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• NASA Perseverance rover: See 'first of its kind' footage from Mars descent on Monday - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:45 via cnet.com
  
  NASA promises you will "see Mars like never before" during a briefing on Monday.
  
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• Vaio resurrects Z luxury laptop, molds new one from carbon fiber

  21-02-2021 23:34 via zdnet.com
  
  The company that took over the Vaio laptop moniker expands its lineup with a new Z 14-inch model, though it retains the light weight and high price tag of Sony's original.
  
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• WWE Elimination Chamber 2021: How to watch, start times, full card and WWE Network - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:20 via cnet.com
  
  Tonight we'll see two Elimination Chambers, with both Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre defending their titles.
  
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• The 36 best movies to stream on Disney Plus - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:15 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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• 3 things decide how quick you'll get your stimulus check. What to know, including key dates - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  When will the third stimulus checks be sent and when will your personal payment arrive? We mapped out some dates your check could arrive and how tax season affects the timeline.
  
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• 14 best TV shows to see on Disney Plus - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:11 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for more great shows like WandaVision? Let's round up Disney's best gems.
  
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• 35 best TV shows to binge-watch on Hulu - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:08 via cnet.com
  
  Searching for a great show to watch tonight? Here are some of the best Hulu has to offer.
  
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• The 22 best TV shows to stream on Amazon Prime Video - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:06 via cnet.com
  
  Searching for a great show to watch tonight? Let's round up Amazon's best gems.
  
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• The 37 best movies to see on Netflix - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:05 via cnet.com
  
  Not sure what to watch tonight? Here are some of the best movies Netflix has to offer.
  
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• The 12 best TV shows to binge-watch on HBO Max - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:03 via cnet.com
  
  HBO Max has come up with some gems of original content.
  
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• 6 best movies to stream on HBO Max - CNET

  21-02-2021 23:01 via cnet.com
  
  What to watch before Zack Snyder's Justice League.
  
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• 21 best movies to see on Amazon Prime Video - CNET

  21-02-2021 22:59 via cnet.com
  
  Not sure what to watch on Amazon tonight? Let's round up some of its best gems.
  
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• 55 of the best TV shows on Netflix - CNET

  21-02-2021 22:56 via cnet.com
  
  Looking for a great show to watch? Here are some of the best Netflix has to offer.
  
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• 4 key reasons to file your taxes as soon as possible - CNET

  21-02-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Right now, April 15 is the deadline for submitting your tax return this year -- however, you may want to file sooner. Here's why you'll want to act quickly.
  
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• WandaVision release dates: When does episode 8 hit Disney Plus? - CNET

  21-02-2021 19:41 via cnet.com
  
  Marvel's WandaVision is getting close to the finish line. Here's the full release schedule for the final episodes.
  
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• Cleaning buddies: Save $150 when you get the Roomba i7 Plus and Braava M6 bundle - CNET

  21-02-2021 19:10 via cnet.com
  
  This self-emptying vacuum and mop duo work together -- automatically -- to clean your floors.
  
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• Stimulus check shake-up for dependents: Why the third payment may change everything - CNET

  21-02-2021 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Congress looks to be shifting the rules for dependents with the third stimulus check, and that could bring some families thousands of dollars more this time. Here's what we know so far.
  
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• Think you'll qualify for a $1,400 stimulus check? What we know about income, dependents, age, more - CNET

  21-02-2021 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  Congress is tying up the third stimulus check eligibility guidelines in the next few weeks. Here are the qualifications, based on the current proposal -- plus requirements for the second check if you're still waiting for it.
  
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• Speed-through stimulus checks? Here's how Democrats are fast-tracking the COVID-19 relief bill - CNET

  21-02-2021 17:00 via cnet.com
  
  Not heard of about budget reconciliation? There's a reason for it. We'll walk you through what it does and how it could speed up a stimulus bill, and the check it could send out.
  
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• New stimulus bill update: Important things happening now, including a $1,400 check - CNET

  21-02-2021 16:30 via cnet.com
  
  Congress is working on the details of President Biden's $1.9 trillion stimulus package with $1,400 checks. Here's what you need to know about where the bill stands now.
  
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• Listen to the world: Radio Garden app brings stations to millions in lockdown

  21-02-2021 16:25
  
  Free app allowing access to 30,000 stations proves hit for audiences stuck at homeEver fancied listening to some pop music from Prague? Rock from Russia, or talk from Taiwan? With the pandemic limiting travel abroad, an online app has ignited the imagination of millions, allowing them to experience new sounds and travel the globe by radio.The free app, Radio Garden, which carries tens of thousands of radio stations broadcasting live 24 hours a day, has seen a huge spike in popularity during the
  
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• Virtual Lords could be here to stay after Covid – but will MPs follow?

  21-02-2021 16:02
  
  House of Lords has embraced Covid-safe representation more than Commons, but many MPs support changeWhen the House of Lords began holding virtual proceedings during the first lockdown last spring, there was a spate of videos popular on social media showing peers struggling with mute buttons or interrupted by computerised voices. But, 10 months on, it could be the upper house that has the last laugh.While the Commons and the Lords now hold so-called hybrid sittings, where members can participate
  
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• What's new in iOS 14.5? video - CNET

  21-02-2021 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Face ID will work even if you're wearing a mask, Apple makes it harder for apps to get your data and the other new features coming to your iPhone in the next update.
  
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• Track your 2020 tax refund with the IRS: Likely payment dates and how to do it - CNET

  21-02-2021 15:00 via cnet.com
  
  Filing your taxes? Here's how to track your refund, which could also include any missing stimulus check money.
  
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• iOS 14.4's best iPhone and iPad features: 17 things you'll use every day - CNET

  21-02-2021 14:15 via cnet.com
  
  There's a lot to learn about Apple's latest iOS and iPadOS update. But that's why we're here.
  
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• Microsoft Teams or Zoom? A salesman offers his stunning verdict

  21-02-2021 14:00 via zdnet.com
  
  If you thought the two videoconferencing tools were more or less the same, listen to those who sometimes have to spend more than eight hours a day on video calls.
  
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• iPhone 12 water test: Apple may be downplaying just how water-resistant it really is - CNET

  21-02-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Apple's iPhone 12 put up a good fight after being submerged in the chilly waters of Lake Tahoe.
  
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• iPhone 12 vs. iPhone 11: Every major difference and if you should upgrade - CNET

  21-02-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here's how Apple's iPhone 12 compares to the iPhone 11 in terms of screen size, battery, cameras and price.
  
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• How much internet speed do you really need? - CNET

  21-02-2021 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Trying to pick out the right internet plan for your home? Here's how to get the speed you need without overpaying.
  
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• 3 things decide how fast your stimulus check will arrive. What to know, including key dates - CNET

  21-02-2021 13:15 via cnet.com
  
  When will new stimulus checks go out and when will your personal payment come? We mapped out some dates your check could arrive and how tax season affects the timeline.
  
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• Galaxy S21 vs. Galaxy S20: Samsung phone price, features and more compared - CNET

  21-02-2021 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  The new Samsung Galaxy S21 is now available. Here's how it stacks up against the Galaxy S20, including camera features and other specs.
  
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• Galaxy S20 FE vs. other S20 phones: Here's why the Fan Edition is so much cheaper - CNET

  21-02-2021 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Galaxy S20 FE is the cheapest phone in Samsung's premium S20 family, so what compromises did Samsung make?
  
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• 3 AirPods upgrades I want Apple to make this year - CNET

  21-02-2021 13:00 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: Apple's little AirPods could see another update this year. There's still room for improvement.
  
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• How to use Google Chrome's tab-grouping feature to keep your browser organized - CNET

  21-02-2021 12:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Chrome browser has a new trick to help wrangle your 37 open tabs.
  
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• Top US lawmakers want to make cannabis federally decriminalized: What to know - CNET

  21-02-2021 11:15 via cnet.com
  
  Unraveling marijuana laws could be a long, tedious process, but some lawmakers have said they're ready to try.
  
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• Google's Pixel Buds 2 have some magical features. Here are 9 of them - CNET

  21-02-2021 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  Get the most from Google's completely wireless earbuds -- fast pairing, adaptive sound and seven more tips you need to know
  
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• 9 best Apple Watch Apps (that you probably already have installed) - CNET

  21-02-2021 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  After the Apple Watch's fifth birthday and with the Watch Series 6 and Watch SE now on sale, the smartwatch's native apps are still the best.
  
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• $1,400 stimulus check formula: The fine print that could change everything - CNET

  21-02-2021 11:00 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS uses a critical equation to determine the size of your stimulus check. For a potential third stimulus check, it could change in more ways than one. Here's why it matters.
  
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• Choosing between an iPhone 12 and a Pixel 5? Here's what you should consider - CNET

  21-02-2021 10:00 via cnet.com
  
  For the operating system agnostic, the Pixel 5 vs. iPhone 12 choice might come down to design, camera, battery, performance -- or price.
  
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• 4 key reasons why you should file your taxes as soon as possible - CNET

  21-02-2021 09:05 via cnet.com
  
  While April 15 is the deadline for submitting your tax return this year, you may want to file sooner. Here's why you'll want to act quickly.
  
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• What does iPhone 12 Pro's lidar feature actually do? Here it is in action - CNET

  21-02-2021 08:00 via cnet.com
  
  House-scanning app Canvas works with lidar on the iPhone 12 Pro, but also scans without it. The difference is accuracy.
  
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• This Asus ROG should be the ultimate gaming laptop. It’s not

  21-02-2021 07:00
  
  The Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo SE GX551 has sensational power to go with its monster price. But a divisive design, irritating keyboard and battery issues don’t help it out
  
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• This Asus ROG GX551 should be the ultimate gaming laptop. It’s not

  21-02-2021 07:00
  
  The Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo SE GX551 has sensational power to go with its monster price. But a divisive design, irritating keyboard and battery issues don’t help it out
  
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• Think you'll qualify for a $1,400 stimulus check? What we know about income, dependent, age, more - CNET

  21-02-2021 07:00 via cnet.com
  
  Congress is working to wrap up the third stimulus check eligibility guidelines in the next few weeks. Here are the qualifications, based on the current proposal -- plus requirements for the second check if you're still waiting for it.
  
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• The Asus ROG should be the ultimate gaming laptop. It’s not

  21-02-2021 07:00
  
  The Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo SE GX551 has sensational power to go with its monster price. But a divisive design, irritating keyboard and battery issues don’t help it out
  
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• Stimulus checks: Every important thing you should know - CNET

  21-02-2021 05:00 via cnet.com
  
  The House and Senate are working out the details for a third stimulus check even as some people are still waiting for their first and second payments. Here are the major developments you need to be aware of.
  
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• Our first look at Android 12 video - CNET

  21-02-2021 03:51 via cnet.com
  
  The latest version of Android brings more visual tweaks to notifications and performance enhancements under your phone's hood. Here's what the first developer preview looks like.
  
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• How much of the $1,400 stimulus check could you get? Calculate your total - CNET

  21-02-2021 03:00 via cnet.com
  
  Details for a potential third stimulus check for $1,400 continue to surface. We help you estimate your household's total take-home based on the latest information.
  
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• Plane drops debris on Denver area as United Airlines flight sees engine failure - CNET

  21-02-2021 02:40 via cnet.com
  
  "Given the number of people who are at Commons Park on a weekend day we are beyond grateful that no one was injured," says a local police department. The plane lands safely.
  
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• Are streaming algorithms really damaging film?

  21-02-2021 00:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Director Martin Scorsese says streaming algorithms demean cinema and treat viewers as consumers.
  
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