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• FDA set to give Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine full approval next week, report says - CNET

  20-08-2021 23:46
  
  The shot is currently being given in the US under an emergency use authorization.
  
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• 9 great reads from CNET this week: Bezos vs. NASA, California movies, Facebook VR, more - CNET

  20-08-2021 23:30
  
  Why Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is suing NASA (hint: SpaceX), what's so great about making movies and TV shows in California, where you might run into Mark Zuckerberg and much more.
  
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• GM preparing to replace 2017-2022 Bolt battery packs at a cost of over $1 billion - Roadshow

  20-08-2021 23:26
  
  This is a step up from the two recalls already issued over possible pack fires.
  
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• Everything New in the iOS 15 Weather App

  20-08-2021 23:24 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple in 2020 acquired popular weather app Dark Sky, and in iOS 15 some of those Dark Sky features have been incorporated into the official app. Apple's Weather app has received a major design overhaul in ‌iOS 15‌, making it a much better weather resource.
  Design Overhaul
  The Weather app in ‌iOS 15‌ has an updated design that makes it easier than ever to see the information that you want to know at a glance. The Weather app adopts the card-style interface that's also been use
  
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• Microsoft closes in on Apple in world’s most valuable company race

  20-08-2021 23:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Microsoft helped to lift the Nasdaq higher. At this rate, Microsoft is closing in on Apple in the world's most valuable company race…
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• Bachelorette finalist Justin Glaze reflects on his new life as a meme - CNET

  20-08-2021 23:15
  
  Glaze stole Katie Thurston's season with his facial expressions, now seen on GIFs everywhere. "Can Justin PLEASE be the Bachelor??? I need a whole season with these faces," says one fan.
  
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• You can now play ‘Super Mario 64’ in a web browser on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

  20-08-2021 23:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  Previously spotted by Nintendo Life, you can now play the iconic Super Mario 64 inside a web browser on almost any device, including your Apple products. The website stems from a GitHub project called the “Super Mario 64 decomp project.” more…
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• Education Department will forgive $5.8 billion in students loans - CNET

  20-08-2021 22:53
  
  More than 332,000 borrowers will have their debt discharged.
  
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• Education Department will forgive $5.8 billion in loans for some students - CNET

  20-08-2021 22:53
  
  More than 332,000 borrowers will have their debt discharged.
  
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• 9to5Mac Happy Hour 343: iOS 15 Safari design reverted, Apple Watch Series 7 rumors, SharePlay delay

  20-08-2021 22:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  This week, Benjamin and Zac reflect on the design safari that was the iOS 15 beta period for Apple’s browser, as well as cover the features that won’t quite make the cut for the .0 release. Also, there are more Apple Watch Series 7 rumors, an update on Apple TV+ movie pipeline, and more.
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• Apple II manual signed by Steve Jobs sells for $787,483 at auction

  20-08-2021 22:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After garnering 46 bids, an Apple II manual signed by Steve Jobs and Mike Markkula sold for $787,484 at auction this month…
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• Jeff Bezos apparently installed a soft-serve machine in his Beverly Hills mansion - CNET

  20-08-2021 22:36
  
  Living the dream.
  
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• Hulu: 39 best TV shows to watch tonight - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:35
  
  Nine Perfect Strangers, starring Nicole Kidman, is streaming now.
  
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• Best credit cards for back-to-school shopping - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:33
  
  Check items off your list while optimizing cash-back rewards and welcome bonus offers.
  
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• Hulu: 10 of the best films to see tonight - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:30
  
  We Broke Up, starring Aya Cash and William Jackson Harper, hits Hulu this weekend.
  
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• Chinese Communist Party cracks down on private sector handling of data

  20-08-2021 21:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  China is tightening control over information gathered by companies, expanding the ruling Chinese Communist Party’s crackdown…
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• HBO Max: 21 best TV shows to watch tonight - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:25
  
  The season 3 premiere of Hard is streaming now.
  
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• HBO Max: 12 best movies to watch tonight - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:20
  
  Reminiscence, a sci-fi starring Hugh Jackman, is streaming now.
  
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• Halo Infinite won't launch with campaign co-op, Forge - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:18
  
  Developer 343 Industries says it'll still have a single-player campaign and multiplayer.
  
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• Amazon Prime Video: The 31 best TV shows to watch tonight - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:15
  
  Here are this week's highlights.
  
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• Amazon Prime Video: The 25 best movies to watch tonight - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:10
  
  Annette, starring Marion Cotillard and Adam Driver, is streaming now.
  
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• Here are mortgage rates for Aug. 20, 2021: Rates fall - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:07
  
  Several major mortgage rates decreased today. Find out how this might impact you if you're shopping for a home loan.
  
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• Netflix: 50 of the best TV series to stream tonight - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:05
  
  The Chair, starring Sandra Oh, is streaming now.
  
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• Nine Perfect Strangers: Nicole Kidman gives me strong 'what did I just watch?' vibes - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:04
  
  The latest miniseries adaptation of a Liane Moriarty book (this one one Hulu) is kind of a dud.
  
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• Michelle Obama calls on women to show their power through voting - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:03
  
  The former first lady says women must stand up to threats against voting rights to ensure their voices are heard.
  
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• Netflix: 40 best films to see tonight - CNET

  20-08-2021 21:00
  
  Sweet Girl, starring Jason Momoa, is streaming now.
  
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• Comment: SharePlay won’t be available when iOS 15 releases, but there’s plenty to be excited about

  20-08-2021 21:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  You probably heard that iOS 15 will need a bit longer to bring some key features announced during the WWDC21 keynote. But still, when it launches next month, there’s plenty to be excited about. Head below for our look at what’s still to come. more…
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• 'Tetris Beat' Now Available on Apple Arcade

  20-08-2021 20:46 via macrumors.com
  
  Highly anticipated game Tetris Beat today launched on Apple Arcade, offering up classic block-stacking Tetris gameplay merged with music and rhythm mechanics.
  Players are tasked with rotating and dropping Tetriminos in time with the beat in Drop mode, keeping to the rhythm to build combo chains. Those who want a more casual gameplay experience can try out Tap mode, while Tetris fans who want a traditional gameplay experience are able to use Marathon mode, which offers a selection of soundtracks.
  
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• Antarctic iceberg has dramatic close shave with unstable ice shelf - CNET

  20-08-2021 20:41
  
  Strong winds caused the massive A-74 iceberg to brush up against the Brunt Ice Shelf.
  
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• 2023 Chevy Corvette Z06 reveal set for October - Roadshow

  20-08-2021 20:37
  
  The latest super 'Vette will potentially break more barriers for the nameplate this fall.
  
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• Scientists discover a 'break' in one of Milky Way's arms - CNET

  20-08-2021 20:30
  
  NASA says it's "like a splinter poking out from a plank of wood."
  
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• Anker refreshes its popular MagSafe 5K Power Bank with four new colors

  20-08-2021 20:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After first showcasing its PowerCore Magnetic Power Bank earlier in the year, Anker is now out with additional styles of its popular portable MagSafe charger. Arriving to bring a pop of color to your iPhone 12, there are a total of four new offerings joining the lineup, ranging from green to purple. Two of the styles are now available for purchase, and you can head below for a closer look.more…
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• MacRumors Giveaway: Win a Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station

  20-08-2021 20:00 via macrumors.com
  
  For this week's giveaway, we've once again teamed up with Jackery to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win a Jackery Explorer 500 Portable Power Station that's perfect for keeping Apple devices charged in emergencies, during camping trips, on road trips, and in power outages.
  Available for $500, the Explorer 500 is Jackery's mid-range power station with a 518 watt-hour lithium-on battery. Jackery also makes a range of larger and smaller batteries to meet various needs.The Explorer 500 features
  
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• Laptop vs. Chromebook: How are they different and which works better for you - CNET

  20-08-2021 19:58
  
  Today's Chromebooks can replace your Mac or Windows laptop, but they're still not for everyone. Find out here if a Chromebook is right for you.
  
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• Russia demands Apple, Google ban Kremlin opposition leader Alexei Navalny’s app

  20-08-2021 19:57 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Russian communications watchdog Roskomnadzor has demanded that Apple and Alphabet's Google ban Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's app…
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• Have your 2022 Ford Explorer ST with RWD or all show, no go with new ST Line - Roadshow

  20-08-2021 19:22
  
  You don't need to go home with four-wheel drive any longer when shopping the ST, and a new Explorer ST Line races things up without the added oomph.
  
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• Steve Jobs’ signed Apple II manual fetches $787k at auction, business card sells for $13k

  20-08-2021 19:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Earlier this month, a lot of Steve Jobs memorabilia went up for auction including an Apple business card, a NeXT bomber jacket that he personally wore, a signed Apple II manual, and much more. Now with the auctions complete, here’s how much everything went for.more…
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• Reminiscence review: Hugh Jackman falls for femme fatale in engaging thriller - CNET

  20-08-2021 19:02
  
  Inception meets Chinatown in this entertaining near-future noir in theaters and streaming on HBO Max.
  
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• China passes sweeping data privacy law, to go into effect Nov. 1 - CNET

  20-08-2021 18:58
  
  The law reportedly will make it harder for tech companies to collect and use personal information.
  
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• 2022 Hyundai Elantra N will overboost to 286 hp - Roadshow

  20-08-2021 18:45
  
  Its 2.0-liter engine normally puts out 276 hp, but dual-clutch models can add a little more with the press of a button.
  
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• Apple II Manual Signed by Steve Jobs Sells for $787,483

  20-08-2021 18:44 via macrumors.com
  
  An Apple II manual signed by Steve Jobs and Mike Markkula sold for $787,484 at auction this month after garnering 46 bids.
  The 196 page manual was addressed to Julian Brewer, the son of Michael Brewer. Michael Brewer negotiated distribution rights for Apple in the UK in 1979, and the manual had a personal message inside. "Julian, your generation is the first to grow up with computers. Go change the world! Steven Jobs, 1980," read Jobs' note.Julian recalls, "I was sitting in my bedroom writing ga
  
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• China's Mars rover outlasts its life expectancy, keeps on going - CNET

  20-08-2021 18:36
  
  The more Mars rovers, the merrier.
  
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• China passes sweeping data privacy law that goes into effect Nov. 1 - CNET

  20-08-2021 18:36
  
  The law will reportedly make it harder for tech companies to collect and use personal information.
  
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• Upgrade your old laptop with $200 off the speedy M1 MacBook Pro

  20-08-2021 18:35 via macworld.com
  
  The new M1 MacBook Pro is a great value at full price, bringing tremendous speeds and battery life in an attractive, portable case. It’s a ridiculous value at this price: Amazon is selling the M1 MacBook Pro with either 256GB or 512GB of storage for $200 off when instant savings are applied at checkout, matching the best price we’ve seen.If you need a refresher, the M1 MacBook Pro is as fast as laptops costing twice as much. The battery life is ridiculously good as well, about 18 ho
  
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• Galaxy S21 FE rumors: Samsung's budget-friendly phone could look like the Galaxy S21 - CNET

  20-08-2021 18:33
  
  New 3D renders of the Galaxy S21 FE were shared on Twitter. Here's everything we've heard about the Galaxy S21 FE's price, release date and specs so far.
  
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• iPhone 13 release date: We may see Apple's new smartphone in September - CNET

  20-08-2021 18:30
  
  We don't know for sure yet, but the iPhone 13 could make an appearance next month.
  
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• Temple Run: Puzzle Adventure and Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls coming to Apple Arcade - CNET

  20-08-2021 18:28
  
  Apple Arcade has a massive catalog of games to play, and more arrive almost every week. Here's a list of games we're looking forward to.
  
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• Greek robot Persephone leads tourists though caves, speaks 33 languages - CNET

  20-08-2021 18:25
  
  The multilingual robot is the world's first to be used as tour guide in a cave.
  
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• T-Mobile Says an Additional 5.3 Million Customer Accounts Were Compromised in Data Breach

  20-08-2021 18:21 via macrumors.com
  
  T-Mobile earlier this week shared details on a data breach where hackers gained access to the personal information of close to 50 million current, former, and prospective customers.
  At the time, T-Mobile said that data from 7.8 million current customers had been compromised, as well as information from 40 million former or potential customers. In an updated statement provided today, T-Mobile says that it has confirmed that data from another 5.3 million postpaid customers was accessed.Information
  
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• Exclusive Deals: Get 25% Off at Nimble and 12% Off at Twelve South Through the End of August

  20-08-2021 18:14 via macrumors.com
  
  Earlier in August, we shared a collection of back to school discounts that included a few offers exclusive to our readers. Two of these deals have remained ongoing during the month, and are now set to end in just over a week, on August 31. If you're interested in either sale from Nimble or Twelve South, be sure to check them out before the end of the month.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which
  
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