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• Gadget Lab Podcast: Former Googler Jessica Powell On How to Quit Your Tech Job

  08-03-2019 22:50 via wired.com
  Former Google communications exec Jessica Powell joins this week’s Gadget Lab podcast to talk about Facebook’s manifestos, quitting Google, and why she absolutely refuses to get a brand-new phone.
  
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• Over a quarter of US adults now own a smart speaker, typically an Amazon Echo

  08-03-2019 18:29
  U.S. smart speaker owners grew 40 percent over 2018 to now reach 66.4 million — or 26.2 percent of the U.S. adult population — according to a new report from Voicebot.ai and Voicify released this week, which detailed adoption patterns and device market share. The report also reconfirmed Amazon Echo’s lead, noting the Alexa-powered smart speaker grew to a 61 percent market share by the end of last year — well above Google Home’s 24 percent share.
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• SpaceX makes history by completing first private crew capsule mission

  08-03-2019 17:33
  SpaceX’sCrew Dragon capsule has safely splashed down in the Atlantic, making it the first privately built crew-capable spacecraft ever to complete a mission to the International Space Station. It’s one of several firsts SpaceX plans this year, but Boeing is hot on its heels with a crew demonstrator of its own — and of course the real test is doing the same thing with astronauts aboard.
  This mission, Demo-1, had SpaceX showing that its Crew Dragon capsule, an evolution of the ca
  
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• Apple could launch augmented reality headset in 2020

  08-03-2019 17:29
  According to a new report from Ming-Chi Kuo (via 9to5mac), a reliable analyst on all things Apple, the company has been working on an augmented reality headset and is about to launch the device. This pair of glasses could go into mass production as early as Q4 2019 and should be available at some point during the first half of 2020.
  It’s still unclear what you’ll be able to do with this mysterious headset. Kuo says that it’ll work more or less like an AppleWatch. You won’
  
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• 7 Best Robot Vacuums (2019): Pet Hair, Carpet, Hardwood, and More

  08-03-2019 16:00 via wired.com
  Whether you're up against pet hair, carpet, or hardwood floors, we have the best robot vacuum for you.
  
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• Windows 10 Update Causes Performance Drops, Input Lag in Games; Microsoft Promises Fix

  08-03-2019 15:36
  A bug in a Windows Update that has already rolled out resulted in many gamers experiencing serious performance drops, but Microsoft says it has a solution.
  
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• My Jibo Is Dying and It's Breaking My Heart

  08-03-2019 15:00 via wired.com
  Jibo is a robot, but that doesn't make his digital dementia any less painful.
  
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• Oppo Phone With Snapdragon 855 SoC, Full-HD+ Screen Surfaces on AnTuTu

  08-03-2019 14:54
  Oppo VP Brian Shen had recently revealed that the company's next flagship phone will come with Snapdragon 855 SoC.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S10+ gets reviewed (Video)

  08-03-2019 14:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  Samsung has launch its new Galaxy S10 smartphone today, there are three handsets in the range, the Samsung Galaxy S10+, the Galaxy S10 and the entry level Galaxy S10e. Marques Brownlee has managed to get his handset on the new Galaxy S10+ smartphone and we get to see what he thinks about it in the […](Read More ...)The post Samsung Galaxy S10+ gets reviewed (Video) appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Vivo Y91i With 6.22-inch 19:9 Display, MediaTek Helio P22 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

  08-03-2019 14:37
  Vivo Y91i price in India is set at Rs. 7,990 for the 16GB storage option, while its 32GB storage model is priced at Rs. 8,490.
  
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• Huawei Watch GT India Launch Set for March 12, to Be Available on Amazon India

  08-03-2019 14:28
  The Huawei Watch GT smartwatch will launch in India on March 12, and the company is now counting down the launch with teasers every day.
  
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• Sony Xperia 1 With 6.5-Inch 21:9 Display Listed by UK Retailer, Alleged Pricing Revealed

  08-03-2019 14:10
  Sony Xperia 1 comes with a 21:9 CinemaWide display, HDR support, and is powered by the Snapdragon 855 processor.
  
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• Save 97% on the Complete Six Sigma Training & Certification Bundle

  08-03-2019 14:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  We have an awesome deal for our readers in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store today, you can save a massive 97% off the Complete Six Sigma Training & Certification Bundle. The Complete Six Sigma Training & Certification Bundle is available in our deals store for just $59 it normally retails for $2,300. You can see […](Read More ...)The post Save 97% on the Complete Six Sigma Training & Certification Bundle appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) Starts Receiving Android 9 Pie Update With February Security Patch: Report

  08-03-2019 14:10
  Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) was unveiled back in December 2017 with Android 7.1 Nougat.
  
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• 2020 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury Starts at $53,690

  08-03-2019 14:07 via feedproxy.google.com
  While most of the world wants something smaller and more fuel efficient, the US with its cheap gas is crazy for SUVs. Cadillac has announced the starting price on its rather boring looking XT6. The 2020 XT6 Premium Luxury is priced from $53,690. Caddy notes that the price is for the FWD version and includes […](Read More ...)The post 2020 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury Starts at $53,690 appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Koala smartphone sampler just $2.99

  08-03-2019 13:55 via feedproxy.google.com
  DJs and music creators looking for a pocket smartphone sampler may be interested in the new application by Marek Bereza in the form of the Koala Sampler which is now priced at $2.99 from the Apple App Store. Check out the demonstration video below to learn more about its features, design and functionality “Record anything […](Read More ...)The post Koala smartphone sampler just $2.99 appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Microsoft Surface Book 2 With Quad-Core Intel CPU Listed Online, Hints at Mid-Cycle Refresh of 13-inch Model

  08-03-2019 13:37
  The 13-inch model of the Microsoft Book 2 has been listed online packing an upgraded quad-core Intel CPU.
  
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• Microsoft releases new Skype for Web

  08-03-2019 13:36 via feedproxy.google.com
  Microsoft has released new Skype for Web and it brings a range of new feature to Skype in your browser. The new features include HD video calling for both one to one calls and group calls, plus call recording and more, you can see all of the new features below. Here’s a look at the […](Read More ...)The post Microsoft releases new Skype for Web appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Original Diablo game now available via GOG

  08-03-2019 13:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  Blizzard has today announced a partnership with the GOG.com deeming website to allow gamers to once again purchase the original Diablo game first released back in the 1990s. For those unfamiliar with the original Diablo is an action role-playing hack and slash video game developed by Blizzard North and released by Blizzard Entertainment and Davidson […](Read More ...)The post Original Diablo game now available via GOG appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• New Steinway Spirio piano can record and playback your performances

  08-03-2019 13:20 via feedproxy.google.com
    Piano maker Steinway & Sons has unveiled their latest creation in the form of the Spirio piano which is capable of recording and playing back your performance. Unfortunately, no information on pricing or worldwide availability has been released as yet by Steinway & Sons, but as soon as information comes to light, we will […](Read More ...)The post New Steinway Spirio piano can record and playback your performances appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Riftbreaker RPG, shooter and base building game announced

  08-03-2019 12:54 via feedproxy.google.com
  Pawel Lekki Co-founder of game development studio EXOR Studios, has taken to the official PlayStation blog this week to announce and reveal more details about the upcoming new game Riftbreaker which will be launching on the PlayStation 4 platform later this year. The new Riftbreaker game takes the form of a base-building, survival game with […](Read More ...)The post Riftbreaker RPG, shooter and base building game announced appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Leica Q2 Full-Frame Camera With 47.3-Megapixel Sensor, 4K Video Recording Launched

  08-03-2019 12:47
  Leica Q2 price is set at $4,995 (roughly Rs. 3,50,000) in the US. It will go on sale in India sometime in mid-April this year.
  
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• Oculus Rift stock dries up, Oculus Rift S VR headset launch imminent?

  08-03-2019 12:46 via feedproxy.google.com
  It has been reported this week that stock of the Oculus Rift virtual reality headset is now non-existent online, indicating that Facebook may be imminently launching the new Rift S virtual reality headset. The stock deficit was first reported by Variety with both online and high street retailers such as New Egg, Best Buy, Microsoft […](Read More ...)The post Oculus Rift stock dries up, Oculus Rift S VR headset launch imminent? appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Tokyo Court Orders Facebook to Disclose Details on Fake Instagram Account Creators

  08-03-2019 12:39
  The lawsuit at the district court was filed by Daisuke Kamada, a 37-year-old fashion model.
  
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• New Porsche Formula E goes for its first drive (Video)

  08-03-2019 12:35 via feedproxy.google.com
  Porsche has taken its new Porsche Formula E for its first test drive, the car will compete in the ABB FIA Formula E Championship Season 6 which covers 2019/2020. The Porsche Formula E was driven by Neel Jani and the car can be seen in action in the video below.  Neel Jani (Porsche works […](Read More ...)The post New Porsche Formula E goes for its first drive (Video) appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• China Regulator Approves 95 New Video Games, Including From Tencent, NetEase

  08-03-2019 12:32
  The games include Tencent's Journey to Fairyland 2, a 3D online game, and two others from NetEase.
  
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• TTOOL $10 keychain pocket multitool

  08-03-2019 12:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  A new pocket multitool has launched via Kickstarter this week offering 19 different tools on a small very affordable and easily carried tool. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the TTOOL which is now available to back via Kickstarter with early bird pledges from just $10 or roughly £8 and worldwide shipping […](Read More ...)The post TTOOL $10 keychain pocket multitool appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Google Home Robocop ED 209 3D printed casing

  08-03-2019 12:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  Google Home users with access to a 3D printer may be interested in this awesome build by Thingiverse member Johnxp, who has built a small version of the Robocop ED 209 robot to perfectly how’s your smaller Google Home device. The design you see in the photographs has been printed on a CR-8S and Ender-3S […](Read More ...)The post Google Home Robocop ED 209 3D printed casing appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• HiBy W5 Bluetooth 5.0 pocket amplifier

  08-03-2019 12:14 via feedproxy.google.com
  HiBy Music has designed a new Bluetooth 5.0 pocket amplifier which is now available from just £52 or roughly $69 offering a sampling frequency of up to 192 kHz. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the LDAC apt-X HiBy W5 Bluetooth amplifier which is capable of running for 20 hours on a […](Read More ...)The post HiBy W5 Bluetooth 5.0 pocket amplifier appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Hotstar Announces Five Originals: M.S. Dhoni Docu-Drama, The Office Remake Among Others

  08-03-2019 12:08
  Hotstar has announced a slate of five originals under its new banner ‘Hotstar Specials’, which involve the likes of Indian cricket star M.S. Dhoni, alongside a remake of The Office.
  
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• Battlefield V Firestorm Battle Royale mode first look

  08-03-2019 11:59 via feedproxy.google.com
  Battlefield V players looking forward to the imminent launch of the new Battlefield V Firestorm Battle Royale mode are sure to enjoy this quick teaser video which seems to have been leaked ahead of any official announcement. Providing a first look at the Battle Royale mode of Battlefield V, check it out embedded below. When […](Read More ...)The post Battlefield V Firestorm Battle Royale mode first look appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Unique stylophone MIDI controller business card

  08-03-2019 11:39 via feedproxy.google.com
  Most business cards can be pretty boring but one unique business card created by the team at Mitxela offers a wealth of entertainment and takes the form of a stylophone MIDI controller business card. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about its musical features. Learn more about the inspiration behind the printed circuit […](Read More ...)The post Unique stylophone MIDI controller business card appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Apple Music, Annie Lennox Campaign for ‘Global Feminism’ on International Women’s Day

  08-03-2019 11:36
  Apple has partnered with Annie Lennox to highlight the progress around women’s rights and the long way we still have to go, on International Women’s Day 2019.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy S10 hits record pre-orders in the UK

  08-03-2019 11:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  Samsung has revealed that pre-orders of its new Samsung Galaxy S10 smartphones are the highest out of any of their smartphones to date. The company says that out of all the pre-orders around 57% of customers ordered the new galaxy S10+ handset. Conor Pierce, Corporate VP, Samsung Electronics UK & Ireland: ‘Our Galaxy S10 line-up […](Read More ...)The post Samsung Galaxy S10 hits record pre-orders in the UK appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Rage 2 super powers showcased in new trailer

  08-03-2019 11:26 via feedproxy.google.com
  Anne Lewis Associate Content Manager at game developer Bethesda has taken to the official PlayStation blog this week to reveal more details about what you can expect from the abilities you will be able to wield in the new sequel Rage 2. Set to launch in a few men’s time on the Xbox One, PlayStation […](Read More ...)The post Rage 2 super powers showcased in new trailer appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Bison Superbikes electric scooter from $2,500

  08-03-2019 11:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  Bison Superbikes have designed and built a new electric scooter inspired by the past to provide an electric bike of the future. Launched via Kickstarter this week the team at Bison Superbikes are hoping to raise $58,000 over the next 30 days to help take the new electric scooter into production. Watch the demonstration video […](Read More ...)The post Bison Superbikes electric scooter from $2,500 appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Sky Mobile now offers unlimited streaming on Sky apps

  08-03-2019 11:05 via feedproxy.google.com
  Sky Mobile has announced that it is now offering unlimited streaming of TV shows and movies on its Sky range of apps. If you watch a TV show or movie on a Sky app on your Sky Mobile device it will not count to your data allowance. This means that you can use the Sky […](Read More ...)The post Sky Mobile now offers unlimited streaming on Sky apps appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Corsair K83 Wireless keyboard launches for $100

  08-03-2019 10:43 via feedproxy.google.com
  A new media and living room keyboard has been created by hardware manufacturer Corsair in the form of the Corsair K83 Wireless keyboard that comes equipped with a trackpad and minimalist gamepad. Price that $100 the Corsair K83 Wireless keyboard is now available to purchase worldwide and is capable of providing up to 40 hours […](Read More ...)The post Corsair K83 Wireless keyboard launches for $100 appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Internet connectable LED Matrix from $29

  08-03-2019 10:27 via feedproxy.google.com
  Makers, developers and electronic enthusiasts may be interested in a new Arduino programmable Internet connectable LED matrix display launched via the Crowd Supply website this week, which is now available to back with early bird pledges available from just $29. The LED display is available in six different colours including white, blue, red, orange, green and […](Read More ...)The post Internet connectable LED Matrix from $29 appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• OnePlus 7 specifications possibly leaked

  08-03-2019 10:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  It looks like the specifications for the new OnePlus 7 smartphone may have been leaked, the handset has been listed on a retailers website along with some specifications and a photo. If these specifications are correct then the new OnePlus 7 will come with a 6.4 inch AMOLED display and it will apparently have the […](Read More ...)The post OnePlus 7 specifications possibly leaked appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• This Week On Xbox features Devil May Cry 5 launch and more

  08-03-2019 10:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  Major Nelson has released a new episode of the ongoing series, This Week On Xbox for the week commencing March 7th, 2019 bringing you all the latest news and recent releases on the Xbox platform. In this week’s episode Major Nelson discusses the launch of the Devil May Cry 5 game as well as new […](Read More ...)The post This Week On Xbox features Devil May Cry 5 launch and more appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Sony Xperia 1 available to pre-order in the UK

  08-03-2019 10:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  The new Sony Xperia 1 smartphone is now available to pre-order in the UK, mobile retailer Clove is taking pre-orders on the unlocked version of the handset. The new Xperia 1 comes with some impressive specifications, the handset is equipped with a .5 inch 4K OLED 21:9 CinemaWide display that has a resolution of 3840 […](Read More ...)The post Sony Xperia 1 available to pre-order in the UK appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• YouTube Testing New 'Fact Checks' on 'Misinformation Prone Content' in India

  08-03-2019 09:59
  YouTube will initially show the information panels in India for search queries in both English and Hindi.
  
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• Facebook Messenger Bug Revealed Who You Were Chatting With: Researchers

  08-03-2019 09:59
  The vulnerability in the web version of Messenger allowed any website to expose who you have been messaging
  
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• Windows 10 Is Now on Over 800 Million Devices, Says Microsoft

  08-03-2019 09:52
  It took almost three years and eight months for Windows 10 to reach the goal of 800 million after it was released in July 2015.
  
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• Cricket 19, Official The Ashes Game, Announced for Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, PC

  08-03-2019 09:46
  Cricket 19 is the official game for The Ashes, which begins in August 2019.
  
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