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• PSA: Twitter app will no longer support iPhones and iPads running iOS 11 or older

  09-07-2020 23:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Twitter announced today that the company is dropping support for iOS 11 and older versions of Apple’s operating system in its official app. That means users running older versions of iOS will have to update to iOS 12 or later in order to keep receiving Twitter updates.more…
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• Apple releases iOS 13.6 golden master to developers

  09-07-2020 23:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple today released iOS 13.6 golden master to developers. iOS 13.6 features improved support for downloading and installing system updates, the all-new Apple News+ Audio content, as well as the new digital Car Key feature.
  Digital car keys give users a way to securely unlock and start their car using just their iPhone or Apple Watch.
  Michael Potuck for 9to5Mac:We first got a look at the new Apple News+ Audio feature with the iOS 13.5.5 beta (renamed to iOS 13.6). It brings professionally narrat
  
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• Apple's Worldwide Mac Shipments Up in Q2 2020 Amid Overall PC Market Growth

  09-07-2020 23:46 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple's worldwide Mac shipments were up 5.1 percent during the second quarter of 2020, according to new PC shipping estimates shared this afternoon by Gartner.Gartner's Preliminary Worldwide PC Vendor Unit Shipment Estimates for 2Q20 (Thousands of Units)
  Apple shipped an estimated 4.4 million Macs in Q2 2020, up from the 4.2 million shipped in Q2 2019, with shipments growing even amid the ongoing public health crisis.Apple's market share during the quarter grew to 6.7 percent, up from 6.6 percen
  
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• Get the Roborock S5 robot vacuum and mop for just $359 - CNET

  09-07-2020 23:28
  
  Originally $600, this is the best price ever on one of the top-rated robo-vacs.
  
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• PC shipments rise as COVID-19 has people working, studying from home - CNET

  09-07-2020 23:14
  
  Lenovo and HP shipped the most PCs during the second quarter of 2020, Gartner and IDC say.
  
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• PC shipments rise as COVID-19 drives work and school from home - CNET

  09-07-2020 23:14
  
  Lenovo and HP shipped the most PCs during the second quarter of 2020, Gartner and IDC say.
  
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• Epic is giving away $70 worth of games for free this week - CNET

  09-07-2020 23:05
  
  Killing Floor 2 is the real zombie-blasting gem, but playing Lifeless Planet and The Escapist 2 has its rewards as well.
  
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• PC shipments rise after COVID-19 supply delays, Gartner says - CNET

  09-07-2020 23:01
  
  Lenovo and HP each shipped 16 million PCs during the second quarter of 2020.
  
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• How to watch the Virtual Tour de France - CNET

  09-07-2020 22:33
  
  While the real-life event is delayed due to COVID-19, Zwift is offering a virtual equivalent this month.
  
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• Fortnite Season 3 challenges and where to find Floating Rings at Pleasant Park - CNET

  09-07-2020 22:00
  
  Another week of collecting rings.
  
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• Hands-On With tvOS 14: Picture in Picture, 4K YouTube, HomeKit and More

  09-07-2020 21:48 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple at WWDC introduced a new version of tvOS, the software that's designed to run on the fourth and fifth-generation Apple TV models. tvOS updates are often more minor in scale than iOS, watchOS, and macOS updates, but tvOS 14 has some useful new features.
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  Apple in tvOS 13 introduced a Picture in Picture option for the ‌Apple TV‌ app that allowed TV and movie content from the app to be watched while doing other things on the
  
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• The NBA is coming back: Dates, locations, who's sitting out and how to watch basketball's 2020 return - CNET

  09-07-2020 21:38
  
  The NBA is going to Disney World.
  
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• Macworld's July digital magazine: The new MacBook Pro

  09-07-2020 21:27 via macworld.com
  
  Every day, Macworld brings you the essential daily news and other info about all things Apple. But staying on top of that torrent of information can be a constant challenge. One solution: the Macworld digital magazine. Exclusive content in the July issue
  This month, read Macworld's exlusive Guide to Apple Arcade. It's time to get your game on with Apple's gaming service. Also this month we review the 13-inch MacBook Pro (mid 2020): this $1799 model delivers a modest CPU and
  
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• Odd pink snow in the Alps is pretty, but it might be a red flag - CNET

  09-07-2020 21:23
  
  More "watermelon snow" in the Alps could be a sign of fast-melting ice.
  
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• Apple releases iOS 14 public beta

  09-07-2020 21:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple today released iOS 14 public beta, which is the newest version of the iPhone’s operating system. Users enrolled in Apple’s beta program can try it out now, but beware, it’s a beta, so don’t install it on a “mission critical” iPhone. Use a test iPhone or wait for the official release of iOS 14 in a few months.
  iOS 14 public beta
  Kif Leswing for CNBC:This version of iOS isn’t for everyone — as beta software, it’s got bugs in it, and many
  
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• Subaru Crosstrek gets a bigger engine and a tiny price bump for 2021 - Roadshow

  09-07-2020 21:20
  
  The bigger engine isn't available with a manual transmission though. Bummer.
  
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• iPadOS 14 FAQ: All the new features in the Public Beta

  09-07-2020 21:17 via macworld.com
  
  Later this fall, Apple will launch a brand new version of iPadOS that brings a bunch of new changes to its iconic tablet. Here’s everything that you’re getting, how to get it, and whether your iPad will be able to get it.Update 07/09/20: Apple has released Public Beta 2 of iPadOS 14.What are the new features?
  App design
  The biggest change you’re going to see on your iPad is with apps. Apple is bringing a refined design language to the iPad, with sidebars, pull-down menus, and
  
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• PlayStation shares a first look at Spider-Man PS5 game - CNET

  09-07-2020 21:13
  
  The Miles Morales cover art has been revealed.
  
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• Verizon extends discounted internet plans through 2020 - CNET

  09-07-2020 21:06
  
  Fios customers who qualify for the US government-backed Lifeline program will receive a $20 discount on their internet bill through the rest of the year.
  
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• The best smart lock for 2020: August, Schlage and more - CNET

  09-07-2020 21:05
  
  Ready to go keyless in 2020? These smart locks are our best bets for bringing your front door online.
  
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• Amazon's The Boys season 2: New trailers, cast, plot and release date - CNET

  09-07-2020 20:55
  
  See the new trailer for Amazon Prime's dysfunctional superhero series The Boys starring Karl Urban. Plus, everything else you need to know before season 2 starts on Sept. 4.
  
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• tvOS 14: Apple releases the first Public Beta, here's how to get it

  09-07-2020 20:35 via macworld.com
  
  Apple’s tvOS isn’t its most popular operating system, but if you have an Apple TV, you definitely care about what each major new version brings.With tvOS 13 (and subsequent point releases) we got a lot of big features like interface changes, Xbox and PlayStation controller support, multiple users, and Control Center. By comparison, the features coming in tvOS 14 are minor, but sometimes the little things makes all the difference. Here’s what you can expect when tvOS 14 launche
  
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• AI wants to make your writing more polite - CNET

  09-07-2020 20:33
  
  Carnegie Mellon University scientists come up with a technique that automatically makes communication better mannered, thank you very much.
  
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• Belkin Launches New Special Edition Boost Wireless Chargers

  09-07-2020 20:32 via macrumors.com
  
  Belkin today added to its lineup of wireless chargers with a range of new special Boost Charge wireless charging options.The Boost Charge 3-in-1 Wireless Charger Special Edition, priced at $130, allows the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods to be charged at the same time. There's an upright charger for the ‌iPhone‌, a charging puck for the ‌Apple Watch‌, and then the ‌AirPods‌ charge right behind the ‌Apple Watch‌ in a dedicated charging space.
  The design of
  
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• Charlize Theron's The Old Guard invades Netflix - CNET

  09-07-2020 20:28
  
  The new action film focuses on a tight-knit group of mercenaries who happen to be immortal.
  
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• Nokia launches data center networking tools, developed with Apple

  09-07-2020 20:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Nokia on Thursday launched a set of tools for data center networking, developed in cooperation with Apple, designed to help companies to manage the growth in traffic as 5G and machine learning technologies roll out.
  Adam Bechtel, Vice President and Networking lead at Apple, said, “We regularly upgrade our data center equipment with technology to increase efficiency and reduce energy consumption. Using Nokia’s new system will enable better networking and routing capabilities in our Vi
  
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• NASA warns conditions are ripe for a severe Amazon fire season - CNET

  09-07-2020 20:20
  
  This is bad news, especially after the devastation in the Amazon rainforest in 2019.
  
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• Images of new OnePlus Nord reportedly leak online - CNET

  09-07-2020 20:12
  
  Less than two weeks ahead of the phone's expected arrival, purportedly leaked images show a sleek, quad-camera design.
  
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• Apple Updates iWork Apps for Mac for iBooks Author Transition, YouTube and Vimeo Embeds [Update: iWork for iOS Apps Updated Too]

  09-07-2020 20:06 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today updated its iWork apps for the Mac to version 10.1, introducing new features for Pages, Keynote, and Numbers.
  The Pages app now supports importing books from iBooks Author, which Apple discontinued and removed from the App Store on July 1. The update app also allows videos from YouTube and Vimeo to be played right in documents, with release notes below.- Play YouTube and Vimeo videos right in your documents.
  - Easily add captions and titles to images, videos, shapes, and other object
  
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• Disney Plus to release Hamilton special Friday interviewing cast, director - CNET

  09-07-2020 19:56
  
  The remote interviews with Hamilton's cast, creators and a history expert discuss the show's creation, behind-the-scenes memories and its historical context and impact.
  
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• A $14 set of Cuisinart knives plus more kitchen deals from Macy's Black Friday in July sale - CNET

  09-07-2020 19:54
  
  Deals on a KitchenAid mixer, an Instant Pot, enameled cast iron and more are happening now.
  
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• How to install the iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 public beta

  09-07-2020 19:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Excited about the new features and changes in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 and want to give it a try? Read along for how to install the iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 free public beta.more…
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• [Update: iOS apps] Apple updates iWork for Mac with YouTube and Vimeo integration, more

  09-07-2020 19:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple is rolling out updates today to the iWork apps for Mac. These updates bring YouTube and Vimeo integration to Numbers and Pages, in addition to captions and titles to images, videos, and more.more…
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• Apple releases iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 Public Beta—here's how to get it

  09-07-2020 19:47 via macworld.com
  
  We’ve told you about the many big changes and new features in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14, including an awesome new redesign of the home screen with Widgets and the App Library. For the last several years, Apple has made its operating systems available in a public beta, so you can kick the tires and help find bugs before its release in the fall.If you’re interested in running the iOS 14 or iPadOS 14 public beta, here’s how you get it.To read this article in full, please cli
  
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• Apple releases iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 Public Beta 2—here's how to get it

  09-07-2020 19:47 via macworld.com
  
  We’ve told you about the many big changes and new features in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14, including an awesome new redesign of the home screen with Widgets and the App Library. For the last several years, Apple has made its operating systems available in a public beta, so you can kick the tires and help find bugs before its release in the fall.If you’re interested in running the iOS 14 or iPadOS 14 public beta, here’s how you get it.To read this article in full, please cli
  
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• 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series has an insanely big wing - Roadshow

  09-07-2020 19:40
  
  The GT Black Series will allegedly have over 700 horsepower and a sub-7-minute Nürburgring time.
  
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• 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series revealed in official video - Roadshow

  09-07-2020 19:30
  
  The top dog of the AMG GT lineup has a crazy body kit and an absolutely massive wing.
  
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• Hyundai Venue gets a clutchless 6-speed manual in India, and we're very jealous - Roadshow

  09-07-2020 19:29
  
  The Intelligent Manual Transmission system operates just like a normal manual transmission, but has a computer-controlled clutch.
  
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• Apple releases iOS 13.6 GM to developers with Apple News Audio, CarKey support, more

  09-07-2020 19:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple has made the iOS 13.6 golden master available to developers today. The update comes with new features like improved support for downloading and installing system updates, the all-new Apple News+ Audio content, as well as the exciting CarKey feature.more…
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• Apple makes iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 available for public beta testing - CNET

  09-07-2020 19:27
  
  Warning: These aren't finished versions coming this fall.
  
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• Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 to Public Beta Testers

  09-07-2020 19:14 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded the first public betas of upcoming iOS and iPadOS 14 updates to its public beta testing group, two weeks after first providing the updates to developers after the WWDC keynote and a day after seeding the second developer betas.Public beta testers who have signed up for Apple's beta testing program can download the iOS/‌iPadOS‌ 14 updates over the air after installing the proper certificate from the Public Beta website on an iOS device, with instructions available in
  
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• Apple Seeds GM Betas of iOS and iPadOS 13.6 to Developers for Testing Purposes [Update: Public Beta Available]

  09-07-2020 19:13 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded the final betas of upcoming iOS and iPadOS 13.6 updates to developers, a week and a half after seeding the third betas and over a month after releasing iOS/‌iPadOS‌ 13.5 with Exposure Notification API, Face ID updates, Group FaceTime changes, and more.
  iOS and ‌iPadOS‌ 13.6 can be downloaded from the Apple Developer Center or over the air once the proper developer profile has been installed.
  The iOS 13.6 update adds a toggle for customizing software updates
  
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• Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 14 to Public Beta Testers

  09-07-2020 19:12 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded the first beta of an upcoming tvOS 14 software update to its public beta testing group, allowing non-developers to try the software ahead of its fall public release.
  Public beta testers can download the new update by opening up the Settings app on the Apple TV, navigating to the Software Updates section under "System" and then toggling on "Get Public Beta Updates" after signing up to beta test on Apple's public beta website.
  ‌tvOS 14‌ brings a new Picture in Picture
  
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• Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of Upcoming macOS Catalina 10.15.6 Update to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]

  09-07-2020 19:11 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded the fourth beta of an upcoming macOS Catalina 10.15.6 update to developers for testing purposes, a week and a half releasing the third beta and over a month after releasing macOS Catalina 10.15.5 with battery health management features for Macs.
  The ‌macOS Catalina‌ 10.15.6 beta can be downloaded from the Software Update mechanism in System Preferences after the proper profile has been installed from the Apple Developer Center.There's no word yet on what improvements
  
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• Apple Seeds GM Version of watchOS 6.2.8 to Developers

  09-07-2020 19:10 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded the golden master version of an upcoming watchOS 6.2.8 update to developers, a week and a half after releasing the third beta and a over month after releasing the watchOS 6.2.5 update with new Pride Apple Watch faces.
  watchOS 6.2.8 can be downloaded for free through the dedicated ‌‌‌‌Apple Watch‌‌‌‌ app on the iPhone by going to General > Software Update.To install the new software, the ‌‌‌‌Apple Watch‌‌&
  
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• Apple Seeds GM Version of tvOS 13.4.8 Update to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]

  09-07-2020 19:09 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded the golden master version of an upcoming tvOS 13.4.8 update to developers for testing purposes, a week and a half after seeding the third tvOS 13.4.8 beta and more a month after the release of the tvOS 13.4.5 update. The GM version represents the final version of tvOS 13.4.8 that will be released to the public.Designed for the fourth and fifth-generation Apple TV models, the tvOS 13.4.8 beta can be downloaded onto the ‌Apple TV‌ through a profile that's installed usi
  
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• 2021 Toyota Corolla Cross is a pug-nosed crossover that's likely coming to the US - Roadshow

  09-07-2020 18:59
  
  This new Corolla-based SUV has rugged looks and an optional hybrid powertrain.
  
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• 2021 Toyota Corolla Cross is a new compact SUV with an optional hybrid engine - Roadshow

  09-07-2020 18:59
  
  Based on the Corolla (obviously), the Corolla Cross may come to the US.
  
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• Apple releasing iOS 14 public beta today with redesigned home screen, widgets, more

  09-07-2020 18:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple will release the first public beta of iOS 14 to testers today. iOS 14 brings new features such as widgets, the App Library, and more. The iOS 14 public beta will be available this afternoon for testers.
  Update: The first public betas of iOS 14, iPadOS 14, and tvOS 14 are now available. macOS 11 Big Sur and watchOS 7 are not yet available to public beta users.more…
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• Apple updates coding programs and resources for educators and students

  09-07-2020 18:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple today announced a new set of tools to help educators teach coding to students from grade school to college. In addition to significant enhancements to the Develop in Swift and Everyone Can Code curricula, Apple is also starting a new professional learning course for Develop in Swift, available to educators at no cost. The course is designed to supplement the need for computer science educators in the US, and helps instructors of all skill levels build foundational knowledge to teach app de
  
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