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July 17, 2019
'Use at least one Emoji per text': The new rules of communicating in the digital era

Emoji replace sentences. Acronyms replace words. And phones aren't used to make phone calls anymore. In fact, before you call, you might want to text.

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July 17, 2019
Hotel guests will soon use QR codes to see if sheets are clean

A new service will let guests in China see how clean their sheets are simply by scanning a QR code. Buzz60's Sean Dowling has more.

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July 17, 2019
World Emoji Day: Emoticons are the best, but finding the right one is the absolute worst

Emojis are the funny faces and characters we add to messages, but finding the right one on your phone can be a little tricky. Here are some hacks.

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July 17, 2019
Actually, losing 'Friends' and 'The Office' won't hurt Netflix

Netflix has been in the news because in a relatively short time, it will lose The Office and Friends, two of its most-watched shows.

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July 17, 2019
Tesla is cutting the price of its top-selling Model 3

Tesla is cutting the price of the Model 3, as it aims to make its best-selling product more affordable, and is discontinuing other vehicles.

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July 17, 2019
Elon Musk touts brain implant technology to treat health conditions, enable 'telepathy'

Elon Musk revealed that his stealth neurotechnology start-up, Neuralink, is poised to begin human clinical trials soon on brain implants.

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July 17, 2019
Google Maps rolls out new bike-sharing feature in major cities worldwide

Google Maps' new real-time bike-sharing availability feature comes after Apple announced major changes to its competing app last month.

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July 17, 2019
Happy World Emoji Day! These are the top 10 icons used this year on Facemoji

Fun Fact: July 17 was designated World Emoji Day because that is the date shown on the calendar emoji for Apple and Google users.

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July 17, 2019
Pinterest wants your video

You'll need business profile, but anyone can get one, and to upload vertical videos that can be played without sound. Subtitles a help, company says.

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July 17, 2019
The 10 most popular products our readers bought on Prime Day

Reviewed readers scooped up deals on Instant Pots, Kindles, DNA tests, and more this Amazon Prime Day.

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July 17, 2019
100 years of RCA products and artists, from radio and TV to Elvis Presley and David Bowie

RCA helped popularize radios, television, broadcasting and popular music. The label was the home of Elvis Presley and the TV network brought "Bonanza" into our homes.

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July 17, 2019
With World Emoji Day upon us, Apple, Google show off emojis coming soon to their devices

For World Emoji Day, Apple and Google shared some of the emojis coming to devices later this year, which include emoji for people with disabilities.

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July 17, 2019
World Emoji Day: Here's a look at what's coming soon to iPhones and Androids

Here are some of the 59 new emojis coming to Apple devices and 65 coming to Android devices. Apple & Google released photos ahead of World Emoji Day.

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July 17, 2019
Prime Day is almost over—these are the best deals you can still get

This year's Prime Day already has more impressive deals than any Prime Day yet.

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July 16, 2019
10 Amazon Prime Day deals you didn’t know you needed

These are the Amazon Prime Day deals you'd want to buy even if they weren't on sale—but they are.

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July 16, 2019
Everybody’s posting pictures of what they’ll look like when they’re old – here’s how

You've probably seen the #FaceAppChallenge on Twitter today. Here's how to do it.

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July 16, 2019
The 3 very best TV deals of Prime Day 2019 you can still get

These are the best Prime Day TV deals that are still available.

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July 16, 2019
The best back-to-school deals on Amazon Prime Day

These back-to-school sales for Prime Day make the grade

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July 16, 2019
These awesome Prime Day deals just started—and they'll sell out soon

From brands like KitchenAid and Anker, these are the best Amazon Prime Day Lightning deals that you can still get.

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July 16, 2019
Sex tech is in, skimpy outfits are out as CES addresses diversity

CES has come under fire for gender discrimination in the past few years.

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July 16, 2019
The best Prime Day deals under $10 right now

You can get great deals on brands like Crayola, Charmin, and Eucerin—all for under $10.

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July 16, 2019
The best Prime Day deals under $50 you can still get

The best stuff on Amazon for day two of Prime Day that's less than $50.

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July 16, 2019
Discord gains notoriety after brutal killing of NY teen. What you should know about the app

A rapidly growing communication app, Discord, was used to publish photos of a murder victim say police. Here's what you need to know.

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July 16, 2019
Prime Day promo: Amazon will pay you $10 for more data collection

A browser extension from Amazon is being touted on Prime Day for a $10 discount. It's a tool to let Amazon hit you up on desktop with more offers.

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July 16, 2019
Prime Day 2019: Best Amazon Prime Day deals under $20

Amazon Fire TV Stick, Just Dance 2019, and Crest 3D Whitestrips are just a few of the Amazon Prime Day deals you can score for less than $20.

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July 16, 2019
These snacks are on sale for Prime Day—and you'll want them all

Get great deals on Kind Bars, Blue Diamond Almonds, SKINNYPOP popcorn, and more with Prime Day savings.

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July 16, 2019
5 reasons you should own an Instant Pot

The internet is obsessed with the Instant Pot, but you're unsure if it's for you. Well here's 5 reasons why you need to get an Instant Pot right now!

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July 16, 2019
Long-distance relationships are hard. Touch bracelets, hugging shirts try to make it easier

In long-distance relationships, you may need an assist to keep the love alive. Bond Touch bracelets, Friendship Lamps and hugging shirts may help.

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July 16, 2019
Apple AirPods are on sale for Prime Day—and they WILL sell out

Apple AirPods are rarely on sale, so now's the time to buy them while they're discounted for Prime Day.

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July 16, 2019

Everlane's sandals are like flip-flops you can wear to work

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July 16, 2019
The very best Prime Day 2019 deals under $100

Got $100 left in your Prime Day budget? These deals on Kindle, Toshiba, Instant Pot, Fisher Price, Cuisinart, and more will get you your money's worth

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July 16, 2019
New 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 4' pack supports veterans through Activision's endowment

Gamers can support Activision's Call of Duty Endowment by purchasing some special 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 4' content available now for PlayStation 4.

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July 16, 2019
Stunning time-lapse of world’s largest iceberg drifting away from ice shelf

Glaciologists stitch the images together. Scientists wonder what the fate of this massive iceberg will be as it drifts towards warmer waters.

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July 16, 2019
5 of the best Prime Day fashion deals

From Levi's to Cole Haan to Under Armour, these are the best deals on clothing, shoes, and more.

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July 16, 2019
This Prime Day deal on Sony headphones is just too good

This Prime Day deal on the Sony WH-1000XM3s—our favorite noise-canceling headphones—is one you definitely don't want to miss.

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July 16, 2019
Tech that can keep your long distance relationship alive

Would you listen to your partner's heartbeat through a speaker? If you're in a long distance relationship, these gadgets could help close the gap.

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July 16, 2019
NASA Administrator Bridenstine on the importance of JFK's timeline for moonshot

NASA Administrator Bridenstine on the brilliant move JFK made months after taking office - setting the moonshot timeline for the end of the decade.

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July 16, 2019
The 12 best Prime Day Lightning Deals that will be gone soon

Add these Lightning Deals to your cart before they sell out.

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July 16, 2019
Here are the Prime Day deals our editors are actually buying

These are the products we're loving (and adding to our carts) this Prime Day.

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July 16, 2019
11-year-old girl says her iPhone began sparking in her hand, leaving holes in her blanket

Kayla Ramos says she was holding her phone in her hand when sparks started flying from the device.

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