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• 5 free Safari extensions I rely on for better security, privacy, and productivity online

  03-10-2024 12:20 via zdnet.com
  
  If Safari is your go-to browser for MacOS, there are extensions you can add to improve the overall experience. Here are my top five.
  
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• ChatGPT is the most searched AI tool by far, but number two is surprising

  03-10-2024 11:16 via zdnet.com
  
  A new study looks at the AI tools people are searching for. While the expected name is at the top, the rest of the list is less predictable.
  
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• OpenAI lets developers build real-time voice apps - at a substantial premium

  03-10-2024 10:12 via zdnet.com
  
  Sending and receiving real-time audio will cost developers twice the rate of text-only large language models.
  
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• Oura Ring 4 hands-on: New features, pricing, preorder details, shipping estimates, and more

  03-10-2024 09:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Oura announced the release of Oura Ring 4, a long-awaited upgrade to its popular health product that bolstered the smart ring craze over the past decade.
  
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• Samsung's massive Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor is $500 off ahead of October Prime Day

  03-10-2024 00:42 via zdnet.com
  
  This 49-inch behemoth seems impractical at first, but its large size has many benefits. The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 delivers a multi-monitor experience across a single ultra-high-resolution display, and it's seeing an almost 30 percent discount on Amazon.
  
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• I tested the new Thunderbird Appointment tool, and it's thoroughly impressive - and free

  02-10-2024 23:53 via zdnet.com
  
  Even in beta, this new appointment service is easy to use and worth a look if your small business could benefit from online scheduling.
  
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• Meta's new 512GB Quest 3 deal may be the best October Prime Day VR deal right now

  02-10-2024 22:49 via zdnet.com
  
  Meta announced that it will discontinue the 128GB version of the Quest 3 VR headset, and drop the price of the the 512GB by $150. Just in time for Amazon's Big Deal Days on October 8-9.
  
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• Save $200 on this Sony home theater bundle before October Prime Day

  02-10-2024 22:48 via zdnet.com
  
  If you've been waiting to upgrade your home theater, now is your chance to snag an awesome bundle deal from Sony that includes a Bravia 7 Mini LED TV and a Sony Bravia Bar 8 for $2,350 (a savings of $200).
  
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• Raspberry Pi gets AI vision superpowers

  02-10-2024 22:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Raspberry Pi's new AI camera is specifically designed from the ground up for AI applications.
  
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• Businesses can reach decision dominance using AI. Here's how

  02-10-2024 21:20 via zdnet.com
  
  How can a company assess faster and more effectively than its competitors? The answer is spelled SUDA -the ability to Sense, Understand, Decide, Act. Here's how it works in an AI powered economy.
  
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• Buy Microsoft Office for Windows for $40 right now

  02-10-2024 21:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Pay just once and get a lifetime license to the Microsoft Office 2021 app suite (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) on your PC for 81% off right now (there's a deal for a Mac version, too).
  
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• Best early Prime Day gaming deals to shop in October 2024

  02-10-2024 20:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Amazon's Big Deal Days sale is next week, but you can already save big on consoles, and games and accessories for your gaming PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, or PlayStation 5.
  
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• M4 Macs expected at Apple's event this month - here's everything we know

  02-10-2024 20:37 via zdnet.com
  
  While there's no official date yet, here's why we're predicting these product reveals sooner rather than later.
  
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• Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for $18 right now - a new low price

  02-10-2024 20:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Save 90% on a Windows 11 Pro license for more productivity features to help you get things done.
  
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• I'm a tech editor and cover shopping events. Here are 9 October Prime Day deals I'd snag now

  02-10-2024 20:20 via zdnet.com
  
  I write about tech deals all the time. Here are the top products I'd nab right now that are worth your money ahead of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale.
  
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• Microsoft Office 2024 now available without a subscription for PC and Mac

  02-10-2024 19:48 via zdnet.com
  
  For the first time since 2021, the Office suite is available as a standalone, one-time purchase. Here's everything new in Office 2024.
  
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• Amazon's new Fire tablets with AI are already on sale before Prime Day

  02-10-2024 19:43 via zdnet.com
  
  Packing 50% more RAM and a host of generative AI features, the Fire HD 8 tablet is just $55 through Oct. 9.
  
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• I've tested dozens of power banks. This one is in a class of its own

  02-10-2024 19:42 via zdnet.com
  
  The Cuktech P-series power bank may look like something from a sci-fi movie, but its efficiency and premium build are very real.
  
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• The best QLED TV I've tested isn't from Samsung or LG, and it's $300 off at Best Buy

  02-10-2024 19:32 via zdnet.com
  
  The TCL QM8 delivers excellent picture quality, great sound, and a dedicated picture mode for console gamers at a price that's not going to break the bank. And right now at Best Buy, you can save $300 on the 65-inch model.
  
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• I got my news briefing from Microsoft Copilot this morning, and I'd do it again

  02-10-2024 18:46 via zdnet.com
  
  This is my new favorite - and free - Copilot feature. Here's why.
  
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• These iPhone SE rumors hint at a major redesign that will frustrate iPhone 15 owners

  02-10-2024 18:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The iPhone SE is due for a revamp, and a Bloomberg report suggests major changes to come in 2025.
  
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• Get a 5-year VPN subscription for $35 right now

  02-10-2024 18:30 via zdnet.com
  
  With this AdGuard VPN deal, you can enjoy the benefits of a privacy-enhancing VPN on your mobile devices for the next five years for the equivalent of less than a dollar a month.
  
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• Gmail adds more action buttons to email 'summary cards' to simplify your inbox life

  02-10-2024 18:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Always digging in your inbox for important tracking or ticket information? Gmail wants to help.
  
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• One of the most comfortable earbuds I've tested is also surprisingly affordable

  02-10-2024 17:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Soundpeats' latest Gofree2 earbuds offer a cost-effective option for users who prefer the open-ear style.
  
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• Don't run these 5 Linux commands - here's why

  02-10-2024 17:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Want to preserve your system? Avoid running these Linux commands at all costs.
  
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• This is one of the best value power banks I've ever tested, and it's 30% off

  02-10-2024 17:36 via zdnet.com
  
  Fast charging, lots of capacity, and a built-in cable -- this power bank has it all!
  
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• Join Costco now and get a free $20 gift card. Here's how

  02-10-2024 17:24 via zdnet.com
  
  Don't miss this deal to buy your own Costco membership and get a free $20 gift card, effectively cutting the price to $45 for the year. (I bought one and highly recommend it.)
  
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• Best early Prime Day smartwatch and fitness tracker deals to shop in October 2024

  02-10-2024 17:16 via zdnet.com
  
  Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale is just around the corner. We found the top early deals on fitness trackers and smartwatches from brands like Apple, Garmin, Fitbit, and Samsung.
  
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• One of the most immersive soundbars I've tested isn't made by Klipsch or Bose (and it's $200 off)

  02-10-2024 17:12 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking for clarity in sound and ease of setup, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better soundbar than the JBL Bar 1000 at its discounted price.
  
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• 3 features in Apple's new AirPods 4 that made me ditch my AirPods Pros

  02-10-2024 17:06 via zdnet.com
  
  The AirPods 4 lineup offers staple features for a low-risk/high-reward product, and that's what makes them great.
  
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• Best early Prime Day Ring camera deals to shop in October 2024

  02-10-2024 16:41 via zdnet.com
  
  Ahead of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale, these Ring camera deals are worth checking out.
  
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• New Pixel 9a leak reveals subtle design change that's a first for Google

  02-10-2024 16:30 via zdnet.com
  
  New renders show Google's Pixel 9a with a streamlined design, although much of the phone remains similar to older Pixel 9 models. Here's what we're seeing.
  
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• One of the best pool-cleaning robots I've tested proved its worth in the most extreme conditions

  02-10-2024 16:15 via zdnet.com
  
  After a hurricane showered debris into my pool, the Beatbot Aquasense Pro pool cleaner easily tackled the mess. It's $450 off ahead of October Prime Day.
  
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• You can test Microsoft's experimental AI features in Copilot Labs now - but there's a catch

  02-10-2024 15:44 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft just rolled out Copilot Labs where users can test its latest AI projects, similar to Google Labs. However, there is one big difference.
  
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• Maxing out your Google cloud storage? How I deleted more than 10TB, thanks to this handy tool

  02-10-2024 15:33 via zdnet.com
  
  Wondering why your deleted Google Drive files keep coming back? Here's the frustrating truth and the secret tool that finally fixed my 60TB data management challenge.
  
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• Ring finally adds 24/7 continuous recording to some subscription plans

  02-10-2024 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The home security company introduces several more cool features to its Ring Protect Plan - now rebranded to Ring Home.
  
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• One of the most versatile laptops I've tested is a crowd-pleaser with solid hardware

  02-10-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 is a highly customizable laptop, merging a convertible form factor with a versatile hardware suite.
  
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• The budget Android tablet I recommend has a display that looks double the price

  02-10-2024 13:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Blackview's Mega 1 is an 11.5-inch Android 13 tablet with a brilliant 120Hz display and 24GB of RAM at a surprisingly miniscule price point.
  
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• One of the best lightweight laptops I've tested is a remote worker's dream machine

  02-10-2024 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Lenovo's Yoga Slim 7x has the latest in processor technology, allowing for a thin and lightweight form factor. But what sets it apart is its value.
  
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• How to use ChatGPT to optimize your resume

  02-10-2024 12:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Summarizing your experiences and strengths in a single document could be the hardest part of landing the perfect job. OpenAI's chatbot is here to help.
  
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• 1 in 4 people have experienced identity fraud - and most of them blame AI

  02-10-2024 11:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Most people don't feel confident in their ability to detect deepfakes, and that could mean trouble for identity security.
  
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• If you use a projector for presentations or movie nights, you need this app

  02-10-2024 10:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Whether for family time or work, this projector app for Mac takes your video experience to the next level - here's how.
  
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• What is Microsoft's Copilot Labs, and how does it compare to Google Labs?

  02-10-2024 09:49 via zdnet.com
  
  You can now access all the latest, unreleased AI features Microsoft offers, but they'll come at a cost.
  
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• Google unveils $3B investment to tap AI demand in Malaysia and Thailand

  02-10-2024 01:01 via zdnet.com
  
  The funds will go toward new data centers in both Asian markets, serving also as cloud regions, and supporting developments in artificial intelligence.
  
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• Singapore looks for 'practical' medical breakthroughs with new AI research center

  02-10-2024 00:53 via zdnet.com
  
  The new research facility will focus its AI development efforts on four clinical areas, including mental health and cancer screening.
  
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• Copilot Voice beats Gemini Live and ChatGPT's Voice Mode in one big way

  02-10-2024 00:49 via zdnet.com
  
  I tested Microsoft's new AI voice assistant and came away impressed. You can try it, too - for free.
  
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• Learn a new language with Babbel for 74% off

  01-10-2024 23:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Save $449 on a Babbel Language Learning subscription and learn 14 new languages with this deal.
  
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• Microsoft abandons HoloLens 2, issues a final call for purchases

  01-10-2024 22:50 via zdnet.com
  
  The mixed reality headset never did catch on - and no successor product is planned.
  
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• Get Microsoft Office for Mac or Windows for $25 right now

  01-10-2024 22:30 via zdnet.com
  
  This deal gets you a lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2019 for Windows or Mac and access to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more for 89% off.
  
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• I tested the new Copilot Voice, Microsoft's AI voice assistant. You can, too - for free

  01-10-2024 22:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft's AI-powered voice assistant beats Gemini Live and ChatGPT Voice Mode in one big way.
  
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