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If traveling is on your 2026 list, grab this pack of AirTags to keep track of all your belongings and valuables.
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TikTok has signed a deal to spin off its American business, according to reporting from Associated Press and others. This should keep the popular social media app available in the US for good, capping off years of drama.
We now have some new data as to the specifics of the deal. Nearly 50 percent of assets will be split between three companies. Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX will each control around 15 percent of the newly-formed entity. It's worth noting that MGX isn't an American company at all, but rather Abu Dhabi's state-owned investment firm.
The rest will remain in the hands of affiliates of TikTok's parent company, ByteDance. That company will also take a direct ownership stake of around 20 percent. US platform operations will be managed by a seven-member board of directors. The majority of this board will be Americans.
US data will be stored under a system operated by Oracle. That company is run by Larry Ellison, a
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Last-minute shopping doesn't have to be stressful. We've sifted through hundreds of items on Amazon to find thoughtful, standout gifts that beat the shipping cutoff.
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Stop what you're doing and sign up for these perks for Netflix, Hulu and other streamers.
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 Since the beginning of December, Apple has been pushing iPhone users who opted to stay on iOS 18 to install iOS 26 instead. Apple started by making the iOS 18 upgrades less visible, and has now transitioned to making new iOS 18 updates unavailable on any device capable of running ?iOS 26?.
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Kara Tsuboi covers today's top tech stories. We explore the best last-minute digital gift ideas for the holiday season; and we look at the best gadgets and tech tips to prepare your home for holiday houseguests.
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Trump Media plans to merge with a company developing nuclear fusion technology, putting the president's financial interests in competition with other energy companies over which his administration holds sway.
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The College Football Playoff kicks off with the No. 9 Crimson Tide facing the No. 8 Sooners. See all the options for watching the game.
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If you're using extra-virgin olive oil in your air fryer, this chef would like a word.
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 Apple has stopped signing iOS 26.1, meaning that iPhone users can no longer downgrade to that software version via Finder on macOS or the Apple Devices app on Windows. iOS 26.2 is now the minimum version that is still signed by Apple, and the first beta of iOS 26.3 is also available to developers and public beta testers.
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The company announced its new system-on-a-chip. It could be good news for its upcoming mobile lineup.
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Apple said it's normal for your iPhone battery to drain quickly after an update. The company also said this is temporary.
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Paul Thomas Anderson's latest features Leonardo DiCaprio like you've never seen him before.
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 Samsung has officially unveiled the Exynos 2600, the world's first 2 nanometer mobile system-on-a-chip (SoC), built on the company's Gate-All-Around (GAA) process. The 10-core ARM-based design aims to deliver improved performance and efficiency for flagship devices like the upcoming Galaxy S26 series.
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Ease allergy symptoms and keep chapped lips at bay by placing your portable humidifier in the perfect location.
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The data center backlash has begun.
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CNET has been testing robot vacuums for years, but we're always refining our testing procedures. Here's the process we use to evaluate robot vacuums for cleaning, navigation performance, obstacle avoidance, noise levels and more.
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We put a dozen new air purifiers through comprehensive lab testing to find out which ones offer the best particle filtering, noise levels and energy efficiency. Here are our five new winners.
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ChatGPT Images is a big step forward for OpenAI. Here's how the new model fared against the old one and competitors like Google.
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Here's a stack of merry films you can watch now.
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 Australia has granted approval for Apple to enable its Apple Watch hypertension notification feature in the country, Information Age reports.
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OpenAI's GPT-5.2 introduces new safety rules for users under 18, as lawmakers, parents, and regulators push AI companies to strengthen guardrails.
The post Under Pressure, OpenAI Expands Teen Safety Protections in ChatGPT appeared first on eWEEK.
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OpenAI shipped GPT-5.2, launched a ChatGPT app ecosystem, pushed AI safety research, and hinted at what's next.
The post OpenAI Just Laid Out Its 2026 Roadmap appeared first on eWEEK.
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If learning a new skill is one of your New Year's resolutions, then you might want to know that MasterClass subscriptions are currently 50 percent off. This brings the top-tier subscription with offline mode and use on up to six devices down from $240 annually to $120. The entry-level plan, which supports just one device and doesn't offer offline viewing, is marked down to $60 from $120.
Over the past few years, MasterClass has grown to over 200 classes, sessions and original series. You can learn about entrepreneurship from Richard Branson, screenwriting from Aaron Sorkin, cooking from Gordon Ramsay and heaps more. Each of these offers classes in a one-on-one format with slick instructional videos and often workbooks to accompany them.
MasterClass also appears on our list of the best subscripti
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SpaceX said it experienced an anomaly with one if its Starlink satellites that was likely caused by a small explosion. "The anomaly led to venting of the propulsion tank, a rapid decay in semi-major axis by about 4 km [2.5 miles] and the release of a small number of trackable low relatively velocity objects," Starlink wrote in a post on X. Orbital tracking company LeoLabs assessed that the issue was caused by an "internal energetic source rather than a collision with space debris or another object."
SpaceX said it's working with NASA and the US Space Force to track the remains of the object. "The satellite is largely intact, tumbling and will reenter the Earth's atmosphere and fully demise within weeks," the company said. It's trajectory is well below the International Space Station (ISS) so it poses no risk to the lab or its crew. Starlink has yet to say how many pieces it's tracking.
The incident happened just days after a Starlink satellite narrowly avoided a collision with a rival Chinese satellite from CAS Space last week. Starlink vice president Michael Nicholls said that the incident happened due to a lack of coordination between the two companies. "When satellite operators do not share emphemeris for their satellites, dangerously close approaches can occur in space," he wrote on X.
Starlink's constellation consists of almost 9,300 active satellites making up around 65 percent of all orbiting spacecraft, not including defunct units. That number grew by more than 3,000 this year alone, launched aboard 121 separate SpaceX missions — around one every three days.
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New pennies might not be entering circulation, but the ones you have are still usable.
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Amazon's new Alexa Greetings lets Alexa handle conversations at your Ring doorbell, responding to deliveries, visitors, and sales pitches automatically.
The post Amazon Adds Conversational AI to Ring Doorbells With Alexa Greetings appeared first on eWEEK.
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Whichever company can produce a viable crew lander first will win the Artemis 3 contract, NASA's new chief says.
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Here are all the latest iPhone features, what could land on your phone next and everything in between.
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Getting rid of food stains from a dirty microwave is no longer a difficult task. Here's how to easily clean this handy kitchen appliance.
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Remember back in September when President Donald Trump signed an executive order that seemingly finalized some of the terms of a deal to spin off TikTok's US business? Three months later, that same deal is apparently one step closer to being official.
According to Bloomberg, TikTok CEO Shou Chew told employees that TikTok and ByteDance had signed off the agreement for control of TikTok's US business. It sounds like terms of the deal are roughly the same as what Trump announced earlier this year. A group of US investors, including Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX will control a majority of the new entity while ByteDance will keep a smaller stake in the venture.
According to Chew's memo, the deal is expected to close January 22, 2026. "Upon the closing, the US joint venture, built on the foundation of the current TikTok US Data Security (USDS) organization, will operate as an independent entity with authority over US data protection, algorithm security, content moderation and software assurance," he wrote according to Bloomberg. TikTok didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.
Notably, it's still not clear where Chinese officials stand on the deal. Trump said back in September that China was "fully on board," but subsequent meetings between the two sides have so far produced vague statements. In October, China's Commerce Ministry said it would "work with the U.S. to properly resolve i
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There are many things you shouldn't ask ChatGPT to do for you. But these prompts bring out the AI chatbot's good side.
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Our panel of experts determines the most influential and best technology of 2025, from Google's Nano Banana AI editor to the latest in smart glasses and home robotics. We dive deep into the practical uses of AI in photography, the evolution of wearable tech, and why simple camera upgrades on the iPhone 17 are changing the game.
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 Since the AirPods Pro 3 launched, there have been complaints from users who have noticed a static-like sound or a crackling issue when using the earbuds, particularly when Active Noise Cancellation is on but no media is playing. Users have also run into strange high-pitched whistling sounds that happen intermittently.
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No other streamer does sci-fi like Apple TV.
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Trump Media just announced a $6 billion deal with an Alphabet-backed outfit that would create one of the first publicly traded fusion companies.
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If you're like me, it's probably been a hot minute since you've used or even thought of Meetup. Predating both Facebook and Twitter, the website, which was designed to help people organize in-person events, has changed hands a handful of times in recent years.
In 2017, founder Scott Heiferman sold it to WeWork, which offloaded it a few years later before declaring bankruptcy in 2023. As of 2024, Bending Spoons, the Italian tech company that's probably best known for buying Evernote in 2022, has been running Meetup.
In the aftermath of the pandemic, the platform has seen something of resurgence. As of late 2025, Gen Z and young Millennials make up 40 percent of Meetup's active user base and represent its most engaged group of users. This year, the app has also seen a 20 percent year-over-year increase in new registrations. Going into 2026, Bending Spoons is hoping to build on that momentum with a redesign of Meetup's mobile app.
The new interface, which starts rolling out today, brings the Android and iOS app inline with Meetup's recently redesigned website. Across the application, users can expect updated fonts, new more colorful icons and better spacing. The goal of the redesign is to make the app "vibrant, fun and more modern than before," says Chiara Vivaldi, Meetup's product lead. She adds the redesigned app retains all the key features found in the previous version, while making those easier to find. For instance, users can access their profile and groups directly from the homepage of the app.
Beyond making Meetup feel more modern, Bending Spoon is using the redesign to cement the groundwork for a series of improvements it plans to r
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The Doggfather and Kelly Clarkson are part of the day's performances.
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We found the best protein powders that won't make your shake taste like drywall.
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Did you get INBOX? What about EDIFY? Plus: The New York Times has a sort of Spotify Wrapped for Wordle players.
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The new features lets your Ring doorbell greet and chat with visitors at your front door.
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 Apple in macOS Tahoe 26.2 introduced Edge Light, a clever new feature that turns your Mac's display into a virtual ring light during video calls. Instead of fumbling with external lighting equipment, your Mac can now illuminate your face automatically when you're sitting in a dark room.
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Don't know what to watch? Dig through these Netflix movie picks that span every genre.
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Add these vitamins and minerals to your daily supplements.
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Secret Santa gift exchanges are supposed to be fun, but it's easy to overthink it. You want a gift that feels thoughtful without being awkward, useful without being boring, and most importantly, affordable. The sweet spot is under $50, which is plenty to find something that fits your recipient's personality. Whether you're buying for a co-worker you only chat with at the coffee machine, a friend who already has everything or a cousin who never gives you ideas, there are clever options that will make them smile. These picks prove you don't need to spend big to win at Secret Santa.
Best Secret Santa gift ideas
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Get perfect hard-boiled eggs every time when you choose your air fryer over your stove.
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 RV designs like the retract-a-chassis Touchdown trailer from Dutch innovator Expandable are awe-inspiring in and of themselves. But they're even more so when built to task.
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Conventional power strips suck because they have lined-up outlets, meaning your chunkier plugs and adapters get in the way of each other and sometimes even cover up neighboring outlets. But with this one, the six AC outlets are spaced out and oriented away from each so your plugs never collide or overlap. That's plenty for all your devices, monitors, PCs, accessories, and whatever else needs tethered power.
But what takes this power strip a step further is the inclusion of two USB-A and two USB-C ports along the bottom edge, allowing you to charge your phones, tablets, laptops, earbuds, etc. without taking up valuable AC outlet vacancies. (The USB-C ports deliver up to 20W and the USB-A ports up to 12W, so they aren't blazingly fast but fast enough.)
Other nice details include the 5-foot power cable so you can position this almost anywhere, the flat profile plug that easily reaches behind furniture, and a built-in 8-point safety system to protect your devices from surges, short circuits, excess heat, overloads, fires, and more.
This is a pretty crazy get for just $19.99, allowing you to streamline your charging station setup for years to come. Get this 10-in-1 Anker power strip on sale while you can before this deal expires!
Save on Anker's 10-in-
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Are you searching for an ecomerce platform to help you build an online store and sell products?
In this Sellfy review, we'll talk about how this eCommerce platform can let you sell digital products while keeping full control of your marketing.
And the best part? Starting your business can be done in just five minutes.
Let us then talk about the Sellfy platform and all the benefits it can bring to your business.
What is Sellfy?Sellfy is an eCommerce solution that allows digital content creators, including writers, illustrators, designers, musicians, and filmmakers, to sell their products online. Sell
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Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are the most popular digital assets today, capturing the attention of cryptocurrency investors, whales and people from around the world. People find it amazing that some users spend thousands or millions of dollars on a single NFT-based image of a monkey or other token, but you can simply take a screenshot for free. So here we share some freuently asked question about NFTs.
1) What is an NFT?NFT stands for non-fungible token, which is a cryptographic token on a blockchain with unique identification codes that distinguish it from other tokens. NFTs are unique and not interchangeable, which means no two NFTs are the same. NFTs can be a unique artwork, GIF, Images, videos, Audio album. in-game items, collectibles etc.
2) What is Blockchain?
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