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Thursday, 2 May 2019

Facebook wants to become more private, but not in the ways that matter most


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Polestar 2's Google car dashboard will soon open to Android app developers


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Waymo self-driving taxis now let you stream Google Play Music


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Facebook 'community wall' trolled at F8 conference


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Drop everything — the Dyson Airwrap is *finally* back in stock


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Oculus Quest is a VR gaming revelation, but who is it for?


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Google will now let users auto-delete location history and activity data


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Facebook shows how AI bans the only thing people actually want more of on Facebook: Weed


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YouTube CEO promises to do more for creators amid scandals


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Drone delivers life-saving kidney for transplant patient in world first

A medical facility in Maryland has become the first to use a drone to deliver a kidney for transplant into a patient. The specially built drone is capable of maintaining and monitoring a viable human organ during flight.

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Stay fit and save cash with our top 10 affordable Fitbit alternatives

As much as we love Fitbits, they're rather expensive. If all you want is a simple activity tracker, however, then check out these great cheap Fitbit alternatives. With offerings from brands like Garmin, you don't need to pay full price.

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Here are the best Chromebook deals available in May 2019

Whether you want a compact laptop to enjoy some entertainment on the go, or you need a no-nonsense machine for school or work, we've smoked out the best cheap Chromebook deals -- from full-sized laptops to 2-in-1 convertibles -- that won't cost you an arm and a leg.

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From Air to Pro, here are the best MacBook deals for May 2019

If you’re in the market for a new Apple laptop, let us make your work a little easier: We hunted down the best up-to-date MacBook deals available online right now from various retailers.

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Get up to $150 off the Apple iPad and iPad Pro 12.9-inch at Best Buy and Amazon

Two sales this week at Best Buy and Amazon have brought prices of the current model iPad and the iPad Pro 12.9-inch down to holiday levels. The iPad 32GB is on sale at Amazon for $249, an $80 savings, and the iPad Pro 12.9-inch 256GB is on sale for $1,150 at Best Buy.

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Here are the best horror movies on Netflix right now (May 2019)

There's no need to scour the entire Netflix catalog for the hits. We've compiled a list of the best horror movies on Netflix, whether you're into modern monsters or classic scares.

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The best 4-season tents for 2019

No matter the time of year, it doesn't hurt to have a reliable four-season tent in your arsenal of backpacking gear. We've found the best four-season tents capable of protecting you from anything the outdoors throws at you.

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The best convertibles of 2019

The drop-top segment in the United States is shrinking, but there are still a few great options to choose from. From high performance to off road, to luxury, we've got you covered. Here are the five best convertibles you can buy today.

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The best sleeping pads for 2019

Shopping for a sleeping pad for your next backpacking trip? Don't buy something that feels like a cold slab of stone. Narrow your selection with our carefully selected list of the best sleeping pads available.

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What does Avengers: Endgame mean for the Black Widow movie?

Everyone's talking about what the events of Avengers: Endgame mean for Iron Man and Captain America, but what about Black Widow? Here is what we can expect from the Black Widow movie in the aftermath of Marvel's Endgame.

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Build 2019: How to watch Microsoft’s keynote and what to expect

Are you ready for Build 2019? With less than a week away until Microsoft's annual developer conference is slated to start, we'll show you how to tune in to livestream the keynote as well as tell you what to expect this year.

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Best Buy chops $100 off its Nest Secure and Nest Cam Outdoor combo pack

If you're interested in Nest's security offerings, we've spotted a great deal on a combo pack which includes the Nest Secure Alarm System and one Nest Cam Outdoor camera. Best Buy is selling the combo pack for $399, the same price you'd pay for just the alarm system itself elsewhere.

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Intel heats up graphics battle against Nvidia with ray tracing-capable Xe cards

Nvidia's ray tracing-capable graphics cards will get some competition once Intel launches its Xe GPU in 2020. Intel's new graphics chips, designed for data centers and targeted at creative professionals, will support ray tracing,.

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The best mirrorless lens under $500

You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars to get professional quality pictures with your mirrorless camera. Here are great lenses, all for less than $500.

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HBO arrives on Apple’s new TV app, letting fans watch Game of Thrones offline

HBO has been added to the new Apple TV app, letting subscribers stream HBO's hit programs, including Game of Thrones, to multiple devices and download episodes for to view offline.

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The best digital cameras for 2019

From entry-level models to full-frame flagships, many cameras take great photos and video. The best digital cameras, however, push the industry forward with innovative sensors and improved usability, among other things. Here are our favorites.

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Digital Trends Live: Facebook F8 wrap-up, iPhone 11 mock-ups, and more

On today’s DT Live, we discuss the Facebook F8 developer conference, new mock-ups for the iPhone 11, Hulu grows to 28 million subscribers, Daimler quits the Smart EV car, and “biosolar leaves” may help clean London’s air.

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Everything you wanted to know about cryptocurrencies but were too afraid to ask

For better or worse, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum are here to stay -- so you should probably know the basics about them. Here's everything you need to know about crypto -- from how to buy and sell virtual currency, to whether or not it's a smart investment for you.

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Amazon and Best Buy slash the price of Facebook Portals for Mother’s Day

Amazon and Best Buy cut the price in half for the Facebook Portal and Portal + smart displays for Mother's Day. The Portal's smart camera follows you as you move around the room during video calls. The Portal also has Amazon Alexa built in.

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The best off-road vehicles for 2019

The body-on-frame SUV is going extinct, but there are still several options for buyers looking to skip the asphalt. To help you sort the good from the bad, we've rounded up the best off-roaders currently available.

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How to block a number in Android

Telemarketer or persistent ex won't leave you alone? Here's how to block a number in Android, whether you want to do so with native features, through your carrier, or with mobile apps such as Mr. Number or Should I Answer?

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The best music streaming services

It can be hard to decide which music streaming service is for you, so we've picked out the individual strengths of the most popular services, aiming to make your decision a little easier.

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Everything you missed during the Borderlands 3 gameplay reveal

Gearbox hosted an hour-long gameplay reveal to show off what gamers will be getting into when the shooter launches later this year. There were new weapons, new worlds, and some much-needed improvements to the co-op experience.

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Bose Sleepbuds mask noise to help you drift off to sleep

If you have trouble sleeping at night or you're frequently woken by noises, then Bose's Sleepbuds may be just what you need. These noise masking earbuds play soothing sounds to lull you to sleep, but does it justify the hefty price tag?

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Common MacBook problems and how to fix them

Got MacBook problems? We've got the fixes you need. Our list goes over the most frequent issues that MacBook owners face, what they mean, and the steps you can take to troubleshoot -- and what you should do next.

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Here’s how to return Amazon merchandise to Kohl’s stores

Hate to pack and ship your Amazon returns? Now Kohl's stores will do the hard work for you. You don't need a printer, boxes or shipping material. All you need is a QR code from Amazon's website. Here's how.

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Luna Display envisions potential foldable Mac screens with concept images

Concept images developed by Luna Display show the display technology company's take on how a foldable Mac screen would look and function. The images were released this week via a blog post on the Luna Display website.

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Grab an AMD RX 580 for just $170 in Best Buy’s flash AMD sale

If you want a new AMD CPU or GPU, now is a great time to buy. Best Buy has slashed prices on its most popular AMD graphics cards and processors, offering fantastic deals like the RX 580 at just $170.

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Avengers: Endgame is well on its way to becoming the biggest movie of all time

Best opening weekend ever. Fastest movie to make over $1 billion at the global box office. Profitable in just five days. Avengers: Endgame is on a roll, and not a single record seems to be out of its reach.

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The best sedans for 2019

Even in a time of crossover mania, sedans remain the best choice for most car buyers. These daily-driver heroes combine practicality and efficiency, while managing to leave plenty of room for tech.

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Steve King Tells Iowans Hit By Flooding Not to Worry Because Maybe All That Rain Will Make Deserts Green

On Tuesday, parts of downtown Davenport, Iowa dramatically flooded after temporary flood barriers failed to stave off the gushing Mississippi River—which has crested to near record-setting levels in parts of Iowa and Illinois after hard-hitting snowfall this winter and heavy rain (such as that bomb cyclone in March).…

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Samuel R. Delany on His Legacy, Creativity, and 'Promiscuously Autobiographical' Work

Writer Samuel R. Delany professes confusion at the kinds of titles his audience has sometimes attributed to him—in a Facebook post last year, he mentioned that some considered him a sort of Grand Marshall of Sci-Fi, and wondered what it meant.

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Five Things You Should Pack For All Those Weddings You Have Coming Up

Wedding season approaches! For a lot of people, late spring and summer means a lot of traveling for weddings — and bridal showers, and bachelor parties, and and and and and! Which means packing things like suits and fancy dresses and shoes that aren’t sneakers. Also, you probably want to look good at all these events,…

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Qualcomm Scored $4.5 Billion or More in Settlement With Apple

Semiconductor and telecommunications equipment manufacturer Qualcomm said on Wednesday it will take home a one-time payment of between $4.5 billion to $4.7 billion from its settlement with tech giant Apple over the next quarter, the New York Times reported.

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Because You Can Never Have Too Many Gorgeous Star Wars Posters

Honestly, gorgeous Star Wars art is a dime a dozen. It’s everywhere, from the original theatrical one-sheets up to the most recent limited edition offerings and more. And yet, we can’t get enough of it. It’s just so damned pleasing to look at, and these new posters by John Guydo certainly fit that bill.

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Fully Automated Warehouses Are a Decade Away, Amazon Says

Amazon recently came under fire when the Verge revealed it used a system that automatically determines the productivity levels of its warehouse workforce, and terminates laggards if they’re too slow to move packages. It was yet another sign that automation was taking over at the retail giant, and a particularly…

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The Best Suits For Every Wedding Dress Code

Even at the ripe old age of “It’s none of your business,” I still get excited for wedding season each year. At this point, I’ve sat, stood, danced, drank, picked at a piece of chicken, and waved a sparkler at more weddings than I can count. And I’ve loved each one because—what can I say?—I love love and love getting…

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