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Get a one-year subscription to Microsoft 365 at a big discount right now. StackSocial If you’ve recently upgraded your laptop, you may have suddenly found yourself without access to Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and the rest of Microsoft’s near-necessary software. And since Microsoft switched from the traditional Office suite to a Microsoft 365 subscription service, it’s become more expensive to access those programs. But right now, Microsoft partner StackSocial is offering a one-year subscription to…

A silent mouse is the perfect instrument for disturbance-free computing, whether you are working, studying, and watching DIY videos. But without having tried them all for yourself, it can be hard to know what silent mouse works best for your lifestyle and your needs.  Also: These 5 gadgets leveled up my work-from-home setup That’s why we’ve tested some exceptionally quiet mouse options. These aren’t as fashion-forward as high-end productivity or gaming mice, but that’s by…

Eoneren/Getty Images Developers, rejoice: You’ll soon be able to use several new large language models (LLMs) in GitHub Copilot, the company’s coding assistant. On Tuesday at its annual GitHub Universe conference, the Microsoft subsidiary announced support for four new LLMs in Copilot: Claude 3.5 Sonnet, Gemini 1.5 Pro, and OpenAI’s o1-preview alongside o1-mini. The OpenAI models are available now in Copilot Chat, with Claude 3.5 Sonnet up next, followed by Gemini 1.5 Pro “in the coming weeks,” according to the…

Your iPad is an investment, and you should protect it. A screen protector is the best way to keep your iPad free from scratches, chips, and the dreaded spiderweb shatter. Our experts tested an extensive list of iPad screen protectors to help you choose the best for your needs. These will give you peace of mind while looking natural on your iPad, and if you’re thinking of gifting someone an iPad this year, don’t forget…

Stack Social If you live near a BJ’s Wholesale Club and have been thinking about buying a membership, now is a great time: New members can buy an annual membership for just $20 (reg. $55) through this Stack Social deal — saving you 63%. Not only that, if you sign up through this deal, you’ll get a $20 store credit reward back when you spend $60 in your first 30 days — essentially making your…

Galeanu Mihai/Getty Images The digital economy has maintained a 17.7% share of GDP in Singapore, where small and midsize businesses (SMBs) as well as artificial intelligence (AI) are predicted to play key roles in fueling growth. The nation’s digital economy contributed SG$113 billion ($85.31 billion) to last year’s GDP, accounting for SG$1 of every SG$6, according to the latest stats released by industry regulator Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA).  Clocking a compound annual growth rate…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Apple officially revealed the M4 MacBook series earlier today, but in the shadow of this announcement is other news that’s arguably just as important. The company has increased the base memory of its M2 and M3 MacBook Air models to 16GB of RAM. The best part? The starting price for these laptops remains $999. Also: Apple MacBook Air (M2, 2022) review: Sleeker, faster – and more expensive The tech giant will not charge extra…

The leaves are changing colors and already the stores are putting up decorations for the holiday season. It’s an ideal time to think about protecting your iPad. Our experts have tested iPad keyboard cases to ensure you get the most value out of them. Need sturdy protection? We found the perfect case. Looking for something with a sleek design? No problem, we tested one. Want to replace your laptop with an iPad? There’s even a…

Fall is here and the holiday season is around the corner, making it the perfect time to outfit your iPad Air with a new case. A good case can protect your iPad Air from falls and scratches. It can also enhance its functionality thanks to features like keyboards, magnetic stands, and more. Finding the best case for your needs can be a little daunting, however.  Review: iPad Air (2024): Apple’s M2 tablet is even better than…

Get a Babbel lifetime language subscription at a big discount right now.  StackSocial Learning a new language can be daunting. But right now, you can buy a lifetime subscription to Babbel Language Learning from Stack Social that lets you choose from 14 languages and access more than 10,000 hours of online language education for $180 — that’s 69% off.  Not everyone has the time or resources to study a brand-new language. Babbel keeps you organized with…