October, 2015

• 13 October

  Not ready for its close

  

  Since Richard Nixon sweated and scowled his way through the first televised presidential debate with John Kennedy in 1960, TV’s importance in American politics has been well established. Being a successful politician, or at least getting elected, requires knowing how to look good on camera. But judging by the first debate for presidential hopefuls streamed …

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• 13 October

  Apple updates iMacs with better screens, faster processors

  

  Enlarge ImageApple updated its iMac computers with better displays and processors. Sarah Tew/CNET Apple’s iMac and its accessories are getting a minor makeover. On Tuesday, Apple upgraded its iMac computers with better displays and faster processors, and updated its keyboard, mouse and trackpad accessories. The Mac business might not be as big or as sexy as Apple’s mobile business, but …

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• 13 October

  Republic Wireless picks up third

  

  The third-gen Moto G finds a new home in Republic Wireless. Sarah Tew/CNET Motorola’s popular Moto G (Late 2015) jumps on a new carrier on October 27: Republic Wireless. The prepaid carrier will sell the budget phone in both 8GB and 16GB models — and both black and white colors — for $200 and $230, respectively. Republic Wireless is somewhat …

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• 13 October

  Microsoft to control software updates for Windows 10 Mobile

  

  Microsoft will control Windows 10 Mobile updates, not the carriers. Nate Ralph/CNET Microsoft will decide when users of Windows 10 Mobile handsets receive the latest updates. The software giant is working with mobile carriers to test software updates for its new Windows 10 Mobile operating system and will use their feedback, according to a statement sent Tuesday to CNET. However, …

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• 13 October

  Turn your Mac into remote Bluetooth keyboard with Typeeto

  

  Along with its new iMac lineup, Apple has released new versions of its Bluetooth keyboard, trackpad and mouse (see them in pictures and video). Before you shell out for Apple’s new Magic Keyboard, you may already be typing on a magical Bluetooth keyboard and not realize it. For significantly less than the new Magic Keyboard, you can use your Mac’s …

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• 13 October

  Use the Burner app to create ‘smart’ phone numbers

  

  Enlarge Image Jason Cipriani/CNET Burner, the iOS or Android app that creates temporary phone numbers, recently learned a few new tricks. For starters, you can now sign up for a somewhat permanent phone number that renews each month. This added benefit makes it possible to purchase a dedicated Tinder number, or for the more serious use case, a business line. …

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• 13 October

  iHeartRadio gets its (Microsoft) Groove on

  

  Microsoft’s Groove app will add a radio element with iHeartRadio. Microsoft/iHeartRadio iHeartRadio and Groove, Microsoft’s audio app for Windows 10, believe they can make sweeter music together. The online arm of the biggest terrestrial radio company in the US, iHeartRadio is the first outside service to be integrated into Groove and adds both live radio and custom stations. Redmond, Washington-based …

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• 13 October

  Toshiba follows Microsoft with Windows 10 hybrid notebook

  

  Outfitted with Windows 10, Toshiba’s new DynaPad can function as a laptop or tablet. Toshiba Toshiba has unveiled a new 2-in-1 notebook built to take advantage of Windows 10. Dubbed the DynaPad, the new device comes with a detachable keyboard, so it can function as both a traditional laptop as well as a standalone tablet. The 12-inch screen packs in …

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• 13 October

  Apple Faces offers unique wallpapers for your Apple Watch

  

  Enlarge Image Jason Cipriani/CNET Apple Faces is a simple website that offers some unique wallpapers for your Apple Watch. The site lists a series of wallpapers containing patterns, colors and shapes. The colors tend to match one of Apple’s sports bands, while other wallpapers are throwback calculator-watch-inspired creations. Naturally, each of design carves out a spot to display the time …

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• 13 October

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  CNET’s Cheapskate scours the Web for great deals on PCs, phones, gadgets and much more. Questions about the Cheapskate blog? Find the answers on our FAQ page. Mmmm….Pi. Packt Publishing Ruminations from a 47-year-old: Everything in moderation. Meditation isn’t just for hippies. Cake is really just a frosting-delivery vehicle. Time doesn’t fly, it rockets. Never pay retail for anything. Speaking …

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