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iOS 18.2 makes AirPods more powerful than ever, here’s why
Apple is making AirPods more powerful than ever in iOS 18.2 thanks to a key Apple Intelligence feature. Here’s what you should know.
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Don’t buy an iPhone 15, even after the iPhone 16 launch makes it cheaper
Apple will discount the iPhone 15 after the iPhone 16 launch, but you should avoid all older iPhone models this year.
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Can You Really Delete Your Internet History?
The guys at Stuff They Don't Want You To Know talk about whether you can really delete your internet history — and why you want to.
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Apple may owe you money if you pay for extra iCloud storage
Apple agrees to pay $14.8 million to settle an iCloud storage lawsuit alleging the company stored data on third-party servers.
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It's time to delete the scary amount of data Google has on you
Google keeps tabs on what you search, what you watch and your location. We'll show you how to delete that info.
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iPhone and Android phones can permanently stop spam calls — here's how
Phone scams caused a total loss of around $19.7 billion in 2020 alone, according to recent findings by analytics company The Harris Poll. This number is expected to increase, but iPhone and Android phones can help stop malicious spam calls.
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These Apps Collect the Most Personal Data
Tired of your favorite apps grabbing your personal data and selling it to third parties? Take a look at these privacy-focused alternatives.
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Apple debuts creepy ad showing how your data is tracked — why iOS 14 is the solution
Apple debut new, unsettling ad that showcases how data tracking would operate if it happened in real life.
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iOS 14.5 Lets You Stop Ads From Tracking You—So Do It | WIRED
Facebook and other advertisers fought the move, but App Tracking Transparency is finally here.
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Another 500 million accounts have leaked online, and LinkedIn’s in the hot seat - The Verge
An individual on a hacker forum is selling personal data they claim is scraped from 500 million LinkedIn profiles. LinkedIn says the data includes information from many places and not just the professional-focused social network.
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How to opt out of Chrome’s user tracking tool that replaces cookies – BGR
Google promised a few weeks ago that it would not develop new user-tracking tools once it kills third-party cookies in the near future. Cookies are part of the current web-browsing experience on desktop and mobile.
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iOS 14.4 update fixes iPhone security bugs, so it’s best to install it ASAP
Apple’s latest update for iPhones and iPads fixes major security flaws that the company says were potentially "actively exploited." Users should update to iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 as soon as they’re able.
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SpaceX flies its Starship rocket to 40,000 feet, just misses the landing in explosive finale | TechCrunch
SpaceX is one step closer to replacing its Falcon line of active duty spacecraft: Its Starship prototype ‘SN8’ achieved a major milestone in the ongoing spacecraft’s development program, flying to a height of around 40,000 feet at SpaceX’s development fac
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Apple announces best App Store apps and games of 2020
Apple today announced the winners of the 2020 App Store Best award, which recognizes outstanding apps and games for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Mac. The company also shared its traditional list of the most popular apps of 2020. Best Apps of 2
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Why iOS 14's Picture in Picture feature will transform your iPhone experience
The iPhone now has one of Android's beloved features, and we'll show you how to use it.
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Duplex, Google’s conversational AI, has updated 3M+ business listings since pandemic – TechCrunch
Google today offered an update on the status of Duplex, its AI technology that uses natural conversations to get things done — like making restaurant reservations, booking appointments or updating a Google Business listing, for example. When the pan
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Looking to buy a new iPhone 12? Here are 6 questions to ask before you pre-order one
Power, speed, camera, video and finally, which model are the key questions to ask. We look to help you answer them.
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Apple iOS 14 Has 25 Great Secret Features
Apple iOS 14 is a massive upgrade for your iPhone, full of great secret features you need to know about...
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New Apple Leak Reveals iPhone 12 Release Shock
Apple's iPhone 12 range is launching with eye-catching prices you are going to love...
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The Best Hidden Features of iOS 14
A new OS for your iPhone is here, and with it comes a slew of under-the-hood tweaks and tricks for power users, from better ways to organize your chats to accessibility features that are useful for everyone.
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The iOS 14 Privacy and Security Features You Should Know | WIRED
The latest update for your iPhone and iPad will make them safer than ever.
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iOS 14: Here’s an early look at how you’ll be able to change default apps - 9to5Mac
One of the new and most awaited features of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 is the option to change the default browser and email apps. Users will have to wait until developers update their apps to be compatible with iOS 14 in order to set them as default apps. Howe
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Apple becomes the first $1.5 trillion U.S. company—despite COVID-19
The company’s huge market valuation may suggest that investors believe Apple will come out stronger post-coronavirus.
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Facebook’s social Zoom competitor Messenger Rooms goes live globally | TechCrunch
Zoom was never meant to be a social network, but the enterprise video chat app has become essential software for those looking to stay in touch with friends and family during the pandemic. Today, Facebook looks to steal back the service’s social video cha
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Apple and Google build more privacy and flexibility into Bluetooth contact tracing tech | VentureBeat
Apple and Google will bring more privacy and public health official control for Bluetooth contact tracing apps. An early iOS version is due out Tuesday.
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Zoom is different on your phone, so here’s when to use it
While social distancing you have some choices when it comes to video calls on the Zoom app, like deciding to use your laptop or mobile phone.
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Apple shifts WWDC 2020 to online, will livestream keynote and sessions | VentureBeat
Coronavirus concerns have forced Apple to change its developers event, which previously brought thousands of people to San Jose from around the world.
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If your 3rd-gen iPad Air has a faulty screen, Apple might fix it for free
Some iPad Airs last year will develop a blank screen problem – but Apple will take care of it for you.
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When that ‘AI company’ isn’t really an AI company | TechCrunch
Artificial intelligence is one of the most important fields in technology right now, which makes it ripe for buzzword-savvy startups to leverage for attention. But while machine learning and related technologies are now frequently employed, it’s less comm
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Google Just Gave Millions Of Users A Reason To Quit Chrome
Google Chrome is now running software inside it which may make many users uncomfortable...
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10 Tips for Mastering Apple Calendar
Whether you use Apple Calendar on a Mac, iPhone, or iPad, these simple tricks can make your life more efficient, productive, and organized.
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Google knows what you look like. Here's what it means and how to opt out - CNET
Google's Face Match technology isn't everywhere yet, but it's always looking. Find out what's happening with your face data and what you can do to stop it.
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Why Google Assistant supports so many more languages than Siri, Alexa, Bixby, and Cortana | VentureBeat
Google's creativity in voice R&D has helped the company push ahead of its competitors in the virtual voice assistant space.
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Apple's App Store appeals process would make 'Kafka blush,' entrepreneur tells Congress
The entrepreneurs focused on Apple's App Store, which is the only way for most people to install software on an iPhone.
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Facebook backs off plan to plaster ads all over WhatsApp - The Verge
Facebook is "backing away" from earlier plans to sell ads for placement inside its enormously popular WhatsApp messaging service. According to The Wall Street Journal, the team that had been working on building ads into WhatsApp was disbanded in
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How to trade in your MacBook, macOS desktop, iPhone, or iPad - The Verge
If you want to trade in your Apple device, be it an iPhone, iPad, or Mac computer, we’ve run through the steps required to get the best return back on your investment.
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Apple Issues New Warning For Millions Of iPhone Users
Apple has warned users its iPhones are performing secret background checks they might feel uncomfortable about...
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WordPress 5.3 arrives with block editor improvements, new theme, and automatic image rotation
WordPress.org has launched WordPress 5.3 with block editor improvements, more design flexibility, Twenty Twenty theme, automatic image rotation, and more.
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WhatsApp is suing an infamous spyware vendor for allegedly hacking its users - The Verge
WhatsApp is suing notorious spyware vendor NSO Group, saying the company was actively involved in hacking users of the encrypted chat service owned by Facebook. WhatsApp head Will Cathcart announced the suit in a Washington Post opinion article.
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Update Warning Issued For Millions Of Microsoft Windows 10 Users
Microsoft's Windows 10 problems continue with a warning every user needs to know about...
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End big tech's unfair advantage | VentureBeat
It's time to address the stark difference between legacy newspapers, radio, and television and today’s dominating digital technology companies.
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New ‘unpatchable’ iPhone exploit could allow for permanent jailbreaking - The Verge
A newly announced iOS exploit could lead to a permanent, unblockable jailbreak on hundreds of millions of iPhones, according to researcher axi0mX who discovered it. Dubbed "checkm8," the exploit is a bootrom vulnerability that could give hackers deep acce
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Apple Issues Warning For Millions Of iPad, iPhone Users
Apple has confirmed that millions of iPhones and iPads are at risk in iOS 13...
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Drivetime raises $11 million for interactive audio games like Jeopardy in the car | VentureBeat
Drivetime has raised $11 million for interactive audio games that you play while driving the car. And the latest game is Jeopardy, hosted by Alex Trebek.
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New iPhone Hack Shock For 1 Billion Apple Users As Attacker Is Revealed
Days from the launch of iPhone 11, news has emerged of the likely culprit behind the massive iPhone hack. And serious questions around iPhone security remain unanswered.
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Dark Days Are Closing In On Apple
Unless Apple can pull off another iPod/iPhone/iPad megahit, its best days are gone.
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Google Assistant will let you send reminders to friends and family - The Verge
Google is adding a new feature to its Assistant that will let you assign reminders to other people, so long as that person is part of an opt-in group of trusted fellow Assistant users. The feature is designed mostly for families — it will function via the
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Despite scandals, advertisers say YouTube Kids is effective - Digiday
YouTube Kids allows kid-focused clients to reach the right audience safely online since children can’t be on social networks.
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THE ALLEGED CAPITAL ONE HACKER DIDN'T COVER HER TRACKS | WIRED
In a criminal complaint, the FBI detailed how a hacker allegedly stole data from 100 million people—and how she got caught.
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The video game industry is a black hole for cybersecurity
Without a fundamental change in approach from both gamers and the industry overall, the magnitude of the security problem shows no signs of slowing down
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Facebook prototypes haptic feedback wristbands for AR/VR | VentureBeat
If you've dreamed of interacting with VR or AR content without needing to hold controllers in your hands, Facebook's wristbands could make that a reality.
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Report: Apple starting production of new 10.2-inch iPad in July, 16-inch MacBook Pro coming in fall - 9to5Mac
The rumors around the redesigned 16-inch MacBook Pro continue to flow in. A report today via Economic Daily News suggests that the new laptop will enter mass production in the fourth quarter. The previously-rumored 10.2-inch iPad is also apparently on the
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Internet group brands Mozilla ‘internet villain’ for supporting DNS privacy feature | TechCrunch
An industry group of internet service providers has branded Firefox browser maker Mozilla an “internet villain” for supporting a DNS security standard. The U.K.’s Internet Services Providers’ Association (ISPA), the trade group for U.K. internet service p
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Best Live TV Streaming Services: PlayStation Vue, Hulu, Sling TV | Digital Trends
There is a long list of live TV streaming services available to help you cut the cord and replace your traditional TV subscription. Each is different and caters to a certain audience. This guide to the best live TV streaming services will break them down
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7 Types Of Artificial Intelligence
While artificial intelligence (AI) has become a commonly used and understood term, there is still a degree of obscurity regarding the different types of AI that exist and can exist in the future. Understanding the types of AI can help in better understand
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World Health Organization deems 'gaming disorder' an official illness - CNET
Video game addiction gets added to the organization's latest list of modern-day ills.
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The 9 Best iPhone Tricks That Are Actually Useful | Inc.
We depend on our smartphones for a lot, but you probably had no idea it could do some neat, and useful, tricks.
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A BMW outage made Apple CarPlay unusable
BMW owners in both the US and UK have been locked out of Apple's CarPlay interface on their vehicles due to system-wide outages of ConnectedDrive. 9to5Mac repor...
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Smart TVs Are Cheaper Than Ever, and It's Because They're Selling Your Data | Mental Floss
Those big-screen televisions are sold at or near cost because manufacturers know they can profit from your personal data, including your viewing habits.
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Apple's Radical New iPhone Suddenly Takes Shape
Apple is openly building a folding iPhone in public, and this design shows why it is worth getting excited about...
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An in-depth look at the internal politics at HQ Trivia that has left the startup scrambling to stay afloat
This week’s banishment of host Scott Rogowsky was merely a symptom of the ongoing struggle to decide who will lead HQ Trivia. According to multiple sources, more than half of the startup’s staff signed an internal petition to depose CEO Rus Yusupov, w
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Siri Shortcuts and Screen Time coming to the Mac - 9to5Mac
Apple is working on bringing the Mac and iOS closer together with the introduction of macOS 10.15 and iOS 13. Siri Shortcuts, Screen Time, and more are expected to be unveiled for Mac during its Wo…
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Microsoft Issues Serious Windows 10 Update Warning
Microsoft has issued a new warning to Windows 10 owners about a serious update problem...
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The Apple-Qualcomm Deal Reaffirms The Value Of IP And Technology Leadership
The settlement is a huge win for the U.S. patent system and all IP holders because one of the key arguments in Apple’s lawsuit and implied in the FTC’s lawsuit is that non-essential patents are worthless.
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Mutiny at HQ Trivia fails to oust CEO | TechCrunch
Quiz Khalifa aka Host Malone aka Trap Trebek aka HQ Trivia’s Scott Rogowsky has been pushed out of the live mobile gaming startup. The two split due to disagreements about Rogowsky attempting to take a second full-time job hosting sports streaming service
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Apple may switch iMac, iPad, and MacBook to colorful mini LED screens | VentureBeat
A relatively recent display technology will reportedly bridge the gap between older LCD and expensive OLED for larger Apple device displays.
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College students allegedly scammed Apple out of nearly $1M in iPhone replacements - The Verge
Two Chinese engineering students in Oregon allegedly scammed Apple out of hundreds of thousands of dollars in iPhone replacements and are now facing criminal charges in federal court, as first reported by The Oregonian. Authorities allege the students pul
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The Apple Credit Card Is A Game Changer
Apple today announced the launch of the Apple Card. In conjunction with Goldman Sachs and MasterCard, Apple will launch its new credit card this summer. It offers up to 3% cash back paid daily, no fees, and what is sure to be an award winning app to track
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Apple’s event on Monday could revolutionize the way we watch TV
Next week, Apple will hold a special media event in California where the company is expected to, at long last, unveil its brand new TV service. The event should be particularly interesting given that we've seen all sorts of information, at often times con
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Next iPad Rumored To Keep Headphone Jack, May Have Brilliant, Surprise New Design
A new rumor from the supply chain gives interesting details about the next iPad and it may look different from what you’re expecting.
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5G is revolutionary but will anybody pay for it? - CNN
It's impossible to avoid 5G at Mobile World Congress.
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New flaws in 4G, 5G allow attackers to intercept calls and track phone locations | TechCrunch
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New Apple rumor is every fan's dream come true
Apple will launch a ton of new gear this year, a new report claims. And some of it has been on our wish list for a long, long time.
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Anyone Can Spy on You With FaceTime. Here's How to Turn It Off
A new bug allows anyone to listen in on your iPhone and, for now, there's no fix.
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AT&T is cutting off all location-data sharing ties in March
After senators called the practice an invasion of privacy, the mobile carrier is ending the service.
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Apple might have an iPhone dilemma next year | Pocketnow
Apple's iPhone dilemma might be something serious come 2019, when the company will have to make a tough decision for the iPhone.
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The Most Fun (and Useful) Things You Can Do With an Amazon Echo or Google Home
Smart home devices will tell you the weather and answer trivia questions, sure, but they can do so much more. Try these tips to streamline your day, relax a little or just have some fun.
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MacBooks powered by iPhone processors are finally going to happen soon – BGR
When it came time to introduce the new iPhone chip last week, Apple gave an ample presentation to the new A12 Bionic platform, that packs the six-core processor that’s now more powerful and efficient than last year’s model, the quad-core Apple GPU, th
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There’s no going back now: YouTube fully commits to vertical video with new ad format
YouTube's new vertical video ad format signals a shift in the video giant's view of the vertical video format.
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10 things in tech you need to know today
Facebook will say that it was "too slow" to act on Russian interference, The FCC boss who repealed net neutrality says Google, Facebook and Twitter might need "transparency obligations," and Google posted its testimony for the congressional hearing today,
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Meet the $27 pen that lets you draw physical objects in midair – BGR
Whether or not you have a single artistic bone in your body, we guarantee that you will have an absolute blast with the Canbor 3D Printing Pen. This awesome contraption 3D prints the same type of plastic that a conventional 3D printer does.
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Defying Reality: The oncoming train of virtual reality adventure | VentureBeat
The following is an excerpt from Defying Reality: The Inside Story of the Virtual Reality Revolution by David M. Ewalt.
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Apple's HomePod will reportedly be able to make calls soon
Apple is believed to be adding some notable features to its Siri-powered HomePod smart speaker, including the ability to make and receive phone calls.
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Apple's Joe Shelton tells about about Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak - Business Insider
Joe Shelton talks about Steve Jobs' infamous 'reality distortion field.' In truth, Shelton says, Jobs' was not the master of mind control that many people made him out to be.
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Apple Suddenly 'Confirms' Three Radical New iPhones
Apple has suddenly confirmed its most exciting new iPhones in years...
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Apple stops selling last worthwhile MacBook Pro | 9to5Mac
In the wake of the new 13-inch and 15-inch Touch Bar models today, Apple has stopped selling the much-beloved 2015 MacBook Pro. For people who despised butterfly keys, or mourned the lack of legacy…
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Most anticipated tech products of 2018 (and beyond)
New iPhones and Pixels, a new Nintendo Switch service and lots more are coming this year (and next).
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Why Apple May Be Lowering iPhone Prices This Year
Apple's new iPhones may come at lower prices than last year's larger screen models.
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How to control your app permissions
Apps often have access to private information like your contacts and even your location. Here's how to check and limit what they can do on your phone.
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Apple to Unveil High-End AirPods, Over-Ear Headphones For 2019
Apple Inc. is about to pump up the volume on its audio-device strategy, planning higher-end AirPods, a new HomePod and studio-quality over-ear headphones for as early as next year, according to people familiar with the matter.
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Apple 2018 iPhones: Cheaper LCD-based models to outsell OLED flagships
A report says two OLED-based iPhones are expected this year, but the lone, less-expensive LCD will win more buyers.
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Suicide prevention: how scientists are using artificial intelligence to help people at risk - Vox
The Crisis Text Line uses machine learning to figure out who’s at risk and when to intervene.
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Everything Apple announced at WWDC 2018
The first day of Apple’s annual WWDC 2018 developer conference came and went, with myriad features, tools, and tidbits announced to the world. From iOS and augmented reality to tech addiction…
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This Could Be The End Of The Smartphone ‘Notch’
The race to build a smartphone that has an uninterrupted, edge-to-edge screen may soon be ending.
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How to Record Calls on Your Smartphone | WIRED
Between new apps like TapeACall and good old-fashioned hardware, there are plenty of ways to save key conversations.
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Chinese government admits collection of deleted WeChat messages
Chinese authorities revealed over the weekend that they have the capability of retrieving deleted messages from the almost universally used WeChat app. The admission doesn't come as a surprise to many, but it's rare for this type of questionable
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Google Assistant is smarter than Alexa, study finds
But Amazon's assistant is getting better.
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Silicon Valley Wants to Cash In on Fasting
Several startups are working to commercialize the tech world’s latest health craze.
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These apps will help you get a better night's rest
Sleeping is a lot harder than it used to be. Let us help.
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The resume of the future will tell employers who you are, and not just what you’ve done
Resumes frequently fail to signal how good a fit you’ll be for a job. That's going to change.
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Over 20 advocacy groups complain to FTC that YouTube is violating children’s privacy law | TechCrunch
A coalition of over 20 child advocacy, consumer and privacy groups filed a complaint with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission asking it to investigate and sanction YouTube for violation of federal children’s privacy laws. Specifically, the groups say YouT
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ProBeat: Windows is dead. Long live Windows | VentureBeat
Terry Myerson is out. Microsoft lists his full title as “executive vice president and the former leader of the Windows and Devices Group (WDG).” Yes, Microsoft needs shorter titles. In short, the chief of Windows is leaving the company after 21 years.
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Google Knows Literally Everything About You - Here's How To Delete That Data
Take back control of your information with these easy steps.
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5 Ways to Bootstrap SEO When You're on a Tight Budget
Getting links and incorporating keywords won't break the bank.
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Space Photos of the Week: Even Geriatric Mars Rovers Know How to Snap Selfies
The Opportunity rover has been exploring Mars for 14 years. But that doesn't mean it can't put Curiosity's social media skills to shame.
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Here are all of Apple’s tips for HomePod available in the Tips app | 9to5Mac
HomePod has started arriving to customers around the world and Apple’s Tips app for iOS is ready for it. When you have the speaker paired with your device (iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch), you…
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Apple offers glimpse inside audio lab it used to test HomePod, iPhone and iPad speakers | 9to5Mac
Apple gave The Loop a look inside the audio labs the company uses to test speakers for its iPhone and iPad devices, as well as the company’s new HomePod smart speaker which trumpets sound qua…
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The Era of Quantum Computing Is Here. Outlook: Cloudy
Quantum computers should soon be able to beat classical computers at certain basic tasks. But before they’re truly powerful, researchers have to overcome a
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Apple Leak Hints At Possible iPhone X Cancellation, ‘Batterygate’ Intensifies
It looks like there will be no iPhone X generations in the near future if rumors prove true. According to a popular Apple leakster, the tech giant’s flagship smartphone will soon be canceled ...
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5 Jobs at Apple, Google and Amazon You Can Do at Home
Fire up the home office and get to work.
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What Would Really Happen If Russia Attacked Undersea Internet Cables
The world’s internet infrastructure is vulnerable, but snipping a couple of lines is the least of your concerns.
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Apple's $29 iPhone battery replacements are available a month early
Apple was only poised to offer discounted iPhone battery replacements to Americans in late January, but they're already here. The company has issued a statement...
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The Biggest, Baddest Hardware Failures of 2017
From the iPhone X to the Juicero, 2017 was full of poor design decisions.
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The Most-read WIRED Gear Stories of 2017 | WIRED
It was a year of hellos—to the iPhoneX and the Essential—and goodbyes—to Flash, to Google's blob emoji, to the iPod, and to wired headphones.
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Apple pushes out the first bug-fixing iOS 11 update
Apple's first iOS 11 update fixes an email bug that was preventing users with Microsoft email accounts from reading their messages.
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iOS 11 review: 10 things to try
iOS 11 is available, officially, today. It's coming to every iPhone and iPad made in the past few years, and the chances are near-certain that you're going to upgrade.
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9 Things Only iPhone Power Users Take Advantage of on Their Devices | Inc.com
These features will make you weep with joy
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iPhone X: Imitation Is Not Innovation | DigitalNext - AdAge
Shelly Palmer says he's a fanboy, but this time Apple has gone too far.
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Learn how to rank higher on Google by mastering SEO
In today's digitally driven world, it's no longer a surprise to any business that in order to remain viable and competitive, it's essential to have a strong online presence.
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Did McDonald's just leak what the iPhone 8 will look like?
The chain emailed Australian customers a 25 percent off deal to be claimed on the mobile app, displaying the promotion on the screen of what appears to be an iPhone 8.
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21 famous brand websites from when they launched - Business Insider
Coca-Cola and McDonald's weren't nearly as tech-savvy as they are now.
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Top 15 JavaScript Plugins for Extending Your Web Forms
You can add tons of cool features onto your site with JavaScript. But there are so many libraries and plugins to choose from, it can be a drag finding the best options. If you’re designing custom forms like user signups/logins, …
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Google Aims to Reinvent How We Discover the News | Inc.com
The platform for information launched a revamped content discovery feed, taking on Facebook and Twitter, but without a social component. Will Google succeed?
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8 Plugins Every WordPress Website Needs
Make sure you have these essential plugins to keep your site running smoothly and efficiently.
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We review CNET's original iPhone review - CNET
We dusted off CNET's original iPhone review and took notes. It's crazy and crazy fun to see what we got right, what we missed, and how much phones have changed since the first, groundbreaking iPhone.
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9 robots that will make your life better because the future is now
These high-tech robots will change the way you live. Within every price range, there's a bot to do the job.
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Why Does Apple Think It Can Get Away With Selling Overpriced Stuff?
Just because it’s worked before doesn’t mean it can work today.
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This is maybe the best online resume tool yet
The tedious work of assembling tailored resumés can be one of the most time-consuming parts of the job hunt.
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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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This is the first ever hands-on video showing a mockup of Apple’s iPhone 8 – BGR
With iPhone 8 mass production inching closer with each passing week, the number of iPhone 8 leaks we've come across has increased markedly over the past few months.
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This is what Apple’s newest iPad might look like – BGR
Apple’s WWDC 2017 is getting closer, which means we’re soon going to learn more details about iOS 11 and the next major macOS update. But that’s not the only exciting thing coming out of the event.
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Comparison Shows Just How Far Behind Apple Maps is To Google Maps
It’s no secret that Apple Maps simply cannot match up to Google Maps in terms of coverage, details, and information. Nonetheless, it was believed that Apple was working aggressively on improving its mapping service and catch up to Google Maps.aaa
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10 Ways to Boost Your Wi-Fi Signal
Check out these quick tips to get the strongest signal from your wireless router, extend and optimize your Wi-Fi coverage, and speed up your surfing.
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8 ways to repurpose an old iPhone - CNET
Before you decide to sell your unwanted iPhone, consider finding other ways to put it to good use.
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How chatbots are exactly like the mouse circa 1970 | VentureBeat
The first computer mouse was invented in the 1960s and patented in 1970. By the time personal computers became affordable and useful enough to enter the mainstream in the 1980s, an entire generation of adults relied on the mouse to interact with graphical
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Google Maps Supercharges Location Sharing, Begins Drooling Over Your Data | WIRED
With a new feature, the mapping market heats up.
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Meet The Man Whose Site Mark Zuckerberg Reads Every Day
For the last decade, Gabe Rivera has been quietly shaping the tech industry’s story for its top executives, investors, and journalists. But is the editor behind Silicon Valley’s Drudge Report ready...
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CES 2017: 5 cool showstoppers
iPhone protector, hi-tech mattress, video glasses tops list
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What Will Replace Email? - The Atlantic
Why does one of the world’s most reviled technologies keep winning?
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Google, Facebook, and Microsoft Team Up to Keep AI From Getting Out of Hand | WIRED
Say hello to the Partnership on Artificial Intelligence to Benefit People and Society.
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Understanding bots through 4 interface categories | VentureBeat | Bots | by Sam Vasisht, MindMeld
“A rose by any other name would smell as sweet,” to paraphrase a famous bard. There is a huge ongoing boom in messaging-based applications coming to market, generically called “bots.” Regular readers of technology sections are no doubt also aware
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The recent Windows 10 update is breaking webcams
It won’t support two encoding processes and fixes aren’t coming until September.
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Top Tech Gadgets for Back-to-School and College - NBC News
As the long summer days come to an end, here are some top tech gadgets, from laptops to USB cables, to help make sure the school year is a success.
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5 reasons chatbots will revolutionize the way we do business | VentureBeat | Bots | by Arnav Patel, TARS
Over the past year, bots seem to have gained immense popularity among big tech companies. Google, Facebook, Microsoft, and most recently, Apple have all released plans for a bot-filled future. But why? What is the big deal about bots, and, more importantl
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NASA astronauts head underwater to simulate Mars missions
Once a year, NASA's astronauts make a big change -- trading their vocation of conducting scientific experiments in space for one of underwater research. For the...
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NASA's Curiosity rover can now fire its laser on its own. What could possibly go wrong?
NASA's Curiosity rover can now fire its laser on Mars at will. I'm sure it will use this power responsibly.
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Breaking: It’s Now Officially Cool to Hate Pokémon Go | WIRED
As the tide of public opinion turns on Pokemon Go , people call for nerds to get off their lawns. Literally.
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Artificial intelligence is changing SEO faster than you think | TechCrunch
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 add more storage to an iOS device
Can't fit all your music, movies, documents and other stuff? Before you spend money on a higher-capacity iPhone or iPad, read this.
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The Smartest Thing a Tech Company Can Do? Don’t Make a Phone | WIRED
Microsoft's days as a smartphone company are coming to an end. And that's a really smart move by Microsoft.
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Why bots won't replace apps anytime soon | VentureBeat | Bots | by Dan Grover, WeChat
Lately, everyone’s talking about “conversational UI” [user interface]. It’s the next big thing. But the more articles I read on the topic, the more annoyed I get. It’s taken me so long to figure out why
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Everything we know about the iPhone 7
Rumors about the iPhone 7 started emerging even before the iPhone 6s was released last September. Since then, new rumors have been flowing thick and fast — like a lava flow, constantly moving forward and plowing through everything in its path.
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This accessory fixes one of the MacBook’s biggest issues - Business Insider
Apple's 12-inch MacBook ditched the company's fan-favorite MagSafe adapter, but the Griffin BreakSafe aims to fill the void, and it's available now.
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2 Tech Trends Every Company Should Watch | Inc.com
In a new report, Deloitte cites two tech trends with far-reaching implications for companies of every size and industry.
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This guy recreated that $47,000 TSA app in 10 minutes
What did this app do? Basically, it randomly selected which lane (left or right) passengers should go into in a security line.
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It looks like Samsung's crazy folding smartphone is actually happening
The foldable smartphone that Samsung's been working on for the last few years could become a reality soon.
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Waze rolls out speed alerts to tell you when you're driving too fast | VentureBeat | Apps | by Paul Sawers
Google-owned GPS driving app Waze is making it easier to avoid speeding tickets with the launch today of a new speed alert feature.
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Snapchat reportedly acquires Bitmoji maker Bitstrips for $100 million | TechCrunch
Fortune is reporting that Snapchat, the ephemeral messaging platform that has today become the number one free app on the App Store, has agreed to acquire..
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A Smaller iPhone? We Dig It (And You Might Too) | WIRED
A small iPhone might not be for everyone, but if you and your pockets have been missing a miniature app machine, going back may not be as daunting as it seems.
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10 things in tech you need to know today, February 23 - Business Insider
Tim Cook sends internal memo. Half of Americans think Apple should unlock the iPhone for the FBI. Uber doesn't plan to change policies.
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No, Apple Has Not Unlocked 70 iPhones For Law Enforcement
The more highly technical the basis of a story, the more likely it is that some key detail will get jacked up by a journalist trying to translate it for the..
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The Most Important Apple Executive You’ve Never Heard Of
A little over a year ago, Apple had a problem: The iPad Pro was behind schedule. Elements of the hardware, software, and accompanying stylus weren’t going to be ready for a release in the spring. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook and his top lieutenants had to delay the unveiling until the fall.
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Startup bets on device success by sneaking under Apple and Google radar - CNET
Acadine Technologies thinks there's room alongside Silicon Valley's biggest powers for software to power drones, action cams, smartwatches, and the feature phones plenty of people still buy.
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The U.S. reportedly planned a major cyber attack on Iran if diplomacy failed | VentureBeat | Security | by Reuters
The United States had a plan for an extensive cyber attack on Iran in case diplomatic attempts to curtail its nuclear program failed, The New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing a forthcoming documentary and military and intelligence officials.
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The U.S. reportedly planned a major cyber attack on Iran if diplomacy failed | VentureBeat | Security | by Reuters
The United States had a plan for an extensive cyber attack on Iran in case diplomatic attempts to curtail its nuclear program failed, The New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing a forthcoming documentary and military and intelligence officials.
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The U.S. reportedly planned a major cyber attack on Iran if diplomacy failed | VentureBeat | Security | by Reuters
The United States had a plan for an extensive cyber attack on Iran in case diplomatic attempts to curtail its nuclear program failed, The New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing a forthcoming documentary and military and intelligence officials.
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Microsoft's new iOS app serves up news stories based on your job
Microsoft released News Pro, a new iOS app that uses Bing News to deliver personalized feeds of news based on your profession.
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Google paid Apple $1 billion to be the search engine on your iPhone
The deal was revealed in court documents though Google tried to hide it.
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Apple has 800 engineers obsessing over this one part of your iPhone
The iPhone's camera is the most-used part of the iPhone.
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Elon Musk and tech elite plan to spend $1 billion to keep us safe from evil AI
Some of the biggest names in tech are joining forces to fund artificial intelligence research.