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    The 65+ best Walmart deals you can shop now: Live updates

    ZDNETSummer is over, and we have officially entered the holiday shopping season with some of the biggest deal events of the year. Walmart’s holiday shopping event is in full-wing and the best part is that Walmart allows you to shop for deals without a pricey membership. All you have to do is visit the site and start shopping.Another major perk of the sale is that if you prefer in-person shopping, you can do so at Walmart and still take advantage of the sales from today through Sunday. These Walmart deals span every tech item you can think of and lots more, making this the perfect opportunity to purchase something you have been eyeing or get a head start on your holiday shopping.The first 12 hours of this deal event were open to Walmart+ members More

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    Best Prime Day Fire TV deals still available in October 2024

    Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale ended, but many deals are still available for the same discount as during the sales event. Popularly known as October Prime Day, this sale features some of the year’s best discounts on Amazon products, including Fire TVs and Fire TV accessories. Aside from being a great time to buy Amazon devices, the sale happens right before the holiday season, so you can use it to make a dent in your Christmas shopping list.Also: The best October Prime Day deals live nowFire TVs are smart televisions available under the Amazon brand and through partnerships with other TV manufacturers, such as Toshiba, Insignia, and Panasonic. Prime Day typically features the biggest discounts on Amazon-branded Fire TVs, but there are also some eye-catching deals from other makers. This is the year I’ve seen the most discounts on Fire TVs still lingering after Prime Day, so take advantage of the low prices.We’ve gathered the best Fire TV deals through the October Prime Day event to ensure you get your money’s worth on your next TV purchase.Our favorite Amazon October Prime Day Fire TV deals still availableAmazon Fire TV Stick Lite More

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    I recycled all my USB-C cables minutes after trying out this wireless charger

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Twelve South’s HiRise 2 Deluxe is available now for $79. It’s a premium, 2-in-1 Qi2 wireless charging solution that’s as minimal as it is practical. The price point might turn some people off. –> I’m a big fan of Twelve South’s lineup of premium accessories. In a world full of cheap, […] More

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    How to use Wi-Fi calling on your mobile phone if cellular service is down

    ZDNETNatural disasters like the hurricanes affecting Florida can easily disrupt cellular networks, preventing people from calling emergency responders or loved ones. If cellular service is down but a nearby Wi-Fi connection is still up, you can use that access to make and receive phone calls.Also: How to use Android’s emergency satellite texting if you lose cell signalBoth iPhone and Android phones offer a Wi-Fi calling feature that will allow audio and video calls if cellular service is spotty, weak, or completely down. Here’s how this works.How to use Wi-Fi calling on iPhoneWi-Fi calling has been available since the iPhone 5c. However, not all carriers support it. To find out if your carrier offers it, browse to Apple’s page on “Wireless carrier support and features for iPhone.” Select your region and look for your carrier. Check the bullet point items to see if Wi-Fi Calling is listed. More

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    AI anxiety afflicts 90% of consumers and businesses – see what worries them most

    EThamPhoto/Getty Images Consumers are anxious about how businesses are keeping their data secured, especially amid the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), while businesses are anxious about how hackers will exploit their use of AI.  The technology may be improving business efficiencies, but 50% of cybersecurity leaders in Asia-Pacific expect AI to be used to crack […] More

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    Best Prime Day Fire TV deals to shop in October 2024: Last chance

    Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale ends in a few hours, so this could be your last time before Cyber Week to find buy-worthy deals on devices. Popularly known as October Prime Day, this sale features some of the year’s best discounts on Amazon products, including Fire TVs and Fire TV accessories. Aside from being a great time to buy Amazon devices, the sale happens right before the holiday season, so you can use it to make a dent in your Christmas shopping list — or just shop around for nothing in particular. Also: The best October Prime Day deals live nowFire TVs are smart televisions available under the Amazon brand and through partnerships with other TV manufacturers, such as Toshiba, Insignia, and Panasonic. Prime Day typically features the biggest discounts on Amazon-branded Fire TVs, but there are also some eye-catching deals from other makers.We’ve gathered the best Fire TV deals through the October Prime Day event to ensure you get your money’s worth on your next TV purchase.Our favorite Amazon October Prime Day Fire TV dealsAmazon Fire TV Stick Lite More