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• Air fryer vs. convection oven: What's the best cooking method? - CNET

  03-05-2020 22:47 via cnet.com
  
  Air fryers are inexpensive and space-saving, but could a convection oven or even your old toaster oven still be the best bet for crispy, crunchy snacks?
  
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• 7 ingenious uses for your kitchen tongs other than flipping food - CNET

  03-05-2020 22:02 via cnet.com
  
  Your kitchen tongs may be far more valuable to you than you think. Here are some top tips for making the most of this everyday tool.
  
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• Apple CEO Tim Cook invokes 1918 epidemic in virtual commencement address - CNET

  03-05-2020 21:58 via cnet.com
  
  Cook draws comparison between what the graduates can achieve under these trying times to the accomplishments of those who lived through the 1918 flu epidemic.
  
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• Apple CEO Tim Cook delivers virtual commencement address to Ohio State grads - CNET

  03-05-2020 21:58 via cnet.com
  
  Cook draws comparison between what the graduates can achieve under these trying times to the accomplishments of those who lived through the 1918 flu epidemic.
  
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• Say goodbye to toilet paper: Save $40 on a Brondell Swash bidet - CNET

  03-05-2020 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  Woot has two styles, but both offer heated water, a nightlight, self-cleaning nozzle and gently closing lid.
  
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• France's COVID-19 tracing app expected to enter testing in week of May 11

  03-05-2020 20:19
  
  France's state-supported "StopCOVID" contact-tracing app should enter its testing phase in the week of May 11 when the country starts to unwind its lockdown, a government minister said on Sunday.
  
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• France reports 135 more deaths from COVID-19, taking toll to 24,895

  03-05-2020 20:18
  
  The number of people who have died in France after contracting the new coronavirus rose on Sunday by 135 to 24,895, the health ministry said.
  
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• Sunday deal roundup: $59 Edifier ANC headphones, free year of Food Network and more - CNET

  03-05-2020 20:14 via cnet.com
  
  Boil water without a stove for $22 or save big on a JBL soundbar.
  
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• Ghost blogging platform servers hacked and infected with crypto-miner

  03-05-2020 19:46 via zdnet.com
  
  Ghost platform got hacked via the same vulnerability that allowed hackers to breach the LineageOS servers hours before.
  
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• Star Wars May the 4th craft projects to keep kids occupied during lockdown - CNET

  03-05-2020 19:18 via cnet.com
  
  Craft an Admiral Ackbar bag puppet, Bantha toy, Jabba the Hutt body pillow, Chewbacca tablet cover and more with these easy tutorials.
  
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• Fix 3 common Google Home music glitches before they happen - CNET

  03-05-2020 19:14 via cnet.com
  
  Skip error messages and get straight to playing the music you love with these workarounds.
  
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• 9 must-see Rick and Morty episodes to watch before the new season 4 shows - CNET

  03-05-2020 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  There's still time to catch up on some interdimensional cable, Mr. Meeseeks and Pickle Rick.
  
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• You may get your stimulus check sooner with direct deposit. Set up payment through IRS app - CNET

  03-05-2020 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you set up direct deposit with the IRS, you'll receive your stimulus payment faster than if you have it mailed. Here's how to set up an electronic funds transfer so your coronavirus check goes right to your bank account.
  
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• Track your coronavirus stimulus check status with IRS Get My Payment portal - CNET

  03-05-2020 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  Here's how to check the status of your stimulus check using the IRS Get My Payment app.
  
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• IRS mails coronavirus stimulus checks for $1,200: Find out your payment schedule - CNET

  03-05-2020 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS now is sending out stimulus payments, through direct deposit and the mail. See if you meet the requirements for a check and when you can expect to receive it. Some VA and SSI recipients need to take action this week.
  
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• How to watch today's virtual NASCAR iRacing race without cable - CNET

  03-05-2020 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  The eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series heads to Dover.
  
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• IRS stimulus check tracking tool not working? We found 11 possible reasons why - CNET

  03-05-2020 17:50 via cnet.com
  
  If the IRS' Get My Payment portal for direct deposit and check tracking won't let you in, we found some possible reasons why.
  
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• Make papercraft models of vintage computers and gaming systems - CNET

  03-05-2020 17:45 via cnet.com
  
  The Apple II, Commodore 64, Radio Shack's TRS-80 and Atari 520ST can be yours in paper form.
  
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• 7 things to do with your kitchen tongs other than flip burgers - CNET

  03-05-2020 17:42 via cnet.com
  
  These tricks have made my kitchen tongs one of the most valuable tools I own.
  
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• Why aren't you making dalgona coffee yet? How to make the pillowy YouTube, Instagram craze - CNET

  03-05-2020 17:40 via cnet.com
  
  We'll give you a recipe to make the delicious, photo-worthy beverage that's a sensation on TikTok, Facebook and seemingly everywhere.
  
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• Florida lawyer visits reopened beaches dressed as Grim Reaper - CNET

  03-05-2020 17:30 via cnet.com
  
  Sunbathers don't fear the reaper.
  
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• Hostile states trying to steal coronavirus research, says UK agency

  03-05-2020 17:12
  
  Experts say Russia, Iran and China likely to be behind cyber-attacks on universitiesCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageHostile states are attempting to hack British universities and scientific facilities to steal research related to Covid-19, including vaccine development, cybersecurity experts have warned.The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) said the proportion of such targeted cyber-attacks had increased, branding the criminal activity “reprehensible&r
  
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• The best prepared meal delivery services in 2020: Freshology, Home Chef, Daily Harvest and more - CNET

  03-05-2020 16:05 via cnet.com
  
  No-fuss, oven-ready meal kits.
  
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• The best meat delivery services in 2020: Crowd Cow, Snake River Farms, Porter Road and more - CNET

  03-05-2020 16:04 via cnet.com
  
  Explore your options for high-quality beef, pork, chicken and seafood all delivered to your door.
  
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• Ring doorbells are hard to recommend, but security updates have changed our buying advice - CNET

  03-05-2020 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: We have to look beyond the hardware to determine whether to recommend a product or not.
  
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• Disney Plus adds Star Wars profile pics for May 4 - CNET

  03-05-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  You can now choose from seven new avatars, including a porg, Jabba the Hutt and Darth Maul.
  
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• Can coronavirus survive on Amazon packages? What to know - CNET

  03-05-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Coronavirus can survive on surfaces for days, so what does that mean for the mail and food you get delivered to your door?
  
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• Ally vs. Marcus: Which high-yield savings account is best? - CNET

  03-05-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Not all high-yield savings accounts are created or managed equally. Here's a breakdown between two of the most popular ones.
  
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• The coronavirus has us even more reliant on Apple, Amazon, Facebook and Google - CNET

  03-05-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  COVID-19 fears have let big tech work its way deeper into everything we do, even if the companies' financial prospects remain up in the air.
  
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• The best waffle makers for a delicious breakfast video - CNET

  03-05-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  These Belgian-style waffle makers make cooking and cleanup easy so you can enjoy a hassle-free breakfast when you can't head to your favorite restaurant.
  
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• The best smart home devices of 2020: Google and Amazon lead the way - CNET

  03-05-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are the smart home products that are most worth your time in 2020.
  
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• I got Quest's new COVID-19 antibody test and it was strange

  03-05-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Last week, Quest Diagnostics announced a new direct-to-consumer test for coronavirus antibodies. So I tried it.
  
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• Get a brand-new Google Home for just $29 - CNET

  03-05-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Regularly priced at $99, this is an all-time low price for Google's signature smart speaker.
  
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• For actress, author Laura Prepon, 'Mom Squads' are the new black - CNET

  03-05-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  She became a TV star on That '70s Show and helped popularize streaming with Netflix's Orange Is the New Black. Her new focus: A life-hacking guide for moms.
  
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• 7 things your Android phone can do that make iPhone users jealous - CNET

  03-05-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  From default apps to deep customization, Android phones can do a lot that iPhones simply can't.
  
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• Intel in talks to buy Israel's Moovit public transit app for $1 billion: media

  03-05-2020 13:42
  
  Chipmaker Intel Corp is in advanced talks to acquire Israeli public transit app developer Moovit for $1 billion, financial news website Calcalist reported on Sunday.
  
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• Why you should embrace the quarantine boredom: The alternative is far worse - CNET

  03-05-2020 13:30 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: Coronavirus stay at home measures can fray your nerves. But being bored makes you one of the lucky ones.
  
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• Fix common Google Home glitches before they happen with these 3 tricks - CNET

  03-05-2020 13:30 via cnet.com
  
  Skip error messages and get straight to playing the music you love with these workarounds.
  
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• How sensitive is the FLIR Lepton thermal camera built into the Blackview BV9800 Pro?

  03-05-2020 13:11 via zdnet.com
  
  Having a thermal camera unlocks a hidden world all around you.
  
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• Best speakerphone in 2020 for working from home - CNET

  03-05-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Doing a lot of conference calls from home these days using Zoom, Microsoft Teams or another platform? These compact speakerphone solutions will really improve your audio experience.
  
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• These are the best hidden Mac features you need to know - CNET

  03-05-2020 12:45 via cnet.com
  
  We uncover your Mac's best-kept secrets and show you how to use them.
  
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• Phones under $200: Top picks and new budget phones - CNET

  03-05-2020 12:37 via cnet.com
  
  If you're looking for a phone for $200 or less, check out the ones we've reviewed and several new ones we're excited about.
  
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• When will my city reopen? Here's what life could be like after lockdown ends - CNET

  03-05-2020 12:31 via cnet.com
  
  Going to movie theaters, sporting events and national parks won't be the same as countries, states and cities eventually reopen after quarantine.
  
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• Don't sell or trade in your old iPhone just yet. 8 ways to give it new life at home - CNET

  03-05-2020 12:02 via cnet.com
  
  Repurposing an old iPhone could save you money in the long run, and spare you the shipping hassle.
  
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• How Instagram changed our world

  03-05-2020 12:00
  
  It started as a photo-sharing platform, but quickly rose to become the most influential app of our generation. Now, a forensic new book reveals the struggles and eccentricities of the men behind InstagramOne day in the autumn of 2015, a small but significant change was implemented at the Instagram offices in Menlo Park, California. Employees arrived at work to discover the rubbish bins under each desk had disappeared. The bins had allowed people to work efficiently – no one had to stand up
  
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• Hackers breach LineageOS servers via unpatched vulnerability

  03-05-2020 11:25 via zdnet.com
  
  LineageOS source code, OS builds, and signing keys were unaffected, developers said.
  
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• 8 settings every iPhone user should change right away - CNET

  03-05-2020 11:04 via cnet.com
  
  Bigger text, longer battery life and more-reliable device unlocking are all things you can make happen on the iPhone by tweaking some settings.
  
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• Rolls-Royce Cullinan goes off-road, wins the Rebelle Rally video - CNET

  03-05-2020 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  Yeah, you read that right. I took a $400,000 car in the dirt for a week. Here's what happened.
  
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• New MacBook Pro details leak

  03-05-2020 09:52 via zdnet.com
  
  Looks like the 13-inch MacBook Pro is getting a refresh real soon. Or maybe not.
  
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• You aren't making dalgona coffee yet? This pillowy drink is a YouTube, Instagram craze - CNET

  03-05-2020 09:00 via cnet.com
  
  We'll give you a recipe to make the delicious, photo-worthy beverage that's a sensation on TikTok, Facebook and seemingly everywhere.
  
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