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• 1.8 Million SharkNinja Pressure Cookers Recalled Over Burn Risk

  02-05-2025 23:46 via cnet.com
  
  The recalled pressure cookers can unlock while still under pressure, causing the hot contents to fly out and burn users.
  
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• I replaced my iPad with this cheap Android 15 tablet, and it surprisingly held up

  02-05-2025 23:16 via zdnet.com
  
  The Blackview Mega 2 features a large screen, long battery life, and dependable performance, making it an excellent fit for those on a budget.
  
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• Co-op cyber attack affects customer data, firm admits, after hackers contact BBC

  02-05-2025 23:08 via bbc.com
  The firm previously said there was "no evidence that customer data was compromised".
  
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• We Finally Have Video Footage of a Colossal Squid After 100 Years: Watch Now

  02-05-2025 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  The video shows the baby squid's see-through body, which looks like it's made of glass.
  
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• Speed Up Your Roku With This 30-Second Fix

  02-05-2025 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  Is your Roku slowing down or freezing up? This trick could make it as good as new.
  
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• Meet Angel/Zeke, a Rare 2-Headed Snake Surviving Against the Odds

  02-05-2025 22:42 via cnet.com
  
  A cute and crawly kingsnake with two heads is chowing on mice and chilling with its keepers at the East Bay Vivarium in California.
  
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• If You Have Leftover Wine, Save It for These 7 Recipes

  02-05-2025 22:24 via cnet.com
  
  The secret ingredient in these recipes is wine.
  
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• Uber Announces Partnership to Bring Robotaxis to Europe in 2026

  02-05-2025 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  Countries outside of the US and China will see autonomous vehicles on Uber starting early next year.
  
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• Protect Yourself from Anonymous Calls: Unknown Caller vs. No Caller ID

  02-05-2025 22:13 via cnet.com
  
  Learn the key difference between these two possibly sketchy incoming calls on the iPhone.
  
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• Free Movies You Can Stream This May on Tubi, Pluto TV and More

  02-05-2025 22:04 via cnet.com
  
  Lana Condor stars in the Tubi Original Worth the Wait, which arrives on May 23.
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 3, #1414

  02-05-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,414 for May 3.
  
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• Stream a Slew of Free Anime on Pluto TV's New Dedicated Channels

  02-05-2025 21:59 via cnet.com
  
  The platform even has a feed devoted entirely to Inuyasha.
  
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• Why this Bose portable speaker is my top recommendation for most people (and it's on sale)

  02-05-2025 21:48 via zdnet.com
  
  The Bose Soundlink Max checks all the right boxes for a portable speaker: loudness, sound clarity, durability, and a lengthy battery life.
  
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• 26 Best Last-Minute Mother's Day Gifts for Every Kind of Mom in 2025

  02-05-2025 21:45 via cnet.com
  
  Mother's Day is almost here, but shopping for a gift for Mom doesn't have to be stressful. Check out these outstanding gifts for the queen of the castle.
  
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• Are VPN-ready routers the best home Wi-Fi upgrade? My buying advice after testing one

  02-05-2025 21:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Setting up a VPN for your whole home isn't always easy - so I put one of the top contenders, Privacy Hero 2, to the test. Here's what I learned.
  
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• 53 Years After Its Launch, This Soviet Spacecraft Is About to Crash Into Earth

  02-05-2025 21:18 via cnet.com
  
  A defunct Soviet probe designed to land on Venus will have an uncontrolled reentry this month and pieces of it may make it to Earth's surface.
  
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• Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders: Here's the Latest Info on Restocks and Availability

  02-05-2025 21:13 via cnet.com
  
  In mere minutes, Nintendo Switch 2 preorders sold out. We're continuing to monitor retailers so you can stay in the loop on when the Switch 2 is available again.
  
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• The Best Place to Buy a Mattress in 2025

  02-05-2025 21:03 via cnet.com
  
  We've found all the best mattress brands and can point you in the right direction.
  
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• The Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower Will Peak Monday Night: Here's How to Watch

  02-05-2025 20:56 via cnet.com
  
  Pro stargazers and novice spectators alike will want to get outside on May 5 to see the Eta Aquarid meteor shower.
  
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• The best laptops for graphic designers in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  02-05-2025 20:32 via zdnet.com
  
  We went hands-on with the best laptops for graphic design, including machines from Apple, Dell, and Microsoft.
  
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• Is Zelle Down for You? What We Know About the Payment Service's Outage

  02-05-2025 20:18 via cnet.com
  
  There are several other peer-to-peer payment options if you urgently need to send or receive money.
  
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• Zelle Is Down: What We Know About the Payment Service's Outage

  02-05-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  There are several other peer-to-peer payment options if you need to send or receive money.
  
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• This Lenovo ThinkPad ditches its traditional design for one that would make my MacBook jealous

  02-05-2025 19:52 via zdnet.com
  
  The ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition puts a fresh spin on the classic workhorse, sporting a sleek design aimed squarely at winning over MacBook users.
  
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• Papal Conclave Begins Wednesday: How to Stream the Film About Electing a New Pope

  02-05-2025 19:48 via cnet.com
  
  The Oscar-winning film stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and Isabella Rossellini and offers a fictionalized, high-stakes look at what happens behind the Vatican's closed doors.
  
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• This portable laptop accessory solved my biggest problem with working from home

  02-05-2025 19:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Moft's Sit-Stand Laptop Desk is a portable solution that gives remote workers - whether on the go or tight on space - a flexible way to enjoy a standing desk setup.
  
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• Your TV's USB port has an underutilized feature that can save movie nights

  02-05-2025 19:46 via zdnet.com
  
  A cheap USB drive brings entertainment to your TV, even without internet access. Here's how to use one to play movies, music, photos, and more.
  
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• I tested a smart lock with facial recognition, and it spoiled every other one for me

  02-05-2025 19:41 via zdnet.com
  
  The Lockly Visage Zeno Series smart lock features some groundbreaking technology and, better yet, its performance delivers.
  
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• 10 Great Horror Movies to Watch on Prime Video

  02-05-2025 19:37 via cnet.com
  
  Abigail and Speak No Evil are among the top chilling picks.
  
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• Spotify's App Is Getting Subtle but Significant Changes. Here's Why

  02-05-2025 19:35 via cnet.com
  
  The move comes after a US judge ruled this week that Apple must stop collecting developer fees on web transactions.
  
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• How I make my own NFC tags to share my Wi-Fi password with guests - it's easy!

  02-05-2025 19:31 via zdnet.com
  
  NFC tags are so useful and customizable, and it's quite simple to make your own. Here's how and what you can do with it.
  
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• Shein, Temu Prices Surge as High as 377% Amid Tariffs. Temu Has a Plan to Address That

  02-05-2025 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  Temu is recruiting sellers in the US in an effort to keep prices in check.
  
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• Tubi Is Hiding Some of the Scariest Free Horror Movies You'll Ever Watch

  02-05-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  These terrifying picks on Tubi won't cost you a dime -- just your sleep.
  
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• This App Uses AI to Keep Dating Emotional, Yet Productive

  02-05-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Keepler wants to optimize the experience to turn your dating reflections, habits and decisions into feedback and, hopefully, more connections.
  
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• Google's best AI research tool is getting its own app - preorder it now

  02-05-2025 18:36 via zdnet.com
  
  NotebookLM apps are coming soon to Android and iOS. Here's how to be first in line.
  
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• 11 Smart Home Gadgets, Tips and Tricks to Keep Intruders Out

  02-05-2025 18:34 via cnet.com
  
  Prioritize your family's safety with these smart home security tips and tricks.
  
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• AI comes to Reddit's main search bar - who needs Google now?

  02-05-2025 18:14 via zdnet.com
  
  Over one million people a week already use Reddit Answers, but that number is about to explode.
  
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• Conclave: How to Stream the Film About Electing a New Pope

  02-05-2025 18:09 via cnet.com
  
  The Oscar-nominated film stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and Isabella Rossellini and offers a fictionalized, high-stakes look at what happens behind the Vatican's closed doors.
  
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• This $400 Motorola stylus phone shouldn't be this good, but I'm seriously impressed

  02-05-2025 18:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Despite its $400 price point, the Moto G Stylus punches well above its weight thanks to its snappy chipset and brilliant AMOLED screen.
  
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• Finally, I found an Android Auto adapter that's highly functional, lag-free, and priced well

  02-05-2025 18:04 via zdnet.com
  
  The AAWireless Two delivers the smoothest experience I've tested from a wireless Android Auto adapter, netting it a ZDNET Editors' Choice award.
  
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• 6 free AI study hacks you can use to conquer finals week - with zero cheating

  02-05-2025 18:00 via zdnet.com
  
  You can use AI to organize, listen, and visualize your notes without ruining your academic integrity.
  
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• TikTok fined €530m by Irish regulator for failing to guarantee China would not access user data

  02-05-2025 17:47 via theguardian.com
  
  Ireland’s Data Protection Commission found video app breached GDPR and had submitted ‘erroneous information’ to inquiryTikTok has been fined €530m (£452m) by an Irish watchdog over a failure to guarantee that European user data sent to China would not be accessed by the Chinese government.Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) regulates TikTok across the European Economic Area (EEA), which includes all 27 EU member states plus Iceland, Liechtenstein and Nor
  
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• Keep These 4 Foods Out of Your Cast-Iron Skillet

  02-05-2025 17:35 via cnet.com
  
  Cast-iron pans are sturdy, but simmering certain foods can ruin their patinas or enamel.
  
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• Your Defaulted Student Loans Will Be Sent to Collections on Monday. How to Stop It

  02-05-2025 17:32 via cnet.com
  
  Wage garnishment starts this summer for loans left in default. But you can still have options if you're behind on payments.
  
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• Want Crispy Air Fryer French Fries? Follow These 4 Steps

  02-05-2025 17:26 via cnet.com
  
  Looking to have the best air fryer French fries ever? Then follow our guide to achieve crispy French fry perfection.
  
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• Best Home Equity Loan Rates for May 2025

  02-05-2025 17:12 via cnet.com
  
  Homeowners can get access to a large sum of cash at a fixed rate by borrowing against their property's value with a home equity loan.
  
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• I replaced my Pixel 9 Pro with this $125 Android phone for a week - and it wasn't so bad

  02-05-2025 17:08 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest phone from Nuu is a well-designed device that won't break the bank. Here's my buying advice after a week of testing.
  
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• You'll No Longer Need to Set a Password With New Microsoft Accounts

  02-05-2025 17:05 via cnet.com
  
  Microsoft is optimistic that our reliance on passwords is coming to a close.
  
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• The best phones for battery life in 2025: I tested a dozen and these stand out

  02-05-2025 17:00 via zdnet.com
  
  I've tested more than 12 phones over the past year, and these are the best for battery life. They also offer impressive overall performance and good camera quality.
  
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• Tariffs will take a $900 million bite out of Apple next quarter, says Tim Cook

  02-05-2025 16:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Who will be picking up this almost billion-dollar tab?
  
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• 100 Men vs. 1 Gorilla: Who Wins if It's King Kong?

  02-05-2025 16:35 via cnet.com
  
  The viral question of whether 100 men could win in a fight against one gorilla gets more complicated when the singular primate is super-sized. I got some experts to weigh in.
  
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