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Nenov/Getty Images The generative AI boom might have started with the launch of ChatGPT, but the technology has now been integrated into all kinds of productivity platforms designed to make our everyday workflows easier. A fear many people have when they hear about AI use in the workplace is that the technology will replace them. However, the tools I’m talking about here won’t do the work for you — rather, they can increase your work productivity. Also:…

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET What’s the deal? Black Friday is only three weeks away, and ahead of the sale event several smartphone accessories have received substantial discounts.  Anker’s handy MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station has been reduced to $88, a $22 discount off its original price. However, only the white model is seeing the price drop. Also: The 40+ best Black Friday Amazon deals 2024: Early sales live now ZDNET’s key takeaways Anker unveiled its MagGo 3-in-1 Charging…

If you’re already experiencing problems hearing sounds around you, then it may be time for a hearing aid. Before you buy an expensive one, you may want to enlist your AirPods Pro 2 to see if they can help. Return to the AirPods settings screen and tap the link for Hearing Assistance. Read the details on this feature. If you’ve already taken the hearing test, tap the button to use the prior test result. Answer…

Cimmerian/Getty Images Over the past several years, Cash App has suffered two different data breaches — one in which a former employee downloaded user transaction reports and another in which an unauthorized person accessed user account data. A class action lawsuit alleges that Cash App was negligent in handling these breaches and didn’t properly address customer concerns. The company is paying a settlement to affected users — so if you suffered a financial loss, you…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Roku Streambar Pro is an all-in-one Roku soundbar available for $180. This device is part soundbar and part streaming stick, making using both easier than ever. Even with the sleek design, simplicity is the goal with the Roku all-in-one. Roku is a name that’s quickly become synonymous with streaming, but the company has branched out in recent years into TVs and TV accessories — including speakers and soundbars. For the most…

Don’t miss this Sam’s Club membership to save big on everything from groceries to electronics. Sam’s Club/ZDNET A Sam’s Club membership will get you discounts on groceries, clothing, electronics, and just about everything else you might need. And right now, StackSocial is offering a deal that will get you a Sam’s Club membership for $25 for the year with auto-renew — down from the usual price of $50. That’s 50% off.  Your Sam’s Club membership will…

Microsoft releases new versions of Windows at regular intervals. Each new version has a core set of features and security updates. For Windows 11, those new versions come out once a year, in the second half of the year.  So far, Microsoft has released four versions of Windows 11: 21H2, 22H2, 23H2, and 24H2. You can probably decode the naming scheme without too much effort: the release date (displayed as the year by two digits), followed by…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The NUU N10 Android phone is available now on Amazon for $99. This phone is about as impressive as it gets on a tight budget. The NUU N10 does suffer a bit of lag with animations, and the camera won’t blow you away. I’ve seen just about every type of Android phone on the market, from the suspiciously inexpensive to the ridiculously overpriced. Some of these handsets impressed me with their combination…

Cisco Secure Firewall is an exceptionally robust firewall solution with innovative features such as Snort IPS, URL filtering, and malware defense. This comprehensive offering simplifies threat protection by enforcing consistent security policies across physical, private and public cloud environments. Furthermore, it grants extensive visibility into your network infrastructure, swiftly identifying the origin and activity of potential threats. Armed with this knowledge, you can promptly stop attacks before they disrupt your operations. In addition to traditional…