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• 'Ant-Man: Quantumania' Won't Stream on Disney Plus for Weeks (or Months), Sorry - CNET

  10-02-2023 23:57
  
  Disney has been stretching out the time that films spend only in theaters. Here's how long you'll likely have to wait for the Ant-Man sequel.
  
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• 16-inch M2 Max MacBook Pro is the longest-lasting laptop ever tested – Tom’s Guide

  10-02-2023 23:39 via macdailynews.com
  
  Tom’s Guide this week tested Apple’s 16-inch MacBook Pro 16-inch with an M2 Max chip (12-core CPU, 38-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine), 96GB of unified memory and 4TB of SSD storage. It broke their all-time battery life test.
  Available in 16- and 14-inch models, MacBook Pro delivers more performance, advanced connectivity, and the longest battery life ever in a Mac.
  Tony Polanco for Tom’s Guide:Last year, we were blown away by the astonishing battery life of the MacBook Pro 13-
  
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• PayPal Halts Plans for Stablecoin, Report Says - CNET

  10-02-2023 23:26
  
  The payments company says if it moves forward with a coin, it'll work closely with regulators.
  
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• A Stealthy Galaxy Is Hiding in This Hubble Image. Can You Spot It? - CNET

  10-02-2023 23:26
  
  Donatiello II is so faint, it took a human to find it.
  
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• Uber adding Apple CarPlay integration to its app for drivers

  10-02-2023 23:23 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Uber this week announced a big update coming to its iOS app. More specifically, the Uber Driver app (which is the one used by drivers working for the company) will soon get integration with Apple CarPlay. This will allow drivers to interact with the platform directly from their car dashboard while their iPhone is connected to CarPlay.more…
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• The Asteroid NASA's Lucy Spacecraft Will Visit This Year Has a New Name - CNET

  10-02-2023 23:04
  
  Lucy will soon meet Dinkinesh, which was actually named for Lucy. Awkward.
  
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• Try These 6 Methods to Manage Loneliness and Feel Happy - CNET

  10-02-2023 23:00
  
  Anyone can feel lonely. Here's what to do about it.
  
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• Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Disney's New Hero Thrives With Her Mind - CNET

  10-02-2023 22:34
  
  In an adventure bursting with personality, Lunella and her dino friend focus just as much on family as they do fighting crime.
  
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• Apple’s M2 Pro Mac mini destroys Intel-handicapped Mac Pro

  10-02-2023 22:08 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s Mac Pro, the only Intel-handicapped Intel Mac left, get destroyed by a 2.8-pound (1.28 kg) M2 Pro Mac mini as seen in a new video from YouTube channel Max Tech.
  With M2 and the all-new M2 Pro, Mac mini features faster performance and incredible connectivity, while delivering even more value.
  Intel is hemorrhaging market share to Apple Silicon and even AMD for a reason.
  Alex Blake for DigitalTrends:Almost every test was a cakewalk for the Mac mini, as it beat the Mac Pro in everythi
  
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• Apple says Maps privacy bug didn’t affect iPhone, denies that apps used location data without consent

  10-02-2023 21:57 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iOS 16.3 was released to the general public last month, and among other new features, it also included a variety of security updates. One of those fixes addressed an Apple Maps privacy bug that could have allowed an app to “bypass Privacy preferences.”In a statement to 9to5Mac on Friday, Apple clarified that iPhone users “were never at risk” because of this vulnerability. The company also refuted a report that said a Brazillian food delivery app was accessing user locati
  
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• Apple patents hint at Apple Watch with camera

  10-02-2023 21:54 via macdailynews.com
  
  Earlier this week, Apple was granted a patent (US-11571048-B1) for an Apple Watch strap release mechanism that could potentially be used with a built-in camera. This is at lest the the third camera-related Apple Watch patent seen in recent years.
  An Apple patent application illustration published in 2019 reveals an Apple Watch Band with a built-in rotatable camera (source: USPTO via Patently Apple)
  Victoria Song for The Verge:First spotted by Patently Apple, the patent’s abstract and descr
  
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• Super Bowl Halftime Show is a big partnership for Apple and the NFL

  10-02-2023 21:26 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple Music is bringing Rihanna fans new and exclusive ways to experience and celebrate her musical genius as they gear up for the highly anticipated Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. This is a big partnership for Apple and the NFL.
  Rihanna takes the stage at the first-ever Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show on Sunday, February 12, 2023.
  Alex Kirshner for The Atlantic:When Rihanna walks, or is raised, or is
  
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• 5 Things to Try With Microsoft's New AI-Powered Bing - CNET

  10-02-2023 21:25
  
  With new tech inside, Bing can summarize broad topics; plan trips and projects; and write text for you.
  
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• Look What ChatGPT Did to My Online Dating Profile - CNET

  10-02-2023 21:20
  
  Sloth poop? I would never!
  
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• Philips Hue discontinues some of its fanciest smart lights due to ‘aesthetic inconsistency’

  10-02-2023 20:57 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A combination of supply chain issues and “aesthetic inconsistency” has forced Signify to discontinue two of its recently-launched Lightguide smart home lights. In a statement, the company said that it has halted production of these products due to its “continued dedication to the premium experience of our users.”more…
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• ESA's Mission to Find Life Near Jupiter Gets Set for April Launch - CNET

  10-02-2023 20:57
  
  With a task list ranging from studying magnetic fields to searching for signs of extraterrestrial life, Juice will soon be headed to Jupiter.
  
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• Toyota Debuts 2024 Grand Highlander With More Spacious Third Row - CNET

  10-02-2023 20:50
  
  Toyota supersizes its Highlander SUV. The new model boasts more space for third-row passengers and their cargo.
  
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• 'Fast X' Trailer Sees Vin Diesel, Jason Momoa Go Vroom for Super Bowl 2023 - CNET

  10-02-2023 20:44
  
  Vin Diesel and the Fast and Furious fam face off with Momoa and Brie Larson in a teaser to be aired during Sunday's big game.
  
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• AI-Designed NASA Parts Look Like 'Bones Left by Some Alien Species' - CNET

  10-02-2023 20:43
  
  Wild, weird and wonderfully functional.
  
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• CenturyLink vs. Cox: Which Is the Better Home ISP? - CNET

  10-02-2023 20:33
  
  Cox's cable internet service presents more plan options, but Quantum Fiber from CenturyLink is the better value.
  
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• 7 Ways Microsoft Uses AI to Make You Actually Care About Bing - CNET

  10-02-2023 20:30
  
  It isn't just ChatGPT on the Bing website. Microsoft blends OpenAI's language technology with its own Bing search engine.
  
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• Best Games on Xbox Game Pass: Play Madden NFL 23 Before the Super Bowl - CNET

  10-02-2023 20:26
  
  See who could win the Big Game before this Sunday.
  
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• Apple’s first 27-inch display with mini-LED and ProMotion hit by more delays

  10-02-2023 20:24 via 9to5mac.com
  
  While Apple released the Studio Display just under a year ago, the company is also rumored to be working on a higher-end external display with mini-LED backlighting. Once rumored for June 2022, this display has suffered repeated delays, and it’s currently unclear when (or if) it will actually launch…more…
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• Widely-expected Apple 27-inch mini-LED display delayed

  10-02-2023 20:07 via macdailynews.com
  
  According to display industry analyst Ross Young, Apple’s rumored 27-inch external display with mini-LED backlighting is no longer expected to launch in the first quarter of 2023.
  Apple’s 27-inch 5K Retina Studio Display
  Joe Rossignol for MacRumors:Young today informed MacRumors that he has not seen any signs of the display entering mass production, suggesting that a launch is not imminent. It appears that the display has been pushed back several times, as Young initially expected it
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: February 10, 2023 – DJI Mini 2 SE, Google Bard gets it wrong, more

  10-02-2023 20:04 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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• The Absolute Best Anime You Should Stream in February 2023 - CNET

  10-02-2023 20:00
  
  Keep watching Vinland Saga, and check out these 13 other anime titles this month.
  
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• HomeKit Weekly: Why the Google Nest doorbell might be the best HomeKit doorbell available

  10-02-2023 20:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  As I was building my new house, I found myself struggling with the decision of which doorbell to go with. I have always been a fan of the privacy and security offered by HomeKit Secure Video, but I was also looking for a doorbell with 24/7 recording. I found myself torn between my love for the privacy of HomeKit and the need for 24/7 recording. After much research, I ended up on . It offered the 24/7 recording feature I was looking for, but I was hesitant about the lack of end-to-end encryption
  
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• How to Watch Rihanna's Super Bowl Halftime Show on Sunday - CNET

  10-02-2023 19:52
  
  The nine-time Grammy Award winner will command the stage on Feb. 12, and fans are ready.
  
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• Apple to defend Apple Pay in Europe at February 14th EU hearing

  10-02-2023 19:31 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple will seek to convince EU antitrust regulators that it does not block rivals’ access to its technology used for mobile wallets at a closed hearing on Tuesday, Reuters reports citing “people familiar with the matter.” This is Apple’s the last chance to dissuade EU action before being hit with potentially hefty fines.Foo Yun Chee for Reuters:The hearing, which senior European Commission and national competition officials, Apple executives and complainants will attend,
  
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• Here’s why Apple hasn’t had to slash jobs like almost every other tech company

  10-02-2023 19:23 via 9to5mac.com
  
  During the pandemic, most tech companies matched growth with lots of hiring. Now as things have cooled off, many are cutting thousands of jobs to try and reign in spending. Apple has so far been one of the few to avoid slashing jobs. And a new report from Bloomberg looks at what Apple did differently over the last few years that set it up for weathering the challenging macro environment without resorting to firing staff.more…
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• 'The Last of Us' Release Schedule: When Will Episode 5 Hit HBO Max? - CNET

  10-02-2023 19:00
  
  New episodes of HBO's adaptation of the postapocalyptic PlayStation video game typically come on Sundays, but we're getting this week's episode a little early.
  
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• 6 Best Hair Growth Vitamins of 2023 - CNET

  10-02-2023 19:00
  
  Support stronger and healthier hair growth with these vitamins.
  
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• Why the ChatGPT AI Chatbot Is Blowing Everybody's Mind - CNET

  10-02-2023 18:59
  
  This artificial intelligence bot can answer questions, write essays and program computers. Now its technology is at the heart of Microsoft's search engine.
  
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• Apple Arcade FAQ: ‘Riptide GP: Renegade+’ is now available

  10-02-2023 18:38 via macworld.com
  
  Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isn’t quite like Google Stadia or Xbox Game Pass. So if you’ve got questions about it, we’ve got plenty of answers.Updated 02/10/23: Aquatic rocket-bike racer Riptide GP: Renegade+ is now available. The game was first released in the App Store in 2016.What is Apple Arcade?Apple Arcade is a gaming subscription service for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and AppleTV that features more than 150 games. The games are a mix of g
  
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• Riptide GP: Renegade Plus Makes a Splash in Apple Arcade - CNET

  10-02-2023 18:35
  
  The racing game is available to play now on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV.
  
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• PlayStation VR 2: Price, Games and Everything You Need to Know - CNET

  10-02-2023 18:26
  
  The PSVR 2 arrives Feb. 22 for $550, and is now available for preorder. We've already got one here. Here's what else you need to know.
  
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• Best Presidents Day Sales 2023: Shop Early Deals Now - CNET

  10-02-2023 18:25
  
  Presidents Day is Feb. 20, but many of Presidents Days sales are already live.
  
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• Apple Lisa 40th birthday party has its ‘one more thing moment’

  10-02-2023 18:12 via macworld.com
  
  The Computer History Museum held an event on January 31 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Lisa computer. The event featured interviews with members of the Lisa development team, a demo of the Lisa, and even a “one more thing” moment. The museum announced it has posted a video of the event, which can be watched on YouTube.Moderated by Katie Hafner, 100-minute event includes interviews with Lisa software manager Bruce Daniels, engineering director Wayne Rosing, graphic artist
  
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• Friday’s best deals: Apple Watch Series 8 from $329, Mac Studio $100 off, iPhone 14 cases, more

  10-02-2023 17:52 via 9to5mac.com
  
  If you can believe it, it is Friday once again! That means we have a fresh batch of discounts to cover from our favorite Cupertino company, with new all-time lows on Apple Watch Series 8 leading the way at $70 off starting at $329. Desktop macOS users are also in luck, as a rare Mac Studio price cut has arrived at $100 off to go alongside these official iPhone 14 series MagSafe leather cases from $43. Hit the jump for all of the best deals and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.m
  
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• PSVR 2 Unboxed: Here's What's Inside - CNET

  10-02-2023 17:45
  
  We're starting our review of the new PlayStation VR 2 headset. For now, here's a first look at what you get with it.
  
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• 'The Last of Us' Episode 5 Is Coming Friday, Dodging Super Bowl - CNET

  10-02-2023 17:28
  
  The season's fifth episode arrives on HBO Max a little earlier than its usual Sunday time slot.
  
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• Save up to $300 on Refurbished Dell Laptops, Desktops and More - CNET

  10-02-2023 17:23
  
  Buying a used desktop PC, laptop or monitor can save you a ton of cash versus buying new.
  
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• Get your sweetheart a pair of AirPods Pro for $50 off right now

  10-02-2023 17:19 via macworld.com
  
  We like Apple’s 2nd-gen AirPods Pro at full price, but we love them when they’re at the lowest price of the year: Amazon is selling the new AirPods Pro for $199, a savings of $49, the best price we’ve ever seen. If you buy them today, Amazon says they’ll deliver in time for Valentine’s Day.The 2nd-gen AirPods Pro have the same design as the original model, but they’re all-new on the inside. They have better battery life (6 hours vs 4.5 hours) and noise cancel
  
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• 'Fast X' Trailer Sees Vin Diesel and Jason Momoa Go Vroom for Super Bowl 2023 - CNET

  10-02-2023 17:19
  
  Vin Diesel faces off with Jason Momoa and Brie Larson in a teaser dropping before Sunday's big game.
  
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• TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Router Review: Impressive But Imperfect - CNET

  10-02-2023 17:15
  
  It aced our speed tests and comes with multi-gig Ethernet jacks on each device -- but this appealing Wi-Fi 6 mesh router comes with a few compromises too.
  
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• Hey Siri, is Apple letting another AI opportunity pass by?

  10-02-2023 17:15 via macworld.com
  
  ChatGPT is all the tech world can talk about lately, and with good reason. The AI-powered tool is impressive, but there are plenty of worries too—copyright infringement, plagiarism, use in classrooms, even lost jobs, so it’s no wonder people who write for a living are stressing about AI that can seemingly write well. But there are also starry-eyed tech companies who see the future–the ability for computers to converse naturally and create content that businesses can actually u
  
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• Twitter Gets Scolded by EU Over Its Disinformation Report - CNET

  10-02-2023 17:11
  
  Twitter's report was short of data and lacked commitment to encourage fact checking on the platform, says an EU official.
  
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• ‘Shrinking’ on Apple TV+ earns spot in top 10 most popular streaming shows

  10-02-2023 17:09 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The new Apple TV+ dramedy Shrinking starring Jason Segel and Harrison Ford arrived at the end of January and has become one of the most popular streaming shows according to a new study.more…
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• Netflix's Biggest Hit Movies and Shows, Ranked (from 'You' to 'You People') - CNET

  10-02-2023 17:09
  
  Netflix publishes weekly stats on its most watched series and films. We track the all-time tops.
  
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• 2023 U.S. Carriers Shootout: Verizon vs. T-Mobile vs. AT&T

  10-02-2023 17:01 via macdailynews.com
  
  In 2023, which U.S. cellular carrier – Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T – offers the best mix of performance, coverage, and value?Michael Potuck for 9to5Mac:While it’s been a hassle to actually try out a new carrier in the past, eSIM support on iPhone and other smartphones has opened a new opportunity for carriers.
  T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T are taking advantage of the tech which offers potential customers the ability to instantly test out their networks for free right along
  
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