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• Improved battery life is key selling point for iPhone 13 lineup – survey

  29-09-2021 23:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple iPhone 13 buyers are more interested in the significant increase in battery life than any other feature, including 5G wireless…
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• United Airlines begins move to fire workers who refused COVID vaccine - CNET

  29-09-2021 23:17
  
  Following the company's mandate, more than 99% of United Airlines employees -- tens of thousands of workers -- are vaccinated, United says.
  
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• Kingston DataTraveler Max review: a small, high-speed 1TB USB-C flash drive

  29-09-2021 22:37 via feedproxy.google.com
  Storage devices are getting smaller and higher-capacity each year, and nothing demonstrates that more than Kingston’s DataTraveler Max line of USB-C flash drives. The drives are available in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB capacities, with impressively fast speeds to match, rated at 1,000MB/s read speeds and 900MB/s write speeds. These drives certainly have what it takes on paper, but what about in the real world?more…
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• The Many Saints of Newark stirs Sopranos backstory with Goodfellas swagger on HBO Max - CNET

  29-09-2021 22:30
  
  Tony Soprano's formative years are revealed on HBO Max this week as The Many Saints of Newark delves into the iconic mafia show's backstory.
  
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• Apple reminds developers about changes to subscription payment system in India

  29-09-2021 22:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple today notified developers about a change that will impact apps with renewable subscriptions or other recurring transactions in India. Due to a new directive from the Reserve Bank of India, some in-app transactions made with credit and debit cards may be declined by banks or card issuers.more…
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• Europe's message to the US: To trust tech, regulate it - CNET

  29-09-2021 22:25
  
  Europe is trying to find common ground with the US on issues such as AI, competition and taxation. EU Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager has high hopes for a new trade council.
  
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• Amazon is dangerously popular. Its latest event proved it - CNET

  29-09-2021 22:19
  
  Commentary: Criticizing the company might be a losing battle, but it's crucial that we fight it.
  
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• Apple: ‘Jelly scrolling’ effect on iPad mini 6 display is not an issue

  29-09-2021 22:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Following the official launch of the 6th generation iPad mini in stores last week, customers have been noticing a “jelly scrolling” effect…
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• Twitch adds phone verification for chat to curb harassment - CNET

  29-09-2021 22:13
  
  It's about to get a lot harder to troll.
  
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• ProMotion on the iPhone 13 Pro is awesome–and it’s going to get even better

  29-09-2021 22:11 via macworld.com
  
  Those of you who are lucky enough to have gotten your hands on a new iPhone 13 Pro or iPhone 13 Pro Max know how incredible the 120Hz ProMotion display is. Animations are speedy, transitions are snappy, and scrolling is buttery smooth when navigating around iOS 15 and using Apple’s stock apps.However, it’s not quite all it could be. Developers quickly noticed that many of their app’s animations—basically anything other than scrolling or doing full-screen transitions&mdas
  
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• See the faces of ancient Egyptian mummies, re-created using their DNA - CNET

  29-09-2021 22:04
  
  Scientists did some genetic sleuthing to make detailed 3D reconstructions of what three people may have looked like before being mummified.
  
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• Catastrophic flooding on Mars helped carve some of the deepest canyons known - CNET

  29-09-2021 21:57
  
  Bloated lakes burst their walls billions of years ago to shape the red planet we see today.
  
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• macOS Monterey update may introduce new ‘High Power Mode’ for Mac

  29-09-2021 21:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Back in January 2020, Apple was working on a new “Pro Mode” to let MacBook users get maximum performance by ignoring energy-saving…
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• iFixit’s iPad mini teardown goes in-depth on ‘jelly scrolling,’ lack of repairability [Video]

  29-09-2021 21:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After tearing down the iPhone 13 Pro last week, the folks at iFixit are back with a teardown of Apple’s redesigned iPad mini. The teardown offers a deep dive into the so-called “jelly scrolling” affecting the iPad mini’s display, comparisons to the iPad Air, and more. more…
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• Natural hair deal: Get 20% off on curl care at Sally Beauty - CNET

  29-09-2021 21:21
  
  Cultivate and sustain your natural hair this fall with this limited-time deal.
  
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• Fat Bear Week is back and all is right with the world for one tiny moment - CNET

  29-09-2021 21:06
  
  Let's celebrate the beautiful butterball brown bears of Katmai National Park in Alaska.
  
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• Alfre Woodard shows love for Jason Momoa, Dave Bautista by punching them - CNET

  29-09-2021 21:00
  
  On CNET's I'm So Obsessed podcast, Woodard discusses playing Paris on the Apple TV Plus show See, now in its second season, and the importance of overcoming other people's doubts and prejudices.
  
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• Amazon is frighteningly good at staying popular. That's the danger - CNET

  29-09-2021 20:57
  
  Commentary: Criticizing the company might be a losing battle, but it's one worth fighting.
  
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• AudioFix 2 brings new features for iPhone users and a new macOS app

  29-09-2021 20:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Future Moments is today releasing AudioFix 2.0. This update delivers enhanced de-noising, filtering, a fuller, brighter sound design for mobile content creators, and a new macOS app.more…
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• Apple TV+ orders four-part docuseries about the rise and fall of Carlos Ghosn

  29-09-2021 20:30 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple TV+ has greenlit a four-part documentary series about the rise and fall of former Nissan and Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn …
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• Scientists re-create faces of ancient Egyptian mummies from their DNA - CNET

  29-09-2021 20:23
  
  See a detailed 3D reconstruction of the people behind the wrapping.
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: September 29, 2021 – iPad mini ‘jelly scrolling’ and more

  29-09-2021 20:13 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
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• macOS 12 Monterey: New Public Beta has been released, here’s how to get it

  29-09-2021 20:11 via macworld.com
  
  The next version of the Mac operating system, macOS 12 Monterey, will officially be released later 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 09/29/21: A new version of the macOS 12 Monterey Public Beta has been released.What is the macOS Monterey Public Beta?The current version of the Mac operating system is macOS 11 Big Sur. The next version is macOS 12 Monterey.
  
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• Facebook brings Reels to its iOS, Android apps in the US - CNET

  29-09-2021 20:11
  
  Some creators will be paid for Reels in a new invite-only program.
  
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• Paramount Plus: Champions League, shows, movies free trials and everything else to know - CNET

  29-09-2021 20:03
  
  Paramount Plus streams shows, movies and originals, plus sports like UEFA Champions League matches. Here's everything to know.
  
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• Apple seeds tvOS 15.1 beta 2 to developers and public beta testers with SharePlay support [U]

  29-09-2021 20:03 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Update: Apple is now releasing tvOS 15.1 beta 2 to public beta testers. Not only that, but the company is also seeding beta 2 of HomePod 15.1 to selected developers.
  One week after releasing tvOS 15.1 beta 1, Apple is now seeding the second beta of tvOS to developers. Here’s everything new with it.more…
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• The best smart thermostat of 2021 - CNET

  29-09-2021 20:00
  
  Looking for a new thermostat? Read this.
  
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• Google adds context to search results, brings more wildfire info to Maps - CNET

  29-09-2021 19:46
  
  The search giant unveils a handful of new features at its annual Search On event.
  
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• Apple’s iPhone 13 Pro Max flagship can fast charge at up to 27W speeds

  29-09-2021 19:45 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple's flagship iPhone 13 Pro Max is capable of faster charging at up to 27W speeds when connected to a 30W or higher USB-C power adapter…
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• Apple seeds macOS Monterey beta 8 to developers as official release nears [Update: Public beta too]

  29-09-2021 19:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  macOS Monterey has now hit beta 8. As we move toward a fall release, the big feature we haven’t seen fully available to test is Universal Control. Time will tell, but we could see Apple initially ship Monterey to the public without the feature.
  Update 9/29: The latest beta is now available for public testers too.more…
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• Apple now lets you share how much you love or hate built-in apps via App Store reviews

  29-09-2021 19:12 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  For the longest time, the App Store did not allow users to rate or review Apple’s built-in iPhone and iPad apps, like Mail, Music, News, Stocks and Calculator. However, seemingly since the release of iOS 15 earlier this month, Apple has now lifted that restriction. It is now open season for App Store feedback on Apple’s stock apps.As you might expect, customer feedback is already flooding in for Apple’s apps, with the Podcasts app currently faring the worst statistically with
  
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• Apple releases iOS 15.1 beta 2 and more to developers [U]

  29-09-2021 19:11 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  One week after the release of the first beta, Apple today is rolling out iOS 15.1 beta 2 to developers, among other updates. iOS 15.1 includes the return of SharePlay as well as updates to the Apple Wallet and Apple Health app for storing COVID-19 vaccination cards.
  Update: iOS 15.1 beta 2 is now available to public beta testers as well.more…
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• iPhone 13 Pro Max can charge faster than its predecessor

  29-09-2021 19:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  As the days pass by, we’re able to learn more about the new iPhone 13 lineup. Recently, we discovered how durable the new iPhone 13 Pro Max is, its camera quality, as well as everything about its repairability, and new display.
  Now, ChargerLAB claims that the new iPhone 13 Pro Max can charge faster than the iPhone 12 Pro Max.more…
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• iOS 15.1: Beta 2 is released with SharePlay, Watch unlock fix, and more

  29-09-2021 18:50 via macworld.com
  
  Just one day after the release of iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, Apple has begun beta-testing iOS 15.1. The first beta was released to developers on Tuesday, September 21. The public beta tests typically follow within a day or so.
  The big addition in iOS 15.1 and iPadOS 15.1 is the addition of SharePlay. Originally scheduled as part of the iOS 15 launch, it was pushed back to a later software update. Apparently, we’re getting that sooner rather than later. However it’s possible that it gets
  
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• The next MacBook Pro: ‘High Power Mode’ could bring M1X performance boost

  29-09-2021 18:42 via macworld.com
  
  It’s been about a year since Apple began rolling out Macs powered by its own silicon, followed by the launch of the 24-inch iMac earlier this year. Now the rumors say the next in line to get the Apple silicon treatment are the high-end MacBook Pros, and the updates are shaping up to be far greater than mere speed gains. Here’s everything we expect from the MacBook Pros that should arrive later this year.2021 MacBook Pro: The latest rumorsSeptember 29: 9to5Mac has found references to
  
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• ‘Read’ is a free Zoom tool that hopes to warn you when your meeting is boring

  29-09-2021 18:34 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Do you ever wonder how your Zoom meeting is going? Former Foursquare CEO created a startup that tells you exactly that. “Read” launched today as a free tool for Zoom users.more…
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• YouTube widens ban on misinformation to all vaccines, not just COVID shots - CNET

  29-09-2021 18:32
  
  Google's YouTube said it will no longer permit videos making false claims about existing vaccines that've been approved and found safe by health authorities.
  
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• YouTube widens ban on COVID vaccine misinformation to cover vaccines in general - CNET

  29-09-2021 18:32
  
  The company says it's targeting false claims about existing vaccines that've been approved and found safe by health authorities.
  
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• Apple Watch saves motorcyclist’s life after hit-and-run in Singapore

  29-09-2021 18:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple Watch has saved yet another life. A 24-year-old motorcyclist's Apple Watch automatically called for help after he fell victim to…
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• Apple Watch responsible for calling ambulance and contacting girlfriend of motorcyclist hit by van

  29-09-2021 18:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  It’s no secret that as fun as motorcycles are, they’re far more dangerous in a collision than in a car. Even the most experienced rider faces the risk of someone driving distracted. That’s one of the main reasons I always ride with my Apple Watch and its SOS feature. For a 24-year-old motorcycle rider in Singapore, that potential benefit turned into a reality.more…
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• Stacktrace Podcast 155: “Embrace the bump”, the iOS 15 and iPhone 13 Pro review

  29-09-2021 18:21 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  What it’s been like for John to upgrade from the iPhone X to the iPhone 13 Pro, Rambo’s continued adventures into the depths of Bluetooth LE, and opinions on the final production versions of iOS 15 and iPadOS 15.
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• iPhone 13 review: Apple's new iPhone isn't radically different, but that's part of its charm - CNET

  29-09-2021 18:21
  
  Apple delivers a delightful upgrade in its new iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Mini.
  
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• iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max review: Apple gave us features we've wanted for years - CNET

  29-09-2021 18:18
  
  Apple packs its new Pro phones with updated cameras, a bigger battery and the iPhone's first high-refresh-rate display.
  
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• Facebook launches its TikTok-copycat feature Reels in the US

  29-09-2021 18:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  If creating Instagram Reels is not enough for you, Facebook is expanding its TikTok-copycat feature to its main app in the US. Head below for the details on everything you need to know.more…
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• Ford will pay you to buy an in-stock car rather than wait for your order - Roadshow

  29-09-2021 18:11
  
  But, this deal doesn't apply to the Bronco and other heavy hitters Ford's launching.
  
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• Some iPhone 13 and iOS 15 users affected by touch screen responsiveness bugs

  29-09-2021 18:08 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Apple released iOS 15 and the iPhone 13 to the public last week, and a handful of early bugs have emerged since then. Now, users of the iPhone 13 are taking to Reddit and Twitter to report touch screen responsiveness issues on their new devices. Interestingly, however, the problem also seems to extend back to older iPhones with iOS 15 as well.more…
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• The Book of Boba Fett: Everything you need to know about the Star Wars spinoff - CNET

  29-09-2021 18:06
  
  The beloved bounty hunter from the original trilogy returned in The Mandalorian, and he's getting a solo show on Disney Plus in December.
  
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• Galaxy S21 FE rumors: Samsung's budget phone may never hit shelves - CNET

  29-09-2021 18:00
  
  Samsung is removing support pages for the Galaxy S21 FE, according to recent rumors. Here's everything we've heard about the phone's possible release date, price and specs.
  
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• Best smart displays of 2021 - CNET

  29-09-2021 18:00
  
  From Google to Alexa devices, these are the best of the best smart displays on the market now.
  
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• Best personal loans for October 2021 - CNET

  29-09-2021 18:00
  
  Whether you're consolidating debt or financing home improvements, these flexible loans offer competitive interest rates and repayment terms.
  
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