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	technology As-it-happens update ⋅ May 1, 2020
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	CNET Xiaomi defends data practices after being accused of tracking 'private' phone use CNET Xiaomi's Redmi Note 8 was one of the best-selling Android phones of 2019, according to market analyst Canaly. Óscar Gutiérrez/CNET. Xiaomi is defending itself from accusations that it's been collecting private data from people who use its phones and web ... Flag as irrelevant
	AppleInsider Apple signs two-year overall deal with 'Physical' showrunner Annie Weisman AppleInsider Apple has inked a two-year content creation deal with writer and producer Annie Weisman, known for shows such as "Desperate Housewives" and "Almost Family." Weisman's past work includes "Desperate Housewives" and "Almost Family." Credit: Chris ... Flag as irrelevant
	GameSpot These 3 Free PC Games Are Back Up For Grabs GameSpot Three Ubisoft games are free to claim on PC right now through May 5. You can pick up Assassin's Creed 2, Child of Light, and Rayman Legends at no cost--as long as you download them from Uplay. All three of these games were previously free to claim from ... Flag as irrelevant
	Digital Trends How to play Fortnite on your PC Digital Trends Fortnite is one of the most popular battle royale games on the market. Players can join in on the fun from their smartphone, console, or even home computer. However, there's only one official way to play Fortnite on your PC — and that's through the Epic ... Flag as irrelevant
	SlashGear The Automatic connected car dongle is shutting down in May SlashGear Connected car dongle-maker Automatic Labs is shutting down, blaming COVID-19 for the decision to axe its service and render its hardware obsolete. The SiriusXM-owned company will shut down all operations on May 28, 2020, it has confirmed, though ... Flag as irrelevant
	BGR Will the coronavirus pandemic finally 'kill' the iPhone's notch? BGR Face ID doesn't work on iPhone if you're using a mask, and the use of face masks is advised during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Apple already made changes to iOS 13 to allow iPhone users to enter passwords manually faster when using face masks. Flag as irrelevant
	Digital Trends Roomba 890 robot vacuum on sale for $300 at Best Buy — today only Digital Trends If you're ready to buy your first robot vacuum or upgrade from a starter model, Best Buy has a deal you won't want to pass by. For today only, Best Buy has a flash sale on iRobot's Roomba 890 Wi-Fi connected robot vacuum. If you act today, you can save $200 ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN International Gamers fear for virtual assets as rate cut hits 'Animal Crossing' savings Reuters LONDON, May 1 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - Gamers escaping coronavirus lockdowns have seen their virtual savings slashed in hit video game "Animal Crossing", highlighting the limited rights users have to digital property. Players of the viral Nintendo ... Flag as irrelevant
	PC Gamer Call of Duty: Warzone brings back Bounty contracts PC Gamer Sometimes, getting mad gets results. Case in point: Earlier this week, Activision added a new type of contract to the Call of Duty battle royale Warzone, but at the same time quietly removed Bounty contracts, a move that left a lot of players very unhappy. Flag as irrelevant
	Android Headlines Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook Pre-Order Is Now Live At Best Buy Android Headlines The world's first budget detachable Chromebook, the Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook, is now available for pre-order following a brief hiatus in orders. Spotted at Best Buy by Chrome Unboxed, this is actually the second time the device has been put up for ... Flag as irrelevant
	Destructoid How many episodes do you want Final Fantasy VII Remake to be? Destructoid Thanks to the recent Ultimania book for Final Fantasy VII Remake, we're learning just how much of a little stinker director Tetsuya Nomura can be. Amid statements that he "can't tell us what the second meaning behind the 'Remake' title is just yet." he and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Chicago Tribune The best mini Bluetooth speaker Chicago Tribune Music is totally portable these days, and it's in no way limited to headphones. Now you can enjoy your favorite beats with those around you by investing in a mini Bluetooth speaker. With their small footprint, mini Bluetooth speakers are easy to toss into your ... Flag as irrelevant
	Kotaku Thanks For The Lovely Birthday Party, Animal Crossing Friends Kotaku I'm not normally one for elaborate birthday celebrations, but the party held for me this morning by a trio of Animal Crossing: New Horizons villagers was exactly the pick-me-up I needed today. Advertisement. My ideal birthday is good food with family and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Hot Hardware Bungie Is Revamping Destiny 2 Seasons With These Critical Content And Gameplay Changes Hot Hardware Bungie, the developers behind Destiny 2, tend to be rather tight-lipped about future updates. However, they recently revealed information about their future plans for some of the core mechanics of the game. Many of their plans address issues that have been ... Flag as irrelevant
	SlashGear Apple OSX support cut for SteamVR; Windows and Linux remain SlashGear This week Valve made clear they're not in a position where it makes sense to continue supporting Apple's OSX for their SteamVR platform at this time. They've suggested that the SteamVR platform will continue to receive support, but all support will be ... Flag as irrelevant
	Android Headlines NVIDIA Adds Assassin's Creed Brotherhood & More To GeForce NOW Android Headlines This week NVIDIA added another new crop of games to GeForce NOW, including Assassin's Creed Brotherhood. Technically, this game was added last week too. But last week's addition was for the Steam version of the game. This week gamers who have the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Windows Central This Mother's Day sale on the Facebook Portal will have you seeing mom face to face again Windows Central This Mother's Day will be a bit different than most. With everyone practicing social distancing and staying at home, you might not be around your mother during this special day for the first time in years. Luckily, this Mother's Day sale on Facebook Portal devices ... Flag as irrelevant
	iLounge Apple support now has a new streamlined interface and Dark Mode iLounge Earlier today Apple updated the Apple Support App for iPad and iPhone to include Dark Mode, along with a new layout. Apple also updates the navigation for the App on iPad and iPhone. Apple has changed the user interface of the App. According to Apple, ... Flag as irrelevant
	OneZero How Zoom Beat the Tech Giants OneZero Google and Microsoft's early decisions about video chat put them at a strategic disadvantage in the long run. Eric Ravenscraft. Follow. Apr 30 · 5 min read. Photo: Maja Hitij/Getty Images. On Wednesday, Google made its premium videoconferencing app, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Hollywood Reporter Activision Blizzard Makes $2M Donation to Support Military Veterans Hollywood Reporter The funds will benefit the nonprofit Call of Duty Endowment that helps unemployed veterans, including those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, return to the workforce. Santa Monica-based video game company Activision Blizzard on Friday revealed a $2 ... Flag as irrelevant
	Heavy.com Vancouver Titans: The Overwatch League Team That Is Breaking Apart Heavy.com At the end of the 2019 Overwatch League season, the Vancouver Titans were hands-down the second-best team in the league. With a Stage 1 title, a Pacific division title, and an appearance in the 2019 Finals, their year was eclipsed only by an unstoppable ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedicineNet White House Says Coronavirus Vaccine Could Be Ready By January MedicineNet FRIDAY, May 1, 2020 (HealthDay News) -- As national guidelines on social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic expired Thursday, the White House announced an initiative to produce a COVID-19 vaccine that could be available nationwide by ... Flag as irrelevant
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