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• Best Dell Laptop for 2026

  26-02-2026 23:39 via cnet.com
  Dell restored its XPS brand, and the new XPS 14 is a fantastic way to get reintroduced. Dell also makes a solid midrange laptop, and we’ve also got a couple Alienware favorites for gamers.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Feb. 27, #522

  26-02-2026 23:35 via cnet.com
  Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Feb. 27, No. 522.
  
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• Warner Bros. Discovery Finds Paramount's Latest Bid 'Superior' to Netflix

  26-02-2026 23:20 via cnet.com
  Depending on the outcome, the Netflix merger may not happen.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 27 #726

  26-02-2026 23:16 via cnet.com
  Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Feb. 27, No. 726.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 27, #992

  26-02-2026 23:11 via cnet.com
  Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Feb. 27 #992.
  
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• Burger King rolls out AI headsets that track employee 'friendliness'

  26-02-2026 23:09 via bbc.com
  The fast-food chain is testing OpenAI-powered headsets that monitor staff interactions with customers.
  
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• Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Feb. 27, #1714

  26-02-2026 23:02 via cnet.com
  Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Feb. 27, No. 1,714.
  
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• Burger King Cooks Up 'Patty,' an AI Chatbot to Monitor Employees

  26-02-2026 23:01 via cnet.com
  The AI assistant is meant to help employees, but it will also track their manners during customer interactions.
  
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• Einstein AI Tool Doesn't Just Help With Homework. It Takes Over Your Role as a Student

  26-02-2026 22:37 via cnet.com
  Einstein is a new AI tool that can watch lecture videos, read essays, write papers, complete quizzes and basically take your class for you.
  
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• Firefox Has New AI Features. Here's How to Disable Them

  26-02-2026 22:35 via cnet.com
  The new version of Firefox with AI is now available on desktop.
  
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• Spotify and Liquid Death Create a Music-Streaming Urn That Will Rock Your Afterlife

  26-02-2026 22:33 via cnet.com
  Create a playlist for long after you're dearly departed.
  
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• Best VPN for Mac for 2026: Improve Your Privacy for Web Browsing, Streaming and Gaming

  26-02-2026 22:15 via cnet.com
  Keep your web browsing activity hidden, mask your torrenting activity and unblock geo-protected streaming content with the best VPNs for Mac.
  
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• Why scammers call you and say nothing - and how to respond safely

  26-02-2026 21:24 via zdnet.com
  There's a reason scammers don't say anything when they call you, at least not right away. Here's how to deal with these sneaky calls.
  
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• Linux explores new way of authenticating developers and their code - here's how it works

  26-02-2026 21:24 via zdnet.com
  Linux kernel maintainers propose a less painful process for identifying developers. See how it can make Linux code safer than ever.
  
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• Your Google Chat history can now be searched by Gemini - how it works

  26-02-2026 21:22 via zdnet.com
  The new Workspace feature could save you from scrolling through days' worth of messages.
  
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• Download the Second iOS 26.4 Developer Beta on Your iPhone Right Now

  26-02-2026 21:16 via cnet.com
  Apple's latest developer beta adds AI-generated Apple Music playlists, early testing for encrypted RCS messaging and a new setting to tone down iOS 26's brighter visual effects
  
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• Apple's new 'cheap' MacBook aims at the budget market, but there's a deeper motive

  26-02-2026 20:57 via zdnet.com
  The yet-to-be-announced $599 MacBook distracts from the incremental upgrades of its core laptops while taking a bite out of the budget PC market.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: Which Android flagship should you buy?

  26-02-2026 20:42 via zdnet.com
  Between Samsung and Google's best phones to start 2026, here's which one is right for you.
  
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• Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display Is an Innovative Tool That Curbs Shoulder Surfing

  26-02-2026 20:29 via cnet.com
  You can feel comfortable scrolling on the subway in peace with Samsung's new flagship phone.
  
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• How to Turn Off AI Features on Your Samsung Galaxy Smartphone

  26-02-2026 20:23 via cnet.com
  Too much AI on your Galaxy phone? Here's how to disable it.
  
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• How to Watch the February 2026 Pokemon Presents Livestream

  26-02-2026 19:36 via cnet.com
  Celebrate Pokemon Day with the latest and greatest announcements from the world of pocket monsters.
  
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• Motorola's new smartwatch keeps things simple, but power users may want more

  26-02-2026 19:29 via zdnet.com
  Developed alongside fitness brand Polar, the Moto Watch is a minimalist wearable with a vibrant OLED screen and very good battery life.
  
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• You Can't File Your Taxes Online Without This Number. Here's How to Find It

  26-02-2026 19:27 via cnet.com
  You need your adjusted gross income from last year's taxes to file your federal income tax return online in 2026.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. S24: After comparing both models, here's my take

  26-02-2026 19:10 via zdnet.com
  If you have a Samsung Galaxy S24 or are upgrading from an older phone, you may wonder if the new Galaxy S26 is worth the splurge.
  
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• Anthropic retired a popular AI model and now it's blogging on Substack

  26-02-2026 19:08 via zdnet.com
  The 'philosophical and whimsical' Opus 3 plans to offer a window into the inner world of an AI system.
  
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• The iPhone in your pocket is now trusted for classified NATO data

  26-02-2026 19:00 via zdnet.com
  NATO approved iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 devices for classified use up to the 'restricted' level, and that's a big deal. Here's why.
  
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• Apple's March 4 Event Likely to Show New iPhones, iPads and MacBooks. Here's What We Expect

  26-02-2026 19:00 via cnet.com
  Apple is taking a different approach with its latest event, as new product announcements could happen all week long.
  
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• Are Induction Stoves Worth It? This Home and Kitchen Editor Thinks So

  26-02-2026 18:52 via cnet.com
  I'd been a gas stove user my entire life. A year into my induction journey, I can't imagine going back.
  
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• YouTube Premium vs. Premium Lite: Why the new cheaper tier may be all you need

  26-02-2026 18:31 via zdnet.com
  Thanks to some big new features available this week, most people only need Premium Lite. Here's why.
  
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• Apple and Netflix Collaborate to Stream 'Drive to Survive' Season 8

  26-02-2026 18:23 via cnet.com
  The announcement comes ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season.
  
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• MWC Barcelona 2026: What to Expect From Xiaomi, Honor and More

  26-02-2026 18:21 via cnet.com
  This year's Mobile World Congress will be packed with new Android phones and fun wearables, and will explore big themes including AI, 6G, satellites and even robotics.
  
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• MWC Barcelona 2026: All the New Tech, Phones, Wearables and AI We Expect to See

  26-02-2026 18:21 via cnet.com
  This year's Mobile World Congress starts Monday and will be packed with reveals from Xiaomi, Honor, Nvidia and more.
  
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• MWC Barcelona 2026: All the New Tech, Phones, Wearable and AI We Expect to See

  26-02-2026 18:21 via cnet.com
  This year's Mobile World Congress starts Monday and will be packed with reveals from Xiaomi, Honor, Nvidia and more.
  
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• Instagram to alert parents if teens search for self-harm and suicide content

  26-02-2026 17:39 via bbc.com
  Safety campaigners say Meta is "passing the buck" with its new feature for parents using Instagram's teen supervision tools.
  
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• Your smart home may be at risk - 6 ways experts protect your devices from attacks

  26-02-2026 17:34 via zdnet.com
  Locking down your smart home is about reducing entry points - here's how to do it right.
  
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• Best Handheld Vacuums in February 2026

  26-02-2026 17:30 via cnet.com
  Your vehicle interior needs some extra love to stay clean during winter. CNET experts have tested the best handheld vacs.
  
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• We Tested All the AI Video Generators So You Don't Have To. These Are the Best

  26-02-2026 17:14 via cnet.com
  Before signing up for an AI video subscription, read our testing and reviews.
  
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• Nano Banana 2 Is Here: What Changed in Google's Popular AI Image Tool

  26-02-2026 17:01 via cnet.com
  Google says the second-generation model uses the precision of the pro model with the speed of the original.
  
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• Is 0patch legit? My verdict after months of testing on my outdated Windows 10 PC

  26-02-2026 16:58 via zdnet.com
  0patch provides crucial security updates for Windows 10 and fills the support gap left by Microsoft. Here's how my experience with it has been.
  
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• How the rise of AI-native software could give SMBs enterprise-level power

  26-02-2026 16:55 via zdnet.com
  Just as cloud-native vendors flooded the market a decade ago, we may be on the cusp of a new wave of AI-based applications. Here's why that could be a very good thing for small businesses.
  
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• How to make your GNOME desktop look like Windows 11 (if that's your jam)

  26-02-2026 16:28 via zdnet.com
  If this Linux desktop feels too minimal or unfamiliar, you can easily customize its look and feel. Here's how.
  
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• After a few weeks with the HP OmniBook 7 Aero, I was impressed by its performance and portability

  26-02-2026 16:08 via techradar.com
  
  HP OmniBook 7 Aero two-minute reviewThere’s a lot to like with the HP OmniBook 7 Aero, from its portability and somewhat unique look to its surprisingly robust performance. I would definitely recommend it as one of the best laptops out there for anyone wanting a lightweight Windows laptop to take on the road.I also appreciate the port selection offered, as the best Ultrabooks typically come pretty limited in this department, usually limiting you to two USB-C ports. Digital nomads will like
  
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• I’ve spent 40 hours exploring the seas with Velvet and crew in Tales of Berseria Remastered, and I can’t get enough

  26-02-2026 16:00 via techradar.com
  
  The 30th anniversary of Bandai Namco’s acclaimed role-playing game (RPG) series, Tales of, has been going quite smoothly.Review infoPlatform reviewed: PS5
  Available on: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, PC
  Release date: February 26, 2026With titles like Tales of Xillia and Tales of Graces f getting the remaster treatment, newcomers can experience the series’ rich past on recent consoles. The latest arrival is Tales of Berseria Remastered, an updated game which originally relea
  
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• For Great Coffee, This Is the Tool Experts Say to Splurge On (It's Not the Brewer)

  26-02-2026 15:50 via cnet.com
  A few essential tools are required to brew professional-grade coffee at home. An expert clued me in on the most important one.
  
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• Everything Apple may unveil at its March event: iPhone 17e, MacBook M5, new iPads, more

  26-02-2026 15:50 via zdnet.com
  Here's what the rumor mill says Apple may and may not reveal during its big product drop starting next Monday.
  
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• Bluehost VPS review

  26-02-2026 15:36 via techradar.com
  
  If you feel it is time to upgrade your shared hosting to one of the best VPS providers, Bluehost looks like a good place to start. With its managed VPS offering, you potentially get the benefit of the performance boost that comes with a VPS without the headache of supporting the website software yourself.To find out if Bluehost’s managed VPS option is as attractive as it looks, we’ve evaluated it, comparing the plans and pricing options, the server infrastructure, and features. We al
  
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• These Sleek Smart Glasses Get So Much Right. Why Am I So Disappointed?

  26-02-2026 15:01 via cnet.com
  The Even Realities G2 glasses have a spectacular design. I just wish they actually felt useful.
  
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• Why last year's LG C5 OLED is the smartest TV buy right now - especially at 50% off

  26-02-2026 15:00 via zdnet.com
  The LG C5 OLED offers stunning picture quality and a sleek, minimalist design for a truly immersive experience. Its latest price is the cherry on top.
  
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• Stop Risking a Fire: 9 Locations Where You Should Never Place a Heater

  26-02-2026 15:00 via cnet.com
  Space heaters can keep you warm, but only when they're not allowed to burn your entire home down.
  
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• Samsung's New AI Search Feature Is About to Make Outfit Shopping Dangerously Easy

  26-02-2026 15:00 via cnet.com
  The Galaxy S26's AI-powered Circle to Search tool just leveled up to full-outfit detection, and my bank account may never recover.
  
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