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• Disney+ hits 116 million subscribers; Q3 earnings beats expectations across the board

  12-08-2021 23:50 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Disney reported blowout fiscal third-quarter earnings after the bell Thursday, beating Wall Street expectations on subscriber growth…
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• Britney Spears' dad Jamie reportedly agrees to step down as conservator - CNET

  12-08-2021 23:43
  
  "He does not believe that a public battle with his daughter over his continuing service as her conservator would be in her best interests."
  
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• Marvel's Shang-Chi set to hit Disney Plus in mid-October (possibly 'free') - CNET

  12-08-2021 23:29
  
  Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is expected to stream on Disney Plus just a month and a half after hitting theaters, possibly at no extra cost to subscribers.
  
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• LG 32-inch UltraFine OLED Pro display could be arriving soon [Update: Now available]

  12-08-2021 23:19 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  First unveiled at CES back in January, LG’s new high-end UltraFine displays are expected to arrive sometime this summer. Now a new product listing at BH Photo says that the 32-inch UltraFine OLED Pro display could arrive on July 16.
  Update 8/12: The 32-inch UltraFine OLED Pro display is now available priced at $3,999.more…
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• Best back-to-school gear under $50 - CNET

  12-08-2021 23:14
  
  Practical gifts for students that won't break the bank.
  
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• New movies coming out in 2021: Blockbusters from Marvel, HBO, Netflix and more - CNET

  12-08-2021 23:13
  
  Venom 2 is delayed. Are Shang-Chi, Dune or James Bond next? After pandemic disruption, check out the new release dates for 2021 (and 2022).
  
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• How to screenshot on Mac: Tips and tricks from the basics to advanced

  12-08-2021 23:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Whether you just need to take the occasional screenshot on Mac, are a power user with an advanced workflow, or somewhere in-between, follow along for how to screenshot on Mac with the free built-in macOS tools or with third-party software. We’ll look at keyboard shortcuts, tips and tricks, advanced options, and customizations.more…
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• iOS 15 Spotlight Improvements: Rich Results, Web Images, Photos Search, Lock Screen Access and More

  12-08-2021 23:05 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple in iOS 15 is making several improvements to Spotlight, aka the universal search feature that can be accessed on the iPhone or iPad's Home Screen with a downward swipe.
  Spotlight is a one-stop resource for accessing everything you might want to find on an iOS device, and in ‌iOS 15‌, it's better than ever. This guide highlights all of the new features that are coming to Spotlight with Apple's latest update.Rich Search Results
  Apple's Siri knowledge database has been expanded and t
  
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• Movies coming in 2021 from Netflix, Marvel, HBO and more - CNET

  12-08-2021 23:03
  
  Check out the latest release dates for blockbusters this year (and beyond).
  
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• Rockstar Games working on Grand Theft Auto trilogy remaster, says report - CNET

  12-08-2021 22:54
  
  Is it time to go back to Liberty City, Vice City and San Andreas?
  
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• Anker expands MagSafe lineup with new 2-in-1 PowerWave Lite stand

  12-08-2021 22:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Today, Anker is expanding its stable of MagSafe charging accessories with one of its most capable models yet. Delivering a 2-in-1 design, the new addition to the PowerWave lineup brings the ability to power up an iPhone 12 series device alongside a pair of AirPods and more, thanks to a secondary Qi charging pad. Now available for pre-order, you can get all of the details on the Anker 2-in-1 MagSafe charger below. more…
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• Kanye West breaks Apple Music livestream record again thanks to ‘Donda’ hype

  12-08-2021 22:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Kanye West has broken another Apple Music livestream record. This time, Billboard reports that 5.4 million people tuned in to last week’s exclusive Apple Music livestream of the Donda creation process. more…
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• Disney+ hits 116 million subscribers as company reports strong Q3 earnings

  12-08-2021 22:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Disney on Thursday announced earnings results for its fiscal 2021 third quarter with numbers that beat Wall Street expectations. With revenue of $17.02 billion, the company revealed the astonishing number of 116 million subscribers to Disney+ alone.more…
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• Facebook delays return to US offices to 2022 - CNET

  12-08-2021 22:37
  
  The company will also require COVID-19 vaccinations for employees.
  
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• Disney Plus hits 116M subscribers, adding 12.4M while Loki and Luca landed - CNET

  12-08-2021 22:36
  
  But, like Netflix, subscriber growth has cooled lately as competition heats up and pandemic-related demand appeared to wane.
  
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• Scientists mapped a 17,000-year-old woolly mammoth's sad fate - CNET

  12-08-2021 22:13
  
  One ancient male mammoth was quite the vagabond, according to the story stored in its tusks.
  
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• Apple Pay set for Central America expansion as BAC Credomatic ramps up testing

  12-08-2021 22:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple Pay could be readying its launch in Central America as bank BAC Credomatic is testing support for this feature in Costa Rica. As of now, Central America is the only part of the Americas that doesn’t have a country supporting Apple Pay. With this feature available in more than 60 regions all over the world, there is still plenty of space to expand.more…
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• Free Guy won't stream on HBO Max when it hits theaters, sorry - CNET

  12-08-2021 22:04
  
  This weekend's big release Free Guy won't be available to stream on Max when it hits theaters. But, after a months-long wait, it will get there eventually.
  
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• Fall 2021 Apple Event Rumors: iPhones in September, MacBook Pros in Late October, and More

  12-08-2021 22:04 via macrumors.com
  
  This year, Apple has already released several new products, including new iPads, the 24-inch iMac, the new Apple TV, and of course, AirTags. Looking ahead to the next few weeks, the list of 2021 Apple products will grow even longer as Apple prepares to reveal the next iPhones, MacBook Pros, and more.There has been an avalanche of rumors about this year's fall season and what Apple has planned for the remainder of 2021. The cloud of product rumors can make it hard to stay updated with what new de
  
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• Delta variant meets 'my fall plans': The saddest, most relatable meme - CNET

  12-08-2021 22:02
  
  That noise is the sound of America's high hopes crashing against reality, meme-style.
  
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• How to wash your car without water - Roadshow

  12-08-2021 22:00
  
  You can still clean your car in a drought if you have the right product and the right technique.
  
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• Refinance rates on Aug. 12, 2021: Rates climb higher - CNET

  12-08-2021 21:51
  
  A few notable refinance rates increased today.
  
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• Mortgage interest rates today for Aug. 12, 2021: Rates creep up - CNET

  12-08-2021 21:48
  
  Several major mortgage rates went up today. Find out what this might mean for you if you're shopping for a new home.
  
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• The Aston Martin Valkyrie Spider is an uncompromising roofless hypercar - Roadshow

  12-08-2021 21:30
  
  Only 85 Valkyrie Spiders will be built, and they're all spoken for.
  
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• Aston Martin Valkyrie Spider is the most extreme convertible ever - Roadshow

  12-08-2021 21:30
  
  The Valkyrie Spider gets removable roof panels and a top speed of over 217 mph.
  
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• Apple readies Spatial Audio and Lossless support on HomePod with latest beta

  12-08-2021 21:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Spatial Audio and Lossless support are coming to Apple Music on HomePod and HomePod mini. With HomePod 15 beta 5, Apple has added a new toggle dedicated to Dolby Atmos within the Home app.
  Although not everyone running the latest beta will be able to find it, as some people never saw the Lossless toggle in previous betas, it shows that Apple is working on launching Dolby Atmos and Lossless support together on HomePod.more…
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• Save big today on TP-Link home Wi-Fi gear - CNET

  12-08-2021 21:18
  
  Amazon is slashing prices on TP-Link home networking products by as much as 43%.
  
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• Concept: How macOS Mammoth could improve productivity, entertainment, and safety with new apps (part 2)

  12-08-2021 21:16 via feedproxy.google.com
  In the first part of our macOS Mammoth concept, we shared a look at ideas for improving the system and redesigning core elements of the desktop. Now, we want to share some ideas for new apps that we’d love to see Apple add in the next version of macOS. There were plenty of different things that we tried out during the design phase, but ultimately we landed on four distinct apps. Let’s take a look.more…
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3: Is it the foldable phone for the masses? - CNET

  12-08-2021 21:14
  
  The third-generation Z Flip gets its square "drink coaster" design overhauled with a larger cover screen, better durability and a lower price.
  
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• Apple, other tech stocks power S&P 500 to record high amid inflation concerns

  12-08-2021 21:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The S&P 500 notched its third straight record high on Thursday, as investors considered the specter of U.S. inflation …
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• Apple expands Wallet student ID support just in time for back-to-school season - CNET

  12-08-2021 21:11
  
  Some university students in the US and Canada can carry their iPhone or Apple Watch to class this year instead of their plastic ID card.
  
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• Will Apple ever actually release an iPhone 13? Rumors point to yes - CNET

  12-08-2021 21:09
  
  Though earlier gossip said Apple's next flagship could be called the iPhone 12S.
  
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• Nvidia faked part of a press conference with a CGI CEO - CNET

  12-08-2021 21:06
  
  Call it a computer-generated clone, a deepfake or a digital double: This virtual keynote presentation featured a human who was far from the real thing.
  
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• macOS 12 Monterey Beta 5 Reveals Updated iWork Icons

  12-08-2021 21:00 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple is working on updated icons for the macOS versions of its iWork apps, according to images discovered by MacRumors. The new icons are included in the framework of macOS 12 Monterey beta 5 that handles the display of collaboration links in apps such as iMessage.Pages, Numbers, and Keynote icons found in macOS Monterey
  The images of the new macOS iWork icons for Pages, Numbers, and Keynote are relatively low-resolution given the small size they are displayed at for sharing purposes, but it's
  
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• New Jeopardy host Mayim Bialik loves LeVar Burton, says 'sorry' if you don't like her - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:59
  
  Mike Richards, already a producer on the show, will serve as main host, with Bialik hosting specials.
  
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• US releases 2020 census data, revealing increase in diversity - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:57
  
  Among other key findings, the number of Americans identifying as multiracial increased 276% since 2010.
  
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• PS5 restock tracker: How to buy a PlayStation 5 from Walmart, Best Buy and more - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:41
  
  Trying to get a PS5? Today you have more chances to buy one.
  
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• San Francisco to require full COVID vaccination for many indoor activities - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:40
  
  It becomes the second major city to require proof of vaccination for people going to indoor bars, restaurants and gyms.
  
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• Kevin Costner visits Field of Dreams ahead of real Yankees, White Sox game - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:36
  
  If you build it, Major League Baseball will come. And so will Costner.
  
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• Fiber on the rise: What FCC's new data tells us about broadband in the US - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:32
  
  Twice a year, every home internet provider in the country discloses key coverage metrics to the FCC. Here's what we learned from the most recent round of data.
  
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• macOS 12 Monterey: Public Beta 5 has been released, here’s how to get it

  12-08-2021 20:26 via macworld.com
  
  The next version of the Mac operating system, macOS 12 Monterey, will officially be released this fall. But you can install and run Monterey now by joining Apple’s Public Beta program. Interested? Here’s what you need to know about the Public Beta.Updated 08/12/21: MacOS 12 Monterey Public Beta 5 has been released. The biggest new feature still not present in the beta is Universal Control, which has not appeared in any macOS 12 Monterey beta yet.What is the macOS Monterey Public Bet
  
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• Thousands in Germany may have received fake COVID vaccines, health officials say - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:05
  
  A nurse is suspected of switching out doses of the coronavirus vaccine with salt water.
  
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• Scientists mapped an ancient woolly mammoth's wide wanderings, sad fate - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:00
  
  One male mammoth that lived 17,000 years ago was quite the vagabond, according to the story stored in its tusks.
  
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• Black hole 'burps' may help determine their size - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:00
  
  Black hole feeding patterns may tell us more than how hungry they are.
  
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• Best Roku to buy in 2021 - CNET

  12-08-2021 20:00
  
  From the Express to the Ultra, there are a lot of Roku options. Let's narrow them down.
  
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• Apple features Billie Eilish in new Apple Music Spatial Audio promotion (video)

  12-08-2021 19:53 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple has debuted promotion that touts Apple Music's new Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos. The spot features Billie Eilish and cross-promotes…
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• Apple changes Eddy Cue’s job title to emphasize growing focus on Services

  12-08-2021 19:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple has made a small but notable change to the job title of veteran executive Eddy Cue. Cue joined Apple in 1989 and has long served as the company’s Senior Vice President of Internet Software and Services, but that title has been changed to emphasize Apple’s ever-increasing focus on Services. more…
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• San Francisco to require full COVID vaccination for many indoor activities, report says - CNET

  12-08-2021 19:33
  
  It'll reportedly become the second major city to require proof of vaccination for people going to indoor bars, restaurants and gyms.
  
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• Facebook could be forced to sell Giphy amid competition concerns - CNET

  12-08-2021 19:26
  
  A UK competition regulator worries that Facebook could deny its rivals access to popular GIFs.
  
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• Apple Seeds New Public Beta of macOS Monterey

  12-08-2021 19:23 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today seeded a new public beta of the macOS 12 Monterey beta to public beta testers, allowing non-developers to test the new macOS Monterey software ahead of its public release. The fourth beta comes two weeks after Apple released the third macOS Monterey public beta.
  Public beta testers can download the macOS 12 Monterey update from the Software Update section of the System Preferences app after installing the proper profile from Apple's beta software website.‌macOS Monterey‌ in
  
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