Sunday, April 19, 2015

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 4/20/2015

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Take your Internet to go with our favorite Chromebooks
We've compiled a list of our favorite Chromebooks, systems that combine great battery life, comfortable keyboards, and the performance it takes to run the lightweight Chrome OS.
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Matthew Mcconaughey feels not so alright alright watching new Star Wars teaser
The new teaser trailer for Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens was released this week. Millions of fans around the world were emotionally overwhelmed, and Matthew Mcconaughey was no exception.
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DT Giveaway: Win BenQ’s elegant treVolo electrostatic Bluetooth speaker
BenQ's treVolo brings the electrostatic transducer technology usually found in high-end home theaters down to a portable Bluetooth speaker, and we're giving one away.
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Google will be changing up your mobile search results
Google has announced a change in their mobile search results formula that will see a change in page rankings, and an emphasis on mobile optimized content.
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Hyundai’s vaporous N performance line gets some substance with new Genesis Coupe rumors
A new rumor about the Hyundai Genesis Coupe states that the sports car will front the previously announced N performance line. The new Coupe will have an engine output in the 480 hp range and will have an upgraded exterior design.
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One product fits all for socks, not music says Deezer’s US CEO
With the US firmly in his sights, Deezer's North American CEO, Tyler Goldman, tells us what's lacking in the music streaming experience right now and how Deezer is going to deliver it.
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Protect your iPhone 6 from spills, splashes, and submersion with one of these 10 cases
Apple didn’t make the iPhone 6 or 6 Plus waterproof. They aren’t even water resistant. But you can always pick up a case that is. We take a look at the best water resistant and waterproof iPhone 6 cases on the market.
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Before you resort to MS Paint or piracy, give these free image-editing tools a shot
Unleash you inner graphic designer with these free and effective downloadable photo-editing apps. Plus, we highlight a few Web-based alternatives.
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Orange is the New Black confirmed for fourth season in 2016
The highly acclaimed drama/comedy series featuring Piper Sherman fighting her way through women’s prison slated for fourth season.
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Precious cargo: Check out this luxurious shipping container home
Dallas-based Architect Matt Mooney is making headlines for his creation, PV14, a house created out of steel shipping containers. The structure has features including balconies, a penthouse, and a 40-foot-long pool.
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All the gadgets you need to make this the best barbecue season yet
Now that grilling season is almost upon us, we took some time to round up the best BBQ tech gadgets to help you conquer your next cookout. From helping you keep your gear clean to just really awesome ways to light stuff on fire, we've got you covered.
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NASA tech that converts heat into electricity may recharge your car battery one day
NASA has licensed thermoelectric material -- material that converts heat into electricity -- for commercialization. It may make its way into cars, manufacturing plants, and more.
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This suitcase-style record player looks like it belongs to a secret agent
The suitcase-style record player is making a comeback, and now Electrohome is offering its take on the retro design with this highly affordable fold-up job known as the Archer.
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Verizon’s custom FiOS TV package under fire from ESPN before it even launches
Verizon is planning to launch a new customizable package for FiOS TV customers by the name of "Custom TV" tomorrow, but ESPN claims the service violates its contract by bundling ESPN channels outside of the base package.
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MakerBot lays off 20 percent of its staff and closes its three retail locations
MakerBot, one of the most recognizable names in the world of 3D printing, has laid off 20 percent of its staff in one fell swoop. The company is calling the move a “reorganization” to better align to what matters most to its customers.
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Listen to Garbage jam, Ava Luna mix musical styles, and more with out top 5 songs to stream
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: Ava Luna, Garbage, Crystal Castles, and more.
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Steam cracks down on spammers, restricting new accounts until users pay up
Steam users have likely noticed a recent influx of spammers sending bogus friend invites and trade requests. To fight this increase in spam, Valve is limiting new accounts until users pay at least $5 USD.
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Flipping through The Manual: Flyboarding, knife sharpening, the ultimate steak
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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Catch the NBA’s final act with our guide to streaming the NBA Playoffs
With the NBA Playoffs finally upon us, we know you don't want to miss a second of the drama. Here's how to stream all the NBA Playoff action online, even for those who don't have a cable subscription.
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The best of the last-gen: Our 10 favorite Xbox 360 games
There may be nearly 1,000 Xbox 360 games on the market, but unfortunately, they're not all winners. Check out our favorite titles, from surreal puzzles games such as "Braid" to the latest installment in the ever-so-popular Gears of War franchise.
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A cluster of lenses is better than one: Startup to bring super cameras to smartphones in 2016
Smartphone photography has come a long way, but photos you can snap with your phone still fall short of photos you can snap with a DSLR camera. A startup called Light has a way to bridge that gap: a cluster of small lenses each coupled with its own image sensor.
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Good news, Aliens: NASA’s MRV is bringing sideways performance to a planet near you
NASA’s Modular Robotic Vehicle, or MRV, is a battery-electric people-carrier designed for transport on other planets. The agency has released a test video of the MRV, which shows off the vehicle’s lateral driving prowess.
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Looking for something good to watch? Check out Hot Fuzz and four more films to stream
How are you going to get through this week? By pulling up your favorite streaming service and queueing the finest films and TV shows available now. Up this week: Hot Fuzz, Goodbye to Language, and more.
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One gamer has made an OnLive alternative in preparation for its end
Larry Gadea, an OnLive gamer, posted a blog update on April 12 detailing how to create your own gaming cloud service. This comes on the heels of OnLive's announcement that it will be ending its service on April 30.
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Bing now powers 1 in 5 desktop searches in the US
Which search engine are you using these days? Google might have the upper hand in terms of global statistics, but Microsoft's Bing is starting to make significant inroads in the United States.
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WhatsApp hits 800m active users, could top a billion by year’s end
Messaging app WhatsApp is now used by 800 million people globally, founder Jan Koum said Friday. At its current growth rate, the Facebook-owned cross-platform service looks set to top a billion users by year's end.
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Spotify adverts now know the mood of your playlists
Spotify is giving brands the ability to target their advertising based on the mood or genre of the playlist you're currently listening to. The change goes live from the start of May.
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The first Batman v. Superman teaser is now officially out in HD
The caped crusader faces off against the man of steel, and this time it's official. Check out the first official teaser trailer from Warner Bros. for the 2016 DC Comics blockbuster.
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Galaxy S6 sales are exceeding all reasonable expectations
The Galaxy S6 is setting up to be the Samsungs' redemption from its extraordinarily underwhelming performance in 2014. Estimates for end of year unit sales have taken a turn for the better.
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Keep your family data-happy with Walmart Family Mobile’s updated plans
For families not too keen on using too much data on a monthly basis, T-Mobile announced it would increase the data caps for Walmart Family mobile plans. The changes go into effect tomorrow, April 18.
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