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• U.S. Trade Representative: U.S. and China are ‘close to finalizing’ parts of Phase 1 trade pact

  25-10-2019 23:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  David Lawder and Andrea Shalal for Reuters:U.S. and Chinese trade officials are “close to finalizing” some parts of an agreement after high-level telephone discussions on Friday, the U.S. Trade Representative’s office said, adding that deputy-level talks would proceed “continuously.”
  They made headway on specific issues and the two sides are close to finalizing some sections of the agreement. Discussions will go on continuously at the deputy level, and the principal
  
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• MIT engineers devise new way to remove carbon dioxide from the air - CNET

  25-10-2019 23:21
  It works like a high-tech catalytic converter and could be a game changer for clean air.
  
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• The Hyundai Grandeur looks pretty great with a futuristic grille - Roadshow

  25-10-2019 23:17
  Wild grille and integrated headlights? Check.
  
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• 9to5Rewards: MacBook Pro giveaway + 60% off Infinity Magnetic Cable for iPhone/MacBook

  25-10-2019 23:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  This month we’re giving 9to5Mac readers the chance to win Apple’s latest MacBook Pro to celebrate the launch of the new Infinity Cable from Chargeasap. For a limited time, you can also get up to 60% off the new Infinity Cable – the first magnetic cable with interchangeable connectors for USB-C, Lightning and micro-USB and 100W Power Delivery support:
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• Union ratifies UAW-GM agreement to officially end 40-day strike - Roadshow

  25-10-2019 23:04
  The new labor contract includes plenty of wins for union members, but deals blows to three manufacturing plants.
  
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• A late-night muppet-hosted show is coming to Disney Plus, report says - CNET

  25-10-2019 22:56
  A puppet alien will reportedly host Earth to Ned.
  
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• See NASA's Mars 2020 rover stand on its own legs for the first time - CNET

  25-10-2019 22:39
  It should launch in less than a year and it's already got its sea legs, er ... space legs.
  
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• Subaru recalls Crosstrek and Impreza models for two engine issues - Roadshow

  25-10-2019 22:21
  The first recall is for an ECM issue, while the second involves debris entering the engine.
  
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• First episode of ‘See’ shows that Apple TV+ is not shying away from sex and violence

  25-10-2019 22:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  Benjamin Mayo for 9to5Mac:As reported by Sigmund Judge of Screentimes.net, who attended a screening of the first episode, Apple TV+’s premier show ‘SEE’ does not shy away from depicting adult themes in any way… SEE’s first episode will include several blood-splattered fights and masturbation scenes. We aren’t spoiling plot details but the first episode includes a lot of mass fighting, gore, and blood.
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• Ewan McGregor says he lied about Obi-Wan Kenobi show for four years - CNET

  25-10-2019 22:04
  The actor looks forward to playing the role at an older age.
  
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• Ewan McGregor says he lied about Obi-Wan Kenobi show for 4 years - CNET

  25-10-2019 22:04
  The actor looks forward to playing the role at an older age.
  
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• Gear up for winter with REI's Ready, Set, Snow sale - CNET

  25-10-2019 21:58
  The sporting goods retailer will be closed on Black Friday, so this is its first alternative sale of the season.
  
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• Apple Arcade: Apple adds five new games, including 'Fallen Knight' and 'Hogwash'

  25-10-2019 21:47 via macworld.com
  
  Apple’s new Apple Arcade subscription-based gaming service is finally here. It’s basically Apple’s way of helping customers sort through the chaff in the App Store, as the highly curated service features premium games that are untainted by in-app purchases and ads. If it works as well as it sounds, it could elevate the perception of mobile gaming in general.Got questions? Fortunately we have plenty of answers. Here’s everything we know about Apple Arcade so far.Updated 1
  
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• A BMW-powered Land Rover Defender SVR could be coming, report says - Roadshow

  25-10-2019 21:38
  The SVR Defender would be JLR's attempt at sticking it to the AMG-ified G-Wagen.
  
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• Hands-On With Google's MacBook Air-Style Pixelbook Go

  25-10-2019 21:29
  Google earlier this month unveiled the Pixelbook Go, a new premium Chromebook that's similar to a MacBook Air or a MacBook Pro, but Chrome OS.In our latest video, we went hands-on with the Pixelbook Go to see how it measures up to Apple's ‌MacBook Air‌ (the two have similar price points) and whether or not it can serve as a ‌MacBook Air‌ replacement.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  Design wise, the Pixelbook Go looks rather similar to a MacBook feat
  
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• SpaceX shares fiery video of Crew Dragon escape system test - CNET

  25-10-2019 21:23
  SpaceX and Elon Musk are hoping to avoid another explosive testing disaster.
  
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• This man's 'Auto-Brewery Syndrome' causes his belly to produce its own beer - CNET

  25-10-2019 21:21
  It's a whole new take on having a "beer belly."
  
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• United Airlines in talks with Apple about San Francisco airport upgrade

  25-10-2019 21:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  Reuters:United Airlines is in early discussions with Apple Inc about upgrading the U.S. carrier’s terminal at San Francisco International airport, United’s Chief Digital Officer Linda Jojo told journalists on Friday without providing more details.
  “I’m being deliberately vague,” she said.Justin Bachmanand Mark Gurman for Bloomberg:The talks between the companies have just begun and the specific upgrades that would come to the SFO airport terminal are unclear. &ldquo
  
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• Future iPhones Expected to Adopt Apple Watch's Low-Power LTPO Display Technology

  25-10-2019 21:07
  Apple plans to use a low-power backplane technology called LTPO for future iPhones, according to Korean website The Elec. The backplane is responsible for turning individual pixels on and off on the display.
  From the report:Apple, meanwhile, is moving to more widely apply LTPO panels to its iPhones. This means it needs to find ways to work together with Samsung Display, which is holding its own in terms of both technological prowess and production capacity in the small and mid-sized OLED sector.
  
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• As Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker nears, pretend you're aboard an X-Wing - CNET

  25-10-2019 21:00
  United Airlines will let you board a plane to Star Wars music, and Rey and Poe might appear in the in-flight safety demo.
  
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• How to fix iCloud terms and conditions bug in macOS Catalina

  25-10-2019 20:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  If you’ve updated to the latest version of macOS, you may have noticed an issue with the new terms and conditions. Follow along for two ways to fix the iCloud terms and conditions bug in macOS Catalina.more…
  The post How to fix iCloud terms and conditions bug in macOS Catalina appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  
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• The insanely popular Ninja Foodi family-size multicooker is on sale for $189 - CNET

  25-10-2019 20:36
  Is there anything it can't do? The 8-quart Foodi is a pressure cooker, slow cooker, air fryer and even dehydrator.
  
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• The insanely popular Ninja Foodi family-size multi-cooker is on sale for $189 - CNET

  25-10-2019 20:36
  One appliance to rule them all! The 8-quart Foodi is a pressure-cooker, slow-cooker, air-fryer and even dehydrator.
  
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• First episode of SEE shows that Apple TV+ is not shying away from violence and scenes of a sexual nature

  25-10-2019 20:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Before Apple TV+ was official, there were a lot of rumors and reporting that Apple was strictly focusing on ‘family-friendly’ content and telling producers to avoid adult scenes depicting sex and violence.
  As reported by Sigmund Judge of Screentimes.net, who attended a screening of the first episode, Apple TV+’s premier show ‘SEE’ does not shy away from depicting adult themes in any way, and the events of the episode make a big statement that the rumors were simply
  
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• In ‘The Morning Show’ on Apple TV+, women rebel and men misbehave

  25-10-2019 20:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  Lynn Elber for The Associated Press:“The Morning Show” started life as a behind-the-scenes peek at a slice of network TV as familiar and routine as a wake-up cup of coffee. Then shocking revelations of sexual misconduct engulfed NBC’s “Today” and beyond, and the story changed.
  The 10-part drama series, part of the first wave of shows launching the Apple TV Plus streaming service Nov. 1, expanded its original focus on women’s role in media to include the reperc
  
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• Senator Chuck Schumer proposes plan to electrify nation's vehicle fleet - Roadshow

  25-10-2019 20:22
  The ranking Democrat from New York proposes spending $454 billion over the next decade to spur EV adoption and advance America's manufacturing capabilities.
  
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• MacRumors Giveaway: Win a Leather Apple Watch Band From Southern Straps

  25-10-2019 20:02
  For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Southern Straps to give MacRumors readers a chance to win one of the company's brown leather Apple Watch bands.
  Southern Straps has a whole range of high-quality leather and nylon ‌Apple Watch‌ bands, including the brown leather band, which is made from a single piece of full-grain Italian leather. The leather hasn't been sanded, buffed, or snuffed, which gives it an attractive, unblemished finish.
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• Here's why loud music damages your hearing - CNET

  25-10-2019 20:00
  Hearing loss is inevitable, but listening to loud music when you're younger can make it worse.
  
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• Why the Facebook News tab shouldn’t be trusted

  25-10-2019 19:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  Josh Constine for TechCrunch:Are we really doing this again? After the pivot to video. After Instant Articles. After news was deleted from the News Feed. Once more, Facebook dangles extra traffic, and journalism outlets leap through its hoop and into its cage.
  Tomorrow, Facebookwill unveil its News tab. About 200 publishers are already aboard, including The Wall Street Journal and BuzzFeed News, and some will be paid. None seem to have learned the lesson of platform risk.
  When you build on someo
  
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• 2020 Volkswagen Golf is all about evolution - Roadshow

  25-10-2019 19:30
  Still largely the same old lovable hatch, but modernized to the core.
  
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• Apple Arcade adds five new games for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac

  25-10-2019 19:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple’s new service, Apple Arcade, costs just $4.99 per month for access to over 100 games without ads or in-app purchases. Up to six family members can share access to Apple Arcade – at no extra cost.
  In what seems to be a weekly occurrence, Apple Arcade has received more new games, five in all, for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV.
  Joe Rossignol for MacRumors:The new titles include neo-classic side-scrolling action platformer “Fallen Knight” by FairPlay Studios, barnyard game
  
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• Apple in talks with business partner United Airlines over deal to upgrade terminal at SFO

  25-10-2019 19:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  Back in January this year, United Airlines accidentally revealed that Apple was its number one customer with an annual spend of $150 million. Now, it appears the airline and Apple are in early talks about upgrading its terminal at SFO.more…
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• Apple in Talks With United Airlines Over Terminal Upgrades at San Francisco International Airport

  25-10-2019 19:10
  Apple has been meeting with United Airlines over upgrades for United's terminal at the San Francisco International airport, according to a Bloomberg article and multiple tweets from attendees at United's meeting with the media in Chicago.United has been talking with Apple about potential design ideas for its customer waiting areas at the San Francisco airport, where Apple is known to be one of United's biggest customers thanks to all of the Apple employees that regularly fly out of SFO.
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• Hyundai Kona Electric becomes self-driving BotRide for free ride-hailing service - Roadshow

  25-10-2019 19:03
  Hyundai is rolling out its self-driving cars via a new service, available to California residents.
  
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• Apple CEO Cook: One-third or more of retail visitors now using iPhone Trade In program

  25-10-2019 19:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  Daniel Varghese for GQ:In a recent conversation about Apple’s dedication to sustainability, CEO Tim Cook referenced the possibility of a new distinction for products in the Apple Store regarding a product’s sustainability. “That is something we’re talking about,” he said. “I don’t want to pre-announce it.” If by chance it were real, it’d be an example of the tech company using its considerable might to actively push other companies in its orb
  
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• HBO Max: Launch dates, prices, shows and movies to expect - CNET

  25-10-2019 19:00
  We'll find out what HBO Max is all about Tuesday -- including how the future of Game of Thrones fits in.
  
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• Review: Eve Extend Adds Wi-Fi Connectivity and Longer Range to Your Eve Bluetooth HomeKit Devices

  25-10-2019 18:12
  Eve, known for its line of HomeKit-enabled smart home products, recently came out with an accessory called the Eve Extend, which is a Bluetooth range extender that's designed to work with existing Eve products.Many of Eve's HomeKit devices work over Bluetooth, and while that often works fine, in larger homes, Bluetooth connectivity can be problematic because it can be limited in range. Bluetooth products need to be within range of an iPhone to be controlled, so for situations where Bluetooth con
  
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• Apple-1 in ‘almost perfect condition’ w/ custom wood case hopes to earn $1.75M

  25-10-2019 18:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  We usually see a couple of functioning Apple-1 computers up for sale each year and they usually net around $300,000-$600,000 depending on the condition and included accessories, manuals, software, etc. Now the latest working Apple-1 has gone up for sale with a steep price close to $2 million.more…
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• Infiniti Q70 reaches the end of the road, won't return for 2020 - Roadshow

  25-10-2019 18:00
  Another sedan bites the dust.
  
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• Analyst: Apple’s iPad could get hardcore gaming support

  25-10-2019 17:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  According to BayStreet Research, the expected expansion of iPad mouse support could signal that Apple wants to take its gaming capabilities beyond Apple Arcade.
  Alison DeNisco Rayome for CNET:Apple brought mouse support to iPadOS only for accessibility purposes this fall, but the company may be planning to add full mouse support in the near future to make the iPad a productivity and gaming platform, according to Cliff Maldonado, principal analyst and founder of BayStreet Research, a firm that re
  
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• Friday deals: Apple’s iPhone 11 cases from $24, 9.7-inch iPad $130 off, more

  25-10-2019 17:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple’s official iPhone 11/Pro/Max cases are on sale from $24 at Best Buy and Amazon. You’ll also find deals on the previous-generation 9.7-inch iPad and Apple’s latest $5 weekend movie sale. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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• Deals Spotlight: eBay Discounts 2019 AirPods With Charging Case to New Low Price of $125 ($34 Off) [Update: Expired]

  25-10-2019 17:53
  eBay is finishing off its Friday Drops sales event this October with a new all-time-low price on Apple's latest AirPods With Charging Case, priced at $125.00, down from an original price of $159.00. At $34 off, this is the lowest price we've tracked on the 2019 AirPods, which have typically hit sale prices between $139.00 and $144.00.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site
  
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• Deals Spotlight: Shop 2019 MacBook Air Discounts Starting at $900 for 128GB Models ($199 Off)

  25-10-2019 17:33
  Amazon has an ongoing discount on Apple's 2019 MacBook Air this week, offering up to $199 off the latest models. You'll find both the 128GB and 256GB storage options on sale, with discounts that represent the lowest-ever prices on all models seen.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.All colors in both models are seeing discounts on Amazon. We've rounded up every sale in
  
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• Tim Cook Says One-Third or More of Apple Store Visitors Now Using Trade-In Program

  25-10-2019 17:29
  Prior to delivering the keynote address at the Ceres sustainability gala in New York City this week, Apple CEO Tim Cook spoke briefly with GQ about the company's environmental efforts, iPhone trade-ins, and more.
  Apple has heavily promoted its iPhone trade-in program at its retail stores and on its website over the last year, and Cook said the increased emphasis has been effective, noting that a third or more of customers that visit its retail stores end up trading in an older device for a newer
  
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• Fisker electric SUV will be available via 'flexible lease' only - Roadshow

  25-10-2019 17:26
  No long-term contracts, Henrik Fisker says.
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: October 25, 2019

  25-10-2019 17:10 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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• Apple wins prize for ‘environmental leadership’ in China

  25-10-2019 17:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  The Concord Jingtang Wind Farm in Hunan Province, China, has a total installed capacity of 48 MW of clean energy and is one of the first projects invested by Apple’s China Clean Energy Fund.
  Apple is today the first company to receive the CITI Green Supply Chain CITI Outstanding Brand. Apple has consistently ranked first in the IPE Enterprise Information Disclosure Index (CITI) for the past five years, and today’s award recognizes Apple’s environmental leadership across the ent
  
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• These are the latest Apple Arcade games for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, and Apple TV

  25-10-2019 16:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple Arcade launched with over 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added regularly. Follow along with our guide on the latest from Apple’s gaming service.more…
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• 9to5Mac Happy Hour 248: 16-inch MacBook Pro leak, Mac Catalyst experience, HomeKit updates

  25-10-2019 16:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple has effectively managed our 16-inch MacBook Pro expectations, Zac has a favorite Mac Catalyst app, Benjamin has released his own Catalyst app, Netatmo surprises us with welcome HomeKit news, Fire TV picks up Apple TV+, and much more.
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• Behind AT&T’s plan to take on Apple TV+, Disney+, and Netflix with HBO Max

  25-10-2019 16:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  Helen Coster and Kenneth Li for Reuters:HBO Max, which will be HBO plus movies, original shows, and TV classics such “Friends,” will be available starting this spring to 10 million AT&T customers who are also HBO subscribers in the United States at no extra charge, according to AT&T Chief Operating Officer John Stankey, who disclosed the figures for the first time in an interview with Reuters.
  These are a portion of the customers that currently pay for an AT&T-owned produ
  
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