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• This is the SSD enclosure I trust to keep my storage drive safe and cool when traveling

  30-01-2025 22:55 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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• Have a .gov email address? You can get Perplexity Pro free for a year - here's now

  30-01-2025 22:14 via zdnet.com
  
  Government employees can get a free year of this popular AI tool - a $200 value.
  
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• Mistral AI says its Small 3 model is a local, open-source alternative to GPT-4o mini

  30-01-2025 22:10 via zdnet.com
  
  The new 24B-parameter LLM 'excels in scenarios where quick, accurate responses are critical.' In fact, the model can be run on a MacBook with 32GB RAM.
  
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• I'm an audiophile, and these $150 wireless earbuds for gaming had me fooled

  30-01-2025 21:36 via zdnet.com
  
  Steelseries' Arctis Gamebuds have tons of game-specific presets to bring your titles to life, then let you swap back to your phone with a tap.
  
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• This 13-inch Dell laptop lives rent-free in my head for its brilliant display and battery

  30-01-2025 21:33 via zdnet.com
  
  Dell's XPS 13 with the Snapdragon X Elite is a powerhouse ultraportable, but you'll have to commit to the bold design to really appreciate it.
  
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• Perplexity lets you try DeepSeek R1 without the security risk, but it's still censored

  30-01-2025 21:25 via zdnet.com
  
  Here are two ways to try R1 without exposing your data to foreign servers.
  
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• The best reading tablets of 2025: Expert tested and recommended

  30-01-2025 20:03 via zdnet.com
  
  Get lost in a great story with the best reading tablets we've tested so far this year.
  
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• The smartwatch I'm most excited for in 2025 isn't an Apple Watch or Google Pixel

  30-01-2025 19:50 via zdnet.com
  
  A recent report suggests that Pebble is planning to return to the wearable space - and with Google's help.
  
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• The best note-taking apps for iPad of 2025: Expert tested

  30-01-2025 19:38 via zdnet.com
  
  If you want to ditch your pen and paper and opt for a digital alternative, these are the top note-taking apps for iPad on the market.
  
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• I found the most complete wireless charging accessory yet - and it has a useful cooling system

  30-01-2025 19:37 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're not a fan of wireless chargers that overheat and reach less-than-optimal speeds, the Torras PolarCircle I tested has your name on it.
  
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• 93% of IT leaders will implement AI agents in the next two years

  30-01-2025 19:27 via zdnet.com
  
  Surpassing most projections for AI adoption, organizations are leveraging digital labor across all lines of business, according to a new report from MuleSoft and Deloitte Digital.
  
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• This smart air purifier with a 'floating' wireless charger is now a mainstay in my home

  30-01-2025 19:14 via zdnet.com
  
  The SwitchBot Air Purifier Table would sound like a gimmick if it didn't actually work so well.
  
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• The best Linux distributions for beginners in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  30-01-2025 19:02 via zdnet.com
  
  The best Linux distros for beginners are as easy to use as MacOS or Windows -- really.
  
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• AI agents will match 'good mid-level' engineers this year, says Mark Zuckerberg

  30-01-2025 18:41 via zdnet.com
  
  Autonomous software engineering agents will take over significant programming tasks, predicts Meta's CEO. And he's counting on Llama to achieve that goal.
  
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• App fatigue is real: Users are downloading fewer apps than ever

  30-01-2025 18:27 via zdnet.com
  
  The competition for mobile screen space is intense. Here are ways to gain more retention for mobile apps.
  
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• Copilot's powerful new 'Think Deeper' feature is free for all users - how it works

  30-01-2025 18:22 via zdnet.com
  
  With Copilot, you can bypass a ChatGPT Plus subscription and access OpenAI's o1 model for free.
  
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• Windows 11 users can soon access their iPhones from the Start menu

  30-01-2025 18:05 via zdnet.com
  
  Already previewed for Android users, the new integration will let iPhone owners view phone calls, messages, battery status, and more without leaving the Start menu.
  
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• I've tested every Samsung Galaxy S25 model - and my favorite isn't the Ultra

  30-01-2025 18:05 via zdnet.com
  
  The Galaxy S25 model I love the most - and the one most people should buy - strikes the right balance of form and function.
  
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• These low-latency earbuds seamlessly switched between my devices (and they sound great)

  30-01-2025 17:27 via zdnet.com
  
  Steelseries' Arctis Gamebuds have tons of game-specific presets to bring your titles to life, then let you swap back to your phone with a tap.
  
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• The best free software uninstallers of 2025: Expert tested

  30-01-2025 17:27 via zdnet.com
  
  If you need to clean up your PC thoroughly and want to bulk remove apps or software, these are the best free software uninstallers you can try out.
  
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• The best Google Pixel phones of 2025: Which one should you buy?

  30-01-2025 17:23 via zdnet.com
  
  Google has almost a dozen phones in the market right now, and we've tested all of them. Here are the best Pixel phones and what you need to know about them.
  
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• This $300 Samsung phone looks as good as the Galaxy S25 - at a fraction of the price

  30-01-2025 16:36 via zdnet.com
  
  For a limited time, the Samsung Galaxy A35 is available for a fraction of the cost of the S25 series. It's also discounted when you bundle a pair of Buds FE.
  
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• Microsoft's latest optional patch is a bug-fix bonanza for Windows 11 24H2

  30-01-2025 16:34 via zdnet.com
  
  The new preview update resolves some persistent and annoying problems with Windows 24H2, but you may need to download and install it manually.
  
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• Microsoft's new Copilot+ Surface devices are built for business with Intel inside

  30-01-2025 16:00 via zdnet.com
  
  For business buyers, last year's opening salvo of AI-ready PCs was a nonstarter due to compatibility issues with Qualcomm's processors. Those Surface Pro and Surface Laptop devices will soon be available with Intel's Lunar Lake processors. You can preorder now.
  
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• LG's new hotel TVs are first to support both AirPlay and Google Cast - where to look for them

  30-01-2025 15:55 via zdnet.com
  
  It's about to get a lot easier to keep up with your favorite shows while traveling.
  
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• My favorite ultraportable laptop makes the ThinkPad and MacBook Air feel underwhelming

  30-01-2025 15:29 via zdnet.com
  
  The Asus Vivobook S 15 is a fantastic ultraportable laptop with fast performance and a brilliant OLED screen. It's on sale for a limited time.
  
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• The best AI for coding in 2025 (and what not to use - including DeepSeek R1)

  30-01-2025 15:04 via zdnet.com
  
  I've been subjecting chatbots to a set of real-world programming tests for two years now. There are two I recommend if you're looking for AI coding help - and several to avoid.
  
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• This cheap soundbar I tested sounds like it's far more expensive than it actually is

  30-01-2025 14:50 via zdnet.com
  
  The Vizio 5.1 Soundbar SE has one of the better surround sound experiences among its class.
  
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• How to clear the cache on your TV (and why you shouldn't wait to do it)

  30-01-2025 14:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Clearing your TV's cache can help optimize its performance, fix bugs, and ensure the best viewing experience. Here's how to do it.
  
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• Everything you need to host a Super Bowl party

  30-01-2025 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Whether you're rooting for the Philidelphia Eagles or the Kansas City Chiefs, we've found the best TVs, sound bars, and smart kitchen gear to make your party a win.
  
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• OpenAI's Sora generates 600 videos a minute worldwide: Top 5 cities may surprise you

  30-01-2025 13:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Just over a month since its launch, Sora is booming.
  
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• Shaping the Future: Figma’s Vision for Design Collaboration

  30-01-2025 09:07 via webdesignernews.com
  In a time of blurred roles, new technology, and breakneck product cycles, how do we uphold craft and purpose in our work?
  
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• How to create a color gradient tool in JavaScript

  30-01-2025 09:06 via webdesignernews.com
  Time to make things pop! By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have your own gradient tool to generate CSS and create stunning gradients that bring a striking appeal to any web design.
  
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• Why Accessibility Improves SEO

  30-01-2025 09:05 via webdesignernews.com
  Website accessibility and SEO go hand in hand. They basically share the same goal of creating a user-friendly, easy-to-navigate website that is accessible to a wider audience.
  
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• The Impact Dark Mode Has on User Experience

  30-01-2025 09:04 via webdesignernews.com
  As a website designer or website owner, you typically think you have only one way to create a website — a white background, black font, and different visual elements in the foreground. But that’s only one variant of website layout. The alternative is the dark mode.
  
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• Managing Top-Layer Elements and Display Behavior in CSS

  30-01-2025 09:02 via webdesignernews.com
  We are getting spoiled with so many new features involving animations with CSS, from scroll-driven animations to view transitions, and plenty of things in between. But it’s not always the big features that make our everyday lives easier; sometimes, it’s those ease-of-life features that truly enhance our projects. In this article, Brecht De Ruyte puts two features on display: @starting-style and transition-behavior — two properties that are abs
  
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• Svelte 5 And The Future Of Frameworks

  30-01-2025 09:01 via webdesignernews.com
  Svelte 5 is out, and it’s radically different but intimately familiar.
  
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• OpenAI's Sora generates 10 videos per second and here are the top 5 cities

  30-01-2025 00:14 via zdnet.com
  
  Just over a month since its launch, Sora is booming.
  
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