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    This $20 USB-C cable I recommend comes with a useful digital display

    ChargerLAB Power-Z AK001 USB-C cable with power meter. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETIf you’re a professional repair technician, then having one or more USB power meters in your toolkit is essential. These devices are invaluable as they provide a quick and efficient means of diagnosing issues. A USB power meter can instantly read voltage and amperage, what power protocols are being used, and much more, helping technicians pinpoint power-related problems with various devices. This capability makes them an indispensable, time-saving tool in the fast-paced environment of electronic repairs.Also: My favorite USB-C accessory of all time has a magnetic superpowerBut if you’re a hobbyist, investing over $100 in a high-end, feature-packed USB power meter might not make sense. For most enthusiasts, a simpler power meter that covers the basics is more than sufficient. Such a device can provide essential readings like voltage and current, which are typically all that’s needed to carry out routine checks and minor repairs. This way, hobbyists can enjoy the practical benefits of a USB power meter without the steep cost associated with more advanced models.And this is what the ChargerLAB Power-Z AK001 More

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    If these chatbots could talk: The most popular ways people are using AI tools

    jayk7/Getty Images Generative AI (Gen AI) is the tech world’s hottest trend. Many chatbots have been developed, from OpenAI’s ChatGPT to Microsoft’s Copilot and Google Gemini. But how do people use these bots, and what kinds of requests do they make? Also: ChatGPT vs. Microsoft Copilot vs. Gemini: Which is the best AI chatbot? To answer […] More

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    The AI scams infiltrating the knitting and crochet world – and how to spot them

    adventtr/Getty Images I don’t think it would come as a surprise to anyone that scammers and spammers would embrace AI? It’s a technology almost tailor-made to force-multiply reprehensible activity. What did come as a surprise is that they managed to use AI to scam crafters and makers — and it’s probably only going to get […] More

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    How to run dozens of AI models on your Mac or PC – no third-party cloud needed

    cofotoisme/Getty Images With the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), running sophisticated models like Meta’s Llama 3.1 locally on personal computers is becoming increasingly popular. Running an LLM on your local PC or Mac provides a sandbox for experimentation and development without compromising data privacy and allows for more flexibility in model usage. Also: Why […] More

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    TCL just unveiled its own version of Samsung’s Frame – and it’s just 1.1 inches thick

    TCL TCL has just announced the NXTFRAME, its newest television — and it’s pretty clear who the intended target is. The company describes the NXTFRAME as “a premium product that brings advanced technology and modern style together with customizable artwork.” Mentioning customizable artwork and a modern style should be enough of a hint that this […] More