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• Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro vs. Apple AirPods Pro

  22-01-2021 23:34 via macrumors.com
  
  Samsung in January unveiled new flagship Galaxy S21 smartphones and alongside the new phones, introduced the $200 Galaxy Buds Pro, which are priced at $199 and offer Active Noise Cancellation.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  These new Galaxy Buds Pro are clearly designed to compete with Apple's AirPods Pro, so we thought we'd compare the two sets of earbuds in our latest YouTube video.
  Design wise, the Galaxy Buds Pro look nothing like the ‌AirPods Pro‌, feat
  
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• Get this stainless-steel hands-free soap dispenser for $14 - CNET

  22-01-2021 23:32
  
  There's still a pandemic out there. An infrared sensor keeps the dispenser clean as a whistle.
  
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• Peacock: Everything about NBCUniversal's (partly) free app - CNET

  22-01-2021 23:23
  
  Streaming app Peacock has free movies and TV shows, but you have to pay to unlock the full catalog including the entirety of The Office.
  
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• 62% of Apple TV+ subscribers are on free trials

  22-01-2021 23:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  In the fourth quarter of 2020, the majority of Apple TV+ subscribers, 62 percent, said they were on the free promotional offer that Apple…
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• Apple's Stock Closed at All-Time High Today Ahead of Earnings Results Next Week

  22-01-2021 23:15 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple's stock price closed at an all-time high of $139.07 today after reaching a new intraday record of $139.85 moments earlier.
  The gains come just five days before Apple is set to report its earnings results for the first quarter of the 2021 fiscal year. Many analysts forecast that Apple's quarterly revenue will exceed the $100 billion mark for the first time thanks to strong iPhone 12 sales and the launch of several other products in the quarter, including the first three Macs with Apple sili
  
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• Time out for laser tag -- get a 4-player set for just $43 (or 2-player for $23) - CNET

  22-01-2021 23:00
  
  Save 53% on some old-fashioned pew-pew fun for kids and adults alike.
  
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• How to watch McGregor vs Poirier UFC 257 on iPhone, Mac, Apple TV, web

  22-01-2021 22:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Irish UFC star Conor McGregor is set to rematch Dustin Poirier on January 23 at 10 pm ET/7 pm PT at UFC Fight Island in Abu Dhabi. Read along for how to watch McGregor vs Poirier UFC 257 on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, the web, and more.more…
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• Hubble Space Telescope snaps stunning view of ethereal 'Lost Galaxy' - CNET

  22-01-2021 22:23
  
  The galaxy's not really lost, but there's a sweet reason for the nickname.
  
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• Poll: Do you think the iPhone 12 mini form factor will stick around in the future?

  22-01-2021 22:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  Over the past few weeks, a variety of reports have suggested that the iPhone 12 mini is not selling as well as the rest of the iPhone 12 lineup. One the flip side, the iPhone 12 Pro is said to be selling better than Apple had expected. Naturally, this makes us wonder if the “mini” form factor will stick around for this year’s iPhone 12S or iPhone 13.more…
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• Ahead of Q121 earnings, Apple shares hit new all-time intraday and closing highs

  22-01-2021 22:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Nasdaq trading today, shares of Apple Inc. rose to hit a new all-time closing high. During trading today, Apple also reached a new…
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• Don't procrastinate: Save 25% on Valentine's Day flowers - CNET

  22-01-2021 22:07
  
  For a limited time, you can save on all sorts of bouquets from 1800Flowers.
  
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• US intelligence agency buys location data from phone brokers, without warrants - CNET

  22-01-2021 22:06
  
  The Defense Intelligence Agency separates out information on US residents, but its agents can search that data with permission.
  
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• Intelligence agency buys location data on US residents without warrants - CNET

  22-01-2021 22:06
  
  The Defense Intelligence Agency separates information on US residents, according to The New York Times, but can search the data with permission.
  
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• Facebook, Twitter, YouTube algorithms could be radicalizing people, Congressional Democrats say - CNET

  22-01-2021 21:53
  
  In letters sent to the CEOs of Google, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter, a group of Democrats in Congress accuse big tech of pushing people towards extremism.
  
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• Survey claims 62% of Apple TV+ subscribers are on a free trial as Apple builds its content catalog

  22-01-2021 21:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Results from a new survey claim to offer up a look at how many of Apple TV+ subscribers are still on a free trial, what the future could look like for subs as trials end, and more as Apple TV+ continues to expand its content.more…
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• EU parliament reportedly invites CEOs of Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Alphabet to a hearing - CNET

  22-01-2021 21:31
  
  The European Parliament is discussing more digital regulation.
  
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• EU parliament invites Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Alphabet CEOs to hearing, report says - CNET

  22-01-2021 21:31
  
  The European Parliament is discussing more digital regulation.
  
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• Best savings account for February 2021 - CNET

  22-01-2021 21:30
  
  Safe, secure and convenient accounts -- with some of the highest interest rates available.
  
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• Brie Larson to star in Apple TV+ series ‘Lessons in Chemistry’

  22-01-2021 21:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Brie Larson ("Captain Marvel") is set to star in the drama series “Lessons in Chemistry,” which has landed a straight-to-series Apple TV+ …
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• Where PS5 is being restocked: Inventory updates for Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop, Amazon, Target and more - CNET

  22-01-2021 21:01
  
  The Sony PlayStation 5 is sold out again. Here's the latest news on when to expect more inventory at major retailers.
  
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• Joe Biden nixes Donald Trump's Diet Coke-summoning button, says report - CNET

  22-01-2021 20:54
  
  President Joe Biden apparently won't be summoning Diet Cokes with the press of a button.
  
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• Opinion: After a rocky few years, the future of the Mac is now brighter than ever

  22-01-2021 20:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Over the last week, we’ve gained a very clear picture of what to expect from the 2021 MacBook Pro update: a slight redesign, more IO ports, the end of the Touch Bar, and the return of MagSafe. Essentially, Apple is undoing the changes it introduced with the 2016 MacBook Pro, an update that proved to be controversial for multiple reasons.
  With the Apple Silicon transition moving along swiftly and rumors of updates across the entire Mac lineup, it’s a good time to be a Mac fan. It&rsq
  
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• Microsoft patent details tech that could turn dead people into AI chatbots - CNET

  22-01-2021 20:49
  
  It's Black Mirror come to life.
  
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• Hubble snaps swoon-worthy view of ethereal 'Lost Galaxy' - CNET

  22-01-2021 20:26
  
  The galaxy's not really lost, but there's a sweet reason for the nickname.
  
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• Don't worry, the electric BMW i4 will be able to drift - Roadshow

  22-01-2021 20:13
  
  BMW says the i4 will have up to 530 horsepower and sporty handling characteristics.
  
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• BMW i4 electric sedan drifts around the track in final testing - Roadshow

  22-01-2021 20:12
  
  This sleek four-door liftback will debut later this year.
  
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• Apple TV+ originals: Brie Larson to star in 'Lessons in Chemistry'

  22-01-2021 20:11 via macworld.com
  
  Apple is planting its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+, its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies.Though the service has been available for only about a year and and doesn’t yet have a lot of shows or films available, there’s a lot in the works. This is a list of all the Apple TV+ content we know of so far, along with details about prominent stars, directors, produc
  
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• MacRumors Giveaway: Win a 30,000mAh 90W USB-C Power Bank From RAVPower

  22-01-2021 20:01 via macrumors.com
  
  For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with RAVPower to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win a 30,000mAh 90W USB-C Power Bank for charging Apple devices.
  Priced at $80, the RAVPower USB-C Power Bank's 30,000mAh battery capacity is enough to charge a 16-inch MacBook Pro to full, plus it can charge an iPad Pro two and a half times or an iPhone 12 up to six times.
  At 90W, it can offer enough power to charge all of your devices at the fastest possible speeds provided you have the right cables
  
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• ‘Channels’ live TV app adds Picture in Picture support on iOS and Apple TV

  22-01-2021 19:56 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Live TV app “Channels” is out with an update today for Apple TV and iOS that brings the highly requested Picture in Picture support. After a good amount of work, the Channels team was able to figure out how to offer PiP without the need for transcoding or a DVR server.more…
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• No, you can't buy a COVID vaccine online, so ignore that text or email - CNET

  22-01-2021 19:52
  
  Ads for bogus vaccines may also follow you around the internet. They're not legitimate.
  
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• PayPal shuts down fundraising for Texas real estate agent charged in Capitol riot - CNET

  22-01-2021 19:48
  
  Jenna Ryan is raising money to cover legal costs and "other losses" brought on by her arrest. But she can't collect funds via PayPal anymore.
  
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• Best laptop deals: Save on budget Gateway laptops, Dell and Lenovo 2-in-1s and more - CNET

  22-01-2021 19:32
  
  From budget models to two-in-one convertible ultraportables based on the new Intel Evo platform, there are numerous laptop sales worth checking out.
  
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• Apple TV+ picks up new ‘Lessons in Chemistry’ drama with Brie Larson

  22-01-2021 19:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A new drama series is set to debut on Apple TV+ called Lessons in Chemistry. According to Variety, Brie Larson will executive produce as well as star in the new series.more…
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• Apple needs to bring MagSafe back to Macs - CNET

  22-01-2021 19:17
  
  Commentary: The proprietary magnet connector saved me thousands of dollars in repairs, and I can't imagine owning a laptop without it.
  
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• Disney Plus: Everything to know about Disney's app - CNET

  22-01-2021 19:06
  
  Disney Plus streams almost everything Disney makes, including the return of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with its new series WandaVision.
  
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• Apple TV+ originals: 'Losing Alice' is now available

  22-01-2021 19:02 via macworld.com
  
  Apple is planting its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+, its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies.Though the service has been available for only about a year and and doesn’t yet have a lot of shows or films available, there’s a lot in the works. This is a list of all the Apple TV+ content we know of so far, along with details about prominent stars, directors, produc
  
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• EU lawmakers want Apple, Amazon, Facebook, and Google CEOs at Feb. 1 Big Tech hearing

  22-01-2021 19:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  EU lawmakers have invited the CEOs of Apple, Amazon, Facebook, and Google to a Big Tech hearing in Brussels on February 1st as they look to…
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• 2021 Buick Envision: Banishing the bland - Roadshow

  22-01-2021 18:45
  
  This redesigned utility vehicle is a real looker, with dramatic proportions, a killer interior and plenty of technology.
  
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• 'Lessons in Chemistry' Drama Series Starring Brie Larson Coming to Apple TV+ in Spring 2022

  22-01-2021 18:44 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple has placed a straight-to-series order for "Lessons in Chemistry," a 1960s-era drama series starring actress Brie Larson, according to Variety. The series is expected to begin streaming on Apple TV+ in spring 2022.
  The report notes that Larson will play Elizabeth Zott, whose dream of being a scientist is put on hold due to gender stereotypes:Set in the early 1960s, "Lessons in Chemistry" follows Elizabeth Zott (Larson), whose dream of being a scientist is put on hold in a society deeming th
  
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• Final Fantasy creator hints new mobile RPG could arrive this year - CNET

  22-01-2021 18:42
  
  Fantasian could finally be coming to Apple Arcade.
  
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• Latest Apple Arcade games for iPhone, iPod touch, Mac, Apple TV [Spire Blast and NUTS]

  22-01-2021 18:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added regularly. Follow along with our guide on the latest from Apple’s gaming service.
  New for January 22: Spire Blast and NUTS.more…
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• Elon Musk to put $100M toward fighting global warming - CNET

  22-01-2021 18:32
  
  The money will go toward "a prize for best carbon capture technology," says the Tesla and SpaceX CEO. It's his latest effort to tackle climate change.
  
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• Microsoft gives Xbox Live Gold a price hike to make Game Pass more tempting - CNET

  22-01-2021 18:17
  
  The new pricing seems designed to push people toward Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
  
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• Apple Arcade: 'Spire Blast' and 'NUTS - A Surveillance Mystery' are now available

  22-01-2021 18:17 via macworld.com
  
  Apple’s new Apple Arcade subscription-based gaming service is basically Apple’s way of helping customers sort through the chaff in the App Store, as the highly curated service features premium games that are untainted by in-app purchases and ads. If all goes well, it could elevate the perception of mobile gaming in general.Got questions? We’ve got plenty of answers. Updated 01/21/21: NUTS - A Surveillance Mystery and Spire Blast are now available.To read this article
  
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• For 2021, Apple Watch finally needs a battery that lasts longer than a day - CNET

  22-01-2021 18:16
  
  Commentary: It's 2021, and it's time Apple gives us some better battery life.
  
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• Apple glasses, AR/VR headsets: These are the latest leaks and rumors - CNET

  22-01-2021 18:12
  
  Apple's next big product looks to be a VR headset. Or smartglasses. Or both. Here's what to expect, and our guesses as to what else might happen.
  
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• Apple hit with another antitrust complaint after App Store rejects ‘Corona Control Game’

  22-01-2021 18:06 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple’s antitrust complaints continue grow with the latest one being filed with the European Commission by Florian Mueller, a German developer. The case is based on Mueller’s app originally called “Corona Control Game” being rejected by the App Store.more…
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• Apple’s first $100 billion quarter earning report could come next week

  22-01-2021 18:02 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple is scheduled to report earnings next Wednesday, and expectations are running high it will report its first $100 billion quarter ever…
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• MacBooks from $790 highlight today’s best deals, plus iPhones go on sale, more

  22-01-2021 18:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Today’s best deals include MacBook Pros, a new Verizon flash sale on iPhones, and various iOttie car mounts. Head below for all of that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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• HomeKit Weekly: The best outdoor HomeKit cameras for securing your home

  22-01-2021 18:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Integrating your cameras into HomeKit is one of the best ways to build up your smart home environment, but which cameras are the best? This week, I will give you all the information about the best HomeKit cameras for securing the outdoors of your home in 2021.more…
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