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• GIF shows ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ eclipsing the eclipse - CNET

  25-08-2017 23:51
  Spotify released an animation showing how plays of the song spiked 3,521 percent during the eclipse.
  
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• Apple wins ‘Best Paper Award’ at prestigious machine learning conference

  25-08-2017 23:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  After Apple decided to allow its researchers to publicly share their findings, its first academic paper was published at the end of last year. Now, that research has just won a “Best Paper Award” at a prestigious machine learning and computer vision conference.more…
  
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• Netflix's 'Death Note' not worthy of life - CNET

  25-08-2017 23:36
  Commentary: If you're wondering how bad a Hollywood-produced, live-action version of a Japanese classic could be, here's your answer.
  
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• Tim Cook on whether he’s running for the U.S. presidency: ‘You’ve got to be kidding’

  25-08-2017 23:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  The greatest Silicon Valley-Washington flirtation in the past year has been whether...
  
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• 'Humans of New York' lands a Facebook video series - CNET

  25-08-2017 23:12
  The popular blog that celebrates the ordinary people of the Big Apple will get a docuseries next week on Facebook Watch, the site's new video platform.
  
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• Essential Phone begins shipping today, only 57 days late - CNET

  25-08-2017 23:12
  Or two days late, depending how you count.
  
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• Mark Hamill reveals his Star Wars Dagobah snacks - CNET

  25-08-2017 23:00
  Luke Skywalker must have had some mighty fresh breath during his visit with Yoda on Dagobah in "The Empire Strikes Back."
  
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• Mayweather vs. McGregor fight stream: Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch

  25-08-2017 22:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  When the two combatants finally square off on Saturday night in Las Vegas, fans who have cut the cord...
  
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• iOS 11 beta code references ‘Apple Pay Cash card’ and required photo ID

  25-08-2017 22:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  Since its announcement at WWDC 2017, details on Apple’s upcoming person to person payment service has been sparse. Not having made any appearances in the latest iOS 11 betas, expectations have been set that we’ll see an official launch later this year.
  While we may have to wait, iHelp BR has uncovered some further details on what we may come to expect with final Apple Pay Cash release. Code references in the Apple Pay framework point to the fact that users may have to authentica
  
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• After Note 8, Samsung may be ready to fully embrace dual cameras - CNET

  25-08-2017 22:34
  The Note 8 was the first Samsung phone to don two rear cameras, but rumors say the Galaxy S9 and J7+ may be following suit.
  
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• Court throws out lawsuit blaming lack of texting ‘lock-out’ technology in iPhone caused car accident

  25-08-2017 22:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  A California judge has thrown out a suit brought against Apple by the father of a college student killed...
  
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• HTC may be putting itself up for sale - CNET

  25-08-2017 22:18
  The troubled company is also looking at selling its virtual reality business.
  
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• 70 percent of iPhone buyers won't even consider another brand - CNET

  25-08-2017 22:15
  Commentary: In a new survey, the loyalty of Apple users shows no sign of receding. Which indicates the hard task ahead for competitors.
  
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• Half-Life 2: Episode 3's plot revealed by former writer - CNET

  25-08-2017 22:10
  For 10 years Half-Life fans have wondered if a new game would ever come out. Now the former head writer has revealed what might have been.
  
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• Google Chrome makes it easy to mute annoying auto-play audio - CNET

  25-08-2017 21:48
  The feature is now available on Chrome’s developer version: Chrome Canary.
  
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• Friday 5: YouTube TV shows strong potential as a cord-cutting option [Video]

  25-08-2017 21:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  YouTube TV just became available in my area last week, which allowed me to take it for a test drive for the first time. What I found was a service that, although definitely not perfect, has plenty of potential. In this week’s edition of Friday 5, I showcase some of the app’s best features.more…
  
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• TouchArcade iOS Gaming Roundup: Reigns: Her Majesty, Darkest Dungeon, Final Fantasy XV, and More

  25-08-2017 21:35 via macrumors.com
  This week was a massive week for iOS gaming news, so much so that there's not even time for witty intros. Jumping right in, Ridiculous Fishing was updated to 64-bit. This was a 32-bit title we were watching very closely as we gave it our Game of the Year award in 2013, and Ridiculous Fishing has won basically every other award an iOS game can win outside of that. The update adds haptic feedback, leaderboards, and some other goodies too. In other 32 to 64-bit updates, DotEmu will be updating thei
  
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• Stocks up, transports rebound; 5 reasons to keep holding Apple

  25-08-2017 21:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tech stocks lagged on Friday as strength in the transportation, energy and select retail sectors...
  
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• 'Game of Thrones' and Bud Light, a natural pairing - CNET

  25-08-2017 21:19
  Commentary: A new ad for Bud Light leaps onto the "Game of Thrones" bandwagon, just before it leaves town.
  
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• Samsung chief sentenced to five years for offering bribes and other crimes

  25-08-2017 21:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Samsung heir Lee Jae-yong, the de facto leader of South Korea’s most successful business group...
  
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• French firm peddles spyware 'to find out if your son is gay' - CNET

  25-08-2017 20:31
  Commentary: Fireworld is under fire after it suggests parents could use its products to find out more about their kids' sexuality.
  
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• 'Game of Thrones' Facebook filter crowns you the Night King - CNET

  25-08-2017 20:30
  Ice, ice, baby: Joining the undead army sounds cool, but getting this smartphone effect to work can be as difficult as getting Cersei to join the PTA.
  
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• Your Chevrolet Bolt may have a battery problem - Roadshow

  25-08-2017 20:28
  A fault in a single battery cell may cause a false range reading.
  
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• Apple has secured a massive supply of camera lens modules ahead of next-gen iPhone launch

  25-08-2017 20:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  Upstream optical lens players in the supply chains are busy with massive shipments in the second half of 2017...
  
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• 9to5Rewards: Plox Levitating Star Wars Death Star Bluetooth Speaker [Giveaway]

  25-08-2017 20:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  Another week has come to a close, which means it’s 9to5Rewards time. This go around we’ve partnered with Plox to give away its Levitating Star Wars Death Star Bluetooth Speaker. This thing is a must-have for any fan of the franchise and has a $200 value. Head below to find out how you can win.more…
  
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• Apple announces more than 30 US community colleges to offer App Development with Swift curriculum

  25-08-2017 20:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple today announced the App Development with Swift curriculum will now be offered in more than 30 community college systems...
  
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• MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPhone Prize Pack from Toddy Gear

  25-08-2017 20:00 via macrumors.com
  For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Toddy Gear to give MacRumors readers a chance to win an iPhone prize pack that includes a Bottle Opener Case for the iPhone 7, an iPhone charging cable, a microfiber Smart Cloth, and a Wedge iPhone stand that doubles as a screen cleaner.Toddy Gear has been known for its colorful, high-quality microfiber cloths for years. The cloths, priced at $9.99, come in a wide range of colors and patterns and are made from 100 percent microfiber that's designed
  
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• Facebook will start bundling your memories for sharing - CNET

  25-08-2017 19:55
  Along with a couple other new features, the social network will deliver recent related memories in a monthly recap.
  
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• Facebook announces new memory features & ‘On This Day’ changes coming to News Feed

  25-08-2017 19:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  In addition to recent changes to the Newsfeed and other aspects of the app, Facebook today has announced new “On This Day” features for its mobile applications. In a blog post, the social network announced new features for easily “recapping your memories” baked right into the News Feed.more…
  
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• The FBI wants U.S. companies to stop using Kaspersky software

  25-08-2017 19:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  The FBI has admitted that it is actively discouraging businesses to not use security products from Kaspersky Lab...
  
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• Samsung's Galaxy Note 8 Compared to iPhone 8 Dummy

  25-08-2017 19:20 via macrumors.com
  Samsung yesterday unveiled its new Galaxy Note 8 in New York, introducing a device with a 6.3-inch AMOLED Infinity Display, 12-megapixel dual rear cameras, a new S Pen, a 10nm processor, 6GB RAM, IP68 water resistance, and a few features cribbed from Apple, including a "Live Focus" photo mode for adjusting depth and dual rear cameras with telephoto and wide-angle lenses.
  MacRumors videographer Matt Gonzalez attended Samsung's launch event and was able to get some hands-on time with the device th
  
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• Samsung working on firmware fix for European TV owners - CNET

  25-08-2017 19:15
  A mid-August software update made some Samsung TV models unusable.
  
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• Toyota Safe and Sound app threatens teen drivers with parents' music - CNET

  25-08-2017 19:13
  Mom and Dad can now weaponize their taste in music to keep their teen drivers at the speed limit.
  
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• Apple releases fresh colors for Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones

  25-08-2017 19:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple has launched new color options for its Beats Solo3 Wireless headphones. The updated palette is reportedly going to be exclusive to Apple Stores, Target, and John Lewis in the UK.more…
  
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• Why you should learn Apple’s open source Swift language

  25-08-2017 19:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  If you are a developer, hope to become a developer, or are thinking about learning how to build apps...
  
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• Netflix's 'Death Note' writes its own - CNET

  25-08-2017 18:47
  Commentary: If you're wondering how bad a Hollywood-produced, live-action version of a Japanese classic could be, here's your answer.
  
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• NASA sees monstrous Hurricane Harvey from space station - CNET

  25-08-2017 18:29
  Astronauts on board the International Space Station get a dramatic look at Hurricane Harvey as it approaches the US coast.
  
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• 9to5Toys Last Call: UE BOOM 2 Bluetooth Speaker $99, Timbuk2 MacBook Bag Sale, Sony 65-inch 4K UHDTV $1,798, more

  25-08-2017 18:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications. more…
  
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• 'The Tick' on Amazon way more fun than the dour 'Defenders' - CNET

  25-08-2017 18:24
  Amazon's new streaming comedy sends up today's super-serious superheroes.
  
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• Apple’s iOS and macOS: What comes next?

  25-08-2017 18:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  It’s easy to get so focused on the details on the present that we miss the obvious questions about the future...
  
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• Apple CEO Tim Cook Visits Capital Factory Tech Incubator in Austin

  25-08-2017 18:02 via macrumors.com
  Apple CEO Tim Cook has arrived in Austin, Texas, the latest destination on his mini trip around the United States this week.
  Photo: Capital Factory
  Cook started his day by visiting the Capital Factory tech accelerator and incubator in downtown Austin, where he met with local developers and entrepreneurs like Joah Spearman, the co-founder of local travel recommendation app Localeur, and Whitney Wolfe, the founder of popular dating app Bumble.Cook also announced that Austin Community College Distr
  
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• Xfinity Mobile offering $200 off current iPhones with new service

  25-08-2017 17:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  Last week, Xfinity Mobile fully launched its new wireless plans after previously releasing the new service in select cities. Starting today, the company is giving new customers $200 off all current iPhone models and more.more…
  
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• 'Game of Thrones' Hound and Tormund sing duet on Instagram - CNET

  25-08-2017 17:33
  Actors Kristofer Hivju and Rory McCann make sweet music together behind the scenes on the "Game of Thrones" set.
  
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• 'Black Mirror's' fourth season gets creepy episode teaser - CNET

  25-08-2017 17:30
  Netflix shares the upcoming titles and some quick clips for the coming season.
  
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• Mac Malware Mania: Chicken Little works for antivirus peddlers. You’re the only problem. Fix the problem.

  25-08-2017 17:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  Sulfur's burning in your nostrils. The heavens grow darker. Far off you hear a voice you think might be Chicken Little...
  
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• The new Apple TV is coming with the iPhone 8 (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Podcast, Ep. 97) - CNET

  25-08-2017 17:01
  The iPhone 8 could come Sept. 12, Bloomberg reports the new 4K Apple TV to be unveiled at the next Apple Event, and Apple wants $50 for early home movies.
  
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• Apple’s HomePod is uniquely positioned to win the smart speaker market

  25-08-2017 17:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  In December, Apple will ship HomePod, a smart speaker with a unique focus on music...
  
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• See 'SpongeBob SquarePants' full of anime angst - CNET

  25-08-2017 16:44
  The lovable cartoon sponge and his underwater pals are transformed into dark, brooding Japanese anime characters in this fan-made tribute.
  
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• More proof emerges that Tesla may make a music service - Roadshow

  25-08-2017 16:33
  Some digging in a recent Tesla software update turned up a big clue for the potential streaming service, possibly called "TTunes."
  
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• Facebook Expands Memory Features to Include Monthly and Seasonal Recaps

  25-08-2017 16:31 via macrumors.com
  Facebook today announced a few updates and expansions coming to its popular memory features, one of which will present users with monthly and seasonal memory recaps instead of just memories that happened on one specific day. Similar to On This Day, monthly and seasonal recaps will appear on user News Feeds and can be shared with their friends.
  The social network is also implementing new celebratory milestones for its users, with new messages that congratulate users for making a notable number of
  
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