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• Gift Guide: 10 gadgets for a smarter smart home

  18-12-2019 23:00
  
  Welcome to TechCrunch’s 2019 Holiday Gift Guide! Need help with gift ideas? We’re here to help! We’ll be rolling out gift guides from now through the end of December. You can find our other guides right here.
  When it comes to smart home stuff, once you start, it’s hard to stop. As soon as you’ve got one light that you can turn on and off from your phone, you’ll want five.
  As such, smart home gear can make great gifts for anyone who’s already started
  
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• Worcester Bosch Greenstar 30i Combi Boiler Installation With Google Nest Thermostat | BOXT

  18-12-2019 21:44 via youtube.com
  
  
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• What’s new on Netflix and what’s leaving in January 2020

  18-12-2019 21:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Our complete list of what's new on Netflix for January 2020 includes new and returning series and new and classic films to help you catch up on your binge list.
  
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• Here’s why the Mac Pro’s expansion modules are such a big deal

  18-12-2019 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  What are the Mac Pro’s MPX Modules, how do they work, and are they worth your cash? We’ve got everything you need to know.
  
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• Californians can now have their groceries delivered by autonomous vehicles

  18-12-2019 20:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  California will allow driverless light-duty commercial vehicles on its roads. This paves the way for autonomous vehicles to be used in delivery services in the Golden State.
  
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• Destiny 2 ‘Completing An Impossible Task’: All transponder and ghost locations

  18-12-2019 20:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Destiny 2's Season of Dawn introduced a new storyline featuring the legendary Saint-14. With the game's latest update, you can finish the story and save the legend.
  
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• YouTube Music’s Spotify-esque Discover Mix now widely available

  18-12-2019 20:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  After a few months of experimenting, YouTube Music has officially launched three new personalized playlists including one called Discover Mix that takes aim at those who love Spotify's long-running Discover Weekly.
  
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• Indian scientists see new type of magnetic explosion on Sun

  18-12-2019 20:14
  
  Using images from NASAs Solar Dynamics Observatory,a team of scientists including those from the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi and the Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bengaluru has observed a magnetic explosion the likes of which has never been seen before.
  
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• Google settles "longstanding" tax dispute with Australia

  18-12-2019 20:14
  
  Alphabet Inc's Google has settled a "longstanding" tax dispute with Australia's tax office, it said on Wednesday, after paying an extra A$481.5 million ($326.75 million) on top of its previous tax bill.
  
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• This tiny, soft robo-bug scoots with smarts and survives swats

  18-12-2019 20:01
  
  Nature is a good source of inspiration for roboticists, but it’s rare that nature’s elegance and genius can be replicated in any real way. Still, we’re getting closer. This tiny insect-like robot is made of soft materials and weighs less than a gram, yet can move quickly and with some intelligence — and is robust enough to survive a pounding from a fly swatter.
  For the most part tiny robots like this are compromises. For instance, they can move quickly, but only with exte
  
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• Amazon drops up to $160 off these Breville Nespresso machines

  18-12-2019 20:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon's deals on these Breville Nespresso machines aren't one to miss as it lets you in on savings up to $160 in savings.
  
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• Want low-impact cardio workouts? Check out these deals on elliptical machines

  18-12-2019 19:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Elliptical machines can give you a solid cardio workout but they eliminate the potentially damaging impact on joints from treadmills because the user’s feet never leave the pedals.
  
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• Alexa and Siri can’t understand the tone of your voice, but Oto can

  18-12-2019 19:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Today's speech-recognition systems are able to tell what you're saying, but can't understand subtleties like tone of voice to indicate emotion. A new A.I. startup called Oto wants to change that.
  
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• The best iRobot Roomba robot vacuum deals for December 2019

  18-12-2019 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Keep your home clean without lifting a finger using a robot vacuum cleaner. These nine iRobot Roomba deals not only help you keep your home tidy, but they also help you save. There's never been a better time to purchase a Roomba than now.
  
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• Startup founded by ex-Navy SEALs is building underwater robots to map the ocean

  18-12-2019 19:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Terradepth, a startup founded by a pair of ex-Navy SEALs, is building a team of autonomous submersible robots to help map parts of the ocean that are typically difficult to monitor.
  
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• Here’s a list of portable tech gadgets you’ll want to use every day

  18-12-2019 19:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're looking for portable tech to keep you charged up while on the go (or for some great small gift ideas), we've rounded up a bunch of must-have gadgets. You'll find everything from a Tesla Coil rechargeable lighter to a folding Bluetooth keyboard.
  
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• Nintendo Switch year in review tells you how much time you spent playing in 2019

  18-12-2019 18:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Nintendo has created a 2019 year in review page that you can visit to see just how much time you spent playing games on your Switch hybrid console this year.
  
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• Amazon devices and other great gifts with delivery by Christmas

  18-12-2019 18:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Christmas is just a week away, but you can still shop online to buy gifts in time for the holiday. Amazon adds new deals to its Last-Minute Deals campaign daily.
  
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• Destiny 2 The Dawning 2019 guide: How to get every ingredient, recipe and reward

  18-12-2019 18:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Destiny 2's holiday-themed event is here, bringing new rewards and lots of cookies to the game. If you're looking to get the most out of The Dawning, here's everything you can do during the event.
  
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• The Mandalorian: Easter eggs and episode 7’s secrets explained

  18-12-2019 18:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Now that you've watched episode 7 of The Mandalorian on Disney+, take a deeper dive into some of the latest episode's references and surprises for Star Wars fans.
  
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• Volkswagen will deploy retrolicious autonomous vans during the 2022 World Cup

  18-12-2019 18:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  One of the coolest concept cars of the decade will come to life on the streets of Doha, Qatar, during the 2022 World Cup.
  
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• Cloud flaws expose millions of child-tracking smartwatches

  18-12-2019 18:00
  
  Parents buy their children GPS-enabled smartwatches to keep track of them, but security flaws mean they’re not the only ones who can.
  This year alone, researchers have found several vulnerabilities in a number of child-tracking smartwatches. But new findings out today show that nearly all were harboring a far greater, more damaging flaw in a common shared cloud platform used to power millions of cellular-enabled smartwatches.
  The cloud platform is developed by Chinese white-label electroni
  
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• Amazon drops prices on true wireles earbuds: Jabra Elite, Sennheiser, and more

  18-12-2019 17:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Save as much as $91 when you get the Jabra Elite 65t, Sennheiser Momentum, or Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 2.0 true wireless earbuds on Amazon.
  
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• Jio announced data vouchers that offer up to 2,000GB additional data

  18-12-2019 17:22
  
  Reliance Jio has also announced new data voucher packs for its JioFiber subscribers.
  
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• BMW will launch an electric version of one of its most popular models in 2020

  18-12-2019 17:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The BMW iX3 is an electric version of the popular X3 crossover that starts production in 2020. BMW revealed some specifications, including horsepower and a European WLTP range rating.
  
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• Amazon discounts these Acer and Asus Chromebooks for as low as $275

  18-12-2019 17:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Two solid Chromebook options that won't hurt your pocket are the Acer Chromebook 15 and Asus Chromebook C425. Amazon has them on sale right now, letting you in on up to $170 off.
  
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• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare racks up over 500 million multiplayer play hours

  18-12-2019 16:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Multiplayer fans certainly love Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, as the game's multiplayer mode has been played for more than 500 million hours thus far, with 300 million total matches.
  
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• This amazing 55-inch TCL 4K TV is now just $330 at Walmart, but not for long

  18-12-2019 16:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Every once in a while a deal comes up that's too good to miss — and that's what we're looking at today. This is because Walmart has knocked $120 off the 55-inch TCL 5-Series, dropping the price of the 4K TV from $450 down to just $330.
  
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• The Best Smartphones of 2019 – Gadgets 360’s Highest Scoring Reviews

  18-12-2019 16:39
  
  Here are the best smartphones of 2019, which scored the highest in our exhaustive review process in terms of their performance, cameras, style, battery life, and value for money.
  
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• CES 2020 preview: Are dual-screen PCs about to have their big moment?

  18-12-2019 16:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Laptops always have a big presence at the Consumer Electronics Show. CES 2020 may end up being our first big look at what kinds of dual-screen devices companies have been working on.
  
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• Quick! Apple AirPods are $30 off at Amazon for Christmas

  18-12-2019 15:59 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The AirPods Pro are sold out everywhere, but all hope is not lost if you're in the market for some Pods this side of Christmas.
  
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• These were the best-selling gadgets of 2019 on Amazon

  18-12-2019 15:41
  
  2019 was a busy year for Amazon India and its Prime members. The e-commerce company in a press release has revealed what were the “most shopped products” by its Prime members throughout the year. The list of most shopped products includes several gadgets as well. Here is a look at the top selling gadgets on Amazon India
  
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• Tech startups created over 60,000 direct jobs this year: Nasscom

  18-12-2019 15:41
  
  Speaking at the launch of 'Future Skills PRIME' programme, a joint skilling initiative by the IT ministry and industry association, Debjani Ghosh, President of Nasscom said, "Even our startups are creating jobs, tech startups have created over 60,000 direct jobs... just this year".
  
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• Most Indian firms not prepared for hacking risks: Report

  18-12-2019 15:41
  
  As hackers evolve new mechanisms to infliterate into systems, 61 per cent Indian enterprises say the risk of cyber attacks is stalling their digitalisation progress, a new report said on Wednesday.
  
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• Amazon and Best Buy drop incredible deals on the MacBook Pro 15 and 16

  18-12-2019 15:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  You can never go wrong with an Apple product, and you're in luck as we've spotted a couple of sweet last-minute deals on the MacBook Pro 15 and 16.
  
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• 8 Popular Technology Products That Shut Down in 2019

  18-12-2019 15:09
  
  We review some of the most popular technology products and services that were shut down in 2019. We talk about why they were popular and what eventually lead to their downfall.
  
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• Redmi 9 Leak Tips MediaTek Helio G70 SoC, Might Launch in Q1 Next Year

  18-12-2019 15:04
  
  Xiaomi’s next budget offering – the Redmi 9 – is tipped to launch in Q1 2020 packing the MediaTek Helio G70 SoC.
  
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• I tested the Dell G3, G5, and G7 gaming laptops. Here’s the one you should buy

  18-12-2019 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Dell has three solid budget gaming laptops, but choosing between the G3, G5, and G7 can be confusing. Only $50 separates these three laptops, all of which can be customized. So, which should you buy?
  
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• Best Buy has whopping discounts on the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Note 9

  18-12-2019 14:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you happen to know someone who could really use an upgraded smartphone, Best Buy has both the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Note 9 on sale with whopping discounts.
  
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• The best sleep apps for Android and iOS

  18-12-2019 14:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The best sleep apps for iOS and Android are here. Whether you want to track your sleep, or need help to slip into the land of nod, these apps are here to help.
  
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• Amazon cuts up to $126 off these stylish Fossil smartwatches for men

  18-12-2019 14:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Check out these deals we found for the Fossil Sport, Gen 4 Explorist HR, and Gen 5 Carlyle if you’re looking for a great holiday gift for the guys in your life.
  
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• Google Removes Avast and AVG Extensions From Chrome Web Store, After Mozilla and Opera

  18-12-2019 13:47
  
  Google has removed Avast and AVG extensions from its Chrome Web Store after Mozilla and Opera did the same earlier this month. The company's browser extensions were found spying on their users.
  
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• Oppo Reno S Phone Reportedly Gets Certified in Indonesia, Hints at Imminent Launch

  18-12-2019 13:42
  
  An Oppo phone with the model name ‘Oppo Reno S’ has been certified in Indonesia`, hinting at an impending launch.
  
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• Intel Buys Israeli AI Chip Startup Habana for $2 Billion

  18-12-2019 13:23
  
  Intel is paying $2 billion to buy an Israeli startup that specialises in processing chips for artificial intelligence.
  
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• Ancient Starburst Evidence Found in Central Region of Milky Way: Study

  18-12-2019 13:18
  
  An observation of the Milky Way Galaxy done by European Southern Observatory (ESO) using Very Large Telescope (VLT) has found the evidence of a burst star formation which led to over hundred thousands of supernova explosions in the central part of the galaxy.
  
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• Airtel Partners With Lionsgate to Offer Hollywood Content on Xstream Platform

  18-12-2019 13:08
  
  Airtel has announced its partnership with US-based Lionsgate to offer Lionsgate Play access through the Airtel Xstream app and Web platforms.
  
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• TV and headphones maker B&O out of tune with profit warning

  18-12-2019 13:02
  
  The group has also found it tough to make progress on plans to shift from wholesale distribution to a more retail-focused model while keeping its edge as a luxury brand.
  
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• ESA's CHEOPS Planet-Hunting Satellite Blasts Off After Technical Glitch Causes Delay

  18-12-2019 12:59
  
  Europe's CHEOPS planet-hunting satellite was set to leave Earth Wednesday a day after its lift-off was delayed by a technical rocket glitch during the final countdown.
  
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• Redmi Note 7 Pro, Redmi Note 7 Could Soon Get MIUI 11 Update Based on Android 10

  18-12-2019 12:51
  
  Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 7 Pro will reportedly be updated soon to MIUI 11 based on Android 10.
  
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• Russian President Vladimir Putin still uses Windows XP despite hacking risk

  18-12-2019 12:43
  
  A Kremlin press statement has raveled that Russian President Vladimir Putin still uses the Windows XP on his official computers despite hacking risk.
  
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