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Turn massive video files into shareable clips in minutes with VideoProc for a flat 36

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. TL;DR: Get a lifetime license to VideoProc for Windows for $35.99 (MSRP $119.90) and simplify everything from video editing to file conversion in one easy-to-use app . Video editing can get complicated fast when you're bouncing between clunky software just to trim clips, convert files, or fix shaky footage. VideoProc keeps the process refreshingly straightforward, giving you one place to edit videos, resize files, enhance quality, record screens, and manage media without the steep learning curve. With a one-time payment of $35.99, you'll get lifetime access to features like trimming, converting, and compressing on up to five devices, all without the learning curve of other bulky editing programs.


Claim a full MS Office suite license with no subscription before this 30 deal ends

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. With a sale ending today, May 31 at 11:59pm Pacific, you can own a Windows lifetime license to Microsoft Office for $29.97, with no subscription required. Tired of paying monthly just to access your everyday work tools? Microsoft Office Professional 2021 gives you the core apps -- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more -- in a one-time purchase for $29.97 through May 31. This version is a solid choice for freelancers, business owners, students, and anyone who wants to create polished documents, presentations, and spreadsheets without juggling subscriptions or relying on cloud-only tools.


This creepy blob robot will keep going even if you break its legs

Popular Science

While Argus looks like a sea urchin, its designers took cues from physics, not biology. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. The 20-legged, omnidirectional robot has no top or bottom and no left or right. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. By signing up, you confirm you are 16+, will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy .


Meta's employee mouse tracking program could reportedly violate EU privacy laws

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Meta's employee mouse tracking program could reportedly violate EU privacy laws Meta's employee mouse tracking program could reportedly violate EU privacy laws'Reuters' says the tracking tool could capture emails and chats by non-US employees. Reuters says Meta's mouse tracking program for employees could run afoul of the EU's strict privacy rules. If you'll recall, the news organization reported back in April that the company will be capturing its US employees' keystrokes, mouse movements and clicks for the purpose of training its artificial intelligence models. Meta confirmed the program to Engadget, with a spokesperson telling us that the company is launching an internal tool that will capture these kinds of inputs on certain applications because it needs real examples of people completing everyday tasks on computers. Now, Reuters reports that the program may have a larger scope than what Meta had revealed and that it may capture non-US data in the process.


4 lawn options for people who hate mowing

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Grass alternatives can bring beauty (and bees) to your yard. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. If you dislike mowing the lawn, you have other options. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. By signing up, you confirm you are 16+, will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy .


Through May 31--Get Microsoft Office and Windows 11 Pro for life for 35

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Get a lifetime license for Microsoft Office and Windows 11 Pro for $35 until May 31 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Microsoft 365 costs $99.99 per year at minimum, and Windows 10 stopped getting security updates last October. If you want to deal with both at once, then take a look at this bundle. This is a two-part deal that covers your OS and your productivity suite in one go.


Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 is on sale for 35 through May 31

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 is available for a one-time payment of $34.97 (regularly $499.99) Visual Studio has earned its place as one of the go-to development environments in the industry, and the 2026 version makes a strong case for upgrading -- A lifetime license is currently $34.97 (regularly $499.99) The IDE is fully 64-bit, optimized for larger codebases and more demanding workloads, without the performance drag experienced by older versions. Together, these tools cover most of what a modern development team needs in a single environment, without piecing together separate plugins or subscriptions to fill the gaps.


Breathing on this chip reveals a secret message

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The hidden image only becomes visible when humidity levels surpass 60 percent. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. The encoder could also be used to reveal a security code on a credit card. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. By signing up, you confirm you are 16+, will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy .


Google just patched 150 Chrome vulnerabilities, 22 of them critical

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PCWorld reports that Google Chrome 148 patches over 150 security vulnerabilities across desktop and mobile platforms, with 22 classified as critical. The update addresses 66 Use-after-free vulnerabilities that could potentially allow attackers to exploit browser memory, though none were actively exploited. Users should immediately update their Chrome browsers through Help About Google Chrome to protect against these security flaws.


This floating Bluetooth speaker is all you need this summer (49% off)

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When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. The Wonderboom 4 floats, survives submersion up to 1 meter, and lasts 14 hours on a full charge. It's now $52 (was $100) at Amazon. Specially designed to float, you can take it with you to the pool/beach and actually bring it into the water with you. The sound quality is fine, and fine is good enough because you aren't buying a speaker like this for top-notch sound.