Twitter suspends spammy follow/unfollow social media companies

Twitter is flexing its muscles, and some businesses are pissed.

Twitter has suspended three prominent social media companies that enable clients to rapidly follow and unfollow accounts using the Twitter API. This is a popular strategy for increasing followers, but a practice that's largely seen as spammy.

SEE ALSO: Selling fake followers and likes can land you in trouble with the law

Twitter says that the companies' actions were a violation of Twitter's terms, and it is enforcing the rules in its effort to improve "conversational health" on the platform, and as part of its larger effort to crack down on spam. But representatives from the companies are pissed, saying that they received no warning, and claiming that they have complied with Twitter's communications and requests in the past. Read more...

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iPhone accessories are on sale today: Save on Airpods, Otterbox cases, and more at Amazon

On Fridays, we usually say TGIF.

Today we're saying Thank Goodness It's Friday, Especially If You're An Apple Person.

Amazon has Airpods, OtterBox cases, headphone jack adapters, lightning cables, and more on sale today. If you've been itching to upgrade headphones, replace that janky charger, or ensure you won't shatter that screen again, your waiting has paid off.

These sales also make a great opportunity for snagging a Valentine's Day gift or even an early Mother's or Father's Day gift — because you don't know when they'll be on sale again.

Here are a few of our favorite deals: Read more...

Apple Airpods — $147 (save $12)

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Secure your devices with McAfee Total Protection - on sale for 74% off at Amazon

The internet is an awesome tool, but it can also be a dangerous place. Viruses, malware, ransomware, and more can attack your devices if you’re not protected.

Save your phone, tablet, and computer from these unwanted programs with McAfee Total ProtectionThe software is on sale for $22.99 at Amazon, down from $89.99. That's a 74% savings!

McAfee secures up to five devices and grants you access to antivirus protection, safe web browsing, identity theft protection, password management, and encrypted storage. The software also optimizes your computer’s performance and keeps it running like new by blocking autoplay videos on websites and minimizing bandwidth usage. Read more...

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Apple ramps up hiring for its upcoming video streaming service

Don't sweat it: These are 7 of the best headphones for running or hitting the gym in the UK

The only thing more important to runners than their trainers is a quality pair of headphones and a killer playlist. Running without music is like some form of medieval torture: it sucks. And cheap, crappy headphones just aren't going to cut it.

When shopping for a quality pair of headphones to wear while running, you'll want to look at a few key factors: Are they sweatproof/waterproof? Will they stay in your ears? Are the volume controls easily accessible? If you answer no to any of these questions, then you know the headphones aren't going to work.

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Now is your last chance to save over £1000 on a Philips 55-inch 4K Ultra HD OLED TV

We'll cut straight to the chase on this one because time is running out. You don't have weeks, or even days to scoop this deal. This one is down to a matter of hours, so if you fancy saving over £1000 on a top-of-the-range TV then you need to act right now.

The Philips 55-inch 4K Ultra HD OLED TV with Android Smart TV normally retails at £2000. That is a pretty hefty price to pay for a TV, no matter how advanced, and that may have been enough to put you off in the past. The good news is that this set is now down to £999, saving you a massive £1001. The other bit of good news is that this TV comes with three sides of ambilight, perfect HDR colour, HD freeview, and 30w sound. Read more...

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Never lose your keys again with the Tile Mate tracker on sale for $20 off at Best Buy

How many times have you been in a rush to leave the house only to realize you can’t find your keys? Frustrating, isn’t it? You don’t have to live like this.

Find your misplaced items with Tile Mate Bluetooth trackers — the four-pack is on sale for $39.99 at Best Buy. That’s cheaper than you’ll find it at Amazon, Walmart, and Tile’s official site.

The compact devices attach to keychains, bags, and more and let you track their position via Bluetooth from up to 150 feet away using the Tile app. When you tap the “find” icon in the app, the associated Tile emits a loud ringtone so that you’re able to locate your lost item. (They also make great gifts for the people in your life who, uh, need them.) Read more...

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