Start fighting cybercrime with this online training bundle

TL;DR: The A to Z Cyber Security & IT Certification Training Bundle is on sale for £28.35 as of April 1, saving you 97% on list price.

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The world loses a massive amount of money to cybercrime, and it's expected to rise even further given the number of cybersecurity threats and attacks companies experience on the daily. From data breaches to supply chain attacks to ransomware, cybercrime is a threat that looms large over organisations big and small, public and private. It's no wonder so many of them are choosing to pour resources into beefing up their security systems.

Take this urgency to your advantage by investing in cybersecurity education, so you could play a part in serving the greater good. You can get started with the A to Z Cyber Security and IT Certification Training Bundle, which includes more than 100 hours of training straight from Mohamed Atef, senior pentester and top Security Instructor on Udemy. Read more...

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How to win a global meditation contest, two years in a row

A budding sports tournament needs a good storyline. And one character in a good sports story is an overdog — a dominant force that the rest of the sport can measure itself against, the one to beat. Think of the Green Bay Packers in the first few Super Bowls, or the Minneapolis Lakers in the 1950s NBA, or Uruguay and Italy in the early World Cups. 

And now the world of competitive meditation has its overdog. A machine of a meditator who continually amazes opponents with his unflappable calm and perfect games. Not only has he won his second March Mindfulness tournament in a row, against opponents from around the world, but he has done so despite my best efforts to mess him up by changing the entire format of the contest. Read more...

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Apple's latest Siri voice update is a baby step towards inclusivity

It looks like Apple is finally acknowledging that Siri's default female voice isn't a good look. 

According to TechCrunch, the latest public betas for iOS and iPadOS require users to select their preferred voice for Siri.

The update is currently rolling out as part of beta 6, which is the newest version of iOS and iPadOS 14.5. After downloading and installing it, users will be be instructed to choose Siri's voice. Apple also added two new voices, but they're not exactly gender neutral — one sounds feminine and the other is more masculine. 

“We’re excited to introduce two new Siri voices for English speakers and the option for Siri users to select the voice they want when they set up their device,” Apple confirmed to TechCrunch in a statement. “This is a continuation of Apple’s long-standing commitment to diversity and inclusion, and products and services that are designed to better reflect the diversity of the world we live in.” Read more...

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Tile floors have met their match in these 7 robot vacuums

When it comes to household cleaning products and devices, most folks would agree that you’d be hard-pressed to name a more revolutionary concept than the robotic vacuum — even the dishwasher doesn’t really compare to the convenience of a device that does your floors without you ever having to lift a finger.

And it’s not just the ease of use or satisfaction of watching a robot do the work for you that makes a robotic vacuum oh-so-appealing, either. Not having to worry about stress-cleaning before guests arrive, the ability to schedule cleans while you’re away from home, and even foregoing having to empty the dustbin in certain cases are all enticing benefits of upgrading to a robot vacuum — especially if you have tile floors. Read more...

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BEST BUDGET-FRIENDLY OPTION

Coredy Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Budget-friendly, efficient, and ideal for both tile flooring and carpet, this robot vacuum ticks all the right boxes when it comes to an affordable option.

• Run time per charge: 110 minutes
• App-enabled?: No
• Size: 12.8 x 12.8 x 2.7 inches

$158.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR DEALING WITH PET HAIR

Roborock S6 Pure Robot Vacuum and Mop

A dual-purpose robot floor cleaner that was made to suck up and wash away every last trace of hair, dust, and debris.

• Run time per charge: 180 minutes
• App-enabled?: Yes
• Size: 13.78 x 13.9 x 3.78 inches

$599.99 from Amazon

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BEST ROBOT MOPPING OPTION

iRobot Braava Jet M6

Keep your grout and tiles looking clean.

• Run time per charge: 150 minutes
• App-enabled?: Yes
• Size: 10 x 10.6 x 3.5 inches

$449.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR MULTI-SURFACE FLOORING

GOOVI Robot Vacuum, 2000Pa Robotic Vacuum Cleaner

The GOOVI Robot Vacuum can easily tackle dirt and debris on tile and thick carpet, which makes it a smart option for anyone who has a combination flooring at home.

• Run time per charge: 120 minutes
• App-enabled?: No
• Size: 12.75 x 12.79 x 2.81 inches

$209.68 from Amazon

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BEST FOR EASE OF USE AND MAINTENANCE

iRobot Roomba i7+

Well worth the premium price tag, the iRobot Roomba i7+ quite literally allows you to set and forget your robot vacuum for months at a time.

• Run time per charge: 75 minutes
• App-enabled?: Yes
• Size: 13.34 x 13.34 x 3.63 inches

$999.99 from Amazon

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BEST MOP AND VACUUM HYBRID

Kyvol Cybovac E31 Robot Vacuum

It sweeps, vacuums, and mops all in one go—so you really don’t have to lift a finger.

• Run time per charge: 150 minutes
• App-enabled?: Yes
• Size: 12.79 x 12.79 x 2.85 inches

$289.99 from Walmart

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BEST FOR PRECISION MAPPING

Ecovacs Deebot OZMO T5 2in1 Robot Vacuum and Mop Cleaner

Not all robot vacuums do smart mapping properly — this one does.

• Run time per charge: 180 minutes
• App-enabled?: Yes
• Size: 13.8 x 13.8 x 3.7 inches

$599.99 from Amazon

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The bizarre story behind those 'Amazon ambassadors' on Twitter

From failed attempts at sassy clapbacks to high-tech trolling, it's been a weird week for Amazon on Twitter.

Amazon got itself in some social media trouble recently as its PR twitter account tried to refute claims of its harsh treatment of workers and shift blame for taking advantage of tax loopholes. Many on Twitter weren't having it, but there were also actual non-people who joined the fray, i.e., pretty obviously troll accounts. 

You might have seen some of them around. Outwardly, at least, they're Amazon employee "ambassadors" talking about how great working for Amazon is, particularly in warehouse or delivery jobs. Except when they're not — sometimes they're fake accounts. Read more...

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Microsoft wins 10-year contract supplying AR tech to the US Army

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The best ecommerce WordPress themes for your online store

WordPress is among the world’s most popular website software options in use today — and there are good reasons for that. It’s free, open-source, and allows you to create your own website without needing to be fluent in programming languages (though if you are well-versed in them, you can definitely still use it). Plus, while WordPress was initially built as a blogging platform, numerous themes and plugins have helped it grow, and today it can be used to create a range of different kinds of websites, from blogs, to portfolios, to ecommerce sites. 

In fact, if you’re looking to build an ecommerce store, WordPress is easily one of the best platforms to use because of how dynamic, flexible, and powerful the software is. For example, Quero Shoes and Blue Star Coffee Roasters are two ecommerce sites built with WordPress.  Read more...

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BEST OVERALL THEME

Uncode

This multipurpose theme comes with a number of layout and customization options.

• Regular license: $59

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MOST VERSATILE THEME

Flatsome

This best-selling WooCommerce theme is worth the hype.

• Regular license: $59

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BEST FAST RESPONSIVE THEME

Astra

This fast-loading, customizable theme will help keep your shoppers onsite.

• Regular License: $59

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BEST VALUE THEME

Porto

A simple theme with 30 different layouts and a competitive price.

• Regular License: $35

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BEST FOR SHOPS WITH BLOGS

Shopkeeper

A great theme for a shop and blog, all-in-one.

• Regular license: $59

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BEST MOBILE-FRIENDLY THEME

WooderShop

This mobile-first theme is packed full of great ecommerce features.

• Regular license: $79

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BEST DESIGN FEATURES

Divi

With thousands of layout possibilities and numerous advanced design features, this site is perfect for creating a unique website.

• Yearly License: $89 per year
• Lifetime License: $249 (one time)

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Instagram copies another TikTok feature with 'Remix'

Instagram's new Remix feature looks a lot like the one that made TikTok so popular. 

The platform launched the Remix feature on Wednesday, which allows Instagram users to create their "own Reel next to one that already exists." It's very similar to TikTok's Duet function, which allows users to, well, duet an already existing video on the app. The wildly popular feature facilitated trends like the viral sea shanty harmonies that took over the internet earlier this year. 

With Instagram's Remix function, which users can access by tapping on the three dot menu of the Reel they want to remix, creators can record a new video stitched to the original one. Once recorded, users can control the original video's volume, their own video's volume, and record a voiceover.  Read more...

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Apple's rumored mixed-reality headset might get an in-person event this year

Apple is purportedly wasting zero time jumping back into in-person gatherings. 

According to Bloomberg, the company is planning to announce its highly anticipated mixed-reality headset within "the next several months" at an event that will presumably be open to select media and industry partners.

The news comes only a day after Apple confirmed its Worldwide Developer Conference would be held virtually this summer for the second year in a row. But while the tech giant is clearly content with unveiling its updated operating systems via livestream, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman stresses that the same approach won't fly for its headset. Read more...

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Facebook made it easier to see News Feed chronologically, but there's a catch

One of the features Facebook has always been incredibly sneaky about is the order of posts appearing in the News Feed. By default, it's algorithmic (it's called Top Stories), meaning Facebook decides the order in which you see posts. This is alright if you trust the company's machine learning algorithms, but just seeing posts in order in which they appear chronologically has a lot of benefits. 

Facebook does offer an option to show the Most Recent stories in the News Feed — it's tucked away in the Shortcuts menu, possibly under See More — but the setting "eventually" returns to Top Stories. This odd behavior shows how important it is for Facebook to keep showing you stories in the order it chooses, but it's also incredibly annoying if you're set on seeing the most recent stories, as there's no permanent way to turn this feature on. (Notably, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg was recently grilled by the U.S. Congress about the way the company's algorithms work).  Read more...

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Global tree loss can't hide from these cloud-piercing radar satellites

Primary rainforest destruction increased by 12 percent between 2019-2020, an acceleration that was unexpected during a year when most of the world was forced to slow down to a near halt. 

One of the most effective ways to combat deforestation and tree loss, it turns out, is surveillance – using a variety of satellite sensors that can see even a single tree removal anywhere on the globe.  Read more...

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Cryptocurrency wallet and blockchain tech startup imToken raises $30 million Series B

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Become a better developer with this GitHub training on sale

TL;DR: Get development tips galore from the Complete Git and GitHub for Beginners Bootcamp Bundle. As of March 31, get the three-course bundle for only $24.99.

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The software Git and the code hosting platform GitHub are tools that plenty of developers use. If you're totally in the dark about them, do yourself a favor and enroll in the Complete Git and GitHub for Beginners Bootcamp.

This bootcamp breaks down the basics of Git and GitHub in just three classes and four hours. Despite being short and sweet, you'll still learn all the fundamentals, including common commands, pushing files, figuring out how to rebase, and more. Read more...

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Google launches a cool new document scanner called Stack

Google's Area 120 – an in-house incubator, where Google engineers pursue their pet projects that sometimes turn into actual products – has launched a document scanner called Stack, and it may just be one of the best such apps out there. 

Like most document scanners, Stack uses your phone's camera to create a scan of a document, such as a receipt, bill, or a banking statement. However, the app also reads some of the key data from your document – such as the total amount on a bill, for example – and then organizes your scanned documents into folders. 

These folders, called "Stacks," are labeled as various categories, such as receipts, bills, vehicle, house, IDs, etc. You can also mark a document as starred, which will put it into a separate Stack.  Read more...

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Save up to 15% on Amazon's Baby Wishlist with this handy code

SAVE UP TO 15%: Spend at least £200 on Amazon's Baby Wishlist to save 15% with the code LIST15.

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Newsflash: Babies are expensive. Once you start adding up the cost of all those essential items, plus non-essential things like fluffy toys and cute outfits, things can quickly get pricey. This is why it's so important to save every penny. 

If you're looking to stock up and save on baby items, Amazon's Baby Wishlist is a good place to start. All you need to do is create an Amazon Baby Wishlist (if you don’t have one already), add at least £200 worth of qualifying items from the Baby Store to your wishlist, and then enter a promotional code at the checkout. Read more...

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Save 97% on this professional business analysis certification bundle

TL;DR: The Exclusive Business Analysis Certification Bundle is on sale for £25.44 as of March 31, saving you 97% on list price.

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One of the reasons it's so difficult to explain what a business analyst does is because they do so much. These professionals wear many hats and their everyday tasks and daily activities are constantly changing. On any given day, their responsibilities range from analysing business needs and defining business cases to project management and budgeting. These workers help boost business efficiency and improve processes, products, services, and software.

Whether you're struggling to navigate your own business in this difficult timeline or looking to get an edge in the job market while businesses are seeking help, you'll definitely benefit from this Exclusive Business Analysis Certification Bundle. Read more...

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Name your price for this stacked cybersecurity training bundle

TL;DR: As of March 31, you can pay what you want for the Complete Cyber Security Certification Training Bundle.

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How many times have you said you wanted to expand your knowledge in information technology, but just didn't have the time or money to do so?

Meet the Pay What You Want: Cybersecurity Bundle, which includes nine courses and 108 hours of training aimed at helping you kickstart a career in Information Technology (IT). 

SEE ALSO: How to unblock and watch Japanese Netflix from the UK

With this training bundle, you will learn the fundamentals of essential security principles, such as risk management, cryptography, identity management, data security, and more. Additionally, you will master the concept of ethical hacking as well as its methodologies that can be used in penetration testing. Plus, you will gain a deep understanding of the process of auditing and managing information systems. Read more...

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Deepak Chopra on building a daily meditation habit: 'Make your body smile'

March Mindfulness is Mashable's series that examines the intersection of meditation practice and technology. Because even in the time of coronavirus, March doesn't have to be madness.

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When I first started meditating last year, I was on a roll. I managed to squeeze in a session every day for months, even if it was only a minute long. But my search for serenity was fueled by the anxiety of an ongoing pandemic. One year on, I've grown much more comfortable in quarantine — and my daily meditation habit fell apart. 

To build it back up, I decided to consult an expert on mindfulness. And who better than health guru Deepak Chopra? If anyone could steer me back on course, I figured, it's the author of more than 90 books and the founder of the nonprofit Chopra Foundation. The prolific doctor also just launched two meditation apps: Chopra Meditation & Well-Bein‪g (for self-care tips) in 2020, and Digital Deepak (an AI twin that you can interact with) in 2021. Read more...

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The best tech for those who are completely obsessed with their pets

Perhaps we love our pets a little too much, but we don't care. We are all about giving our good doggos and pretty kitties the absolute best in life, and bringing you news on devices that can help you do the same.

We've introduced you to a speaker that can calm your active (i.e. noisy and annoying) dog and activity trackers that are basically Fitbits for your furry friends. But what you may not have known is that there is an entire world of pet tech out there.

SEE ALSO: 7 of the best robot vacuums for pet hair

Have you ever thought about getting your pooch an automatic ball launcher for when you're too exhausted to play fetch? What about swapping out your feline's watering bowl for a premium water fountain that keeps the H2O fresh for longer? Read more...

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BEST PET TRACKER

Whistle Go Explore

The Whistle Go Explore is one of the best GPS trackers on the market for pets, boasting accurate location and health monitoring services.

$129.95 from Amazon

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BEST ROBOT VACUUM FOR PET HAIR

Shark IQ Robot Self-Empty XL

The Shark IQ Robot Self-Empty XL makes the least amount of work possible for you with its self-emptying and cleaning functions.

$599.99 from Amazon

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BEST PET CAMERA

Furbo Pet Camera

Furbo is one of the most popular pet cameras around, and for good reason — its features are unique, and most of them work flawlessly.

$164.95 from Amazon

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BEST FOR BATHING YOUR PET

AquaPaw

If your pet is normally hesitant to hop in the tub for a scrub, the AquaPaw is a great tool for getting them clean.

$24.95 from Amazon

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BEST FOR PLAYING FETCH

iFetch Interactive Ball Launcher

If your throwing arm isn't the best and you've got an active dog, the iFetch launcher should keep you and your pet happy.

$115 from Amazon

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BEST AUTOMATIC FEEDER

PetSafe Healthy Pet Simply Feed

For pet parents who want to program multiple daily meals in set portions, the PetSafe Healthy Pet Simply Feed Automatic Feeder is your best bet.

$199.99 from Chewy

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BEST AUTOMATIC LITTER BOX

PetSafe ScoopFree Automatic Litter Box

If you hate cleaning up kitty litter, the PetSafe ScoopFree will cut down the amount of time you have to get anywhere near it.

$199.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR ANXIOUS PETS

iCalm Speaker

If you own a nervous pet, the iCalm speaker might help ease their anxieties and get them to chill out.

$89.95 from Amazon

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BEST DRINKING FOUNTAIN

PetSafe Drinkwell Platinum

Water bowls get nasty over time — the PetSafe Drinkwell keeps your pet's water source fresh for longer, and features a large reservoir that requires less refilling.

$54.99 from Amazon

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Volkswagen wants you to believe its name change isn't an April Fools' joke

What's in a name? Volkswagen, if the infamous car company is to be believed, is hoping to find out. 

The maker of the new ID.4 EV let slip, apparently by mistake, Monday that it intended to rebrand its U.S. operations as "Voltswagen of America" in a nod to its goal of producing 1.5 million electric vehicles a year by 2025.

Despite the proximity to April Fools' Day and plenty of skepticism online, the car company claimed the change is real in a Tuesday press release. 

"We might be changing out our K for a T, but what we aren't changing is this brand's commitment to making best-in-class vehicles for drivers and people everywhere," said Scott Keogh, president and CEO of Voltswagen of America. Read more...

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Apple will finally fix the iOS issue that blocked searches for 'Asian' as adult content

Do you have adult content blocked on your iPhone or iPad? 

If so, it's likely that your iOS device is currently blocking web searches using the word "Asian." It's been an issue for more than a year — but it's about to be fixed.

Mashable has confirmed that in the latest iOS 14.5 Beta, the adult content filter no longer blocks web searches containing the word "Asian." 

The iOS 14.5 Beta was released for developers just last week. Apple will launch the public release for all users sometime in the Spring.

The issue became very apparent In the wake of the mass shooting at three Atlanta spas two weeks ago which left eight people dead, six of whom were Asian, "Stop Asian Hate" trended online. The phrase has been used as a call-to-action at protests and rallies across the U.S. as anti-Asian hate crimes in the country grew by 150 percent over the past year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more...

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The MacBook Air with the powerful M1 chip is back at its best price of $949

Save $49.01: The Apple 13-inch MacBook Air with M1 chip, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD storage is $949.99 at Amazon as of March 30. 

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There are plenty of cheap laptop options out there if you require a quick upgrade. But you can't put a price on reliability and performance, and few brands deliver on both quite as regularly as Apple. And even if you try to shy away from their higher price tags, you can't deny that their latest MacBook Air offers great value at its latest sale price. 

SEE ALSO: Best cheap laptops for less than $600

If you're ready to make the switch, the Apple MacBook Air with the new M1 chip is available for $949.99 at Amazon. That's a $49.01 discount that applies to all three color options of the 13-inch laptop that includes 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD storage.  Read more...

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Save an extra 50% on each of these 15 coding course bundles

If you spent time over the past year learning to code, you might be looking to take your skill set to the next level. 

Whether you want to dial in on a specific programming language or round out your capabilities, this collection of on-sale development and coding training should have what you need. As a sweet little bonus, you can save an extra 50% for a limited time using the coupon code LEARNIT.

The Complete 2021 Learn Linux Bundle

Are you hoping to make a career switch to computer science? Immerse yourself in this Linux training. You'll pay just $29.50 when you use the code LEARNIT.

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Google slips in Suez Canal Easter egg after ship freed

The Suez Canal is finally free. It was blocked for six days by the Ever Given, resulting in trade losses of billions of dollars — and a lot of memes.

The disruption was so great that the traffic jam could be seen from space. While an investigation is already underway about what exactly went wrong, Google wasted no time keeping the Suez Canal meme going.

Google slipped in a Suez Canal Easter egg for all of us to enjoy. Just search "Suez Canal" or "Ever Given" and behold:

As confirmed by 9to5Google, the Easter egg appears to only be on Google desktop, not mobile. The site will likely not keep these ships chugging along forever, so watch them sail by while you can. Read more...

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This cool solar-powered backup camera is on sale

TL;DR: Make parking a breeze with the myGEKOgear SOLARST Solar-Powered True Wireless Backup Camera, on sale for 13% off. As of March 30, get it for only $129.99.

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Whether you drive your mom’s hand-me-down station wagon from the '90s or you just so happened to purchase a brand-new car in 2016, right before backup cameras became standard in all vehicles, there’s still a way to add the useful technology to your ride. The myGEKOgear SOLARST Solar-Powered Backup Camera is quick and simple to install and gives you a better view while you’re backing out.

This solar-powered backup camera easily screws onto your license plate — no wiring or drilling necessary — and adjusts up and down, allowing you to find your perfect view. It pairs with the included 4.3-inch colored LCD monitor, which you can place on your dash to stream an accurate view of your rear while you back out or back up. Read more...

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Save 66% on a 3-in-1 charging stand for your devices

TL;DR: Keep your devices organized with the Trio 3-in-1 Aluminum Desktop Charging Stand, on sale for $19.99 — a 66% savings — as of March 30.

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Who wants to work at a messy desk? Nobody. And yet so many of us do.

Studies have shown that a cluttered desk distracts you from work, decreases your productivity, and undermines your persistence in completing tasks. But it’s hard to keep your space organized when what seems like hundreds of cables and chargers are cluttering your space. 

If that cable clutter is the straw that breaks the camel’s back, snag this three-in-one desktop charging stand from Aduro and bring back some order to your workspace. The stand features three different grips for securing your devices — one for your smartwatch, one for your wireless earbuds, and one for your phone. Anti-scratch rubber cushions help prevent your devices from slipping out or getting scuffed. Read more...

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Apple announces WWDC date and yes, it's virtual again

On Tuesday, Apple officially confirmed that its Worldwide Developer Conference for 2021 will be held on June 7. Given that the pandemic is still ongoing, the event will be held virtually for the second year in a row. 

Apple is often tight-lipped on hardware events, but not with WWDC. The conference is dedicated to unveiling the latest versions of its operating systems: iOS, iPadOS, MacOS, tvOS, and watchOS.

Hey Siri, mark my calendar all day on June 7th for WWDCpic.twitter.com/bRGkwXhLXU

— Greg Joswiak (@gregjoz) March 30, 2021

However, there's always room for Tim Cook to throw in "one more thing." Last year, the company announced it was trading Intel processors for its own silicon. In prior years, Apple has also used WWDC to reveal products like a new Mac Pro and updated MacBooks. Read more...

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Grab the Fitbit Sense on sale to get the workout motivation you need

SAVE $61: Give your workouts a boost this spring with the Fitbit Sense. As of March 30, grab it on sale for only $268.95.

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Now that it's spring and the temperatures are rising, there's no reason not to go outside and get active every day. If you're tired of the online workouts you've been doing for the last year and need to just go for a walk, jog, run, or hike, a fitness tracker like the Fitbit Sense will give you the motivation to crush those workouts. As of March 30, you can get this high-tech fitness tracker for just $268.95 — only $9 more than its lowest Amazon price ever. 

Of course, you'll be able to track heart rate, calories, use GPS, and get all the important metrics for your workouts, but there are also some smart features that go beyond simple fitness tracking — like the built-in Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Use the voice control on your Fitbit Sense to send text messages, access notifications, check the weather, or even control your smart home devices from your wrist.  Read more...

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PayPal to start allowing users to pay with cryptocurrencies

PayPal is embracing cryptocurrencies as a means of payment. 

According to a report by Reuters, PayPal will announce on Tuesday that it has started allowing customers in the U.S. to use crypto for payments. 

The launch has been confirmed to Reuters by PayPal President and CEO Dan Schulman. 

“This is the first time you can seamlessly use cryptocurrencies in the same way as a credit card or a debit card inside your PayPal wallet,” Schulman told Reuters. 

More precisely, users will be able to pay using bitcoin, ether, bitcoin cash, and litecoin. The service will be available at all of PayPal's 29 million merchants "in the coming months." When making a purchase at a merchant that uses PayPal, users will be able to convert their crypto holdings into fiat currency at checkout — though it's unclear whether this will be automated or not. There will be no transaction fee at checkout, and users will only be able to use one type of coin per purchase.  Read more...

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