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• 9 book subscription services for kids and young adults - CNET

  19-10-2020 23:55
  
  Get books delivered to your doorstep to keep your kids occupied and off screens.
  
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• AOC has started a Twitch channel to stream Among Us and 'get out the vote' - CNET

  19-10-2020 23:40
  
  Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wants to use the game and inspire Twitch users to vote.
  
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• iOS 14 home screen customization app Widgetsmith gets major update

  19-10-2020 23:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After iOS 14 arrived last month, Widgetsmith jumped up the App Store charts by offering a nice way to customize your iOS 14 home screen with widgets. Now the app has just added some great new features with its first major update.
  iOS 14 home screen
  Brent Dirks for App Advice:One of the best additions is a wallpaper exporter that allows you to coordinate a background with the widgets.
  You can now also shift a photo’s position within a frame. For analog clock widgets, there are a wide variet
  
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• When a hurricane blows out your internet, a drone can drop an instant network - CNET

  19-10-2020 23:09
  
  New technology like instant Wi-Fi networks and body monitoring sensors are helping first responders in the field save lives.
  
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• Apple releases watchOS 7.0.3 for Apple Watch Series 3

  19-10-2020 23:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If you’re still rocking an Apple Watch Series 3, the mothership has released watchOS 7.0.3 specifically for that model with bug fixes including a nasty one that causes unexpected restarts.
  Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular)
  Malcolm Owen for AppleInsider:Released on Monday, the update is only available for the Apple Watch Series 3, with the Apple Watch Series 4 and later continuing to use watchOS 7.0.2. The update appears to be a targeted fix for problems just for that model.
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• Government warns of remote attack against Windows PCs editing iPhone video

  19-10-2020 22:42 via pcworld.com
  
  The U.S. government is warning users that a vulnerability in how Windows PCs handle an HEVC video codec used by Apple iPhones could be used to take over their PCs.
  
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• Apple Music exec discusses Apple MTV and Bruce Springsteen takeover

  19-10-2020 22:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple today launched Apple Music TV, a free 24-hour curated livestream of popular music videos that will also include “exclusive new music videos and premiers, special curated music video blocks, and live shows and events as well as chart countdowns and guests,” according to the announcement.
  Apple Music TV
  Apple Music TV will be available to U.S. residents only on the Apple Music app and the Apple TV app. It can be found at apple.co/AppleMusicTV and in the browse tab in the Apple Mu
  
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• NASA astronaut wears face mask on ISS to prepare for life back on Earth - CNET

  19-10-2020 22:16
  
  Chris Cassidy spent the last six months in orbit, and he's returning this week to a worsening coronavirus situation.
  
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• Senator says Facebook, Twitter's 'censorship' of NY Post article show they have too much power - CNET

  19-10-2020 22:10
  
  Missouri Republican Josh Hawley made the comments during a virtual conference. Social networks have denied allegations they suppress conservative speech.
  
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• Verizon to buy Bluegrass Cellular in continued push into rural service areas - CNET

  19-10-2020 22:06
  
  As its 5G network rolls out, Verizon aims to expand its Kentucky territory.
  
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• iPhone 12 Pro vs. iPhone 12 Pro Max: Which should you buy?

  19-10-2020 22:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max are similar phones, but with several key differences other than screen size. Read on as we walk through all the differences between iPhone 12 Pro vs. iPhone 12 Pro Max.more…
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• Tesla Model Y recalled for wonky trailer brake lights - Roadshow

  19-10-2020 22:04
  
  Not all Model Y SUVs come with the trailer brake, but a couple thousand need an over-the-air update.
  
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• Used Tesla warranty drops from 4 years to just 1 - Roadshow

  19-10-2020 21:51
  
  Coverage is now limited to just one year or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first.
  
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• Nokia's new Android phone costs less than $200 - CNET

  19-10-2020 21:27
  
  The Nokia 2 V Tella is available on Verizon.
  
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• Apple’s new iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro seeing strong reception

  19-10-2020 21:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple’s new iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro are seeing a strong reception in the early going. Apple began taking preorders for the meat and potatoes 6.1-inch iPhone 12 and the high-end iPhone 12 Pro on Friday; orders for the smaller 5.4-inch iPhone 12 Mini and the flagship 6.7-inch iPhone 12 Pro Max will start on November 6th.
  iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max give pro users everything they want out of their iPhone
  Eric J. Savitz for Barron’s:The influential Taiwan-based analyst Ming-C
  
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• NASA Curiosity rover accidentally cracks Mars rock with its feisty drill - CNET

  19-10-2020 21:06
  
  Sometimes drilling on the red planet doesn't quite go according to plan.
  
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• Best home security cameras for 2020: Arlo, Wyze and more - CNET

  19-10-2020 21:06
  
  These security cameras are our favorites.
  
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• How to see an asteroid make an 'extremely close' pass by Earth - CNET

  19-10-2020 21:05
  
  An observatory is offering a rare chance to see a near-Earth asteroid safely pass us by near the altitude of many artificial satellites.
  
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• Mercedes-Maybach GLS prices make it the most expensive car built in America - Roadshow

  19-10-2020 21:00
  
  That's right, this hulking, leather-lined SUV is built in the USA.
  
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• Hands-On With Apple's MagSafe Charger for iPhone 12

  19-10-2020 20:54 via macrumors.com
  
  Alongside the new iPhone 12 models, Apple introduced a MagSafe charger that attaches to the back of the iPhones using magnets embedded both in the charger and in the iPhone. It allows for speedier charging and paves the way for a portless ‌iPhone‌ in the future. MagSafe chargers are shipping out and are in some Apple retail locations now, and we picked one up to check it out.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  MagSafe isn't a new word for Apple -- it's what the
  
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• Apple’s iPhone 12 live event stream was noticeably missing from Chinese social media

  19-10-2020 20:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple’s live “Hi, Speed” event stream of the iPhone 12 unveiling last Tuesday wasn’t carried by Chinese top social media and video platforms despite tremendous consumer interest.
  With iPhone 12, a sophisticated flat-edge design introduces the Ceramic Shield front cover for the biggest jump in durability ever on iPhone.
  Apple last week announced iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max, introducing a powerful 5G experience and advanced technologies that push the boundaries of i
  
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• Some Apple Watch SE Owners Experiencing Issues With Overheating

  19-10-2020 20:38 via macrumors.com
  
  There may be an issue with the new Apple Watch SE, which some users have found is overheating after a few hours of usage. Several ‌Apple Watch SE‌ owners in South Korea have run into problems, as noted in a Reddit post chronicling the complaints.
  There have been six reports from ‌Apple Watch SE‌ owners in South Korea who have had their Apple Watches get hot and malfunction, with a yellow spot appearing in the upper right corner of the watch.
  All of the owners who have experie
  
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• Fur real! Archeologists discover 2,000-year-old cat doodle carving in Peru - CNET

  19-10-2020 20:31
  
  Pointy-eared kitty sprawls for 121 feet across a hillside in the Nazca desert.
  
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• Luna, a Ring camera drone, new Alexa features: Everything Amazon announced during the fall - CNET

  19-10-2020 20:30
  
  Amazon's smart home brands are getting more powerful -- and independent -- this season, thanks to a Ring flying robot camera, spherical smart speakers and a new cloud-gaming service.
  
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• The best gifts readers need for 2020: iPad vs. Kindle vs. Fire and more - CNET

  19-10-2020 20:29
  
  Save a tree: Read an ebook!
  
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• Instagram faces EU probe over potential exposure of children's contact details - CNET

  19-10-2020 20:29
  
  Ireland's Data Protection Commission has opened two inquiries into Instagram for how it handles children's data.
  
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• These are the best e-bikes for 2020 - CNET

  19-10-2020 20:28
  
  These electric bikes will help you get around while public transit is limited. And we've got picks for almost any budget.
  
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• Best electric toothbrush for 2020: Colgate, Sonicare, Quip and more compared - CNET

  19-10-2020 20:27
  
  From whitening power to gum care, here's how to choose the best electric toothbrush.
  
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• The best 43-inch TVs for 2020 - CNET

  19-10-2020 20:21
  
  Looking for a smaller set for a bedroom or kid's room? Here are our three favorites.
  
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• Apple starts the week with TV show sale from $10: True Blood, LOST, Scooby-Doo, more

  19-10-2020 20:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple is starting the week with a fresh batch of TV show deals offering up to 50% the regular price. You can save on a range of series like True Blood, LOST, Scooby-Doo, Legion, and many more. All of which will become a permanent addition to your library of content. Hit the jump for all of our top picks.more…
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• First unboxing videos offer closer look at blue iPhone 12 and graphite iPhone 12 Pro

  19-10-2020 19:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The first iPhone 12 unboxing videos have started to hit the web today. These videos come from various sources who have access to iPhone 12 shipments ahead of Friday’s public release, and they offer a real-world look at new color options and more.more…
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• watchOS 7.0.3 released for Apple Watch Series 3 with fix for restart bug

  19-10-2020 19:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple has made watchOS 7.0.3 available today for Apple Watch Series 3 users with a patch for an issue with the wearable restarting.more…
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• Apple Releases watchOS 7.0.3 for Apple Watch Series 3 to Fix Unexpected Restart Issue

  19-10-2020 19:50 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today released watchOS 7.0.3, the third update to the watchOS 7 operating system that was released in September. watchOS 7.0.3 comes a week after the release of watchOS 7.0.2, a bug fix update that addressed battery drain.
  ‌‌watchOS 7.0.3 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 needs to have at least 50 percent battery, it needs to be placed on a charger,
  
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• Apple Entrepreneur Camp applications go live for Black founders and devs

  19-10-2020 19:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Part of Apple’s $100 million Racial Justice and Equity Initiative is supporting educational opportunities for Black students and people of color. And that extends beyond the typical classroom and age-range you might imagine. Applications are now open for Apple’s Entrepreneur Camp for Black founders and developers.more…
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• Here’s the deal on the Ultra Wideband U1 chip in Apple’s iPhone 12 and HomePod mini

  19-10-2020 19:25 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple keeps adding the U1 chip to more and more products, including the iPhone 12 family, HomePod mini, and Apple Watch Series 6. The company is clearly amidst an effort to make Ultra Wideband a major feature of its device ecosystem. AppleInsider offers a breakdown of UWB, what it does now, and what it can do for you.
  Apple U1 Ultra Wideband (UWB) chip
  Malcolm Owen for AppleInsider:Commonly referred to as UWB, Ultra Wideband is a wireless protocol for communications, which functions using radio
  
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• US charges Russian hackers over 3 of world's biggest cyberattacks - CNET

  19-10-2020 19:15
  
  The indictment against six Russian military officers digs into hacks that, among other things, caused a power outage in Ukraine and a ransomware hit that cost billions in damages.
  
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• Review: Beats Flex Offer a Great Entry Point to Apple's Wireless Earphone Ecosystem for Just $50

  19-10-2020 19:00 via macrumors.com
  
  One of the announcements last week that flew under the radar since it wasn't explicitly mentioned during Apple's event was the introduction of Beats Flex, new wireless earphones that represent an upgraded version of the previous BeatsX. Not only do Beats Flex come with some upgrades, but they also carry a much lower price of just $49.99, representing the most affordable way to get into Apple's wireless earphone ecosystem.
  The launch of Beats Flex comes at the perfect time, given that Apple has s
  
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• Beats Flex review: Wire aside, better sound than the AirPods for only $50 - CNET

  19-10-2020 19:00
  
  They're not true wireless, but the second-gen BeatsX are affordable neckband-style earphones that offer improved sound and headset performance for voice calls.
  
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• [Update: New features] Widgetsmith brings ultra-customizable widgets to your iOS 14 home screen

  19-10-2020 18:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If one thing is clear following the release of iOS 14, it’s that there was a lot of pent-up demand for home screen widgets on the iPhone. A variety of third-party applications have added home screen widget support over the last several days, but one app has stood out from the rest: Widgetsmith.
  Widgetsmith comes from David Smith, who’s the developer behind several popular Apple Watch and iPhone apps including Watchsmith, Sleep+ +, and Pedometer+ +. The concept of Widgetsmith is that
  
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• NFL 2020: How to watch Chiefs vs. Bills, Cardinals vs. Cowboys on Monday without cable - CNET

  19-10-2020 18:38
  
  You don't need cable to watch Monday's action.
  
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• Tesla ditches its one-week return and refund policy, report says - Roadshow

  19-10-2020 18:21
  
  Tesla has long offered seven days for new owners to return their car with a full refund, but it looks like that's not the case any longer.
  
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• Apple Plans to Enable 5G in Dual SIM Mode With Software Update Later This Year

  19-10-2020 18:20 via macrumors.com
  
  iPhone XS models and newer feature both a physical SIM slot and a digital eSIM, allowing for a feature known as dual SIM, dual standby. This means you can have two lines of service on one iPhone, which is useful for purchasing data-only plans while traveling abroad or having personal and business lines on a single iPhone.
  5G will not be available in Dual SIM mode on the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro at launch, however, according to an internal training document for Apple employees shared on Reddit
  
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• Apple launches free 24-hour music video livestream - CNET

  19-10-2020 18:20
  
  Apple Music TV is pretty much what MTV used to be, according to Variety.
  
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• Hubble spots wild cosmic 'waterspout' as two galaxies get cozy - CNET

  19-10-2020 18:04
  
  I drink your (galactic) milkshake.
  
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• The Mandalorian season 2 primer: Where we left off with Baby Yoda and friends - CNET

  19-10-2020 18:02
  
  Get caught up before the live action Star Wars show returns to Disney Plus on Oct. 30.
  
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• Google smart displays are getting a makeover, dark mode included - CNET

  19-10-2020 18:00
  
  Your Nest Hub screen is about to change up its look.
  
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• Deals: Save big on iPad Pro, Anker iPhone accessories from $11, official iPhone 11/Pro/Max cases, more

  19-10-2020 17:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Today’s best deals include iPad Pro bundles, Anker accessories, and various iPhone 11/Pro/Max cases on sale. Head below for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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• First iPhone 12 Pro unboxing video as Apple starts shipping first preorders

  19-10-2020 17:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The first iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro pre-orders have started shipping out to early buyers. And now we have an early iPhone 12 Pro unboxing video!
  Of course, we’ve seen early shipping many times in prior years, so, if you’re waiting, do not expect your iPhone 12 order to arrive any earlier than the October 23rd official release date.
  iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max give pro users everything they want out of their iPhone
  Chance Miller for 9to5Mac:Apple does not update the shipment
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: October 19, 2020 – iPhone 12 orders, more

  19-10-2020 17:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
  Sponsored by Raptic: Get 20% off the new Raptic Shield cases for iPhone 12 with code 9to5MACiP12.preload=”none”more…
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• Monday deals: Beats alternatives for under $40, deep discounts on PS4 games and more - CNET

  19-10-2020 17:31
  
  The MacBook Air is still at its Prime Day price, too.
  
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