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• Smart home staff picks: Our favorite gear for the summer - CNET

  02-07-2018 23:57 via cnet.com
  From smart sprinklers and air conditioners to coolers and backyard grills, here's the stuff we're most tempted to splurge on this summer.
  
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• Border Break inspires biggest mech model ever to take over Tokyo - CNET

  02-07-2018 23:55 via cnet.com
  Watch out, Tokyo train commuters, just in case this enormous robot assembles itself and comes to life.
  
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• 5 reasons Google Home should be at your next BBQ - CNET

  02-07-2018 23:51 via cnet.com
  Make it work for you while you shop, prep, and grill.
  
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• Fallout 76: Everything we know about Bethesda's shared world shooter - CNET

  02-07-2018 23:29 via cnet.com
  It's biggest Fallout game ever and Bethesda's first stab at a shared-world online survival game. And it's going to be out on November 14th.
  
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• Comic-Con panels: Every show, movie (and brand!) coming to San Diego - CNET

  02-07-2018 23:21 via cnet.com
  Here's every property we're hunting down at San Diego Comic-Con 2018 next month.
  
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• Uber patent application could route users around 'unsafe' areas - Roadshow

  02-07-2018 23:13 via cnet.com
  It's bound to be controversial if it actually becomes part of the app.
  
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• SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD is a pocket storage powerhouse - CNET

  02-07-2018 23:10 via cnet.com
  SanDisk's speedy new rugged SSD is water-resistant and comes in capacities up to 2TB.
  
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• Bethesda confirms: Starfield is made for next-gen gaming hardware - CNET

  02-07-2018 22:48 via cnet.com
  Next-gen game consoles, here we come.
  
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• Comic-Con: Every show, movie (and brand!) we'll see in San Diego - CNET

  02-07-2018 22:43 via cnet.com
  Here's every property we're hunting down at San Diego Comic-Con 2018 next month.
  
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• Vixens, Vampires and Mosquitos: Legendary planes of the de Havilland Aircraft Museum - CNET

  02-07-2018 22:42 via cnet.com
  Geoffrey de Havilland was one of the most influential aircraft designers of the 20th century. Take a tour of the museum dedicated to his genius.
  
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• These iconic aircraft were designed by a genius - CNET

  02-07-2018 22:42 via cnet.com
  From Vixens and Vampires to Moths and Mosquitos, Geoffrey de Havilland created some of the most influential planes in history.
  
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• Doug Field, former head of Tesla Model 3 production, not returning after leave of absence - Roadshow

  02-07-2018 22:31 via cnet.com
  Elon Musk removed the five-year Tesla veteran from his position as chief of Model 3 production in April.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Tab S4: Is this our first look? - CNET

  02-07-2018 22:26 via cnet.com
  The upcoming tablet looks to have thinner bezels and a larger screen than the Tab S3.
  
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• Tablet market sees revenue growth in Brazil

  02-07-2018 22:20 via zdnet.com
  Q1 2018 figures show uplift of 10 percent, says IDC.
  
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• Fornite's Playground mode still in limbo, but Epic's working on it - CNET

  02-07-2018 22:16 via cnet.com
  The new mode will give you freedom to experiment in Fortnite's world... once Epic Games it to work.
  
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• NASA Dawn spacecraft zooms in on Ceres' crazy crater - CNET

  02-07-2018 22:03 via cnet.com
  Ceres' famous bright spots are ready for their close-up, Mr. DeMille.
  
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• Facebook rolls out API restrictions, discloses blocking bug

  02-07-2018 22:00 via zdnet.com
  The social networking giant is requiring advanced developer permissions on some APIs and shutting others down entirely.
  
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• AutoComplete: Tesla builds 5,000 Model 3s in a week, kinda video - Roadshow

  02-07-2018 21:45 via cnet.com
  Plus: Volkswagen might be eyeing a Beetle EV and Dodge prices the Redeye.
  
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• Univision channels blocked from Dish, companies blame each other - CNET

  02-07-2018 21:24 via cnet.com
  The standoff is bad news for Spanish-language viewers.
  
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• Lyft debuts 'Lyft Bikes' with Motivate acquisition - CNET

  02-07-2018 21:06 via cnet.com
  The ride-hailing company is getting into the bikeshare game.
  
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• Watch live as NASA scours the ocean floor for meteorites - CNET

  02-07-2018 21:05 via cnet.com
  The Exploration Vessel Nautilus is livestreaming what could be the first recovery of a meteorite from the bottom of the ocean.
  
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• 2019 Kia Niro EV should arrive in US later this year - Roadshow

  02-07-2018 21:00 via cnet.com
  It'll likely hit EV-crazy states like California and Oregon first.
  
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• 52 indoor security cameras for a safer smart home - CNET

  02-07-2018 20:50 via cnet.com
  You can't always keep an eye on things at home, so these smart security cameras promise to do the heavy lifting on your behalf.
  
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• World Cup memes: Neymar hams it up as Brazil knocks out Mexico - CNET

  02-07-2018 20:49 via cnet.com
  The Brazilian star is known for dramatic fake-outs, and fans say his latest reaction to getting stepped on is Oscar-worthy.
  
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• You can test the (near) final version of Android P with Beta 3 - CNET

  02-07-2018 20:43 via cnet.com
  Maybe now it's safe enough to download the beta on your Android device.
  
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• How facial recognition ID'd the Capital Gazette shooter - CNET

  02-07-2018 20:39 via cnet.com
  Police praised the technology. But some say it presents several issues, including inaccuracies and the potential for mass surveillance.
  
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• 2019 Buick LaCrosse Sport Touring freshens up the look a bit - Roadshow

  02-07-2018 20:35 via cnet.com
  Don't expect any extra power, just some flashier aesthetics.
  
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• Here's the latest Facebook bug that (slightly) compromised your privacy - CNET

  02-07-2018 20:32 via cnet.com
  Did you block someone on Facebook? They might have seen your posts anyhow.
  
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• The Galaxy Note 9's S Pen may help you take pictures or play music - CNET

  02-07-2018 20:25 via cnet.com
  The S Pen could gain all-new functions as a Bluetooth controller.
  
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• SpaceX Dragon delivers Death Wish Coffee to ISS astronauts - CNET

  02-07-2018 20:19 via cnet.com
  The International Space Station crew might never sleep again.
  
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• Your Star Wars art, photos and movies could win a Lucasfilm award - CNET

  02-07-2018 20:01 via cnet.com
  Get your Force-filled creativity going.
  
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• Jumper EZBook X4

  02-07-2018 20:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  This is the first Gemini Lake laptop we’ve seen, although it doesn’t come from a mainstream notebook manufacturer, rather a Chinese vendor called Jumper which has produced a number of devices – including the EZBook 3 Pro, EZBook 2, EZpad 6 Plus and the EZpad 5S – which have received reasonably decent reviews in the past.The EZBook X4 is the follow up to the EZBook 3 Pro and uses exactly the same chassis as the Teclast F7 although – as we will find out – there
  
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• Let Siri control your GE window air conditioner - CNET

  02-07-2018 19:52 via cnet.com
  Is it hot in here? Tell Siri to make it cooler.
  
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• Apple's USB-C mobile charger may be real if these photos are - CNET

  02-07-2018 19:41 via cnet.com
  Apple fans have been wishin' and hopin' for it to bundle a fast-charging adapter with iPhones. Purported photos of one have surfaced.
  
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• Astronomers deliver darling first image of a newborn planet - CNET

  02-07-2018 19:39 via cnet.com
  Who's a cute little planet? You are! You are!
  
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• Six months into 2018, tech has delivered some crazy headlines - CNET

  02-07-2018 19:38 via cnet.com
  From Elon Musk’s flamethrower stunt to Mark Zuckerberg’s privacy meltdown, the news has been relentless -- and far from boring. Go #TeamYanny.
  
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• HideMyAss!

  02-07-2018 19:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Editor's Note: What immediately follows is a rundown of the latest changes and additions since this review was last updated.  
  The service now has over 880 servers in 280+ locations across 190+ countries. (June 2018)The 12-month plan is a bit cheaper now - $5.99 (£4) per month.Free trial is now available worldwide.IP Shuffle feature was added. This periodically randomizes your IP address at the interval you specify.The service has clients for Windows, Mac, iOS and Android. T
  
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• Comcast Xfinity Mobile will throttle your hotspot speeds and lower video resolution - CNET

  02-07-2018 19:31 via cnet.com
  Even Xfinity Unlimited customers will feel the data squeeze.
  
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• ​SUSE acquired from Micro Focus by EQT

  02-07-2018 19:08 via zdnet.com
  The oldest Linux business, SUSE, is changing hands.
  
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• Nissan uses 148 Leaf EV batteries to power Amsterdam stadium - Roadshow

  02-07-2018 18:23 via cnet.com
  The batteries include both new and used ones.
  
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