IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 7/7/2015

Monday, July 6, 2015

IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 7/7/2015

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Android One continues its round-the-world tour, new phone launched in Pakistan
Google's Android One program, which introduces affordable stock Android phones to growing markets, is continually expanding to new countries, and getting new hardware. Here's everything you need to know about the Android One range.
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Hell hath no fury like China facing bloatware: Chinese agency sues Samsung and Oppo
A Chinese agency is taking Samsung and Oppo to court over the bloatware the companies load on their phones, claiming that the multitude of these apps unreasonably detract from the amount of storage space advertised to consumers.
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Dangerous baby blues: new study suggests link between eye color and alcoholism
Scientists from the University of Vermont recently published a series of new findings in the American Journal of Medical Genetics with the rather shocking suggestion that people with light-colored eyes may be at higher risk for alcoholism.
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A tinier Titanic and smaller Stonehenge: These backyard replicas are amazing
With a lot of time and patience, these people created some remarkable structures in their backyards, including a replica of the Titanic, a hand-built pirate ship, and a smaller version of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Zach Braff tells us about his passion for Destiny, dreams of directing blockbusters
Zach Braff was at E3 with Activision to play Destiny: The Taken King. We caught up with the actor/director, best known for the TV show Scrubs, and ended up taking a walk down video game-memory lane.
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DT Giveaway: Braven’s BRV-X lets you soak up some songs along with your sun
We're giving away one of our favorite portable Bluetooth speakers, the Braven BRV-X. Join now for a chance to win this awesome speaker.
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Crank up the A/C and stay in with the best streaming movies on Amazon Prime
Amazon Prime gives subscribers access to a host of great movies, and we've compiled a list of the absolute best titles available via the streaming service.
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Are screensavers still needed, or just an artifact of the past?
Everyone likes a shiny screensaver, but does your computer still need one? What do screensavers do, anyway? Here are the facts behind the ubiquitous screensaver, and why it's not as important as it used to be.
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Chromebook, say cheese! Here’s how to snap pictures on ChromeOS
ChromeOS has a number of built-in screenshot options and can also be used with Chrome screenshot extensions for added flexibility. You have a lot of options - but how they work isn't immediately obvious.
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Gas castle: This truck transforms into a tiny home
Just because you make your home on wheels, doesn't mean it has to be the same old shape you see rolling down the highway. This truck transforms into a castle, complete with turrets.
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Here are the 5 apps you should download this week
It's more difficult than ever to seek out the best new apps released each week, even if you have the will to trawl through the app store on a regular basis. To make life easier, we've gathered our favorite app picks together in a handy list.
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Watch: Hands on with the little stone that makes any sound system wireless
Muzo's Cobblestone turns any stereo, boombox, or powered speaker into a wireless audio device. Offering a centralized app, and the ability to play multiple systems throughout the home at once, Cobblestone is an affordable wireless solution for any system.
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10 tech stories you missed this week: Netflix tax, iPhone 5C leaks, and more
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 FBI is offering $4.3m for the world’s most notorious cyber criminals
The FBI's latest cyber crime most wanted list includes infamous hackers like the creator of Gameover Zeus, and other Russian cybercriminals wanted for hacking and fraud.
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Machine learning system can detect jokes to help police focus on actual terrorist threats
Eden Saig, a computer science student at the Technion -- Israel Institute of Technology has developed a machine learning system to accurately detect and identify emotions in electronic communications.
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Samsung is the top U.S. smartphone vendor again, thanks to the S5 and S6 (in that order)
Samsung has reclaimed its title as the top smartphone vendor in the U.S. after ceding its throne to Apple, according to a recent report. The first full month of availability for the company’s Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge smartphones had something to do with it.
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Cyberbullying is now a crime in New Zealand, punishable by jail time and fine
Cyberbullying is now a crime in New Zealand after the country’s parliament passed the Harmful Digital Communications Bill. Under the new law, offenders face jail time and a hefty fine.
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Nvidia G-Sync or AMD FreeSync? Pick a side and stick with it
There are some subtle differences between the two adaptive refresh technology offerings, and they affect cost, performance, and compatibility. Once you choose one, you're committed, so which should it be?
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Awesome tech you can’t buy yet: 4K camera balls, pro optics for your phone
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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Apple Pay looks set to launch in the U.K. on July 14
Contactless payments using Apple Pay look set to begin in the U.K. on July 14, a report on Saturday suggests. However, transactions will for the time being be limited to just £20 ($31), though retailers are expected to lift the cap over time.
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Flipping through The Manual: Bluegrass belts, castles, alpine fly fishing gear
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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This 100-pound cast iron turntable has smarter tech than your car
Fern & Roby offer a new entry in the field of most coveted turntables on earth in this cast iron 100 pounder that's loaded with tech to ensure brilliant spins of your favorite wax, with an industrial aesthetic that's sure to make any hi-fi enthusiast jealous.
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Tour de France goes high-tech with GoPro footage and live rider tracking
Velon and ASO partnered with GoPro to produce awesome video of this year's Tour de France. Footage from team cars, mechanics, bikes, and more will be available viewers. Better yet; ASO will offer real-time live tracking for all teams, a first in Tour history.
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Meet the winners of the Ant-Man Micro-Tech Challenge and their cool inventions
No, the challenge was not to shrink things, but to use at least one inexpensive, easy to buy micro-tech component in a do-it-yourself project, and it was open to girls aged 14 to 18 as a way to encourage interest in the STEM fields.
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Toyota’s redesigned 2016 Prius reportedly appears online with detailed information
Design sketches and information about the next-generation Toyota Prius leak online. The 2016 Prius will average 54 miles per gallon, and will be lighter and larger than the current model.
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Two Hellcats and a Viper whip up a smoky cocktail in Dodge’s new ‘Predators’ ad
Dodge has released a new promotional ad for its muscle car lineup called “Predators.” In the 90-second clip, witness a Challenger Hellcat, Charger Hellcat, and Viper GTS scream around an ominous cityscape like few other cars can.
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Microsoft won’t include support for Silverlight in Windows 10 Edge browser
Unlikely to impact the majority of streaming media consumers, Microsoft's video streaming standard Silverlight will not be supported in the upcoming Microsoft Edge Web browser that's shipping with Windows 10.
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Intel Core i3 vs Core i5: Which is right for you?
Intel's Core i3 processors are thrifty and efficient, while Core i5 processors offer an appealing middle ground for price and power. Which one you want depends on what you want it to do.
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Ready to grill? Here are some alternatives to clean it without a wire-bristle brush
Wire-bristle grill brushes have taken some heat recently, because sometimes the bristles dislodge and end up causing serious injuries when an unsuspecting party-goer swallows it. Luckily, there are alternative ways to clean your grill.
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Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition will start as a beta
Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition is releasing as a beta, with feedback tools and features designed to let the game evolve as the community sees fit. Features from the Pocket Edition will also be included.
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