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March 13, 2025

Maximizing Your Apple Music Experience: Tips & Tricks for Subscribers

Apple Music stands as one of the leading music-streaming platforms, boasting a catalog of over 100 million songs. It serves as a strong alternative to competitors like Spotify and YouTube Music, both of which also offer extensive libraries. However, unlike Spotify, Apple Music does not provide a free, ad-supported tier. Instead, it ensures an ad-free

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March 13, 2025

Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti Sells Out Instantly, Scalpers Drive Up Prices

The highly anticipated Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti launched today, only to sell out within minutes across major retailers. Similar to previous GPU releases like the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, overwhelming demand and limited supply left many frustrated buyers empty-handed. Retailers such as Best Buy and Newegg began selling the RTX 5070 Ti shortly after

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March 13, 2025

Why Gamers Are Interested in Starlink

Starlink is a satellite internet service developed by SpaceX, designed to provide high-speed broadband connectivity worldwide. Unlike traditional internet services that rely on fiber-optic cables or cell towers, Starlink uses a constellation of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites to deliver internet access to even the most remote areas. This technology is especially useful for regions

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March 13, 2025

New iOS 18.1 Features to Look Out For

New iOS 18.1 Features to Look Out For Call Recording on iPhone iPhones can now record phone calls with iOS 18.1. A sound bar icon appears during a call—tap it to start recording. An automated voice will notify both parties after a 3-second delay. Recordings are saved in the Notes app, with transcripts available on

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March 13, 2025

Lenovo Legion Go S: Redefining Portable Gaming

Lenovo has taken a bold step forward in the portable gaming industry with the unveiling of the Legion Go S. This sleek, feature-packed device is designed to cater to gamers who crave power and versatility on the go. The Legion Go S combines advanced hardware, innovative design, and seamless connectivity, offering a compelling alternative in

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March 10, 2025

Easy Steps to Protect Your Personal Data Online

In an increasingly digital world, protecting your personal data from being collected by companies is more important than ever. Here are four simple yet effective strategies to take control of your privacy. 1. Use Privacy-Focused Browsers and Search Engines Switching to a privacy-focused browser, like Brave or Firefox, and using search engines like DuckDuckGo can

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March 10, 2025

Ancient Viruses Embedded in Human DNA

Around 8% of human DNA comprises genetic sequences from ancient viruses, known as human endogenous retroviruses (HERVs), dating back hundreds of thousands to millions of years. Recent research indicates that these viral remnants may influence susceptibility to psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. HERVs are remnants of infections by ancient retroviruses,

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March 7, 2025

How to Stay Safe From Tax Scams This Season

Tax season is already stressful, but it also brings an increase in scams designed to steal your personal and financial information. Fraudsters may pose as government officials or tax service representatives, reaching out via phone calls, emails, or text messages to trick unsuspecting individuals. To better understand these scams, I spoke with Michael Bordash, a

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March 7, 2025

AMD’s Ryzen 9 9900X3D and 9950X3D CPUs to be launched on March 12

AMD’s latest high-performance desktop processors, the Ryzen 9 9900X3D and 9950X3D, are set to hit the market on Wednesday, March 12. AMD officially announced pricing for the two chips, with the 9900X3D set at $599 and the 9950X3D at $699. While not exactly budget-friendly, these prices remain consistent with AMD’s previous Ryzen 7900X3D and 7950X3D

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March 3, 2025

Microsoft Bids Farewell to Skype, Shifts Focus to Teams

Microsoft has announced that it will discontinue Skype on May 5, 2025, marking the end of an era for the once-dominant video conferencing platform. The company is encouraging users to transition to Microsoft Teams, which will serve as its primary communication and collaboration tool moving forward. “In an effort to streamline our free consumer communication

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March 3, 2025

TCL Unveils 60 XE Nxtpaper Smartphone and Nxtpaper 11 Plus Tablet

At CES, TCL introduced the 60 XE Nxtpaper smartphone and the Nxtpaper 11 Plus tablet, but it wasn’t until Mobile World Congress that they were showcased in person. These devices stand out for incorporating TCL’s latest Nxtpaper technology, designed to offer a paper-like display experience. This innovative screen technology also features a monochrome mode to

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February 28, 2025

Will the iPhone 17 Be Apple’s Boldest Upgrade Yet?

With the iPhone 16 still fresh on the market and the recent launch of the iPhone 16e, attention is already shifting to Apple’s next-generation smartphone. According to reports, company executives are calling the upcoming iPhones the “most ambitious” devices in the product’s history. Leaks suggest that one of the biggest changes in the iPhone 17

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February 28, 2025

What’s Streaming on Paramount+ With Showtime in March 2025

Keeping track of all the streaming platforms can be overwhelming, but here’s a quick guide to Paramount+. The service boasts a vast movie library from its parent studio, alongside a curated selection of original content. This March, subscribers can expect a mix of true crime, horror, music documentaries, and more. Here’s a preview of the

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February 28, 2025

OpenAI Unveils GPT-4.5, But Faces GPU Shortages

OpenAI introduced its latest AI model, GPT-4.5, today, but the rollout encountered unexpected hurdles. CEO Sam Altman revealed that the company ran out of GPUs—critical computing resources—just before the launch. As a result, access to GPT-4.5 is currently restricted to ChatGPT Pro users ($200 per month) and developers using the paid API, who will now

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February 28, 2025

Time Tracking Solutions for Temporary Staffing Agencies

Managing time tracking can be especially difficult for temporary staffing agencies. Employees can also be assigned to new projects and clients on a regular basis. The right time tracking solutions help agencies manage their operations, payroll, and other company policies with greater ease. Why is tracking time vital for staffing agencies? There are several reasons

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February 27, 2025

How to Support Joint Health with Vegan Products?

Are your joints hurting on a vegan diet? We understand that joint pain can be frustrating, but a plant-based diet doesn’t have to be the cause.  In fact, it is said with the right vegan supplements for joints and a balanced approach, you can effectively support joint health, prevent discomfort, and even manage conditions like

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February 25, 2025

OmniHuman AI: ByteDance’s Revolutionary Technology

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has introduced OmniHuman, an advanced AI model that can generate full-body deepfake videos from just a single image. This cutting-edge technology allows users to create lifelike animations where a person in the photo can move, speak, and gesture naturally, synchronized with an audio track. OmniHuman stands out due to

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February 25, 2025

Simple Habits to Protect and Maintain Healthy Vision

Maintaining good eye health doesn’t have to be difficult. Implementing a few simple habits can help keep your vision clear and protect your eyes in the long run. 1. Shield Your Eyes with Sunglasses Exposure to UV rays can cause long-term eye damage. Wearing sunglasses that block UV light can help reduce the likelihood of

February 21, 2025

Global VPN Guide: Bypass Geo-Blocks & Protect Your Privacy

Ever been hyped for a game release or a streaming show, only to find out it’s not available in your region? Yeah, that stings. Gamers and streamers face geo-blocks all the time—missing out on game servers, exclusive content, or entire streaming libraries. On top of that, privacy risks like DDoS attacks, ISP throttling, and data

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February 19, 2025

Streamlining Medication Approvals: The Impact of Prior Authorization Pharmacists

In the modern healthcare system, obtaining medications in a timely and efficient manner is essential to patient care. However, for many patients, the process of obtaining certain medications is complicated by prior authorization (PA) requirements set by insurance companies. These requirements mandate that healthcare providers obtain approval before dispensing certain medications or treatments. While the

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February 18, 2025

SparkCat Malware Discovered in Apple App Store, Steals Screenshots and Crypto Data

A newly discovered strain of malware capable of secretly capturing screenshots from smartphones has made its way into Apple’s App Store—a potential first of its kind. Dubbed “SparkCat,” the malware was identified late last year, hidden within an iOS app called “ComeCome-Chinese Food Delivery,” according to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. SparkCat operates by deploying a character-recognition

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February 17, 2025

Amazon Set to Unveil AI-Powered, Next-Gen Alexa at February Event

Amazon is set to host an event on February 26, which could mark the debut of a long-awaited upgrade to Alexa. The company has been hinting at a more advanced version of its voice assistant for over a year. Unlike Amazon’s usual fall events that showcase new Echo devices before the holiday season, this gathering

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February 17, 2025

Amazon Tests Feature to Show Products from External Brands

Amazon is currently testing a new feature that showcases products beyond those sold directly on its platform. A select group of Android and iOS users in the U.S. will now see two types of search results: items available through Amazon itself and products listed by third-party brands on their own websites. The goal, according to

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February 17, 2025

Perplexity Launches Deep Research

Perplexity has introduced a new AI feature called “Deep Research,” joining the ranks of ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini, which launched similar tools in recent months. This advanced capability enables users to generate comprehensive reports by sourcing information from a vast array of materials. According to Perplexity, the tool is designed to handle expert-level tasks across