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• Minirig Mini

  05-03-2018 23:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Typically, petite wireless speakers don’t sound very good because of the physical limitations of cramming in a quality driver, battery and amplifier into a compact little shell. Most times, larger speakers usually have an advantage just because they have more space to slot in all these parts. But, once in a while, you’ll find a small speaker that punches well above its weight to rival the sound of the larger speakers. The Minirig Mini is just one such speaker. The Mini
  
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• How to clean the inside of your oven window - CNET

  05-03-2018 23:57 via cnet.com
  You'll need investigation skills and this special homemade tool.
  
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• Google wants you to be dependent on its Assistant - CNET

  05-03-2018 23:47 via cnet.com
  Commentary: In an ad campaign featuring Sia, John Legend, his wife Chrissy Teigen and NBA star Kevin Durant, Google hypes its key feature.
  
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• OURSA security conference set up after RSA names 1 woman headliner - CNET

  05-03-2018 23:43 via cnet.com
  Major tech companies are backing a diverse event to compete with the RSA Conference.
  
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• More tech companies join fight against net neutrality repeal - CNET

  05-03-2018 23:14 via cnet.com
  Etsy, Foursquare and Kickstarter are among the latest companies going to court over the FCC's decision to roll back the rules for an open internet.
  
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• Microsoft details Human Services cybersecurity hiring spree in new report

  05-03-2018 23:00 via zdnet.com
  The department's chief information security officer told Microsoft it's too early to see if its strategy to train graduates will bear fruit.
  
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• New security conference set up after RSA names 1 woman headliner - CNET

  05-03-2018 22:03 via cnet.com
  Major tech companies are backing a diverse event to compete with the RSA Conference.
  
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• Nikon, Sony join startup Scenera for better security cameras - CNET

  05-03-2018 22:00 via cnet.com
  An alliance called NICE hopes to make cameras smarter and let you expand what they can do as easily as adding apps to your smartphone.
  
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• 7 all-in-one home security systems to watch your place 24/7 - CNET

  05-03-2018 21:59 via cnet.com
  Want a easy home security solution? Try one of these all-in-one systems.
  
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• 2018 Geneva Motor Show preview: One of the best shows in years - Roadshow

  05-03-2018 21:58 via cnet.com
  The Swiss hills are alive with new EVs, crossovers and sports cars this year, with an almost unprecedented number of debuts from across the industry.
  
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• Popular new transcription app Otter raises privacy red flags

  05-03-2018 21:52 via zdnet.com
  The hit new transcription app's privacy policy leaves a lot to be desired.
  
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• Oscars scams ran wild thanks to Twitter bots - CNET

  05-03-2018 21:49 via cnet.com
  No, @JordanPeele__ isn't the same as @JordanPeele. Bots targeted celebrities who tweeted about the awards, posting a scam link that got clicked more than 277,000 times.
  
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• Dictionary maker gets behind 'blockchain' and 'cryptocurrency' - CNET

  05-03-2018 21:44 via cnet.com
  Merriam-Webster's website adds 850 new words and definitions, including a few popular digital-finance buzzwords.
  
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• 7 settings that will help you see your Mac better video - CNET

  05-03-2018 21:20 via cnet.com
  If you're having trouble seeing things on your Mac's display, here are some settings to tweak.
  
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• Pennsylvania attorney general sues Uber over delayed data breach notification

  05-03-2018 21:17 via zdnet.com
  The state could seek as much as $13.5 million in penalties from the ride-hailing firm for its response to the 2016 breach.
  
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• Xiaomi smartphones may hit the US in late 2018 or early 2019 - CNET

  05-03-2018 21:07 via cnet.com
  The Chinese device maker edges closer to bringing its phones to the US, with CEO Lei Jun finally getting somewhat specific.
  
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• Volkswagen's AI-powered I.D. Vizzion doesn't need a steering wheel - Roadshow

  05-03-2018 21:07 via cnet.com
  The newest member of VW's I.D. family of electric concepts ditches the steering wheel, pedals and dashboard in favor of artificial intelligence and Microsoft HoloLens augmented reality.
  
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• Good-bye JEE, hello Jakarta EE

  05-03-2018 21:07 via zdnet.com
  Oracle waves good-bye to Java Enterprise Edition, as the Eclipse Foundation takes over Java EE under a new name, Jakarta, and without the "Java" trademark.
  
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• SF Motors now testing self-driving cars in California, Michigan - Roadshow

  05-03-2018 21:02 via cnet.com
  One of Silicon Valley's most hush-hush "Tesla killer" startups finally seems ready to start talking.
  
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• Galaxy S9, 5G: Our favorite things from MWC (The 3:59, Ep. 364) - CNET

  05-03-2018 21:02 via cnet.com
  Recapping Roger's visit to the world's biggest mobile show.
  
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• Bentley Bentayga Hybrid plugs in with 31 miles of EV range - Roadshow

  05-03-2018 21:00 via cnet.com
  And you can order a specially designed, Bentley-specific charging dock. Because opulence.
  
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• Bentayga Hybrid electrifies the Bentley lineup - Roadshow

  05-03-2018 21:00 via cnet.com
  The ultra-luxury SUV can drive up to 31 miles on electric power alone.
  
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• AutoComplete: VW's I.D. Vizzion trades a steering wheel for Microsoft's Hololens video - Roadshow

  05-03-2018 21:00 via cnet.com
  Plus: Bentley Bentayga PHEV revealed and SF Motors testing self-driving EVs in CA.
  
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• Turns out Apple's Night Shift feature might not be helping you sleep - CNET

  05-03-2018 20:50 via cnet.com
  A new study evaluated its effectiveness and came to a surprising conclusion.
  
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• See a rare 'roll cloud' appear like an apocalyptic vision - CNET

  05-03-2018 20:48 via cnet.com
  An ominous roll cloud formed over Texas, giving the National Weather Service a good look at an unusual formation in the sky.
  
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• HTC U12's specs leak, with possible release in April - CNET

  05-03-2018 20:46 via cnet.com
  HTC's follow-up to the squeezable U11 phone may be just around the corner.
  
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• Pizza Hut Pie Tops II up close: Pizza-ordering, TV-pausing - CNET

  05-03-2018 20:29 via cnet.com
  We tried on the latest version of Pizza Hut's marketing-stunt wearable tech. Hold onto your crusts.
  
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• Google takes health care to the cloud with new API, partnerships

  05-03-2018 19:59 via zdnet.com
  Google Cloud is expanding its role in the health care sector, which accounts for more than one-sixth of the US economy.
  
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• Facebook regrets its question about men and child sex images - CNET

  05-03-2018 19:11 via cnet.com
  The company asked some users in a survey if people who ask for sexual images from children should be allowed to use the site. Users were not impressed.
  
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• Pennsylvania AG says Uber must pay up over data breach - CNET

  05-03-2018 19:09 via cnet.com
  Uber engaged in "outrageous corporate misconduct" when it took over a year to disclose a massive hack, and now it owes consumers, the attorney general says.
  
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