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• 54 best TV shows to stream on Netflix - CNET

  18-01-2021 23:54 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for a great show to watch? Here are some of the best Netflix has to offer.
  
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• 35 of the best movies to stream on Netflix - CNET

  18-01-2021 23:51 via cnet.com
  
  Not sure what to watch tonight? Here are some of the best movies Netflix has to offer.
  
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• 35 best movies to see on Disney Plus - CNET

  18-01-2021 23:42 via cnet.com
  
  Searching for entertainment other than Marvel and Star Wars? Let's round up the best gems on Disney Plus.
  
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• 14 best TV shows to watch on Disney Plus - CNET

  18-01-2021 23:39 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for more great shows like WandaVision? Let's round up Disney's best gems.
  
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• Third stimulus check details starting to emerge: Payment size, new qualifications, timeline - CNET

  18-01-2021 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  While it's still in its very early days, the contours of new stimulus check are beginning to take shape. Here's what we know so far.
  
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• OpenWRT reports data breach after hacker gained access to forum admin account

  18-01-2021 21:10 via zdnet.com
  
  The OpenWRT wiki, which contains the official download links, was not compromised, the project said.
  
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• You can soon claim $500 missing stimulus money for your kids. But you have to do your taxes first - CNET

  18-01-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  The last day to file a claim for missing money has passed. Here's what you can do now, and how to estimate the total amount you should get.
  
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• Best laptop for 2021: Dell, HP, Microsoft, Apple, Acer, Lenovo and more - CNET

  18-01-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are our top-rated picks for all types of users, including creatives and gamers, and even our favorite cheap laptops and budget-friendly options.
  
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• Where will you get the COVID-19 vaccine? Target, Walmart, Walgreens, stadiums, more - CNET

  18-01-2021 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  More than 14 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the US. When it's time to get your shot, it's important to know where to go.
  
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• Don't file taxes? Nonfilers might have to this year to get missing stimulus money - CNET

  18-01-2021 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you aren't required to file taxes because you're on SSI or SSDI, you're retired, or you don't meet the IRS' income threshold, you'll need to take an extra step to claim any missing stimulus money. Here's how.
  
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• Best Buy just kicked off a 4-day sale -- save on TVs, laptops, cameras, Apple gear and more - CNET

  18-01-2021 19:32 via cnet.com
  
  You can save $250 on a 75-inch Hisense TV, $400 on a Dell gaming laptop, $350 on a large Aerogarden and much more.
  
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• Biden inauguration on Wednesday: How to watch live, start time, security, celebrity performances - CNET

  18-01-2021 19:30 via cnet.com
  
  The Jan. 20 Inauguration ceremony for President-elect Joe Biden will have tightened security and celebrity appearances by Tom Hanks, Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake and more. Here's what you need to know about the 2021 presidential inauguration.
  
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• E-scooter rider given ban for drink-driving on Isle of Wight

  18-01-2021 19:24 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Kyah Jordan is thought to be the first person convicted of drink-driving on an e-scooter in the UK.
  
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• Can you still track your stimulus check? Here are tips to hunt it down with the IRS tool - CNET

  18-01-2021 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  With the deadline now passed for the IRS to automatically send your second stimulus check, this free, online tool from the agency can show you more information about your payment status.
  
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• Cyberpunk 2077 on PS4 and Xbox One is on sale for $30 - CNET

  18-01-2021 18:29 via cnet.com
  
  The console version of the sci-fi game, which had a controversial launch last month, is available for half price at Best Buy.
  
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• Your employer can require you get a COVID-19 vaccine: Here's what to know - CNET

  18-01-2021 18:14 via cnet.com
  
  A Supreme Court case determined that states can require vaccines and the US agency that oversees employment says your employer can, too.
  
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• Save $200 on the gaming-ready Optoma UHD30 4K projector - CNET

  18-01-2021 18:07 via cnet.com
  
  This ultra-sharp, super-bright DLP projector looks great when projected at sizes up to 300 inches and is just $1,099.
  
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• Google Home: 5 ways to fix the issue when Google Assistant doesn't understand you - CNET

  18-01-2021 18:02 via cnet.com
  
  Don't let communication problems sully your relationship with your smart speaker. Here's how to talk it out.
  
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• Stimulus checks: Delivery update, rebate, income limit, eligibilty, third check timing - CNET

  18-01-2021 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  When did the IRS stop sending $600 stimulus checks? How do you claim your missing money now? What is Biden's proposal for a third stimulus check? We answer these questions and more.
  
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• Amazon Echo Dot (2020)

  18-01-2021 17:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The new Amazon Echo Dot (2020) adds modern aesthetics to the popular entry-level smart speaker, but not much else.
  
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• Huawei ban timeline: Trump administration reportedly restricts its US suppliers at last minute - CNET

  18-01-2021 17:36 via cnet.com
  
  Here's a breakdown of the controversial Chinese telecom giant's saga so far.
  
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• SpaceX Starship SN9 reloads its Raptors ahead of high-altitude flight Tuesday - CNET

  18-01-2021 17:32 via cnet.com
  
  SN9 is on deck to boldly follow in the footsteps of SN8, which bravely sacrificed itself in the name of iteration.
  
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• Ladies and Gentleman, the Fabulous Stains: teenage Diane Lane and Laura Dern rock punk

  18-01-2021 17:30 via theguardian.com
  
  This long-buried gem from 1982 about a teen-girl punk band subverts the great rock’n’roll swindle of the Sex PistolsWhen Johnny Rotten crouched on the edge of the stage in San Francisco in 1978, at the demise of the Sex Pistols’ US tour, and asked, “Ever get the feeling you’ve been cheated?” it would inspire a key moment in a film four years later.In Ladies and Gentleman, the Fabulous Stains, Billy (Ray Winstone) fronts the Looters – a London punk band,
  
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• Trump administration reportedly restricts Huawei's US suppliers - CNET

  18-01-2021 17:14 via cnet.com
  
  The outgoing government is revoking the licenses of companies like Intel, according to Reuters.
  
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• The best face mask for 2021 - CNET

  18-01-2021 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  These face masks are a hit with CNET readers and come in a variety of styles.
  
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• NBA streaming: Best ways to watch the 2021 basketball season live online without cable - CNET

  18-01-2021 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  Cord-cutters can now stream games live from ABC, ESPN, TNT and NBA TV. Here's how.
  
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• NBA MLK Day: How to watch Magic vs. Knicks, Bucks vs. Nets and the rest of today's games without cable - CNET

  18-01-2021 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  The NBA is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with five nationally televised games.
  
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• When could the third stimulus check arrive? Everything we know, based on the second payment - CNET

  18-01-2021 16:54 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS and US Treasury can't send any more checks, at least not automatically. Here's how that impacts your payment, depending on how you get your money.
  
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• Hackers 'manipulated' stolen COVID-19 vaccine data before leaking it online

  18-01-2021 16:46 via zdnet.com
  
  European Medicines Agency says investigation into cyberattack has revealed the hackers have attempted to "undermine trust" in COVID-19 vaccines.
  
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• Still talking to Cortana? Microsoft gives you more control over how your voice recordings are used

  18-01-2021 16:35 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft still wants to re-use your voice clips, but will now ask for permission first.
  
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• Capitol riots: Bumble dating app unblocks politics filter

  18-01-2021 16:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The platform disabled its "political preferences" tab following the Capitol Hill riots.
  
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• Audeze Mobius premium gaming headset with planar magnetic drivers is now $60 off - CNET

  18-01-2021 16:24 via cnet.com
  
  With Waves Nx head-tracking tech, the sound genuinely seems to surround you.
  
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• When film stars attack: Russell Crowe's reaction to criticism could set a trend

  18-01-2021 16:21 via theguardian.com
  
  The actor’s unexpected response to a complaint about an 18-year-old film could pave the way for big-name actors to personally insult Twitter usersOne of the most surprising new avenues to have formed for celebrities over the course of the pandemic has been Cameo. For the uninitiated, Cameo is a service where celebrities can create personalised messages for their fans. For £75, Hodor from Game of Thrones will wish you a happy birthday or – if you have £750 lying around &nd
  
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• Marvel's Fantastic Four: Everything we know about the superhero team's MCU debut - CNET

  18-01-2021 16:15 via cnet.com
  
  When will it be clobberin' time? Spider-Man director Jon Watts is in charge of Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch and the Thing's first Marvel Cinematic Universe adventure.
  
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• You're using your Android and Mac's fingerprint reader all wrong

  18-01-2021 16:11 via zdnet.com
  
  Here's how to get your fingerprint reader to work for you the first time, every time.
  
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• How to prepare your business for civil unrest during inauguration week

  18-01-2021 16:06 via zdnet.com
  
  This week promises to be difficult, especially for businesses with facilities near State and Federal Capitol buildings. We offer some guidance on how to prepare.
  
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• The best checking accounts for January 2021 - CNET

  18-01-2021 16:00 via cnet.com
  
  From branch access to ATMs to "monthly maintenance" fees, we break down everything you need to know to pick the best checking account.
  
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• Chip-shortage 'crisis' halts car-company output

  18-01-2021 15:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A shortage of computer chips is leading to car factories shutting down for days at a time.
  
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• Panasonic PressIT Wireless Presentation System review: Push-button wireless screen sharing

  18-01-2021 15:46 via zdnet.com
  
  Panasonic's PressIT WPS lets you share screens wirelessly on large meeting room displays, offering a good set of features at a competitive price.
  
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• The best DIY home security systems of the year - CNET

  18-01-2021 15:45 via cnet.com
  
  Keep an eye on things with one of these do-it-yourself systems.
  
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• Anker PowerLine III Flow: Super-soft, super-strong iPhone charging cable

  18-01-2021 15:27 via zdnet.com
  
  No tangles, soft to the touch, and super tough!
  
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• Apple AirPods Max

  18-01-2021 15:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Apple AirPods Max come close to audio perfection, but will let down audiophiles and Android users.
  
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• Google Cloud: We do use some SolarWinds, but we weren't affected by mega hack

  18-01-2021 15:07 via zdnet.com
  
  Google's first CISO explains how you avoid being owned by hackers engaged in supply chain attacks.
  
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• Apple AirPods Pro review

  18-01-2021 15:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The AirPods Pro offer a massive upgrade for Apple fans, with noise cancellation and a better fit than the original AirPods.
  
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• The 8 best headphones for sleeping: Hoomband, Bedphones and Bose - CNET

  18-01-2021 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  These specially designed headphones block out ambient noise and play your favorite sounds, so you can sleep more soundly
  
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• Mercedes-Benz EQA electric crossover will debut on Jan. 20 - Roadshow

  18-01-2021 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  The small SUV will go on sale in Europe this spring.
  
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• How to set up Ring's end-to-end video encryption - CNET

  18-01-2021 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  It's an opt-in feature. Here's how to enable it.
  
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• CES 2021: Asus Fanless Chromebox is a tiny $399 desktop for commercial and industrial applications

  18-01-2021 14:58 via zdnet.com
  
  Asus updates its Chrome OS desktop to support 10th-generation Intel Core processors and, with its lockable VESA mount, to be capable of being hidden behind a monitor or under a desk.
  
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• Local firms increase representation among IT sector leaders in Brazil

  18-01-2021 14:57 via zdnet.com
  
  Brazilian enterprise IT providers can be placed side-by-side with large international vendors; cloud drives sector growth.
  
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• Curious octopus snaps a selfie to win first place in underwater photo contest - CNET

  18-01-2021 14:46 via cnet.com
  
  An Australian photographer won the prize, but the octopus deserves a share of the winnings.
  
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