Wednesday, 28 February 2018

Evidence of first stars' light hints at dark space mystery - CNET

Astronomers see signs of the first light from the universe's earliest stars, but one find hints at darker forces at work shortly after the Big Bang.

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Equifax possibly profiting off data breach, Sen. Warren says - CNET

After introducing legislation targeting credit bureaus' bottom lines, the Massachusetts senator says, "Equifax is still making money off their own breach."

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Overwatch's new hero, Brigitte Lindholm, is a tanky support - CNET

Torbjorn's daughter looks like a smaller Reinhardt who can heal. She's live on the popular game's public test servers.

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Giant Australian funnel web spider gets named 'Colossus' - CNET

Yikes. The Australian Reptile Park adopted a venomous funnel-web spider so big it had to be named fittingly.

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Toyota's ad agency builds paper Camry interior, stuffs it in a magazine - Roadshow

Saatchi & Saatchi teamed up with Structural Graphics to design one of the most elaborate magazine inserts ever.

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Toyota claims record-setting efficiency for new engine - Roadshow

It's part of a wider release covering all corners of the powertrain.

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Volvo launches tech fund to invest in startups, doubles down on tech - Roadshow

Volvo is trying to hook them while they're young, getting involved with tech startup companies at earlier stages to maximise its investment.

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Google brings Hangouts Chat, its Slack competitor, to all - CNET

Now any corporate customer signed up to G Suite can use the new messaging app with dedicated chat rooms.

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Twitter granting Bookmarks feature to all users today - CNET

Tired of using likes to save tweets for later? Twitter’s heard your pleas for a better solution.

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Energizer's enormous phone will have an enormous battery - CNET

Like Energizer's long-lasting bunny, the company's P16K Pro phone promises a battery that will keep going and going.

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5G is coming sooner than you might think (The 3:59, Ep. 362) - CNET

Chatting about 5G deployments, the Asus Zenfone 5 and 5Z and Amazon's purchase of Ring.

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Roomba with a saw: Robot system does dangerous carpentry - CNET

Afraid of circular saws? Let MIT's AutoSaw mobile robots do all the wood cutting for your custom furniture projects.

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Haier's Asu smartwatch has a projector... but why? - CNET

Its practical use isn't quite clear, but the Haier Asu hides a tiny projector that uses your hand as the screen.

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Faraday Future FF 91 could cost $315,000 in China - Roadshow

Its 2-million-yuan price tag would be at the upper limit of what CEO Jia Yueting said it would cost when it debuted.

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Galaxy S9 deal: Bring the phone to US Mobile and save $200 - CNET

The carrier will take $200 off 12 months' worth of whatever service plan you choose! Plus: a cheap fix for spotty streaming-stick performance, another arc-lighter deal and your chance to win an LG V30.

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Rome wants to ban diesels by 2024 to help reduce congestion, pollution - Roadshow

Pollution isn't just bad for the air, it's also bad for the timeless monuments scattered around the city.

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McLaren Senna bares it all in Geneva with carbon-fiber look - Roadshow

Not your style? Not a problem, because the whole run is sold out.

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Fitbit's next smartwatch could be coming soon - CNET

Rumors of a more affordable watch and what look like leaked images suggest a budget version of its Ionic watch.

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This guy is selling his vintage computer collection on Twitter - CNET

Want a bunch of old computers? Benj Edwards is selling his collection on Twitter.

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BMW teases sleek new coupe for Geneva - Roadshow

It could be the 8 Series, or it could be the M8, or it could be something entirely different. For once, it's a mystery.

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Apple Watch Series 3 now tracks skiing and snowboarding - CNET

Budding Olympians can monitor their downhill runs with Apple's newest wearable, following an update.

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Hyundai Kona Electric packs epic EV range - Roadshow

For a small crossover, its estimated range figures are well beyond that of its competitors -- if it were to come to the US, that is.

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The Porsche 718 Cayman GTS gets everything just right - Roadshow

If you could drive around with your fingers in your ears the 718 Cayman GTS could be the perfect Porsche. The Sound however, does leave something to be desired.

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Up close with Google Clips - CNET

Our high-quality photos of Google's intelligent camera.

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Ford's self-driving cars bring a different kind of fiesta to Miami - Roadshow

The automaker will have two separate projects running in Miami to both flesh out its AV platform and see how the public reacts to 'self-driving' delivery vehicles.

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Tuesday, 27 February 2018

Here's why an electric Tesla needs an oil dipstick - Roadshow

Not everything your Tesla dealer uses to keep your EV in top shape is high-tech.

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Amazon acquires Ring in a bid to own your doorway - CNET

Amazon now owns the maker of the Ring Video Doorbell.

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F1 TV offers live streaming service for 2018 season, finally - Roadshow

F1 is finally getting its digital ducks in a row and offering a comprehensive, feature-rich livestreaming option for its races.

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Best Netflix series for March 2018 📺 - CNET

Warning: not safe for productivity.

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Apple hires M. Night Shyamalan to produce a new series - CNET

The show will be a 10-episode psychological thriller.

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Google hopes for fresher, faster phone apps with Flutter - CNET

The tech giant releases the first beta of a tool designed to make life easier for programmers writing for Android, iPhones -- and Google's new Fuchsia OS.

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Mark Hamill in 'Guardians of the Galaxy'? Fans force the issue - CNET

Are the galaxies colliding? A fan connects the Star Wars star and "Guardians" director James Gunn on Twitter, and a meet-up appears to be next.

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Asus Zenfone 5 is an iPhone X on the cheap - CNET

Sure, it looks identical to Apple's phone. But is that such a bad thing?

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Barack Obama warns Facebook and Google to check themselves - CNET

"They're not just an invisible platform, they're shaping our culture in powerful ways."

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Facebook: Trump campaign paid more for ads than Clinton campaign - CNET

The executive who used to run the company's ads department releases information on how much each campaign spent during the 2016 US presidential election.

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Uber's corporate culture fixer is now leaving - CNET

Frances Frei, the Harvard Business School professor hired nine months ago to work on the beleaguered company's culture, is departing. That was fast.

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2018 Geneva Motor Show preview: Something for everyone - Roadshow

The hills are alive with new EVs, crossovers and sports cars this year.

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Woz: A bad person stole my Bitcoins - CNET

Commentary: The Apple co-founder says he was curious about this supposedly pure currency. Humans, though, aren't so pure.

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Asus CEO on ZenFone 5 vs. iPhone X: Our notch is slimmer - CNET

The ZenFone 5 will also be more affordable than its rival, says Asus CEO Jerry Shen.

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Hyundai Kona Electric: All the details you need to know - Roadshow

With its larger, optional battery, the Kona Electric has an estimated range of 292 miles.

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New video game label required for in-game purchases - CNET

The label will warn of any video game element that needs to be bought with real-world currency.

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The Cat S61 is tough, versatile and can see inside walls - CNET

Sure, Bullitt's Cat S61 makes calls, but how often do you see a phone with a thermal-imaging camera and an air quality sensor? CNET takes a closer look.

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Comcast bids $31 billion for Sky TV, undermining Fox - CNET

The US cable TV giant wants to buy Sky, a major European television company, in a $31 billion deal that would swipe Sky out from under 21st Century Fox.

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The Asus ZenFone 5 aims to take on the iPhone X - CNET

The next Asus ZenFone brings AI features and an all-screen look.

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Democrats introduce resolution to stop net neutrality repeal - CNET

The clock is ticking. Democrats in Congress have only a couple of months to save the 2015 net neutrality rules.

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Asus unveils 3 new Zenfone 5 models: Watch live from MWC Barcelona - CNET

Asus is unveiling new Zenfone 5 models in Barcelona. Follow along live.

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NASA floating 'happy' spacesuits to fight astronaut depression - CNET

Space can take a toll on astronauts' mental health, but new spacesuit technology aims to help ward off the blues.

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The Land Rover Explore is your adventuring phone - CNET

Come rain, hail, sleet or snow, Bullitt's Land Rover Explore should withstand the elements and help you find you way home.

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Any aliens on exoplanet Proxima b likely wiped out last year - CNET

Astronomers caught the star Proxima Centauri unleashing a massive flare that raises serious doubts about life on its lone confirmed orbiting planet.

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Coinbase tells 13,000 customers their data will go to IRS - CNET

The bitcoin exchange notifies customers targeted by a tax-avoidance probe their data will go to the tax agency within three weeks.

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An iPhone X clone called the S9 spotted at MWC - CNET

What the what? Leagoo's new phone does its best to rip off both Apple and Samsung at the same time.

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A federal appeals court reaffirms FTC as internet cop - CNET

The decision clears up questions over whether the FTC has the authority to go after broadband providers it believes are treating consumers unfairly.

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Driverless cars could hit California roads as soon as April - Roadshow

New DMV regulations mean companies can road test autonomous cars that don't have a driver behind the wheel.

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Ancient mammoth DNA could help save threatened elephants - CNET

Could elephant-mammoth hybrids roam the tundra? Researchers analyze the genes of several elephant species, and find genes from their extinct ancestors could help save them.

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Apple’s iCloud gets a boost from erstwhile enemy Google - CNET

Apple's Steve Jobs once promised thermonuclear war on Google's Android. Now, his company appears more willing to do business with its rival.

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Galaxy S9 vs. Nokia 8 Sirocco specs: The two flashiest phones at MWC 2018 - CNET

With its luxe looks and barely-there bezel, Nokia's latest marquee phone managed to steal some of the Galaxy S9's spotlight.

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McDonald's Szechuan sauce burns 'Rick and Morty' fans, again - CNET

One more time, fans on Twitter are fried over problems getting the "Rick and Morty"-endorsed dipping sauce.

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Nissan Altima to take a grip on all-wheel drive - Roadshow

The next-generation sedan takes to the stage in New York next month, and it sounds like it'll be packing a surprise.

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Apple welcomes Galaxy S9 with 'switch to iPhone' campaign - CNET

Commentary: New Cupertino ads claim it's easy to switch to iPhone and the device is more secure and offers better customer support than its competitors.

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2019 GMC Sierra will debut on March 1 - Roadshow

Expect two V8s, a diesel I6 and plenty of chrome.

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Parkland shooting survivor has more Twitter followers than NRA - CNET

Emma González, one of the outspoken students who survived a Florida high school shooting, is using Twitter to find an audience.

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Speck's sporty new iPhone case has germaphobes covered - CNET

With the Presidio Sport, Speck has created its first iPhone case with antimicrobial technology and a soft-to-the-touch finish.

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'Wreck-It Ralph 2' teaser blames him for breaking the internet - CNET

Looks like the video game-themed hero is making a much bigger mess in the sequel.

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LED 101: Your cheat sheet for the light bulb aisle - CNET

Buying light bulbs isn't as simple as it used to be -- but don't worry, we're here to help.

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Enter to win* one of five LG V30s - CNET

Five lucky readers can take home the unlocked version of the V30, courtesy of LG. This giveaway ends March 4, 2018.

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This massive 400GB microSD card will cost you $300 - CNET

Western Digital came to Mobile World Congress with a huge, fast and ultra-durable memory card.

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Feds might have tool to break into latest iPhone, report says - CNET

Israeli-based Cellebrite, a security contractor to US law enforcement agencies, claims to have a new tool for unlocking almost any iPhone, according to Forbes.

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Apple may be prepping its biggest iPhone ever - CNET

A big "iPhone X Plus"-style phone would be one of three new Apple devices, Bloomberg reports.

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Aston Martin made money for the first time in eight years - Roadshow

The British grand-touring luxo-rocket manufacturer has managed to climb out of its money pit and may be going public.

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John Deere debuts one-handed, 30-second oil change system - Roadshow

The tractor manufacturer is offering Easy Change prefilled oil filters for certain lawn tractors to ease maintenance for inexperienced and laissez-faire owners.

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Your smartphone may be ruining your dinner out - CNET

Hold the side of smartphone, please. A study says your phone could be sapping the enjoyment out of mealtimes with family and friends.

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MWC 2018: All the phones and gadgets announced so far - CNET

Need a TL;DR for the biggest mobile industry conference going on right now? Here are all the top gadgets from Barcelona.

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You've never seen a phone camera like Vivo's Apex concept - CNET

Plus, superthin bezels and a next-gen fingerprint scanner.

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Monday, 26 February 2018

Nope, those new Nokia phones aren't coming to the US this year - CNET

HMD Global wants Nokia to be a top five phone player within three to five years. Absence from the US, though, won't help.

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Fiat Chrysler to reportedly cease diesel car production by 2022 - Roadshow

Following declining sales in the wake of VW's emissions scandal, FCA will apparently stop offering passenger cars that fill up at diesel pumps.

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The most powerful gaming laptops, ranked - CNET

From dual-GPU big-screen monsters to slim mainstream laptops that sneak in discrete Nvidia graphics, these are the top performing gaming laptops we've tested in the CNET Labs.

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Samsung's Galaxy S9 launch sprinkled 'AR magic' into my hands - CNET

This is what it's like to attend one of the biggest tech events and the marquee conference at the Mobile World Congress trade show.

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Best horror movies on Netflix for March 2018 💀 - CNET

All the best that the screaming -- er, streaming service has to offer through March.

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How the Galaxy S9 marks a big coverage boost for T-Mobile - CNET

Samsung's latest flagship phone is one of the first to tap into new spectrum being deployed by the US carrier.

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A pill promising gamers a mental boost is hard to swallow - CNET

GodMode says it can give your brain a boost, but research to back up its claim is lacking.

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CBS Sports HQ launches 24-hour streaming TV sports network - CNET

The sports channel is free to watch with advertising. It debuts ahead of a for-pay ESPN service, which Disney is planning for the spring.

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Samsung debuts Trade Up app for S9 trade-ins in Singapore - CNET

Got a spanking new Galaxy S9? The app lets you run diagnostic tests before turning your old devices for cash.

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Galaxy S9, retro Matrix phone and more: MWC 2018 so far - CNET

Here are all the new phones from Samsung, Nokia, Sony and others. We round up everything you missed from Mobile World Congress this weekend.

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Best mobile games of 2018 - CNET

Looking for a new game to play on your phone or tablet? Here are our picks of the best mobile games.

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Gold! 5 best social-media memes of the 2018 Winter Olympics - CNET

Commentary: From kids licking cameras to relatives shotgunning beers to Mario winning gold, it was an Olympics to remember.

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'Black Panther' blows past $100 million for second weekend - CNET

Second verse, same as the first: Only "The Force Awakens" had a better second weekend in theaters than T'Challa and his kingdom.

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Alexa lands in more Lenovo Yoga laptops - CNET

The Alexa smart assistant and new GPU options come to the Yoga 730, while the new Flex 14 is a slim 2-in-1 for less.

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Sony Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact go big on cool camera tech - CNET

Sony's flagship XZ2 packs a heap of exciting camera tech, while the XZ2 Compact brings the power but not the size.

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The Canon EOS M50's design offers no surprises - CNET

The design of the company's middle-of-the-line mirrorless has a lot in common with the Rebels.

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Apple's moving celebration of marriage equality in new iPhone X ad - CNET

Commentary: Australia recently made same-sex marriage legal, so Apple presents some First Dances from the first Australian LGBTQ weddings.

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This phone's camera pops up to take your selfie -- for reals - CNET

The Apex can also read two fingerprints you scan on-screen.

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Samsung's first Galaxy S9 ad doesn't think very different - CNET

Commentary: It's happy, the music is snappy, but the first Galaxy S9 ad doesn't show much imagination.

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LG V30S ThinQ brings AI smarts to a familiar face - CNET

LG didn't unveil a new G-series phone to Mobile World Congress, but it did take last year's LG V30 and give it a bit more.

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Sunday, 25 February 2018

Watch a power bank catch fire in plane's overhead bin - CNET

Commentary: A video from a China Southern flight shows a flight attendant trying to douse flames coming from a portable charger in a carry-on.

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Galaxy S9 is $720, but you'll pay more on Verizon and AT&T - CNET

The Galaxy S9's prices and discounts are all over the place, depending on where you buy it. Let us help you sort it all out.

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MWC inadvertently sparks Catalan independence protest - CNET

King Felipe VI of Spain visited the city for the tech show for the first time since last year's independence referendum. Not everyone was happy to see him.

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Nokia 1 brings Android Go to your starter phone - CNET

The ultra-affordable Nokia 1 has basic features, an easy-to-use design and Google's slimmed-down software, Android Go.

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Russian spies reportedly hacked Winter Olympics - CNET

And they tried to make it look like North Korea did it, according to The Washington Post.

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Galaxy S9 specs vs. Note 8, S8: What's new - CNET

Take a look at how Samsung's Galaxy S9 stacks up against its predecessors.

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Samsung mobile CEO: Our foldable phone is no gimmick - CNET

DJ Koh, head of Samsung's mobile business, also tells CNET he plans to launch the Bixby-powered speaker later this year.

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Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus vs. iPhone X, Pixel 2 XL - CNET

How do Samsung's latest flagship phones stack up against its Apple and Google rivals?

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Nokia 8110 4G reboots the phone from 'The Matrix'. Woah - CNET

The classic '90s "banana phone" is back with 4G and apps on board. Keanu would be proud.

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Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus cameras: Everything you need to know - CNET

We've played with Samsung's flagship new phones and here's what's new: AR Emoji, changing apertures, super slow mo and dual camera is Plus only.

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Huawei Matebook X Pro sets sights on the MacBook Pro at MWC - CNET

Huawei's latest laptop adds more ports and privacy features.

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Nokia 8 Sirocco is the swanky flagship we've been waiting for - CNET

With its curving glass and waterproof design, the Nokia 8 Sirocco gives us a lot to be excited about.

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Samsung's Galaxy S9 isn't blowing you away? Just you wait - CNET

Samsung may be playing it safe by focusing on the GS9's camera, but it likely will take bigger risks later this year.

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BlackBerry Mobile has lofty ambitions for comeback. No, really - CNET

A high-level BlackBerry Mobile exec says he wants to capture at least 3 percent of the premium phone market in the next few years. Analysts are naturally skeptical.

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Galaxy S9, S9 Plus trade-in: Get up to $350 for your old phone - CNET

If you're interested in getting the new Galaxy S9 or S9 Plus, Samsung can give you cash back for your old phone.

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MWC 2018: All the phones and gadgets announced so far - CNET

Need a TL;DR for the biggest mobile industry conference going on right now? Here are all the top gadgets from Barcelona.

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Galaxy S9 vs. Galaxy S9 Plus: What's the difference? - CNET

Size, cameras, battery capacity, price and more.

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Samsung DeX Pad turns the Galaxy S9 into a touchpad PC at MWC - CNET

Samsung is still betting there's a future in the phone-based evolution of computers.

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The Turbo Encabulator's long, weird and very funny history - Roadshow

How an engineering in-joke has survived, influenced culture and remained funny for more than 70 years.

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Apple said to be prepping high-end over-ear headphones - CNET

Commentary: Apple commentator Ming-Chi Kuo says the "all-new" headphones may appear in the fall, Apple Insider reports.

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Nokia 6 and 7 Plus rock metal jackets and stripped-back Android - CNET

The two affordable phones use simplified Android One software, which has no manufacturer tweaks on board.

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ZTE Blade V9 and V9 Vita put larger screens on budget phones - CNET

Android Oreo 8.1, 18:9 displays, and lower-light improved cameras aim to make the new Blade a better buy, but competition could be fierce.

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ZTE's first Android Go phone, Tempo Go, costs $80 - CNET

Super-affordable budget Android phones like the Tempo Go could redefine the bottom end of the phone market.

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Huawei MediaPad M5 tablets were made for video obsessives - CNET

Coming in 8.4- and 10.8-inch models, the tablets are primed for watching video.

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Apple iCloud security change in China raises privacy questions - CNET

Apple is moving encryption keys for China-based users' data from the US to the Asian country. Some say that's bad for dissidents. Apple says the keys are safe.

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The LG V30S ThinQ phone is the V30 with better memory and AI - CNET

The smartphone is part of LG's new strategy of offering more frequent, minor upgrades to flagship devices.

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Did Samsung just accidentally release a Galaxy S9 launch video? - CNET

Commentary: In what seems like a painful faux pas, the three-minute, business-oriented video is making its way across YouTube.

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Prophet Isaiah's 'signature' may have been found on clay seal - CNET

But damage to the inscription removes the final letter that would have spelled out "prophet," so we may never know.

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Dropbox IPO filing shows more than $1B in annual revenue - CNET

The company, one of the first of the Silicon Valley unicorns, says it has 11 million paying subscribers out of 500 million total registered users.

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'Black Panther 2': Kendrick Lamar wants to play a villain - CNET

Rapper who curated and produced the blockbuster film's soundtrack says Erik Killmonger was "misunderstood."

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Ghostbusters World AR game looks like a spirited Pokemon Go - CNET

If you've had a dose of a freaky ghost, baby, you better play... this new ghost-capturing mobile game from Sony. Watch out, Slimer.

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World’s best headphones converge in NYC jamboree - CNET

The Audiophiliac samples a bevy of uber headphones and comes away with an even greater appreciation of the art of headphone design.

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Saturday, 24 February 2018

How to stop worrying about speaker impedance - CNET

The Audiophiliac and ELAC’s speaker designer Andrew Jones set out to demystify speaker impedance.

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5 Best Picture Oscar winners you can watch on Netflix - CNET

There’s no better time than awards season to look back on the classics. Check out all the films that have won the Academy Award for Best Picture on Netflix.

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These LED bulbs offer 100 watts worth of light: Which is best? - CNET

100-watt replacement LEDs like these are plenty bright and surprisingly affordable. Let's put them to the test.

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How 'Early Man' mixes painstaking puppetry with a little CG - CNET

Wallace and Gromit creator Nick Park talks us through Aardman's stop-motion creative process.

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Doom on the Switch shows motion controls still have a place - CNET

Or, how I learned to stop flailing and love the Joy-Con.

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This TV sound bar uses phone tech to aim audio at your ears - CNET

The prototype from the mobile mavens at Qualcomm borrows from Wi-Fi technology to find the sweet spot.

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Facebook says it 'failed' by presenting VR shooting demo at CPAC - CNET

Commentary: The social network removes the game and acknowledges it should have reconsidered presenting it at the big conservative conference.

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Tesla installs 300 Powerwalls to give Hawaiian school kids AC - Roadshow

The governor of Hawaii issued a challenge to the Hawaii State Department of Education to cool its kids without running up energy bills, and Tesla's Powerwall was the answer.

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Airbnb will expand 'experiences' to 1,000 cities this year - CNET

The lodgings company added day trips and excursions a year ago. Now it says it's putting its "foot on the gas."

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Making is now part of the AirBnB experience - CNET

Making is now part of the AirBnB experience

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Tesla tax credits will start to phase out once 200,000th car delivered - Roadshow

The $7,500 federal tax credit for EV buyers will dry up in phases once automakers cross the 200,000-vehicle mark.

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Jim Henson's 'Labyrinth' returning to theaters for three days - CNET

Late rocker David Bowie memorably played the Goblin King in the 1986 fantasy cult classic.

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'Black Panther' villain lives with his parents: So what? - CNET

Actor Michael B. Jordan , who plays Killmonger in the blockbuster film, isn't ashamed of his family ties or his anime fandom.

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Infowars YouTube account is two strikes away from a ban - CNET

The Alex Jones Channel, Infowars' biggest YouTube account, has one strike against it for a school shooting conspiracy video, according to a report.

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Friday, 23 February 2018

FCC chairman gets NRA award for repealing net neutrality - CNET

The NRA bestows its "Charlton Heston Courage Under Fire Award" on Ajit Pai for withstanding criticism over his push to end net neutrality regulations.

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Homeland Security's tall order: A hacker-free election - CNET

Jeanette Manfra, the top cybersecurity official at DHS, tells CNET about all the ways hackers can sow chaos in this year's primaries and midterm elections.

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Volvo will expand T6 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid to other models - Roadshow

Future electric components will be "pioneered" by Polestar.

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Ex-Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer heckles Stephen Curry, fails - CNET

Commentary: Ballmer thinks he can distract the world's best NBA shooter. It was reminiscent of his battles with Apple.

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An Instant Pot multicooker is melting -- but not the one you think - CNET

Instant Pot warns its Facebook community that its Gem multicookers could overheat and melt.

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Geely to buy $9B Daimler stake, report says - Roadshow

It would make Volvo's parent company the largest investor in Mercedes-Benz's parent company.

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NASA spots Mars' lumpy potato-like moons - CNET

NASA's 2001 Mars Odyssey spacecraft catches sight of Mars' weird little moons in a fun animated GIF.

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Samsung Galaxy S9: 2018 launch date, specs, price and everything else we know - CNET

On Sunday we'll learn how the Galaxy S9 stacks up against the iPhone X.

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'The Tick' bites back on Amazon with a solid second half - CNET

The final six episodes of "The Tick" reboot's first season are here, and they're proof even a resistant Tick purist can be converted.

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'Annihilation' director wove memory into a dream-like movie - CNET

Alex Garland tells us why he loves to "subvert" the sci-fi genre, won’t make VR films and can’t get enough of video games.

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2019 Audi A6 teases new look, new tech - Roadshow

It could debut as early as the Geneva Motor Show in March.

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Hennessey's 1,600-hp Venom F5 heads to Geneva - Roadshow

It debuted at SEMA, but since nobody important goes to that, it's going to a proper auto show, too.

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Apple's wireless AirPower mat could debut next month - CNET

Apple's own charge-your-Apple-gadgets mat might arrive soon, according to reports.

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Nissan Easy Ride brings autonomous taxis to the public in Japan - Roadshow

It's only operating along a single set route for now, but Nissan envisions it growing into a whole ecosystem.

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Google Assistant will soon know two dozen more languages - CNET

The voice assistant will be available in more than 30 languages in all by year's end.

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Google makes its AR search tool Lens available for your phone, too - CNET

Google Lens moves beyond Pixel and into phones from Samsung, LG and more -- making it easy to learn more about your world just by pointing your phone’s camera.

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Heads-up: Google's official AR apps are coming to these phones - CNET

Play Ghostbusters in the real world -- or anything else an app developer dreams up.

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Huawei's RoadReader lets a phone power a driverless car - CNET

The demonstration is all about showing off Huawei's Mate 10 AI.

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Print all the 3D things with the Monoprice Select Mini V2 for $179.99 - CNET

That's an extra $40 off this already super-cheap, and surprisingly decent, 3D printer. Plus: three bonus deals!

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The Porsche 911 will always have a steering wheel - Roadshow

Porsche talks electricity and autonomy while simultaneously teasing the next-gen 911.

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Netflix's lumbering sci-fi 'Mute' ends up lost for words - CNET

Review: Flashes of cyberpunk imagination and Paul Rudd's M*A*S*H-tache aren't enough to give the film a voice.

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'Annihilation': Is the 'New Weird' too weird for Hollywood? - CNET

Commentary: Paramount decided the Natalie Portman film couldn't work as a broad release. The issue may be book author Jeff VanderMeer's take on the genre.

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Galaxy S9 should be insanely fast: Snapdragon 845 speed test - CNET

We ran 12 tests on the Snapdragon 845 processor to find out.

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Hennessey wants to tame your Demon with its new Exorcist Camaro - Roadshow

Texas tuner tries to top Dodge's Demon in a horsepower hootenanny at the Continental Tire Uvalde Proving grounds.

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Thursday, 22 February 2018

Szechuan sauce will be at all US McDonald's on Monday - CNET

"Rick and Morty" made the discontinued dipping sauce a cult favorite, and now the fast-food chain is promising 20 million packets.

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Twitter sheds happy tears over Olympic gold-medal hockey game - CNET

Miracles on ice can come more than once in a lifetime.

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LG to unveil new K8 and K10 phones - CNET

The new devices will be revealed at Mobile World Congress later this month.

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Land Rover's Explore phone won't flake out on a mountain hike - CNET

Like the outdoors? Like your technology to function properly in the outdoors? Take a look at the Land Rover Explore with AR, crazy battery and premium maps to boot.

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Star Wars Episode IX: 'We have a script,' says J.J. Abrams - CNET

The final film in the sequel trilogy will begin filming at the end of July for its planned 2019 release.

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How will 'Game of Thrones' end? Maisie Williams knows all - CNET

Actress who plays Arya Stark gets in a Donald Trump joke while discussing the HBO hit show's series finale.

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Star Wars star gets star: Mark Hamill makes Walk of Fame - CNET

Luke Skywalker's come a long way from Tatooine. The actor who plays him will be honored on a famed L.A. landmark.

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Rugged Cat S61 phone can see through walls and then some - CNET

With advanced thermal imaging tech, laser-assisted distance measuring and an air motoring sensor, the Cat S61 is one seriously high-tech phone.

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New Hyundai Santa Fe to spawn hybrid variant - Roadshow

Don't look for an electrified new-generation Santa Fe to hit dealers soon, though.

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2019 Hyundai Santa Fe goes edgy, gets a diesel - Roadshow

This popular SUV gains a dramatic new look and a brace of serious new tech -- plus a surprise powertrain option.

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Ford's US president departs due to 'inappropriate behavior' - Roadshow

The long-serving Ford executive has been terminated based on the findings of an internal investigation into his behavior.

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Ex-Google engineer's lawsuit says liberal views got him fired - CNET

The lawsuit follows a suit filed last month by James Damore, author of the infamous “Google Memo.”

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SEC urges clearer disclosures about cybersecurity risks - CNET

Updated guidance offers suggestions on how and when public companies should disclose breaches and risks.

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Musk stepping down from OpenAI board to avoid conflict - CNET

The AI company Elon Musk co-founded two years says the move will "eliminate a potential future conflict."

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FCC to officially publish net neutrality repeal Thursday - CNET

Once the agency publishes its order repealing the 2015 rules, it starts the clock for legal challenges and last-ditch congressional action to preserve the old regulation.

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Porsche is letting its diesel past die, killing it even - Roadshow

The German manufacturer is saying goodbye to its oil-burners and hello to electrons.

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Alto's Odyssey might be the perfect game sequel - CNET

Snowman's sequel to the already amazing Alto's Adventure from 2015 has finally arrived, and new tricks, new scenery and an amazing soundtrack make it worth the wait.

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Broadcom and Qualcomm still jousting over buyout price - CNET

Qualcomm says a revised acquisition offer from Broadcom makes a bad deal worse. A successful buyout would create a chip behemoth.

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Tim Cook: Apple doesn't follow other companies - CNET

Commentary: In an interview with Fast Company, Apple's CEO insists that what other companies do is irrelevant to Cupertino.

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Bill Gates doesn't know how much Rice-A-Roni costs - CNET

Talk-show host Ellen DeGeneres quizzes the Microsoft co-founder on grocery store prices. Man knows his dental floss.

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Signal app for private chats gets $50M boost from WhatsApp VIP - CNET

WhatsApp co-founder and former Facebooker Brian Acton is putting millions into the encrypted-chat app and will head up a new foundation devoted to furthering privacy.

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BYU's women-in-math session poster features, oh, all men - CNET

Commentary: A Brigham Young University invitation for women to come and learn more about math has a singular focus. And it gives the math department a good laugh.

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Speed, not pothole, kills man in Detroit - Roadshow

That makes a bit more sense, but it doesn't make potholes any less dangerous this time of year.

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2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS is the most powerful one yet - Roadshow

Even standing still, it looks like it's setting fast lap times.

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Wednesday, 21 February 2018

The Nest Cam IQ Indoor is now also a Google Assistant speaker - CNET

A free software update turns your Nest Cam IQ Indoor into a Google Assistant speaker.

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Twitter says bot cleanup 'apolitical.' Conservatives outraged by #TwitterLockout - CNET

If a follower is a bot, was it ever really a follower? In a move it says is "without political bias," Twitter purged accounts that couldn't prove they're human.

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Facebook opens registration for F8, its annual developer confab - CNET

The social network’s big conference is where CEO Mark Zuckerberg gives his biggest speech of the year.

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At 'Black Panther' showings, activists are registering voters - CNET

T'Challa's world, and the huge crowds eager to visit it, inspire a voter-registration drive dubbed "Wakanda the Vote."

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9 'Black Panther' moments I can't stop thinking about - CNET

Commentary: CNET's Eric Franklin, a lifelong comics fan, will go back to the theater over and over to relive these parts of "Black Panther." Warning: Spoilers, and tears, ahead.

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Dogecoin: A cryptocurrency joke that somehow turned real - CNET

Here's how Dogecoin went from a joke equivalent of bitcoin to one of the world's most valuable cryptocurrencies -- before it all came crashing down.

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Florida shooting conspiracy theories trend on YouTube, Facebook - CNET

Conspiracy theories surrounding the Florida school shooting are spreading rapidly on Facebook and, at one point, propelled a video to the top-trending spot on YouTube.

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Mercedes-AMG GT sedan looks hot (literally) in pre-Geneva teasers - Roadshow

Bright green flames are an interesting choice for camouflage.

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Yes, Volvo will do a new V60 Cross Country - Roadshow

Volvo tells us there will absolutely be a Cross Country version of the new V60.

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2019 Volvo S60 reveal set for South Carolina this summer - Roadshow

Fitting, since that's where the new sedans will be produced.

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Blade Shadow tried to slay my PC, but it wasn’t ready - CNET

For $35 a month, the beta version of this game streaming service needs to stop tripping over itself.

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV's 'Viewing Suite' lets you take it all in - Roadshow

It's just a set of chairs built into the cargo area, but I'm surprised nobody's done this before.

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Netflix 'Lost in Space' reboot teaser hints at disaster - CNET

"Danger, Will Robinson!" The date-announcement teaser for Netflix's "Lost in Space" remake features a creepy Robot voice.

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Smart devices could soon have their own cellular connections - CNET

Arm's Kigen software will allow for SIM cards in IoT devices, meaning they could get online without Wi-Fi, and eventually, maybe, through 5G.

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Tesla's cloud service hacked to mine cryptocurrency - Roadshow

The vulnerability has already been addressed, thankfully.

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Sling TV shoots to 2.2 million subscribers, making it king of the streams - CNET

Parent company Dish claims 47 percent growth during 2017.

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The 3:59 is celebrating its 359th podcast episode today - CNET

Here are the details on how to watch a super-deluxe edition of the daily podcast on Wednesday.

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Ferrari 488 Pista is a specialized track-day weapon - Roadshow

It's lighter and more powerful, which is par for the course for a special-edition Ferrari.

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2019 Volvo V60 is your new lustworthy plug-in wagon - Roadshow

Gorgeous, functional and packed with tech. Volvo's new longroof checks all the right boxes.

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Overwatch League makes the grade - CNET

In our first progress report, we grade the league's clarity, quality, consistency, accessibility and engagement.

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Give your Amazon Echo or Dot a makeover for 30 percent off - CNET

If Alexa isn't fitting well with your decor, wrap her in a lovely sleeve of Toast. Plus: return of the $10 label-maker!

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SpaceX satellite broadband test launch delayed to Thursday - CNET

It will be at least one more day before Elon Musk's planned "Starlink" global internet service gets off the ground aboard a Falcon 9 rocket.

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Citymapper Smart Ride is half-taxi, half-bus - Roadshow

The navigation app is launching a new flexible bus service, but says it's not setting itself up as a rival to Uber.

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Yes, there's an Alexa-connected heated jacket - CNET

Ministry of Supply's thermostat-equipped Mercury Intelligent Heated Jacket promises to be ready by next winter. Here's what it's like to wear.

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Miss your Windows phone? Try these phones and apps instead - CNET

We find the best replacements for your favorite features.

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6 Streetwear Brands on Fire with Millennials

Some fashion brands are better than others. That’s just a fact. And while you might be obsessed with Nike and Under Armour, does that mean they’re the best brands out there? No, it certainly doesn’t. And to be honest, those brands are trash compared to other street style companies that have been around a lot longer and made an actual influence on society. I’m not trying to piss anyone off, but here are the TRUE best streetwear brands in the game right now:

 

 

 

Supreme:

Supreme is by far one of the best streetwear brands out there. This skateboarding shop turned clothing brand, created by James Jebbia, started off as a small company in downtown Manhattan and quickly became a designers dreams. Thanks to collaborations with top luxury/streetwear brands like Louis Vuitton, Nike, and Kermit the Frog, Supreme is the brand people want to be wearing. Even celebrities like; Cara Delevingne and DJ Khaled have been pictured wearing this. Consumers don’t seem to have a problem dropping thousands of dollars if that means they get to rock a Supreme Louis Vuitton Bag (which sells for no less than $4,000, btw) and post a picture of it on Instagram.

The Louis Vuitton x Supreme-$7000-$14500

 

 

Supreme Box Logo Hoodie in Heather Grey: $800-$1450

 

 

 

 

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Tuesday, 20 February 2018

AT&T loses bid for White House communications in antritrust case - CNET

AT&T will not get access to communications between the DOJ and President Trump that it claims influenced the decision to block its $85 billion merger with Time Warner.

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The Galaxy S9 looks like this, according to these renders - CNET

If they're right, we're looking forward to the camera most.

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McDonald's Szechuan Sauce is coming back, but it might be a trap - CNET

Seriously McD's, stop toying with us. Either release The Sauce, or don't.

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How SpaceX plans to bring speedy broadband to the whole world - CNET

The first Starlink satellites are set to launch aboard a Falcon 9 on Wednesday. It could be the start of a whole new way to share Elon Musk memes.

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You can put this adorable Chewie down for a Star Wars nap - CNET

FurReal Friends Ultimate Co-pilot Chewbacca responds to your voice and touch and looks so cute when sleeping.

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See Boston Dynamics push its door-opening dog robot around - CNET

Humans are still in charge in a new video showing Boston Dynamics' SpotMini robo-dog getting yanked around with a hockey stick and a butt leash.

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2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS races into Geneva with 520 hp - Roadshow

It's got more of what matters -- NACA ducts, mostly.

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Robots may help patients with lung disease stick to treatment - CNET

A study suggests take-home robots can help patients with COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, stay on track.

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Life-size Infinity Gauntlet shows how Thanos fights Avengers - CNET

The powered-up role-playing item includes sounds from "Avengers: Infinity War," Infinity Stones and articulated fingers.

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Our Mobile World Congress preview show (The 3:59, Ep. 358) - CNET

We talk Samsung Galaxy S9 and 5G, as well as bitcoin and the "Free Money" guy from the '90s.

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Jeff Sessions: Cyber task force will tackle US' tech troubles - CNET

A week after the indictment of Russian nationals, the US attorney general requests a report on the risks of "the malicious use of technology."

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Waze rage is coming to a head on crowded streets - Roadshow

The backlash against the crowdsourced navigation leader is reaching critical mass. Brian Cooley investigates.

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All of the Galaxy S9 beans spilled in this latest leak - CNET

Everything from colors, camera upgrades to internal components are potentially exposed in this German report.

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Facebook exec apologizes for tweets about Mueller probe - CNET

The tweets came Friday. President Trump cited them Saturday. The apology came Monday.

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Lotus 3 Eleven 430 is a high-powered swan song for the way things were - Roadshow

No roof, minimal tech, lots of power and stunning looks make for one of the coolest Lotuses ever released.

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Self-driving EVs will affect oil demand by 2040, BP claims - Roadshow

BP has, apparently, finally come to terms with the idea of peak oil demand happening in the near future.

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Hennessey Exorcist Camaro is a 1,000-hp Demon destroyer - Roadshow

John Hennessey is going to force out your Demon with his new ZL1-based Exorcist Camaro, though priests and an audio system that plays "Tubular Bells" are not included.

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Star Wars Death Star cat cave lets the furce be with Fluffy - CNET

Keep your porg warm in a cozy pet cave that can also wrap your cat or dog in the warm embrace of the Death Star.

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Cute 'dumbo' octopus baby seen on video for the first time - CNET

If Dumbo was a tiny ocean-dwelling animal, he would look like this adorable and rare octopus hatchling that stars in a fascinating video.

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Fox News to launch a streaming TV service this year - CNET

Aimed at "superfans" of the cable news network, Fox News will roll out a standalone service that even pay-TV subscribers must cough up extra to watch.

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Samsung may reduce OLED production due to poor iPhone X sales - CNET

The company is reportedly cutting OLED production nearly in half.

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These smart displays show you the answers to your questions - CNET

Just like smart speakers, you can command these devices with your voice. Even better, they can use their screens to help illustrate their replies.

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Russian Twitter bots keep up attack after Florida shooting - CNET

After last week's school massacre, bots tied to Russian propaganda groups began sending gun-related tweets, even though Twitter has vowed to stop such efforts.

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Pothole kills man in Detroit - Roadshow

Well, the ensuing crash is what killed him, but it's the pothole's fault.

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2019 Volvo XC40 gets the top-level Inscription treatment - Roadshow

Driftwood inlays, a crystal gear lever and huge wheels are only part of this fancy updo.

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Nintendo Switch transformed into Linux tablet by hackers - CNET

Just in case you wanted to do something on your Nintendo Switch that wasn't playing the best games of 2017.

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Amazon Prime credit card now offers 5 percent back at Whole Foods - CNET

If you're a Prime member with a Prime credit card, Amazon would like to thank you for your loyalty with a new perk.

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What we know about dinosaurs will probably change - CNET

Everything we know about dinosaurs is connected to fossil records and, if the last decade is anything to go by, all of that could change dramatically over the next 20 years.

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Rutger Hauer wasn't a fan of 'Blade Runner 2049' - CNET

Hauer, who starred in the original, said in a new interview he knew Blade Runner 2049 "wasn't going to work."

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Steven Seagal has a cryptocurrency now. It's bad - CNET

Steven Seagal has become the official ambassador for Bitcoiin2Gen, a new cryptocurrency launching its Initial Coin Offering.

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Wikipedia ends data-free access for developing countries - CNET

Wikipedia Zero will shut down across 72 countries this year, ending zero-rated access to the online encyclopedia.

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Lucky Charms new unicorn marshmallow is a Twitter hit - CNET

The swirly, psychedelic new cereal piece is replacing the hourglass. In other news, Lucky Charms had an hourglass marshmallow?

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Apple updates operating systems to fix app-crashing bug - CNET

Bug causes apps running on iOS devices and Macs to crash when a certain Indian symbol was displayed.

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Pure magic! See Harry Potter's Hogwarts Great Hall in Lego - CNET

Still waiting for Hedwig to fly in with your Hogwarts acceptance letter? Buy your way into the famed wizarding school with this $100 playset.

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Samsung reveals soothing ringtone for Galaxy S9 - CNET

Commentary: You haven't seen the phone, but you can listen to what its default ringtone sounds like right now.

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Volvo XC40 adds 3-cylinder engine, fancy Inscription trim - Roadshow

You want a crystal gear lever in your compact crossover? You got it.

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Lego Millennium Falcon: How fast can you build the Kessel run? - CNET

Snap it together, fuzzball! A new playset tied to "Solo: A Star Wars Story" might reveal some movie spoilers.

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See a burnt Falcon Heavy booster in person this week - CNET

One of the recycled SpaceX Falcon 9 rockets that launched the historic Falcon Heavy system to space for the first time is hanging out at Kennedy Space Center for a few days.

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Monday, 19 February 2018

How to decide if a hybrid or electric vehicle is right for you - Roadshow

Roadshow’s ultimate guide to the wide world of hybrids, plug-ins, EVs and more.

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The Porsche 911 Carrera T suggests that paying more and getting less can make sense - Roadshow

There may be some seemingly large omissions in the Porsche 911 Carrera T, like any kind of infotainment system or even rear seats, but less can definitely be more.

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T'Challa rules: 'Black Panther' smashes box-office records - CNET

All hail the king: Marvel film is on track for a $218 million debut, destroying the previous record for a February opening.

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Organize and track your keys with the KeySmart Pro for $45 - CNET

This clever organizer includes a Tile tracker -- and solves Tile's biggest problem! Plus: another shot at a mobile charger.

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VW I.D. Vizzion concept brings a self-driving electric sedan to Geneva - Roadshow

This is the first concept in the I.D. lineup to rock a sedan body.

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5G will be less sizzle, more substance at MWC - CNET

Hype is starting to give way to reality, but the wireless industry still needs to finish ironing out the kinks for the next-gen wireless technology.

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Virgin Hyperloop One is coming to India - CNET

The proposed hyperloop track is designed to reduce travel time between the cities of Mumbai and Pune down to just 25 minutes.

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Facebook will use snail mail to verify US election ad buyers - CNET

Want to buy Facebook ads for a US election? Now you'll need a US mailing address to do so.

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Bitcoin for buying juice? Only in Australia - CNET

Australian juice company Boost is giving away four bitcoins -- one a week, for four weeks -- to those who buy some juice and enter a code in the Boost app.

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Sunday, 18 February 2018

Facebook proved popular with Russian election trolls - CNET

Social network singled out in indictment charging 13 Russians with interfering with the US election.

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Can Samsung still claim to be ahead of Apple? - CNET

Commentary: Samsung keeps insisting that Apple is always behind. With the release of the Galaxy S9, how true might that be?

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Jaguar Land Rover Activity Key wearable sales are hot - Roadshow

Shoppers are ponying up for this Fitbit-like RF-based wearable tech in surprising numbers.

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Dodge Demon hits 203 mph in about a minute - Roadshow

You'll need to do a couple things to make your own Demon capable of that speed, though.

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Ford GT sale puts John Cena in a legal cage match - Roadshow

It's now up to the courts to decide whether wrestling star John Cena can sell his new Ford GT supercar for a healthy profit.

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Why Microsoft should scrap Bing and call it Microsoft Search - CNET

Commentary: Recently, Microsoft began to feature its own name on Bing Translator. Perhaps it's time for the Bing brand to be retired.

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How a $20 bitcoin buy led to a multiyear hassle - CNET

Commentary: My encounter with a bitcoin ATM four years ago turned $20 into a saga of frustration, forgetfulness and jackpots won and lost.

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Google's firing of James Damore was legal, labor board says - CNET

The US National Labor Relations Board says Google fired the author of a controversial diversity memo not to silence a dissenter, but over "unprotected discriminatory statements."

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Sennheiser’s ultimate ‘ear bud’ - CNET

The Sennheiser IE800 S throws a party for your ears.

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Magical interactive Harry Potter wands swing into toy fair - CNET

Unleash your inner wizard with these Wizard Training Wands from Jakks Pacific that use motion sensors to track your movements.

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New Star Wars Mighty Muggs force their way into NY Toy Fair - CNET

New Mighty Muggs toys of C-3PO, Captain Phasma and Maz Kanata debut at Toy Fair 2018.

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Hot Wheels Augmoto puts AR lightning, missiles in your race - CNET

Vrooom! Car racing gets spiced up with augmented-reality effects shown off at Toy Fair 2018.

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Schiit’s tiny gizmo breaks a cardinal audiophile rule - CNET

Schiit Loki is a four-band equalizer that lets you easily tweak the sound of your speakers, headphones and music.

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Genesis will show a new concept car in New York - Roadshow

And it sounds like it'll be a doozy.

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Google Auto Trends report says we're all dog-obsessed dashcam buyers - Roadshow

In an attempt to better understand the changing automotive landscape, Google crunched a bunch of its data to find out what it is we all care care about, when it comes to cars.

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Saturday, 17 February 2018

This brand-new, factory-fresh Aston Martin is 60 years old - Roadshow

What might look like a gorgeous classic Aston is in fact, a brand-spanking-new car. Made from the ground up to the original specification of the 1959 Le Mans competitor, the DB4 GT Continuation is the closest you could get to automotive time travel.

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8 Oscar-nominated movies you can watch on Netflix 🎬 - CNET

Will you finish them all before the Academy Awards on March 4?

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Unlocked phones vs. locked phones: Why you should care - CNET

In this edition of Ask Maggie, CNET's Marguerite Reardon breaks down what you need to know about the carrier practice of locking phones.

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This airbag helps protect Olympic skiers from crashes - CNET

It automatically inflates when it senses a crash. The technology was originally designed to protect motorcycle riders, but is now used by downhill skiers like Lindsey Vonn.

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The past, present and Afrofuturism of 'Black Panther' - CNET

Commentary: Art like "Black Panther" overturns stereotypes to reclaim the past and reimagine the future. To understand the film's power, you need to understand Afrofuturism.

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No scruffy nerf-herders allowed in this Star Wars home theater - CNET

Show Us Yours: Missourians Patrick and Stephanie enjoy witnessing the firepower of their fully armed and operational entertainment station.

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Lego Hulkbuster's big, buildable suit is ready to smash - CNET

Exclusive: Tony Stark's big suit from "Avengers: Age of Ultron" comes in Lego form this March.

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