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Make the Switch to Windows 11 With Hundreds Off Refurb HP and Dell Laptops

Windows 11 is Microsoft’s latest operating system, which it officially began rolling out last October, and while many recent Windows laptops should have no problem upgrading, some older models might not have the necessary hardware. And if your computer doesn’t meet the minimum requirements to run the new OS, then you’re definitely due for an upgrade. Right now at Woot, you …

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New Google Maps Widget Brings Traffic Predictions to Your Home Screen

Google Maps will introduce a new widget that can predict nearby traffic on a person’s home screen in the coming weeks, without having to open the app, Google said in a blog post on Thursday.  Real-time traffic predictions are already present in Waze, another Google-owned mapping app, and Google Maps itself. This widget brings the traffic prediction functionality to a person’s …

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Samsung Launches Mobile Wallet App to Compete With Apple and Google

What’s happening Samsung just launched its mobile wallet platform for storing digital IDs, credit cards, car keys and other essentials. Why it matters Smartphone makers are attempting to replace the physical wallet with digital alternatives. Google recently announced a similar revamp to its Wallet app, while Apple is adding new features to Apple Pay. Samsung is the latest tech giant …

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What’s happening New travel benefits for its pricier tiers include 5GB of data per month while roaming internationally, Wi-Fi on more flights, a free AAA membership and discounts at the gas pump. Why it matters It’s always good to see better international roaming benefits. T-Mobile is upping its travel perks. On Thursday, the carrier announced new programs including slightly faster …

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