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• The 55+ best Black Friday Amazon deals 2024: Early sales live now

  18-11-2024 23:04 via zdnet.com
  
  Black Friday will be here next week, but at Amazon, you don't have to wait to shop for savings on top tech like tablets, phones, laptops, and more.
  
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• The best Black Friday soundbar and speaker deals: Save on Bose, Sonos, Beats, and more

  18-11-2024 22:41 via zdnet.com
  
  Black Friday is approaching, but you can find early deals on soundbars, subwoofers, rear, and Bluetooth speakers from Bose, Sonos, Beats, Sony, and more.
  
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• This is the only indoor security camera you'll ever need - and it's only $50 now

  18-11-2024 21:50 via zdnet.com
  
  The Ring Pan/Tilt Indoor Cam checks almost all the boxes, including a great value for the price. It's 38% off ahead of Black Friday.
  
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• This Samsung phone is the model I recommend to most people (and it's $175 off right now)

  18-11-2024 21:41 via zdnet.com
  
  It doesn't flip, fold, or have a built-in S Pen stylus, but the Galaxy S24 FE offers all the essentials at a relatively accessible price. Ahead of Black Friday, it's selling for as low as $475.
  
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• Is Apple finally going to make a TV set? Maybe. Here's what it'll depend on

  18-11-2024 21:26 via zdnet.com
  
  Depending on the success of its upcoming smart home hub, Apple will evaluate making its own TV set, according to reports. Does this sound familiar?
  
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• My favorite tablet for watching movies is not an iPad or Samsung Galaxy Tab

  18-11-2024 20:52 via zdnet.com
  
  The OnePlus Pad 2 is a solid entertainment tablet with good hardware, a long-lasting battery, and most importantly: a brilliant display.
  
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• My Linux predictions for 2025: It's going to be a good year

  18-11-2024 20:13 via zdnet.com
  
  What's coming for the open-source operating system and why.
  
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• You can still buy a 50-inch Hisense 4K TV for $138 at Walmart - how to secure the deal

  18-11-2024 20:11 via zdnet.com
  
  The Hisense 50-inch Class R6 Series 4K TV is a hot sell at Walmart going into Black Friday, but you'll want to know where and how to look for one.
  
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• Forget Dyson: Roborock's wet-dry vacuum left my floors spotless (and it's $180 for Black Friday)

  18-11-2024 20:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Roborock Flexi Lite is one of the most used devices in my home; it handles every mess my kids throw at it, and it's only $180, down from its $400 price tag.
  
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• The best Black Friday headphone deals 2024: Early sales on Apple, Beats, Sony and more

  18-11-2024 19:52 via zdnet.com
  
  Black Friday is next week, but it's never too early to start holiday shopping for your next pair of headphones or earbuds (or one to gift). We found some of the best early deals from the most popular brands.
  
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• Real-time Linux leads kernel v6.12's list of new features

  18-11-2024 19:46 via zdnet.com
  
  This major kernel release adds enhanced support for various hardware platforms and new devices. Even Linus Torvalds contributed some code.
  
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• The Sony LED TV I recommend to most people is on sale ahead of Black Friday

  18-11-2024 19:43 via zdnet.com
  
  I've seen the best TVs of 2024, and last year's Sony X90L remains my top pick. Amazon and Best Buy have discounted every screen size during early Black Friday sales.
  
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• The 32 best Black Friday robot vacuum deals 2024: Early sales live now

  18-11-2024 19:38 via zdnet.com
  
  As a robot vacuum reviewer, I'm always looking for great deals. Here are some of the best robot vacuum deals you can buy before Black Friday next week.
  
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• How to make your Pixel Buds Pro sound even better with this simple phone setting

  18-11-2024 19:37 via zdnet.com
  
  Out of the box, Google's Pro earbuds are already a great option for on-the-go sound. Want to improve the audio quality? The connection between your Pixel phone and earbuds makes that boost possible.
  
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• I tested a 'luxury' nugget ice maker, and it's totally worth it - and it's on sale for Black Friday

  18-11-2024 19:35 via zdnet.com
  
  The GE Opal 2.0 is a premium ice maker with all the smarts to make it an exceptionally satisfying kitchen appliance, for yourself or to gift. And it's $150 off ahead of Black Friday.
  
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• The 15 best Black Friday security camera deals of 2024: Early sales available now

  18-11-2024 19:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Black Friday is just around the corner, and if you're looking to buy or gift a new indoor or outdoor security camera, now is a great time to shop the best early deals.
  
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• The 11+ best Black Friday Apple Watch deals 2024: Early sales live now

  18-11-2024 19:24 via zdnet.com
  
  Black Friday is around the corner, but you don't have to wait to snag savings on the most popular Apple Watch models, including the Ultra 2 and the new Series 10.
  
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• The 70+ best Black Friday TV deals 2024: Save up to $2,000

  18-11-2024 19:19 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking to take advantage of early Black Friday TV deals to upgrade your home theater? With official sales kicking off next week, now is the perfect time to save big and beat the holiday shopping rush on OLED, QLED, and other top models from brands like Sony, LG, and Samsung.
  
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• I tested the cheapest Surface Pro 11 model: 3 main takeaways as a Windows expert

  18-11-2024 19:12 via zdnet.com
  
  The Snapdragon-powered Surface Pro has a handful of new features, but delivers the same, great experience. Right now, the 13-inch version is $300 off ahead of Black Friday.
  
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• Seven-year-old gets job offer from Russian IT firm

  18-11-2024 19:07 via bbc.com
  
  The software company's boss said Sergey, who teaches coding in online videos, was "a kind of Mozart".
  
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• This Android phone reminds me of an iPhone from the back, but it's a fraction of the price

  18-11-2024 18:59 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple didn't make this phone.
  
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• The Game Awards 2024: Astro Bot and Final Fantasy lead nominations

  18-11-2024 18:55 via bbc.com
  
  The 3D platformer and role-playing game get seven nods each at the "Oscars of Gaming".
  
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• I use this tablet more than my iPad Pro, and it costs a fraction of the price

  18-11-2024 18:40 via zdnet.com
  
  This is the tablet for the masses.
  
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• Is Perplexity Pro worth the subscription? This free shipping perk just might convince me

  18-11-2024 18:07 via zdnet.com
  
  Get the AI shopping help you need, and other perks, right in time for the holidays with Perplexity's new 'first-of-its-kind commerce experience'.
  
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• Get a Walmart+ membership for half off and snag exclusive access to upcoming Black Friday sales

  18-11-2024 18:01 via zdnet.com
  
  Right now, you can save $49 on an annual Walmart+ membership and get benefits like free delivery, early sale access, and more, just ahead of the retailer's Black Friday sale on Nov. 25.
  
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• 5 ways to use Google Scholar to supercharge your research efforts

  18-11-2024 18:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Happy 20th anniversary to Google Scholar! Here's how to use it for your own research.
  
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• Black Friday 2024 is nearly here: Everything you need to know about holiday shopping

  18-11-2024 17:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Black Friday will be here in about two weeks, but several sales are kicking off soon. Here's everything you need to know to shop the best early deals, including information on retailer sale dates.
  
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• Roblox to ban young children from messaging others

  18-11-2024 17:29 via bbc.com
  
  Parents will also be able to view and manage their child's account, including limiting their screen time.
  
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• You can watch Bluesky's explosive user growth in real time

  18-11-2024 17:12 via zdnet.com
  
  Ever wonder how many people are signing up for Bluesky every second? Now you can find out.
  
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• One of the best QLED TVs I've tested isn't made by Samsung or LG (and up to $2,000 off)

  18-11-2024 17:03 via zdnet.com
  
  TCL's 2024 QM8 might be one of the best-value TVs on the market going into the holiday season, and it's already discounted ahead of Black Friday.
  
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• 10 lessons I've learned from the open-source community that aren't about tech

  18-11-2024 16:53 via zdnet.com
  
  You might think the only lessons to learn from the open-source environment are technical, but you'd be mistaken.
  
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• The 20 best Black Friday deals under $25: Early sales available now

  18-11-2024 16:44 via zdnet.com
  
  Stick to your holiday budget this season with these giftable gadgets under $25 ahead of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping weekend.
  
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• The 24 best Black Friday tablet deals 2024: Early sales available now

  18-11-2024 16:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking to get ahead on your holiday shopping? We found the best early Black Friday tablet deals from Apple, Samsung, Microsoft, and more that are live now.
  
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• The iPad Mini 7 is almost perfect for me - except its missing one critical feature

  18-11-2024 16:22 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple's latest iPad Mini 7, powered by the A17 Pro chip, is an incredibly capable tablet, but it missed one big opportunity.
  
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• I can't recommend this rugged power station enough to drone users - and it's $340 off for Black Friday

  18-11-2024 16:07 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest DJI Power 1000 is specifically designed for drones but is strong enough to power most high-watt devices, as I found in testing.
  
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• Meta Quest absolutely dominates Steam VR - just look

  18-11-2024 15:26 via zdnet.com
  
  New research shows how Meta, Valve, and HTC stack up on Steam - and how Meta's offerings leave other products in the dust.
  
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• How to create a podcast with AI in seconds: Easy, step-by-step instructions

  18-11-2024 14:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Using PDFs, text files, or audio files, Google's NotebookLM tool can generate a podcast episode that sounds just like two real people discussing your topic. We'll walk you through exactly how it's done.
  
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• The best password manager for Mac in 2024: Expert tested

  18-11-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the best password managers for Mac right now, to help you keep your laptop logins secure. These are our favorites.
  
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• Gen AI gives software developers surge in productivity - but it's not for everyone

  18-11-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Generative AI brings productivity benefits, but IT professionals must be wary of wholesale adoption of these tools in their current incarnations.
  
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• Gen AI could speed up coding, but businesses should still consider risks

  18-11-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Organizations keen to fund gen AI-powered software development for the anticipated benefits should also understand that this may come with adverse effects.
  
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• ChatGPT writes my routine in 12 top programming languages. Here's what the results tell me

  18-11-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  ChatGPT is well-known for its coding capabilities, but how will it fare when a dozen languages are thrown at it in one session? The answer: pretty darn good.
  
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• AI-driven software testing gains more champions but worries persist

  18-11-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The question is no longer whether gen AI and emerging technologies will elevate the automation of software testing but when and how. However, proponents need to overcome organizational resistance.
  
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• 25 AI tips to boost your programming productivity with ChatGPT

  18-11-2024 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  With ChatGPT in your toolkit, coding can be faster and smoother. I share the best ways of using AI to overcome common coding challenges, so you can streamline your development projects.
  
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• Trump names 'big tech' critic Brendan Carr to head US comms regulator

  18-11-2024 13:27 via bbc.com
  
  Carr, a free speech advocate and longtime FCC member, has accused some social media firms of censorship.
  
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• Proton VPN review: A very solid free VPN with robust leak protection

  18-11-2024 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Proton VPN is our pick for the best free VPN. Here's why, based on our testing.
  
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• The hidden challenges of AI development no one talks about

  18-11-2024 10:00 via zdnet.com
  
  DigitalOcean's VP of AI reveals how startups can build AI solutions faster and cheaper to break down barriers in a field dominated by large corporations and hyperscalers.
  
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• How to upgrade an 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11: Two ways

  18-11-2024 09:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft has added more roadblocks, but there are workarounds for many models. Here's how you can find out whether your Windows 10 PC can bypass the latest restrictions and safely upgrade to Windows 11 - for free.
  
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• This 'lifelike' AI granny is infuriating phone scammers. Here's how - and why

  18-11-2024 01:31 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're tired of dealing with scammers, take heart in knowing that this AI grandma is fighting back.
  
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