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• Data security is a major issue in GDPR compliance

  24-01-2019 14:00 via zdnet.com
  Only 59 percent of the enterprise is meeting the EU’s regulatory requirements today.
  
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• I've used the iOS 27 beta for a month: 7 ways the new Siri is dramatically better

  14-07-2026 22:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Siri AI is the star of iOS 27, and now most iPhone users can try it with the first public beta of the OS.
  
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• I tested the Ultrahuman Ring Pro: It's a biohacker's dream that's not for me

  14-07-2026 21:25 via zdnet.com
  
  The brand's latest ring comes with extensive features, but it's both larger and more expensive than the previous version.
  
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• The only Apple Watch strap you'll ever need is down to its lowest price yet

  14-07-2026 20:35 via zdnet.com
  
  I have multiple Apple Watch straps, but I keep coming back to the Nomad Stratos Band for its classy looks and sporty comfort.
  
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• How to download iPadOS 27 right now - and which models support it

  14-07-2026 20:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple just released the iPadOS 27 public beta, offering early access to an upgraded Siri, new Safari features, and more.
  
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• Every iPhone model that supports iOS 27 (and which older ones don't)

  14-07-2026 19:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Here's a breakdown of which iPhone models support the next iOS update (now available on public beta) - and which ones Apple is leaving behind.
  
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• How to download iOS 27 right now (and which iPhone models support it)

  14-07-2026 19:23 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple's WWDC 2026 was full of updates for the overall iPhone user experience -here's how you can try iOS 27 early for free.
  
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• Google is training AI on even more of your data now, unless you opt out - here's how

  14-07-2026 19:20 via zdnet.com
  
  Images, videos and voice searches can be used to train Google's LLMs. You can disable this feature to retain your privacy.
  
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• 5 smart home gadgets I actually recommend, after years of testing

  14-07-2026 19:07 via zdnet.com
  
  I've tested dozens of smart home devices, but only a select few truly stand out. Here are the smart home gadgets I wholeheartedly recommend.
  
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• Google Search will let you instantly generate AI images for free - here's how

  14-07-2026 18:00 via zdnet.com
  
  With the latest update to Google Images, you can generate your own images directly inside the AI Overviews.
  
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• I'm a serial Linux distro hopper - these 7 signs mean it's time to switch

  14-07-2026 17:45 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking to try a different Linux distribution, it's time you do the 'distro hop.' But why does this phenomenon seem inevitable for so many users?
  
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• These 5 gadgets will upgrade your Apple Watch - and I recommend them

  14-07-2026 16:20 via zdnet.com
  
  These are my tried-and-true favorite Apple Watch accessories, and some of them are on sale now.
  
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• How to install the MacOS 27 public beta on your Mac today - it's live now

  14-07-2026 15:28 via zdnet.com
  
  MacOS 27 will go live on all eligible MacBooks this fall, but you can opt into the public beta now. Here's how.
  
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• Windows Search just got a faster, cleaner overhaul - how to try it today

  14-07-2026 14:54 via zdnet.com
  
  I tried the new Windows Search, and it offers a refreshing change with an updated layout that makes it easier to find what I need.
  
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• 12 YouTube default settings to change right now for a more enjoyable experience

  14-07-2026 14:20 via zdnet.com
  
  YouTube works well with default settings, but I tighten some privacy controls and enable a few features to make it even better.
  
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• Don't let an AI chatbot pick your password, ever

  14-07-2026 14:12 via zdnet.com
  
  Are AI-generated passwords truly random? Research suggests AI passwords are far less secure than you might think.
  
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• SEO is not dead: 5 ways to win more citations from AI search

  14-07-2026 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Now that AI chat is becoming the new status quo of search engines, the rules for staying visible have changed for small businesses and solopreneurs.
  
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• I changed these 12 YouTube settings to limit Shorts, stop autoplay, protect my privacy, and more

  14-07-2026 12:00 via zdnet.com
  
  YouTube works well with default settings, but I tighten some privacy controls and enable a few features to make it even better.
  
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• I tried Google Maps' new 3D Immersive View for Android Auto, and it fixed my biggest navigation problems

  14-07-2026 08:40 via zdnet.com
  
  The update is the biggest visual change in a decade, and it makes navigating much easier.
  
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• I tested COSMIC's new Frosted Glass effect, and it's way better than MacOS' Liquid Glass

  13-07-2026 22:59 via zdnet.com
  
  This simply gorgeous Linux desktop just stole the UI crown from Apple's Liquid Glass.
  
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• Is that QR code a trap? How to spot quishing scams before it's too late

  13-07-2026 20:01 via zdnet.com
  
  A QR code phishing scheme can take many forms. Here's how to recognize them and avoid becoming a victim.
  
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• Windows questions? How Copilot can analyze your PC settings now

  13-07-2026 19:21 via zdnet.com
  
  Now rolling out to the Copilot Windows app, the new PC Insights skill can answer questions about your Windows system, settings, and more.
  
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• How I tag my files to avoid endless searching and disorganized folders

  13-07-2026 17:32 via zdnet.com
  
  File managers are often overlooked as one of the most important tools in an operating system. Try this and see if you don't agree!
  
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• I tested Alienware's new budget gaming laptop, but these 3 might be smarter buys

  13-07-2026 16:37 via zdnet.com
  
  The Alienware 15 sets out to balance affordability and performance, but whether it succeeds depends on personal preferences.
  
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• I loved ChatGPT Desktop until OpenAI gutted it to make room for Codex and Work

  13-07-2026 14:45 via zdnet.com
  
  OpenAI just merged the ChatGPT desktop app with Codex - and removed my favorite productivity features. What were they thinking?
  
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• The best email hosting for small businesses in 2026: Expert tested

  12-07-2026 11:00 via zdnet.com
  
  I tested Google Workspace, Proton Mail, Microsoft 365, Fastmail, and Spike to find the best email hosting for freelancers and remote teams in 2026.
  
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• My Fitbit Air test revealed the flaws of calorie counting with a health tracker - here's why

  11-07-2026 14:52 via zdnet.com
  
  You should take calorie data with a grain of salt. Here's what I learned after testing the Fitbit Air's heart rate data against a gold standard heart rate monitor.
  
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• Meta pulls new AI image feature after days of backlash

  11-07-2026 03:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Meta's release this week of an AI feature that let people alter Instagram content drew swift blowback.
  
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• Is the Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake worth the 13 year wait?

  11-07-2026 02:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The BBC's Tom Gerken plays the much-anticipated pirate game which has been remade from the ground up.
  
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• Apple sues OpenAI, its employees claiming theft of trade secrets

  11-07-2026 00:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Apple said in a Friday lawsuit that OpenAI’s nascent hardware business is “rotten to its core.”
  
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