Eliana Willis

ZDNETFacebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp have been a huge part of our lives for what feels like forever. But that appears to be changing for some. Whether it’s to get more IRL time back or because of recent controversies, more and more users are looking for the exits. Also: ‘How to quit Facebook?’ searches spike after Meta’s fact-checking banIf you’re ready to finally say goodbye to all-things Meta, I’ll walk you through the quickest and easiest ways to delete your Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp accounts. It’s not hard at all and can be done in a matter of minutes. I’ve detailed the steps for both iPhone and Android users, though you can do most of it from a computer if that’s your preference.How to delete FacebookWhat you’ll need: To delete your Facebook account, you can use the Facebook app on your phone or do it from a computer. These instructions are for the iPhone and Android mobile apps, but the process is similar to a computer browser. More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The TCL QM8 (2024) features rich colors and searing brightness. It has enhanced audio over 2023’s model, while still being easy to set up and navigate. I wish the viewing angles weren’t somewhat limited, and you’ll want to wait for a deal to buy one. more buying choices What’s the deal? […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Vizio 5.1 Soundbar SE system is available now for only $199. It has immersive surround sound at an affordable price thanks to customizable EQ settings and sound modes. The Bluetooth connection can sometimes be spotty, and be prepared to hide lots of wires. –> One of the easiest ways to […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways At $130, the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera is a practical, battery-powered solution for darker areas around your house that lack wiring and outlets. The AA batteries allow the floodlights to beam at 700 nits of brightness, which is not the most powerful on the market but good enough to see […] More

ZDNET/NeptuneTikTok’s days in the US might be numbered, with the deadline for the company to either sell the app to a US company or shut down entirely coming up this Friday, Jan. 19. As a result, many US TikTokers are taking to the app to post videos with the overwhelming sentiment of “what’s next?”A TikTok user posted a video, that has since garnered 10.5 million views, asking people what app they will use as a TikTok replacement. To my surprise, many comments didn’t suggest China-owned platforms Lemon8 or RedNote, currently ranked #1 on the App Store. Rather, users recommended Neptune, an app that isn’t even out yet. Also: Why I don’t regret leaving X for BlueskyNeptune has a unique approach to social media. The biggest standout is its customizable algorithm, unlike YouTube, TikTok, and most other social media platforms, which have proprietary algorithms that users can’t control. It also has ghost metrics, meaning it doesn’t prioritize or showcase followers and prefers quality. Since the app is not yet out, you need to fill out a form and join a Discord server to get on the waitlist to become a beta tester, which could be an intimidating process if you’ve never done it before. I will walk you through how to do so below, and you’ll see it’s much simpler than you may think. The biggest perk is that you can reserve your username before the app even rolls out — a huge boon for content creators.  More

oxygen/Getty Images What does it mean for a writer, such as a novelist, to have a unique “voice”? And does artificial intelligence (AI) help or hurt that voice?  Microsoft researchers set out to answer that question with a small study using 19 fiction writers, 30 readers, and short passages written with the help of OpenAI’s GPT-4. […] More

Adam Breeden/ZDNETWhat’s the deal?Multiple models of the Sony Bravia X90L are on sale at Amazon. The 55-inch display received a 25% discount, bringing it down to $898 More