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    AI agents arrive in US classrooms

    PM Images/Getty Images AI for education is a new but rapidly expanding field. Can it support student outcomes and help teachers avoid burnout? On Wednesday, AI education company Kira launched a “fully AI-native learning platform” for K-12 education, complete with agents to assist teachers with repetitive tasks. The platform hosts assignments, analyzes progress data, offers […] More

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    Why I just added Gemini 2.5 Pro to the very short list of AI tools I pay for

    Jaque Silva/NurPhoto via Getty Images The AI landscape is changing fast… is such a clichéd thing to say… but here I am, telling you yet again… “The AI landscape is changing fast.” 😩 In today’s episode of keeping up with AI advancements, I must tell you about Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro, its most advanced model […] More

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    Bilt Rewards now lets you pay your student loans with points

    filo/Getty Images Bilt Rewards, a points program best known for its Mastercard backed by Wells Fargo, lets people earn rewards on rent payments, which are often their largest monthly expense. Now, the company is trying to help make a dent in its customers’ next largest expense: student debt.  On Wednesday, Bilt announced members can now […] More

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    I didn’t expect to love Amazon’s flagship soundbar this much – but it’s the real deal

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Fire TV Soundbar Plus is perfect for those who want an affordable plug-and-play solution, available now for $249 standalone or $480 for the bundle. Bass is impressive (especially with the subwoofer), and the dialogue enhancement feature is helpful for clarity. It lacks built-in Wi-Fi streaming, smart features, or Alexa integration, […] More

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    This is the best AirTag alternative for Android users, and I love its safety features

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Chipolo Pop Tracker tag is small, durable, water-resistant, and loud. User-replaceable battery lasts a year. Like all third-party tags, they do not support Apple’s own precision finding. –> For me, finder tags like the Apple AirTags<!–> have been a game changer. And that’s not a word of hyperbole. They have […] More

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    I tried to break this 10,000mAh power bank – it backfired in the most impressive way

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Poseidon Pro is a full-feature power bank available now for $119. It’s incredibly robust, with water, dust and impact resistance. The accessories includes a lock knife which could be problematic in some jurisdictions. –> Power banks are a necessity, and while most are designed to withstand the rigors of being […] More