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• New Zealand's Chorus shows Godzilla effect with half-hour upstream traffic spikes

  10-07-2020 03:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Meeting start times means NZ broadband wholesaler sees a surge in upstream traffic every 30 minutes.
  
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• I tested GNOME's glassy new look - and it's simply spectacular

  18-08-2026 22:32 via zdnet.com
  
  GNOME is finally catching up to other desktop environments, thanks to Aura Glass, a fluid, modern desktop inspired by Apple's Liquid Glass.
  
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• Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 19, #695

  18-08-2026 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Aug. 19, 2026.
  
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• Gemini in Chrome Now Available for Android Users

  18-08-2026 21:38 via cnet.com
  
  AI Pro and Ultra subscribers will also have access to Google’s agentic AI auto browsing feature.
  
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• Gemini in Chrome Is Now Available for Android Users

  18-08-2026 21:38 via cnet.com
  
  AI Pro and Ultra subscribers will also have access to Google’s agentic AI auto browsing feature.
  
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• Hit the Trails With Over $300 Off This Rugged TST E-Bike at Walmart

  18-08-2026 21:36 via cnet.com
  
  It’s got four-inch fat tires, front and rear suspension and you can pick it up for a record-low $567 right now.
  
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• Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Lead Xbox Game Pass’s August 2026 Second Batch

  18-08-2026 21:27 via cnet.com
  
  The second half of Game Pass’s August 2026 lineup is mostly lesser-known and upcoming titles, but maybe you’ll find a game here to get excited about.
  
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• Best Halloween Deals: Upgrade Your Spooky Decor Without Scaring Your Wallet

  18-08-2026 21:04 via cnet.com
  
  Save on smart lights, spooky decor, outdoor plugs and other festive finds before October rolls around.
  
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• Snag This Greenworks Electric Chainsaw for 40% Off and Tackle the Big Jobs With Ease

  18-08-2026 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  It’s got an 18-inch bar, an 80-volt battery and it’s down to just $210 right now at Amazon.
  
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• My Favorite Power Strip Is Now Just $24 at Amazon

  18-08-2026 18:44 via cnet.com
  
  Keep everything charged and ready with this Anker power strip and surge protector while it’s just $1 over its lowest ever price.
  
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• Add photos to your iMessages with one tap - how to skip that annoying iOS menu

  18-08-2026 18:31 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest iOS updates have added a ton of unnecessary taps to do simple things like add a photo to a text. But there's an easy trick to get around it.
  
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• One of our favorite Bluetooth tracker cards is under $35 with this exclusive deal

  18-08-2026 18:23 via zdnet.com
  
  KeySmart's SmartCard (Gen 3) is perfect for Android and Apple users, and it's an extra 20% off with a ZDNET-exclusive code right now.
  
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• These ‘Ready, Set, Play’ Deals Are So Good You’ll Have to Free Up Some Space on Your PS5

  18-08-2026 18:17 via cnet.com
  
  Sony’s offering up to 75% off almost 3,000 digital games right now, but these deals only run through next week.
  
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• Win an Apple Watch – Round 3 of CNET’s Guessing Game Is Live Now

  18-08-2026 18:01 via cnet.com
  
  How many iPhones are coming out in September? If your Apple predictions are on point, you could walk away with the latest Apple Watch.
  
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• Can you guess Apple's next move? Last chance to win big in ZDNET's Big Guessing Game

  18-08-2026 18:01 via zdnet.com
  
  It's the third and final round of ZDNET's Big Guessing Game. We want to know what you think.
  
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• I tested Omarchy Quattro, one of the first Linux distros to go all in on AI - and I didn't hate it

  18-08-2026 17:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Omarchy made me fall in love with Hyprland - can it do the same for AI?
  
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• Ubuntu on Windows outgrowing native installs? Not according to Canonical's Jon Seager

  18-08-2026 17:44 via zdnet.com
  
  There's some confusion about Ubuntu's popularity on Windows Subsystem for Linux, so I asked Canonical directly.
  
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• Amazon Deals of the Day: Get the New Galaxy Watch 9 and an Amazon Gift Card for $50 Off

  18-08-2026 17:34 via cnet.com
  
  Plus, score over 20% off the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 earbuds and a record-low price on the Shark StainForce carpet cleaner.
  
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• T-Mobile will cover your first month of 5G home internet and give you up to $200 back - here's how

  18-08-2026 17:33 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest T-Mobile 5G Home Internet offer will get you a first month on T-Mobile and up to $200 back, with a price that won't change for five years.
  
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• You Can Watch One of the Biggest Shows on Paramount Plus for Free Right Now

  18-08-2026 17:14 via cnet.com
  
  Binge the entire first season of MobLand for free ahead of the second season premiere.
  
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• Google's AI can see your business data by default in Workspace - unless you disable it

  18-08-2026 17:11 via zdnet.com
  
  In Google Workspace, Gemini has access to Gmail, Docs, Calendar, Chat, and more by default. Here's why it matters, and how administrators can disable it today.
  
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• Walmart Deals of the Day: $170 Off a 4K Vizio TV Just in Time for Football Season

  18-08-2026 16:45 via cnet.com
  
  Plus, $40 off a four-in-one Ninja air fryer and a pocket-sized Anker speaker that you can pick up for just $23.
  
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• Don’t Wait for iOS 27, Download iOS 26.6.1 Now for Over a Dozen Bug Fixes and Patches

  18-08-2026 16:34 via cnet.com
  
  Do yourself, and your device, a favor and download the latest iOS update to fix these bugs and others.
  
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• Microsoft reveals customizable context menu for Windows users - how to try it out

  18-08-2026 16:30 via zdnet.com
  
  You'll be able to tweak the right-click context menus in Windows to remove items you don't want, thereby decreasing the clutter.
  
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• Hackers Tricked a Major Retailer’s AI Shopping Bot to Do Something It Was Never Supposed To

  18-08-2026 16:19 via cnet.com
  
  At the cybersecurity conference Black Hat, researchers showed how an AI assistant at one of America’s largest retailers could be tricked into following hidden instructions and exposing sensitive system information.
  
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• Get Creative With Elegoo 3D Printers While They’re Up to 32% Off This Back-to-School Season

  18-08-2026 16:19 via cnet.com
  
  Print out gifts, designs and digitally designed sculptures on command for less with 3D printers from one of our favorite brands ever.
  
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• Apple's iOS 26.6.1 patches 29 security flaws - here's why you'll want to install it

  18-08-2026 16:12 via zdnet.com
  
  Along with MacOS and iPadOS, the latest update to iOS fixes a host of security bugs that could otherwise leave your device vulnerable to compromise or crashes.
  
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• Peacock Price Hike: Streamer Ups Cost of All Subscriptions

  18-08-2026 16:11 via cnet.com
  
  The streaming service also rolled out price increases in 2025.
  
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• Shark’s Answer to the PencilWash Has an Extendable Wand to Clean Tight Spots

  18-08-2026 15:30 via cnet.com
  
  The AquaReach may solve the trade-off between cleaning and portability for wet-dry vacs.
  
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• How to avoid Claude watermarking your content

  18-08-2026 15:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The answer is where you least expect it.
  
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