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• Facebook escalates feud with Apple over iOS privacy changes - CNET

  16-12-2020 23:53 via cnet.com
  
  The social network says changes in Apple's mobile software will hurt small businesses.
  
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• The 19 best movies to watch on Amazon Prime Video - CNET

  16-12-2020 23:51 via cnet.com
  
  Not sure what to watch on Amazon tonight? Let's round up some of its best gems.
  
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• Would there be a third stimulus check in 2021, if a second payment happens this month? - CNET

  16-12-2020 23:45 via cnet.com
  
  With the official unveiling of a new relief package, there's a possibility a second stimulus check could squeak through before the end of the year... maybe.
  
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• The 34 best movies to see on Disney Plus - CNET

  16-12-2020 23:31 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for entertainment other than Marvel and Star Wars? Let's round up the best gems on Disney Plus.
  
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• The best home products for winter: Coffee makers, fire pits and other cozy devices - CNET

  16-12-2020 23:29 via cnet.com
  
  These gadgets can help keep you cozy when it's cold outside.
  
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• FBI says DoppelPaymer ransomware gang is harassing victims who refuse to pay

  16-12-2020 23:29 via zdnet.com
  
  FBI says ransomware group has been calling victims, threatening to send individuals to their homes if they don't pay the ransom.
  
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• 33 of the best movies to see on Netflix - CNET

  16-12-2020 23:21 via cnet.com
  
  Don't know what to watch tonight? Here are some of the best movies Netflix has to offer.
  
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• HBO Max, Roku strike deal at last (yes, you'll be able to stream Wonder Woman 1984) - CNET

  16-12-2020 23:16 via cnet.com
  
  Roku, maker of some of the most popular streaming devices in the US, has never supported HBO Max's app. That changes tomorrow.
  
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• Innovation 101: How to secure innovators’ engagement during a pandemic

  16-12-2020 23:11 via zdnet.com
  
  Innovation workers require connecting with teammates to collaborate on creative ideas, to both give and get immediate feedback, to feel team spirit, and to celebrate joint achievements. Here are some tips to help innovators approach pre-pandemic engagement levels.
  
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• VMware: Remote work advances environmental, diversity, inclusion goals

  16-12-2020 23:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Virtual and augmented reality may be critical to advancing the new normal of work and collaboration.
  
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• Eftpos gears up to pilot QR code payments system in 2021

  16-12-2020 23:00 via zdnet.com
  
  QR code is one of five technology focus areas for the debit card payments company over the next two years.
  
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• Best holiday laptop deals: Dell G5 and XPS, HP Envy and Omen, Lenovo ThinkPad and Yoga and more on sale - CNET

  16-12-2020 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  From budget models to high-end gaming systems, there's still time to find a great deal on a new laptop for the holidays.
  
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• HBO Max, Roku finally strike deal (Yes, you'll be able to stream Wonder Woman 1984) - CNET

  16-12-2020 22:53 via cnet.com
  
  Roku, maker of some of the most popular streaming devices in the US, has never supported HBO Max's app. That changes tomorrow.
  
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• How to watch Pixar movie Soul on Disney Plus on Dec. 25 - CNET

  16-12-2020 22:44 via cnet.com
  
  You know you got Soul this holiday season.
  
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• Hilary Duff confirms the Lizzie McGuire Disney Plus reboot is dead - CNET

  16-12-2020 22:40 via cnet.com
  
  This is not what dreams are made of.
  
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• SoulCycle At Home Bike review: How does it compare to Peloton? - CNET

  16-12-2020 22:21 via cnet.com
  
  I tried the first SoulCycle bike designed to be used at home -- here's what it was like.
  
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• Most businesses are tracking customers yet don’t tell them

  16-12-2020 22:17 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple is cracking down on apps that track users without their permission, but a new survey shows this type of consumer data privacy abuse is also happening within the enterprise tech space.
  
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• Product Review: Apple's M1 MacBook Pro 13"

  16-12-2020 22:15 via zdnet.com
  
  An enterprise buyer's review of the Apple M1 MacBookPro 13"
  
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• Apple's 13-inch M1 MacBook Pro: An enterprise buyer's review

  16-12-2020 22:15 via zdnet.com
  
  The new M1 Macs are a future-proof investment and deserve serious consideration by early adopters and Apple shops looking to modernize their computing.
  
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• Save 20% on the Independa AnyTV Companion for aging loved ones - CNET

  16-12-2020 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  This plug-and-play device adds a video-chat camera, messaging system and more to just about any TV.
  
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• Bitcoin tops $20K for the first time - CNET

  16-12-2020 21:52 via cnet.com
  
  The cryptocurrency has hit a new record high.
  
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• Where to buy the Xbox Series S: Restock updates for Walmart, Amazon, Best Buy, Target and more - CNET

  16-12-2020 21:43 via cnet.com
  
  The $300 Xbox Series S isn't currently available at any major retailer, but check here for the console's inventory status.
  
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• PS5 restock hits Sony Direct at 4 p.m. ET: Get in line now (Update: Gone) - CNET

  16-12-2020 21:43 via cnet.com
  
  One of the last chances you'll get PlayStation 5 before the end of the year.
  
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• PS5 restock hits Sony Direct at 4 p.m. ET: Get in line now - CNET

  16-12-2020 21:43 via cnet.com
  
  One of the last chances you'll get PlayStation 5 before the end of the year.
  
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• Cloud providers compute a greener future

  16-12-2020 21:43 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft's joining of The Climate Pledge aligns the two biggest cloud computing providers at a time when cloud demand has skyrocketed and will only continue to grow.
  
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• Twitter to remove misleading tweets about COVID-19 vaccines - CNET

  16-12-2020 21:40 via cnet.com
  
  The company also plans to start labeling tweets with misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines in early 2021.
  
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• SolarWinds: company at the core of the Orion hack falls under scrutiny

  16-12-2020 21:36 via theguardian.com
  
  Texas-based firm, which has become an industry dominant player, provides monitoring services to corporations and federal agenciesThe revelation that elite cyber spies in past months conducted the largest hack against US officials in years has put the spotlight on SolarWinds, the Texas-based company whose software was compromised while servicing some of the biggest agencies and companies in the United States.SolarWinds provides computer networking monitoring services to corporations and governmen
  
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• Xbox Series X restock news: Inventory updates for Best Buy, Amazon, Target, Walmart and more - CNET

  16-12-2020 21:32 via cnet.com
  
  Microsoft's next-generation Xbox console was in stock at Best Buy briefly. Check here for details on when more inventory is coming to all the major retailers.
  
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• Where to buy the PS5: Get restock updates for Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop, Amazon and Target - CNET

  16-12-2020 21:23 via cnet.com
  
  The PlayStation 5's natural state in the wild is "sold out," at least for now. Check here for info on inventory at all the major retailers, including GameStop, Walmart and Amazon.
  
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• 4 outdoor smart plugs to bring your backyard online - CNET

  16-12-2020 21:19 via cnet.com
  
  Smart plugs make managing outdoor decorations a breeze with scheduling, voice control and more.
  
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• Hennessey Venom F5: American supercar wants to make 300 mph a breeze - Roadshow

  16-12-2020 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  It's finally here after years of development, and HPE has big goals.
  
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• Kelly Jenrette's star shines brighter with role in Manhunt: Deadly Games - CNET

  16-12-2020 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  On CNET's I'm So Obsessed podcast, the Emmy-nominated actress discusses her work on the CBS series as well as roles in the films Uncorked and All Day and a Night on Netflix.
  
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• Electric car battery pack prices fell 89% in just 10 years - Roadshow

  16-12-2020 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  And this year, they dipped under $100 per kilowatt hour for the first time.
  
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• BBC will launch a new subscription streaming channel in the US in 2021 - CNET

  16-12-2020 20:52 via cnet.com
  
  BBC Select will stream BBC documentaries and exclusives never before made available in North America.
  
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• Facebook's attempt to vilify Apple looks like sour grapes

  16-12-2020 20:50 via theguardian.com
  
  Analysis: Facebook says objections to Apple feature that affects apps are bid to defend small businesses – but do we believe it?Never afraid of a challenge, Facebook appears to have embarked on a campaign to convince the world to hate Apple, love targeted advertising, and believe the social network when it says it is doing it all out of a desire to defend small businesses.On Wednesday, the company launched a series of full-page newspaper adverts and a press conference where the company put
  
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• COVID data tracking: Best dashboards and other tools parsing cases, hospitalizations, and more

  16-12-2020 20:47 via zdnet.com
  
  These live dashboards​ pull data from sources like the World Health Organization to show all confirmed and suspected cases of coronavirus, along with recoveries and deaths.
  
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• Texas leads 'multi-state' antitrust lawsuit against Google over ad tech - CNET

  16-12-2020 20:24 via cnet.com
  
  The search giant already faces a separate antitrust lawsuit filed by the US Department of Justice in October.
  
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• A food box or subscription is last-minute gifting gold - CNET

  16-12-2020 20:17 via cnet.com
  
  From beef to booze, you have so many options in 2020.
  
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• New stimulus bill: $600 checks, $300 weekly unemployment benefits, what else? - CNET

  16-12-2020 20:02 via cnet.com
  
  The final version of a $900 billion stimulus bill comes in two pieces, one of which will reportedly include a second stimulus check. Will Congress vote to pass it this week?
  
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• Porsche 997 911 GT3 RS 4.0: The swan song - Roadshow

  16-12-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  This was Porsche's special sendoff for the 997-generation 911.
  
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• Porsche 997 911 GT2 RS: The secret weapon - Roadshow

  16-12-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  This twin-turbo Porsche was built for track-attack duty.
  
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• Porsche 996 911 GT3 RS: The homologation special - Roadshow

  16-12-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  The 996-generation GT3 RS marked the return of the road car with race parts.
  
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• Porsche 991 911 R: The muscle car - Roadshow

  16-12-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  This was a very special version of the 911 GT3.
  
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• Porsche 991 911 GT2 RS: The superstar - Roadshow

  16-12-2020 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  This is currently the pinnacle of Porsche's GT car range.
  
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• Facebook pours fuel on Apple privacy row

  16-12-2020 19:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A long-running row over tracking user data for ads escalates as Facebook goes on the offensive.
  
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• AirPods Max review: The price hurts but these headphones are excellent - CNET

  16-12-2020 19:53 via cnet.com
  
  They're hefty, big and expensive, but Apple's AirPods Max impress with their sound quality, noise canceling and the same extra features found in the AirPods Pro.
  
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• China's Chang'e 5 returns to Earth loaded with moon rocks - CNET

  16-12-2020 19:44 via cnet.com
  
  The spacecraft has landed in Inner Mongolia, returning a sample of the lunar surface to our planet for the first time in decades.
  
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• Tom Cruise yells at crew not following COVID rules on Mission: Impossible set - CNET

  16-12-2020 19:43 via cnet.com
  
  "If I see you doing it again, you're f***ing gone."
  
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• Great kitchen gifts that still arrive by Christmas - CNET

  16-12-2020 19:40 via cnet.com
  
  A spread of gift ideas for those serious about eating.
  
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• NASA Hubble telescope tracks dark storms on Neptune behaving oddly - CNET

  16-12-2020 19:36 via cnet.com
  
  NASA calls the storm behavior "surprising."
  
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