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• Need a VPN? Get a 5-year subscription for $35 with this deal

  06-12-2024 20:52 via zdnet.com
  
  With this AdGuard VPN deal, you can enjoy the benefits of a privacy-enhancing VPN on your mobile devices for the next five years for the equivalent of less than a dollar a month.
  
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• I tested the LG C6 OLED for a week, and its color accuracy and contrast levels left me in awe

  01-07-2026 22:00 via zdnet.com
  
  LG's flagship OLED TV got a refresh with the C6, and continues to prove why OLED is worth the high asking price.
  
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• I've tested many portable Linux distros, but PorteuX is the one I keep on my USB drive

  01-07-2026 21:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Ever longed for a Linux distro to have with you at all times? Consider the super-fast, modular, and immutable Slackware-based PorteuX.
  
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• I wore the Oura Ring 5 for a month, and it's an even bigger upgrade than expected

  01-07-2026 21:12 via zdnet.com
  
  However, you're really buying the Oura Ring 5 for one reason.
  
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• Your old Android phone can be turned into a dashcam for free - how I did it in 5 easy steps

  01-07-2026 21:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Want a dashcam? Before buying one, repurpose an old phone. It's free, takes minutes, and works well.
  
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• I tested Lenovo's new modular ThinkPad, and it renewed my faith in repairable laptops

  01-07-2026 20:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The 14th-gen Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Aura Edition features a redesigned double-sided motherboard and modular components.
  
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• I always keep PorteuX portable Linux distro on a USB - here's why

  01-07-2026 20:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Ever longed for a Linux distro to have with you at all times? Consider the super-fast, modular, and immutable Slackware-based PorteuX.
  
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• I bricked my iPhone to prevent doomscrolling - how life has been after six months of use

  01-07-2026 19:50 via zdnet.com
  
  Brick is one of the few new devices that positively changed my daily content consumption. You can finally buy it on Amazon.
  
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• I changed 12 Hisense TV settings to significantly improve the picture quality

  01-07-2026 19:45 via zdnet.com
  
  Your Hisense TV may already look great, but a few setting tweaks can make it even better.
  
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• Why Déjà Dup and these 4 other tiny Linux tools have become essential to my daily routine

  01-07-2026 19:06 via zdnet.com
  
  Linux has a wealth of applications, but sometimes the smaller tools get overlooked. Here's a list of those I'd prefer never to be without.
  
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• I had Gemini and Claude write my email replies - but only one sounds like me

  01-07-2026 18:37 via zdnet.com
  
  Gemini and Claude have their own strong suits, but for assistance in writing emails, there is only one clear winner.
  
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• I've subscribed to Netflix and Peacock for years - but only one service is worth resubscribing to

  01-07-2026 18:21 via zdnet.com
  
  Netflix has award-winning originals and a smart algorithm, but Peacock counters with live sports and a lower price.
  
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• I found the 20+ best 4th of July phone deals: Save big on Galaxy, Pixel, iPhone, and more

  01-07-2026 17:54 via zdnet.com
  
  Score big Fourth of July savings on flagship smartphones from Samsung, Google, Apple, and more.
  
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• Want a private ChatGPT alternative? How Proton's Lumo 2.0 locks down your data, EU style

  01-07-2026 17:25 via zdnet.com
  
  The maker of ProtonMail and ProtonVPN says its second-generation chatbot is never trained on user data.
  
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• AI Model Release Tracker: Anthropic releases Sonnet 5, plus Fable 5 is back

  01-07-2026 17:12 via zdnet.com
  
  Not every new model is all it's cracked up to be. Our tracker keeps each release in context with its peers, so you know which models are worth your time.
  
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• This new Android security setting spots bad networks and fake cell towers - enable it ASAP

  01-07-2026 16:59 via zdnet.com
  
  Connecting to the wrong network can put your data at risk. Android can warn you, but only if you allow it.
  
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• Connecting my TV to a router VPN was one of my smartest home network upgrades

  01-07-2026 16:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Setting up a VPN on your smart TV blocks hackers from accessing your network and stealing your data. But there are other benefits, too.
  
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• The new enterprise AI expert every company needs - and why

  01-07-2026 15:50 via zdnet.com
  
  This role makes the difference between your business winning and losing in the age of AI.
  
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• How I stopped a massive WordPress spam attack with 4,700 lines of code in two days - thanks to Codex and Claude

  01-07-2026 14:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Spam accounts overwhelmed my database. Claude found the weaknesses, Codex wrote the fixes, and I deployed a new defense.
  
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• Do you still need third-party antivirus on your Windows PC?

  01-07-2026 12:07 via zdnet.com
  
  Earlier this year, Microsoft quietly deleted a post that argued Windows 11's built-in Microsoft Defender Antivirus was good enough for most people. But independent evidence says they were right.
  
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• I made my TV sound dramatically better without buying a soundbar - 7 cheap and easy ways

  01-07-2026 12:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Great TV sound doesn't have to be expensive - here are my expert-tested audio tweaks.
  
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• Finally, an odor-free robot vacuum and mop that has no problem handling my pet's hair

  01-07-2026 10:30 via zdnet.com
  
  The Eufy Omni S2 improves on its predecessor with four times the suction power, and an odor-free mop roller.
  
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• How to disable ACR on your TV (and why it makes such a big difference when you do)

  01-07-2026 03:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Samsung, LG, and Sony TVs can pose data privacy risks - here's how to avoid one of the biggest.
  
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• I brought a Bose, Sony, and JBL speaker to the beach - this one's my new outdoor essential

  30-06-2026 22:31 via zdnet.com
  
  All three brands make great Bluetooth speakers, but an unpredictable beach environment exposes their true strengths and weaknesses.
  
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• Australia sues Amazon for making allegedly unfair contracts with subscribers

  30-06-2026 20:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) says Amazon has broken consumer protection law
  
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• Netflix vs. Peacock: I've subscribed to both streaming services for years - this one's more worth it

  30-06-2026 20:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Netflix has award-winning originals and a smart algorithm, but Peacock counters with live sports and a lower price.
  
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• How I turned my old Android phone into a dashcam for free - in 5 easy steps

  30-06-2026 20:16 via zdnet.com
  
  Want a dashcam? Before buying one, repurpose an old phone. It's free, takes minutes, and works well.
  
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• AI Model Release Tracker: Anthropic releases Sonnet 5

  30-06-2026 20:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Not every new model is all it's cracked up to be. Our tracker keeps each release in context with its peers, so you know which models are worth your time.
  
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• Why I switched to wireless security cameras after years of testing wired models

  30-06-2026 16:33 via zdnet.com
  
  After using multiple security cameras from Ring, Blink, and more, I've found the best arrangement for my home.
  
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• Netflix vs. Peacock: Which one deserves your money in 2026?

  30-06-2026 16:10 via zdnet.com
  
  Netflix has award-winning originals and a smart algorithm, but Peacock counters with live sports and a lower price.
  
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