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7 Ways You're Ruining Your Kitchen Knives     - CNET

If you have blades you love, keep them sharper and make them last longer by avoiding these common knife care mistakes. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/7-ways-youre-ruining-your-kitchen-knives/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Hands On With Huawei's Pura 70 Ultra video     - CNET

The Pura 70 Ultra was an absolute treat to use and impressed me with its photographic prowess. https://www.cnet.com/videos/hands-on-with-huaweis-pura-70-ultra/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Google One VPN now has a funeral date

Google One’s VPN service is being discontinued on June 20, 2024. This means you have about a month to find a suitable Android VPN alternative.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/cyber-security/google-one-vpn-now-has-a-funeral-date

 Steam just got banned in Vietnam – but a VPN is a quick fix

In recent days, Vietnam has seen gaming service Steam become inaccessible after a long-existent piece of legislation was finally put into force.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/steam-just-got-banned-in-vietnam-but-a-vpn-is-a-quick-fix

 Chinese EVs probably won't offer incredible value for much longer – here's why

The US Government has announced new measures to stem the flow of cheaper Chinese electric vehicles from entering the market, including a 100% border charge.

https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/hybrid-electric-vehicles/chinese-evs-probably-wont-offer-incredible-value-for-much-longer-heres-why

 Best iPad Pro deals of May 2024

See the best deals on iPad Pro at Amazon, Best Buy and other Apple retailers.

https://www.laptopmag.com/deals/best-ipad-pro-deals

 An official Netflix app update for Windows PCs will ditch downloads and offline viewing following a crackdown on account sharing

A new update for the Netflix app on Windows 10 and 11 won't allow users to download movies or series via the Netflix app for offline viewing or when facing intermittent Internet connection issues.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/netflix-windows-11-wont-support-offline-viewing

 This deal answers the question 'should I wait for a Surface Pro 10?'

Microsoft's Surface Pro 9 is a lovely convertible PC, but is it worth getting when then Surface Pro 10 is around the corner? This deal makes the decision easier.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/surface/this-deal-answers-the-question-should-i-wait-for-a-surface-pro-10

 Google's reportedly going to turn Android into Windows Phone (finally) and leverage its laptop OS

Another year and another example of how far ahead Windows Phone was, as reports suggest Google will leverage ChromeOS to make its own Continuum-like mode for Android.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/googles-reportedly-going-to-turn-android-into-windows-phone-finally-and-leverage-its-laptop-os

This Baseus Blade laptop power bank is only $63, its lowest price ever
Google is building an AI future, but not for you and me
Samsung’s huge, no-compromises Odyssey Ark 2 monitor is $1200 off
This dead-simple trick reveals if a battery is full or empty
Snapdragon laptops could nearly double Intel’s battery life, leak says
Meet Thunderbolt Share, Intel’s ultra-fast sneakernet replacement (and more)
Google’s new ‘Web’ tab is search without all the extra junk
 Asus ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro Wi-Fi 7 router review: Class-leading performance and expandability

The Asus ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro continues the trend of expensive flagship Wi-Fi 7 routers, but it has the performance to back up its price tag.

https://www.tomshardware.com/networking/routers/asus-rog-rapture-gt-be98-pro-wi-fi-7-router-review

SymfonyOnline June 2024: Announcement of workshops topics!

SymfonyOnline June 2024 is just around the corner and will start on:

June 4 & 5th: Workshop days to learn and practice in a friendly atmosphere and small groups June 6 & 7th: Online conference days in English. All talks will be available… https://symfony.com/blog/symfonyonline-june-2024-announcement-of-workshops-topics?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

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Threads gets its own fact-checking program

This might come as a shock to you but the things people put on social media aren't always truthful — really blew your mind there, right? Due to this, it can be challenging for people to know what's real without context or expertise in a specific area. That's part of why many platforms use a fact-checking team to keep an eye (often more so look like they're

3d | Engadget
Apple brings eye-tracking to recent iPhones and iPads

Ahead of Global Accessibility Awareness Day this week, Apple is issuing its typical annual set of announcements around its assistive features. Many of these are useful for people with disabilities, but also have broader applications as well. For instance, Personal Voice,

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Canon confirms its long-rumored flagship EOS R1 is coming later this year

After years of rumors, Canon has confirmed that a flagship EOS R1 camera is in the works for its EOS line. The full-frame mirrorless camera is sla

3d | Engadget
Chuck Schumer is dropping the ball on regulating AI

AI's capabilities are growing at tremendous speeds, and while that apparently warrants a ton of the United States' money for development, it doesn't seem to translate to a very obvious action: regulation. A bipartisan group of four senators, led by majority leader

3d | Engadget
How Much Could the iPhone 16 Cost?     - CNET

Here's what could determine whether Apple raises prices on its upcoming device series. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/how-much-could-the-iphone-16-cost/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Best VPN for Italy     - CNET

Installing a VPN before your trip to Italy will protect your privacy while you travel. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/best-vpn-for-italy/#ftag=CADf328eec

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I Tried Three Fitness Apps to Help My Postpartum Recovery video     - CNET

Postpartum fitness apps helped CNET's Giselle Castro- Sloboda feel stronger by 7 months postpartum. Here's what she learned on her healing journey with the Get Mom Strong, Every Mother, and Crewe Fitness apps. https://www.cnet.com/videos/i-tried-three-fitness-apps-to-help-my-postpartum-recovery/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 This Dell XPS 13 deal stands out in a sea of seasonal discounts

Dell's seasonal tech event slashes hundreds of dollars off the company's best PCs. Arguably the best Dell laptop deal right now is a clearance sale on the XPS 13t.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/laptops/dells-best-laptop-deal-isnt-even-part-of-its-seasonal-tech-event

 Save $200 buying one of Alienware's best gaming monitors during Dell's 'Seasonal Tech Event'

Dell's 'Seasonal Tech Event' has begun and brings with it a plethora of discounts, including one for the Alienware 25-inch 500z Gaming Monitor. Read on to how you can save $200 purchasing this monitor during this event.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/save-dollar200-buying-one-of-alienwares-best-gaming-monitors-during-dells-seasonal-tech-even

 Microsoft's quest for short-term $$$ is doing long-term damage to Windows, Surface, Xbox, and beyond

Microsoft has made some baffling decisions in recent years. From sucking the life out of Surface to putting ads in the Windows Start Menu to killing Xbox-exclusive games, what exactly is going on?

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsofts-quest-for-short-term-dollardollardollar-is-doing-long-term-damage-to-windows-surface-xbox-and-beyond

Fuel your next trip with 34% off this portable Bluetti power station
How to change the color of the Windows taskbar
Transforming The Relationship Between Designers And Developers

Is there such a thing as harmony between designers and developers in the workplace, and if so, how can it be achieved? In this article, Chris Day explores the challenges of effective collaboration, outlines the key factors at play, and (hopefully!) empowers you to find the right solutions to help you and your team deliver to their full potential. https://smashingmagazine.com/2024/05/transforming-relationship-between-designers-developers/

The Morning After: The biggest news from Google's I/O keynote

Google boss, Sundar Pichai, wrapped up the company’s I/O developer conference by noting its almost-two-hour presentation had mentioned AI 121 times. It was everywhere.

Google’s newest AI model, Gemini 1.5 Flash, is built for speed and efficiency. The company said it created Flash because developers wanted a

3d | Engadget
Google's Project Gameface hands-free 'mouse' launches on Android

At last year's Google I/O developer conference, the company introduced Project Gameface, a hands-free gaming "mouse" that allows users to control a computer's cursor with movements of their head and facial gestures. This year, Google has announced that it has open-sourced more code for Project Gameface, allowing developers

3d | Engadget