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• Intel unveils SDK for third party Alexa devices

  19-10-2017 21:33 via zdnet.com
  The chip giant said the Speech Enabling Developer Kit provides a complete audio front-end solution for far-field voice control.
  
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• Roku's ad-free streaming service was already a great deal - now it's adding Disney movies

  20-03-2026 20:39 via zdnet.com
  Howdy gets you ad-free viewing for under $3 a month, but is it worth it?
  
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• Microsoft announces sweeping Windows changes - but no apologies

  20-03-2026 20:01 via zdnet.com
  Microsoft's Windows boss just sent out a long non-apology to frustrated Windows 11 users, promising big changes. Here's a translation of what you can really expect.
  
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• Frequent flyers will love this tiny Bluetooth gadget, and it's on sale now

  20-03-2026 19:41 via zdnet.com
  The AirFly Pro 2 is $15 off during Best Buy's Tech Fest sale. Here's why you need it.
  
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• The Trump administration is targeting state AI legislation - again. Why that matters

  20-03-2026 19:34 via zdnet.com
  New policy guidance from the White House wants Congress to preempt state AI laws. Here's what current state AI laws address.
  
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• Using an infrared light to improve your productivity sounds bizarre - so I put that claim to the test

  20-03-2026 19:21 via zdnet.com
  The Sunbooster SLS2000 attaches to your monitor, mimics the sun, and allegedly improves mood and focus. Did it work?
  
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• OpenAI's rumored 'superapp' could finally solve one of my biggest issues with ChatGPT

  20-03-2026 19:12 via zdnet.com
  Commentary: OpenAI reportedly wants one app for everything, and I'm here for it.
  
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• YouTube killed my comment alerts, so I vibe-coded a fix to get them back - in just 1 hour

  20-03-2026 19:03 via zdnet.com
  With Gemini and a simple Python script, I rebuilt YouTube email alerts. Now I won't miss another comment. Here's how you can do the same.
  
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• 6 useful Bluetooth gadgets that feel like life hacks (and won't break the bank)

  20-03-2026 19:00 via zdnet.com
  Bluetooth gadgets are among the most practical on the market. These are my favorites.
  
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• If the Fire Phone returns, I'm praying Amazon fixes its app store problem first

  20-03-2026 18:56 via zdnet.com
  A new Fire Phone is reportedly being developed - and I sure hope Amazon doesn't make the same mistakes it did more than a decade ago.
  
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• For Amazon's Fire Phone to succeed, it'll need to fix its app store problem first

  20-03-2026 18:56 via zdnet.com
  A new Fire Phone is reportedly being developed - and I sure hope Amazon doesn't make the same mistakes it did years ago.
  
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• How to share your location on Android quickly: 5 easy ways - including by text

  20-03-2026 17:32 via zdnet.com
  Share your current or live location from your Android phone in seconds, using the apps you already have installed.
  
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• Publisher cancels horror novel's release over AI claims

  20-03-2026 16:30 via bbc.com
  Author Mia Ballard denies having used AI herself when writing the horror story Shy Girl.
  
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• I'm worried for Samsung and Google when cheap Android phones like this exist

  20-03-2026 15:35 via zdnet.com
  Review: The Nothing Phone 4a Pro beats its midrange competitors with a premium build, smooth user experience, and a versatile camera setup.
  
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• Should you upgrade to M5 MacBook Pro from the M1? Short answer: It's probably time

  20-03-2026 14:40 via zdnet.com
  The M5 MacBook Pro brings some impressive performance gains, but not everyone needs to upgrade. Here's how it compares to the M1 model.
  
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• Hit by breaches? I tried a data removal service to take back my privacy - how it paid off

  20-03-2026 14:40 via zdnet.com
  Services like DeleteMe scan the internet for exposed personal information and work to remove it. Here's what it does well - and what it's still missing.
  
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• Chainguard is racing to fix trust in AI-built software - here's how

  20-03-2026 14:09 via zdnet.com
  Chainguard is expanding beyond open-source security to protect open-core software, AI agent skills, and GitHub Actions.
  
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• IT failure leaves Hargreaves Lansdown clients unable to make transactions

  20-03-2026 12:57 via bbc.com
  The finance firm has apologised for the disruption to its website and app, which has angered many customers.
  
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• How to check if a text message is spam on Android - and the free tool I rely on

  20-03-2026 12:00 via zdnet.com
  Are your chats and DMs flooded with suspicious messages? If you have a Pixel, Galaxy, or even Motorola phone, there's an easy way to check.
  
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• The best streaming deals right now: Hulu, Disney+, Paramount+, and more

  20-03-2026 11:00 via zdnet.com
  Cut the cord and stream for less with some of the best deals we've seen so far this year on popular streaming services and devices, ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
  
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• You're being tracked online - 9 easy ways to stop the surveillance

  20-03-2026 10:00 via zdnet.com
  Stop feeding online businesses your data and prevent both surveillance and tracking with our updated step-by-step guide.
  
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• 6 WFH gadgets that leveled up my home office (and all of them are on sale)

  20-03-2026 10:00 via zdnet.com
  As a remote worker, I'd recommend these gadgets that improved my home office, even if they weren't discounted ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
  
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• False online posts fuel self-diagnosis, says study

  20-03-2026 07:18 via bbc.com
  Norfolk and Suffolk researchers say the false information about autism and ADHD is most worrying.
  
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• I used Omega Linux to revitalize a junk PC, and it's noticeably better than Ubuntu

  20-03-2026 04:00 via zdnet.com
  If you're looking for a distribution for an aging machine, consider Omega, based on Arch.
  
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• EndeavorOS Titan is one of the most unique Arch-based Linux distros I've tried - here's why

  20-03-2026 03:30 via zdnet.com
  EndeavorOS Titan is the newest release in this Arch-based distribution, and it is well worth the update, especially if you depend on proper GPU drivers.
  
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• My personal data has been leaked several times - this service helped clean it all up

  20-03-2026 02:30 via zdnet.com
  DeleteMe scans the internet for exposed personal information and works to remove it - with varying success.
  
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• AI will accelerate tech job growth - former Tesla president explains where and why

  20-03-2026 02:00 via zdnet.com
  Venture capitalist Jon McNeill foresees growing demand for humans to sustain complex AI infrastructure and architecture.
  
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• This viral wireless dongle lets you share your audio on a flight - how it works

  20-03-2026 01:20 via zdnet.com
  The Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 improves audio quality, streamlines connectivity, and makes in-flight entertainment much easier to enjoy.
  
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• Why your biggest tech upgrade this year is a splash of color

  20-03-2026 00:06 via zdnet.com
  For phones, laptops, and other mobile accessories, any color besides black is the new black.
  
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• How to turn your Pixel phone into a PC - with the new Android Desktop Mode

  19-03-2026 22:03 via zdnet.com
  I test drove the new Android Desktop Mode with my Pixel, and it genuinely wowed me.
  
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