Monday, January 26, 2015

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 1/27/2015

Digital Trends



Awesome tech you can’t buy yet, for the week of January 25, 2015
Check out our roundup of the coolest crowdfunding projects and product announcements that hit the Web this week. You can't buy this stuff yet, but it sure is fun to gawk!
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2017 Jeep Wrangler may go hybrid, constructed from aluminum and carbon fiber
Jeep Boss Mike Manley recently speculated in an interview what upgrades the Wrangler might see for its 2017 update. Focusing on its iconic image, as well as improving fuel economy and driving performance, Manley mulls ideas for powerplants and lighter build materials.
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Got Nest? Some insurance companies reward smart-home device owners
Some insurance companies want to know if you use a smart thermostat to regulate your home's temperature and have a sensor that alerts when there's a water leak; in fact, they want to reward you for these smart home devices.
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The six best monitors for gaming
These screens are tuned for crisp images and perfect response times, with refresh rates faster than the human eye and special features that will keep you alive longer in Counter Strike - if your rig can handle it.
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The creator of Destiny’s raids knows the first DLC had problems, and he has some fixes in mind
Destiny's lead raid designer Luke Smith pays a visit to NeoGAF to talk directly to fans about the mistakes made with the game's first DLC, The Dark Below, and a rough outline of how those concerns will be addressed in the next one.
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Tap into a world of streaming TV shows and movies with one of these streaming TV devices
If the price of cable is bringing you down, there's huge catalog of TV shows and movies available through streaming services from Netflix, Hulu and Amazon. Here's our list of the best TV streaming devices available today.
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Google Fiber in North Carolina to be announced this week, work might start in April
Google Fiber’s next stop appears to be North Carolina, according to sources and some connect-the-dots conjecturing. An announcement could be made as early as this week. Google remains mum on the potential endeavor.
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No strings attached: Hoover goes cordless with three new vacuums
Hoover introduced its Air Cordless model last year, and in spring 2015, it will release three more cordless models. The company sees the future of vacuums as increasingly portable and light.
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Take a look at the remastered Homeworld and find out what’s next for the classic series
Gearbox Software confirms a February 27, 2015 release for Homeworld Remastered Collection, offering a first look at how the 15 year old game looks in action. The studio also confirmed a new game in the series.
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LG smartphone sales surged 25% in 2014, thanks in part to the success of LG G3
LG plays second fiddle to Samsung in South Korea, but that hasn’t stopped the company from putting its stamp on the smartphone market. According to sources, LG’s smartphone sales grew more than 25 percent year-over-year in 2014, thanks to the LG G3.
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8 useful (and free) antivirus apps to protect your Android or Windows device
Apps to tackle the threat of malware and virus attack are a necessity for many of us, but do you really need to spend money on expensive subscriptions? Here’s how to find the best free anti-virus apps for your devices.
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Like a geeky Illuminati, the UHD Alliance is deciding the future of TV today
We explain what the UHD Alliance is and how it is changing what UHD means. Hint: It's not just about 4K resolution anymore.
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Volvo is preparing a more upscale XC90 … How do you say Maybach in Swedish?
Volvo will reportedly introduce a more upscale version of the XC90 crossover in Shanghai next April. The yet-unnamed crossover will offer room for four passengers on individual seats that will be heated, cooled and power-adjustable.
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Untangle your headphones with ease thanks to Spoolee
Say goodbye to knotted wires with this tidy new invention: Its inventor has just raised $50,000 on Kickstarter to start mass production and save us from a perennial first-world problem.
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How to install Linux on a Chromebook
If you're a tinkerer and like to really squeeze efficiency from your machines you can get a lot from your Chromebook by installing Linux. This gives you greater control over the system and lets you run software Chrome OS can't.
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Twitter can help to predict heart disease
A team of academics from several Universities has mapped the emotions found in public tweets against figures for heart disease and found that there's a very close link between the two.
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Taiwan passes law protecting kids against gadget addiction
How much time are your youngsters spending on the Web? A new law in Taiwan means parents could be liable for a fine if they're not keeping a close eye on their kids and their gadgets.
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