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July 18, 2020
Parent’s guide to online school: 9 questions to help vet your back-to-school choices

Online school doesn't have to be bad. And parents can make it better. As your school plans virtual instruction, here's what to ask about quality.

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July 18, 2020
Smartphone owner, heal thyself: Download these for relaxation, meditation and better sleep

Stress is rampant during the coronavirus pandemic. But there are some apps for smartphones and tablets to help you unwind and sleep better.

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July 17, 2020
Ice cream makers are selling out everywhere—here’s where you can still get them

At-home Ice cream makers are selling out everywhere, but we know where you can still buy them. Click for details.

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July 17, 2020
This cookware set is great for big families—and it’s on sale

The Tramontina 12-Piece cookware set is great for big families, and right now you can get it for an amazing value on Amazon. Click for more.

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July 17, 2020
COVID-19 may spread via the air, WHO and medical experts say

The WHO and over 200 medical experts agree with new research that shows COVID-19 could be carried by cough droplets and travel up 26 feet.

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July 17, 2020
Next-generation office entry sees surge in interest during COVID-19 pandemic

Openpath's next generation entry system got a boost from COVID, as office managers look to ease concern from workers with contactless entry.

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July 17, 2020
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Friday

Love to shop and save? The best Amazon deals this Friday can help you get portable projectors, whitening strips and more at huge discounts.

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July 17, 2020
Black Friday in July is happening now—here are the best sales to shop

Prime Day might not be happening this month, but Black Friday in July is still on—and we've rounded up the top deals and sales from major retailers.

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July 17, 2020
Twitter’s cancel culture: A force for good or a digital witchhunt? The answer is complicated.

Nick Cannon joins a mounting list of celebrities and firms people on Twitter want to "cancel." Others include Goya Foods and some reality TV stars.

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July 17, 2020
What is Dolby Atmos, and how can you get it?

The most exciting option in home theater audio right now can be a bit tricky to figure out. Here's everything you need to know.

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July 17, 2020
The best tech products for back-to-school of 2020

Our favorite tech items for the new school year.

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July 17, 2020
The best air purifiers of 2020

Have pet dander, allergens, or pervasive smells in your home? Air purifiers can help.

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July 17, 2020
It’s World Emoji Day: Apple reveals what upcoming characters will look like

Friday is World Emoji Day, and Apple used the annual unofficial holiday to unveil some of the little characters coming to iOS devices later this year.

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July 17, 2020
Hey! Would you spend $100 a year for a new kind of email service?

For $100 yearly, Hey says it can give you better security, reader screening and easier access to attachments, compared to other email services.

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July 17, 2020
‘Tweet-tastrophe’? It could have been. Twitter hack reveals national security threat before election

The hack has national security implications. What if it someone tried to disrupt the election or cause an international incident?

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July 16, 2020
15 best back-to-school deals to snag before fall

From L.L.Bean backpacks to free Apple AirPods, these back-to-school deals can help you give kids everything they need for a great school year.

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July 16, 2020
Netflix names Ted Sarandos as co-CEO, surpasses subscriber forecast during coronavirus pandemic

Netflix added about 2 million more subscribers than expected, and named chief content officer Ted Sarandos as a co-CEO with Reed Hastings.

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July 16, 2020
Microsoft to launch cloud video game service, Project xCloud, in September

Microsoft will launch Project xCloud, a cloud-based video game streaming service, in September. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will get it free.

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July 16, 2020
FCC unanimously approves 988 as new three-digit suicide prevention hotline

The process will take two years, as telecom and voice service companies will be mandated to have a 988 hotline by July 16, 2022.

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July 16, 2020
T-Mobile’s latest robocall strategy: Giving customers a second phone number to throw off scammers

Even with new technology and a second phone number, blocking robocalls will "take some amount of user involvement" T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert says.

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July 16, 2020
Apple expands coding partnership with Black schools as tech firms grapple with lack of diversity

Morehouse College, Tougaloo College, Dillard University and Prairie View A&M University are under Apple's coding program.

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July 16, 2020
Samsung’s new TV looks great, but has some competition

The new Samsung TU8000 is a solid entry into the midrange TV market, but there are other models coming that give it serious competition.

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July 16, 2020
Can Sony’s affordable new headphones beat the champ?

We love the Sony WH-1000XM3—how do the company's new WH-CH710N stand up to our favorite pair?

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July 16, 2020
16 things to buy now for back to school before they sell out

While school may start in a few months, you're going to want to order essential school supplies like noise-canceling headphones, whiteboards, and more.

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July 16, 2020
Listen up! Michelle Obama reveals she is launching a Spotify podcast

The former first lady revealed that she will be hosting a podcast on health and relationships this month.

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July 14, 2020
Webcams are still in short supply, but you can turn your camera into one

Software tools will require some steps, and you'll want to own an Apple computer to do this, but you could end up with a way better image

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July 14, 2020
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Tuesday

This Tuesday, our roundup of the best Amazon deals includes the Fitbit Inspire HR, Microsoft Surface Pro 7 and more—see the full list.

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July 14, 2020
Dash Cart: Amazon’s smart shopping cart knows what you’re getting, displays your subtotal

Amazon has created a smart shopping cart that knows what you're selecting and can charge you for it without a cashier.

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July 14, 2020
White Castle to test out Flippy kitchen robot to cut down on human contact with food

The idea is to reduce human contact with food during the cooking process and comes after many restaurants were crippled due to the pandemic.

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July 14, 2020
Robot cooks can reduce spread of COVID-19

The pandemic is feeding demand for robots that can flip burgers, make salads and blend smoothies as businesses and consumers seek to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Experts say COVID-19...

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July 13, 2020
The Instax Mini 9 is one of the best instant cameras ever—and now it’s on sale

Everybody loves the Instax Mini 9, and right now you can get this too-cute instant camera for its lowest price ever at QVC. Click for details.

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July 13, 2020
This Anker power strip cube is on sale for its lowest price ever

This Amazon deal on Anker's cult-favorite powerstrip cube is too good to pass up.

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July 13, 2020
It’s the last day of Macy’s Black Friday in July sale—here are all the best things to shop

You can save tons of money right now during the Macy's Black Friday in July sale, including savings on cooking gadgets, beauty items and more.

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July 13, 2020
Pour by phone: Coca-Cola introduces contactless technology to pour your beverage

Coca Cola is launching the contactless Freestyle dispenser, which allows customers to choose and pour drinks from their phones via QR code.

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July 11, 2020
6 great QVC deals you can shop right now

You can save big on All-Clad cookware, fashion, the cult-favorite Instax Mini 9 and more by shopping these QVC sales right now. Click for details.

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July 11, 2020
Nintendo Super Mario Bros. video game sets record selling for $114,000. Do you have a sealed copy?

An unopened Nintendo Super Mario Bros. NES video game set the world record for the most ever paid for any video game, according to Heritage Auctions.

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July 11, 2020
What are Karen and Kevin doing now? America’s latest video series online — all the time

The comfort and abundance of smartphone cameras has made it easier to document people doing stupid things, and the Internet is just waiting for you, too.

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July 11, 2020
Vacation ready? Here’s what to bring – and do – to stay safe

if you need to be anywhere but home this summer, here are some apps, gadgets, and tips to help you travel as safely as possible.

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July 11, 2020
One of Samsung’s top-tier QLED TVs just got a huge price drop

Looking to upgrade your home theater? Check out this impressive deal on a top-tier Samsung QLED TV, the Q9 75-inch—find out more.

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July 10, 2020
‘He’s going to kill us:’ Woman says Lyft driver shot her niece in the leg

"This individual was shooting at women, and terrorizing them," a family attorney said.

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