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• CES 2018: Watch the Hyundai press conference live now - CNET

  08-01-2018 23:55
  From Hyundai to Sony to Intel, here's how to watch the biggest press conferences from the biggest day at CES.
  
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• 001: HomeKit at CES, HomePod launch, iPhone SE 2, and Safari Spectre fixes | 9to5Mac Daily

  08-01-2018 23:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  Welcome to 9to5Mac Daily, a new podcast bringing you the latest in Apple news and top 9to5Mac stories every Monday through Friday. Today on 9to5Mac Daily we’ve got CES HomeKit announcements, a possible HomePod launch date, iPhone SE 2 rumors, and important iOS security updates.
  9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2018/01/9to5
  
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• Nope, AT&T isn't selling a Huawei phone - CNET

  08-01-2018 23:51
  The Chinese phone maker was widely expected to announce its first big partnership with AT&T. That isn't the case.
  
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• Samsung's SmartThings cloud is coming this spring - CNET

  08-01-2018 23:50
  The new feature will be a single program to control your connected gadgets, instead of a mess of apps.
  
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• James Damore sues Google for discriminating against white men - CNET

  08-01-2018 23:41
  The fired engineer says the tech giant uses "illegal hiring quotas" to fill its staff with women and minority candidates.
  
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• Sen. Markey follows through on commitment to force Senate vote on net neutrality

  08-01-2018 23:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  Just under a month after the FCC voted to repeal net neutrality, Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey announced today that the Senate will vote on a reversal of the decision.more…
  
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• French watchdog launches probe into Apple over ‘alleged deception and planned obsolescence’

  08-01-2018 23:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple continues to face scrutiny over its iPhone slowdown tactic. After a handful of earlier lawsuits, the company is now being investigated by French consumer watchdog DGCCRF, part of the Economy Ministry, according to Reuters…more…
  
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• iPhone SE 2 said to have a big improvement over its predecessor with the addition of a popular iPhone X feature

  08-01-2018 23:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  We’ve seen rumors about the timing of an updated iPhone SE release for a few months now...
  
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• GoPro exits drone market, hints at search for a buyer, partner - CNET

  08-01-2018 23:25
  The leader in the action cam market continues to reduce its size and product lines in its fight to stay profitable.
  
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• Samsung CES 2018 press conference: Watch live now - CNET

  08-01-2018 23:10
  TVs. Phones. Appliances. Smart home. Samsung does it all. What will the company unveil to kick off its 2018 lineup?
  
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• Nissan sells 300,000 Leafs in 7 years, remains king of EVs - Roadshow

  08-01-2018 23:10
  The first affordable mass-market electric vehicle remains the world's most popular.
  
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• Zagg unveils new Rugged Book keyboard case w/ military-grade protection for iPad

  08-01-2018 23:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  Zagg today has unveiled its latest iPad accessory, a new wireless keyboard and detachable case combo called the Rugged Book. The accessory maker says this keyboard is available for the 9.7-inch iPad Pro, the iPad Air, and the budget $329 iPad…more…
  
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• Harman concept puts a video screen in your car's roof - Roadshow

  08-01-2018 23:00
  For CES 2018, Harman brings a new concept for in-car entertainment, replacing the moon or sun roof with its MoodRoof video screen.
  
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• French prosecutor launches probe into Apple planned obsolescence

  08-01-2018 22:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  A French prosecutor has launched a preliminary investigation of U.S. tech giant Apple...
  
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• Ensembl modular speaker lets you hot-swap and stack parts on the fly - CNET

  08-01-2018 22:55
  This concept speaker from Ashley Chloe gives you the choice of adding a projector, a 360-degree camera and more.
  
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• Facebook is killing M, its personal chatbot assistant - CNET

  08-01-2018 22:50
  But it's keeping the “M Suggestions” feature that pops up in Messenger chats.
  
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• Hands-on: Akitio Node Pro – a more refined external graphics box for Mac [Video]

  08-01-2018 22:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  The original Akitio Node was the first external graphics box that came with a Mac-compatible Thunderbolt 3 chipset. Hence, it was recognized by macOS without needing to rely on hacks like previous eGPU boxes. Needless to say, the Akitio Node was and continues to be popular among Mac enthusiasts looking to drive external graphics.
  Recently, Akitio launched the latest product in its external graphics Node line — the Akitio Node Pro (currently sold out on Amazon). The result is a mo
  
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• Democrats force Senate vote on net neutrality repeal - CNET

  08-01-2018 22:41
  Democrats reached a critical threshold of 30 co-sponsors on legislation that would reverse the FCC's rollback of popular net neutrality protections.
  
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• Orbit adds HomeKit support to its line of B-hyve smart irrigation products

  08-01-2018 22:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  Orbit, makers of irrigation products spanning from sprinkler systems to landscaping accessories, has announced at CES 2018 that their line of B-hyve smart irrigation products will be receiving support for HomeKit and the Apple Home app.more…
  
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• Nanoleaf announces its highly-customizable, glowing, dodecahedron HomeKit remote

  08-01-2018 22:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  Nanoleaf has announced today its Nanoleaf Remote that has a really unique design and offers lots of customization to control Nanoleaf smart lighting and other HomeKit-enabled products.more…
  
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• Everything Panasonic announced at CES 2018 - CNET

  08-01-2018 22:02
  As the company turns 100, it's investing in a slew of newer technologies ranging from electric cars to voice assistant integrations.
  
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• LaCie Copilot simplifies on-the-fly storage for drone photos - CNET

  08-01-2018 22:01
  This rugged hard drive, unveiled here at CES 2018, is designed to help you manage your drone photos and videos faster.
  
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• Ujet is a folding, electric scooter with a very European look - Roadshow

  08-01-2018 22:00
  The electric scooter Ujet is the most stylish thing to come out of CES 2018
  
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• The Ujet is your next swanky and stylish electric scooter - Roadshow

  08-01-2018 22:00
  There are plenty of electric transportation solutions at CES 2018, but none as splashy as the Ujet.
  
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• TCL Roku Smart Soundbar rocks Roku's new audio streaming system - CNET

  08-01-2018 22:00
  The TCL Roku Smart Soundbar will be the first speaker to use the company's newest competitor to Google Chromecast and Sonos.
  
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• TCL 6-series Roku TV promises great picture for a low price - CNET

  08-01-2018 22:00
  With full-array local dimming, Dolby Vision HDR and Roku's sweet Smart TV system, this TV picks up where one of our favorite 2017 sets left off.
  
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• Rokid Glass voice-activated smartglasses try to improve AR - CNET

  08-01-2018 22:00
  The Rokid Glass is another initiative to try to improve AR with voice AI. Is this a key idea, or an added distraction?
  
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• Apple to release Q118 earnings, webcast live conference call on February 1st

  08-01-2018 22:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple has announced the date and time of the company’s fiscal year 2018 first quarter...
  
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• The ForwardX CX-1 suitcase followed me around CES 2018 - CNET

  08-01-2018 21:42
  Meet the ForwardX CX-1, a self-propelled suitcase that will tag along behind you through airports and hotels, and doesn't even want a tip.
  
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• UBS: Buy Apple as company could acquire more than $120 billion of its stock in two years

  08-01-2018 21:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple's capital return program will get much larger, according to one Wall Street firm...
  
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• Smart highways, turntables and camcorders: Everything Panasonic announced at CES 2018 - CNET

  08-01-2018 21:23
  As the company turns 100, it's investing in a slew of newer technologies from electric cars to voice assistant integrations.
  
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• Apple releases iOS update to patch Spectre chip flaw - CNET

  08-01-2018 21:22
  The latest version of the iPhone operating system addresses a major flaw in the processor that could leak sensitive information.
  
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• LG: Our AI isn't just a marketing strategy - CNET

  08-01-2018 21:20
  Artificial intelligence is a huge topic at CES, but LG's technology chief warns about hype without practical benefits.
  
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• Starry, Marvell see a Wi-Fi onramp to your 5G future - CNET

  08-01-2018 21:18
  The two companies will offer a blueprint for combining 5G and the latest Wi-Fi technologies. The result could be cheaper broadband.
  
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• The Enhancia Ring lets you drop a beat with a finger flick - CNET

  08-01-2018 21:09
  The connected MIDI controller ring enhances how you play music.
  
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• JBL's new Reflect in-ear sports headphones arriving this spring - CNET

  08-01-2018 21:08
  JBL has announced two new in-ear wireless models, the Reflect Mini 2 and Reflect Contour 2. Both will cost $100.
  
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• Save Over 60% On Storyist, The Writing App For Mac - Deal Post

  08-01-2018 21:03 via macworld.com
  
  The creative process can be a fickle thing—especially when it comes to writing fiction. Whether you're slaving over a screenplay or working towards your first novel, you deserve to have every edge when you're feeling inspired. Storyist for Mac is a fully-featured word processor that gives you complete control over manuscripts and screenplays, granting you elite annotation power, high-level story viewing, and many more tools to elevate your writing abilities—and it's on sale for
  
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• Meet JBL's next-gen Clip 3 mini Bluetooth speaker - CNET

  08-01-2018 21:03
  The new waterproof Clip 3 offers improved sound quality, battery life and durbility in the same compact form factor.
  
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• Smart toy maker VTech settles privacy charges with FTC - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:51
  The company was charged with illegally collecting kids' info and then failing to protect it from hackers.
  
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• Hisense launches high-tech TVs with quantum dots, lasers, Alexa - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:47
  But will it be enough to compete against the LGs, Samsungs and even TCLs of the world?
  
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• An 8TB external hard drive is $160 right now

  08-01-2018 20:42 via macworld.com
  
  If you have a New Year's resolution to organize your digital life, then this deal at Best Buy can help. The big-box retailer is selling a WD 8TB easystore desktop external hard drive for $160. That's not quite as cheap as during Black Friday last November, but it's still a good price for this amount of storage.The WD easystore desktop hard drive offers a USB 3.0 connection with a maximum data transfer rate of 5Gbps. It also comes with WD's software, including an automated backup utility an
  
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• Skiin smart underwear gets wireless-charging boost at CES - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:35
  The sensor-studded skivvies use Energous' WattUp wireless charging, which eventually will work anywhere in a room, not just next to a charger.
  
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• Neutrogena Skin360 SkinScanner is like a microscope for your face - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:29
  The $50 iPhone camera attachment zooms in on your face and figures out what Neutrogena products you need.
  
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• Here's everything LG announced at CES - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:29
  The electronics giant unveils tweaks to its OLED TVs, a smart home speaker, robots and lots of AI.
  
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• Google merges payment platforms under Google Pay brand - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:28
  The search giant will bring together Android Pay and Google Wallet in one product.
  
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• Apple releases iOS and macOS updates with a mitigation for Spectre CPU flaw

  08-01-2018 20:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple just released iOS 11.2.2 with some Safari and WebKit improvements...
  
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• Dongle doubles up for USB-C and wireless iPhone charging - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:18
  The HyperDrive device lets you perch a newer iPhone on a stand alongside your laptop and get back useful ports like HDMI, SD Card and old-style USB-A.
  
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• Asus ROG kit uses stealth to disguise those annoying bezels - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:18
  At CES 2018, Asus debuted a kit that uses stealth to disguise those unsightly bezel seams in a multimonitor array.
  
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• Bomb cyclone freezes ocean, drone captures the view - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:09
  Fiercely frigid temperatures in the eastern United States turned ocean waves into ice and a drone braved the cold to bring back a spectacular video of the scene.
  
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• Next gen smart home gear will squeeze 10 years from tiny batteries - CNET

  08-01-2018 20:05
  The latest Z-wave connected home gadgets run a decade off one coin cell.
  
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