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• Two-out-of-five Emmy Awards ads nominations are from Apple

  16-07-2019 23:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Michael Potuck for 9to5Mac:
  Two of Apple’s ads, both made with the TBWA ad agency, have been nominated for Outstanding Commerical 2019.
  This year, the Emmys will be held on September 14 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. The news about nominations was announced on the Television Academy’s site.
  Apple’s two nominees for Outstanding Commerical are for Behind The Mac — Make Something Wonderful and Shot on iPhone XS — Don’t Mess With Mother. There
  
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• Top 10 Prime Day deals still available

  16-07-2019 23:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  The sun is beginning to set on Amazon’s Prime Day event. With a few hours left on the summer’s biggest online shopping event, it’s time to take a look at the top 10 Prime Day deals still available. It’s been a steady stream of standout offers and now we’re ready to look at the best deals that you can still grab before 3am ET tonight.more…
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• Big Little Lies: All the songs from season 2 so far - CNET

  16-07-2019 23:25
  Sufjan Stevens, Portishead, Donna Summers and Patti Smith are among the artists underscoring the Monterey Five this season.
  
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• Amazon Prime Day 2019: Best headphones deals (final hours) - CNET

  16-07-2019 23:21
  Pick up some amazing deals this Prime Day on headphones from the likes of Bose, Beats, Jabra, Apple, Sennheiser and Microsoft.
  
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• Amazon Prime Day 2019: These slashed prices on Fire TV, Kindles, Echo and more are about to end - CNET

  16-07-2019 23:13
  These best-ever prices on the second-gen Echo and current-gen Paperwhite expire in just a few hours.
  
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• Apple teases nearly 60 new emoji coming to iOS and Mac this fall [Gallery]

  16-07-2019 23:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  Tomorrow marks World Emoji Day, and Apple is getting a head start on the festivities by detailing 59 new iOS emoji coming later this year. Apple says the new emoji characters will be available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch this fall.more…
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• Apple Highlights Upcoming 2019 Emoji in Celebration of World Emoji Day

  16-07-2019 23:08 via macrumors.com
  In celebration of World Emoji Day tomorrow, Apple has shared details on new emoji that are coming to iOS devices this fall following the Unicode 12 emoji release.Unicode 12 brings 59 new emoji characters, 75 with gender variations, and 230 total emojis when gender variations and different skin tones are counted.
  Orangutan, sloth, otter, skunk, and flamingo are the new animals included in the update, while new food items include garlic, onion, waffle, falafel, butter, oyster, beverage box, mat&ea
  
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• Apple's stealth Mac security update removes flawed software, report says - CNET

  16-07-2019 23:07
  Zoom's partner apps were also affected by a webcam security flaw, according to a security researcher.
  
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• Prime Day 2019, Day 2: Last chance for smart light deals from Lutron, Lifx, Philips Hue and more - CNET

  16-07-2019 22:49
  Looking for smart lights you can control from your phone and with voice commands? Prime Day is a great time to buy.
  
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• Sprint customer accounts breached by hackers - CNET

  16-07-2019 22:42
  The info was breached via a Samsung web page.
  
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• Apple plans to buy exclusive podcast programming, report says - CNET

  16-07-2019 22:37
  The podcasting business is about to get crazy competitive.
  
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• Sony A7R IV packs new 61MP, 15-stop sensor to take on medium format - CNET

  16-07-2019 22:36
  More pixels and improved autofocus without sacrificing speed or battery life? Count me in.
  
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• Apple will fund original podcasts as it builds its own channels

  16-07-2019 22:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  Lucas Shaw and Mark Gurman for Bloomberg:
  Apple Inc. plans to fund original podcasts that would be exclusive to its audio service, according to people familiar with the matter, increasing its investment in the industry to keep competitors Spotify and Stitcher at bay.
  Executives at the company have reached out to media companies and their representatives to discuss buying exclusive rights to podcasts, according to the people, who asked not to be identified because the conversations are preliminar
  
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• Here's how Toyota plans to build a lunar rover for Japan - Roadshow

  16-07-2019 22:22
  It was announced back in March with little supporting information.
  
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• ZF's new 2-speed transmission could bring big benefits to EVs - Roadshow

  16-07-2019 22:09
  It could improve efficiency or performance, depending on the automaker's end goals.
  
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• Amazon Prime Day 2019: Last chance to get the best deals under $25 - CNET

  16-07-2019 21:55
  Save big on Tile Pro trackers, smart Wi-Fi plugs, multifunction phone cases and more.
  
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• Apple pushes new silent updates to address vulnerable Zoom software

  16-07-2019 21:40 via macworld.com
  
  Update 7/16: Apple has issued two more silent updates to macOS that address other apps that may be using Zoom's localhost server.Apple is taking further action to shut down Zoom servers that may be running on your Mac without your knowledge . A week after Zoom released a patch for its Mac app that removes a localhost web server from your Mac and allows users to manually uninstall the app from the menubar (you can download that patch here), Apple has issued its second and third updates to s
  
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• The 9 best essential oil diffusers, according to Amazon reviewers - CNET

  16-07-2019 21:38
  One of them can run for 53 straight hours to keep your space smelling good.
  
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• Sanders, Omar call for Labor Department investigation of all US Amazon warehouses - CNET

  16-07-2019 21:36
  The two were joined by 11 other members of Congress, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and presidential candidate Tusli Gabbard.
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: July 16, 2019 – Apple funding original podcasts

  16-07-2019 21:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
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• 1.3 million want to raid Area 51 to 'see them aliens' - CNET

  16-07-2019 21:17
  "They can't stop us all."
  
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• Apple receives two Emmy nominations for ‘Shot on iPhone’ and ‘Behind the Mac’ ad campaigns

  16-07-2019 21:13 via feedproxy.google.com
  The 71st annual Emmy Awards are coming up in September and nominations have been announced today. Two of Apple’s ads, both made with the TBWA ad agency, have been nominated for Outstanding Commerical 2019.more…
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• First Rick and Morty season 4 photos revealed ... crocodile robots? - CNET

  16-07-2019 21:12
  Will Comic-Con bring a new trailer? Stay tuned, fans.
  
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• Amazon Prime Day 2019: Best final deals on keyboards and mice from Logitech, Razer, Corsair, HyperX - CNET

  16-07-2019 21:04
  Both gaming and regular keyboards and mice are getting the Prime Day treatment with discounts up to 67%.
  
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• Zoom’s handling of its egregious webcam security ‘error’ hasn’t impressed us (updated)

  16-07-2019 21:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  Ravie Lakshmanan for TNW:
  Last week, video conferencing app Zoom had to make a major change to its service to fix a frightening webcam vulnerability. But new evidence disclosed by security researcher Karan Lyons shows that other conferencing apps like RingCentral and Zhumu are susceptible to the same issue.
  This means that, if you’ve installed either of the two apps, a malicious website could potentially embed a meeting link that — upon visiting — would automatically
  
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• Report: Apple to fund original content podcast shows for Apple Podcasts exclusives

  16-07-2019 20:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple plans to use some of its spare cash to fund original podcasts for its platforms, according to a Bloomberg report. The news comes as the podcast game heats up with competitors like Spotify investing hundreds of millions of dollars in original content projects.
  Up to now, Apple has participated in the podcast ecosystem by hosting the de-facto canonical directory of shows, which most third-party apps rely on to find new shows. The directory was free to join and did not require an Apple busin
  
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• Taika Waititi to direct his second Thor movie, so Akira will have to wait - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:47
  Ready for Thor 4? The God of Thunder will reunite with the director of Thor: Ragnarok.
  
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• The Amazon Prime Day 2019 final day: The best tech deals you can still get - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:44
  New deals on Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones, Harry Potter Blu-ray, Keurig, streaming subscriptions, Roku Ultra, Microsoft Office and more!
  
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• Comic-Con 2019: Pack this gear to survive the madness on the show floor - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:40
  San Diego Comic-Con is amazing, and overwhelming. Here's a list of stuff that can ease your stress.
  
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• Instagram is down…again - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:39
  Hold off on posting your pictures for just a little while.
  
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• 2020 Subaru Legacy and Outback stay affordable despite big updates - Roadshow

  16-07-2019 20:39
  The Legacy starts under $24,000, while the Outback slides in under $28,000.
  
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• Lotus Evija doesn't look a thing like any other Lotus, and that's good - Roadshow

  16-07-2019 20:28
  62 miles per hour should arrive in less than 3 seconds.
  
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• Verizon cruises to best overall US carrier title in new study, AT&T comes in second

  16-07-2019 20:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  After a large-scale study yesterday gave Verizon top honors for best LTE availability and best video experience, RootMetrics is out today with its own large-scale study of US mobile carriers. While Verizon performed best in both studies, this latest report has AT&T in a solid second place instead of T-Mobile.more…
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• Netflix releases first look at Roach from The Witcher series - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:26
  Henry Cavill has another co-star for the show.
  
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• CES opens up to sex tech products - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:26
  The group behind the show will also more strictly enforce its dress code, part of a wider slate of diversity-related announcements.
  
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• AT&T hit with lawsuit over sale of customers' location data - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:26
  The Electronic Frontier Foundation is suing on behalf of three AT&T customers.
  
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• Grab these Prime Day health and fitness deals while you still can - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:16
  Price cuts on AncestryDNA, Philips Sonicare -- and an elliptical machine for you desk!
  
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• For Stuber stars, the Uber insanity is all too real - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:16
  Kumail Nanjiani and Dave Bautista talk about the modern-day spin on buddy cop movies.
  
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• Apple releases iOS 12.4 beta 7

  16-07-2019 20:06 via macworld.com
  
  Apple released iOS 12.3 in the second week of May, bringing us its new TV app with Channels subscriptions. Just days later, it started releasing betas to developers for another point release, iOS 12.4.Those who are part of Apple’s developer program can register a device for developer betas by heading to developer.apple.com/download. Those who are not in the developer program can register their devices for public beta releases by visiting beta.apple.com while using the device on which they
  
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• Amazon Prime Day deals 2019: Massive savings on memory cards, $45 400GB SanDisk microSD, $47 64GB SDXC UHS-II - CNET

  16-07-2019 20:02
  Load your phone, laptop, camera, drone and game console with more storage on tiny SD and microSD cards with equally tiny prices.
  
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• Lotus Evija electric hypercar aims just shy of 2,000 horsepower - Roadshow

  16-07-2019 20:00
  Lotus wants its new EV super-coupe to be the most powerful production car ever.
  
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• Comic-Con 2019 survival tips from Adam Savage, Jim Lee and more insiders - CNET

  16-07-2019 19:58
  Get over your FOMO. Plan, but be ready to pivot. Here are must-have tips from the pros as Comic-Con 2019 approaches.
  
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• Breathe! Elusive asteroid definitely won't hit Earth this year, ESA says - CNET

  16-07-2019 19:58
  You can exhale now.
  
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• These Walmart deals will make you forget about Prime Day: Xbox, Nintendo and many more - CNET

  16-07-2019 19:56
  You've raided Amazon's best deals, but don't forget Walmart. It's offering big savings on Xbox and Switch bundles, Google smart home products, Chromebooks, iPads, Apple Watches and Vizio TVs.
  
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• Apple pushes second silent macOS update as it battles Zoom webcam hijack vulnerability

  16-07-2019 19:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple is pushing yet another silent update to macOS to resolve the Mac webcam hijack vulnerability in RingCentral and Zhumu. These two apps are powered by Zoom, and it was discovered this week that they are also susceptible to the same web server vulnerability as Zoom.more…
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• Amazon’s best-selling dog camera Furbo is $135 (Reg. $250), today only for Prime Day

  16-07-2019 19:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  Furbo has extended its Prime Day deal to let readers get one more chance at one of the lowest prices yet on Amazon’s best-selling dog camera.
  Get Furbo Dog Camera for just $134.99 shipped (Reg. $250)
  The Alexa-friendly Furbo Pet Camera with apps for iOS and Android allows you to keep an eye on your furry friends and even toss them a treat while you’re out for the day. Other features include 2-way audio, a barking alert, and even night vision. Alongside a design that will most likely
  
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• Goldman Sachs is spending millions as Apple Card launch gets close

  16-07-2019 19:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Zac Hall for 9to5Mac:
  “Apple Card is coming this summer, and we expect the new credit card from Apple to be supported in iOS 12.4. Apple hasn’t been more specific about the exact launch date for US customers, but the company has been releasing developer beta versions of iOS 12.4 without Apple Card included for several weeks.”
  Also —
  Malcolm Owen for AppleInsider:
  Goldman Sachs has burned through considerable amounts of money on Apple Card and its other consumer-facing ini
  
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• The Sony WH-1000XM3 noise-canceling headphones hit an all-time low $239.99 - CNET

  16-07-2019 19:29
  Normally $350, and currently $298 at Amazon, these top-rated headphones are a steal at this price.
  
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• DuckDuckGo’s Apple Maps integration now supports dark mode, re-querying, more

  16-07-2019 19:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  DuckDuckGo has updated its integrated maps that are powered by Apple’s MapKit with a handful of new features today. Headlining the maps update is support for dark mode, re-querying, and local autocomplete.more…
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