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November 8, 2019
Sprint, T-Mobile merger

What it means for you

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November 8, 2019
Better late than never? Thousands of people just received texts sent on Valentine’s Day

Overnight on Thursday, people across the country received previously unsent text messages that were originally meant to be shared on Valentine's Day.

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November 8, 2019
Will ‘Death Stranding,’ a mysterious game about building connections, connect with gamers?

The long-awaited video game from 'Metal Gear' designer Hideo Kojima is available Friday. Critics have had mixed reviews, from brilliant to boring.

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November 8, 2019
Why’s that an emoji? The ethos and birthing process behind the icons we use to communicate

Emoji are created through a proposal process. Anyone can propose an emoji, but each proposal needs to meet a strict set of standards.

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November 8, 2019
Alexa as your new bestie: Can an AI robot or voice assistant help you feel less lonely?

The promise is that companion robots and voice assistants such as Alexa and the Google Assistant will be our "friends." Can AI solve loneliness?

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November 7, 2019
This Vizio might be the best TV for the money this year

If you want one of the best TV bargains right now, Vizio's M-Series Quantum is it.

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November 7, 2019
Nintendo to release ‘Mario Kart’ Switch bundle for Black Friday

The video game giant announced it will launch a Nintendo Switch bundle on Black Friday featuring the popular racing game "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe."

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November 7, 2019
There’s an early Black Friday deal on the best noise cancelling headphones

The Sony noise canceling headphones are the best you can get, and they're on sale for a near Black Friday level deal right now.

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November 7, 2019
New T-Mobile announces budget plan for $15 monthly and 5G coming Dec. 6

T-Mobile plans to turn on its 5G network December 6. It is also planning free internet for low-income families with kids and first responders.

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November 7, 2019
Redditor creates a massive, working Airpod replica that’s pretty impossible to lose

"It gets loud enough to be a TV speaker, but the sound quality is pretty bad," according to its builder.

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November 7, 2019
Nintendo’s ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ is officially the best-selling game in the series

'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' sales topped 15.7 million copies and could ramp up again with the addition of the 'Fatal Fury character Terry Bogard.

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November 7, 2019
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Thursday

This Thursday, you can snag incredible prices on products like noise-canceling headphones, digital meat thermometers, and personal blenders.

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November 7, 2019
Tesla’s upcoming electric ‘Cybertruck’ to be unveiled this month

Musk has said in the past that the brand's pick up will be priced below $50,000 and be more powerful than Ford's wildly popular F-150.

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November 7, 2019
A bit brand-new, a bit retro, ‘Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games’ makes the medal stand

The latest Mario & Sonic Olympic title adds a chunkier story mode plus plenty of pixel-perfect retro goodness.

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November 7, 2019
The best Google Home-compatible smart home devices of 2019

If you're all-in on Google devices, these are the products to buy.

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November 7, 2019
China adopts online video game curfew for minors to thwart addiction

China's online video gaming curfew means companies cannot let minors play between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. -- a move to thwart addiction and improve health.

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November 7, 2019
Telsa’s upcoming electric ‘Cybertruck’ to be unveiled this month

Musk has said in the past that the brand's pick up will be priced below $50,000 and be more powerful than Ford's wildly popular F-150.

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November 7, 2019
HP confirms it received a business proposal from Xerox

HP issued a statement on Wednesday acknowledging an offer from the copier maker and disclosing it has had similar discussions in the past.

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November 7, 2019
Is Spotify the new Tinder? It is for this couple

For two emerging artists, Spotify helped them connect, and they're getting married. The couple are trying to find who's responsible.

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November 7, 2019
Stop robocalls with free solutions from AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile and Sprint

Once you start putting your wireless carrier's tools to good use, you can expect a significant drop in robocalls. Kim Komando explains how to use them

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November 6, 2019
There’s an early Black Friday deal on Bose’s new smart speakers right now

Don't miss out on this fantastic deal ahead of Black Friday on the new Bose Home Speaker.

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November 6, 2019
Richard Branson on dyslexics: We’re wired differently

Billionaire businessman Richard Branson dealt with dyslexia as a kid. He's now part of an organization fighting to change perceptions of dyslexia.

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November 6, 2019
This Kindle subscription lets you read more for less—and it’s on sale

You can get a six-month Kindle Unlimited subscription for half the price for a limited time.

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November 6, 2019
There’s an amazing early Black Friday sale on the best headphones for kids

Take advantage of Puro's holiday sale and save on our favorite volume-limiting headphones to gift your little one with.

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November 6, 2019
California AG demands Facebook turn over documents in privacy probe

California's top cop says Facebook has withheld documents in an ongoing probe into the social media giant's privacy practices.

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November 6, 2019
Airbnb to begin sweeping verification process of all 7 million listings after Orinda shooting

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky sent an email to employees detailing steps the company is taking to ensure trust on the platform in the wake of a shooting.

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November 6, 2019
The best way to store batteries may not be the fridge

All major battery brands recommend storing batteries in a clean, dry, room-temperature environment.

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November 6, 2019
I tried a very cool, touchscreen espresso maker—is it worth the money?

The Oracle Touch is smarter than we are, and we're OK with that.

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November 6, 2019
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Wednesday

Spend your hump day right, by saving on the best early Black Friday deals and can't-miss sales on Amazon.

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November 6, 2019
Meet Mr. Christmas: You can buy an Alexa-enabled holiday tree for $300

A smart tree dubbed "Mr. Christmas" recently popped up on Amazon, and it's a voice-activated pre-lit tree that was designed to mimic a Douglas fir.

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November 6, 2019
What jobs in technology pay the most? In this top 10 list, all make more than $150,000

Comparably's list of the 10 highest-paying tech jobs were in sales, marketing, engineering and other areas -- and has pay comparisons by gender, race.

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November 6, 2019
Does Amazon Echo Studio speaker deliver on its promise of amazing sound?

First high-end speaker from Amazon promises 3D Dolby Atmos sound, but good luck hearing much of a difference at home. You'll have to pay extra for 3D.

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November 6, 2019
Using technology while you travel makes sense, but try to avoid these big mistakes

Technology can enhance your life, but when you are traveling there are some tech-based mistakes that can lead to inconvenient and tormenting troubles.

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November 6, 2019
Myth vs. Fact: Do batteries last longer in the refrigerator?

Cold batteries last longer? We chase down the truth of a long-held belief.

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November 6, 2019
Amazon’s Kindle for kids: 5 takeaways from an 8-year-old reader (and his mom)

To better understand whether Amazon's Kindle Kids Edition is worth getting, we put it in expert hands. Here's what our 8-year-old reviewer had to say.

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November 5, 2019
Seth Meyers explains why his Netflix special has the first-ever ‘skip politics’ button

In his first Netflix special, "Lobby Baby," late-night comedian Seth Meyers offers a jokey "skip politics" button, focusing more on his role as a dad.

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November 5, 2019
I tried this can-sized TV projector—is it worth it?

The projector offers a crisp and clear picture—and even works during the day.

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November 5, 2019
AT&T to pay $60 million to settle ‘unlimited data’ throttling case with FTC

Wireless carrier offered "unlimited" plan, then reduced data speeds by "throttling," when customers consumed too much data.

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November 5, 2019
You can get all the tech accessories you need for less right now

Amazon's one-day sale on these incredible Anker accessories means you can get all the tech stuff you need for a great value.

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