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    How to open Control Center on your iPhone without swiping from top: 4 easier ways

    Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETDo me a favor: Grab your iPhone and try opening Control Center one-handed. Bet you can’t, or at least it isn’t easy. It’s a shame, because that’s where Apple tucks all its quick toggles — from Wi-Fi and Airplane Mode to screen brightness and orientation lock. You’d think these iPhone settings would be easy to reach with one hand, but nope. As screen sizes have ballooned to 7 inches, swiping down from that top-right corner often feels like a literal stretch (especially if you’re juggling coffee or keys). Also: 6 things I did immediately after installing iOS 18.5 on my iPhone – and why you should tooFortunately, there are simple workarounds beyond the standard swipe that let you easily and quickly open Control Center. How to launch Control Center (without swiping from top) What you need: Inspired by our sister site, CNET, here are four methods — you just need an iPhone running the latest version of iOS.  More

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    My favorite Dolby Atmos-enabled headphones are on sale for Memorial Day (and it’s the lowest price I’ve seen)

    Jada Jones/ZDNETThe Sonos Ace are a pair of premium headphones that Sonos claims will provide a “rich” listening experience and create an immersion so good, it’ll make you feel like you’re in a room with your favorite musicians. In other words, Sonos says they’re really good. But these headphones aren’t cheap. A pair will generally run you $450. However, Walmart has slashed $100 off the Black Ace headphones More

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    How to safeguard your small business in the hybrid work era: 5 top cybersecurity solutions

    da-kuk/Getty Images Keeping your small business’s applications, data, and devices secure and compliant presents unique challenges, especially when you want to keep your people productive by giving them access to what they need at any time, on any device, from any location. The good news is that there are a variety of practical cybersecurity products […] More

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    Why I recommend this Lenovo Windows PC to creative professionals – even if it’s built for gamers

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Configurations for Lenovo’s LOQ Tower 17IRR9 start at $1,099. The computer is a great option for people looking for a well-performing, compact, and affordable computer. However, because of its small size, it has a limited number of available ports. more buying choices Lenovo’s Legion series is positioned as the company’s flagship gaming […] More

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    This air purifier is a must for pet parents, and it’s on sale for $90 off

    Allison Murray/ZDNETIf you are a pet owner, you know the struggle of breathing in pet dander and hair when your furry friend sheds their winter coat. On Black Friday two years ago, my husband and I purchased this Blueair air purifier, and it has made life as cat parents much easier since we aren’t breathing in as much of our cat Norbert’s hair. Also: Everything you need for a smart pet setupIt’s also discounted again as a deal for Memorial Day. Right now, you can get the Blueair Blue Pure 211i Max Air Purifier More

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    This Amazon Fire TV soundbar upgraded my home entertainment without breaking the bank

    <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Fire TV Soundbar Plus is perfect for those who want an affordable plug-and-play solution, available now for $249 standalone or $480 for the bundle. Bass is impressive (especially with the subwoofer), and the dialogue enhancement feature is helpful for clarity. It lacks built-in Wi-Fi streaming, smart features, or Alexa integration, […] More