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    My favorite lightweight laptop for work is not a ThinkPad or MacBook – and it’s on sale

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Vivobook S 15, Asus’ first Copilot+ PC, normally retails for $1,299, but it is currently on sale for $1,099 on Amazon. It is sleek and lightweight with a gorgeous OLED display, great battery life, and snappy performance. However, because of the nature of Windows on ARM laptops, it’s not yet […] More

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    This is the soundbar I recommend if you want the most immersive sound – even if it’s a year old

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is optimized for the company’s OLED TVs with immersive audio features. The LGS95TR may be expensive, but the high-quality audio is easily worth the price. The soundbar has many features, but some of the best ones require a newer LG TV model. more buying […] More

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    No, RedNote is not the new TikTok – and here’s why

    I used this tutorial to learn how to navigate the app because of the language barrier. The tutorial details how to change your settings to English. However, while changing the settings does make it easier to use, there are still limited English translations when viewing other people’s posts, mostly Chinese users. Also: How to delete Facebook, Messenger, or InstagramAfter choosing my “interests” and following some “moots” (mutual followers) from TikTok that I knew were making the transition to RedNote, my Explore page began suggesting fashion/style content, cooking videos of Chinese dishes, beauty content, and educational videos of Chinese society, culture, and customs. Surprisingly, I’ve also been seeing a mix of content from users outside China because I’m following mutuals from TikTok. I noticed that RedNote does have some similarities to TikTok, Instagram’s Reels, and YouTube Shorts in the sense that your Explore page will be an amalgamation of short video clips and posts related to your interests and the content you’ve been viewing and liking. However, RedNote has more curated sections than other apps I’ve seen. You can view sections dedicated to household products, food, fashion, travel, music, film/TV, skincare, art, emotions, and even “science popularization.” I would assume that’s because users can create content tied to specific products. More

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    Good news! You can stream Super Bowl LIX for free this year on Tubi

    sjvn/ZDNETMost of us in the States can always watch Super Bowl LIX for free if we have a local Fox station. Now, cord-cutters can watch the game for free as well on the relatively obscure Tubi streaming service. This is happening because Fox owns Tubi. This will be the first time the Super Bowl will be streamed at no cost, alongside its traditional over-the-air antenna broadcasts. Tubi is a low-end service without multiple screens or any DVR functionality. It will also only show the game on low-end 720p HDTV. Also: How to watch Super Bowl 2025: Every streaming optionSuper Bowl LIX, scheduled for February 9, 2025, will be broadcast from the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Tubu will show more than the big game. Starting at 3:30 PM ET, fans can tune into the “Tubi Red Carpet at Super Bowl LIX,” a special pre-game show hosted by Olivia Culpo. I don’t think of the Super Bowl as a red-carpet kind of event. If you like that kind of thing, this segment will offer a unique glimpse into the celebrity, fashion, and cultural aspects surrounding America’s premier sporting event.Tubi includes the NFL Channel. This station will begin its “Countdown to the Super Bowl” on January 28 for those eager to immerse themselves in the Super Bowl atmosphere. This will feature various content, including historical Super Bowl footage, iconic halftime shows, and NFL analysis, providing fans with a comprehensive lead-up to the main event. More

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    Bye bye, Wi-Fi: This low-cost adapter lets you set up a wired network without running ethernet

    Stockbyte/Getty Images Wireless internet connections are convenient, but they’re also notoriously unreliable. Nothing proves that point more emphatically than a glitchy video conference call, especially if it’s tied to a crucial business meeting. The solution, of course, is to run a wired network connection to your home office. Wi-Fi is great for mobility, but a […] More

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    No, AI won’t revolutionize shopping – but this will

    AntonioSolano/Getty Images I wanna start by saying I’m not anti-AI. Far from it, actually. 😤 I think AI is amazing, and nothing will come between my ChatGPT subscription and me. So, if you’re an AI superfan…  RELAX 🫷🥺🫸 and stay out of my DMs.  I’m not beefing with you, not today, at least. (I might […] More

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    Upgrading to Wi-Fi 7? This new router gave me fast speeds, is easy to use, and highly secure

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Asus RT-BE86U router is currently on sale for $300. This supports Wi-Fi 7 delivering fast, wireless connections protected by multiple security features. However, getting the most out of the device requires Wi-Fi extenders which can be an expensive endeavor. more buying choices Wi-Fi 7 has been around since last January, […] More