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    Grab a Microsoft Office for Windows license for $40. Here’s how

    Download a lifetime license to Microsoft Office at a deep discount with this deal. Stack Social If you need access to Microsoft Office but don’t want to pay the yearly fee to access Office 365, you’re in luck: Stack Social is offering a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows or Mac, starting […] More

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    I changed these 5 TV settings to instantly improve the picture quality – and you can too

    Adam Breeden/ZDNETWhether you’re considering buying a new TV or your old flat panel seems to be doing fine, there are still ways to optimize your viewing experience, and it all begins with your television’s settings. Let’s explore some of the key factors determining how your TV performs and what you can do to make it look even better.1. Turn down the sharpnessThe sharper the picture, the better. Right? Not necessarily.Contrary to popular belief, the “sharpness” setting on your TV doesn’t affect the actual sharpness of the displayed image. True sharpness is determined by factors such as screen resolution, source material resolution, and contrast. Instead, the sharpness setting alters the artificial edge enhancement — a processor-driven adjustment that can introduce unwanted noise and, ironically, distort details in the image.Also: TV running slow? I changed these 6 settings to instantly speed up the performanceEdge enhancement is designed to make onscreen objects more distinct by emphasizing the boundaries between them, theoretically creating a more lifelike image. However, this feature acts like a universal Instagram filter, potentially leading to an unnatural appearance in some media. More

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    Learn a new language with a lifetime Babbel subscription for 76% off

    Get a Babbel lifetime language subscription at a big discount right now.  StackSocial Learning a new language can be daunting. But right now, you can buy a lifetime subscription to Babbel Language Learning from Stack Social that lets you choose from 14 languages and access more than 10,000 hours of online language education for just $140 — […] More

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    Shark’s new vacuums promise the most hands-free cleaning experience yet

    Shark The IFA trade show is taking place now in Berlin, unveiling many new devices to explore, especially in the smart home category. SharkNinja is one of the brands showcasing new tech at IFA, with two new vacuums that tout a nearly hands-free cleaning experience for the consumer. The announcement includes the Shark PowerDetect NeverTouch […] More

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    Buying a new iPhone next week? These new Anker charging accessories are for you

    Anker Next week, Apple is holding its ‘Glowtime’ event, in which the company is expected to release its newest hardware lineup, including the iPhone 16 series. If you are in the market for a new iPhone, you may want to purchase new charging accessories, and lucky for you, Anker just released some new accessories that […] More

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    Sign up for a Costco membership and get a $20 gift card now

    A new Costco membership comes with a free $20 gift card right now. StackSocial Thinking about joining Costco? Or, have you been sharing a membership card with your parents or friends? Now that Costco is starting to crack down on membership sharing (in the coming months, the stores will start scanning cards at the entrance […] More

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    11 hidden Windows touchpad tricks power users need to know

    Nicolas Ospina/Getty Images Every modern laptop has a smooth square beneath the keyboard designed to help you navigate without a mouse. On a MacBook, it’s called a trackpad; on a Windows PC, it’s called a touchpad. But regardless of what you call it, you can do much more than just move the pointer around and […] More