IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 7/19/2013

Thursday, July 18, 2013

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 7/19/2013

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Overly litigious society reaches its climax as man sues Apple for porn addiction
Who says we’re a litigious society? Just because a Tennessee man can sue Apple for exposing him to internet porn doesn’t mean our judicial system is … oh, wait. Yes it does.
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The NCAA says goodbye to EA Sports, but the show will go on
The NCAA has announced that it will not renew its licensing agreement with EA Sports, making NCAA Football 14 the last game in the franchise that began in 1993.
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DT Deals: We’re giving away a 13-inch Macbook Air
Free stuff. That's basically all you need to know. We're feeling generous and want to give away the latest generation 13-inch Macbook Air. Share with friends and you'll increase the chances of winning!
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Developing a regional identity with friends in ‘The Crew’
Ivory Tower creative director Julian Gerighty discusses the development team's fun-focused goals for 'The Crew' and offers a few early details on what to expect from the game's faction-based multiplayer.
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Tinder finally launches for Android, so here’s everything you need to know about the red hot dating app
Tinder is the coolest dating app on the market, and now it's available for Android users. The social app is one part Hot or Not, one part Facebook creeper, and all parts fun - it's turning your online dating game into a truly social one. So what should you know about it?
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RT this @Pontifex! 4 even more ridiculous ways to get with the kids online
Catholic? Want to get as close to a skip purgatory and go straight to heaven card? Then you're in luck, because the Pope is going to offer indulgences for Twitter follows. But let's not stop there: How else can we bring Catholicism into the digital age?
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How to benchmark your computer: DT’s no-nonsense guide
Want to benchmark your PC but don't want to spend six hours wading through a jungle of technical mumbo jumbo just to learn how? Look no further than this no-nonsense tutorial. We'll
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Cree adds its strongest LED bulb to the collection with the 65W BR30
The war between the Philips Hue and LIFX may continue on, but Cree is staying out of that whole 'Smart Bulb' business by offering affordable LED bulbs without the flashy gimmicks.
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How to cut back on the constant buzz of Facebook Chat
Being on Facebook is already hard enough, with people bugging you constantly with a 'hey' or 'how are ya?' through chat. Here's how you can manage that with just ignoring everyone.
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Need a size 9? Nike and adidas can 3D print that for you (if you’re an NFL player)
Prototyping new shoe designs used to take weeks, but the major athletic footwear manufacturers are discovering 3D printing can shave that time closer than an Olympic sprinter training for the 100 meter dash.
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Mid-year report card: Who’s acing smart cameras and who’s flunking out?
Camera makers may be losing out to smartphones at the low-end, but they're still the go-to guys for cameras that capture the best image quality. Check out our six-month report card on who's churning out great gear, and who still has some work to do.
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Hands-on with ‘The Bureau: XCOM Declassified,’ a fresh game built on old style
After several years and numerous changes, The Bureau: XCOM Declassified is nearly ready for release. We went hands on with the third-person tactical shooter, and are happy to report that it may have been worth the wait.
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Razer Blade vs. MacBook Air 13-inch (2013): Spec showdown
Razer has been gaining a lot of ground lately with its sleek computing products. Its newest device, the Razer Blade, actually shares a few similarities with Apple's MacBook Air, even if the laptops are geared towards different audiences.
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Meet the woman who pushed Photojojo to the top with quirky gadgets and plastic dinosaurs
Finding the most unique products isn't easy, but Jen Giese has been able to line Photojojo's e-shop with neat doodads that's helped build a growing and loyal following.
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Looking for a state-of-the-art Android flip phone? Of course you aren’t!
The latest leak has got us really worried, as it appeared to show an Android flip phone from Samsung, a form factor we hoped was dying out. Thankfully, it's not quite what it seems.
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How Chevy pulled out the stops (and piled in the tech) for the new Corvette Stingray
Top Chevy exec says the new 2014 Corvette will exceed everything in the segment. But it's his scope of potential new buyers that's most intriguing.
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Google opens new Maps web interface to all, brings Earth integration and more
Google has opened its newly designed Maps web interface to all users – until now you needed an invitation to check out the new look, which was unveiled at I/O in May. It's still at the preview stage, so expect tweaks before the full version rolls out.
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Yahoo’s recycling usernames and it’s forcing me to face my 7th grade inbox
In an attempt to deny Yahoo from taking away my very first email username, I logged back into my abandoned account and walked down memory lane. Let's just say some things never change.
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Tumblr issues ‘very important’ security update for users of iOS app
Tumblr has issued a "very important" security fix for its iOS app and is urging users to download it as soon as possible. It also advised users to change their password on Tumblr as well as on any other sites where the same password is used.
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BlackBerry got dumped, but it’s not too late to be the prettiest girl at the dance!
BlackBerry's first big BB10 phone, the Z10, is not selling well. Only four months into its life, it's been discounted by major retailers. But it's a good phone. Here's what we think BlackBerry can do to gussy itself up and get ready for the next dance.
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Driverless cars to be tested on UK roads by end of year
The UK government said on Tuesday it will approve testing of driverless cars on public roads before the end of 2013. A team from Oxford University already working on driverless technology is expected to hit the highway later this year.
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Eiffel Tower gets the Street View treatment
Google's well-traveled Street View Trolley was wheeled to the top of the Eiffel Tower recently, with its captured imagery released on the service on Tuesday. The data also includes online exhibitions with archival images, plans, engravings, and more.
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Lay off, uberfans: Julie Larson-Green is qualified to hold the reins on Xbox
The reactions to Julie Larson-Green being named as the head of hardware development for Microsoft, which includes the Xbox, has been met with some resistance online due to her lack of a gaming background, some of Microsoft’s recent products, and sadly, because of her gender.
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