Google Gives up Sweets: New OS Is Just Called Android 10

Added 08-22-19 10:06:07am EST - “Bucking tradition, the next version of Google's mobile operating system will not be named after a dessert. Google is also changing the logo from green to black.” - Wired.com

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Apple Card vs Citi, Chase, and Capital One: Is Apple's new credit card as good as it seems?

Added 08-21-19 03:15:02am EST - “Apple announced a brand new credit card at its 'Show time' event with low interest rates, no fees, and daily rewards. But is it worth adding to your wallet?” - Macworld.com

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Apple removes ‘Designed by Apple in California' book from US online store

Added 08-21-19 10:31:01pm EST - “Back in November of 2016, Apple released the ?Designed? By Apple In California' book, which highlights its storied design history. Sometime recently, however, Apple has removed the book from its online store in the United States.…” - 9to5mac.com

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DOJ working with state attorneys general on big tech probe

Added 08-20-19 09:11:02pm EST - “The U.S. Department of Justice is consulting a group of state attorneys general on what promises to be a wide-ranging antitrust probe into major technology industry firms Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Google.” - Appleinsider.com

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Apple TV+ rumored to support limited offline viewing

Added 08-20-19 07:11:02pm EST - “More information about Apple TV+ surfaced this week as Apple readies its streaming service for launch this fall, with a report on Tuesday claiming code in the latest macOS Catalina beta releases detail potential viewing options.” - Appleinsider.com

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Apple TV+ May Support Downloads for Offline Viewing, Limit Simultaneous Streams

Added 08-20-19 05:12:01pm EST - “Amid word that Apple TV+ could launch in November priced at $9.99/month, MacRumors has discovered additional tidbits within recent betas of macOS...” - Macrumors.com

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Tips and tricks for mastering Apple Card

Added 08-20-19 03:11:06pm EST - “While Apple Card still operates as a traditional credit card, Apple has mixed things up with its skill of blending hardware and software. To help you make the most of your new Apple Card, here are our favorite tips and tricks.” - Appleinsider.com

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Apple, Google, Mozilla all act to block state surveillance of web users

Added 08-21-19 09:31:01am EST - “Apple, Google and Mozilla are all taking action to block state surveillance of web users through their respective browsers ...?” - 9to5mac.com

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Best Apple Card alternatives: 5 existing credit cards that outdo the new kid

Added 08-21-19 07:15:01am EST - “There's buzz around the Apple Card, but you can do better. Try one of these options instead.” - Macworld.com

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Apple Card Just Got an Official Twitter Account

Added 08-21-19 06:12:02am EST - “Apple has just launched an account on Twitter dedicated to its new credit card, which went live for customers in the U.S on Tuesday. The...” - Macrumors.com

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