The National Security Agency appears to have done a complete about-face over the controversial electronic spying program that whistleblower Edward Snowden brought to light almost six years ago now, involving the bulk collection of metadata related to Americans’ phone calls and text messages.

The NSA once defended the program — which was secretly launched during the George W. Bush administration without court approval — as vital to US national security interests. The nation was still reeling from the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, and officials later said tools like this program help the nation’s espionage professionals deal with the new realities of terrorism.

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The NSA now thinks the phone surveillance program it once defended isn’t worth it anymore originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 24 Apr 2019 at 19:41:43 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While Netflix is about to increase prices for some users, it’s also conducting several price-related tests in other markets which include cheaper pricing options. One such test was just halted in Korea, as the company apparently decided against rolling out cheaper, mobile-only subscription options to customers.

The move doesn’t necessarily mean that other markets won’t get cheaper access to Netflix, but it might indicate that well-developed countries such as South Korea aren’t going to get mobile-only subscriptions any time soon.

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Netflix was testing a cheaper, mobile-only plan, but it might already be dead originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 24 Apr 2019 at 19:06:20 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In a mobile world where carriers are seemingly obsessed with squeezing every spare cent they can from subscribers, it was a pleasant surprise to see T-Mobile CTO Neville a few weeks back promise that T-Mobile’s 5G data plans won’t be more expensive than the company’s existing 4G plans. Unfortunately, it looks as if the same can’t be said for AT&T.

During AT&T’s earnings conference call today, AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson relayed that 5G pricing could very well be tiered and that users keen on enjoying the maximum data speeds afforded by 5G will have to pay a little bit extra for the privilege.

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AT&T CEO confirms that 5G subscription plans won’t come cheap originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 24 Apr 2019 at 18:35:31 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Facebook has been dealing with one privacy-related scandal after another for more than a year now, a reality that’s about to present the social networking company with a seriously heavy financial penalty.

The company shared its first quarter results for 2019 Wednesday afternoon, and as part of that disclosure came Facebook’s acknowledgement that it expects a multibillion-dollar fine to come down from the US Federal Trade Commission. Facebook is anticipating anywhere from a $3 billion to $5 billion fine, which will certainly be a record-setting penalty for the company.

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Facebook could be fined up to $5 billion by the FTC due to privacy violations originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 24 Apr 2019 at 18:04:56 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple and Disney have already hosted splashy media events showcasing the new streaming services they each plan to launch later this year to host original content and hopefully siphon some viewership away from Netflix. Next up is AT&T, which is planning a similar unveiling and demonstration this fall — in September or October — for its HBO-centric WarnerMedia streaming service.

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AT&T will unveil its new streaming service (and maybe ruin HBO Now) this fall originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 24 Apr 2019 at 17:33:20 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Hubble Space Telescope has provided mankind with some of the most incredible views of space that we’ve ever seen. It’s shown us breathtaking images of distant objects and structures for nearly three decades, and to celebrate the 29th anniversary of its launch NASA took the time to show us some of the best galactic eye candy yet.

What you see above is the Southern Crab Nebula, which gets its unique appearance from a pair of stars locked in an incredibly close relationship. Material from one of the stars is regularly spewing out, being drawn in by the gravity of its companion star and filling the gap between both stellar bodies. The material is pushed out into space in a shape that vaguely resembled an hourglass.

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Hubble enjoyed a colorful view of the Southern Crab Nebula to celebrate 29 years in space originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 24 Apr 2019 at 17:02:31 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Shortly after Samsung sent Galaxy Fold review units to journalists this month, all hell broke loose. No matter how thoroughly Samsung tested the durability of its first foldable handset in controlled conditions, real-life usage has proven that the phone is simply not ready for prime time.

Some issues that arose, such as when reviewers peeled off the protective film, were obvious. Others, not so much. Samsung has postponed the Galaxy Fold launch, saying that it’s thoroughly examining all the reported problems. And while we’ll have to wait for their conclusions, we do now have some preliminary explanations as to why the Galaxy Fold screen is prone to failing.

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These are the reasons the Galaxy Fold failed originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 24 Apr 2019 at 16:39:57 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you want a set of scary-sharp knives but you don’t want to pay a small fortune for big-brand knives that can cost hundreds of dollars, we’ve got just the thing. The Hampton Forge HMC01A656D Rainbow Titanium Cutlery Set is a six-piece set that is razor sharp and made of incredibly strong titanium with a rainbow finish that’s unlike anything you’ve seen in the past. You’ll get a chef’s knife, a bread knife, a utility knife, and three more knives, plus blade guards for each knife. All that for just $29.99 while it’s on sale!

Hampton Forge HMC01A656D Rainbow Titanium Cutlery Set, 12-Piece, Multi: $29.99

Here are some quick notes from the product page:

• Multi Color Blades
• Blade Guard
• Hand wash Recommended

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This 12-piece titanium knife set is just $30, and it’s like nothing you’ve ever seen before originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 24 Apr 2019 at 16:16:41 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Much like the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Fold before it, Google’s Pixel 3a appears to have leaked in full ahead of its unveiling next month. On Wednesday morning, VentureBeat’s Evan Blass piled on with a leak of his own — a high-resolution Pixel 3a render that gives us our clearest look yet at the midrange phone.

As previous leaks revealed, the Pixel 3a is a blast from the past, with a design more reminiscent of the phones that came before the iPhone X than the phones that have made their debut over the last 12 to 18 months. No notches, no triple-lens camera, no in-display fingerprint sensor — the Pixel 3a forgoes all of the modern design advances that the industry has adopted in favor of a classic design that basically mirrors that of the Pixel 3.

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If you want a fantastic air fryer that will cook up crispy food without all the fatty oil — and without taking up all your counter space — we’ve got just the thing. The Dash Compact Air Fryer is a very popular model with 1.2 liters of capacity, and it retails for $50 on Amazon. Snag one right now while it’s on sale, however, and you’ll only pay $39.99!

Dash Compact Air Fryer 1.2 L Electric Air Fryer Oven Cooker with Temperature Control, Non Stick…: $39.99

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• Healthier fried food: Dash compact air fryer uses aircrisp technology (instead of oil) to help reduce added fat by 70-80%, without sacrificing the flavor of your fried food (no more residual smell hours after you’ve eaten)
• Quick + easy: short on time? simply load the 1.6 qt capacity fryer basket, set the temp, and set the timer. Your food comes out crispy, guaranteed, every time. And in less time than it takes to pre-heat your oven, making it more Energy efficient
• Safer: the auto-shut off function prevents overcooking, and the cool touch housing and handle makes it safer to use. It’s so simple, even your kids can use it! (bonus, the nonstick fryer basket is dishwasher safe for even easier cleanup!)
• Versatile: this is the perfect appliance for picky eaters, large families, or those who have busy schedules. Appetizers to desserts, 1 dozen chicken wings, 1lb French fries, even baked goods, and all within minutes of setting the timer – it couldn’t be easier!
• Compact + lightweight: half the Weight of a standard fryer, the Dash air fryer is your must-have for that first apartment, smaller kitchen, college dorm life, or camper/RV traveling. Plus, its sleek design and trendy color options will accent any kitchen space

Dash Compact Air Fryer 1.2 L Electric Air Fryer Oven Cooker with Temperature Control, Non Stick…: $39.99

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Amazon has a popular air fryer on sale for just $39.99 today originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 24 Apr 2019 at 15:30:03 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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