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August 29, 2019

Facebook rolls out new tools for businesses on Messenger, including appointment booking and lead generation, says it will phase out Discover tab in Messenger (Sarah Perez/TechCrunch)

Sarah Perez / TechCrunch: Facebook rolls out new tools for businesses on Messenger, including appointment booking and lead generation, says it will phase out Discover tab in Messenger — Facebook today is formally rolling out a new suite of tools for its 40 million active businesses on Messenger, including appointment booking … Facebook rolls out

August 29, 2019

How to Make More Accurate Predictions

Any time you’re making long-term plans based on more than your own behavior, you need to remember just how unpredictable the world is. It can be hard not to get carried away, especially if you have lots of “good” data to base your plans on. The Collaborative Fund blog lists 12 things to keep in

August 29, 2019

Apple will let more independent repair shops buy ‘genuine’ iPhone parts

Apple will now allow more independent repair shops to buy “genuine” iPhone parts and tools, allowing them to complete repairs in roughly the same way that an Apple Store would. The change could be helpful to iPhone owners as Apple continues to lock down repairs, though it could also lead to higher prices for parts,

NASA's Kennedy Space Center prepares for Hurricane Dorian – CNET

The mobile launcher is moving inside to wait out the storm. NASA's Kennedy Space Center prepares for Hurricane Dorian – CNET Source: CNet

August 29, 2019

Binance launches Binance X, a platform for developers to build open-source blockchain projects (Yogita Khatri/The Block)

Yogita Khatri / The Block: Binance launches Binance X, a platform for developers to build open-source blockchain projects — Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volumes, has rolled out yet another offering. This time, a platform for developers, called “Binance X,” with the ultimate goal … Binance launches Binance X, a platform for

Unbelievable 2nd-generation Amazon Echo deal: 2 for $80 – CNET

These aren’t Dots; they’re full-size 2nd-gen Echos. Plus: Snag a Bluetooth keyboard for your phone and tablet for under $20. Unbelievable 2nd-generation Amazon Echo deal: 2 for – CNET Source: CNet

Samsung's Galaxy Home Mini makes appearance in South Korean beta test – CNET

It’s real, but the question now is when Samsung might fully release it. Samsung's Galaxy Home Mini makes appearance in South Korean beta test – CNET Source: CNet

Garmin's new Fenix 6 GPS watch sports solar charging to extend battery life – CNET

The new watches also include heart rate tracking and Body Battery, an energy monitoring feature. Garmin's new Fenix 6 GPS watch sports solar charging to extend battery life – CNET Source: CNet

August 29, 2019

Hulu’s ad-supported plan is only $2.99 for six months for new and returning subscribers

Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge Hulu is already pretty affordable, but the streaming service is teaming up with Chrissy Teigen, celebrity and co-host of Eater’s upcoming Hulu series Family Style, to promote an even better deal. The ad-supported plan is 50 percent off for six months, bringing it down to a mere $2.99

Plex to launch an ad-supported streaming service this year, plans to begin reselling video subscription services and add transactional VOD, in H1 2020 (Janko Roettgers/Variety)

{$inline_image} Janko Roettgers / Variety: Plex to launch an ad-supported streaming service this year, plans to begin reselling video subscription services and add transactional VOD, in H1 2020 — Get ready for yet another ad-supported video service: Media center app maker Plex is gearing up to add free movies and TV shows to its app

Smartphone radiation is not causing health issues, scientists say – CNET

The best-quality studies of radiofrequency radiation consistently show no evidence of negative health effects. Smartphone radiation is not causing health issues, scientists say – CNET Source: CNet

August 29, 2019

How to Enable Our Favorite Chrome 78 Features Right Now

The current version of Chrome Canary (version 78 of the browser) has a number of fun features worth exploring—or knowing about, at the very least, if you’d rather play with them when they arrive in a more stable version of the browser. Read more… How to Enable Our Favorite Chrome 78 Features Right Now Source:

August 29, 2019

Samsung announces Galaxy Home Mini public beta before full-size speaker has even shipped

Image: Samsung Samsung has quietly announced a new Bixby-powered smart speaker called the Galaxy Home Mini, and it’s inviting Galaxy smartphone owners in South Korea to sign up to beta-test the new device. Samsung says the new speaker can control IoT devices, it integrates with Samsung’s SmartThings platform, and it uses sound technology provided by

August 29, 2019

Samsung’s DeX isn’t the first attempt at turning your phone into a laptop

Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Over the course of reviewing the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus, I spent quite a bit of time evaluating DeX. With the Note, Samsung introduced apps for both Windows and Mac that would let you have a sort of desktop interface for your phone on the computer

August 29, 2019

You Can Buy Anything Used, But Skip These Items

Every secondhand enthusiast has that one bargain that could have gone horribly wrong. For me, it was the couch by the dumpster outside my on-campus apartment during college. I had been out entirely too late on a week night, and my friend and I were overcome with strength and the determination to save this perfectly…

August 29, 2019

What a 'No-Deal' Brexit Actually Means

On Wednesday, the Queen agreed to the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s request to suspend the current Parliament session, just ahead of the Brexit deadline. According to Johnson, it has nothing to do with the UK’s exit from the European Union, but critics are pointing out that the timing will certainly work out in… Read

August 29, 2019

Ease Anxiety Around Preschool Drop-Off With a Dress Rehearsal

We know what we’re supposed to do at preschool drop-off. Leave them at the door (don’t enter the classroom!), give a swift and cheery goodbye (“Have a great time! I’ll be back to pick you up in a few hours!”), and leave. Even if they’re crying, every preschool teacher will tell you, you will only

Celebrating Spitzer's Sweet Sixteen

Spitzer Space Telescope into orbit around the Sun on Aug. 25, 2003. Since then, the observatory has been lifting the veil on the wonders of the cosmos, from our own solar system to faraway galaxies, using infrared light. Celebrating Spitzer's Sweet Sixteen Source: NASA

Microsoft helps make the Galaxy Note 10 Plus a compelling business phone

The new Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus already sets itself above other smartphones for business use, but when combined with some new Microsoft integration its tough to beat this phone for business. Microsoft helps make the Galaxy Note 10 Plus a compelling business phone Source: ZDNet Microsoft

Windows Terminal preview: New customizations offer 'big improvement'

Windows Terminal Preview version 0.4 arrives on the Microsoft Store and GitHub with bug fixes and improvements. Windows Terminal preview: New customizations offer 'big improvement' Source: ZDNet Microsoft

Internal data shows Uber’s reputation hasn’t changed much since #DeleteUber

The ride-hailing giant launched a half-billion dollar marketing campaign last year to rebuild its image. It didn’t pay off. Internal data shows Uber’s reputation hasn’t changed much since #DeleteUber Source: Washington Post Tech

August 29, 2019

This Microsoft Azure training will take your from zero to in-demand data hero

You can get full insight into the principles of cloud computing as well as the training to get certified in its use in The Essential Microsoft Azure Certification Bundle. It’s on sale now for over 90 percent off, just $29.99 from TNW Deals. This Microsoft Azure training will take your from zero to in-demand data

August 29, 2019

This app uses AI to add a Pixel-style night photography mode to your iPhone

In the past couple of years, every major Android phone has had a night mode feature. While we might see Apple bring a night mode to its iPhones this year, it might be dependant on hardware. But an app called NeuralCam is trying to bring this feature to owners of current-gen and older iPhones —

August 29, 2019

Ring’s surveillance partnership with law enforcement is deeper than previously thought

Amazon’s Ring has finally come clean about its partnership with law enforcement agencies in the US. The doorbell-camera company — which was acquired by the retail giant in February 2018 — disclosed that it has inked deals with 407 agencies to “facilitate conversations around crime and safety among all members of the community.” The count has gone up

No, 5G won't replace 4G (and other 5G myths debunked) – CNET

We clear up some of the confusion around 5G. No, 5G won't replace 4G (and other 5G myths debunked) – CNET Source: CNet

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