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October 31, 2019
Apple vs. Disney vs. Netflix, and the rest: Dangling freebies to hook you. Will you bite?

Apple TV+ launches Friday, then Disney Plus on Nov. 12, then Warner's HBO Max in May. Fans we spoke to on social media are most excited about Disney.

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October 30, 2019
Despite iPhone decline, Apple still sees record quarter

Company sees massive growth in Wearable and Services divisions, which include iCloud, Apple Watch, Music, AirPods, Apple Care and other products.

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October 30, 2019
15 awesome gifts our editors recommend this year

Our editor's favorite gifts for everyone on your holiday list include a Staub Dutch Oven, FitBit Charge 3, Cuisinart Air Fryer and a Squatty Potty.

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October 30, 2019
Twitter CEO says company will stop accepting political ads

"We believe political message reach should be earned, not bought," said Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, in a tweetstorm Wednesday.

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October 30, 2019
Apple’s ‘Deep Fusion’ camera tricks are hard to spot – until you see them

Latest software update to iOS brings computational photography to another level, taking multiple images to produce a sharper final photo.

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October 30, 2019
The 25 products our readers loved most in October

This October, things like Echo Dots, egg cookers, outdoor apparel, and neck massagers topped the list of our readers' favorite things.

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October 30, 2019
AirPods Pro get noise cancellation: Is that reason enough to buy Apple’s pricey new buds?

Apple's $249 AirPods Pro wireless headphones add noise cancellation and a mode to hear the outside world while you listen to music. They sound good.

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October 30, 2019
These gaming headphones help protect your kids’ hearing

If you have a child or teenager who is into gaming, the PuroGamer volume-limited gaming headphones are a great choice.

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October 30, 2019
These Bluetooth headphone sound great and last for days

The energizer bunny of wireless Bluetooth headphones might be just what you need

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October 30, 2019
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Wednesday

Take advantage of Amazon's can't-miss deals on some of our favorite products right now.

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October 30, 2019
Sony shutting down PlayStation VUE cut-the-cord service

Cable TV alternative offered lower prices and more options but Sony blamed higher programming costs in announcing the decision to close down.

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October 30, 2019
10 things to make you feel like you’re living in HGTV’s Smart Home

Don't wait to win the HGTV smart home when you can create your own

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October 30, 2019
Samsung shows sneak peek of foldable concept smartphone that shuts like a clamshell

Instead of having a keyboard on its lower half like the flashback flip phones, the entire front of the concept device is a touch screen.

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October 30, 2019
PlayStation 4 tops 100M mark, becomes Sony’s second-best selling video game console

Sony says its PlayStation 4 video game console, released in 2013, has sold more than 100 million units, making the PS4 its second-best selling system.

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October 30, 2019
Forget self-driving cars, this plane landed itself

The Safe Return system addresses a dead serious issue on a Cirrus jet: What happens if the pilot becomes incapacitated and can't land the plane?

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October 30, 2019
There are cars that can drive themselves, but now there is a plane that can land itself

Cirrus Aircraft has created a private jet that is able to land itself if the pilot is not able to.

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October 30, 2019
Spotify launches standalone music app for kids

The new Spotify app, for kids 3 and up, will be populated with about 6,000 pieces of curated content, mostly music but also age-appropriate stories.

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October 30, 2019
HBO Max will be more expensive than Netflix, Disney or Apple. Does that mean it’ll be a tough sell?

Warner to invest heavily on programming from its channels along with new fare to try and convince people to subscribe to the most expensive service.

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October 29, 2019
Sony shutting down PlayStation VUE cut the cord service

Cable TV alternative offered lower prices and more options but Sony blamed higher programming costs in announcing the decision to close down.

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October 29, 2019
Facebook: We shouldn’t become the gatekeeper of truth on candidate ads

If you think Facebook should decide on claims by politicians, why do you want us to have so much power?, write Katie Harbath and Nell McCarthy

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October 29, 2019
Facebook doesn’t have to run paid ads peddling politicians’ lies

Mark Zuckerberg wrapping himself in the First Amendment is a cop-out, something that several hundred Facebook employees noted in a letter: Our view

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October 29, 2019
Latest iOS update expands emoji with gender-neutral options plus more animals, foods

iPhone users have almost 400 new emojis to play with. They include new foods, shapes, and additional variations on emoji of people and professions.

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October 29, 2019
The 20 best Christmas gifts for dads and husbands

The 20 best Christmas gifts for dads and husbands, like the Fitbit Charge 3, Kindle Paperwhite, Ugg Slippers, and Apple AirPods

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October 29, 2019
The 20 best gift ideas your mom will love for Christmas

20 Christmas gift ideas for moms, such as an Instant Pot, AirFryer, Fitbit Charge 3, jewelry, and Eberjey pajamas

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October 29, 2019
This incredible soundbar is at its lowest price for one day only

The Yamaha YAS-207BL Soundbar is an upgraded version of one of our favorite soundbars under $200, and it's at its lowest price ever.

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October 29, 2019
Ranked: All the major streaming services, from Netflix to Apple TV+ to Disney+

How many streaming services do you actually need? We've ranked the biggest (from Hulu to Disney+), from best to worst.

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October 29, 2019
Nala Cat isn’t just an ordinary house cat but a social media influencer

Nala Cat isn't just an ordinary house cat but a social media influencer. Top 5 tips for promoting your pet on social media.

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October 29, 2019
Amazon’s now has free grocery delivery, but there’s a catch

Amazon had previously been charging $14.99 monthly for the grocery delivery service.

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October 29, 2019
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Tuesday

This Tuesday, get great discounts on soundbars, the Squatty Potty, robot vacuums, and more at Amazon.

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October 29, 2019
Amazon’s Echo Buds sound great – but not as great as AirPods

Amazon looks to have one of holiday season's most popular gifts, to take on what Apple says is the best-selling headphone anywhere, the AirPods.

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October 29, 2019
Lyft announces membership plan for $19.99 a month: Lyft Pink

Lyft is introducing Lyft Pink, a membership for riders that provides elevated access, savings and benefits, including 15% off on all car rides.

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October 29, 2019
26 incredible coding toys that every kid will want

Fun (and learning) for kids of all ages!

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October 29, 2019
Amazon’s Ring is ‘the Neighborhood Watch of 2020,’ police say as doorbell cams proliferate

Privacy concerns rise as cloud-based home security systems like Amazon's Ring proliferate in neighborhoods.

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October 29, 2019
The internet is now 50 years old. The first online message? It was a typo

Leonard Kleinrock, a UCLA computer science professor, and his student Charley Kline wanted to send a message. They altered communication forever.

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October 29, 2019
Amazon now offers free food delivery for Prime members

Latest move from Amazon drops $14.99 monthly price, and puts pressure on competitors

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October 29, 2019
Air Force’s mystery space plane returns to earth

The Air Force's mystery space plane is back on Earth, following a record-breaking two-year mission. The X-37B landed in Florida early Sunday. The Air Force is mum about what the...

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October 29, 2019
The first online message was sent 50 years ago. How has the internet evolved since then?

Leonard Kleinrock, a UCLA computer science professor, and his student Charley Kline wanted to send a message. They altered communication forever.

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October 29, 2019
National Cat Day: How to build up your pet’s followers on Instagram

Nala Cat, a viral sensation with more than 4 million followers, is using her platform to spread awareness about pet rescue initiatives.

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October 29, 2019
Automatic braking can be life-saving (except when it’s not), IIHS study finds

As the pedestrian crisis continues, automakers are gradually adapting automatic braking systems that are supposed to help avoid hitting pedestrians.

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October 29, 2019
Too much YouTube? Online video usage among teens is going through the roof, survey says

A Common Sense Media survey found tweens are on screens just under five hours per day, and teens about seven and a half hours. What parents can do?

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