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    I replaced my AirPods with Google’s new Pixel Buds Pro 2 – and shamelessly enjoyed it

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are premium earbuds with plenty of functionality. All-day comfort, lengthy battery life, and impressive noise cancellation highlight these earbuds. Integration with Google’s AI model, Gemini, needs refining. more buying choices It’s no secret that the AirPods Pro 2 are my go-to earbuds. However, since I’ve […] More

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    My biggest regret after updating my iPhone to iOS 18 (and I’m not alone)

    Maria Diaz/ZDNETAfter a year of waiting, Apple finally rolled out iOS 18 to the public in September, the latest version of iPhone software. This update introduces eye-catching features like customizable home screens. As often happens, there are also some eye-roll-worthy changes. For me, that includes the new Photos app.Apple announced the new Photos app during its Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) in June, touting it as “the biggest-ever redesign.” When you first open the app on iOS 18, the changes are very apparent. Also: 5 reasons to update your iPhone to iOS 18.0.1 right nowMost notably, Apple added new collections, like Recent Days, People and Pets, and Trips, to sort your Photos. The company also modified the Photos app to work seamlessly with Apple Intelligence, which will be available on all iPhone 16 models and the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max starting with the launch of iOS 18.1.However, what Apple refers to as a “simplified layout” seems unnecessarily complicated for many using the Photos app. The previous tab design was replaced by collections automatically categorized by themes. It makes finding the popular Recently Saved photos difficult and doesn’t show all the photos on your device like it once did with an All Photos tab.  More

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    Get a Walmart+ membership for half off and snag exclusive access to Black Friday sales

    Walmart/ZDNETNovember is nearly here, and winter holidays are just around the corner. Plus, with Black Friday and holiday savings ramping up, there’s no better time to scour the internet for deals, discounts, and top savings. Perhaps the best thing about the holiday season is that other major retailers are looking to cash in on the holiday shopping palooza, offering similar or better offerings on top products — and even membership opportunities. Right now, Walmart is discounting its Walmart+ membership program More