Trump tariffs could hit the iPhone
Would you spend an extra $100 for a new iPhone?
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Microsoft says it 'listens' to conversations only with permission
Microsoft said Wednesday its contractors listen to conversations to hone voice translation features offered by Skype and its digital assistant Cortana, but only when obtaining user permission.
Aug 7, 2019
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IKEA and Sonos team up for SYMFONISK speakers and a lamp
For years, the Sonos Wi-Fi speakers have been beloved by music fans for the ease of listening to streaming music at home with great sound. Also, add the ability to add multiple speakers for even better sound without having ...
Aug 7, 2019
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Verizon's unveils cheaper unlimited smartphone plans that lets each family member choose their own
Verizon Wireless has announced a new set of unlimited "mix and max" wireless pricing plans that that will let you, your spouse and your kids potentially each choose your own plan. Each family member may have to do a little ...
Aug 7, 2019
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French Deliveroo cyclists urge boycott in pay dispute
Cyclists whisking meals for the food courier service Deliveroo in France called on clients to boycott the company Wednesday, after management imposed new pay scales they say will lower their wages.
Aug 7, 2019
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Consumer & Gadgets
More disclosure on 'loot box' odds planned by game console makers
Kings of the video game console world plan to require games hawking "loot boxes" to tell players how likely they are to get prized booty.
Aug 7, 2019
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Computer Sciences
Q&A: Microsoft's Lili Cheng talks about emotionally intelligent machines
For machines to be truly intelligent, some artificial intelligence (AI) researchers believe that computers must recognize, understand and respond to human emotions. In short, machines must be equipped with emotional intelligence: ...
Aug 7, 2019
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Wearable motion sensors could save unborn babies
The thump, thump of a baby's heartbeat is a milestone in any pregnancy. Now, researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology have developed a technique that could allow expectant parents to hear their baby's heartbeat continuously ...
Aug 7, 2019
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Internet
8chan owner heading to US as lawmakers seek answers
The owner of the online message board 8chan says he's headed shortly to the United States, where lawmakers want to question him on his site's use as a megaphone by violent white supremacists.
Aug 7, 2019
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Cobalt hits headlines as Glencore shuts key mine
Cobalt hit the headlines Wednesday after Glencore shut a key African facility that mines the rare metal—and blamed prices that have been tumbling from highs seen in recent years on battery demand.
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