NYT: Chinese hackers detected and repurposed NSA malware for attacks

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An unidentified group of hackers that are referred to as Shadow Brokers posted several NSA hacking tools online in 2016 and 2017. But a new report reveals that some of the NSA’s malware tools were reversed-engineered long before that by Chinese hackers who then used them in cyberattacks targeting other countries.

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Four weeks in, ‘Game of Thrones’ season 8 is still drawing record viewership

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Sunday’s fourth episode of the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones certainly had a tough act to follow, given that the bloody, battle-heavy third episode of the season had been so highly anticipated and delivered on its promise of pretty much wall-to-wall action. The following episode was more of a rearranging of the players and getting everything in place ahead of the final confrontation of the season — and the series, sniff! — against Cersei and her forces that have been massing at King’s Landing.

As such, the ratings for Sunday’s episode The Last of the Starks did drop a bit from The Long Night, the preceding episode focused on the battle for Winterfell against the army of the dead. But while the just-released figures do show a dip, they’re still on par with season 8’s record-setting premiere and speak to the sustained level of excitement that this season of GoT has generated.

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$130 gets you a palm-sized device that turns any screen into a Windows 10 PC

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You might not realize it yet, but anything and everything in your home or office that has a screen and an HDMI-in port is a Windows 10 PC. All you need is the Intel Compute Stick CS125 Computer to make it happen. Think of this tiny little device as the Roku Stick or Fire TV Stick of Windows 10 computers. All you have to do is plug it into an open HDMI port on a TV or monitor, connect a wired or wireless keyboard and mouse, and presto — you’ve got a full-fledged computer!

Intel Compute Stick CS125 Computer with Intel Atom x5 Processor and Windows 10 (BOXSTK1AW32SC): $129.61

Here are the highlights from the product page:

Quad-Core Intel Atom x5-Z8300 Processor
Windows 10 (32-bit)
Intel HD graphics
2 GB DDR3L 1600 MHz soldered down single-channel memory
Integrated Wireless 802.11ac (Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265)
One USB 3.0 and One USB 2.0
Bluetooth 4.0

Intel Compute Stick CS125 Computer with Intel Atom x5 Processor and Windows 10 (BOXSTK1AW32SC): $129.61

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Google’s huge Android Q privacy push means nothing to hundreds of millions of users

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Privacy is finally starting to feel like a priority for Google, and you only need to look at the company’s Android Q presentation from this year’s I/O event to realize that Google is going to be more serious about protecting your data, location included, from third-party developers and Google itself.

But that’s good news only on paper. In reality, many Android users will not get those Android privacy features Google advertised on stage, and that’s because Android isn’t built that way.

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The best-selling aviator sunglasses on Amazon’s whole site are down to $6 today

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Summer is right around the corner, which means there are tons of deals out there on summer essentials. And if there’s anything more essential for summer than a good pair of aviator sunglasses, we’re not sure what it is. Amazon has the best-selling Stylle Classic Aviator Sunglasses on sale right now for as little as $5.99 depending on which color combination you want. That’s a great deal for a great pair of sunglasses, so don’t pass it up.

Stylle Aviator Sunglasses, Gunmetal Frame With Red Lenses, 100% UV Protection: $5.99

Here are the key details from the product page:

metal frame
Plastic lens
non-polarized
Lens width: 57 millimeters
Timeless Design: Aviators provide a classic look that’s always in style and compliments all face shapes and sizes. Lenses and frames are perfect for both men and women
Extremely Rugged: Frames are constructed from durable material, providing less breakage and bending over time
Great Quality: Lenses are impact resistant, and offers crisp visual clarity and 100% UV protection
Excellent Value: Compare our shades to top designers and it’ll be difficult to see a difference as ours are just as stylish and attractive
Built to Last: Sunglasses are backed by a 2-year money back guarantee

Stylle Aviator Sunglasses, Gunmetal Frame With Red Lenses, 100% UV Protection: $5.99

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Archaeologists found 1,000-year-old cocaine in an ancient drug stash

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Humans who lived 1,000 years ago could never have imagined the incredible advancements the subsequent centuries would bring. What we consider to be our mundane daily routines would be utterly mind-blowing to our distant ancestors but, as a new discovery in South America makes perfectly clear, humans who roamed the continent 1,000 years ago had some of the same vices that we do today.

A new research paper published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reveals the discovery of what archaeologists are calling a “ritual bundle” which contained a number of psychotropic substances, including cocaine and possibly magic mushrooms.

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One of Bose’s best sound bars is $200 off right now

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The $700 Bose SoundTouch 300 Soundbar is meant to compete with the likes of the Sonos Playbar and other high-end options out there, with its sleek design and sound quality that will blow you away. Unlike those other models, however, the SoundTouch 300 includes Alexa voice control. Also unlike those other models, it’s on sale right now on Amazon for $200 off! (Or, if you’re looking for a cheaper option that’s also simple and compact, the Bose Solo 5 is somehow still down to $199!)

Bose SoundTouch 300 Soundbar, works with Alexa: $499.00

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Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately).
HDMI connectivity with 4K pass-through brings your music, movies and TV shows to life. Supported audio formats : Dolby Digital, DTS
Premium glass and metal grille make the soundbar look as good as it sounds. Video source compatibility: HDMI and 4K pass-through
Bluetooth with NFC pairing and Wi-Fi technology let you stream music wirelessly, whichever way you prefer. Listen to music services like Amazon Music, Spotify and Pandora and your personal stored music
Add optional Acoustimass 300 wireless bass module and Virtually Invisible 300 wireless surround speakers anytime for deeper bass and full-on surround sound
Adapted audio room calibration fine-tunes the system’s sound to your room, so your sound always fits your space

Bose SoundTouch 300 Soundbar, works with Alexa: $499.00

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The 7 biggest announcements from Google I/O 2019

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The Google I/O 2019 keynote is officially a wrap and the tech world is still buzzing following all of the big announcements Google made during its opening presentation. The event itself is obviously geared toward developers, since it is a developer conference after all. But the keynote presentation is always packed full of big announcements that are just as important to consumers as they are to developers, if not more so. Such was the case during the Google I/O 2019 keynote that just concluded, and we’ve got plenty to recap from the big show.

In this post, we’ve rounded up all the most important things Google announced at I/O 2019. Whether you missed the event and want a roundup of all the major news or you watched live and just want a recap of all the big announcements, this is your one-stop shop for all the news you need.

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Get a $40 smartphone-connected blood pressure monitor for $28 with this special coupon

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In a world where anything and everything is connected these days, to the point where some smart devices don’t even make sense. On the flip side of the coin, there are some devices where you don’t even realize how much you would benefit from having connectivity and a smartphone app. Such is the case with the iHealth Ease Wireless Bluetooth Blood Pressure Monitor. This awesome gadget connects to your iPhone or Android device so that you can get an accurate blood pressure reading quickly and easily, and it also tracks your readings. It’s well worth the $40 price tag, but the special coupon code BPCARE30 chops the price down to just $27.99. Definitely grab one before this coupon expires!

: $27.99 (use code BPCARE30)

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Cinically-grade Technology, FDA cleared and doctor recommended wireless automatic upper arm blood pressure monitor from iHealth. The iHealth Ease upper arm blood pressure machine using the same iHealth blood pressure technology featured in dable Eductional Trust with clinical test done (European Society of Hypertension2010 Approved ).
Dock design for your iPhone, iPad and Android devices ( iOS 8.0 or later. Android 5.0 or later.Requires Bluetooth 4.0.and up). Seamless Connectivity by Bluetooth Smart Technology, all the readings ( displays blood pressure, heart rate and detects arrhythmia) will be automatically uploaded from the Bluetooth blood pressure monitor cuff to your mobile devcies. Perfect for home and office using.
Fast and Comfortable. The iHealth Ease BP monitor captures readings in about 20-30 seconds—about ½ the time as the leading competitor—while the blood pressure cuff is inflating to minimize squeezing.
Easy to Use. One touch on the app triggers the iHealth BP monitor to provide you complete tracking and data history in graph form. Email readings to family or physician from mobile app and the app holds unlimited readings.
What You Get: 1 FDA Cleared & Medical CE Approved blood pressure machine that meets ESH 2010 performance standards, built-in 2200mAh batteries, 1 wide range cuff that fits upper arms with Circumference of 8.7″-14.2″ (22-36cm) ,1 micro USB cable for charging,1 Instruction manual & 1 Quick User Guide (English, French and Spanish),our worry-free 12-month warranty and friendly US-based customer service.

: $27.99 (use code BPCARE30)

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Google officially unveils its brand new Pixel 3a lineup

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Google, in stark contrast to Apple, isn’t typically obsessed about keeping new technologies it has been working on under wraps. That being the case, much of what we can expect from the company’s annual I/O developer conference has already leaked out. Still, Google traditionally uses I/O to officially unveil some of its more exciting new products and services — with a focus on Android, of course — and this year is no exception.

With Google I/O already underway, the search giant earlier today unveiled a number of compelling and intriguing updates to software like Google Lens, Duplex, Google Assistant, and Android. Naturally, Google saved the best for last when it introduced a line of new Pixel phones designed to be far more budget-friendly.

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