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• My favorite Android smartwatch beats Samsung and Google with its multi-day battery life

  05-03-2025 23:08 via zdnet.com
  
  The OnePlus Watch 3 is one of the best Google Wear OS watches available today, thanks to its improved battery life, design, and utility.
  
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• Save $1,150 on the Samsung Odyssey Ark and get a 24-inch monitor for free - but hurry

  05-03-2025 21:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Are you looking to upgrade your PC gaming setup? Samsung is offering a dual monitor bundle. Save $1,150 on the 55-inch Odyssey Ark and get a 24-inch Odyssey G3 monitor completely free -- but don't wait.
  
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• Amazon has discounted several M4 Mac Mini models (but I don't expect it to last)

  05-03-2025 21:45 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking for cutting-edge Apple tech without the premium price? Now is the perfect time to grab Apple's most budget-friendly desktop at an even lower price.
  
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• The future of Google Search just rolled out on Labs - and AI Mode changes everything

  05-03-2025 21:32 via zdnet.com
  
  Google's answer to ChatGPT Search, AI Mode replaces traditional search with a chatbot. Here's how to try it.
  
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• Talking with Sesame's AI voice companion is amazing and creepy - see for yourself

  05-03-2025 21:15 via zdnet.com
  
  I usually prefer typing to AI, but Sesame changed my mind.
  
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• OpenAI expands GPT-4.5 rollout. Here's how to access (and what it can do for you)

  05-03-2025 21:15 via zdnet.com
  
  OpenAI says its latest model is more conversational and even hallucinates less.
  
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• Deal alert: Save up to $480 on the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, plus get a free watch band

  05-03-2025 21:12 via zdnet.com
  
  This week is the Discover Samsung Sale, but for today only, you can save money on the Galaxy Watch Ultra and get a free watch band.
  
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• What happened at the Homebrew Computer Club 50 years ago: Apple was born, and a revolution began

  05-03-2025 20:57 via zdnet.com
  
  In the club's garage in Menlo Park, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak showed off the first Apple computer. Bill Gates was decidedly not a member.
  
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• The 10 Best Hosting Packages for WordPress Developers

  05-03-2025 20:20 via speckyboy.com
  
  As a WordPress developer, choosing the right host package is one of the most important decisions you can make. Performance, security, scalability, and development tools all play a role in whether a hosting provider is worth considering.
  A great host should offer an optimized server stack with the latest PHP versions, solid database support, and built-in caching. Reliable uptime, global CDN integration, and multiple server locations help sites run fast for visitors everywhere.
  Security is anothe
  
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• Is Apple's new Mac Studio worth the upgrade? Let's break it down

  05-03-2025 20:14 via zdnet.com
  
  In 2022, I spent nearly $4K on the M1 Max Mac Studio. Now, the 2025 Mac Studio is here with M4 Max or M3 Ultra. Can I keep my credit card safe?
  
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• Why the Starship prompt is better than your default on Linux and MacOS

  05-03-2025 19:48 via zdnet.com
  
  An out-of-this-world command line for Linux and MacOS users, Starship is simple to install and customize. I'll show you how.
  
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• Seeking the latest in Linux? There's a right way and a wrong way to use Distrowatch

  05-03-2025 19:35 via zdnet.com
  
  The website does a great job 'talking about, reviewing, and keeping up to date with open source operating systems.' Here's why Distrowatch is often misunderstood.
  
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• This OnePlus tablet beats the iPad for watching movies (and it's on sale)

  05-03-2025 19:31 via zdnet.com
  
  The OnePlus Pad 2 has good hardware, a long-lasting battery, and a brilliant display, making it an affordable entertainment tablet that competes with the best.
  
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• Digg returns to rescue us from the social media swamp - what are the odds?

  05-03-2025 19:13 via zdnet.com
  
  Can the once-famous social network make a comeback? Its founder, Kevin Rose, thinks it can. Here's why he might be right.
  
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• YouTube launches cheaper Premium Lite plan - but are the trade-offs worth it?

  05-03-2025 19:07 via zdnet.com
  
  It's available in the US and could save you around $72 a year.
  
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• The best AirTag you can buy for your wallet isn't made by Apple (and it's finally back in stock)

  05-03-2025 19:02 via zdnet.com
  
  Nomad's rechargeable Tracking Card uses Apple's Find My network to keep track of your physical wallet. And it somehow supports MagSafe charging.
  
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• You can get up to 63% off a new Galaxy Ring with this Samsung trade-in program. Here's how

  05-03-2025 18:46 via zdnet.com
  
  The Discover Samsung Spring Sale is live and thanks to Samsung's exclusive trade-in offers, you can declutter your tech drawer and upgrade to the Galaxy Ring. All you need is an old smartwatch or ring.
  
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• Apple's new MacBook Air M4 is a multiscreen lover's dream, and it's only $999

  05-03-2025 18:21 via zdnet.com
  
  The best part? Apple's latest MacBook Air got a price cut. It now costs $100 less than its predecessor.
  
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• Samsung is selling The Frame TV for up to $1,300 off - plus you can score a free bezel now

  05-03-2025 18:14 via zdnet.com
  
  The Discover Samsung Spring Sale is live, and you can save big on Samsung's popular The Frame TV. Plus, select models include a free bezel with purchase.
  
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• Circular's digital sizing solves smart rings' biggest problem - preorder your Ring 2 now

  05-03-2025 18:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Want your smart ring to have a perfect fit? Circular's latest model has nifty new sizing tech that can help, and it's available now.
  
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• 3 big opportunities you shouldn't ignore in 2025 - and why

  05-03-2025 17:50 via zdnet.com
  
  2025 is packed with opportunities, and these ideas are practical, proven, and ready for you right now.
  
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• Is the new Apple Mac Studio worth the upgrade? Let's break it down

  05-03-2025 17:43 via zdnet.com
  
  In 2022, I spent nearly $4K on the M1 Max Mac Studio. Now, the 2025 Mac Studio is here with M4 Max or M3 Ultra. Can I keep my credit card safe?
  
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• AI scholars win Turing Prize for technique that made possible AlphaGo's chess triumph

  05-03-2025 17:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Scholars Andrew G. Barto and Richard S. Sutton pioneered reinforcement learning long before it became a key tool in AI.
  
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• Digg.com is Back: The Reboot We Didn’t Know We Needed

  05-03-2025 17:17 via webdesignerdepot.com
  
  Digg is making a comeback under its original founder, Kevin Rose, and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, with a renewed focus on AI-driven content curation and community engagement.
  
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• Google Fi users finally get RCS on iPhone - here's how to check if it's activated

  05-03-2025 17:16 via zdnet.com
  
  With the new iOS 18.4 beta, Google Fi customers can now exchange RCS-based texts with Android users.
  
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• How to spot AI slop on Pinterest - and why it's such a big problem

  05-03-2025 17:05 via zdnet.com
  
  AI is ruining Pinterest. Here's why and how to avoid it.
  
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• I'm not a fan of open-ear earbuds, but I'll make an exception for this pair

  05-03-2025 16:52 via zdnet.com
  
  The EarFun OpenJump open-ear earbuds have all-day comfort and a surprisingly extensive level of customization.
  
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• iPad Pro (2024) vs. iPad Air (2025): Which Apple tablet is best for you?

  05-03-2025 16:19 via zdnet.com
  
  Should you spend more for the Pro or kick back with the Air? Here are the most notable buying reasons for the latest duet of Apple tablets.
  
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• 50 years ago the Homebrew Computer Club met for the first time - and sparked a technological revolution

  05-03-2025 16:19 via zdnet.com
  
  Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak showed off the first Apple computer to the Homebrew Computer Club. Bill Gates was a member, too.
  
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• Meet the M3 Ultra: Apple's most powerful chip yet offers big leaps in performance

  05-03-2025 16:02 via zdnet.com
  
  You can find the M3 Ultra inside Apple's new Mac Studio.
  
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• Philips just launched its first Roku TV and it's an OLED sight to behold

  05-03-2025 15:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Roku TV is expanding its program to include Philips for the first time, with an OLED offering at an exclusive retailer.
  
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• The Worst Branding Blunder: Meta’s Messenger Logo U-Turn

  05-03-2025 14:58 via webdesignerdepot.com
  
  Meta’s switch back to the blue Messenger logo has sparked confusion, reflecting the company’s ongoing identity crisis. Zuckerberg’s constant flip-flopping only adds to the uncertainty.
  
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• How to undo Apple Mail's latest update and get your old inbox back

  05-03-2025 14:46 via zdnet.com
  
  Don't like the new categories in Apple Mail, or don't want to see priority mails at the top? You can reverse these changes. Here's how.
  
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• Why I use virtual cards for online purchases - and you should too

  05-03-2025 14:32 via zdnet.com
  
  I never use my personal credit card for free trials, and I never share my card info with unfamiliar vendors. Here's what I do instead.
  
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• How Microsoft's new AI sales agents will help your team close deals faster

  05-03-2025 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The agents will integrate with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat - and connect with two industry-leading CRMs.
  
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• This wearable gamified my stationary bike - and it's a must for workouts now

  05-03-2025 12:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Smash Your Fitness' cycling strap tracks your metrics and acts as an immersive cycling platform with virtual racing and dozens of maps.
  
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• My go-to portable keyboard for remote work has a multi-month battery

  05-03-2025 12:00 via zdnet.com
  
  ProtoArc's CaseUp combo bundles its full-sized wireless keyboard, mouse, and laptop stand in a compact case.
  
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• Gartner identifies top trends in data and analytics for 2025 - and AI takes the lead

  05-03-2025 09:43 via zdnet.com
  
  Data and analytics leaders should take these nine trends into consideration in their strategies for the upcoming year.
  
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• The Professional Standing of Frontend Developers

  05-03-2025 07:25 via webdesignernews.com
  For you and me, the matter is obvious: Frontend developers play a key role in the tech industry, bridging the gap between design, functionality, and emerging technologies like AI. Our work ensures that websites and web applications are visually appealing, user-friendly, and performant. The demand for skilled frontend developers has surged with the proliferation of digital interfaces in everyday life, positioning us as indispensable players in the tech ecosystem. Our professional standing is bols
  
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• Corel just stealth launched its most exciting app in years

  05-03-2025 07:24 via webdesignernews.com
  Corel might be a name from the past for some creatives, but the software company, now called Alludo, is still going strong. And it’s restructuring and refreshing its lineup of creative apps.
  
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• Maximizing User Engagement: Strategies to Boost Interactions and Transactions

  05-03-2025 07:23 via webdesignernews.com
  In December, we introduced our Services feature, enabling designers to sell freelance services that can be purchased instantly (for example, “landing page design,” “custom icon design,” “website design audit”).
  
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• The existential challenge of design system team morale

  05-03-2025 07:20 via webdesignernews.com
  Not much to be honest. I’ve been working in this industry for a long while now and I still don’t have a damned clue. But, as the years go by, I don’t think many people do either. Meaning most of us are all just figuring this out together.
  
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• UX Roundup

  05-03-2025 07:18 via webdesignernews.com
  UX Roundup: Explainer Videos | AI Overload | AI Music | Over-Recuiting | Home Robots | GPT 4.5
  
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• Mozilla is already revising its new Firefox terms to clarify how it handles user data

  05-03-2025 07:17 via webdesignernews.com
  The terms had been criticized for appearing to give Mozilla broad ownership of user data, but the company now wants to emphasize the limited ways it uses your data.
  
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• CSS Visibility Features

  05-03-2025 07:13 via webdesignernews.com
  CSS visibility concerns making elements disappear without erasing their existence. Using the visibility: hidden; property, an element vanishes visually but still occupies space. This means your layout doesn’t shift, which can be useful for invisible placeholders or elements you plan to reveal later.
  
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• These Pixel earbuds are a must-have for Android users - and they're still on sale

  05-03-2025 00:12 via zdnet.com
  
  The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 delivers comfort, utility, and premium features for Android users. They're currently on sale for $199, which is their first price drop since their release last fall.
  
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