IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 28/05/2013

Scary but true: IIHS releases new crash test video series
Realizing how few consumers actually understood what test crashes looked like or what the rigorous tests entailed, the IIHS created a video series explaining the various points of its work. The footage may give you some pause the next time you drive.

First drive: 2014 Lexus IS 250 AWD has grip, just not enough glory
The 2014 Lexus IS 250 offers the fundamentals of a good luxury sports sedan, but buyers will need to look long and hard at the options list.

Are you ready to bring your iPad to a classical music concert?
On April 25, at a classical concert in London, composer Stephen Goss encouraged the audience to bring an iPad to the performance, so they could enjoy a series of videos specially produced to enhance his latest piano concerto. It was a world first, designed to attract younger listeners, but would it work? We went along to find out.

Jetsetter: How used games work on Xbox One according to UK retailers
This week in Jetsetter, Digital Trends looks to the United Kingdom for details on just how used games will be sold and played on Xbox One. Meanwhile, the Korean government says games are like drugs. Plus: Capcom releases the sweetest limited editions ever... in Japan.

Hands on: Hisense takes on the Nexus 7 with the $100 Sero 7 LT and $150 Sero 7 Pro
We go hands on with Hisense's new Sero 7 LT and Sero 7 Pro, two new low-cost Android tablets that will soon give the Nexus 7 some competition.

Best apps of the week: TempoRun, Poker Night 2, Tinder, and more
Looking for some new apps to fill up your phone or tablet with? Look no further, as we've collected the best apps of the week, both new and updates, all in one place. Improve your running music, play matchmaker for your friends, play a hand of poker with your favorite characters, and more.

Social networks, hear our cries! Why don’t you all support animated GIFs?
If GIFs are the communication tool of the Internet masses, then why won't social sites support them? It's time we dig into finding some reasons - or maybe even some loopholes.

Terms & Conditions: The Xbox One will watch and listen (but what can it share?)
Microsoft's new Kinect motion controller, which sports a high-resolution 1080p camera and multiple microphones has users worried about privacy – and a quick look at the legalese shows they may be on to something.

How to connect your laptop to a TV
Wondering how you can get that YouTube video onto the big screen in your living room? Check this guide to learn how to do it.

Best Linux Software: Our favorites for any desktop environment
Making a list of the best Linux software is a tough task, but we did our best to include a wide variety of programs that the average user will find helpful. Check out our top picks for the best Linux software, as chosen by our resident Linux gurus.

WTF, Internet? Stop telling me teens know what’s best for the Web
WTF, Internet? This week's Web indiscretion comes courtesy of the teen trendcaster - and more over, the depressing plethora of reports telling me that they knows what's good for me and my Internet habits. As if.

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Monday, May 27, 2013

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 28/05/2013

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