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Coronavirus: How COVID-19 is changing the way we live

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Bans on large gatherings in Washington, San Francisco a bad sign for tech events

The ban on large gatherings through the end of the month is an attempt to reduce the spread of Covid-19.
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Digital Trends Live: Pixel 4a leaks, TikTok’s ‘transparency,’ and more

On this Digital Trends Live we talk the top tech stories, including leaked Pixel 4a video, TikTok’s “transparency center,” and SpaceX to launch astronauts.
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How to stay sane when working from home: 4 practical tips from a professional

The spread of the coronavirus has led employers to mandate that employees work from home. If you're a newbie, set some strict rules for better productivity.
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Uber could suspend accounts for riders and drivers with coronavirus

Uber is working with public health organizations in deciding whether to suspend the accounts of riders and drivers if they test positive for COVID-19.
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Big Tech to discuss coronavirus action at White House meeting

Facebook, Google, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and Twitter will address ways the government can work with the tech industry to tackle the coronavirus outbreak.
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E3 2020 gaming expo officially canceled due to coronavirus

E3's organizers, the Electronic Software Association, decided to cancel the three-day trade show for this year.
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Huawei P40 Pro’s March 26 launch event will now take place online

Huawei has canceled its planned P40 launch event in Paris, France, in favor of a live streamed "virtual" launch event. The March 26 date remains the same.
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This hand-washing lyrics generator means no more Happy Birthday

Fed up with singing Happy Birthday every time you wash your hands? This clever lyrics generator matches the words of any song with a hand-washing infographic.
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The wait for the Nikon D6 gets even longer, due to the coronavirus

Due to a lack of parts from suppliers, the Nikon D6 won't arrive when expected. Originally slated for March, Nikon anticipates launching the camera in May.
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Digital Trends Live: Latest on coronavirus, robot submarines, and more

On this Digital Trends Live we discuss the top stories of the day, including more coroavirus cancellations and fallout, Twitter’s “manipulated media” label.
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Apple boss tells global employees to work remotely amid coronavirus outbreak

Apple chief Tim Cook has told the company's office-based employees to work from home this week as part of measures aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19.
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Postmates and Instacart launch no-contact deliveries amid coronavirus outbreak

The delivery startups appear to be responding to the COVID-19 outbreak with new options in their apps that allow orders to be left at a customer's door.
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Everything you need to set up your new coronavirus-ready home office

The coronavirus is shuttering offices, and companies are trying to avoid lost productivity. Here's how to maintain that productivity while working from home
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SXSW conference canceled as coronavirus fears mount

On Friday, the annual week-long tech, music, and film festival held in Austin announced it would cancel as coronavirus fears spread throughout the country.
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Digital Trends Live: Coronavirus cancellations, TCL concept phones, and more

On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest stories in tech, including more coronavirus fallout and Facebook removes Trump reelection ads.
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Coronavirus: Apple and Google clamp down on COVID-19 apps

Apple and Google are reportedly only accepting COVID-19-related app submissions from recognized health bodies and governments in a bid to avoid misinformation.
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Coronavirus: Facebook to close Seattle office after worker tests positive

The 5,000 workers at Facebook’s Seattle office have been advised to work from home until March 31, after a contract worker tested positive for the coronavirus. 
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Google cancels 2020 I/O conference amid coronavirus concerns

The latest casualty of the novel coronavirus: Google's 2020 I/O developer conference, scheduled to take place May 12- 14, was canceled amid fears that the COVID-19 virus could spread through showgoers.
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SXSW: Apple and Netflix pull out over coronavirus outbreak

Apple and Netflix have reportedly pulled out of this month’s South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas, because of concerns over the coronavirus.
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Apple stores have a shortage of replacement parts due to coronavirus

According to a report, Apple may be suffering from a shortage of iPhone replacement parts due to supply chain issues related to the coronavirus outbreak.
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Coronavirus could meet its match with Folding@Home’s crowdsourced computing

Folding@Home wants to use your computer's spare processing power to aid in coronavirus research. Anyone with a computer can download the program.
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Digital Trends Live: Apple’s settlement, VR medical training, coronavirus update

On this episode Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest stories in tech, including the latest coronavirus updates, and Apple's $500 million settlement.
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In China’s hospitals, robots are helping to halt the spread of coronavirus

As the COVID-19 coronavirus epidemic continues to spread, hospitals in China have turned to a trio of robots to help fight the spread of the flu-type virus.
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How a puzzle game could help scientists find a coronavirus cure

Foldit is a puzzle game anyone can play to try and help find a cure for the coronavirus. Citizen scientists have used it to help solve other tricky problems.
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A new 14-inch MacBook Pro is coming, unfazed by coronavirus delays

A new report from Ming-Chi Kuo points toward a 14.1-inch MacBook Pro launching with a new mini-LED display. There were concerns that the new display technology could be delayed by coronavirus, but analyst says the products have been unaffected.
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Coronavirus: Google, Twitter tell some employees to work from home

More technology companies are responding to the spread of COVID-19, with Twitter telling its employees around the world to work from home if possible.
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Digital Trends Live: COVID-19 spreads, Google Stadia tiers, and more

On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest trending stories in tech, including the continuing spread of the coronavirus, Google Stadia, and more.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook addresses how the company has been affected by coronavirus

In an interview posted on Fox Business, Apple CEO Tim Cook has addressed the outbreak of coronavirus and how it has affected Apple's business for the year.
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Pandemic simulation Plague Inc. forced out of Apple’s App Store in China

Plague Inc., the pandemic simulation that found renewed popularity amid the coronavirus outbreak, was ordered to be taken down from Apple's App Store in China.
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Game Developers Conference postponed due to Coronavirus concerns

This year's Game Developers Conference has officially been postponed after several major companies dropped out due to concerns over the spread of Coronavirus.
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As coronavirus myths infect social media, WHO joins TikTok to inject truth

The World Health Organization is aiming to fight back against coronavirus misinformation by joining TikTok.
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Digital Trends Live: Coronavirus’s continued fallout, and more

On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top tech stories, including the continued effects of the coronavirus, New Zealand Air’s sleep pods, and more.
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Geneva Motor Show canceled due to coronavirus outbreak

The Geneva Motor Show, one of the biggest events in the automotive industry calendar, has been canceled due to concerns over the spread of coronavirus.
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People may start opting out of the sharing economy as coronavirus fear grows

Uber, Airbnb, and Grubhub have taken big hits to their stock prices as people opt out of the sharing economy.