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Instead of spending a fortune at the dentist, upgrade your toothpaste to one that whitens.

Crest 3D White Advanced starts removing surface stains after just one use.
Purple toothpaste counteracts yellow for instant razzle-dazzle with no sensitivity.
Colgate Optic White Pro includes 5% hydrogen peroxide for super-quick results.
This Burt’s Bees option is fluoride-free if that’s your preference.
Tom’s of Maine includes nothing artificial (preservatives, colors or flavors) and is not tested on animals.

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Alt + Tab: A keyboard shortcut pro Windows users know. Use it to cycle through your open programs quickly. On a Mac, it’s Cmd + Tab.

AI brings dead celebs back to life

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Well, kinda… Hollywood is spending millions to resurrect the likeness of screen legends like Judy Garland with AI. Creepy or fine? Plus, YouTube’s new pause ads, why to skip the blue light filter, and a warning for iPad Pro owners: iOS 18 is bricking devices!

Scalpers ruin everything: The PlayStation 5 Pro ($699) and PlayStation 5 30th Anniversary Limited Edition bundle ($999) drop on Nov. 7. The updated models have 2TB of storage, a beefier GPU and AI upscaling tech. Only 12,300 Limited Edition models were made, and they sold out in seconds. Surprise, they’re on eBay for up to $12,300.

$2 trillion in sales

For the iPhone since 2007. Holy moly, that’s a lot of money. The biggest year was 2022, with $205.4 billion. That’s when the SE, 14, 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max came out. Cha-ching!

Apple's AirPod game changer

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Apple’s new AirPods Pro 2 just got FDA approval to double as hearing aids. But can they really pull it off? Find out what makes these earbuds more than just a great way to listen to music.

U.S. states are holding onto $70 billion in unclaimed assets: Visit the National Association of Unclaimed Property online to find the link for your state’s treasury website. Pro tip: If you have a frequently misspelled name, go by a nickname or have any former names, check those, too. You never know — I helped one listener find $25,000. No, I didn’t get a cut.

In Zelle hell: One tech pro lost $1,600 using Zelle. Eventually, Wells Fargo credited him for the fishy charge. He agrees with lawmakers who say Zelle and banks are quick to blame victims for using it “wrong.”

Naan compare to you: Rumor has it Apple will manufacture its most expensive iPhone Pro models in India this year. Finally, they’re trying to diversify production beyond China. They say it’s about supply shortages, but politics and national security definitely play into this.

Take pro pics with smartphone lenses

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While today’s phone cameras are pretty amazing on their own, getting a few add-ons can take your pics to the next level.

USB cable pro tip: I’ve given this tip before, but I always get a slew of people with the wow face. Grab any USB cable sitting around your house. See that symbol on one side? It’ll face upwards if you’re plugging it in horizontally, and if you’re plugging in the USB cable vertically, the USB symbol should face you.

Your iPhone doesn’t come with a manual: But that doesn’t mean a manual doesn’t exist. You can find ‘em here for everything from the OG iPhone to the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Just pick the model to see the user guide, repair manual or device info. You’re welcome.

Do it in style: Easily change your text formatting by holding down Ctrl + B for bold, Ctrl + I for italics and Ctrl + U for underlining. Pro level: Hit Shift + X for strikethrough text, Shift + . (period) to superscript something and Shift + , (comma) for subscripting.

Bryan Johnson says he's aging in reverse

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Remember Bryan Johnson, the tech millionaire trying not to die? He says his body now ages only 7.6 months for every 12. We’ll also cover how employers are luring people back to the office and why Apple is changing plans for the Vision Pro headset.

The Apple Vision Pro - Apple finally gets the message

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The $3500 headset was hyped as a game-changer, but this week, work on the second version got canceled. Let’s break down why it’s not selling and what’s behind the decision.

Friday fun: Draw Logos from Memory is a quick browser game when you need a brain break. Pro tip: Click the little circles under each section to get more colors.

Memorize this: On a PC, hit Alt + Tab. On Mac, it’s Cmd + Tab. Keep hitting Tab while holding down Alt or Cmd to switch between your open applications. It’ll make you feel like a total pro.

Your medical claim was denied: And all you got was a form letter. Legally, your insurance company has to send you any relevant info if you know what to ask for. Try this free tool from Pro Publica for help.

⏸️ Cheapskate pro tip: You can pause your internet and/or cable package if you’re going to be out of town for a while. So much better than paying full price. Get steps for your provider here. Bonus: You don’t need to turn in your cable boxes.

🏠 Pro moving tip: Never pack the bottle opener … You can now buy a tiny home on Amazon that comes complete with doors, windows and even bathroom fixtures. What a time to be alive. Here’s one for $26,000!

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