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• On Mars, a Massive Asteroid Collision May Have Caused a 'Megatsunami' - CNET

  01-12-2022 23:56
  The solar system smash was similar to Earth's Chicxulub impact, which ended the reign of the dinosaurs.
  
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• Best Car Insurance Companies for December 2022 - CNET

  01-12-2022 23:49
  Choosing the right auto insurer can save you hundreds of dollars per year.
  
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• Apple Reportedly Gave its AR/VR Software a Real Name: Here's What That Tells Us - CNET

  01-12-2022 23:43
  The new operating system name could confirm the direction of Apple's AR, VR headsets.
  
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• Apple Watch Ultra vs Series 8 vs SE: What’s the best pick for the holidays?

  01-12-2022 23:41 via 9to5mac.com
  There’s more variety than ever before with the 2022 Apple Watch lineup thanks to the new Ultra model and updated SE. That means there’s a lot to consider between the latest wearables and also their predecessors. Read on for a detailed look atvs Series 8 vs SE, and more to figure out what’s the best pick for you or someone you’re shopping for.more…
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• Apple’s AR/VR headset: Operating system renamed to xrOS as release inches closer

  01-12-2022 23:34 via macworld.com
  
  It’s looking more and more like Apple’s next big thing won’t be something that fits in your pocket or a bag. Rather it could be another wearable device. Analysts Ming Chi-Kuo said in 2021 that Apple’s “goal is to replace the ‌iPhone‌ with AR in 10 years.” Here’s everything we know so far about Apple’s rumored mixed-reality headset.Apple AR/VR headset: Latest rumorsDecember 1, 2022: In another scoop for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman reports that
  
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• 'The Mandalorian' Season 3 Gets March 2023 Release Date on Disney Plus - CNET

  01-12-2022 23:33
  Grogu and his armored dad return to the streaming service early next year.
  
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• MyHeritage's 'AI Time Machine' Sends Your Face Back in Time - CNET

  01-12-2022 23:25
  I am slightly haunted by the results.
  
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• Ancient Owl Plaques May've Been Toys, Not Religious Relics - CNET

  01-12-2022 23:15
  A new paper says archeologists might've been mistaking 5,000-year-old knickknacks for idols of goddesses.
  
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• 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' Trailer Takes Marvel Back to Space - CNET

  01-12-2022 23:09
  CCXP22 brings the first look at the next Guardians movie, from James Gunn, Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Will Poulter and chums.
  
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• Finished '1899'? You Need to Watch the Best Show on Netflix - CNET

  01-12-2022 23:04
  From the creators of 1899, it's one of the best shows ever made.
  
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• Apple stock set to rally into year end?

  01-12-2022 23:02 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s stock chart currently paints a pretty picture. After hitting a 52-week low back in June, AAPL shares came close to retaking all-time highs in August before dipping again during autumn. But crucially, the dip came nowhere near June’s low and are now continuing to move up higher. 
Sam Quirke for MarketBeat:Visually and technically speaking, it’s clear that Apple’s stock is setting higher lows. This is one of the most bullish patterns a stock can form and
  
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• '1899' on Netflix: That Mind-Blowing Ending Explained - CNET

  01-12-2022 22:55
  1899 went weird. In a good way.
  
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• StableDiffusion can generate an image on Apple Silicon Macs in under 18 seconds, thanks to new optimizations in macOS 13.1

  01-12-2022 22:41 via 9to5mac.com
  On its machine learning blog, Apple announced resounding support for the StableDiffusion project. This includes updates in the just-released macOS 13.1 beta 4 and iOS 16.2 beta 4 to improve performance running these models on Apple Silicon chips.
  Apple also published extensive document and sample code to show how to convert source StableDiffusion models into a native Core ML format.more…
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• Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Trailer Shows De-Aged Harrison Ford - CNET

  01-12-2022 22:41
  The film will show both the younger and older Indy thanks to CGI.
  
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• Marvel's 'Guardians of the Galaxy': How Did Nebula Get Bucky's Arm? - CNET

  01-12-2022 22:39
  The Winter Soldier's vibranium arm made an interesting appearance in the holiday special. Director James Gunn provides an answer to why.
  
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• Best E Ink Tablets for 2022: Amazon's Kindle Scribe Is Here - CNET

  01-12-2022 22:26
  Amazon joins our list with the inclusion of its new Kindle Scribe and we'll tell you how it stacks up against the competition.
  
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• Apple renames mixed-reality software ‘xrOS’ ahead of expected AR/VR headset

  01-12-2022 22:19 via macdailynews.com
  Apple has long been known to be working on a mixed-reality headset, its first major new product category since the Apple Watch, and has renamed the accompanying software, “xrOS,” ahead of the new hardware’s expected debut.
  Apple VR/AR headset concept by Antonio DeRosa
  Mark Gurman for Bloomberg News:The company plans to introduce the headset as early as next year, along with a dedicated operating system and app store for third-party software, according to people with knowledge o
  
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• Bloomberg: Apple’s upcoming mixed reality headset will run on ‘xrOS’ platform

  01-12-2022 22:07 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple is expected to unveil its mixed reality handset project as soon as spring. Now Bloomberg is reporting that Apple has settled on a name for the operating system that will power the product: xrOS.more…
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• Best Grills for 2022: Our Top 3 Grills Ranked - CNET

  01-12-2022 22:00
  Looking to take your steak nights to the next level? Here are the best gas, charcoal and kamado-style grills on the market so you can upgrade your grill game.
  
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• Watch Sharks 'Walk' on the Seafloor to Get Snacks - CNET

  01-12-2022 21:57
  Nurse sharks have some creative feeding strategies.
  
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• Shargeek’s new Macintosh-inspired Retro 67 USB-C charger has a working LED display

  01-12-2022 21:52 via 9to5toys.com
  Shargeek has made a name for itself as of late by delivering some of the more unique charging tech on the market. Lately at 9to5Toys, we’ve been fawning over its , but now the brand is launching an even more nostalgic piece of tech in the form of its fittingly-named Retro 67W Charger. Sporting a classic Macintosh-inspired design, Shargeek has packed three USB-C ports into its latest accessory. more…
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• 'The Mandalorian' Season 3 Gets March 1 Release Date on Disney Plus - CNET

  01-12-2022 21:47
  Grogu and his armored dad return to the streaming service in early 2023.
  
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• 'Tis the Season... to Get The Best View of Mars in 2022: How to Catch It - CNET

  01-12-2022 21:31
  The red planet will be rudely -- or remarkably -- obscured by the full "cold moon" this month.
  
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• Best Home Internet Deals of December - CNET

  01-12-2022 21:24
  Looking for a deal on home internet? Here are the best ones you'll find from the top internet service providers.
  
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• Apple-1 hand-numbered by Steve Jobs up for auction alongside Tim Cook-signed football

  01-12-2022 21:16 via 9to5mac.com
  A new lot of Apple memorabilia is up for grabs at RR Auction starting today. Included in the new Science and Technology auction is a functional Apple-1 ‘Byte Shop’ computer hand-numbered by Steve Jobs, a Tim Cook-signed football, and more.more…
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• Best iPad deals: Get a 9th-gen iPad for $299, Save $50 on Latest iPad Air - CNET

  01-12-2022 21:11
  Check out the lowest prices for Apple's previous and latest iPad models.
  
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• Why Apple stock can keep delivering for shareholders

  01-12-2022 21:05 via macdailynews.com
  Apple stock’s price-to-earnings ratio has come down significantly recently, but all the while, the company’s capital-return program has been incredibly successful, creating significant shareholder value.Daniel Sparks for The Motley Fool:Shares of tech-giant Apple have a long track record of rewarding investors. In fact, the stock has outperformed the S&P 500 by a wide margin over the last 10-, five-, three-, and one-year periods.
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• You can now share your car key in Apple Wallet with Android users, starting with Google Pixel

  01-12-2022 20:47 via 9to5mac.com
  If you happen to be an owner of one of the very few cars on the market with Car Key support, you are now able to share that car key credential with non-iPhone users for the first time.
  Apple is working with the IETF and industry members to standardize cross-platform car key sharing. The first implementation of this support has landed today for Google Pixel owners. Google is working on rolling out support for all Android 12+ devices soon.more…
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• iOS 16.1.2 Arrives With a Few Updates and Fixes - CNET

  01-12-2022 20:40
  Security updates and more just hit your iPhone.
  
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• China’s CCP caves on ‘Zero COVID’ nonsense after protests; softens tone on COVID severity

  01-12-2022 20:21 via macdailynews.com
  The Chinese Communist Party has caved and is now softening its stance regarding the severity of COVID-19 and has begun the process of easing coronavirus restrictions after widespread anger over the world’s most ludicrous COVID restrictions and lockdowns (and that’s really saying something) triggered massive protests in several cities across the country.Al Jazeera:Chinese Vice Premier Sun Chunlan, who oversees the country’s coronavirus response, said on Wednesday that the virus&
  
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• Coinbase Says Apple Blocked App Update Over NFTs - CNET

  01-12-2022 20:02
  Coinbase said Apple's demands were "akin to trying to take a cut of fees for every email."
  
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• Coinbase says Apple blocked its last app release over NFTs in wallet

  01-12-2022 20:00 via macdailynews.com
  Coinbase said on Thursday customers using Apple’s iOS will not be able to send non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on the cryptocurrency exchange’s wallet anymore.
  Apple’s App Store on iPhone
  Reuters:“Apple’s claim is that the gas fees required to send NFTs need to be paid through their In-App Purchase system, so that they can collect 30% of the gas fee,” Coinbase Wallet added in a tweet.
  Coinbase said it would not be able to comply with the requirement even if it trie
  
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• Best Roku Device Deals: Roku Ultra LT, Roku Streaming Stick 4K and More - CNET

  01-12-2022 20:00
  There are steep discounts on some of our favorite streaming devices.
  
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• What We Learned From Ex-FTX Chief's First Live Interview Since Bankruptcy - CNET

  01-12-2022 19:41
  Ex-CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, who's come under fire over his cryptocurrency exchange's collapse, says he did not knowingly commit fraud.
  
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• What We Learned From Ex-FTX Chief SBF's First Live Interview Since Bankruptcy - CNET

  01-12-2022 19:41
  The ex-CEO, who's come under fire over his cryptocurrency exchange's collapse, claims he did not knowingly commit fraud.
  
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• Apple releases iOS 16.2 beta 4 to developers ahead of expected launch this month

  01-12-2022 19:15 via 9to5mac.com
  Following the release of iOS 16.1.2 to iPhone users on Wednesday, Apple released iOS 16.2 beta 4 to developers on Thursday. Along with iOS 16.2, Apple has also been testing new betas for watchOS 9.2, tvOS 16.2, and macOS Ventura 13.1. Read on as we detail what’s new in these updates.more…
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• iCloud Mail is down or slow for some users [U: Fixed]

  01-12-2022 19:14 via 9to5mac.com
  If you’re seeing issues with iCloud Mail this morning, it’s not just you. There’s currently an ongoing issue with the service that’s broken iCloud Mail for some while others may see it perform more slowly than normal.more…
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• Nintendo Apologizes for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's Performance Issues - CNET

  01-12-2022 19:10
  The apology comes with the 1.1.0 update.
  
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• Nintendo Apologizes for Performance Issues in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet - CNET

  01-12-2022 19:10
  The apology comes with the 1.1.0 update.
  
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• 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' Trailer Sees Robot Animals Go to War - CNET

  01-12-2022 19:04
  "For millions of years our world has transformed but something else has awakened."
  
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• Best Streaming Service of 2022: HBO Max, Netflix, Hulu and More - CNET

  01-12-2022 19:00
  Is there a streamer that surpasses them all? We rate them based on functionality, price, and catalog offerings.
  
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• Disney Resurrects 1920s Icon for New Adventure - CNET

  01-12-2022 18:56
  Mickey Mouse precursor Oswald the Lucky Rabbit returns in his first new Disney short in nearly a century.
  
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• Disney Brings a 1920s Icon Back in New Adventure - CNET

  01-12-2022 18:56
  Mickey Mouse precursor Oswald the Lucky Rabbit returns in his new new Disney short in nearly a century.
  
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• Benchmark scores appear for Apple’s upcoming M2 Max chip

  01-12-2022 18:51 via macdailynews.com
  The first purported benchmarks of Apple’s upcoming M2 Max chip have hit Geekbench’s database. The M2 Max is likely destined for MacBook Pro and Mac Studio models that will launch in 2023.Samuel Axon for Ars Technica:When users run the over-the-shelf version of the Geekbench 5 benchmarking tool, the scores are logged to a public database of results and are tied to entries for specific hardware. In this case, the result (which was discovered by a Twitter user) is listed under a product
  
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• OtterBox launches three multi-functional gift ideas with MagSafe and Apple Watch charging

  01-12-2022 18:50 via 9to5mac.com
  OtterBox has launched its three latest Apple accessories just in time for the holidays. The new lineup includes a 3-in-1 MagSafe power bank with home and vehicle mounts, a 2-in-1 Apple Watch power bank, and a 2-in-1 power bank for iPhone and Apple Watch.more…
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• Apple reportedly blocked Coinbase Wallet iOS app update for offering NFTs without in-app purchases

  01-12-2022 18:50 via 9to5mac.com
  Non-fungible tokens, also known as NFTs, are becoming increasingly popular. Yet Apple still doesn’t seem very open to this idea, at least not when these NFTs are sold inside iOS apps without using the App Store’s in-app purchases system. And this is what happened with Coinbase Wallet, which allegedly had its latest update denied in the App Store because of the NFTs feature.more…
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• Should I buy a refurbished Apple Watch?

  01-12-2022 18:32 via macworld.com
  
  There have been eight generations of Apple Watch, each available in multiple screen sizes, connectivity options, case materials, and straps, ranging from a couple of hundred dollars to literally thousands. Anyone else remember the original $10k Apple Watch Edition?While not all are available to buy directly from Apple–right now the company sells only the Ultra, the Series 8, and the 2nd-gen SE released in 2022–it’s easy to buy other models from third-party retailers or, if you
  
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• Epic Games 3D scanning app RealityScan now available on the App Store for iPhone and iPad

  01-12-2022 18:30 via 9to5mac.com
  Earlier this year, Epic Games announced a new app called RealityScan that lets users scan objects and turn them into high-fidelity 3D models using the iPhone and iPad camera. After months of beta testing, RealityScan is now finally available for everyone on the iOS App Store.more…
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• Best Rewards Credit Cards for December 2022 - CNET

  01-12-2022 18:29
  You'll want to consider the redemption value of a credit card's rewards -- not just the face value.
  
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• Best Gas Credit Cards for December 2022 - CNET

  01-12-2022 18:29
  Earn a return on some of your essential spending.
  
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