June, 2022

• 8 June

  PC and Tablet Shipments Expected to Decline Throughout 2022

  

  Global shipments of PCs and tablets are expected to decline this year, thanks to a confluence of economic factors impacting their deliveries, according to the International Data Corporation, a market research firm. Inflation, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and pandemic lockdowns have all negatively affected demand for PCs and tablets around the world, with global …

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• 8 June

  Spotify Wants You Hooked on Audiobooks (and May Ask You to Pay Extra)

  

  Spotify said Wednesday it wants to expand aggressively into audiobooks, broadening beyond music and podcasts into another form of audio, and it plans to introduce a store where you’d pay Spotify for individual titles.  “We believe that audiobooks in their many different forms will be a massive opportunity,” CEO Daniel Ek said Wednesday, speaking at an investor presentation. “Just as we’ve …

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• 8 June

  Apple’s M2 MacBook Air Only Has 4 Ports. Here’s What They Do

  

  This story is part of WWDC 2022, CNET’s complete coverage from and about Apple’s annual developers conference. Apple debuted a revamped MacBook Air powered by the new M2 chip at its annual WWDC keynote address Monday. The new fanless laptop comes in four colors, has a 13.6-inch liquid retina display, a 1080p webcam, and weighs 2.7 pounds (1.2 kilograms). A …

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• 8 June

  Amazon’s Hidden Mac Mini Discount Slashes Nearly $100 Off Its Price Tag

  

  The Mac Mini is Apple’s ever-popular compact, portable desktop computer. Just connect to any monitor and turn it into a Mac. Apple computers are notoriously pricey, making the Mac Mini one of the most affordable options out there at the moment.  And right now you can pick it up for less at Amazon. This 2020 model features the impressive Apple …

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• 8 June

  Android 13 Beta 3 Launches, Hits Platform Stability

  

  The third beta of Android 13 has launched, Google announced Wednesday.  Beta 3’s arrival means the official release of Android 13 is drawing closer. Another beta is planned for July. After that, the final release will likely happen this fall alongside the release of the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro phones. The upcoming OS version has reached the platform stability …

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• 8 June

  Ukraine Successfully Defends Its Cyberspace While Russia Leans Heavily on Guns, Bombs

  

  This story is part of War in Ukraine, CNET’s coverage of events there and of the wider effects on the world. What’s happening Russia’s conventional war against Ukraine drags on, but the early cyberwar predicted by some experts hasn’t materialized. Why it matters A massive cyberattack could still cripple Ukraine and its allies. Ukraine has largely prevented Russia from disrupting …

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• 8 June

  Score a Stylus

  

  It’s been nearly two years since Samsung last released a new model in its line of stylus-equipped Galaxy Note phones. And while it hasn’t been made official, with the release of the eerily similar Galaxy S22 Ultra, it’s pretty clear that the Note may be gone for good. But if you’re not quite ready to say goodbye, there are still a …

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• 8 June

  It’s Not Too Late! Great Last

  

  This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. Father’s Day is just around the corner, so if you’re still trying to find the perfect gift for dear old Dad, it’s time to kick it into high gear. Some classic Father’s Day gifts like grilling tools or a “world’s best dad” mug might not …

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• 8 June

  WatchOS 9 Could Help the Apple Watch Catch Up to Fitbit and Garmin

  

  This story is part of WWDC 2022, CNET’s complete coverage from and about Apple’s annual developers conference. The software that powers the Apple Watch is getting an upgrade. Apple announced WatchOS 9 on Monday at its Worldwide Developers Conference, where it showcased new fitness features for runners, better sleep tracking, an app for tracking medications and new watch faces. Such features will help Apple …

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• 8 June

  Upgrade Your Phone to the Moto One 5G Ace and Save $150 Today

  

  Looking for a powerful 5G smartphone that doesn’t break the bank? Consider the Motorola Moto One 5G Ace. It’s super fast, has 128GB of built-in storage and is packed with useful features. And right now it’s only $250 at Amazon and Motorola, saving you $150. Plus, it’s unlocked, so you can use it with the carrier of your choice. See …

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