Wearables track COVID-19, Echo Dots retain data, Facebook Portal

• Apple Watch and other wearables can detect long-term effects of COVID-19, early research suggests
• How to use iPhone Background Sounds in iOS 15 - 9to5Mac
• Brilliant completes HomeKit rollout with updated smart plug and wall switch
• Updates to Controller for HomeKit app enhance your home automation
•  There's finally a gadget to add wireless CarPlay to any CarPlay-equipped car - and it's $46 off
•  Amazon Echo Dots Store a Wealth of Data—Even After a Reset
•  ADT and Ring reach settlement in trademark dispute over octagonal blue signs
•  Samsung pulls app support on original Galaxy Gear watch
•  Govee Glide Wall Light review: Gliding light
•  Portal From Facebook Stands for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Curtain Call

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