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CNET Asks: Are you a fan of the new Amazon Smart Home devices?

9/29/2018, 4:05:03 PM
A microwave, a clock and an in-car accessory. What do you make of Amazon's new smart devices? ✔ Now that the dust has settled from last week's Amazon event where it announced a plethora of new devices, reaffirming its commitment to be a beacon in the smart-home industry, it's time to reexamine our feelings toward it ✔ The Echo Auto device allows you to get real-time directions via voice command, as well as control your smart devices at home, all from your car


On the charge: Comparing hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles

9/30/2018, 3:57:37 AM
We compare the Toyota Prius and Hyundai Ioniq hybrids against the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and the BMW i3s electric car to evaluate the different types of electric powertrains ✔ There’s instant pick-up off the mark thanks to electric motors delivering peak torque almost immediately ✔ It’s also nice and quiet, with only the hum of the motors noticeable the cabin ✔ Let's start a personal and meaningful conversation! Leave a comment (Get advice from an expert)


German maker's first rear-wheel drive motor is a blisteringly quick triumph

9/30/2018, 2:31:39 AM
SOME things look on paper to be a ­downright stupid idea but turn out to be ­brilliant. Take the slinky, for example. That was invented by some bloke called Richard James in 1945. If I knew Rich, a… ✔ Over 530bhp is still a hefty wallop, but it makes sense not to use the 610bhp version considering there isn’t that extra safety net of torque vectoring technology ✔ I’ve had about 28 new cars since passing my test in 1964, but the Jag is by far my favourite


Mercedes-Benz C200 2019 Review | Price, features and performance

9/30/2018, 2:12:30 AM
We test the updated 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, including the C200 with its new mild-hybrid powertrain, and assess it for price, features, handling, space and performance ✔ 1/7 Is it right for me ✔ It is designed to keep the driver either invigorated on long country drives or relaxed in the cut and thrust of heavy city traffic ✔ Let's start a personal and meaningful conversation! Leave a comment (Get advice from an expert)


What Tesla’s union-busting trial means for the rest of Silicon Valley

9/29/2018, 4:13:11 PM
Tech has resisted unionization for decades — will that change? ✔ Tesla’s done a top-to-bottom redesign of cars, and of the factory workflow ✔ There are sudden pivots, and plenty of investment, despite a lack of profit so far, so tech ✔ The trial kicked off in June, where it ran for a few days before a hiatus ✔ Likely, the pro-union Whole Foods workers are watching the Tesla trial closely


The roval at Charlotte is the big NASCAR race worth watching

9/29/2018, 8:47:30 PM
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — If there was just one race to watch the entire NASCAR season it would be the one on Charlotte's new-fangled "roval" thing. NASCAR has claimed th ✔ (AP) If there was just one race to watch the entire NASCAR season it would be the one on Charlotte's new-fangled roval thing ✔ The tires are there, Smith said, because the drivers asked for them as visual aids ✔ Those turtles or the tire barrier caused problems for title contenders Hamlin, Ryan Blaney, Aric Almirola, Austin Dillon, as well as Ricky Stenhouse Jr., and all were seen assisting their crews on repairs because driver error caused overtime work


Honda Monkey review: reborn Japanese icon ridden

9/30/2018, 1:09:49 AM
What is that?A 125cc miniature motorbike with an iconic design and pretty much idiot-proof controls. So probably the easiest and most amusing entrance into the world of two wheels. Put simply, it’s the return of a legend – a freshly rebooted Honda Monkey bike for 2018.What the heck is a Monkey bike?


Tesla still has challenges after settling Musk tweet suit

9/29/2018, 11:26:30 PM
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Elon Musk's future with Tesla Motors is clearer after the company settled a securities fraud lawsuit with the federal government, but there are other clouds h ✔ The complaint originally sought Musk's removal as CEO ✔ Investors had worried that Musk would be forced out of the company at a time when Tesla is possibly in a financial bind ✔ The Securities and Exchange Commission announced the settlement Saturday, Sept ✔ 29, 2018, just two days after filing a case seeking to oust Musk as CEO


Nachos and a 90-inch TV -- what could be better?

9/29/2018, 4:04:20 PM
Show Us Yours: Chris' "basic home-theater experience" features a taste of the good life and a really, really big TV. ✔ Published: September 29, 2018 Caption: David Carnoy Photo: Chris/CNETRead the article 6 of 15 A look at the LED strips behind the TV ✔ Up Next This 'true' home theater fulfilled a childhood dream for this Illinois man Latest Stories Awe-inspiring First Man brings you the moon and stars Awe-inspiring First Man brings you the moon and stars by Richard Trenholm Gigantic-screen phone for a gigantic price Gigantic-screen phone for a gigantic price by Scott Stein 9 best food delivery apps and how to choose among them 9 best food delivery apps and how to choose among them by Josh Rotter Godzilla Italiano: Driving Nissan’s $1.5-million Italdesign GT-R50 concept car Godzilla Italiano: Driving Nissan’s $1.5-million Italdesign GT-R50 concept car by Steven Ewing The best facial recognition cameras you can buy today The best facial recognition cameras you can buy today by Megan Wollerton 9 great reads from CNET this week 9 great reads from CNET this week by CNET News staff


Tesla asks employees to beta test its full self-driving system

9/29/2018, 7:03:52 PM
Tesla is giving 100 to 200 personnel its level 5 autonomous driving system for free if they agree to provide 400 hours of driving feedback. ✔ The company is offering some of its employees the chance to get it for free, though -- so long as they're willing to share around 300 to 400 hours of driving feedback, that is ✔ A lot has happened since then: MobilEye, the chipmaker behind the company's Autopilot system, cut ties with it over safety concerns about the system


The 2019 BMW i3 now has 153 miles of range thanks to a bigger battery

9/29/2018, 8:02:01 PM
The BMW i3 is getting an upgraded battery — plus a bunch of other improvements —that will give the 2019 model about 153 miles of range. That’s roughly a 30% improvement from the previous model. The boost in range is noteworthy, yet it still lags behind the Chevy Bolt and the Tesla Model S, Mo… ✔ Now the 2019 model, which will comes with 120 Ah batteries in a 42.2-kWh-battery pack, will be able to travel about 153 miles on a single charge, BMW said ✔ Customers will also new options for the sports package, which will include black wheel arch surrounds and a suspension with specific dampers, springs and stabilizers, lowered suspension, a widened track and 20-inch light alloy wheels


Daily Deals: PlayStation Classic Back in Stock, New 3DS XL for $150

9/29/2018, 6:54:13 PM
PlayStation Classic back in stock at GameStop, Nintendo Switch Pikachu & Eevee Edition with Pokemon available at Walmart, HP OMEN X 34" 1440p GSYNC Monitor for $699.99, and More. ✔ That includes gaming consoles, video games and accessories, gaming laptops and monitors, and much more ✔ I and other people here have used Udemy and would easily recommend one of these hugely informative courses for the same cost as a Switch screen protector


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