Wednesday, November 27, 2013

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 28/11/2013

Digital Trends



What’s the difference between ’4-wheel drive’ and ‘all-wheel drive?’
While "4-wheel drive" and "all-wheel drive" are related, they are actually different in how they work and the driving experience the result in. Here's what to expect.
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Watch your mouth on the Xbox One or you may be banned
Users on Xbox One are reporting that they have been banned from various apps including Upload Studio and Skype for using profanity. Microsoft has confirmed the bans on Upload Studio, but not Skype.
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Software startup Goldee brings home lighting to a whole new level
Software maker Goldee has developed a new piece of hardware that aims to solve the fundamental problem of smart lighting - the fact that you need a smartphone or tablet to control it.
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YouTube’s comment section gets even crappier, thanks to spammers
Google changed teh YouTube comment system to connect it to Google+, but it gave spammers a big opportunity to leave bad links on YouTube.
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Tesla’s Model S isn’t just eco-friendly, it’s snow-friendly, too
The Tesla Model S is a fantastic piece of engineering capable of great driving feats - and Tesla wants you to know that winter driving is one of them. Featuring high tech traction control and 50/50 weight distribution the Tesla S is capable of handling shockingly well in winter conditions.
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Having problems with your Xbox One? We have some possible solutions
Over 1 million people got their hands on Microsoft’s Xbox One console following its November 22 launch. Of those 1 million people though, not everyone had an ideal experience. The sad reality of any new electronic hardware launch is that there is going to be a margin of error that is deemed acceptable by the […]
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After a possibly daring heist, Double Fine regains its games ‘Stacking’ & ‘Costume Quest’
Double Fine Productions recovers the rights to Costume Quest and Stacking from Nordic Games, in a deal that will see both titles - along with Double Fine's Psychonauts - co-published in North America by the two companies in 2014.
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Stick with a Rolex: Why you shouldn’t give a smartwatch this season
Smartwatches like the Galaxy Gear are one of this holiday season's hottest new items, but do you really want to buy one? Here's why you may want to hold off on the watch until next year.
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Future iPhone cameras could employ Lytro-like light-field tech for image refocusing
Apple has been awarded a U.S. patent for a camera system that can refocus an image after it has been shot. The system uses light-field technology that's similar to Lytro.
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Multi-person video calls, retinal scanning, and everything about the Galaxy S5
How will Samsung impress with its next flagship smartphone? Step right this way for a feast of rumors to sate your curiosity about the Galaxy S5. We cover everything from retinal scanners to a possible move to metal.
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This device uses honey bees to detect cancer
Portuguese designer Susana Soares has developed a stunningly simple device that uses honeybees to detect the early stages of diseases like cancer, diabetes, and tuberculosis. Hit the jump to find out how it works!
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Winamp Change.org page hits 25k signatures, fans open Save Winamp site
After AOL announced that it would be turning the lights off on Winamp next month, a host of regular joes have taken to the (virtual) streets to try to save the long-running media player.
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Black Friday deals guide 2013
The craziest holiday saving season is upon us, and here's a look at upcoming Black Friday deals on gadgets and accessories - if you dare brave the lines.
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Google’s Eric Schmidt writes his own guide for switching to Android
Google chairman Eric Schmidt may not be unbiased when it comes to Apple versus Android, but his guide to switching to his company's own mobile operating system is attracting some major attention on - where else? - Google Plus.
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‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ leads next-gen launch sales, sky continues to be blue
Call of Duty: Ghosts is officially the top-selling next-gen launch title in North America, and the most-played multiplayer game on Xbox One too. It's also the most-played game overall on PlayStation 4.
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Microsoft offers free game to faulty Xbox One owners
Hear a grinding noise when you pop a disc in your Xbox One? You may have a free game coming to you as a "sorry" from Microsoft, which is scrambling to fix the issue and pacify consumers.
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Vizio’s S5430w sound bar is a wide load of superior sound
Vizio unveiled today it's new flagship sound bar, the 54-inch S5430w. The $300 stretch limo of sound bars is designed to fit perfectly beneath your massive flat screen TV and boasts 3-channel audio, with wide stereo sides, and a center channel for ultra clear dialog.
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Facebook updates Kosovo’s status from ‘It’s complicated’ to ‘country’
Facebook recently recognized the disputed territory of Kosovo as a “country,” following a campaign by “digital diplomat” volunteers. That puts the social network in line with 105 countries around the world that view Kosovo as a sovereign land.
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Google adds airports, more to Google Street View
Ever wish you could take a sneak peek at the inside of the airport you'll need to sprint through when trying to catch your flights this holiday season? Google Street View just added a bunch of airports, a prominent train station and more.
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You can now pre-order the $180 Moto G in America
Motorola's new Moto G was originally down for its U.S. launch early next year, however the company has decided Christmas should come early, and has put the phone up for pre-order through its own online store.
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‘Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas’ comes to lots of mobile devices in December
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is coming to so many mobile devices in December 2013. Android, iOS, Windows Phone, all with the expected contextual touchscreen controls, improved-for-mobile checkpointing, and controller support.
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There’s a good reason Halo wasn’t an Xbox One launch title
Microsoft Studios executive Phil Spencer explains why a full-fledged Halo game is absent from the Xbox One's launch lineup and gives a sense of what's to come for the first year of the new console's life.
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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a … jellyfish?
A team from NYU has designed the first-ever flying robot that is inspired by something that doesn't even fly: A jellyfish. Click the jump to checkout the jellyfish-bot in action.
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Five improvements we want to see from the PS4
Although the PS4 is an excellent console, it is going to evolve significantly over the coming months and years. Here are five things we’d like to see updated sooner rather than later.
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Five improvements we want to see from the Xbox One
The Xbox One is out and it's great. It's not perfect though. The console is built to be flexible, and it's bound to be updated in ways that change its inner workings. Here's what we want to see changed first.
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Polestar answers tens of Volvo nerds’ prayers, sending souped S60 and V60 into production
Last year, Volvo tuner Polestar teased us with a 508 horsepower S60 sedan. Now, it's putting a toned-down version into production, and adding a V60 wagon version to the mix. Both Swedish hot rods will be sold in the U.S.
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Protect your S-Pen with these 10 Galaxy Note 3 cases
Samsung’s Galaxy Note 3 is beautiful and big, which can make it a little tricky to handle. All the more reason to make sure you snag a decent protective case. Here are our 10 favorites.
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Message syncing, other updates coming to Skype soon, Microsoft says
If there's anything that's achieved household name status in the tech world, like Bono or Sting, it's Skype. Fortunately for Skype users, Microsoft is developing some updates designed to make it a smoother experience.
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We wave goodbye as the last ‘entry-level’ Lambo, the Gallardo, rolls off production line
Has it been 10 years already? The Lamborghini Gallardo has been the company's "entry-level" model since its debut at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show, but now it's time to put this bull out to pasture.
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The new Tinder lets you stick people in the dreaded friend zone
With a new update, Tinder is entering the friendship game. The refreshed app is also giving users lots of ways to categorize all the other cuties they come across.
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