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• Get a JBL Flip 5 waterproof Bluetooth speaker for $80 - CNET

  14-01-2020 23:40 via cnet.com
  
  With a 12-hour runtime and IPX7 protection, this portable speaker can go almost anywhere.
  
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• Senators propose more than $1 billion in subsidies to fund 5G alternatives to China's Huawei - CNET

  14-01-2020 23:39 via cnet.com
  
  Democrats and Republicans in the US Senate look to level the playing field in 5G for Western companies.
  
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• Nervous about Huawei, US senators propose over $1B in 5G subsidies - CNET

  14-01-2020 23:39 via cnet.com
  
  The US must address "the complex security and competitiveness challenges that Chinese-directed telecommunication companies pose," says one lawmaker.
  
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• Tesla Cybertruck merch is getting way out of control - Roadshow

  14-01-2020 23:27 via cnet.com
  
  Even Tesla is getting in on it with a broken window "bulletproof" T-shirt, for which it wants 45 of your hard-earned dollars. There's a bobblehead, too.
  
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• Windows 7 is done. Here's how to get Windows 10 for free - CNET

  14-01-2020 23:23 via cnet.com
  
  RIP Windows 7. If you haven't upgraded yet to Windows 10, follow these simple steps.
  
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• 'Mind-altering' parasite causes major changes in mouse brains - CNET

  14-01-2020 23:16 via cnet.com
  
  Toxoplasma gondii makes mice less anxious and more curious, but scientists are divided on exactly how it influences behavior.
  
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• Upgrade your garage with the Refoss RSG100 Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener for $27 - CNET

  14-01-2020 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  This standalone smart controller requires no hub but is compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.
  
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• Joker dances back into theaters after racking up Oscar nominations - CNET

  14-01-2020 22:48 via cnet.com
  
  If you didn't get the joke the first time, you'll get another shot starting Friday.
  
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• Uber loses another executive: The VP of bikes and scooters - CNET

  14-01-2020 22:43 via cnet.com
  
  Rachel Holt, a longtime veteran of the ride-hailing company, is stepping down to start a venture capital firm.
  
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• Amazon is letting sellers use FedEx Ground again - CNET

  14-01-2020 22:39 via cnet.com
  
  The e-commerce giant blocked sellers from using the delivery service for Prime orders during the holiday season.
  
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• Listen, people, Tesla Cybertruck merch is getting way out of control - Roadshow

  14-01-2020 22:29 via cnet.com
  
  Even Tesla is getting in on it with a broken window T-shirt, for which it wants 45 of your hard-earned dollars.
  
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• CES 2020 was full of cute little robots, and we're into it - CNET

  14-01-2020 22:25 via cnet.com
  
  Robots are looking to enter the classroom, help out in the workforce and make sure you're taking care of yourself.
  
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• How to help the Australian wildfire crisis by running a 5K - CNET

  14-01-2020 22:22 via cnet.com
  
  Strava and Relief Run have teamed up to donate 100% of race registration fees to fire relief efforts.
  
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• Iowa's Democratic Party will reportedly use smartphone app to send out caucus results - CNET

  14-01-2020 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  Experts have concerns about election security.
  
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• Tinder, OkCupid, other apps share your data with dozens of firms, study says - CNET

  14-01-2020 22:14 via cnet.com
  
  Some of the apps are sharing highly personal data, according to a study from the Norwegian Consumer Council.
  
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• Latest Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus leak reveals the phone's specs - CNET

  14-01-2020 22:09 via cnet.com
  
  Will Samsung have any surprises left for Feb. 11?
  
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• Galaxy Fold 2, Z Flip or Bloom: Rumors and specs for Samsung's next foldable phone - CNET

  14-01-2020 21:56 via cnet.com
  
  The rumored foldable flip phone is designed to rival the Motorola Razr. Here's everything we know about its price, camera and Feb. 11 unveiling.
  
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• Sony is skipping E3. Here's why that's a mistake - CNET

  14-01-2020 21:49 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: This isn't a smart move when you're launching a new console.
  
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• Microsoft January 2020 Patch Tuesday fixes 49 security bugs

  14-01-2020 21:48 via zdnet.com
  
  Today's patches also fix a major vulnerability in Windows' cryptographic library.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S20 confirmed rumors and guesses: 5G, monster optical zoom - CNET

  14-01-2020 21:45 via cnet.com
  
  This week's rumors and leaks bring us photos of how the phone could look. Plus, more evidence that Samsung will call this year's flagship the Galaxy S20.
  
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• Google acquires AppSheet, a no-code app development platform

  14-01-2020 21:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Google expects to integrate AppSheet's ability to power workplace applications into Google Cloud's focus on key verticals.
  
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• Securing Kubernetes: Bug bounty program announced

  14-01-2020 21:30 via zdnet.com
  
  Want to help lock down Kubernetes and make some money while you're at it? The Cloud Native Computing Foundation has a new bug bounty program for you.
  
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• Star Trek: Picard wrestles with a Borg 'like you've never seen' - CNET

  14-01-2020 21:26 via cnet.com
  
  Showrunner Alex Kurtzman says the series will explore the lost humanity and vulnerability of one of Star Trek's most notorious villains.
  
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• These popular apps are sharing personal data with dozens of companies, study says - CNET

  14-01-2020 21:20 via cnet.com
  
  Some of the apps are sharing highly personal data, according to a study from the Norwegian Consumer Council.
  
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• Tesla's Elon Musk approaches $346M payout as market value soars - Roadshow

  14-01-2020 21:19 via cnet.com
  
  It would be the first stage of Musk's incredible pay package, but he's not quite there yet.
  
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• The Mandalorian: Everything we know about Disney Plus Star Wars show - CNET

  14-01-2020 20:35 via cnet.com
  
  The cast, the plot, the universe and Baby Yoda: Here are the details about Jon Favreau's Star Wars show, which is getting a second season this fall.
  
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• See NASA's new lunar rover test out its 'moon shimmy' on Earth - CNET

  14-01-2020 20:10 via cnet.com
  
  The water-hunting Viper moon rover will investigate the Artemis landing region before NASA astronauts arrive.
  
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• Microsoft rolls out Windows 10 security fix after NSA warning

  14-01-2020 20:04 via theguardian.com
  
  US agency revealed flaw that could be exploited by hackers to create malicious software Microsoft is rolling out a security fix to Windows 10 after the US National Security Agency (NSA) warned the popular operating system contained a highly dangerous flaw that could be used by hackers. Reporting the vulnerability represents a departure for the NSA from its past strategy of keeping security flaws under wraps to exploit for its own intelligence needs.The NSA revealed during a press conference on T
  
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• Where to file your taxes for free - CNET

  14-01-2020 20:02 via cnet.com
  
  Tax season is here, and there are plenty of places that let you file your taxes for free.
  
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• Kareo Billing review

  14-01-2020 20:00 via techradar.com
  
  Kareo, now operating as Tebra, is a leading provider of integrated telemedicine software and medical billing service. In 2021, Kareo, known for its cloud-based clinical and financial software, merged with PatientPop, a leader in practice growth technology. This union resulted in the birth of Tebra, which serves as the digital backbone for practice success.Tebra’s mission is to unlock better healthcare by empowering independent practices to deliver modernized care to patients everywhere. Th
  
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• The Bentley Mulsanne is dead and so is its 61-year-old engine, but they're getting a hell of a send-off - Roadshow

  14-01-2020 19:53 via cnet.com
  
  The Bentley Mulsanne 6.75 Edition by Mulliner is a super-limited-edition farewell model that celebrates the incredible -- and incredibly long-lived -- L-series engine.
  
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• Toyota Mirai keeps its stunning looks in production form - Roadshow

  14-01-2020 19:52 via cnet.com
  
  Seriously, this is a fantastic-looking car.
  
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• Free Windows 10 upgrade still works for many Windows 7 users. Here's how to get it - CNET

  14-01-2020 19:45 via cnet.com
  
  RIP Windows 7. If you haven't upgraded yet to Windows 10, follow these simple steps.
  
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• Doom Eternal's new trailer hints at drama in hell - CNET

  14-01-2020 19:39 via cnet.com
  
  Doomguy also has a new sword to slay with.
  
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• How to master your 2020 budget - CNET

  14-01-2020 19:36 via cnet.com
  
  This year will be the year you make and stick to your budget. Here's where to start.
  
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• First new comet of 2020 crashes into sun just after being discovered - CNET

  14-01-2020 19:36 via cnet.com
  
  The brave sungrazer never stood a chance.
  
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• How to stick to your financial New Year's resolution - CNET

  14-01-2020 19:33 via cnet.com
  
  Don't let your 2020 goals slip away so quickly.
  
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• Microsoft fixes Windows crypto bug reported by the NSA

  14-01-2020 19:31 via zdnet.com
  
  Fixes were released today part of the Microsoft's January 2020 Patch Tuesday.
  
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• IBM joins LOT Network to thwart patent trolls

  14-01-2020 19:23 via zdnet.com
  
  IBM is adding more than 80,000 patents and patent applications to the LOT Network, a nonprofit business group that protects its members from patent trolling
  
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• Baby Yoda puppet apparently cost around $5 million - CNET

  14-01-2020 19:20 via cnet.com
  
  The Mandalorian's little buddy wasn't cheap to make, according to actor Adam Pally.
  
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• Doomguy gets a new sword in latest Doom Eternal trailer - CNET

  14-01-2020 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  Just what he needed to kill even more demons.
  
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• Doom Slayer gets a new sword in latest Doom Eternal trailer - CNET

  14-01-2020 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  Just what he needed to kill even more demons.
  
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• Billie Eilish nabs new James Bond theme song for No Time To Die - CNET

  14-01-2020 19:05 via cnet.com
  
  She's the youngest artist to write and record a James Bond theme song.
  
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• 2020: The year of seeing clearly on AI and machine learning

  14-01-2020 19:04 via zdnet.com
  
  The broad use of the term artificial intelligence misleads people and in nearly every case describes machine learning. Words matter.
  
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• Google acquires Pointy to help SMBs list product inventory online

  14-01-2020 19:03 via zdnet.com
  
  Pointy fits in to Google's small business services portfolio and supports its efforts to embed more e-commerce tools throughout its search portal.
  
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• You can now order a rack-mount Mac Pro for $6,500 - CNET

  14-01-2020 18:57 via cnet.com
  
  There is now a new style for Apple's most expensive and powerful Mac.
  
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• 2020 Nissan Leaf is much the same with more content - Roadshow

  14-01-2020 18:31 via cnet.com
  
  More safety gear and infotainment updates warrant the price increases.
  
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• Fisker Ocean will make 300-plus HP, high-performance model planned - Roadshow

  14-01-2020 18:24 via cnet.com
  
  That's 300 horsepower with optional four-wheel drive, however.
  
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• You soon will be able to Instagram DM from the web - CNET

  14-01-2020 18:14 via cnet.com
  
  Instagram DMs are finally moving beyond the phone.
  
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• 2020 Audi A4 refresh actually comes with a price cut - Roadshow

  14-01-2020 18:12 via cnet.com
  
  A price decrease? That's something you don't see often on a new car.
  
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