IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 11/21/2014

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IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 11/21/2014

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An off-roading FIAT? You bet. The 500X has Italian style and American grunt
The Fiat 500X promises to deliver the european style and flair of cars like the Mini, and the Audi Q3 but for a deeply discounted price. What is more this compact crossover, will likely save money at the pumps too.
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Get up-close and personal with Fujifilm’s macro adapters for X-series cameras
Fujifilm has a pair of new macro adapters that add magnification to X-series Fujinon lenses. In addition, Fujinon has several new firmware updates, and new software for tethering a camera to a PC.
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Camera+ Co-Founder Lisa Bettany Launches Her First Mobile Game
Lisa Bettany, co-founder of popular photo app Camera+, has taken a creative left turn and released her first solo project: a mobile game. The game, called "poppets," features plush characters that navigate obstacles with floating balloons.
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For Hollywood hopefuls, tech like YouTube has been a blessing and a curse
The days of interns toiling away in the mail room have passed, and the days of Midwesterners toiling away on YouTube and waiting to be discovered are upon us. But wait: Is this actually easier?
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Chevrolet announces Colorado ZR2 off-road concept at 2014 LA Auto Show
Chevrolet has dusted off its old ZR2 badges for the 2014 LA Auto Show. The Colorado ZR2 Concept is currently makings its debut at the event, and showcases the brand’s new 2.8-liter Duramax diesel.
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New trailer for Seventh Son offers up more monsters and magic
The frequently delayed sword-and-sorcery adventure Seventh Son, starring Jeff Bridges and Ben Barnes, has a new trailer ahead of its February 2015 premiere.
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JVC’s new 85-inch 4K UHD TV is a price-buster at $8,000, but don’t get too excited yet
JVC's new whale of a 4K UHD TV will be offered this January for a very enticing price, but it comes with a major asterisk.
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With YouBionic, the perfect prosthetic could be one you 3D print yourself
In the future, we may be able to download and 3D print extra hands (and – ulp! -- other body parts)
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Your laundry, sir: A new service grants you your own butler
For $99 a month, Alfred works with on-demand services and a real person to take care of household chores such as laundry, grocery shopping, and house cleaning, giving you more free time.
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Lexus introduces LF-C2 concept in Los Angeles
Lexus has traveled to the Los Angeles Motor Show to introduce a new concept called LF-C2. The LF-C2 could preview a topless variant of the RC coupe that would go head-to-head against the BMW 4-Series Convertible.
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VW looks towards the future with hydrogen-powered Golf, Passat
Volkswagen has introduced a hydrogen-powered Golf Variant at the Los Angeles Motor Show. Offering a driving range of over 300 miles, the Golf is equipped with an advanced fuel cell designed in-house and electrical components sourced from the all-electric e-Golf.
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Maniac Mansion creators want to take you back to 1987 with a new point-and-click
Ron Gilbert and Gary Winnick, the designers behind Maniac Mansion have launched a Kickstarter campaign for a new game, Thimbleweed Park, which looks like a long-lost LucasArts classic.
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How much more awesome would The Lego Movie have been with R2-D2 in it?
The LEGO Movie directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller revealed that Star Wars android R2-D2 was almost a major character in the movie alongside Batman.
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Honda’s 2016 HR-V is a well-rounded ‘hi-rider’ without the big footprint
Honda new HR-V is making its official debut at the 2014 LA Auto Show, and the Fit-based crossover wedges in below the CR-V in the brand’s range. The HR-V features a 138-horsepower engine, available all-wheel drive, and configurable ‘Magic Seats.’
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You’re in charge now, so what’s next? Tips to help your Dragon Age: Inquisition mid-game
Finished the first act of Dragon Age: Inquisition, but not sure what to do next? Check out our guide for some tips on party-building, crafting, and more.
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Now you can play Destiny for free, at least for a little while
Bungie has released a free trial/demo version of Destiny so anyone who's on the fence can it a try before taking the plunge into the massively multiplayer shooter.
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This idiot-proof frying pan uses sensors to help you cook like a pro
In addition to a temperature sensor embedded in the center of the pan, Pantelligent is also equipped with a Bluetooth LE radio in the handle, so it can relay temperature data to your phone or tablet.
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How to search through every public tweet sent since 2006
Good news, Twitterers; you can now search through each and every public tweet sent since 2006.
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Is Taylor Swift taking a stand against Spotify, or spouting propaganda for Google?
Billy Bragg claims Taylor Swift's move from Spotify has less to do with her stance against the devaluation of music, and more to do with a deal to be the lead artist for Google's new streaming service, Music Key. Swift reps have denied the claim.
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Hydroponics go beyond weed for these indoor home gardens
Grove Labs uses hydroponics and an aquarium-powered ecosystem for an indoor home garden that grows all kinds of fruits and vegetables no matter what the weather is like outside.
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Samsung’s foldable phone is a brilliantly mad idea that could come in 2015
Samsung looks to innovative tech to stay relevant. Its latest idea is a foldable smartphone that fits in your pocket. The phone would fold in half and could arrive as early as 2015.
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You can read Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar prequel comic online now
Christopher Nolan has written a prequel comic for Interstellar that tells the story of an earlier mission through the wormhole, illustrated by Sean Murphy.
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2016 Mazda6 conceals tech upgrades beneath subtly-tweaked styling
The 2016 Mazda6 isn't dramatically different from well-received 2014 model, but it does include some upgrades for tech-happy buyers, along with the same appealing styling and mechanicals.
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While little brother CX-3 hogs the limelight, Mazda’s 2016 CX-5 arrives with minor changes
Alongside its little brother, the 2016 CX-3, the 2016 Mazda CX-5 arrived at the 2014 LA Auto Show with some minor changes that will carry it through the second half of its life cycle.
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Far Cry 4 pirates out themselves by complaining about a missing feature
In a clever use of the day 1 patch, Far Cry 4's director informed PC players complaining about missing field of vision controls that it's because they pirated the game.
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Laptop? All-in-one? Tablet? HP’s Core M-powered Envy x2 hybrids are all that and more
The Surface Pro 3 is versatile, powerful and portable, but it can't be used as an all-in-one. HP's latest Envy x2 convertibles can. Here's their full story.
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Chevy’s Chaparral 2X Vision Gran Turismo pays homage to an iconic racecar … with lasers
Chevrolet has announced the Chaparral 2X Vision Gran Turismo concept at the 2014 LA Auto Show. The concept celebrates the Chaparral racing franchise’s 15th anniversary and features a radical laser propulsion system.
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B&N makes a play for your ears, launches its own Nook audiobook app
Barnes & Noble added a new Nook Audiobooks app to its Android app selection. The app is free and comes with two free audiobook downloads. B&N says an iOS version will arrive in spring 2015.
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Watch videos for free with Samsung’s YouTube competitor Milk Video
Samsung will offer video streaming to select Galaxy smartphones with its new Milk Video app. The app aggregates content from several popular video channels and is currently ad-free.
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Google plans to police apps for Android TV
Google is cracking down on Android TV apps, screening them before they get into the Play Store to ensure they work seamlessly with the system, and are compatible with things like the D-pad and Gamepad.
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