IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 8/7/2014

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IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 8/7/2014

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Uber announces UberPool, carpooling with strangers
Continuing to move in the direction of competing with car manufacturers rather than just taxis, UberPool is a new Uber feature that will match up two strangers that are headed to the same general destination.
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Evolve release delayed, the hunt now begins in February 2015
Take-Two Interactive's latest earnings call brings confirmation that Turtle Rock Studios' Evolve will be delayed until February 2015, a step back from its previously confirmed October 21, 2014 release.
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Analog Trends – XCOM: The Board Game hitting tables in late 2014
Firaxis and 2K have announced a partnership with Fantasy Flight Games to adapt their hit, turn-based, strategy game XCOM: Enemy Unknown into a board game, arriving in late 2014.
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Just like your cat, Samsung’s upcoming robovac chases laser pointers
In addition to a wide range of autonomous cleaning modes, Samsung's new VR9000H robotic vacuum can be guided around your floor with a special laser pointer
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WWE 2K15 Hulkamania Edition to feature legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan
2K Sports has announced a PlayStation 4 and Xbox One exclusive "HULKAMANIA" edition of WWE 2K15 featuring legendary pro wrestler "Hollywood" Hulk Hogan.
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Losing its mojo? Apple TV sales down significantly from last year
Growth of Apple TV sales has sagged significantly over the past year, falling to a 12-percent annual growth rate with approximately 1.9 million units sold in Q2 2014. The news comes as Apple's launch of its anticipated all-in-one OTT device is once again pushed back.
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Mercedes puts more OMG in AMG with a secondary ‘AMG Sport’ division
Mercedes is planning a new model range, called AMG Sport, to compete more comprehensively will performance houses from Audi and BMW. The new division with sit between Mercedes’ standard cars and the range-topping, performance-focused AMG version.
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Want to know if your phone pairs with your car? This handy list should do the trick
Some phones just don't pair well with vehicles. Depending on the phone and car combination, your Bluetooth experience may not offer the robust set of features advertised in the specific car. Fortunately, automakers provide a guide to bluetooth compatibility.
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Moto G successor may have a larger screen, 7-megapixel camera
The successor to the Moto G has reportedly visited the GFX benchmark test, revealing a device that has a slightly larger screen and increased camera resolution from its predecessor.
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You can now order a pizza from your phone by pressing a single button
Push for Pizza is every pie lover's dream. With the push of just one button, you can order a full cheese or pepperoni pizza. The app was created by a bunch a teenage boys.
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Drink up! Hug tracks your hydration, tells you when to hit the (water) bottle
The Hug water bottle sensor and app combo aims to keep you hydrated by keeping tabs on how much you've drunk. The app will also let you know when you need to take another sip.
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iPhone 6 Rumors: Apple may hold September 9 launch event
Interested in Apple's next smartphone? Whether it's called the iPhone 6, the iPhone Air, or something completely different, we've got you covered on the most popular rumors, gossip, news, and speculation surrounding it.
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DT Contest: Win our $400 H/K Onyx Studio (Update: Congrats to the winner!)
Missing a great way to listen to music? The Harman Kardon Onyx Studio is one of the most stylish Bluetooth speakers around. We love it and we've got one to give away to a lucky reader. Enter to win now!
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Intel will reveal ‘next era of computing’ at IFA 2014
Intel announced that it will be showing off brand new hardware at IFA next month. But what could they have in store?
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McLaren Special Operations invades Pebble Beach with custom 650S Spider and P1
McLaren Special Operations debuted three years ago at Pebble Beach, and this year McLaren’s tuning arm is returning with a vengeance. Specialized versions of the 650S Spider and P1 will make an appearance at the Concours d'Elegance.
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Hyrule Warriors features a playable Ganondorf and a surprise Chain Chomp appearance
Zelda big bad Ganondorf has been announced as a playable character in the upcoming fusion of Nintendo's Legend of Zelda series with Tecmo Koei's Dynasty Warriors: Hyrule Warriors.
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Justin.tv shuts down, asks users to switch over to Twitch.tv
Justin.tv is no more as of today. The service has been shut down, and users are being asked to get their streaming fix from Twitch.tv instead.
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Dish lands A&E’s content vault for its anticipated stand-alone streaming TV service
Dish Network announced today that it has agreed to terms for a multi-year contract renewal with A&E that includes over-the-top (OTT) multi-stream rights for live and VOD content. The stipulation refers to the standalone streaming TV service Dish is developing.
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16 essential accessories for a new Galaxy S5
There are plenty of add-ons out there that will help you to get more from your powerful new smartphone. In this roundup of Samsung Galaxy S5 accessories we check out headphones, docks, chargers, and more.
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MIT researchers reconstruct audio signals by analyzing vibrations of objects in video
Using nothing more than a high speed camera and a special processing algorithm, the team was able to extract the audio signals in a room from 15 feet away through soundproof glass.
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Watch the first ten minutes of The Amazing Spider-Man 2
In advance of the home-video release of The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Sony has released the first ten, frantic minutes of the film online for everyone to see.
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Assassin’s Creed Rogue ventures to icy northern waters in November 2014
Ubisoft reveals Assassin's Creed Rogue, in which you control an assassin who has betrayed the brotherhood and joined the Templars. The game comes exclusively to PS3 and Xbox 360 on November 11, 2014.
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Got Atmos? Onkyo offers Europeans free Dolby Atmos speakers with select receivers
Onkyo is offering up free Atmos-enabled speaker systems with the purchase of select receivers in Europe. But is this really a good deal, and will we see the same promotion in the US?
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Mercedes-Benz releases all the bulletproof details on its grenade-proof S600 Guard
The Mercedes-Benz S600 Guard has been officially unveiled in all of its bullet-resistant glory. With hydraulic windows and an armored undercarriage, it's ready for the world's trouble spots.
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You don’t need a ticket to ride with Travel by Drone’s aerial videos
Looking to travel without leaving the house? An aggregator called Travel By Drone pulls in non-commercial videos that were shot with drones, from various world locales, and places them in an easy-to-find map.
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No need to use Mayday: We’ve got 11 fresh Fire Phone tips for you
We have got some sparks of inspiration to help you get the most out of your new Amazon smartphone. This varied assortment of handy Fire Phone tips and tricks is sure to set you on the path to enlightenment and satisfaction.
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This 28-inch 4K Acer monitor only costs a handful of Benjamins
Acer just lifted the veil on a new 4K monitor, which is quite affordable compared to what 4K displays cost less than a year ago.
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Chronicle writer to adapt Douglas Adams’ Dirk Gently novels for TV
The Chronicle writer will script a TV series based on The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy author Douglas Adams' popular novels about a quirky detective.
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Rolls-Royce announces a new model and, no, it’s not an SUV
While Bentley's next model will be an SUV, Rolls-Royce will go the more traditional route with a "drophead" convertible. This as-yet-unamed model will appear in 2016, and could be based on the Wraith.
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Lenovo’s Vibe Z2 Pro is a metallic, 1440p smartphone to worry the LG G3 (Updated)
Lenovo has launched the Vibe Z2 Pro, its newest flagship Android smartphone, which comes with a massive 6-inch, 2560 x 1440 pixel touchscreen, and a fast Snapdragon 801 processor. It goes on sale in September.
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