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• Your Roku TV is about to get a new premium feature - for free

  04-09-2024 23:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Roku TVs are getting a feature called Backdrops that transforms your idle TV into a work of art.
  
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• Why OpenStack and Kata Containers are both seeing a resurgence of adoption

  04-09-2024 22:48 via zdnet.com
  
  A renewed interest in private cloud is helping drive a 'massive increase in OpenStack demand.' Here's what else is at play.
  
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• Instagram Stories are about to change in a big way with this new feature

  04-09-2024 22:30 via zdnet.com
  
  To protect your privacy (and peace), this new feature does come with a few restrictions. You can also opt out.
  
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• 5 most interesting Copilot+ laptops revealed at IFA 2024 (including one for gaming)

  04-09-2024 22:25 via zdnet.com
  
  Several manufacturers are releasing new Copilot+ PCs, from Samsung to Dell to Acer. Here are the best ones we've seen ahead of the show.
  
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• What to expect from Apple's iPhone 16 'It's Glowtime' event, and how to watch the livestream

  04-09-2024 22:08 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple's September hardware event is just days away. Here are the products we're expecting, and when to tune in to learn all about them.
  
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• Your Roku TV is about to get an artsy upgrade, thanks to a new premium feature

  04-09-2024 22:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Roku TVs are getting a feature called Backdrops that transforms your idle TV into a work of art.
  
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• Join BJ's Wholesale Club essentially for free - here's how

  04-09-2024 21:30 via zdnet.com
  
  You can get an annual BJ's Wholesale Club membership for just $20 right now (down from the usual price of $55), and get a $20 gift card in return, to save on groceries, gas, household items, and more.
  
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• XR, digital twins, and spatial computing: An enterprise guide on reshaping user experience

  04-09-2024 20:57 via zdnet.com
  
  Explore the synergy of XR and digital twins, and see how their integration is driving innovation and efficiency across sectors, from engineering to entertainment.
  
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• How to access Linux NFS share folders from MacOS

  04-09-2024 20:55 via zdnet.com
  
  If you have an NFS share on a Linux machine and you need to access it from MacOS, here's how it's done.
  
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• Google finally releases Android 15 to devs - here's when the public might see it

  04-09-2024 20:32 via zdnet.com
  
  Better late than never!
  
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• Get a Microsoft Project Pro or Microsoft Visio Pro license for $20 right now

  04-09-2024 20:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft's project management solutions include timesheet support, org charts, and more to help you stay organized -- and they're on sale for 92% off.
  
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• Microsoft set to unveil 'Wave 2' of Copilot later this month: What to expect

  04-09-2024 20:18 via zdnet.com
  
  After being lapped by OpenAI, Microsoft will likely up the ante on Copilot at this event.
  
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• The best Galaxy Z Fold 5 cases 2024: Expert recommended

  04-09-2024 20:07 via zdnet.com
  
  A smartphone with two screens means you need added protection. We found the best Galaxy Z Fold 5 cases from brands like Spigen, Samsung, Casetify, and more to keep your phone in top shape.
  
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• The best Raspberry Pi alternatives: Expert recommended

  04-09-2024 19:47 via zdnet.com
  
  We researched the best Raspberry Pi alternatives to help you choose the right computing system for your next project.
  
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• Stability AI's text-to-image models arrive in the AWS ecosystem

  04-09-2024 19:41 via zdnet.com
  
  Want to create photorealistic images at scale? AWS Bedrock adds Stability AI's best models for developers. Learn how this breakthrough could transform your visual content strategies.
  
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• Get a Microsoft Office 2019 license for Windows or Mac for $27

  04-09-2024 19:26 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 88% off.
  
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• Over 2 million new users flocked to Bluesky last week - here's why

  04-09-2024 19:19 via zdnet.com
  
  X's rival platform had only 6 million users a few days ago.
  
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• That massive Pixel security flaw reported last month has been patched

  04-09-2024 19:18 via zdnet.com
  
  Google's new update removes software intended only for cell phone store employees that could have been exploited by bad actors.
  
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• That massive Pixel security flaw has been patched

  04-09-2024 19:18 via zdnet.com
  
  Google's new update removes software intended only for cell phone store employees that could have been exploited by bad actors.
  
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• How digital twins could save time, money, and lives in developing prescription drugs

  04-09-2024 19:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Digital twins are giving a shot in the arm to the costly, failure-prone drug-making process. But enormous data needs and ethical issues mean it'll take time to achieve the dream of personalized medicine.
  
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• How digital twins and XR will transform product development in virtually every industry

  04-09-2024 19:15 via zdnet.com
  
  These technologies are revolutionizing businesses by improving predictive analytics, optimizing physical systems, and enabling real-time decision-making.
  
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• Deploying digital twins: 7 challenges businesses can face and how to navigate them

  04-09-2024 19:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Accuracy, complexity, costs, and skills availability may make it difficult to get the most out of digital twins, and even potentially misrepresent or miss actual changes in the status of systems or facilities.
  
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• 6 digital twin building blocks businesses need - and how AI fits in

  04-09-2024 19:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Digital twins are receiving an AI boost, promising even greater predictive intelligence and ease of use, opening possibilities to a broad range of industries.
  
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• I used my iPhone 15 Pro without a case for a year. Here's how it looks today

  04-09-2024 18:57 via zdnet.com
  
  The iPhone 15 Pro's titanium build exchanges a premium build for improved usability, and I'm not complaining.
  
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• I tested every major smart ring on the market. Here's why Oura is still your best option in 2024

  04-09-2024 18:52 via zdnet.com
  
  Years after its release, I pitted the Oura Ring against its closest competitors. Here's how it fares, from health tracking to app experience.
  
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• Apple Watch Series 9 review: Why I'm not settling for the less expensive models

  04-09-2024 18:22 via zdnet.com
  
  After using the Apple Watch Series 9 long-term, I found the world's most popular smartwatch is now more accurate at reading your body's health data.
  
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• Redirected: The 9 best October Prime Day laptop deals still available

  04-09-2024 18:09 via zdnet.com
  
  Amazon Prime Early Access Sale (October Prime Day) has ended, but ZDNET found some great laptop deals that are still available.
  
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• Your next laptop may be powered by this Intel AI chip, and the benefits are mind-blowing

  04-09-2024 16:56 via zdnet.com
  
  Intel is giving its Core Ultra 200V line multiple ways to boost hardware performance when it is needed. And the company even claims the chip can last hours longer than rivals.
  
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• Buy a subscription to Microsoft 365 for $40 with this deal

  04-09-2024 16:56 via zdnet.com
  
  With this 42% off deal, you can Access Office apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, along with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage, for the lowest price we've seen.
  
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• One of the best SSDs for the PlayStation 5 I've tested works even better on a PC

  04-09-2024 16:19 via zdnet.com
  
  The Lexar Play 2280 has been tested and approved for Sony's PlayStation 5, but wait until you see the speeds when powering a desktop.
  
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• I replaced my Pixel 9 Pro with Google's $1,800 foldable for a week - and can't go back

  04-09-2024 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has bright displays, a slimmer form factor, and AI features meant for the big screen, but you'll still have to pay to play.
  
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• The best stylus phones of 2024: Tested and reviewed

  04-09-2024 15:39 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the top stylus phones on the market, which offer high precision, added functionality, and ease of use.
  
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• Worried about the YubiKey 5 vulnerability? Here's why I'm not

  04-09-2024 15:09 via zdnet.com
  
  I'm a big fan of YubiKeys and the fact that some of them are vulnerable to being cloned doesn't change that. Let me explain.
  
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• You.com introduces 'multiplayer AI' so teams can collab on custom AI agents

  04-09-2024 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  This new multiplayer AI update seeks to further optimize workplace productivity by fueling collaboration.
  
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• Nvidia plunges almost 10% as global markets fall

  04-09-2024 14:48 via bbc.com
  
  The artificial intelligence chip giant saw $279bn wiped off its stock market value in New York.
  
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• Microsoft has a big Windows 10 problem, and only one year to solve it

  04-09-2024 14:28 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft has a serious problem on its hands, thanks to competition from ... itself?
  
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• One of the best foldable phones I've tested is not made by Samsung or OnePlus

  04-09-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has bright displays, a lighter form factor, and AI features meant for the big screen, but you'll still have to pay to play.
  
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• Malwarebytes review: Solid, free protection with a user-friendly interface

  04-09-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Malwarebytes offers both free and premium antivirus services to help protect your device. Here's what to know.
  
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• I used ReMarkable's new colored E Ink tablet for two weeks - and can't go back to 'real' paper

  04-09-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The ReMarkable Paper Pro delivers a premium pen-and-paper experience on a larger color display. Despite its pure mission, it remains an exclusive product.
  
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• The best flip phones of 2024: Expert tested and reviewed

  04-09-2024 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the best flip phones on the market, including the Motorola Razr and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6. Here's your definitive buying guide.
  
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• Microsoft's Copilot+ Surface devices are finally coming to business users. Here's what's new

  04-09-2024 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Business versions of the Microsoft Surface Pro 10 and 11 can run on T-Mobile's 5G network. The Surface Laptop 7 is also getting an enterprise reboot.
  
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• Better than Ring? This video doorbell has similar features and none of the monthly fees

  04-09-2024 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Lorex 2K video doorbell is the brand's flagship security system. I tested it to see if it was worth the money.
  
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• I replaced my Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra with the Z Fold 6 for a month - and can't go back

  04-09-2024 12:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest Samsung foldable is a pricey, multifaceted, and playful device that - still - only enthusiasts should buy.
  
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• AI 'won't replace' creative skills, study finds

  04-09-2024 11:51 via zdnet.com
  
  A new report from Canva encourages teachers to nurture creativity and design skills to compete in the age of AI. Other areas to focus on? Time management and problem-solving.
  
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• Google's Gems are a gentle introduction to AI prompt engineering

  04-09-2024 11:11 via zdnet.com
  
  Google's pre-built Gems offer prompt examples you can modify to get started with your own custom bot.
  
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