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• Protect for less: Save 25% on phone cases and almost everything else at Speck - CNET

  29-05-2020 23:53
  
  Speck is having a sitewide sale now through this weekend only.
  
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• Here’s how an unknown TikTok clone topped the App Store charts

  29-05-2020 23:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Been on the App Store over the past few days? You might have noticed a curious new free iPhone app in the number one spot called Zynn. As it turns out it’s a TikTok clone that’s going after users of the popular app in the US. So how did it just beat out the massively popular TikTok in the App Store charts? A pyramid scheme that pays people to use it and refer friends…more…
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• Sony reportedly tells devs to make new PS4 games work on PS5 - CNET

  29-05-2020 23:33
  
  Games submitted to Sony after July 13 will need to be forwards-compatible with the PS5, a report says.
  
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• 9to5Rewards: Still time to win the 2020 iPhone SE from Incipio

  29-05-2020 23:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Readers still have plenty of time to enter our latest giveaway on 9to5Rewards. We’ve teamed up with Incipio for the release of its new biodegradable iPhone case collection to reward one reader with the 2020 iPhone SE (64GB). Head below to enter and get a closer look at the eco-friendly lineup of cases available for both the new iPhone SE and iPhone 11/Pro models. more…
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• Animated musical comedy’ Central Park’ debuts on Apple TV+

  29-05-2020 23:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  “Central Park,” which debited today on Apple TV+, is an animated musical comedy about the Tillermans, a family that lives in Central Park. Owen, the park manager, and Paige, his journalist wife, raise their kids Molly and Cole in the world’s most famous park, while fending off hotel heiress Bitsy Brandenham and her long suffering assistant Helen, who would love nothing more than to turn the park into condos.
  The series stars Josh Gad, Kristen Bell, Daveed Diggs, Tituss Burgess,
  
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• Apple Music’s Zane Lowe brings interviews with iconic artists to new podcast

  29-05-2020 23:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple Music’s Zane Lowe has debuted a new podcast that will be home to his interviews with popular artists. The latest episode is with Lady Gaga as she’s about to launch her new album Chromatica. Even though the podcast just launched, it also features interviews from previous guests he’s had on Beats 1.more…
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• YouTube Music now lets you pre-save albums - CNET

  29-05-2020 22:55
  
  Track lists for unreleased albums are now visible and available for pre-saving to a library.
  
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• Last chance for these Memorial Day 2020 deals: Lenovo laptop, Vizio 4K TV, exercise gear, vacuum and more - CNET

  29-05-2020 22:55
  
  Even the pandemic can't stop this parade of deals.
  
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• How to watch UFC Fight Night Woodley vs Burns on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, more

  29-05-2020 22:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  UFC Fight Night Woodley vs Burns is slated for the UFC Apex center on Saturday, May 30th at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT. Follow along for how to watch on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac, PC, and more.more…
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• Latest SpaceX Starship prototype suffers explosive testing anomaly - CNET

  29-05-2020 22:40
  
  It's just another day in Starship testing. This incident is unrelated to the SpaceX Crew Dragon NASA Demo-2 test flight.
  
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• Ex-Apple lawyer’s insider-trading ‘Hail Mary’ opposed by U.S. prosecutors

  29-05-2020 22:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  U.S. prosecutors told a federal judge in New Jersey this week that former Apple lawyer Gene Levoff is making a bogus “Hail Mary” argument that insider-trading charges against him are unconstitutional.
  Chris Dolmetsch for Bloomberg:Gene Levoff, previously a senior in-house lawyer specializing in corporate law for Apple, was charged last year with trading on inside information about the company’s revenue and earnings dating back to 2011. He asked U.S. District Judge William Marti
  
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• Hear TV dialog the way it was meant to be heard with the Zvox soundbar, on sale for $140 - CNET

  29-05-2020 22:28
  
  This soundbar with 12 levels of voice boost is over 50% off right now.
  
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• 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid SUV slides in under $40,000 - Roadshow

  29-05-2020 22:08
  
  The most efficient and highest-performing RAV4 to date won't break the bank.
  
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• The 3 best gaming laptop deals right now at Best Buy - CNET

  29-05-2020 22:03
  
  Save up to $700 on a gaming mobile rig from Acer, Asus or Razer.
  
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• Trump terminates US relationship with the WHO - CNET

  29-05-2020 21:39
  
  The US president is alleging a conspiracy between China and the WHO to mislead the world about the coronavirus.
  
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• ‘Defending Jacob’ looks like the most popular Apple TV+ series

  29-05-2020 21:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A gripping, character-driven thriller based on the 2012 New York Times best-selling novel of the same name, Defending Jacob stars Chris Evans, Michelle Dockery, Jaeden Martell, Cherry Jones, Pablo Schreiber, Betty Gabriel and Sakina Jaffrey. The limited drama series unfolds around a shocking crime that rocks a small Massachusetts town and one family in particular, forcing an assistant district attorney to choose between his sworn duty to uphold justice and his unconditional love for his son.
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• 8 Mac Tips and Tricks You Might Not Know

  29-05-2020 21:36 via macrumors.com
  
  There are tons of hidden features and shortcuts for Macs that Apple has built into macOS over the years, ranging from shortcuts to keyboard commands to other little hacks to make Mac usage just a bit simpler. In our latest YouTube video, we highlighted several of these tips and tricks, and some of them might just be new to you.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Transfer Files Fast - If you hold down "T" when your Mac is booting up, you can enter Target Disk Mode. In this
  
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• Amazon will shut down fashion-focused Echo Look in July - CNET

  29-05-2020 21:10
  
  The e-commerce giant is discontinuing its fashion-advising Alexa device on July 24.
  
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• Senator calls for criminal investigation into Twitter over Iran sanctions - CNET

  29-05-2020 20:45
  
  Texas Sen. Ted Cruz accused the social media giant of violating American sanctions on Iran.
  
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• U.S. stock market is firing on all cylinders; stronger than even the most bullish investors believe

  29-05-2020 20:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  “The U.S. stock market is firing on all cylinders, and that’s bullish for its near-term prospects,” Mark Hulbert writes for MarketWatch. “The five largest U.S. stocks by market capitalization are grabbing attention, but their performance doesn’t tell the whole story.”
  Hulbert writes:These five — Microsoft, Apple, Amazon.com, Alphabet, and Facebook — currently represent 20% of the S&P 500’s total market cap. That’s the highest concen
  
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• Studio Ghibli's movies on HBO Max, the best ones ranked - CNET

  29-05-2020 20:37
  
  With HBO Max and Netflix now streaming (almost) every Studio Ghibli film, CNET ranks the animation studio's very best to watch first.
  
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• Ford Bronco's 7-speed manual might be even weirder than you think - Roadshow

  29-05-2020 20:37
  
  That seventh gear might not be a "traditional" gear at all, if a new report is to be believed.
  
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• Beats Powerbeats Pro gets four new striking color options - CNET

  29-05-2020 20:24
  
  The AirPods only come in white. But Apple-owned Beats continues to add new colors to its Powerbeats Pro earbuds.
  
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• JK Rowling releases chapters of new book The Ickabog online for free - CNET

  29-05-2020 20:22
  
  The Harry Potter author is also holding a children's illustration contest for the book.
  
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• Facebook's new Venue app aims to connect fans, commentators during live events - CNET

  29-05-2020 20:19
  
  The app will focus on sporting events, starting with NASCAR.
  
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• The full run of Friends is up on HBO Max now - CNET

  29-05-2020 20:17
  
  AT&T's latest streaming service is live with big-name titles.
  
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• MacRumors Giveaway: Win a HyperCube Wireless Charging Station From Ampere

  29-05-2020 20:02 via macrumors.com
  
  For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Ampere to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win a HyperCube Wireless Charging Station, which is a nifty cube-shaped wireless charger that has more than 13 smart features packed into it.
  The HyperCube, priced at $160, is designed to be an all-in-one bedside charging solution and sleep aid.
  It has three Qi-based wireless charging surfaces that can be used to charge smartphones, AirPods, and AirPods Pro, plus there's an LED panel at the back that can
  
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• Magic Leap CEO Rony Abovitz stepping down at AR startup - CNET

  29-05-2020 19:30
  
  Abovitz also announces a new round of funding in a memo sent to employees.
  
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• Apple Arcade: 'SpongeBob: Patty Pursuit' is available now

  29-05-2020 19:27 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 all goes well, it could elevate the perception of mobile gaming in general.Got questions? We've got plenty of answers. Updated 5/29/20: Added SpongeBob: Patty Pursuit to the list of available games.&nbs
  
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• Apple TV+ captures significant share of streaming market

  29-05-2020 19:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Parks Associates today released research from a recently fielded consumer survey showing new OTT services Apple TV+ and Disney+ have captured significant market share in the streaming video space, rounding out the top five behind the “Big 3” Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu. The research firm’s Market Snapshot: Disney+ and Apple TV+ highlights the impact of the entry of Disney+ and Apple TV+ in OTT market, including insights into the factors driving their growth.
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• Powerbeats Pro Debut in Four New Colors: Spring Yellow, Cloud Pink, Lava Red, and Glacier Blue

  29-05-2020 19:00 via macrumors.com
  
  Following a couple of leaks in recent weeks, Beats today is officially announcing four new colors for its Powerbeats Pro wireless earphones: Spring Yellow, Cloud Pink, Lava Red, and Glacier Blue. The new earphones will go on sale June 9 and sell for the same $249.95 price as the existing color options.
  Aside from the colors, the new ‌Powerbeats Pro‌ models are otherwise identical to the original Powerbeats Pro, offering up to nine hours of listening time with the charging case bringing
  
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• Google reportedly retracts offers to thousands of contract and temp workers - CNET

  29-05-2020 19:00
  
  The search giant previously said it would slow down its pace of hiring amid the coronavirus pandemic.
  
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• Hands-on with Powerbeats Pro in Spring Yellow, Cloud Pink, Lava Red, and Glacier Blue colors

  29-05-2020 18:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It’s been one year since Beats debuted the awesome Powerbeats Pro totally wireless earphones (reviewed) with AirPods intelligence, and today the lineup is expanding with four new colors. The new colors join Black, Ivory, Navy, and Moss versions, bringing the total color count to eight options.
  Here’s what you need to know including a hands-on look at each new color:more…
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• Space Force review: Netflix comedy lands on the snark side of the moon - CNET

  29-05-2020 18:36
  
  Space is the place for The Office's Steve Carell and Greg Daniels.
  
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• PlayStation puzzler Tetris Effect's zen soundtrack now available to stream - CNET

  29-05-2020 18:24
  
  Enjoy the calming Tetris soundtrack outside of the world of neatly stacked blocks.
  
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• The big Xbox, PlayStation, Switch and PC game announcements, even without E3 - CNET

  29-05-2020 18:22
  
  The major video game show may not be happening this summer, but new games are still being unveiled.
  
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• Apple TV+ originals: Animated musical comedy Central Park is now available

  29-05-2020 18:19 via macworld.com
  
  Apple is planting its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+, its in-house streaming service that features only original programming—no reruns of hit TV shows or last year’s blockbuster movies.The company is said to be spending several billion dollars a year on original programming. That’s a lot of TV! Apple is attracting some of the best talent in TV and film production, including huge stars and directors, and locking down the television and movie rights to best-sellin
  
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• LG ramps up LCD panel production on surging Apple iPad demand

  29-05-2020 18:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  LG Display is enjoying a surge in demand for LCD panels for Apple’s iPad. The Cupertino Colossus has asked LG Display to quickly ramp up LCD panel supplies for iPad. LG Display is expected to begin supplying them as early as June by operating the production lines at full throttle.
  Apple’s 10.2‑inch iPad with full-size Smart Keyboard
  By the way, anyone who says “Apple is too expensive” is unable to discern value, especially when it comes to the 7th generation 10.2-in
  
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• HomeKit Weekly: Eve Degree is a handy device for tracking local climate

  29-05-2020 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Weather plays a huge part in the automation of your home. From understanding when to heat and cool your home to running the sprinklers at optimal temperatures, being able to drill down with the actual temperature of your home is going to be is a handy feature. I’ve been using the Eve Degree for the past few weeks, and it’s become one of my favorite HomeKit accessories.more…
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• Small cars still have higher driver death rates, IIHS study shows - Roadshow

  29-05-2020 17:59
  
  There are some interesting exceptions, though.
  
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• Save $300 on 13-inch MacBook Pro, plus Apple’s Magic Keyboards on sale, more in today’s best deals

  29-05-2020 17:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple’s previous-generation 13-inch MacBook Pro is $300 off in today’s best deals. You can also save on Apple’s various Magic Keyboards and Eve HomeKit accessories. Hit the jump for all of that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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• Sony PlayStation 5 games reveal event June 4: How to watch - CNET

  29-05-2020 17:45
  
  Sony's PlayStation division will unveil games for its new console coming this fall.
  
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• Take $50 off a set of quality Henckels kitchen knives for dad - CNET

  29-05-2020 17:44
  
  This is an easy win, kids.
  
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• 2021 Buick Envision looks way better, gets luxurious Avenir trim - Roadshow

  29-05-2020 17:41
  
  Buick's redesigned crossover rides on a new platform and comes with more standard safety tech.
  
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• Hasbro's Black Series adds Zeb from Star Wars Rebels - CNET

  29-05-2020 17:34
  
  The action figure will come out this fall.
  
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• 2021 Ford F-150 will debut on June 25 - Roadshow

  29-05-2020 17:33
  
  Production is expected to kick off in October.
  
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• 'Central Park' Debuts on Apple TV+: Animated Musical Comedy From Creators of 'Bob's Burgers'

  29-05-2020 17:30 via macrumors.com
  
  Animated musical comedy series "Central Park" was released on Apple TV+ today, with the first two episodes now available to stream.
  "Central Park" revolves around the Tillermans, a family that lives in New York City's famous Central Park while attempting to fend off a wealthy hotel heiress who wants to turn the park into condos. The series is created, written, and executive produced by Emmy Award winner Loren Bouchard, creator of popular animated series "Bob's Burgers."The series stars Josh Gad,
  
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• 9to5Mac Happy Hour 279: Apple Store at the curb, macOS 10.15.5, Apple TV+ expansions

  29-05-2020 17:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  This week Zac and Benjamin discuss the state of Apple Stores during the global pandemic, updates to Apple’s Exposure Notifications API, macOS 10.15.5 and new battery features, new details about Messages for Mac on macOS 10.16, loads of Apple TV+ developments, and much more.
  Subscribe to receive new episodes every Friday: 🟣 Apple Podcasts 🟠 Overcast 🟢 SpotifySponsored by Pillow: Pillow is an all-in-one sleep tracking solution to help you get a better night&rsqu
  
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• This tiny handheld plays 100s of retro games and won't break the bank - CNET

  29-05-2020 17:15
  
  Enter Blaze Enterainment's Evercade, a retro handheld console that is surprisingly well built, performs solidly and uses adorable little mini-cartridges.
  
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• CNET's New York lab is closed, so now I'm reviewing TVs in my basement - CNET

  29-05-2020 17:11
  
  Turns out five 65-inch TVs and a bunch of test gear fit just fine in a minivan.
  
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