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• Apple’s bid to invalidate Caltech patent fails, still owes $838M in damages

  05-03-2020 23:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple and Broadcom were hit with a more than $1 billion penalty in January for infringing upon patents held by the California Insitute of Technology. Following that decision, Apple pushed to get one of the Caltech patents in the case ruled as invalid, but that quest failed today.more…
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• Apple, others look to move production away from China; not an easy task

  05-03-2020 23:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple, Google and Microsoft have looked to move some hardware production from China to other countries, including Vietnam and Thailand. Product assembly for smartphones could feasibly be moved quickly, experts say, but moving component manufacturing outside of China will also be difficult.
  Arjun Kharpal for CNBC:Last year, Apple was reportedly looking to start a trial for the production of its AirPods in Vietnam and asked suppliers to look into moving 15% to 30% of production from China to other
  
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• Twitter bans hateful conduct around age, disease and disability - CNET

  05-03-2020 23:30
  
  Tweets that break the rule will be deleted.
  
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• Sonos drops controversial ‘Recycle Mode’ trade-in requirement that bricked older devices

  05-03-2020 23:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Sonos has announced that it is abandoning its controversial Recycle Mode. This was a requirement of its Trade Up program, with Sonos requesting that users essentially brick their older hardware in exchange for a 30% discount on a newer Sonos speaker.more…
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• Coronavirus spurs Ford, FCA and Toyota to restrict employee travel - Roadshow

  05-03-2020 23:13
  
  Ford and FCA have gone as far as restricting domestic travel.
  
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• Spock's Vulcan salute should replace handshakes in coronavirus era - CNET

  05-03-2020 23:12
  
  Opinion: Live long and prosper, and stay healthy.
  
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• Netflix hit Love is Blind is the reality fluff the world needs right now - CNET

  05-03-2020 23:07
  
  Commentary: I totally get why everyone is obsessed with this off-the-rails dating show.
  
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• Apple Still Owes Caltech $838 Million as Appeals Court Declines to Invalidate Patent

  05-03-2020 23:07 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple in January was ordered to pay the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) $838 million for infringing on Caltech patents related to WiFi transmissions.
  Apple was hoping to get one of the patents in the case invalidated, but today, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled against Apple and declined to invalidate the patent in question, upholding a prior decision from an administrative patent court.According to Reuters, Apple tried to get the patent invalidated on "obviou
  
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• NASA's Mars 2020 rover gets an official name, 'Perseverance' - CNET

  05-03-2020 22:54
  
  The new robot will join the ranks of Spirit, Opportunity and Curiosity on the Red Planet within 12 months.
  
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• Apple Renews 'Truth Be Told' Series for a Second Season

  05-03-2020 22:50 via macrumors.com
  
  "Truth Be Told," an Apple TV+ series starring Octavia Spencer and Aaron Paul, has been renewed for a second season, Apple announced today.
  The show was originally planned as a limited series, but was also designed to work for a multi-season run, with each season focusing on a new story with new characters.Octavia Spencer will be in the second season of the show as podcaster Poppy Parnell, but the main storyline will cover a new case. The first season followed Parnell as she worked to reopen a mu
  
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• Almost 1 million Virgin Media records exposed via insecure database - CNET

  05-03-2020 22:47
  
  The data included email addresses, phone numbers and physical addresses, but no payment information or passwords, the company says.
  
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• Apple loses bid to invalidate Caltech patent underlying $1.1 billion verdict

  05-03-2020 22:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A federal appeals court on Thursday declined to rule invalid one of the patents underlying a $1.1 billion verdict the California Institute of Technology won against Apple Inc and Broadcom Inc.
  Apple’s iPhone 11 Pro MaxReuters:The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed a decision by an administrative patent court that upheld the validity of a Caltech patent challenged by Apple on obviousness grounds.MacDailyNews Take: Apple has to challenge this to the bitter end, lest they
  
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• Facebook says it's removing Trump campaign's 'census' ads - CNET

  05-03-2020 22:40
  
  Critics say the ads could create confusion about the 2020 US Census.
  
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• New to Force Touch trackpads? Here’s what your Mac can do

  05-03-2020 22:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Whether you’re new to Mac or have had one for a while but haven’t gotten in the habit of using Apple’s powerful trackpad to the fullest, follow along for all the things you can do with the Force Touch trackpad and how to customize its settings.more…
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• Coronavirus updates: San Francisco confirms two cases of unknown origin - CNET

  05-03-2020 22:18
  
  The latest updates on the COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• Apple Pay may soon launch in Mexico

  05-03-2020 22:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple Pay could soon launch in Mexico, based on reports from iPhone users in Mexico who have been able to add their Banregio cards to Apple’s Wallet app.
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  Juli Clover for MacRumors:One user on Twitter whose tweet was shared by 9to5Mac was able to add his Banregio card to the Wallet app after setting his region to the United States. The card was able to be successfully added, and there was text included for verification purposes, but the verification process did not
  
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• Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut: No, it's not named after the vodka - Roadshow

  05-03-2020 21:52
  
  Sure it sounds like the popular adult beverage, but the name has a deeper meaning to the Swedish supercar-maker.
  
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• Guardians of the Galaxy director wanted a Drax and Mantis film - CNET

  05-03-2020 21:40
  
  But Drax actor Dave Bautista says Marvel didn't have room in its release schedule.
  
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• 2021 Genesis GV80 looks to undercut luxury SUV rivals on price - Roadshow

  05-03-2020 21:40
  
  People buying this kind of car typically aren't penny pinchers, but the GV80 packs a lot for its MSRP.
  
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• Apple has strong showing in survey of each generation’s favorite brands

  05-03-2020 21:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Every year, MBLM produces the largest study of brands based on emotion to come up with a list of favorite brands. Now in its tenth year, the firm has reviewed more than 20,000 qualitative brand stories, 1,000 hours of insights, nearly 25,000 quantitative respondents, and over 200,000 brand evaluations.
  This year MBLM surveyed 6,200 consumers across the United States, Mexico, and the United Arab Emirates to detail their experiences with nearly 400 brands across 15 industries. Their report focuses
  
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• AirPods Pro vs. AirPods: What's the difference and which should you buy? - CNET

  05-03-2020 21:33
  
  Should you buy the standard AirPods or the AirPods Pro? Here's how Apple's truly wireless earbuds stack up.
  
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• Ex-Uber engineer Levandowski ordered to pay Google $179 million - CNET

  05-03-2020 21:16
  
  The alleged architect behind the infamous Waymo v. Uber self-driving car trade secrets lawsuit continues to deal with the fallout of his reported actions. Now he's filed for bankruptcy.
  
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• Coronavirus updates: First death in California, San Francisco confirms two community-spread cases - CNET

  05-03-2020 21:10
  
  The latest updates on the COVID-19 outbreak.
  
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• India plans to airlift components from China to help local tech industry

  05-03-2020 21:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  As India tries to contain the fallout from the coronavirus crisis in China, the Indian government is planning to bolster its growing electronics sector by arranging to airlift components from China, according to government officials.
  Reuters:India’s federal technology ministry has asked electronics and smartphone industry lobby groups to draw up a list of components made in China which then can be airlifted, two of the officials said. China is slowly getting back to work after an extended
  
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• Samsung nabbed 74% of 5G smartphone sales in US last year - CNET

  05-03-2020 20:58
  
  Analysts expect expanding 5G coverage and a rumored 5G iPhone to drive more demand in 2020.
  
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• Samsung nabbed 74% of 5G smartphone sales in the US last year - CNET

  05-03-2020 20:58
  
  Analysts expect expanding 5G coverage and a rumored 5G iPhone to drive more demand in 2020.
  
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• HBO is turning PlayStation game The Last Of Us into a TV series - CNET

  05-03-2020 20:45
  
  The adaptation is being led by Chernobyl creator Craig Mazin.
  
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• COVID-19 Coronavirus: Impact on Apple's iPhone, Mac and WWDC

  05-03-2020 20:42 via macrumors.com
  
  The COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak has been spreading around the world since January, and so far, it has had a major impact on Apple's device production and device sales in affected countries like China.As the virus continues to move through the United States and other countries, it could lead to production and supply problems for several months, and it could cause events like WWDC to be canceled. This guide covers everything that we know about COVID-19's impact on Apple.Coronavirus Explained
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• Our favorite debuts from the 2020 Geneva Motor Show that wasn't - Roadshow

  05-03-2020 20:31
  
  The Geneva Motor Show may have been canceled, but there was still a whole lot to ooh and aah over this week.
  
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• Love is Blind on Netflix is the reality fluff the world needs right now - CNET

  05-03-2020 20:25
  
  Commentary: I totally get why everyone is obsessed with this off-the-rails dating show.
  
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• Apple’s $150 million affordable housing fund launches

  05-03-2020 20:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Housing Trust Silicon Valley – a nonprofit community loan fund that works to create a strong affordable housing market in the greater Bay Area – is launching the Apple Affordable Housing Fund, funded by a $150 million grant from Apple with the goal of building more affordable housing in the greater Bay Area.
  The Apple Affordable Housing Fund is part of the comprehensive $2.5 billion commitment Apple made in November 2019 to help address the housing availability and affordability cris
  
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• NASA's Mars 2020 rover gets a name, 'Perseverance' - CNET

  05-03-2020 20:08
  
  The new robot will join the ranks of Spirit, Opportunity and Curiosity on the Red Planet within 12 months.
  
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• Beosound Balance arrives with AirPlay 2, Google Assistant, and a big price tag

  05-03-2020 20:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Bang & Olufsen is making a return following a quiet start to 2020, today unveiling its new Beosound Balance. This $2,250 speaker offers the usual mix of high-end design with audio to match. However, Bang & Olufsen is entering the crowded smart speaker marketplace with Google Assistant and AirPlay 2 capabilities in tow on its latest release. Designed in partnership with London-based agency Layer, this cylindrical speaker comes in two colors and offer premium finishes that bypass man
  
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• Best Google Home devices under $100 - CNET

  05-03-2020 20:05
  
  Getting Google into your smart home doesn't have to be pricey.
  
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• Fortnite Chapter 2 season 2 challenges and where to deal damage to bosses - CNET

  05-03-2020 20:02
  
  This week it's less about fighting your fellow player and more about looking for those special agents.
  
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• Facebook cracks down on sites that impersonate its services - CNET

  05-03-2020 20:01
  
  The social network sues domain name registrar Namecheap.
  
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• Taika Waititi to direct two Netflix Charlie and the Chocolate Factory shows - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:58
  
  Oompa! Loompa! Doompa-dee-doo! Two animated shows are coming for you!
  
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• $150 Million Apple Fund Launches With Goal of Building Affordable Housing in California Bay Area

  05-03-2020 19:56 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple in November announced plans to spend $2.5 billion easing the housing crisis in California, and today, Housing Trust Silicon Valley announced that it is launching the Apple Affordable Housing Fund, which is funded by a $150 million grant from Apple.A property built in San Jose with funds from Housing Trust Silicon Valley
  Apple has pledged $1 billion in affordable housing investments, $1 billion in mortgage assistance for first-time homebuyers, and $300 million worth of Apple-owned land for
  
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• Quibi raises another $750 million, a month before mobile streaming service launches - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:53
  
  Quibi has raised a total of $1.75 billion for its unconventional strategy: big-budget, 10-minute videos you pay to watch only on your phone.
  
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• HBO pulls out of SXSW as coronavirus outbreak continues - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:51
  
  It's yet another company to decide against attending the conference.
  
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• Devs review: Gripping FX miniseries tackles Silicon Valley transgressions - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:46
  
  In this limited FX series on Hulu, Ex Machina writer and director Alex Garland is back to reflect on Silicon Valley transgressions and the ethical limits of technology.
  
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• Tech firms agree to voluntary principles as governments ask for encryption backdoors - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:45
  
  Facebook, Google and others are adopting voluntary guidelines to help prevent child sexual exploitation online. Requirements on encryption aren't included, but officials have raised the issue.
  
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• Feds see opening on encryption as tech firms sign on to protect children - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:45
  
  Facebook, Google and others are adopting voluntary guidelines to help prevent child sexual exploitation online. Requirements on encryption aren't included, but officials have raised the issue.
  
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• Best Apple Watch deals for 2020: Series 4 GPS model returns to Black Friday price - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:45
  
  Amazon is selling the 44mm version for $332.
  
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• Oppo knocks off Apple Watch with lookalike, soundalike ‘Oppo Watch’

  05-03-2020 19:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Chinese gadget peddler Oppo has shown off its so-called “smart” watch, the “Oppo Watch.” Well, at least it looks smart. That’s because it’s nearly identical to Apple’s iconic Apple Watch. And, not only does it look like an Apple Watch, when you say “Oppo Watch” aloud, it sounds like “Apple Watch,” too!Ed Hardy for Cult of Mac:The first teaser images of the Oppo Watch show its designers clearly used the Apple Watch as their inspira
  
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• DuckDuckGo releases open source web Tracker Radar for individuals, devs, and researchers

  05-03-2020 19:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Privacy-focused browser DuckDuckGo has made another step in offering a more private web experience today as it released its Tracker Radar. DuckDuckGo also made the resource open source and shared how individuals, developers, and researches can make use of the tool.more…
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• Organic molecules found on Mars have something in common with white truffles - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:30
  
  NASA's Curiosity Rover discovered organic compounds with a possible biological origin.
  
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• Coronavirus jolts tech firms - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:30
  
  The global tech industry is being rattled by the virus as conferences are canceled and Apple and Microsoft warn investors.
  
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• Apple Pay Could Soon Expand to Mexico

  05-03-2020 19:29 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple Pay could soon be available in Mexico, based on reports from iPhone users in Mexico who have been able to add their Banregio cards to the Wallet app.
  One user on Twitter whose tweet was shared by 9to5Mac was able to add his Banregio card to the Wallet app after setting his region to the United States. The card was able to be successfully added, and there was text included for verification purposes, but the verification process did not work as ‌Apple Pay‌ has not officially launch
  
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• Tech companies agree to voluntary principles as governments ask for encryption backdoors - CNET

  05-03-2020 19:21
  
  Companies including Facebook, Google and Microsoft are adopting voluntary guidelines to help prevent child sexual exploitation online, the Justice Department announced on Thursday.
  
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