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February 24, 2021
The future of USPS trucks is electric: The new fleet will replace, expand more than 230K vehicles

The USPS awarded a 10-year multi-billion dollar contract to Wisconsin-based Oshkosh Defense to replace it's aging fleet of vehicles.

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February 23, 2021
U.S. Postal Service has new delivery vehicles in the works

The U.S. Postal Service has new Next Generation Delivery Vehicles in the works. The high-tech vehicles are due to begin appearing on routes in 2023.

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February 23, 2021
Trump wants back on Facebook and Instagram, appeals suspension to Facebook Oversight Board

The Facebook Oversight Board, which will decide whether Donald Trump's suspension should be lifted, received an appeal on behalf of the former president.

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February 23, 2021
UK court refuses to force Apple to reinstate ‘Fortnite’ to App Store; Epic Games settles loot box

"Fortnite" publisher Epic Games asked a UK court to reinstate its game in Apple's App Store. But the court says the U.S. is where the case belongs.

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February 23, 2021
Google Docs upgrades comments feature to make collaboration easier

Google Docs is upgrading its comment feature with a new badge that shows users new activity in their document.

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February 23, 2021
Sony unveils first details on PlayStation 5 VR, but it won’t launch this year

Sony has revealed the first details on its plans to introduce virtual reality to the PlayStation 5, but says don't expect any new hardware this year.

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February 22, 2021
Clubhouse puts a new spin on old chat rooms

Not everyone can join Clubhouse, but here's why so many people want to.

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February 22, 2021
TurboTax, IRS services and more: Try these tax tools to ease the pain of filing taxes

Here are a few notable ways the very latest tech can save a whole of time, money and headaches when it comes to filing taxes.

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February 22, 2021
Try these tax tools to ease the pain of filing taxes

Here are a few notable ways the very latest tech can save a whole lot of time, money and headaches when it comes to pandemic-year taxes.

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February 22, 2021
Spotify will launch higher-quality, high fidelity audio option called Spotify HiFi later this year

Spotify is launching a high fidelity, CD-quality audio subscription level called Spotify HiFi in select markets later this year.

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February 22, 2021
Clubhouse app

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February 22, 2021
‘Unfiltered access’: Why Kevin Hart, Elon Musk, more celebs are connecting with fans on Clubhouse

You may not be able to rub elbows with celebrities on the regular, but you sure can hang out with them on Clubhouse.

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February 22, 2021
WhatsApp privacy policy: Users who don’t accept can’t read or send messages

When WhatsApp's new privacy policy takes effect on May 15, users who don't accept should prepare for big changes.

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February 22, 2021
She beat bone cancer. Next up for the hospital worker? Become the youngest American in space.

Hayley Arceneaux, a former St. Jude Children's Research Hospital patient now working there, will be on SpaceX's all-civilian mission to space.

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February 20, 2021
More Americans own an Amazon Echo. Get the most from it with these ‘Alexa’ tips and tricks

Whether you're new to Amazon's Alexa voice assistant or a new fan, here are seven fun things to try if you own an Echo speaker.

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February 20, 2021
Want your own cat filters for your next Zoom meeting? Here’s how to use them

Maybe you want to liven up your own Zoom meeting by transforming yourself into a potato, or a cat, or even a banana. Here's how.

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February 20, 2021
Talking Tech: The future of our smartwatches and other wearables

The future of the smartwatch and other wearables looks promising, as researchers make new findings on detecting COVID and how to keep them charged.

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February 19, 2021
Kids can have fun and learn to code with this cool robot

iRobot is usually known for their Roomba robot vacuums, but they make coding toys for kids too

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February 19, 2021
COVID-19 detection: Could your Apple Watch or Fitbit help slow the coronavirus pandemic?

Evidence is growing Apple Watch and other smartwatches and wearable devices could identify potential coronavirus patients days prior to infection.

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February 19, 2021
Could your Apple Watch or Fitbit help slow the coronavirus pandemic?

Evidence is growing Apple Watch and other smartwatches and wearable devices could identify potential coronavirus patients days prior to infection.

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February 19, 2021
Smartwatches and wearable tech could help warn you of a potential COVID-19 infection

Growing evidence suggests that smartwatches and wearable tech might be able to help warn of a potential COVID-19 infection prior to positive test results.

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February 19, 2021
Microsoft will release Office 2021 for Windows and Macs later this year

Microsoft confirmed it will launch Office 2021, the latest version of its productivity suite of apps, later this year for personal and commercial use.

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February 19, 2021
What is a quantum dot TV?

If you're shopping for a TV in 2021, you owe it to yourself to know what you're buying.

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February 19, 2021
‘Perseverance will get you anywhere’: After 300-million-mile journey, NASA’s Mars rover shares Twitter updates – sort of

Perseverance's Twitter account, @NASAPersevere, has grown an audience of more than 1.2 million followers since its first tweet in March 2020.

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February 19, 2021
GameStop stock frenzy leads to class action suit; key online investor Keith Gill among those sued for $5M-plus

The class action suit names investor Keith Gill for his alleged role in manipulating GameStop's share prices and seeks $5 million plus in damages.

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February 18, 2021
Soundcore’s Liberty Air 2 Pro earbuds pair quality with value

Soundcore's Liberty Air 2 Pro feature a unique combination of features, sound, and affordability that help them compete with Apple, Jabra, and others.

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February 18, 2021
How to run your generator safely during a power outage caused by winter storms

With power outages widespread during this bout of severe winter weather, knowing how to operate a generator safely is paramount.

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February 18, 2021
LastPass to limit its free password manager. Here are other options, including Apple, Google

Users of LastPass's free tier will have to choose between their phone or computer or pay to use both. But there are other free options for you to try.

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February 18, 2021
Apple TV app and streaming service available on Chromecast with Google TV

You can watch Justin Timberlake's new film "Palmer" on Apple TV+, using the Apple TV app on the Chromecast with Google TV streaming device.

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February 18, 2021
Apple TV app and streaming service available on Chromecast with Google TV

You can watch Justin Timberlake's new film "Palmer" on Apple TV+, using the Apple TV app on the Chromecast with Google TV streaming device.

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February 18, 2021
The Best Laptops of 2021

We've rounded up the best laptops from all the top brands.

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February 18, 2021
Apple updates its syringe emoji as COVID-19 vaccines roll out

Apple is updating its syringe emoji, replacing the blood with an appearance resembling a vaccination as more COVID-19 vaccines roll out nationwide.

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February 18, 2021
First look: ‘Splatoon 3’ and ‘Star Wars: Hunters’ among new video games headed to Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch gets two popular video games played on other systems: "Fall Guys" and "Apex Legends," and new Mario gear for "Animal Crossing."

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February 18, 2021
Bose’s Sport Open Earbuds let you jam out with your ears out

Bose has perfected the OpenAudio innovation introduced in its Frames audio sunglasses for true wireless earbuds that truly let the world in.

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February 18, 2021
Facebook ramps up efforts to counter climate change misinformation

Facebook says it is stepping up efforts to dispute myths and misinformation about climate change, including adding labels to some posts in the UK.

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February 18, 2021
Google Doodle celebrates poet, civil rights activist Audre Lorde’s 87th birthday

Thursday's Google Doodle celebrates poet and civil rights activist Audre Lorde in honor of what would have been her 87th birthday.

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February 18, 2021
Facebook to ban Australian users from seeing news

Social media giant Facebook's decision to ban news comes after Australia's proposed law to make tech companies pay publishers for their content.

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February 17, 2021
Dodgeball gets futuristic twist in new video game ‘Knockout City’ available in May

Dodgeball meets "Fortnite" in upcoming multiplayer video game "Knockout City" from Electronic Arts, playable on PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch.

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February 17, 2021
Dodgeball gets futuristic twist in new video game ‘Knockout City’ available in May

Dodgeball meets "Fortnite" in upcoming multiplayer video game "Knockout City" from Electronic Arts, playable on PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch.

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February 17, 2021
NASA explains how its Mars rover mission will propel samples back to Earth

Dr. Robert D. Braun, Director of Solar System Exploration at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, explains the details of the Perseverance rover mission.

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