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    The 12 best Amazon Prime Day laptop deals we’ve found

    There’s no doubt that 2024 has been a big year for laptops, and it’s still heating up. AI is everywhere across MacOS and Windows, which is getting more lightweight devices with bold designs.Also: Amazon Prime Day 2024: Live updates on the 50+ hottest Prime Day deals so farThis is fantastic news for you, since competition between the big brands has never been fiercer. As each manufacturer races to create the best laptop for different use cases, we see great deals on new machines, while previous iterations from even one year ago get marked down significantly. Simply put, now is a great time to spring for a new machine, and these are some of the best deals we’ve found ahead of Amazon’s Prime Day, which kicks off tomorrow.  The best early laptop deals for Amazon Prime Day 2024Apple MacBook Air (M2) for $799 (save $200) More

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    Time for businesses to move past generative AI hype and find real value

    Eugene Mymrin/Getty Images Organizations must move past the current hype around artificial intelligence (AI), specifically generative AI (GenAI), and work out how to generate real value from the technology. The industry likely is now at the point of inflated expectations and about to hit the precipice of disillusionment, IT health care services provider Synapxe CEO […] More

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    How to clear the cache on your TV (and why you should)

    Adam Breeden/ZDNETIn the age of smart TVs, convenience reigns supreme. We can access a world of entertainment with just a few clicks, but this comes at a cost: accumulating cache data. Also: The 34 best early Prime Day 2024 TV dealsJust like on your phone or computer, a cluttered TV cache can lead to sluggish performance, app crashes, and even hinder new content from loading properly. That’s why it’s important to clear all that extra cache and make your TV feel like new again. Before I break down the steps for how to do it, let’s answer the big elephant in the room first.What is a cache?A cache is a temporary storage area where data is kept for quick access. On your smart TV, the cache stores information from apps, websites, and system processes to help them load faster every time you turn it on. Think of it as a bunch of temporary files intended to speed up loading times for frequently accessed information. Also: How to clear the cache on your Android phone or tablet (and why you should)For instance, when you open a streaming app, the cache might store thumbnails, login details, or recently watched shows. Caches are designed to help your TV load this content more quickly. Over time, however, the cache can become overloaded with outdated or unnecessary data, which can consequently slow down your TV’s performance. More

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    Learn a new language with 76% off a Babbel subscription right now

    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