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• NASA Webb Space Telescope Target: Possibly the Youngest Exoplanet Ever Found - CNET

  10-08-2022 23:40
  
  If this foreign world really exists, it would challenge our known theories of planet formation.
  
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• Dominic Monaghan Says the Appeal of 'Moonhaven' Is Its Flourishing View of the Future - CNET

  10-08-2022 23:29
  
  The Lord of the Rings actor plays a detective in a new AMC Plus series that takes place 100 years in the future.
  
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• Disney Plus is Raising Prices and Introducing an Ad-Supported Tier - CNET

  10-08-2022 23:24
  
  You'll have to pay more if you want to keep an ad-free version of Disney Plus starting in December.
  
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• Apple Signs Deal With Podcaster Futuro Studios, Report Says - CNET

  10-08-2022 23:21
  
  The tech giant has apparently agreed to fund development and production of podcasts in exchange for the chance to turn them into film or TV shows.
  
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• Apple Reportedly Signs Deal With Podcaster Futuro Studios - CNET

  10-08-2022 23:21
  
  The tech giant has apparently agreed to fund development and production of podcasts in exchange for chance to turn them into film or TV shows.
  
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• Disney Raising Price of Disney+ Subscription to $10.99 and Launching $7.99 Ad-Supported Tier

  10-08-2022 23:09 via macrumors.com
  
  Disney today announced that it is increasing the cost of its ad-free Disney+ subscription by 38 percent, raising the price from $7.99 per month to $10.99 per month. This is the most significant price increase Disney has introduced since the 2019 launch of the service.
  The price of the ad-free plan is increasing to $10.99 per month because Disney is also launching a new ad-supported tier that will be available for $7.99 per month. The price change and the new ad-supported streaming tier will go i
  
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• Apple expands original podcasts investment as it hunts for compelling stories to adapt into TV+ shows

  10-08-2022 23:06 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is continuing to invest in original podcast production. Bloomberg today reported that Apple has signed a deal with award-winning production companyFuturo Studios.
  Under the arrangement, Apple funds Futuro’s development of new podcasts but retains rights to the intellectual property to convert any of the works into video content — television shows and movies — for its streaming service Apple TV+.more…
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• Apple Cracks Down on Websites Sharing iOS 16 Developer Beta

  10-08-2022 23:00 via macrumors.com
  
  Two websites that provided download links for pre-release Apple software like iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS Ventura, and tvOS 16 have shut down in recent weeks, including BetaProfiles.com and IPSW.dev. Both websites are no longer accessible.
  In a tweet, BetaProfiles.com said it shut down to avoid a "legal battle with Apple," but it's not clear if the website (or IPSW.dev) actually received any threat of legal action from Apple or if the websites shut down on a precautionary basis. Apple, BetaProfiles
  
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• Disney+ getting more expensive in US despite new ad-supported tier

  10-08-2022 22:57 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Earlier this year, rumors pointed to an ad-supported Disney+ tier, which would presumably make the service more affordable for people. On Wednesday, Disney confirmed its plans to launch a new ad-supported tier during a call with investors. However, despite the new subscription plan, Disney+ is getting more expensive in the United States.more…
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• Galaxy Z Fold 4: Samsung Is Getting a Better Idea of Who Foldable Phones Are For - CNET

  10-08-2022 22:52
  
  The Galaxy Z Fold 4 gets a wider cover screen and S22-like cameras, but you have to shell out a serious chunk of change.
  
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• Apple is primed for long-term growth in huge Indian market

  10-08-2022 22:38 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is gaining traction in India thanks to the growing adoption of 5G smartphones, sales of which are expected to take off in India in the next five years. Apple’s Indian manufacturing efforts could help it amass a bigger share of that huge market.Harsh Chauhan for The Motley Fool:Emerging markets were one of the reasons behind Apple’s resilient iPhone sales performance last quarter. CEO Tim Cook said on the latest earnings conference call that Apple witnessed “very strong do
  
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• 59 Weird Objects Seen on Mars, Explained - CNET

  10-08-2022 22:38
  
  From a secret doorway to a cannonball, entertaining images from Mars amuse scientists and excite conspiracy theorists and alien fans.
  
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• Apple moves closer to erasing 2022 losses on better-than-feared inflation data

  10-08-2022 22:25 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is closing in on erasing its losses for the year as better-than-feared inflation data fueled a rally in the stock market Wednesday.The headline consumer price index (CPI) for July rose 8.5% year over year, remaining at a near 40-year high. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones were expecting increases of 8.7%.
  Bloomberg News:The iPhone-maker gained as much as 2.4% to $168.83 as investors piled back into stocks on bets the Federal Reserve could dial back the size of future interest-rate hikes af
  
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• Ford Increases Base F-150 Lightning Range, Raises Price Across the Board - CNET

  10-08-2022 22:24
  
  As the automaker reopens reservations on the F-150 Lightning, new customers can expect to pay between $6,000 and $8,500 more for the electric pickup.
  
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• 'House of the Dragon' Will Be 'Succession' With Dragons, Says Showrunner - CNET

  10-08-2022 21:30
  
  The writers of HBO's Game of Thrones prequel looked to Succession and The Crown for inspiration.
  
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• Updated Lamborghini Urus Sets New Pikes Peak Record - CNET

  10-08-2022 21:26
  
  It beat the Bentley Bentayga's record by 17 seconds.
  
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• Camouflaged Lamborghini Urus Facelift Stands Out at Pikes Peak - CNET

  10-08-2022 21:26
  
  The updated Urus set a new record time at Pikes Peak.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and 5 Pro: See How They Compare to the Galaxy Watch 4 - CNET

  10-08-2022 21:24
  
  Samsung launched two new Galaxy Watch 5 watches, so we compare them to last year's Galaxy Watch 4.
  
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• New Webb Telescope Target: Possibly the Youngest Exoplanet Ever Detected - CNET

  10-08-2022 21:23
  
  If this foreign world really exists, it would challenge our known theories of planet formation.
  
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• Best iPad Deals: Latest iPad and iPad Mini at All-Time Low Prices - CNET

  10-08-2022 21:11
  
  You'll find big discounts at Amazon and Target right now on all of Apple's tablets.
  
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• Best Car Lifts for Home Garages in 2022 - CNET

  10-08-2022 21:00
  
  From offering you easier car maintenance to additional vehicle storage, a home garage car lift is a dream for every car enthusiast.
  
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• Analysis Suggests Instagram Tracks User Web Activity Through In-App Browser

  10-08-2022 20:58 via macrumors.com
  
  A new analysis of the Instagram app has suggested that every time a user clicks a link within the app, Instagram is capable of monitoring all of their interactions, text selections, and even text input, such as passwords and private credit card details within websites inside the app.
  The analysis conducted by Felix Krause found that both Instagram and Facebook on iOS use their own in-app browser, rather than the one offered by Apple for third-party apps. Most apps use Apple's Safari for loading
  
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• Passkeys: Try out Apple’s password replacement with macOS Ventura‌ and iOS 16

  10-08-2022 20:50 via macdailynews.com
  
  Based on industry standards for account authentication, passkeys are easier to use than passwords and far more secure. Developers are adopting passkeys to give people a simple, secure way to sign in to their apps and websites across platforms — with no passwords required.Since signing in with passkeys uses AutoFill and Face ID or Touch ID for biometric verification, the transition to passkeys is seamless.
  Sami Fathi for MacRumors:When you go to a website on your iPhone or iPad running &zwn
  
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• 'Paper Girls' Review: Newsies vs. Terminator, but Don't Mention 'Stranger Things' - CNET

  10-08-2022 20:50
  
  An engaging young cast power Amazon's entertaining sci-fi show, but it could do with more energy and urgency.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Z Flip 3: Comparing the Foldable Phones, Spec by Spec - CNET

  10-08-2022 20:29
  
  It's all about that improved cover screen.
  
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• Anker’s new PowerCore 24K power bank sports a 140W USB-C PD output for MacBook charging

  10-08-2022 20:21 via 9to5toys.com
  
  Just after seeing Anker launch its new GaNPrime series earlier in the summer, Anker is now back today with the debut of one of its most capable portable power banks to date. Arriving with an impressive 24,000mAh of capacity, the new fittingly-named PowerCore 24K packs an140W charging output for topping off everything from iPhones to MacBooks. more…
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• Google Fiber Is Growing Again - CNET

  10-08-2022 20:15
  
  The service is expanding into five new states.
  
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• iPhone 14 Pro Predicted to Start With Increased 256GB Storage Alongside Rumored Price Increase

  10-08-2022 20:14 via macrumors.com
  
  Earlier today, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claimed iPhone 14 Pro models will be more expensive than iPhone 13 Pro models. Kuo did not reveal exact pricing, but he said that the average selling price of all four iPhone 14 models will increase by about 15% overall.
  While higher prices would be disappointing for customers, it is possible the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max will offer increased storage in return for the extra cost. In June, Taiwanese research firm TrendForce predicted that iPhone 14 Pr
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: August 10, 2022 – AirPods updates, more on Apple Card

  10-08-2022 20:13 via 9to5mac.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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• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: How Does It Compare to the Older Models? - CNET

  10-08-2022 20:09
  
  We let the specs do the talking. Here's how the Galaxy Z Fold 4 stacks up against the Z Fold 3 and Z Fold 2.
  
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• See Death Valley's 1,000-Year Flood From Space - CNET

  10-08-2022 20:07
  
  Furnace Creek was more like Flood Creek after an epic rain in the national park.
  
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• Samsung's $230 Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Get Hi-Fi Audio, if You Have the Right Phone - CNET

  10-08-2022 20:07
  
  Samsung's new Pro wireless earbuds highlight studio sound, but claims that a Galaxy phone will be required to get the most out of them.
  
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• iOS 15.6: All the iPhone Updates You'll Get After Downloading - CNET

  10-08-2022 20:06
  
  Apple's latest software upgrade is ready to be installed on your iPhone.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 Gets $150 Price Cut: Now's the Time to Try a Foldable Phone - CNET

  10-08-2022 20:03
  
  As Samsung unveils the new Galaxy Z Flip 4 at today's Unpacked event, it gives last year's already affordable Z Flip 3 a discount.
  
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• AirPods Pro 2: Complete guide to Apple’s next high-end earbuds

  10-08-2022 19:54 via macworld.com
  
  The original AirPods Pro were introduced in October 2019, two and a half years ago. How long will we have to wait for Apple to update the AirPods Pro and unveil its second generation of premium wireless earbuds?The AirPods are extremely popular products, so it seems bizarre that Apple leaves it so long between updates. The standard AirPods also went two and a half years between their second edition in March 2019 and the third in October 2021 (you may be interested to read our 2021 AirPods revie
  
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• Peloton Crash: Exercise Platform Experiences Major Outages - CNET

  10-08-2022 19:52
  
  Peloton says it's implemented a fix and is monitoring the situation.
  
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• Porsche Taycan Turbo S Beats Tesla Model S Plaid's Nürburgring Record - CNET

  10-08-2022 19:48
  
  The record-setting Taycan was fitted with a newly available performance kit.
  
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• Samsung drops Classic watch for rugged Pro version ahead of Apple Watch Series 8 Pro

  10-08-2022 19:39 via 9to5mac.com
  
  During its Unpacked event, Samsung introduced the new Galaxy Watch5 and Galaxy Watch5 Pro. These new smartwatches will sure be tough competition for the upcoming Apple Watch Series 8. But, in addition to that, they also show what innovations Apple will likely bring with Series 8 and the rumored Apple Watch Pro.more…
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• Monkeypox Vaccine: Health Officials Trying New Method to Increase Supply - CNET

  10-08-2022 19:37
  
  The FDA authorizes a new way to administer Jynneos, as the US continues to struggle with supply of the vaccine. Here's what to know about monkeypox vaccination.
  
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• The 2022 Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week With a Shooting Star Spectacular - CNET

  10-08-2022 19:25
  
  The king of meteor showers will fight with the moon for your attention this weekend.
  
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• Dark Brandon: Why White House Officials Are Tweeting Images of Joe Biden With Laser Eyes - CNET

  10-08-2022 19:21
  
  Everything you need to know about the viral Joe Biden meme.
  
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• Outfit Your Whole Home for Less Through This Philips Hue Lighting Sale - CNET

  10-08-2022 19:16
  
  These factory reconditioned options are easy to set up and let you customize your space for less.
  
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• Steve Martin documentary set at Apple TV+

  10-08-2022 19:12 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple Original Films, for Apple TV+, has inked a deal for a two-part documentary film exploring the life and career of the legendary Steve Martin.
  Comedy legend and banjo player Steve Martin
  Denise Petski for Deadline:Martin is working on the docu with Oscar winner Morgan Neville (20 Feet From Stardom, Won’t You Be My Neighbor), who directs and produces the as-yet untitled films from A24 and Tremolo Productions. A24 will executive produce alongside Tremolo’s Caitrin Rogers (20 Feet f
  
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• 10 Great Places to Shop for Your Back-to-School Wardrobe - CNET

  10-08-2022 19:00
  
  Changing up your back-to-school wardrobe? Check out some of our favorite stores to shop this school year.
  
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• Samsung's $299 Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Get Hi-Fi Audio, if You Have the Right Phone - CNET

  10-08-2022 18:59
  
  Samsung's new Pro wireless earbuds highlight studio sound, but claims that a Galaxy phone will be required to get the most out of them.
  
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• United Makes $10M Deposit on 100 Flying Taxis From Archer - CNET

  10-08-2022 18:33
  
  Electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft -- or eVTOLs -- are getting heavy investment from commercial airlines.
  
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• iOS 16 Will Show Live Scores From NBA, MLB, and Premier League Games on iPhone's Lock Screen

  10-08-2022 18:17 via macrumors.com
  
  One of iOS 16's most useful new features is Live Activities, which are essentially live notifications on the Lock Screen. The new feature will allow users to keep track of things happening in real time, such as the score of a sports game, the progress of an Uber ride, or the status of a food delivery order, right from the Lock Screen.
  Live Activities will be available for NBA, MLB, and Premier League games in select countries, according to fine print on the iOS 16 features page. Apple says Live
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: New Camera and Design, Same $1,800 Price - CNET

  10-08-2022 18:05
  
  The Galaxy Z Fold 4 gets a wider cover screen and S22-like cameras, but you have to shell out a serious chunk of change.
  
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• Samsung's New Galaxy Z Flip 4 Evolves Its Design: How It's Changed Since the Flip 3 - CNET

  10-08-2022 18:02
  
  It's all about that improved cover screen.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Specs vs. Watch 5, Watch 4: Comparing the New Watches - CNET

  10-08-2022 18:00
  
  Samsung's launched two new Galaxy Watch 5 watches, so we compare them to last year's Galaxy Watch 4.
  
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