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• These 3 AI themes dominated SXSW - and here's how they can help you navigate 2025

  14-03-2025 21:38 via zdnet.com
  
  I sat through a dozen AI panels at SXSW, and three dominant themes came up again and again. Here's what they mean for you.
  
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• I recommend these Bose headphones for traveling and commuting - and every color is $80 off

  14-03-2025 21:38 via zdnet.com
  
  The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are my pick for the best noise-canceling headphones, and they're on sale for $80 off until the end of March.
  
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• One of the best noise-canceling earbuds I've tested isn't made by Sony or Apple (and they're $30 off)

  14-03-2025 21:14 via zdnet.com
  
  The latest Bose QuietComfort Earbuds boast powerful noise cancellation, a 30-hour battery life, and bass-forward audio. They're on sale for $149 right now.
  
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• I replaced my high-end Wi-Fi 7 router with a more affordable option - and didn't regret it

  14-03-2025 20:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Wi-Fi 7 is all the rage in home networking, so I tested a midrange mesh router from Eero to handle my smart home setup.
  
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• OpenAI wants to trade gov't access to AI models for fewer regulations

  14-03-2025 19:50 via zdnet.com
  
  The company pitches its proposal as a way to counter China's AI advances. Google makes a similar argument for weakening copyright restrictions.
  
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• Worried about DeepSeek? Turns out, Gemini is the biggest data offender

  14-03-2025 19:35 via zdnet.com
  
  It's an AI privacy showdown. How much data does your favorite chatbot collect?
  
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• I found the external storage kit of every iPhone content creator's dream - and it's got MagSafe

  14-03-2025 18:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Lexar's SSD is small, fast, and attaches to your iPhone with a snap - all without adding much bulk or weight.
  
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• What if AI ran ER triage? Here's how it sped up patient care in real-world tests

  14-03-2025 17:46 via zdnet.com
  
  A first-of-its-kind study from Yale and Johns Hopkins tested an AI program at three emergency rooms to see if it could help nurses make quicker, more accurate decisions and speed up patient flow. Here's what happened.
  
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• Linux power users: Here's a distro with a refreshing approach to OS design

  14-03-2025 17:42 via zdnet.com
  
  NixOS is a well-designed OS with a fantastic array of layouts and features, but I recommend it to Linux users who aren't afraid of a little learning curve.
  
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• This Linux distro can be used without installation (and it's totally free)

  14-03-2025 17:39 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're a creator or digital artist looking for a Linux distro, Dynebolic was designed with you in mind. It's back after a 10-year hiatus and still just as good.
  
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• One of my favorite smartwatches has a timeless analog look - and the features I need

  14-03-2025 17:27 via zdnet.com
  
  For those who prefer a classic timepiece over the sleek, tech-heavy look of most smartwatches, the Withings ScanWatch Nova blends traditional analog styling with robust health and wellness features.
  
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• Want to make money from Facebook stories? Here's how you can

  14-03-2025 17:24 via zdnet.com
  
  Facebook has a new monetization option. Here's how you can cash in on it.
  
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• Sick of internet outages? How I easily set up a backup connection in my home office

  14-03-2025 17:19 via zdnet.com
  
  A failover internet connection is a good idea if you work from home - and it's not complicated to set up. Here's what to know.
  
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• I compared the two best Android smartwatches right now - and it's almost too close to call

  14-03-2025 17:16 via zdnet.com
  
  The OnePlus Watch 3 raises the bar for smartwatch battery life in my testing, yet Google's flagship wearable brings its own impressive strengths to the table.
  
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• Finally, a cheap Android tablet that replaces my iPad with no sweat

  14-03-2025 16:44 via zdnet.com
  
  Blackview's Tab 90 is on sale for just $142, but its 11-inch display makes it look like a much more expensive device.
  
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• Should up upgrade to Wi-Fi 7? This next-gen router made the switch so easy for me

  14-03-2025 16:38 via zdnet.com
  
  Non-tech-savvy users will appreciate the Eero 7's straightforward installation and consistently fast performance.
  
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• You can set ChatGPT as your default Android assistant now. Here's how

  14-03-2025 16:09 via zdnet.com
  
  Gemini not doing it for you? If you're looking for a better AI-powered Android assistant, you can now switch it to ChatGPT.
  
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• Why Apple's RCS encryption move is a privacy game-changer for your texts

  14-03-2025 16:09 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple will add support for encrypted RCS messages in future updates to iOS, iPadOS, MacOS, and WatchOS.
  
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• I took this smart cooler camping and can't go back to toting around ice (plus it's on sale)

  14-03-2025 16:08 via zdnet.com
  
  The Anker Solix EverFrost 2 is a battery-powered cooler that can reliably store perishables for over three days without ice.
  
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• How to watch March Madness 2025: The best streaming options

  14-03-2025 15:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Here's how to stream the NCAA Championship Games this month.
  
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• Crafting Authentic Community Connections Through Brand Storytelling

  14-03-2025 15:32 via webdesignernews.com
  A powerful way for businesses across all sectors to engage and connect with customers is through telling stories focused on their brand’s history and culture. Emphasizing a brand’s unique history and ties to community helps brands clearly differentiate themselves, build trust with consumers, and add authenticity to their offering. Adobe Stock works with contributors around the world as seen in this month’s curated collection to provide local and authentic still and mo
  
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• Transitioning to a More Adaptable Design System

  14-03-2025 15:31 via webdesignernews.com
  At Chase, we have nearly 1,000 designers and 3,000 engineers working across our digital portfolio, and our design system plays a key role in connecting experiences across this large organization to create modern digital products for multiple teams with their own goals and roadmaps.
  
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• Why you should NOT design for your users

  14-03-2025 15:30 via webdesignernews.com
  Countless articles and books about design stress the importance of designing for real users. The concept of user-centric design is rooted in putting the user front and center and designing a product that will make the user happy.
  
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• 5 UX Onboarding Mistakes, CSS if() Experiments & Landing-Page Psychology

  14-03-2025 15:28 via webdesignernews.com
  Ever feel like onboarding is less “welcome aboard” and more “sorry, you’ve missed the boat”? Or perhaps CSS experiments leave your head spinning faster than a beach ball cursor? Don’t worry—this week’s newsletter has you covered with practical insights, clever tips, and plenty of aha-moments designed specifically for you.
  
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• Design by Decision Fatigue

  14-03-2025 15:27 via webdesignernews.com
  Over the course of my career, I’ve been fortunate to build several large-scale software systems from scratch. Starting from an empty directory and blank IDE is a refreshing experience, and those early milestones like your first contributor or bit of customer feedback feel rewarding.
  
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• DesignFast: Mesh Gradient Generato

  14-03-2025 15:26 via webdesignernews.com
  Mesh Gradient Generator: Empower your design prowess in Figma by effortlessly creating intricate mesh gradients.
  
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• Understanding DOM Node Types in JavaScript (With Examples!)

  14-03-2025 15:24 via webdesignernews.com
  In JavaScript, the Document Object Model (DOM) represents HTML and XML documents as a structured tree of nodes. Each node has a nodeType property that defines its type.
  
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• Faster Rendering with the content-visibility CSS Property

  14-03-2025 15:23 via webdesignernews.com
  Have you ever loaded a page with tons of content and noticed how slow it feels? The browser has to process everything at once – even the content you can’t see yet! That’s where the content-visibility property comes in. It’s a CSS feature that tells browsers to skip rendering off-screen content until it’s needed.
  
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• I swapped Siri for Gemini on my iPhone - here's how it went

  14-03-2025 14:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Ditching Siri is easy with a few tweaks. Here's how I made Google Gemini my default iPhone assistant.
  
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• The 5 best rolling release Linux distributions - and why you should be using one

  14-03-2025 14:39 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking for a new Linux distribution, maybe it's time you tried a rolling release distribution. Here are my top five options.
  
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• Should you buy a kids' smartwatch? I tested one, and its parental controls gave me the answer

  14-03-2025 14:38 via zdnet.com
  
  I tested the Cosmo JrTrack 4 kids' smartwatch and found a lot of great features, but it's essential to know exactly who it's best suited for.
  
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• Apple might add live language translation to AirPods this year - how that'll work

  14-03-2025 14:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Say goodbye to language barriers. Real-time language translation is reportedly coming soon to AirPods.
  
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• Switching to LED lightbulbs saved me hundreds of dollars - but here are 5 more reasons to do it

  14-03-2025 14:25 via zdnet.com
  
  I wanted to understand the advantages of LED lighting over traditional options, and it turns out there's more to it than just saving money.
  
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• Worried about DeepSeek? Turns out, Gemini collects more user data

  14-03-2025 14:10 via zdnet.com
  
  It's an AI privacy showdown. How much data does your favorite chatbot collect?
  
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• How I upgraded to Wi-Fi 7 home internet with the easiest router setup yet

  14-03-2025 14:07 via zdnet.com
  
  Non-tech-savvy users will appreciate the Eero 7's straightforward installation and consistently fast performance.
  
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• 'Untrusted device' errors on Chromecast? Google is rolling out a fix

  14-03-2025 13:55 via zdnet.com
  
  Google is fixing the issue, but it might take a few days. If you reset your device, it might be longer.
  
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• The Death of Google Search: Is the Search Engine on Its Last Legs?

  14-03-2025 13:53 via webdesignerdepot.com
  
  Google Search is increasingly dominated by excessive ads and AI-driven results, making it harder for users to find organic, relevant content. As a result, the search engine is losing its original value, with many turning to social media and alternative platforms for discovery.
  
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• 6 things I always do after setting up Windows 11 - and why you should too

  14-03-2025 13:53 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft's default settings for Windows 11 are filled with tiny annoyances, including unnecessary taskbar icons and unwanted apps. Here's how to declutter your new setup and maximize your security settings.
  
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• Regolith Linux makes learning a tiling window manager easy

  14-03-2025 13:26 via zdnet.com
  
  A tiling window manager can be a thing of efficient beauty, but with them can come a steep learning curve. Regolith Linux aims to lesson that curve and ease the transition.
  
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• Are you an aspiring independent author? Spotify's wants to buy your short-form audiobook

  14-03-2025 11:32 via zdnet.com
  
  The program aims to help lesser-known writers have their books heard.
  
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• Are you an aspiring independent author? Spotify wants to buy your short-form audiobook

  14-03-2025 11:32 via zdnet.com
  
  The program aims to help lesser-known writers have their books heard.
  
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• This thumb-sized SSD is my new favorite iPhone accessory for work travel - how it works

  14-03-2025 11:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The Planck SSD is a handy USB-C accessory that gives any device additional storage, especially for on-the-go video recording.
  
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• How to Find and Remove Unnecessary Python Versions on Mac

  14-03-2025 11:00 via hongkiat.com
  
  macOS comes with Python preinstalled, but installing additional versions can lead to clutter and confusion. This guide will help you identify all installed versions and clean up the ones you don’t need, ensuring a streamlined setup.Why Would I Have Multiple Versions of Python?
  It’s easy to accumulate multiple Python versions on a Mac without realizing it. Older macOS versions came with Python 2, while newer ones include Python 3 by default. Many users install Python via Homebrew, whi
  
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• Watch out, Shokz - Samsung might be entering the open-ear earbud game this summer

  14-03-2025 10:58 via zdnet.com
  
  During its rumored summer Unpacked event, industry insiders say Samsung could announce a pair of open-ear earbuds.
  
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• 3 reasons why Apple Watch's popularity is dropping and what's taking its place

  14-03-2025 09:58 via zdnet.com
  
  The smartwatch market is down, and the Apple Watch plays a major role in that decline.
  
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• How to Play Movies from Mac on Smart TV (Without Transferring Files)

  14-03-2025 08:00 via hongkiat.com
  
  Want to watch movies from your Mac on your Smart TV without transferring files? You don’t have to! While we’ve previously covered how to transfer files between devices, there’s an even easier way to access your media.
  You can stream them directly from your Mac to your Smart TV by simply pointing your media player to the right folder. This way, you can access your entire movie collection without having to transfer each file separately.What You Need
  Before you start, do the follo
  
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• Slash $500 off the OnePlus Open with this deal - but act fast because it ends soon

  14-03-2025 00:22 via zdnet.com
  
  As part of a new promotion, OnePlus has given the OnePlus Open a nearly 30% price drop. You can also add on a discounted OnePlus Buds Pro 3 or OnePlus Watch.
  
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