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Report: Apple actively developing foldable clamshell iPhone prototypes, folding 8-inch iPad

Apple is persevering with foldable iPhone designs, according to a new report by The Information. The publication says Apple has...

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X is rolling out audio and video calls to Android

Elon Musk's own social network X is rolling out the ability to make audio and video calls directly from the app to its Android client.

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iOS 17.2 has well over 50 new changes and features, but these five are my favorite [Video]

A walkthrough of my top five features in iOS 17.2, including Journal, setting default alerts, Focus filter for Music, and Sticker Reactions.

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iPhone 15 Pro cinematic video shows the capabilities of the device

A year ago, filmmaker Joey Helms created a stunning example of the video capabilities of the iPhone 14 Pro – and...

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Five important iOS 17 security features coming to your iPhone this month

Here are all the important security and privacy features coming to iPhone with iOS 17, including one that auto-deletes verification codes.

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iPhone 15 Pro Versus iPhone Pro Max: Which One Should You Buy?

Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have notable differences like price and cameras, so we’re here to help you decide.

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iPhone 15 Pro Rumor Recap: 12 New Features and Changes Expected

Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 15 lineup in September. As usual, many new features have been rumored for the Pro and Pro Max models,...

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Reddit CEO Steve Huffman isn’t backing down: our full interview

We interviewed Reddit CEO Steve Huffman about the widespread unrest on the platform in response to its forthcoming API changes.

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AI is helping astronomers make new discoveries faster than ever before

AI and neural networks have greatly sped up astronomers' work, allowing them to work through massive amounts of data thoroughly, which would have been near impossible by human effort alone

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iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus Rumored to Feature 48-Megapixel Camera Like Pro Models

The lower-end iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus models launching later this year will be equipped with a 48-megapixel rear camera lens, according to Jeff...

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6 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Use ChatGPT to Save Time

From content creation to customer service, artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT could be a boon for small business owners — if they know how to use them properly.

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Google is reportedly developing a new AI-powered search engine

Google is reportedly “racing” to build an “all-new” AI-powered search engine..

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Twitter stokes confusion as 'verified' drama continues

Twitter's handling of legacy verified and Twitter Blue users continues to shift after a number of developments over the weekend..

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SpaceX rolls out rocket for NASA's Crew-6 astronaut launch (photos)

The Falcon 9 rocket and its Crew Dragon Endeavour will launch on Monday, Feb. 27.

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Instagram is killing live shopping in March, will focus on ads instead | TechCrunch

Instead of pushing live commerce, Instagram will now focus on advertising as one of the main ways people discover businesses and shop on Instagram.

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Microsoft and Google are about to Open an AI battle

Microsoft and Google are both holding AI press events this week. With rumors of Bing getting ChatGPT and Google building a rival, the two tech giants are on course to butt heads again.

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Change this iPhone setting to thwart thieves who might steal your phone

iPhone thieves will try to enable Airplane Mode on the device - here’s how to block Control Center access right now.

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10 AI Predictions For 2023

2023 will be a huge year for the field of artificial intelligence.

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iPhone vs Android: Which is better for photography?

Want to know who makes the best smartphones for photographers? Amy Davies discovers whether the Android or iPhone camera is the better option.

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Why is Star Trek-style teleportation still elusive?

Why is Star Trek-style teleportation still elusive?Dream of teleportation has been dominating science since the 1990s though progress has been limited

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iOS 16.1 Features: Everything New in iOS 16.1

Apple today released iOS 16.1 to the public after a little over a month of beta testing, adding essential new features to the iOS 16 operating system...

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Apple's iPhone 14 is much more than an iPhone 13s

Some people say the iPhone 14 is practically an iPhone 13, but that’s not the case: It’s an upgraded iPhone 13 Pro with a great price.

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Here’s How to Use Google's New Privacy Tool to Scrub Your Personal Info From Search Results

The search engine's new Results About You tool makes it easier to keep your email and physical address from being seen online.

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TikTok and others scrape your data, whether you use their apps or not

According to a Consumer Reports (CR) investigation published last week, TikTok has been planting trackers called "pixels" on hundreds of websites. Partnering with security firm Disconnect, CR...

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Starlink speeds have slowed as more people sign up, report shows

The satellite internet service provider is adding customers around the globe, but its growing popularity is impacting its performance.

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3 essential abilities AI is missing

As the AI community puts a growing focus and resources toward data-driven, deep learning–based approaches, experts warn that what seems to be a human-like performance is, in fact, a shallow imitation that misses key components of intelligence.

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Apple Has Big News Coming Next Month. Here's What We Expect

Apple's next iPhone event will take place on September 7, but it's expected to announce a lot more than just the iPhone 14 in the coming weeks. Here's what to expect.

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Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs that allows hackers to access devices

Apple said the vulnerability would allow a hacker to impersonate a device's owner and subsequently run any software in their name.

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iOS 16 beta 5 brings the battery percentage back - here’s how to remove it

iOS 16 beta 5 brings back the battery percentage to the status bar - here’s how to remove it if you hate it.

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The Best Drones for Every Budget

Whether you want to battle Star Wars spaceships or shoot a cinematic masterpiece, one of these picks is going to be perfect for you.

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Apple releases first iOS 15.6 and macOS 12.5 public beta for testing - 9to5Mac

One day after seeding iOS 15.6 beta 1 to developers, Apple is now releasing the public beta version to users enrolled in the Apple Beta Software Program. Alongside the first public beta of iOS 15.6, Apple is also making available the new versions of tvOS

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New report confirms Apple is testing iPhones with USB-C ports

According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is testing USB-C iPhones, backing up recent rumors from other sources.

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Elon Musk will owe Twitter $1 billion if he can't secure financing

Musk offered to buy the company at $54.20 per share and take it private.

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Apple Cuts iPhone SE Production, Report Says

The decision is said to be the result of lesser than expected demand for the new iPhone SE.

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Apple Music, App Store and Other Apple Services Again Experiencing Outage [Update: Fixed] - MacRumors

Apple's services and apps appear to be experiencing yet another outage, with complaints on Twitter about problems with Apple Maps, the App Store,...

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DuckDuckGo 'down-ranks' Russian disinformation. The search engine's users are not happy.

Is DuckDuckGo turning on its users, or did they misunderstand the search engine to begin with?

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The 7 biggest announcements from Apple’s Peek Performance event

Apple’s latest event showed off new Mac Studio products for prosumers and a more powerful version of its custom CPU, the M1 Ultra. Plus a new iPhone SE, iPad Air, and MLB for Apple TV Plus.

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What to expect from Apple’s event on Tuesday: A budget iPhone and more

The launch will be livestreamed from Apple Park headquarters in Cupertino, Calif.

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Elon Musk warns to use Starlink 'with caution' in Ukraine

As a non-Russian communications system, the Starlink satellite internet service has a "high" probability of being targeted during the ongoing Russian invasion, Musk said.

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Hidden iPhone trick lets you take photos without even touching your phone

If you're looking to get the most out of your iPhone, there's a great iPhone trick that will allow you to take a picture without even touching your device.

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Twitter officially launches labels to identify the ‘good bots’ | TechCrunch

Twitter last fall introduced a new label that would allow what it calls the “good bots” on its service to identify themselves. While the word “bot” can often have a negative connotation, Twitter noted there were useful bots, too, which were automatically

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Amazon's New A.I. Tool Will Launch for the Super Bowl, But It Could Change Much More Than Football

Artificial intelligence technology that can measure quarterback play is expected to have applications across a variety of workplaces.

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Scientists are developing interactive holograms you can touch and feel

An immersive, realistic 3D holographic projection of a complete environment that you could interact with and even touch may soon be here.

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How to Fix Your iPhone (2022): Simple Solutions for Common iPhone Problems | WIRED

Battery not holding a charge? Wi-Fi woes? We break down ways to solve almost any issue you can think of.

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Simple trick makes your iPhone lightning-fast again if it’s been slowing down lately

If your iPhone has been running slower than usual, this tip could help improve your iPhone speed drastically.

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Foldable iPhone in the works, but no release date coming soon

According to a leaker, Apple is working on foldable iPhone prototypes, but a release date could still be years away.

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The Best New Apple Products We're Expecting this Year

All the rumors that are already swirling about the Cupertino company's upcoming 2022 releases. 

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Data labeling will fuel the AI revolution | VentureBeat

Labeling data for AI using the right techniques helps companies make better decisions and has a measurable impact on business success.

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You're likely being tracked by Google. Turn off these settings to stop it - CNET

Google stores your location and data history when you use any of its apps. We'll show you how to turn off tracking for good.

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Miffed security researcher finds way to get Apple talking, drops three iOS vulnerabilities

Almost six months after reporting the first vulnerability to Apple, a security researcher has gone public to reopen lines of communication with Apple.

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Here's the Best Way to Transfer Data From Your Old iPhone to a New iPhone 13

If you've got a new iPhone 13 to replace your current iPhone, there are a few ways you can migrate your data across to the new device. You can...

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8 last-minute iPhone 13 leaks that just spoiled Apple's California streaming event

On the eve of Apple’s iPhone 13 event, is there anything we don’t already know? New leaks just gave us even more details on the cameras, storage (1TB!), and more.

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There's a hidden iPhone app that doesn't appear on your home screen

Did you know the iPhone has a code scanner? It's a secret app in iOS 14 and iOS 15, and we'll show you how to find it on your iPhone now.

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Everything New in iOS 15 Beta 3: New Safari Search, Address Bar Relocation and Reload

Apple today released the third betas of iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, and the company is continuing to refine the suite of new features that are coming in...

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Here's Everything Apple Announced at WWDC 2021

iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey, watchOS 8, new Health app and privacy features, and much, much more.

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iOS 14.6 brings new tricks. Here are all the best iPhone and iPad features to try

Apple just released iOS 14.6 and iPadOS 14.6, which boosts an already great bundle of tricks with even more features for your iPhone and iPad.

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Stop Calling the iPad Pro a Laptop Replacement. It's Much More Than That

The 2021 iPad Pro finally answers the question of whether it can replace your laptop, but the answer might not be what you think.

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Researchers Create Free-Floating Animated Holograms That Bring Us One Step Closer to Star Trek's Holodecks

Back in 2018, researchers from Brigham Young University demonstrated a device called an Optical Trap Display that used lasers to create free-floating holographic images that don’t need a display. That same team is now demonstrating a new technique that al

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Why Almost No One Is Getting the Fastest Form of 5G

A new report shows that US mobile customers are tapping into the technology’s speediest networks less than 1 percent of the time.

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iOS 14.5 arrives this week. 2 reasons you should wait to update your iPhone or iPad

Being an early adopter of iOS 14.5 or any new software doesn't always pay off. Here's what you need to know.

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Here’s everything Apple announced at its ‘Spring Loaded’ event today

It’s Apple event day! From tweaks to the Apple Card to all new iMacs and iPads, Apple crammed this one-hour event with news. Don’t have time to sit down and click through every last announcement? We’ve slimmed it down to just the key points for maximum sk

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Here’s why iPhone 11 owners should download iOS 14.5 as soon they can

Apple’s iOS update output has increased substantially in recent years, with four major updates coming to iOS 11, five to iOS 12, and seven to iOS 13. We’re now four updates into iOS 14,…

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A huge new hacking threat was just discovered

"You have the watches," goes a famous quote with different variations throughout history but most recently attributed to a captured Taliban commander, "but we have the time.

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Apple employees knew that if Steve Jobs turned off his iPhone, it meant one thing – BGR

Most of us, when we think of late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, probably fixate on the stereotype of him as a detail-obsessed quasi-workaholic, whose near-mania when it came to the seemingly tiniest details brought about world-changing products like the iP

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Google AI manager resigns following controversial firings of two top researchers - The Verge

Samy Bengio is quitting just months after star AI ethics researcher Timnit Gebru was fired. Her co-lead on the ethical AI team, Margaret Mitchell, was terminated in February.

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Here’s more fodder for the Apple vs. Android debate – BGR

Ahead of Apple CEO Tim Cook participating in an interview with The New York Times' Kara Swisher released on Monday -- an interview which generated tons of news headlines, thanks to Cook discussing everything from Facebook to Parler, Elon Musk, privacy, iO

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iPhone 13 is going to be worth the wait: All the major upgrades we're looking forward to

There's a lot of iPhone 13 speculation already, and if Apple delivers on these rumored features, we're in for a treat.

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iOS 14.5 brings new Siri voices to your iPhone and iPad. Here's how you can use them

Tired of talking to the same ol' Siri? iOS 14.5 gives you more options for a total of four.

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Hidden iPhone Tips and Tricks That Will Make You an iOS Expert

Apple's iOS is a pretty user-friendly mobile operating system, but there's plenty of hidden power under the hood. These tips will help you become a true iPhone guru.

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Zoom Escaper lets you sabotage your own meetings with audio problems, crying babies, and more - The Verge

Had enough Zoom meetings? Free app Zoom Escaper will help you self-sabotage your next video call with audio problems and sound effects. Choose from crying babies, construction noises, unwanted echoes, and more to gift yourself with a reason to drop the ca

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Apple must face consumer privacy lawsuit in open court, judge rules

Apple has been denied an effort to move a consumer privacy lawsuit to private arbitration today. The case involves customer complaints against Apple and T-Mobile over iMessage and FaceTime not being as secure as they’re marketed. Reported by Bloomberg, th

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Apple releases important iPhone, iPad, Mac and Watch security patches | TechCrunch

The tech giant said the security updates are "important" and are "recommended for all users."

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How to Delete Your Old Online Accounts (and Why You Should)

You’ve probably signed up for a lot of online services that you no longer use. Most of those accounts probably still exist, and they likely contain a mix of your personal data, identity details, and credit card numbers. Don’t leave juicy targets lying aro

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Voice assistants enable enterprise automation, CRM, and data intelligence | VentureBeat

During the pandemic, enterprise users are increasingly adopting voice assistant technologies to accelerate workloads.

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Facebook will pay $650 million to settle class action suit centered on Illinois privacy law | TechCrunch

Facebook was ordered to pay $650 million Friday for running afoul of an Illinois law designed to protect the state’s residents from invasive privacy practices. That law, the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), is a powerful state measure that’s trip

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Microsoft: Now you can turn a Word doc into a visual PowerPoint presentation

Microsoft's AI can turn your text-based Word document into an online PowerPoint presentation with images.

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How to stop your emails from being tracked - The Verge

One of the basic steps you can take to avoid trackers is to stop your email from automatically loading images since that’s where the majority of these pixels hide.

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The best features to look forward to in Apple’s iOS 14.5 update

Apple is introducing exciting new features with iOS 14.5 including Face ID compatibility while wearning a mask and default music service choice for Siri

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The Best VPNs to Protect Yourself Online

A VPN won’t solve all of your privacy problems, but it can help make you a less tempting target for hackers.

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Apple’s next iOS 14 beta will begin forcing developers to ask for permission to track you - The Verge

Apple’s planned privacy feature requiring developers ask iOS device owners for permission to track them for ad targeting is at last going live in the next iOS 14 beta, with a planned full release some time this spring for non-beta users. Called App Tracki

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Apple faces yet another lawsuit over throttling iPhones - The Verge

A consumer advocacy group in Europe has filed the latest lawsuit against Apple saying the company intentionally throttled older iPhones in Italy. The suit seeks €60 million in compensation, about €60 per device.

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Facebook spent more on lobbying than any other Big Tech company in 2020

Tech companies disclosed their lobbying spending for the fourth quarter late Thursday night, revealing big swings in spending from 2019 to 2020.

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YouTube launches hashtag landing pages to all users | TechCrunch

YouTube is embracing the hashtag. The company has been quietly working on a new feature that allows users to better discover content using hashtags — either by clicking on a hashtag on YouTube or by typing in a hashtag link directly. Before, these actions

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Yes, You Can Still Use WhatsApp—But Change These 3 Critical Settings First

While you don't need to quit WhatsApp—you do need to make these changes now...

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Your phone’s home screen can hold more than just apps. Here’s what else you should add.

You spend a lot of each day staring at your phone's home screen, so it better be a good one.

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'TV Remote' turns your iPhone into a universal control for TVs

TV Remote app lets you use your iPhone or iPad as a remote control for Smart TVs from LG, Samsung, Hitachi, Toshiba, Sharp, and more.

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Apple’s entire iPhone 13 lineup might get a massive camera upgrade

The iPhone 13 leaks are already piling up even though the new year has barely begun, with the latest report suggesting that Apple is giving the camera a big upgrade across the entire iPhone 13 lineup.

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Apple car will launch later than we thought, report claims

A new report Apple might not launch its rumored electric, self-driving car before 2025-2027, and possibly even later than that.

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There Are Thousands More SolarWinds Hacks Waiting to Happen

The recent SolarWinds hack represents several massive failures of leadership, policy, and cybersecurity procedure and is a warning that the worst may be yet to come.

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Apple’s Massive iPhone 13 Upgrades Suddenly Confirmed

New changes Apple's next-generation iPhones have been revealed, and you will like them a lot...

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iOS 14 problems: here's how to fix the most common iPhone glitches in iOS 14.2

iOS 14 introduced a ton of new features, and a bunch of gnarly bugs, too – here's all the problems we've seen, along with any fixes or workarounds to solve them.

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Apple might have one final hardware surprise in store for 2020 – BGR

Apple might be preparing to announce a new product on Tuesday, December 8th. A leaked memo reveals that Apple is telling technicians to prepare for AppleCare-related changes next Tuesday at 5:30 a.m. PT. Apple last this request right before the iPhone 12

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Here are the best AirPods deals you can get right now - The Verge

If you’re looking for a deal on AirPods, be it the second-generation AirPods with a wireless charging case or Apple’s AirPods Pro truly wireless earbuds with noise cancellation, we’ve pulled together the best sale prices.

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If you see your password on this list, change it as soon as possible – BGR

NordPass released a list of the 200 most common passwords of the year 2020 this week. Most of the passwords on this list also appeared on the 2019 list, and a vast majority of them can be cracked by a hacker in less than a second.

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RIP Google Music, one of the company’s last examples of generosity | TechCrunch

Google Music is dead, and with it one of the few remaining connections I have to the company that doesn’t feel like a gun to my head. The service, now merged haphazardly with YouTube Music, recalled the early days of Google, when they sometimes just made

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Apple releases iOS 14.2 with new emoji and wallpapers, HomePod Intercom support, more

After releasing the Release Candidate version last week, iOS 14.2 is now available to all iPhone users. Apple has also released iPadOS 14.2 as well as iOS 12.4.9 for older devices. iOS 14.2 includes a variety of changes and new features, including over 10

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The 5 Biggest Cloud Computing Trends In 2021

Cloud computing has been a lifeline for companies during the global pandemic in 2020. Here we look at the five most important trends in cloud computing everyone should know about.

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iPhone sales fell 20% ahead of iPhone 12 launch, but Apple isn't worried

Company executives expect dramatic increases in sales this holiday season. But questions remain about the impact the coronavirus might have.

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Apple search crawler activity could signal a Google competitor, or a bid to make Siri a one-stop-shop | TechCrunch

Encouraged by the spate of antitrust activity brewing in both the Justice Department and on Capitol Hill, Apple may be developing a search competitor to Google, according to a report in the Financial Times. That would be a move ripe with irony as the push

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iPhone 12 vs. Pro and Pro Max: The features that might convince you to go Pro

Do you really need an iPhone 12 "Pro" model or is the regular iPhone 12 enough?

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The HomePod Mini fail: How Apple got almost everything wrong

If Apple wants me to replace all of my speakers, it needs to offer a complete entertainment system package, not just a connected speaker for listening to music. Apple TV, where are you?

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Here’s everything Apple announced at its “Hi, Speed” iPhone event today | TechCrunch

Just shy of one month after their last event, Apple was back today with another one. Everyone had a pretty good feeling this would be the one where they announced this year’s new iPhone… instead, Apple announced four new iPhones, plus a new HomePod for go

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The Surprising Link Between Star Wars' Stormtroopers and Apple's Earbuds

Apple’s sleek white earbuds look suspiciously similar to Star Wars' stormtrooper uniforms—and it’s not a coincidence.

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Amazon’s 5 best Apple deals ahead of tomorrow’s iPhone 12 event – BGR

After a delay of about a month, Apple will finally take the wraps off its new iPhone 12 series lineup on Tuesday. Amazon is hosting several big Apple sales ahead of tomorrow's event. Highlights include AirPods Pro for $199, AirPods 2 for $124.

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The 7 biggest announcements from Google’s Pixel 5 event - The Verge

Google just wrapped up its hardware event where it debuted the Pixel 5, the Pixel 4A 5G, a new Chromecast with the Google TV interface, and the Nest Audio speaker. Here are all of the big moments you might have missed.

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Apple Watch Series 6 review – TechCrunch

When it comes to smartwatches, it’s Apple against the world. It’s not that there aren’t plenty of other products to choose from — it’s more that the company has just utterly dominated the space to such a point that any other device is relegated

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Scientists found a way to detect coronavirus infections in 10 seconds – BGR

Coronavirus testing is done using PCR tests that analyze the contents of a nasal swab, making screening campaigns cumbersome in certain situations. Researchers have found a way to improve the time it takes to detect COVID-19 patients: Dogs trained to snif

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Apple Buys Startup That Creates Radio-Like Stations for Podcasts

Apple Inc. acquired a startup that makes listening to podcasts more like tuning into radio stations, seeking to improve its service amid growing competition from Spotify Technology SA.

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How to make the most of iOS 14 widgets and iPhone home screen customization | TechCrunch

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iOS 14: What developers need to know | VentureBeat

Not sure what to expect when iOS 14 releases, or what you and your team should be doing to prepare? This guide will help game studios prepare.

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Apple’s new App Store rules carve out loopholes for xCloud, Stadia, and more - The Verge

Apple has updated its App Store Review Guidelines, adding new clarifications as to whether streaming game services like xCloud and Stadia are allowed, along with new rules for in-app purchases for email services like Hey and digital fitness classes.

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The 11 Best New Features in Android 11

Google's newest version of its mobile operating system adds small but helpful improvements. If you have a Pixel phone, you can download it today.

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Apple to let app developers offer free or discounted subscriptions via offer codes - The Verge

Apple will soon let developers offer discounts for their apps or services via unique offer codes. Developers will be able to distribute these one-time use codes to offer free or discounted pricing for their in-app subscriptions

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Here's the Real Reason You Miss the Nokia 3310 | WIRED

The iconic mobile phone, which turns 20 years old, was an all-timer—and a reminder of less-connected times.

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Slack has fixed a major vulnerability in its desktop app

In the current age of remote working, more people are relying on team collaboration tools and Slack is one of the top services in the category. A security vulnerability in the service's desktop app, which is now fixed, could have…

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Apple Purges Thousands of Unlicensed Games from China App Store

Apple Inc. removed more than 30,000 apps, 90% of them games, from its iPhone App Store in China on Saturday, Qimai Research Institute said.

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Rapid Prototyping to Speed Up Developing Your Startup App Idea

Prototyping can de-risk product development by providing entrepreneurs with key insights to build an app that customers need and will buy.

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iPhone 12 release date, leaks, price and what we know

A new iPhone is almost here, and it's almost certainly four versions of the iPhone 12. Here's everything you need to know.

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Permission for tracking in iOS 14 creates clash with advertisers

Apple and the ad industry are once again in conflict, as ad associations object to the way iOS 14 seeks user permission for tracking ...

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Microsoft Edge completely takes over your PC on startup

Microsoft Edge seemed like a good thing originally, but now that it's rolling out widely, users are infuriated at what first happens at startup.

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The Reason Apple iPads Don't Have Calculators

Apple's iPad is a versatile computing device that has pretty much anything a user could ever want—except a standard calculator. Here's why.

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No charger or EarPods with iPhone 12, confirms reliable leaker - 9to5Mac

A leaker with a solid track-record has backed reports that the iPhone 12 will ship with no charger or EarPods, reducing costs for Apple and enabling ...

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6 truths about your phone's battery life: All about overcharging, overheating, fast charging

What does a fast charger do to your phone's battery over time? How can you help extend your battery's life? We spoke to experts. Here's what we learned.

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Former Intel engineer reveals the truth about the Mac’s switch to Apple Silicon

Apple’s long-rumored switch from Intel chips to Apple Silicon is the biggest Mac shake-up in years. Now, an Intel engineer has revealed exactly why it happened.

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iOS 14 release date, beta, features and supported iPhones | TechRadar

iOS 14 was just confirmed at WWDC 2020 – these are all the features confirmed so far.

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Spotify could be working to add music videos to its app | TechRadar

Code hidden in the current Spotify app suggests a music video feature could be on the way – but it might never see the light of day.

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Adobe Flash will finally die on December 31, 2020

There was a time when Flash made the web a more vibrant and fun place by providing easy access to games and video content. There was even a brief time

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Rumor: Apple making folding iPhone with separate but 'seamless' screens

As if a supposed leak of iPhone 12 molds today wasn’t enough, another big rumor about upcoming Apple devices has surfaced: The company apparently is apparently working on a foldable iPhone with two separate but ‘fairly continuos’ panels. The rumor comes c

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Apple Will Reveal ARM Chip Overhaul for Mac at WWDC 2020

Extensive rumors claim Apple will switch from Intel to ARM processors in its future Macs. That change now seems imminent: it will happen at WWDC in mid-June.

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Google just banned an Indian app that helps remove Chinese apps from your phone – BGR

Remove China Apps, a popular app made in India was just pulled from the Google Play Store for violating Google’s Deceptive Behavior Policy. The move is the latest episode in the escalating China vs. India conflict that included skirmishes at the Himalay

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Google to make quality of "page experience" a ranking factor in Search results

It's part of a long list of actions Google has taken to force publishers to deliver better experiences for users.

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Amazon Prime Video releases Zoom backgrounds for 'Fleabag,' 'Maisel,' and more

Amazon Prime Video created Zoom backgrounds for fan-favorite shows like "Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," "Fleabag," and more.

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How to Use Spotify's New Group Sessions Feature | Digital Trends

Spotify is testing out a Group Sessions feature, which allows premium users in the same vicinity share DJ duties for shared playlists.

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Microsoft now blocks reply-all email storms to end our inbox nightmares - The Verge

Microsoft is adding a reply-all email storm block feature to Exchange Online and Office 365. It’s designed to stop people from replying to big email threads and clogging up inboxes and email servers.

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To fight COVID-19, your iPhone will share medical info during emergency calls

If you haven’t filled out the Health app’s Medical ID feature, there’s no better time.

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Here’s why an affordable 5G iPhone is the only right move for Apple | VentureBeat

Apple is supposedly planning an entry-level 5G iPhone at an aggressive price point. There are good reasons this should happen, and China is one of them.

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Smartphone shipments dropped 13% globally, and COVID-19 is to blame | TechCrunch

We knew it was going to be bad — but not necessarily “lowest level since 2013” bad. As Apple was busy reporting its earnings, Canalys just dropped some of its own figures — and they’re not pretty. After two quarters of much-needed growing, the global smar

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LinkedIn has an AI to help make you better at job interviews | Engadget

If you’re searching for a job during these challenging times, LinkedIn might be able to help. Microsoft’s social network has unveiled AI-powered tools that can help you both meet potential employers and prepare for any tricky interview questions.

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The Real Reason Apple Made the iPhone SE So Cheap

Over the past few years, Apple has methodically pivoted its business strategy away from getting you to replace your iPhone as frequently as possible. Instead, it’s maximizing the money it makes in a…

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Our 14 favorite gadgets and hacks for working at home - The Verge

We asked the staff of The Verge what they’ve been using to make their work-at-home situations more practical, more pleasant, or simply more possible.

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Amazon's AI uses a microphone array to localize multiple speakers in a room | VentureBeat

A team of Amazon researchers proposes a machine learning model that's able to localize multiple sound sources from microphone data alone.

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WhatsApp will soon allow up to eight participants in a group call

WhatsApp currently allows only up to four people in a group voice or video call, but that number will soon be increased to eight.

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Apple strongly denies that iPhone Mail vulnerabilities have been exploited

A security company which discovered iPhone Mail vulnerabilities claimed that they have been 'widely exploited' in real-world attacks. Apple has now denied

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Zoom just got a killer feature to beat every video call app

Zoom calls are about to give the video conferencing service a serious edge over Google Hangouts and Microsoft Teams with real-time meeting transcription.

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Why You Shouldn’t Charge Your MacBook Pro From The Left-Hand Side

A new piece of research claims that plugging in a MacBook Pro charger on the left-hand side of the device can cause the laptop to run hot, potentially affecting its performance

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WhatsApp is addressing group video-calling limitations to better compete with Zoom | VentureBeat

WhatsApp is reportedly making a number of changes to its messaging app to to assert its place as a group video-calling hub.

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AI indicates which symptoms might be leading indicators of COVID-19 | VentureBeat

An AI-assisted study conducted by researchers at startup Nference and the Mayo Clinic found that certain symptoms might be leading indicators of COVID-19.

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iPhone SE vs. iPhone 11 comparison: Which new iPhone should you buy?

Apple's iPhone SE for 2020 is $300 cheaper than the baseline iPhone 11. Here's what you get (and don't get) for that price.

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Google is now listing COVID-19 testing centers in search results

The listings are part of a new "Testing" tab that appears in search results.

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How to Lock Down What Websites Can Access on Your Computer | WIRED

If you're not careful, websites can grab all kinds of permissions you don't realize or intend. Take back control in your browser.

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Is 5G Dangerous? We Asked an Expert | Digital Trends

There's plenty of consumer anxiety about radiofrequency (RF) radiation used on 5G networks. But is it based in reality? We asked experts to find out the truth.

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Apple is gathering data from Apple Maps to show how well people are social distancing

Apple said it wants to help public health authorities and governments figure out whether social distancing guidelines are being followed but that it won't infringe on any individual's privacy.

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NASA’s asteroid probe is rehearsing for its most dangerous move yet

NASA's OSIRIS-REx asteroid probe is about to perform its most daring maneuver yet. In a rehearsal for the sample-gathering act planned for later this year, the spacecraft will carry out an exercise that will bring it closer to the asteroid Bennu than ever

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Zoom admits some calls were routed through China by mistake | TechCrunch

The company said it's fixed the issue, but won't say how many users are affected.

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Zoom announces 90-day feature freeze to fix privacy and security issues

Zoom is giving itself 90 days to fix the problems that have been raised recently

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14 hidden iPhone and iPad gems: Screenshots, trackpad, better battery charging

Apple's lesser-known features like improved screenshots and a new volume indicator that make the iPhone and iPad infinitely appealing.

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Zoom's iOS app is sending your data to Facebook, because privacy is a myth

Zoom’s video conferencing app has grown more popular than ever lately, while people are staying home to flatten the curve. But you should know that there’s a major privacy concern with the service. Last night, Vice reported that Zoom‘s iOS app is nonconse

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The new iPad Pro isn’t a laptop replacement. It’s better than that

This new batch of iPad Pros finally shows that the tablet approaching its full potential

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The CDC launches a ‘coronavirus self-checker’ bot called Clara for people in the United States | TechCrunch

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention introduced a bot over the weekend to help people make decisions about what to do if they have potential symptoms of COVID-19. Called Clara, the “coronavirus self-checker” was created in partnership with

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6 Amazon Echo settings you won't regret changing

Whether you've had your Amazon Echo for days, months or years, you'll want to update these settings right now.

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Twitter makes working from home mandatory for employees around the world in response to COVID-19 | TechCrunch

After “strongly encouraging” it earlier this month, Twitter said today that working from home is now mandatory for all employees around the world due to COVID-19 concerns. In announcement, the company said “we understand this is an unprecedented step, but

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SXSW Lays Off a Third of Its Staff After Coronavirus Cancellation

The cancellation of this year’s annual South by Southwest Festival in Austin, Texas, due to the global coronavirus pandemic has hit its organizing body hard, with dozens of employees let go on Monday.

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SXSW canceled due to coronavirus after Austin declares ‘local disaster’

SXSW was canceled after a string of high-profile cancellations including Twitter, Facebook and TikTok.

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Twitter starts testing its own version of Stories, called ‘Fleets,’ which disappear after 24 hours

Twitter is testing its own version of Stories. The company announced today it will begin to trial a new sharing format called “Fleets,” starting in Brazil, which will let users post ephemeral content to its social network for the first time. Unlike Tweets

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Facebook brings its 3D photos feature to users with single-camera phones

Facebook first showed off its 3D photos back in 2018, and shared the technical details behind it a month later. But unless you had one of a handful of phones with dual cameras back then (when they weren't so common), you couldn't make your own. Today an u

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Researchers propose AI that improves the quality of any video

In a preprint paper, researchers propose an AI framework for transforming low-quality videos into high-resolution, high-framerate footage.

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Inside the Seething Boardroom Drama That Poisoned HQ Trivia

The app was America’s favorite gameshow until a toxic culture and co-founder feuding drove it off the air. Now, the CEO wants to bring it back.

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22 New Features & Changes for iPhone in iOS 13.4

So far, iOS 13's major point updates have all been pretty exciting for iPhone. We've seen iOS 13.1, 13.2, and 13.3 come and go, offering more than 60 new features and changes combined to that very first version of iOS 13. While iOS 13.3.1 was a minor upda

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How ‘The Mandalorian’ and ILM invisibly reinvented film and TV production | TechCrunch

“The Mandalorian” was a pretty good show. On that most people seem to agree. But while a successful live-action Star Wars TV series is important in its own right, the way this particular show was made represents a far greater change, perhaps the most impo

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The 'Robo Revenge' App Makes It Easy to Sue Robocallers | WIRED

Mac malware, a Bitcoin mixer, and more of the week's top security news.

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Apple Music now groups different versions of the same albums - The Verge

Apple Music has tweaked the way it organizes different versions of the same album. Now, if you tap on an album in Apple Music, any alternate versions will appear below the tracklist in a section called "Other Versions."

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Apple Music now groups different versions of the same albums - The Verge

Apple Music has tweaked the way it organizes different versions of the same album. Now, if you tap on an album in Apple Music, any alternate versions will appear below the tracklist in a section called "Other Versions."

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    If Apple’s 5G iPhone plans are still fluid, it’s in for quite a ride

    A new report claims that Apple's still tinkering with antenna options for its 5G iPhones, which if accurate could lead to last-minute cellular speed issues.

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    iOS 13.4 May Allow iPhone, Apple Watch to Serve as Car Keys

    The CarKey API, spotted by 9to5Mac in the first iOS 13.4 beta, will allow iPhone and Apple Watch owners to use the devices as car keys for compatible vehicles.

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    This Vehicle Has No Side-View Mirrors—and It's Legal | WIRED

    Self-driving startup Nuro is the first company to win an exemption from federal safety requirements. It won't be the last.

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    How to secure your WhatsApp account from social hacking

    It’s easy to secure your WhatsApp account with a six-digit PIN, so we’d suggest setting one up as soon as you get the chance. Then, if your SMS code ever falls into the wrong hands, they won’t be able to sign in to your account.

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    6 clever Gmail tricks to cut down on regret, frustration and spam

    Gmail can help you keep both your inbox and your reputation clean by giving you control over what goes out and what comes in to your Gmail account.

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    This brilliant hidden iPhone feature shows one of iOS’s biggest advantages over Android – BGR

    Younger smartphone fans might not have even been using a cell phone long enough to realize this, but there actually was a time in the smartphone industry before Apple's iOS platform and Google's Android platform dominated the industry.

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    Behold: The foldable iPhone of your dreams

    With rumors surrounding Apple’s upcoming iPhone 12 series starting to pick up, we’ve been learning new tidbits about the phones every week. We know the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPh…

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    An Apple store Genius shows how the iPad Pro can't replace a PC

    Is this truly the post-PC era? The evidence of this man's Apple store visit suggests it hasn't quite arrived yet.

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    WhatsApp hidden features: Five tricks that you must know

    WhatsApp keeps adding a bevy of features and updates to provide its customers with a smooth messaging experience.Here are some of the best and lesser-known features that you should try out now

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    Hackers Are Abusing a Bug in Firefox to Take Over Computers

    'We are aware of targeted attacks in the wild abusing this flaw,' Mozilla said in the advisory. It's not clear how the hackers were exploiting the bug, but they likely created a malicious website to trigger the flaw.

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    TiVo gets into the streaming fight with the new $69 Stream 4K - The Verge

    TiVo’s $69.99 TiVo Stream 4K is an HDMI dongle designed to compete with products like the Fire TV, Chromecast, or Roku Streaming Stick. It’ll rely on Sling TV for a DVR feature instead of traditional cable. Otherwise, it seems like a standard Android TV s

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    The 11 Best Gadgets of 2019 to Get You Excited About 2020

    We’re in a pretty stable place right now when it comes to gadgets. For the most part, we’re currently stuck in a cycle of continuous, minute iterations to the same ol’ tech and it’s hard to get excited about that. But the gadgets below didn’t just end up

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    The Most Useful Gadgets of 2019 | ZDNet

    Usually these end of year gadget listings are dominated by expensive items such as smartphones and monster desktop PCs. This listing is different.

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    Apple Music vs. Spotify: Which service is the streaming king?

    Spotify is the undisputed king of on-demand music streaming. But Apple Music, now the most popular service in the United States, is hot on its heels. In our Apple Music versus Spotify showdown, we lay out the differences between these streaming behemoths

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    Why You Should Never Charge Your Phone in Public USB Ports Without a USB Data Blocker

    Public USB ports could be an easy way for hackers to steal your device’s passwords and other important data.

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    Not all 5G is the same. An expert breaks it down.

    With 5G wireless networks poised to start rolling out in 2020, we chatted with an expert to breakdown the confusing standards and what that means for you.

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    Every Google Assistant command to give your Nest speaker or display

    From smart speakers and displays to Android phones and even an iPhone app, Google Assistant's list of platforms and skills keeps expanding all the time.

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    Facebook Gives Workers a Chatbot to Appease That Prying Uncle - The New York Times

    The “Liam Bot” teaches employees what to say if friends or family ask difficult questions about the company over the holidays.

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    3 new Apple Maps features you should try now -- and how to use them

    These new features help turn Apple Maps from a laughable Google Maps replacement to an app that can stand on its own.

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    Lenovo shows off foldable Razr with a fan render (updated)

    A video shared today shows the rumored RAZR-like phone folding in half.

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    HomePod update adds multi-user support and music handoffs

    Apple just made the HomePod considerably more useful for whole households, albeit somewhat later than expected. It accompanied the release of iOS 13.2 with a c...

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    Facebook trained AI to fool facial recognition systems, and it works on live video

    According to VentureBeat, Facebook AI Research (FAIR) has developed a state-of-the-art "de-identification" system that works on video, including even live video. It works by altering key facial features of a video subject in real time using machine learni

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    Millions downloaded dozens of Android apps from Google Play that were infected with adware | TechCrunch

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    Netflix and HBO shows are getting pirated on this app that's been bankrolled by advertisers such as Pandora, BET+ and TikTok

    Underground apps such as TeaTV are showing new release films and HBO shows, and siphoning ad dollars from creators and legit content sites.

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    Steve Jobs Was Wrong About Computers (And We're Paying For It Right Now) | Inc.

    Sometimes, entrepreneurs can be taken over by wishful thinking. Even the great ones.

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    How to Geotag a Photo in the macOS Photos App

    Geotagging allows you to add geographical identification metadata to photographs right in macOS's Photos app – even if your camera didn't. Here's how!

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    Amazon’s Prime Video app disappears from the App Store [Updated] – TechCrunch

    In what we understand was a “technical issue”, the Amazon Prime Video app disappeared from the Apple App Store, making it unavailable for new downloads or updates to users both on iOS and Apple TV. Twitter users began to tweet to Amazon for he

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    Just Upgraded to iOS 13? Start with These 8 Tips

    Apple today released iOS 13, the newest version of the software that's designed to run on the iPhone. Apple's yearly software updates always...

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    Google Maps just got a brand new feature that goes way beyond navigation – BGR

    Google has been adding plenty of new features to Google Maps over the year, most of them meant to improve navigation and commute experiences. The latest feature, however, is a lot more helpful than just providing directions to a new destination.

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    YouTube creators are turning the site into a podcast network - The Verge

    More YouTube creators are getting into the podcast game, including Ethan Klein, David Dobrik, Joe Rogan, and Marques Brownlee. That means launching new channels dedicated to podcasts is a smart way to capitalize on one content format and turn it into nume

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    iPhone 11 Shock As 'All-New' Apple iPhone Revealed

    Apple's iPhone 11 looks set to be blown away by this stunning device...

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    Another convincing deepfake app goes viral prompting immediate privacy backlash - The Verge

    Zao is a new deepfake face-swapping app that’s able to to place your likeness into famous movies and TV shows based off just a single photograph. The app went viral in China over the weekend after releasing on Friday.

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    Microsoft hires former Siri boss for AI leadership role | VentureBeat

    After stints at Apple and Amazon, Bill Stasior is joining Microsoft in a move that will impact the Redmond giant's AI strategies.

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    Amazon scientists improve Alexa’s ability to understand context

    In a new research paper, Amazon scientists detailed two methods they say improve Alexa's ability to account for command context.

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    How to ditch Google Chrome for Firefox

    How to break your Google Chrome habit and escape to the loving, privacy-protected embrace of Mozilla's Firefox browser.

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    Video shows why Apple doesn’t allow in-store replacement of swollen batteries - 9to5Mac

    Apple carries out a number of iPhone repairs in-store these days, but there is one fault that stores are forbidden from touching, and that’s swollen batteries. There’s just too high a risk that these will be accidentally punctured during disassembly or re

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    DoorDash uses a shady tactic that stiffs workers out of some tips and customers are furious

    Angry customers urged fellow diners to tip with cash to ensure it gets to the courier, while politicians draft laws meant to enforce transparency.

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    The iPhone 11 rumors are starting to take shape - CNET

    A real-life look at what Apple's 2019 iPhone could look like, based on the latest rumors, and a detailed look at that camera bump.

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    Check out this flying jet board from France's Bastille Day parade

    Bastille Day 2019 featured one of the more strange military demonstrations in recent memory: a flying jet board.

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    If iGlasses are truly on ice, Apple's 2020 will be dull but lucrative | VentureBeat

    Critics often conflate Apple's innovations with success, but in reality, the company's sales aren't as dependent on new product categories as on iteration.

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    Samsung CEO admits pushing Galaxy Fold ‘before it was ready’

    The Samsung Galaxy Fold was supposed to change smartphone form factors forever,

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    Microsoft readies Office for virtual desktop services, including Windows Virtual Desktop | ZDNet

    Microsoft is adding new features to Outlook, Teams, OneDrive and other Office apps to pave the way for their use in virtualized scenarios, including with Windows Virtual Desktop.

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    iOS tip: How to clear your iPhone's RAM and make it faster | ZDNet

    Finding that your iPhone is feeling a little slow? Here's a quick and easy trick to help speed it up without having to restart it or delete any apps or data.

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    Why Google’s surprise Pixel 4 tease raises the stakes - The Verge

    Just one day after we reported on the first Pixel 4 leaks, Google decided to mount a social media hype campaign by literally tweeting out an image of its upcoming Pixel 4. It was a savvy recognition of how the run up to phone launches actually work and an

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    Here's how to view, download, and delete your personal information online

    Download your personal data from Facebook, Apple, Microsoft, and other tech heavies.

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    How Ridiculous Is Apple's $1,000 Monitor Stand, Really?

    At $5,000, Apple’s new Pro Display XDR definitely ain’t cheap, but with a 32-inch screen, 6K resolution, full HDR support (with a ridiculous peak brightness of 1600 nits), and color reproduction that some are claiming is better than OLED, you can sort of

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    Siri gets a better voice and new AirPods and HomePod features | VentureBeat

    Apple's Siri got a series of enhancements today including a more expressive voice and the ability to quickly send SMS messages with AirPods.

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    iPhone 11 rumors: Price, specs, features and everything else we know - CNET

    What will we learn about the next generation iPhone when WWDC starts on June 3?

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    Flipboard hacks prompt password resets for millions of users | TechCrunch

    Social sharing site and news aggregator Flipboard has reset millions of user passwords after hackers gained access to its systems several times over a nine-month period The company confirmed in a notice Tuesday that the hacks took place between June 2, 20

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    Apps Are Using Background App Refresh to Send Data to Tracking Companies

    When Background App Refresh is enabled, some iOS apps are using the feature to regularly send data to tracking companies, according to a privacy...

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    Interview with Apple's former App Store approval chief offers fascinating insight into the review process - 9to5Mac

    A new interview with Apple’s former head of App Store approvals published today by Bloomberg takes an in-depth look at the app review process over the last decade and the team behind it. The wide-ranging conversation covers the early days from 2009, the g

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    WhatsApp confirms that ads will start appearing in the app in 2020 – BGR

    You know that one episode of Black Mirror where everyone can't even go to sleep without watching an ad that covers their entire bedroom? Well, we're one step closer to that reality today, as Facebook has confirmed that ads will arrive in its app as part o

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    Ticketmaster put an end to screenshots with new digital ticket technology | TechCrunch

    Ticketmaster is turning to new technology to help fight ticket fraud. The ticketing giant today unveiled its next-generation digital tickets, “Safetix,” which are tied to the ticket holder’s mobile device through an encrypted barcode that automatica

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    How the Apple store lost its 'wow' factor | AdAge

    Current and former employees say brand building became more important than serving shoppers

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    New Bloomberg report leaks dozens of new features coming to iOS 13 – BGR

    Apple's upcoming iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Max, and iPhone 11R have been leaking left and right over the past few weeks, so they have dominated the conversation among tech enthusiasts.

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    Google is making it easier to build Android apps on a Chromebook

    At I/O last year, Google announced it was adding Linux support to Chrome OS, a move that made it a lot easier for web and Android developers to use Chromebooks....

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    Some users unable to download or update App Store apps, faced with endless iTunes terms and conditions prompts - 9to5Mac

    Some sizeable number of people are experiencing an issue with the App Store at the moment. On an affected account, when attempting to download a pending app update or a whole new app, users are pre…

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    Facebook beats Q1 2019 profit estimates, sets aside $3 billion for privacy penalty | VentureBeat

    Facebook blew away Wall Street profit estimates in the first quarter, and set aside $3 billion to cover a settlement with U.S. regulators.

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    Lime’s electric scooters will be able to tell when you’re too drunk to ride - The Verge

    Lime co-founder and executive chairman Brad Bao chatted with The Verge’s editor-in-chief Nilay Patel and senior transportation reporter Andrew J. Hawkins about what’s next for the e-scooter revolution in this week’s Vergecast interview. Bao discussed how

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    Google dissolves AI ethics board just one week after forming it - The Verge

    Google today disclosed that it has dissolved a short-lived, external advisory board designed to monitor its use of artificial intelligence, following a week of controversy regarding the company’s selection of members. The decision, reported first today

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    Report: Apple to release three OLED iPhones in 2020, featuring new screen sizes from 5.42- to 6.67-inches

    According to Digitimes this morning, Apple is laying the groundwork in the supply chain to launch three new iPhones in 2020 featuring OLED displays. The current flagship lineup offers OLED screens …

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    Lyft closes up 9% on first day of trading | TechCrunch

    Pink confetti fell from the ceiling Friday as Lyft co-founders Logan Green and John Zimmer celebrated their company’s IPO. The stock offering was a bona fide success, with shares selling for $87.24 apiece Friday morning — 21 percent higher than Lyft�

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    Apple sells wireless charging AirPods, cancels charger days later | TechCrunch

    “Works with AirPower mat”. Apparently not. It loooks to me like Apple doesn’t treat customers with the same “high standard” of care it apparently reserves for its hardware quality. Nine days after launching its $199 wireless charging AirPods hea

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    Apple opens a beta test for its new TV app and subscriptions

    You can get your first glimpse of channels and "For You" recommendations in Apple TV betas.

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    With facial recognition, shoplifting may get you banned in places you've never been - CNET

    There are hundreds of stores using facial recognition -- none that have any rules or standards to prevent abuse.

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    Apple Accidentally Reveals Radical New iPhone Upgrade

    Apple has accidentally leaked its most long-awaited iPhone upgrade ever...

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    Apple's streaming service is 'a game changer,' to add 100 million users in 3 years, Wedbush says

    Wedbush Securities is particularly bullish on Apple's move into streaming, estimating 100 million users in just three years.

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    Apple left another big macOS security hole open for 90 days, Google says

    Apple's memory management system is too trusting of previously mounted disk images, according to Google researchers, leading to a dangerous vulnerability.

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    How to disguise your personal web-surfing at work

    When you read your favorite site at work, you don't necessarily want your boss to find out about it. Here's how to sneakily browse the web.

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    40 incredibly useful things you didn’t know Google Search could do

    Take your search game to the next level with these tools that’ll save you time and help you get more done.

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    Cybersecurity 101: Five settings to secure your iPhone or iPad | TechCrunch

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    5G vs. LTE: What’s the difference, and does it matter?

    If you're uncertain what the difference between 5G, LTE, and 4G is, then you're not alone. As 5G networks begin to roll out there's a lot of confusion about what the different terms and technologies mean. We explain the differences between

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    Many popular iPhone apps secretly record your screen without asking

    Many major companies, like Air Canada, Hollister and Expedia, are recording every tap and swipe you make on their iPhone apps. In most cases you won’t even realize it. And they don’t need to ask for permission. You can assume that most apps a

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    Which voice assistant speaks the most languages, and why?

    It's tough to add support for a new language to a voice assistant like Google Assistant, Siri, Alexa, and Cortana. Here's why.

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    Can you live without a smartphone? This flip phone fan has done it for 13 years and will teach you how – GeekWire

    Michael Valeri is a 28-year-old Seattle techie who is decidedly low tech when it comes to our most high-tech personal item. Michael has made a conscious decision to use a flip phone instead of a smartphone for the past 13 years.

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    Photos unlock 40% of Android phones with face recognition

    Dutch non-profit Consumentenbond has worked with international partners to conduct an audit of 110 smartphones with facial recognition. Spoiler alert: 42 of them were unlocked with the kind of photo you’d find on social media or capture on security cams

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    In 2018 the ticketing industry finally killed the “sold out” show

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    The Very Slow Movie Player shows a film over an entire year

    It seems someone took Every Frame a Painting literally: The Very Slow Movie Player is a device that turns cinema into wallpaper, advancing the image by a single second every hour. The result is an interesting household object that makes something new of e

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    Wi-Fi 6 Explained: The Next Generation of Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi is set to get better and faster with its upcoming major update. While plenty of routers are already available with chips using draft specifications, 802.11ax Wi-Fi won't be finalized until December 2019, ushering in a wave of updated devices to

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    6 Times “Opting Out” Doesn’t Actually Stop Data Collection

    Telling a company you want out doesn’t necessarily mean it stops collecting, or even sharing, your data.

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    Apple Accidentally Reveals Radical New iPhone

    Apple has revealed ambitious plans to redesign its new iPhones...

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    Here’s what Samsung’s whacky folding phone looks like in action

    As rumored, Samsung showed off a prototype of a folding display today. Folded, it’s a smartphone. Unfolded, it’s a tablet. Neat! Less neat: the company sort of went out of its way to not really show very much. A prototype was on stage for abou

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    MacBook Air: The Best and Worst Features | Digital Trends

    Apple has announced a new MacBook Air today, bringing an update that we've been anticipating for many years. Here are three things we really like about what Apple has delivered, and two things we're less excited about, including the high price t

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    Yikes! Online phishing attacks up 297% over last year

    An online investigation revealed that phishing attacks are up 297 percent. Scammers using social media and online retailers to get access information

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    What I learned by bringing down LinkedIn.com

    After a few months working at LinkedIn, I was starting to feel comfortable in my role as a Site Reliability Engineer. And then "the incident" happened.

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    How Much Do YouTubers Make? Revenue Streams and Top Performers

    There's big money in the YouTube video market, but it's not so easy to crack the cash code online.

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    Apple's T2 Chip Makes Third-Party Mac Repairs Impossible

    If you own a 2017 iMac Pro or 2018 MacBook Pro, Apple requires proprietary software to repair your device, even if all you need is a new battery or keyboard replaced, which means only Apple and authorized service providers can fix your Mac.

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    Apple is really bad at design. Here's why. | The Outline

    Let me just rip this band-aid off...

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    Apple updates Apple TV Remote, revamps Workflow as Shortcuts for iOS 12 | VentureBeat

    Coinciding with iOS 12's release today, new versions of Apple TV Remote and Shortcuts are out, and other updates can be expected throughout the day.

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    Apple has now sold almost 2B iOS devices | TechCrunch

    As usual, Apple used its annual iPhone event to provide us with a few fresh stats about the state of its business. The most important one came right at the start of today’s event.  Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that the company is about to sell its 2 bi

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    New leak suggests that Apple’s entry-level phone will be called the iPhone XC - The Verge

    A new leak suggests that Apple’s next iPhones will be called the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Plus, and the iPhone XC, along with some potential pricing information.

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    Dozens of iPhone Apps 'Constantly' Sending Location Data to Data Monetization Firms

    Dozens of popular iPhone apps are sharing the location data of millions of mobile devices with third-party data monetization firms, according to a...

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    5 Skills To Help You Thrive In Computer Programming

    What more do you need to be successful as a programmer than programming skills? A lot more, actually. Success in the industry depends on a combination of soft skills and […]

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    Chrome’s new design brings fresh problems for Google to fix

    Even though Google gave Chrome a makeover with an entirely new look, a number of users would like the option to revert back to an older build of the browser for more stability. Chrome's new design also brought new problems, and many users are reporti

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    How Google Thinks: SEO Done The Right Way

    If there was one SEO factor that summed it up, then it would be to design not for a search algorithm but for a person.

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    Alexa voice control is coming to Toshiba televisions | VentureBeat

    Starting next year, many of Toshiba’s OLED, 4K, and Full HD Smart Range televisions will respond to Alexa voice control, the company announced today. Alexa in Toshiba televisions will be able to do things like change the channel or volume, deliver movie

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    Apple reportedly mulls iPhone Xs names, no ‘Plus’ for 2018 models

    Apple faces a naming conundrum ahead of the release of its three 2018 iPhones, and is considering tweaking some key branding conventions, including removing the “Plus” name and skipping…

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    How to turn off Google's location tracking | Technology

    Turning off location history won’t hide where you are when you use search, Maps or weather. Here’s how to stop being tracked

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    The robot controlled by your thoughts

    How you can correct the mistakes of robots using only brain and muscle signals.

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    Update Your iPhones And Androids Now If You Don't Want Your Bluetooth Hacked

    Apple has patched, though it's unclear if all Android devices are secure. Windows, meanwhile, is still vulnerable to older Bluetooth attacks.

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    Aston Martin reveals flying car that could hit 200 mph | Fox Business

    The British sports car maker introduced the Volante Vision Concept at the Farnborough Airshow.

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    These simple earbuds are the wireless, noise-cancelling solution you've been looking for

    These simple earbuds are the wireless, noise-cancelling solution you've been looking for. The incredible audio quality is available for less than $45.

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    24 hidden settings that can maximize your Mac

    This collection of lesser-known macOS settings will let you customize and enhance your computing experience on any Mac desktop or laptop.

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    An iPhone survived 48 hours in the ocean and retained most of its battery

    An iPhone 7 went for a dive, and lived a full 2 days to tell the tale. In what may be the most impressive story about a waterproof case, a scuba diver found a very rare form of marine memorabilia when she saw an odd light come from the seabed. The iPhone

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    Segway announces its motorized, self-balancing e-skates

    The skates use Segway’s gyroscopic balancing technology that’s been found in the Human Transporter since 2002. It allows each skate to feature just one wheel rather than the set of four found on traditional roller skates.

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    Facebook launches Workplace for Good, a free version of its enterprise product for non-profits | TechCrunch

    Workplace is making a push into the non-profit segment. Today the enterprise communications app from Facebook — which competes against the likes of Slack, Hipchat, and Microsoft’s Teams — is launching a new tier of the product called Workplace for

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    Google will fix Home and Chromecast bug that reveals your location

    Don't look now, but your Google Home speaker or Chromecast could give away your whereabouts... for a little while, that is. Google has promised a fix for an aut...

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    Elon Musk is serious about adding thrusters to the new Tesla Roadster, the option will replace the back seats | Electrek

    Elon Musk has confirmed that he is completely serious about adding thrusters to the new Tesla Roadster and he added that the optional package will replace the mysterious back seats that the upcomin…

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    The mad, twisted tale of the electric scooter craze - CNET

    Betrayal, clipped brake cables and chop shops. And that's just in San Francisco.

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    Uber adds a 911 'panic button' to its US app

    Uber today pushed out a special option within its app that allows US users to contact emergency dispatchers immediately, potentially sharing their location as well. According to The Verge, the “panic button” has been added to the safety center menu o

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    Boston Dynamics' Robot Dog Will Be Available Next Year | WIRED

    The secretive company has long been research-focused, but that doesn’t mean it hasn’t been thinking about what consumers want out of SpotMini.

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    Alexa and Siri Can Hear This Hidden Command. You Can’t.

    Researchers can now send secret audio instructions undetectable to the human ear to Apple’s Siri, Amazon’s Alexa and Google’s Assistant.

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    Apple is removing apps that share your location data without consent

    Apple has recently started removing apps from the App Store for violating the Terms of Service — or, more specifically, the rule against sharing location data with third parties without the consent of the app users. According to 9to5Mac, several app dev

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    Your cable company’s worst nightmare is a little box that only costs $40 on Amazon – BGR

    It’s hard to believe that giant telecommunications company might be scared of a tiny little $40 box on Amazon, but believe us when we tell you that they’re scared to death.

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    Google Rolls Out Gmail Redesign for Web Browsers, Featuring Email Snoozing, Confidential Mode, and More

    Google launched its redesigned Gmail web interface today, introducing several new features including some the company trialed in its Inbox for Gmail...

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    Spotify beefs up its free tier

    Today at the Gramercy Theater in NYC, Spotify’s Chief R&D Officer Gustav Söderström announced a brand new free version of the Spotify mobile app. By leveraging their investment in machine learning, Spotify’s new free tier recommends music to

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    Google’s astounding new search tool will answer any question by reading thousands of books

    Called "Talk to Books," the AI-powered utility will scan every sentence in 100,000 books in half a second.

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    This change can make your online browsing faster and more private

    There is a small, simple step you can take right now that promises to make your online browsing faster and more private.

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    5 Google search tricks that get you what you want

    Have you ever searched on Google only to be presented with results so baffling you want to throw your computer out the window? Use these 5 search hacks to put a stop to that now.

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    Facebook's new privacy rules just broke Tinder - Business Insider

    Under fire for its handling user data in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal, Facebook made big changes to its service, which ended up affecting Tinder.

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    What Uber's Crash Tells Us About Japan's Silent Strategy For Driverless Cars

    Japan has been quietly rolling out and testing autonomous vehicles. The approach has been more subdued than their U.S. counterparts, but the technology is more advanced and closer to deployment than many industry watchers realize.

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    Mark Zuckerberg hits back at Tim Cook

    Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg defended his company's business model in an interview published by Vox on Monday

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    Lights, Camera, Artificial Action: Start-Up Is Taking A.I. to the Movies

    After selling their robotics company to Google, two engineers are working on technology they think can change how special effects are made.

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    23 lesser-known cofounders of the biggest tech companies, and where they are now

    We tend to forget that Steve Jobs, Travis Kalanick, and Bill Gates, didn't create Apple, Uber, and Microsoft alone.

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    Even with double the subscribers, Spotify says Apple will always have an edge owning the app store

    Spotify just filed for a direct listing in the U.S., sidestepping the traditional IPO process, and now we're starting to see some of the true financial guts..

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    Galaxy S9 IRL: What it's like to use Samsung's gorgeous new phones

    For 2018, Samsung's new super phones get variable aperture cameras and fix the placement of their fingerprint reader. But they keep a familiar look and feel.

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    Google and NCAA team up on March Madness AI competition with $100,000 in prizes | VentureBeat

    Google and the NCAA have teamed up on a $100,000 competition to see who can predict the best March Madness outcomes with machine learning.

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    How to spot a bot and what to do about it

    Here's how to figure out if a Twitter account is actually a bot, and then how to block the bot.

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    Inside North Korea’s Hacker Army

    The regime in Pyongyang has sent hundreds of programmers to other countries. Their mission: Make money by any means necessary.

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    ‘Human Uber’ Lets a Surrogate Socialize For You

    Lean into the hermit lifestyle by having a surrogate do the socializing for you.

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    HomePod only works with Apple Music, and that's a big mistake

    Apple might be making a big mistake with HomePod by only supporting Apple Music and not Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio or other music streaming services.

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    Tim Cook explains what sets HomePod apart from existing smart speakers

    As part of his one-day tour of Canada yesterday, Tim Cook offered an interview to the Financial Post following his visit to e-commerce platform Shopify’s headquarters. Cook used the interview as an…

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    9 Thorough Guides That Will Teach You the Basics of SEO

    In this article, we'll go over 9 guides that will help you get up to speed with SEO quickly.

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    Stop calling cities 'the next Silicon Valley' | VentureBeat

    I’ve written previously about finding ways to have better conversations about Heartland startups in 2018. Now I’d like to make one of my own goals public in the hopes that others will join me: Let’s stop thinking of tech ecosystems as trying to be �

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    Twenty tips for creating better looking drone footage - DIY Photography

    Shooting with a drone gives you an entirely new perspective and opens up plenty of new possibilities. Whether you use it for photography or video, using a drone requires some skill and planning if you want to make the best out of it. Stewart Carroll from

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    How to Tell If Your iPhone Battery Is Screwed and What You Can Do About It

    Earlier this week, Apple admitted that it is deliberately throttling the performance of older iPhones running newer versions of iOS, explaining that artificially limiting the speed of those devices was necessary to prevent aging lithium ion batteries from

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    What Amazon Echo and Google Home Do With Your Voice Data—And How to Delete It | WIRED

    Like the idea of Amazon Echo and Google Home, but feel uneasy about all that recording? Here's what they listen to—and how to delete it.

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    iPhone X Vs iPhone 8 Plus: What's The Difference?

    iPhone X or iPhone 8 Plus? Apple's new iPhones has big differences, strengths and weaknesses...

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    Amazon Echo devices can now make free calls in North America

    All Amazon Echo devices can now make free calls to the US, Canada, and Mexico without any additional hardware.

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    Amazon is working on smart glasses to house Alexa AI, says FT | TechCrunch

    Amazon is working on building a pair of smart glasses to house its Alexa voice assistant, and a home security camera that could be linked to its existing Echo..

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    The future of loud autoplay videos is in doubt, and we're stoked

    As Apple and Google move to block autoplay video with sound, will the rest of the industry follow?

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    Everything Apple announced at today's iPhone event

    Apple CEO Tim Cook today opened Apple’s fall iPhone event with a touching tribute to ex-CEO Steve Jobs. It’s fitting. The stage Cook stood on, after all, was the focal point of a new theater bearing Jobs’ name. Apple Watch Watch, according to Cook,

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    I downloaded an app. And suddenly, was part of the Cajun Navy. - Houston Chronicle

    I read an article about the Cajun Navy, and on a whim, downloaded Zello, the walkie-talkie-type app they used to communicate.

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    13 things everyone is going to love about iOS 11

    Apple's newest operating system for iPhones and iPads, iOS 11, finally launches this month. We'll learn the official release date for iOS 11 at Apple's big event on September 12; Apple calls its newest iOS "a giant step for iPhone" and "a m

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    Your next Beats Studio headphones could rock for 22 hours

    Beats by Dre, Apple's wild-child audio accessory arm, rarely gets the showcase moment at Apple launch events and probably won’t be mentioned on Sept. 12 when Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 8, but they're still getting the innovation love.

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    Safari in iOS 11 will finally get rid of Google’s annoying AMP links

    With September fast approaching, we’re only a few short weeks away from Apple releasing iOS 11 to hundreds of millions of iPhone and iPad users. While most of iOS 11’s new and exciting …

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    Apple's Winning iPhone Formula Is Perfecting Its Rivals Best Ideas

    While Apple invented the modern smartphone, it has since mostly played catch-up with competitors. A few times it got there first.

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    Apple's Winning iPhone Formula Is Perfecting Its Rivals Best Ideas

    While Apple invented the modern smartphone, it has since mostly played catch-up with competitors. A few times it got there first.

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    iPhone 8 Leak Reveals A Nasty New Surprise

    iPhone 8 looks stunning, but Apple has made a design problem...

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    Learn to Code in 3 Months With Harvard's Online Courses

    Harvard's online class is teaching thousands of students how to code in 12 weeks. You can learn for free or pay to enroll in the certificate program.

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    Nokia’s New Phone Ushers In the Unfortunate Era of the ‘Bothie’ | WIRED

    You like taking selfies and regular photos. Get you a phone that can do both... at the same time.

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    How Spotify Playlists Create Hits

    With more than 60 million subscribers, the streaming service can make or break a song. Here's how the industry is adjusting

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    Google's New Algorithm Makes Your Photos Perfect—Before You Take Them | WIRED

    Snap a photo and the neural network can identify exactly how to make it look better in under 20 milliseconds.

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    Which TV Streaming System Should You Buy?

    A guide to the best streaming media devices on the market right now, and who they're for.

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    Plug Pulled After Artificial Intelligence Develops Its Own Language - IGN

    This isn't the first time AI began communicating in a language humans can't understand. In fact, it happens constantly.

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    The launch of all 3 iPhones could be delayed

    Apple could delay the release of all the iPhone models expected for 2017 -- the iPhone 8, 7S, and 7S Plus -- after supply chain and production issues.

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    How I added four hours of battery life to my smartphone every day for free

    If your iPhone or Android can't make it through a day, here's how to test what's constantly draining it.

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    The 9 Most-Read WIRED Stories in June | WIRED

    What do ticks, Apple, and a "Poppy" sensation all have in common? Well, your attention, dear reader.

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    Awesome tech you can’t buy yet: Life-seeking telescopes, scuba arms, and more

    Check out our roundup of the coolest crowdfunding projects and product announcements that hit the web this week. You can't buy this stuff yet, but it sure is fun to gawk!

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    Willy Wonka's sideways-moving elevator could soon become a reality

    It's the first time elevators can move horizontally as well as vertically, which means that this system could change how we build our cities.

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    3 takeaways from Apple's entry into the self-driving car race

    Tim Cook finally admitted that Apple is working to develop an autonomous driving system, making the company an intriguing entry in the self-driving race.

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    iPhone 7 Vs Galaxy S8 Review: Should You Upgrade?

    Should you upgrade to the Galaxy S8 or iPhone 7? You might be surprised...

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    100 Awesome iOS 11 Features and Changes

    The complete list of awesome new features and refinements in iOS 11, Apple's major update for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.

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    Why Apple’s HomePod won’t just collect dust on your shelf | TechCrunch

    Apple brought its smart speaker into the world with a shoddy name and an unconventional pitch, but anyone brash enough to cast the device to the side so..

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    Apple’s WWDC 2017: a Siri speaker, iOS 11, and what else to expect

    It’s June again, so it’s time for Apple to give the world a look at what it’s been up to and what we should expect from the iPhone, the Mac, and everything in between in the months to come. On...

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    While the rest of the world tries to “kill email,” in China, it’s always been dead

    It’s a familiar story for students or businessmen on their first-ever visit to China. After rounds of beer and baijiu with potential clients, or a karaoke gathering through a university exchange program, the foreigner will ask the Chinese person sitting

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    iOS 11 concept imagines new productivity features, Finder app, and more for iPad users [Video] | 9to5Mac

    We’ve seen a few concepts imagining what iOS 11 could look like, but today the folks at MacStories have put together a video highlighting new features that could come to the iPad as part of t…

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    Significant iPhone 8 Leak Suggests Apple is About to Blow Our Minds

    A fresh leak from last week suggests that Apple's iPhone 8 might turn out to be much more impressive than we thought as we look at dual-lens camera...

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    iPhone 7S Leak Delivers The First Bad News

    Bloomberg reports Apple's new 2017 iPhone has run into trouble...

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    Apple AirPods: Review | WIRED

    Apple's new wireless headphones aren't for the iPhone 7. They're for Siri.

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    The Galaxy S8 won’t be able to deal with the iPhone 8’s killer feature – BGR

    The Galaxy S8 is supposed to be officially unveiled in just over two weeks, but we already know everything there is to know about it thanks to the plethora of leaks that hit the web recently.

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    Robots are about to make your beer runs

    Virginia became the first state in the union on Wednesday to legally allow robots to use sidewalks.

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    The iPhone 8's screen might be way more than just a pretty glass panel

    A new Apple patent suggests iPhone 8's screen could double as fingerprint sensor.

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    The End Of User-Friendly Design | Co.Design | business design

    As emotive, verbal AI colonizes our world, "user-friendly" doesn't mean what it once did.

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    Soon You'll Only Have to Charge Your Phone Every 3 Months

    Scientists have found that magnetoelectric multiferroic material could be used to make computers that require 100 times less power.

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    You will love this Siri versus Google Assistant infographic | VentureBeat | Bots | by Dennies John, Zlated

    Siri is the go-to personal assistant Apple iOS users are proud to have and rely on. It had nearly no competition in the world of smartphones with its speed, clarity, and accuracy — until Google Assistant entered the picture and turned the tables.

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    The iPhone 8 Is Coming. Here's What We Know So Far.

    As with every hotly anticipated new Apple device, everyone's wondering what the iPhone 8 will look like, and more importantly, what it will do.

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    Facebook (FB) approved an ad violating the Civil Rights Act of 1964 in 15 minutes, a ProPublica investigation found —

    The world's largest social network is being accused of pandering to racist advertising. An investigation into Facebook's advertising branch by the New York-based non-profit news organization ProPublica found that advertisers can not only filter target

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    Uber's Flying Cars Plan | WIRED

    Within a decade, 'Uber Elevate' could provide network of on demand, fully electric aircraft.

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    Samsung Galaxy Note 7 crisis deepens. Is it ‘done for’? - The Washington Post

    At least eight cases of fires in the phones Samsung issued to replace earlier models have been reported, according to Korea's Yonhap News Agency.

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    How to Remove Other Data from iPhone/iPad

    Remove other data from your iPhone and iPad, and create some space. You can smoothly use your iOS device by removing other data from iPhone and iPad.

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    Salesforce, Google, Microsoft, Verizon are all eyeing up a Twitter bid | TechCrunch

    Twitter continues to inch its way to a sale process, and the latest developments come in the form of alleged bids from potential buyers. Today CNBC is..

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    Tinder hooks up with Spotify to match users based on their taste in music | VentureBeat | Business | by Paul Sawers

    Tinder has revealed the next step in its mission to help users meet their perfect match, as Spotify opens up its catalog of songs to the perennially popular dating app.

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    Artificial intelligence is changing SEO faster than you think

    By now everyone has heard of Google’s RankBrain, the new artificial intelligence machine learning algorithm that is supposed to be the latest and greatest..

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    How to make computer coding child’s play | Technology | The Guardian

    With programming lessons now part of the school day, can parents help their offspring get top marks? Fear not – toys, gadgets and apps are all available to make coding a fun part of growing up

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    Noted Apple analyst drops yet more iPhone 7 details | The Verge

    Spoiler alert: KGI Securities' Ming-chi Kuo, who has been predicting Apple hardware details with a high degree of accuracy for years, issued a new research note over the weekend with some...

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    How to Hack an Election in 7 Minutes - POLITICO Magazine

    With Russia already meddling in 2016, a ragtag group of obsessive tech experts is warning that stealing the ultimate prize—victory on Nov. 8—would be child’s play.

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    Twitter Is Running Out of Time to Get Real About Fighting Abuse | WIRED

    Some say Twitter is out of excuses in its failure to fully address abuse. That’s a shame—because no other network has the same cultural currency as Twitter.

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    Apple might announce 3 different iPhone 7 models this year

    New leaked photos suggest Apple could release not two, but three iPhone 7 models this fall.

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    A.I. and chatbots: How they'll impact your bottom line (VB Live) | VentureBeat | Bots | by Tobias Goebel, Aspect Softwar

    Bots, done right, are the cutting-edge form of interactive communications that captivate and engage users. But what kind of potential do they have for sales, customer support and the bottom line? Tobias Goebel, Aspect Software’s Director of Emerging Te

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    Here's how startups are outsmarting Siri and Alexa

    Nearly every big tech company now offers a digital assistant powered by artificial intelligence. Apple has Siri, Facebook has M, Microsoft has Cortana, Amazon has Alexa, and Google has, well,...

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    Police confirm DVD player found in Tesla Autopilot wreck

    The truck driver struck by a Model S using Autopilot said he could hear a 'Harry Potter' movie still playing after the wreck.

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    Google talks up its self-driving cars’ cyclist-detection algorithms

    Today might be conspicuous in the annals of autonomous vehicles for a more serious reason, but another month is over and Google has issued its self-driving..

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    3D printing is dying — here's why - Business Insider

    Before you fall for the hype on a new product category, try it yourself.

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    Leaked iPhone 7 Chassis Photo Shows Headphone Jack Replaced - Forbes

    One of the hottest topics in regards to the upcoming iPhone 7 is the headphone jack. Some leaks have suggested that the iPhone 7 will ship without the headphone jack, but sources with Japanese Apple news blog Mac Otakara suggested that change will not ha

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    How to see everything Google knows about you

    You can access a lot of the information Google is collecting on you.

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    Microsoft pays out $10,000 for automatic Windows 10 installation | Technology | The Guardian

    Company withdraws appeal leaving it liable for $10,000 compensation judgment after botched automatic upgrade

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    This Simple Plugin Lets You Post to Instagram Directly from Lightroom

    Instagram may be seeing a big dip in engagement, but plenty of photographers still rely on the service to bring in business. Now, thanks to the LR/Instagra

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    All the New Features Coming to Your Mac Desktop This Fall! | WIRED

    Apple reaches a new pinnacle of user experience in its latest mountain-named desktop operating system.

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    YouTube Is Introducing New Ways to Help Small Businesses Make Better Video Ads | Adweek

    YouTube wants to turn video ads on its platform into a DIY possibility for small- and medium-sized businesses. Today, Google is launching three ways for SMBs to create video ads for YouTube that are—at least for the most part—free.

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    Don’t have an Apple TV? The iPad can also be a Home Hub for HomeKit devices | TechCrunch

    Yesterday at its annual developer's conference Apple took the wraps off the next generation of HomeKit, its Internet of Things platform for devices such as..

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    Steve Jobs didn't invent the iPhone, says Nancy Pelosi

    Technically Incorrect: The House minority leader says the US government was behind the actual invention; Jobs merely designed Apple's famous phone and put it together.

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    Adobe debuts Spark, a suite of mobile and web tools that lets anyone create visual content

    Adobe this morning launched a new suite of apps called Adobe Spark, which allow both web and mobile users to create and share visual content - like posts for..

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    9 amazing photos that'll make you inspired by how far technology has come

    Sometimes, while waiting for quantum computers to become a thing , or complaining that your stupid laptop keeps dying on 5 percent battery , it's easy to forget just how far technology has come over the past 50 years. Sure, we can all list off a...

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    Spending a lot of time on Facebook and Instagram could be making you depressed, study finds

    A U.S. study recently found a strong and significant association between social media use and depression.

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    Facebook might finally kill clickbait with new algorithm tweaks

    In June of last year, Facebook announced that it would start showing more content that mattered to you by factoring in the time you spent viewing a post --

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    Facebook launches Account Kit, a tool that lets you sign in to apps without passwords | VentureBeat | Dev | by Jordan No

    Facebook today announced the launch of Account Kit, a piece of new software third-party developers can add to apps that will let end users sign in with just an email or a phone number — no passwords necessary.

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    The 8 Technical Skills Modern Entrepreneurs Should Pick Up - Forbes

    Today’s entrepreneurship environment is...complicated. Never before have you had such an extensive array of methods, techniques, tactics, strategies, and ideas for growing your business.

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    Outshone by Smaller Screens, PCs Aim to Be Seen as Cool Again - The New York Times

    With the onslaught of smartphones and tablets, even people who depend on PCs now lack passion for these onetime miracle products.

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    15 Products That Defined Apple’s First 40 Years | WIRED

    WIRED celebrates Apple's 40th birthday with a look back at the 15 products that define its legacy in our culture.

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    Apple 9.7-Inch iPad Pro Review: Tablet vs. Laptop Showdown

    The latest iPad can handle many common PC tasks, though not without trade-offs in usability and comfort.

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    Netflix: We're the ones throttling video speeds on AT&T and Verizon - CNET

    The streaming service says that for five years it's been slowing down video to wireless users to save them from themselves.

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    Woman's home demolished after Google Maps error - Mar. 25, 2016

    Google admits to Google Maps error that led a demolition crew to destroy the wrong home in Texas.

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    Apple co-founder criticises company over Apple Watch | Technology | The Guardian

    Steve Wozniak said device has taken firm into ‘jewellery market’ and that it is no longer ‘the company that really changed the world a lot’

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    Apple CEO responds to Donald Trump's call to boycott its prod

    Surprise, surprise: the CEO of Apple apparently disagrees with Donald Trump's call to boycott Apple products.

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    Apple: New Malware Infects iOS Devices - Fortune

    Palo Alto Networks researchers discovered new malware that can infect Apple iOS devices even if they aren’t jailbroken.

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    Sony video teases new wearable wireless audio device

    In an apparent attempt to regain some of the innovation cachet it enjoyed in decades past, Japan's Sony has announced its Future Lab Program.

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    7 Step DIY To Make A Wifi Booster Using Just A Beer Can

    So you often need to rely on smart hacks to strengthen the wi-fi signal.

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    How Snapchat Built a Business By Confusing Olds

    Advertisers are scrambling for the $16 billion social network's young users. But will it end up being a fad?

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    A fight is brewing over ads in the 'open-source Photoshop'

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    Sony is trying to make the Walkman cool again

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    Craig Federighi: Apple Has No Plans To Build A Touchscreen Mac - Business Insider

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    11 Tips And Tricks To Get The Most Out Of Your Android Phone

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    Great Walmart iPhone Trade-In Deal - Business Insider

    Walmart is offering a new trade-in deal that could be a good bargain if you're looking to get rid of your older iPhone.

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    Bill Gates And Tim Cook Dump Ice On Their Heads For ALS Awareness, Challenge Elon Musk and Dr. Dre | TechCrunch

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    Siri blew a lot of people away when it was first introduced by Apple in 2011, but just about everyone who used it quickly realized just how limited the AI really was. Not much has changed for Siri...

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