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Facebook / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETIf you were around when Facebook was called The Facebook, you remember how much simpler it was. If you miss those days, you’re in luck, because the social media site is giving you a way to relive them.Also: Tired of traditional social media? Here are 4 reasons why Substack is my go-to social media appIn an announcement on Thursday, Meta said it’s returning to its roots and bringing “the magic of friends” back to Facebook with a tab that only shows posts from your friends list. There will be no ads, algorithms, weird groups you’d never join, or sponsored posts — just content from people you know. Also: Can Digg’s return fix what ails social media today? Reddit’s cofounder is betting on itWhen the feature debuts, it will be under the “Friends” tab, which shows your friend requests and suggestions. Meta said you’ll still see friend requests there, but you’ll also see friends’ stories, reels, and posts. How to set the tab permanentlyThe tab will initially be available through the navigation bar and can always be accessed in the Bookmarks section. If you want to see the tab permanently, click your profile picture on the Home feed, go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings, and then Tab bar. From there, you’ll see the option to customize your tab bar. Click on ‘Friends’ to pin the tab. My Facebook account is turning 21 this year, so I remember when using the social media site was simply about keeping up with friends. The site is different now. I just counted the first 20 posts on my Facebook feed, and thanks to the site’s “discovery engine,” only three were posts from human friends. I’m looking forward to this new feature. More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Belkin Connect Universal Pro Dock retails for $150, but right now it’s on sale for $130. This midrange docking station is an excellent accessory, adding 11 additional ports while serving as a supportive base. The device sports a power cable that cannot be removed and may get in the way. […] More

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When is Amazon’s Big Spring Sale The sales event kicked off on Tuesday, March 25 and runs until Monday, March 31. Expect savings on all kinds of products the e-commerce giant sells coming and going throughout the week. Are deals really better during Amazon sales?While there are no guarantees that the prices you see are the lowest ever, Amazon — and the various retailers and sellers it works with — tends to keep promotions as competitive as possible. That’s why you can expect discounts that match all-time-lows — or at least somewhere near them.How did we choose these Spring Sale deals?While it’s always helpful when products are discounted significantly (we usually cover ones that are at least 20% off), ZDNET experts also prioritize promotions on products we’ve personally tested and can vouch for. Since the products you purchase are considerable investments, we ensure that our recommendations are grounded by thorough research, testing, and value.We also source reviews from actual customers, whether through Best Buy and Amazon testimonials (with hands-on images) or online forums like Reddit.What are the best Amazon Spring Sale 2025 deals?ZDNET’s experts are searching through Amazon’s Spring Sale deals to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals so far:You can also find the best Amazon Spring Sale deals by price:And the best deals from other retailers this week:Looking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites with ZDNET Recommends. More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETIf you want to get your activity up ahead of summer travel season, now’s a great chance to scoop up one of Apple’s health-tracking smartwatch for its best price yet during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. You can get the newest Apple Watch Series 10 for $100 off or only $299 at most major retailers before the spring season. These 25% off savings can be found on both the 42mm More

Max Buondonno/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysNormally retailing for $699, the Pixel 8 offers a flagship-level experience with Google’s latest AI and machine learning features.With fast performance, amazing cameras, and Google’s Actua display, it’s one of the best smartphone deals available.Compared to similarly priced phones, like the Nothing Phone 2, the Pixel 8 is a far better value.As part of Amazon’s 2025 Spring Sale, Google’s base Pixel 8 More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Bowers and Wilkins Pi8 earbuds cost $400 (though on sale for $319 right now), and are designed for audiophiles who want high-quality sound in an earbud The sound is crisp and immersive, the noise cancellation works well, and the earbuds stayed in my ears without any adjustments, even during sweaty […] More

When is Amazon’s Spring Sale 2025? Amazon’s Spring Sale started on March 25 will end on March 31. That gives you six days to snag great discounts on tech like TVs, sound bars, and more.Are TVs really cheaper during Amazon sales? They can be. Many brands will often mark down popular models and screen sizes during Amazon sales to help move inventory ahead of new releases. And if you’re lucky, you may be able to find an older model at a steep discount or a combination of coupons that help you save even more on a new TV.How did we choose these Spring Sale deals?While plenty of TVs are discounted for the Amazon Spring Sale, not all TVs and discounts are created equal. I focused on reputable brands like Samsung, TCL, and Hisense, as well as TV models that I and other ZDNET experts have reviewed and had hands-on testing experience with. I also made sure that each TV featured on this list had plenty of features that customers have come to expect as standard, such as built-in voice controls, preloaded streaming apps, and enhanced HDR.What are the best Amazon Spring Sale 2025 deals?ZDNET’s experts are searching through Amazon’s Spring Sale deals to find the best discounts by category. These are the best deals so far:You can also find the best Amazon Spring Sale deals by price:And the best deals from other retailers this week:Looking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites with ZDNET Recommends. More