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Breaking Tech News You Need to Know October 8, 2020 |
| Chrome may be one of the more popular browsers in the world but it's not the most secure choice. The good news is a new update was just released that adds some much-needed security measures to the mix — and you should download it ASAP. Here's why. Tap or click here to find out how to get this critical update. → |
| It's not just tech and gadgets going for cheap on Prime Day this year. Nearly every part of Amazon's online store will feature hot deals you can't find anywhere else. If you want to know when the savings are coming, these insider tips will help you beat the digital crowds. Tap or click here to get the best Prime Day deals. → |
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| Most security software can handle viruses and Trojans no problem. But researchers have found a new kind of Trojan that keeps reappearing no matter how many times you delete it. It's so strong, in fact, that not even a full system reset can get rid of it. We've got all the frightening details and signs of infection to watch for. Tap or click here to find out why this virus is so dangerous. → |
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| There are countless weather apps and websites out there, but the defaults that come loaded on our smartphones aren’t all that great. And one of the best options for Android devices closed shop this year and won't be coming back. Good news, there's a site the pros use to stay in the know and anyone can access it. Tap or click to see this super accurate real-time map in action. → | The pandemic has lasted much longer than many of us expected and doesn't appear to be ending anytime soon. That's why it's important to take advantage of helpful tools that make it easier to stay safe. Fortunately, a new Google Maps feature is being introduced that helps you track COVID hotspots to know which areas to avoid. Tap or click here to find out how to use this new COVID tracking tool. → |
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| During this time of so many people working from home, video calls have become more of a staple than ever. But one problem with video calls is the amount of bandwidth they take. This has led scientists to come up with a clever way to help us save resources and produce a higher quality image all at once. Although, this may seem a little creepy to some. Tap or click to see how the new system works. → |
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The devil is in the details: Australia welcomes an old resident back to the mainland Have you ever seen a Tasmanian devil in real life? These stocky marsupials are notorious hunters with a powerful bite to match — even if they don’t spin like their Looney Tunes counterpart. Believe it or not, these animals have been extinct on the Australian continent for almost 3,000 years — predating the arrival of Europeans in the area. But now, conservationists are finally returning them to their natural habitat. The reason? A population of feral cats is threatening local wildlife and scientists believe they can help restore balance. Welcome home, little guys. Australia is home to all sorts of strange creatures you can’t find anywhere else. Tap or click here to see the strange life of Australia’s stingless bees. → |
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