Sunday, March 8, 2015

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 3/9/2015

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To photograph the gates of hell, bring tough equipment, a plan, and guts
Whenever and wherever a volcano erupts, you’ll very likely find photographer Fred Kamphues standing nearby. Find out why this Dutch photographer is attracted to some of nature's fiercest phenomenons.
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Who needs a 65-inch TV, anyway? Here’s our 5 favorite projectors under $1,000
Thankfully, you don't have to drop an upwards of $3,000 just to throw a 65-inch video on your living room wall. Check out our picks for the best projectors for under $1,000, whether you prefer a long-throw device or one better suited for your coffee table.
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The United States of Beer: Stick caps in this map to chart your drinking habits
Are you a worldly drinker? Now you can show off with a map from Beer Cap Maps; U.S., state, and country maps can be filled with beer caps from different regions, which makes for a pretty cool-looking effect.
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Lockheed Martin’s newest laser weapon can destroy a truck’s engine from a mile away
Dr. Evil, eat your heart out: Lockheed Martin recently demonstrated a laser that disabled a small truck’s engine from more than a mile away. The prototype fiber laser used in the field test through the engine of a small truck in a matter of seconds,
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Final Fantasy XV embraces action and exploration, and that’s just great
We've sampled the first hour of the upcoming Final Fantasy XV demo, which is packed in with launch day copies of Final Fantasy Type-0 HD.
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The 10 best cars at the Geneva Auto Show will make you wish you were Swiss
The 2015 Geneva Motor Show brought dozens of absolutely stunning unveilings. Of all the debuts, 10 cars stood out to us as the cream of the crop. Accordingly, we’ve compiled them into one list.
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The ‘doghouse of the future’ is swankier than our place
How spoiled is your dog? Does he or she have a $30,000 doghouse? Samsung created a pretty amazing pad for pooches that just might make you slobber all over your keyboard.
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Making raspberries, or going bananas? We compare to find the best Pi
There's a number of other products competing with the Pi for a share of the DIY market, and one of the more popular versions is the Banana Pi from Chinese manufacturer LeMaker. But does it really challenge the new, quad-core Raspberry Pi?
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Millennials watch more YouTube than TV, study says
According to a new study, the younger demographic spend more time watching YouTube and other online video outlets than TV because 'they find it more enjoyable and relevant to their lives.'
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Flipping through The Manual: Weaponized walking sticks, wild scents, absinthe
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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Thermal imaging doesn’t just illuminate the dark, it now lets you turn dumb objects smart
Metaio has been showing off a series of demos designed to showcase the potential of augmented reality technology. Thermal touch has real potential as a an alternative control scheme for wearables that doesn't rely on direct interactions with your device.
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5 songs you need to hear this weekend
Not sure what new music to listen to? We'll let you know what new tracks and albums dropping this week that are are worth using your bandwidth on. Up this week: Carly Rae Jepsen, Tuxedo, Tanlines, and more.
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Apple and Samsung are the most valuable global brands of 2015
Apple is the most valuable global brand of 2015, according to report from Brand Finance. The U.S. brand behind the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus is worth a record $128 billion. South Korea-based Samsung retained its No. 2 spot.
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Next-gen Jeep Wrangler rumored to pack an EcoDiesel engine, 8-speed automatic
A rumor concerning the next Jeep Wrangler has surfaced, stating that it might be packaged with an EcoDiesel engine and 8-speed automatic transmission. This combination is found in other FCA-produced cars, and falls in line with similar long-standing speculation.
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Could DNA be the key to passing digital data to future generations?
All current forms of digital storage have flaws that make them a poor choice for storing data over thousands of years. It turns out the key to extreme long-term storage may not be more advanced electronics but instead a natural phenomena found in every living being; DNA.
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Our 10 favorite Wii U games that you can buy right now
Nintendo's Wii U might forego high-end graphics and hardware, but it still offers something for everyone. Check out our current list of favorite titles for the system, from frantic hack-n-slasher games to intuitive platformers and action puzzlers.
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Hearthstone’s next adventure heads to Blackrock Mountain and mobile phones
Blizzard has announced that the next Adventure for Hearthstone will be called Blackrock Mountain, translating another one of the seminal game's famous raids into a solo adventure.
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Take a closer look at GTA Online’s upcoming Heists
In anticipation of the impending release of cooperative heists in GTA Online on March 10, Rockstar has released a new gallery of images and a brief teaser trailer.
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The CIA is changing to take on the online hackers
The Central Intelligence Agency is set for a big shake-up as it looks to better combat the threats of online hackers and spies. Director John Brennan has been explaining the changes to the press.
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Trends with Benefits: Apple Watch wariness, Hyperloop hype, magnet mayhem
Will the Apple Watch flop or fly? Digital Trends editors discuss the merits of Apple's upcoming smartwatch, along with pricing for HBO Go, France's new appliance law, and Elon Musk's Hyperloop edging closer to reality.
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Torrenting app denies it’s ‘secretly’ mining Bitcoins
uTorrent and its owner BitTorrent have come under fire after some users reported finding unauthorized software on their computers — so what's really happening with the latest update?
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Android for virtual reality is on the way, says report
Are Google engineers building a special version of Android to work on VR headsets like the Oculus Rift? If a story in the Wall Street Journal is to be believed, yes it is. Find out what we know so far.
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Google’s new patent is full of ideas for smart home gadgets
Yesterday, a patent from Google was published, detailing lots of ideas from the company about connecting your smart home. It looks like the company wants to expand to door locks, door knobs, and more.
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Stuck in the middle? Use these tips on locating the best economy seats
Flying in the economy cabin isn't the most comfortable, but some seats are actually worse. To help you find the right seat, we've assembled some tried-and-true tips that will make your flight feel less like flying cargo.
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Audi confirms it will challenge Tesla with electric SUV
Audi has confirmed that it is busily developing an all-electric SUV. Aimed at the Tesla Model X, the yet-unnamed SUV will offer a total driving range of well over 300 miles thanks to recent advances in battery technology.
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6 features Apple Watch needs to stand apart from other wearables
What would make the Apple Watch truly successful? How will it steal a march on the rapidly expanding smartwatch market? Here are six things that could really boost its chances of success.
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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s … the first photo of Supergirl!
Glee actress Melissa Benoist appears in costume as the DC Comics hero Supergirl in the first official photo from the upcoming CBS television series.
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Lotus, down but not out, betting on crossover to make a comeback
Lotus CEO Jean-Marc Gales has confirmed the company could soon approve the development of a new four-door model. Likely taking the form of a crossover, the family-friendly Lotus will have to take on the Herculean task of helping the company return to profitability.
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Amazing iris scanner lets you unlock your phone and pay bills with your eyes
Delta ID's new ActiveIris Technology scans your iris to verify your identity. Once it's incorporated into phones, it will be able to unlock your device, make payments, log into websites, and more.
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