IT-Code-News: IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 24/12/2015

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IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 24/12/2015

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Ouch: Forbes names Johnny Depp Hollywood’s most overpaid actor of 2015
Johnny Depp has received a new distinction, but it's not a very flattering one: The actor topped Forbes' annual list of Hollywood's most overpaid actors. He's joined by the likes of Denzel Washington, Brad Pitt, and more.
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Surface Hub, Microsoft’s $9,000 wall-mounted touchscreen, is delayed yet again
The Surface Hub is a wall-mounted touchscreen all-in-one. After two delays, Microsoft announced a third, and a pretty steep price increase as well. If you've been waiting, you've got a while longer to wait.
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More pay than pals: Paypal processes $8,733 every second
According to recent report, the leading online payment processor PayPal is currently handling more than $8,000 in transactions every second of every day. That's a 140 percent increase from 2011.
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Palmer Luckey says Oculus Rift is on schedule, but pre-orders won’t open this year
Palmer Luckey once took to Twitter to let everyone know that everything was on schedule, but also confirmed that the much anticipated pre-order will not be available until next year.
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Turn your DNA into a scarf with Dot One, a DNA analysis company that made art from genetic code
Dot One analyzes the 0.1 percent of DNA that makes each human a unique individual. Through a visual analysis that assigns colors to unique genetic markers, the company can print anyone's genetic sequence on scarves, posters, and more.
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BMW will go for that 'wow' factor with its 9 Series GT and i6 EV sedan in 2020
BMW is reportedly building a 9 Series four-door coupe flagship and i6 electric sedan to be shown in 2020. The i6 model will slot between the i3 and i8 while the 9 Series will be the brand's new range topper.
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'Bigger is better' in new Deadpool teaser hyping IMAX viewing experience
Deadpool is speaking to fans again, and this time, it's to highlight the benefits of seeing the upcoming Marvel flick in IMAX. As his character, Ryan Reynolds uses chimichangas to argue that "bigger is better" in a new teaser.
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Microsoft just bought a messaging app from a former exec
Microsoft has acquired a team messaging app named Talko in order to integrate its functions into Skype. Talko was created by former Microsoft Executive, Ray Ozzie, and will close its services next year.
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Here’s what’s new on Netflix in January 2016, and what’s going away
Our complete list of what's new on Netflix for January and which titles will be removed will help you catch up on your binging and ensure you don't miss any titles heading into the ether.
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Leaked WhatsApp screenshots reveal next major update could include video calling
WhatsApp's next major update could include video calling and multiple chat tabs, according to leaked screenshots. The feature could be rolled out to the iOS version of the messaging app within days.
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Stone Temple Pilots’ remaining members honor Scott Weiland in video tribute
Remaining members of Stone Temple Pilots honor former frontman Scott Weiland by reminiscing over a recording of Atlanta. The song was released as part of the group’s 1999 record No. 4.
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Play Store info suggests BlackBerry has sold around 50,000 Privs
According to Google Play Store data, BlackBerry might have only sold between 10,001 and 50,000 Priv smartphones so far. There are several factors at play that make the number hazier than it might be, however.
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These monstrous deep sea mining robots were built to search for gold on the ocean floor
Assuming the ocean floor to be a potential gold mine, the Toronto-based Nautilus Materials just built a fleet of seabed-mining robots to scour it for gold, silver, and copper. Testing of the machines is set to commence in mid-2016.
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Charlize Theron and House of Cards' David Fincher to exec produce new Netflix series
Netflix is reportedly ready for another series with House of Cards director and executive producer David Fincher. The streamer is said to be involved with a new series to be executive produced by Fincher and Charlize Theron.
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Killer Instinct, Deus Ex HR free for Xbox Live Gold subscribers in January
Xbox Live Gold subscribers can expect a varied lineup of Xbox One freebies in January, as Microsoft plans to give away the full first season of Killer Instinct content alongside a pair of backward-compatible Xbox 360 standouts.
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U2 track pack out now for Rock Band 4, including hits One and Vertigo
Harmonix's Rock Band 4 gets a collection of Irish band U2's biggest hits this week as downloadable content, including chart-topping favorites like One, Vertigo, and Sunday Bloody Sunday.
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Leaked Agent screenshots show a little piece of a long-lost Rockstar game
A series of screenshots and environmental assets from Agent, Rockstar Games' as-yet unfinished PS3 espionage game have surfaced, providing a rare glimpse at the mysterious title.
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Audi’s next generation Q5 will get a new range-topping RS version with 400 HP
Audi is reportedly planning a range-topping RSQ5 with 400 hp to sit atop its next generation Q5 range. The super crossover would rival BMW's planned X3 M and Porsche's Macan Turbo.
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McLaren’s raucous 675LT Spider sells out in just two weeks
McLaren has announced that all 500 units of the 675LT Spider have sold out in just two weeks. The fastest open-top McLaren ever built, the Spider equips a 3.8-liter, twin-turbo V8 that makes 666 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque.
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Toyota to debut map-generating system for autonomous cars at CES
Toyota will unveil a new system that generates maps for self-driving cars at CES next month. It relies on data gathered from the built-in cameras and GPS units of cars that are already on the road.
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Star Wars fan survives 'grueling ordeal,' sits through The Force Awakens 9 times
A Star Wars fan in Austin, Texas, proved his Jedi powers by staying awake through a "grueling" marathon. Jim Braden watched all seven films in a row, and watched The Force Awakens nine times.
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Bellabeat Leaf review
The Bellabeat Leaf is a gorgeous piece of smart jewelry that tracks more than just your activity and sleep quality. We’ve worn the Leaf since the first day it came out to test its powers.
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Asus’ browser will block ads for you by default
Asus reached an agreement with AdBlock Plus that will have the hardware manufacturer bake in AdBlock Plus into its browser. The adblocker's features will be installed across Asus' wide swath of devices.
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Google wants to replace your password with your smartphone
Google's testing a new method of log in that relies on your smartphone for authentication. It does away with passwords entirely, except in instances where your phone is inaccessible.
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Futuristic credit card maker Stratos sells out to Ciright One to stay alive
The company behind the smart card that offers a universal credit card experience is undergoing a restructuring due to financial challenges. If you're a member, expect to receive an email soon about the company's new changes. Support will resume soon.
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Here are the 25 best cases and covers for your brand-new iPhone 6S
If you’re wondering what kind of stylish cover or protective case you might get for Apple's newest smartphone, then step inside and take a look at our pick of the best iPhone 6S cases revealed so far.
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Cerevo’s smart snowboard bindings light up the trails
The placement of bindings opens up interesting options like balance tracking, which goes beyond the stat tracking we've all come to expect from sports gear. Pressure sensors monitor your board flex and weight distribution.
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All the rumors and news about Apple’s 4-inch iPhone 6C or iPhone 7C
What is dead may never die: Rumors of a cheaper 4-inch iPhone 6C resurfaced after the iPhone 6S launch in September 2015. The smaller low-cost iPhone should have mid-range specs and may come in metal. Here are all the rumors.
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Assassin’s Creed movie’s viral marketing campaign starts with website and social pics
20th Century Fox hints at something big coming March 25 in the new marketing campaign for the Assassin's Creed movie, with a company website and a photo of a business card sending fans on the hunt for details.
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Eight days of DT Giveaways
Wouldn’t holiday shopping be a lot more fun if you didn’t have to, you know, pay for stuff? We thought so too. That’s why we’re giving away some of our favorite gadgets – from drones to smartphones – for the eight days leading up to Christmas. Enter to win as many giveaways as you want, […]
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