Thursday, March 27, 2014

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 28/03/2014

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Man hops on subway track to grab cell phone, survives being run over by train
While losing a smartphone can be an expensive accident, one New Yorker thought it would be a brilliant idea to hop onto the subway track to retrieve his dropped cell phone before the train entered the station.
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Dwayne Johnson claims the Hercules mantle in the first trailer for the film
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson stars as Hercules, in director Brett Ratner’s film focusing on the Greek demigod. The film won’t be out until July 25, 2014, but a new trailer has made its way online.
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HTC One M8 vs. HTC One: Which ‘One’ do you want?
The new HTC One (M8) is bigger than the original HTC One and you can get it in gold. Besides that, how does the sequel compare to the first One? Sounds like its time for a spec showdown.
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More than just a smiley face: 5 things you should know about emojis
Who is the father of emoji? Is there a hot dog emoji? Can I please wear them on my shoes from now on? These are five things you probably didn't know about this strange, yet colorful, lingua franca.
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It’s official: Dogecoin is sponsoring a NASCAR driver
The community behind the meme-inspired cryptocurrency Dogecoin has managed to raise over $55,000 to help sponsor NASCAR driver Josh Wise's next race. Hit the jump for details
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Canon Rebel T5 vs. Nikon D3300: Which DSLR gives you more bang for the buck?
Both Canon and Nikon recently introduced new budget DSLRs targeting users stepping up to interchangeable lens cameras. The EOS Rebel T5 and D3300 take great photos, but, when it comes to features and performance, one comes out on top.
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The LG G3′s coming soon: 1440p screen, octa-core chip, and everything else we’ve heard
LG's highly anticipated sequel to the G2 smartphone, currently known as the LG G3, could be on its way very soon. We've gathered together everything we think we know about the device, keeping you right up to date.
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Last.fm shutting down subscription radio service by April 28
The company will focus on music recommendations and keeping track of what users listen to in other streaming platforms such as Spotify and Youtube
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Starz and Major League Gaming arrive on the Xbox with new TV Everywhere apps
Microsoft announced this week an expansion of its Xbox TV Everywhere lineups, with Starz's launch of the Encore Play and Movieplex Play authenticated apps that will join Starz Play on the Xbox 360. Xbox One will see an EPIX app added in late 2014.
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Tired of stock apps on your iPhone? This iOS 7.1 glitch can help you with that
A glitch allows you to hide iPhone stock apps so they don't take up space on your phone’s home screen. Here's how to perform it without any problems.
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Half EV, half motorcycle, LIT Motors’ C1 is an all-electric car-bike cross-breed
Can't decide whether you prefer the maneuverability of a motorcycle or the convenience of a car? LIT Motors has the vehicle for you. The two-wheeled C1 is meant to embody the best of both car and bike.
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The next step for Oculus? Recruiting an army of 3D world builders
Digital Trends chats with Oculus VR developer relations chief Aaron Davies about the challenges of working to galvanize content creation for a new platform.
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This brain implant may help people walk again
Researchers have developed a neural probe array that is designed for long-term implantation in the brain yet minimizes the risk for brain tissue damage.
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This silicone Power Glove is a geeky baker’s best friend
Do you like baking? Do you like geeky late-eighties Nintendo memorabilia? If you answered yes to both questions, this freshly-launched IndieGoGo project will be right up your alley
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Plextor’s M6M mSATA SSDs offer big performance built for smaller devices
Plextor's new M6M line of mSATA SSDs will attempt to bring speedy data transfer rates while catering to slim computing gear. Learn more here.
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Plug that phone in while you navigate: Our 10 favorite car chargers for iPhone
The unspoken crux of nearly any mobile device doesn't lie within its functionality, but how long its battery can last. Check out our selection of the best iPhone car chargers, so you'll never have to worry losing power during those lengthy hours on the road.
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Wall Street thinks Candy Crush’s time is already running out
Even though Candy Crush Saga maker King Digital Entertainment began life as an IPO earlier Wednesday, decreased initial share prices indicated a troubling start for the company. Investors are primarily concerned that King will simply be another Zynga.
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Puget Systems offers to give their Windows 8 systems a Windows 7-like look and feel
Puget Systems offers its customers the option to tweak Windows 8 and make it function and feel like its more popular cousin, Windows 7. Learn more here.
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SRT Viper withdraws from the 2014 24 Hours of Le Mans
The SRT Viper may have just returned from the dead, but the factory team has declined the invitation to race at the 2014 24 Hours of Le Mans. SRT will concentrate on Stateside racing instead.
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V-Moda hopes to make “on-ear the new in-ear” with its stylishly practical XS headphones
The XS is equipped with 40mm dual-diaphragm drivers, passive noise isolation, and a design that's stylish, durable, and compact in hopes of weening you from your in-ears for your daily commute.
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Microsoft releases source code for MS-DOS and Word for Windows
The source code for MS-DOS and an early version of Microsoft Word for Windows are now available to the public through the Computer History Museum. Learn more here.
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HTC One M8 news: Google Play Edition out now, BlinkFeed coming to non-HTC Android phones
In a statement, HTC confirmed that BlinkFeed will make its way to non-HTC devices. HTC also made available the Google Play edition of the HTC One (M8), with the handset shipping in 2-3 weeks.
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Honda’s experimental smart home is so efficient it actually creates surplus power
Using a combination of solar power, an intelligent energy management system, and high-efficiency appliances, Honda's "Smart Home US" goes beyond zero impact, and actually creates more energy than in consumes in a given year.
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The Factory Five 818 might not be big, but it will devour supercars for days
The Factory Five 818 weighs in at a mere 1,803 pounds, and will run with the best of today's performance vehicles. But you have to build it yourself. Finally, an affordable kit based off of a simple Subaru Impreza or WRX of your choosing has come to fruition.
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Apple may ship a Macbook Air wielding a Retina Display in second half of 2014
One of Apple's Taiwan-based component manufacturers claims that Apple will ship a Macbook Air with Retina Display during the second half of 2014. Learn more here.
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Sony now says ‘door not closed’ to Android Wear
Ravi Nookala, the head of Sony Mobile’s US arm, said that his company is sticking with their own Android-based Smartwatch platform.

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Two-door touring champions: Bentley Continental GT Speed vs. Rolls-Royce Wraith
There may be no substitute for luxury, but with the Bentley Continental GT Speed and the Rolls Royce Wraith you don't have to compromise luxury for speed. But which one of these stunning British luxury GT cars is best? We try and sort it out.
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Minecraft release for Oculus Rift canceled, creator creeped out by Facebook
Minecraft creator Markus "Notch" Persson stops work on a planned Oculus Rift port of the world-building game following the Facebook/Oculus acquisition news.
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Listen up, Sprint says nationwide HD Voice coverage is coming in July
Sprint CEO Dan Hesse has said in a press conference the network is ready to launch HD Voice across its entire network in July.
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Hennessey Venom GT World’s Fastest Edition costs $1.25 million, but its already sold out
The Hennessey Venom GT World's Fastest Edition commemorates the car's 270.4 mph world-record run at the Kennedy Space Center with a patriotic paint job, but despite it's $1.25 million price tag, it's already sold out. Learn more here.
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