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• Game on! Save $30 on My Favorite iPhone 15 Game Controller on October Prime Day - CNET

  10-10-2023 23:57
  
  The Backbone One is my favorite game controller, and it works equally well with the latest iPhone or just about any Android phone. And now it's yours for just $70.
  
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• 16 Best Amazon Prime Home and Kitchen Deals to Shop Now - CNET

  10-10-2023 23:47
  
  Score excellent deals on home favorites from KitchenAid, Dyson, Stanley, Keurig, Zojirushi and more.
  
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• October Prime Day Has Blockbuster Deals on My Favorite Home Theater Products - CNET

  10-10-2023 23:45
  
  Movie lovers can bring the theater home with these Amazon Prime Day deals.
  
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• Nectar Hybrid Mattress Review: Reasons to Buy or Not Buy video - CNET

  10-10-2023 23:45
  
  Owen Poole, a certified sleep science coach, reviews the Nectar Hybrid mattress. He explains the construction, firmness and feel of the bed, and compares the mattress to the original Nectar mattress. He also gives his verdict on who might be interested in the Nectar Hybrid mattress.
  
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• If Your Kid Hates Car Rides Like Mine, Try This Tablet on Sale for $75 During Prime Day - CNET

  10-10-2023 23:36
  
  Amazon's second Prime Day sale this year sees its kids' tablets discounted by 50%.
  
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• Apple releases firmware update for AirPods Pro 2 with bug fixes

  10-10-2023 23:31 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is rolling out a new firmware update to AirPods Pro users this afternoon. This update is available for both versions of the second-generation AirPods Pro, whether you have the Lightning charging case or the USB-C charging case.more…
  
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• Best Prime Day MacBook Deals: Save $250 on Latest M2 Air and Pro Models - CNET

  10-10-2023 23:25
  
  The 15-inch MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro are at all-time-low prices right now, and you can grab a previous M1 MacBook Air for only $750.
  
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• Gordon Ramsay-Endorsed Pan That Went Viral on TikTok Now 23% Off - CNET

  10-10-2023 23:19
  
  The 12-inch wok is on sale during Amazon Prime Day for $137, down from $179.
  
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• PSA: Bug caused Apple Watch running watchOS 10.1 beta to drain iPhone battery

  10-10-2023 23:16 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple recently released the iOS 17.0.3 update to address a bug causing iPhones, especially the iPhone 15 Pro, to overheat. What we didn’t know was that there was another bug draining the iPhone’s battery. On Tuesday, Apple confirmed that iOS 17.1 beta 3 fixes a bug that affected iPhone battery life when paired with an Apple Watch running watchOS 10.1.more…
  
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• A&W Settles for $15M Over Misleading Ad Claims: 1 Week Left to File for Your Money - CNET

  10-10-2023 23:00
  
  You might be able to get up to $25 from the soda company.
  
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• How to see your Discover balance and full transaction history in Apple Wallet

  10-10-2023 22:58 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Last month, Apple’s Wallet gained the ability to show debit/credit card balances and full transaction history in the UK. Now the feature has arrived in the US with iOS 17.1 beta 3. Here’s how to see your Discover balance in Apple Wallet along with all your transactions.more…
  
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• The Only Game My Teenagers Will Play With Me Is Half Off for Amazon Prime Day - CNET

  10-10-2023 22:53
  
  If you're dealing with reluctant board gamers, give One Night Ultimate Werewolf a try.
  
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• Why These Magnetic Tiles Are Awesome Gifts for Kids and Families - CNET

  10-10-2023 22:51
  
  Now on sale at Amazon, these tiles offer hours of fun for everyone in the family.
  
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• Leesa Studio Chill Mattress Review: How Does It Compare to the Original Leesa Studio? video - CNET

  10-10-2023 22:45
  
  Owen Poole, a certified sleep science coach, reviews Leesa's new mattress, the Leesa Studio Chill. He explains the construction, firmness and feel of the bed, and compares the Studio Chill to the original Leesa Studio mattress. He also gives his verdict on who might be interested in the Studio Chill mattress.
  
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• This Multi-Device Keyboard Keeps My Desk Clear, and It's on Sale for Prime Day - CNET

  10-10-2023 22:41
  
  I have too many computers, and the Logitech K780 lets me type on all of them.
  
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• Surprise AirPods Pro update targets both Lightning and USB-C models

  10-10-2023 22:41 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple has updated the 2nd-generation AirPods Pro firmware (both the new USB-C and old Lightning variants) to 6A303. This looks to be a bugfix follow-up to the bigger 6A301 update that added Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and Personalized Volume for users with iOS 17 or macOS Sonoma. It’s possible this firmware update also provides security updates, though Apple doesn’t document the entries like it does for iOS and macOS.For this release, Apple promises only “B
  
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• Apple Vision Pro displays feature up to 100Hz refresh rate

  10-10-2023 22:39 via macdailynews.com
  
  According to code in the latest visionOS beta, the Apple Vision Pro headset scheduled for release next year has twin displays that support a refresh rate up to 100Hz.
  Apple Vision Pro
  Juli Clover for MacRumors:‎Apple says that the Vision Pro headset runs at a 90Hz refresh rate most of the time, but in an online WWDC session, the company revealed that it is also able to switch to 96Hz to support video content filmed at 24 frames per second.
  Code found by M1 Astra confirms that the actual maxi
  
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• Govee Smart Lighting Savings Are Back This October Prime Day - CNET

  10-10-2023 22:38
  
  Govee has fantastic smart lighting deals to brighten your days and nights. This October Prime Day has all the things you need.
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: October 10, 2023 – OLED iPad rumors, IDs in Apple Wallet

  10-10-2023 22:14 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.Connect with us in the official 9to5Mac Discord server with forums, chatrooms, and more!more…
  
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• The Outstanding IceMule Cooler Backpack Is My Top Prime Day Deal Pick - CNET

  10-10-2023 22:13
  
  This sturdy, leakproof cooler has seen me through more than a few sweaty summer weekends. It's currently 20% off for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.
  
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• Amazon's Omni QLED Series TVs Hit Low Prices During the October Prime Day Event - CNET

  10-10-2023 22:01
  
  You can pick up one of these advanced 4K Fire TVs for over $200 off during October Big Deal Days 2023.
  
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• The Best High-End TV Is an October Prime Day Deal and Cheaper Than Ever - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:58
  
  This deal on the 55-inch LG C2 OLED is probably the lowest price you'll see on a TV this good before Black Friday.
  
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• This Multi-Tool Is in All My Go Bags and It's on Sale Today for Prime Day - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:55
  
  My only regret is I bought them before they were on sale.
  
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• This $25 JBL Bluetooth Speaker Is an Ideal Prime Day Gift for Music or Podcast Fans - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:55
  
  Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days returns my favorite mini Bluetooth speaker, the JBL Go 3, to its best price ever.
  
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• This Card Game Made Our Vacation Awesome and It's Just $8 for Prime Day - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:42
  
  Some card games are better than others. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza is so much fun you'll be coming back for more.
  
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• Best CD Rates for October 2023 - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:32
  
  Rates are already holding high, but some banks are pushing select terms even higher.
  
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• Best Amazon Mattress: Which Bed to Buy on Prime Day video - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:30
  
  Sleep coach Owen Poole discusses why he thinks the Lucid, Casper Element, Amazon Basics, and Tuft & Needle Nod mattresses are the best beds to purchase on Amazon.
  
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• Roku and Fire TV 4K Streaming Devices Up to 54% Off - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:29
  
  Get a streaming device with HDR and voice control for the price of a Blu-ray disc.
  
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• iOS 17.1 will address iPhone 12 radiation concerns in France

  10-10-2023 21:26 via macworld.com
  
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  Update 10/10/23: Apple has issued a support document explaining the iPhone 12 radiation issue in France. According to Apple, France’s unique testing method does not allow for the off-body detection and increased connectivity power that Apple has employed on all iPhones for more than a decade. There will be an update in iOS 17.1 for iPhone 12 for users in France to accommodate this specific test protocol that requires reduced power when off-body on a static surface. iPhone 12 users
  
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• This Automatic Timer Saves My Halloween and My Neighbor's Nerves and It's 31% Off This Prime Day - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:24
  
  This Halloween, I'm hooking up my 13-foot singing Jack Skellington to this automatic timer, which is on sale right now during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event.
  
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• On Kuo’s latest Apple Watch report and the lack of nuance

  10-10-2023 21:23 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is out with a new report this week focused on the future of the Apple Watch lineup. According to the analyst, the Apple Watch lineup coming in 2024 is unlikely to “have significant innovative experiences.”This report, combined with several other recent ones, has made me realize the need for nuance in our coverage. Hear me out…more…
  
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• iOS 17.1 beta 3 is now available

  10-10-2023 21:11 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  More than a week after the release of iOS 17, Apple started public testing of the first big update. The first iOS 17.1 beta landed for developers on September 27, 2023.Several big iOS 17 features are scheduled for release this fall, so they’ll come in these updates. Collaborative playlists in Apple Music, the new Journal app, PDF form autofill, NameDrop to Apple Watch, and more are all on the way. What’s more, Apple often makes some interface tweaks and adds minor unannounce
  
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• Amazon's October Prime Day 2023: Board Game Deals You Need to Check Out - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:05
  
  We've got some of the best board game deals available today for Amazon Prime Day.
  
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• Save $80 When You Preorder the New Pixel Buds Pro During Prime Big Deal Days - CNET

  10-10-2023 21:00
  
  Amazon Prime members can grab these updated Google earbuds for just $120 before they officially hit shelves on Oct. 12.
  
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• Apple: iPhone 12 is safe to use and always has been, even in France

  10-10-2023 21:00 via macdailynews.com
  
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  Apple wants iPhone 12 users to know that the iPhone 12 is safe to use and always has been, even in France.
  Apple Support:‎iPhone 12 is safe to use in France and in other countries and regions.
  On 12 September, France’s Agence Française Nationale des Fréquences (“ANFR”) released a statement about iPhone 12 exceeding set Specific Absorption Rate (“SAR”) limits.
  It is important for all iPhone 12 users in France and around the world to know t
  
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• My 2 Favorite Flashlights Are On Sale For Amazon Prime Day - I Wish I'd Bought These Years Ago - CNET

  10-10-2023 20:53
  
  You wear one on your head, and the other is a handheld. Both will show you the light.
  
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• Apple Wallet app integrates balances and transaction history for Discover US credit cards

  10-10-2023 20:43 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Similar to functionality launched in September in the UK, the Apple Wallet app will now be able to show the card’s balance and transaction history for Discover US credit card customers.Tapping on a transaction will deep-link into the Discover app or website, so users can action accordingly. This integration is rolling out as part of the just-released iOS 17.1 developer beta 3.more…
  
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• The 15 Best Horror Movies on Max - CNET

  10-10-2023 20:40
  
  From The Shining to Barbarian to Carrie, Max's selection is startlingly good.
  
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• New Oura Ring Features Want to Help You Manage Stress - CNET

  10-10-2023 20:40
  
  They aim to identify what's stressing you out and then provide context for how to manage it.
  
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• October Amazon Prime Day Vacuum Deals Are Here - CNET

  10-10-2023 20:34
  
  We've spotted some great discounts on vacuums during the Amazon Big Deal Days event.
  
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• iOS 17.1 changes how the Action Button behaves when iPhone 15 Pro is in your pocket

  10-10-2023 20:26 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max come with a new Action Button, which lets users set things like muting the phone, turning on the flashlight, and even running shortcuts when the button is pressed. Users can press the Action Button even when the screen isn’t on, but now with iOS 17.1, Apple is changing how the button behaves when the iPhone is in your pocket.more…
  
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• 13 Prime Day iPhone and Android Deals You Can Shop Now - CNET

  10-10-2023 20:14
  
  Whether you want an iPhone or an Android, here are some of the best Prime Day deals on phones.
  
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• Best Prime Day TV Deals - CNET

  10-10-2023 20:13
  
  October Prime Day has begun, and we're already seeing excellent deals on TVs at Amazon.
  
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• The 72 Best October Prime Day Deals You Can Shop for $50 or Less - CNET

  10-10-2023 20:11
  
  Whether you're looking for games, pillows or a power bank, there are a lot of excellent Prime Day deals for $50 or less.
  
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• Take 20% off Macworld’s favorite powerful Thunderbolt 4 dock for Prime Day

  10-10-2023 19:48 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Amazon’s October Prime Day sale, being held October 10 and 11, is full of great deals on Apple devices, but even if you don’t need an Apple Watch or AirPods, you can still get a great price on great gear: Amazon is selling the Caldigit Thunderbolt Station 4 for just $320, a savings of $80 and one of the best price we’ve ever seen.When we reviewed the TS4 we wrote “The TS4 has an almost absurd profusion of ports splayed across its front and back sides. With a prof
  
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• October Amazon Prime Day's Best Amazon Device Deals Are Live Right Now - CNET

  10-10-2023 19:37
  
  Amazon's second Prime Day shopping event of the year kicks off today, and we've been pulling all the best deals on Amazon devices.
  
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• Apple explains why iPhone 12 was always safe to use in France, iOS 17.1 to address non-standard test that triggered non-issue

  10-10-2023 19:36 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Remember the iPhone 12 radiation limit story out of France? We thought it was concluded, but Apple just dropped a bit of knowledge about exactly how it satisfied regulators in the country.more…
  
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• 87% of American teens own an iPhone; 88% expect an iPhone to be their next mobile device

  10-10-2023 19:33 via macdailynews.com
  
  Investment bank Piper Sandler has released the findings of its 46th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens survey in partnership with DECA. Piper Sandler equity research has more than 60 million data points around teen preferences and spending in the 22 plus years of researching teens. Apple’s iPhone continues to reign supreme as 87% of American teens own one and 88% expect the iPhone to be their next mobile device.
  iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus
  Apple Pay ranked No. 1 for payment apps used wit
  
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• Best October Prime Day Apple Deals Available Today - CNET

  10-10-2023 19:28
  
  If you've been eyeing some Apple devices and waiting for prices to drop, check out the deals available now during Amazon's second Prime Day sale of the year. We've rounded up the best Apple deals we've found so far in the October event.
  
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• Apple releases iOS 16.7.1 with important security fixes for non-iOS 17 users

  10-10-2023 19:25 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Edit: iOS 16.7.1 is available for all iPhones that haven’t updated to iOS 17 yet, not just older iPhones.While many of you have likely jumped ship to iOS 17 at this point, that’s not an option for people with older iPhone and iPad models. For those people, Apple has now released iOS 16.7.1 for iPhone.
  iPadOS 16.7.1 is also now available for iPad users whose devices are not able to run iPadOS 17.
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