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• The best smart speakers you can buy in 2020: Amazon, Google, Apple and more - CNET

  15-02-2020 23:06 via cnet.com
  
  We're here to help you figure out the best smart speaker for your needs.
  
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• The best weighted blankets in 2020: Layla, Gravity, Bearaby and more compared - CNET

  15-02-2020 22:40 via cnet.com
  
  These are some of the most stylish and well-rated weighted blankets you can buy.
  
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• The best Instant Pots of 2020 compared - CNET

  15-02-2020 22:18 via cnet.com
  
  Confused about which model is best for you? We've got the ultimate guide to what makes each Instant Pot unique.
  
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• Coronavirus jolts tech firms as outbreak spreads: MWC is canceled - CNET

  15-02-2020 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  MWC's organizer calls off the huge global trade show as exhibitors drop out.
  
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• The best treadmills of 2020: NordicTrack, Nautilus, Peloton and more - CNET

  15-02-2020 21:58 via cnet.com
  
  I spent three months testing treadmills so you don't have to.
  
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• SpaceX Starlink launch: How to watch Falcon 9 deliver 60 satellites to space - CNET

  15-02-2020 21:57 via cnet.com
  
  SpaceX attempts to go five for five with its Starlink satellite megaconstellation.
  
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• Add a pair of Echo Show 5 smart displays to your smart home for $120 - CNET

  15-02-2020 20:52 via cnet.com
  
  Alexa is wearing a 5.5-inch screen, which makes it handy for hands-free video calling in addition to all the other usual voice assistant stuff.
  
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• This Tile Essentials 4-pack for $50 is too good to pass up - CNET

  15-02-2020 20:25 via cnet.com
  
  That's a $20 savings on these genuinely great trackers, which can help put an end to the agony of lost things.
  
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• Where to watch Studio Ghibli films from anywhere: stream on Netflix and beyond

  15-02-2020 20:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Been wondering where to watch Studio Ghibli's weird and wonderful back catalogue? After years in the wilderness, HBO Max and Netflix have recently agreed deals allowing them to stream the company’s entire ouevre. This collection of critically-lauded, record-breaking hits from the Japanese animation powerhouse haven’t been available to stream or download digitally… until now!
  Netflix will have exclusive streaming rights for all territories except Canada, Japan and the US. Meanw
  
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• Sonic the Hedgehog movie review: A visual delight you'll fast forget - CNET

  15-02-2020 19:09 via cnet.com
  
  Spoiler-free: The Sega icon's cinematic debut is at its best when Sonic goes quick, but the script doesn't always keep up the pace.
  
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• Fantasy Island review: Reboot feels like a Scooby Doo episode gone wrong - CNET

  15-02-2020 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  Spoiler-free: Desires may turn dark for guests on Fantasy Island, but the confusing plot and silly characters make this movie feel more like a pointless parody.
  
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• Coronavirus explained: France reports first death outside Asia - CNET

  15-02-2020 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  France's health minister reports that a Chinese tourist died from coronavirus at a hospital in Paris.
  
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• Live stream XFL: how to watch the new football league online from anywhere

  15-02-2020 18:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Football fans no longer have to wait until September to watch their favorite sport - the XFL is back! After a 19 year hiatus, Vince McMahon has relaunched his alternative football league and we’re here to make sure you catch every one of the 43 games in the 2020 season - regardless of where in the world you are - with our XFL live stream guide.The XFL is a winter and spring football league that originally debuted in 2001 but only lasted one season. While its first iteration was known for g
  
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• Liverpool vs Norwich live stream: how to watch Premier League football online from anywhere

  15-02-2020 18:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  With a seemingly unassailable lead at the top of the table, Liverpool today face a Norwich side at Anfield that is currently languishing seven points adrift of safety at the bottom. You can watch all the action as it happens, no matter where you are in the world, by following our Liverpool vs Norwich live stream guide below.On paper this would appear to be easy three points for Jurgen Klopp's Reds on their waltz to the title, but with expectations low and the pressure off, could the Canaries pul
  
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• Galaxy Z Flip vs. Motorola Razr drop test: We broke both on the first try - CNET

  15-02-2020 17:40 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung's new foldable phone and Motorola's Razr may bend, but how badly do they break? We put them through three drop tests to find out.
  
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• Ford F-250 Harley-Davidson is for the motorcycle aficionado - Roadshow

  15-02-2020 17:34 via cnet.com
  
  It's a big rig for your hog.
  
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• 7 business areas ripe for an artificial intelligence boost

  15-02-2020 17:23 via zdnet.com
  
  We're only just out the starting gate with AI, but there are many areas where it can benefit from today's available solutions.
  
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• Why 108MP isn’t the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra camera’s real headline feature

  15-02-2020 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra launch was a strange mix of old and new – we were blasted with a confetti gun of futuristic camera features, but also reacquainted with an old friend called the ‘megapixel war’.Back in the early days of digital cameras, ‘megapixel war’ was an unsubtle dig at manufacturers who bumped up megapixel counts, then marketed this as some kind of numerical signifier of image quality. Of course, this was way before computational photography s
  
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• The right way to do crunches, without hurting your neck - CNET

  15-02-2020 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Common form mistakes you're making during ab workouts -- and how to fix them
  
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• AirPods Pro vs Beats Powerbeats Pro: Apple’s true wireless earbuds do battle

  15-02-2020 16:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Beats Electronics, the company behind Beats headphones, has been a big player in the global audio market since it was first set up nearly 16 years ago. Fast-forward to 2014 and the company was acquired by Apple for $3 billion – and since then, it’s been going from strength to strength.Last year, Beats and Apple launched the Beats Powerbeats Pro, a pair of true wireless earbuds created for working out. During our review, we found they’re supremely comfortable, sound decent,
  
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• 2020 Hyundai Elantra: Model overview, pricing, tech and specs - Roadshow

  15-02-2020 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Hyundai's best-selling compact continues to offer great value.
  
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• Live Caption from Google's Pixel phones could jump to Chrome too

  15-02-2020 15:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Live Caption is one of the coolest features on Google's Pixel phones – it made its debut on the Pixel 4 before moving to the Pixel 3 as well – and it looks as though Google has plans to build it into Chrome too.The real-time text captioning feature leverages Google's AI processing might to instantly pick up what's being said in video and audio clips, providing a text translation on screen.It was actually introduced as an Android 10 feature last year, but it's been slow to make it out
  
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• How to get started with CrossFit: The beginner's guide - CNET

  15-02-2020 15:30 via cnet.com
  
  Contrary to popular belief, CrossFit is totally beginner-friendly.
  
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• Best identity theft protection and monitoring services in 2020 - CNET

  15-02-2020 15:12 via cnet.com
  
  Is someone applying for a mortgage in your name? Ruining your credit? The best identity theft protection and monitoring service can help you find out -- and fight back.
  
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• The sci-fi wonder of Valencia's opera house - CNET

  15-02-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Valencia, Spain, is home to some incredible architecture, not least the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia. Here's a look inside.
  
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• 6 unusual Alexa skills to try on your Amazon Echo - CNET

  15-02-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Go beyond the ordinary Alexa skills and uncover these useful gems.
  
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• Microsoft pulls security update after reports of issues affecting some PCs

  15-02-2020 14:38 via zdnet.com
  
  A standalone security update released as part of the February Patch Tuesday cycle has created headaches for some owners of PCs running Windows 10. After investigating reports of those issues, Microsoft has yanked KB4524244 from its update servers.
  
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• Windows 10 dark mode is here. Turn it on now - CNET

  15-02-2020 14:35 via cnet.com
  
  You don't have to be jealous of Mac and Android users. In Windows 10, you can turn on dark mode, too.
  
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• How to watch Love Island online: stream the winter series from UK or abroad

  15-02-2020 14:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Winter may not be our type but this hit TV series certainly is, with shocking re-couplings and plenty of villa drama, Love Island has certainly lived up to its name. And now, with just over a week to go, the race for the final is officially on. Who will be named the winners of this Love Island season? Keep reading to find out how you can watch Love Island online from anywhere in the world.
  Well, it's certainly been a dramatic couple of days, Paige and Finn are officially boyfriend and girlf
  
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• There's poo on your toothbrush. Here's how to clean it before you brush - CNET

  15-02-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Unless you zap it, soak it or buy a new one, your toothbrush is covered in bacteria and other filth.
  
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• The iPhone 9 (SE 2) is real, according to case-makers - CNET

  15-02-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  iPhone SE 2 cases have started popping up online in anticipation of Apple's rumored March event, where the company is expected to announce the sequel to the cheaper iPhone SE.
  
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• My week testing ADT's new contract-free security cameras was a total mess - CNET

  15-02-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Cheap-looking, overpriced security cameras weigh down the new Blue by ADT lineup.
  
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• Galaxy Z Flip and Motorola Razr drop test: We broke both on the first try - CNET

  15-02-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung's new foldable phone and Motorola's Razr may bend, but how badly do they break? We put them through three drop tests to find out.
  
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• Apple's $5K Pro Display XDR is a good deal for the right person video - CNET

  15-02-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Many people were shocked -- shocked! -- by the $5,000-plus price tag Apple gave its Pro Display XDR monitor (not to mention that $1,000 stand). But given that the monitor is targeted at professionals who are used to paying through the nose for their gear, the price really isn't so shocking. CNET's Lori Grunin has been testing the Pro Display XDR for a few days and tried to find out exactly who it's for.
  
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• Acura NSX road trip, Honda Civic Si and more: Roadshow's week in review - Roadshow

  15-02-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's a look at our most important stories for the week ending Feb. 15.
  
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• 2020 Honda CB650R first ride review: Little Honda, big mood - Roadshow

  15-02-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  The "Neo Sports Cafe" CB650R may look a little different, but its engine is a classic Japanese sportbike gem.
  
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• 2020 Honda CB650R: A little red Honda that offers up big fun - Roadshow

  15-02-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  The CB650R ditches its fairings for cafe style and more relaxed ergonomics.
  
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• 14 smart doorbells to watch over your front stoop - CNET

  15-02-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Part buzzer, part security camera, today's doorbells do a lot more than their predecessors.
  
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• This $500 HP Pavilion laptop deal packs a serious punch in the Presidents' Day sales

  15-02-2020 13:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Cheap laptop deals are at home in the HP Pavilion, and the latest Presidents' Day sales are no exception. We regularly see fantastic savings on everything from every day builds to powerful configurations. This weekend, we're seeing the latter. This fantastic HP Pavilion laptop deal is bringing the latest Intel processor to the $500 laptop party. Not only are you picking up a 10th generation processor, but it's a lightning-fast quad-core i7 brain capable of incredible power - an excellent pi
  
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• Coronavirus malware scams return with a venegeance

  15-02-2020 13:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Criminals are exploiting fears over the growing threat of coronavirus to trick users around the world with new online scams, experts have warned.Research from security firm Proofpoint has found that email attacks using coronavirus as a hook are expanding in number and reach, with victims having personal and financial information stolen.Some attacks are even spoofing official World Health Organisation (WHO) advice emails in order to make their scams appear more legitimate, with others claiming th
  
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• The Batman: this is the most badass detail of Robert Pattinson's Batsuit

  15-02-2020 13:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Here's the truth: the world doesn't need another good Batman movie. We've got five of those from the past 31 years: Batman, Batman Returns and the Nolan trilogy, without getting into the weeds on The Dark Knight Rises' plot holes. We need a great Superman movie much more than we need a good Batman movie. 2021's The Batman, then, has to show us something new – otherwise, as the third live-action iteration of the Dark Knight within a decade, it could start feeling repetitive to audience
  
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• MWC canceled, Samsung's Unpacked event video - CNET

  15-02-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week's major tech stories include Samsung's Unpacked event, the cancellation of MWC 2020 and requesting an Uber through a phone call.
  
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• Galaxy Z Flip ongoing review: Samsung's glass screen, crease and battery life so far - CNET

  15-02-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung's new foldable phone is the cheapest foldable phone in market that we've used. Here's everything good and bad so far.
  
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• Don't just ignore those text message scams. Here's how to stop them - CNET

  15-02-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Spam text messages on your iPhone or Android device are more than annoying, they could be dangerous.
  
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• Bentley Continental GT: elegance, comfort, status, serenity

  15-02-2020 13:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Bentley Continental GT starts at $198,500 / £159,100. The model we drove, north of £190,000 (around $248,000), but the price is almost irrelevant. This is much more than a price tag. It's elegance, comfort, status, serenity.The admiring glances, the knowing nods, the open-mouthed, finger-pointing excitement as you effortlessly glide along don't go unnoticed. Sure, the Orange Flame paint on our Continental GT did make it stand out from the crowd even more, but the attention is war
  
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• Apple Arcade: 50 of our favorite games so far - CNET

  15-02-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Apple Arcade has more than 100 games to choose from. Is your favorite in our list?
  
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• US defence secretary warns Huawei 5G will put alliances at risk

  15-02-2020 12:30
  
  Mark Esper says countries using Chinese technology will put intelligence cooperation at riskThe US defence secretary, Mark Esper, warned that US alliances including the future of Nato were in jeopardy if European countries went ahead with using Chinese Huawei technology in their 5G networks.Esper also warned future intelligence cooperation would be at risk, as the US would no longer be certain its communications networks were secure. Continue reading...
  
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• When will Star Trek: Picard episode 5 be released?

  15-02-2020 12:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Want to know when Star Trek: Picard episode 5 is available to stream? The latest show in the long-running and ever-popular Star Trek series releases every Thursday on CBS All Access in the US, and every Friday on Amazon Prime Video in international territories, which includes the UK and Australia.By now you've seen episodes 1-4 of Picard, and JL is finally having Star Trek-shaped adventures on other planets. After a slow burn start to season 1, Picard looks like he's just acquired two new crew m
  
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• Star Trek: Picard star on the newest addition to Picard's crew

  15-02-2020 12:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Spoilers for Star Trek: Picard episode 4 follow. Star Trek: Picard has slowly pieced together its crew over the course of its first few episodes. In episode four, 'Absolute Candor', we met its newest member: the sword-wielding Elnor, a Romulan raised on the planet Vashti by the Qowat Milat, a group of warrior nuns. In a rash moment towards the end of the episode, Elnor beheads a man with the intention of saving Picard, a brutal outcome that JL isn't happy with. Nonetheless, it results in El
  
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• Could the Moto G Stylus be like a budget Samsung Galaxy Note 10?

  15-02-2020 12:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Moto G Stylus is the first mainstream phone to pack a stylus in years – aside from, of course, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and its predecessors. The comparison is inevitable.But given the vast difference in price and specs, we’re inclined not to put them head-to-head in a typical ‘versus’ fashion. Instead, we’ll answer a better question: is the Moto G Stylus a bona fide budget Samsung Galaxy Note 10?
  The short answer: yes it seems to be... for the most part. Ther
  
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