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• The Nintendo Switch is actually in stock, including the Animal Crossing special edition - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:59
  
  Here are the latest details on where you can buy the red-hot $300 console online.
  
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• 31 best movies to watch on Disney Plus - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:58
  
  Looking for something other than Marvel and Star Wars? Let's round up the best gems on Disney Plus.
  
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• 31 best movies to watch on Netflix - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:53
  
  Not sure what to watch tonight? Here are some of the best movies Netflix has to offer.
  
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• App Store gives Apple ‘monopoly power’ over iOS apps, US House antitrust report says [U: Apple responds]

  06-10-2020 23:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Democratic Subcommittee on the U.S. House Judiciary today shared its recommendations to change antitrust laws and prevent anti-competitive practices by big companies like Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, and Facebook. This follows a 16-month investigation into these companies to reform the laws in the digital age.more…
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• Facebook takes a tougher stance against QAnon content - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:33
  
  The social network is pulling down QAnon Facebook pages, groups and Instagram accounts.
  
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• Trump has COVID-19: What this means for the presidential debates - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:30
  
  Will the candidates meet up for another fight?
  
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• Save 15% on a Raptic Titan XL and be ready for your next power failure or camping trip - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:24
  
  This 497 watt-hour power station can recharge your laptop 10 times or keep your phone running for a month.
  
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• House lawmakers says Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple abused monopoly power - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:15
  
  The report says the tech giants "run the marketplace while also competing in it."
  
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• The best sunrise alarm clocks for 2020 - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:08
  
  If you're tired of being jolted awake by beeping, try waking up to a faux-sunrise inside your bedroom.
  
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• Guitar great Eddie Van Halen dead at 65: 'Heaven will be electric tonight' - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:06
  
  Sammy Hagar, Lenny Kravitz and other musicians, plus countless fans, pay tribute after Van Halen's son Wolfgang confirms the news on Twitter.
  
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• The best speakers for 2020: Bose, Sonos, Yamaha, Vizio and more compared - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:04
  
  Whether you're looking for a Bluetooth speaker, a soundbar or a full surround set for your home theater, these are the best speakers for the money.
  
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• Best college laptop for 2020: Apple, Microsoft, Dell and more - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:03
  
  Find an affordable laptop for every type of student.
  
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• U.S. Antitrust Committee Likens Tech Companies Including Apple to 'Oil Barons and Railroad Tycoons'

  06-10-2020 23:02 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple, Facebook, Google, and Amazon have been the subject of an ongoing antitrust investigation conducted by the U.S. House Judiciary Antitrust Subcommittee, which today said the tech companies "have become the kinds of monopolies we last saw in the era of oil barons and railroad tycoons."
  As outlined by CNBC, the subcommittee has released a 450 page report [PDF] highlighting findings from multiple hearings (including one with of the CEOs from each company), interviews, and more than 1.3 million
  
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• The best neck gaiters to buy for 2020 - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:02
  
  Whether you're looking for outdoor protection or a face covering, these are your best options.
  
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• Best thermometer for cold and flu - CNET

  06-10-2020 23:02
  
  When a flu or virus strikes, you're going to want one of these thermometers.
  
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• US Labor Department is examining Microsoft's initiative to hire more Black employees - CNET

  06-10-2020 22:55
  
  The department suggests the tech giant may be participating in "unlawful discrimination on the basis of race."
  
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• How much will the iPhone 12 cost? - CNET

  06-10-2020 22:53
  
  With four iPhone models expected, prices may range from $649 to $1,100
  
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• Sorry, there aren’t any secrets embedded in Apple's iPhone event invite—or are there?

  06-10-2020 22:51 via macworld.com
  
  As the dawn of another Apple iPhone event draws near, two things are certain: We’ll get a last-minute leak that reveals everything and Apple’s invitation design doesn’t hold a single clue as to what’s coming.Every year it’s the same thing. We all analyze and try to guess what the design means and why Apple chose the specific shapes, colors, and patterns that it did, and every year Apple proves us wrong. We can try our best to shoehorn the things we see into the thi
  
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• House Democrats say Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, and Facebook enjoy ‘monopoly power’

  06-10-2020 22:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After a 16-month antitrust investigation into competitive practices at Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, and Facebook, the U.S. House of Representatives’ Judiciary subcommittee on antitrust has released its findings and recommendations on how to reform laws to fit the digital age.
  The report concludes that the four “Big Tech” companies enjoy monopoly power and suggest Congress take up changes to antitrust laws that could result in parts of their businesses being separated. Republicans h
  
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• Kamala Harris walks a fine line with tech industry as VP debate nears - CNET

  06-10-2020 22:41
  
  The vice presidential hopeful and former prosecutor has ties to Silicon Valley, but that doesn't mean she'll go easy on it.
  
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• Facebook exec says ad-based businesses are ‘under assault’ by Apple’s privacy changes

  06-10-2020 22:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Facebook has been complaining about Apple since the company introduced a new privacy feature in the iOS 14 beta that forces developers to ask users before tracking them across the web. David Fischer, Facebook’s chief revenue officer, now said that every business based on advertising is “under assault” by the changes imposed by Apple.more…
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• Congress says Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple abused monopoly power - CNET

  06-10-2020 22:32
  
  The report says the tech giants "run the marketplace while also competing in it."
  
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• Movie theaters 'may not survive' coronavirus, say Clint Eastwood and other filmmakers - CNET

  06-10-2020 22:29
  
  "We fear for their future," movie industry groups say in open letter to Congress.
  
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• Eddie Van Halen has died at age 65 - CNET

  06-10-2020 22:13
  
  Van Halen's son, Wolfgang, confirmed the news on Twitter.
  
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• New Prime Day 2020 deals: Toshiba 55-inch TV, Rick and Morty, Blink Mini and more - CNET

  06-10-2020 22:08
  
  With a week to go, Amazon is still rolling out early deals on all kinds of stuff.
  
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• Apple TV+ orders ‘The Supermodels’ documentary series

  06-10-2020 22:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple TV+ has ordered “The Supermodels,” an unparalleled event docuseries that will feature exclusive access to and interviews with Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista and Christy Turlington, who will revisit their iconic modeling careers and collective disruption of the ‘90s fashion scene, which continues to reverberate today. Hailing from Imagine Documentaries, the project will be directed and executive produced by two-time Academy Award winner Barbara Kopple (&
  
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• Trump says COVID-19 stimulus negotiations are over until after the election - CNET

  06-10-2020 21:55
  
  The president says after he is reelected on Nov. 3, Congress "will pass a major stimulus bill."
  
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• Ducati unveils adaptive cruise control, blind spot warning on Multistrada V4 - Roadshow

  06-10-2020 21:30
  
  This is the first production bike to receive these kinds of advanced rider aids.
  
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• Chastity cage security flaw could let hackers lock up your penis - CNET

  06-10-2020 21:30
  
  It's one thing to lock up your junk by choice. It's another to have it slammed shut by someone you didn't hand the keys to.
  
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• Apple to officially kick off the 5G wireless era with new iPhones next week

  06-10-2020 21:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple is poised to officially kick off the 5G wireless era next week with its range of iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro models, set for unveiling on October 13th.
  Apple announces ‘Hi, Speed’ special event on October 13th
  Patrick Seitz for Investor’s Business Daily:Apple titled next week’s event “Hi, Speed,” a cheeky reference to the high-speed capabilities of the 5G iPhones. The company did not specify what it plans to announce, but analysts widely expect the iPhon
  
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• Get ready for the iPhone 12 announcement with these stunning Apple event wallpapers

  06-10-2020 20:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Prolific artist AR7 has once again released wallpapers inspired by the Apple event artwork. The iPhone 12 event was officially announced earlier today and will be held on October 13 with a livestream from Apple Park.
  You can get hyped for the event by dressing up your soon-to-be-obsolete iPhone with AR7’s stunning wallpapers based on the event invite art. Download the appropriately sized image for your device from Google Drive here.more…
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• How to Watch Apple's iPhone 12 Event on October 13, 2020

  06-10-2020 20:49 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple this morning announced a second 2020 event, which is set to take place on Tuesday, October 13 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time through a livestream. Apple is expected to unveil the new iPhone 12 lineup and we could also see the launch of rumored products like the AirTags, smaller HomePod, AirPods Studio, and Apple Silicon Macs.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  There are multiple ways to watch the event on October 13, with details listed below. We've also included a usef
  
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• Polestar 2 EPA-estimated range falls short of previous calculations - Roadshow

  06-10-2020 20:28
  
  Polestar thought the EV would do 250 miles to a charge, but the EPA found the 2 won't do that.
  
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• Is a Mavic Mini 2 coming soon? All signs point to YES

  06-10-2020 20:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  There’s a lot of speculation today that DJI may be gearing up for a Mavic Mini 2. There’s a relevant patent, and some other pretty convincing evidence to back up the theory — even an official but blurry look at the new drone.more…
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• Apple expected to unveil four new 5G iPhones on October 13th

  06-10-2020 20:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple announced that its biggest product launch event of the year will be held October 13th to unveil a slew of 5G iPhones. The Cupertino colossus on Tuesday released the date and time of the event with the tagline “Hi, Speed.”
  iPhone 12 renders (image via svetapple.sk)
  Mark Gurman for Bloomberg:The company plans to reveal four redesigned iPhones with 5G wireless capability, upgraded cameras, faster processors and a wider range of screen sizes… The introduction of the new iPho
  
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• Documentary Series 'The Supermodels' Coming to Apple TV+

  06-10-2020 20:13 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple has ordered "The Supermodels," a documentary event series that explores the careers of high-profile models that include Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista, and Christy Turlington.
  According to Apple, the docuseries will feature "exclusive access" and interviews with the models, who plan to revisit their careers and the "collective disruption of the 90s fashion scene.""The Supermodels" travels back to the 1980s, when four women from different corners of the world united in Ne
  
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• Billion-year-old Mars sand dunes let scientists peek into planet's windy past - CNET

  06-10-2020 20:06
  
  It wasn't any more pleasant on Mars a billion years ago.
  
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• Trump's vitals 'remain stable,' says White House doctor - CNET

  06-10-2020 20:02
  
  After spending time in the hospital, the president had a restful first night back at the White House, says his physician.
  
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• iPhone 12 rumors: Launch date is Oct. 13 at next Apple event - CNET

  06-10-2020 19:59
  
  Ten standout rumors we've heard about the upcoming iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max and perhaps even the iPhone 12 Mini.
  
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• SpaceX launches 60 more Starlink satellites, breaks 'Scrubtober' delay streak - CNET

  06-10-2020 19:50
  
  After multiple postponements, the latest batch of broadband satellites is finally on its way to orbit.
  
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• iPhone 12 launch date: Apple's virtual event for its expected 5G smartphone is Oct. 13 - CNET

  06-10-2020 19:33
  
  The iPhone maker's biggest event of the year shifts online as the coronavirus rages across the globe.
  
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• How to watch Apple’s ‘Hi, Speed’ iPhone 12 event on YouTube

  06-10-2020 19:31 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Just after announcing the iPhone 12 event, Apple has published the placeholder for the “Hi, Speed” live stream. Here’s how to set a reminder and watch the iPhone 12 event on YouTube.more…
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• Florida investigating voter registration site outage, extends deadline - CNET

  06-10-2020 19:27
  
  The voter registration website for the crucial swing state was down for seven hours and was hit with 1.1 million requests an hour.
  
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• Apple Adding iPhone 5c to Vintage Products List on October 31

  06-10-2020 19:15 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple plans to add the iPhone 5c and the Mid 2014 version of the 15-inch MacBook Pro to its vintage and obsolete products list in all countries on October 31, according to an internal memo obtained by MacRumors.
  In the past, vintage Apple products were no longer eligible for repairs at the Genius Bar or at Apple Authorized Service Providers, but Apple began offering extended repairs of select vintage products in 2018. Both the iPhone 5c and the Mid 2014 model 15-inch MacBook Pro will remain elig
  
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• The Rivian R1T electric pickup is running in the Rebelle Rally - Roadshow

  06-10-2020 19:14
  
  And Roadshow's own Emme Hall will be at the wheel.
  
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• iPhone assemblers gain approval for $143 billion India manufacturing plan

  06-10-2020 19:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Major iPhone assemblers for Apple Inc. were among 16 companies that won approval to manufacture products in India under a plan aimed at attracting investment of more than 10.5 trillion rupees ($143 billion) over the next five years for smartphone production.
  The logo of electronics contract manufacturer Foxconn Technology Group, formally known as Hon Hai Precision Industry, is displayed at its headquarters in Taipei. Photo: Agence France-Presse
  Ragini Saxena and Swansy Afonso for Bloomberg News:
  
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• iPhone 12, AirPods Studio: What else could Apple announce on Oct. 13? - CNET

  06-10-2020 19:01
  
  Apple just announced another virtual event, happening Oct. 13. And there are still a few products we're waiting to see.
  
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• Baldur's Gate 3: Old-school D&D meets modern strategy - CNET

  06-10-2020 19:00
  
  The long-awaited roleplaying game sequel pays homage to the originals, but feels very different.
  
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• Arlo debuts refreshed Ultra 2 cameras with HomeKit alongside new Pro 4 lineup

  06-10-2020 18:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Today Arlo is expanding its stable of smart security cameras with a new pair of offerings headlined by the HomeKit-enabled Ultra 2. There’s also the latest Pro 4 system, both of which enter with new connectivity centered around Wi-Fi that ditches the base stations that have been required from the brand’s security offerings in the past. Alongside up to 4K recording and integrated spotlights, there are also more affordable price tags this time around. Head below for all the details on
  
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• Apple’s ‘Hi, Speed’ iPhone 12 invite sparks speculation: Midnight Blue, 5G, AirTags, more

  06-10-2020 18:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple has confirmed its iPhone 12 event for next Tuesday, October 13, at 10 a.m. PT. The tagline for this year’s event is “Hi, Speed,” and paired with the accompanying graphic, it’s already sparking quite a bit of speculation about what Apple could have in store for the event.more…
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