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• You Can Find a Great $300 Phone as Long as You Make One Choice

  05-05-2025 23:56 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: Do you want a phone with fun features or one with longer software support?
  
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• Apple iPhone 16E vs. iPhone 15: Which Lower-Cost iPhone Is Best for You?

  05-05-2025 23:53 via cnet.com
  
  Apple's iPhone 16E and the iPhone 15 are both capable devices that cost less than a $799 iPhone 16, but each comes with different compromises.
  
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• Trump Calls for 100% Tariff on Foreign Movies, With Hollywood Seeking Answers

  05-05-2025 23:36 via cnet.com
  
  It's not just hard goods like cars and smartphones. Tariffs could become a factor in the costs of making and watching movies.
  
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• Looking to upgrade your old laptop? Why I recommend the MacBook Air at this price

  05-05-2025 23:12 via zdnet.com
  
  The M3 MacBook Air is no longer the latest and greatest laptop, but multiple configurations have been discounted at Amazon.
  
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• NBA Playoffs 2025: TV Schedule, Round 2 Matchups and How to Watch Today's Games

  05-05-2025 23:08 via cnet.com
  
  Here's everything you need to know if you want to watch or stream the NBA playoffs without cable.
  
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• This Is The Key to Cooking Perfect Brussels Sprouts

  05-05-2025 23:01 via cnet.com
  
  Plus, expert-backed tips for making the tastiest Brussels sprouts in your air fryer.
  
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• Black Ops 6 Double XP Weekend Starts Thursday

  05-05-2025 22:50 via cnet.com
  
  The first Double XP Weekend for Black Ops 6 Season 3 Reloaded will boost player and weapon XP to help you level up quicker.
  
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• You can still get Kindle Unlimited for just $3 over three months. Here's how

  05-05-2025 22:35 via zdnet.com
  
  This Kindle Unlimited deal saves you $33, and it's still live through May 9.
  
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• A spring iPhone launch? Apple might shake up its iPhone release schedule - here's why

  05-05-2025 22:26 via zdnet.com
  
  The tech giant is reportedly going back to the drawing board regarding which iPhones it launches each year, and when.
  
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• Save $500 on the 75-inch Roku Pro Series TV at Best Buy

  05-05-2025 22:12 via zdnet.com
  
  If you've been looking to upgrade your home theater with a big-screen TV, you can save $500 on the 75-inch Roku Pro Series TV at Best Buy.
  
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• Eat Your Movie Popcorn Out of Jaws' Head, but the $45 Price Will Chomp Your Wallet

  05-05-2025 22:01 via cnet.com
  
  Come for the collectible, shark-mouth-shaped popcorn bucket, stay for the movie.
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 6, #1417

  05-05-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,417 for May 6.
  
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• This Is the Nastiest Thing in Your Kitchen and You Never Clean It

  05-05-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Think your toaster's clean? Wait until you see what's inside.
  
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• The Pause on iPhone Tariffs Set to Expire After June. Should You Buy Now?

  05-05-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Experts say that the iPhone is due for a price hike, regardless of what happens with tariffs.
  
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• I tested the $13 multitool that everyone's buying these days. Here's my verdict

  05-05-2025 21:57 via zdnet.com
  
  The popular Amazon Basics 15-in-1 multitool has racked up thousands of positive reviews, so I put it to the ultimate test.
  
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• I found a smart ring that rivals the Oura 4 but costs less (and has no subscriptions)

  05-05-2025 21:50 via zdnet.com
  
  The RingConn Gen 2 offers robust health-tracking features and the longest battery life I've tested on a smart ring.
  
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• We Finally Have Video Footage of a Colossal Squid After 100 Years: How to Watch It

  05-05-2025 21:48 via cnet.com
  
  The baby squid's see-through body looks like it's made of glass.
  
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• A Gears of War Remaster Is Coming to PlayStation 5, PC and Xbox This Summer

  05-05-2025 21:35 via cnet.com
  
  The former-Microsoft exclusive is coming to Sony's PlayStation 5, so you can dive into a very, very mad world.
  
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• OpenAI reverses course and says non-profit arm will retain control of firm

  05-05-2025 21:26 via theguardian.com
  CEO, Sam Altman, says decision to backtrack was made ‘after hearing from civic leaders’ and state attorneys generalOpenAI has reversed course in the process of transforming into a for-profit entity, announcing on Monday that its non-profit arm would continue to control the business that makes ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence (AI) products. Previously, the company had sought more independence for its for-profit division.“We made the decision for the nonprofit to stay in
  
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• This robot mower has no boundary wire or antenna - here's how it handled my yard

  05-05-2025 21:18 via zdnet.com
  
  Eufy's first robot lawn mower was the easiest to set up of any I've tested. Here's how it did in my uneven, obstacle-ridden yard.
  
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• 7 Daily Habits to Improve Your Mental Health

  05-05-2025 21:18 via cnet.com
  
  Improve your mood with these easy mental health habits.
  
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• The best iPads 2025: We've tested every iPad on the market - here are the best ones

  05-05-2025 21:01 via zdnet.com
  
  From the iPad Mini to the iPad Pro, ZDNET tested all the iPad models available to help you choose the right one for your needs.
  
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• These Netflix Codes Feel Like Cheat Codes for Your Watch List

  05-05-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  The easiest way to find something good on Netflix? Use these secret codes.
  
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• Houseplants That Can Repel Bugs From Your Kitchen

  05-05-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Want to keep your home bug-free? Try using one of these houseplants to do the trick.
  
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• 5 most Windows-like Linux distros because old habits die hard

  05-05-2025 20:49 via zdnet.com
  
  Windows 10's days are numbered. Keep your PC running smooth and feeling familiar with these Linux distros.
  
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• How to clear your TV cache (and why it makes such a big difference)

  05-05-2025 20:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Clearing your TV's cache can boost performance, fix annoying glitches, and improve your streaming experience. Here's how to do it the right way.
  
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• 8 Expert-Approved Tips to Cut Down Your Gas, Electric and Water Bills

  05-05-2025 20:45 via cnet.com
  
  Beat the heat and keep your utility bills down this spring and summer with this expert-recommended tips and tricks.
  
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• 'Andor' Season 2: Here's When You Can Watch Episodes 7 - 9

  05-05-2025 20:42 via cnet.com
  
  The first six episodes of Andor season 2 are now streaming.
  
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• Mortgage Rate Forecast for May: Can Rates Fall Without Fed Cuts?

  05-05-2025 20:40 via cnet.com
  
  The Fed is weighing inflation, recession indicators and uncertain trade policies. Here's how that affects mortgage rates.
  
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• Skip AI Overviews on Google Search With This Quick Trick to Get Just Links in Results

  05-05-2025 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  It's easy to force Google to give you web results instead of AI-generated summaries.
  
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• Apple's New Pride Watch Bands Celebrate Individuality

  05-05-2025 20:36 via cnet.com
  
  The $49 Pride Edition Sports Band (and matching watch face) brings a unique element to the Apple Watch in celebration of the LGBTQ+ community.
  
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• One of the most powerful ultraportable laptops I've tested isn't a MacBook Pro or ThinkPad

  05-05-2025 20:29 via zdnet.com
  
  HP's first-generation EliteBook X boasts impressive hardware, making it a productivity powerhouse with a sleeker design than its competitors.
  
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• YouTube Premium Is Offering a Cheaper Two-Person Plan in Some Markets

  05-05-2025 20:27 via cnet.com
  
  Two people can share a subscription -- but this plan is only being tested outside the US for now.
  
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• This Beats small speaker delivers big sound and fresh style, and it's on sale right now

  05-05-2025 20:27 via zdnet.com
  
  Beats hit the nail on the head by modernizing an old favorite with better sound, more vibrant colors, and improved device compatibility, without sacrificing its most valued elements.
  
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• AT&T's latest free iPhone 16 deal is surprisingly easy to qualify for. How the offer works

  05-05-2025 20:22 via zdnet.com
  
  The carrier will deduct up to $1,000 when you trade in an older-generation iPhone model - even if it's damaged or cracked.
  
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• I tested the Kindle Scribe 2 for a month, and it beat my ReMarkable in several ways

  05-05-2025 20:21 via zdnet.com
  
  Amazon's Kindle Scribe is a well-optimized e-reader with robust note-taking features and a premium digital paper experience. Right now, it's 19% off.
  
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• Score the 98-inch TCL Q65 for just $1,600 at Best Buy

  05-05-2025 20:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking to pick up a quality big-screen TV without spending a fortune? Save almost 50% on this already affordable big-screen TV.
  
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• The Best Office Chairs of 2025: I’ve Picked 13 Different Chairs for You to Sit on All Day at Work

  05-05-2025 20:16 via cnet.com
  
  Choosing the right office chair can be daunting, but our CNET experts found the best options to support you through long workdays.
  
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• This Android phone has the biggest battery I've seen, and it's now part of my off-grid kit

  05-05-2025 20:15 via zdnet.com
  
  The Unihertz Tank 3 Pro has a massive battery, night vision camera, darkness-piercing 1,200-lumen camping light, and even a built-in projector.
  
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• You Don't Have to Run to Burn Fat — Just Do This

  05-05-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Cardio burns calories now, but strength training keeps the burn going all day.
  
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• Is Your Wi-Fi Really Secure? 10 Ways to Keep Hackers Away

  05-05-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Simple expert tips to keep your Wi-Fi safe from freeloaders and hackers.
  
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• Waymo Expands Self-Driving Fleet with New US Manufacturing Facility

  05-05-2025 19:50 via cnet.com
  
  Waymo plans to add 2,000 more autonomous vehicles to its fleet by 2026.
  
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• This Window Heat Pump Can Be Installed in Just Minutes Without an Electrician. Here's How

  05-05-2025 19:45 via cnet.com
  
  You don't need to call an electrician. Gradient's 120-volt All-Weather Heat Pump is easy to install on your own and plugs into a standard outlet.
  
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• Microsoft Hangs Up on Skype: Iconic App Shuts Down After 23 Years

  05-05-2025 19:42 via cnet.com
  
  As the pioneering video-calling service shuts down, Microsoft urges users to switch to Teams for similar features.
  
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• Tariff Tracker: We're Watching Prices for 11 Products You Might Need to Buy

  05-05-2025 19:35 via cnet.com
  
  Worried about tariffs? See how President Trump's agenda is impacting the prices of popular products like iPhones, electric toothbrushes and coffee.
  
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• I changed 10 settings on my Pixel phone to significantly improve the user experience

  05-05-2025 19:32 via zdnet.com
  
  Pixel phones come packed with useful features, but these settings will take your experience to the next level.
  
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• Scams Promising To Get Your Student Loans Forgiven or Out of Collections Are on the Rise. How to Spot Them

  05-05-2025 19:31 via cnet.com
  
  All of the student loan noise has created a perfect storm for bad actors.
  
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• That Bottom Oven Drawer Has a Purpose and It's Not Storage

  05-05-2025 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  You might have tossed your baking sheets in there, but your oven drawer has an actual purpose. Here's how it's supposed to be used.
  
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• Starting a Compost Pile? Avoid These 10 Foods and Household Items

  05-05-2025 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  Follow this guide for a high-quality compost that provides garden fuel without attracting pests.
  
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• Don't Wait for the Recession. 6 Ways to Prepare Now for an Economic Downturn

  05-05-2025 19:27 via cnet.com
  
  Making a plan is the most practical way to confront financial uncertainty.
  
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