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These RayNeo XR glasses effectively replaced my TV with HDR support – and they’re on sale

The RayNeo Air 4 Pro make for a great first pair of XR glasses, based on our tests. And they just got their first big discount.

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I’ve tested every MacBook Air in recent years – here’s why the time to upgrade is now

The MacBook Air M5 marks a logical upgrade point for older Mac users or PC refugees ditching Windows.

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These 20 award-winning tech products are on sale (but we’d pay full price)

Some ZDNET-approved, award-winning tech is on sale during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. Don’t miss these offers on products we love.

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This iPhone charger from Anker comes with a nifty smart display – and it’s on sale

Anker’s Nano 45W Smart Display charger displays the device’s battery status. During Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, it’s 30% off.

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Iranian Hackers Breached Kash Patel’s Email—but Not the FBI’s

Iranian Hackers Breached Kash Patel’s Email—but Not the FBI’s

Plus: Apple makes big claims about the effectiveness of its Lockdown Mode anti-spyware feature, Russia moves to implement homegrown encryption for 5G, and more.

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Best Buy is selling last year’s LG OLED TV for 50% off right now – and I highly recommend it

The LG B5 is a more affordable OLED option, offering the same signature picture quality as its flagship sibling at a fraction of the price.

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Google Sets 2029 Deadline as Quantum Computers Threaten Encryption

Google fast-tracks post-quantum cryptography with a 2029 deadline as researchers warn quantum computers could break current encryption sooner than expected.

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European Commission confirms cyberattack after hackers claim data breach 

The European Union’s top executive body has confirmed a cyberattack after hackers reportedly stole reams of data from the European Commission’s cloud storage.

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China Upgrades the Backdoor It Uses to Spy on Telcos Globally

China Upgrades the Backdoor It Uses to Spy on Telcos Globally

Chinese APT Red Menshen’s super-advanced BPFdoor malware defeats traditional cybersecurity protections. All telcos can do, really, is try hunting it down.

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Iranian hackers claim breach of FBI director Kash Patel’s personal email account

Handala, a pro-Iranian hacking group allegedly working for Iran’s government, published emails it said were taken from the Gmail account of FBI director Kash Patel.

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