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• Best Android phones 2025: Expert tested (and how the OnePlus 13 stacks up)

  13-01-2025 21:35 via zdnet.com
  
  We're testing the best Android phones in 2025, from the OnePlus 13 to the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, and here are your top picks right now.
  
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• This small 4K projector is worthy of replacing your TV - and gets plenty bright for its size

  13-01-2025 21:03 via zdnet.com
  
  Despite its shortcomings, the Xgimi Horizon S Max is one of the brightest and most capable projectors I've tested.
  
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• This new Linux handheld PC could be a tinkerer's dream come true

  13-01-2025 19:57 via zdnet.com
  
  Currently in development, the Debian-powered Mecha Comet could be a Linux phone, drone controller, or interface for your car. If you dream it, you can make it.
  
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• The 25 most popular products ZDNET readers bought last month (including during the holiday season)

  13-01-2025 19:39 via zdnet.com
  
  Here's the inside scoop on what ZDNET readers snagged this past month (including during holiday sales). And some of these products are still on sale, too.
  
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• Proton Pass review: A highly secure password manager with easy to overlook flaws

  13-01-2025 19:39 via zdnet.com
  
  Proton Pass offers interoperability with Proton VPN and Proton Mail, along with a host of security features compatible with most devices and operating systems.
  
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• Walmart Unveils Updated Look and Feel: A Blend of Heritage and Innovation

  13-01-2025 19:26 via webdesignerdepot.com
  
  Walmart has introduced a modernized visual identity that balances its rich heritage with innovative updates, including a refined logo, accessible designs, and sustainable practices.
  
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• 'How to quit Facebook?' searches spike after Meta's fact-checking ban

  13-01-2025 19:22 via zdnet.com
  
  Google searches on removing Instagram and Threads accounts also rose in the wake of Mark Zuckerberg's announcement last week.
  
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• The 2-in-1 laptop I recommend for most folks is not a Dell or Lenovo (and it's $450 off)

  13-01-2025 19:10 via zdnet.com
  
  HP's 16-inch Envy x360 2-in-1 has a great display, well-optimized hardware, and right now it's on sale for $849.
  
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• The best Lenovo laptops of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  13-01-2025 19:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Lenovo is well known for making innovative, reliable devices, but, with an extensive catalog of products, it can be hard to find the right one. Here are the best Lenovo laptops we've tested.
  
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• Microsoft to force new Outlook app in Windows 10 with no way to block it

  13-01-2025 18:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Designed to replace the current Mail and Calendar apps, the new Outlook can only be removed after it's been installed.
  
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• Wanted: Humans to build robots for OpenAI - and not everyone is thrilled

  13-01-2025 18:41 via zdnet.com
  
  A series of job listings for the ChatGPT maker's robotics team suggest the company is finally ready to leap into hardware.
  
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• $450 and 19 hours is all it takes to rival OpenAI's o1-preview

  13-01-2025 18:20 via zdnet.com
  
  UC Berkeley released an open-source model that's on par with o1's math and coding abilities - for a fraction of the cost.
  
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• This portable, lightweight Linux distro has an old-school feel

  13-01-2025 18:18 via zdnet.com
  
  If you need a lightning-fast, portable Linux distribution to run on aging hardware or spin up a quick server, 4MLinux is a great option.
  
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• 4MLinux is a lightweight, portable Linux distro with an old-school feel

  13-01-2025 18:18 via zdnet.com
  
  If you need a lightning-fast, portable Linux distribution to run on aging hardware or spin up a quick server, 4MLinux is a great option.
  
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• Do wind power generators actually work at home? My firsthand experience says it all

  13-01-2025 18:15 via zdnet.com
  
  Solar generators have become all the rage lately, but what happens when the skies turn cloudy? This device ensures your power stays on.
  
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• How to create system restore points on Linux with Timeshift - and why you should

  13-01-2025 18:13 via zdnet.com
  
  Concerned about something going wrong with your Linux system? If so, Timeshift can help return things to a working state should something go awry.
  
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• These earbuds sound better than some headphones I've tested from Sony and Beyerdynamic

  13-01-2025 18:10 via zdnet.com
  
  Creative's Aurvana Ace Mimi earbuds deliver surprising sound quality and support low-energy audio to extend battery life.
  
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• Need Wi-Fi in LA's wildfire crisis? Where to find one of Spectrum's 35,000 free hotspots

  13-01-2025 18:10 via zdnet.com
  
  You won't need to login or provide any information to access free internet service from Spectrum.
  
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• Shaping Ligatures in Monospace Fonts

  13-01-2025 17:43 via webdesignernews.com
  For some time I’ve been working towards building a graphical code editor from scratch.
  
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• The Ultimate UX Research Job Board – Updated January 2025

  13-01-2025 17:40 via webdesignernews.com
  Here’s a database of roles in UX/user research and operations from the past month. Please note: Some job posting may close before the next board update.
  
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• Accessibility essentials every front-end developer should know

  13-01-2025 17:39 via webdesignernews.com
  In this article, I’ll walk you through the key accessibility principles I believe every front-end developer should apply when building components, including:
  
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• The Complete Web Design Workflow

  13-01-2025 17:37 via webdesignernews.com
  Designing a website is more than creating something that looks visually appealing. It is about balancing aesthetics with functionality, ensuring the site meets its goals while offering an intuitive user experience. This guide walks you through the complete web design workflow, from the initial planning stages to the final moments of review and launch.
  
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• Applying the principles of design variety in UX designs

  13-01-2025 17:36 via webdesignernews.com
  The principle of design variety states that multiple contrasting elements can capture user attention. This is based on the human desire to indulge and explore and the fear of missing out. Like all principles of design, variety isn’t inherently beneficial to users, but it’s a good rule of thumb to keep in mind when trying to capture their attention.
  
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• The best large tablets of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  13-01-2025 17:30 via zdnet.com
  
  We tested the best large tablets from Apple, Samsung, Microsoft, and more, to help you choose the right one.
  
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• This mini SSD enclosure transformed my data management - and I never leave home without it

  13-01-2025 16:14 via zdnet.com
  
  The Satechi Mini NVMe SSD Enclosure is a useful accessory for transferring big files, moving 20GB of data in less than a minute.
  
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• My favorite GPS tracker has unlimited battery life and surprisingly accurate tracking

  13-01-2025 16:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Garmin's eTrex Solar GPS tracker has an effectively long battery and extensive GNSS support for an affordable price.
  
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• 9 Best WordPress Themes for 2025 (Free and Paid)

  13-01-2025 16:00 via hongkiat.com
  When it comes to building a WordPress website that doesn’t just look good today but can also hold its own tomorrow, staying power becomes paramount.
  For Hongkiat.com readers-web designers, developers, and creatives who value innovation-this is especially true.If a WordPress theme doesn’t look 2025-ready, doesn’t offer built-in flexibility, or hasn’t been actively maintained, it’s bound to cause headaches down the road.
  Whichever design or theme you choose should be
  
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• This organizer pouch is the life-simplifying tech accessory I didn't know I needed

  13-01-2025 15:33 via zdnet.com
  
  Orbitkey's 2-in-1 tech pouch could be the perfect companion to help you get organized this year.
  
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• Don't plug these 7 devices into extension cords - space heaters and other common items included

  13-01-2025 15:28 via zdnet.com
  
  Extension cords and power strips are often safe for home and office electronics, but they can be dangerous for other common appliances during the winter.
  
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• Three CES 2025 products I'd buy as soon as they're available for purchase

  13-01-2025 15:07 via zdnet.com
  
  CES is officially over, so I'm reflecting on the products that left the biggest impression on me - and that I'd spend my money on.
  
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• This new Philips smart lock combines palm recognition with a built-in camera for ultimate security

  13-01-2025 14:45 via zdnet.com
  
  The Philips 5000 Series Video Palm Recognition smart lock builds upon the success of its predecessor.
  
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• Exciting New Tools For Designers, January 2025

  13-01-2025 14:35 via webdesignerdepot.com
  
  Welcome to our first tools round up of 2025. It’s the first Monday of a new year, and many of you are back at work after a much needed break. Let us ease you back in with our pick of the latest tools to help you get stuff done faster, smarter, and with a little […]
  
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• I tried an AI wristband that listens to you 24/7 - and makes IRL conversations searchable

  13-01-2025 14:03 via zdnet.com
  
  The Bee Pioneer Band listens to everything you say - and offers feedback. Should I be worried?
  
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• 15 Recommended Chrome Extensions for New Browser

  13-01-2025 14:00 via hongkiat.com
  
  Just formatted your PC or Mac and installed Chrome? Nice-starting fresh feels great! The next step? Getting your browser set up with the right tools. Chrome works well out of the box, but extensions are where the real magic happens.Whether you’re focused on boosting productivity, staying secure online, or just making everyday browsing smoother, I’ve got some recommendations.
  In this post, you’ll find 15 must-have Chrome extensions-my go-to picks whenever someone asks, “Wh
  
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• How AI Changed My Web Development Workflow

  13-01-2025 11:25
  
  We’re still in the early days of artificial intelligence’s (AI) introduction into web development. The technology initially seemed like a gimmick (or a death sentence, depending on your point of view).
  I have wrestled with what AI means for our industry during this time. There’s potential to make our jobs easier. However, there are also questions about where these large language models (LLM) get their data and how accurate they are. Not to mention the eerie feeling of replacing
  
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• How AI could supercharge your glucose monitor - and catch other health issues

  13-01-2025 09:25 via zdnet.com
  
  Stanford researchers built an algorithm to predict subtypes of Type 2 diabetes that works right from your home.
  
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• This iPhone bug is particularly alarming

  13-01-2025 09:13 via zdnet.com
  
  A photo circulating on Reddit, showing an iPhone alarm going off several hours late, has reignited claims of a long-standing iOS bug that Apple has yet to address.
  
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