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• NASA Mars helicopter set to attempt its first one-way trip on Friday - CNET

  06-05-2021 23:51
  
  With this fifth flight overall, Ingenuity will also aim for an altitude record above the surface of Mars.
  
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• Apple should follow Google’s lead and force 2-factor authentication for all accounts

  06-05-2021 23:51 via macworld.com
  
  In honor of World Password Day, Google will automatically enable two-factor authentication for all Google account holders who have proper recovery information on their accounts (email or phone). That’s fantastic news and a bold step for Google, and I hope Apple follows suit.In May 2019, Google announced that there are some 1.5 billion users around the world, so this is no small feat. It’s not known how many of them haven’t turned on 2FA, but my guess is a lot, so this change wi
  
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• How to detect compromised passwords on your iPhone

  06-05-2021 23:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Today is World Password Day, as good a day as any to check the various passwords you use. Your iPhone can detect compromised passwords …
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• This snazzy 10,000-mAh power bank with wireless and Apple Watch charging is $68 - CNET

  06-05-2021 23:35
  
  Regularly $100, this single device also has USB-C PD for all-in-one convenience.
  
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• The fungus on Mars and the prince of panspermia - CNET

  06-05-2021 23:29
  
  NASA has never discovered life on the red planet, but one man says they're hiding the truth -- and he believes he has evidence to prove it.
  
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• The fungus on Mars and the man who thinks he found life on other planets - CNET

  06-05-2021 23:29
  
  There's one man who believes NASA is hiding the truth about Mars -- and he thinks he has the evidence to prove it.
  
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• Netflix is reportedly testing 'N-Plus' service - CNET

  06-05-2021 23:28
  
  It could include playlists, behind-the-scenes production info and podcasts.
  
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• Twitter tests Tip Jar feature for sending and receiving money - CNET

  06-05-2021 23:06
  
  Android and iOS users of Twitter in English can now give money to accounts they like.
  
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• Save $450 on Peloton-alternative Myx Plus exercise bike - CNET

  06-05-2021 23:03
  
  Already substantially cheaper than a Peloton, the Myx Plus includes a weight set, free shipping and assembly.
  
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• Phil Schiller on App Store Knockoffs in 2012: 'Is No One Reviewing These Apps?'

  06-05-2021 22:49 via macrumors.com
  
  Knockoff apps have long been a problem in the App Store, with scam apps sneaking past reviewers to compete with genuine apps and steal sales, and back in 2012, Apple's Phil Schiller was absolutely furious when a fake app made it to the top of the ‌App Store‌ rankings, according to documents shared in the Epic v. Apple trial.
  At the time, Temple Run was a super popular iOS exclusive title, and in February 2012, a fake version of Temple Run hit the ‌App Store‌ charts. Schiller
  
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• Judge scolds Epic Games lawyers as Apple executive takes the stand

  06-05-2021 22:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Epic Games' first chance to put Apple on the defensive in court got off to a rocky start as Epic’s lawyerswere scolded by the judge over…
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• Get the Neabot self-emptying robot vacuum for $365, an all-time low price - CNET

  06-05-2021 22:46
  
  This robot vacuum doesn't just take out its own trash, it also has lidar for mapping its route and lets you create no-go zones and named rooms.
  
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• Virgin Orbit will livestream its first fully commercial launch - CNET

  06-05-2021 22:41
  
  Richard Branson's satellite-launching rocket company is officially out of beta.
  
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• Keep the action-adventure game Pine for free in this week's Epic giveaway - CNET

  06-05-2021 22:28
  
  You can barter, chat, craft and fight in this $25 open-world adventure.
  
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• Twitter begins rolling out new ‘Tip Jar’ feature for paying other users directly

  06-05-2021 22:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After some rumors and hints found in its mobile app, Twitter announced today that it is now rolling out the new “Tip Jar” feature to some users. With this new option, creators on Twitter will be able to easily receive money from their followers.more…
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• Video: User rebuilds AirTag as a thinner card that fits into wallets

  06-05-2021 22:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple’s AirTag is reasonably small and lightweight, but the accessory may be too thick for those who want to put it in a wallet. Because Apple only offers AirTag with a single design option, Andrew Ngai decided to make his own version of Apple’s tracking accessory that looks like a card — and the result is quite impressive.more…
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• App Store VP testifies in Epic trial as emails reveal special API access for Hulu and other devs

  06-05-2021 22:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  As the Epic vs. Apple trial continues, today marked our first Apple executive testimony. The vice president of the App Store, Matt Fischer, testified in the case today, detailing his involvement in the App Store, the creation of Apple’s guidelines, and more.more…
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• Brand-new Hyundai Kona, Veloster models recalled for fire risk, new engines needed - Roadshow

  06-05-2021 22:04
  
  The Elantra is also part of the same recall, which we already saw plague the new Kia Seltos and Soul. About one in a hundred will need a new engine.
  
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• Semiconductor revenue set to grow despite ongoing chip shortage, analysts predict - CNET

  06-05-2021 21:55
  
  Worldwide semiconductor revenue grew to $464 billion in 2020 and should continue to rise in 2021, even as supply constraints continue, says IDC.
  
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• Twitter account sharing posts from Trump's new blog is already banned - CNET

  06-05-2021 21:48
  
  The former president was banned from Twitter in January.
  
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• Apple’s M1 MacBook Air: 8GB of RAM is plenty

  06-05-2021 21:48 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  For other than all-day, heads-down Pro users, ZDNet's Robin Harris found that 8GB of RAM is plenty for most Apple's M1 MacBook Air users…
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• Apple Offered Special App Store API Access to Hulu and Other Developers

  06-05-2021 21:42 via macrumors.com
  
  Today is the fourth day of the Epic Games v. Apple legal battle, and documents shared in the trial continue to give us insight into the App Store and Apple's business practices.
  ‌App Store‌ Vice President Matt Fischer is on the stand answering questions from Apple and Epic lawyers, and one of the emails shared as evidence confirms that Apple has established special deals with major app developers like Hulu.In 2018, a tweet from developer David Barnard commented about ‌App Store&zw
  
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• NASCAR is putting the stock back in stock car with its Next-Gen racer - Roadshow

  06-05-2021 21:00
  
  The latest generation of the NASCAR Cup Series car looks pretty killer.
  
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• Tested: Satechi’s Dock5 is the all-in-one Apple charging station I’ve been searching for

  06-05-2021 20:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  You’re reading Tested with 9to5Toys, where we explore everyday tech essentials that make life a bit easier. Browse through our entire guide for all of the latest reviews, and sound off in the comments below if there’s something you’d like to see featured.
  Satechi has long been in the market of supplying those in the Apple ecosystem with a variety of accessories that not only look great with matching aluminum finishes but also upgrade some aspect of your setup. E
  
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• Google Plans to Add Privacy Labels to Play Store Apps Next Year

  06-05-2021 20:57 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple with iOS 14 introduced App Privacy labels for App Store apps, which are designed to let customers know details about the data that an app will collect about them before they make the decision to install an app.
  Google is planning to follow in Apple's footsteps with the Play Store, introducing a new feature that will require developers to provide transparency into how apps are using data.On the Android Developers Blog, Google announced a new "safety section" for the Play Store that will "he
  
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• Best headphones for grads in 2021 - CNET

  06-05-2021 20:52
  What freshly minted grad wouldn't appreciate a good headphone as a graduation gift? Here's a wide selection of top wireless models.
  
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• PSA: macOS Big Sur 11.3 Includes Colorful New Wallpapers Designed for M1 iMac

  06-05-2021 20:44 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple in macOS Big Sur 11.3 introduced a series of colorful wallpapers that are designed specifically for the M1 iMac, but you can unearth them and download them on any Mac with a few quick instructions.
  These are the wallpapers that have been used in Apple's marketing materials for the 24-inch ‌iMac‌, with different colored lines and patterns available for each ‌iMac‌ color. To get to these wallpapers, follow these steps: Open the System Preferences app.Click on Desktop &
  
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• Google to enroll users in two-step verification by default

  06-05-2021 20:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Google marks World Password Day by announcing that the company will automatically enrolling users in two-step verification (2SV)…
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• This strange, flat pasta transforms into 3D shapes as you cook - CNET

  06-05-2021 20:17
  
  Carnegie Mellon University researchers are playing with their food.
  
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• Why the First Amendment can't protect Trump on Facebook or Twitter - CNET

  06-05-2021 20:15
  
  Here's what you need to know about the constitutional protection of free speech in America.
  
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• NASA, Boeing set new launch date for Starliner do-over mission to the ISS - CNET

  06-05-2021 20:13
  
  The first uncrewed test flight didn't work out as planned, so Boeing is gearing up to try again in July.
  
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• Apple TV+ orders ‘Hello Tomorrow!’ series starring ‘The Morning Show’ actor Billy Crudup

  06-05-2021 20:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  As awards season is ending, Apple TV+ continues to announce its catalog for 2021 and beyond. Hello Tomorrow! starring Emmy Award winner Billy Crudup has been ordered as an Apple Original.more…
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• Apple should follow Google’s lead and force 2FA for all accounts

  06-05-2021 20:03 via macworld.com
  
  In honor of World Password Day, Google will automatically enable two-factor authentication for all Google account holders who have proper recovery information on their accounts (email or phone). That’s fantastic news and a bold step for Google, and I hope Apple follows suit.In May 2019, Google announced that there are some 1.5 billion users around the world, so this is no small feat. It’s not known how many of them haven’t turned on 2FA, but my guess is a lot, so this change wi
  
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• James Bond movies in order: Watching 007, from Sean Connery to Daniel Craig - CNET

  06-05-2021 20:00
  
  First embodied by Sean Connery, Bond set the standard for secret agents on screen. Across Roger Moore, Pierce Brosnan, Daniel Craig and others, the franchise has stood the test of time.
  
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• NASA thinks that giant moon crater telescope idea might work - CNET

  06-05-2021 19:59
  
  The Lunar Crater Radio Telescope concept could peer into the "cosmic Dark Ages."
  
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• Video shows AirPods 3 copycat model and how it compares to other AirPods

  06-05-2021 19:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  As AirPods 3 rumors continue to circle, YouTuber EverythingApplePro has just unboxed an AirPods 3 copycat and compared these rumored wireless earbuds with the other AirPods released by Apple. This gives us a close-up look at the design changes Apple is rumored to make with the AirPods 3 later this year. more…
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• Xbox Game Pass Ultimate adds FIFA 21, completing the sports gamer's dream - CNET

  06-05-2021 19:45
  
  If you want to play a sports game on your Xbox, Game Pass is increasingly looking like the way to go.
  
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• YouTube TV launches PlayStation 5 app - CNET

  06-05-2021 19:27
  
  The PS5's YouTube TV app is finally ready for download from the PlayStation Store.
  
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• Billy Crudup to star in Apple TV+ dramedy series ‘Hello Tomorrow!’

  06-05-2021 19:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple TV+ has given a 10-episode series order to "Hello Tomorrow!," a half-hour dramedy staring Billy Crudup, star of Apple's…
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• Demeo is the closest thing to playing D&D in an Oculus Quest - CNET

  06-05-2021 19:00
  
  A new tabletop VR game makes me wonder what the future of board games could be.
  
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• Apple should follow Google’s lead and force 2FA on all accounts

  06-05-2021 18:59 via macworld.com
  
  In honor of World Password Day, Google will automatically enable two-factor authentication for all Google account holders who have proper recovery information on their accounts (email or phone). That’s fantastic news and a bold step for Google, and I hope Apple follows suit.In May 2019, Google announced that there are some 1.5 billion users around the world, so this is no small feat. It’s not known how many haven’t turned on 2FA, but my guess is a lot, so this change will likel
  
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• Video: Apple highlights iPhone 12 camera with new Everyday Experiments: ‘Full Bloom’

  06-05-2021 18:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  Apple’s “Experiments” videos using the iPhone have produced some really neat results over the last few years and now the latest in the series is out with a spring theme: “Full Boom.” Check out the fascinating footage the iPhone 12 was able to capture in the new video below.more…
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• Brave Browser for iOS Gains New Playlist Feature for Queueing Video and Audio Content

  06-05-2021 18:51 via macrumors.com
  
  The Brave Browser available on iPhone and iPad today gained a new Playlist feature that's designed to save audio and video content in an easy-access queue.
  Users can keep a list of videos, songs, podcasts, and more, and then access it from the Brave browser at any time by tapping on the Brave Playlist option from the menu in the app.Adding any media to the Playlist is as simple as tapping on the "Add to Brave Playlist" option or long pressing on a video or audio file. Other features include an a
  
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• When to upgrade to a bigger smart speaker - CNET

  06-05-2021 18:38
  
  Bigger can indeed be better, especially when it comes to smart speakers and sound quality.
  
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• FCC's net neutrality rulemaking was flooded with millions of fake comments, NY AG report finds - CNET

  06-05-2021 18:37
  
  A report from the New York attorney general found broadband companies funded millions of fake comments.
  
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• WhatsApp for iOS testing new sticker suggestion feature

  06-05-2021 18:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  WhatsApp for iOS is testing new sticker suggestions, as reported by WABetaInfo. With this, WhatsApp users will be able to more easily find stickers to send to friends, family, or coworkers.more…
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• Volkswagen eyes subscriptions, on-demand autonomous tech in future cars - Roadshow

  06-05-2021 18:31
  
  Could a future self-driving mode be pay-to-play? Perhaps.
  
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• Best laptop deals right now: Save $350 on a Samsung Galaxy Book Flex, $700 on a Dell XPS 13 and more - CNET

  06-05-2021 17:58
  
  From budget Gateway models to new Intel Evo machines, you can save hundreds on a new laptop.
  
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• Stan Lee told Jupiter's Legacy creator Mark Millar to stop writing for Marvel - CNET

  06-05-2021 17:56
  
  Writing Marvel and DC comics was a "training exercise" for Jupiter's Legacy, a superhero saga now streaming on Netflix.
  
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• Deals: Apple Watch Series 6 $100 off, iPhone 11 Pro $349 off, Apple Pencil $104, more

  06-05-2021 17:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  All of today’s best deals are headlined by various Apple Watch Series 6 styles at $100 off and a previous-generation iPhone sale at Woot from $125. Plus, Apple Pencil 2 just dropped to its lowest price of the year at $104. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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