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January 30, 2020
Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, already the wealthiest person on the planet, just got billions richer

Jeff Bezos got billions richer in minutes as Amazon shares soared in extended trading on a killer quarter driven by strong holiday sales.

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January 30, 2020
The 49ers will win Super Bowl 2020, Alexa predicts, but Siri and Google Assistant punt

Who will win Super Bowl LIV? While voice assistants often avoid opinions, Amazon Alexa says the San Francisco 49ers will beat the Kansas City Chiefs.

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January 30, 2020
Super Bowl LIV in 4K: How to watch SF 49ers vs. KC Chiefs without cable

Have pay-TV or not, you likely want to watch Super Bowl LIV, pitting Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers, if only for the ads. We tell you how.

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January 30, 2020
Super Bowl 2020: How to watch SF 49ers vs. KC Chiefs without cable

Have pay-TV or not, you likely want to watch Super Bowl LIV, pitting Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers, if only for the ads. We tell you how.

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January 30, 2020
Super Bowl 2020: How to watch the game without cable

Have pay-TV or not, you likely want to watch Super Bowl LIV, pitting Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers, if only for the ads. We tell you how.

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January 30, 2020
Snapchat’s Bitmoji TV is poised to bring back Saturday-morning cartoons

Snapchat launched Bitmoji TV on Thursday, marking a new addition to the platform's ever-expanding Discovery menu.

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January 30, 2020
iPhone and Android users are getting 117 new emoji in 2020

There are 62 new characters and 55 new gender and skin tone varieties being added for iPhone and Android users.

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January 30, 2020
5 ways to limit your phone’s location tracking

Kim Komando offers five tips increase internet privacy, stop data collection, targeted ads and phone tracking.

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January 30, 2020
For $10 fee, startup offers unlimited calls and texts

You don't need to be in WiFi range to make free calls or text messages with TextNow. Catches: Calls are ad-supported and you need Sprint phone.

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January 30, 2020
Bitmoji TV series is coming to Snapchat

Snapchat announced a new 10 episode series staring personalized animated characters.

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January 30, 2020
Snapchat’s Bitmoji TV is poised to bring back Saturday morning cartoons

Snapchat launched Bitmoji TV on Thursday, marking a new addition to the platform's ever-expanding Discovery menu.

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January 30, 2020
Super Bowl TV deals: What to look for when you’re buying a new TV before the game

The runup to Super Bowl Sunday isn't just about football. For many of you it's about finally buying that brand-new television you've been putting off.

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January 30, 2020
Cloud computing pays off for Microsoft

Windows software, which had provided growth for Microsoft in the past, is now almost an afterthought

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January 30, 2020
Facebook agrees to $550 million settlement in facial recognition class action lawsuit

Facebook has agreed to pay $550 million to settle a class-action lawsuit over its use of facial recognition technology in Illinois.

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January 30, 2020
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has a message for you: He doesn’t care if you like him

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg sent a message to the public Wednesday: 'My goal for the next decade isn't to be liked but to be understood.'

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January 29, 2020
Tesla posts profit, says Model Y electric SUV is coming sooner than expected

Tesla said it would begin delivering its new electric SUV ahead of schedule this year as the automaker continues to enjoy a rapid rise in it stock.

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January 29, 2020
You can get a spectacular deal on our favorite affordable robot vacuum right now

The Eufy Robovac 11S is the best affordable robot vacuum we've ever tested, and it's down to one of its lowest prices on Amazon with a free scale included.

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January 29, 2020
Coronavirus outbreak: Facebook, Google, YouTube and Twitter scramble to contain misinformation

Hoaxes about the coronavirus are spreading as fast, if not faster, than the actual virus on Facebook, YouTube and Twitter and the social media platforms are scrambling to contain the...

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January 29, 2020
LG’s bet to make “smart appliances” more than just a gimmick

Artificial intelligence that detects appliance breakdowns before they happen.

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January 29, 2020
LG’s bet to make “smart appliances” more than just a gimmick

Artificial intelligence that detects appliance breakdowns before they happen.

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January 29, 2020
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Wednesday

Spend your hump day right, by taking advantage of these can't-miss sales on Amazon on top-rated airfryers, robot vaccums, and more.

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January 29, 2020
ESPN anchor’s story on ‘girl dad’ Kobe Bryant generates wave of social media tributes

A story from ESPN anchor Elle Duncan on 'girl dad' Kobe Bryant spawns the hashtag #girldad with loving tributes

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January 29, 2020
Amazon’s Ring security shares your personal data with Facebook and Google, report says

A report suggests the Amazon-owned company shares tons of users' personal information with lots of different sources including Facebook.

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January 29, 2020
10 products to always have at home in case you get sick

Cold and flu season is about hoping for the best but preparing for the worst.

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January 29, 2020
MoviePass may owe money to 12,000 subscribers as it files for bankruptcy liquidation

Any hopes of a MoviePass comeback have ended. MoviePass and its parent company filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation on Tuesday.

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January 29, 2020
How much money should you spend on headphones?

Like with anything, it all comes down to what you're looking for.

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January 28, 2020
Apple earnings climb on strength of iPhone 11 sales, strong holiday season

Apple posted record 2020 first quarter revenues of $91.8 billion, up 9% from the same period a year ago and way above earnings forecasts.

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January 28, 2020
Apple earnings climb on strength of iPhone 11 sales

Apple posted record 2020 first quarter revenues of $91.8 billion, up 9% from the same period a year ago and way above ve earnings forecasts.

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January 28, 2020
The Best PopSockets of 2020

Searching for the best PopSockets? These are the best you can get right now, including PopSockets PopGrips, the PopSockets PopWallet+, and more.

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January 28, 2020
Amid coronavirus fears, people download epidemic-simulating video game Plague Inc.

Plague Inc. is an app and online game in which users play the role of a disease set on infecting the world with a pathogen.

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January 28, 2020
Coronavirus drives people to download epidemic-simulating video game Plague Inc.

Plague Inc. is an app and online game where users play the role of a disease set on infecting the world with a pathogen.

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January 28, 2020
iPhone 11 Pro can now shoot on two cameras at once

The free app from FilmiC Pro was previewed in September at an Apple iPhone event and is just now being released.

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January 28, 2020
Facebook privacy tool gives you more control on how you’re being watched online

Facebook has released a tool globally that could give you more control over how the social network traces your path across the web to serve you ads

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January 28, 2020
This is how you will appeal to Facebook’s ‘Supreme Court’ when your post is taken down

Facebook outlined how users will be able to contest decisions to remove posts on Facebook and Instagram by appealing to a 'Supreme Court' or oversight board.

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January 28, 2020
The 5 best Amazon deals you can get this Tuesday

This Tuesday, take a little time out of your day for some retail therapy and save on highly-rated streaming devices, kitchen accessories, and more.

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January 28, 2020
Soon your Cadillac will change lanes hands-free with upgraded Super Cruise system

GM is inching closer to self-driving vehicles with the introduction of a new feature that will enable some Cadillacs to change lanes on their own.

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January 28, 2020
Americans are getting really creeped out by devices eavesdropping on them and tracking them

Anxiety levels over privacy and security are peaking as people worry about devices listening to them and their personal data being sold, survey shows.

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January 28, 2020
Atari is planning video game-themed hotels. Here’s a first look and what we know

Gaming pioneer Atari plans to open multiple video game hotels across the country. The first will be in downtown Phoenix.

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January 28, 2020
Gannett-backed Scroll launches subscription service for ad-free journalism

For several dollars a month, startup Scroll is offering the opportunity to excise ads from your news reading experience and still support journalism.

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January 28, 2020
What you need to know before clicking ‘I agree’ on that terms of service agreement or privacy policy

Practice privacy policy hygiene for Data Privacy Day: Here's what to do before blindly handing out your sensitive information.

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