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• NASA details precise microbial ‘fingerprints’ astronauts leave in space

  06-05-2020 23:59
  
  NASA has detailed a new study that found precise microbial ‘fingerprints’ that astronauts left behind on the International Space Station. According to the research, microorganisms transferred from astronauts’ bodies to the ISS environment retained a close resemblance to their source and scientists were able to determine which part of the astronaut’s body they came from. Humans have many microorganisms on … Continue reading
  
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• Coronavirus means iPhone 12’s perceived weakness is its most important strength

  06-05-2020 23:13
  
  The latest in iPhone 12 leaks suggest that Apple’s design language remains largely the same as previous years, suggesting prospective users will be of two minds once again. In past years, basically every generation in which the iPhone’s display shape stayed the same as seasons before, the vocal minority’s proclaimed a lack of industrial design innovation. But now, as we’re … Continue reading
  
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• Wink shocks smart home users with one week notice of new subscription fee

  06-05-2020 22:38
  
  Smart home company Wink has made a surprising and heavily criticized announcement: it will soon charge a monthly subscription fee. Users aren’t required to pay this fee, of course, but their hardware will stop working without the subscription, rendering their current systems completely useless. Until now, Wink charged a one-time fee with its hardware sales and used that to cover … Continue reading
  
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• CleanKey is the gadget you need to reduce contact with germs - TODAY

  06-05-2020 22:38 via today.com
  
  CleanKey is the gadget you need to reduce contact with germs  TODAY
  
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• Video podcasts could be Spotify’s next big thing

  06-05-2020 22:24
  
  With music streaming cornered, Spotify has been attempting to make a name for itself in the podcast space for quite some time now. There are a lot of platforms that host podcasts out there though, which means there’s a lot of competition for Spotify. It seems that the company is testing a new feature that could help it stand out … Continue reading
  
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• Sonos Five updates Play:5 with cleaner look and S2 software

  06-05-2020 22:00
  
  Sonos has updated its flagship speaker, with the new Sonos Five replacing the old Play:5. Now effectively the third-generation of the multi-room speaker, the new Five focuses on music rather than TV audio like the new Arc soundbar, though the changes are more for your eyes than your ears. A streamlined design for Sonos Five The core silhouette of the … Continue reading
  
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• Sonos Finally Supports Dolby Atmos With New Arc Soundbar

  06-05-2020 22:00 via gizmodo.com
  
  Sonos has been busy these past few months. The company announced it’s phasing out ‘legacy’ devices and plans to roll out a new app in June, not to mention that it also launched a new radio service. But all of these announcement lacked one crucial element: new hardware. The first next-generation Sonos product is the…Read more...
  
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• Sonos Arc official: Dolby Atmos soundbar runs S2 OS

  06-05-2020 22:00
  
  Say hello to Sonos Arc, the company’s new soundbar and its first to offer Dolby Atmos. Replacing the Sonos Playbar, the Arc squeezes eleven speakers into its long, minimalistic chassis, along with four microphones to work as a Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa smart speaker. Arc is also among the first of Sonos’ speakers to run its new S2 software, … Continue reading
  
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• New Standard Adds Low-Power Wireless Charging to NFC

  06-05-2020 21:50 via gizmodo.com
  
  Qi wireless charging has become the de facto wireless charging standard for gadgets like phones, earbuds, and more. However, just this week, the NFC Forum approved a new low-power wireless charging specification to help make it easier to charge smaller gadgets or IoT devices.Read more...
  
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• Tinder’s newest feature is made for dating during a pandemic

  06-05-2020 21:20
  
  Swipe-based dating app Tinder has announced plans to release a new feature that’s designed specifically for making connections during a pandemic. The new feature was revealed by parent company Match Group as part of its Q1 2020 financial details; the company cited social distancing and a willingness to virtually date as the reasons for the new feature. For obvious reasons, … Continue reading
  
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• EA promises free game upgrades to Xbox Series X, PS5 early-adopters

  06-05-2020 21:09
  
  The end of a console generation is an interesting time. It’s generally expected that many games are released at the tail end of a console cycle are also going to be released on next-gen hardware, putting those who are planning to jump to next-gen consoles right away in something of a strange spot regarding when to buy those games. In … Continue reading
  
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• Google Authenticator update allows switch to new device, at last

  06-05-2020 20:55
  
  Since inception, the biggest weakness of the Google Authenticator app and service was its inability to move from device to device. The security inherent within the app required that the one device be the place where Google’s code was revealed for each account to which it was connected. Or at least that’s what was generally understood to be the truth. … Continue reading
  
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• Naspers-backed Dot plans to digitise 5 lakh merchants by December 2020

  06-05-2020 20:49
  
  South African internet firm Naspers-backed Dot plans to digitize around 5 lakh merchants and facilitate 10 lakh transactions per day by the end of this year, a senior company official said on Wednesday.
  
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• The best Zoom alternative is now Google Meet

  06-05-2020 20:01
  
  Google Meet is now free, and exceedingly simple to use. Google Meet’s been around for a while, in one form or another, but starting here in May of 2020, global pandemic and the rise of the at-home worker’s made for a unique set of circumstances. Now Google Meet is simpler than it’s ever been, and it’s free for basically everyone … Continue reading
  
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• The Last of Us Part II story trailer sets the stage for drama

  06-05-2020 19:48
  
  It’s been a tumultuous couple of weeks for The Last of Us Part II, but nonetheless, we’re closing in on its new release date. After a couple of delays, The Last of Us Part II is slated to release on June 19th, meaning we’re just about six weeks out from its launch. Being one of 2020’s most anticipated games for … Continue reading
  
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• Elon Musk wants to add video conferencing to Tesla cars

  06-05-2020 19:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  But really, how safe would this be?
  
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• Here’s what Facebook’s Oversight Board looks like

  06-05-2020 19:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The 20 founding members include a Nobel winner and a ex-prime minister
  
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• Best cheap drone deals for May 2020: DJI, Potensic, Holy Stone and more

  06-05-2020 19:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Buying a drone? Here are answers to the most common questions and the best drone deals available right now.
  
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• Google to debut Android 11 public beta during livestream

  06-05-2020 18:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The event will stream on YouTube on June 3
  
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• What is Twitch?

  06-05-2020 18:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Twitch streaming and video games go hand in hand. This guide explains everything to know about the platform.
  
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• Android 11 public beta release date revealed as virtual event nears

  06-05-2020 18:38
  
  Today Google revealed the release date for the first public release (in beta format) of the next major version of Android. That’ll be Android 11, the Android 11 public beta, and it’ll be revealed during a live stream that’ll take place on June 3rd, 2020, at 11AM ET. That’s 10AM Central Time, 9AM Mountain Time, and 8AM Pacific Time. It’s … Continue reading
  
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• What to expect from Westworld season 4

  06-05-2020 18:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The season 3 finale of Westworld left fans speechless and inspired many questions on the plot of season 4.
  
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• The new MacBook Pro’s old processors show why Apple needs to switch to ARM

  06-05-2020 18:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The tech giant won’t be putting up with Intel’s processor delays for much longer, and that’s a good thing.
  
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• Geneva-based Reyl to launch first digital private Swiss bank next year

  06-05-2020 18:28
  
  Geneva-based Reyl plans to launch Switzerland's first digital private bank next year, targeting customers who are wealthy rather than super-rich and seeking to undercut more established asset managers, a partner at Reyl told Reuters.
  
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• AI no magic, businesses have to patiently work with it: Microsoft

  06-05-2020 18:28
  
  At a time when Artificial Intelligence (AI) has demonstrated the profound impact it can have on society, the technology is no magic and the outcome of implementing an AI model has a direct correlation to the underlying data that has gone into training it, a top Microsoft executive said on Wednesday.
  
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• Treat mom to a temperature-controlled Ember Mug this Mother’s Day — now $70 off

  06-05-2020 18:26 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If Mom savors her daily cups of coffee, tea, hot cocoa, or any variation, here's the ultimate gift.
  
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• Bye Bye Wunderlist: The best to-do apps for Android and iOS

  06-05-2020 18:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With Wunderlist sunsetting, you may be looking for a new to-do app. We found plenty of worthy choices for you.
  
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• The best games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons

  06-05-2020 18:23 via digitaltrends.com
  
  While all of these offer something new, they share a lot of similarities with Nintendo's bestselling title.
  
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• Fitbit Charge 3, Inspire HR, Versa 2 on sale from only $50 for Mother’s Day

  06-05-2020 18:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Fitbit Inspire, Fitbit Charge 3, and Fitbit Versa 2 are currently discounted on Amazon from only $50.
  
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• Reminder: You can still sign up for a free one-month Hulu (No Ads) subscription

  06-05-2020 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Enjoy hours of great TV shows and movies for free with this Hulu (no ads) one-month free trial
  
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• New York to collaborate with Gates Foundation to "reimagine education" using technology

  06-05-2020 18:11
  
  New York, the worst-hit US state, has over 321,190 confirmed coronavirus cases and more than 25,000 deaths.The US has recorded more than 71,000 fatalities and over 12 lakh COVID-19 cases -- both highest in the world.
  
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• 38% school-going kids have access to Internet in India: Report

  06-05-2020 18:11
  
  More children are accessing the Internet than ever before in India and at 38 per cent, school-going children (15 years or below age group) constitute a formidable force when it comes to Internet usage, a new report said on Wednesday.
  
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• Apple Mother’s Day Sale: Save big on latest AirPods, Apple Watch, and iPad

  06-05-2020 18:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We've rounded up the best discounts that we can find on the Apple AirPods, AirPods Pro, Apple Watch Series 3 and 5, iPad 10.2, and iPad Mini before Mother's Day.
  
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• Kick Spotify to the curb with a free Amazon Music Unlimited subscription

  06-05-2020 18:06 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Enjoy millions of great music tracks with three months of Amazon Music Unlimited for free
  
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• The best true-crime shows

  06-05-2020 18:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you love true crime but have already seen all the docuseries, check out these shows based on real events.
  
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• Google TV dongle leaked: Look out Amazon, Roku!

  06-05-2020 17:53
  
  Today plans for a next-generation Android TV device (or Google TV device, depending on future branding) was revealed in a leak. The leak suggested that the dongle would address the missing piece of Google’s smart TV lineup – the tiny, easy-to-use smart TV dongle that sells in massive amounts with Amazon and Roku, the “stick”. Google already has a sort … Continue reading
  
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• Mortal Kombat 11 Aftermath DLC serves up RoboCop, more story

  06-05-2020 17:48
  
  With its first Kombat Pack in the books, it looks like the DLC train for Mortal Kombat 11 is going to keep on chugging along. Today, NetherRealm revealed Aftermath, a new story-based DLC expansion for Mortal Kombat 11. Story-based DLC is a rarity for Mortal Kombat games, but rest assured, there’s a new character worth checking out in this expansion. … Continue reading
  
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• What are your options if your gadget breaks during the lockdown? - Rappler

  06-05-2020 17:47 via rappler.com
  
  What are your options if your gadget breaks during the lockdown?  Rappler
  
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• Twitter Tackles 5G COVID-19 Conspiracy in the UK With Warning Prompt

  06-05-2020 17:45
  
  Twitter said the search prompt would inform users that the government had seen no link between 5G and COVID-19, and include a link to a government website with credible, factual and verified information in relation to 5G.
  
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• Google Pixel 4 XL vs. Pixel 3 XL: Should you upgrade?

  06-05-2020 17:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Should you buy the Google Pixel 4 XL, or stick with last year's Pixel 3 XL?
  
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• Future cars: The best upcoming cars worth waiting for

  06-05-2020 17:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  What are some of the coolest upcoming cars? Hers is a list of the best future vehicles hitting the market soon.
  
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• Artemis Accords moon mining pact in the works with Trump admin: Report

  06-05-2020 17:14
  
  A “legal blueprint for mining on the moon” was tipped to be in the works in the White House under the U.S.-sponsored international agreement called the Artemis Accords. A report this week suggests that a draft pact has not yet been “formally shared” with any U.S. allies as of yet. This agreement would be made in association with NASA and … Continue reading
  
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• How to setup and use multiple signatures in Gmail

  06-05-2020 17:04
  
  Google recently started rolling out a new feature update for Gmail that now allows users to create multiple signatures for different situations such as personal, office, client etc. Google has started rolling out the update in a phased manner so it might take a couple of days for the feature to become visible on your Gmail account.
  
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• Surface Go 2 first look: The do-over we wanted

  06-05-2020 17:00
  
  Microsoft’s Surface Go 2 is an opportunity for a do-over, taking what people loved about the original compact Windows 10 tablet and polishing off some of the rougher edges. Announced today alongside the Surface Book 3, it keeps its $399.99 starting price and the design, but Microsoft has been picking off the top items on its to-do list. The most … Continue reading
  
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• Microsoft Surface Go 2, Surface Book 3, Surface Headphones 2, Surface Earbuds Launched: All You Need to Know

  06-05-2020 17:00
  
  Microsoft's updated Surface portfolio includes the portable Surface Go 2, high-end 2-in-1 Surface Book 3, new Surface Headphones 2 and Surface Earbuds, as well as updated accessories.
  
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• Firefox 76 for Windows, Mac, Linux Brings Better Password Security and Enhanced Zoom Support

  06-05-2020 16:53
  
  Mozilla brought Firefox 76 with new features, and bug fixes on Tuesday. With the latest update of the Firefox Web browser, Firefox is making the protection of online account logins and passwords stronger. Firefox will display critical alerts in its Lockwise password manager if a saved website is breached.
  
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• Tinder to Add Video Chat Feature by End of June

  06-05-2020 16:39
  
  Tinder is planning to launch a one-on-one video chat feature within the app by the end of June. The development was shared by Tinder's parent company, Match Group on Tuesday in their earnings release.
  
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• Volvo reveals the self-driving tech its cars will include from 2022

  06-05-2020 16:30
  
  Volvo will offer autonomous-ready cars that could drive themselves on the highway with no interaction or monitoring by a human driver from 2022, the automaker has announced today, tapping a highly-integrated LIDAR sensor for the advanced assistance feature. Volvo Highway Pilot will build on the company’s current Pilot Assist technology, but the driver of the car will no longer be … Continue reading
  
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• TiVo’s do-it-all Stream 4K released for summertime quarantine

  06-05-2020 16:22
  
  Back during CES 2020, before COVID-19 started spreading throughout the world and brought massive trade shows like this to a grinding halt, TiVo introduced the Stream 4K. The TiVo Stream 4K is a new streaming device that’s supposed to be a jack-of-all-trades; in fact, TiVo bills it as “the market’s first unifying streamer.” After a few months of waiting, TiVo … Continue reading
  
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• LG Velvet Price Revealed, Will Go on Sale Starting May 15 With Pre-Orders From May 8

  06-05-2020 16:13
  
  LG Velvet is will go on sale starting May 15 and will be priced at KRW 899,800 (roughly Rs. 55,700).
  
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