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• How to opt out of Adobe's ad-based data collection services - CNET

  20-06-2016 23:49 via cnet.com
  
  Adobe has more ad-based networks than you'll know what to do with.
  
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• Everything you need to know about Amazon X-Ray for TV shows and movies - CNET

  20-06-2016 23:26 via cnet.com
  
  Who's that actor? Who sings that song? Here's how to access the super-cool X-Ray feature nearly anywhere you're watching Amazon Video.
  
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• 5G gets a shot in the arm from FCC - CNET

  20-06-2016 23:04 via cnet.com
  
  Chairman Tom Wheeler wants to make sure the US stays No. 1 in wireless with a proposal to free up additional spectrum for 5G wireless technology.
  
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• Use of ticket 'bots' may become a crime in New York - CNET

  20-06-2016 23:02 via cnet.com
  
  The state Assembly has passed a bill to fight off digital scalpers that scoop up tickets before people have a chance to buy them.
  
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• Airbnb's biggest threat yet could be a bill targeting New York landlords

  20-06-2016 22:58
  
  "Belong Anywhere" — for no fewer than 30 days. A bill just passed by the New York legislature makes it illegal for a person to advertise an entire home on websites like Airbnb for 29 days or less. Short term rentals are already illegal in New York, but there was no law forbidding the advertising of such rentals until now.  The proposed legislation will place fines of up to $7,500 on those caught posting such offers online. The bill will now pass to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who wil
  
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• Facebook investors OK new share class to keep Zuckerberg at helm

  20-06-2016 22:56
  (Reuters) - Facebook Inc shareholders approved a proposal to create a new class of non-voting shares, a move aimed at letting Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg give away his wealth without relinquishing control of the social media company he founded. The company's plan to issue two "Class C" shares for each Class A and Class B share held by shareholders, in what is effectively a 3-for-1 stock split, was approved by Facebook shareholders at the company's annual general meeting on Monday. Th
  
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• Every new title coming to Amazon Prime in July 2016 - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:55 via cnet.com
  
  Volumes one and two of "Kill Bill," "Casino" and others make Amazon look like a pretty good place to watch some streaming video in July.
  
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• Facebook delights as woman pranks soccer-mad boyfriend with smashing results - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:47 via cnet.com
  
  Technically Incorrect: A Turkish woman decides to rig her boyfriend's TV so that it goes on and off during a Euro 2016 game. He loses it and smashes the TV... and a laptop for good measure. Now, 2 million people like it on Facebook.
  
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• 'The Flash' star confirms season 3 will kick off by adapting DC's Flashpoint event - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:46 via cnet.com
  
  A re-creation of the 2011 comic series that started off a re-launched version of the DC Comics universe will begin The CW show's new season, lead actor Grant Gustin confirms.
  
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• Apple's iPhone 7 might include dual SIMs, keep standard audio jack - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:46 via cnet.com
  
  A dual SIM can hold two numbers and profiles at once, a first for Apple. Retaining the standard 3.5mm audio jack would mean you could still use your existing headsets with the new iPhone.
  
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• Blue wine? Toast to the latest colorful tipple - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:45 via cnet.com
  
  Spanish winemaker Gik Live produces an electric-blue beverage that looks like something out of science fiction.
  
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• Pal adds GPS and battery life to your Pebble, but also a lot of bulk

  20-06-2016 22:41
  
  Last year, when Pebble announced its Time smartwatch lineup, the company showed off straps with built-in accessories that could interact with the watch body.  "Smart Straps," the company called them, were theoretically capable of adding GPS, extra battery life and lasers for teasing your cat to the standard Pebble Time watch. SEE ALSO: Pebble launches 2 new smartwatches and a surprise Smart Straps interface with the watch using a combination of a companion app and the magnetic charging port
  
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• The sub-$200 Samsung Galaxy J3 handles well - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:39 via cnet.com
  
  You won't get impressive hardware or performance on the ultrabudget J3, but you will find an Android 6.0 phone that's nice to use and does the basics.
  
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• Fed internal watchdog to study oversight of cybersecurity at banks

  20-06-2016 22:34
  The Federal Reserve's internal watchdog plans to study how well the central bank is overseeing cybersecurity practices at financial institutions, the U.S. central bank said on Monday. The Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the Fed's Board of Governors plans to release the audit in the fourth quarter, the OIG said in a report on current and upcoming projects. Fed Chair Janet Yellen is due to appear before a U.S. Senate committee on Tuesday and will likely face questions about cybersecurity brea
  
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• Your 2017 Mercedes E-Class is going to arrive later than expected - Roadshow

  20-06-2016 22:25 via cnet.com
  
  Apparently, some regulatory hurdles still stand between Daimler's latest new car and the dealerships ready to sell 'em.
  
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• Give your laundry room a fresh upgrade with this GE washer video - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:21 via cnet.com
  
  GE's $900 GFWS1700HWW front-load washing machine isn't fancy, but it can tackle all of your basic laundry needs.
  
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• Elon Musk claims Tesla Model S can act as a boat - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:21 via cnet.com
  
  A tweet by the Tesla CEO says the Model S can handle water. But don't trade in your yacht for one just yet.
  
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• Porsche employee calls Tesla's Ludicrous mode a 'facade,' report says

  20-06-2016 22:15
  
  Tesla's Ludicrous mode is a facade? Those, my friends, are fighting words. SEE ALSO: Make your old Tesla Model S look like the new one with this aftermarket fascia Porsche is working on a Porsche-punching, all-electric luxury sport sedan of its own. It's called the Mission E, and it was unveiled in Frankfurt in September of last year. Turns out, though, the German automaker is going after Tesla with more than just its designs. It's also launching a verbal attack. “The thing about [Tesla&rs
  
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• Put it away! Alicia Keys and other artists try device that locks up fans’ phones

  20-06-2016 22:10 via theguardian.com
  
  Lockable pouches created by startup Yondr were given out at a recent Alicia Keys concert to get people to pay attention to the music instead of recording itLast month singer Adele singled out a concertgoer for using a video camera instead of living in the moment and experiencing the gig.The 28-year-old pop star pointed to a woman in the crowd and said: “Could you stop filming me with that video camera? Because I’m really here in real life, you can enjoy it in real life rather than th
  
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• Facebook stays friends with Peter Thiel - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:10 via cnet.com
  
  Facebook shareholders vote to keep the PayPal co-founder as a director a month after he admitted to funding lawsuits against Gawker in hopes of driving it out of business.
  
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• Can a robot really cure your loneliness? (The 3:59, Ep. 64) - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:06 via cnet.com
  
  We also discuss Spotify hitting 100 million active listeners and "Independence Day" director Roland Emmerich's take on what happens when aliens show up.
  
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• This smart sock uses oximetry to monitor your baby - CNET

  20-06-2016 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Owlet Baby Monitor tracks your child's heart rate and oxygen levels.
  
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• Shanghai emerging frontrunner for Tesla's China production: Bloomberg

  20-06-2016 21:57
  (Reuters) - Tesla Motors Inc is eyeing Shanghai for its China production base in an investment that could be worth about $9 billion, Bloomberg reported. Tesla has signed a non-binding agreement with Shanghai government-owned Jinqiao Group for the production base, Bloomberg reported on Monday, citing a person familiar with the matter. Jinqiao and Tesla may invest about $4.5 billion each in the partnership, with the Chinese group putting up land for most of its share, Bloomberg reported.
  
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• More powerful PS4 Neo will launch this year, report says - CNET

  20-06-2016 21:54 via cnet.com
  
  Sony's new and improved console could debut a year before Microsoft's Project Scorpio.
  
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• Canon laser printer gets greedy with toner refills video - CNET

  20-06-2016 21:54 via cnet.com
  
  Until Canon lowers the price of toner refills, we recommend you stay away from this laser printer
  
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• Why friends don't let friends drive the Millennium Falcon drunk - CNET

  20-06-2016 21:38 via cnet.com
  
  Han Solo hits the galactic booze a bit too hard in this new parody video that mixes Star Wars footage with a classic anti-drunk driving PSA.
  
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• Honor 5C brings two SIMs and octa-core power - CNET

  20-06-2016 21:30 via cnet.com
  
  Now available in Europe, the Honor 5C's features wont surprise you, but neither will its price. CNET goes hands-on.
  
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• Battlefield 1: How weather and destruction change the game - CNET

  20-06-2016 21:29 via cnet.com
  
  We spent an hour with Battlefield 1's Northern France map as it morphed from explosions, demolition, and fog.
  
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• Obama announces new Los Angeles-based manufacturing hub

  20-06-2016 21:13
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration selected a Los Angeles group Monday to lead an effort aimed at making manufacturing companies more competitive globally by helping them consume less energy and produce less pollution.
  
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• Twitter buys machine-learning firm Magic Pony to boost image content

  20-06-2016 21:04
  (Reuters) - Twitter Inc said on Monday it acquired London-based Magic Pony Technology, a machine-learning startup that specializes in working with images, to deliver better video and picture content. Twitter did not disclose the financial terms of the deal.
  
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• Taylor Swift piles on music industry's assault against YouTube - CNET

  20-06-2016 21:04 via cnet.com
  
  The major labels also sign an open letter asking Congress for reform, while they renegotiate their deals with Google's massive video site.
  
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• Mass Effect 3's ending won't impact Andromeda, here's why - CNET

  20-06-2016 21:04 via cnet.com
  
  BioWare explains why its decision not to factor in the pivotal moment from Mass Effect 3.
  
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• The most satisfying moments 'Game of Thrones' has ever seen (pictures) - CNET

  20-06-2016 20:51 via cnet.com
  
  The episode "Battle of the Bastards" ended with a gruesome yet oh-so-gratifying scene. Here are other top "Game of Thrones" moments that had fans cheering. Caution: spoilers aplenty ahead.
  
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• Hyundai, Kia recall over 400,000 vehicles in four separate recalls - Roadshow

  20-06-2016 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  Rust and other maladies are responsible for this series of back-to-back recalls.
  
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• Final Fantasy 15 director on PS4/Xbox One upgrades, possibility of PC release - CNET

  20-06-2016 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  Hajime Tabata says he likes the idea of making the RPG available on the new, more-powerful systems.
  
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• Rolls-Royce shows 'floating' future car

  20-06-2016 20:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Rolls-Royce shows off a design for its car-of-the-future, which features unusual wheels that are designed to make it seem to glide.
  
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• This GE washer can handle your laundry needs (pictures) - CNET

  20-06-2016 20:21 via cnet.com
  
  The $900 GE GFWS1700HWW is an unassuming but well-rounded washing machine.
  
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• Roku adds news videos into its search - CNET

  20-06-2016 20:14 via cnet.com
  
  Stream all about it! The company's players will now help you binge-watch the news through topics or by entering in the date.
  
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• Trump doesn't carry a cell phone or use email, report says - CNET

  20-06-2016 20:01 via cnet.com
  
  Technically Incorrect: The presumptive Republican nominee fires his campaign manager. One reported cause of friction in the campaign is that the candidate disdains technology.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S8 may sport an Ultra HD screen - CNET

  20-06-2016 19:42 via cnet.com
  
  The latest scuttlebutt out of China claims the phone will offer a 4K resolution screen, which would deliver better virtual-reality content. The S8 could have a dual camera too.
  
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• Here are some cars you could buy new the last time Cleveland won a sports championship - Roadshow

  20-06-2016 19:42 via cnet.com
  
  Why yes, it HAS been that long. Here's a small selection of what your money could buy you back when Cleveland won its last sports championship, in an era before man walked on the moon.
  
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• Wal-Mart to sell China e-commerce unit to JD.com

  20-06-2016 19:28
  Wal-Mart Stores Inc said on Monday it would sell its Chinese e-commerce business, Yihaodian, to China's JD.com Inc and create a strategic alliance that could help boost Wal-Mart's business in China. Under the deal, JD.com will issue about 145 million new class A shares to Wal-Mart, representing about 5 percent of its total shares. Wal-Mart took a stake in Yihaodian, which caters to affluent female customers, in 2011 before taking full ownership last July.
  
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• Kuka investor Loh says not planning counter bid to Midea offer

  20-06-2016 19:17
  German billionaire businessman Friedhelm Loh does not plan to launch a counter offer for German industrial robot maker Kuka, the target of a 4.5 billion euro ($5 billion) bid by China's Midea, he told a German newspaper. Kuka is the biggest German industrial technology company to be targeted by a Chinese buyer in a wave of deals over recent months and the bid caused a stir among German politicians.
  
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• Get your free Prince of Persia game - CNET

  20-06-2016 19:16 via cnet.com
  
  Game developer Ubisoft is offering the classic title free of charge for PC gamers today, as long as they create an account and use its Uplay software.
  
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• Apple stores will open in India after all - CNET

  20-06-2016 19:02 via cnet.com
  
  A new ruling by the country reportedly means that Apple's physical retail stores, previously denied due to insufficient local sourcing, are now free to open.
  
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• At last, the gross 'Game of Thrones' revenge we've been waiting for - CNET

  20-06-2016 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  A much-hated character gets what's coming to him, but the satisfying moment gets delivered in especially graphic fashion, even for a show that doesn't shy away from blood.
  
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• What exactly makes someone a 'digital native'? A comprehensive guide

  20-06-2016 18:53
  
  Nearly everyone assumes the modern teen is internet obsessed. Sure, 92% of teenagers report going online daily — including 24% who say they go online “almost constantly” — according to Pew Research data. But young millennials’ addiction to all things web doesn’t necessarily mean they’re a digital native. Nor is someone who just so happened to grow up in the Internet age. SEE ALSO: 9 parent hacks that could truly save the day So what exactly makes someone
  
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• Google plays doctor by identifying your medical symptoms - CNET

  20-06-2016 18:50 via cnet.com
  
  An update to Google's mobile app and website lets you search for symptoms and receive a list of possible conditions and other details.
  
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• China made the best new supercomputer and it uses Chinese chips

  20-06-2016 18:31
  
  There's a new supercomputer in town, and it has topped every other supercomputer on the planet. The new Chinese supercomputer, dubbed the Sunway TaihuLight, was in the first slot on the Top500 list of supercomputers Monday. SEE ALSO: IBM is building cognitive AI to impact 'every decision made' The fact that the Sunway TaihuLight is in China isn't anything special — the previous and now second-best supercomputer on the list is also Chinese. But that one, the Tianhe-2, used chips f
  
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• First-generation Toyota Sequoia under investigation for steering, braking issues - Roadshow

  20-06-2016 18:29 via cnet.com
  
  Two crashes and five injuries are reportedly linked to problems with the 2001-2002 model years, with an investigation that could lead to a full-on recall.
  
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