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You Should Be Using These Windows 11 Features

It’s always a good time to master some of Windows 11’s productivity features. These built-in tricks can help you do everything from setting up Taskbar shortcuts to saving battery power.  No matter which Microsoft, Dell, HP or other Windows compatible rig you have, we’ve got you covered here with our list of hidden features that you …

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Turn Your Android Into a Google Home and More. Here’s How

If you typically get a new Android phone every year, your options are to either trade in your old phone or keep it. So if you choose to keep your older Android, what should you do with it? Some options are to stash it in a drawer or try to sell it. But you may like the idea of making it …

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Best VPN for Windows

A well-tested virtual private network is a key privacy tool for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users. We’ve repeatedly tested a range of VPNs across both Windows and MacOS platforms to find the fastest and most secure options for each platform. If you’re looking for the best VPN for a Windows device, you’re in luck. Windows’ dominance as a desktop …

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Microsoft first launched the Surface in 2012, and since then, it’s manufactured many different Surface styles. Twelve of those styles are on sale at Woot right now, which can save you hundreds on these devices. Some of these are in new condition, but most are refurbished or factory-reconditioned computers that work like they’re brand-new, but they don’t come with the …

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Best Laptop for College 2022

A good, reliable laptop is a necessity for college students. Many university classes now allow or even require students to use their laptops in class for a variety of purposes, so having a laptop with a long battery life that’s light and small to fit in a backpack is as important as performance. A basic, entry-level laptop will cover you …

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Meta’s Future Quest VR Headsets Will Use Custom Qualcomm Chips for Years

We don’t know a ton of details about Meta’s next VR headset, expected this October, but we do know it’ll feature a Qualcomm chip inside… and so will the company’s headsets for years down the road. Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the news during a press conference at Berlin’s IFA tech show. Qualcomm’s already made …

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Grab a Refurb 2

Update: This deal has sold out. Be sure to stay tuned to CNET Deals for more great offers as they go live. Looking for an affordable, two-in-one laptop that’s great for light work and online browsing, but want more versatility than a Chromebook offers? While they’re certainly not cutting-edge anymore, if most of your work is going to be online, …

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Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (UM5302) Review: Superb Little Ultralight Laptop

It is not easy to find an ultralight laptop that still feels sturdy but Asus pulls it off with the Zenbook S 13 OLED. At 1 kilogram (2.4 pounds), the 13.3-inch laptop is lighter than the MacBook Air (M1 and M2) — ideal for tossing in a backpack or shoulder bag without a second thought. Despite its compact footprint, Asus …

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Best Blu

While we are in the age of streaming, there are still plenty of good reasons to watch movies on a Blu-ray player. The rights constantly change hands and sometimes the show or film you would like to watch is unavailable through a streaming service you have a subscription through. Not only will having a hardware player prevent this problem (assuming you …

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How to Open MBOX Files on MacOS or Windows

If you’re looking to transfer your old emails to a new email address, or if you’ve ever needed to send someone a mile-long email thread — MBOX files can be an easy, flexible solution. MBOX files can be opened on MacOS, iPhone, Windows and Android.  What exactly are MBOX files?  MBOX files are a container for multiple, compressed email files. The …

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