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• Tesla secures $565 million loan for Shanghai factory

  08-05-2020 23:59
  
  Electric carmaker Tesla Inc has entered into an agreement for a working capital loan of up to 4 billion yuan ($565.51 million) with a lender from China for its Shanghai car plant, according to a regulatory filing on Friday.
  
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• Buy a Jabra Elite Active 65t, get a 7,800-mAh portable charger for free - CNET

  08-05-2020 23:47 via cnet.com
  
  This $120 bundle puts the AirPod rival in your ears and the Bigfoot-endorsed waterproof charger with LED flashlight in your pocket.
  
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• You have to May 13 to set up direct deposit for your stimulus check. Here's how with the IRS - CNET

  08-05-2020 23:40 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS said you have till May 13 to set up direct deposit for your stimulus check so it goes to your bank account. After the Wednesday deadline, the IRS will begin preparing the final rounds of paper checks.
  
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• Best home gym fitness equipment in 2020: Peloton, Hydrow, Mirror, Bowflex, and more

  08-05-2020 23:39 via zdnet.com
  
  We hand-picked a bunch of exercise equipment for your quarantine home.
  
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• Roaming 'robodog' politely tells Singapore park goers to keep apart

  08-05-2020 23:34
  
  Far from barking its orders, a robot dog enlisted by Singapore authorities to help curb coronavirus infections in the city-state politely asks joggers and cyclists to stay apart.
  
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• The best places to buy prescription glasses online for 2020 - CNET

  08-05-2020 23:20 via cnet.com
  
  Trying to figure out where to buy the best online glasses? Here's the quick skinny on the top e-tailers out there.
  
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• Microsoft will repair for free spontaneously cracking screens on Surface Laptop 3

  08-05-2020 23:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is offering to repair for free Surface Laptop 3 screens that cracked for seemingly no apparent reason. And it will reimburse those who already paid to fix this issue on their own.
  
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• The best 3D printer for beginners and budget creators for 2020 - CNET

  08-05-2020 23:10 via cnet.com
  
  Fire up the 3D printer and even print your own face masks and other pandemic accessories.
  
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• So long and good riddance, butterfly keyboard video - CNET

  08-05-2020 23:10 via cnet.com
  
  The MacBook butterfly keyboard never sparked joy.
  
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• How to get stains out of carpet (yes, even dog pee) - CNET

  08-05-2020 23:03 via cnet.com
  Here are the best ways to remove carpets stains caused by pets, wine, food and even vomit.
  
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• Virgin Galactic, NASA team up to develop high-speed air travel - CNET

  08-05-2020 23:01 via cnet.com
  
  The efforts will center on sustainability.
  
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• California announces mail-in voting for November election due to COVID-19 concerns - CNET

  08-05-2020 22:58 via cnet.com
  
  Gov. Gavin Newsom signs an executive order Friday for every Californian to receive a ballot in the mail.
  
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• Watch a free livestream of John Wick with an intro from Keanu Reeves and Halle Berry tonight - CNET

  08-05-2020 22:46 via cnet.com
  
  Host Jamie Lee Curtis is also joined by Lance Reddick and Asia Kate Dillon, plus filmmakers Chad Stahelski and David Leitch.
  
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• Get 4 months of free Tidal and a discounted subscription with a purchase at Walmart - CNET

  08-05-2020 22:41 via cnet.com
  
  Want to try out Tidal? Buy a $29 Google Nest Mini or JBL earbuds and get $40 worth of streaming music for free.
  
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• Brazilian supercomputer to be used for coronavirus research

  08-05-2020 22:38 via zdnet.com
  
  The state-owned lab where Santos Dumont is located will enable researchers to access the resource for free
  
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• Digital Ocean says it exposed customer data after it left an internal document online

  08-05-2020 22:31 via zdnet.com
  
  Digital Ocean says no customer servers were accessed following this security lapse.
  
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• Apple to reopen some stores in United States next week

  08-05-2020 22:28
  
  Apple Incsaid Friday it will reopen a handful of stores in four U.S. states starting next week, in the first resumption of physical retail operations since the iPhone maker shuttered all U.S. stores in mid-March.
  
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• Apple will open some US stores next week - CNET

  08-05-2020 22:21 via cnet.com
  
  The iPhone maker closed its stores around the world in the midst of the coronavirus.
  
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• The Last Dance: Episodes 7 and 8 start time, schedule, how to watch without cable - CNET

  08-05-2020 22:17 via cnet.com
  
  The Michael Jordan documentary continues this Sunday with episodes 7 and 8.
  
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• Tesla not given permission to restart production in California, county says - CNET

  08-05-2020 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  Tesla shut its California factory down in March and the state said some manufacturing could restart today.
  
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• WHO readies coronavirus app for checking symptoms, possibly contact tracing

  08-05-2020 22:01
  
  The World Health Organization (WHO) plans to launch an app this month to enable people in under-resourced countries to assess whether they may have the novel coronavirus, and is considering a Bluetooth-based contact tracing feature too, an official told Reuters on Friday.
  
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• Waymo self-driving cars hit the road again in Phoenix - CNET

  08-05-2020 21:57 via cnet.com
  
  Waymo paused its operations back in March as the coronavirus pandemic began to take shape.
  
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• Coronavirus reopenings: How it looks as lockdowns ease around the world - CNET

  08-05-2020 21:55 via cnet.com
  
  From Germany to Greece, Canada to Spain, the world is tentatively starting to come back to life. But it looks very different than it did just a few months ago.
  
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• Hyundai Genesis Coupe recalled for loose airbags - CNET

  08-05-2020 21:54 via cnet.com
  
  The driver's side airbag may not be tightened properly, which could increase the risk of injury during a crash.
  
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• Tesla has not received 'green light' to resume production: California county health official

  08-05-2020 21:52
  
  Tesla Inchas not been allowed to resume operations at its California vehicle factory as local lockdown measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus remain in effect, a county health official said on Friday.
  
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• Apple highlights how to shop and get technical help from home - CNET

  08-05-2020 21:44 via cnet.com
  
  From getting a Genius' help online to trading in your old device, Apple has collected many of its in-store services on its shopping page.
  
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• Google expects its staff to work from home until 2021 and it's not alone

  08-05-2020 21:24 via zdnet.com
  
  So, you expect life and work to be back to normal soon? Ha! Google and many other companies, don't see workers coming back to the office anytime soon.
  
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• 9 Mother's Day gifts guaranteed to impress the palate: Sakara Life subscription, truffles, wine and more - CNET

  08-05-2020 21:01 via cnet.com
  
  Celebrate the life of the woman who gave you life with these Mother's Day gift ideas.
  
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• The best prepared meal delivery services to use for 2020: Home Chef, Freshology, Daily Harvest and more - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:59 via cnet.com
  
  No-fuss, oven-ready meal kits.
  
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• A chocolate subscription box is last-minute Mother's Day gold - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:59 via cnet.com
  
  Chocolate every month? We think yes.
  
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• Georgia now home to 20,000 licensed teens who never took road test - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:42 via cnet.com
  
  The state government has relied on the honor system, with parents giving young drivers the OK to obtain a license.
  
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• CFOs plan to spend more on virtual business tools, automation, says Deloitte

  08-05-2020 20:39 via zdnet.com
  
  Technologies for enabling remote work will see more wallet share in the next 12 months say CFOs.
  
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• NASA shows how to pack a Mars rover for its one-way trip - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:33 via cnet.com
  
  Don't forget the Mars helicopter.
  
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• How to track your coronavirus stimulus check status using the IRS Get My Payment portal - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  Track the schedule of your stimulus payment with the IRS' tracker app.
  
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• We try Ford's respirator that's protecting health care workers from coronavirus - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:28 via cnet.com
  
  Ford designed this powered air-purifying respirator in record time. We try it out.
  
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• Mercedes-Benz to make MBUX artificial intelligence tech even more proactive - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:25 via cnet.com
  
  But only on the driver's terms.
  
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• From Tesla to Hummer and more: Every electric pickup truck coming - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:16 via cnet.com
  
  With so many big and small companies prepping electric trucks, it's time for us to round them all up.
  
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• Tesla CEO Elon Musk returns to Joe Rogan Experience, but with less weed - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:15 via cnet.com
  
  No, he didn't break out any giant joints this time, but he did attempt to explain his kid's name.
  
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• Tesla Roadster delayed, Elon Musk says - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:14 via cnet.com
  
  The Roadster likely isn't coming until after the Tesla Semi and Cybertruck, Musk said on Joe Rogan's podcast.
  
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• Ford Bronco Sport photos show different grille treatments - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:13 via cnet.com
  
  Spy photos show the new SUV taking a rest as drivers made a pit-stop for lunch.
  
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• Apple Arcade updated four games for you to play this weekend - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:13 via cnet.com
  
  Steven Universe Unleash the Light and more just got revamped.
  
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• Ford Bronco still debuting this spring despite coronavirus - CNET

  08-05-2020 20:12 via cnet.com
  
  The automaker shut down all production plants in North America on March 19, and vehicle launches remain in limbo.
  
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• The best way to protect the US electrical grid is with open source

  08-05-2020 20:11 via zdnet.com
  
  President Donald Trump wants to protect America's power-grid by forbidding US companies from buying electrical equipment from possible enemy countries. That's easier said than done. But open-source offers a safe way forward.
  
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• Google Duo group video calls coming to Chrome in weeks - CNET

  08-05-2020 19:55 via cnet.com
  
  Google said it's also adding a Family Mode to its video-calling app and will let you add masks and other effects during chats.
  
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• EU looks for evidence to rein in U.S. tech giants

  08-05-2020 19:55
  
  U.S. tech giants such as Facebook and Amazon could face tougher rules as European Union regulators seek evidence to curb their role as gatekeepers to the internet and access to people, information and services, according to an EU tender seen by Reuters.
  
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• When leadership goes virtual: What works, and what doesn't work

  08-05-2020 19:50 via zdnet.com
  
  How do you effectively connect with your manager in a work environment that is remote and virtual? Senior business leaders share what works and what doesn't.
  
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• Facebook redesign goes live with dark mode, cleaner look - CNET

  08-05-2020 19:40 via cnet.com
  
  Most people should see the new look within the next couple weeks.
  
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• Microsoft seeks to improve HoloLens business experience with Windows Autopilot

  08-05-2020 19:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft's private preview program for Windows Autopilot for HoloLens 2 is now open. The goal: To make the devices easier to provision and manage at scale.
  
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• Where's my stimulus check now? How to track it in the US mail - CNET

  08-05-2020 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  If the IRS is sending your payment in the mail, you can be notified of your stimulus check's arrival through the US Postal Service.
  
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• Robots to the rescue! Arizona students in lockdown will still get their graduation day

  08-05-2020 19:24
  
  Juili Kale's dreams to receive her master's degree diploma in a ceremony cheered on by her family were dashed by the coronavirus - until robots came to the rescue.
  
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