Topic: digital wellbeing
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Top Products I'd Buy from CES 2026
The Consumer Electronics Show highlights practical, market-ready innovations like electric cargo bikes, moving beyond mere concepts to tangible tools for personal transportation and home tech. A transportation editor's structured digital life prioritizes essential apps and curated entertainment, ...
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I Unlocked My Google Pixel's Productivity With This Essential Tool
The author struggled with smartphone distraction on their Google Pixel, finding built-in tools like Digital Wellbeing ineffective, until discovering the Focus Friend app. Focus Friend gamifies productivity with a digital companion; successfully completing a focused work session rewards virtual cu...
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YouTube Expands AI Age Verification to More Users
YouTube is expanding AI-powered age verification to restrict underage access to mature content, causing frustration among some users due to its intrusiveness. Users flagged as potentially under 18 must verify their age via ID, selfie, or credit card or accept account limitations like blocked age-...
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Break Your YouTube Shorts Addiction
YouTube has launched a new feature allowing users to set daily time limits for watching YouTube Shorts, helping them manage screen time and avoid endless scrolling. This tool is part of YouTube's effort to promote mindful viewing and better time management, with plans to integrate it into non-dis...
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Tech Giants Vow to Prepare U.S. for AI-Driven Future
The White House hosted tech leaders to outline plans for preparing the U.S. workforce for an AI-driven future, with commitments focused on AI literacy and skills. Google is directing $150 million toward AI education and digital wellness, while Microsoft is offering free access to its AI assistant...
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Samsung's One UI 8.5 Leak Reveals 3D Icons and Liquid Glass Design
Samsung's One UI 8.5 introduces a significant visual refresh with 3D icons that appear to float above the screen, achieved through advanced shadow techniques for a liquid glass-like effect. The update includes redesigned apps with bolder elements, partial screen recording, and gradient background...
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My Favorite E-Reader Just Got a Major Upgrade
The author's preferred e-reader has been significantly upgraded with improvements in screen clarity and battery life, enhancing its appeal for digital book enthusiasts. A new senior reviewer, John Higgins, shares his iPhone setup and personal favorites, including Star Wars marathons and AI-powere...
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