IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 1/21/2015

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 1/21/2015

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Marriott may offer Netflix, Hulu, Pandora access in hotel rooms
Possibly designed to keep you binge watching Netflix while consuming expensive room service food, Marriott is currently testing streaming video access for guests that already subscribe to specific services.
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Atlanta Falcons’ new stadium has incredible retractable roof, high-tech amenities
The New Atlanta Stadium for the Atlanta Falcons has a unique oculus retractable roof. There will also be a 360-degree HD video board, a high-tech lounge, and eco-friendly features.
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Have cats who love cardboard boxes? Then check out this DIY cat playground
Cats love cardboard boxes almost more than many of them love catnip, so it's not surprising this company designed mix-and-match cardboard elements for a modular playground your cat will go crazy for.
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Security firms struggle to keep up with malware surge
2014 saw a massive surge in malware attacks, racking up billion of dollars in damages. While security firms are scrambling to counter the threat home users, businesses and even governments are left vulnerable.
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Samsung’s grip on the Chinese market slipped ever so slightly in 2014
Samsung's loosened grip on the Chinese market in 2014 shouldn't come as a huge surprise, seeing how the company already had a less-than-stellar overall 2014. While Samsung is still on top, its lead has been trimmed tremendously.
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Feeling spontaneous? Booking Now lets you score a last-minute bed from your phone
The increasing use of smartphones has created a new type of spontaneous traveler, who prefer to book hotels at the last-minute. Recognizing this trend, especially within the Millennial generation, Booking.com has launched a new app for it.
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Geneva-bound McLaren P1 GTR is the track car of our dreams … and nightmares
McLaren has announced that the track iteration of its P1 hybrid supercar will officially debut at this year’s Geneva auto show. The track car will feature many elements found on McLaren’s F1 vehicles as well as a boost in power and significant reduction in weight compared to the road car.
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A gigantic 3D printer built this 12,000-square-foot mansion layer by layer
If you thought that the guy who 3D printed his own castle was impressive, then wait 'til you see this massive, 12,000-square-foot mansion built entirely from 3D-printed parts.
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Zachary Levi to star in upcoming Heroes: Reborn television miniseries
NBC has announced that Chuck and Thor: The Dark World actor Zachary Levi will star in its upcoming Heroes: Reborn miniseries based in the Heroes universe.
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Blizzard plays to its base by rewarding veteran World of Warcraft players
Blizzard Entertainment is rewarding the most loyal World of Warcraft players by sending out a small replica of its HQ orc statue to players with accounts older than ten years.
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YouBowl: YouTube will live stream its own Super Bowl halftime show
YouTube will live stream its on Super Bowl halftime show this year, featuring stunts, musical performances, and fake Super Bowl ads from top YouTube talent.
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Tesla wants to undercut Chevy’s Bolt with an EV you can snag for under $30,000
In a recent on-stage interview with auto journalists at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show, Tesla CEO Elon Musk states that Chevrolets affordable EV car doesn’t threaten Tesla’s future. A planned “Model 3” in the works will allegedly be priced at $35,000, not including government rebates.
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Will Arnett takes another swipe at a streaming TV series with Flaked on Netflix
Will Arnett's series Flaked, in which he will star, is set to debut on Netflix in 2016 with 8 episodes.
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This Week in Gaming: ‘Gat’ out of hell in Saints Row and command armies from an armchair
Relive third-person action classics like Resident Evil or the more recent Saints Row IV, which both received remastered new releases this week, or delve into new strategy titles.
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Sorry Samsung fans, the Galaxy S6 may not be all metal, but there’ll be a dual-edge variant
The Samsung Galaxy S6 is almost certain to launch in the next few months, but the early rumors about its projected specifications are already here. We've put together all the news in one place, so you can keep up to date with the Galaxy S6.
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Fox joins the chorus of voices that want to revive The X-Files television series
During a recent Television Critics Association presentation, Fox confirmed that it is investigating the possibility of reviving The X-Files series.
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The next AMG gullwing supercar might be a Porsche-fighting mid-engined hybrid
In a recent interview, AMG’s CEO hinted that the benchmark for its next halo car might be the Porsche 918. If true, then the future gullwing may deviate from tradition and go the route of a mid-engined, all-wheel drive hybrid in order to compete.
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OnePlus One ditches invite-only system for a few hours
Tomorrow, for only two hours, anyone can purchase the OnePlus One without the need for an invite. You can either grab the 16GB Silk White version or 64GB Sandstone Black variant.
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Lizard Squad chased by police, humbled by fellow hackers
Not only have several members of the Lizard Squad hacking group been arrested lately, but their Lizard Stresser client list has leaked all over the web.
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Amazon is going Hollywood, plans to produce 12 theater releases per year
Helping to further blur the lines between streaming video and traditional mediums, Amazon has started Amazon Original Movies with the aim to release 12 movies in theaters ever year that will arrive on the company's Instant Video platform shortly thereafter.
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Forget reminder apps! This Kickstarter project promises to turn you into a task master in no time at all
Flip Band aims to make you more productive using no tech at all. The wrist band has two sides, each with a different color. You simply flip the band over to the other side when you accomplish your task.
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5 Android keyboards that will have you texting faster than a 13-year-old
We did the research and found keyboards for Android that don't just work efficiently and look good, but also have a history of user security and robust privacy policies so you can feel confident trusting them with all of your typing.
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Headshot: American Sniper shatters January opening weekend record
American Sniper, the Clint Eastwood-directed biopic of US Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle beat out Avatar this past weekend for the largest January opening weekend box office on record.
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It’s not Windows 10, but it’s big: Surface Pros scores substantial new firmware update
Wi-Fi stability is just one of the main concerns of a new firmware update rolled out to Surface Pros. Check out the full changelog.
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The pros and cons of self driving cars according to The Tonight Show
With the advent of self-driving vehicles nearly upon us, The Tonight Show lays out its expectations of its future in a humorous segment. This year’s CES electronics show played host to many auto manufacturers keen to display their driverless vehicle tech.
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Google wages security war against Microsoft, reveals yet another Windows bug
A new week, a new Windows security vulnerability posted on Google Security Research's website. Unfortunately, the bug will only be addressed in February.
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No more charging cradles: Samsung’s round smartwatch may support wireless charging
Samsung may introduce its first round smartwatch at Mobile World Congress 2015, which takes place in early March. The device may sport a rotating bezel and a crown-shaped power button. Here's everything we think we know about it so far.
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Audi and Toyota beware: Porsche’s 919 Hybrid is back for another racing season
The 2015 Porsche 919 Hybrid Le Mans racer will begin testing for the new season this week at the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi. Will this be the year Porsche sticks it to Audi and Toyota?
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Sony will shut down all of its 14 Canadian retail stores in the coming months
Sony announced that all of its 14 Canadian retail stores will be closed within 6 to 8 weeks. Roughly 90 employees will be affected by the closures, though it's unknown what exactly Sony will do for them.
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New Shelby GT Mustang shows up Ford’s own GT350 with a standard 627 hp
The 2015 Ford Shelby GT Mustang is Shelby American's first spin on the 2015 Mustang. With a base 627 hp and up to 700 hp available, it already overshadows Ford's GT350 and GT350R on the power front.
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