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zdnet.com > article > google-pixel-10a-vs-pixel-10

Google Pixel 10a vs. Pixel 10: Which of Google's latest phones is best for you?

3+ hour, 16+ min ago  (607+ words) AI agents are fast, loose and out of control, MIT study finds Unlike last year, Google's new affordable'Pixel 10a is closer to its predecessor than the base flagship model, the'Pixel 10. Last year, the Pixel 9a bridged the gap between A-series and flagship…...

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zdnet.com > article > new-to-vpns-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-to-use-one-safely

New to VPNs? Everything you need to know about virtual private networks in 2026

20+ hour, 30+ min ago  (1220+ words) Despite pushback from governments worldwide, more and more of us are turning to virtual private network (VPN) services to improve our online privacy." VPNs can seem complicated at first glance, but VPN providers have worked hard to make their software…...

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zdnet.com > article > google-ai-overviews-ai-mode-original-sources

Fact-checking Google's AI Overviews just got a little easier - here's how

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (343+ words) Also: How to get rid of AI Overviews in Google Search: 4 easy ways \In a recent post on X, Robby Stein, product VP for Google Search, announced a new feature designed to benefit all Google users. With both AI Overviews…...

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zdnet.com > article > samsung-unpacked-surprise-announcements-what-to-expect

5 surprise products Samsung could unveil at Unpacked - including an ultra wide phone

1+ day, 10+ hour ago  (932+ words) In about a week, Samsung will kick off Unpacked 2026, one of the company's biggest events of the year, showcasing its next wave of devices. The event is scheduled for Feb 25 at 10 am PST / 1 pm EST. While the tech giant hasn't…...

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zdnet.com > article > walmart-at-t-iphone-13-deal

You can get a new iPhone 13 for just $99 at Walmart - here's how

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (254+ words) Also: The best iPhones you can buy With AT&T Level Up, customers who make six consecutive on-time payments on their prepaid plan are eligible to switch to a monthly plan and get a new smartphone with zero down and…...

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zdnet.com > article > windows-11-network-speed-test

This new Windows 11 taskbar tool lets you test your internet speed in seconds - how to try it

2+ day, 4+ hour ago  (420+ words) Running a network speed test is a helpful way to determine if you're getting the speed promised by your internet provider. Normally, you have to trigger such a test by opening your browser and heading to a third-party web page…...

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zdnet.com > article > best-phone-presidents-day-sale

The best Presidents' Day phone sales live now

5+ day, 10+ hour ago  (286+ words) The best Presidents' Day phone sales live now'ZDNET At ZDNET, we review every major new phone release, and track phone deals all year. Presidents' Day is an exciting time for shoppers, because it marks the first major sales event of…...

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zdnet.com > article > home-wifi-setup-ways-to-improve-security

Your home Wi-Fi isn't nearly as private as it should be - 6 free ways to lock it down

5+ day, 16+ hour ago  (943+ words) OpenAI's new Spark model codes 15x faster than GPT-5.3-Codex We live in a time where privacy is something we actually have to work to enjoy. Achieving a level of privacy we once had takes work, and you need to start…...

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zdnet.com > article > verizon-free-iphone-17-pro-deal

Get an iPhone 17 Pro for free, plus a $200 gift card at Verizon - here's how to qualify

6+ day, 5+ hour ago  (97+ words) Also: iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 17 Pro" Read the review:"iPhone 17 Pro If you're curious to know about the other two storage options, the 512GB iPhone 17 Pro is $5.55 a month, while the 1TB model is $11.11 a month. In 2026, we continue to refine our approach…...

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zdnet.com > home-and-office > energy > xtar-link-mp158-starlink-mini-power-bank-review

Want off-grid Starlink Mini? This power bank kept mine online for hours

1+ week, 7+ hour ago  (837+ words) While most people get by with a smartphone or hotspot, there are times when you need more. A lot more. These days, the best way to get high-speed connectivity pretty much wherever you are on the globe is to use…...