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• NASA is giving away an Apollo-era Saturn rocket - CNET

  19-07-2019 23:54 via cnet.com
  The space agency will happily unload the never-flown rocket onto an organization that can pay the quarter million dollars for shipping.
  
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• Hyperreal Luke Skywalker with skeletal structure joins Hasbro Star Wars line - CNET

  19-07-2019 23:45 via cnet.com
  Exclusive: Unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con, this Luke Skywalker features super realistic details and articulation.
  
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• Four Republican lawmakers ask Trump to move forward with $10 billion Pentagon cloud contract

  19-07-2019 23:44
  Four Republican members of U.S. Congress, including House Armed Services Committee ranking member Mac Thornberry, sent a letter to President Donald Trump on Thursday urging him to move forward with a $10 billion cloud contract with the Defense Department.
  
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• Keep your phone from dying in the heat wave - CNET

  19-07-2019 23:38 via cnet.com
  It's gonna be a hot one.
  
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• Walking Dead season 10 trailer premieres at Comic-Con video - CNET

  19-07-2019 23:31 via cnet.com
  The new season starts Oct. 6 on AMC.
  
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• American Airlines and Qantas gain approval to form joint venture - CNET

  19-07-2019 23:31 via cnet.com
  The two airlines could coordinate flight pricing, sales and frequent flyer programs.
  
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• Hackers breach 62 US colleges by exploiting ERP vulnerability

  19-07-2019 23:04 via zdnet.com
  Hackers are breaching college networks and creating fake accounts that are used "almost immediately for criminal activity."
  
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• British Open 2019: How to watch Rounds 3 and 4 live without cable - CNET

  19-07-2019 23:01 via cnet.com
  Here's how cord cutters can watch the weekend action of the 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush.
  
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• Brandon Routh to play Superman again in Arrowverse crossover - CNET

  19-07-2019 22:54 via cnet.com
  Routh played Superman on the big screen before in 2006's Superman Returns.
  
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• Comic-Con 2019: Russo brothers, Endgame writers spill Avengers secrets - CNET

  19-07-2019 22:51 via cnet.com
  Heads up: Thanos was going to de-CAPitate Captain America.
  
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• Star Trek: Picard unveils first look at costumes, props at San Diego Comic-Con - CNET

  19-07-2019 22:42 via cnet.com
  The Starfleet museum returns to San Diego for Comic-Con with a large installation of Jean-Luc Picard's life.
  
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• Parrot reportedly grounds its toy drones - CNET

  19-07-2019 22:33 via cnet.com
  The French company will instead focus on its Anafi camera drone line, according to a report.
  
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• Brazilian rural schools suffer from lack of connectivity

  19-07-2019 22:30 via zdnet.com
  Infrastructure limitations and high cost of services are among the challenges faced by educators, who often use their personal devices to support teaching activities, says study.
  
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• Another NASA moonshot? Nope. You can't BS your way to space

  19-07-2019 22:29 via zdnet.com
  Opinion: For decades, NASA's been under-funded. Apollo 11 getting to the moon was a miracle of science and engineering. Can we do it again?
  
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• Tech is top for US relocation -- but one in five regret their decision

  19-07-2019 22:27 via zdnet.com
  If you work in the US technology industry, there’s a strong chance that you will locate for your work.
  
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• How Apollo 11's Neil Armstrong got to the moon landing's giant leap - CNET

  19-07-2019 22:14 via cnet.com
  His biographer talks about Armstrong's life as a pilot and astronaut, and the dark side to those experiences.
  
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• Google Pixel 4 XL case render leak shows all the angles we haven’t seen before

  19-07-2019 21:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Google Pixel 4 leaks are coming faster and faster, and there’s a new one for the larger Google Pixel 4 XL today allegedly showing the upcoming smartphone from the top, bottom and side to side – almost a complete picture of the device.This leak comes courtesy of Twitter user Sudhanshu Ambhore (@sudhanshu1414) and originally spotted by MSPowerUser. The tweets purport to show the Pixel 4 XL within and beside transparent cases. 
  This leak lines up with previous ones ... mostly.
  
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• Confusion builds over U.S. ban on Chinese surveillance technology

  19-07-2019 21:49
  Contractors who buy and install Hikvision and Dahua surveillance systems told U.S. officials on Friday that an ambiguous law that bans purchases from the two Chinese companies could harm their businesses.
  
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• Surviving the zombie apocalypse at the Walking Dead experience video - CNET

  19-07-2019 21:43 via cnet.com
  CNET's Iyaz Akhtar takes on walkers, a winter storm and a treehouse escape.
  
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• Everything to know about Star Trek: Picard - CNET

  19-07-2019 21:37 via cnet.com
  Patrick Stewart beams back into the world of Star Trek as Jean-Luc Picard. Here's all the latest news on the cast, plot, release date and dog.
  
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• Hyundai’s Active Shift Control tech makes hybrid transmissions shift faster, feel better - Roadshow

  19-07-2019 21:16 via cnet.com
  It'll debut on the new Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.
  
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• The Apple Watch Series 3 gets a price cut at Walmart's 'The Big Save' sale

  19-07-2019 21:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If you're looking for a killer deal on an Apple Watch, then you're in luck. Walmart's 'The Big Save' summer sale is happening now and has the Apple Watch Series 3 down to $199. That's an $80 discount and the lowest price we've found for the best-selling smartwatch. Walmart also has the Apple Watch 3 with Cellular on sale for $299.The Series 3 Apple Watch is a health-focused smartwatch that also keeps you connected with the ability to send messages, make calls, and receive notifications. The Appl
  
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• This site shows how much Arctic ice will melt the next time you fly - CNET

  19-07-2019 20:54 via cnet.com
  Thanks to Shameplane, first class might not seem so great anymore.
  
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• Trump tells France's Macron U.S. concerned with proposed digital services tax

  19-07-2019 20:53
  U.S. President Donald Trump spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday and expressed concerns about the country'sproposed digital services tax, the White House said.
  
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• Senegal vs Algeria live stream: how to watch African Cup of Nations 2019 final online from anywhere

  19-07-2019 20:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It all comes down to Senegal vs Algeria to see who will win the 2019 African Cup of Nations. A tournament of giant killings, dramatic finishes and great goals, it really has lived up to all expectations. Tonight's final now has the makings of being a classic. And you can watch every kick from anywhere on Earth - with this dedicated Senegal vs Algeria live stream guide.
  Senegal, who have never won the competition previously, go into the game as favourites with Betfair, having conceded just o
  
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• Best APM tools in 2019

  19-07-2019 20:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It's one thing to manage IT infrastructure and networks, but often it's the applications that require the most attention. It's not just that there can be so many of them, but also the fact they tend to update frequently which can cause problems with software conflicts and unexpected issues with hardware. This is where application performance management (APM) software tools can really reduce the IT management burden, by providing a single platform to manage all apps rather than having to man
  
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• Hyundai Elantra, Veloster Turbo set to lose manual transmissions for 2020 model year - Roadshow

  19-07-2019 20:51 via cnet.com
  It appears buyers don't give a shift about the six-speed.
  
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• An extreme heat wave is coming. What to do when your AC won't cool - CNET

  19-07-2019 20:41 via cnet.com
  Up to 200 million people across the US and Canada will be affected, putting pressure on air conditioners.
  
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• UK's Brexit-like indecision on Huawei is hurting everyone - CNET

  19-07-2019 20:38 via cnet.com
  To ban, or not to ban? UK's decision paralysis over Huawei and 5G is getting embarrassing.
  
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• Uber, Lyft drivers stage protest for better working conditions - CNET

  19-07-2019 20:33 via cnet.com
  The protest, which will take place at Uber's headquarters, comes as California considers legislation that could affect their employment status.
  
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• New policies use tech to prevent your next speeding ticket - Roadshow

  19-07-2019 20:26 via cnet.com
  New cars will start to put the brakes on speeding.
  
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• Contractor who stole 50TB of NSA data gets nine years in prison

  19-07-2019 20:01 via zdnet.com
  Prosecutors never proved former NSA contractor was the origin for the Shadow Brokers leak.
  
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• Play as your favorite Golden Girl in Funko's Funkoverse board game - CNET

  19-07-2019 19:48 via cnet.com
  You probably didn't realize how much you wanted this game.
  
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• Cadillac owners can now find and book parking through the infotainment system - Roadshow

  19-07-2019 19:42 via cnet.com
  It's all thanks to the system's online Marketplace app bazaar.
  
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• AR and VR mean business: Everything you need to know

  19-07-2019 19:07 via zdnet.com
  An executive guide to the technology and market drivers behind the hype in augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality.
  
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• When traveling this summer, protect your home with tech video - CNET

  19-07-2019 19:00 via cnet.com
  If you're planning on taking a vacation this summer, take some steps to ensure your house is safe while you're gone. Here are some tips on how to keep your home protected by tech.
  
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• New cars that keep you from speeding video - Roadshow

  19-07-2019 19:00 via cnet.com
  The new wave in driver assistance slows you down.
  
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• Phones with in-screen fingerprint scanners: Galaxy S10, OnePlus 7 Pro and more - CNET

  19-07-2019 18:41 via cnet.com
  The iPhone 11 is rumored to have an in-display fingerprint scanner. But these phones already have the feature.
  
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• Driverless Navya shuttle dings pedestrian, suspending AV trials in Vienna - Roadshow

  19-07-2019 18:29 via cnet.com
  This is the same company that had an accident with a truck in Las Vegas.
  
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• Emmy-nominated Game of Thrones finale episode ranks lowest - CNET

  19-07-2019 18:24 via cnet.com
  The Iron Throne episode is up for an Emmy, regardless of its pathetic rating on IMDb.
  
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• SpaceX video highlights Crew Dragon parachute tests - CNET

  19-07-2019 18:19 via cnet.com
  Elon Musk's space company shows off its progress as it continues to prepare for human spaceflight.
  
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• 2020 Chevrolet Corvette blends the new and the familiar - Roadshow

  19-07-2019 18:13 via cnet.com
  Chevrolet's designers have managed to keep more than a few nods to the outgoing Stingray.
  
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• Missed the 2020 Corvette livestream? You can still watch it here - Roadshow

  19-07-2019 18:02 via cnet.com
  Chevrolet scheduled the mid-engined C8 Corvette reveal past your bedtime, ammirite? Fear not, you can still get caught up here.
  
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• Netflix picks up US rights to Eurovision - CNET

  19-07-2019 18:01 via cnet.com
  The streaming giant confirms it will air the 2019 and 2020 broadcasts of the cult song contest on demand.
  
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• Walmart's Summer Sale ends Sunday: Last chance for savings on Nintendo Switch, TVs and laptops - CNET

  19-07-2019 17:57 via cnet.com
  Summer Sale savings stop Sunday.
  
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• Post-Prime Day deals still going strong: $200 off MacBook Air and Pro, Chromebooks and more - CNET

  19-07-2019 17:49 via cnet.com
  The sale is officially over. But some of the best laptop and computer deals are still available.
  
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• Survey: Tech budgets

  19-07-2019 17:48 via zdnet.com
  Take this quick, multiple choice survey and tell us about your organization's 2020 tech budget.
  
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• Corvette Racing C8.R teased during 2020 Chevy C8 reveal - Roadshow

  19-07-2019 17:27 via cnet.com
  It's a mean-lookin' race car, even with all that camouflage.
  
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• Harry Potter: Wizards Unite's first community day is Saturday - CNET

  19-07-2019 17:25 via cnet.com
  Spend a day in the summer heat to level up.
  
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• AirPods up to $20 off, Instant Pot for $50 and more Amazon deals still available - CNET

  19-07-2019 17:25 via cnet.com
  You're not too late to scoop up these few last discounts.
  
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