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• Mazda Remains Committed to Introducing CarPlay But Still Won't Say When

  15-01-2018 23:12 via macrumors.com
  Toyota and Lexus today confirmed that CarPlay will be available in select 2019-and-later vehicles, making Mazda one of the only recognizable automakers—if not the only—without support for Apple's in-car software platform in the United States.
  Many of our readers commented or tweeted to ask if and when Mazda will ever support CarPlay, so we reached out to the company for an update. MacRumors received the following statement from Mazda spokesperson Jacob Brown today ensuring that it st
  
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• New BMW X2 makes North American debut in Detroit - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 22:36
  Is it a really compact SUV or a too tall hatchback? Either way, the 2018 BMW X2 looks fantastically well suited for urban American cities.
  
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• Apple is getting very, very serious about enterprise IT

  15-01-2018 22:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  Late one Friday when no one was looking, Apple quietly updated the business support section...
  
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• SpaceX to fire up Falcon Heavy's 27 engines this week - CNET

  15-01-2018 22:00
  Elon Musk's next big thing will get fully lit up for the first time as soon as Tuesday.
  
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• WeChat Users Again Allowed to Send Tips After Apple and Tencent Reach Deal

  15-01-2018 21:37 via macrumors.com
  Apple and Tencent, the company that owns the popular WeChat messaging app, have reached a deal that will let WeChat users resume sending in-app tips to content creators, reports The Wall Street Journal.Apple first asked Chinese social networking apps to disable tipping functionality back in May 2017 as it violated App Store rules. Tipping, Apple said, was a form of in-app purchase that should be subjected to the same fees as other in-app purchases.
  In June, Apple officially updated its App Store
  
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• The 2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo is Guy Fieri in a Tom Ford suit - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 21:13
  Hyundai's hottest hatch gets a major makeover for 2019.
  
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• Veloster N brings Hyundai's performance brand to the US - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 21:06
  This is but the first step in a future performance assault on the US market, and we welcome our new Korean overlords with open arms.
  
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• The Nissan Xmotion concept is a funky, blocky concept SUV - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 20:40
  It previews the next generation of Nissan crossovers, which is a very good thing.
  
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• Meet Jarvis, BlackBerry's self-driving car security software - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 20:40
  Never mind the Iron Man jokes, BlackBerry has created a new digital watchdog for our self-driving future.
  
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• Hyper’s combo 8-in-1 USB-C Hub + 7.5W Qi wireless charger & iPhone stand goes up for preorder

  15-01-2018 20:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  First announced during CES, Hyper’s new combo 8-in-1 USB-C Hub for Mac with a built-in 7.5W Qi Wireless charger and stand for iPhone officially goes up for preorder today on Kickstarter.more…
  
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• 2019 Hyundai Veloster N brings Korean performance to the US - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 19:42
  Hyundai believes that its N brand will gain a foothold in the States, so consider the Veloster N to be something of a litmus test.
  
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• Apple Sued Over Meltdown and Spectre in U.S. as iPhone Slowdown Lawsuits Now Total 45

  15-01-2018 19:39 via macrumors.com
  Apple faces its first legal action over Meltdown and Spectre in the United States, even though the vulnerabilities were found to affect nearly all computers and other devices, according to court documents reviewed by MacRumors.
  Meltdown and Spectre are serious hardware-based vulnerabilities that take advantage of the speculative execution mechanism of a CPU, allowing hackers to gain access to sensitive information. All modern Intel, ARM, AMD, and Nvidia processors are affected, with many patches
  
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• Honda, Volvo, Lincoln win 2018 North American Car and Truck of the Year - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 19:14
  In a year of tough competition, the Accord, XC60 and Navigator shine above the rest.
  
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• Apple Pay Progress: Gas pumps, ATMs, person-to-person, more

  15-01-2018 19:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple Pay in the United States has gradually become more of a wallet replacement now more than ever. My experience with Apple’s mobile payment service has dramatically improved in the last year thanks to new features and greater adoption…more…
  
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• Trump's press secretary outraged at Amazon Echo on Twitter - CNET

  15-01-2018 18:50
  Commentary: Sarah Sanders isn't happy that Amazon's smart speaker responds to her two-year-old's shouts of "Batman!"
  
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• Utility that allows favicons in Safari’s tab bar updated with new fixes and features

  15-01-2018 18:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  Daniel Alm’s Faviconographer utility, a handy Safari-centric tool that allows favicons in the browser’s tab bar, has received its first update. Version 1.1 of Faviconographer brings several improvements and bug fixes to the table. more…
  
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• Vikings-Saints NFL game caused Apple Watch elevated heart rate alerts for fans

  15-01-2018 18:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  Last night’s post season Vikings vs. Saints game was so thrilling and intense, many Apple Watch users received warnings about abnormally high heart rates, a potential precursor to a heart attack.more…
  
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• 9to5Toys Lunch Break: AirPods + $30 Gift Card $159, August HomeKit Door Lock $135, MacBook Backpack $34, more

  15-01-2018 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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• Epic Harry Potter fan film explores Voldemort's dark origins - CNET

  15-01-2018 18:19
  Magical sparks fly in a fantastic fan-made Harry Potter prequel film that delves into the early life of Tom Riddle.
  
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• The 2019 Hyundai Veloster proves that sensible doesn't mean boring - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 18:17
  The base Veloster might not set the world on fire, but its a vast improvement over the outgoing car.
  
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• The 2019 Hyundai Veloster R-Spec exists because subtlety is for nerds - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 18:16
  The 2019 Veloster R-Spec gets a bunch of racy-looking visual changes over the Turbo because sometimes you just have to peacock.
  
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• Lexus LF-1 Limitless concept gets real weird with it - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 18:13
  If this is where Lexus' new flagship is headed, sign me up for that trip.
  
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• Nissan Xmotion has blocky good looks, previews new SUVs - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 18:01
  It's pronounced "cross motion," just so you know.
  
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• Apple’s iPhone 7 Plus was the 2nd-best selling phone in China last year; Apple was only foreign brand in the top ten

  15-01-2018 17:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple was the only foreign brand to have a smartphone model in the top 10 best-selling handsets...
  
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• 2019 Kia Forte has Stinger looks, loads of tech and a CVT - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 17:35
  Not every Detroit debut is some wild-eyed concept or a massive pickup.
  
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• Ford Ranger: A retrospective ahead of the new 2019 model - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 17:20
  A look back at the US story of Ford’s small pickup before it returns in 2019.
  
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• Where the 2019 Mercedes G-Class is going, it doesn't need roads - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 16:57
  It's bigger, more capable and more luxurious than before. That'll do.
  
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• 2019 Toyota Avalon bails on bland, doubles-down on daring design - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 16:57
  Toyota's flagship sedan makes waves in the Motor City with high-level tech and a bold new design both inside and out.
  
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• 2019 Mercedes-AMG E53 lineup offers hybrid zip, sharp looks - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 16:57
  Mercedes-AMG's new I6 sounds extra promising in one of its best models.
  
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• 2019 Mercedes-AMG CLS53 sports new body, new engine - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 16:57
  Why stop at a new car when you have one with a brand new engine in it, too?
  
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• Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrated in Google Doodle - CNET

  15-01-2018 16:53
  The Doodle depicts a young girl enthralled by Martin Luther King Jr.'s powerful words.
  
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• 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt rocks Detroit with Molly McQueen - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 16:50
  Steve McQueen's granddaughter reveals the latest and greatest version of today's Mustang.
  
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• 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt projects effortless retro cool - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 16:49
  Ford's limited edition Bullitt Mustang adds tons of style, a little extra power and a lot of cool to a Mustang GT.
  
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• Nissan Xmotion sports blocky good looks, previews new SUVs - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 16:35
  It's pronounced "cross motion," just so you know.
  
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• Steve Jobs Introduced the MacBook Air Exactly 10 Years Ago Today

  15-01-2018 16:30 via macrumors.com
  Today marks the tenth anniversary of the late Steve Jobs unveiling the MacBook Air, the world's thinnest notebook at the time.
  After introducing the AirPort Time Capsule and sharing some iPhone and Apple TV news, Jobs walked over to his podium, grabbed a manilla envelope, and pulled out the sleek MacBook Air. The crowd at Macworld erupted with applause as Jobs held the ultra-light notebook in the palm of his hand.The thinness came at a cost. The base model ran $1,799 for a 1.6GHz Intel Core 2 Du
  
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• 2019 Volkswagen Jetta squares up geometric new look in Detroit - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 15:51
  The redesigned Jetta is all-new... well, almost all-new. Here's everything we know about VW's seventh-generation sedan.
  
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• Apple Health app data used in German rape/murder trial of Iranian refugee

  15-01-2018 15:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  Health data has provided crucial evidence at a trial in Germany, in which a refuge...
  
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• Starting with 2019 Avalon, Toyota finally bringing CarPlay to select vehicles

  15-01-2018 15:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  After initially planning to support CarPlay, and then later backtracking on those plans, Toyota has had an interesting relationship with Apple’s in-car interface.
  Today, however, marks a notable change in the Japanese automaker’s stance. During the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Toyota officially announced that CarPlay will appear in its upcoming 2019 Avalon sedans. more…
  
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• Apple celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day with homepage photo & timely quote

  15-01-2018 15:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a full-page photo and a quote on its homepage.
  The time is always right to do what is right.more…
  
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• Comment: As app-based ‘Open Banking’ hits UK, USA is likely follow suit

  15-01-2018 14:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  One of the biggest shake-ups to the way that consumers manage their finances launched in the UK this weekend. Known as Open Banking, it means that you’ll no longer be limited to using whatever apps your bank chooses to make available, but can instead manage your accounts from a wide variety of third-party apps.
  It’s been possible for some time to use third-party apps to analyse your spending, and even perform some financial transactions, but right now in the USA, anything with access
  
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• Lexus LF-1 Limitless concept is the most daring Lexus in some time - Roadshow

  15-01-2018 14:45
  It's a bold move from a company best known for being a bit boring.
  
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• Make your garage door smart for $55 - CNET

  15-01-2018 14:38
  The Chamberlain MyQ is compatible with most modern garage-door openers and originally sold for $130. Plus: a modern take on the Game Boy Pocket, but for just $17!
  
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• Apple and Tim Cook Honor the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

  15-01-2018 14:38 via macrumors.com
  Apple today has honored the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a full-page tribute on its website. A photo of Dr. King is accompanied by a famous quote of his: "The time is always right to do what is right."
  Apple CEO Tim Cook also shared a quote from Dr. King on Twitter and added "let's find the light and the love, together."“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” Let’s find the light and the love,
  
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• Bad news: A Spectre-like flaw will probably happen again - CNET

  15-01-2018 14:00
  Our devices may never truly be secure, says the CEO of the company that designs the heart of most mobile chips.
  
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• A decade without discs: The original MacBook Air turns 10 today

  15-01-2018 13:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  The first new product Steve Jobs announced after taking the stage for the Macworld 2008 keynote was Time Capsule, a router and wireless backup solution designed to work with Time Machine, Apple’s then new backup software. Jobs would talk about another kind of time machine before the keynote was over: the MacBook Air.
  Announced on January 15th, 2008 – 10 years ago today – the original MacBook Air gave us a glimpse into the future of Apple’s plans and ambitions across all o
  
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• Apple included in planned class action suit against Intel & ARM for CPU vulnerabilities

  15-01-2018 13:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  After Apple’s confirmation that all Mac and iOS devices are affected by the Spectre & Meltdown vulnerabilities, it was only a matter of time before the company was hit by a class action lawsuit …more…
  
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• Nest Cam IQ Outdoor review: Nest's upgraded outdoor security camera is a winner

  15-01-2018 13:30 via techhive.com
  
  Nest follows the blueprint of the Nest Cam IQ indoor camera with its second outdoor model.
  
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• iOS App Store will be bigger than entire worldwide movie industry sometime this year

  15-01-2018 13:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  Following Apple’s announcement of record-breaking app sales in the holiday shopping season, Asymco’s Horace Dediu did some number-crunching, and came up with some surprising facts.
  Not least among them is the clear pointer that iOS app sales will be worth more than the entire worldwide movie industry at some point this year …more…
  
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