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• CISA releases alert on BadAlloc vulnerability in BlackBerry products

  17-08-2021 23:59 via zdnet.com
  
  The affected BlackBerry software is in nearly 200 million cars as well as thousands of industrial control devices, medical tools and more.
  
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• US mask mandate for public transit will be extended through Jan. 18 - CNET

  17-08-2021 23:54 via cnet.com
  
  The current TSA mask mandate for travelers lasts through Sept. 13.
  
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• The Taliban have nearly 900K Twitter followers as they 'fish for legitimacy' - CNET

  17-08-2021 23:54 via cnet.com
  
  Social media didn't exist when the Taliban last held power. The group has quickly learned how to use it.
  
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• The Taliban have nearly 900K followers on Twitter as they 'fish for legitimacy' - CNET

  17-08-2021 23:54 via cnet.com
  
  Social media didn't exist when the Taliban last held power. The group has quickly learned how to use it.
  
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• 2 million government records exposed online in 'no-fly' watchlist, researcher says - CNET

  17-08-2021 23:35 via cnet.com
  
  A security researcher says the massive trove of records included names, birthdates and passport details.
  
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• NASA rover marks nine years on Mars with glorious 360-degree panorama - CNET

  17-08-2021 23:26 via cnet.com
  
  Check out the knobbly rocks and rounded hills that dot the Martian landscape in Curiosity's gorgeous view of its home on the side of a mountain.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S22 rumors: Release date, price, camera specs and more - CNET

  17-08-2021 23:18 via cnet.com
  
  Although the Galaxy S22 could get some major camera upgrades, the latest buzz says Samsung's new smartphone could also have a smaller battery and display.
  
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• Everything parents should know about opting out of child tax credit payments now - CNET

  17-08-2021 23:00 via cnet.com
  
  Will parents have to repay the advance checks if they unenroll? We'll explain.
  
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• Google hopes Pixel 5A, a midtier 5G phone, will lift sales despite limited availability - CNET

  17-08-2021 22:43 via cnet.com
  
  Global supply chain issues crimped a larger rollout.
  
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• COVID booster shots for everyone coming soon? What we know about a third vaccination in the US - CNET

  17-08-2021 22:27 via cnet.com
  
  Biden administration officials on Wednesday will present plans for who can get a booster shot for COVID-19. Here's who may be eligible -- and when -- for a booster.
  
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• Scientists discover a 'break' in one of the Milky Way's arms - CNET

  17-08-2021 22:18 via cnet.com
  
  NASA says it's "like a splinter poking out from a plank of wood."
  
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• 2022 Subaru WRX teases its manual transmission - Roadshow

  17-08-2021 22:11 via cnet.com
  
  Confirmed: The performance sedan will still be available with three pedals and a stick.
  
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• Facebook reportedly shuts down Taliban accounts on WhatsApp - CNET

  17-08-2021 22:05 via cnet.com
  
  A Taliban helpline for people to report looting and violence was blocked, reports the Financial Times.
  
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• Mercedes-Benz kills the V8 for 2022 models over reported supply chain woes - Roadshow

  17-08-2021 21:51 via cnet.com
  
  Up to 17 vehicles Mercedes-Benz sells are part of the upheaval, and that includes AMG models.
  
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• Single COVID case prompts lockdown in New Zealand - CNET

  17-08-2021 21:50 via cnet.com
  
  The case is likely from community spread, officials say, which the country hasn't had for months.
  
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• Twitter is testing a way to report misleading tweets - CNET

  17-08-2021 21:19 via cnet.com
  
  Misinformation is still a big problem on social networks.
  
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• Star Wars Visions trailer flashes the show's next-level lightsaber action - CNET

  17-08-2021 21:03 via cnet.com
  
  Star Wars goes back to its Disney Plus samurai roots on on Sept. 22.
  
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• How the Taliban is using Twitter to 'fish for legitimacy' as it reclaims Afghanistan - CNET

  17-08-2021 21:03 via cnet.com
  
  Accounts suspected to belong to Taliban representatives reach nearly 900,000 followers on the social platform.
  
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• How the Taliban are using Twitter to 'fish for legitimacy' as they reclaim Afghanistan - CNET

  17-08-2021 21:03 via cnet.com
  
  Accounts suspected to belong to Taliban representatives reach nearly 900,000 followers on the social platform.
  
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• Child tax credit problems? What to know about delays, missing payments, wrong amounts - CNET

  17-08-2021 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  If you've been experiencing payment issues, you're not the only one. We'll explain some of the typical hurdles for families this year.
  
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• 11 early signs you're pregnant, before a missed period - CNET

  17-08-2021 20:59 via cnet.com
  
  Early pregnancy symptoms can overlap with common body changes, such as PMS. Here's how to tell the difference.
  
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• Galaxy Z Flip 3 review: Why it's so fun to take photos with Samsung's new foldable - CNET

  17-08-2021 20:48 via cnet.com
  
  Samsung didn't upgrade the cameras, but the Galaxy Z Flip 3 offers a unique and wonderful experience for snapping a picture or recording a video.
  
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• iPhone 13 vs. iPhone 12: The biggest rumored differences between Apple's smartphones - CNET

  17-08-2021 20:35 via cnet.com
  
  How will the iPhone 13 compare to the iPhone 12? Here's all the latest gossip about the iPhone 13's price and features, and how it could stack up against last year's Apple smartphone.
  
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• Ford Bronco Riptide concept shows us SUV's beachy side - Roadshow

  17-08-2021 20:09 via cnet.com
  
  For those wanting a Bronco beach day, the Riptide project vehicle is just the solution.
  
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• Is a 4th stimulus check on the agenda? Here's what to know about 2021 relief money - CNET

  17-08-2021 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Congress is unlikely to approve another stimulus payment this year. But other aid, including the child tax credit, could be coming your way.
  
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• Google Pixel 5A review: Snappy performance, familiar design - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:58 via cnet.com
  
  Google's newest Pixel phone is solid and affordable at $449. Here's what we think so far.
  
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• Ikea now offers a clean energy subscription service in Sweden - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:55 via cnet.com
  
  Customers with Ikea solar panels will also now be able to track usage and sell back excess energy.
  
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• Windows 11 download: How to get Microsoft's free update (if you're eligible) - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:54 via cnet.com
  
  Can't wait for the Windows 11 general release later this year? You can download an early version of Microsoft's new OS now. Here's how.
  
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• PS5 restock tracker: How to buy a PlayStation 5 from PlayStation Direct, GameStop and more - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:37 via cnet.com
  
  Need to find a PS5? We have tips on how to get one this week.
  
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• US to recommend COVID booster shots after 8 months: Who could get them and why - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:29 via cnet.com
  
  The Biden administration will reportedly soon push for a COVID-19 booster. Here's who may be first in line.
  
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• US to recommend COVID booster shot after 8 months: Who could get them and why? - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:29 via cnet.com
  
  The Biden administration will reportedly soon push for a COVID-19 booster shot. Here's what could happen and who may be first in line.
  
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• August full moon is a rare 'seasonal blue moon': Here's what that means - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:26 via cnet.com
  
  The big glowing globe in the night sky on Aug. 22 will be a very specific kind of blue moon.
  
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• Historic water shortage declared after record July: Severe drought, explained - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:19 via cnet.com
  
  The largest reservoir in the US is only a third full, prompting a first of its kind declaration.
  
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• iPhone 13 release date: Could Apple's new smartphone come this fall? - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:08 via cnet.com
  
  Apple's new iPhone could make its grand entrance in September. Here's all the iPhone 13 release date gossip we've heard so far.
  
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• Google Pixel 6 phones won't come with a charger in the box - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:02 via cnet.com
  
  The tech giant expects the new Pixel 5A to be the last to include an in-box charger.
  
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• Google Pixel 5A review: Its 5G support is... complicated - CNET

  17-08-2021 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  Google's newest Pixel phone is solid and affordable at $449. Here's what we think so far.
  
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• Perseid meteor shower 2021 still active: How to watch the shooting stars - CNET

  17-08-2021 18:58 via cnet.com
  
  We're past the peak, but the Perseids are still going through late August.
  
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• 5 upcoming phones we can't wait to see: iPhone 13, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Pixel 6 and more - CNET

  17-08-2021 18:57 via cnet.com
  
  With the iPhone 13, Pixel 6, Microsoft Surface Duo 2, Galaxy S22 and S21 FE coming soon, it's a great time to be a phone enthusiast.
  
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• OnlyFans kicks off promotional push for a nude-less app - CNET

  17-08-2021 18:55 via cnet.com
  
  Angling to become a new kind of Patreon, the company infamous for nudes widens its audience funnel with free content that can pass app store muster.
  
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• Google Chromecast (3rd Generation)

  17-08-2021 18:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Looking for an HD streamer that doesn't break the bank? Our Chromecast review breaks down why it's still one of the best value products in streaming video.
  
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• Best Lenovo laptop deals: Discounted ThinkPads, Yogas, Legions and more - CNET

  17-08-2021 18:46 via cnet.com
  
  Lenovo laptops and two-in-one convertibles with the latest AMD and Intel silicon are on sale right now.
  
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• Microsoft hires former Uber exec in effort to grow its Teams consumer business

  17-08-2021 18:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Microsoft is adding a consumer-app expert, Manik Gupta, to its management roster as part of an effort to grow share for Teams Consumer, Skype and GroupMe.
  
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• Sonos IKEA Symfonisk Picture Frame with Wi-Fi Speaker review

  17-08-2021 18:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Ikea and Sonos’ latest wireless speaker is their best yet, producing brilliant audio while looking beautiful.
  
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• Scuf wireless game controller for Xbox Series X may fix the sticks - CNET

  17-08-2021 18:29 via cnet.com
  
  The company's new Instinct and Instinct Pro are the "first wireless performance controllers" for the new Xbox consoles and sport more streamlined designs.
  
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• Patch released for Fortinet command injection vulnerability

  17-08-2021 18:28 via zdnet.com
  
  A Rapid7 researcher discovered the issue, which was addressed in a recent Fortinet update.
  
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• Pixel 5A: How to buy Google's newest smartphone today - CNET

  17-08-2021 18:15 via cnet.com
  
  Google's new Pixel 5A with 5G is more affordable and feature-packed than ever. Here's what you need to do to get one on launch day.
  
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• Samsung The Terrace

  17-08-2021 18:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Samsung The Terrace is the first outdoor TV to come from the world’s biggest TV maker, and it’s pretty notable for that reason.
  
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• Nine Perfect Strangers: Hulu's show about self-improvement could use improving - CNET

  17-08-2021 18:02 via cnet.com
  
  Nicole Kidman can't save Hulu's limited-run adaptation of the best-selling Liane Moriarty novel.
  
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• IRS child tax credit update portal: Opt out, manage payments and more with this tool - CNET

  17-08-2021 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  There are a few online tools that can answer most child tax credit questions. We'll break it down.
  
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• Google Pixel 5A with 5G review: Snappy performance for $449 - CNET

  17-08-2021 18:00 via cnet.com
  
  Google's newest Pixel phone is solid and affordable, but its 5G support is... complicated.
  
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