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• Amazon Echo

  09-05-2017 19:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Amazon Echo is about to get its biggest upgrade yet – a touch screen and a camera. The new device is called the Amazon Echo Show, and it's the next evolution for Amazon's smart speaker. So what does that mean for the original Echo, the one we reviewed almost two years ago? A lot, actually. As it turns out some of the new functionality coming to the Echo Show will be coming to the original Echo. That includes voice calling and messaging – two features the Echo has desper
  
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• Everything announced at Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Can Samsung compete with the rumored foldable iPhone?

  25-07-2026 10:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Samsung took a risk with its latest-gen foldables and smartwatches at Unpacked. We were on the ground in London - here's our analysis.
  
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• NordVPN’s New HangUp App Screens Calls and Texts for Scams

  25-07-2026 01:44 via cnet.com
  
  Scam calls and text are rampant, and there’s no shortage of tools at your disposal to combat them.
  
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• New Jersey Bans Surveillance Pricing, Puts the Brakes on Electronic Shelf Labels

  25-07-2026 00:49 via cnet.com
  
  The Fair Price Protection Act is intended to stop stores from using personal data to set individualized prices.
  
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• Anne Rice’s Vampire Series Is Renewed as ‘Queen of the Damned’ for Season 4

  25-07-2026 00:00 via cnet.com
  
  During a Comic-Con panel on Friday, AMC dropped a teaser trailer for Queen of the Damned.
  
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• Roku Hikes Hardware Prices by Up to 60%

  24-07-2026 23:03 via cnet.com
  
  RAMageddon has claimed another company’s products, with costs for streaming devices the latest to blow out.
  
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• OpenAI Is ‘Very Interested’ in Building Out ChatGPT Integrations for Wearables

  24-07-2026 22:59 via cnet.com
  
  OpenAI President Greg Brockman talks a bit about where the company’s increasingly Jarvis-like AI agents could be heading next… and in what form.
  
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• Rings of Power’s Season 3 Trailer Successfully Hides the Best Parts With Fire

  24-07-2026 22:35 via cnet.com
  
  There’s a lot more than a big fight for Middle-Earth happening this season.
  
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• This Clever USB-C Phone Lanyard Doubles as a Charging Cable, and It’s at a Record-Low Price

  24-07-2026 22:16 via cnet.com
  
  Grab this super handy accessory for well under $25 on Amazon.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Comparing the High-End Foldables

  24-07-2026 22:04 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung’s $2,100 Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is one of the most-expensive book-style foldable phones available right now. Here’s how it compares to Google’s $1,799 Pixel 10 Pro Fold.
  
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• This Hilarious Movie Is Now Streaming and I Can’t Believe It Actually Got Made

  24-07-2026 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie is heavily improvised and often shot without permits, and yet it all comes together perfectly.
  
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• Hasbro, Mattel and More Reveal New Must-Have Merch at SDCC 2026

  24-07-2026 21:53 via cnet.com
  
  We’ve got our first look at new toys, apparel and collectibles – and some of it is already on sale.
  
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• Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs. Motorola Razr Ultra 2026: Flip-Phone Foldable Showdown

  24-07-2026 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Here’s how the top clamshell foldables measure up.
  
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• Amazon will give you a $350 gift card when you buy a new Samsung phone - here's what to know

  24-07-2026 20:56 via zdnet.com
  
  Samsung just launched its latest lineup of phones, and Amazon has free gift card offers on every single one.
  
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• Upgrade Movie Night With a New Record Low on the Valerion Projector, Plus Score a Free Screen

  24-07-2026 20:35 via cnet.com
  
  Take advantage of a new all-time low price on the StreamMaster Plus 2 and get a large projector screen as a bonus.
  
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• Anthropic Releases Claude Opus 5 to Be Your New ‘Everyday’ Assistant

  24-07-2026 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  Like Gemini, the latest Claude model prioritizes cost efficiency.
  
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• Shokz' new OpenDots Air aren't flashy, but after a month of testing I can confidently say they're the best clip-style open earbuds for most people

  24-07-2026 19:00 via techradar.com
  
  Shokz OpenDots Air: Two-minute reviewI've long pointed to the flagship Shokz OpenDots One as the best open earbuds in the clip-style category, so I'll admit that I watched the release of the brand's budget-grade option with trepidation.All too often, a brand's wallet-friendly earbuds tend to fit poorly, cut too many features, completely miss the mark sonically, or launch at a price point that doesn't make sense. But I'm happy to report that the Shokz OpenDots Air side-step those issues.In fact,
  
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• Claude Opus 5 arrives with near Fable performance at half the price

  24-07-2026 19:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Anthropic's latest Claude upgrade targets developers and enterprises with stronger coding, better reasoning efficiency, prompt-cache-friendly tool changes, and near-Fable performance at Opus pricing.
  
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• Leave the Brushing to This $40 Philips Sonicare 3100 Toothbrush

  24-07-2026 18:24 via cnet.com
  
  Take your oral care to the next level without overspending.
  
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• I fixed my home office's spotty Wi-Fi with Samsung's free diagnostic tool - and it took just minutes

  24-07-2026 18:23 via zdnet.com
  
  A recent uptick in lag and disconnects led me to reevaluate my home office setup. Here's how I validated my solution.
  
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• Amazon Deals of the Day: Grab This DJI Mini Mic While It’s at a Record-Low Price

  24-07-2026 17:53 via cnet.com
  
  Plus, score $30 off both the Baseus open-earbuds and the Bissell carpet cleaner.
  
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• The Razer Kiyo V2 is an excellent webcam, even though its fancy new AI features aren't really that exciting

  24-07-2026 17:42 via techradar.com
  
  Razer Kiyo V2 webcam: Two-minute reviewRazer is a household name in the webcam space, with its Kiyo brand being one of the most popular choices for streamers and PC gamers. The latest Kiyo V2 is another sterling example of Razer's commitment to premium build quality and high-end components, and for the most part, it's a great product.Delivering either 4K recording at 30 frames per second or 1080p at 60, the Kiyo V2 captures quality video with a high degree of customization via the Razer Synapse
  
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• Facebook Has a New Marketplace App and Verification Checks for Everyone

  24-07-2026 17:16 via cnet.com
  
  In a curious move, the social network is siphoning off its most popular features into separate apps.
  
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• The 3 types of people who will excel in the AI agent era, according to tech leaders

  24-07-2026 16:38 via zdnet.com
  
  The autonomous business of the future is being built. Certain skills are in high demand - and can help you stand out.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 vs. Google Pixel Watch 4: I compared both Android flagships, here's what I prefer

  24-07-2026 16:27 via zdnet.com
  
  In a battle of the top Android watches, one does it a little better.
  
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• I’ve been gaming for 40 years. Here are the best chairs in the UK for comfort, support and serious play

  24-07-2026 16:00 via theguardian.com
  Whether you’re on PC or a console, level up your setup with our gaming expert’s pick of the best chairs• The best games of 2026 so farComfort is crucial to the gaming experience. It’s hard to focus on blasting aliens or taking Stoke to the Champions League final if your bum has gone to sleep because you’ve been sitting on an old chair for three hours. We’re spending more time playing games than ever before, so good posture matters. If you have set up a dedicate
  
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• Elegoo H1 HT review: This filament drybox finally fixes the biggest issue with the Centauri Carbon 2 3D printer — and feels like a sign that Elegoo's getting serious with its upgrades now

  24-07-2026 15:59 via techradar.com
  
  Filament absorbs moisture as soon as you break the seal of the packaging, and that moisture will affect the quality of your prints, and it’s a problem that until recently no one talked about. The effect of damp filament, even if it feels dry to the touch, shows up as stringing, popping, weak layer adhesion, and prints that just look slightly worse than they should. Because it creeps in gradually, you usually blame the printer, whereas it’s often the material.The H1 HT is Elegoo's fir
  
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• I tested Dell's new midrange work PC - It nails the sweet spot of price and performance

  24-07-2026 15:53 via zdnet.com
  
  Dell's 14S pairs a sleek design with excellent battery life, making it one of the best midrange PC I've tested in 2026.
  
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• I tested a $14 emergency radio with solar and hand-crank power - it's in my survival kit now

  24-07-2026 15:31 via zdnet.com
  
  AM/FM, NOAA weather band, solar and hand-crank charging, and a power bank - this tech is what actually works when the grid doesn't.
  
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• My Life With Looki Is a Harbinger of Always-On Recording Glasses to Come

  24-07-2026 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  The almost always-on camera-equipped pendant represents the extreme assistive aspirations of AI. Nobody wants me to wear it, including me.
  
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