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• The Chipolo Loop is available now for $39.
• It’s rechargeable, so you don’t have to worry about battery disposal, and the speaker is much louder than the Apple AirTag.
• It’s significantly more expensive than the AirTag, so could be a hard sell to iPhone user.

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I love AirTags, and my life would be a whole lot more chaotic without them. But they have their limitations. The design is not conducive to attaching to keys, they…

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• Apple could be developing a new budget-friendly MacBook for around $599. 
• It would reportedly house the A18 Pro chipset found in the iPhone 16 Pro. 
• Production changes have pushed the release of this lightweight MacBook to 2026.

This summer, rumors surfaced that Apple was developing a lightweight MacBook running on iPhone hardware. Notable Apple insider Ming-Chi Kuo supported the rumors in a post on X back in…

When is Black Friday? 

Black Friday is Friday, Nov. 28, the day after Thanksgiving. Traditionally, Black Friday sales were reserved for in-person shopping for one day only. In recent years, Black Friday promotions have begun in early November, and most of the best deals are available online. Cyber Monday is Monday, Dec. 1, and is another opportunity to shop end-of-year deals.

Are AirPods really cheaper during Black Friday? 

Yes, AirPods are typically cheaper during Black Friday sales. However, in nearly…

After selecting your device, Amazon will ask a few qualifying questions about its condition to provide an accurate appraisal. It may ask whether the device powers on and holds a charge, if all accessories are included, and whether there are any cracks or defects. You’ll also need to confirm the overall condition of the device.

Be as honest and accurate as possible, because Amazon’s inspectors will verify your answers. If the condition doesn’t match your description, Amazon will adjust the trade-in offer….

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• Top AI agents fail at freelance work, according to a new study.
• The study assessed Gemini 2.5 Pro, GPT-5, and other agents.
• Close to half of the US workforce did freelance work in 2025.

If you’re a freelance worker and you’ve been stressed about the prospect of losing your job to AI, you can rest easy — at least for the time being.

According to a new study conducted by Scale AI and the…

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• Top AI agents fail at freelance work, according to a new study.
• The study assessed Gemini 2.5 Pro, GPT-5, and other agents.
• Close to half of the US workforce did freelance work in 2025.

If you’re a freelance worker and you’ve been stressed about the prospect of losing your job to AI, you can rest easy — at least for the time being.

According to a new study conducted by Scale AI and the…

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• Password managers remain vital to your security.
• Linux has plenty of available options.
• These tools are open-source and readily available.

I’ve been using a password manager for as long as I can remember. To be honest, I can’t imagine not using one at this point. 

If you’re serious about your security, it’s time to adopt one yourself. Or, if you’re using a password manager that doesn’t…

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• If you want a beautiful desktop, Linux has you covered.
• These five distributions are either gorgeous or sugary cute.
• You’ll find KDE Plasma, COSMIC, and Hyprland represented.

This topic always seems to come back around — with good reason. Linux offers some of the most beautiful desktops on the market. I realize that aesthetics isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but for those who do appreciate a beautiful desktop environment, Linux is filled with…

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• Google Docs has become the universal document collaboration platform. 
• Features such as Voice Typing, Smart Chips, and Version History surpass most word processors, but many have never used them. 
• In this guide, I share over 25 useful tips for Google Docs to help you streamline your workflow.

Google Docs has been part of my life for nearly two decades. I remember when it first launched back in 2006 — I…

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Have a USB device near you? Look closely at the port — do you see a color? It turns out that it actually means something. There’s a standardized color scheme that communicates information about that device’s capabilities.

Mind blown? If you never noticed this, you’re not alone. Most USB devices work fine on any compatible port, but they may not be optimized for optimal performance. For example, if you’ve noticed a mouse seems…