Sunday, June 14, 2015

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 6/15/2015

Digital Trends



Awesome tech you can’t buy yet: Sanitizer robots, fish-finder sunglasses, and more
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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Americans spend an alarming amount of time checking social media on their phones
It's an all too familiar sight: A woman falls into a mall fountain while texting. And now, a new report from Informate Mobile Intelligence tells us exactly how attached Americans are to their smartphones and their social media networks.
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Tesla’s Model 3 will boast a 250-mile or greater range, cost $35,000
Tesla has shared more information about its upcoming Model III sedan, including its claimed range of 250 miles or more on a charge. The Chevy Bolt competitor will be far cheaper than the Model S will open the brand to new buyers.
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Keep butt-crack sweat at bay with these booty cradlers
Summer means sweat-crack, especially if you exercise outside. Think you'll be safe eating ribs on that date? If you want to avoid stink-butt, rest your cheeks in undies specifically designed to and keep you so fresh and so clean.
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Power without the power cords? It’s no longer science-fiction
Not content with cables, researchers from University of Washington in Seattle have managed to charge a wireless camera over Wi-Fi using a standard router.
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Finally Bulb gives the best of incandescent light without the wasted energy
Say hello to the Finally Bulb, the first light bulb to use acandescent technology to replicate the look and feel of the traditional incandescent bulb while staying easy on the environment and your wallet.
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Video Review: The best-looking 4K TV ever is now even better
After taking honors as the first TV to earn a perfect 10 from DT, LG is back with an update on its 4K UHD OLED TV, the EG9600. An updated webOS 2.0 operating system, slightly new look, and new anti-glare coating mark new features for this year. Find out more in our video.
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Go surfing on two wheels with BMW Motorrad’s Path 22 concept
BMW Motorrad has introduced a new concept called Path 22. Named after a secret surf spot, the Path 22 benefits from a long list of off-road-focused equipment such as a long-travel suspension, studded tires and raised exhaust pipes.
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Weekly Rewind: 10 important tech stories you may have missed
It can be challenging to keep track of everything that happens in the tech world. That's why, we have compiled a list of the top 10 tech stories from this week -- just for you.
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The 10 best Motorola Droid Turbo cases to safeguard your phone
If you're looking for the best Motorola Droid Turbo cases money can buy, you'll want to see this list. We've got protective cases, stylish cases, functional cases, and sometimes all three, plus there's something to suit any budget.
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Windows 10: Our complete guide to Microsoft’s next OS
Microsoft plans to recover from Windows 8 with a new OS supporting mouse, touch, and voice input, expanding and refine the Metro interface, and adding a replacement for the Start menu. Here's what we've heard about Windows 10 so far.
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Sit on your throne in Bel Air — in the most expensive home in America — for $500 million
A film producer is building a home in Bel Air, California, which he plans to eventually sell for $500 million. That would make it the most expensive home in the U.S. Don't worry; it comes with four pools, so it's worth the money.
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Torque takes personalization to the extreme with its line of customizable headphones
Torque takes the notion of customization to the extreme with a new line of headphones that lets users swap parts in order to adjust the sound signature.
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Google starts giving away free Android apps (for kids)
For the first time, the Google Play app store is giving away paid apps for free. Adults should temper their excitement though, since this applies only to the recently announced Family section of the Google Play Store, at least for now.
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How ’24 Hours of Le Mans’ racers drive faster, last longer, and use less gas
Driving in a full 24 - hour race is taxing on the mind and car. Ever wonder how drivers get their racers ready for '24 Hours of Le Mans'? We've got a full rundown.
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Get your geek on in the kitchen with these gadgets that help you make delicious treats
Do you like to cook and/or bake? Do you like Star Wars, Doctor Who, and their ilk? We have some geeky kitchen gadgets for you! Impress your friends! Eat some pie! Everyone wins.
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Flipping through The Manual: Beard trimmers and Badass Father’s Day vacations
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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Confused by how to buy a motherboard? We make it clear
The motherboard connect everything in your computer, making it arguably the most important component. Buying one can be daunting, but the decision comes down to a few key traits.
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Iron Man edition Galaxy S6 Edge sells for $91,000, thanks to color and serial number
The demand for the Iron Man limited edition Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge is getting out of hand. An online auction in China saw one of the Iron Man editions of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge sell for more than $91,000.
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Binge watch Season 3 of Orange is the New Black and more of our 5 shows 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: Orange is the New Black, Rosewater, and more.
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Shrouded in darkness, Lotus’ track-focused 3-Eleven patiently waits for its public debut
Lotus will introduce the 3-Eleven at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Built to hit the track, the 3-Eleven will feature a 420-horsepower supercharged V6 engine and a driver-focused cockpit devoid of all superfluous equipment.
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Renault-Alpine previews its next sports car with heritage-laced Celebration concept
Renault's reborn Alpine division has introduced a new concept called Celebration. Powered by a mid-mounted engine, the heritage-laced concept accurately previews the coupe that Alpine will launch next year.
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Sing along with Sharon Van Etten’s latest track in our list of five new songs to stream
Not sure what new music to listen to? We'll let you know what new tracks and albums dropping this week are worthy of your attention. Up this week: the Weeknd, Sharon Van Etten, the Arcs, and more.
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NASA is bringing 4K content to YouTube, and here’s a 20-second teaser
Check out NASA's first 4K clip on YouTube — assuming you have the hardware to handle it — which the agency promises is the first of many UHD videos it's going to be showcasing in the future.
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Wikipedia switches to default encryption for its crowdsourced encyclopedia
Wikipedia and its associated sites are going encrypted — that makes it much harder for anyone to spy on your browsing patterns or limit which pages you can and can't see on the site.
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This app claims it can detect cancer by the sound of your voice
Your smartphone can detect your body’s “bad vibes” through your voice, thanks to a new smartphone app.
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Facebook is watching you watch the News Feed
Another week, another tweak to the Facebook News Feed: Mark Zuckerberg's company has announced it's now measuring how much time you spend looking at each of your friends' social media updates.
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Quirky decides to stop making devices unless it’s with powerful partners
If you have a million-dollar idea, you might want to hold onto it. Quirky, which used to solicit such ideas from its community, is no longer manufacturing products, though they'll focus on design and distribution.
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Nissan is turning up the heat with the Juke-R NISMO
The Nissan Juke-R NISMO will debut June 25 at the Goodwood Festival of Speed as a potentially more insane sequel to the GT-R-engined, all-wheel drive Juke-R hot rod. It should make the Internet explode.
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