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Google needs these 9 new features in Android 11

With Android 11 looming on the horizon, I conjured up a list of the new features and refinements that I'd like to see in the next version of Google's mobile operating system. There are a few things, like gestures, that could use a tweak, and features like screen recording would be welcome additions.
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Oscars be damned! The Lighthouse was one of the best films of the year

Every year, the Academy snubs some great films in its Oscar nominations, and this year is no different. In overlooking Robert Egger's The Lighthouse, however, the voters have snubbed one of the year's most bizarre, brilliant films. It's a crime big enough to rouse Poseidon himself.
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Star Trek: Picard finally cleans up the franchise’s messy timelines

Star Trek: Picard does more than bring back some of the sci-fi saga's most popular characters. It also does an impressive job cleaning up convoluted timelines.
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An electric Hummer means ‘watt guzzlers’ are here. That’s a good thing

The all-electric GMC Hummer will kick off the era of 'watt guzzlers' that have electric powertrains but don't focus on efficiency. They won't please environmentalists, but they remain a good alternative to cars powered by fossil fuels.
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Why resurrecting the Hummer name for an electric pickup makes sense

The 2021 Hummer EV will capitalize on its predecessor without needing additional models to bolster it. GM hopes to enter the burgeoning electric pickup segment.
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All about the money: The U.K. had no choice but to use Huawei in its 5G networks

The U.K. government has granted Huawei the ability to build part of its 5G networks across the country, despite ongoing security fears raised by the U.S. But the situation isn't about security -- the U.K. is unconcerned by the unsubstantiated accusations -- it's about a massive amount of investment and profit.
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Untitled Goose Game studio to donate 1% of income, forever. Others should follow.

Untitled Goose Game's developer, House House, will donate 1% of its income to Australia's indigenous people in perpetuity. This long-lasting effort sets a model for giving that other, larger game studios could, and should, follow.
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Despite Apple’s record-breaking revenues, the Mac continues to struggle

Apple has announced impressive quarterly earnings for the first quarter of 2020. Everything looks promising -- except for the Mac. The laptop and desktop category has remained stagnant, despite the critical praise for new products such as the 16-inch MacBook Pro and the new Mac Pro.
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2020 could be a monumental year for the Mac. Here’s everything I’m dying to see

2019 ended up being a big year for the Mac, thanks to the release of the 16-inch MacBook Pro and insanely powerful Mac Pro. But what's ahead in 2020 could be even more monumental. Some likely and some not, here's my list of everything I hope to see Apple launch in the Mac world this year.
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Calm down, the Obi-Wan delays could be the best thing for the series

Delays that have put production of Disney's upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi series on hold are making plenty of headlines, but Star Wars fans shouldn't worry about how they'll affect the show. In fact, they should be more worried about why the delays are becoming such a big deal.
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Star Trek: Picard might be CBS All Access’ last, best hope in the streaming war

Star Trek: Picard is off to a good start, but will the Star Trek spinoff series featuring Patrick Stewart as iconic USS Enterprise captain Jean-Luc Picard be enough to make the ViacomCBS streaming service a legitimate contender in the war for streaming audiences?
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Microsoft will never win the search engine wars by forcing people to use Bing

Microsoft's own Bing has never been successful in the eyes of consumers. Soon, though, Microsoft is planning to forcibly install a Bing search extension in Chrome for Office 365 ProPlus users. This is a big problem, as Microsoft will never win the search engine battle by forcing people to use it.
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Here’s why buying a high-end Chromebook is finally a good investment

A typical Chromebook usually has a fixed life span. That means most devices only get 5 to 6 years of OS updates from the date that your device was first released from a specific Chrome hardware platform. Well, Google is now changing that, which means Chromebooks are now finally a good investment.
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Joe Biden’s plan to save democracy would kill the internet

In a recent interview, presidential candidate Joe Biden said that he thinks Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act should be revoked, claiming it protects Facebook and others from responsibility for misinformation. If that were to happen, it would break the internet as we know it.
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Another app? With Peacock, NBC tries to roll back the clock to cable

NBC finally unveiled Peacock, its new streaming service, during an investor event Thursday, including details on the content, availability, and pricing. I already hate it and have no plans to subscribe to either the free or paid options. Here's why it's a step backward for streaming.
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Google is shutting down your Chromebook apps, but here’s why you shouldn’t worry

On Chrome OS, the app story is a bit complicated. Chromebook users have long had three different ways to experience apps. That's about to change, as Google is now shutting down the Chrome App Store. But from PWA's or support for Android apps, here's why you shouldn't worry.
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A fond farewell to Windows 7, the last time the Start menu was useful

Windows 7 is officially dead. At least as far as official support goes. This marks the end of an era that hosted some of our favorite memories of PCs from the last two decades. One of them was the Start menu, which was sleek, streamlined, and, in this writer's opinion, the best Microsoft ever made.
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Where’s the green? CES 2020 was surprisingly low on environmental tech

CES draws exhibitors from all over the globe, and it’s stuffed with just about every type of technology you can imagine. Unfortunately, that doesn't include much environmental tech, which is practically invisible at the show. The good news is that this could easily be fixed.
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The joke’s on us: Joker dominates this year’s Oscar nominations

The Joker leads all films in nominations for the 2020 Academy Awards with 11, including for Best Picture. Will it win the biggest award? Almost certainly not. The less obvious question is did it deserve a nomination in that category at all? We make the argument that it did not.
Joaquin Phoenix as the Joker in "Joker" (2019).

Netflix dominates 2020 Oscar nominations, but surprises and snubs persist

This year's nominees for Academy Awards heavily favored streaming studio Netflix, as well as the controversial drama Joker, but plenty of surprises and disappointing snubs loomed large over the official announcement of the 92nd Academy Awards ceremony's Oscar nominations.
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The unrestrained 1D X Mark III proves Canon still knows how to lead. Will it?

Canon's powerful new flagship DSLR has the best video mode ever put into a still camera and gives videographers a reason to be excited about the brand again. But there's also reason to be skeptical about how far these features will trickle down into more affordable models.
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With Ryzen 4000, does AMD finally have a real shot at winning the laptop race?

AMD Ryzen 4000 laptops are ready to roll off the production line and they could be fantastic! But how many of them will actually make it to the public, and will they be bought? Strong performance is a given, but can AMD's comparably limited mindshare compete with Intel's dominance on mobile?
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Golden Globe Awards send a message to Netflix: It’s not your time yet

This was supposed to be the year that Netflix finally crossed the threshold in movie awards season, but the 2020 Golden Globe Awards offered a harsh reminder that streaming services have a long way to go before their films are judged on even ground with theatrical releases.
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I fell out of love with VR, but the Vive Wireless rekindled the flame

The HTC Vive wasn't my first VR love, but it was the most impactful. So why did I abandon it? I can't say for sure, but maybe I can rekindle that interest with some new accessories and upgrades for my aging headset. It's certainly cheaper than buying any of the new generation outright.
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Sony’s noise-canceling WH-1000XM3 headphones are my gadget of the decade

In the last decade, hundreds of new tech products made it to the market. However, no gadget has had more impact on my life than the one I acquired just a couple of months ago -- Sony’s noise-canceling WH-1000XM3 headphones. Here's why they've had such an impact on my life.
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How 2019 became the year of true wireless earbuds

Fully wireless earbuds have evolved from novelty wearables to must-have devices in record time. From the first AirPods to the latest noise-canceling masterpieces, it's been a long road. But thanks to new models with multiple advancements, 2019 is when it all came together. Here's why it's time to buy.
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Why Microsoft is the most exciting hardware company to watch out for in 2020

2020 is a critical year for Microsoft's Surface division as it gears up to launch its most ambitious set of hardware. The company is planning to launch its pair of dual-screen devices, Surface Neo and Surface Duo, its first true-wireless headsets, the Xbox Series X, and more.
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The Xbox Series X is the wrong console for a climate crisis

Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox Series X console will require a lot of power. But there may be a troubling consequence: An increase in gaming’s contribution to climate change. A significant increase in power draw from next-gen console hardware could increase gaming’s carbon footprint when exactly the opposite is needed.
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The critics’ biggest issue with The Rise of Skywalker is what makes it great

One of the biggest criticisms of the Rise of Skywalker is that it leans too heavily on plot and backstory. But as I settled into the film, I found its straightforward nature allowed me to focus on the real heart of the story. The characters we've grown to love over these past three films.
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Calm down about The Rise of Skywalker: Why can’t I just like a movie anymore?

It used to be one could simply have an opinion about a movie and not have to hire extra security because of it. Then alsog came The Last Jedi. Why does Star Wars: Episode IX -- The Rise of Skywalker have me afraid to like the movie, even before I've seen it? Answer: The fandom.
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Stadia’s bonus Buddy Pass shows just how much it’s struggling

The latest Google Stadia offer lets Founder's Edition members give another friend a three-month Buddy Pass. It points to trouble for the streaming service, which just launched in November and has received mixed reviews. Google will face more competition in the future from Microsoft's Project xCloud.
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You better believe a port-less iPhone is coming in 2021

Rumor has it Apple's 2021 iPhone won't have a Lightning charging port. In fact, it won't have any ports at all, forcing a dramatic shift to wireless chargers, Bluetooth headphones, and -- wait what about syncing? Sound implausible? It's not, Apple has been pushing towards a wireless future for years.
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How can there be a Black Widow movie? Here’s why it makes sense

Black Widow's future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe after Avengers: Endgame might be uncertain, but there's a good reason her upcoming solo movie fits perfectly fine in the MCU timeline. Here's why Scarlett Johansson can return as the character in the May 2020 Marvel movie.
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A revolutionary MacBook is coming, and the clues have been hiding in plain sight

Apple will soon launch its first ARM-based MacBook, ditching Intel processors along the way, and it could launch early in 2020. That’s a bold claim to make, but it’s based on sound reasoning and a plethora of rumors. Look closely enough and you can see the clues, from Mac Catalyst to Apple Arcade.