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• QNAP warns NAS users of DeadBolt ransomware, urges customers to update

  27-01-2022 23:59 via zdnet.com
  
  QNAP released a warning this week about a ransomware strain targeting all NAS instances exposed to the internet.
  
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• Apple's iPhone 13 led to its largest revenue and profit in history - CNET

  27-01-2022 23:53 via cnet.com
  
  The tech giant said its iPhone sales grew more than 9% from the previous year, marking continued demand for 5G iPhones.
  
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• Apple beats estimates with all time record revenue

  27-01-2022 23:31
  
  Apple surpasses analysts’ predictions with 11% higher revenues compared with last year despite supply chain issues and Omicron surgeApple reported record sales in the holiday quarter, beating estimates as it benefited from high iPhone demand in China and withstood constraints caused by supply chain disruptions and the Omicron variant.Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, had warned in October that chip shortages were affecting the manufacturing of most Apple products and could lead to over $6bn in
  
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• Do we need a fourth COVID vaccine shot? Who is eligible for a second booster now? - CNET

  27-01-2022 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  While medical experts debate fourth shots of COVID vaccines, some people are already receiving them.
  
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• Medieval monk wrote a spot-on description of mysterious ball lightning - CNET

  27-01-2022 23:28 via cnet.com
  
  "A marvellous sign..." The report dating back around 800 years appears to be the earliest of ball lightning in England.
  
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• Elder Scrolls Online: High Isle says hello to intrigue, goodbye to 'cosmic threats' - CNET

  27-01-2022 23:24 via cnet.com
  
  The new chapter is set to bring new companions, a trading card game and a stack of political intrigue.
  
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• Gaming Chromebooks with full RGB keyboard could be on the way - CNET

  27-01-2022 23:21 via cnet.com
  
  The next Chrome OS devices could be targeting the gaming market.
  
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• Score a bigger refund with these 13 tax deductions and credits - CNET

  27-01-2022 23:05 via cnet.com
  
  If you qualify, you can increase your refund or save on your tax bill.
  
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• Hey binge-watchers, slow down - CNET

  27-01-2022 23:04 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: You might enjoy TV more if you don't binge.
  
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• Play golf anytime, anywhere, in any weather with this $229 PhiGolf simulator

  27-01-2022 23:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Immerse yourself in the most stunning graphics and play with your actual swing, no net or balls required, alone or with family and friends, using multiplayer mode.
  
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• Labor regulator accuses Amazon of intimidation as union drives move forward - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:57 via cnet.com
  
  Amazon broke labor laws in Staten Island, prosecutors for the NLRB say. A union wants a controversial mailbox removed in Alabama.
  
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• Atlassian delivers $688 million revenue in Q2

  27-01-2022 22:41 via zdnet.com
  
  Atlassian said it brought in more than 10,000 net new customers in Q2
  
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• Apple's iPhone 13 led to its largest revenue and profit in the history - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:40 via cnet.com
  
  The tech giant said its iPhone sales grew more than 9% from the previous year, marking continued demand for 5G iPhones.
  
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• Slow internet on your Android? Time to clear those cookies and cache - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:36 via cnet.com
  
  Give your browser a breather by clearing your cache. It'll make navigating the web using Google Chrome or Firefox much more efficient.
  
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• Slow internet on your Android phone? Time to clear those cookies and cache - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:36 via cnet.com
  
  Give your browser a breather by clearing your cache. It'll make navigating the web using Google Chrome or Firefox much more efficient.
  
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• Apple stock rising as fiscal Q1 revenue, EPS beat expectations

  27-01-2022 22:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Apple said it sold $71.6 billion worth of iPhones in the quarter, a 9% increase from the prior-year period.
  
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• Apple CFO: Expect record March-quarter revenue despite supply constraints

  27-01-2022 22:34 via zdnet.com
  
  In spite of "very significant supply constraints," said CFO Luca Maestri, the company's installed base of iPads "reached a new all-time high."
  
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• HBO Max has some changes to make before it can match Netflix - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:30 via cnet.com
  
  HBO Max has a lot to offer, but the streaming service isn't perfect yet. Here's what it needs to do to catch up with other streaming services.
  
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• New, much more evil Wordle challenges you to tackle two words at once - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:22 via cnet.com
  
  Dordle is here to make your daily word game life more complicated.
  
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• New, much more evil Wordle challenges you to tackle 2 words at once - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:22 via cnet.com
  
  Dordle is here to make your daily word game life more complicated.
  
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• Western Digital beats Q2 estimates in spite of ongoing supply chain problems

  27-01-2022 22:21 via zdnet.com
  
  Supply chain disruptions impacted Western Digital's cloud hard drive deployments at certain customers, which led to a sequential decline in exabyte shipments.
  
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• Best OLED TV deals: Grab a 48-inch for $800 or a 65-inch for under $1,800 today - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:18 via cnet.com
  
  Looking to save on an OLED smart TV? Here are the best deals available right now.
  
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• Filing a tax extension this year? You'll delay this IRS money if you do - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  The tax extension deadline is months away, but if you don't plan to file your 2021 tax return by then, you could be delaying a significant amount of money.
  
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• The X1 Credit Card pushes the envelope on rewards and security - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Offering higher spending limits, virtual card support and a progressive rewards rate, this "smart" credit card is worth a look.
  
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• Samsung Unpacked event: How to watch the likely Galaxy S22 reveal - CNET

  27-01-2022 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  The Galaxy S22 is expected to be the star of the show at Samsung's next Unpacked event on Feb. 9.
  
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• How to sign a PDF on your Mac in a few easy steps video - CNET

  27-01-2022 21:51 via cnet.com
  
  Here's what to do to create a signature and sign any documents in Preview.
  
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• iOS 15.4 beta for developers brings Face ID while wearing a mask, Universal Control - CNET

  27-01-2022 21:42 via cnet.com
  
  The next version of Apple's software for iPhones might come packed with new features.
  
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• FCC moves forward with plans to require broadband 'nutrition labels'

  27-01-2022 21:31 via zdnet.com
  
  The new rules would require internet service providers to display easy-to-understand labels to help consumers comparison shop.
  
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• Razer Iskur Fabric

  27-01-2022 21:27 via techradar.com
  
  Razer Iskur Fabric two-minute review
  The Razer Iskur Fabric is the next iteration of the Razer Iskur line of gaming chairs that the company introduced in 2020, which was already one of the best gaming chairs around.Now, with a more comfortable fabric upholstery that breathes better during extended gaming sessions, the Razer Iskur Fabric improves on its predecessor in just about every way.The Iskur Fabric isn't all that much different from the Razer Iskur that we reviewed last year, and it h
  
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• Best internet service providers of 2022 - CNET

  27-01-2022 21:23 via cnet.com
  
  "Best" is a relative term when it comes to ISPs, but after evaluating speeds, terms and value, these are the ones we'd recommend first.
  
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• Best phone 2022: Top 10 smartphones you should buy

  27-01-2022 21:22 via zdnet.com
  
  ZDNet's mobile expert Matt Miller hand-picks the 10 best smartphone phone models worthy of your consideration. Whatever your priority -- from 5G or camera to speed or display -- there's a phone here to meet your every need.
  
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• The best debit cards for kids and teens in 2022: Greenlight, GoHenry and others compared - CNET

  27-01-2022 21:18 via cnet.com
  
  Keep your kids safe while teaching them about money.
  
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• iOS 15.4 beta for developers brings Face ID while wearing a mask, new emojis - CNET

  27-01-2022 20:42 via cnet.com
  
  The next version of Apple's software for iPhones might come packed with new features.
  
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• Does bad weather affect your internet? - CNET

  27-01-2022 20:37 via cnet.com
  
  Potentially, but the threat of weather-related internet issues is greatest if you have satellite or fixed wireless internet.
  
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• Google Has a New Plan to Kill Cookies. People Are Still Mad

  27-01-2022 20:26
  
  Google has scrapped FLoC, its controversial cookie replacement. Now it’s back with Topics—but rivals and privacy experts are still nervous.
  
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• FCC proposes 'nutrition labels' for broadband service - CNET

  27-01-2022 20:19 via cnet.com
  
  The Federal Communications Commission unanimously approved the proposal.
  
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• Minnie Mouse now wears a pantsuit, and the internet has a lot to say - CNET

  27-01-2022 20:18 via cnet.com
  
  "Why y'all mad at miss minnie for wearing designer and having a wardrobe like?? SHE'S NOT REAL."
  
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• Minnie Mouse now has a pantsuit, and the internet has a lot to say - CNET

  27-01-2022 20:18 via cnet.com
  
  "Why y'all mad at miss minnie for wearing designer and having a wardrobe like?? SHE'S NOT REAL."
  
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• Pam & Tommy review: Hulu's '90s-tastic miniseries a treat for voyeurs - CNET

  27-01-2022 20:08 via cnet.com
  
  You have to see the story of Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee's sex tape to believe it, but you might feel grubby afterward.
  
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• TCL debuts the cheapest Verizon high-speed 5G phone yet - CNET

  27-01-2022 20:05 via cnet.com
  
  The TCL 30 V 5G will be able to access Verizon's new C-band 5G network.
  
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• Global research: 3 out of 4 professionals do not feel ready to work in a digital-first world

  27-01-2022 20:02 via zdnet.com
  
  According to the Global Digital Skills Index, research-based on 23,000 workers in 19 countries, nearly three-quarters of respondents do not feel equipped to learn the digital skills needed by businesses now and even more do not feel equipped for the future.
  
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• Best credit cards for Amazon for February 2022 - CNET

  27-01-2022 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Amazon makes shopping easy, and the right credit cards can make it more fruitful.
  
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• How Extreme Networks got inside track on sports stadium installations

  27-01-2022 19:43 via zdnet.com
  
  Despite a tough macro environment slowed by supply-chain shortages and uncertainty about people returning to work, the company has exceeded its goals for four straight quarters.
  
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• The best IT skill for the 2020s? Become an 'evergreen' learner

  27-01-2022 19:25 via zdnet.com
  
  Tech professionals have limited time outside of their jobs to learn new skills. So experts recommend a broader approach to skills development.
  
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• The best information technology skill for the 2020s: become an 'evergreen' learner

  27-01-2022 19:25 via zdnet.com
  
  Technology professionals only have so much precious time outside of their regular jobs or gigs to learn new skills. Industry experts suggest a broader approach to skills development.
  
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• Mastercard announces Q4 revenue is up 27% in annual earnings report

  27-01-2022 19:22 via zdnet.com
  
  The financial services company surpassed analyst estimates, reporting higher fourth quarter revenue and greater earnings per share.
  
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• Watch how a robot surgeon works video - CNET

  27-01-2022 19:20 via cnet.com
  
  See the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot, aka STAR, conduct surgery, in this video courtesy of Johns Hopkins University.
  
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• Here's how the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR) works. Video provided by Johns Hopkins University. video - CNET

  27-01-2022 19:20 via cnet.com
  
  Watch along as STAR conducts the surgery.
  
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• Here's how the Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR) works video - CNET

  27-01-2022 19:20 via cnet.com
  
  Watch along as STAR conducts the surgery. Video provided by Johns Hopkins University
  
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• Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer to retire - CNET

  27-01-2022 19:09 via cnet.com
  
  Biden says he hasn't chosen a replacement yet but will nominate a Black woman to the high court, in a first in the nation's history.
  
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