Wednesday, October 23, 2013

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 10/24/2013

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Tags, tabs, Maps, and everything else you need to know about OS X Mavericks
The new OS X Mavericks operating system includes many changes. Here's everything you need to know about Mavericks.
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How to upgrade to Mac OS X Mavericks for free
Apple's latest operating system, Mac OS X Mavericks, is here (and it won't cost you a dime). Take a look at our quick guide on how to upgrade to Mavericks for free so you can tap into Apple's latest OS.
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Apple Mac Pro 2013 vs. Mac Pro 2012: spec showdown
Apple's new Mac Pro certainly looks like something not of this Earth, but how does it compare with the old Mac Pro? This spec showdown should give you a pretty clear idea.
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Tablet fight! Nokia’s Lumia steps on Surface while iPad soars above the fray
If you battened down the hatches Tuesday for 12 hours of tablet-related product news, you would be forgiven for doing so too late to avoid Nokia's opening salvo, which landed with a barely a thud in the face of Apple's iPad onslaught.
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12 photos of Apple’s new iPad Mini with Retina Display
Hit the jump to check out the first images of Apple's new-and-improved, second-generation iPad Mini.
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MacBook Pro 2013 vs. MacBook Pro 2012: spec showdown
Apple recently unveiled two new Retina MacBook Pro models at its keynote address in San Francisco, but how do the incremental updates compare spec wise to the former Retina MacBook Pro? Check out our spec showdown for a side-by-side look at the differences.
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You’re doing it wrong: Georgia man demonstrates how not to nap roadside
A Georgia news crew captured a crazy hit and run, where a passed out driver wakes up and plows into traffic before fleeing. This is one of the strangest accidents you are likely to see, and it confirms a long held suspicion. Ram trucks make surprisingly good battering rams.
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Happy Birthday! 5 big milestones from 5 years of Android
It's five years since Android first hit the stores, and in that time, it has becomes the world's most used smartphone operating system. We take a look back at five of the most important milestone's in the mobile OS's short history.
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Tell me how you really feel: Tesla founder Elon Musk says ‘fuel cell is so bullsh*t’
At a speaking engagement in Munich, Germany recently, Tesla CEO Elon Musk called hydrogen “fuel cell so bullsh*t.” This isn’t the first time Musk has derided fuel cell technology. It makes me wonder what about fuel cells makes him so mad.
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Ricoh wraps GR with new limited-edition exterior, still the same large-sensor compact
On the inside, there's nothing different about Ricoh's GR Limited Edition from the standard model. It's the exterior with a high-gloss greenish shine that will grab your attention.
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iPad Mini with Retina vs. iPad Mini: Apple lays down a big upgrade for its small tablet
How big of an upgrade is the new iPad Mini compared to the original model? We put the two small Apple tablets side-by-side and examine the specs to see if the second generation is worth upgrading to you.
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11 photos of the new MacBook Pro with Retina Display
Hit the jump to get the first look at the newest generation of MacBook Pro laptops, unveiled today at Apple's press event in San Francicso.
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iPad Mini 2 vs Nexus 7 vs Kindle Fire HDX: Spec Showdown
Apple announced the second generation of the iPad Mini today. How does it stack up against other favorite tablets like the Nexus 7 and Amazon Kindle Fire HDX? We find out with a spec showdown.
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100,000 miles on hydrogen: Chevy’s Fuel Cell Equinox breaks new mile mark
The fuel cell powered Chevy Equinox has accumulated its miles as a fleet vehicle for a movie studio and an engineering test car. The 100,000 mile mark is a major accomplishment along the path to hydrogen's viability as an alternative fuel. With consumer fuel cell cars on the way, this is an important sign that reliable hydrogen power is a reality.
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Jeep finally sorts out Cherokee transmission troubles and schedules deliveries
After two delays and months of sitting in lots, Chrysler Group claims to have sorted out the problems and is ready to deliver the Jeep Cherokee. If the fixes have actually worked then this could be very good news for Chrysler as the Cherokee is expected to be an important car and a big seller for the automaker's future.
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Check out the iPad Air from every angle in these photos
Get a preview of the newest addition to the iPad family - the iPad Air - in this gallery of images taken straight from Apple's press event in San Francisco.
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iWork and iLife are now free if you buy an iPad or Mac
Apple unveiled updates to its iWork and iLife apps at its big iPad and Mac event. Here are the changes it showed off to the now free software suite for computers and tablets.
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Not ready to ditch that iPad 4? Here’s how it compares to the iPad Air
Is the fifth-generation of the iPad worth getting? We compare the newest Apple tablet to last year's model of the device to see how big of a difference this refresh of the device truly is.
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Say hello to the new iPad Mini and its sexy Retina screen
Apple has officially unveiled the newest iPad Mini, which will come with a Retina screen and new 64-bit A7 processor. The old iPad Mini will continue to be sold at a discounted price.
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Apple launches slimmer, faster, and better looking new iPad Air
Apple has launched the fifth generation, full-size iPad Air tablet during an event in San Francisco. The new device is slimmer, faster and better looking than ever before.
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‘Battlefield 4′ and ‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ duel with competing packed story trailers
Check out the latest story trailers for Battlefield 4 and Call of Duty: Ghosts. Both released this week, and a close look at each one offers a few insights about what's coming in the next-gen and the state of shooters in general.
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Apple extends battery life, cuts prices (and weight) on its new MacBook Pros
The next generation of Apple MacBook Pros get Intel's new Haswell processors for longer battery life, along with slimmer designs, faster Wi-fi, and prices that drop by $200 across the board.
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Apple reveals specs, $3,000 price for new Mac Pro, release set for December
Apple announced multiple new Mac Pro details, including specs, price tag, and release date at an event held in San Francisco today. Unfortunately, it won't hit shelves until December.
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Apple reveals Mac OS X Mavericks is free to download today
Apple shared some new details about Mac OS X Mavericks during an event held in San Francisco today.
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New extension blocks annoying Facebook-created ads … but we have some concerns
Sick of game suggestions and requests to rate movies? This Adblock Plus tool can get rid of them - but there could be cause for concern, given the fact the Adblock Plus isn't averse to working with ad creators.
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Does the world need another Porsche Panamera? Infiniti sure seems to think so
It's not often that you hear the words "Infiniti" and "Porsche" in the same sentence, but that could change. The Japanese luxury brand needs a prestigious flagship model, and it has its sights set on the Panamera.
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Behold! A snowboard boot that helps you ride like a pro and look like a hipster
Let's say you've just finished building the most high-performance snowboard boot available, but it's missing a certain something – what do you do? Duh … wrap it in Red Wing Leather.
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‘Titanfall’ coming in March 2014 with $250 Collector’s Edition
Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment confirm the U.S. and European launch dates for Titanfall. The game arrives in North America on March 11, 2014, for Xbox 360, Xbox One, and PC, either on its own or as part of a $250 Collector's Edition.
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Who needs streetlights when you’ve got glow-in-the-dark streets?
A small UK company has developed a new water-resistant, spray-on coating that absorbs UV light during the day and releases it at night – potentially providing cities with a low-cost alternative to streetlights.
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I thought 2 was better than 1; BMW replaces 1 Series with less dynamic-looking 2 Series
Some BMW enthusiasts snapped some photos of the new M235i at a dealer presentation this week. What we see is the high-end 2014 2 Series in red. I worry, though, this new 2 is not as good looking as the outgoing 1.
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