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Sprout iPod motherboard brings Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to old models: The Sprout replacement iPod motherboard promises Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB-C, and up to 2TB of ...

cultofmac.com/news/sprout-replacment-ipod-motherboard-bluetooth-wifi-old-ipods

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The newest ESP32 can actually run Linux, and it's getting uncomfortably close to a Raspberry Pi

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Oct 18

I read the hidden chip inside my USB-C cables, and the packaging was lying

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Oct 18

I built a recovery USB that can fix a Windows PC even when Windows won't boot

Key FactsRecovery USB aids Windows PCs that will not boot

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The author uses Ventoy with GPT and Secure Boot support to manage four ISOs on the drive.

The official Windows 11 ISO opens the recovery environment without relying on files stored on the damaged drive.

Hiren’s BootCD PE starts a desktop with network drivers, enabling file backups and drive checks.

Rescuezilla creates images, while SystemRescue examines damaged partitions and can copy readable data from failing drives.

Never let your machine reach a place where your mind hasn't reached first.
— Abhinav, author of the article, applying aviation-derived wisdom to PC recovery.

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Oct 14

USB 3.0 is quietly breaking your Wi-Fi, and Intel warned everyone years ago: It can even interfere with your wireless mouse, keyboard, headphones ...

xda-developers.com/usb-3-0-breaking-wi-fi-intel-warned-years-ago/

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The Verge

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Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Ultra has Magnetic Connect, “the world’s first built-in magnetic USB-C charging.” It snaps into a regular USB-C port on the ... Show more

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Key FactsMicrosoft starts Surface Laptop Ultra preorders

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The 15-inch laptop contains an Nvidia AI chip, starts at $2,599 and weighs 4.4 pounds.

According to Microsoft, it has the world's first magnetic USB-C port plus two other standard USB-C ports.

The device can provide up to 128 gigabytes of unified memory and up to one petaflop of computing power.

Developers can run AI-coding requests locally or in the cloud and confine agents to Microsoft Execution Containers.

"I think today is the day we'll start talking and thinking about the frontier ecosystem taking maybe slightly different contours two years from now, five years from now, 10 years from now," Nadella said at the event. "That classic edge that distributed computing will always remain distributed will be more true."— Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, at the Surface Laptop Ultra event in San Francisco

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Oct 12

I’ll never install USB wall outlets in my home, and there are good reasons why: USB wall outlets seem like an elegant solution, but in reality ...

xda-developers.com/ill-never-install-usb-wall-outlets-in-my-home-theres-good-reason-why/

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Oct 11

I lost my old laptop's barrel charger, so I added USB-C charging for less than $10

xda-developers.com/old-laptop-usb-c-charging/

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Oct 16

I put my Zigbee coordinator on a USB extension cable, and half my flaky sensors started working

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Windows 11 KB5127648 ISO now available for USB install via official Microsoft tool. ^P Media Creation Tool now serves latest Windows 11 26H2 October Patch ... Show more

Windows 11 KB5127648 ISO now available for USB install via official Microsoft tool

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The first true magnetic USB-C port? Microsoft says the Surface Laptop Ultra has one, and it's strong enough the cable practically plugs itself in! It uses ... Show more

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I went back to a plain USB cable for Android Auto, and I don't miss wireless one bit

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Oct 17

Windows treats your desktop like a laptop by default, and it's been putting your USB devices to sleep

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Oct 18

Sound cards are pointless for most people, but there's one reason I still put one in every build

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Cult of Mac Oct 13

Huge breakthroughs: And not just Apple's new smart home hub.

newsletters.cultofmac.com/p/huge-breakthroughs

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Oct 15

Thunderbolt on your desktop isn't a luxury — it's hiding in your motherboard's fine print

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I used a free tool to control an Android phone with a malfunctioning screen, and it's a lifesaver for recovery

xda-developers.com/recover-data-from-old-phone-with-unresponsive-display/

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Your first ESP32 should be the S3, not the board everyone recommends

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4 ESP32 projects that need nothing more than the board and a USB cable

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Oct 15

Apple's Wall-Mounted HomeView Ships Without a Power Adapter: Apple's wall-mounted HomeView will ship without a power adapter, USB-C cable, or mount ...

macrumors.com/2026/10/15/wall-mounted-homeview-ships-without-power-adapter/

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Oct 17

Just $188 for a compact Ryzen mini PC that works as a desktop, media center, or part of a home lab

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3 clever uses for a USB-C dock that aren't obvious: You cannot un-see these again

xda-developers.com/3-clever-uses-for-a-usb-c-dock-that-arent-obvious/

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Oct 15

I turned my old Pixel into a USB webcam without installing a single app: A hidden feature worth knowing about.

xda-developers.com/turned-my-old-pixel-into-usb-webcam-without-installing-single-app/

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Oct 16

You've never seen a KVM like this, and you'll wonder why you didn't buy one sooner

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Apple TV 4K - Technical Specifications: View all technical specifications for Apple TV 4K.

apple.com/apple-tv-4k/specs/

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‘If I die, give them the USB’ - father claims to have information on Sibiya, Matlala and senior officials

iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/2026-10-07-if-i-die-give-them-the-usb-father-claims-to-have-information-on-sibiya-matlala-and-senior-officials/

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4 small network tools I keep on a USB stick for quick troubleshooting and fixes: The USB stick that never leaves my backpack

xda-developers.com/4-small-network-tools-i-keep-on-a-usb-stick-for-quick-troubleshooting-and-fixes/

Key FactsFour Network Tools Kept on a USB Drive

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Wireshark Portable captures and analyzes data packets to identify network congestion and suspicious activity; it requires no installation.

Nmap lists connected devices, open ports, and running services, while also checking whether remote servers are reachable.

DNS Jumper quickly tests and switches among multiple DNS servers, including Cloudflare’s 1.1.1.1 and Google DNS, to investigate loading problems.

NetResView displays computers, printers, IoT devices, and shared files or folders on the local network, while checking access permissions.

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Oct 16

5 things I 3D printed for my home lab that fixed problems I'd been living with

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Caschys Blog Oct 16

Installment purchase: Stricter credit law applies from November 20, 2026: From November 20, 2026, stricter regulations for installment purchases ...

stadt-bremerhaven.de/ratenkauf-ab-dem-20-november-2026-greift-das-verschaerfte-kreditrecht/

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UGREEN USB-C Docking Station Just Got Cheaper Than Prime Day on Amazon, and It Even Has Two HDMI Ports

gizmodo.com/ugreen-usb-c-docking-station-just-got-cheaper-than-prime-day-on-amazon-and-it-even-has-two-hdmi-ports-2000825064

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Microsoft releases official Windows 11 26H2 ISO downloads for USB install. ^P

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Oct 17

Transform your laptop into a beastly workstation with this 12-in-1 dock that's just $42

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Oct 09

My old Samsung Galaxy phone is now a desktop PC thanks to DeX, and I use it every day

xda-developers.com/dex-makes-old-samsung-galaxy-phone-a-desktop-pc/

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Windows 11 KB5127648 ISO now available for USB install via official Microsoft tool

neowin.net/news/windows-11-kb5127648-iso-now-available-for-usb-install-via-official-microsoft-tool/

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9to5google.com Oct 10

Why did it take so long for someone to make a magnetic USB-C port? [Video]: In launching its new Surface Laptop Ultra this week, Microsoft showed off its ...

9to5google.com/2026/10/08/microsoft-surface-laptop-ultra-magnetic-usb-c/

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Oct 13

This mini PC with a 5.7-inch touchscreen drops to $480: An all-in-one solution at a great price

xda-developers.com/this-mini-pc-with-a-screen-is-just-480/

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dlvr.it Oct 15

US Air Force pilots used malware-laden USB drives to plan Afghanistan missions: The term military intelligence seems like an oxymoron in this case

theregister.com/security/2026/10/15/us-air-force-pilots-used-malware-laden-usb-drives-to-plan-afghanistan-missions/5303156

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Engadget

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Oct 07

We're just watching this on repeat #Microsoft #USB #SurfaceLaptopUltra

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Notebookcheck Oct 14

Apple iPod gets USB-C, Bluetooth and music streaming with Sprout upgrade kit: The Apple iPod and iPod Mini get a new lease on life with the Sprout Pi mainboard ...

notebookcheck.net/1424299.html

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Windows 11: Mouse stuttering fixed, USB audio remains defective: With the October Patch Tuesday, Microsoft fixed a bug that could cause stuttering mouse input in ...

pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Windows-11-oktober-update-mausruckler-usb-audio-kb5127648-1556695/

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Oct 12

USB4 promises 40Gbps speeds, but one BIOS toggle quietly turned it into USB 3 without telling me

xda-developers.com/usb4-pcie-tunneling-bios-setting/

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Engadget

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Oct 13

That old DSLR can often become a much better webcam with USB support or clean HDMI, saving you from buying new gear.

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Oct 06

An ESP32-S3 can pretend to be a "normal" USB device, and it's one of the most useful tricks it can pull

xda-developers.com/an-esp32-s3-can-pretend-to-be-a-normal-usb-device-and-its-one-of-the-most-useful-tricks-it-can-pull/

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Microsoft not a fan of ReFS on removable media, hardening Windows 11 against it. ^P Starting with Oct Patch Tuesday KB5127648 KB5127646 ... Show more

Microsoft not a fan of ReFS on removable media, hardening Windows 11 against it

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Is it time to upgrade your portable music setup? 🔊 With up to 24 hours of playback, an IP67 waterproof rating, and fast USB-C charging ... Show more

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Caschys Blog Oct 09

Scalable Capital launches fee-free retirement savings account: The neobroker Scalable Capital is already presenting its fee-free retirement savings account ...

stadt-bremerhaven.de/scalable-capital-startet-gebuehrenfreies-altersvorsorgedepot/

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Wccftech Oct 05

JGINYUE Crams AMD’s B650 Chipset Onto A $58 PCIe Card With Four M.2 Slots And 10 Gbps USB-C Port

wccftech.com/jginyue-launches-b650-aic-with-10-gbps-usb-c-for-just-58/

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Caschys Blog Oct 10

Atari THE 800XL: Re-release of the 8-bit home computer announced: Atari, in collaboration with Retro Games Ltd. and PLAION REPLAI, is launching a modern ...

stadt-bremerhaven.de/atari-the-800xl-neuauflage-des-8-bit-heimcomputers-angekuendigt/

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Caschys Blog Oct 08

Green electricity provider shuts down: The green electricity provider grüüün will discontinue its nationwide service for end consumers on October 31, 2026 ...

stadt-bremerhaven.de/grueueuen-stromanbieter-macht-dicht/

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Oct 07

Here's why your Plex server feels slow even on Ethernet, and a $10 fix is the answer

xda-developers.com/your-plex-server-feels-slow-on-ethernet-cheap-fix/

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Daily Deals: Intensively researched, hassle-free deals on Wirecutter picks and recommendations from our editorial experts.

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Caschys Blog Oct 10

Google: New generation of Google TV streamer with microphones and presence detection in development

stadt-bremerhaven.de/google-neue-generation-des-google-tv-streamer-mit-mikrofonen-und-praesenzerkennung-in-arbeit/

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Caschys Blog Oct 08

At Allspark! Steven Spielberg takes the helm on Transformers 8: Steven Spielberg is not only listed as an executive producer on the eighth Transformers film ...

stadt-bremerhaven.de/beim-allspark-steven-spielberg-uebernimmt-das-ruder-bei-transformers-8/

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Engadget

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Oct 07

Your Phone's USB-C Port Does A Lot More Than Just Charge - Here's What Else It Can Do If you thought your phone's charge port was just for ... Show more

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Mashable Oct 09

Microsoft created a magnetic USB-C port, and you need to see it for yourself: It's like MagSafe, but not.

mashable.com/tech/microsoft-surface-laptop-ultra-magnetic-usb-c-port

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Your first ESP32 should be the S3, not the board everyone recommends: The ESP32-S3 is just that good for beginners

xda-developers.com/your-first-esp32-should-be-the-s3-not-the-board-everyone-recommends/

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Basler Zeitung

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The USB (University Hospital of Basel) is reducing the weekly working hours for assistant physicians from 46 to 45 hours. A first step against the shortage of ... Show more

University Hospital Basel: Assistant physicians will work fewer hours from 2027 | Basler Zeitung

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Caschys Blog Oct 08

Windows App: Direct Remote PC Connections Now Available for Everyone: Microsoft has officially made support for direct remote PC connections in the Windows App ...

stadt-bremerhaven.de/windows-app-direkte-remote-pc-verbindungen-ab-sofort-fuer-alle-verfuegbar/

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Turn Your Vehicle's Wired CarPlay Into Wireless CarPlay: Twelve South, a well-known accessory maker for Apple products, has released a new AirFly Drive accessory ...

macrumors.com/2026/10/07/turn-wired-apple-carplay-into-wireless-carplay/

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Portable Bluetooth CD player has a glow-in-the-dark transparent green finish, modern features — new limited edition has USB-C, Bluetooth 5.3 ...

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An old phone and a $10 DAC turned my dumb stereo into the best speaker I own: I paired an old Android phone with a $10 DAC and my 18-year-old speakers finally ...

xda-developers.com/usb-dac-android-phone-old-speakers-streaming/

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The Swiss army knife of USB docking DVD drives is on sale, also available with built-in M.2 SSD slot or SATA hard drive dock — $28 for DVD writer and hub ...

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Sep 29

Your motherboard still has a header that no one has needed since 2005, but there's a reason why

xda-developers.com/no-one-has-needed-this-motherboard-header-since-2005/

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Sep 28

A Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W turned my old speakers into the best kitchen audio setup: A Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W and a USB DAC transformed a decades-old Hi-Fi into a ...

xda-developers.com/raspberry-pi-zero-2-w-turned-old-speakers-into-best-sounding-thing/

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Engadget

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Sep 30

Stop Wasting Your Wi-Fi Router's USB Port - Try This Instead If you want to get the most out of your router, the USB port is a handy way to set up a ... Show more

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Bose Goes Old-School With $99 Wired Earbuds: To tap growing interest in wired headphones, the Bose Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds connect over USB-C. 'No pairing ...

uk.pcmag.com/headphones/167536/bose-goes-old-school-with-99-wired-earbuds

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Engadget

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Oct 04

How Getting Rid Of Some USB Gadgets Can Improve Your Bad Wi-Fi: A bit of decluttering can go a long way toward improving your Wi-Fi.

engadget.com/2273916/removing-some-usb-gadgets-improve-wifi/

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t3n.de Sep 29

No battery, with noise cancellation: Bose launches new wired in-ear headphones.: No charging, no Bluetooth pairing: Bose is selling wired earbuds again for the ...

t3n.de/news/ohne-akku-mit-geraeuschunterdrueckung-bose-bringt-neue-kabelgebundene-in-ears-1765535/

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Sep 26

I gave my Raspberry Pi a USB SSD instead of a microSD card, and performance gains weren't the only benefit

xda-developers.com/i-gave-my-raspberry-pi-a-usb-boot-drive-instead-of-a-microsd-card/

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Caschys Blog Sep 30

OpenClaw Enterprise: Control Center for AI Agents in Companies: The OpenClaw Foundation has introduced OpenClaw Enterprise (OCE). The platform is designed to ...

stadt-bremerhaven.de/openclaw-enterprise-steuerzentrale-fuer-ki-agenten-in-unternehmen/

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Engadget

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Oct 03

How Apple's Thunderbolt Ports Are Different From USB-C: Thunderbolt has better guaranteed capabilities than regular USB-C ports, but standard connectors can have ...

engadget.com/2273335/apple-thunderbolt-ports-different-from-usb-c/

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Sep 30

I stopped wasting my home server's USB ports on external drives, and now they actually do something useful

xda-developers.com/i-stopped-wasting-my-home-servers-usb-ports-on-external-drives/

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OpinionAfter vinyl records and CDs, even cables are now making a comeback in the audio world - | and they're more practical than ever.

gamestar.de/artikel/bose-kabelgebundene-in-ear,3460339.html

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Intel Core Ultra 400: USB4 2.0 & PCIe 5.0 officially certified.: According to database entries at USB-IF and PCI-SIG, CPUs and PCHs of the upcoming Intel ...

pcgameshardware.de/Nova-Lake-S-Codename-285922/News/Core-Ultra-400-USB-und-PCIe-5-zertifiziert-1555370/

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Caschys Blog Sep 30

VW ID: Tiguan: E-SUV will be launched in early 2027: Volkswagen (VW) is also bringing its Tiguan brand into the all-electric age. The ID ...

stadt-bremerhaven.de/vw-id-tiguan-e-suv-kommt-anfang-2027-auf-den-markt/

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PC World

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Sep 29

14 clever USB-C gadgets I’d actually keep in my tech drawer: By the end, you'll wonder why you didn't already have these nifty USB-C gadgets.

pcworld.com/article/2779758/14-clever-usb-c-gadgets-id-actually-keep-in-my-tech-drawer.html

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Digital Trends

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Bose jumps back into wired earbuds with ANC and 24-bit audio: Bose has launched new USB-C wired earbuds with active noise cancellation, low-latency audio ...

digitaltrends.com/home-theater/bose-jumps-back-into-wired-earbuds-with-anc-and-24-bit-audio/

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Sep 29

Nvidia's Shield TV is showing its age, and fixing these key things would change everything

xda-developers.com/nvidia-shield-tv-showing-its-age-fixing-these-key-things-would-change-everything/

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Sep 28

I ditched my desktop for a MacBook, but this dock made me realize I never actually needed to choose

xda-developers.com/plugable-usb-c-dock-macbook-workstation/

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CNET

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Sep 29

As wired listening gains popularity, Bose is ready with a reasonably priced pair of earbuds with active noise canceling. They're surprisingly good ... Show more

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