gaming chair: One-minute review
  The Boulies Master Rex is a relaxed gaming chair with an integrated leg rest and various adjustments for improved comfort and versatility.It’s a good-looking chair, and the Charcoal Grey finish on my review unit made it appear even smarter, although I found the black suede accents a little jarring and unnecessary. Overall, though, this is a relatively understated gaming chair that wouldn’t look out of place in any environment.I also
  
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• Mortgage Rate Predictions: Will Tariffs Impact Spring Homebuying?

  04-04-2025 18:39 via cnet.com
  
  Experts say mortgage interest rates could see volatility with the increased risk of a global trade war and recession.
  
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• Earthfoam Mattress Review: The Newest Contender in Latex Beds video

  04-04-2025 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  Sleep coach Owen Poole reviews the Earthfoam mattress.
  
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• TikTok Could Be Banned Again. Here's What You Need to Know Just in Case

  04-04-2025 18:22 via cnet.com
  
  Amazon and Oracle are in the running to purchase the social media app.
  
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• Why this Bluetooth transmitter is a must-have for frequent travelers - especially at this price

  04-04-2025 18:09 via zdnet.com
  
  The Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 brings upgraded audio quality, connectivity, and usability for in-flight entertainment systems, so you can stress less about poor signals.
  
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• Kindle's new AI recap feature helps bring you up to speed - how to try it

  04-04-2025 18:05 via zdnet.com
  
  Do you get lost when starting a new book in a series? Kindle's latest feature makes catching up on characters and plot points easier.
  
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• Are smart planters actually viable at home? I tested one for 45 days, and here's my advice

  04-04-2025 18:05 via zdnet.com
  
  After over a month of growing lettuce in the Plantaform Rejuvenate, I finally have a homegrown salad - plus plenty of extra greens to go around.
  
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• Nintendo pulls Switch 2 pre-orders in US over Trump tariffs

  04-04-2025 18:04 via bbc.com
  It unveiled the console on Wednesday just hours before the president announced a wave of global tariffs.
  
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• Did iOS 18.4 wreck CarPlay for you? Try these fixes to get back on track

  04-04-2025 18:03 via zdnet.com
  
  The iOS 18.4 update seems to be causing CarPlay glitches. Here's what's going wrong and what you can do.
  
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• Bundesliga Soccer Livestream: How to Watch Augsburg vs. Bayern Munich From Anywhere

  04-04-2025 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  A win for Die Roten at WWK Arena today would see them go 9 points clear at the top of the league.
  
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• We Tried It: This Glass-Bottom Air Fryer Is the Best That Money Can Buy

  04-04-2025 17:31 via cnet.com
  
  Two CNET kitchen editors agree: Ninja's new glass air fryer is a superior oven for all your crispy, quick-cooking needs.
  
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