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YouTube's New Ad-Free Plan: A Casual Test in Australia and Beyond

October 18, 2024

YouTube is giving its Premium Lite subscription another shot, but this time, it's slightly different. The company is testing this new version in Australia, Germany, and Thailand. The goal? To make most videos ad-free, though you might still see ads on music videos and Shorts. Plus, there will be non

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Amazon's Color Kindle: A Game Changer or Just Another Tablet?

October 18, 2024

This week, Amazon introduced the Kindle Colorsoft, its first e-reader with a color screen. But in a world filled with cheap tablets, where does this device fit in? Devindra and Cherlynn chatted about it on the Engadget Podcast, along with the updated Kindle Paperwhite and the writable Kindle Scribe.

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The Still Light Fold: A Unique Foldable Phone

October 18, 2024

Ever wanted a phone that was as light as air and almost as flexible? The OnePlus Open might be what you're looking for. Right now, you can get it for a steal at $1, 299, which is a big discount. The best part? It's got plenty of space with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. If you need even more spac

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OpenAI's Uneasy Alliance

October 18, 2024

Ever wondered if the tech giants in the AI world are really as chummy as they seem? Well, the New York Times has revealed that things aren't all sunshine and roses between OpenAI and Microsoft. The problem? OpenAI needs more money and computing power, and Microsoft isn't delivering fast enough. Plus

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Get Microsoft Office 2019 for Just $25!

October 18, 2024

Are you in the market for a new laptop or upgrading an old one? Then you know how important it is to have Microsoft Office on hand. Right now, you can grab a lifetime license for the 2019 version of Microsoft Office Professional Plus for either Windows or Mac - and it's only $25! That's a massive 89

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ZDNET's Microsoft 365 Deal: What You Need to Know

October 18, 2024

Ever thought about buying Microsoft 365? Imagine having a team of experts helping you make the right choice. That's what ZDNET does. They don't just give recommendations; they test, research, and talk to vendors, retailers, and real users. They're like your shopping buddies, but smarter and more inf

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Enhancing Xbox Cloud Gaming: What's Next?

October 18, 2024

Xbox Cloud Gaming might soon see improvements in bitrate, which means better picture quality. This service, previously known as Project XCloud, has been behind competitors like NVIDIA GeForce NOW and Boosteroid in terms of resolution and quality. Microsoft is planning to take steps to improve bitrat

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Why Tech Giants Are Turning to Nuclear for AI Power

October 18, 2024

It's 2024, and some of the world's biggest tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are looking to power their AI operations with nuclear energy. You might be thinking, "Nuclear? Isn't that dangerous? " Well, let's dig into why these tech giants are making this move. First, AI is a real po

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Cyber Threats: A Daily Battle

October 18, 2024

Did you know that over 600 million cyberattacks happen every day? That’s what Microsoft’s new report says. It’s like trying to dodge bullets in a giant game of digital dodgeball. The bad guys are getting smarter too, using fancy tech like AI to make their attacks harder to stop. One scary thing

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Microsoft Plans Revolutionary Changes for Xbox Cloud Gaming

October 18, 2024

Microsoft's Xbox Cloud Gaming service is on track for major upgrades, according to recent reports. The tech giant aims to give gamers the chance to stream any game from their library, even if it's not part of the Game Pass subscription. This is just the starting point, as Microsoft looks to introduc