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• The best Labor Day deals still available: Lenovo laptops, an LG OLED TV, robovacuums and more - CNET

  08-09-2020 23:47
  
  The sales continue with a good deal on Sling TV, a free Echo Show 5 with a Ring doorbell, a Polk soundbar for $179 and more.
  
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• Save $140: Harman Kardon smart speaker on sale for just $90 - CNET

  08-09-2020 23:45
  
  Or get a smaller discount on a smaller speaker from JBL.
  
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• Epic Games v. Apple: Apple files a counterclaim against Epic seeking punitive damages

  08-09-2020 23:26 via macworld.com
  
  Update 09/08/20:  Apple’s latest court filing seeks damages from Epic Games and makes counterclaims of “unjust enrichment” and “tortious interference” between Apple and its customers.The latest: Apple files counterclaims
  Ahead of the first court hearing on September 28, Apple has filed counterclaims against Epic Games. Apple alleges “unjust enrichment” and claiming Epic intended to interfere with Apple’s relationship with its customers. To th
  
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• Apple will begin producing 5G iPhones in mid-September, report says - CNET

  08-09-2020 22:57
  
  Mass production is slated to take place between late September and early October, according to the Nikkei Asian Review.
  
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• Will Smith announces Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reboot on Peacock - CNET

  08-09-2020 22:43
  
  The streaming service has approved two full seasons of the show.
  
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• Apple TV app rolls out to Vizio Smart TVs, including 3 months free promotion

  08-09-2020 22:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Owners of Vizio Smart TVs will now have access to the Apple TV app, which includes Apple TV+, Apple TV Channels, and also movies and TV shows for purchase and rental. The app is being released as of today for Vizio’s SmartCast-enabled TV.more…
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• 2022 Hyundai Tucson sports bold new look amid rigorous testing - Roadshow

  08-09-2020 22:26
  
  Boy, that new face even looks good with camouflage on it.
  
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• T-Mobile used a 5G-connected robot to give someone a tattoo - CNET

  08-09-2020 22:19
  
  The artist drew the design on a mannequin arm while a robot copied his motions with a needle on a real arm.
  
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• VIZIO launches the Apple TV app on SmartCast TVs

  08-09-2020 22:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  VIZIO today announced that customers in the U.S. and Canada can now access the Apple TV app on SmartCast TVs to enjoy Apple TV+, Apple TV Channels, new and popular movies, and personalized and curated recommendations. For a limited time, eligible VIZIO SmartCast customers in the US can sign up for Apple TV+ and receive three months free. (This offer for VIZIO customers with 2016 or later SmartCast TVs enabled with SmartCast Home is available to new Apple TV+ subscribers only and ends October 16.
  
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• Apple asks court to make Epic pay damages in Fortnite lawsuit - CNET

  08-09-2020 22:00
  
  The tech giant's latest legal filing discusses size of the app store and money Epic's made from Fortnite for iPhone and iPad.
  
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• Verizon's LTE speeds rival 5G speeds on AT&T and T-Mobile, analyst says - CNET

  08-09-2020 21:46
  
  Verizon's fastest median 5G download speed in the report was 255Mbps, compared to T-Mobile's 83Mbps.
  
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• iPhone 12 rumors: Apple likely to launch new 5G iPhone in October - CNET

  08-09-2020 21:39
  
  Ten standout rumors we've heard about the upcoming iPhone 12, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max.
  
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• Apple Accuses Epic Games of 'Willful, Brazen, and Unlawful Conduct' in Countersuit Asking for Breach of Contract Damages

  08-09-2020 21:29 via macrumors.com
  
  As Apple and Epic Games prepare for a hearing on a preliminary injunction to decide whether Fortnite will be allowed back on the App Store as the legal battle between the two companies plays out, Apple has filed a countersuit against Epic requesting damages for breach of contract.
  In a court filing today, Apple says that Epic's lawsuit is "nothing more than a basic disagreement over money," highlighting the revenue that Epic Games has earned through the Fortnite iOS app and Apple's developer too
  
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• Apple sues Fortnite-maker Epic Games for damages

  08-09-2020 21:28 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  On Tuesday, Apple countersued Fortnite-maker Epic Games asking for lost App Store fees and other damages while seeking an order to stop the game maker from operating its own in-app payment system.
  Epic Games’ Fortnite violated Apple’s App Store guidelines
  Stephen Nellis for Reuters:Apple and Epic have been in a legal battle since August, when the maker of the popular game launched its own in-app payment system to circumvent what it called Apple’s monopolistic practices. Apple&r
  
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• The Golden Girls recast with Black actors for one-night performance - CNET

  08-09-2020 21:17
  
  Alfre Woodard, Tracee Ellis Ross, Sanaa Lathan and Regina King will play the famed Florida senior citizens.
  
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• DJI Osmo Mobile 3 smartphone gimbal is on sale for $98 - CNET

  08-09-2020 21:14
  
  That's not the lowest price ever, but it's close.
  
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• Apple countersues Epic Games for damages in latest escalation of Fortnite/App Store battle

  08-09-2020 21:04 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  As the battle between Epic Games and Apple continues on, the latter has officially filed a countersuit against the Fortnite developer asking for damages over the breach of its developer contract. In the new court filing, Apple says Epic isn’t the “modern corporate Robin Hood” that it claims to be.more…
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• The best home security cameras that run on batteries to buy in 2020 - CNET

  08-09-2020 21:01
  
  Want a security camera that can go pretty much anywhere? Here are your best options.
  
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• I use this piece of camping equipment every morning at home - CNET

  08-09-2020 20:53
  
  It's a true love affair.
  
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• Apple’s 5G iPhone is coming – get ready for a ‘paradigm changer’

  08-09-2020 20:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Labor Day weekend is behind us, which means it’s almost time for Apple’s annual iPhone reveal which is expected to happen this year in October due to delays caused by COVID-19 shutdowns. This year’s event is expected to usher in Apple’s first smartphones with 5G capability.
  Apple’s rumored iPhone 12 design
  Connor Smith for MarketWatch:Some bullish analysts think Apple’s 5G iPhone could be a boon for sales. Though 5G phones may not be life-changing for consumer
  
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• Yes, you can use MacBook Pro chargers for iPhone and iPad fast charging

  08-09-2020 20:44 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Recommendations for fast-charging iPhone or iPad often include picking up the $20 18W power adapter from Apple or similar from a third party, but if you already have a higher-powered USB-C charger for your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air, you’re all set.
  Apple’s flagship iPhone 11 Pro Max in Midnight Green
  Michael Potuck for 9to5Mac:Most recent iPhones and iPads work with all of the Mac notebook USB-C chargers, even the 96W model that comes with the 16-inch MacBook Pro. While it may sound
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: September 08, 2020 – Apple announces September 15 special event

  08-09-2020 20:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
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• Get ready for Apple Watch Series 6 to be unveiled on Sept. 15th

  08-09-2020 20:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple will hold an online event on September 15th, where the new Apple Watch Series 6 is expected to be unveiled. The event will be streamed from the company’s website starting at 10am PDT / 1pm EDT.
  watchOS 7 brings new personalization, health, and fitness features to Apple Watch this fall.
  Mark Gurman for Bloomberg News:
  Apple Time Flies Event invitation graphicThe technology giant usually organizes a slick hardware-focused show every fall from its Cupertino, California-based headquarter
  
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• Apple Watch Series 6 Listed as Keyword in Apple's YouTube Event Video

  08-09-2020 20:09 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple this morning announced an upcoming September 15 event, and shared a YouTube placeholder video for the livestream that will be available on that date.
  Metadata for the YouTube video includes several keywords as noted by Guilherme Rambo, and one notable inclusion is a mention of the "Series 6," which is an Apple Watch that does not yet exist.Bloomberg earlier today said that the September 15 event will not be focused on the iPhone as most September events are, with Apple instead planning to
  
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• Apple releases macOS 11 Big Sur public beta 3

  08-09-2020 20:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Two weeks after the second beta of macOS Big Sur, and a few days after seeding the sixth beta to developers, Apple today seeded macOS 11 Big Sur public beta 3 to the company’s public beta testing group.
  macOS 11 Big Sur
  macOS Big Sur, the latest version of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system, introduces a beautiful redesign that is entirely new yet instantly familiar. Safari is packed with new features, including a customizable start page, elegantly designed and more p
  
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• Apple's next online-only launch will be Sept. 15 with Apple Watch, iPad on tap - CNET

  08-09-2020 19:55
  
  Everyone's waiting for the 5G iPhone 12, but Apple's invite sent to reporters hints at its wearable as the focus.
  
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• Apple’s YouTube stream for September event includes reference to Apple Watch Series 6 announcement

  08-09-2020 19:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It’s been a busy morning for Apple news, with the company having officially announced its September 15 event that will reportedly be focused purely on Apple Watch and iPad announcements. Apple has also published a YouTube placeholder stream for the September event, and it includes a clear reference to the Apple Watch Series 6.more…
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• macOS 11 Big Sur Public Beta 3 now available: Here's how to install it

  08-09-2020 19:46 via macworld.com
  
  The next version of the Mac operating system, macOS 11 Big Sur, will be officially released this fall. But you can install and run Big Sur now by joining Apple’s Public Beta program.Interested? Here’s what you need to know about the Public Beta.The latest: Public Beta 3 now available
  Apple released the third version of its macOS Big Sur public beta on Tuesday, September 8. If you installed a previous beta version, you can get the update through Software Update, which is located in S
  
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• Madden NFL 21 adds Colin Kaepernick to player pool - CNET

  08-09-2020 19:44
  
  The update to the EA video game lets you add the free agent quarterback to your team in a couple of different game modes.
  
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• Electric cars will make up 100% of Uber fleet by 2030 in US - Roadshow

  08-09-2020 19:40
  
  General Motors will also sweeten the deal for eligible Uber drivers and provide employee pricing on a Chevy Bolt EV.
  
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• Apple Seeds New Public Beta of macOS Big Sur to Public Beta Testers

  08-09-2020 19:39 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded a new beta of the upcoming macOS 11 Big Sur update to its public beta testing group, allowing non-developers to give the software a try ahead of its public release this fall. The third beta release for public testers comes two weeks after the second beta, and a few days after seeding the sixth beta to developers.
  Beta testers who signed up for Apple's beta testing program can download the macOS Big Sur beta through the Software Update mechanism in System Preferences after inst
  
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• If new iPhones aren’t coming at the annual iPhone event, what will Apple release?

  08-09-2020 19:34 via macworld.com
  
  If there’s one thing we can count on, it’s that Apple will release new iPhones at an event in September. But if you’re expecting to get a look at the iPhone 12 during Apple’s “Time Flies” event on September 15, you may be disappointed.New iPhones are still coming this fall, but they likely aren’t arriving until October due to production issues caused by the pandemic. According to Bloombberg’s Mark Gurman, the annual iPhone event will take place in
  
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• How to watch Apple’s ‘Time Flies’ September event live stream on YouTube

  08-09-2020 19:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple has officially announced its virtual “Time Flies” event for September 15 and the company has already made a live stream placeholder available for it on YouTube. Follow along below for how to set a reminder for the big event.more…
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• Apple, Amazon, Google, and Zigbee Alliance Standard for Smart Home Technology on Track for 2021 Release

  08-09-2020 19:17 via macrumors.com
  
  Last year, Apple, Amazon, Google, and the Zigbee Alliance, which includes Ikea, Samsung, and Philips, announced a new working group known as "Project Connected Home over IP" that set about developing an IP-based open-source connectivity standard for smart home products, with a focus on increased compatibility, security, and simplified development for manufacturers. The group has today announced a major update on the project, stating that development is ongoing, and that work is on track for a 20
  
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• Xbox Series S is officially $299 and ships Nov. 10: Everything we know so far - CNET

  08-09-2020 19:12
  
  Microsoft confirms its price and ship date and posts a video expanding on the design and specifications.
  
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• Xbox Series S will launch Nov. 10 for $299 - CNET

  08-09-2020 18:51
  
  The price and other details were leaked Monday night. Microsoft confirmed the price hours later and then revealed the release date.
  
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• Sept. 15th event reportedly for Apple Watch Series 6, not iPhone 12

  08-09-2020 18:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A new series of reports claim that Apple’s September 15th special online event is for the “Apple Watch Series 6,” and that the “iPhone 12” won’t be announced until October.
  Apple Time Flies Event invitation graphic
  William Gallagher for AppleInsider:Following Apple’s announcement of a September 15 event, a new claim says that it is to exclusively feature the unveiling of the new “Apple Watch Series 6.” While Apple’s September events usu
  
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• Jelly Belly founder giving away candy factory in hunt for gold tickets - CNET

  08-09-2020 18:45
  
  Real-life Willy Wonka is hiding a winning ticket in each US state.
  
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• Google's Verified Calls lets you know why a business is calling before you answer - CNET

  08-09-2020 18:41
  
  The new feature is rolling out for Android devices in the Phone app.
  
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• Deals: 27-Inch iMac Sale Hits Amazon With Up to $129 Off Latest 2020 Model

  08-09-2020 18:39 via macrumors.com
  
  Amazon today has a deal on Apple's new 27-inch iMac, offering up to $129 off on 512GB models. These are the models that Apple just launched last month with updated 10th-generation Intel processor options and True Tone displays.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.The sale includes the 27-inch iMac with a 3.3GHz 6-core 10th generation Intel Core i5 process
  
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• Apple TV App Now Available on VIZIO SmartCast TVs in U.S. and Canada With Free Three-Month Apple TV+ Offer

  08-09-2020 18:32 via macrumors.com
  
  VIZIO today announced that the Apple TV app is now available on its 2016 and newer SmartCast TVs in the United States and Canada.The Apple TV app allows users to stream TV shows and movies from Apple TV+, à-la-carte Apple TV Channels, and their iTunes libraries, as well as buy or rent more than 100,000 shows and movies from the iTunes Store.
  From today until October 16, eligible VIZIO SmartCast TV owners in the United States can sign up for Apple TV+ and receive three months free.The Appl
  
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• Maybe the Xbox Series S is all you need - CNET

  08-09-2020 18:23
  
  The Xbox Series S shows the ever-shrinking future of game consoles: Smaller, disc-free and with big pipes.
  
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• Apple’s event calendar: The next big reveal is on September 15

  08-09-2020 18:23 via macworld.com
  
  Updated 09/08/20: Apple has sent out invitations to an event on September 15 at 10am PDT.Apple doesn’t often participate in big industry-wide events like CES or E3. The most valuable company in the world holds its own events, thank you very much. Several times a year, Apple invites the press and industry professionals out to a theater to hear all about its latest products and services. Apple calls these “Special Events,” and streams them online to its millions o
  
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• Nasdaq slides as tech rout deepens; Apple down, Tesla hits three-week low

  08-09-2020 18:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Nasdaq tumbled on Tuesday as investors dumped high-flying technology stocks, while Tesla tracked its worst day in nearly six months after a surprise exclusion from the S&P 500.
  Reuters:All eleven major S&P sectors fell in early trading, with declines worsening after news on Friday that SoftBank made significant option purchases during the run-up in U.S. stocks.
  Energy, financial and information technology stocks were among the biggest decliners.
  “To see a period of carnage is r
  
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• Download these Apple September event-inspired iPhone wallpapers

  08-09-2020 18:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  On the heels of Apple officially announcing its “Time Flies” September event, AR7 has released some sharp new iPhone wallpapers based on the September event’s blue logo. Head below to download the new artwork.more…
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• 2020 Chevy Corvette subject to another frunk recall - Roadshow

  08-09-2020 18:11
  
  The front hood can open unexpectedly if drivers don't realize it's not closed the entire way.
  
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• Motorola Razr 5G leak reveals foldable phone's 48-megapixel camera - CNET

  08-09-2020 18:09
  
  The updated phone has a better processor, superior battery and costs 1,500 euros, according to WinFuture.
  
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• Bloomberg: Apple September event focused on iPad and Apple Watch, iPhone 12 won’t be announced until October

  08-09-2020 18:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple just announced its next special event for September 15, inviting people to tune in virtually through the Apple website. While the assumption was that the event would include the iPhone 12 announcement, Bloomberg now reports that the September event will instead focus on Apple Watch and iPad announcements.more…
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• Stunning find in Egypt: Trove of sealed 2,500-year-old human coffins - CNET

  08-09-2020 17:59
  
  Egyptian authorities hint this "is only the beginning."
  
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• Save on MacBook Air, Twelve South Accessories, and Samsung SSDs in today’s best deals

  08-09-2020 17:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break delivers notable deals on MacBooks, plus you can save on a wide range of Twelve South accessories, and Samsung’s latest portable SSDs are on sale. Hit the jump for all that and more.more…
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