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• PlayStation Vue is dead. These are the best alternatives - CNET

  29-10-2019 23:54 via cnet.com
  What now? Have no fear, we've got the scoop on all the streaming services for Vue-gitives.
  
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• Samsung shows off foldable flip phone design - CNET

  29-10-2019 23:31 via cnet.com
  At its 2019 Samsung Developer Conference, the phone-maker showed a mockup of its One UI 2 software on what looks like a flip phone. Sorry, Motorola.
  
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• NordVPN review: Revamping security practices, but still useful

  29-10-2019 23:22 via zdnet.com
  NordVPN is a hugely popular VPN service. But how does it perform? We take a deep dive into features, capabilities, and performance of this well-known VPN offering.
  
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• Honda's naming structure for hybrids and electric vehicles is getting weird - Roadshow

  29-10-2019 23:12 via cnet.com
  Instead of badging them as "Hybrid" or "electric," the big H is going all in on its new scheme.
  
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• Facebook emphasizes women's safety on social media - CNET

  29-10-2019 23:07 via cnet.com
  It's using AI, machine learning and policy to fight abuse and harassment of women online.
  
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• Google workers sidestepping controversial Chrome tool sparks security worries - CNET

  29-10-2019 23:00 via cnet.com
  "I'm deeply concerned," a Google security engineer says.
  
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• Google workers sidestepping controversial Chrome tool sparks security concerns - CNET

  29-10-2019 23:00 via cnet.com
  "I'm deeply concerned," a Google security engineer said.
  
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• Google workers sidestepping controversial Chrome tool spark security concerns - CNET

  29-10-2019 23:00 via cnet.com
  "I'm deeply concerned," a Google security engineer said.
  
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• Luigi's Mansion 3 for Nintendo Switch is frighteningly cheap right now - CNET

  29-10-2019 22:59 via cnet.com
  Luigi stars in a charming new title, and right now you can get it for $50.
  
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• Samsung discusses Bixby adoption, SmartThings expansion, and One UI 2 improvements

  29-10-2019 22:52 via zdnet.com
  The Samsung Developer Conference keynote was conducted by several Samsung executives covered a range of topics focused on helping developers continue to provide enhanced experiences for Samsung users.
  
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• Facebook sues Israeli surveillance vendor over WhatsApp zero-day

  29-10-2019 22:52 via zdnet.com
  Facebook says NSO Group developed WhatsApp zero-day used in May 2019 attacks against attorneys, journalists, human rights activists, political dissidents, diplomats, and government officials.
  
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• WhatsApp sues Israeli firm, accusing it of hacking activists' phones

  29-10-2019 22:49 via theguardian.com
  NSO Group’s spyware allegedly used in cyber-attacks on lawyers and journalistsWhatsApp has launched an unprecedented lawsuit against a cyber weapons firm which it has accused of being behind secret attacks on more than 100 human rights activists, lawyers, journalists, and academics in just two weeks earlier this year.The social media firm is suing NSO Group, an Israeli surveillance company, saying it is responsible for a series of highly sophisticated cyber-attacks which it claims violated
  
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• Dell's new rugged tablet is designed for the harshest environments

  29-10-2019 22:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Dell has announced its new Latitude 7220 Rugged Extreme tablet which was built from the ground up to meet the demands of those working in the most extreme environments.The new rugged tablet was designed to provide the mobility and connectivity needs required by field users to help them stay productive.The Latitude 7220 Rugged Extreme tablet can even be used in extremely hot environments such as deserts or in an extremely cold locations such as the Arctic. The device features an enhanced 1,000 NI
  
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• Xbox One console streaming is here - CNET

  29-10-2019 22:35 via cnet.com
  You'll be able to stream your Xbox One console library to your Android device.
  
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• The best 17-inch laptop 2019: top large screen laptops for your money

  29-10-2019 22:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The best 17-inch laptops are at the top of the notebook food chain. These sometimes hulking beasts often stand out from the pack, perhaps bearing lurid colorful stripes, and maybe large air vents or spoiler-type ridges that make them look more like a sports car than a portable PC.17-inch laptops are often built for gamers, with their large screens being ideal in terms of making out the finer details of those gorgeous graphics – or indeed spotting your opponents in an online shooter.And of
  
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• Spider eyes inspire future-tech that could let nanobots see - CNET

  29-10-2019 22:23 via cnet.com
  Harvard researchers are looking to nature for answers on tiny camera tech.
  
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• The one smart home thing Apple could do better than anyone - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:51 via cnet.com
  Commentary: If Apple's going to catch up in the smart home, the time is now.
  
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• Google brings its .new TLD to the rest of the internet

  29-10-2019 21:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After announcing its “.new” top-level domain (TLD) last year, Google has now announced that it is bringing .new shortcuts to the rest of the internet.Businesses and organizations will now be able to register their own .new domain to generate a .new shortcut that will work with their own web apps.Microsoft and Spotify have already jumped on the opportunity with Microsoft registering “word.new” to create a new Word document and Spotify registering “playlist.new”
  
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• AMD meets Q3 earnings expectations

  29-10-2019 21:47 via zdnet.com
  The chipmaker's Q4 outlook failed to impress, following AMD's first full quarter of 7nm Ryzen, Radeon and Epyc processor sales.
  
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• HBO Max streaming service: Every show, movie coming so far - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:43 via cnet.com
  From Friends to a Dune spinoff to a Perry Mason reboot, here's everything HBO Max has lined up.
  
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• 911 calls need vertical location accuracy, FCC's Ajit Pai says - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:41 via cnet.com
  It would help first responders find what floor people are calling from in an apartment or office building.
  
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• The failure of advertising is creating a greater digital divide

  29-10-2019 21:40 via zdnet.com
  Media companies are being forced into a subscription model because deflationary advertising trends cannot support high-quality free content -- and that's very bad for society.
  
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• Facebook sues Israel's NSO Group over alleged WhatsApp hack

  29-10-2019 21:32
  Facebook Incon Tuesday sued Israeli cyber surveillance firm NSO Group, alleging it hacked users of its messaging platform WhatsApp earlier this year.
  
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• Quick-charge your phone in the car for less than $5 - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:30 via cnet.com
  YI's Quick Charge 3.0-compatible charger can take your phone from zero to 80% in a half hour.
  
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• MacBook Pro 16-inch: 4 rumors swirling around Apple's jumbo laptop - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:30 via cnet.com
  We may even see a major redesign sometime before Black Friday.
  
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• Samsung announces Galaxy Book Flex and Ion: Premium ultra-thin laptops with QLED displays

  29-10-2019 21:25 via zdnet.com
  While hosting the Samsung Developer Conference in San Jose, the company introduced two new ultra-portable laptops that look fantastic and are built for enhanced experiences.
  
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• FireEye fourth-quarter revenue forecast beats estimates

  29-10-2019 21:24
  Cybersecurity firm FireEye Incon Tuesday raised its annual revenue guidance and forecast fourth-quarter revenue above analysts' estimates, helped by a rise in cloud subscriptions.
  
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• New macOS Catalina 10.15.1 update supports AirPods Pro, AMD Navi graphics

  29-10-2019 21:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple has just introduced a new update to macOS Catalina in the form of macOS 10.15.1. While it may be a small increment, it's coming with some new features and support for AirPods Pro as well as AMD's newest graphics cards.Naturally, the update comes with a number of fixes for some of macOS Catalina's problems. As Apple has put an end to the reign of iTunes, the update makes migrating from iTunes to other apps more reliable. It also fixes some issues with the TV, Music and Podcasts apps that re
  
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• Everything Samsung announced at its Developer Conference video - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:22 via cnet.com
  At Samsung's Developer Conference in San Jose, the company gave us a first look at its One UI 2 mobile phone operating system, a Galaxy Fold compact design and a whole new line of Galaxy notebooks.
  
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• Hyundai HDC-6 Neptune is art deco on wheels - Roadshow

  29-10-2019 21:20 via cnet.com
  It's a pretty fantastic-looking semi.
  
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• Razer Junglecat puts Joy-Con-like controllers on your Android phone - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:14 via cnet.com
  A potentially more portable controller for your mobile gaming fun.
  
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• Facebook sues surveillance company NSO Group over alleged WhatsApp hack - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:13 via cnet.com
  The lawsuit claims the Israeli surveillance company attempted to hack about 1,400 people using WhatsApp.
  
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• Increase in Antarctic sea ice could trigger an ice age, study finds - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:09 via cnet.com
  Studying the ocean's role can help scientists understand how climate works over long time periods.
  
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• Ice ages are triggered by Antarctic sea ice rising, study finds - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:09 via cnet.com
  For a cooler climate, order it on the rocks.
  
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• Ford issues three separate recalls for the Transit, Edge, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator - Roadshow

  29-10-2019 21:08 via cnet.com
  The recalls affect a total of 319,711 vehicles in North America.
  
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• 'Apex Legends' stars in EA's revenue beat

  29-10-2019 21:07
  Electronic Arts Incon Tuesday beat Wall Street estimates for quarterly revenue, boosted by the continued success of its battle royale sensation "Apex Legends".
  
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• NASA horror trailer warns of zombie exoplanets - CNET

  29-10-2019 21:00 via cnet.com
  Torrential rains of glass, beams of radiation and certain death await you on distant worlds.
  
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• Amazon Echo Buds review: Sound that rivals AirPods, plus Alexa on the go - CNET

  29-10-2019 20:55 via cnet.com
  They lack some pizzazz, but the Echo Buds are likable true wireless earbuds with always-on Alexa and Bose noise reduction.
  
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• 7 myths about the flu shot and why they aren't true - CNET

  29-10-2019 20:53 via cnet.com
  Explaining all of the misconceptions.
  
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• HBO cancels Game of Thrones prequel with Naomi Watts, reports say - CNET

  29-10-2019 20:52 via cnet.com
  The show was set far earlier than Ned Stark days, with a focus on the first battle between man and the first White Walkers.
  
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• PlayStation Vue will stop working on January 30, 2020

  29-10-2019 20:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced it is officially shutting down PlayStation Vue early next year. "Today we are announcing that we will shut down the PlayStation Vue service on January 30, 2020," SIE deputy president, John Kodera, wrote on the official PlayStation blog . "Unfortunately, the highly competitive Pay TV industry, with expensive content and network deals, has been slower to change than we expected. Because of this, we have decided to remain focused on our core ga
  
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• Uber says will not share electric bike rider data with Los Angeles

  29-10-2019 20:45
  Uber Technologies Incsaid it would not share real-time location data of its electric bike riders with the city of Los Angeles, saying it would violate their privacy.
  
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• How to watch World Series Game 6 between the Astros and Nationals live without cable - CNET

  29-10-2019 20:45 via cnet.com
  You don't need a cable subscription to stream the Fall Classic tonight on Fox.
  
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• Tesla's Model 3 is great to drive, but what's it like to own? - Roadshow

  29-10-2019 20:39 via cnet.com
  Bloomberg surveyed 5,000 owners on their first month of ownership, and the results are pretty encouraging for the automaker.
  
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• Samsung shows off foldable phone design that turns into a square - CNET

  29-10-2019 20:31 via cnet.com
  At its 2019 Samsung Developer Conference, the phone-maker showed a mockup of its One UI 2 software on what looks like a flip phone. Sorry, Motorola.
  
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• Fortnite: Fight the Storm King and complete the Fortnitemare challenges - CNET

  29-10-2019 20:19 via cnet.com
  Just in time for Halloween.
  
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• Amazon drops grocery delivery fee as competitors close in

  29-10-2019 20:14
  Amazon.com Inc is eliminating its grocery delivery charge for Prime members in the United States and making shopping easier by combining AmazonFresh and Whole Foods Market ordering on a single site, as it battles rival grocery sellers like Walmart Inc and Kroger Co.
  
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• Nissan developing advanced electric-propulsion control technologies - Roadshow

  29-10-2019 20:13 via cnet.com
  The testbed for this is a specially modified Leaf e Plus, which has been fitted with two electric motors.
  
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• Wallace and Gromit's 30th anniversary gets a commemorative coin - CNET

  29-10-2019 20:10 via cnet.com
  It features an inscription saying "cracking cheese" in Latin.
  
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• Samsung's clamshell foldable design is the future of the Galaxy Fold

  29-10-2019 20:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Samsung has plenty to say about the future of its devices at Samsung Developer Conference, but its biggest reveal came out in a video showing a new clamshell foldable phone design - which could be the future of the Samsung Galaxy Fold. The video shows the concept was shown transitioning from the old Fold design (with a 'hot dog' centerline fold) to the new design, which took a Samsung Galaxy S10-style standard smartphone and folded it top-to-bottom ('hamburger' fold).  We've heard rumo
  
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