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• MIT unveils new 'blackest black' material and makes a diamond disappear - CNET

  14-09-2019 21:04 via cnet.com
  MIT joins a fascinating field that already includes Vantablack.
  
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• Microsoft's dual-screen Surface device may use liquid-powered hinges

  14-09-2019 19:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Rumors and patent leaks related to Microsoft’s still fabled foldable, dual-screen Surface device have been swirling around since 2018, with one even hinting at a 2020 release of a foldable Microsoft Surface with Android app compatibility. And yet such an actual device still has to be announced or revealed.With Microsoft’s October 2 event mere weeks away, however, during which the Redmond behemoth is anticipated to release new Surface hardware as well as some Surface accessories, it&r
  
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• iPhone 11 Pro vs. Galaxy Note 10: This is what a $1,000 phone buys you today - CNET

  14-09-2019 18:09 via cnet.com
  Cameras, battery life, storage and more: Apple takes on Samsung's phones on value for money.
  
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• iOS 13 vs. Android 10: Where Apple and Google are now - CNET

  14-09-2019 18:08 via cnet.com
  When it comes to software, iPhone and Android phones are neck and neck.
  
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• Facebook removes altered Conservative advertisement

  14-09-2019 17:40 via bbc.co.uk
  The Tories "misused" the platform when they changed the headline on a BBC News story, the company says.
  
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• Apple is neglecting the MacBook in favor of the iPhone 11 – and that could cost it dearly

  14-09-2019 17:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  You might have noticed that Apple released a few new smartphones recently – including the iPhone 11 Pro, and while the Cupertino company gushed about its latest handsets, it became ever more apparent that it seems almost completely uninterested in its Macs and MacBooks.I can sort of understand why. Smartphones are still thought of as exciting and modern, and they are a reliable way of getting people to fork out their hard-earned money every few years.Laptops like the MacBook, however, are
  
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• The LG G8X ThinQ has a secret weapon that makes it a gaming beast

  14-09-2019 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  First, a quick disclaimer: I'm the world's biggest (read: outside of Korea, possibly only) LG smartphone fan. Or at least that's sometimes how it feels in the world of tech. While the masses sing the praises of Apple, Samsung and Huawei handsets, I sit quietly fawning over my LG G7 ThinQ, gazing longingly at its modest spec sheet with the "that'll do pig" pride of the farmer from Babe.But I might have an actual winner on my hands this year: the LG G8X ThinQ, revealed at IFA 2019, might be t
  
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• Oculus Insight: how Facebook unplugged VR and opened virtual worlds to everyone

  14-09-2019 16:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  VR can be a pain – setting up sensors or emitters, connecting cables and configuring the hardware can take so long, it might not seem worthwhile for a quick gaming session. It’s all too easy for that expensive VR headset to be left gathering dust – even if you’ve invested in a powerful gaming PC to support it.The release of Oculus Go in 2018 went some way towards changing that, offering a VR experience that was fully self-contained, with no wires or need for additional ha
  
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• 9 vegan YouTube cooking shows you can't miss - CNET

  14-09-2019 16:00 via cnet.com
  These shows serve up plant-based cooking know-how and entertainment too.
  
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• More details of Facebook's video streaming Portal box leak out

  14-09-2019 15:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Rumors were already swirling about Facebook readying a new Portal device that streams media to your television set, and a new report fills in some of the details about the gadget, which is set to launch before the end of the year.Sources speaking to Variety have backed up claims that a media streaming device is indeed on the way, one that doesn't have its own screen but attaches to the larger one sat in your living room.The original Facebook Portal and Portal+ devices were focused on audio and v
  
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• 11 everyday products that relieve pain with far-infrared therapy - CNET

  14-09-2019 15:15 via cnet.com
  From pajamas to panty liners, companies are infusing everything with bioceramic particles.
  
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• Heapdhone deal: V-Moda Crossfade Wireless for only $100 - CNET

  14-09-2019 14:59 via cnet.com
  Amazon is once again discounting V-Moda's original over-ear wireless Bluetooth headphone to $100 for a limited time.
  
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• Headphone deal: V-Moda Crossfade Wireless for only $100 - CNET

  14-09-2019 14:59 via cnet.com
  Amazon is once again discounting V-Moda's original over-ear wireless Bluetooth headphone to $100 for a limited time.
  
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• Streaks, the $5 app that inspired me to floss for 100 straight days - CNET

  14-09-2019 14:00 via cnet.com
  The super simple tracking tool helps you build those good habits.
  
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• Google's smart home ecosystem is a complete mess - CNET

  14-09-2019 14:00 via cnet.com
  Is it time to leave the Nest?
  
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• Apple built UWB into the iPhone 11. Here's what you need to know (FAQ) - CNET

  14-09-2019 14:00 via cnet.com
  Ultra wideband wireless technology will precisely pinpoint your location.
  
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• Vision Mercedes Simplex concept throws it way back to the early 1900s - Roadshow

  14-09-2019 13:00 via cnet.com
  Rarely do new concepts pay homage to this era.
  
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• The 'magic' buttons on this Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 might be the future of cockpit control

  14-09-2019 13:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The interface available in cars will dictate the future of driving. The more intuitive the controls, the easier we can navigate through menus, and the more fluidly we can find autonomous driving features, the more we can focus on other tasks – like drinking a cup of coffee or testing.In a recent test of a 2019 Mercedes-AMG CLS 53, two Touch Control buttons, as they're called, made driving more enjoyable. I was able to easily move my left thumb over to the 'magic' button on my left to contr
  
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• The iPhone 11 supports Wi-Fi 6. Here's what that means for you - CNET

  14-09-2019 13:00 via cnet.com
  The iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max are the newest phones that support next-gen Wi-Fi 6 connections. Here's what you should know about that.
  
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• iOS 13 vs. Android 10: Where Apple, Google win and lose - CNET

  14-09-2019 13:00 via cnet.com
  When it comes to software, iPhone and Android phones are neck and neck.
  
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• AT&T TV Now review: Great interface and HBO don't make up for missing channels - CNET

  14-09-2019 13:00 via cnet.com
  The streaming service formerly known as DirecTV Now is easy to use, but mandatory HBO and a smaller selection of other channels is a tough sell.
  
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• Apple debuts line of iPhone 11s, Nintendo's new fitness gadget video - CNET

  14-09-2019 13:00 via cnet.com
  This week's major tech stories include Apple's new trio of iPhone 11 devices, a new fitness accessory and game for Nintendo's Switch console and California's Uber and Lyft drivers getting one step closer to employment classification.
  
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• Alienware m15 R2 review: Sublime style and speed for gamers on the go - CNET

  14-09-2019 13:00 via cnet.com
  The company's thinnest 15.6-inch gaming laptop gets slimmed down even more, but isn't lacking in graphics performance, display speed or sports car styling.
  
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• How to sell your old phone for the most possible money - CNET

  14-09-2019 12:00 via cnet.com
  Whether you're trading in an old phone to your carrier, using an online trade-in site or selling it on your own, these tips could help you get more cash for your phone.
  
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• Best Android phones of 2019 - CNET

  14-09-2019 12:00 via cnet.com
  Hand-picked by CNET editors, these are the best Android phones right now.
  
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• Final Fantasy 7 Remake has a turn-based ‘Classic Mode’ for fans of the original

  14-09-2019 11:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The upcoming Final Fantasy 7 Remake will have a Classic Mode for those that prefer the turn-based combat of the original 1997 release. The news was confirmed on stage at the Tokyo Game Show by producer Yoshinore Kitase and the game’s official Twitter account posted a translated recap of the presentation and what fans can expect from Classic Mode compared to the game's Standard Mode.
  Can't wait for Final Fantasy 7? The Final Fantasy 8 remake could tide you overHands on with the Final F
  
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• The Pixel 4 camera app leaks, showing off new modes and interface tweaks

  14-09-2019 11:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Thanks to some handsets apparently getting out into the wild ahead of time, we already know quite a bit about the Google Pixel 4 phones. Now we've been given a closer look at the camera app that will ship with the phone, which tells us even more.The team at XDA Developers were given the app code, as taken from one of the preview Pixel 4 handsets, and they've been playing around with the app after sideloading it on an older Pixel phone.Options such as Night Sight, Motion Photos and Time Lapse hav
  
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• iPhone 11 Pro: How to tell whether to upgrade or not - CNET

  14-09-2019 11:30 via cnet.com
  Preorders for the new iPhone 11 and 11 Pro have begun, so let's see what features new models have over last year's iPhones.
  
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• Fury vs Wallin live stream: how to watch the boxing online from anywhere tonight

  14-09-2019 11:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  With his career back on track, Tyson Fury is looking to his extend his undefeated record against Sweden's Otto Wallin tonight. The showdown is all set for the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and you can live stream Fury vs Wallin as it happens - and no matter where you are - by following this guide.
  This unorthodox boxing style and showmanship means that any Fury fight is going to be just about unmissable. It's been just three months since the Gypsy King's last fight on US soil, following his impres
  
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• The best smart garage door controllers of 2019 - CNET

  14-09-2019 11:00 via cnet.com
  When it comes to smart garage door openers, you have lots of options. Here's a look at our favorites.
  
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• 2019 BMW X3 M40i: M influence makes everything more fun - Roadshow

  14-09-2019 11:00 via cnet.com
  While it's not the X3 M, the M40i is still a great deal of fun with a turbocharged six-cylinder engine, suspension upgrades and slightly more aggressive styling touches.
  
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• Little Mix's Jesy Nelson doc: Online bullying and what to do about it

  14-09-2019 10:41 via bbc.co.uk
  What can you do if you're being cyber-bullied? Hannah Adams, from Jesy Nelson's new doc, tells us.
  
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• Official Sword and Shield website teases a brand new Pokémon

  14-09-2019 10:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A brand new Pokémon is being teased for the upcoming Generation 8 titles Pokémon Sword and Shield, but at the moment it’s not entirely clear what that Pokémon is. On the official Pokémon Twitter it was posted that a brand new Pokémon has been discovered with a link purporting to lead to some Galar region research. The link leads to the official website for Sword and Shield  where a glitched image of a Pokémon now appears. Chase this
  
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• iPhone pre-orders are live: these are the top five iPhone 11 deals to go for this weekend

  14-09-2019 10:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple fans, take a deep breath because your time has come - iPhone 11 deals are now available to pre-order. We've seen the features, we've observed the camera capabilities and now we know the prices of contracts on pre-order.Of course, you've likely seen a few different iPhone 11 deals float by, not completely sure which one to go for. But luckily we're here to help. We've seen a lot of these kind of launches now and have a pretty good inkling for what makes a good offer - spoiler alert...they'r
  
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• HTC launches the Vive Cosmos VR headset video - CNET

  14-09-2019 09:52 via cnet.com
  HTC launches the Vive Cosmos VR headset
  
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• Cyberpunk 2077 release date, trailers, gameplay, and that Keanu Reeves cameo

  14-09-2019 09:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Cyberpunk 2077 will be hacking into our digital lives in only a few months – but the more teasers, trailers, and gameplay we get to see, the less sure we can wait that long before CD Projekt Red's massive dystopian RPG actually comes to our screens.Landing on Xbox One, PC, and PS4, Cyberpunk 2077 looks set to be a vast open-world game, draped in dizzying neon colors and futuristic gadgetry, and packed with more branching storylines than you could shake a high-tech drone at.In both an exten
  
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• Realme XT 730G with 30W VOOC charging teased, launch set for December

  14-09-2019 09:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  On the heels of the announcement of Realme XT in India on Friday, Realme Mobiles teased their next smartphone due out in December. Realme XT 730G was introduced as the company's gaming-centric offering and will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G. During the launch event, there wasn't any mention of the much-rumored Realme XT Pro.Realme CEO Madhav Sheth stated that “this version will be named as Realme XT 730G. There will be many more surprises along with 730G in December.” Well,
  
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• Why can't Apple match its Watch dominance with the iPhone?

  14-09-2019 07:00
  
  Apple wearable is by any standards a runaway success, leaving competitors looking like they're standing still. Conversely, the iPhone is suffering declining sales and a lack of innovation. Can both these devices really be made by the same company?
  
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• The Asus ZenBook Pro Duo has two screens. But is it a good laptop?

  14-09-2019 07:00
  
  The ZenBook is one of the most innovative laptops on the market, and two screens can certainly make sense in some situations – but, elsewhere, this machine has been compromised in several important ways
  
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• Operation Yellowhammer fails to address some serious no-deal Brexit issues

  14-09-2019 07:00
  
  The impact of a no-deal Brexit will be much more complicated than the six-page document lets on
  
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• Gambling firms can't cope with how VAR is changing football

  14-09-2019 07:00
  
  VAR is confusing fans and enraging players and managers. But it could help level the playing field for people betting on football, as gambling firms race to adjust their algorithms
  
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• Disney CEO Bob Iger resigns from Apple board as TV battle looms

  14-09-2019 06:30
  Apple Incsaid on Friday that Walt Disney CoChief Executive Officer Bob Iger had resigned from the company's board of directors on Sept. 10 as the two companies prepare to compete head-to-head in the streaming television business.
  
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• Apple's app store eyed in U.S. Congress antitrust probe

  14-09-2019 03:18
  The U.S. House Judiciary Committee on Friday requested information from Apple Inc Chief Executive Tim Cook as part of an investigation of competition in digital markets.
  
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• Apple, Facebook, Amazon, Google emails demanded in U.S. House panel probe

  14-09-2019 03:18
  A U.S. House of Representatives panel on Friday demanded internal emails, detailed financial information and other company records from top executives of Amazon.com Inc., Facebook Inc, Apple Inc, and Alphabet Inc's Google, widening the antitrust probe of Big Tech.
  
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• Apple has sour reaction to Goldman Sachs' analyst note

  14-09-2019 02:14
  Apple Incstruck out at a Goldman Sachs Group Incanalyst on Friday in a relatively rare public dust-up between a blue chip Wall Street firm and its client.
  
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• Apple counters Goldman call on 'negative impact' of Apple TV+ trial

  14-09-2019 02:13
  Apple Inc on Friday disputed a Goldman Sachs research note which stated that the company's plans to account for the trial of its new streaming service Apple TV+ will have a "material negative impact" on its results.
  
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• The hobbyists competing to make AI human

  14-09-2019 01:46 via bbc.co.uk
  The Loebner Prize, one of the few real-life Turing Tests, comes to Swansea this weekend.
  
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• Instagram fact-check: Can a new flagging tool stop fake news?

  14-09-2019 01:21 via bbc.co.uk
  Users can now flag false Instagram content to fact-checkers but experts believe there is more to do to fight disinformation.
  
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• IoT devices still major target for cyberattacks

  14-09-2019 01:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  During the first half of 2019, cybercriminals increased the intensity of both IoT and SMB-related attacks according to a new report from F-Secure.The firm's “Attack Landscape H1 2019” report highlighted the threat unsecured IoT devices can pose to businesses and consumers as well as the continued popularity of Eternal Blue and similar exploits two years after the WannaCry ransomware was released on the world.F-Secure uses decoy servers called honeypots to lure in attackers to collect
  
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• Is CBD safe for your pets? - CNET

  14-09-2019 01:05 via cnet.com
  A leading veterinary cannabis researcher explains what experts do and don’t know about giving animals CBD.
  
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