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• The 5 best wireless earbuds in 2022

  08-09-2022 23:57 via zdnet.com
  Wireless earbuds level up your ability to work out, make phone calls on the go, and listen to podcasts during your commutes. But there are probably thousands of options available. Which aren't junk and are AirPods the best? Well, ZDNET's experts researched, compared, and in many cases tested the top wireless earbuds on the market to find out. (Spoiler alert: Yes, AirPods Pro 2 takes the crown.)
  
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• The best Apple Watch models of 2022

  08-09-2022 23:48 via zdnet.com
  Apple recently announced the Apple Watch Series 8, Ultra, and updated SE. If you're confused about which model to buy, ZDNET compared (and in many cases tested) the top Apple Watch models available. We picked the Apple Watch Series 8 as the best overall for its 36-hour battery life, satellite SOS feature, and robust health tracking, but here's how it compares to other Apple Watches.
  
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• The 8 best smartwatches for Android users in 2022

  08-09-2022 23:38 via zdnet.com
  Not everyone wants to wear an Apple Watch. If you're an Android user, for instance, you might prefer a wearable that plays nicer with your OS of preference. So we researched and tested the top Android/Wear OS/Apple Watch alternative smartwatches available to find the best ones. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 is our top choice, but we found several others worth considering.
  
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• This startup is sharing high-res images of Earth taken from high-altitude balloons

  08-09-2022 23:37 via zdnet.com
  Near Space Labs has launched a program to make their high-resolution Earth imagery available to universities and nonprofits for free.
  
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• As DevOps adoption rises, software releases hit daily stride

  08-09-2022 23:08 via zdnet.com
  To facilitate faster software releases, DevOps teams now also practice ModelOps, and close to one-third are using artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms for code review -- more than double last year's number.
  
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• How to save $20 a month on Hulu with Live TV this fall

  08-09-2022 23:04 via zdnet.com
  Fall is here, and that means football is back. You can catch your games and save some cash with this deal -- which puts Hulu with Live TV straight into your home at a savings of $20 per month for three months.
  
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• Will my iPhone 13 case fit on the new iPhone 14?

  08-09-2022 22:59 via zdnet.com
  If you invest in one of Apple's newest iPhones, does that mean you also have to invest in a new case? Or can you keep your tried-and-true case without worry?
  
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• Audio-Technica's new turntable puts a modern spin on an old classic

  08-09-2022 22:57 via zdnet.com
  Review: The new Audio-Technica AT-LPW50BT-RW player provides a wireless listening experience for both new and vintage vinyl records.
  
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• How to create multiple Google Calendars (and why you should)

  08-09-2022 22:41 via zdnet.com
  Why would you need multiple calendars? The answer is simple: Flexibility.
  
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• Matter has arrived: How a Google Nest Hub just controlled an Apple HomeKit smart plug

  08-09-2022 22:29 via zdnet.com
  IFA 2022, which ran from September 2-6 in Berlin, Germany, previewed some outstanding innovations for the Internet of Things.
  
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• iPhone 14 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro Max: Which iPhone should you upgrade to?

  08-09-2022 22:02 via zdnet.com
  The Apple iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max are the newest iPhones on the block. These are the most notable differences to help you make the right buying decision.
  
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• 10 key customer service trends for 2022 and beyond

  08-09-2022 21:41 via zdnet.com
  State of Service 2022 worldwide report gathered insights from over 8,000 customer service professionals to determine how service organizations continue to adapt to an ever more digital-first environment.
  
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• Watch out, Apple. Garmin's Enduro 2 is the ultra sports watch to buy

  08-09-2022 21:16 via zdnet.com
  Review: Garmin continues to impress in 2022 and it's clear the Enduro 2 is the company's best multisport watch, with the longest battery life, brightest flashlight, and enhanced performance features.
  
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• Watch out, Apple. Garmin's Enduro 2 is the ultra sports watch to beat

  08-09-2022 21:16 via zdnet.com
  Review: Garmin continues to impress in 2022 and it's clear the Enduro 2 is the company's best multisport watch, with the longest battery life, brightest flashlight, and enhanced performance features.
  
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• How to create a plain text file in Google Drive (and why you might want to)

  08-09-2022 21:07 via zdnet.com
  A basic text file in Google Drive can be used for things like configurations or just about any situation when a formatted document will not work.
  
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• 5 ChromeOS tips for faster navigation and a more efficient experience

  08-09-2022 20:36 via zdnet.com
  Jack Wallen shows you how to navigate ChromeOS with more efficiency and ease to enhance your Chromebook experience.
  
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• Hong Kong consumers want right to choose when firms use AI

  08-09-2022 20:33 via zdnet.com
  Just 31% of online consumers in the Asian market trust artificial intelligence and 81% want the right to choose when merchants use AI tools to provide services, reveals a survey conducted by Hong Kong Consumer Council.
  
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• The future of work includes high-demand digital skills. Will you fit in?

  08-09-2022 20:32 via zdnet.com
  A study conducted by Remote breaks down the digital skills employers are looking for and skills employees should look into.
  
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• Startup Graphiant offers SaaS-based replacement for MPLS, SD-WAN

  08-09-2022 20:28 via zdnet.com
  The company says it provides connectivity between an enterprise WAN, hybrid cloud, network edge, customers, and partners – all delivered as one service.
  
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• Queen Elizabeth II Has Died. Her Internet Legacy Will Live On

  08-09-2022 19:35
  The UK's tech-savvy head of state was queen of a thousand memes.
  
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• Laurene Powell Jobs, Jony Ive and Tim Cook launch the Steve Jobs Archive

  08-09-2022 19:17 via zdnet.com
  The Archive will serve as "a place to spark a sense of possibility in everyone," Apple CEO Tim Cook said
  
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• iPhone 13 vs. iPhone 14: Should you upgrade to the newer iPhone?

  08-09-2022 17:17 via zdnet.com
  The iPhone 14 is officially here to steal the iPhone 13's thunder. Should you follow the hype or settle with last year's best? Let's find out.
  
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• Emergency text averted possible California power cuts

  08-09-2022 17:15 via bbc.co.uk
  Residents received a text to shut down non-essential power after record temperatures in the state.
  
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• eSIM vs. SIM: What's the difference?

  08-09-2022 17:14 via zdnet.com
  Apple's latest devices will no longer include a physical slot for a SIM card. Instead, they'll use embedded SIM (eSIM) technology exclusively. That's good news for big carriers, but it will cause headaches for mobile enthusiasts and travelers.
  
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• What is L5 'precision dual‑frequency GPS', why is Apple using it, and do you need it?

  08-09-2022 17:06 via zdnet.com
  Apple is packing 'precision dual‑frequency GPS' into the iPhone 14 Pro and the Apple Watch Ultra. But what is it, and what benefits will it bring?
  
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• iPhone 14 Pro: Huge new camera sensor, same slow Lightning cable data transfers

  08-09-2022 16:11 via zdnet.com
  As a content creator, you won't love transferring lots of data off this phone when you take ProRAW photos at 48MP and shoot videos at 4K.
  
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• The AGM 5 Pro might be the loudest Android phone ever

  08-09-2022 15:46 via zdnet.com
  If you frequently drop your phone or crank up the sound, this might be the perfect device for you.
  
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• Ukrainian farmers are using satellites to optimize resources

  08-09-2022 15:19 via zdnet.com
  Due to the war, Ukrainian farmers have experienced a shortage of fertilizers, seeds, and other necessary supplies. Here's how precision agriculture is helping.
  
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• How to get true window snapping in MacOS

  08-09-2022 15:00 via zdnet.com
  Take control of your windows.
  
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• Brazil bans sales of iPhones without USB power adapters

  08-09-2022 14:55 via bbc.co.uk
  Apple says it will appeal against Brazil's ban on the sale of iPhones that do not come with adapters.
  
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• Two government departments reprimanded by UK data watchdog

  08-09-2022 14:41 via bbc.co.uk
  The action has been taken for failure to respond to Freedom of Information requests on time.
  
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• This Clever Anti-Censorship Tool Lets Russians Read Blocked News

  08-09-2022 13:00
  Samizdat Online syndicates banned news sites by hosting them on uncensored domains—allowing people to access independent reporting.
  
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• iPhone 14 drops the SIM card slot. Here's what that means

  08-09-2022 12:57 via zdnet.com
  The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro in the US cannot be activated using a physical SIM card. That's mostly good news for consumers.
  
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• Unlucky with your iPhone? AppleCare+ now covers 'unlimited' repairs after accidents

  08-09-2022 11:52 via zdnet.com
  Apple updates AppleCare Plus to give you 'unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection'.
  
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• Sequoia offers to connect SEA, India early-stage startups with tech veterans

  08-09-2022 09:52 via zdnet.com
  VC firm says its Pathfinders platform aims to connect early-stage founders from Southeast Asia and India with "seasoned" business leaders, particularly in the US, who can guide the startups in their go-to-market plans and potentially invest in these young companies.
  
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• Get an Amazon Kindle for as low as $14 in Woot's sale

  08-09-2022 09:42 via zdnet.com
  You're unlikely to find cheaper e-readers than Woot's short sale.
  
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• Amazon Kindles feature for as little as $14 in Woot sale

  08-09-2022 09:42 via zdnet.com
  You're unlikely to find cheaper e-readers than Woot's short sale.
  
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• Apple announcements: I'm bored, and that's amazing

  08-09-2022 02:05 via zdnet.com
  Apple announced updated iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods Pro. Macs and iPads will probably be announced next month. Today's Far Out event brought new stuff, new features, but nothing to really set hearts and imaginations aflutter. But is that bad?
  
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• NASA picks a firm to build its next-gen spacesuits

  08-09-2022 01:32 via zdnet.com
  When astronauts walk on the moon as part of the Artemis III mission, they'll be wearing spacesuits designed by Axiom Space
  
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