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• Google salutes Wizard of Oz with a ruby slipper Easter egg - CNET

  23-08-2019 23:52 via cnet.com
  Tap your heels together three times to step back in time.
  
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• Citroen let us drive the Ami and 1919 concept cars video - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 23:34 via cnet.com
  Designed for urban driving and long distances, respectively, the Ami and the 1919 represent Citroen's vision of the future.
  
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• Brazil adds state-controlled tech firms to privatization plan

  23-08-2019 23:34 via zdnet.com
  Sale of assets is expected to raise over $300 billion - but measures to protect citizen data following the privatization are yet to be announced.
  
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• The new mobile phone scam delivering a problem

  23-08-2019 22:57 via bbc.co.uk
  Why are fraudsters arranging for a brand new phone to unexpectedly be delivered to your door?
  
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• Qualcomm interim CFO David Wise to retire

  23-08-2019 22:48
  Chipmaker Qualcomm Inc said on Friday interim Chief Financial Officer Dave Wise will retire, effective immediately, and named Akash Palkhiwala as a temporary replacement.
  
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• BMW M8 Gran Coupe set for Los Angeles debut - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 22:35 via cnet.com
  The M8 will spawn two extra doors this November.
  
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• Police to sell hacker's $1.1 million Bitcoin stash to compensate victims

  23-08-2019 22:27 via zdnet.com
  Hacker told to give up bitcoins or face four more years in prison.
  
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• Tom Holland and Robert Downey Jr. reunite amid Spider-Man split reports - CNET

  23-08-2019 22:19 via cnet.com
  Iron Man loves Spidey 3000.
  
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• Survey details top reasons consumers avoid electric cars - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 22:15 via cnet.com
  The factors aren't surprising. Not even a little bit.
  
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• Jon Favreau 'cautiously hopeful' Spider-Man will stay in Marvel Universe - CNET

  23-08-2019 22:14 via cnet.com
  Speaking at Disney's D23 Expo event, the director said he hoped Marvel and Sony would work out their spider-beef.
  
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• Electric carmaker Nio to lay off 1,200 employees - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 22:09 via cnet.com
  The cuts follow news the company's co-founder is retiring.
  
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• The best meat delivery deals for Labor Day weekend 2019 - CNET

  23-08-2019 22:00 via cnet.com
  Can't-miss meat deals, comin' in hot!
  
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• I ate Oscar Mayer's hot dog ice cream sandwich and lived - CNET

  23-08-2019 21:48 via cnet.com
  Look upon my works, ye mighty, and despair!
  
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• This awesome AirPods alternative is on sale for $59 - CNET

  23-08-2019 21:42 via cnet.com
  Normally $80, the Anker Soundcore Liberty Air offers a few key advantages over AirPods.
  
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• Google Photos will now search for text in your pictures -- here's how - CNET

  23-08-2019 21:42 via cnet.com
  Being able to quickly find pictures based on a sign or word combo is huge, and you'll be able to copy and paste text, to boot.
  
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• Google Pixel 4 rumors: 'Face ID', gesture controls, leaks, design, specs, price and more - CNET

  23-08-2019 21:30 via cnet.com
  Google's next flagship is definitely on its way. Keep tabs on the other rumors about the Pixel 4 and 4 XL.
  
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• Facebook was concerned about 'sketchy' Cambridge Analytica four years ago - CNET

  23-08-2019 21:26 via cnet.com
  The social network was looking into the consultancy's practices back in September 2015.
  
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• NASA considering all-female crew for Artemis moon mission - CNET

  23-08-2019 21:14 via cnet.com
  NASA may end up putting the first two women on the moon in 2024.
  
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• Apple shares drop after Trump says US 'doesn't need China' - CNET

  23-08-2019 21:07 via cnet.com
  The president says US companies should start looking for an alternative.
  
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• Here are the electric and self-driving Toyotas for the 2020 Olympics - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 21:06 via cnet.com
  The Japanese automaker said 90% of its Olympic vehicle fleet in Tokyo will be electrified.
  
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• App looks to get tips from coffee drinkers to Colombia growers

  23-08-2019 20:57
  An app that sends money in the form of tips from appreciative caffeine devotees around the world to coffee growers in Colombia could help farmers battered by dismal prices earn more income, the initiative's founder said.
  
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• 'I hereby order': Trump mocked for highly formal, meaningless decree

  23-08-2019 20:39 via theguardian.com
  Trump’s demand that US companies boycott China, which he doesn’t have the power to enforce, inspired responses on TwitterLeaning further into a burgeoning economic war with China of his own design, Donald Trump on Friday levied a series of bizarre demands of American companies who do business in the country.They included an order for American firms to cease production in China. Continue reading...
  
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• VMware welcomes estranged sibling Pivotal back home

  23-08-2019 20:38 via zdnet.com
  VMWare acquires both Pivotal Software and Carbon Black.
  
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• Lynk & Co's 03 Cyan concept sets two 'Ring records at once - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 20:32 via cnet.com
  The 528-horsepower sedan is now the fastest four-door car and the fastest front-wheel-drive car around the Nordschleife.
  
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• Honda's new airbags act like a baseball glove for your face - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 20:24 via cnet.com
  Not just one inflatable element, but three work to protect the occupant.
  
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• FAA warns you not to put a flamethrower on that drone - CNET

  23-08-2019 20:18 via cnet.com
  Guns, bombs, fireworks and other dangerous items also aren't allowed.
  
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• Tesla secures a battery partner for Gigafactory Shanghai, report says - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 19:58 via cnet.com
  The big T will be teaming up with South Korea's LG Chem to supply the factory with 2170 cells for Model 3 and eventually Model Y production.
  
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• Comcast, Charter will reportedly use Verizon for 5G service - CNET

  23-08-2019 19:15 via cnet.com
  Xfinity Mobile and Spectrum Mobile are getting 5G.
  
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• Amazon lists thousands of banned and unsafe items for sale, investigation says - CNET

  23-08-2019 19:12 via cnet.com
  Items offered by third-party sellers included toys and medications that lacked warnings about risks, says The Wall Street Journal.
  
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• How to clean your Roomba's bin, filter and brushes - CNET

  23-08-2019 19:02 via cnet.com
  Some pointers to keep your Roomba humming in tip-top shape.
  
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• AutoComplete: Audi RS6 is coming to the US and Ford's finally (maybe) unveiling its Mustang-inspired EV video - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 19:01 via cnet.com
  Today on AutoComplete we finally get the fast Audi wagon we deserve and Aston Martin readies its first SUV for its debut.
  
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• Tech to help you get ready for football season video - CNET

  23-08-2019 19:00 via cnet.com
  Football fans, get ready: The 2019 NFL season is about to kick off. Regardless of who you’re rooting for, now is the time to get your tech in check. In this Tech Minute, here are the must-have TVs, apps and tech to keep your head in the game.
  
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• The Mandalorian: Cast, trailer, plot, release date and more Star Wars details - CNET

  23-08-2019 18:38 via cnet.com
  Here's everything we know about the live-action Star Wars series starring Pedro Pascal, as we await the Disney Plus streaming service.
  
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• These 4 things are on sale for $10 or less, and you should get them all - CNET

  23-08-2019 18:24 via cnet.com
  Plus: A sweet retro mini-fridge for $99 and a super-versatile coffeemaker for $50.
  
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• YouTubers Union has big demands. Google won't negotiate - CNET

  23-08-2019 18:20 via cnet.com
  Google will meet with the unions in Berlin, but YouTube said it isn't going to "negotiate their demands."
  
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• China plans to resume 25% tariffs on US car imports - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 18:07 via cnet.com
  The tariffs will once again take effect starting this December.
  
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• How bad are America's highways? Study shows worsening conditions - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 18:01 via cnet.com
  The US made incremental progress for decades, but the trend has deteriorated.
  
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• Hong Kong protesters warn of Telegram feature that can disclose their identities

  23-08-2019 18:01 via zdnet.com
  Message shared on discussion boards sparks panic among protesters.
  
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• 7 new ideas for your old phone if you buy the Note 10 - CNET

  23-08-2019 18:00 via cnet.com
  Don't know what to do with that old phone? Turn it into a cool new device.
  
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• 6 innovative products to help you eat more vegetables - CNET

  23-08-2019 18:00 via cnet.com
  It ain't easy eating green.
  
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• Modern Warfare's multiplayer Gunfight mode now available on PS4 - CNET

  23-08-2019 17:16 via cnet.com
  The alpha is free and will last throughout the weekend.
  
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• Audi AI:Trail concept teases an electric off-roader for the future - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 17:12 via cnet.com
  Audi is taking electrification to the unbeaten path.
  
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• Growing seafood from fish cells video - CNET

  23-08-2019 17:00 via cnet.com
  We visited Blue Nalu headquarters, one of the few companies developing the technology needed to make seafood from a sample of fish cells.What begins as fish in a dish could someday become factory-scale 3D-printed fish fillets and lobster tails.
  
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• Ballers returns to HBO Now for final season - CNET

  23-08-2019 16:53 via cnet.com
  The show starring Dwayne Johnson streams its fifth (and final) season premiere this weekend.
  
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• YouTubers Union wants big changes from YouTube. Google just responded - CNET

  23-08-2019 16:43 via cnet.com
  It's an "extensive answer," the union says, without more detail.
  
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• Disney Plus: Release dates, prices, movies and shows to expect on the streaming service - CNET

  23-08-2019 16:38 via cnet.com
  Disney Plus will stream movies and originals from Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar and its own studio. Disney also plans to give super fans a first glimpse at D23.
  
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• Modern Warfare's new multiplayer Gunfight mode now available on PS4 - CNET

  23-08-2019 16:37 via cnet.com
  The alpha is free and will last throughout the weekend.
  
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• VW recalls 679,000 cars for rollaway risk - Roadshow

  23-08-2019 16:36 via cnet.com
  Drivers may be able to remove the key while the car isn't in park.
  
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• Facebook's Libra backers reportedly looking to cut ties with cryptocurrency - CNET

  23-08-2019 16:25 via cnet.com
  Concerns about Facebook's digital currency keep piling up.
  
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• Samsonite executive: How the right data makes online shopping more personal (CxOTalk interview)

  23-08-2019 16:17 via zdnet.com
  The luggage maker's global chief e-commerce officer explains how data drives customer experience in e-commerceand how you can improve results in your company.
  
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