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• Waze vs. Google Maps: I compared two of the top navigation apps, and this one easily wins

  05-11-2025 23:26 via zdnet.com
  The Waze vs. Google Maps debate has raged for years. Here's my verdict after testing both.
  
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• Why Amazon really doesn't want Perplexity's AI browser shopping for you

  05-11-2025 23:02 via zdnet.com
  Perplexity called Amazon's actions 'a threat to all internet users.'
  
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• Microsoft confirms a bug is hitting paid Windows 10 ESU users - here's what's happening

  05-11-2025 22:46 via zdnet.com
  This problem has affected both consumer and business versions of Windows 10.
  
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• This free T-Mobile service could save your life, no matter what carrier you use - here's how

  05-11-2025 22:37 via zdnet.com
  T-Mobile's 'Text to 911' satellite service is available free of charge to anyone with a compatible smartphone. Here's how to sign up.
  
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• AT&T customers can still claim up to $7,500 from $177M data breach settlement - here's how

  05-11-2025 21:23 via zdnet.com
  A judge recently extended the deadline for AT&T's $177 million settlement. Here's how to claim your data breach payout before it's too late.
  
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• The $30 accessory that has saved my iPhone from water damage (again and again)

  05-11-2025 20:32 via zdnet.com
  Most modern smartphones are water-resistant, but there are times when I need additional protection. This one does the trick.
  
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• Amazon, Perplexity, and the future of AI shopping assistants

  05-11-2025 20:22 via zdnet.com
  The e-commerce giant claims Perplexity's Comet is eroding its customer experience - while pushing its own AI shopping agent.
  
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• T-Mobile now offers 911 texting via satellite for free - for Verizon and AT&T customers, too

  05-11-2025 19:37 via zdnet.com
  T-Mobile's 'Text to 911' service is available free of charge to anyone with a compatible smartphone. Here's how to sign up.
  
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• This Sony soundbar turned my living room into the ultimate theater experience - here's how

  05-11-2025 19:06 via zdnet.com
  Sony's Bravia Theater System 6 may skip some of the premium extras of its pricier sibling, but it still delivers outstanding sound where it matters most.
  
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• This AI ring takes notes for you and even talks back - in your own voice

  05-11-2025 19:01 via zdnet.com
  Here's what Sandbar's Stream Ring can do (and how to get your hands on one).
  
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• MP wants Elon Musk's chatbot shut down over claim he enabled grooming gangs

  05-11-2025 18:14 via bbc.com
  SNP MP Pete Wishart says he is seeking legal advice over the "disturbing" AI-generated social media post.
  
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• I can't work without a standing desk - this portable stand is the next best thing

  05-11-2025 18:06 via zdnet.com
  Moft's Sit-Stand Laptop Desk can elevate your laptop up to 10 inches, while folding down to half an inch thick.
  
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• Windows 10 may warn support has ended even if you paid for extended updates – here's why

  05-11-2025 18:01 via zdnet.com
  A bug that displays an incorrect 'end of support' message is expected to be squashed in a future Windows update.
  
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• Windows 10 may warn support has ended even if you paid for extended updates - here's why

  05-11-2025 18:01 via zdnet.com
  Microsoft has acknowledged the problem.
  
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• France moves to suspend Shein website as it opens first store in Paris

  05-11-2025 17:55 via bbc.com
  The economy ministry said proceedings would last until Shein proved all of its content complied with French law.
  
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• I used the M5 iPad Pro exclusively for weeks, and it's so close to replacing my laptop

  05-11-2025 17:31 via zdnet.com
  The latest iPad Pro features improvements in both performance and connectivity, making it a worthy upgrade for users of older iPads who want more.
  
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• The first 8 Linux commands every new user should learn

  05-11-2025 17:22 via zdnet.com
  I learned Linux in the 90s when the command line was mandatory - and it's still the best place to start.
  
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• My favorite Bluetooth tracker for Android and iOS just got a useful design upgrade

  05-11-2025 17:12 via zdnet.com
  Apple AirTags are great, but they have their limitations. Chipolo's new Loop trackers can be attached to any item.
  
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• Google's AI mode agents can snag event tickets for you now – here's how

  05-11-2025 16:22 via zdnet.com
  The latest agentic skills in Google's AI mode can now help you reserve seats for an event, a table at a restaurant, or an appointment at a beauty spa.
  
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• You can buy retail gift cards on Google Play now - here's how

  05-11-2025 15:54 via zdnet.com
  Google quietly added a hidden gift card shop inside the Play Store. Here's how to find it.
  
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• Best early Black Friday gadget deals 2025: Over a dozen sales out early

  05-11-2025 15:51 via zdnet.com
  Black Friday is just weeks away, but I've been searching the web looking for the best gadgets that make great gifts, and I've found some cracking deals for you.
  
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• Did your logins just get leaked? How to check online for free (and what to do next)

  05-11-2025 15:41 via zdnet.com
  This is a free service that shows whether your online accounts have likely been 'pwned,' or compromised in a data breach.
  
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• You can chat with Google Maps now, thanks to this big AI upgrade - how it works

  05-11-2025 15:22 via zdnet.com
  Google Maps just got four big Gemini-powered upgrades. Here's what's new.
  
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• You can talk with Google Maps now, thanks to its big Gemini upgrade - how it works

  05-11-2025 15:00 via zdnet.com
  Google Maps just got four big AI-powered upgrades. Here's what's new.
  
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• These Bluetooth trackers with loops replaced my AirTags (and they get loud)

  05-11-2025 14:30 via zdnet.com
  Apple AirTags are great, but they have their limitations. Chipolo's new Loop trackers can be attached to any item.
  
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• Turn your old tech into Amazon gift cards and discounts before Black Friday - here's how

  05-11-2025 14:29 via zdnet.com
  Did you know you can trade in your unused devices for Amazon credit - and get up to 20% off new devices? It's easy.
  
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• 7 Linux commands I can't live without after 20 years in the terminal

  05-11-2025 14:24 via zdnet.com
  You don't need the Linux terminal - but once you try it, you'll never go back.
  
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• Best early Black Friday Samsung deals 2025: 32 sales out now

  05-11-2025 14:21 via zdnet.com
  Black Friday is not far away, and Samsung devices are already on sale. These are my favorite Samsung deals so far, including discounts on smartphones and TVs.
  
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• These 15+ Google Docs hacks will supercharge your workflow (and they're free)

  05-11-2025 14:06 via zdnet.com
  From editable PDFs to instant translations, Google Docs is packed with features most people never use.
  
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• Best early Black Friday monitor deals 2025: 23 sales out early

  05-11-2025 13:59 via zdnet.com
  If you need a new monitor for your office, home, or gaming setup, these are the best deals in the run-up to Black Friday.
  
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• Best early Black Friday power station deals 2025: A dozen sales out early

  05-11-2025 13:52 via zdnet.com
  Black Friday is just weeks away, but I've found some excellent power station deals from EcoFlow, Jackery, and Bluetti that you can shop now.
  
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• Best Black Friday VPN deals 2025: Early subscription sales for NordVPN, Surfshark and more

  05-11-2025 13:36 via zdnet.com
  Early Black Friday sales are already available, including cheaper subscriptions to your favorite VPNs. These are the best deals around.
  
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• What to expect from Apple's 'cheap' MacBook in 2026 (and how it'll compete with Chromebooks)

  05-11-2025 13:01 via zdnet.com
  Apple could be developing a new, lightweight MacBook with the iPhone's A18 Pro chipset, and at a price that's sure to turn heads.
  
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• The brightest flashlights of 2025: We shine a spotlight on our top picks

  05-11-2025 13:00 via zdnet.com
  We tested the brightest flashlights of 2025 for camping, hiking, and blackouts.
  
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• You're not using these 15+ Google Docs hacks to supercharge your workflow (and they're free)

  05-11-2025 12:58 via zdnet.com
  From editable PDFs to instant translations, Google Docs is packed with features most people never use.
  
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• This JBL soundbar I tested rivals Bose and Sonos models that cost more - here's how

  05-11-2025 12:56 via zdnet.com
  The JBL Bar 1000MK2 is a true theater-in-a-box - and while its main feature might seem counterintuitive, it performs far better than you'd expect.
  
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• I switched my outdoor Bluetooth speakers with this wired system, and the difference was loud and clear

  05-11-2025 12:52 via zdnet.com
  The Polk Audio Atrium 5 speakers pair a sleek, minimalist design with full weatherproofing, delivering crisp, dynamic sound.
  
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• This wilderness expert just discovered the survival phone accessory he didn't know he needed

  05-11-2025 12:50 via zdnet.com
  Most modern smartphones are water-resistant, but there are times when I need additional protection. This one does the trick.
  
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• Not enough people are talking about the most capable Lenovo laptop right now

  05-11-2025 12:48 via zdnet.com
  The Lenovo Legion 9i is a top-tier gaming laptop that shines in both gaming and creative tasks, but there's more to it.
  
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• Your Meta Ray-Bans are getting several video-recording upgrades for free - and Oakley models, too

  05-11-2025 12:46 via zdnet.com
  Smoother and longer video recording is coming to older Meta smart glasses, but there's more to the November firmware update.
  
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• I thought these wireless earbuds were a joke - until I took my first phone call

  05-11-2025 12:44 via zdnet.com
  If you need a pair of earbuds with fantastic microphones, the OpenRock Link 20 open-air earbuds are some of the best I've tested.
  
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• I'm an audiophile, and these are the only cheap earbuds you should consider right now

  05-11-2025 12:41 via zdnet.com
  Earfun's Air Pro 4+ earbuds outshine many other devices costing considerably more. Here's how they stand out for me.
  
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• Which Apple Watch should you buy in 2025? My verdict on the most disputed model

  05-11-2025 12:39 via zdnet.com
  The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is Apple's most durable and longest-lasting wearable yet - but its upgrades go well beyond just battery life.
  
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• AI agents are only as good as the data they're given, and that's a big issue for businesses

  05-11-2025 12:19 via zdnet.com
  Agentic AI is reshaping the data landscape, impacting professionals across every industry. Here's what the changes mean for your organization.
  
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• Which portable power station is the most efficient? See our lab-tested winners

  05-11-2025 12:00 via zdnet.com
  We rigorously tested eight top portable power stations from Jackery, Anker, Bluetti, EcoFlow, and more in our lab to find out which ones are the most efficient.
  
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• Best early Black Friday Walmart deals 2025: 20+ sales out early

  05-11-2025 12:00 via zdnet.com
  Walmart just revealed some of the Black Friday deals you'll find this season. Here are the best ones live now on TVs, headphones, and more, and what's coming.
  
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• The best power banks of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  05-11-2025 11:00 via zdnet.com
  I tested the best power banks, from big units that can keep laptops running for hours to ones that can survive being in water.
  
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• Shop the 4 best early AirPods deals for Black Friday 2025

  05-11-2025 11:00 via zdnet.com
  Black Friday is weeks away, but AirPods sales are starting now. Here are the best ones to shop early.
  
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• The best AI agents are terrible freelancers - for now

  05-11-2025 09:00 via zdnet.com
  AI is able to automate less than 3% of the work now performed by independent contractors, a new study finds.
  
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• The most beautiful Linux distributions for 2025

  05-11-2025 04:00 via zdnet.com
  If you prefer your desktop operating system to be prettier than the average bear, then Linux is where it's at.
  
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