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See how Fujifilm’s popular X100 camera has changed over the years

Fujifilm's X100 has received four updates since its 2011 debut. A new video shows how the camera, popular with street photographers, has changed over the years.
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Google starts showing virtual doctor options in Search and Maps

Google Search and Maps are now highlighting virtual consultations as the COVID-19 pandemic prompts some medical facilities to discourage personal visits.
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IKEA finally adds Fyrtur smart blind to its online store

After its launch last fall, IKEA's Fyrtur smart blind started showing up in select U.S. stores. But now you can finally buy it online too, from $129.
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Travelex reportedly paid millions to hackers after ransomware attack

Foreign-exchange specialist Travelex reportedly paid hackers $2.3M to regain access to its own computer systems after they were hit in a 2019 ransomware attack.
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Stuck indoors? Airbnb launches virtual travel experiences

Airbnb has put its Experiences service online to give locked-down folks more ideas for things to do while enabling the experience providers to keep on earning.
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If you’re missing the office, this ingenious site has you covered

If you've had to swap your regular office for a home office, you might be missing the place. In that case, try out this ingenious office-noise generator.
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New Jersey cops use speaker-drones to help enforce pandemic lockdown

Following similar deployments in Spain and France, cops in the U.S. have started using speaker-drones telling people to stay home during the pandemic.
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Watch Rocket Lab’s helicopter catch a dummy rocket in midair

Rocket Lab, like SpaceX, is developing a reusable rocket system to cut the cost of launches. But their methods of booster recovery are remarkably different.
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Nuro’s driverless delivery pod greenlighted for California trial

Nuro is getting ready to test its compact autonomous delivery pod on the streets of California. Other trials have already taken place in Texas and Arizona.
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Apple Maps prioritizes searches that matter more during pandemic

Apple Maps has reprioritized the categories in its search list so it now focuses more on those that have taken on more importance during the coronavirus crisis.
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SpaceX Dragon spacecraft completes final mission ahead of crewed launch

SpaceX’s trusty Dragon spacecraft has completed its final cargo mission after returning from the International Space station. Next up: the Crew Dragon.
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Google Maps places delivery and takeout front and center

Google Maps has made its “delivery” and "takeout” buttons more prominent. Helpful for those locked down, it should also benefit struggling restaurants.
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Mysterious drone tells New Yorkers to socially distance during pandemic

A drone equipped with a loudspeaker was recently spotted telling people in a New York City park to socially distance. But no one knows where it came from.
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Boeing to attempt second Starliner test flight after bungled debut mission

Boeing says that it is determined to test its Starliner passenger spacecraft a second time following a botched orbital test flight in December 2019.
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Amazon considering COVID-19 tests for its warehouse workers, report claims

Amazon is reportedly considering sourcing coronavirus testing kits for its warehouse workers. The move would bolster other recently announced safety measures.
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Apple to make 1 million face shields per week for health care workers

Apple will begin producing a million face shields a week destined for frontline health care workers fighting the coronavirus, officially known as COVID-19.
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Zoom boss admits missteps but insists improvements have been made

Video-conferencing software Zoom has been under fire for poor security and privacy. Its CEO has now admitted missteps but insisted improvements have been made.
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Apple to keep all of its U.S. stores closed until at least May

Apple looks set to keep its U.S. stores closed until at least May. The company will assess conditions in other countries regarding its other closed stores.
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Amazon, Instacart respond to worker backlash over COVID-19

Following strikes by workers at both companies earlier this week, Amazon and Instacart have brought in new measures to protect employees from the coronavirus.
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Amazon to stream SXSW movies as part of free virtual film festival

South by Southwest (SXSW) has done a deal with Amazon Prime Video to stream movies that were slated to screen at the recently canceled arts festival. For free.
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NASA reveals how many Americans applied to become an astronaut

NASA's recent call for astronaut wannabes led to an astonishing 12,000 applications. The successful candidates could bag a trip to the moon, and even beyond.
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Wyze tweak lets you use its security camera as a work webcam

Smart home company Wyze has just released a firmware update that lets you use your Wyze Cam v2 or Wyze Cam Pan security camera as a webcam for teleconferencing.
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SpaceX tells workers to ditch Zoom over ‘significant’ privacy concerns

SpaceX has reportedly told its workers to stop using Zoom for teleconferencing as it has concerns over the collaboration tool's security and privacy policies.
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NASA’s Mars helicopter spins blades for last time before launch

NASA has completed final testing of its Mars Helicopter, which is set to become the first aircraft to fly on another planet during the Mars 2020 mission.
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This Facebook feature can help you help others in pandemic

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Facebook has activated its Community Help feature that gives people a way to offer assistance, and ask for it, too.
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Ubisoft’s free games offer should make staying home a little easier

With three in four Americans currently under some form of lockdown order, Ubisoft is offering free video games throughout April to help while away the hours.
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Airbnb offers more help to guests and hosts hit by coronavirus crisis

Airbnb has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The online accommodation site is now offering an extended refund window for guests and more help for hosts.
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OpenTable has an idea to reduce stress during grocery store visits

OpenTable wants to help prevent overcrowding at grocery stores during the COVID-19 crisis by allowing customers to reserve shopping times via its app.
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Google video thanks health care workers for coronavirus efforts

Google has posted a moving video thanking health care workers everywhere for their ongoing efforts to save people's lives during the coronavirus crisis.
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Detroit auto show canceled as venue preps to become coronavirus field hospital

June's Detroit Auto Show has been called off due to the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. The venue is expected to be used as a field hospital for patients.
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Lyft refers drivers to Amazon jobs as ridership demand dives

Lyft has linked up with Amazon to offer work to its drivers during the COVID-19 crisis. Ride numbers have plunged, while Amazon needs more help with deliveries.
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Apple has some ideas on how to spend your time in lockdown

Apple has extended the free trial period for Final Cut Pro X, and is introducing a free trial for the first time for Logic Pro X.
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That famous BBC dad is back, and he’s talking about working from home

Millions of people are working at home for the first time. Robert Kelly, the man made famous by a calamitous BBC interview, talks about some of the challenges.
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Cops use drones to shame people flouting lockdown rules

The U.K. is currently in lockdown in a bid to slow the spread of the coronavirus. But it seems that some folks there are finding it hard to stick to the rules.