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October 3, 2019
Post Malone is latest musical artist to embrace VR with live free Oculus concert Oct. 17

'Rockstar' rapper Post Malone's Oct. 17 concert in Raleigh, N.C., can be watched live in virtual reality using Oculus Quest or Oculus Go headsets.

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October 3, 2019
Instagram’s new tool lets you semi-block haters, bullies trolls without them knowing

The app's newest feature called Restrict is designed especially for young people who face a disproportionate amount of cyber bullying.

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October 3, 2019
Post Malone is latest musical artist to embrace VR with live Oculus concert Oct. 17

'Rockstar' rapper Post Malone's Oct. 17 concert in Raleigh, N.C., can be watched live in virtual reality using Oculus Quest or Oculus Go headsets.

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October 3, 2019
Top companies offer perks like free gym memberships, meals and unlimited paid time off

Free gym memberships, 100% paid health care and unlimited PTO are among perks and benefits given at the businesses topping this Comparably list.

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October 3, 2019
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Thursday

This Thursday, shop and save on some of the best products on Amazon now.

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October 3, 2019
Snapchat’s AR brings to life work of ‘Hope’ poster maker Shepard Fairey and other artists

Snapchat used augmented reality to bring 20 real-world murals including one by the creator of the Obama "Hope" poster to viewers wherever they are.

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October 3, 2019
Consumer Reports: Hidden cable TV fees may cost you $450 extra annually

Consumer Reports says add-on fees from Verizon, Spectrum and others are company-mandated and useless. Its new Whatthefee.com website spotlights them.

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October 2, 2019
This impressive Bose soundbar just dropped to an all-time low price

Still relying on your TV's subpar, built-in speakers? Why not upgrade to an impressive Bose soundbar while it's on sale?

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October 2, 2019
15 top products on Amazon that are on everyone’s wish list

Amazon's Most Wished for page is like a cheat sheet for holiday shopping, and here are the top 15 products that'll charm anyone on your gift list.

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October 2, 2019
Microsoft showcases new wireless Surface earbuds and dual-screen Windows PC

From PCs to earbuds, Microsoft unveiled its new products in a New York showcase.

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October 2, 2019
The best affordable robot vacuum is finally under $200 again

This robot vacuum gives the best bang for your buck cleaning-wise and is even more affordable for a limited time.

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October 2, 2019
Microsoft showcases an Android Surface ‘phone’ and dual-screen Windows PC

Microsoft refreshed its Surface line of computers, but you'll have to wait more than a year for its Surface Duo `phone' and Surface Neo mobile PC.

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October 2, 2019
Microsoft shows its latest and greatest Surface hardware

Microsoft refreshed its Surface line of computers but you'll have to wait more than a year for its Surface Duo `phone' and Surface Neo mobile PC.

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October 2, 2019
The 5 best deals and sales you can get this Wednesday

This Wednesday, why not take a moment to shop the best deals of the day, and save some money in the process?

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October 2, 2019
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Wednesday

This Hump Day, get the things you actually want at an incredible price.

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October 2, 2019
Facebook, Google, Microsoft top list of 50 best-paying large companies

The job-hunting website Comparably just released its annual list of best companies to work for based on salary satisfaction among workers.

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October 2, 2019
Google will warn you when your passwords are too simple to guess and used too often

Google is introducing tools to help you fix passwords that are too weak. It is also bolstering privacy in Maps, YouTube, and the Google Assistant

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October 2, 2019
Apple Maps is improved, but still is no Google Maps

App rebuilt from ground up with improved photos, privacy and spoken directions. Siri will tell you to "turn left" at next light instead of 1000 feet.

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October 2, 2019
AI bias: How tech determines if you land job, get a loan or end up in jail

AI helps determine whether you qualify for a loan or get to be considered for a job. How can it be fair when human bias gets programmed in?

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October 1, 2019
How we tested unbreakable wine glasses

We put some "unbreakable" wine glasses through some grueling testing to see which one truly was the toughest.

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October 1, 2019
The 25 most popular things our readers bought in September

This September, products like the Instant Pot Ultra, the Eufy Robovac 11S, and the Technivorm Moccamaster were quite popular among our readers.

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October 1, 2019
An iceberg the size of Los Angeles broke off Antarctica

The iceberg, named D-28, is over 600 square miles in size, which is equal to about 27 Manhattan Islands. Experts say it's not linked to climate change

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October 1, 2019
This meat thermometer is usually crazy expensive—until now

For all you serious home cooks out there, the Thermapen Mk4 is one of the fastest, most reliable meat thermometers, and it's on sale.

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October 1, 2019
‘Call of Duty: Mobile’ video game offensive boasts new ‘Fortnite’-style battle royale mode

Activision's new mobile 'Call of Duty' video game, free-to-play on Android and iOS, has a battle royale mode, a game style popularized by 'Fortnite.'

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October 1, 2019
5 things you need to buy now that its finally fall

It's finally fall! Here are some things that you need before it starts getting really cold.

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October 1, 2019
The 5 best deals and sales you can shop this Tuesday

Kickstart your October with savings thanks to some of these great deals.

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October 1, 2019
Facebook’s Zuckerberg said he will ‘go to the mat’ and fight breakup in leaked audio

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said he will 'go to the mat' to fight against any proposed breakup of the company, according to a leaked audio.

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October 1, 2019
An iceberg the size of Los Angeles just broke off Antarctica

The iceberg, named D-28, is over 600 square miles in size, which is equal to about 27 Manhattan Islands. Experts say it's not linked to climate change

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October 1, 2019
13 products that will help you switch to a plastic-free life

To stay plastic-free, I used beeswax wraps, reusable straws, and glassware storage containers.

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October 1, 2019
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Tuesday

Start October right with incredible deals on the products you actually want from brands like Samsung, Ember, and Lodge.

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October 1, 2019
Does this plant-based deodorant actually work?

I used Myro deodorant, advertised to me on Instagram, for a whole month to find out if it worked as well as the traditional stuff.

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October 1, 2019
Sony cuts PlayStation Now cloud video game service price in half to $9.99 monthly

Sony is reducing by half the monthly price of its PlayStation Now video game streaming service to $9.99. It's also adding 'Grand Theft Auto V.'

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October 1, 2019
Techtober: Your guide to new releases from Amazon, GoPro, Facebook and more

A calendar to upcoming new releases, starting with Roku smartbar and ending with Amazon's Echo Smart Oven on Nov. 14. Google and Surface in winds.

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September 30, 2019
Uber reportedly tests audio recording feature that lets you report your driver

Uber's efforts to make riders feel safer come on the heels of sexual assault complaints against the company's drivers and a high-profile murder case.

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September 30, 2019
Samsonite is having a massive sale on all luggage right now

If you're planning any traveling this fall, check out this Samsonite sale so you can save big on all your luggage needs.

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September 30, 2019
77 Halloween costumes everyone will love

— Our editors review and recommend products to help you buy the stuff you need. If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a...

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September 30, 2019
The best cast iron pan is on sale—for its lowest price ever

Lodge cannot be beat when it comes to cast-iron cookware, and right now one of their best pans is down to its lowest price.

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September 30, 2019
16 things that’ll make your fall routine so much easier

These things can make your busy fall just a little bit better.

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September 30, 2019
10 things to take your Halloween decor to the next level

These are the only Halloween decorations you need to create the spookiest front porch on the block for Oct. 31.

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