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• Xbox One does away with discs in new $249 All-Digital Edition

  16-04-2019 23:14
  Discs! What are they good for? Well, they’re nice if you don’t want to be tied to an online-only ecosystem. But if you don’t mind that, Microsoft’slatest Xbox One S “All-Digital Edition” might be for you. With no slots to speak of, the console is limited to downloading games to its drive — which is how we’ve been doing it on PC for quite some time.
  Announced during today’s “Inside Xbox” video presentation, the Xbox One S All-Digit
  
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• Amazon launches a certification program for Alexa skill developers

  16-04-2019 22:14
  Developers building voice-enabled applications for Amazon Echo and other Alexa-powered devices will now have a new way to validate their abilities, with Amazon’s launch of a new AWS Certified Alexa Skill Builder – Specialty certification. This is the first time Amazon has offered a certification program for Alexa developers, the company says.
  Certification programs are standard in the technology industry — and AWS already offers a training program and certifications of its own
  
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• These Robodogs Are Even Scarier When They Start Working In a Pack

  16-04-2019 21:03 via gizmodo.com
  That sound, that sound, as they come marching.Read more...
  
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• Daily Crunch: Hands on with the Samsung Galaxy Fold

  16-04-2019 20:20
  The Daily Crunch is TechCrunch’s roundup of our biggest and most important stories. If you’d like to get this delivered to your inbox every day at around 9am Pacific, you can subscribe here.
  1. Unfolding the Samsung Galaxy Fold
  After eight years of teasing a folding device, Samsung finally pulled the trigger with an announcement at its developer’s conference late last year. But the device itself remained mysterious.
  Earlier this week, Brian Heater finally held the Galaxy Fold i
  
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• These $4,000 Roll-Up Headphones Don't Even Cup Your Ears

  16-04-2019 20:15 via gizmodo.com
  It doesn’t matter how amazing they sound, or how flawlessly they cancel noise; your fancy headphones are all but useless if they’re too clunky to actually carry around. Inspired by the metal links on a watch strap, the MKo1 Roller from Luzli feature a neat head strap design that can be rolled up tight and compact for…Read more...
  
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• Apple could build macOS feature to use your iPad as extra Mac display

  16-04-2019 18:54
  According to a report from 9to5mac’s Guilherme Rambo, Apple is working on a feature that would let you pair your iPad with your Mac to turn your iPad into a secondary Mac display. That feature codenamed Sidecar could ship with macOS 10.15 this fall.
  If you’ve been using Luna Display or Duet Display, you’re already quite familiar with this setup. Those third-party hardware and software solutions let you turn your iPad into an external display. You can then extend your Mac displa
  
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• Sony shares some details about the PlayStation 5

  16-04-2019 18:19
  Lead architect for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita Mark Cerny gave a lengthy interview to Wired’s Peter Rubin and shared some details about Sony’s next-gen console — the console that is likely to be called the PlayStation 5.
  The next PlayStation will be based on an AMD architecture just like the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 4 Pro. The custom made CPU will be based on the third-generation AMD Ryzen CPU line. It’ll feature eight 7nm cores.
  As for the GPU, Sonyplans
  
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• Playing Capcom's New Game Packed Arcade Stick With a Friend Is Going to Be Awkwardly Intimate

  16-04-2019 18:00 via gizmodo.com
  It’s no longer just hardware companies like Nintendo and Sony who are recycling old content with plug-and-play mini consoles packed with retro games. Capcom’s now joining the fun too with its new Capcom Home Arcade that includes 16 classic titles from the developer’s catalog including Street Fighter II and Mega Man:…Read more...
  
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• Lotus Teases Type 130 Electric Hypercar

  16-04-2019 17:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  Lotus has started to tease a new car model, which will be its first all-new model since 2008. The new car is caleld the Type 130 and is billed as the world’s first all-electric British hypercar. Lotus says that the vehicle will carry on its “legendary bloodline” and will be the most “dynamically accomplished Lotus […](Read More ...)The post Lotus Teases Type 130 Electric Hypercar appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Save 94% on the Plutio Studio Plan: Lifetime Subscription

  16-04-2019 17:01 via feedproxy.google.com
  We have an awesome deal for our readers in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store this week, you can save 94% off the normal price. The Plutio Studio Plan: Lifetime Subscription is available in our deals store for just $59 and it comes with a range of features. Meet Plutio, the all-in-one business management platform tailored […](Read More ...)The post Save 94% on the Plutio Studio Plan: Lifetime Subscription appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• PUBG Mobile Update 0.12 Patch Notes Announced: Everything You Need to Know

  16-04-2019 17:01
  PUBG Mobile update 0.12 release date is April 17 and just before this Tencent has revealed what you can expect from it.
  
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• Overwatch Archives Event Storm Rising Skins Listed

  16-04-2019 16:41
  The Overwatch Archives Event 2019 start time is 10:30pm IST on April 16 for PS4, Xbox One, and Windows PC, here are all the skins you can expect in the Storm Rising mode.
  
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• Nintendo Switch Pro, Mini Hinted at With Latest Nintendo Switch Update

  16-04-2019 16:25
  Nintendo Switch System Update 8.0.0 possibly hints at Nintendo Switch Pro and Mini.
  
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• Redmi Note 7 to Go on Open Sale in India From Tomorrow via Flipkart, Mi.com: Price, Specifications

  16-04-2019 15:58
  Redmi Note 7 will be available 24x7 on Flipkart and Mi.com from 12pm (Noon) IST tomorrow.
  
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• Apple Music Upgrades 'For You' Section to Serve Theme-Based Recommendations, Regular Updates: Report

  16-04-2019 15:51
  Apple Music with the upgraded 'For You' section is rolling out for iPhone and iPad users on iOS 12.3 beta and for Mac users on macOS 10.14.5 beta.
  
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• Forza Street Free-to-Play Racing Gaming Launched for Windows 10; Coming to Android, iOS Later This Year

  16-04-2019 15:45
  Forza Street is now available for Windows 10, and will be coming to Android and iOS later this year.
  
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• Hacker Dumps Nearly 1 Billion User Records From 44 Companies: Report

  16-04-2019 15:36
  Since mid-February, Gnosticplayers has reportedly been putting batches of hacked data on Dream Market, which is a dark Web marketplace.
  
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• Google Starts Rolling Out Pixel System Updates via Play Store: Reports

  16-04-2019 15:31
  Google is said to be testing the Android system update rollouts via Google Play Store. The system updates are automatically applied, and the phone is rebooted.
  
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• OnePlus 5T, OnePlus 5 OxygenOS Open Beta Updates Bring April Security Patch, Quick Settings Shortcut, More

  16-04-2019 15:19
  OxygenOS Open Beta 30 update for the OnePlus 5 and OxygenOS Open Beta 28 update for the OnePlus 5T bring April security patch and new features.
  
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• Vodafone Brings Rs. 16 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 1GB Data for 24 Hours

  16-04-2019 15:15
  Vodafone's Rs. 16 prepaid recharge plan comes with 1GB 2G/ 3G/ 4G data for 24 hours.
  
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• AdBlock, AdBlock Plus, uBlock Filter Vulnerability Allows Arbitrary Code Injection in Browsing Sessions: Researcher

  16-04-2019 14:58
  A malicious filter author can steal online credentials, tamper sessions, or redirect pages using this vulnerability.
  
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• Amazon Targeted by Italy in Market Dominance Probe

  16-04-2019 14:46
  Italy's competition authority said Tuesday it had opened an investigation into Amazon for possible abuse of its dominant position in online commerce and logistics.
  
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• PS5 Specifications Confirmed: AMD Ryzen CPU, Radeon Navi GPU, Solid State Drive, and More

  16-04-2019 14:41
  The PS5, PlayStation 5, or "next-gen console", as Sony is now calling it, has had its specifications revealed.
  
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• Poland to Hold Off Blanket Ban on Huawei 5G Gear Due to Cost Concerns

  16-04-2019 14:39
  Poland is unlikely to exclude all Huawei equipment from its next generation mobile networks, a government minister told Reuters, in part to avoid increased costs for mobile operators.
  
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• Facebook Messenger Officially Gets Dark Mode Globally, No Need to Send Moon Emoji

  16-04-2019 14:34
  Facebook has officially rolled out dark mode for its Messenger app
  
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• Oppo A5s India Launch Said to Be Next Week, Price Tipped

  16-04-2019 14:31
  Oppo A5s will be launched in the country next week, and will be in the highly competitive Rs. 10,000 price segment, IANS reports citing industry sources.
  
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• Honor 20 Lite Price, Specifications, Images Tipped; Honor 20 Said to Receive 3C Certification Ahead of Launch

  16-04-2019 14:31
  Honor 20 Lite leak has revealed alleged official images, specifications, and pricing information, while the Honor 20 has been certified by China’s 3C.
  
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• Apple Continues to Lead Premium Smartphone Market in 2018, Oppo Makes Significant Gains: Counterpoint

  16-04-2019 14:06
  Apple accounted for the 51 percent of all worldwide premium smartphone shipments, down from 58 percent a year earlier.
  
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• Zojirushi Multicooker EL-CAC60 Review: A Great Instant Pot-Alternative

  16-04-2019 14:00 via wired.com
  The company famous for its rice cookers introduces a 6-quart multicooker to take on the Instant Pots of the world. And it's pretty great.
  
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• iOS 13 to Feature Dark Mode, iPad Users to Get Multi-Window Support, New Undo Gesture: Report

  16-04-2019 13:54
  Apple is expected to unveil iOS 13 at WWDC 2019 on June 3.
  
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• Settlers of Catan lands on Nintendo Switch June 20th 2019

  16-04-2019 13:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  Nintendo Switch owners will soon be able to enjoy playing the classic board game Settlers of Catan as a digital version specifically designed for the Switch. Announced via an official Tweet this week the digital Catan game will be available on the switch from June 20th, 2019 onwards. Unfortunately no details have been released as […](Read More ...)The post Settlers of Catan lands on Nintendo Switch June 20th 2019 appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• DIY Arduino mini laser engraver from a DVD player

  16-04-2019 13:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  The YouTube channel DIY Builder has published and created a DIY Arduino laser engraver which is powered by an Arduino Nano development board and is fitted with a 200-250mW 650nm Laser Module. Check out the video below to learn more about the DIY Arduino laser engraver constructed using the innards from an old PC DVD […](Read More ...)The post DIY Arduino mini laser engraver from a DVD player appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• Keep your games table tidy with Wyrmwood Tiles

  16-04-2019 13:33 via feedproxy.google.com
  Wyrmwood Gaming has taken to Kickstarter and raised over $400,000 to help take its new gaming table organisation system into production. With just over two days left on its Kickstarter campaign over 2,700 backers have helped take the project from concept to reality. Watch the video below to learn more about the magnetic tray system […](Read More ...)The post Keep your games table tidy with Wyrmwood Tiles appeared first on Geeky Gadgets.
  
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• OnePlus 7 Olixar Cases Tip Design Details, SIM Tray Transferred to Bottom Edge

  16-04-2019 13:24
  OnePlus 7 cases by Olixar have tipped a pop-up selfie camera and the triple rear camera setup aligned vertically.
  
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