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‘TikTok, we mean business’: MrBeast is bidding for the beleaguered app

“Okay fine, I’ll buy TikTok so it doesn’t get banned,” MrBeast posted on X on January 13. Turns out, he wasn’t kidding. Jimmy Donaldson, known to his 347 million YouTube subscribers as MrBeast, has officially joined a bid to acquire TikTok’s U.S. operations.

Days after his initial X post, Donaldson shared a TikTok video again teasing his int

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 phones are—you guessed it—all-in on AI

Here’s a surprising statistic Samsung uses to explain the overwhelming AI focus in its new Galaxy S25 phones: According to customer surveys, AI features are the second-largest factor in peoples’ purchase decisions.

Maybe that’s because people want to see what the hype is about, or because they’ve been adopting AI tools like ChatGPT or Google Gemini and want easier access to them. Or maybe it’s because Samsung lumps a bunch of other desirable features—l

ByteDance releases new AI reasoning model in a bid to challenge OpenAI

TikTok owner ByteDance on Wednesday released an update to its flagship AI model aimed at challenging Microsoft-backed OpenAI’s latest reasoning model products, as

Remove Stubborn Stains From Your Coffee Mug With These 5 Tricks

When you look into your favorite mug and see the coffee stains from all the use it gets, don't worry. You can clean those stains out by following these methods. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/remove-stubborn-stains-from-your-coffee-mug-these-5-tricks/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Best Lightweight Laptop for 2025

Looking for an ultralight ultraportable? These are our favorite lightweight laptops, tested and reviewed by CNET's computer experts. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/best-lightweight-laptop/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Hands-On: A Bigger Screen and More AI video

Samsung's top-tier Galaxy S device gets a slightly larger 6.9-inch display and a wave of new AI features meant to streamline tasks on your phone. https://www.cnet.com/videos/samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra-hands-on-a-bigger-screen-and-more-ai/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Hands On: Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus Are More of the Same, With AI Hogging the Spotlight

Samsung's new Galaxy phones look identical to the Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus, but you'll have to go beyond appearances to unlock the biggest changes. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/hands-on-galaxy-s25-and-s25-plus-are-more-of-the-same-with-ai-hogging-the-spotlight/#ftag=CADf328eec

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The Galaxy S25's Big Reveal Is Now. How to Watch Samsung Unpacked 2025

Samsung Unpacked is here. Get a first look at the Galaxy S25 and learn about exciting AI advancements. Streaming details and event highlights inside. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/the-galaxy-s25s-big-reveal-is-now-how-to-watch-samsung-unpacked-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Everything new on Max in February 2025

It's a new month, and Max's February 2025 schedule proves that the platform isn't playing around when it comes to new titles. Here's everything new on Max in February 2025.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/hbo-max/everything-new-on-max-in-february-2025

 Samsung Galaxy S25 launch live – Galaxy Unpacked 2025 is go!

The first Samsung Galaxy Unpacked of 2025 will see the launch of the Galaxy S25 range and new AI features.

https://www.techradar.com/news/live/samsung-galaxy-s25-launch-live

 Samsung's Galaxy S25 phones offer a big performance boost and even more AI

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S25 series of smartphones during the Samsung Unpacked livestream today. The line includes the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra flagship smartphones.

https://www.laptopmag.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-s25-utlra-plus-price-release-date-specs-ai

 Microsoft loses OpenAI exclusive cloud provider status to $500 billion Stargate project — as the ChatGPT maker races to hoist the AGI flag first

OpenAI's $500 billion investment in computing infrastructure changes its relationship with Microsoft. The tech giant will no longer be the ChatGPT maker's exclusive cloud partner for its sophisticated AI advances.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsoft-loses-openai-exclusive-cloud-provider-status-to-500-billion-stargate-project

 Samsung Galaxy S25 features leak ahead of Unpacked 2025 with Agentic AI taking center stage

Veteran tipster Evan Blass recently revealed some information about the upcoming lineup of Samsung phones, including a new Night mode for videos, Audio Eraser, and revamped Google Gemini.

https://www.windowscentral.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-s25-features-leak-agentic-ai

Nvidia says its new RTX 50 cards won’t melt power plugs this time
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Turn any USB-C port into HDMI with this cheap $12 adapter
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This Core i7 mini PC with 32GB of RAM is an absurdly cheap $410
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Grab this fast 1TB SanDisk microSD card for 49% off while you can
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 MSI MAG A550BN PSU Review

The MSI MAG A550BN PSU offers a budget-friendly, reliable solution for entry-level builds.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/power-supplies/msi-mag-a550bn-psu-review

YouTube Premium adds 256kbps audio 'experiment' for  music videos

YouTube is rolling out new perks for paying users, starting with the ability to switch on more than one experiment. If you're paying for a Premium subscription, you can test out the video streaming service's experimental features by going to youtube.com/new. It was on

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Netflix raises subscription praises again, with its Standard plan now costing $18 per month

Netflix’s earnings report for the fourth quarter of 2024 recently dropped. While results like an operating income of more than $10 billion and a 16 percent revenue increase seem to be good news for the company's shareholders, Netflix users won’t be so fortunate. Subscription prices are going up yet again, starting today.

The Standard plan with ads is inching up from $7 to $8 a month, while the ad-free version

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Former Amazon Executive to run UK's antitrust agency

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (MCA), a watchdog agency which has repeatedly probed Amazon's business dealings, will now be run by former Amazon executive Doug Gurr. — that makes sense, right? Gurr will serve as interim chair "in a bid to boost growth and support the economy. "The decision comes alongside reports that the UK government ousted former chair, M

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Keychron mechanical keyboards are up to 63 percent off right now

The clickety-clacking sounds of mechanical keyboards are satisfying for a lot of people, even if the prices of many such devices may not be. So it’s nice to see some discounts of up to 63 percent on

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Here's a look at Mike Mignola’s new book set in a macabre, folklore-inspired universe

Mike Mignola, the creator of Hellboy, has been cooking up a whole new fantasy universe, and the first book set in it is out now. Bowling with Corpses and Other Strange Tales From Lands Unknown, is an anthology that reads like a collection of myths and folklore. The stories are macabre with a touch of whimsy (as in, occasional animal narrators), ranging from a boy’s bizarre adventure after he becomes the unexpected wielder of a powerful dead hand, to the creation of the world and gods

1mo | Engadget
Netflix Has a New Extra Member Option With Ads

The offering allows you to stream Netflix with commercials for $1 less than the Standard with Ads plan. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/netflix-has-a-new-extra-member-option-with-ads/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
iPhone 17 Rumors Point to a Camera Bar on the Rear

Rumors suggest that at least some of Apple's next iPhone models could include a camera bar similar to the one on Google's Pixel phones. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-17-rumors-point-to-a-camera-bar-on-the-rear/#ftag=CADf328eec

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Scammers Want to Cash In on Wildfire Relief: Here's How to Avoid Them

The many charities and reliefs efforts arising to help victims of the Southern California wildfires have become targets for scams. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/scammers-want-to-cash-in-on-wildfire-relief-heres-how-to-avoid-them/#ftag=CADf328eec

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 Mac users targeted with new malware, so be on your guard

A new malicious campaign was recently spotted on Google's ad network targeting Mac users with Amos infostealer.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/mac-users-targeted-with-new-malware-so-be-on-your-guard

 Quick thinking: snap decisions in the era of real-time analytics

Rather than compromise and slow down the decision-making process, business leaders need real-time data to inform and complement their gut feel

https://www.techradar.com/pro/quick-thinking-snap-decisions-in-the-era-of-real-time-analytics

 Leak: Samsung's Galaxy S25 may go all in on AI summaries

We'll have the official word from Samsung on Wednesday, but this leak outlines a major focus on AI summaries.

https://www.laptopmag.com/phones/android-phones/samsung-unpacked-january-2025-leaked-marketing-images

 Review: 'Final Fantasy VII Rebirth' returns on PC to help define another generation in what is again one of the best RPGs of its era

FF7 Rebirth review: Certain "open world" issues aside, the game successfully threads the needle of delivering for nostalgic fans while charting a new course to the future.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/review-final-fantasy-vii-rebirth-pc

 Xbox is getting support for external hard drives even larger than 16GB soon

Members of the Xbox Insider Program can now use hard drives larger than 16GB, giving them vastly more storage space to keep even more games.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-is-getting-support-for-external-hard-drives-even-larger-than-16gb-soon

 My favorite Game Bar feature on Windows 11 is now available for everyone

Game Bar on Windows 11 now supports a preview of Game Assist. That feature places a browser in the Game Bar, allowing you to read guides and watch videos without having to switch tabs.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/my-favorite-game-bar-feature-on-windows-11-is-now-available-for-everyone

I work on a PC all day. These 8 habits help keep me healthy and sane
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Heads up! Fake VPN apps are infecting devices with dangerous malware
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I switched to Vivaldi, but sometimes a bigger browser is better
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