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    When Google Wallet and PayPal break up, what’s your next move?

    Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETUsing PayPal to fund purchases through digital wallet services like Apple Wallet and Google Wallet is convenient, as you don’t have to juggle credit or debit cards. But that convenience is going away with Google Wallet in the US.In a recent update to its Google Wallet support page, the company announced that PayPal will no longer be supported, effective June 13. Google will not only no longer allow PayPal payments, but it will also remove any linked PayPal accounts, so you won’t be able to use it as a payment method. The cutoff applies in the US but not in Germany, where Wallet users will still be able to tap into PayPal. Also: How to use Google Wallet – and why you should alreadThis latest news follows a prior announcement that Google was cutting off support for new PayPal setups in its Wallet app starting April 11. At the time, PayPal accounts already linked were still able to work. But the June 13 deadline means that no PayPal accounts, new or existing, will be accepted as of that date. There’s one more hiccup. As of June 13, Google Wallet will no longer display your PayPal transaction history. Instead, you’ll have to go to the PayPal website or app to view these transactions. What do you do if you rely on PayPal with Google Wallet? There is a lifeline. Google says that PayPal branded debit cards will still be supported. Available as both a digital and a physical card, this one offers cash-back options and other perks and can be used anywhere Mastercard is accepted. To grab one if you don’t already have it, head to the PayPal Debit Card site, click the button to get the card, and follow the steps. After you’ve received the digital version, you can always request a physical card. Also: Google Wallet brings digital IDs to more states – how to add yoursInstead of the PayPal card, you can also simply add an existing credit or debit card to Google Wallet. For that, browse to the Google Wallet website or open the Google Wallet app on an Android device. At the site, select the category for Payment Methods, click the button to add a payment method, and then add your credit or debit card. In the app, tap the Add to Wallet button and follow the steps to add a payment card. More

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    This USB-C converter solved the biggest issue I have with my MacBook

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways This Type-C to Magsafe 3 Converter is available for around $15. It turns any USB-C cable into a MagSafe 3 cable, with the same charging speeds and same magnetic breakaway. It’s far cheaper than buying a replacement cable from Apple. –> I think Apple’s MagSafe charging system for its MacBook<!–> line […] More

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    I ditched Spotlight on my Mac for this more powerful search tool – and it’s free

    Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETI’m all about being efficient. Whether it’s on my phone, a desktop, or a laptop, I want my workflow to be fast, smooth, and simple. Because of that, I’m always on the search for tools to improve how I do what I do.Although MacOS has a built-in search tool (Spotlight), I don’t use it because it doesn’t offer the flexibility I need. So when I came across Alfred, my curiosity was piqued. Could this app be exactly what I need in a MacOS search tool? Also: How to make any MacOS app start at login – to save you time and clicksAlfred More

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    Adobe’s Photoshop AI editing magic finally comes to Android – and it’s free

    Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETAdobe Photoshop is such an important application for the photography industry that its name has become synonymous with image editing. After 30 years, in February, Adobe unveiled its first Photoshop-dedicated mobile app — and now Android users can join in the fun. On Tuesday, Adobe announced that the Photoshop app will be available on the Google Play Store for the most popular Android smartphones. The Android app (beta) is free, and the only requirement is a device running Android 11 or later, with a minimum of 6GB of RAM, 8GB for optimal performance. Also: Perplexity AI coming soon to these Samsung devices – reportThe app is aimed at users who prefer to work on their phones or edit and design on the go. The app’s intuitive, mobile-friendly interface also makes it more user-friendly for Photoshop beginners, as the desktop layout can be overwhelming at first.  More