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• 'Electronic skin' stretches, heals itself (and makes me dream of a cyborg future) - CNET

  11-11-2020 23:50
  
  Can I get a full body suit of this stuff?
  
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• Lucasfilm defends Baby Yoda's troubling meal in Mandalorian's latest episode - CNET

  11-11-2020 23:36
  
  The scene on Disney Plus was "intentionally disturbing, for comedic effect" says a Lucasfilm executive.
  
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• The 17 best TV shows to stream on Amazon Prime Video - CNET

  11-11-2020 23:33
  
  Searching for a great show to watch tonight? Let's round up Amazon's best gems.
  
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• Dow Jones lags as Nasdaq surges powered by tech stocks

  11-11-2020 23:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped on a day the Nasdaq fared best amid a tech stocks rally. Apple and Microsoft were the best Dow performers. FAANG stocks Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Google-parent Alphabet all marked gains.Michael Larkin for Investor’s Business Daily:The tech-heavy Nasdaq was the best-performing major index of the day, rising 2%. The index added some room above its 50-day moving average.
  The S&P 500, which features a range of stocks from all parts of th
  
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• 12 of the best TV shows to stream on Disney Plus - CNET

  11-11-2020 23:30
  
  Searching for more great shows like The Mandalorian? Let's round up Disney's best gems.
  
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• 31 best TV shows to see on Hulu - CNET

  11-11-2020 23:25
  
  Looking for a great show to watch tonight? Here are some of the best Hulu has to offer.
  
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• Save over $100 on the popular Roborock S5 Max robot vacuum and mop - CNET

  11-11-2020 23:08
  
  Get this versatile and smart vacuum for $439 shipped.
  
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• The 52 best TV shows to binge-watch on Netflix - CNET

  11-11-2020 23:05
  
  Looking for a great show to binge? Here are some of the best Netflix has to offer.
  
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• Apple TV+ to stream interview with Barack Obama, in latest free episode of The Oprah Conversation

  11-11-2020 22:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Next week, Apple TV+ series ‘The Oprah Conversation’ will feature an interview between Oprah Winfrey and former president Barack Obama. The discussion will revolve around Obama’s upcoming memoir, ‘A Promised Land’.more…
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• Microsoft releasing new Office for Apple M1 Macs beta

  11-11-2020 22:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Today Microsoft announced that it will launch a new Universal build of its Mac Office 2019 beta today that supports Apple’s new M1 Mac mini, MacBook Air, and 13-inch MacBook Pro.
  The new MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini are now powered by M1, Apple’s revolutionary chip.
  By far the most powerful chip Apple has ever made, M1 transforms the Mac experience. With its industry-leading performance per watt, together with macOS Big Sur, M1 delivers up to 3.5x faster CPU, up to
  
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• Author Anthony Horowitz, creator of teen spy Alex Rider, on why books matter - CNET

  11-11-2020 22:42
  
  On CNET's I'm So Obsessed podcast, Horowitz discusses his writing career and the TV series about his unlikely teenage spy, which hits Amazon Prime on Nov. 13.
  
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• The Xbox Series X and the PS5 need to make video games weird and interesting - CNET

  11-11-2020 22:41
  
  Commentary: Hopefully this time round we won't get more of the same.
  
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• Elusive, mysterious sighting of bigfin squid filmed by deep-sea explorers - CNET

  11-11-2020 22:27
  
  Off the coast of Australia, a ghostly apparition with long tentacles drifts through the deep.
  
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• Parallels Desktop for Apple M1 Macs is on the way

  11-11-2020 22:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A version of the Parallels Desktop hardware emulation virtualization software developed expressly for for Apple M1 Macs is in development, Parallels says.
  Parallels Desktop for Mac
  Nick Dobrovolskiy for Parallels:Parallels is excited to see the performance, power efficiency, and virtualization features that are brought to the Mac with Apple M1 chip. The transition to Mac with Apple M1 chip should be smooth for most Mac applications, thanks to Rosetta technology. Fortunately, our Parallels Access
  
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• Some Ring doorbells can catch fire when installed incorrectly, recall underway

  11-11-2020 22:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  One of the biggest names in the smart home game is Amazon-owned Ring. The brand’s video doorbells are also widely used, but now a Ring doorbell recall has been issued over some units catching fire.more…
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• Misinformation about election fraud has flooded the internet. Here's how to spot false reports - CNET

  11-11-2020 22:13
  
  Don't be a victim of bad election information.
  
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• Music reawakens memory of former ballerina with Alzheimer's in moving video - CNET

  11-11-2020 22:04
  
  It's a remarkable sight when Marta Cinta González Saldaña begins to gracefully dance as if on stage again.
  
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• Microsoft releasing new Office for Mac beta with Apple Silicon compatibility

  11-11-2020 22:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  App compatibility is top of mind for many as Apple has started the transition away from using Intel in its notebooks and desktops with the first M1-powered Macs. Today Microsoft announced that it will launch a new Universal build of its Mac Office 2019 beta today that includes support for Apple Silicon.more…
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• Walmart vows to open sales for the PS5 four times through the day tomorrow - CNET

  11-11-2020 21:59
  
  Yes, the console will sell out quickly. But now you know what time is your best chance to get one.
  
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• New Hyundai Ioniq EVs spearhead automaker's electrified vehicle push through 2022 - Roadshow

  11-11-2020 21:57
  
  Come 2022, Hyundai will have 10 vehicles on sale with some sort of electrification.
  
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• Everything you need to know about Apple’s new M1 chip for the Mac

  11-11-2020 21:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple has officially announced its first processor designed specifically for the Mac, dubbed the M1. The M1 chip features an eight-core design alongside a powerful Neural Engine and GPU, offering dramatic efficiency and performance improvements for the Mac.
  If you’re buying a new Mac today and are confused by Apple’s M1 chip option in the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini, read along for all of the details on what you need to know.more…
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• Judge throws out Apple’s theft claim against Fortnite-maker Epic Games

  11-11-2020 21:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  On Tuesday, Epic Games won the dismissal of two Apple’s tort claims in a dispute over access to its video game “Fortnite” on Apple’s App Store.
  Epic Games’ Fortnite
  Patricia Hurtado for Bloomberg:Epic sued Apple on Aug. 13, claiming the removal of the Fortnite app from the App Store was in “retaliation” for the game maker’s decision to offer in-app purchases through its own marketplace. Epic was denied a court order in late August that would have t
  
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• 2021 Acura NSX brings back one of the rarest NSX colors: Long Beach Blue - Roadshow

  11-11-2020 21:10
  
  During the color's original four-year run, only 88 cars were ordered in it.
  
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• HP Black Friday deals available now: Save $200 on the HP Spectre x360 and more - CNET

  11-11-2020 20:56
  
  Save between $50 and $150 on work-from-home and gaming laptops.
  
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• Facebook, Google face criticism over political-ad bans ahead of Senate runoffs in Georgia - CNET

  11-11-2020 20:32
  
  The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee called the ad bans "voter suppression." Facebook says its ad ban is temporary and helps safeguard US elections.
  
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• Best Buy Black Friday flash sale: Discounts on TVs, gaming laptops, headphones, more - CNET

  11-11-2020 20:25
  
  The store's one-day-only "Treat Yourself" event includes a 39-inch Fire TV for $100 and Fitbit Inspire 2 for $70.
  
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• Acura NSX adds one of the rarest colors from its history for 2021 - Roadshow

  11-11-2020 20:17
  
  Long Beach Blue is a throwback to the 2002-2005 NSX color of same name.
  
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• MacBook Air and Pro with M1 opens the door to 5G. It can't come soon enough - CNET

  11-11-2020 20:14
  
  Commentary: Apple's newest M1-enabled MacBooks don't offer a huge amount of changes. A move to 5G would be a huge upgrade.
  
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• Whirlpool launches Swash superconcentrated laundry detergent - CNET

  11-11-2020 20:09
  
  Whirlpool's new Swash liquid laundry detergent is ultraconcentrated and designed for easy, accurate pouring.
  
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• Cast of Apple TV+ murder-mystery comedy ‘The Afterparty’ revealed

  11-11-2020 20:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple TV+ has unveiled the cast of its forthcoming murder-mystery comedy “The Afterparty.” The series, which hails from “The Lego Movie” duo Chris Miller and Phil Lord, takes place at the afterparty of a high school reunion, with each episode featuring a retelling of the same night told through a different character’s perspective.
  Apple TV+ is home to the biggest directors and top stars
  Reid Nakamura for The Wrap:Tiffany Haddish will star as Detective Danner, the ec
  
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• Instapaper makes Catalyst leap to Mac with Dark Mode, full screen view, keyboard shortcuts

  11-11-2020 20:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Popular read-it-later service Instapaper expanding from its iPhone and iPad app and starting today is available on Mac thanks to Catalyst. The macOS version comes with all the Instapaper favorite features from iOS like Dark Mode and specific Mac features like full screen view, keyboard shortcuts, and moremore…
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• Apple updates TestFlight beta testing app with support for automatic updates

  11-11-2020 19:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple has updated its TestFlight beta testing application for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV to version 3.0. The update brings support for automatic updates, as well as stability improvements and bug fixes.more…
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• The 9to5Mac BundleHunt sale features nearly 50 top Mac apps from $1

  11-11-2020 19:52 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The annual BundleHunt app sale in conjunction with 9to5Mac has now launched with deals from just $1. There are nearly 50 titles to choose from, all of which will become a permanent part of your library if you choose to purchase them. Additional discounts are available as you add more apps, making it a great time to load up your machine with fresh titles, which is particularly handy if you’ve scored one of the new Macs announced yesterday. Every app comes fully unlocked and compatible with
  
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• Google Photos to end its unlimited free photo storage - CNET

  11-11-2020 19:27
  
  Starting June 1, 2021, you'll get 15GB of free storage, as Google encourages users to sign up for the Google One storage subscription service.
  
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• NASA: Spellbinding Earthshine will make the moon glimmer in November - CNET

  11-11-2020 19:24
  
  There are some prime viewing times for this "eerily beautiful glow" of light bouncing off the moon.
  
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• Trailer for Disney Plus series Inside Pixar gives animated look behind the scenes - CNET

  11-11-2020 19:23
  
  The new docuseries, streaming Friday, gives an inside look at the people, artistry and culture of the studio between Finding Nemo, Toy Story, Up and other animated classics.
  
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• Best 75-inch TV for 2020: TCL, LG and Sony - CNET

  11-11-2020 19:18
  
  Truly gigantic TVs are getting more affordable all the time. Here are our current favorites.
  
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• A look inside the Asian giant hornets' nest reveals far more murderers - CNET

  11-11-2020 19:08
  
  The "murder hornets" found in Washington were preparing to spread out exponentially next year.
  
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• Apple's new MacBook Air has up to an 18-hour battery life - CNET

  11-11-2020 19:07
  
  And the company says the Pro version of the MacBook boasts up to 20 hours.
  
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• New Windows 10 patch fixes 112 security bugs in Teams, Office and Edge - CNET

  11-11-2020 19:03
  
  The Microsoft security update fixes a Windows zero-day vulnerability.
  
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• Stacktrace Podcast 109: “The Mac Mini stole my heart”, the November 2020 Apple event review

  11-11-2020 19:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The first round of Apple Silicon Macs is finally here, and John and Rambo have lots of thoughts on them. Also, adventures into Multipeer Connectivity and Bluetooth, and mixing development work with design.
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• Tesla Model 3 tweaks include new battery pack with updated cells - Roadshow

  11-11-2020 18:59
  
  It looks like Panasonic and Tesla got to work on more energy-dense cells quite quickly.
  
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• Coded Bias review: Eye-opening documentary faces up to racist technology - CNET

  11-11-2020 18:56
  
  Meet the activists fighting back against the human failings hardwired into the algorithms already ruling our lives.
  
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• Best espresso machine for 2020: Cuisinart, Breville, Mr. Coffee and more - CNET

  11-11-2020 18:51
  
  Get the right espresso appliance to enjoy that powerful black gold at home. Here's a list of our favorite models we tested from Breville, Nespresso, Mr. Coffee, Cuisinart, DeLonghi and others.
  
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• Fireball-fueled Northern Taurid meteor shower peaks tonight. How to watch - CNET

  11-11-2020 18:50
  
  It's not the biggest of the year, but it can be among the most fiery.
  
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• Why Apple is dumping Intel

  11-11-2020 18:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple is dumping Intel CPUs from Macintosh. On Tuesday, Apple announced the new M1, the most powerful chip it has ever created and the first chip designed specifically for the Mac.
  Apple’s M1 for Mac
  M1 is optimized for Mac systems in which small size and power efficiency are critically important. As a system on a chip (SoC), M1 combines numerous powerful technologies into a single chip, and features a unified memory architecture for dramatically improved performance and efficiency. M1 is
  
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• FAA review of 737 Max could end as early as next week - CNET

  11-11-2020 18:36
  
  The agency's chief says it's in the final stages of reviewing changes to Boeing's beleaguered aircraft.
  
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• Amazon launches Alexa Care Hub for elder and family care - CNET

  11-11-2020 18:35
  
  Family members will be able to personalize alerts, check in with relatives and call for help with simple commands.
  
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• Kuo: New iPhone SE unlikely to be announced in the first half of 2021

  11-11-2020 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is out with a new investor note today in which he says that Apple is unlikely to release a new version of the iPhone SE until the second half of 2021 at the earliest. This comes as the iPhone SE introduced in April continues to sell well and as Apple focuses on the iPhone 12 lineup.more…
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• JumpCloud, the popular directory-as-a-service and Apple MDM vendor, announces macOS Big Sur compatibility

  11-11-2020 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  JumpCloud, the popular cloud-based Directory-as-Service and mobile device management vendor, has announced macOS Big Sur compatibility ahead of Apple’s upcoming release.more…
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