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• Google Play Store Will Hide Apps That Haven't Been Updated In Years - CNET

  07-04-2022 23:59
  
  Google is adding new Play Store requirements for app developers: update your apps to work with the latest Android version or new users won't see or be able to download those apps.
  
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• Here's How to Play Trivia Quest, Netflix's New Interactive Show - CNET

  07-04-2022 23:47
  
  The series adapts the popular mobile game Trivia Crack and joins other interactive offerings on the streamer, including Black Mirror: Bandersnatch.
  
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• Which Apple announcements are you most looking forward to during WWDC 2022?

  07-04-2022 23:41 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple’s WWDC 2022 keynote already has an announced date: June 6. In a couple of months from now, the Cupertino company will likely unveil iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS 13, watchOS 9, tvOS 16, and (maybe) even more. Which Apple announcements are you most looking forward to during WWDC 2022?more…
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• Check out these iMessage tips and tricks

  07-04-2022 23:28 via macdailynews.com
  
  Since Apple’s iMessage release over a decade ago, billions of messages have been sent. 9to5Mac‘s Allison McDaniel offers some tips and tricks to up your iMessaging game.Allison McDaniel for 9to5Mac:Sometimes a message simply doesn’t need an answer back but you’d like to acknowledge it anyway. That’s where reactions [Tapbacks] come in handy. By long-pressing on a message, you can love, thumbs up, thumbs down, laugh, emphasize, or question. Long-pressing also allows y
  
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• Tom Hiddleston to star in new Apple Original limited series ‘The White Darkness’

  07-04-2022 23:11 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple TV+ today announced a series order for “The White Darkness,” a new limited series starring Tom Hiddleston (“The Essex Serpent,” “Loki”), who will also serve as executive producer, and based on David Grann’s nonfiction work of the same name.
  Tom Hiddleston is set to executive produce and star in the new Apple Original limited series “The White Darkness,” based on an acclaimed book by David Grann and developed by Soo Hugh, who will co-sho
  
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• New Snapchat Filter Teaches Users American Sign Language - CNET

  07-04-2022 22:40
  
  The ASL Alphabet lens shows users how to fingerspell their name, practice the ASL alphabet and test their sign-language fluency.
  
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• Plex merges content from any service with new Discover and Universal Watchlist [U: Kid account concerns]

  07-04-2022 22:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Plex is out today with a big update to its platform UI including its Apple TV and Android TV apps. The changes bring two new sections called Plex Discover and Universal Watchlist to offer a more seamless experience finding, saving, and watching movies and TV shows no matter what service they’re on.
  Update 4/7: Plex users have spoken out about an issue for children with the new Watchlist being a backdoor into watching restricted content.more…
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• iOS 15.5 Beta: Every Change That Could Hit Your iPhone (Eventually) - CNET

  07-04-2022 22:30
  
  The first developer beta tweaks Apple Pay and adds SportsKit Support.
  
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• The Unsung Force Digging Through Misinformation - CNET

  07-04-2022 22:28
  
  They're shining a light on QAnon, anti-vaxxing disinformation, and other conspiracy theories.
  
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• Google's Multisearch Helps You Find That Thing You Can't Describe - CNET

  07-04-2022 22:14
  
  The feature uses artificial intelligence to help people find what they're looking for through more intuitive means.
  
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• iPhone 13 vs. iPhone 13 Pro: What the $200 difference buys you

  07-04-2022 22:06 via macworld.com
  
  If you’re looking to buy the latest iPhone, you have a tough choice to make. Buy an iPhone 13 or splurge on an iPhone 13 Pro?
  If you want the smallest possible iPhone, the answer is simple—you have no choice but the iPhone 13 mini. You don’t have much choice if you want the biggest iPhone, either—that’s the iPhone 13 Pro Max. But the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro are the same sizes.
  With the iPhone 13 starting at $829 ($799 with carrier activation) and the iPhone 13
  
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• Analysis Group economists find third-party apps see global success on Apple’s App Store

  07-04-2022 22:02 via macdailynews.com
  
  Today, economists at Analysis Group published a new report on the proliferation of third-party apps on the App Store, with new insights into how third-party apps perform in categories ranging from maps to music streaming, among others. The report finds that third-party apps experience broad regional and global success on the App Store, demonstrating the breadth of opportunity for developers and the wide range of choice available to consumers around the world.Since the App Store’s launch mo
  
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• Twitter Launches 'Unmention' Feature That Lets You Untag Yourself From Any Tweet - CNET

  07-04-2022 21:38
  
  For now, the feature is available for select accounts on the web version of Twitter.
  
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• iPhone Battery Draining Fast? iOS 15.4.1 Has a Fix - CNET

  07-04-2022 21:34
  
  This small new update also mends a security flaw.
  
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• BlackBerry settles lawsuit over exaggerating BlackBerry 10’s success and profitability

  07-04-2022 21:23 via macdailynews.com
  
  BlackBerry said on Thursday it had agreed to pay $165 million to settle a class action lawsuit brought against it over eight years ago for allegedly defrauding shareholders by exaggerating BlackBerry 10 smartphones’ success and profitability.
  BlackBerry tweeted from their Apple iPhone in 2015
  Reuters:Under the agreement, which requires a judge’s approval, the payment will be made to settle claims brought on behalf of those who bought the company’s shares between March 28, 2013
  
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• Apple brings modern automation to iWork for Mac with Shortcuts

  07-04-2022 21:11 via 9to5mac.com
  
  What we thought was only a minor update for the iWork suite actually brought an important feature to macOS Monterey users. Pages, Numbers, and Keynote now offer Shortcuts automation with version 12.0. Here’s everything you need to know about it.more…
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• Apple updates Pages, Numbers, and Keynote for Mac, iPad, and iPhone

  07-04-2022 21:09 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple on Thursday updated its iWork suite — Pages, Keynote, and Numbers — for macOS, iOS, and iPadOS.Wesley Hilliard for AppleInsider:The word processing application Pages now has the ability to publish directly to Apple Books with file sizes up to 2GB. Users also get more options for placing page numbers and setting font size.
  The spreadsheet application Numbers has been updated with the ability to capture snapshots of table cells without formulas, categories, or hidden values. The
  
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• Snapchat is teaching users American Sign Language through AR

  07-04-2022 21:08 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Snapchat is introducing a new ASL alphabet learning lens called “Sign With Snap.” The lens will teach you how to “fingerspell your name, practice the ASL Alphabet, and play games that put new skills to the test”. more…
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• Senate Confirms Ketanji Brown Jackson as First Black Woman on Supreme Court - CNET

  07-04-2022 21:02
  
  Jackson will be only the third Black justice in the court's 233-year history.
  
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• Mario Golf N64 Is Coming to Nintendo Switch Online Next Week - CNET

  07-04-2022 21:00
  
  The classic Nintendo 64 sports game arrives on Apr. 15.
  
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• Russia's War on Ukraine, Updates: UN Suspends Russia From Human Rights Council - CNET

  07-04-2022 20:48
  
  A look at recent news on the war, along with the US and international response.
  
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• Apple Support app updated with support for Business Essentials customers with AppleCare+

  07-04-2022 20:35 via 9to5mac.com
  
  After updating the iWork suite, Apple is also bringing the Apple Support app to version 4.6. This update makes the app available for Business Essentials customers with Apple Care+ alongside performance enhancements.more…
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• Best Dell Laptop Deals: Save $300 on an XPS 13, $285 on a G15 - CNET

  07-04-2022 20:33
  
  Shopping for a new laptop? Check out these deep discounts at Dell.
  
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• Apple tests allowing developers to automatically charge users for subscription price increases

  07-04-2022 20:26 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple may be preparing to change how iOS subscriptions operate a developer increases prices. Disney+ seems to have begun informing users of upcoming price changes and then automatically opting them in which is different from how subscription price increases are normally handled.Sarah Perz for TechCurnch:In most other cases, a customer is presented with options to either agree to the new, higher price or visit the subscriptions management page to cancel the service. If customers ignore this warni
  
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• Disney World Unveils Affordable Housing Project in Florida - CNET

  07-04-2022 20:20
  
  About 1,300 units are planned for near the theme parks.
  
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• Disney World Unveils Affordable Housing Plan in Florida - CNET

  07-04-2022 20:20
  
  About 1,300 units are planned for near the theme parks.
  
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• The Best Cat Toys, According to Our Favorite Felines - CNET

  07-04-2022 19:45
  
  Cats are notoriously tricky to shop for, so we asked our CNET team to share which toys their kitties are purrfectly crazy about.
  
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• See Mars Go Dark in NASA Rover Video of a Rowdy Dust Cloud - CNET

  07-04-2022 19:39
  
  The red planet sure knows how to kick up a dust fuss.
  
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• Spotify Car Thing update adds the ability to control other media apps, answer phone calls

  07-04-2022 19:31 via 9to5google.com
  
  While Spotify’s Car Thing device isn’t exactly pointless, it certainly has a narrow use case as we detailed in our recent review. Now, Spotify Car Thing is picking up its first major update with the ability to answer phone calls, control other apps, and more.more…
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• 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Gets Standard AWD - Roadshow

  07-04-2022 19:27
  
  Standard AWD gives it a small edge over the competition, most of which charge extra for the feature.
  
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• Apple Hires Economists to Argue Its Own Apps Aren't the Most Popular In Its App Store - CNET

  07-04-2022 19:19
  
  The independent economists from Analysis Group found Apple's apps represent a "relatively small share" of usage.
  
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• Peacock Gets 18 Sunday Morning MLB Games in 2022 - CNET

  07-04-2022 19:12
  
  All baseball fans are about to learn the joys of morning baseball.
  
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• Best Crib Mattress for 2022 - CNET

  07-04-2022 19:00
  
  These mattresses for every budget will help your baby sleep safe and sound.
  
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• Apple cites report showing third-party apps often beat built-in services amid scrutiny

  07-04-2022 19:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is out with a new press release and report today in which it again touts the success of third-party apps on the App Store. The study, which was conducted by the Analysis Group and funded by Apple, concludes that “third-party apps experience broad regional and global success on the App Store.”Interestingly, however, Apple is taking the strategy of downplaying the success of its own, first-party apps…more…
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• Hubble Spots Face-Melting Hot Weather on 'Bloated Jupiter-Sized Worlds' - CNET

  07-04-2022 18:51
  
  They have the hottest planetary atmospheres seen yet, NASA says.
  
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• Save Up to $65 on Easy-to-Install 2nd-Gen Ring Alarm Kits at Amazon Now - CNET

  07-04-2022 18:40
  
  This kit comes with a base station, keypad, motion detector and more to keep your home secure and give you peace of mind.
  
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• Cyberpunk 2077 Is Down to Just $5 on Xbox and PlayStation for Today Only - CNET

  07-04-2022 18:31
  
  Save $25 off the popular, futuristic open-world game where you'll play as a mercenary with cybernetic enhancements.
  
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• 'Sonic 2' Director and Star Want the Movie to Bring You on an Emotional Journey - CNET

  07-04-2022 18:30
  
  Actor Ben Schwartz and director Jeff Fowler talk about the sense of danger Knuckles brings to the movie, the friendship between Sonic and Tails, and their favorite game references.
  
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• Apple's iMessage Should Copy This New WhatsApp Feature - CNET

  07-04-2022 18:28
  
  Commentary: WhatsApp now works -- with encryption -- across any device with a web browser. Hopefully more messaging apps do this too.
  
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• Apple TV+ introduces broadcasters for ‘Friday Night Baseball’ beginning April 8th

  07-04-2022 18:14 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple today announced the lineup of broadcasters and production enhancements for “Friday Night Baseball,” which leads off tomorrow, April 8, only on Apple TV+. Fans can access “Friday Night Baseball” games and additional content, including new exclusive programs such as “Countdown to First Pitch” and “MLB Daily Recap,” beginning today in the Apple TV app.
  Fans can tune in to two games on Friday nights during the regular season, available only on Ap
  
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• Apple TV+ ‘Friday Night Baseball’ starts this Friday, here’s the game plan for broadcasts and production

  07-04-2022 18:14 via 9to5mac.com
  
  During the “Peek Performance” event, Apple announced Friday Night Baseball would be coming to Apple TV+. With MLB games starting this Friday, the company finally unveiled its production details and broadcast team. In addition, new exclusive programs such as Countdown to First Pitch and MLB Daily Recap are also coming to the streaming service.more…
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• Pokemon Go Spring Into Spring Event: Flower Crown Togetic, Bonuses and More - CNET

  07-04-2022 18:00
  
  Pokemon Go's annual spring celebration returns from Apr. 12 to Apr. 18.
  
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• iPad Air 5 falls to new low at $70 off in Thursday’s best deals, MagSafe car mounts $34, more

  07-04-2022 17:54 via 9to5mac.com
  
  All of today’s best deals are headlined by Apple’s just-released iPad Air 5 at a new low of $70 off. That’s alongside a pair of Tesla-ready Spigen MagSafe car mounts at $34 and a $300 discount on the DJI FPV Drone. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.more…
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• The case for Apple Books vs Kindle – which is best for you?

  07-04-2022 17:50 via 9to5mac.com
  
  I have been using Kindle for most of my e-book needs for the last decade. The last few years, I have been reading on aas it offers additional capabilities than a Paperwhite for a more affordable price tag. Since becoming an Apple user in that time, it’s hard to get over the all-in-one seamless user experience of Apple Books. Now that Apple’s Friday Night Baseball is bringing content to Apple Books, is it a good idea to switch from Kindle? more…
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• Apple releases feature updates to Pages, Keynote, and Numbers with productivity improvements and more

  07-04-2022 17:48 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Six months after the last update on the iWork suite, Apple is releasing a new version of Pages, Numbers, and Keynote to iPhone, iPad, and Mac users. Here’s everything you need to know about version 12.0.more…
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• 'Moon Knight' Episode 2 Recap: Oscar Isaac Suits Up to Battle New Marvel Threat - CNET

  07-04-2022 17:45
  
  The Disney Plus Marvel Cinematic Universe show gives its hero a dapper new persona.
  
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• Best Buy Laptop Sale: Save Up To $350 on a Surface Pro 8, Lenovo Yoga 7i and More - CNET

  07-04-2022 17:39
  
  Shop some serious savings on several of our favorite Windows laptops of the year.
  
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• Scientists Say 50,000 Spider Species Have Now Been Discovered - CNET

  07-04-2022 17:34
  
  We're probably about halfway there when it comes to discovering all the spider species on the planet.
  
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• Apple Myeongdong opens in South Korea on April 9th

  07-04-2022 17:34 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple today previewed Apple Myeongdong, a new retail store located in the center of Seoul’s vibrant and bustling shopping district. Serving as Apple’s largest store in South Korea, this new space will invite customers to discover Apple’s latest products, receive best-in-class support from highly knowledgeable Apple Specialists, and participate in educational Today at Apple sessions.
  Apple Myeongdong, Apple’s newest location in South Korea, opens this Saturday, April 9.
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• 2023 Kia Telluride Will Debut April 13 in New York - Roadshow

  07-04-2022 17:19
  
  Expect to see a new dashboard layout with a pair of screens.
  
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