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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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This Hidden Netflix Hack Will Give You a Way Better Selection of Movies and Shows - CNET
Netflix's secret codes will give your streaming experience a much-needed refresh.
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Apple's radical iPhone 15 redesign could ditch buttons entirely
Are we moving closer to the first 'seamless' iPhone design?
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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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Facebook warns 1 million users whose logins were stolen by scam mobile apps
402 malicious apps plagued Apple and Google’s stores.
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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’s still not catching scammy apps, and this time they’re on the Mac
More apps that try to trick you into subscriptions.
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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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Apple just released a bunch of iPhone security updates, and wow
You should really update. Like, now.
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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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A new Android spyware masquerades as a ‘system update’ – TechCrunch
The malware can take complete control of a victim's device.
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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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Amazon to drop Parler from its web hosting service, citing violent posts
Amazon plans to suspend Parler's account on Sunday at 11:59PM PST.
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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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Starting Sunday, cable companies can no longer ‘rent’ you the router you already own - The Verge
Frontier was charging $10 a month for absolutely nothing
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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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The No-Code Movement Means Anyone Can Be a Tech Founder
No engineering background required.
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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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Zoom vs. Google Meet vs. Facebook's Messenger Rooms: Which is the right video chat app for you?
No video call app is perfect, but one of these might fit your needs more than the others.
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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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Apple is making it easier to unlock your iPhone since everyone's wearing masks now
Apple is making it easier to unlock your iPhone since everyone’s wearing masks now
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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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New iPhone Exclusive Reveals Surprise Apple Release Decision
Apple's first new iPhone of 2020 may be a big surprise...
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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.
