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• Verizon is using AI to prevent accidental internet outages - here's how

  08-08-2024 23:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Artificial intelligence is helping Verizon stop third-party cable cuts before they happen. Here's how it can help you, and what you should do before digging.
  
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• Garmin adds watch faces and more apps - including Disney, GoPro - to app store

  08-08-2024 22:47 via zdnet.com
  
  With the Connect IQ store supported on watches, bike computers, and outdoor handhelds, developers gain access to a huge market. Now Garmin needs to expand its payment options.
  
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• This affordable Android tablet has a big screen and lasted me days

  08-08-2024 22:41 via zdnet.com
  
  This Blackview Tab 18, with an octa-core processor, 12GB of RAM, and a huge battery, is just the thing for me.
  
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• Habla Español? Wendy's AI-powered drive-thrus will be bilingual in these states

  08-08-2024 22:40 via zdnet.com
  
  Spanish-speaking customers in two states can now utilize AI ordering at select Wendy's locations.
  
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• Running out of Gmail storage? How to get another 15GB for free

  08-08-2024 22:28 via zdnet.com
  
  Whether you're a digital hoarder or separating from a work or school account, you can archive your Google messages and media with this free and clever hack.
  
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• Buy a Microsoft Office 2021 for Windows license for $45 right now

  08-08-2024 22:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Pay just once and get a lifetime license to the Microsoft Office 2021 app suite (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) on your PC for 79% off right now (there's a deal for a Mac version, too).
  
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• Buy a Babbel subscription for 76% off. Here's how

  08-08-2024 21:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Save $459 on a Babbel Language Learning subscription and learn 14 new languages with this deal.
  
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• New Mac Mini: M4 powered yet small as an Apple TV?

  08-08-2024 20:39 via zdnet.com
  
  The new version of the Mac Mini is said to be the smallest computer Apple's ever made, but one of the most powerful with the new M4 chip.
  
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• Perplexity Pro's AI absolutely aced my coding tests - but there's a catch

  08-08-2024 20:22 via zdnet.com
  
  Is Perplexity Pro worth the subscription fee? That may depend on what you use it for, but it should do a good job of helping you program. Here's why.
  
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• I tested this 'Free TV' in return for watching targeted ads - and was pleasantly surprised

  08-08-2024 20:18 via zdnet.com
  
  Telly's promise of a free television in exchange for viewing tailored ads wasn't at all what I expected. And that's a good thing.
  
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• Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro license for $20, an all-time-low price. Here's how

  08-08-2024 20:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Buy a lifetime Windows 11 Pro license with more productivity features that will help you get things done -- and it's 89% off with this deal.
  
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• iOS 18 public beta adds more iPhone battery info - but here are 3 details I still need

  08-08-2024 20:00 via zdnet.com
  
  We're seeing some exciting tweaks and changes being made with iOS 18. But as the saying goes, there's always room for improvement.
  
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• The tiniest Raspberry Pi - the $5 Pico 2 - gets a big performance boost

  08-08-2024 19:49 via zdnet.com
  
  The Raspberry Pi Pico 2's next-generation processor supports both Arm and RISC-V architectures.
  
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• Costco is cracking down on membership sharing - but you can buy your own for $40 right now

  08-08-2024 19:45 via zdnet.com
  
  Costco is starting to check membership cards more closely, so don't miss this deal to buy your own that comes with a free $20 gift card. (I bought one and highly recommend it.)
  
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• Will you pay for Apple Intelligence? Up to $20 a month is 'a real possibility'

  08-08-2024 19:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple hasn't revealed pricing plans for access to its AI, but experts agree that one of these fee structures is likely.
  
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• What is Project Strawberry? OpenAI's mystery AI tool explained

  08-08-2024 17:30 via zdnet.com
  
  An LLM with the most advanced reasoning capabilities yet may be in your future.
  
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• The Windows 10 clock is ticking: 5 ways to save your old PC in 2025 (most are free)

  08-08-2024 17:00 via zdnet.com
  
  As many as 240 million Windows 10 PCs can't be upgraded to Windows 11. But instead of trashing your device when Windows 10 support runs out, here are five viable alternatives to save you money and trouble.
  
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• I tested 7 AI content detectors - they're getting dramatically better at identifying plagiarism

  08-08-2024 16:50 via zdnet.com
  
  Three of the seven AI detectors I tested correctly identified AI-generated content 100% of the time. This is up from zero during my last round of tests.
  
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• This MagSafe phone holder survived my 850-mile road trip, and it's cheaper than you think

  08-08-2024 16:49 via zdnet.com
  
  I needed a phone holder for a long road trip that had to be completed within 24 hours. This one from Syncwire exceeded all of my expectations.
  
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• Creative's Zen Hybrid SXFI headphones have a Spatial Holography superpower (if you don't use a Pixel phone)

  08-08-2024 16:42 via zdnet.com
  
  With Spatial Holography, Creative has created a unique-sounding pair of over-the-ear headphones, but is this just a gimmick?
  
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• ChatGPT's mobile app just had its best month ever - why people keep flocking to it

  08-08-2024 16:09 via zdnet.com
  
  A new model pushed OpenAI's ChatGPT app to new heights. A new voice mode could push it even higher.
  
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• The best budget earbuds I've listened to are not made by OnePlus or Soundcore

  08-08-2024 16:03 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're on a budget but still want high-quality sound from your earbuds, you cannot go wrong with the EarFun Air Pro 4.
  
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• Want a free year of Perplexity Pro? Here's how to claim it (and why you should)

  08-08-2024 15:45 via zdnet.com
  
  You might be eligible to get a free year of access to this well-regarded AI tool, but there are a few things to know.
  
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• Can Perplexity Pro help you code? It aced my programming tests - thanks to GPT-4

  08-08-2024 15:39 via zdnet.com
  
  Is Perplexity Pro worth the subscription fee? That may depend on what you use it for, but it should do a good job of helping you program. Here's why.
  
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• I changed these 10 things to maximize my robot vacuum's battery life

  08-08-2024 15:16 via zdnet.com
  
  A robot vacuum is a hefty investment for most users, so it's important to get the best performance and longest battery life possible by following these steps.
  
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• Native CSS Masonry Grid

  08-08-2024 15:00 via hongkiat.com
  
  One popular layout style on the web is the masonry layout, often used in image galleries and portfolio websites to display images or items of varying sizes.
  Traditionally, creating a masonry layout required JavaScript libraries, such as the popular Masonry.js by DeSandro and MiniMasonry. However, with CSS Grid, you can now create this layout using pure CSS.
  In this article, we will explore what a CSS Grid masonry layout is and provide some examples to help you understand how it works. Let’
  
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• I'm a pro Linux user, and this distribution is one of the most unique I've tried

  08-08-2024 13:30 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking to try something new with Linux that is not only cool-looking but also has a lot to offer users of every type, Rhino Linux is sure to impress.
  
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• This is the $400 Android phone to beat in 2024 - and it includes a stylus and free earbuds

  08-08-2024 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  If you enjoy using a stylus to capture quick notes, create GIFs, and even solve basic handwritten calculations, look to Motorola's Moto G Stylus 5G (2024). For a limited time, you can also get a free pair of earbuds with it.
  
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• The best USB-C chargers of 2024: Expert recommended

  08-08-2024 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  We've tested and researched the top USB-C chargers that can power up your smartphone or tablet, and sometimes even your laptop. Here are our favorites from Anker, Ugreen, and more.
  
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• One year later: The Flipper Zero is still cool. Here are 7 useful things you can do

  08-08-2024 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  This weird little device blew up on TikTok, but there are quite a few impressive things you can do with it. Here are some of the most useful.
  
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• One of the best-sounding speakers I've listened to is not made by JBL or Klipsch

  08-08-2024 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Bose Soundlink Max offers what a portable Bluetooth speaker should: Loudness, sound clarity, and a rugged form factor.
  
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• Sonos just brought TV Audio Swap to more devices. Here's why it's my all-time favorite headphone feature

  08-08-2024 12:29 via zdnet.com
  
  The Sonos Ace headphones have an incredibly innovative feature, and now that it's available to more devices, it's a must-have for home audio fans.
  
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• Official Puppeteer Support for Firefox

  08-08-2024 12:13 via webdesignernews.com
  We’re pleased to announce that, as of version 23, the Puppeteer browser automation library now has first-class support for Firefox. This means that it’s now easy to write automation and perform end-to-end testing using Puppeteer, and run against both Chrome and Firefox.
  
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• How to get the user familiar with the interface

  08-08-2024 12:12 via webdesignernews.com
  Onboarding in mobile applications refers to the first few slides that appear at launch and introduce the user to the application before authorization or usage.
  
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• How to use the Photos app on your iPhone with iOS 18

  08-08-2024 12:11 via zdnet.com
  
  With iOS 18, the Photos app sports a new look and layout that you can customize as you like.
  
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• Graphic Design Trends 2024

  08-08-2024 12:10 via webdesignernews.com
  Graphic design trends help you create projects that communicate and connect to your audience in a timely way.
  
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• Crafting with AI: Insights from Design Leaders

  08-08-2024 12:09 via webdesignernews.com
  As with many new technologies, learning to use AI amounts to learning about ourselves.
  
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• Crucial Decisions in Portfolio Design

  08-08-2024 12:06 via webdesignernews.com
  Designing a portfolio is always a significant challenge. Every decision about color, design, interaction, etc., seems to be crucial for the project. This spring, we launched the website, but, to be honest, we started working on it last summer.
  
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• Proton Pass password manager adds identity data, biometric authentication

  08-08-2024 12:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Proton's new features aim to save you time, reduce errors, and enhance security. The biometric authentication for Windows and MacOS is only supported in some plans.
  
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• How Online Reviews Can Save Your Shopping Experience

  08-08-2024 12:00 via hongkiat.com
  
  Do you shop online? If you do, online reviews are likely a crucial source of reference that helps you make your decisions. In an online review, the writer shares their experiences with the product and/or service, noting the advantages, disadvantages, and other unseen qualities that were not released by the manufacturer.
  Technically, it’s the online version of ‘word-of-mouth,’ and the fact that there are so many reviews out there speaks volumes of its effectiveness. At times, us
  
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• As use of IoT devices grows, so do the associated security risks

  08-08-2024 12:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Organizations recognize the importance of using Internet of Things devices in their operations as well as the risks that come along with it.
  
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• Can AI detectors save us from ChatGPT? I tried 7 online tools to find out

  08-08-2024 11:16 via zdnet.com
  
  With the sudden arrival of ChatGPT, educators and editors face a worrying surge of automated content submissions. We look at the problem and what can be done about it.
  
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• How to FaceTime on Android with iPhone users: What you can and can't do

  08-08-2024 11:00 via zdnet.com
  
  This may come as a shock, but with FaceTime links in iOS 15, MacOS Monterey, and later, anyone, (even an Android user), can join a FaceTime call.
  
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• AI will change all businesses and most leaders are not ready

  08-08-2024 10:40 via zdnet.com
  
  New research shows only 30% of C-suite leaders feel confident in their change capabilities. Even fewer believe their teams are ready to embrace change.
  
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• Effective Strategies for Managing Negative Reviews

  08-08-2024 09:00 via hongkiat.com
  
  Every entrepreneur faces the challenge of dealing with negative reviews of their company’s product. These reviews don’t necessarily mean that the product is flawed. On the positive side, it shows that someone cares enough to provide feedback that can help improve your product.
  From my own experience of importance of online reviews for businesses about products I’ve tried, I find that companies take these issues very seriously. Reviews reflect a company’s performance, and
  
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• Discover Whether You Are a Manager or Leader

  08-08-2024 09:00 via hongkiat.com
  
  There has always been an ongoing debate about the differences between a leader and a manager. Many assert that leaders have followers, while managers have subordinates. Reading numerous articles on management and leadership styles revealed several core differences between the two, likely resulting in such portrayals.
  That said, I’ve come to believe that these differences exist on a continuum. On one extreme, you can be a great manager, and on the other, you can be considered a true-blue le
  
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• 2 tricks that make using the Linux command line a lot easier

  08-08-2024 04:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Using the Linux command line doesn't have to be the chore you think it is.
  
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