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• Apple bans nonofficial coronavirus apps from its App Store - CNET

  14-03-2020 23:20 via cnet.com
  
  The iPhone maker says it will only accept COVID-19 and coronavirus-related apps from "recognized entities."
  
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• Apple bans non-official coronavirus apps from its App Store - CNET

  14-03-2020 23:11 via cnet.com
  
  The iPhone maker says it will only accept COVID-19 and coronavirus-related apps from "recognized entities."
  
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• Minecraft inspires crafty way around government censorship - CNET

  14-03-2020 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  Within the hugely popular open-world game, press-freedom nonprofit Reporters Without Borders creates a library to house censored journalism.
  
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• Best coffee maker for 2020: Bonavita, Ninja, Oxo, Moccamaster and more - CNET

  14-03-2020 22:30 via cnet.com
  
  Here are the best coffee makers you can buy to make delicious drip at home.
  
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• Best robot vacuum of 2020: iRobot Roomba, Neato, to Eufy and many more vacuum models - CNET

  14-03-2020 21:47 via cnet.com
  
  Robot vacuums clean better, faster and are smarter than they've ever been. These are the best models for sale right now.
  
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• Coronavirus and online dating: Looking for love amid COVID-19 is tricky, but not impossible - CNET

  14-03-2020 21:39 via cnet.com
  
  This week on Love Syncs: Social distancing can make it tough to bring the romance, but humor helps. "Someone just asked me: 'If coronavirus doesn't take you out, can I?'"
  
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• Coronavirus care at one hospital got totally taken over by robots - CNET

  14-03-2020 21:33 via cnet.com
  
  At a smart hospital in Wuhan, China, robots stepped in to take vital signs, deliver meds, disinfect the facility and entertain quarantined patients.
  
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• NASA's stuck Mars 'mole' gets helpful push from the InSight lander - CNET

  14-03-2020 21:27 via cnet.com
  
  We just want to take your temperature, Mars.
  
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• Westworld season 3: Jeffrey Wright on Bernard's suffering and quest for freedom - CNET

  14-03-2020 21:21 via cnet.com
  
  As Westworld gets set to return to HBO, the actor also talks Batman, Bond and Tony the shy pooper. And how tech is tearing our society apart.
  
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• Before Westworld season 3 starts, let's look back at seasons 1 and 2 - CNET

  14-03-2020 21:13 via cnet.com
  
  Before the HBO new season's winding narratives unfurl, prepare yourself with the must-know basics from the earlier seasons.
  
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• How to watch SpaceX launch a Falcon 9 rocket on its fifth flight Sunday - CNET

  14-03-2020 21:09 via cnet.com
  
  Elon Musk's rockets aren't restricting their travel.
  
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• Control all the things: Get a 4-pack of Kasa Smart Plugs for $40 - CNET

  14-03-2020 21:03 via cnet.com
  
  Control lamps and small appliances with these hub-free smart plugs, which cost just $10 each as a part of this deal.
  
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• Best charcoal grill for 2020 - CNET

  14-03-2020 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  We're firing up the grills to find the best charcoal model for your cookout.
  
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• Coronavirus updates: Travel from UK to US banned, France shuts down nonessential businesses - CNET

  14-03-2020 20:49 via cnet.com
  
  Latest COVID-19 updates: All restaurants, bars, theaters to close in France. The US' European travel ban gets extended to include the UK and Ireland. President Trump says he's been tested for the coronavirus, with results still to come.
  
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• Coronavirus updates: Spain locks down, France closes nonessential businesses - CNET

  14-03-2020 20:49 via cnet.com
  
  Latest COVID-19 updates: Spanish citizens can't leave their homes except to perform essential tasks. In France, all restaurants, bars, theaters will be closed. The US' European travel ban gets extended to include the UK and Ireland.
  
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• Get a 55-inch 4K UHD Roku TV for just $280 - CNET

  14-03-2020 19:57 via cnet.com
  
  When a wall-sized screen backed by the awesome Roku interface like this Hisense 55R7F is this cheap, it's almost an impulse purchase.
  
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• Apex AP-0 concept makes big EV sports car promises - Roadshow

  14-03-2020 19:56 via cnet.com
  
  All of this will supposedly be ready for production by the end of 2022.
  
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• Coronavirus updates: Trump tested, travel from UK banned, House OKs relief package - CNET

  14-03-2020 19:37 via cnet.com
  
  Latest COVID-19 updates: US President Donald Trump says he's been tested for the coronavirus, with results still to come. Also: The US' European travel ban gets extended to include the UK and Ireland.
  
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• Best e-reader for 2020 - CNET

  14-03-2020 19:14 via cnet.com
  
  Why read on your phone or tablet when there are great E Ink e-readers out there? Here are our current top picks.
  
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• Coronavirus updates: Trump tested, House OKs relief package, travel ban extended - CNET

  14-03-2020 18:28 via cnet.com
  
  Latest COVID-19 updates: US President Donald Trump says he's been tested for the coronavirus, with results still to come. Also: The US' European travel ban gets extended to include the UK and Ireland.
  
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• KitchenAid color of the year honors Japanese culture - CNET

  14-03-2020 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  KitchenAid's newest hue, "Kyoto Glow" is a nod to the culture of Japan's ancient city.
  
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• 2021 Chevy Traverse gets design and tech updates - Roadshow

  14-03-2020 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  The popular midsize crossover gets some welcome additions to help it stay relevant in a crowded class of heavy hitters.
  
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• Software release cycles accelerate, but automation is not keeping up

  14-03-2020 16:32 via zdnet.com
  
  Cloud Native Computing Foundation survey finds DevOps making its mark, but manual processes linger.
  
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• The best cars under $40,000 - Roadshow

  14-03-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  There are plenty of great cars, trucks, and SUVs with MSRPs under $40,000. Here are our editors' favorites.
  
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• 3 tips to protect yourself from coronavirus health scams - CNET

  14-03-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Avoid getting scammed by companies making false claims about preventing and treating COVID-19.
  
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• Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker digital release hits early - CNET

  14-03-2020 14:50 via cnet.com
  
  Disney brought the final movie in the Skywalker Saga to the small screen a few days early.
  
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• Apple closes its retail stores outside Greater China until March 27

  14-03-2020 14:23 via zdnet.com
  
  The move is aimed to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus. The sales hit remains to be seen.
  
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• How to regulate your circadian rhythm to sleep better - CNET

  14-03-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Find out what can help or hurt your circadian rhythm.
  
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• How influencer-approved Wildflower iPhone cases came to dominate Instagram - CNET

  14-03-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Discovered by Miley Cyrus, beloved by celebrities and teens alike, these are not your average phone cases.
  
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• Disney Plus to stream Frozen 2 early in a coronavirus-coping surprise - CNET

  14-03-2020 13:37 via cnet.com
  
  Disney will drop Frozen 2 on Disney Plus three months early for "some fun and joy during this challenging period." Here's everything you need to know.
  
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• Coronavirus can thrive in your house. Here's how to kill it - CNET

  14-03-2020 13:30 via cnet.com
  
  Scrub your surfaces with these EPA-approved disinfecting products to help keep your sanctuary germ-free.
  
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• Jack Ma donates two million masks for coronavirus crisis in Europe

  14-03-2020 13:17
  
  Chinese billionaire and Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma has pledged to donate two million protective masks for distribution across Europe, with a first consignment arriving in Belgium late on Friday.
  
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• Netflix's coronavirus boom seems obvious. Is it a fantasy? - CNET

  14-03-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Everyone agrees streaming will surge with people shut in during the coronavirus pandemic. Not everyone agrees it's great for Netflix.
  
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• How to buy the best dryer in 2020 - CNET

  14-03-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  From laundry capacity, extra features, to controls, design and smart features, we'll explain what you need to know before you buy a new dryer.
  
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• Google has the friendliest smart assistant video - CNET

  14-03-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Everyone has their preference for the best smart assistant, but which one is the friendliest? We set up a blind dating game to determine which one will be my new best friend.
  
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• Ford Mustang Mach-E, coronavirus hits the auto industry and more: Roadshow's week in review - Roadshow

  14-03-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's a look at our most important stories for the week ending March 14.
  
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• Food delivery during the coronavirus outbreak: Follow these 3 rules to stay safe - CNET

  14-03-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Keep yourself and your food or grocery delivery driver healthy and germ-free with these tips.
  
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• Apple Pay: How to set up and use it on your iPhone, Apple Watch and Mac - CNET

  14-03-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  It's faster, more secure and more convenient than using your actual credit cards.
  
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• A smarter iPad could be my work-from-home savior - CNET

  14-03-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: The next iPad Pro may have trackpad support at last. That's one of several things I need for an office-less future.
  
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• The best Bluetooth wireless speaker of 2020 - CNET

  14-03-2020 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  Portable Bluetooth speakers continue to improve, with better sound and battery life. These are the best ones you can buy right now.
  
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• SXSW, E3 canceled video - CNET

  14-03-2020 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week's major tech headlines include the canceling of SXSW and E3 2020 along with news that Lego and Nintendo are working together to make a real life Lego Super Mario toys.
  
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• Stuck inside with the kids? Play these 10 Apple Arcade games - CNET

  14-03-2020 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  On Apple’s new game subscription service, kid-friendly doesn’t have to mean boring.
  
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• No March Madness? Watch 16 of the best games in NCAA tournament history right now - CNET

  14-03-2020 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  The 2020 tournament may be canceled, but our sweet 16 can help you relive some of the glory.
  
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• Coronavirus pandemic: 13 unique ways to safely greet someone without shaking hands - CNET

  14-03-2020 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  Handshaking is so last year. Give someone an air high five or Spock's Vulcan salute instead.
  
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• I won't even think about the salad bar: 10 tips to avoid coronavirus without being a shut-in - CNET

  14-03-2020 11:30 via cnet.com
  
  Grocery shop, dine out, open doors and ride public transportation safely.
  
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• Galaxy S20: 6 tips to milk every last drop of battery life from your new phone - CNET

  14-03-2020 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung's latest phones have a ton of new features that can drain battery life faster than usual. Here are some tips to prolong it.
  
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• Apple Watch 6 rumors: Sleep tracking, new health alerts and more - CNET

  14-03-2020 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  Every rumor about Apple's 2020 Apple Watch.
  
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• Google, Walmart join U.S. effort to speed up coronavirus testing

  14-03-2020 10:30
  
  Corporate America joined the fight against the spread of coronavirus on Friday, as President Donald Trump and executives announced that Google would offer a website to help people determine whether they needed tests and retailers would set up drive-through testing in parking lots.
  
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• Browser vendor leaks data via open server

  14-03-2020 09:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Blisk browser devs left an Elasticsearch server exposed online without a password.
  
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• Apple closes all stores outside China until March 27 on coronavirus worries - CNET

  14-03-2020 08:02 via cnet.com
  
  The company also asks employees to work from home in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
  
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