Showing posts with label TV. Show all posts
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Tuesday, May 24, 2016

IT News Head Lines (AustralianIT) 25/05/2016

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Heavyweights back 9 Spokes
The Kiwi cloud app integrator is getting plenty of love from partners and local institutional investors.

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A Springboard for female founders
The first ever female president of a TV network Kay Koplovitz says more work needed to grow investor confidence in Australia.

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Head-up metrics a distraction
A head-up display for cyclists seems like a good idea but is really more trouble than its worth.

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10 start-ups ready for acceleration
An all-terrain buggy board and genetically guided antidepressants are among the inductees to the Melbourne program.

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Shield sets TV standard
The fourth generation Apple TV and the Nvidia Shield powered by Android TV are two serious set top contenders.

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Security bill a ‘wake-up call’
Mandatory data breach legislation is on its way and some boards could find themselves in hot water.

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Sector needs bipartisanship
Cracks are starting to appear in the Coalition and Labor’s bipartisan start-up agenda.

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DigitalX lands Telefonica deal
ASX-listed blockchain firm signs deal that will see its app deployed across Latin America.

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Harvey Norman delivery shake up
Retail giant partners with start-up to offer three hour same-day deliveries to customers in major cities.

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Partnerships spread like butter
Melbourne innovation hub York Butter Factory has added another string to its partnership bow.

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Available Tags:TV , Security

IT News Head Lines (CNET) 25/05/2016





Windows Phone market share falls below one percent - CNET
Despite a global rise in smartphone sales, Microsoft's market share has continued to fall.

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Animal-inspired robot uses whiskers to sense the world - CNET
An odd-looking robot uses an array of whiskers to sense obstacles to avoid them.

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Ancient beer recipe found in China - CNET
A recipe found in China is one of the world's oldest for beer, coming in at around 5,000 years.

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Flexible patch performs like a wearable Tricorder - CNET
It attaches to the wearer's chest and monitors vital signs, and could be used for athletes and patients with heart problems.

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AI-powered Watch-Bot reminds you to turn off the TV - CNET
Watch-Bot learns your household routine and reminds you when you've forgotten to put the milk away or turn the TV off.

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Artificial intelligence: Getting as good as the real thing - CNET
Three of the biggest names in AI see the field changing the way we live.

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Facebook sorry for rejecting ad featuring plus-size woman - CNET
Ad featuring outspoken advocate for body acceptance was initially rejected because it depicted body parts in an "undesirable manner."

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Facebook says probe found no evidence of Trending Topics bias - CNET
Social-networking giant says it could not substantiate charges it suppressed conservative news stories but announced changes to the feature to reduce human risk of bias.

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Facebook trying out continuous live streaming - CNET
Puppycams are just one of the uses cases for a nonstop streaming feature the social network is testing on its live video platform.

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Blueberry comes packed with spider nest in most horrifying breakfast ever - CNET
Most Reddit users find these photos to be berry disgusting, but blueberry farmer claims buggy fruit likely wasn't dangerous.

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Pulses rise as Fitbit defends accuracy of fitness trackers - CNET
A study funded by a law firm suing the wearables maker raises questions about the accuracy of Fitbit technology.

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These ear capsules might be the wireless multifunction headphones you've been waiting for - CNET
A new pair of wireless headphones by Human Inc. can morph into a portable loudspeaker and allows multiple users to connect and listen to a single audio source.

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We flip out over Motorola Razr's return, while Google schools us on science - CNET
A Motorola video hints the classic Razr flip phone will be resurrected June 9. Meanwhile, Google launches a new app for experiments called Science Journal.

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Lyft's new Scheduled Rides might help you make your flight - Roadshow
Now you can schedule a Lyft trip ahead of time.

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Swinging for the fences: Hyundai to build a 250-mile EV by 2020 - Roadshow
According to Hyundai's director for eco-friendly vehicle development, we'll see both 200-mile and 250-mile Hyundai EVs by the end of the decade.

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Fallout 4 Far Harbor: Tips to get you ready - CNET
Here's what you should do before heading into Fallout 4's Far Harbor.

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A tour of Samsung America's audio lab (pictures) - CNET
Samsung's audio lab outside of Los Angeles is the birthplace of products such as the HW-K950 Atmos soundbar and the Radiant360 speaker. Take a tour of the facility.

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Disney will make Netflix the happiest place on earth this September - CNET
Nearly four years after the deal was announced, Netflix will become the exclusive place (in the United States) to stream new Disney, Marvel, Lucasfilm and Pixar movies.

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Old habits die hard: New study shows we still love taking the wheel - Roadshow
According to the latest University of Michigan transport study, it'll be a while before self-driving tech takes hold.

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Take a behind-the-scenes look at 'Top Gear' with the 'Extra Gear' aftershow - Roadshow
Hosted by car-vid legend Chris Harris and former CNET employee Rory Reid, it's bound to be a good'un.

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The Division 1.2 patch notes include new raid, loot changes and more - CNET
See the complete patch notes for The Division's major update coming out tomorrow.

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Facebook buys Two Big Ears and makes its VR audio tool free - CNET
Facebook repackages the Scottish company's VR audio platform as "Facebook 360 Spatial Workstation" and makes it free.

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Uncharted 4's sales surpass 2.7 million in first week - CNET
The fourth entry in the series makes a strong debut, but falls short of Uncharted 3's record.

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President Obama's at the next table, but Hanoi diners don't give a pho - CNET
During a weeklong trip to Asia, the president dined with chef Anthony Bourdain in Vietnam for an episode of "Parts Unknown" that will air in September.

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How to play Mirror's Edge Catalyst five days early - CNET
Get hands-on time with DICE's open-world free-running game early.

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Available Tags:Market Share , Windows Phone , Windows , CNET , TV , Facebook , wireless , Motorola , Google , Samsung , Catalyst

Monday, May 23, 2016

IT News Head Lines (CNET) 24/05/2016





Take a Chance: Coloring Book is the first streaming-only album to crack Billboard 200 - CNET
Chance the Rapper's Apple Music-exclusive Coloring Book is set to make its historic debut on the Billboard 200 chart on May 24.

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The Motorola Razr might be making a comeback - CNET
Get your Moto running, because the storied phone-maker is teasing a new version of the legendary Razr flip phone.

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Google's new app wants you to think like a scientist - CNET
Science Journal taps into your phone's sensors to turn it into a one-stop shop for tracking your science experiments.

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Watch the last Overwatch animated short before the game's release - CNET
Just in case you needed one last little fix before the official release date, Blizzard has dropped a fourth animated short starring Soldier 76.

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Buy a Galaxy S7, get a free TV at Best Buy - CNET
Best Buy is offering a free 32-inch Samsung Smart HDTV with purchase and activation of one of Samsung's flagship phones.

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Selfie-takers think they're cuter than they really are, study says - CNET
Technically Incorrect: The University of Toronto was desperate to find out whether selfie-taking affects one's self-image. It just might.

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Why I'll never buy an iPhone case - CNET
Technically Incorrect: Would you really wrap your BMW in protective rubber? So why do you do it to your phone?

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On SNL, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders hilariously talk email and math - CNET
Technically Incorrect: Playing the two Democratic contenders, Kate McKinnon and Larry David show that technology will be at the forefront of the coming election.

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The fantastic DIY world of Maker Faire (pictures) - CNET
More than 150,000 curious and creative visitors are expected over the weekend to Maker Faire, where projects rule and ideas come to life.

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Allo, Duo, Google Messenger, Hangouts. Google has three 'messenger' apps too many - CNET
Commentary: Does Google really need four chat apps? This veteran social chatter says no.

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IT News Head Lines (Engadget) 24/05/2016





Jaybird's Freedom wireless earbuds balance sound and battery life
True to its word, Jaybird's latest wireless sport earbuds are making their debut in the first half of 2016. The company's $200 Freedom in-ears are now available and I've been putting them through their paces for the past few days. This new model foll...

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Infuse helps you find fresh videos on Apple TV and iOS
Media portal and set-top box makers have tried any number of things to help you decide what to watch next, ranging from visual makeovers to voice recognition. However, the team at FireCore thinks it has a better way: filters. The new Infuse 4.2 for...

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Terahertz laser tech could scan for bombs at airports
Terahertz spectrum scanning is potentially ideal for finding bombs due to the sheer range of materials it can detect, but it's not exactly practical for luggage checks when you need both a suitcase-sized machine and up to half an hour to conduct a sc...

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Toyota is bringing back Dean Kamen's stair-climbing wheelchair
Remember Dean Kamen's iBot wheelchair? Its uniquely adjustable wheel orientation gave patients the freedom to climb stairs and effectively stand upright, but its high price ($25,000) knocked it off the market in 2009. Well, it's poised for a comeback...

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Indiegogo deal helps crowdfunders make their gadgets
Indiegogo has made some effort to help get crowdfunded projects off the ground, but it has mostly focused on big companies so far. What about startups still grappling with the basics of making devices? Don't worry: they're getting some help now, to...

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Watch homebrew code run Steam games on the PS4
Ever since Sony switched to x86 processors with the PlayStation 4, gamers have been craving the chance to play PC games on the console -- it's much closer to your home computer than the PS3 was, after all. Well, we're glad to say that it's no longer...

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These $70 DIY synthesizers are a hobbyist's dream
For me, one of the most interesting parts of Moogfest is the Circuit Bending Challenge. Sure, the performances and tech demos are great, but it's always a treat to see what a community of tinkerers can come up with on a tight budget of $70. I've seen...

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Court claims Google lost right to pull site from search results
You'd think that Google's search results would be protected in the US by free speech rights. Google gets to say what what shows up on its own site, right? However, one Florida court thinks differently. It recently determined that Google wasn't protec...

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Google Science Journal studies the world through your phone
Are you (or your kid) curious about the world around you? Google wants to help. It just launched Science Journal, an Android app that helps you perform (and comment on) simple science experiments. The app can record light, motion and sound levels u...

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Ben Heck's Pill-Minder 2000



Ben hacks the Christmas Present Protection System project and puts it to better daily use for pill medication monitoring -- that way you'll know if you've forgotten to take your meds. Using hardware found in the Salvage Wars, along with the brains...

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The After Math: Coming Soon
It's been an auspicious week for big promises. Google announced a whole bunch of stuff at its 2016 I/O developers conference, though it didn't have a whole lot in the demonstrable product department. Similarly, a trio of transportation companies anno...

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Inhabitat's Week in Green: Self-driving Uber cars, and more!
The self-driving cars are coming: This week Uber unveiled its first autonomous vehicle, while Google patented a sticky "fly paper" car hood that could protect pedestrians caught in self-driving car crashes. Los Angeles celebrated the completion of it...

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Wristband that measures alcohol levels wins US competition
BACtrack is a San Francisco company known for making breathalyzers for both law enforcement and ordinary people. But it won the $200,000 grand prize at a National Institutes of Health-sponsored competition for a different kind of blood alcohol monito...

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Six machines that build a better world
By Cat DiStasio

When it comes to construction, technology can go a long way toward making building projects faster, more economical and safer. Robots that can alleviate back-breaking manual labor and cut down on injuries are a welcome addition to wo...

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Second 'The Division' update raises the stakes
Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment are willing to try quite a few things to keep you coming back to The Division, but their latest approach is particularly direct: they're upping the ante. Ubi has revealed that its second free update, Conflict, will i...

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Available Tags:wireless , Apple TV , Apple , TV , iOS , Toyota , Steam , PS4 , Google

Thursday, May 5, 2016

IT News Head Lines (CNET) 06/05/2016





New backpack comes with phone charger, an anti-theft locker and hidden pockets for days - CNET
A new product being funded on Indigogo comes amazingly close to letting you pack your life into a bag.

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Where did Planet Nine come from? - CNET
There's amysterious ninth planet orbiting unseen in the far reaches in our solar system, and it's baffling scientists.

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Watch the White House Star Wars Day Dance Party - CNET
President Barack Obama and the first lady strut their stuff with R2-D2 and a few Stormtroopers in honor of Star Wars Day on May the 4th.

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KFC's finger-lickin' good nail polish tastes like fried chicken - CNET
Choose from original recipe or hot-and-spicy for your meaty manicure. It's a real thing -- a real, gross thing.

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Man buns may hit Westeros (yay?) with Jon Snow haircut - CNET
Rest easy. The biggest "Game of Thrones" mystery has been solved, and the whole Internet is a lie.

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Here's what it takes to find out who is the fastest wireless carrier - CNET
Carriers are always spouting numbers and stats that "prove" they have the best network. CNET rides along with RootMetrics for a day to see what it takes to get the real answers.

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You can now experiment with cloud quantum computing (Tomorrow Daily 359) - CNET
IBM launches a 5-qubit quantum computing simulation in the cloud; also, one man's quest to build a robotic tongue for licking his computer screen.

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Elon Musk says production deadline for Model 3 'impossible' - Roadshow
During Tesla's Q1 2016 earnings call, CEO Elon Musk set a deadline of July 1, 2017, to begin Model 3 production, then said that would likely be an impossible goal to meet.

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Bondia, Jamesbondia: This plant likes its martinis shaken, not stirred - CNET
The name made famous by Ian Fleming now lives on in a Caribbean flowering plant that no doubt has a license to kill.

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Automakers to recall another 35 to 40 million Takata airbag inflators - Roadshow
This shit never stops, does it?

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'Star Wars' meets the hit Broadway musical 'Hamilton' - CNET
"Star Wars" Director J.J. Abrams and "Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda worked together on a song for Wednesday, also known as Star Wars Day.

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Hacker trades 272 million passwords for social media likes - CNET
Security researchers find a hacker bragging online that he'd amassed a mountain of passwords. And he didn't want much in return for them.

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GM recalls 4,800 trucks and SUVs for poorly welded suspension components - Roadshow
A failed weld could cause a loss of control at speed, which is never good.

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Avengers: Infinity War? Don't get attached to that title - CNET
Two major movies for Marvel's Avengers franchise are on the horizon. Until now, they've been called "Avengers: Infinity War - Part 1" and "Avengers: Infinity War - Part 2." No surprise, the filmmakers realized those are really boring names.

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Steam updated to improve how user reviews work - CNET
Valve updates its digital platform so user reviews can better reflect the changes in games.

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'Sharknado' turns to the shark side with Star Wars-style poster - CNET
Ian Ziering's trusty chainsaw stands in for a lightsaber as the Syfy network releases a poster and cast list for its upcoming TV movie.

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Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens trailer features previously unseen backstory missions - CNET
The upcoming game will feature six "New Adventures" missions, of which bridge the gap between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens.

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YouTube TV service to debut as early as next year - CNET
YouTube is finalizing deals with broadcast TV and cable channels to launch a paid TV service over the Internet in 2017, according to a report from Bloomberg News.

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Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare offers 'unprecedented' value, Activision says - CNET
"I think what we're giving to the community this year is frankly unprecedented in Call of Duty history."

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Fallout 4's massive Far Harbor expansion gets release date, new trailer - CNET
Here's when the Far Harbor expansion is coming and what it looks like.

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Toyota hydrogen research leads to a better battery - Roadshow
A Toyota scientist developing hydrogen storage technology stumbles on a discovery that could make for more energy dense batteries.

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This robot is better at soft-tissue surgery than a human - CNET
A newly developed robot is capable of performing soft-tissue surgery, and indeed performed better on tests than a human surgeon.

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Listen to the Star Wars theme made with nothing but airline noises - CNET
Flight attendants walking. Maintenance tools buzzing. Tickets printing. All Nippon Airways recorded the sounds of running an airline and transformed them into the Star Wars theme.

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The surprising way Transhumanist Zoltan Istvan could make it to the White House - CNET
CNET exclusive: The only pro-immortality candidate could eventually team up with one of the big names in the race.

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New Star Wars game coming from Titanfall studio - CNET
EA and Respawn are working together on a new third-person action adventure game set in the popular sci-fi universe.

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IT News Head Lines (Digital Trends) 06/05/2016

Digital Trends



22 photo apps to supercharge your iPhone camera
Apple's latest iPhone boasts one of the best smartphone cameras around. Give it a boost with the our favorite photography apps for iPhone, whether you want to apply a filter or manually adjust the exposure.
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US, UK scientists grow embryos in lab to 14 days, setting new mark
Research teams from the U.S. and U.K. have reportedly lab-grown a human embryo for 14 days, allowing for the improved study of early human development. The breakthrough could also potentially lead to womb-free reproduction.
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Watch a great white shark make Blake a lot more lively in The Shallows trailer
There's a new big, bad shark in town, and this time, it's not Bruce. Blake Lively will play a surfer trying desperately to survive the dangerous predator in the upcoming film The Shallows.
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New Yorkers got a very special Star Wars Day performance from two big names
Director J.J. Abrams and Hamilton's Lin-Manuel Miranda teamed up to honor Star Wars Day, May the Fourth. The duo, who jointly wrote Jabba Flow, rapped the song together in New York.
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Set seat heaters to maximum! Check out Bentley’s Bentayga app for the Apple Watch
Bentley has announced Apple Watch connectivity for the Bentayga SUV. With the new app, drivers can adjust the vehicle’s seats, climate control, and entertainment settings right from their wrist.
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Game over: Windows 10 update crashes pro gamer’s broadcast session on Twitch
A streaming session of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive on Twitch was recently terminated thanks to Windows 10's penchant for installing updates without warning. The interruption is a good example of why Microsoft is making a change in the upcoming Anniversary Update.
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YouTube is hopping on the internet TV bandwagon
Just a day after Hulu confirmed that it is working on a live TV service to complement its current offerings, YouTube is said to be offering its own internet TV service, simply called YouTube Unplugged.
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First drive: 2017 Mercedes-AMG GLS63
The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has been renamed the GLS, and we got our hands on the range-topping AMG version. The monstrous SUV features a 577-hp V8.
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Dodge food and sweat with this gorgeous workwear that’s impossible to stain
The Unstainable Workwear Collection makes women's workwear sweat proof, stain proof, and spill proof without sacrificing style. The collection is up on Kickstarter, but it's already reached its funding goal.
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All Nippon Airways brings you the Star Wars theme like you’ve never heard it before
All Nippon Airways has taken the Star Wars theme song to new heights in honor of the famed franchise's holiday. For May the Fourth, ANA released a new arrangement of the main title, featuring some very unusual "instruments."
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Russell Crowe in talks to develop a split personality for Mummy reboot
In case you haven't heard, Universal is looking to build a Marvel-style monster movie Universe, and Russell Crowe is in talks to provide one -- or two -- big pieces to that puzzle.
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7 new photos hint at what's to come in Game of Thrones season 6, episode 3
After massive twists Sunday, HBO is ready to rile you up for the next episode of Game of Thrones. The premium network has released seven intriguing photos from season 6, episode 3, Oathbreaker.
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AMD has a new line of SSDs that strikes a balance between performance and price
AMD quietly launched a new line of solid state drives, the Radeon R3 series. These drives strike a balance between performance and price to make the process of replacing a clunky mechanical hard drive even easier. The series comes in four capacities.
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Set the date! Google I/O runs from May 18-20 in Mountain View, California
Google Chief Executive Sundar Pichai announced that Google I/O will take place from May 18 to May 20, at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California, a change from the usual Moscone Center. The I/O app has been updated for the 2016 conference.
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Hong Kong's Eco Smart Home packs luxury living into a mere 400 square feet
Remodeled by the Hong Kong-based design firm Liquid Interiors, the Eco Smart Home utilizes space-saving technology and environmentally friendly appliances and fixtures to achieve luxurious smart home living.
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You can finally use Apple Pay and still get rewards points — if you shop at Kohl’s
Apple Pay is a convenient way to pay for items, but so far shoppers haven't been able to use Apple Pay and get rewards points. Kohl's is changing that, with one catch -- you have to use the Kohl's Charge card in Apple Pay.
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Sony pulls the veil off a ton of high-res and multiroom home audio gear
If you're looking for high-resolution audio gear of just about any flavor, Sony has got you covered with the wide range of products it has coming out this month, and it's all multiroom ready, to boot.
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Paint, largely unchanged since Windows 3.1, might see major changes soon
A Universal build of Microsoft Paint suggests big changes are coming to one of Microsoft's oldest applications. Here's what that might look like, and why Microsoft would mess with a classic app.
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PS4 Shadow of the Beast returns to its roots with unlockable Amiga game
Developer Heavy Spectrum revealed that its upcoming reboot of the classic action-platformer Shadow of the Beast will include an emulated version of the original Amiga game as an unlockable bonus.
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Leave your opponents in awe of your skillz with the best gaming mice
If you want to rise above the competition, you need the best tools you can get your hands on. We've scoured the internet for the best gaming mice in every category, whether you're left-handed or working with a tight budget.
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Burnout creators to unleash Dangerous Golf on Xbox One, PS4, PC in June
Dangerous Golf, an over-the-top parody sports sim from the creators of the Burnout series, will make its explosive debut on the Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC platforms via Steam in June, developer Three Fields Entertainment announced this week.
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New app promises to solve the problem of texting while driving
There may be a new way to stop drivers from their distraction. A new app from Romex employs a smartphone's GPS system to detect the speed at which it's moving, and if it's faster than 4 miles per hour, it locks the device.
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Everything you need to know about Samsung Pay
Samsung Pay aims to rival Apple Pay and Google Wallet in the mobile payment space. The company just announced that it has hit 5 million registered users, and will soon be supported in Canada, along with Australia, Brazil, Singapore, China, the U.K., and Spain sometime this year.
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Google, Chrysler team up to create the ultimate self-driving… minivan?
If you think about it, there’s really no car out there that could better benefit from self-driving tech than the lowly minivan, a vehicle typically crammed with driver distractions.
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A Russian hacker has 272 million stolen Gmail, Yahoo, and Hotmail passwords
A Russian hacker, dubbed 'the Collector,' has been trading around 272.3 million email account credentials in Russia's criminal underground. These "credential dumps" are an unfortunate reality, but it's unclear if these accounts have been breached.
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DT Giveaway: Razer Leviathan Mini Bluetooth speaker
Packing a 10-hour battery, Bluetooth connection with aptX for CD-like sound, and much more, the Leviathan Mini is poised to be your sonic companion for wherever the road takes you.
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Time to kill? These are the best 99 movies on Netflix
Save yourself from hours of scrolling and searching through Netflix's massive library by checking out this list of our favorite movies you can stream right now.
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Want a FreeSync monitor? AMD’s list has all you need to know except the price
AMD is now listing the refresh rates of all available FreeSync monitors on its website. The list also reveals panel types, resolutions, and more info to make the selection process easier. The only details AMD still leaves out are product links and prices.
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PieMessage brings Apple’s iMessage to Android, but there’s a catch
iMessage is a great messaging app, but unfortunately, it's only available on Apple products, something that's unlikely to change in the near future. PieMessage, however, brings iMessage functionality to Android, with a few catches.
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