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Taking the leap: Real-world agency transformation insights

Learn how the Coast Guard, NSF and USAID are not only improving their enterprise environments but doing so in ways that best support their workforces in delivering services while also keeping federal data secure. | Download our new ebook

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These rarely seen DoD civilians matter a lot in times of war

Some 20,000 civilian employees work in the organic industrial base, supplying DoD with items it can't get from industry in enough quantity or not not at all.

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Other transaction authorities may be low-friction, but they’re not protest-proof

Other transaction authorities have become popular. But follow-on orders are not protest proof.

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SBA initiates ‘seismic shift’ in small business contracting

Federal procurement experts say applying the “rule of two” to all task order contracts is codification of the Tolliver decision by the Court of Federal Claims.

The post SBA initiates ‘seismic shift’ in small business contracting first appeared on Federal News Network.




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Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira to face a military court-martial, Air Force says

Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira is expected to face a military court-martial for leaking highly classified military documents.

The post Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira to face a military court-martial, Air Force says first appeared on Federal News Network.






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‘Momentous’: Asian Americans laud Anna May Wong’s US quarter

More than 60 years after Anna May Wong became the first Asian American woman to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the pioneering actor has coined another first, quite literally. With quarters bearing her face and manicured hand set to start shipping Monday, per the U.S. Mint, Wong will be the first Asian American to grace U.S. currency. Wong was known for fighting against stereotypes foisted on her by a white Hollywood. She is one of five women being honored this year as part of the U.S. Mint's American Women Quarters program.

The post ‘Momentous’: Asian Americans laud Anna May Wong’s US quarter first appeared on Federal News Network.




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ChatGPT blocked 250,000 AI image requests of US election candidates

ChatGPT blocked 250,000 AI image requests of US election candidates




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These Are Not VR Glasses - Therabody SmartGoggles Eye Massager

Zach reviews the Therabody SmartGoggles, a premium, smart, connected eye massager to see if it is as relaxing as it claims to be, and it is now the only way he can survive a long haul flight.

The Therabody SmartGoggles is priced at S$329 and can be bought online from weareready.sg.  




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Ikawa Home Review: Coffee roasting in a HDB apartment is possible with this smart roaster!

What happens when a tech editor takes his coffee addiction one step too far? He finds a connected, smart roaster and starts roasting his own beans. How does the Ikawa Home handle roasting in a confined space like an apartment? How smart is it? Will Zach ever sleep again? Watch and find out.

The Ikawa Home Smart Roasting System retails for £1,270.00 at ikawahome.com

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Torras Coolify 2S review: Extreme testing this little smart neck air conditioner

The Coolify 2 gets an update, but what's new in the 2S? Is it worth the upgrade or a spot in the ever increasing list of gadgets he needs to charge?

Zach gets "comfy" brewing coffee on a humid, scorching afternoon to find out. Yes, a gimmicky product needs gimmicky testing.

The Torras Coolify 2S retails for S$279, but it's on sale now on weareready.sg for S$269.




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What to expect from Apple’s Peek Performance event (plus some thoughts)

Apple's first event of the year is happening early tomorrow morning. Here's what we can expect.




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I made my own Pride-coloured Xbox controller at the Xbox Design Lab, now available in Asia

Why buy a controller that everyone has when you can customise your own?



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No one seems to know what the new Mac Pro will be like

Are the people tasked with making Macs better at keeping secrets?



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Apple shot its Scary Fast event using the iPhone 15 Pro Max and that's impressive no matter how you look at it

I'm not sure what's more impressive, the Apple's new M3 chips or the fact that the entire was shot using iPhone 15 Pro Maxes. #apple #iphone15promax #scaryfast #mac



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Huawei Watch GT 4 review: The smartwatch activity tracker to beat, and it looks classy too!

Note:This video was first published on 21 November 2023.

After a long hiatus, Huawei returns with the Watch GT 4 series. It is a classy aesthetic upgrade to the GT 3, but still rocks one of the best heartrate sensors and analytics data for the price with TruSeen 5.5+ and a 2-week battery life. Find out how it compares with the last generation Watch GT 3 Pro.

You can get the Huawei Watch GT 4 series starting at S$298 from Lazada and Shopee.




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What does it take to make the most secure Wi-Fi routers in Singapore?

Most of us have several connected home appliances (IoT devices), but how can you be sure they don't compromise your home? Instead of worrying about how to secure all of them, why not secure your main home gateway with a CLS-certified router? Find out what that means, how to identify one, and what goes on behind the scenes to get a CLS certification! (In collaboration with ASUS.)




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From Pebble to Apple: The smartwatch's journey over the years from gimmick to quintessential

I stumbled upon my Pebble smartwatch collection while decluttering, and it sent me down memory lane! We've come a long way since the 'OG' smartwatch craze to today's Apple Watch Ultra 2. Who else remembers the early days of smart tech on our wrists? #TechThrowback #SmartwatchEvolution #PebbleToAppleWatch #TechNostalgia




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Nespresso Vertuo Creatista review: Can technology automate your way to become a home barista?

The Vertuo Creatista is the ultimate Nespresso machine, capable of drinks as small as 25ml up to 535ml. It's fancy auto-steam wand can create all forms of milk concoctions too, but can it make café-quality milk texture to scratch your inner home barista itch?

You can buy the Nespresso Vertuo Creatista (S$1,099) from Nespresso's online store, Amazon.sg, or Lazada.




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Adobe MAX 2024: Video highlights of Zach's favourite new gen AI features

Adobe announced over 100 updates across all apps at this year's MAX 2024 conference in Miami, but the most impressive has to be the Firefly Video model. Here are some live demos of Adobe's new gen AI magic at work. #adobe #adobemax

More stories from MAX 2024: Adobe Firefly, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Content Authenticity app, Adobe global AI skills initiative




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Amazon is buying MGM, the studio behind James Bond, for €6.9 billion

Amazon is buying MGM, the studio behind James Bond, for €6.9 billion




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Google fined €220m by French competition watchdog over online advertising market

Google fined €220m by French competition watchdog over online advertising market




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COVID pandemic's impact on work is 'cataclysmic,' says International Labour Market head

COVID pandemic's impact on work is 'cataclysmic,' says International Labour Market head




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Macron: France will 'drive innovation ecosystem of Tech,' president tells Euronews Next

Macron: France will 'drive innovation ecosystem of Tech,' president tells Euronews Next




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ISS astronauts make second spacewalk to install powerful solar panels

ISS astronauts make second spacewalk to install powerful solar panels




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Humans aren’t quite ready for a chatbot takeover, according to a new study

Humans aren’t quite ready for a chatbot takeover, according to a new study




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British man arrested in Spain over alleged role in Twitter hack of high-profile accounts

British man arrested in Spain over alleged role in Twitter hack of high-profile accounts




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Apple to scan US iPhones for images of child sexual abuse

Apple to scan US iPhones for images of child sexual abuse




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We need to remove emissions at a major scale: Is carbon capture the answer?

We need to remove emissions at a major scale: Is carbon capture the answer?




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SpaceX launches 4 amateur astronauts in giant leap for space tourism

SpaceX launches 4 amateur astronauts in giant leap for space tourism




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La Palma volcano: How satellite imagery is helping us understand the eruption

La Palma volcano: How satellite imagery is helping us understand the eruption




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Apple launches faster chips, MacBook Pro laptops and cheaper Airpods - what are the upgrades?

Apple launches faster chips, MacBook Pro laptops and cheaper Airpods - what are the upgrades?




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Astronomers may have discovered the first planet outside of our galaxy

Astronomers may have discovered the first planet outside of our galaxy




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NASA is launching the DART spacecraft to crash into an asteroid. Could it save us from armageddon?

NASA is launching the DART spacecraft to crash into an asteroid. Could it save us from armageddon?




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Canon EOS R5 Mark II review: Probably the most versatile full-frame mirrorless camera

The Canon EOS R5 Mark II can main tank both photography and videography tasks just as well. #canon #eosr5markii




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14-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Max) review: Familiar, but better than ever

The MacBook Pro gets a new processor and some other notable upgrades. Does that mean you should go out and buy one? #apple #macbookpro #m4max




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Mac Buyer's Guide: Which Apple Mac should you buy?

With so many great Macs to choose from, it can be difficult to decide. Worry not, because help is here. #apple #mac #macbookpro #applesilicon




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Tesla Model 3 Performance review: Ballistic performance without the crazy price tag

Can you find a faster car for less money? I don’t think so. And that’s the main appeal of the Model 3 Performance. #tesla #model3performance #ev




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Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max review: A work in progress smartphone (Updated)

Solid phones, even without Apple Intelligence. #apple #iphone16pro #iphone16promax




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The ultimate 11.11 sale guide 2024: Best deals from Lazada, Shopee and more in Singapore

It's the last day of the 11.11 sales. See these new picks we've added at 50% off and more.




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iPhone 18 Pro's main camera could have a variable aperture lens

Variable aperture lenses have been present on some Android flagship phones for some time now. #variableaperture #iphone18 #apple



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Two brands dominated the list of top 10 best-selling smartphones in Q3 2024

9 out of the top 10 best selling phones came from two brands. #apple #samsung #iphone15 #galaxys24




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Slim, strong, smart: Stay productive on-the-go with new ASUS Zenbook S 14 laptop

Designed for professionals on the move, the ultraportable ASUS Zenbook S 14 combines sleek style with powerful performance.




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Xiaomi announces new Watch S4 and Smart Band 9 Pro wearables

Xiaomi adds smarter smartwatches and wearables to its massive catalogue. #xiaomi #smartwatch #fitnesstracker



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ASUS's first Google TV-capable smart monitor is the new ZenScreen Smart MS27UC

Need a compact smart monitor that can handle both work and play? ASUS jumps onto the smart monitor bandwagon with ZenScreen Smart MS27UC. #asus #smartmonitor #monitor




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The rumoured iPhone 17 Air may not be as thin as Apple hoped it would be

Manufacturing means Apple may not be able to make the iPhone as thin as it wants to. #iphone17air #apple #iphone



  • Reads from WWW

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Get into the Black Friday shopping mood with the Amazon.sg Holiday Playground

Come down and play your way to great deals with Amazon.sg this Black Friday Sale season! #amazon.sg #amazonprime #blackfriday




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Apple may enter the smart home IP camera market in 2026

The IP camera could be among the several smart home devices that Apple has in the pipeline for the next two years. #apple #smarthome #ipcamera



  • Reads from WWW

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The new Rode Wireless Micro is a small basic wireless microphone system aimed at smartphone creators

The Rode Wireless Micro might even be small enough to fit in your pocket. #Rode #Microphones #Vlogging