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Why I still recommend this $200 Android phone in 2025 – even though it’s a year old

Engaging features make the CMF Phone 1 one of the rare budget phones I’d recommend to almost everyone. Just make sure your carrier supports it.

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A default TV setting is ruining your viewing experience – here’s the quick fix that experts recommend

Some gamers use motion smoothing to improve performance, but it can make movies and TV shows look unnatural. Here’s how to turn it off.

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Firefox Add-Ons Website Revamps Listing Pages

Firefox Add-Ons are a crucial element of this open source browser, and finding good ones that work well, important. A design change aims to help.
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What if your passkey device is stolen? How to manage risk in our passwordless future

Passkeys are stored within your device’s operating system or credential manager. So, what happens if your device falls into the wrong hands?

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First look at the iPhone 17 Pro? These public images confirm big design and camera upgrades

A series of images on X hint at a redesigned camera bar for the upcoming iPhone 17 series, in line with recent leaks and rumors.

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Verizon will give you a free Samsung flip phone right now – how to qualify for the deal

Customers who trade in an eligible phone on Verizon’s Unlimited Ultimate plan can get the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 for free.

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GNU Linux-Libre 6.16 Kernel Is Now Available for Software Freedom Lovers

GNU Linux-Libre 6.16 kernel is now available for download. This release is based on Linux kernel 6.16 and it’s targeted at those who seek 100% freedom for their personal computers.
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Even OpenAI CEO Sam Altman thinks you shouldn’t trust AI for therapy

Altman advocated for privacy protections between chatbots and users. A Stanford study offers other reasons to avoid divulging personal information.

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Distribution Release: HeliumOS 10

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. HeliumOS is an atomic and immutable distribution which is built upon AlmaLinux OS. The project has published HeliumOS 10 which uses Btrfs as the efault filesystem, zsh for the shell, and…

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Audacious 4.5 Open-Source Audio Player Adds Playback History Plugin, Winamp 2.9 Skin

Audacious 4.5 open-source media player arrives with a new Playback History plugin, Winamp 2.9 skin, improved PipeWire output plugin, and more. Here’s what’s new!
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Linux Kernel 6.16 Officially Released, This Is What’s New

Linux kernel 6.16 is now available for download with new features, enhanced hardware support through new and updated drivers, improvements to filesystems and networking, and much more. Here’s what’s new!
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Control your computer with your mind? Meta’s working on that

What if you didn’t have to touch your screen or type on a keyboard?

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This new Contacts app update solves a problem we’ve all had on Android phones

If you often struggle to recall the last time you reached out to someone, Android is about to make keeping track much simpler.

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FSF Blogs: FSD meeting recap 2025-07-25

Check out the important work our volunteers accomplished
at today’s Free Software Directory (FSD) IRC meeting.

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Why I wear this $150 smartwatch even after testing competing Samsung and Garmin models

The Amazfit Balance has proven to me that it’s worthy of being anyone’s primary smartwatch. And it’s more affordably priced than ever.

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Mowrator’s remote-controlled robot has changed the way I cut grass (and it’s on sale)

The Mowrator S1 combines the hands-on feel of a traditional mower with the ease of a robot, making lawn care surprisingly enjoyable.

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The best Samsung phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

With the full Galaxy S25 lineup and latest foldables reviewed, here’s how they stack up against Samsung’s best phones available today.

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Testing New Linux Kernels on Ubuntu is About to Get Easier

Canonical announces a new strategy for Ubuntu development releases, now offering upstream Linux kernels for earlier testing and (hopefully) better stability.
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5 ways to instantly boost your soundbar audio quality (without spending a dime)

Your soundbar might already impress, but a few quick adjustments can take its performance to the next level.

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I changed these 12 settings on my Android phone to greatly extend its battery life

Say goodbye to battery anxiety – these 12 expert tips will help you maximize your Android phone’s battery life.

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