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• Amazon's 2025 Black Friday deals are shockingly good: Shop some of my favorites up to 60% off

  20-11-2025 22:37 via zdnet.com
  Black Friday is a week away, but Amazon's Black Friday sale kicked off today. These are my favorite deals so far, like Govee outdoor lights for $200.
  
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• Can a Linux laptop really replace my MacBook? This one is surprisingly close

  20-11-2025 22:00 via zdnet.com
  Tuxedo Computers' Infinity Book Pro 14 is a sleek laptop with Linux preinstalled. But its performance is backed up by some smart design choices.
  
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• How to pair two sets of AirPods to your iPhone at the same time (and why it's genius)

  20-11-2025 21:54 via zdnet.com
  Stop sharing your AirPods when you can directly share your audio instead. Here's how to pair two sets to one device.
  
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• Everyone can use ChatGPT Group Chat now for free - here's to try it

  20-11-2025 21:51 via zdnet.com
  OpenAI's new feature enables up to 20 users to collaborate with the chatbot in a single, shared conversation.
  
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• Black Friday TV deals are live now with massive sales: Here are our 40+ top picks

  20-11-2025 21:44 via zdnet.com
  Black Friday is just over a week away, and I'm tracking great deals on TVs and home theater equipment from Samsung, Sony, and more live.
  
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• The Kindle Scribe is a note taker's dream device, on sale ahead of Black Friday

  20-11-2025 21:42 via zdnet.com
  Amazon's Kindle Scribe earned our Editor's Choice award for its excellent note-taking features and ease of use. Right now, it's on sale.
  
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• I found an AirTag alternative that beats the Bluetooth tracker in meaningful ways (including price)

  20-11-2025 21:40 via zdnet.com
  Pebblebee's Clip 5 finder tag attaches to a keyring, works with iOS and Android, and gets loud.
  
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• Changing this one setting on my Android phone doubled the speed (literally)

  20-11-2025 21:36 via zdnet.com
  A few taps and a swipe are all it takes to make your Android phone run in double time - sort of.
  
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• Google's Nano Banana image generator goes Pro - how it beats the original

  20-11-2025 21:28 via zdnet.com
  The original Nano Banana generator went viral, and this one is even better. See what changed - and how to try it for free.
  
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• TikTok may have just fixed the two worst parts about social media today - here's how

  20-11-2025 21:18 via zdnet.com
  Remember when social media was fun and exciting?
  
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• What Linus Torvalds really thinks about AI and software development might surprise you

  20-11-2025 21:00 via zdnet.com
  Linux's leader, Linus Torvalds, and his friend, Dirk Hohndel, discuss AI, Rust, and Linux's human side.
  
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• How much RAM does your Linux PC need in 2025? A distro verteran's expert advice

  20-11-2025 21:00 via zdnet.com
  Forget the bare minimum: here's how much RAM you actually need to get the best performance out of your Linux system today.
  
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• Should you take gaming on Chromebooks seriously? Nvidia's latest move says it all

  20-11-2025 20:57 via zdnet.com
  New Chromebooks will come with the GeForce Now Fast Pass for a full year, alongside upgrades with the Blackwell RTX architecture.
  
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• You can't hide your Amazon orders in a shared account anymore - but here's a workaround

  20-11-2025 20:52 via zdnet.com
  If you're ordering gifts from Amazon this holiday season, beware of this feature change.
  
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• My 8 must-use Linux commands, and how they can make your life easier

  20-11-2025 20:30 via zdnet.com
  Sure, using the Linux command line is optional. But these are commands I rely on every day, and you can benefit from them, too.
  
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• Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 are my favorite travel headphones - especially at this price

  20-11-2025 20:27 via zdnet.com
  The Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 headphones are built for travel, thanks to a warm sound profile, a comfortable design, and an auto standby power feature.
  
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• After testing streaming devices for over a decade, this $19 Roku is the best deal I've seen

  20-11-2025 20:21 via zdnet.com
  I've used the Roku Streaming Stick Plus for months, and it's a downright steal with this $19 Black Friday deal.
  
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• Best Buy's Black Friday sale has arrived - I hand-picked 30+ discounts live now

  20-11-2025 19:56 via zdnet.com
  Best Buy's Black Friday sale starts today, and these are my favorite deals available now, like the AirPods Pro 3 for $219.
  
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• TikTok may have finally fixed the two worst parts about social media today - here's how

  20-11-2025 19:46 via zdnet.com
  The app has new tools that let you avoid AI slop and reward you for not doomscrolling.
  
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• These 5 Black Friday MacBook deals are so good, they made me do a double take

  20-11-2025 19:37 via zdnet.com
  I'd recommend these Mac products at regular price, but they're currently on sale ahead of Black Friday.
  
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• Android Auto just got a major Gemini upgrade, and it's already lapping Google Assistant

  20-11-2025 19:19 via zdnet.com
  Gemini on Android Auto is the AI driving assistant we've all been waiting for.
  
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• Vinted blocks 'sickening' sexually explicit ads

  20-11-2025 19:10 via bbc.com
  The online marketplace removed adverts which included a video a user said depicted a pornographic scene.
  
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• Perplexity's Comet lands on Android - can it crush Chrome? How to try it

  20-11-2025 19:00 via zdnet.com
  Although Android is owned by Google - Perplexity's biggest and most powerful competitor - it could help to make Comet the default browser for many users.
  
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• Perplexity's Comet arrives on Android - how to try the AI browser on your phone now

  20-11-2025 19:00 via zdnet.com
  Although Android is owned by Google - Perplexity's biggest and most powerful competitor - it could help to make Comet the default browser for many users.
  
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• GPT-5 is speeding up scientific research, but still can't be trusted to work alone, OpenAI warns

  20-11-2025 19:00 via zdnet.com
  The model showed impressive strides - but the company isn't taking this as an indicator that AGI is near. Here's why.
  
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• This sunrise alarm clock is a game-changer for seasonal depression, and it's worth every penny at this price

  20-11-2025 18:46 via zdnet.com
  The Hatch Restore 3 boasts personalized sleep routines and peaceful morning moments, and you can get it for $30 off as an early Black Friday deal.
  
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• These Sonos headphones are better than the Sony and Bose alternatives - especially at this price

  20-11-2025 18:34 via zdnet.com
  With a $120 discount, the Sonos Ace headphones are my pick for the best Black Friday deal so far.
  
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• Best Black Friday Amazon deals 2025: I'm tracking my favorite discounts live

  20-11-2025 18:26 via zdnet.com
  Black Friday is a week away, but Amazon's Black Friday sale kicked off today. These are my favorite deals so far, like Govee outdoor lights for $200.
  
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• New Chromebooks come with a free GeForce Now Fast Pass - and it looks promising

  20-11-2025 18:00 via zdnet.com
  New Chromebooks will come with the GeForce Now Fast Pass for a full year, alongside upgrades with the Blackwell RTX architecture.
  
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• 5 ways Android Auto's big Gemini upgrade just changed driving for good - and we saw it firsthand

  20-11-2025 18:00 via zdnet.com
  Google's AI assistant is now available in your car, giving you hands-free chats, information, and more.
  
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• The best flip phones of 2025: How Samsung and Motorola models compare

  20-11-2025 17:44 via zdnet.com
  Here's how the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Motorola Razr Ultra stack up in 2025, and why you shouldn't ignore your other options.
  
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• Linux Mint vs. Zorin OS: I compared the two Windows alternatives, and here's my advice

  20-11-2025 17:42 via zdnet.com
  Linux Mint and Zorin OS are both popular Linux distros - but which one should you install? Here's my reasoning.
  
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• These are the 3 smart rings readers bought most this year (and the top pick is on sale)

  20-11-2025 17:19 via zdnet.com
  See which smart rings made the cut.
  
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• Why your USB-C device isn't charging - and the quick fix that I always consider first

  20-11-2025 17:17 via zdnet.com
  Does your gadget have a USB-C port, but it won't charge when connected to a USB-C cable? Here's why, and how to fix it.
  
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• Finally, a rugged sports watch that I'd recommend to everyone (and tracks health reliably)

  20-11-2025 17:08 via zdnet.com
  With the new Grit X2, Polar continues to refine its tools for training, coaching, and performance improvement.
  
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• This Dyson rival delivers more and better ways to clean than I expected - with a $250 discount

  20-11-2025 16:55 via zdnet.com
  After weeks of using the Roborock F25 Ultra, I can never go back to using basic cleaning tools.
  
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• This $180 Motorola proves you're overspending for good cameras and battery life

  20-11-2025 16:52 via zdnet.com
  Motorola's new Moto G Play (2026) is an affordable handset that nails the essentials, from screen to endurance.
  
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• Is liquid-cooling on phones a gimmick or pure genius? My verdict after swapping my Pixel for one

  20-11-2025 16:48 via zdnet.com
  With snappy performance and liquid cooling, the Redmagic 11 Pro boasts the best mobile gaming I've experienced to date.
  
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• After 2 years of charging my iPhone the 'Apple way' - here's how the battery has held up

  20-11-2025 16:43 via zdnet.com
  Is there a correct way to charge your iPhone? And what happens when you do? Here's how my device has lasted.
  
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• I replaced my AirTags with this super-loud alternative - and there's more to it

  20-11-2025 16:11 via zdnet.com
  Pebblebee's Clip 5 finder tag attaches to a keyring, works with iOS and Android, and gets loud.
  
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• An ex-Bose engineer just designed smart earrings that do more than track your health

  20-11-2025 16:08 via zdnet.com
  The Lumia 2 earrings track blood flow, exercise, and sleep. They come with a clever, customizable design.
  
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• Apple did something with AirPods Pro 3 that I didn't think earbuds could pull off

  20-11-2025 16:06 via zdnet.com
  After testing AirPods Pro 3 for more than a month, one feature stood out above all the upgrades. Now, they're even on sale.
  
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• The 17+ best tech stocking stuffers perfect for holiday gifting (all under $75)

  20-11-2025 15:46 via zdnet.com
  I test out nifty tech gadgets all year long. Here are my favorite products that make perfect stocking stuffers for the holiday season (and some of these are on sale).
  
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• This coin-sized USB drive is the productivity gadget I didn't know I needed (and it's cheap)

  20-11-2025 15:18 via zdnet.com
  The SanDisk ExtremeFit USB-C flash drive weighs barely three grams, but offers 1TB of external storage and impressive speeds.
  
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• Deepfake 'nudify' site fined £55,000 over lack of age checks

  20-11-2025 14:19 via bbc.com
  The regulator said it had also opened new investigations into 20 porn sites over suspected online safety breaches.
  
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• Matter 1.5 may finally fix the biggest headache in buying security cameras - here's how

  20-11-2025 14:00 via zdnet.com
  Security cameras, unite!
  
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• Lack of online age verification sparks concern

  20-11-2025 13:44 via bbc.com
  A review finds an assumption UK age verification would apply in Jersey was not correct.
  
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• Why an AI 'godfather' is quitting Meta after 12 years

  20-11-2025 12:35 via bbc.com
  One of the pioneers in the current AI boom, he has had disagreements with fellow engineers over the future of the technology.
  
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• Finally, a portable 4K projector worthy of replacing my TV - and it supports Dolby Vision

  20-11-2025 12:16 via zdnet.com
  The Xgimi Horizon S Max stands out as one of the brightest and most capable projectors I've tested to date.
  
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• Best VPN services 2025: Our top picks for speed and security

  20-11-2025 12:01 via zdnet.com
  Many of my favorite VPNs, offering security, privacy, and rapid speeds, are now on sale ahead of Black Friday.
  
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