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September 12, 2020
Vinyl record sales outpace CDs for the first time since the ’80s amid the pandemic

American music listeners bought more vinyl records than CDs during the period marked by retail store closures and tour cancellations.

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September 12, 2020
Vinyl records outsell CDs for the first time since the ’80s amid the pandemic

American music listeners bought more vinyl records than CDs during the period marked by retail store closures and tour cancellations.

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September 12, 2020
Elon Musk says Tesla has ‘many exciting things’ to reveal on Battery Day

Battery Day will be held immediately following Tesla's annual shareholder's meeting later this month.

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September 12, 2020
4 annoying things you’re still doing wrong with email: Stop writing in all caps and other tips for better messages

Email remains an incredibly important way to keep in touch, personally and professionally. But are you using email correctly? Follow these tips.

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September 12, 2020
Hey Siri, are you really ’20x’ more on top of it this year? Apple personal assistant getting new look in iOS 14

Is Siri getting smarter? We tested Siri in the iOS 14 beta. The full iOS upgrade will be available later this year. Here's how Siri has improved.

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September 12, 2020
Hey Siri, are you really ’20x’ more on top of it this year? Apple personal assistant getting new look in iOS 14

Is Siri getting smarter? We tested Siri in the iOS 14 beta. The full iOS upgrade will be available later this year. Here's how Siri has improved.

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September 12, 2020
Worried about air quality amid the wildfires? Use apps, other tech to make it easier to breathe

As wildfires continue to rage out of control across the American West, it's getting harder and harder to breathe. Some ways tech can help.

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September 11, 2020
This fire pit has almost 3,000 rave reviews on Amazon—and it’s nearly $70 off

This portable gas fire pit has nearly 3,000 glowing reviews on Amazon, and thanks to this deal, you can get it at a huge discount—get the details.

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September 11, 2020
This pricey smart remote can control your entire home

Logitech Harmony Elite Remote review: one remote to rule them all

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September 11, 2020
These wireless headphones might be perfect for your workout

These tough JBL/Under Armour true wireless

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September 11, 2020
The Best Smart Water Leak Detectors

These sensors will send alerts about frozen pipes, leaks, and floods right to your phone.

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September 11, 2020
The best smart water leak detectors of 2020

These sensors will send alerts about frozen pipes, leaks, and floods right to your phone.

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September 11, 2020
Google search website commemorates 30th anniversary of ‘Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’

Go to Google.com on Sept.10 and search for "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." You'll get what appears to be ordinary search results but there is a surprise.

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September 11, 2020
You can pay from your phone at restaurants with this new Uber Eats feature

Uber Eats launches a contactless order feature that lets you pay for your meals on the app when you're dining in and ordering takeout.

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September 11, 2020
You can skip classes (or meetings) with this TikTok fake sound, but some schools are facing real challenges

Online learning in schools has been marked by technical glitches and student pranks.

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September 10, 2020
Microsoft says election interference alive and well

The same Russian intelligence outfit that hacked Democrats in 2016 has attempted hacks into the computer systems of many organizations, Microsoft said

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September 10, 2020
Xbox Series X to launch Nov. 10, along with lower-priced console. Plus, Taco Bell is giving away free game systems

Taco Bell will give away Microsoft's Xbox Series X game system before it hits stores in November. How to enter and what to know about Series S launch.

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September 10, 2020
How to make phone calls with Alexa and Google speakers

A new alliance with AT&T allows inbound and outbound calls to Echo speakers, but if you can live with outbound, you can do it now.

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September 10, 2020
Trump vs. Twitter: New policy would crack down on president claiming premature victory in election

Twitter will more aggressively label or remove election tweets containing misleading or disputed information including premature claims of victory.

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September 10, 2020
Wayfair is having a massive sale on recliners right now

Wayfair has recliners on sale at a huge discount right now—get all the details on these über-cozy seats.

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September 10, 2020
Is the Windows 10 update wreaking havoc on your computer? Here’s how to manage it.

Windows 10 update has caused problems such as the "blue screen of death" for many computer users. Find out how to stop problems caused by the update.

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September 10, 2020
6 ways to speed up an old computer

Before you throw out your old computer in frustration, Kim Komando offers 6 tips to boost your PC's speed and save big bucks.

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September 9, 2020
TikTok parent company and US continue to explore options as Trump’s ban date approaches

TikTok parent company ByteDance continues talks with the U.S. government on a sale that will allow it to continue operating in the U.S.

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September 9, 2020
Lucid Motors reveals Lucid Air luxury electric car with 517-mile range aimed at Tesla

Lucid Motors debuted the production version of the Lucid Air, a luxury electric car with more than 500 miles of range aimed at competing with Tesla.

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September 9, 2020
Apple Watch is ready for its closeup

The iPads use the older, less powerful chips than the ones on newer iPhones.

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September 9, 2020
Walmart announces launch of on-demand drone delivery pilot program in North Carolina

The pilot program focuses on delivering select grocery and household items using Flytrex's automated drones.

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September 9, 2020
Walmart launches on-demand drone delivery pilot. But it might take time before drones deliver your next order

Walmart is launching an on-demand drone delivery pilot in Fayetteville, North Carolina with Flytrex, an end-to-end drone delivery company.

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September 9, 2020
Walmart announces launch of on-demand drone delivery pilot in North Carolina.

The pilot focuses on delivering select grocery and household items using Flytrex's automated drones.

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September 9, 2020
Walmart announces launch of on-demand drone delivery pilot in North Carolina.

The pilot focuses on delivering select grocery and household items using Flytrex's automated drones.

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September 9, 2020
School at home: How to keep attending virtual classes from being a real pain in the neck

Your school setup should take ergonomics into account The good news is, making simple changes part of your back-to-school-at-home plan isn't difficult.

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September 8, 2020
Apple countersues, seeks damages from Fortnite publisher Epic Games in high stakes legal dispute

Apple is seeking damages from Epic Games in the skirmish started last month by the publisher of popular online video game Fortnite.

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September 8, 2020
Xbox Series S: Microsoft releases details on lower-priced, all-digital video game console out Nov. 10

Microsoft will release the Xbox Series S video game system on Nov. 10. Its higher-powered counterpart, the Xbox Series X is expected to hit then, too.

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September 8, 2020
Apple event on Sept. 15: Don’t look for new iPhones just yet, analysts say

Apple historically reveals the new devices just after Labor Day, and this year is no exception. But this time it's virtual.

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September 8, 2020
Apple event on Sept. 15: Don’t look for new iPhones just yet, says one analyst

Apple historically reveals the new devices just after Labor Day, and this year is no exception. But this time it's virtual.

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September 8, 2020
Apple to reveal new products on Sept. 15

Apple historically reveals the new devices just after Labor Day, and this year is no exception. But this time it's virtual.

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September 8, 2020
Apple to reveal new iPhones on Sept. 15

Apple historically reveals the new devices just after Labor Day, and this year is no exception. But this time it's virtual.

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September 8, 2020
Apple to reveal new iPhones on Sept. 15

Apple historically reveals the new devices just after Labor Day, and this year is no exception. But this time it's virtual.

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September 8, 2020
Did a Twitter hashtag reveal the date for Apple’s event? The annual event will take place Sept. 15, the company confirmed.

Twitter users noticed the hashtag #appleevent came with a "hashflag" of a blue apple. The company's page now confirms event for Sept. 15.

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September 8, 2020
Did a Twitter hashtag reveal the date for Apple’s event? Users speculate the annual event will take place by Sept. 28

Twitter users noticed the hashtag #appleevent came with a "hashflag" of a blue apple. The coding of the tag is set to expire on Sept. 28.

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September 8, 2020
5 back-to-school tech tips to save time & money

Whether you're going back to school remote or in person, here's how to save some time and money

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