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• Second stimulus check from the IRS: Would you qualify? The story today - CNET

  04-07-2020 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  If Congress does approve a second stimulus check, will you get one? That's all part of a debate this month in Washington.
  
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• Hackers are trying to steal admin passwords from F5 BIG-IP devices

  04-07-2020 22:20 via zdnet.com
  
  Threat actors have already started exploiting the F5 BIG-IP mega-bug, three days after it was disclosed.
  
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• A second stimulus check for $1,200? Everything we know about more IRS money - CNET

  04-07-2020 22:20 via cnet.com
  
  If the government approved another stimulus check, how much money could you get? It isn't clear, but this is what we're hearing so far.
  
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• These coronavirus benefits end before July 31. Make sure you're prepared - CNET

  04-07-2020 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  The CARES Act benefits that have helped many Americans through economic hardships are set to expire this month.
  
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• 5 ways to watch tonight's Independence Day fireworks live on the Fourth of July - CNET

  04-07-2020 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  Macy's big New York City fireworks spectacular airs on NBC on Saturday night, and you don't need cable to watch it unfold.
  
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• The best July 4th mattress sales available now: Casper, Airweave, Allform and more - CNET

  04-07-2020 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Celebrate your independence with mattress savings.
  
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• Sync.com review

  04-07-2020 20:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Sync.com provides a means to secure computer files, mobile photos and video inside a secure cloud storage facility.
  
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• Sync cloud storage review: a solid option for individuals and small teams

  04-07-2020 20:26 via techradar.com
  
  Sync.com is a cloud storage service that will appeal to those who are looking for something simple, speedy, and secure. As the name suggests, Sync.com syncs a single folder of data between your computers and the cloud. In many respects, Sync.com is similar to Dropbox, although we would like to see the ability to sync files outside the main folder added. This makes Sync.com more of a cloud storage and file syncing solution rather than a cloud backup drive. With some work, it could funct
  
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• Sync cloud storage review

  04-07-2020 20:26 via techradar.com
  
  Sync.com is a cloud storage service that’s going to appeal if you're looking for something that's simple, speedy, and secure. As the name suggests, it syncs a single folder of data between your computers and the cloud. In a lot of respects, Sync.com is similar to Dropbox, although the ability to sync files outside the main folder is a feature we would like to see added. This makes Sync.com more of a cloud storage and file syncing solution rather than a cloud backup drive. That sa
  
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• Stimulus check eligibility, income limit, amount: Everything to know about the IRS payment - CNET

  04-07-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Find the answers to all your stimulus payment questions: How much of the $1,200 you could receive, whether the IRS has scheduled your 2020 check yet, when your money will come and more.
  
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• A bright fireball over Tokyo explodes with the force of 165 tons of TNT - CNET

  04-07-2020 19:48 via cnet.com
  
  A space rock reportedly causes a sonic boom as it crashes into our atmosphere over Japan.
  
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• Curb Your Enthusiasm head Jeff Schaffer learned a key rule of comedy from Sasha Baron Cohen - CNET

  04-07-2020 19:04 via cnet.com
  
  The creator of The League also discusses his show Dave, which stars comedian and rapper Lil Dicky, plus Brews Brothers on Netflix and the story behind the Festivus pole on Seinfeld.
  
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• New stimulus check for $1,200? What we know about a second IRS payment - CNET

  04-07-2020 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  If the government approved another stimulus check, how much money could you get? It isn't clear, but this is what we're hearing so far.
  
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• All the best July 4th tech sales and deals happening this weekend

  04-07-2020 18:59 via zdnet.com
  
  From discounted 4K TVs to true Peloton alternatives, there's tons of July 4th deals to be found.
  
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• Get a 2-pack of Anker PowerWave wireless charging stands for $26 - CNET

  04-07-2020 18:55 via cnet.com
  
  Or get just one charging stand for $16
  
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• The main beneficiaries of artificial intelligence success are IT departments themselves

  04-07-2020 18:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Survey finds majority of companies with AI projects reporting positive results. IT leaders see potential for security analytics and predictive intelligence to improve their delivery of tech services.
  
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• This early flip phone cost an astonishing $1,000 and proves just how far we've come - CNET

  04-07-2020 18:38 via cnet.com
  
  Compared to other cell phones of its day, the Motorola StarTAC was an amazingly sleek, cutting edge device.
  
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• Waiting for your IRS stimulus check? How to track its status online - CNET

  04-07-2020 18:18 via cnet.com
  
  The Get My Payment tracking app may be easy enough to use, but you'll get more from it if you know these tips before you begin.
  
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• Attending a protest on the Fourth of July? Know your legal rights - CNET

  04-07-2020 18:09 via cnet.com
  
  Learning your legal protections before you join a rally will help you stay safe and in accordance with the law.
  
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• Infosec community disagrees with changing 'black hat' term due to racial stereotyping

  04-07-2020 17:44 via zdnet.com
  
  A Google security researcher withdrew from the Black Hat security conference and asked the community to stop using the 'black hat' term.
  
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• Watching Hamilton on Disney Plus today? Sorry, you can't stream with a free trial - CNET

  04-07-2020 17:34 via cnet.com
  
  Everything you need to know about watching the Broadway movie musical online from your TV, phone or desktop.
  
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• When could you get a second stimulus check? We may have a pretty good idea - CNET

  04-07-2020 17:30 via cnet.com
  
  Washington lawmakers are weeks away from deciding on a second stimulus payment. But each day we learn more about when a check could come your way, an outcome that looks increasingly likely.
  
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• How to watch Hamilton on Disney Plus today: You can't stream with a free trial - CNET

  04-07-2020 16:59 via cnet.com
  
  Everything you need to know about watching the Broadway movie musical online from your TV, phone or desktop.
  
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• How to watch Independence Day fireworks live on the Fourth of July today - CNET

  04-07-2020 16:49 via cnet.com
  
  Macy's big New York City fireworks spectacular airs on NBC on Saturday night, and you don't need cable to watch it unfold.
  
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• What if your stimulus check never shows up? Here is what you need to do - CNET

  04-07-2020 16:47 via cnet.com
  
  Do you suspect your IRS payment is lost, stolen or somehow missing? We can have some information about important next steps to track it down.
  
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• All the best July 4th sales happening right now - CNET

  04-07-2020 16:21 via cnet.com
  
  We've rounded up the best ways to save money on housewares, bedding, electronics and more.
  
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• Best meat delivery deals for the 4th of July Weekend - CNET

  04-07-2020 16:05 via cnet.com
  
  Can't-miss meat deals, comin' in hot for the long summer weekend.
  
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• Second stimulus check from the IRS: Would you qualify? The story so far - CNET

  04-07-2020 16:01 via cnet.com
  
  If Congress does approve a second stimulus check, would you get one? That's all part of a debate this month in Washington.
  
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• 2021 Toyota Corolla: Model overview, pricing, tech and specs - Roadshow

  04-07-2020 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  Toyota's best-seller soldiers on with almost no updates.
  
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• iPhone 11 vs. Pro vs. Pro Max: Specs and features that make the biggest difference - CNET

  04-07-2020 15:30 via cnet.com
  
  We compare the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max to help you decide which Apple phone makes the most sense for you.
  
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• Eviction relief ends in July: The situation with rent freezes, strikes and what to do - CNET

  04-07-2020 15:15 via cnet.com
  
  Find out what could happen if you're still behind on rent when federal eviction protection ends July 25, and what you can do now to prepare.
  
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• Will iOS 14 work on my iPhone? Here's the full list of compatible devices - CNET

  04-07-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Last year, we found out only iPhones from the last four years would be compatible with iOS 13. We'll tell you if your phone will be compatible with iOS 14.
  
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• The cars, trucks and SUVs with the best 4th of July deals - Roadshow

  04-07-2020 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  There are lots of vehicles to choose from, but these new cars, trucks and SUVs are hot deals for Independence Day.
  
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• Can a BBC reporter make better pizza than a machine?

  04-07-2020 14:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Picnic's machine is able to put together 300 pizzas an hour, but can a human make something tastier?
  
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• Dark Sky for Android now ends Aug. 1. These new weather apps are waiting - CNET

  04-07-2020 14:15 via cnet.com
  
  The sky is indeed dark for those who used Dark Sky's Android app, but thankfully there are plenty of other weather app options to choose from.
  
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• United Airlines made a painful statement that may appall business travelers

  04-07-2020 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  As United opens up flights to China -- some of which may be patronized by Apple and other tech company executives -- its leadership offers a scoffing tone.
  
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• Through the Darkest of Times review – join the anti-Nazi resistance

  04-07-2020 14:00
  
  (Paintbucket Games/HandyGames; PC, Mac, iOS, Android)
  This captivating game, in which you coordinate a group of anti-Nazi activists in 1930s Berlin, is an essential reminder of how fascism takes root and growsThe full and final exposure of atrocities perpetrated by the Nazi regime during the second world war inoculated Europeans against fascism’s treacherous appeal. “Lest we forget” became a pledge to not only remember the dead, but to also remain fiercely vigilant for the cree
  
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• The best indoor bike trainers for 2020: Tacx, Wahoo, Saris and more - CNET

  04-07-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  I narrowed down the options to help you step up your cycling game without leaving the house.
  
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• Ikea brings voice-activated smart shades to the rest of us - CNET

  04-07-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Ikea's smart blackout shades work perfectly with Siri, Alexa and the Google Assistant.And they cost hundreds less than most everything else.
  
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• Best back-to-school headphones for 2020 - CNET

  04-07-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  What student wouldn't appreciate a good pair of headphones? Here's a wide selection of top wireless models.
  
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• 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime drive, Ford Bronco teasers and more: Roadshow's week in review - Roadshow

  04-07-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's a look at our most important stories for the week ending July 4.
  
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• 2020 Volvo V90 is one good-lookin' wagon - Roadshow

  04-07-2020 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Seriously, what's not to like about this Swedish longroof?
  
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• Formula 1 is back for 2020, but should it be? video - Roadshow

  04-07-2020 13:42 via cnet.com
  
  The 2020 season of Formula 1 is about to start, but should we be risking it? Is there a safer way to race?
  
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• Take a mirror selfie on your iPhone with iOS 14. Here's how to try the new camera trick - CNET

  04-07-2020 13:15 via cnet.com
  
  iOS 14 is full of fun photo features, including a mirror camera mode. Here's how to use it.
  
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• Will the iPhone 12 arrive on time? video - CNET

  04-07-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Despite widespread rumors of delays, the iPhone 12 may still be on target. Here's everything we know about the next iPhone.
  
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• 5 years ago, I thought Apple Watch was very 'meh.' Here's why I changed my mind - CNET

  04-07-2020 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: I started out a skeptic, but the Apple Watch eventually won me over. Here's what it took for me to take it seriously as a fitness tracker and smartwatch.
  
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• Watch Hamilton on Disney Plus right now. Sorry, you can't stream with a free trial - CNET

  04-07-2020 12:15 via cnet.com
  
  Everything you need to know about watching the Broadway movie musical online from your TV, phone or desktop.
  
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• Reddit bans r/The_Donald, iPhone may face launch delays video - CNET

  04-07-2020 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  This week's major tech headlines include Reddit banning the controversial subreddit r/The_Donald, Apple's iPhone facing potential launch delays and both Facebook and Instagram initiating a push for people to wear masks.
  
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• Five iPhone security settings you should check today

  04-07-2020 11:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Take a few minutes this weekend to turn your iPhone into a digital fortress.
  
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• 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S is more fun with a manual - Roadshow

  04-07-2020 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  Porsche finally gives its 992-generation 911 the manual transmission it deserves.
  
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