IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 18/12/2015

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IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 18/12/2015

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Copyright Royalty Board: Pandora required to pay 21 percent more in royalties
The internet radio streamer and other non-interactive streamers like iHeartRadio (but not Apple Music or Spotify) is now required to pay a higher royalty rate. The decision could've been worse for streamer, but it's certainly not good news for Pandora.
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These socks will actually pause Netflix if you fall asleep
Looking for your next DIY project? Check out the Netflix Socks, an Arduino-powered design that will automatically pause your Netflix show if you happen to fall asleep in front of the television.
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Don't call it a comeback: LL Cool J will host the Grammy's for fifth time
Hip hop icon LL Cool J will host the 58th annual Grammy Awards in February 2016. Recording Academy president Neil Portnow said the artist's expertise as a Grammy-winning artist and accomplished actor makes him best for the role.
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DT Giveaway: Thonet Vander Kurbis BT Speakers
Thonet & Vander’s Kurbis BT may go down as the most surprising product we reviewed in 2015. These speakers have no business sounding so good for their price. In fact, if you don’t win this giveaway, you should probably buy a set anyway. Put aside for a moment that the brand may be unfamiliar and […]
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Spoiler alert: Reddit is banning users who post Star Wars: The Force Awakens spoilers
Reddit moderators have warned users posting Star Wars: The Force Awakens spoilers that they risk being banned from the website. Mods are also stating that trolls have even messaged them spoilers.
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Disney's imperialistic theater takeover has Tarantino in fits on Stern
Star Wars: The Force Awakens is set to take over theaters, and unfortunately, it is pushing The Hateful Eight out, according to director Quentin Tarantino. The director told Howard Stern that Disney pressured Los Angeles' Cinerama Dome to take over its run.
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See the first shot of Natalie Portman as Jackie O from the set of Jackie
Ahead of the much-anticipated Jackie Kennedy biopic, we now have a visual glimpse of Natalie Portman as the iconic First Lady. The Pablo Larrain-directed film is currently filming in Paris.
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Garmin Varia review
The Varia Rearview tail light is equipped with radar that can alert cyclists to the approach of vehicles from as far back as 150 yards.
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Crowdfunded Virtuix Omni finally ships to first backer, thousands more planned for early 2016
Virtuix's Omni, a VR harness that lets users walk or run in place with a headset attached, has finally shipped to its first Kickstarter backer. 50 more units will ship out by the end of January.
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Aston Martin's Rapide S connected car concept could signal new EV sports car
Aston Martin may team up with Letv, a Chinese Internet company, on an all-electric sports car. The partner in question focuses on Internet television services and consumer electronics.
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Nullspace VR wants you to reach out and touch someone, virtually
Nullspace VR has big plans for its haptic feedback vest, which will let users feel what they see in VR. The company will ship out the first development kits in January 2016.
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FarmBot is a DIY agriculture robot that promises to usher in the future of farming
FarmBot is a DIY, open-source agriculture robot that is completely adaptable to any precision farming setup. FarmBot lets the environmentally conscious create sustainable farming solutions in their own backyards without industrial equipment.
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Watch: Stephen Colbert tries to steal role of Han Solo from Harrison Ford
Convincing Harrison Ford to reprise his role as Han Solo was quite the challenge, at least according to Stephen Colbert's version of events. A new skit shows the Late Show host and director J.J. Abrams tricking the actor into taking the part.
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The Rinspeed Etos is a hybrid autonomous car with its own personal drone
Swiss think tank and mobility lab Rinspeed has unveiled the Etos concept ahead of its debut at CES 2016. Based on the BMW i8, the hybrid has a fully autonomous mode, a folding steering wheel, and its own personal drone.
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Pier 57 redevelopment a go with Anthony Bourdain’s food market, Google offices
Google is the anchor tenant of a massive redevelopment of the abandoned Pier 57 in New York City into SuperPier. World class chef and CNN host Anthony Bourdain will bring an international food market to the complex.
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100 awesome Android games you need to try
We've rewritten and re-chosen our favorite Android games on the Google Play Store and Amazon Appstore. Check out our picks in every major game genre.
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Congress rewards NASA’s accomplishments with $1.3 billion in extra funding for 2016
NASA's big 2015 just got a lot bigger after Congress announced NASA's budget for 2016 would be $19.3 billion, which is roughly $800 million more than Obama asked for and $1.3 billion more than it got in 2015.
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Creed’s Michael B. Jordan aims to create his own role by co-writing comic book series
After making waves at the box office with Creed, actor Michael B. Jordan has plans to co-write an upcoming comic book series, North, with writer Nathan Edmonson. Jordan would also potentially star in the film adaptation.
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Sony A7S II review
The A7S II retains its predecessor’s low-light prowess, but now offers in-camera 4K storage, 5-axis image stabilization, compressed/uncompressed 14-bit RAW, and other impressive tech.
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Transcend SSD370S review
Transcend is probably best known for its line of USB flash drives, but can deliver performance at a good price in the crowded solid state drive market?
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Now you can control your GoPro with Apple Watch
GoPro's smartphone app is great, but having the same control and preview functions on your wrist makes using the action cam effortless. We put the Apple Watch GoPro app to the test.
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Huawei may bring feminine variants for its smartwatch
Following in Apple's and Motorola's footsteps, Huawei may bring more variants for its smartwatch to bring broader appeal. Rumored to be unveiled at CES in January, the new variants will bring more feminine bands and a rounder, more elegant case.
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Uber has integrated with Facebook Messenger so you never have to leave a conversation
Uber and Facebook have collaborated to integrate the ride-sharing service into the messaging app, eliminating the need to leave the conversation. The integration lets you request, track, and pay for your rides within the Facebook Messenger app.
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This projection-mapped Christmas tree is the Tannenbaum
Brazil-based studio Ambos created a projection-mapped Christmas tree. It projected a spectacular display on an actual tree, which definitely saves on the decorating time and cuts down on the amount of breakable ornaments.
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California says self-driving cars need steering wheels, drivers at the ready
Under new draft rules proposed on Wednesday, California is set to mandate that any self-driving car must have a driver behind the wheel. The car will also need to have a steering wheel, and the driver must be ready to take control of the car if the system fails.
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Move over Uber, Google is now in the game
According to a report from Bloomberg, the newly branded Alphabet plans to spin off its self-driving car unit into a separate business that will go head-to-head with companies like Uber, Lyft, and Gett
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NRA debuted first anti-gun control Snapchat filter to coincide with Republican debate
The NRA introduced its first-ever Snapchat filter in the run-up the Republican debate in Las Vegas. The filters aimed at Nevada's gun control ballot initiative due to take place next November.
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Fly like an eagle (or a pegasus) into the future on this VR exercise bike
Not just a 90s throwback, the VirZoom Plus home exercise bike is actually a virtual reality controller that delivers an exciting promise of exercise gaming at home for the whole family.
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Better than Drake? Bryan Cranston, Kristen Wiig, and other celebs cover Hotline Bling
Can no one resist creating their own version of Drake's Hotline Bling? A group of celebrities, including Bryan Cranston, Kristen Wiig, Amy Schumer, Seth Rogen, and more, teamed up to cover the hit song in a hilarious new video.
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Facebook’s new local business listings feature causes Yelp shares to drop
Facebook is currently testing a new local business listings feature that provides reviews and info for local service providers. News of the tool has caused Yelp shares to plummet.
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