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This year, the lines for Apple's iPhone 5S will be more tense than usual. No early preorders means fans need to visit a store to have the phone on launch day. And with reports of limited supplies, it also could be a challenge to get the color you want.

But hundreds of customers are avoiding the lines by hiring someone to hold their spot. TaskRabbit is a popular service for finding someone else to wait in line. So far about 250 TaskRabbit users have hired someone to wait in line for the iPhone 5S, … Read more

CNET Update is adapting to change:

It's a new day for Apple as iOS 7 rolls out, giving iPhones, iPad and iPod Touches a major makeover. Be sure to read the full iOS 7 review to get acquainted with the changes, and do some prep work before updating.

CNET's How-To team is also compiling tips and tricks for using new iOS 7 features, including the camera app, gestures and iTunes Radio. Even if you don't have an Apple device, you can still access iTunes Radio through the new iTunes software, version 11.1.

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CNET Update is AirDropping this to everyone:

Apple's iOS 7 is rolling out to iPhones, iPads and the latest iPod Touch on Wednesday. This episode of Update gets you prepared for what to expect in the new operating system, including AirDrop. The new way of wirelessly sharing files to other nearby Apple users will be convenient, but it also holds potential for annoyance. With the feature turned on, will sending unsolicited photos to nearby girls at a bar be a new pick-up tactic? Will retail stores push out advertisements to those passing by at the mall? It will be … Read more

CNET Update wasn't much into Bumping:

In this episode of Update:

- Reminisce the days of Bump, now that Google bought the tap-to-share app. Expect wireless file sharing to be a popular topic when Apple's AirDrop feature launches Wednesday on iOS 7.

- Collaborate easier with new tools coming to Box, which may rival other note-taking apps like Evernote.

- Spot Twitter #Music playlists on Spotify and Rdio.

- See how Sprint's "One Up" plan measures up to other early upgrade plans. And if you're considering switching to Sprint, the carrier will cut $100 off the price of a new phone … Read more

CNET Update prepares for the gold rush:

In this episode of Update:

- Learn how this year's iPhone preorder launch differs from previous years.

- If you want an iPhone 5S right away, prepare to hunt in stores for the unique gold color, or order online at 12:01 a.m. Pacific on Sept. 20.

- Don't be surprised if other smartphones soon come in gold, like the HTC One.

- See how high tech meets high fashion with iPhone 5S on the runway and Galaxy Gear's new glam accessories at Fashion Week.

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CNET Update wonders if Mr. Clippy is jealous:

In this episode of CNET Update:

- Get ready for an A.I. computer catfight between Apple's Siri and Microsoft's Cortana.

- See what Chromecast-like feature will be coming to Roku devices soon.

- Prepare for Samsung to push out TVs with a Tizen operating system.

- Play with new photo-editing tools in Google+ on the Chrome browser.

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CNET Update wants to share the streams:

In this episode of Update:

- Learn what new streaming features might be in store for Apple TV next week.

- Share your show recordings with others with TiVo's new system.

- Get a hint of what the new Amazon Kindle Fire HD tablets may look like.

- See if a new Intel Atom chip could help lower the cost of Android tablets.

- Say farewell to the iOS Cards app, but you can still send postcards from a phone with Ink.

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CNET Update is touchy about passwords:

This time around, Apple is releasing two new iPhones. Today's CNET Update video explains what's new about the high-end iPhone 5S, including a fingerprint scanner and a better camera. But if you don't care about those upgrades, cut $100 off the price with the plastic iPhone 5C.

With the new models, Apple says goodbye to last year's iPhone 5 -- but the older iPhone 4S survives and will be sold for free with a new contract.

Pre-orders for the iPhone 5C begin September 13, but Apple is not taking pre-orders … Read more

CNET Update sees big things for micro consoles:

In this episode of Update:

- Learn more about Sony's PlayStation Vita TV box that plays Vita games and streams from the PS4.

- Look out for the upgraded PS Vita 2000 hitting Japan first in October.

- Expect new Surface tablets to be revealed September 23. The new models will likely hit stores the same day as Windows 8.1 on October 18.

- Stream Xbox Music on Apple and Android devices with newly released apps. It's also available for free on the Web.

- Get reviews of Internet-connected … Read more