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• Coming to Apple TV+: Michael Douglas to star as Benjamin Franklin in biography series

  28-02-2022 23:55 via macworld.com
  
  Apple’s list of currently available content for Apple TV+ continues to grow, but there’s an even faster-growing list of projects in the works. Films, limited series, specials, and multi-season series, Apple’s got lots of irons in the fire for all of them.
  Some of these projects have been officially announced and acknowledged by Apple, but many have just been reported by the Hollywood press, which always has its ear to the ground about what actors, directors, and producers are
  
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• Elden Ring Has Performance Issues, But a Fix Is in the Works - CNET

  28-02-2022 23:44
  
  Publisher Bandai Namco apologized for the problems with the game.
  
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• 7 Tips for New Elden Ring Players: Starting Class, Weapons Skills and More - CNET

  28-02-2022 23:40
  
  Good luck, Tarnished.
  
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• Facebook to Restrict Some Russian State-Controlled Media Across the EU - CNET

  28-02-2022 23:38
  
  The social network said it will limit access to RT and Sputnik across the EU "given the exceptional nature of the current situation."
  
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• Meta subsidiary Instagram: Still no iPad app for you

  28-02-2022 23:06 via macdailynews.com
  
  Hundreds of millions of iPad users are still no closer to getting an app from Meta subsidiary Instagram that works well on their devices.Paul Monckton for Forbes:The news comes directly from Instagram Head, Adam Mosseri, who explains in a recent tweet that his team is too “heads down” on other things and that, despite receiving numerous requests, there simply aren’t enough users out there to justify the development of a dedicated iPad app.
  Despite its excellent display capabili
  
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• Russia Booted From FIFA and UEFA Soccer Events, Including World Cup - CNET

  28-02-2022 22:56
  
  Russia had been set to play next month for a spot in the World Cup.
  
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• Instagram unplugs IGTV after taking four years to realize no one wants a separate app

  28-02-2022 22:53 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Instagram on Monday announced that it is officially discontinuing its mobile app dedicated to the IGTV video platform – which was rebranded to Instagram Video last year. As a result of the shutdown, the IGTV app will soon be removed from the App Store and Google Play.more…
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• Apple TV+ deal to stream MLB games still on deck, but it might not be exclusive

  28-02-2022 22:43 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Reported by the New York Post today, NBC is in talks to stream Major League Baseball games on its streaming service, Peacock. This news comes after last month’s report that an Apple TV+ deal is in the works to stream live MLB games on the service. Neither deal is yet official, but both are expected to come about sometime this year.more…
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• Apple TV+ announces new limited event series starring Michael Douglas as Benjamin Franklin

  28-02-2022 22:42 via macdailynews.com
  
  Today Apple TV+ announced an order for a new limited event series from Emmy and WGA Award-winning writer Kirk Ellis (“John Adams”) and Emmy and DGA Award-winning director Tim Van Patten, with Academy, Emmy and AFI Lifetime Achievement Award winner Michael Douglas set to star in the lead role as Benjamin Franklin.
  Academy, Emmy and AFI Lifetime Achievement Award winner Michael Douglas will star as Benjamin Franklin in a new Apple Original limited event series.
  Based on the book A Grea
  
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• Will Apple Keep the Old iPhone SE Around at a Lower Cost?

  28-02-2022 22:30 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple is rumored to be introducing an upgraded version of the iPhone SE as soon as March 8, the prospective date of the company's first event of 2022. The new ‌iPhone SE‌ is expected to be priced at $399 and it will be replacing the current ‌iPhone SE‌, but will Apple keep the older model around and drop the price as it sometimes does when new iPhones come out?
  In his most recent "Power On" newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman suggested that Apple could potentially keep the 20
  
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• Facebook Restricts Some Russian State-Controlled Media Across the EU - CNET

  28-02-2022 22:28
  
  The social network said it will limit access to RT and Sputnik across the EU "given the exceptional nature of the current situation."
  
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• Michael Douglas to Star as Benjamin Franklin in Upcoming Apple TV+ Series

  28-02-2022 22:16 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today announced a new Benjamin Franklin show that is set to star award winning actor Michael Douglas as the titular character. The limited drama series is based on the book "A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America" by Stacy Schiff.
  According to Apple's description of the as-of-yet untitled TV series, it will explore the "thrilling story of one of the greatest gambles of Benjamin Franklin's career."The drama will explore the thrilling story of one of the greatest g
  
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• Apple TV+ announces Benjamin Franklin limited series project, starring Michael Douglas

  28-02-2022 22:16 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple TV+ today officially announced a new limited series project about Benjamin Franklin. Michael Douglas will take up the lead role as the American polymath. The show is based off the . more…
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• Uber Adjusts Algorithm to Attract More Drivers - Roadshow

  28-02-2022 22:07
  
  The changes affect pay for short trips and allow drivers to see a passenger's destination before accepting a ride.
  
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• TikTok Videos Can Now Be Up To 10 Minutes Long - CNET

  28-02-2022 22:00
  
  Will this update finally put an end to "like for pt 2" videos? We shall see.
  
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• Beats Fit Pro Earbuds Deal: Get $61 Off 'Grade-A' Refurb at Woot - CNET

  28-02-2022 21:53
  
  You can't find the highly rated $200 Beats Fit Pro new at a discount. But Woot is selling refurbished models for $139.
  
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• Custom Dark Mode and other features coming to Safari, WebKit code reveals

  28-02-2022 21:47 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iOS 15.4 has already given us a glimpse of new features to expect with the upcoming Safari update, which introduces push notifications for web apps and support for AR/VR headsets. However, WebKit code has now revealed that there’s more to come, including new settings for Dark Mode and pop-ups.more…
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• The Lotus Type 132 Electric SUV Will Debut on March 29 - Roadshow

  28-02-2022 21:46
  
  New teasers show the SUV's instrument cluster, wheels and taillights.
  
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• Lotus' Type 132 Electric Crossover Is Almost Here - Roadshow

  28-02-2022 21:46
  
  The first Lotus SUV -- and its first series production EV -- will debut on March 29.
  
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• iPhone 14 Design Rumors: What Could a Notchless Screen Look Like? - CNET

  28-02-2022 21:45
  
  Rumors say Apple may give its upcoming iPhone a new appearance. Here's what we've heard.
  
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• Pokemon Go March Community Day: Alolan Sandshrew, Bonuses and More - CNET

  28-02-2022 21:35
  
  Pokemon Go's next Community Day takes place Mar. 13.
  
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• Leaked iPhone 14 Pro schematics show a much bigger camera cutout

  28-02-2022 21:22 via macworld.com
  
  The iPhone 14 is still many months away, but a near-complete picture has already emerged. Most notably, the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max are rumors to be getting rid of the notch in favor of a hole-punch camera like the Galaxy S22 and other popular Android phones.But the latest rumors suggest we might not actually be gaining much. After learning earlier this year that there would be two holes in the display—one for the camera and another for the Face ID sensors—Jon Prosser of Front
  
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• Android 13 Is Coming. Here's Everything We Know - CNET

  28-02-2022 21:22
  
  This update will make your home screen much snazzier.
  
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• Next Mars Rover Likely Won't Launch in 2022 Due to Russia Sanctions - CNET

  28-02-2022 21:09
  
  Already delayed, the ExoMars Rosalind Franklin rover faces an uncertain future as ripples from Russia's invasion of Ukraine affect space programs.
  
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• Dancer Maksim Chmerkovskiy Seeks to Leave Ukraine, Says He Was Briefly Arrested - CNET

  28-02-2022 21:08
  
  The longtime cast member of Dancing With the Stars says not to worry if he vanishes from social media for a while.
  
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• Hands-on: The Zike MagSafe Charger Stand features active cooling to charge an iPhone faster [Video]

  28-02-2022 21:04 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The Zike 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger Stand for iPhone is an Apple-certified charger that can charge your iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 up to 50% faster thanks to on-board active cooling.Traditional MagSafe chargers can only maintain short bursts of 15W charging before your iPhone heats up and throttles back power to reduce the temperature. Zike’s charger features a button to enable active thermal cooling to reduce your iPhone’s temperature, allowing it to receive 15W of wireless power for long
  
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• With launch of iPhone SE 3, will Apple drop the price of iPhone SE 2 to $199?

  28-02-2022 21:01 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is planning to unveil a 5G iPhone SE in March — but the big news could be a significant price drop – $199 – for the current model.
  Apple’s current A13 Bionic-powered 4.7-inch iPhone SE (2020)
  Mark Gurman for Bloomberg News:For years, the technology industry has been clamoring for a low-cost iPhone aimed at emerging markets.A device priced at $200 could make inroads in regions like Africa, South America and parts of Asia that are currently Android strongholds.
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• You Can Now Use Amazon Alexa Devices to Talk With A Doctor - CNET

  28-02-2022 21:00
  
  "Alexa, I want to talk to a doctor."
  
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• Apple Health Study Links Polycystic Ovary Syndrome to Other Health Conditions - CNET

  28-02-2022 20:33
  
  Preliminary research finds that users with a PCOS diagnosis are about three times more likely to have type 2 diabetes and nearly twice as likely to have high blood pressure or high cholesterol.
  
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• Dutch watchdog fines Apple $5.7 million for sixth straight week

  28-02-2022 20:32 via macdailynews.com
  
  The Dutch antitrust regulator on Monday issued a sixth straight weekly fine of 5 million euros ($5.7 million) against Apple for what it claims is a failure to comply with an order to open its App Store to alternative forms of payment for dating apps in the Netherlands.Reuters:Earlier on Monday, Reuters reported that Apple has sent a letter to the Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) arguing it has already complied with the watchdog’s order.
  However, the ACM said in a statement it was
  
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• iPhone 14 Rumors: Release Date, Price and the Latest Notch Buzz - CNET

  28-02-2022 20:15
  
  It's never too early to start collecting leaks, reports and rumors about Apple's next iPhone.
  
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• Pokemon Go March 2022 Events: Alola Pokemon, Legendary Raids and More - CNET

  28-02-2022 20:10
  
  Here are all the biggest events happening in the Pokemon mobile game next month.
  
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• Russia Invades Ukraine: Latest Updates as Talks in Belarus End - CNET

  28-02-2022 20:06
  
  A look at breaking news on the invasion and at the US and international response.
  
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• Apple sees iPhone growth in Europe while Samsung sales shrink during 2021

  28-02-2022 20:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The competition is heating up between smartphone providers in Europe. iPhone growth remained steady as Samsung, the current leader, saw a decline in sales. Strategy Analytics uncovered data on smartphone sales in Europe in 2021.more…
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• Panasonic To Start Tesla 4680 Cell Production in March of 2024, Report Says - Roadshow

  28-02-2022 19:56
  
  Tesla makes big claims about the 4680, including reduced production costs and up to 16% more range.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S22 Devices Prove More Breakable Than iPhone 13 in Drop Test

  28-02-2022 19:32 via macrumors.com
  
  Samsung's Galaxy S22 devices appear to be more prone to damage when dropped than Apple's iPhone 13 models, according to drop tests conducted by Allstate Protection Plans. With major new smartphone releases, Allstate does the same set of drop tests to determine the degree of front, back, and side damage when a device hits the ground, and the testing indicates the iPhone's design is more durable.
  When dropped face-down, the S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra displays shattered on the first six-foot drop ont
  
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• Apple reportedly plans hybrid ‘MacPad’ with 20-inch folding display

  28-02-2022 19:05 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is reportedly working a new hybrid “MacPad” device that will combine the features of an iPad with a MacBook while making use of a 20-inch folding display.Ariel Zilber for The New York Post:The Cupertino, California-based company is reportedly considering two options for its new “iPad-MacBook hybrid”. One possibility is that it could feature a single foldable screen that is attached to a physical keyboard.
  But Apple appears to be leaning toward a second design, in wh
  
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• Best Personal Loans for March 2022 - CNET

  28-02-2022 18:57
  
  Consolidating debt? A personal loan can be a more affordable alternative than credit cards.
  
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• 'The Batman' Review: Gripping Serial Killer Chiller Is Darkest Knight Ever - CNET

  28-02-2022 18:52
  
  Robert Pattinson ratchets up the tension in the slow-burning but intense Batman movie.
  
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• Pokemon Presents Recap: Scarlet and Violet, Pokemon Legends Update and More - CNET

  28-02-2022 18:45
  
  The 14-minute dose of Pokemon reveals took place on the franchise's 26th anniversary.
  
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• Best Cheap TV Deals: Save Over $150 on TCL 4-Series, $170 on Amazon Omni Series and More - CNET

  28-02-2022 18:33
  
  The best prices you'll find out there on no-frills smart TVs.
  
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• Apple Defends App Store Changes in the Netherlands as Fines Reach €30 Million

  28-02-2022 18:32 via macrumors.com
  
  Amid an ongoing dispute with the Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) in the Netherlands over the App Store, Apple has defended its plan to require app developers to submit an additional app binary for the Dutch storefront if they wish to use a third-party payment processing method.
  The ACM has ruled that Apple must allow dating apps in the Netherlands to use third-party payment processing systems. This differs from developers elsewhere in the world who must use Apple's in-app purchasing sy
  
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• Best Wireless Home Security Cameras for 2022 - CNET

  28-02-2022 18:30
  
  These developers solved the power problem for their outdoor cameras. Toss the wires and install one of these wireless smart security cams.
  
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• Deals: Get the Previous Gen Apple TV 4K for $99.99 (Prime Members Only)

  28-02-2022 18:24 via macrumors.com
  
  Woot today has Apple's previous generation Apple TV 4K (32GB) in new condition, priced at $99.99 for Amazon Prime members and at $109.99 for everyone else. When this device originally launched in 2017 it was priced at $179.00.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Woot. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.If you're a Prime member, you can sign into your account on Woot by clicking "sign in with Amazon" on the Accou
  
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• NASA Rover Spots Unreal Mars 'Flower' Formation - CNET

  28-02-2022 18:22
  
  There are no coral reefs or fossilized flowers on Mars, but there's a lookalike.
  
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• Apple's Rumored March Event: We Could See an iPhone SE 3 Next Week - CNET

  28-02-2022 18:11
  
  From a budget iPhone to an iPad Air to some new Macs, here are all the devices Apple might show off at its next event.
  
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• New 'Morbius' Trailer Gives Us a Little More Michael Keaton - CNET

  28-02-2022 17:59
  
  Spider-Man villain the Vulture apparently has some advice for Marvel's vampire antihero played by Jared Leto.
  
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• Monday’s best deals: Prev-gen. Apple TV 4K $100, Beats Fit Pro refurb $130, Anker gear, more

  28-02-2022 17:55 via 9to5mac.com
  
  All of this week’s best deals are now up for the taking for Monday, with an Apple TV 4K discount dropping to $100. That’s alongside the latest batch of Anker iPhone essentials from $13 and a chance to score the refurbished Beats Fit Pro for $130. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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• TikTok videos can now be 9 minutes longer than nature intended

  28-02-2022 17:42 via 9to5mac.com
  
  After testing a new max length for TikTok videos, the Chinese app just announced it’s rolling out the ability for users to upload up to 10 minutes of content in a single post. This is the first major change of the app since it adopted three minutes long videos last July.more…
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• Morbius' new trailer gives us a little more Michael Keaton - CNET

  28-02-2022 17:39
  
  Spider-Man villain the Vulture apparently has some advice for Marvel's vampire anti-hero.
  
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