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• Apple's MagSafe Charging Explained: Qi2, Faster Charging and More Accessories

  22-04-2025 23:11 via cnet.com
  
  Your MagSafe accessories might work for both iPhones and Android phones as the Qi2 standard expands its reach.
  
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• My 5 go-to Linux commands for troubleshooting - and how I use them

  22-04-2025 22:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Having issues in Linux? These commands can help you get to the bottom of them.
  
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• Review: McDonald's Minecraft Meals Feature The Hottest Nugget Sauce Ever

  22-04-2025 22:21 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: Here's our review of the Minecraft Happy Meals and Minecraft Movie Meals. You've still got time to try them.
  
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• Biometrics vs. passcodes: What lawyers say if you're worried about warrantless phone searches

  22-04-2025 22:19 via zdnet.com
  
  Do passcodes really protect you more from warrantless phone searches than biometrics? It's complicated.
  
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• How To Stream Pope Francis' Funeral -- and the Movie About Picking the Next Pope

  22-04-2025 22:03 via cnet.com
  
  The papal funeral is scheduled for Saturday, April 26. It will be a more modest event than others, for a modest man.
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for April 23, #1404

  22-04-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints -- and the answer -- for today's Wordle No. 1,404 for April 23.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for April 23, #416

  22-04-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 416 for April 23.
  
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• Runners and Clickers and Bloaters, Oh My! All the Infected Variants in 'The Last of Us'

  22-04-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  The cordyceps infection has changed the world, filling it with mindless killing machines. Find out exactly what's waiting outside the walls.
  
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• Will We Get the New Apple AirPods Pro 3 This Year? Here's Everything We Know

  22-04-2025 21:57 via cnet.com
  
  Rumors suggest Apple will upgrade its flagship noise-canceling earbuds later this year. Here's everything I know about the AirPods Pro 3 and the upgrades I'd like to see.
  
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• Spring Cleaning for Earth Day: Where to Recycle Computers and Printers for Free

  22-04-2025 21:56 via cnet.com
  
  You may even get store credit when you trade in your PCs, laptops and printers.
  
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• I changed 10 Samsung phone settings to instantly improve the user experience

  22-04-2025 21:38 via zdnet.com
  
  Samsung phones are full of features - are you using them all? These settings could be the upgrade you didn't know you needed.
  
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• Samsung now sells refurbished Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24 at discounted prices

  22-04-2025 21:30 via zdnet.com
  
  With Samsung's Certified Renewed program, you can get a like-new flagship phone at a great price while helping reduce e-waste.
  
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• Tick Season Has Arrived. Try This Trick to Safely Remove a Tick Without Tweezers

  22-04-2025 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Tick bites can cause a variety of diseases but staying vigilant can help you protect yourself.
  
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• Max Streaming Password Crackdown: $8 Extra Member Fee Rollout Begins

  22-04-2025 21:28 via cnet.com
  
  The streaming service will allow members to add only one extra user.
  
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• This Wi-Fi 7 router solved my big internet headache - and it's fairly affordable

  22-04-2025 21:14 via zdnet.com
  
  With Wi-Fi 7 taking over home networking, I put a midrange Eero mesh router to the test to power my smart home setup.
  
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• How Do I Sign Up for a Library Card? What to Do and What It Gets You

  22-04-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Library cards be "one of the most powerful tools anyone can have which offers access to many resources beyond books," one advocate told CNET.
  
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• 'Andor' Season 2 Debuts Tonight: Here's When to Stream the Star Wars Series

  22-04-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Strap in for a three-part kickoff that will take us on Cassian Andor's journey toward becoming a Rebel Alliance hero.
  
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• I found the most complete wireless charger for my iPhone - and it has a handy kickstand

  22-04-2025 20:58 via zdnet.com
  
  The Torras PolarCircle lives up to its name, offering fast wireless iPhone charging without the heat.
  
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• If You Don't Want AI on Your iPhone or Mac, Here's How to Turn It Off

  22-04-2025 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  Not sold on Apple Intelligence? It's easy to disable specific features or turn it all off in iOS or MacOS.
  
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• The cheap keychain tool I never leave home without (and why it's so great)

  22-04-2025 20:54 via zdnet.com
  
  It may look unassuming, but this keychain tool is built to last and ready to tackle a surprisingly wide range of tasks.
  
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• Instagram's Video Editing App Is Out Now: Unlock All the Biggest Features

  22-04-2025 20:53 via cnet.com
  
  If you use CapCut for TikTok, you'll want to try Edits for Instagram Reels.
  
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• How to Make and 3D Print a Personalized AI Action Figure of Yourself

  22-04-2025 20:51 via cnet.com
  
  It's not too late to jump on the AI action figure "Barbie box" bandwagon -- and to 3D print it so you can have it for real.
  
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• I switched from my Pixel 9 Pro to the 9a for three weeks - here's my buying advice now

  22-04-2025 20:49 via zdnet.com
  
  The Pixel 9a skips the flashy features, but it gets the basics right - a solid formula for long-term success.
  
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• I tested the largest bike computer for tracking fitness metrics - here's my buying advice

  22-04-2025 20:36 via zdnet.com
  
  Wahoo's first touchscreen bike computer features a large display, making glancing at ride metrics easier than ever.
  
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• Bluesky Introduces Blue Checkmarks and New Verification Methods

  22-04-2025 20:35 via cnet.com
  
  Unlike on X, users cannot pay for a blue checkmark on Bluesky.
  
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• We Learned About the Health Benefits of Honey, and Here's What You Should Know

  22-04-2025 20:32 via cnet.com
  
  Not only can you use honey as a sugar substitute, but it may also provide health benefits when used appropriately.
  
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• Tech Clutter Overload: New CNET Survey Shows 31% of US Adults Hang On to Old Devices

  22-04-2025 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  Despite incentives for selling and trading tech devices, a large number of phones, computer and game consoles end up neglected and unused.
  
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• The best silent mouse of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  22-04-2025 20:29 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the best silent mouse options from Logitech, HP, Razer, and more to find the quietest options for focused, click-free work.
  
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• New to Linux? Don't try these 7 distros (yet)

  22-04-2025 20:25 via zdnet.com
  
  Here's my shortlist of Linux distributions you should avoid until you have plenty of experience under your belt.
  
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• Are You a 'Twitter Quitter?' Over 35 Million People Are Using Bluesky

  22-04-2025 20:24 via cnet.com
  
  Star Wars star Mark Hamill, author Stephen King and millions of others now are using the social-media site Bluesky.
  
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• Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders: Times Confirmed at Several US Retailers

  22-04-2025 20:23 via cnet.com
  
  Walmart, Target and GameStop have all confirmed when their preorders will officially go live on April 24.
  
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• Yes, the Ice Bucket Challenge Is Splashing Back Into Your Feed: Here's Why

  22-04-2025 20:08 via cnet.com
  
  The challenge raised millions of dollars for ALS research in 2014. Now, it's back promoting mental health support.
  
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• Today's Refinance Rates on April 22, 2025: Refi Rates Inch Down for Homeowners

  22-04-2025 20:06 via cnet.com
  
  If you're hoping to refinance your home this year, here's what to know about where mortgage rates are headed.
  
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• Today's Mortgage Rates for April 22, 2025: Market Turmoil Keeps Rates High, Just Shy of 7%

  22-04-2025 20:03 via cnet.com
  
  Mortgage rates have been more volatile than usual in recent weeks, with a weakening economic outlook and an intensifying trade war keeping investors on their toes.
  
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• How Much Sleep Do You Really Need? We Asked the Experts

  22-04-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Think you know how much sleep you need? Experts break down the science behind sleep stages, personal needs and what happens when you don’t get enough.
  
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• Google Flights Knows the Best Time to Book for the Cheapest Plane Tickets

  22-04-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Knowing when to buy your ticket is just as important as knowing where you're going. Google Flights has you covered.
  
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• I Ate My Way Through 25 Different Meal Kits to Find You the 10 Best

  22-04-2025 19:58 via cnet.com
  
  You might try a meal kit to save time, cut costs, eat healthier -- or because cooking isn’t your strong suit. We tested both heat-and-serve and cook-and-serve kits to find the best options.
  
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• The best lawn mowers of 2025: Expert picks

  22-04-2025 19:56 via zdnet.com
  
  I spent five years working in a factory that produces lawn mowers, so I broke down different options from top brands to help you find the right fit for your lawn this spring.
  
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• I tested Amazon's latest soundbar system and it lives up to the hype. Here's why

  22-04-2025 19:55 via zdnet.com
  
  The Amazon Fire Soundbar Plus is a complete home entertainment package, and it doesn't require pairing with a Fire TV.
  
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• Some of the clearest night footage I've seen comes from this 4K camera - and it's on sale

  22-04-2025 19:47 via zdnet.com
  
  The new EufyCam S3 Pro promises to capture night footage as clearly as daytime footage and delivers.
  
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• iOS 18.5 Public Beta 2 Just Dropped. Don't Get Too Excited

  22-04-2025 19:47 via cnet.com
  
  Don't expect many new features from Apple as it prepares for WWDC in June.
  
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• The Kindle Scribe is the E Ink tablet I recommend most, and it's 27% off for Amazon's Book Sale

  22-04-2025 19:46 via zdnet.com
  
  Amazon's Kindle Scribe is a well-optimized e-reader with robust note-taking features. Right now, it's $145 off and comes with a folio case.
  
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• This Kindle accessory seriously elevated my reading experience, and it only costs $20

  22-04-2025 19:43 via zdnet.com
  
  Strapsicle's silicone straps secure my Kindle Paperwhite and give me the perfect grip for comfortable reading, and they don't break the bank. It's the perfect time to snag a pair during Amazon's Book Sale.
  
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• Apple TV Plus Deal: You Can Still Get 3 Months of Streaming for $9

  22-04-2025 19:37 via cnet.com
  
  Binge Severance, Ted Lasso or the new satirical series, The Studio, with a discount.
  
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• I gave up my Kindle and iPad within hours of testing this tablet - and it's on sale

  22-04-2025 19:34 via zdnet.com
  
  I've used a Kindle for years, but with the TCL Tab 10 Nxtpaper 5G on sale, it's become my go-to e-reader tablet - at least until the next upgrade drops.
  
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• Where to Watch Conclave, the Vatican Thriller About Electing a New Pope

  22-04-2025 19:24 via cnet.com
  
  The Oscar-nominated 2024 film, starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and Isabella Rossellini, offers a fictionalized, high-stakes look at what happens behind the Vatican's closed doors.
  
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• With Android 16, the Linux terminal gets all the space it needs

  22-04-2025 19:20 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest Android 16 beta lets Pixel phone users allocate as much storage for the Linux terminal as needed.
  
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• Motorola Razr 60 Promo Pictures Leak Ahead of Announcement

  22-04-2025 19:04 via cnet.com
  
  We got our first purported look at Motorola's new foldable phone just two days before its announcement, but there was no leak for the Razr 60 Ultra.
  
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• Cyber attack on M&S leads to click and collect delays

  22-04-2025 18:48 via bbc.com
  
  Angry customers have also complained of being unable to use vouchers and gift cards.
  
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• Google Doodle Spells Out Company Name With Nature For Earth Day 2025

  22-04-2025 18:46 via cnet.com
  
  Photos of the French Alps, Utah, the Maldives, Quebec, Australia and Argentina show the naturally occurring letters.
  
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