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I turned my Apple Watch into a dumbphone with this quick fix

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-09-11 17:04:02

Prakhar Khanna/ZDNET It is a universal truth that we are spending far too much time on our phones. Dumbphones are becoming the solution du jour to the nationwide screen addiction issue. Search interest in the device -- whose primary capability is calling and texting (and not much else) -- has skyrocketed in the past year, according to data from Google Trends. Clearly, there's a heightened interest among tech enthusiasts and haters alike in an alternative to the endless pings, distractions, and

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Meta, EssilorLuxottica unveil Oakley smart glasses

cnbc.com Jonathan Vanian 2025-09-11 21:16:35

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg presents Orion AR Glasses as he makes a keynote speech during the Meta Connect annual event at the company's headquarters in Menlo Park, California, on Sept. 25, 2024. Meta and EssilorLuxottica on Friday unveiled a new line of Oakley smart glasses that include the social media company's artificial intelligence assistant. The Oakley Meta HSTN, as the glasses are known, is the latest product borne from a multiyear partnership between the two companies. The HSTN smart gl

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Forget Ray-Bans: The $399 Meta Oakley smart glasses are better in almost every way

zdnet.com Sabrina Ortiz 2025-09-11 21:25:00

Mark Zuckerberg Several months ago, reports emerged that Meta was looking to expand beyond its current smart glasses lineup into sportier versions. Now the glasses are officially here. On Friday, Meta launched limited-edition Oakley Meta HSTN model glasses. Staying true to the brand, the Meta version of the glasses keeps the form factor Oakley is known for, with a more flexible and rugged design that still allows athletes to take advantage of the smart glasses' capabilities, such as filming, l

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Here’s My Experience With 5 Cheap Gadgets I Bought From AliExpress

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-12 08:49:00

If you're shopping online, you may have noticed products from Temu and AliExpress often come up in your shopping search. These items are so cheap that you may wonder if it's really a steal or if you should stay away. I was in that boat as well. And I love a good YouTube video where the host tests cheap tech from low-cost retailers. So, curious as I am, I decided to try my hand at testing cheap home products from the popular discount marketplace, AliExpress. Now, when shopping for a new piece of

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Show HN: Tool to Automatically Create Organized Commits for PRs

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-09-12 12:22:59

Git Smart Squash Use AI to transform your messy commit history into clean, logical commits that reviewers will love Why Use Git Smart Squash? Ever spent 30 minutes reorganizing commits before a PR? We've all been there. Git Smart Squash uses AI to automatically organize your changes into logical, well-structured commits in seconds. What It Does Before (your typical feature branch): * 7f8d9e0 fix tests * 6c5b4a3 typo * 5a4b3c2 more auth changes * 4d3c2b1 WIP: working on auth * 3c2b1a0 updat

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If You Own a Samsung Galaxy Phone, the SmartTag 2 (Much Like the AirTag) Is Nearly Free

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-09-14 05:25:39

Apple is widely recognized for its AirTag but Samsung has stepped up with a worthy alternative: the SmartTag2. This tiny Bluetooth tracker is now available at a remarkable price on Amazon – just 18 dollars, down from its original listing of 30 dollars, which makes a 38 percent discount. See at Amazon Tiny Bluetooth Tracker Samsung has refined its design from the previous version to make it easier to attach to keys, wallets, luggage, or even your pet’s collar. Its compact size means it won’t a

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Huge TV deal: This 75-inch Toshiba 4K smart TV is only $399.99!

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-14 19:10:36

TVs are becoming more accessible than ever. Never in my life did I imagine we would be able to buy a huge 75-inch 4K smart TV for just $399.99. That’s how much this awesome Toshiba 4K smart TV costs right now, saving you $250 off the retail price! Buy the Toshiba 75-inch Class C350 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV for $399.99 ($250 off) This offer is available from Amazon, and it’s a “limited time deal.” It’s actually sold and shipped by Best Buy, so you can actually finalize the purchase on Ama

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Smart TV OS owners face “constant conflict” between privacy, advertiser demands

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-09-15 05:36:24

StreamTV Insider provided flights from New York City to Denver and two nights of accommodation so Ars could attend its StreamTV Show. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. DENVER—Most smart TV operating system (OS) owners are in the ad sales business now. Software providers for budget and premium TVs are honing their ad skills, which requires advancing their ability to collect user data. This is creating an “inherent conflict” within the industry, Takashi Nakano, VP of content and program

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How I turned my Apple Watch into a dumbphone (and why you should, too)

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-09-15 13:21:36

Prakhar Khanna/ZDNET Dumbphones are becoming the solution du jour to the nationwide screen addiction issue. Search interest in the device -- whose primary capability is calling and texting (and not much else) -- has skyrocketed in the past year, according to data from Google Trends. Clearly, there's a heightened interest among tech enthusiasts and haters alike in an alternative to the endless pings, distractions, and social media doom readily accessible through their smartphones. Also: I repl

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This Insignia 50″ Smart TV Drops Below the Price of the Same-Size Amazon Fire TV for a Limited Time

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2025-09-16 01:10:54

It’s time to upgrade that smart TV you bought 10 years ago. Amazon has a wide range of TVs from all the big name providers and you can secure yourself something that looks great without breaking the bank. One of the major deals we’ve come across is for the Insignia 55-inch Class F50 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV. Typically priced at $300, right now you’d save a solid 40%. That brings the price down to just $180, saving you $120. This Insignia smart TV supports HDR 10, allowing for true darkne

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Meta’s Oakley Smart Glasses Could Spell the End for GoPros

gizmodo.com James Pero 2025-09-16 01:14:20

Smart glasses are complicated. They have to be thin but also big enough to fit all of the important tech. They ought to be more than just glorified Bluetooth audio devices, too, since we already have those; they definitely have to fit a camera that doesn’t suck and a voice assistant that can get the job done. On top of all of the technical constraints, there’s also one burden that makes them different than other wearables—they absolutely, positively, cannot look dorky on your face. Because of th

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Samsung’s latest midrange phone is on sale for its lowest price ever

theverge.com Brandt Ranj 2025-09-16 05:37:20

Choosing a budget Android phone typically means wading through a ton of product pages and doing spec comparisons. Of course, a simpler way through the noise is to use The Verge’s handy guide to the best cheap phones. But we’re going to make it even easier for you today with a great discounted option. The 128GB version of Samsung’s Galaxy A36 5G is currently on sale for $349.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. This $50 discount is enough to bring the smartphone, which launched in early 2025, dow

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This smart light has party speaker aspirations

theverge.com Jennifer Pattison Tuohy 2025-09-16 10:00:00

The most surprising thing about Govee’s colorful smart lamp with a speaker built-in is that we didn’t get something like this sooner. We’ve had color-changing smart home lights that sync to music via an app, and we’ve had Bluetooth speakers with RGB lights — putting the two together feels like the natural next step. The Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro X Sound by JBL ($179.99) combines snazzy lighting effects and decent sound into one fun, portable package. Unlike most RGB Bluetooth party speakers, it’s

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4 Best Smart Glasses (2025), Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Simon Hill 2025-09-16 13:00:00

The idea of smart glasses has been around for decades, but the technology is finally catching up. The best smart glasses can entertain, guide us with directions, help us document our lives, and even teach us about the world around us, but the category is incredibly varied, and not all smart glasses have the same features. A computer you wear on your face has obvious potential, not least because it leaves your hands free. As a new wave of smart glasses arrives, we got sneak-peek demos of several

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Eufy’s new smart display keeps an eye on your security cams

theverge.com Jess Weatherbed 2025-09-16 13:58:00

Eufy is launching its first portable smart display, designed to allow multiple users to control and monitor security devices from a single hub. The Smart Display E10 is capable of displaying up to four live camera feeds simultaneously and can be paired with the company’s AI-supported video doorbells, smart locks, or the Homebase S380 data hub to unlock live notification and facial recognition features. The technical specifications for the E10 largely match those in a leaked brochure shared to R

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9 Best Smart Shades, Blinds, and Curtains (2025), Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Simon Hill 2025-09-16 17:30:00

Tailor-Made vs. Off-the-Shelf: Few things look smarter than perfectly fitted shades in a window frame, and few things look worse than shades that don’t quite fit. If you’re lucky enough to have window sizes that match the exact proportions of off-the-shelf shades then go for it, but most folks will be better served by going the made-to-order route. The downside is that tailor-made options are always going to be more expensive. Measure Properly: Look at your chosen manufacturer’s website to find

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10 tiny gadgets I never leave home without (and how they work)

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-09-17 03:30:16

My keychain essentials. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET I've collected my fair share of multitools and gadgets, but I've lost track of how often I've needed one -- only to realize it's sitting at home or in the car. Carrying a full toolbox everywhere just isn't practical. What I do have with me almost all the time, though, is my keychain -- and it turns out, it's the perfect way to keep essential tools within reach. Also: Are Amazon Basics tools any good? I bought a bunch to find out, and you'd

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I Bought Smart Home Devices Using These 3 Tips and Made My Home Smarter

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-17 01:40:00

There are numerous reasons to set up the best smart home devices in your living space. For some, it's about making their home more energy-efficient in the summer months; for others, it's about making their homes safer with security cameras. A recent CNET survey found that 71% of US adults are taking action to prevent porch thefts, something smart home devices can help deter. Years ago, having a smart home seemed like living in the future. Now, it's easier than ever to make your home smart. Afte

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Pick up a Samsung SmartTag 2 tracker for only $16 right now

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-17 05:07:54

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . We live in a world filled with so much stuff. There's keys, phones, wallets — the list goes on of things that you need to hold on to every day. With this in mind, it's often a good idea to get a Bluetooth tracker for all the important things. Luckily, right now the Samsung Galaxy Smar

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Meta is reportedly building AI smart glasses with Prada, too

techcrunch.com Maxwell Zeff 2025-09-17 21:38:07

In Brief Meta is working on a pair of AI smart glasses with the Italian high fashion brand, Prada, according to a report from CNBC on Tuesday. It’s unclear at this time when Meta’s Prada smart glasses will be publicly announced. The reported Prada collaboration signifies that Meta aims to bring its AI smart glasses technology to more fashion companies outside of its relationship with eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica. Until now, Meta has collaborated closely with EssilorLuxottica and its numerous

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Apple could be coming for your Nest Hub with the HomePad

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-19 08:52:50

Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR A leak suggests Apple’s long-rumored “HomePod with a display” will launch this year as the “HomePad.” Per previous leaks, the HomePad smart home hub could feature a touchscreen, camera, rechargeable battery, and Apple Intelligence support. This new device could offer a touch-friendly smart home hub interface and challenge existing ecosystems like Google Home. Over the past several months, we’ve seen plenty of exasperated smart home owners frustrated by

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Why the Google Pixel Tablet is still my smart home display after a year (and it's on sale)

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2025-09-19 07:30:13

ZDNET's key takeaways The Google Pixel Tablet retails for $499. The 11-inch tablet runs Android 13 on Google's Tensor G2 chip It has solid performance, small bezels surrounding the screen that can handle multitasking, and a charging dock. Android can be buggy on the Pixel Tablet, though less so than on competing devices; the refresh rate tops out at 60Hz, and picking up the tablet takes some getting used to. $499 at Target $499 at Best Buy more buying choices On Amazon, the 128GB Google Pixe

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Oakley and Meta tease new smart glasses launch for Friday, Apple eyes 2026 debut

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2025-09-19 13:41:16

It looks like Meta’s smart glasses lineup is about to expand beyond Ray-Ban. A new verified Instagram page called “Oakley | Meta” popped up this week, teasing a joint product launch scheduled for Friday, June 20. Here’s what to expect. This partnership has been in the rumor pipeline for a while now. Back in January, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported that Meta was preparing a new set of smart glasses under the Oakley brand, aimed at cyclists and other athletes. Unlike the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses, w

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9 Urgent Questions About Trump Mobile and the Gold T1 Smartphone

wired.com Brian Barrett 2025-09-20 00:54:05

On Monday morning, the Trump Organization announced that it would soon offer a new wireless service, Trump Mobile, and a golden, $499 smartphone to go with it. None of it makes much sense. To be clear, the Trumps would be far from the only celebrities to moonlight as mobile virtual network operator, or MVNO, a pretty common practice where small carriers piggyback off of bigger networks under a different name. Even the SmartLess podcast guys have one. But the more you read about Trump’s cell pla

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Spotify Makes Downloading Music to Wear OS Smartwatches Easier

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-20 04:45:00

Spotify premium users sporting a Pixel Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch or one of a host of other Wear OS smartwatches just got a handy update that'll allow them to download songs to their wearables with greater ease, the company said in an Instagram post June 13. The update allows customers to use the Spotify app on their phones to send song downloads to their smartwatches, tablets and desktops. Previously, song downloads had to be done on the wearable itself, a fairly clunky process. For runners,

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I changed these 6 TV settings to instantly make the system feel like new again

zdnet.com Chris Bayer 2025-09-20 17:07:00

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Is your smart TV slow to respond or stuttering during scenes? You're not alone -- many people experience laggy performance and choppy playback. The good news? A few simple fixes can get things running smoothly again. Also: Don't cancel Netflix yet: I used these secret codes to unlock the full catalog of shows Modern TVs have plenty of features and apps (and services that run in the background) that can slow them down over time. Fortunately, some simple actions can rectify your

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Fujifilm’s X-E5, New Bose Speakers, and Qualcomm’s Smart Glasses Chip—Your Gear News of the Week

wired.com Julian Chokkattu 2025-09-18 11:00:00

Fujifilm announced a new camera this week, the X-E5, the latest in its X-E rangefinder-style mirrorless camera series. Think of the X-E as an interchangeable lens version of the X100. The big news in the X-E5 is Fujifilm's latest 40-megapixel APS-C sensor and 7-stop in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This is the first X-E series camera with IBIS, which Fujifilm says will gain you about 7 stops of handholding. The new sensor also means video specs jump to 6.2K at 30 frames per second (with a 1.2

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6 Best Smart Locks (2025) for Front Doors, Slider Doors, and More

wired.com Nena Farrell 2025-09-21 07:08:00

MyQ compatibility with other ecosystems focuses more on vehicles and security devices than it does on classic smart home assistants, which makes sense since you're usually controlling it from outside of the home. It works with Amazon Key and Walmart+ InHome to get deliveries in your garage, with Ring, plus several cars, and IFTTT. Specs Smart home ecosystem: IFTTT, Amazon Key, Ring, Walmart+ InHome, and vehicles Power source: Wired / outlet Entry options: App control, manual button, keypad (pur

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Fujifilm's X-E5, New Bose Speakers, and Qualcomm's Smart Glasses Chip—Your Gear News of the Week

wired.com Julian Chokkattu 2025-09-21 09:00:00

Fujifilm announced a new camera this week, the X-E5, the latest in its X-E rangefinder-style mirrorless camera series. Think of the X-E as an interchangeable lens version of the X100. The big news in the X-E5 is Fujifilm's latest 40-megapixel APS-C sensor and 7-stop in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This is the first X-E series camera with IBIS, which Fujifilm says will gain you about 7 stops of handholding. The new sensor also means video specs jump to 6.2K at 30 frames per second (with a 1.2

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Samsung snuck in a surprise for its latest SmartThings app update

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-22 13:46:32

Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has rolled out a sizeable update to the SmartThings mobile app. The changelog mentions a new Home Life survey, improved routine configurations, sharing Galaxy Tag location, and easier navigation of SmartThings Map View. Not listed in the changelog is support for SmartThings in Now Bar and Live Notifications. If you haven’t seen it yet, be on the lookout for a new update for the SmartThings mobile app. The smart home app has recently received a

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I turned my Apple Watch into a dumbphone with this quick fix

Meta, EssilorLuxottica unveil Oakley smart glasses

Forget Ray-Bans: The $399 Meta Oakley smart glasses are better in almost every way

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If You Own a Samsung Galaxy Phone, the SmartTag 2 (Much Like the AirTag) Is Nearly Free

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How I turned my Apple Watch into a dumbphone (and why you should, too)

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Samsung’s latest midrange phone is on sale for its lowest price ever

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I Bought Smart Home Devices Using These 3 Tips and Made My Home Smarter

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