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Best ellipticals under $1,500 for your home gym - CNET

Want an elliptical? Try one of these from NordicTrack, Sole and more. https://cnet.co/3lJ5PRJ

Amazon Prime Air lands FAA approval for drone deliveries - CNET

Amazon and other companies are trying to make drones the future of deliveries. https://cnet.co/31KdjMf

Roman Reigns' heel turn at Payback is WWE's boldest move in years - CNET

Commentary: Believe that. https://cnet.co/3jt0XOw

WWE Payback 2020: Live updates, new US Champion, results and match ratings - CNET

Live on the WWE Network right now. https://cnet.co/31MuFIt

Save $250 on Eargo's invisible in-the-ear hearing aids - CNET

Also, doctors, nurses, first responders and military members can save 20%. If you're a federal employee, you might qualify to get Eargo hearing aids for free. https://cnet.co/2YOMwfN

Best place to buy tires in 2020 - Roadshow

Here are the best places to buy tires near you. You can choose from the best selection, online ordering and even retailers that will install your tires at your home. https://cnet.co/2QGpW4k

China on TikTok sale: Not so fast - CNET

Chinese officials update export-control rules around technology, a move that reportedly could complicate a potential TikTok sale to a US company. https://cnet.co/31FVmhR

EV maker Canoo shows running, driving skateboard platform for the first time - Roadshow

Canoo's eponymous, loungelike EV is loaded with clever engineering that sets it apart from other electric cars. https://cnet.co/2EPy0NS

Gamescom 2020: All the best trailers and demos - CNET

Lord of the Rings: Gollum, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart and more. https://cnet.co/3jD8tqj

Good news! The first Audi RS6 Avants have arrived in the US - Roadshow

Go buy one. Right now. https://cnet.co/3b5X3rS

Jeep Grand Wagoneer includes a massive nod to Detroit - Roadshow

In a new teaser photo, we see the SUV from the top down -- and a massive map. https://cnet.co/2YHfONg

Ford's Mustang Mach-E sound gets remixed by Detroit artist Dear - Roadshow

The track, called New Breed, takes the various electronic sounds that Ford crafted for the Mach-E and makes them into music. https://cnet.co/2Qx8Gi5

Former Tesla executive takes top engineering job at Rivian - Roadshow

Nick Kalayjian spent over 10 years at Tesla, and now he'll oversee engineering at the carmaker's budding rival, Rivian. https://cnet.co/2D6kxAx

NASA's Jeanette Epps set to be first Black woman to join long-term ISS crew - CNET

Epps was originally scheduled to travel to the ISS in 2018, but 2021 could now be the magic year. https://cnet.co/3hBi3JA

PS5 and Xbox Series X can game in 8K resolution. Should you care? - CNET

Far more important than 8K for gaming with Sony and Microsoft's new consoles are other graphics upgrades like high frame rate and variable refresh rate. https://cnet.co/31vRMXn

The Instant Pod makes quick K-Cup, Nespresso coffee the priority - CNET

From the makers of the Instant Pot comes a coffee maker that brews both K-Cup and Nespresso pod coffee for convenience, speed and flexibility. https://cnet.co/2EvAgd1

Spotify may help you buy tickets to virtual concerts soon - CNET

The streaming-music service already helps fans find and buy tickets to performers' in-person events -- a feature that Spotify may tweak for the coronavirus age. https://cnet.co/2QFozmR

Microsoft Flight Simulator: 5 things I learned playing the new ultrarealistic flight sim - CNET

Flight sim fans have been waiting more than a decade for this all-new version. https://cnet.co/3jdDv7K

Coronation: See the haunting trailer for AI Weiwei's movie about China lockdown - CNET

The Chinese artist and activist directed and produced the documentary from Europe, with ordinary citizens in Wuhan providing footage. It's streaming now. https://cnet.co/3lqNp8b

Facebook removes Oculus name from its annual VR conference, renames its AR/VR business - CNET

Oculus Connect, on Sept. 16, becomes Facebook Connect. And Facebook has named its AR/VR division Facebook Reality Labs. https://cnet.co/32mEFXW

Amazon now lets you design a whole room of augmented-reality furniture - CNET

The new tools, called Room Decorator, became available starting Monday for iOS users. https://cnet.co/31wltrz

Harley-Davidson Bronx streetfighter delayed until at least 2022, report says - Roadshow

Harley is delaying the Bronx to focus on its Pan America adventure touring motorcycle. https://cnet.co/2CZpFXe

Bose names its first female CEO as wait continues for new products - CNET

Former Pitney Bowes exec Lila Snyder will take the helm on Sept. 1, ending a several-month search. https://cnet.co/3grChUK

WWE Payback 2020: How to watch, start time, match card and WWE Network - CNET

Payback takes place on Sunday Aug. 30, and looks to be built around the returning Roman Reigns. https://cnet.co/2YwCX4S

These telescopes work with your phone to show exactly what's in the sky - CNET

Using your phone as your guide, these telescopes are really designed for the beginning astronomy enthusiast. https://cnet.co/2YsXbwo

WeChat users sue Trump administration over app ban - CNET

Group unaffiliated with the app's owner calls the ban unconstitutional. https://cnet.co/3j7OUWO

The Snyder Cut of Justice League on HBO Max gets first trailer at DC FanDome - CNET

After all the mini teases, director Zack Snyder drops longer, specially prepared footage of his version of Justice League. https://cnet.co/3gkm9nJ

Verizon offers Indy 500 fans an AR-enhanced peek at the 2020 race - Roadshow

With no fans in the stands, the company is using its 5G service to offer an interactive, socially distanced way to enjoy the race weekend. https://cnet.co/3l8SgdH

9 great reads from CNET this week - CNET

Why climate change is intensifying natural disasters, how Intel plans to keep Moore's Law alive, and what's the real threat to vote by mail? (Hint: It's not actually fraud). https://cnet.co/3hmX8tF

NFL 2020: What we know about the upcoming season, who's out and how to watch - CNET

The NFL is set to play in September, but with the coronavirus pandemic still ongoing, plenty of questions remain. https://cnet.co/2FOu0xt

Google parent Alphabet considered buying a slice of TikTok, report says - CNET

Alphabet reportedly mulled participating in a group bid for a small stake in the short-form video app. https://cnet.co/3j2l71x

Apple looks to cut iPhone component costs to offset high price of 5G parts, report says - CNET

For example, it'll go with different battery technology and use a simpler and smaller design, says an analyst note. https://cnet.co/3j2evjH

News publishers join Epic Games in asking Apple for lower App Store fees - CNET

A group representing the likes of The New York Times and the Washington Post asks Apple what it'll take to cut its 30% fee down to the 15% Amazon pays. https://cnet.co/2QaKP7N

Former Uber security chief charged for allegedly covering up hack - CNET

Hackers accessed data from millions of Uber users in 2016, but it wasn't revealed to the public until 2017. https://cnet.co/3aJkZ3Z

California wildfires spread massive plumes of smoke in bleak images from space - CNET

A series of wildfires across California have consumed thousands of acres of land and triggered evacuations. https://cnet.co/32e5UDV

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs. iPhone 11 Pro Max camera: Night mode, zoom, video compared - CNET

These flagship phones offer an embarrassment of riches for photographers. https://cnet.co/2FIp9hl

Best speakerphone in 2020 for working from home - CNET

Doing a lot of conference calls from home these days using Zoom, Microsoft Teams or another platform? These compact speakerphones will really improve your audio experience. https://cnet.co/2Q5Y1e0

Best portable iPhone chargers and power banks for 2020: Mophie, MyCharge and more compared - CNET

Looking for a pocket-size power bank for iPhone charging on the go? Here are some top picks. https://cnet.co/31cy9U1

Best Samsung Galaxy S10, S10 Plus and S10E cases - CNET

If you're looking for a case for your Galaxy S10, whatever flavor it is, here's an assortment of our top picks. https://cnet.co/3aBcXu8

Panasonic is launching a cubicle for your work-from-home setup in September - CNET

Make home feel just like the office. https://cnet.co/2Y9YpfW

Google updates multiroom audio for smart speakers and displays - CNET

Google is rolling out updates that change speaker selection across your smart home. https://cnet.co/3iRRjVf

The best new cars for teens in 2020, according to US News - Roadshow

This should take some of the guesswork out of picking the right new car for your kid. https://cnet.co/313TQpo

TikTok launches Twitter account to 'set the record straight' - CNET

The video app wants to combat the spread of rumors. https://cnet.co/2YcuXWD

2021 Ram 1500 TRX vs. Ford F-150 Raptor: Off-road beasts compared - Roadshow

With Ram's new 1500 TRX, the tough-guy Ford F-150 Raptor has some proper competition at last. https://cnet.co/3kPjI0d

Han Solo deepfake brings Harrison Ford to Solo: A Star Wars Story - CNET

And it works incredibly well. https://cnet.co/3kMoxr3

Get an Apple Watch Series 5 for just $299 - CNET

The latest version of Apple's smartwatch hits its lowest price ever. https://cnet.co/3g4D4uo

2021 Ford GT Heritage Edition digs into GT40's first Daytona victory - Roadshow

Before Ford faced Ferrari at Le Mans, it brought home a win at the 1966 Daytona 24 Hour Continental race, and this new model honors said victory. https://cnet.co/3445brg

Best tire shine spray and gel for 2020 - Roadshow

Keep your rubber looking new with our top tire shine picks. https://cnet.co/3kSPn0v

This 3-axis handheld gimbal stabilizer helps you shoot better video for just $161 - CNET

Save 40% on the Zhiyun Crane M2, which works with smartphones and cameras up to about 1.5 pounds. https://cnet.co/2Y6WnNB

Mini-LED gets cheaper: How tiny new lights could improve your next big LCD TV - CNET

The new TCL 6-Series is powered by smaller LEDs and starts at $650. Here's why that matters. https://cnet.co/3kLvCrL