IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 10/13/2014

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IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 10/13/2014

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Best waterproof speakers
The right Bluetooth speaker should be capable of producing respectable sound and weathering the elements when need be. Check out our picks for the best waterproof speakers available, whether you're looking for intuitive gestures controls or a distinct build.
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Bring on the variants! Jaguar designer says XE off-shoots are possible
Jaguar designer Ian Callum has revealed he'd like to build a full-fledged family of models around the recently-introduced XE sedan. The lineup could include a coupe, a long-wheelbase model and a convertible, but the expansion will only happen if the company can make a favorable business case for it.
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87 Awesome Android games you need to try
We've rewritten and re-chosen our favorite Android games on the Google Play Store and Amazon Appstore. Check out our picks in every major game genre.
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HTC Desire Eye vs. One M8: Does a better selfie make a better phone?
HTC's One M8 is a solid all-around smartphone, but what if you're mostly after selfies? It's a little vain, but the new Desire Eye will indulge you. How do the two smartphones from HTC compare? We take a look at the specs.
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Miriam is a low-cost device that needs just an hour to detect cancer in a blood sample
If you have 1 milliliter of blood and about an hour to spare, a 3D-printed, cylindrical device named Miriam can tell you if you have cancer or another kind of disease. This is the wondrous promise offered by a company named Miroculus.
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Civilization creator Sid Meier charts his journey in an hour-long Firaxicon chat
Civilization series creator Sid Meier sat down at the recent Firaxicon community gathering to talk about his life and work. You can watch the hour-long chat right here.
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Flipping through The Manual: Hoppy beer, tailgate gear, the scent of fall
Burned out on apps, keys and screens? Improve your analog life this weekend! Digital Trends’ brother site The Manual exists to give men straight-up advice, from unspoken suit rules you need to know, to the latest in fashion, food, drink, travel, grooming and culture.
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Destiny’s ‘Iron Banner’ doesn’t quite tip the power scales in multiplayer like it should
Bungie responds to player feedback on Destiny's Iron Banner mode, which ostensibly removes all level limiters in the game's multiplayer mode. Some users feel the enforced power imbalance doesn't line up with the way the mode was sold.
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This smart ring lets you control your smartphone, Google Glass or smartwatch
Eat your heart out, Tolkien: A Japanese company has created a smart ring that empowers wearers to rule them all – their smartphone, smart home appliances, Google Glass, smartwatch and a variety of digital-enabled interactions, to be more precise.
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Mid-size truck mixup: Ford considering Ranger-sized compact pickup for U.S.
Ford has confirmed it is considering returning to the small pickup truck segment with a truly compact unibody model. If built, the yet-unnamed truck will be smaller than the recently-introduced Chevrolet Colorado / GMC Canyon.
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2014 MLB playoffs live streams: How to watch and follow games online
Want to watch and keep track of the 2014 MLB playoffs online? We've got you covered with this guide.
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Netflix hikes up prices for its 4K content
Netflix has just bumped up the subscription price for access to its 4K content to $11.99 per month from $7.99 per month, though existing users can stay at the $7.99 level for the next two years.
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Bose kit is about to be pulled from the Apple Store
If you want to pick up some Bose kit straight from the Apple website, you'd better be quick — rumors suggest that Apple is about to ditch the audio company's gear to focus on its own Beats products.
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Google starts adding Helpouts to search results
Have you used Google Helpouts since the service launched last year? It looks like Google is giving it an extra push by including links to Helpouts in among search results and covering fees.
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HTC gets it: Cool accessories should work with every phone
Thank you HTC. By announcing the Re Camera as an accessory which will work with any smartphone, whether it runs Android or iOS, may ensure your continued survival, and prompt a much needed change by other manufacturers.
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Bose and Beats put down the gloves, agree to settle patent lawsuit privately
While the two headphone brands continue to battle it out in the headlines, their recent courtroom battle has ended as Bose and Apple's Beats agreed to settle their patent dispute privately.
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With hype-devouring fans and copycat features, Tesla has become the Apple of cars
Tesla's newest car, the all-wheel drive P85D Model S, is being compared to various supercars, but it should be compared to the Apple iPhone 5S. It's further evidence Tesla's closely following Apple's business strategy, and to great effect.
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Google’s newest Chrome utility is designed to buff out any blemishes in the browser
This Chrome utility from Google will allegedly scan the browser and purge it of any malware or other harmful software. Learn more here.
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Dracula Untold review
Dracula Untold puts the horse before the carriage by attempting to build something larger before it's earned our interest in the individual parts, which are thus far lackluster.
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1080-pocalypse: Assassin’s Creed Unity creators respond to resolution accusations
Ubisoft has penned a lengthy blog post to the hoard of PlayStation 4 owners angry over the announcement that Assassin's Creed Unity's resolution would be locked into 900p on both PS4 and Xbox One.
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The best noise cancellers in the biz get better with Bose’s new QC25
Bose took over five years to turn out a new noise canceling headphone, but based on what we're hearing, it was worth the wait. We take a close look at the new QC25 and explain why they are so much better than the QC15 they replace.
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The ‘dead’ PC market is getting more consumer love these days, according to a research firm
There's positive news to report for the PC market, whose death was predicted by some years ago. Learn more here.
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Tempescope shows you the weather outside by recreating it on your coffee table
Weather apps are one thing, but this gizmo that pulls forecast data from the Internet and recreates it on your desk is a completely different beast.
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Find out if your kid actually stayed at home last night with the Home Lie Detector Test
Did you think it was bad enough that your parents lock down your phone? Then meet your worst nightmare, the Home Lie Detector Test, which basically brings a polygraph test to your home.
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Apple to broadcast the reveal of its new slates and systems live on its site
Apple will be live streaming its upcoming showcase. Here's what you'll need in order to tune in.
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This is getting weird: Sapphire screen supplier calls Apple deal ‘oppressive,’ blames for bankruptcy
GT Advanced Technologies filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company is one of Apple's main suppliers of sapphire glass screens, which are expected to arrive on the Apple Watch.
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Ampy converts a 30-minute run into 3 hours of battery life
Ampy, which has an ongoing Kickstarter campaign, is a mobile charger that captures energy from your motion and turns it into power to charge your USB-chargeable device. The campaign has amassed almost $62,000 out of $100,000.
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Nintendo’s Skylander-like Amiibo figurine are now up for pre-order
The first 18 of Nintendo's Amiibo figures are finally available to pre-order from select retailers, coming out alongside Super Smash Bros for Wii U on November 21.
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Imgur launches Project GIFV for creating animated GIFs that look like video
Despite its popularity, the animated GIF uses old technology that's no longer efficient for modern Web browsing. Imgur has created the GIFV format, which converts large GIF files into smaller-file MP4 videos that function like animated GIFs.
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Meet Toadette in this new trailer for Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
The latest trailer for Nintendo's Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker provides our first extended look at the actual gameplay, and also introduces Toadette as the other main character.
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