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Well, Amazon Prime Day has come to an end, but just in case you’ve been busy for the past couple of days, or been under a rock and didn’t hear about the great deals until today, I’ve put in the legwork to find a bunch of impulse buys and quirky tech deals that defy categorization that are still on offer. There’s still time to unleash your inner gadget enthusiast and revel in everything from the whimsical to the downright genius!Amazon Prime Day might be over (for now), but that doesn’t mean that the adventure has to end. Also: The best Prime Day deals still liveThe best impulse buy Prime Day 2024 deals that are still available More

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 $130 […] More

Screenshot by Jack Wallen/ZDNETI’ve been using Arc as my default browser on MacOS for nearly a year and can’t imagine changing to another. Arc is not only fun to use, but it’s also quite an efficient and effective browser.New features are regularly added to Arc and they usually improve the experience. Two such features are Little Arc and Peak. These two features are related as they serve a similar purpose. However, they achieve their aims differently.Also: 5 ways Arc browser makes browsing the web fun againLet me introduce you to these features and explain why you should use them. More

Joan Cros/NurPhoto via Getty Images Microsoft is about to make a significant change in the way it delivers security updates and new features for Windows 11. You can still expect to see a single update package on the second Tuesday of each month (aka Patch Tuesday). But instead of being delivered as a single update […] More

June Wan/ZDNETSamsung said on Thursday that it has agreed to acquire Oxford Semantic Technologies, a UK-based startup with knowledge graph technology.The South Korean tech giant said combining such technology with its on-device AI like those on the Galaxy S24 series will deliver “hyper-personalized” user experiences while personal data remains secure on the device. The company didn’t share the specifics of the deal.Also: The 45+ best Prime Day 2024 tablet deals: Last chance savingsKnowledge graph technology stores information like an interconnected web of related ideas and process data similarly to how humans acquire, remember, recall, and reason knowledge, Samsung said.This enhances the understanding of how people use products and services, which enables rapid information retrieval and recommendation, the company said.Also: Samsung’s S95D OLED is the best TV of CES 2024 and best in the world right nowOxford Semantic Technologies, founded in 2017, offers its technology in the form of its AI engines dubbed RDFox which can be applied to devices to boost their on-device AI capabilities, Samsung said, adding that it has been working with the startup since 2018.The graphs offered by these engines integrate information and context across various services and apps, Samsung noted, which allows it to craft a user experience that is tailor-made for the user by becoming increasingly familiar with their preferences and usage. The South Korean tech giant said it plans to apply the engine on its mobile devices, TVs, and home appliances. More

Day 2 of Amazon’s popular Prime Day sale is slowly ending, one hour at a time. While Prime Day is a great time to score savings on top products and expensive purchases you’ve been eyeing, it’s just as good a time to grab deals on more affordable everyday items. So far, we’ve seen many discounts on security cameras, video doorbells, smart speakers and displays, Apple products, and more. That’s why we’ve rounded up the best Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals under $50. We’re still updating this list with all the best deals so be sure to check back here before you check out online. Also: The best Prime Day deals right nowThe best Amazon Prime Day 2024 deals under $50Amazon Echo Pop Smart Speaker for $18 (save $22) More

Nintendo is notoriously stingy about offering coupons, discounts, or sales events — especially when it comes to digital games. However, if you’re willing to do a little research and be very, very patient, it’s possible to snag deals on everything from replacement charging docks and Joy-Cons to storage cases and games. While Amazon Prime Day, which ends today, offers great discounts on Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5 games and accessories, Best Buy More

While we usually see some of the best gaming deals around the holiday season, Amazon’s annual Prime Day sale is another great opportunity to save big on everything from games and accessories to consoles and PCs. Other retailers like Best Buy More