Thursday, May 15, 2014

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 16/05/2014

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Cambridge Audio debuts the potent ‘One,’ updates its Aero speakers, Azur receivers
The premium audio company unveils new Aeromax shelf and floor speakers, upgrades to its Azure receivers, and a brand new all-in-one audio device for the HES show in Munich.
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Bentley Studio brings technology and psychology to car customization
Can't decide what color to choose for your next car? The recently-unveiled Bentley Studio in Manhattan's Meatpacking District offers a completely new way to customize a luxury car.
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Brabus turns the ferocious Mercedes E63 AMG into a 850-horsepower Biturbo Monster
German aftermarket tuner Brabus specializes in taking "normal" Mercedes and turning them into supercar killers. They may have outdone themselves this time, with an 850 horsepower, twin-turbo version of the E63 AMG.
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Insatiable streamers: Cord cutters gorge on 212GB a month, keep getting hungrier
The leading content-streamer's traffic once again represented the top downstream application during peak periods, with a share of 34.21 percent, up from 31.6 for the second half of 2013, according to a Sandvine report.
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Delays pile up on Nvidia’s $3,000 Titan Z while AMD tightens the screws with a competitor
Weeks after it was originally slated to arrive, Nvidia's $3,000 Titan Z GPU is still nowhere to be seen, and a cheaper card from AMD with similar performance may explain why.
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LG G3 Rumors and News: Leaked press renders give us a full look
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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1 billion: That’s how many people have downloaded the Gmail Android app
Gmail has enjoyed a two-year reign as a the largest email service in the world. Now, we have a clear idea of how far ahead it is of the competition as its app reached the billion download mark on the Google Play Store.
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Comcast jumps up in Netflix’s ISP Speed Index for second time since cash deal
The increasingly huge ISP now occupies the third slot on Netflix's ISP Speed Index after the company's release of April's statistics. The news comes just days before a vote for a new net neutrality proposal, and again raise questions of throttling.
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Watch Bruce Lee in action as a fighter in EA Sports UFC
EA has released a new video about Bruce Lee, the "mystery fighter" revealed last month for their upcoming MMA game, EA Sports UFC, to be released this June for Xbox One and PS4.
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Meyers’ Manx V dune buggy is an electric update on a California classic
The Meyers Manx V is an all-electric version of the classic Manx dune buggy that will be more about style than substance. It will only be sold as a low-speed Neighborhood Electric Vehicle.
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Nikon’s new lighter, tougher 400mm super-telephoto lens will cost you $12,000
No, Nikon's new 400mm lens is not for the casual DSLR user. But for sports and wildlife photographers who need large glass like this, Nikon says they'll get best optics and image quality.
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Sony sold 39.1 million Android phones in 2013 in spite of earnings dip
Sony’s new Android smartphones, most notably the Xperia Z1, have given the company a lifeline as it attempts to crawl out of persistent losses. It posted strong sales to mitigate the effects of declining profits.
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Blue’s new Spark Digital studio mic goes anywhere your iPad does
Blue's new Spark Digital condenser mic offers both Lightning and USB connection for both iPad and PC compatibility, providing a bundle of options for laying down tracks. Clink the link to find out how easy it is to bring your mobile studio on the road.
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BMW Vision Gran Turismo virtual racer is a 3.0CSL for the 21st century
The BMW Vision Gran Turismo is a 1970s 3.0CSL racer for the digital age. Designed for Gran Turismo 6, it features aerodynamic (and virtual) carbon-fiber bodywork and a powerful turbocharged engine.
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Moto E and 7 other great smartphones at bargain-bin prices
We pick our favorite budget smartphones on AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, T-Mobile, and other major U.S. wireless carriers. These phones may be cheap, but they're still good.
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Senator Al Franken questions Samsung about the Galaxy S5′s security and privacy
U.S. Senator Al Franken sent a letter to Samsung that poses over a dozen questions about the security of the company's Galaxy S5 handset. In the letter, Franken sets out to confirm the privacy protections Samsung placed, as well as how the company will address other privacy questions.
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6 aspects of Watch Dogs we’re excited about after seeing the new footage
Ubisoft has released nearly 10 minutes of footage showing off features of their hotly-anticipated open world hacking game, Watch Dogs, including hacking, multiplayer, and vehicles. These are six favorite takeaways.
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ZTE launches the Concord 2 on T-Mobile, ready to take on the Moto E
ZTE isn't going to take Motorola's recent charge into mid-range smartphone stardom lightly, and has announced the 4G ZTE Concord 2 for T-Mobile and MetroPCS. Can it beat Motorola's new Moto E?
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BMW delays the high-riding X4 M performance ‘SAV’ until 2017
The BMW X4 is a perplexing vehicle, but BMW is committed to making the “Sports Activity Coupe” a thing. A more powerful M2-powered version is on the way, just not as soon as you’d think.
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Roberto Orci confirmed as director of Star Trek 3
The co-writer and producer of Star Trek and Star Trek Into Darkness has agreed to direct Star Trek 3 now that J.J. Abrams' has left the franchise.
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Titanfall: Expedition DLC drops on May 15
A tweet from developer Respawn has confirmed that Titanfall's first DLC pack, Expedition, will be available for Xbox One and PC on May 15. The pack includes three new maps.
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Performance-focused Dodge plans new Vipers, Chargers, and Challengers
Fiat-Chrysler's five-year plan is an aggressive one, and its effects are showing in Michigan. Dodge, restructured as a performance brand, is planning new Charger and Challenger models for 2018, as well as a refreshed Viper next year.
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New songs and albums you need to hear: Black Keys, Blondie, La Roux, and more
New music is dropping all the time. It's time to get some new tunes in your ears. Here are our favorite new releases for the week, including the Black Keys!
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Prestigio’s first Windows Phone leaked, complete with leather clad body
What could be the first phone from new Microsoft partner Prestigio may have been leaked. The company was one of two new additions to the Windows Phone family announced during Build 2014, where a prototype phone was briefly revealed.
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Booq Boa Flow Graphite bag gives roving photographers more storage, protection
Booq's updated Boa Flow Graphite camera bag offers the roving photographer more storage and safety than its predecessor. The bag accommodates a DSLR, lenses, mobile devices, and a notebook up to 17 inches.
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Channing Tatum to play Gambit in solo X-Men movie
Magic Mike and 21 Jump Street actor Channing Tatum has agreed to play Marvel Comics mutant Gambit in an upcoming solo film to follow X-Men: Apocalypse.
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BioWare and GameStop partner for loot-filled Dragon Age: Inquisition – Inquisitor’s Edition
BioWare and GameStop have partnered to bring you a deluxe edition of Dragon Age: Inquisition, laden with loot and lore for the most diehard Inquisitors, now available for pre-order.
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Fantastic Beasts brings Harry Potter universe back to theaters in November 2016
Harry Potter's universe returns to theaters in Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them, written by J.K. Rowling and hitting theaters November 2016. The story pre-dates Harry Potter's story 70-years prior.
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Nikon’s V3 too rich for your blood? Here comes the more affordable J4, S2 mirrorless cameras
Nikon has introduced two new compact system cameras, the J4 and S2. Following the recently announced V3, both cameras feature a fast, 20-frames-per-second burst mode. The cameras are also compatible with two new underwater accessories.
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Did you know? George RR Martin writes Game of Thrones on an ancient DOS PC
Some people just can't be bothered to keep up with the times. Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin happens to be one of those people, You can learn more here.
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