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• Scientists develop wearable tech that can hide from thermal sensors - CNET

  03-03-2020 23:52
  
  Thermal camouflage should be the next fashion trend.
  
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• Bill to improve FCC's broadband mapping passes House again - CNET

  03-03-2020 23:37
  
  The Broadband DATA Act, which will improve the accuracy of broadband maps for rural America, is close to becoming law.
  
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• Apple restricts employee travel to Italy, South Korea due to coronavirus

  03-03-2020 23:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After restricting employee travel to China, Apple is now doing the same for Italy and South Korea, due to concerns over the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.
  Mark Gurman for Bloomberg:“We have instituted specific travel restrictions in a few countries including China, South Korea, and Italy,” the company told employees in a memo that outlines its latest response to the Covid-19 outbreak.
  Employees are only allowed to travel to those regions for business-critical reasons and must get app
  
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• What happens if (and when) Apple cancels WWDC 2020?

  03-03-2020 23:30 via macworld.com
  
  Facebook, Microsoft, and Google have now cancelled major conferences in the face of the spread of the coronavirus. Apple’s annual developer conference, WWDC, usually takes place in early June—and all eyes will now turn to Apple to see how the company will respond.Apple has announced WWDC as late as mid-April in past years, so the company has some time to watch the spread of the virus and reach a final decision. But it’s becoming clear that we’re entering a period where i
  
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• NASA's Osiris-Rex is closer than ever to asteroid Bennu - CNET

  03-03-2020 23:12
  
  The spacecraft will scoop up asteroid samples by mid-2020.
  
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• Hulu with Live TV is now on PlayStation 4 - CNET

  03-03-2020 23:09
  
  This comes after Sony shut down its PlayStation Vue streaming service earlier this year.
  
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• 'No plans' for Porsche 911 hybrid right now - Roadshow

  03-03-2020 22:57
  
  And an electric 911 is a very, very long time away.
  
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• Hyper launches world’s first USB-C and Lightning Battery with 18W output

  03-03-2020 22:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Hyper is out with a new portable accessory to keep your iPhone, iPad, and more powered up with fast charging while on the go. The new HyperJuice Battery is the world’s first to feature 18W power with integrated USB-C and Lightning cables so you never have to worry about keeping track of them to get a charge.more…
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• Coronavirus updates: US death toll rises, Google cancels its biggest event - CNET

  03-03-2020 22:50
  
  The latest updates on the COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• Google cancels ‘physical’ I/O event due to coronavirus concerns

  03-03-2020 22:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Google has announced that it will cancel the company’s in-person I/O event this year over COVID-19 coronavirus concerns. The company is said to be looking into an alternative format.9to5Google:Tickets will be fully refunded by March 13, while registered guests this year will automatically be able to purchase I/O 2021 passes (via Twitter). Looking forward, the company is going to “explore other ways to evolve Google I/O to best connect with our developer community.” At this time
  
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• Apple Restricts Employee Travel to South Korea and Italy, Two Countries Hit Hard by Coronavirus

  03-03-2020 22:36 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple is no longer allowing its employees to travel to Italy or South Korea because of the coronavirus outbreak affecting those countries, reports Bloomberg.
  Apple had already restricted employee travel to China, which is an issue because Apple engineers often visit China at this time of year to prepare for the manufacturing of new iPhones."We have instituted specific travel restrictions in a few countries including China, South Korea, and Italy," Apple said in a memo sent out to employees. Appl
  
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• Apple restricts employee travel to Italy and Korea, encourages virtual meetings due to coronavirus

  03-03-2020 22:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple continues to restrict employee travel in response to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. Bloomberg reports today that Apple has put new travel restrictions in place for Italy and Korea, and is also making other recommendations to employees.more…
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• Whitney Houston hologram concerts coming to Las Vegas - CNET

  03-03-2020 22:28
  
  A moving, dancing image of the late singer will perform her biggest hits.
  
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• Hand sanitizer: How it can protect you from getting sick and when to use it - CNET

  03-03-2020 22:25
  
  Washing your hands is still better than using hand sanitizer, but both help prevent the spread of disease.
  
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• Apple shares winners of iPhone Night mode photo challenge - CNET

  03-03-2020 22:22
  
  Six images were selected from thousands of entries. Photos were captured using the iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max.
  
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• Disney Plus: Every show, movie and original to come - CNET

  03-03-2020 22:18
  
  Disney's service wants to be your go-to place to stream almost everything it makes, but we're still waiting for some big titles to show up. Here's what's still coming to Disney Plus.
  
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• iPhone 9 rumors: Launch date, price, specs, Touch ID and an LCD display - CNET

  03-03-2020 22:17
  
  All the latest, hottest rumors about a potential successor to the iPhone SE, maybe called the iPhone 9 or iPhone SE 2.
  
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• Apple reportedly developing six new Mac computers and iPads - CNET

  03-03-2020 22:13
  
  The tech giant is planning a half dozen mini-LED products, according to a report.
  
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• Wall Street drops after Federal Reserve’s surprise rate cut

  03-03-2020 22:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Wall Street dropped on Tuesday in a volatile session after the U.S. Federal Reserve surprised investors with a half percentage-point cut in interest rates, amplifying fears about the magnitude of the coronavirus’ impact on the economy. All three major U.S. stock market indexes dropped more than 3% after the Fed’s first emergency rate cut since the 2008 financial crisis.
  Noel Randewich for Reuters:The rate reduction underscored the Fed’s concern about the coronavirus that has sp
  
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• Hope Mars Mission: One giant leap for Arab representation in space - CNET

  03-03-2020 22:00
  
  The UAE will launch a probe later this year, making it the first Arab, Muslim-majority nation to lead an interplanetary mission.
  
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• Google Cancels May I/O Developer Conference Due to Coronavirus

  03-03-2020 21:57 via macrumors.com
  
  Google today canceled its upcoming I/O developer conference that was set to take place on May 12 to May 14 at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak sweeping the United States.
  In emails sent out to Google I/O attendees, Google says that it is canceling the physical I/O event but will explore other ways to connect with the developer community. Refunds for I/O will be provided by March 13.Due to concerns around the coronavirus (COVID-19), and
  
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• Pixel 4 update: Access Google Pay as fast as Apple Pay on your iPhone - CNET

  03-03-2020 21:56
  
  A handful of new software features are available for Pixel phones, including the ability to schedule Dark theme.
  
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• Halo: Combat Evolved gets surprise launch on PC - CNET

  03-03-2020 21:51
  
  Go back to where the battle with the Covenant started.
  
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• Google I/O canceled due to coronavirus concerns - CNET

  03-03-2020 21:47
  
  The tech giant calls off what's usually its biggest event of the year.
  
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• Google cancels ‘physical’ I/O 2020 due to coronavirus concerns

  03-03-2020 21:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Following a string of other tech cancellations in recent days, Google just announced that it will not host an in-person I/O 2020 over coronavirus concerns. The company is looking into an alternative format.more…
  The post Google cancels ‘physical’ I/O 2020 due to coronavirus concerns appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  
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• Clearview AI probed over facial recognition sales to foreign governments - CNET

  03-03-2020 21:40
  
  Sen. Markey is also concerned Clearview AI breaches online child privacy laws.
  
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• An electric Porsche 911? Not anytime soon, report says - Roadshow

  03-03-2020 21:40
  
  And a 911 hybrid is probably further out than we think.
  
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• Tesla Model 3 Track Mode V2 explained - Roadshow

  03-03-2020 21:24
  
  Every Model 3 Performance owner will receive the free upgrade packed with new features.
  
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• iOS and iPadOS 13.4: Apple releases the fourth beta

  03-03-2020 21:17 via macworld.com
  
  Apple still has plenty left in store for iOS 13 before moving on to iOS 14 (which we will likely hear about this summer at WWDC). A week after the release of iOS and iPadOS 13.3.1, it began beta-testing iOS 13.4. This point release brings several welcome new features.Update 03/03/20: Apple has released the fourth beta version of iOS 13.4. See instructions below for how to register your device to participate in the public beta.To read this article in full, please click here
  
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• Gartner: Apple’s Q4 iPhone unit sales grew 7.8% YOY

  03-03-2020 21:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  While global sales of smartphones to end users contracted in the fourth quarter of 2019, Apple’s iPhone unit sales grew 7.8% year over year in Q419.
  “2019 ended a little better than expected, due to slightly improved performances from North America and emerging Asia/Pacific,” said Anshul Gupta, senior research analyst at Gartner, in a statement. “However, India, which sold 151.9 million units, overtook the U.S. to become the No. 2 country for smartphone sales in 2019. Chi
  
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• Apple No Longer Offers Personalized Engraving on Replacement iPods

  03-03-2020 21:11 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple this week discontinued personalized engraving for replacement iPod devices, according to an internal memo shared with Apple Authorized Service Providers and obtained by MacRumors.In other words, if you have a damaged iPod touch, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, or iPod classic with an engraved message on it, and an Apple technician determines that the entire device needs to be replaced, Apple will simply provide customers with a non-engraved replacement from its repair inventory.
  Previously, custo
  
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• Galaxy S20 5G: Everything to know about 5G on Samsung's latest phones - CNET

  03-03-2020 20:36
  
  Everything you need to know about which carriers will have the Galaxy S20 and Z Flip, and which plans will work for 5G.
  
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• Apple premieres ‘The Banker’ at the U.S. National Civil Rights Museum

  03-03-2020 20:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Following a long review period, after it was delayed from a planned January release when family members of one of the men represented in the film came forth with accusations of abuse at the hands of one of the film’s executive producers (also a family member), Apple has premiered the film and is set to finally release one of its first-ever original films, The Banker, in theaters and on Apple TV+.
  At a special event held at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee, Apple premi
  
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• Google Stadia captures rollout, newest games and everything else you need to know - CNET

  03-03-2020 20:15
  
  Capture and download your best gaming moments.
  
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• Pininfarina Battista Anniversario: Human touches for EV hypercar - Roadshow

  03-03-2020 20:10
  
  Hand built, hand painted and limited to five cars.
  
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• Get an Xbox One X Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order bundle for $299 - CNET

  03-03-2020 19:47
  
  Save $200 on this console-and-game bundle at Amazon or Best Buy.
  
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• Nomad refreshes Apple Watch Base Station, now charges up to five devices, more

  03-03-2020 19:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  This morning, Nomad is introducing a refreshed version of its popular Base Station for Apple Watch. Upgraded internals deliver enough juice to power up to five devices simultaneously through a mix of Qi coils, charging pucks, and USB ports. Additionally, the entire wireless charging pad offers 10W speeds for eligible devices, making this arguably the most compelling all-in-one power station on the market today. An increase in price is sure to be a turnoff for some shoppers, but the overall valu
  
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• Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut: This supercar has a date with 300 mph - Roadshow

  03-03-2020 19:42
  
  This is the fastest Koenigsegg ever and the company doesn't have plans to try and one-up itself.
  
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• Apple releases fourth developer betas of macOS 10.15.4, iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.4, tvOS 13.4

  03-03-2020 19:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple today seeded the fourth betas of macOS 10.15.4, iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.4, and tvOS 13.4 to developers. A public beta is typically made available shortly after the developer version is distributed, via the Apple Beta Software Program website.
  AppleInsider:This is the fourth set of developer betas in the current cycle, with the third released on February 26, the second on February 19, and the first on February 5.At the time of publication, a fourth beta of watchOS 6.2 was not available to downl
  
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• Tokyo Olympics dates could shift amid coronavirus worries, report says - CNET

  03-03-2020 19:27
  
  So far, the International Olympic Committee says it's committed to the games taking place this summer.
  
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• AirPods Pro vs. AirPods: Which one should you buy? - CNET

  03-03-2020 19:20
  
  Should you buy the standard AirPods or the AirPods Pro? Here's how Apple's truly wireless earbuds stack up.
  
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• Report: Apple to feature six products with mini-LEDs, including a 14.1-inch MacBook Pro

  03-03-2020 19:13 via macworld.com
  
  In a new note sent to investors and seen by MacRumors, noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has predicted that Apple is developing six different products that will use mini-LED displays.This is Kuo’s forte; digging up inside info from Apple’s supply chain about the parts they’re working on for upcoming products. Naturally, this doesn’t mean the information is guaranteed to be accurate, and even if it is, plans often change.The six products are said to be releasing in 2020 an
  
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• Best power banks 2020: The top portable chargers for your phone

  03-03-2020 19:10 via pcworld.com
  
  These USB portable chargers from Anker, Mophie, Xiaomi, and others will keep your Android or Apple phone charged while you're on the go.
  
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• WhatsApp releases long-awaited update for iOS 13 with Dark Mode support

  03-03-2020 19:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  WhatsApp for iPhone is finally being updated with Dark Mode compatibility after a long testing period with a beta version. Since WhatsApp is one of the most popular apps for iPhone, users have complained about the lack of this feature.more…
  The post WhatsApp releases long-awaited update for iOS 13 with Dark Mode support appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  
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• Ming-Chi Kuo: Apple prepping 6 Mini LED products, including all-new 14.1-inch MacBook Pro

  03-03-2020 19:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  According to a new note to investors sent out this morning by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is prepping six Mini LED products, including an all-new 14.1-inch MacBook Pro, to launch 2020 and 2021. Production of these products is not expected to be delayed by the coronavirus, Kuo writes.
  Apple’s flagship 16-inch MacBook Pro
  Juli Clover for MacRumors:Apple is developing a 12.9-inch iPad Pro, a 27-inch iMac Pro, a 14.1-inch MacBook Pro, a 16-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌, a 10.2.-inch iPad,
  
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• Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 13.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]

  03-03-2020 19:02 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded the fourth betas of upcoming iOS and iPadOS 13.4 updates to developers, one week after the release of the third betas and more than a month after the release of iOS and iPadOS 13.3.1.
  iOS and ‌‌‌iPadOS‌‌‌ 13.4 can be downloaded from the Apple Developer center or over the air once the proper developer profile has been installed. On the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max, Apple requires the beta to be installed over the air using the configuration pr
  
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• Apple releasing fourth developer beta of iOS 13.4 today [U]

  03-03-2020 19:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple today is releasing the fourth developer beta of iOS 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4. This update comes a week after the third release of iOS 13.4 for developers. iOS 13.4 includes new features like iCloud Drive folder sharing and much more.more…
  The post Apple releasing fourth developer beta of iOS 13.4 today [U] appeared first on 9to5Mac.
  
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• Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of Upcoming tvOS 13.4 Update to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]

  03-03-2020 19:01 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded the fourth beta of an upcoming tvOS 13.4 update to developers for testing purposes, one week after seeding the third beta and a month after the release of tvOS 13.3.1.
  Designed for the fourth and fifth-generation Apple TV models, the new tvOS 13.4 developer beta can be downloaded onto the ‌Apple TV‌ using a profile that's installed using Xcode.tvOS updates are typically minor in scale, focusing on under-the-hood bug fixes and improvements rather than major outward-fa
  
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• Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of Upcoming macOS Catalina 10.15.4 Update to Developers

  03-03-2020 19:01 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded the fourth beta of an upcoming macOS 10.15.4 update to developers for testing purposes, one week after seeding the third beta and more than a month after releasing macOS Catalina 10.15.3.
  The new ‌‌macOS Catalina‌‌ beta can be downloaded using the Software Update mechanism in System Preferences after installing the proper software from the Developer Center.‌macOS Catalina‌ 10.15.4 includes Screen Time Communication Limits, a feature first brought
  
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• WhatsApp for iOS Now Supports Dark Mode

  03-03-2020 19:00 via macrumors.com
  
  WhatsApp was today updated to version 2.20.30, introducing a new Dark Mode option that has been in testing for a few weeks now. According to the WhatsApp release notes, the new ‌Dark Mode‌ option is available whenever ‌Dark Mode‌ is activated on the iPhone or iPad.
  ‌Dark Mode‌ is linked to iOS 13, which means ‌iOS 13‌ is required to use ‌Dark Mode‌. WhatsApp users on earlier versions of iOS will not have access to the feature.‌Dark Mode&zwnj
  
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