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• Tablets spike in popularity during pandemic lockdown, report finds - CNET

  03-08-2020 23:47 via cnet.com
  
  The surge in remote learning and working appears to have given the devices a big boost.
  
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• Watch Olympian Katie Ledecky swim with full glass of milk on her head - CNET

  03-08-2020 23:39 via cnet.com
  
  There's more than one way to make a milkshake.
  
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• Renaming Tesla Autopilot? That'd be 'idiotic,' Elon Musk says - Roadshow

  03-08-2020 23:36 via cnet.com
  
  The Tesla CEO maintains calling the software something else would not stop people from misusing the technology.
  
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• T-Pain prefers the Mini Cooper to expensive supercars like the Bugatti Veyron - Roadshow

  03-08-2020 23:27 via cnet.com
  
  The Grammy-winning rapper went on the Hot Ones web series and talked about how annoying supercar ownership can be.
  
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• Gordon Murray T50 reveal: How to watch the McLaren F1 spiritual successor debut - Roadshow

  03-08-2020 23:25 via cnet.com
  
  This could be the purest supercar in recent times and we can't wait to see it.
  
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• Twitter needs to act over racist abuse, says David Lammy

  03-08-2020 23:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Labour MP got the backing of Home Secretary Priti Patel after receiving abuse over social media.
  
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• Hyperice launches two new Bluetooth-enabled massage guns - CNET

  03-08-2020 23:04 via cnet.com
  
  These massage guns connect to an app to help you recover from a tough workout.
  
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• Virgin Orbit reveals cause of failed May test launch, and its future plans - CNET

  03-08-2020 22:53 via cnet.com
  
  The next demonstration attempt will have a NASA payload on board.
  
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• 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor spy shots reveal new suspension secrets - Roadshow

  03-08-2020 22:51 via cnet.com
  
  No doubt this is the newly revealed F-150 with the Raptor treatment, and it ditches one major element going forward.
  
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• Call for TikTok security check before HQ decision

  03-08-2020 22:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The owner of the short-form video app has London on a shortlist of possible locations.
  
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• 5 reasons why Microsoft is even entertaining a Tik Tok purchase

  03-08-2020 22:45 via zdnet.com
  
  It's hard to know what to make of this Microsoft acquiring Tik Tok talk, but here are some theories on why this wacky merger dance is happening now.
  
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• Amazon now has a Baby Yoda Echo Dot stand - CNET

  03-08-2020 22:44 via cnet.com
  
  Preorders of The Mandalorian's The Child stand are now open.
  
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• Google Pixel 4A review: A feature-rich budget smartphone for $349 - CNET

  03-08-2020 22:30 via cnet.com
  
  The Pixel 4A raises the bar for how good a budget phone's camera can be.
  
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• Three strategies to become a courageous leader now

  03-08-2020 22:21 via zdnet.com
  
  What businesses and stakeholders need now more than ever before is courageous, empathetic, trustworthy and inspiring leadership.
  
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• Is it time to report yet? Follow these steps to tell the IRS your stimulus payment never arrived - CNET

  03-08-2020 22:16 via cnet.com
  
  The details of the second stimulus check is being negotiated by Washington lawmakers. If you're still waiting for your first one, here's how to let the federal agency know about your absent money.
  
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• Get this Electrohome Bluetooth speaker that's also a real guitar amp for $100 - CNET

  03-08-2020 22:09 via cnet.com
  
  The Electrohome Birmingham is charmingly shaped like a guitar amp, and the 1/4-inch input means you can jam along to your favorite songs.
  
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• What Bill Gates is doing during lockdown: Tennis, one masked haircut - CNET

  03-08-2020 22:02 via cnet.com
  
  In his free time, the billionaire philanthropist also takes walks in his neighborhood, but always wears a mask
  
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• Back to school: Best tech gear for the remote student

  03-08-2020 21:51 via zdnet.com
  
  Now that distance learning has become the new norm, students worldwide need to make sure they have the right equipment to be able to study effectively from home.
  
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• Russians hacked Liam Fox's personal email to get US-UK trade dossier

  03-08-2020 21:42
  
  Labour queries why MP used unsecured account for classified government businessA personal email account belonging to Liam Fox, the former trade minister, was repeatedly hacked into by Russians who stole classified documents relating to US-UK trade talks, the Guardian understands.The security breaches last year, which are subject to an ongoing police investigation, pose serious questions for the Conservative MP who is currently the UK’s nominee to become director general of the World Trade
  
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• Exercise and sleep deprivation: Should you work out on no sleep? - CNET

  03-08-2020 21:40 via cnet.com
  
  The science says it's really not worth it.
  
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• Amazon may be facing antitrust probe from New York attorney general - CNET

  03-08-2020 21:37 via cnet.com
  
  This is just one of a long list of investigations into Big Tech's potential monopoly power.
  
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• Misfit's $280 Android Wear smartwatches are on sale for $40 - CNET

  03-08-2020 21:34 via cnet.com
  
  Clearance special on aisle 6! These well-equipped wearables won't last long at this price.
  
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• Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 Signature Edition signs on with 800-plus horsepower - Roadshow

  03-08-2020 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  Shelby also plans to give the GT350 some love with its own Signature Edition model.
  
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• Uniting for better open-source security: The Open Source Security Foundation

  03-08-2020 20:48 via zdnet.com
  
  We can make open-source software safer and more secure when we all work together.
  
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• Zelda Breath of the Wild recipe accidentally added into author's novel - CNET

  03-08-2020 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  A Reddit user spotted the unique ingredients in John Boyne's historical drama novel.
  
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• Best smart garage door controllers in 2020 - CNET

  03-08-2020 20:38 via cnet.com
  
  When it comes to making your garage door smart, you have quite a few options. Here's a look at our favorites.
  
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• The best desk workout equipment so you can exercise while you work - CNET

  03-08-2020 20:22 via cnet.com
  
  Can't fit in a workout? Deck out your desk in unsuspecting gym equipment.
  
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• I bought refurbished AirPods Pro for $168. Should you do the same? - CNET

  03-08-2020 20:21 via cnet.com
  
  I saved $81 -- and you can, too, for a limited time. Here's what happened when I unboxed a used set of Apple's popular earbuds.
  
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• See a typhoon swirl and a volcano erupt in same striking view from space - CNET

  03-08-2020 20:20 via cnet.com
  
  File this one under "nature is metal."
  
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• What's inside Perlow's office? 15 years of working from home

  03-08-2020 20:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Our Sr. Technology Editor discloses his current home office setup.
  
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• Star Trek comedy's No. 1 rule: Don't make fun of Star Trek - CNET

  03-08-2020 20:02 via cnet.com
  
  Star Trek: Lower Decks creator Mike McMahan also talks about the mind-bending challenges of his other job, writing for Rick and Morty.
  
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• When would you get the next stimulus check? The IRS payment could come sooner than you think - CNET

  03-08-2020 19:58 via cnet.com
  
  The next stimulus bill will most likely send a new payment of up to $1,200 for each person who qualifies. And for some, it may come sooner than the first check.
  
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• Liam Fox is the latest in a long line of victims duped by Russia's GRU

  03-08-2020 19:53
  
  Over the past 20 years, the military intelligence agency has stolen information from targets around the worldLiam Fox, the former UK trade secretary, is merely the latest in a long line of victims apparently duped by the GRU, Russia’s military intelligence agency.Over the past two decades GRU spies have stolen classified information from numerous targets around the world. According to Reuters, last summer they broke into Fox’s email account. They made off with secret US-UK trade docu
  
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• Snapchat testing TikTok-style music feature to release later this year - CNET

  03-08-2020 19:52 via cnet.com
  
  Snapchat is teaming up with top music companies to let users add songs to videos, according to a report.
  
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• What's Windows 10's fastest web browser in 2020?

  03-08-2020 19:50 via zdnet.com
  
  Everyone says their latest web browser is the fastest one ever. They can't all be right. I took them to the test bench. Here's what I found.
  
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• Russian hackers stole trade papers from Liam Fox email

  03-08-2020 19:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Documents on UK-US trade negotiations were leaked in the run-up to the 2019 general election.
  
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• Handful of vintage Volkswagens could return with an electric twist - Roadshow

  03-08-2020 19:44 via cnet.com
  
  We've already seen VW and eClassics create vintage cars with modern, electric hearts, and new trademarks suggest we're in for more.
  
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• CISA, DOD, FBI expose new versions of Chinese malware strain named Taidoor

  03-08-2020 19:35 via zdnet.com
  
  US government agencies say the Taidoor remote access trojan (RAT) has been used as far back as 2008.
  
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• CISA, DOD, FBI expose new Chinese malware strain named Taidoor

  03-08-2020 19:35 via zdnet.com
  
  US government agencies say the Taidoor remote access trojan (RAT) has been used as far back as 2008.
  
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• NBA restart: How to watch Grizzlies vs. Pelicans, Lakers vs. Jazz today without cable - CNET

  03-08-2020 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  The NBA restart continues Monday with two games each on ESPN and NBA TV.
  
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• The best Google Pixel 4A deals - CNET

  03-08-2020 18:54 via cnet.com
  
  Google's latest is already a steal at $349. Can you get it for even less?
  
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• Google Pixel 4A review: At $349, this is the budget phone for you - CNET

  03-08-2020 18:43 via cnet.com
  
  The Pixel 4A raises the bar for how good a budget phone's camera can be.
  
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• NASA astronauts say they made prank calls from SpaceX Crew Dragon - CNET

  03-08-2020 18:42 via cnet.com
  
  And the phone bill should go to Elon Musk.
  
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• Verizon strikes roaming deal to allow for 5G use in South Korea - CNET

  03-08-2020 18:31 via cnet.com
  
  Verizon travelers with a "compatible" 5G device will be able to get 5G when visiting South Korea.
  
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• Will you receive the entire $1,200 stimulus check? Not necessarily. What you should know - CNET

  03-08-2020 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  If Congress does approve the Senate-backed HEALS Act, how much of the stimulus money could actually be yours? Let's walk through the possible determining factors.
  
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• Beyond TikTok: Who else might President Trump ban?

  03-08-2020 18:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Other Chinese-owned software could face difficulties in the US, if TikTok ban goes ahead.
  
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• How to Watch: State of Play will showcase upcoming PS4 games on Thursday - CNET

  03-08-2020 18:18 via cnet.com
  
  Don't expect any big PS5 announcements though.
  
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• Pixel 4A, 4A 5G and Pixel 5: Google just announced 3 new phones starting at $349 - CNET

  03-08-2020 18:09 via cnet.com
  
  The Pixel 4A is just the beginning of Google's 2020 Pixel phone plans.
  
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• We're giving away a 75-inch Hisense H8G 4K TV* - CNET

  03-08-2020 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  One grand prize winner will receive a 75-inch Hisense H8G 4K TV. One first prize winner will win a 55-inch Hisense H8G 4K TV. *Open to the US only.
  
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• How Google's Pixel 4A specs compares to its rivals: iPhone SE 2020, Galaxy A51 - CNET

  03-08-2020 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  At $349, Google's new Pixel 4A is the cheapest option when compared with Apple's iPhone SE and Samsung's Galaxy A51.
  
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