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• US hits Iran with crippling cyberattacks, says a report - CNET

  22-06-2019 22:42 via cnet.com
  The cyberattacks took down Iranian computer networks used to control missile launches, says The Washington Post.
  
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• This $15 accessory changed how I use the AirPods - CNET

  22-06-2019 22:07 via cnet.com
  Commentary: Apple AirPods have unique features, but one inexpensive accessory can make them more usable and improve sound quality.
  
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• How to watch SpaceX, Elon Musk attempt 'most difficult launch ever' Monday - CNET

  22-06-2019 21:56 via cnet.com
  Elon Musk's most powerful rocket, the Falcon Heavy, is scheduled for its first night launch.
  
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• iOS 13: release date, beta and feature list

  22-06-2019 21:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The iOS 13 public beta release date and time could be announced in a few days, as Apple laid out a July window in which the wider beta testing would begin.That gives us time to pour over the iOS 13 features found in the developer beta right now – the ones Apple announced on stage at its WWDC 2019 keynote on June 3.You can get iOS 13 beta right now, but it isn't meant for everyone – yet. Paying Apple developers are the intended audience; Apple strongly advises normal users wait.It inc
  
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• Best medical alert systems of 2019

  22-06-2019 21:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  From 2012 to 2050, the number of US citizens over 65 years of age will almost double from just over 43 million to nearly 84 million according to the United States Census Bureau. While the baby boomers can expect an increased life expectancy for enjoying retirement, most will also want to preserve their independence for as long as possible, not least by remaining in the family home. Even so, the National Council on Aging reports that: "Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injur
  
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• Our AT&T 5G speed test yields the craziest speeds yet - CNET

  22-06-2019 20:42 via cnet.com
  At the AT&T Shape conference in LA we get a taste of smoking 5G speeds but also a glimpse into the ways you'd actually use the technology.
  
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• How to watch SpaceX, Elon Musk attempt 'most difficult launch ever' - CNET

  22-06-2019 20:34 via cnet.com
  Elon Musk's most powerful rocket, the Falcon Heavy, is scheduled for its first night launch.
  
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• How to sell your phone to get the most cash you can - CNET

  22-06-2019 18:00 via cnet.com
  These practical tips could help earn you more cash for your old iPhone or Android phone.
  
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• 5 Google Home commands you'll use every single day - CNET

  22-06-2019 18:00 via cnet.com
  Your Google Home smart speaker will soon become one of your most-used tools.
  
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• The new AirPods with wireless charging case are $180 at Amazon (save 10%) - CNET

  22-06-2019 17:59 via cnet.com
  This is Amazon's lowest price ever.
  
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• How to travel this summer without taking vacation days - CNET

  22-06-2019 17:15 via cnet.com
  Follow these practical tips for eking a vacation out of thin air.
  
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• Google will disconnect Photos and Drive. Here's how to keep your photos synced - CNET

  22-06-2019 17:00 via cnet.com
  Google will split up its Drive and Photos services on July 10.
  
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• Five of the best VR headsets

  22-06-2019 17:00
  From the Oculus Quest and Valve’s pricey Vive Pro to Nintendo’s family-friendly kits, a guide to what’s on offer in the world of virtual realitySix years after the first iteration of the Oculus Rift kickstarted the modern era of virtual reality, the now Facebook-owned company is back with not one but two new entries, joining a raft of big names from Valve’s Vive to Sony’s PlayStation VR and even Nintendo.With more options than ever to suit budgets, play styles &ndas
  
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• 10 best free movie streaming services: Netflix alternatives for 2019 - CNET

  22-06-2019 17:00 via cnet.com
  Stream all the movies or TV you want without paying a dime.
  
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• Harry Potter: Wizards Unite beats Pokemon Go every way but one - CNET

  22-06-2019 16:59 via cnet.com
  Pokemon Go was an instant hit, but Harry Potter: Wizards Unite does AR far better overall.
  
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• Serverless computing: another step away from the data center

  22-06-2019 16:58 via zdnet.com
  A seasoned enterprise storage entrepreneur explains how cloud is unfolding into the serverless revolution.
  
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• Here's how to save up to $360 on Xbox Game Pass over 3 years - CNET

  22-06-2019 16:56 via cnet.com
  If you follow these steps, you can turn your paid Xbox Live Gold subscription into up to 36 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for $1.
  
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• How much higher could proposed tariffs against China push laptop prices?

  22-06-2019 16:17 via zdnet.com
  A new report claims that the Trump administration's latest tariff proposal on goods imported from China could raise prices on new laptops by 17 percent in the U.S. On average the report finds that a new laptop would cost $120 more if the tariffs go into effect.
  
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• iPad 9.7 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5: which is the best budget tablet?

  22-06-2019 16:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If you're in the market for a tablet, but don't want to splash out too much, there are two main brands you're going to be looking at – iPads and Samsung Galaxy Tabs.Apple's most basic iPad range, most recently the iPad 9.7 (2018), brings Apple's iOS operating system from iPhones to slates, and is affordable by Apple standards.Samsung Galaxy Tabs come in various models, but the cheapest is the Tab A range, and the last entry in that line was the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 (2018). It runs on
  
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• Do you make these iPhone charging mistakes?

  22-06-2019 16:00 via zdnet.com
  My informal poll suggests that most people make at least two of these mistakes, possibly three.
  
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• JBL’s mighty little tower speaker is a keeper - CNET

  22-06-2019 15:57 via cnet.com
  Don’t misjudge JBL’s Stage A 170 by its plain vanilla looks, it’s a little powerhouse!
  
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• This digital converter sounds so good it might 'convert' LP-loving audiophiles - CNET

  22-06-2019 15:47 via cnet.com
  Denafrips may be a funny-sounding name for an audiophile electronics company, but its Ares digital converter’s sound is seriously great!
  
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• Apple could be plotting to switch to OLED for its tablet and laptop displays

  22-06-2019 15:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Your next iPad Pro or MacBook Pro could come with an OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) display attached, according to new reports from Asia. The primary reason? A shortfall in iPhone sales.According to ETNews, Apple owes a penalty to Samsung for not buying as many iPhone displays as it promised to. Apparently, that penalty might be paid through future orders for tablet and laptop devices.It's not a rumor that's come completely out of the blue – there had already been whispers that Apple
  
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• 5 ways to travel this summer without taking time off - CNET

  22-06-2019 15:00 via cnet.com
  Follow these practical tips for eking a vacation out of thin air.
  
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• 2020 iPhone could go bigger -- and smaller -- than before - CNET

  22-06-2019 15:00 via cnet.com
  The iPhone 2020 Max screen could get a sizable upgrade, while the regular iPhone screen might lose some headroom.
  
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• India asks scooter, bike makers to draw up plan for EVs: sources

  22-06-2019 14:47
  India's federal think-tank has asked scooter and motorbike manufacturers to draw up a plan to switch to electric vehicles, days after they publicly opposed the government's proposals saying they would disrupt the sector, two sources told Reuters.
  
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• Tesla Arcade just made in-car gaming way more fun video - Roadshow

  22-06-2019 14:30 via cnet.com
  Got some time to kill during your next Supercharger session? Tesla's growing selection of games just made your downtime a little more exciting.
  
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• The Ford Edge now comes with a free Co-Pilot

  22-06-2019 14:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Speed and tech are both coming to the Middle East models for Ford Edge. If you prefer performance, Ford is bringing the new Edge-ST to the region which features a 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine with 335 horsepower and 515 No of torque. That is sure to get the mid-sized SUV noticed amongst the enthusiast segment- but that’s not necesarily our typical viewer. For us techies, Ford is adding features previously found on the optional Co-Pilot 360 as standard. Every Ford Edge wi
  
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• The Tesla Model S is an excellent video game controller - Roadshow

  22-06-2019 14:00 via cnet.com
  Playing Beach Buggy Racing 2 in a brand-new Model S Long Range makes a passable game pretty darned fun.
  
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• Kubernetes and containers are growing up fast, survey shows

  22-06-2019 14:00 via zdnet.com
  Signs that container technology is finally ready for prime time.
  
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• Harry Potter: Wizards Unite versus Pokemon Go: Which is the better AR game? - CNET

  22-06-2019 14:00 via cnet.com
  Niantic pushes AR forward with its popular games Pokemon Go and Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. Which does AR better?
  
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• Harry Potter: Wizards Unite guide: How to play the new magical AR game - CNET

  22-06-2019 14:00 via cnet.com
  Chaos is spreading across the Muggle and wizarding worlds. Here’s how start battling magical dark forces in the new Harry Potter: Wizards Unite AR game from the maker of Pokemon Go.
  
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• Ford Explorer, farewell to a fallen friend and more: Roadshow's week in review - Roadshow

  22-06-2019 14:00 via cnet.com
  Here's what you missed for the week ending June 22, 2019.
  
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• FCC commissioner wants Huawei gear out of US networks - CNET

  22-06-2019 14:00 via cnet.com
  Democrat Geoffrey Starks says the US government should replace risky Chinese telecommunications gear and fund rural carriers as part of the effort.
  
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• Apple Watch 3 vs Apple Watch 4: which wearable is for you?

  22-06-2019 14:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If you’re after an Apple Watch, then chances are you’re considering the Apple Watch 4 or the Apple Watch 3. Both are still sold by Apple and they look superficially similar.However, there are a number of differences between them. So to help you make the right choice we’ve compared Apple’s two latest wearables across all the categories that matter, so you can see what’s the same, what’s different, and how much you’re going to have to pay for each.From des
  
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• 9 droolworthy Impossible Burgers you can order right now - CNET

  22-06-2019 14:00 via cnet.com
  The plant-based burger is taking the world by storm -- here are some of the most enticing versions you can buy.
  
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• Samsung Pay: Everything you need to know (FAQ) - CNET

  22-06-2019 13:00 via cnet.com
  New to Samsung Pay? This is how it works and what you need to start using your phone instead of physical cards.
  
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• Hulu with Live TV review: Frustrating menus, limited DVR spoil the deal - CNET

  22-06-2019 13:00 via cnet.com
  Basic Hulu is beloved for its low price and massive stable of on-demand shows, but the live TV version falls short of other premium cord cutter competitors.
  
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• 5G iPhones in 2020, Pixel 4 leak video - CNET

  22-06-2019 13:00 via cnet.com
  This week's major tech headlines included an analyst prediction that says 5G iPhones will come in 2020, the debut of the Facebook-founded Libra cryptocurrency and the Pixel 4 leak from none other than Google.
  
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• Netflix is testing a desktop pop-out player so you never have to stop watching

  22-06-2019 11:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Imagine how much Netflix binge watching you could do if minor inconsiderations like work, emails, or social networks weren't getting in the way. Well, that might well be easier in the future, thanks to a pop-out player Netflix is testing for Windows and macOS.First reported by Engadget, the mini player can be launched with a click from the web player in the browser, and then stays on top of other windows so you can get on with something else while keeping an eye on Netflix.It's not clear just ho
  
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• BTS All Night: How to listen to the original song right now - CNET

  22-06-2019 11:30 via cnet.com
  Start listening to the third song of the soundtrack on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Music.
  
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• Best phone service for business in 2019

  22-06-2019 11:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Editor's note: Looking for a Phone Service for your business? If you're looking for information to help you choose the one that's right for you, use the questionnaire below to have our partner site, BuyerZone, provide you with information from a variety of vendors for free:
  The modern office has become increasingly digital, and the office phone service is no different. While once a desk might have been covered with a bank of phones, now employees can use their smartphones or mobile devices
  
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• U.S. bars China supercomputer firms, institute from buying American parts

  22-06-2019 11:27
  The U.S. Commerce Department said on Friday it was adding several Chinese companies and a government-owned institute involved in supercomputing with military applications to its national security "entity list" that bars them from buying U.S. parts and components without government approval.
  
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• 100GB of data at a rock bottom price - there's no beating this iPhone XS deal

  22-06-2019 11:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  No matter which iPhone XS deal you go with, you're probably going to be paying a pretty big price for it - that's just the game Apple plays nowadays. So if you're going to put the financial investment into this premium device, you might as well go all out on data.Luckily, the kind folks over at Three have created a deal that offers up a massive 100GB of data, while somehow also being one of the lowest prices on the market - yep, we're trying to work that one out too!But no matter how they've ach
  
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• India vs Afghanistan live stream: how to watch today's Cricket World Cup 2019 from anywhere

  22-06-2019 10:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Having won all three of their completed games in progressively impressive fashion, India's reputation as Cricket World Cup 2019's best bet is growing. You'll be able to watch all the action from their next clash no matter where you are in the world by using our India vs Afghanistan live stream guide below.With solid performances across all three sides of their game, it all adds up to another daunting task for struggling tournament minnows Afghanistan, having notched up five defeats so far.
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• The iPod Touch 2019 is the cheapest way to iOS 13 - CNET

  22-06-2019 09:11 via cnet.com
  Commentary: What the latest iPod Touch lacks in screen and battery life, it makes up for in apps, games, AR and a headphone jack.
  
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• What can Google Assistant do? The best commands and actions

  22-06-2019 07:00
  
  From smart-home devices to phones and Sonos speaker control, here’s our pick of the best Google Assistant actions to try right now
  
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• The best BBQs and pizza ovens, gas and charcoal

  22-06-2019 07:00
  
  From gas and charcoal grills to al fresco pizza ovens, WIRED Recommends has your outdoor entertaining catered
  
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• TAG Heuer's radical new way to make watches? Growing carbon nanotubes

  22-06-2019 07:00
  
  We go inside the Swiss watch company's headquarters to discover how it has cooked up a remarkable method to grow its own hairsprings – the tiny spiral powerhouse at the heart of any great watch
  
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• Netflix is now streaming the most important anime series of all time

  22-06-2019 07:00
  
  Neon Genesis Evangelion is dark, serious, upsetting – and a masterpiece
  
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