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9 menial tasks ChatGPT can handle in seconds, saving you hours
 How to manage Linux network connections via nmcli and the terminal

Linux has a great network management GUI but sometimes we need to get our hands dirty in the terminal. In this how to we look at how to manage connections on a typical Ubuntu / Debian Linux machine.

https://www.tomshardware.com/software/linux/how-to-manage-linux-network-connections-via-nmcli-and-the-terminal

Playdate Season 2 review: Long Puppy and Otto's Galactic Groove!!

We're officially halfway through Playdate Season Two, and so far there have been no flops. Last week brought us a balanced serving of doom, gloom and delight, but this week is all about keeping things light and silly. That's not to say the latest two games are a walk in the park, th

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8 Reasons Your Smart Home Device Isn't Working and How to Fix It

Even I run into smart home and app issues. Here are the best fixes I've found for security cams, smart plugs, smart bulbs and more. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/reasons-your-smart-home-device-isnt-working-and-how-to-fix-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 6 registry tweaks every tech-savvy user must apply on Windows 11

Discover six useful Registry tweaks every Windows 11 power user should know, from disabling Bing search and automatic updates to restoring classic menus and enabling automatic Registry backups.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/windows-11/6-registry-tweaks-every-tech-savvy-user-must-apply-on-windows-11

 Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 3  Review: Great sound, terrible software

Turtle Beach's Stealth 700 Gen 3 flagship headset looks and sounds better than ever, but the software is still a mess.

https://www.tomshardware.com/peripherals/gaming-headsets/turtle-beach-stealth-700-gen-3-review

Clones, sandworms, scrapbooking and other new indie games worth checking out

It's been a big week or so in the video game realm between the arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2 (our review is now live) and Summer Game Fest. During the Xbox Games Showcase on Sunday,

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MasterClass deal: Get up to 50 percent off for Father's Day

If you're stumped on what to get your dad for Father's Day, consider a digital gift like a Nintendo Switch Online membership or a

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This free website is like GasBuddy for parking

Parking in a city can be a problem. It’s not just about finding parking—it’s about finding the right parking. Sometimes, there’s a $10 parking spot only a block away from a garage that charges $50!

So how do you know the best place to park—especially if you’re new to an area, as I was a few years ago, or if you’re traveling and aren’t familiar with a city?

For me, the answer is a smart and completely free user-submitted database of parking spots and rates. It’ll

How a planetarium show discovered a spiral at the edge of our solar system

If you’ve ever flown through outer space, at least while watching a documentary or a science fiction film, you’ve seen how artists turn astronomical findings into stunning visuals. But in the process of visualizing data for their latest planetarium show, a production team at New York’s American Museum of Natural History made a surprising discovery of their own: a trillion-and-a-half mile long spiral of material drifting along the edge of our solar system.

“So this is a really fun t

Liquid Glass Looks Great, but I'm More Hyped for These Low-Key iOS 26 Features

There's more to the next generation of iPhone software than just a new name and a new look -- Apple also previewed a ton of quality-of-life features and improvements. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/liquid-glass-looks-great-but-im-more-hyped-for-these-low-key-ios-26-features/#ftag=CADf328eec

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The OnePlus 13s is the perfect remedy to my big phone fatigue

I’ve always been a fan of big-screen phones, but I've been waivering in the past few months. Now I've used the OnePlus 13s, I'm a convert.

The post The OnePlus 13s is the perfect remedy to my big phone fatigue appeared first on Trusted Reviews.

https://www.trustedreviews.com/opinion/oneplus-13s-perfect-remedy-big-phone-fatigue

Apple just made 3 great new privacy and security enhancements—but missed these 3 opportunities

This week, Apple previewed its redesigned (and renumbered) operating systems at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference. While the new Liquid Glass design language was the star of the show across iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26, there were some other standout feature

FIFA Club World Cup 2025: How to Livestream the Soccer Tournament for Free from Anywhere

Real Madrid, PSG, Man City, River Plate and Inter Miami are among the teams battling for a world title -- and a share of a $1 billion prize pool -- in this revamped cup tournament. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/fifa-club-world-cup-2025-how-to-livestream-the-soccer-tournament-for-free-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Opinion: Space startups are pivoting to defence. That’s great for innovation


A few months ago, at the SmallSat Symposium, a panel issued a sobering warning to space startups: do not chase defence dollars at the expense of long-term sustainability. Why? Because companies, particularly in the space sector, might be tempted to follow the

I Tried Tasty's AI-Powered Recipe Remixes to Spice Up My Usual Meals

Could AI help make my go-to recipes more nutritious, surprising, easier or fancier so I'd never get bored with my staple meals? This tool said yes, so I gave it a go. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-tried-tastys-ai-powered-recipe-remixes-to-spice-up-my-usual-meals/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 $80 Xbox games? Consider yourself lucky — they're a lot more where I live

The Outer Worlds 2 is the first Xbox game to hit $80 USD, and while that seems like a lot, you could be worse off living elsewhere.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/usd80-xbox-games-consider-yourself-lucky-theyre-a-lot-more-where-i-live

Getting sick of all the Prime Video ads? Amazon quietly doubled them
23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki will regain control of embattled DNA company after all

In a surprise twist, 23andMe founder and former CEO Anne Wojcicki is set to regain control of the DNA company's assets, according to a press release from 23andMe. In May, a company call

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TikTok users are exposing their worst exes—all to the soundtrack of Lorde’s new single

The latest TikTok trend has people exposing their terrible exes and most toxic relationship stories to Lorde’s new single “ ">Man of the Year“—with receipts.

Since the song dropped at the end of last month, the trend has quickly gained traction on TikTok. Typically following a slideshow format, users post a selfie before revealing a series of text messages or, worse, a voice note from truly the worst villains.