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• I Miss Star Wars Action Fleet

  22-04-2022 23:33
  
  Growing up in the ‘90s as Star Wars mania re-exploded with the rise of the Special Editions and the advent of The Phantom Menace, there were plenty of Star Wars toys to gawk at with desire as a little kid, from thiccly-chested Luke Skywalkers to more Jar Jars Binks than you could shake a gungan tongue at — and there were plenty of toys in that era that let you do just that. But as the kid who preferred pilots and smugglers to Jedi and Sith, there was only one Star Wars toy for me: Ac
  
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• NASA’s ‘Lunar Backpack’ Could Prevent Astronauts From Getting Lost on the Moon

  22-04-2022 23:12
  
  The Moon is not the kind of place where you want to get lost, but it can get a little tricky trying to retrace your dusty footsteps without a GPS system in place. Thankfully, space engineers may have found a way around this limitation, designing a portable backpack meant to generate a real-time, 3D map of the Moon’s terrain.The Kinematic Navigation and Cartography Knapsack (KNaCK) is a collaborative effort between NASA and its private industry partners to help future explorers find their w
  
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• Make Earth Day Great Again

  22-04-2022 22:40
  
  I know that Earth Day isApril 22nd because companies won’t stop emailing me about it. What began as a call to action for environmental protections is now just a marketing opportunity.My inbox has been slammed with brands and PR agencies messaging things like “COMPANY X THAT POLLUTES EVERY OTHER DAY OF THE YEAR IS DOING A TRASH CLEAN UP ON EARTH DAY.” Corporations that have contributed to the climate crisisupload corny social media posts about loving nature. Consumers get greenw
  
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• A Surveillance Firm Reportedly Tracked NSA and CIA Spies as a Product Demo

  22-04-2022 22:35
  
  There exists an underworld data broker market devoted to auctioning off your information to the highest bidder. It’s an industry populated by professional creeps who buy and sell mobile data collected via invasive if legal means, often from nosy apps. A new report shows that one such company demonstrated just how creepy it could be by spying on some of America’s three letter agencies to show off its product.The Intercept and Tech Inquiry report that a little-
  
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• Our Flag Means Death Is Sweet Relief for a Weary Fandom

  22-04-2022 22:30
  
  “So I’m very much enjoying this,” I said in a group text to a pair of dear friends as I began to watch Our Flag Means Death for the first time, “and there is some very queer queerness happening. But I just have to know. Do we get something on screen? I cannot get my hopes up again.”What comes is a flood of reassurances that could be interpreted as mostly screaming. “I’m trusting you…” I say, only two episodes in and still wary, a lifetime of
  
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• The Best Earth Day Deals on Tech, Ebikes, and Cleaning Supplies

  22-04-2022 19:45 via wired.com
  
  Make your life a little greener with discounts on our favorite eco-conscious gear.
  
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• Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Redmi Note 12 Pro Specifications Spotted on TENAA; Battery and Display Details Tipped

  22-04-2022 18:36
  
  The Redmi Note series spotted with model number 22041216C is believed to be Redmi Note 12 Pro, while model number 22041216UC is suspected to feature Redmi Note 12 Pro+.
  
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• Poco Watch Launch Set for April 26, Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition's Render Leaks

  22-04-2022 18:13
  
  Poco Watch is said to be able to track heart rate as well as blood oxygen level, as it will reportedly feature an optical heart rate sensor and SpO2 tracker. The Poco Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition are said to be offered in a Red colour option, with a red-coloured case that comes with a USB Type-C port.
  
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• Millions on Android Devices Exposed by Unpatched Apple Lossless Codec Flaw: Researchers

  22-04-2022 16:22
  
  Researchers have discovered security flaws in an audio codec from Apple that was unpatched for years, allowing attackers to remotely execute code on Android phones which could let them snoop on these users. The flaws affected both Qualcomm and MediaTek phones, including two thirds of all smartphones launched in 2021, according to Check Point researchers. Phones that r...
  
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• Aston Martin Racing Green Strategy unveiled

  22-04-2022 16:05 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Aston Martin has announced its plans to be more sustainable with the launch of its new Racing Green strategy. The company is planning to have net-zero manufacturing facilities by 2030 and it is planning for its whole supply chain to be net-zero by 2039. Launched on Earth Day, Racing.Green. formalises core principles, aligned with the […]
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• Truecaller to End Its Call Recording Feature as Google Updates Play Store Policy

  22-04-2022 15:45
  
  Truecaller has announced that it will not offer its call recording feature from May 11 -- the day on which Google’s updated Play Store policy comes into effect. Google is restricting the access of third party applications to the Accessibility API from May 11.
  
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• NASA's Perseverance Rover Captures Video of Phobos Solar Eclipse From the Surface of Mars

  22-04-2022 15:12
  
  If you ever imagined how a solar eclipse would appear from the surface of Mars, you are in for a treat. NASA has shared a “sped-up” video that showed one of Mars' two moons shadowing the Sun as seen from the Martian surface. The interesting video was shot by the space agency's Perseverance rover when Phobos, a small, potato-shaped moon of the Red Planet, moved bet...
  
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• Google Revamps Cookie Consent Banner for EU Users With New ‘Reject All’ Button for Search and YouTube

  22-04-2022 15:07
  
  Google has changed how it handles cookies for users in the EU, the company has announced. Users who live in the EU who access YouTube and the company’s search engine will now be shown an updated consent banner to reject all non-essential cookies with a single click. Google says that the banner was updated to comply with updated guidance from regulatory bodies in the...
  
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• OnePlus Ace smartphone gets official

  22-04-2022 15:02 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  OnePlus has launched its latest Android smartphone, the OnePlus Ace and the handset comes with a 6.7-inch display. The display has a Full HD+ resolution of 2412 x 1080- pixels and the handset is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 mobile processor. The new OnePlus Ace comes with a choice of 8GB or 12GB of […]
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• Twitter Tipped to Be Working on Edit Tweet Feature, Alleged Screenshots Leaked

  22-04-2022 14:59
  
  Twitter could be working on a new Edit Tweet feature. Alleged images from the web version have been leaked.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy M53 smartphone launched in India

  22-04-2022 14:33 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Samsung has launched its Galaxy M53 smartphone in India, the handset comes with a 6.7-inch display and it features a Full HD+ resolution of 2408 x 1080 pixels. The new Galaxy M53 is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 900 mobile processor and it also comes with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of built-in storage. If […]
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• The Best Bags Made of Recycled Materials

  22-04-2022 14:00 via wired.com
  
  Need a backpack, purse, tote, or even a new shopping bag? These are made from truck tarps, old sails, fishnets, and plastic bottles.
  
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• How to share the WiFi password on the iPhone

  22-04-2022 14:00 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  If you have trouble remembering your WiFi password and want to share it with your friend or visitors, Apple has a handy tool that lets you share your WiFi password on your iPhone. This is designed to easily help you connect another device to your network, without having to remember your password, all you need […]
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• Realme GT 2 With 120Hz AMOLED Display, Snapdragon 888 SoC Launched in India: Price, Specifications

  22-04-2022 13:55
  
  Realme GT 2 has been launched in India. The new Realme phone comes with triple rear cameras and 65W fast charging support.
  
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• Google Meet Makes Video Calls Better With New Co-Host Settings and Safety Measures

  22-04-2022 13:44
  
  Google Meet has now added updated co-hosting settings, which allows the host to assign co-hosts before the meeting starts, to avoid any wastage of time.
  
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• Barack Obama Urges Big Tech to Stop Dividing Society, Undermining Democracy

  22-04-2022 13:28
  
  Former US president Barack Obama on Thursday called out Silicon Valley, urging tech companies to stop dividing society and undermining democracy, and for political leaders to help guide the way with regulation.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy A33 and Galaxy A03 land on Vodafone Evo

  22-04-2022 13:14 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Vodafone has announced that the new Samsung Galaxy A33 and the Galaxy A03 are now available with Vodafone EVO in the UK. The Galaxy A33 starts at £26 a month and the Galaxy A03 starts at £14 a month, you can see more details below. The latest smartphones from Samsung are now available with Vodafone […]
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• Deals Reminder: 3-in-1 MagSafe Magnetic Wireless Charging Station

  22-04-2022 13:00 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Just a quick reminder for our readers about the great deal on the 3-in-1 MagSafe Magnetic Wireless Charging Station in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store this week. The 3-in-1 MagSafe Magnetic Wireless Charging Station is available in our deals store for just $49.99, which is a saving of 21% off the normal price. The wireless […]
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• NITI Aayog Proposes Policy for Swappable EV batteries, Including Incentives and Rigorous Testing

  22-04-2022 12:54
  
  NITI Aayog said the draft policy, which proposes standards for battery pack dimensions and charging connectors to support interoperability, will decouple battery costs from the upfront cost of buying electric vehicles, driving EV adoption.
  
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• Nokia G11 is now available on O2

  22-04-2022 12:49 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  The new Nokia G11 smartphone is now available on O2 with their range of custom plans and the handset starts at £14.75 a month. As a reminder, the handset comes with a 6.5-inch LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and an HD+ resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels. It also features a Unisoc T606 […]
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• Vivo X80 Pro Specifications Tipped Ahead of Launch on April 25, Include Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC

  22-04-2022 12:43
  
  Vivo X80 series is said to resemble the Vivo X Note that launched earlier this month in China. However, the X80 Pro will feature a smaller footprint compared to the X Note.
  
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• Hennessey Mammoth 1000 6×6 enters series production

  22-04-2022 12:31 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Hennessey announced that the Mammoth pickup based on the Ram TRX has entered series production. Previously, the truck was built in a limited run of only three units utilizing a Hellephant V8. The new series production truck uses the standard 6.2-liter Hellcat V8 massaged to produce 1012 horsepower and 969 pound-foot of torque. The power […]
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• Fire-Boltt Ninja Pro Plus Price Revealed on Flipkart Ahead of Launch; to Offer Built-in Games, 30 Sports Modes

  22-04-2022 12:23
  
  Fire-Boltt Ninja Pro Plus smartwatch is set to launch in India as the latest addition to its Ninja lineup. The smartwatch sports a 1.69-inch display along with a crown on the right side for navigating the interface. It comes with support for 30 sports modes. Users can also play games built into the smartwatch and track their heart rate, blood oxygen (SpO2), and sleep....
  
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• Cricket NFT Platform Rario Raises $120 Million in Series A Funding Led By Dream Sports

  22-04-2022 12:18
  
  Cricket non-fungible token (NFT) platform Rario announced that it secured $120 million (roughly Rs. 915 crore) in Series A funding round led by Dream Capital, the venture subsidiary of Dream Sports.
  
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• Hero Electric Partners With All-Women Delivery Platform Even Cargo

  22-04-2022 12:10
  
  Hero Electric has partnered with Even Cargo, India's first women-only delivery platform, to strengthen the last-mile delivery segment. The EV fleet will be allocated across major cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad.
  
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• Samsung Galaxy M13 Spotted on Bluetooth SIG Certification Site, Launch Appears Imminent

  22-04-2022 12:07
  
  The Samsung Galaxy M13 has been spotted on the Bluetooth SIG certifications site ahead of its imminent launch.
  
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• Vivo S15 Pro Spotted on 3C, TENAA Certification Sites, Key Specifications Tipped

  22-04-2022 12:03
  
  Vivo S15 Pro smartphone has been spotted on 3C and TENAA certifications platforms which suggest that the phone could come with 66W fast charging support. It may get a 6.62-inch display, and pack a 4,400mAh battery.
  
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• Apple macOS Server has been discontinued

  22-04-2022 12:00 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Apple has discontinued macOS Server, the news was announced on Apple’s website yesterday, and the software has been discontinued from the 21st of April 2022. The service will no longer be available to new users. Apple has been phasing the software out over the last few years and now it is shutting it down, existing […]
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• Zomato Announces 100 Percent Plastic Neutral Deliveries From April 2022

  22-04-2022 11:49
  
  Zomato has announced 100 percent plastic neutral delivers from April 2022 and stated that it is important to promote biodegradable and other non-plastic alternatives.
  
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• Polygon’s Sandeep Nailwal Calls for One Dedicated Regulatory Body to Govern India’s Crypto Ecosystem

  22-04-2022 11:36
  
  Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal has advised the Indian government to set-up a regulatory body, solely responsible for overseeing the crypto sector. Nailwal has said that this task force should being together relevant lawmakers and industry players to be headed by the finance ministry. This could ensure that all the decisions are made by people who understand the cr...
  
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• Toyota GR86 sells out in just 90 minutes in the UK

  22-04-2022 11:35 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Toyota started to take orders on their new Toyota GR86 on Wednesday this week and now the car is completely sold out. It took just 90 minutes for the UK’s allocation of the Toyota GR86 to be completely sold out, Toyota has now opened a waiting list for cancellations. Customers who weren’t able to place […]
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• Google Workspace Now Lets Companies Update Apps on Employee Devices

  22-04-2022 11:21
  
  Google Workspace admins can now prioritise app updates on company-controlled devices under Managed Google Play. The company claims that admins can now set specific criteria for when managed play apps can update.
  
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• Global Refurbished Smartphone Shipments Saw 15 Percent Surge in 2021: Report

  22-04-2022 11:18
  
  Global refurbished smartphone shipments saw a 15 percent surge in 2021. The report suggests that new smartphone shipment witnessed a 4.5 percent yearly growth in 2021, but consumers preferred refurbished smartphone models more than new ones.
  
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• F1 22 Announced, Releasing July 1; to Feature VR Support on PC, Updated Gameplay, More

  22-04-2022 11:07
  
  F1 22 will be released on July 1, EA announced on Thursday. The upcoming title will feature updated gameplay and new rules, with redesigned cars. PC gamers will gain VR compatibility with F1 22. Pre-orders are now open on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X.
  
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• Huawei Mate Xs 2 Foldable Phone Launch Date Confirmed for April 28; Renders, Specifications Leaked

  22-04-2022 11:06
  
  Huawei Mate Xs 2 is all set to go live in China on April 28. The foldable phone is expected to debut as a successor to Huawei Mate Xs. Ahead of the official launch, specifications and alleged renders of Huawei Mate Xs 2 have leaked online. It could feature a hole-punch display and is tipped to carry triple rear cameras.
  
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• How to backup an Android Phone

  22-04-2022 11:02 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  It is important to backup your Android phone to ensure that all of your important data and information is saved. Once your device is backed up you can use the backup to restore your device or to move your information to a new device, although this may vary by manufacturer. This guide is designed to […]
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• OnePlus Nord 2T Spotted on Multiple Certification Sites, Camera Specifications Tipped

  22-04-2022 10:36
  
  OnePlus Nord 2T has been spotted on TDRA and GCF certification platforms which suggest that the phone has a model number CPH2399. Its alleged Camera FV5 website listing reveals that the phone will come with a 50-megapixel main camera, and a 32-megapixel front shooter.
  
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• Rocket League to Get Limited-Time Knockout Bash Battle Royale Mode from April 27

  22-04-2022 10:31
  
  Rocket League will get the Knockout Bash battle royale mode from April 27 to May 10. Psyonix will add three new arenas to the game for this mode.
  
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• Porsche & Audi partner on EV charging in Japan

  22-04-2022 10:30 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Porsche has announced a new partnership with Audi for EV charging in Japan, the two companies will work together to expand electric vehicle charging in Japan. The two companies will build a Premium Charging Alliance and expand their 150kQ rapid charging network around Japan. Owners of cars from both companies will be able to use […]
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• Barack, Michelle Obama End Spotify Podcast Deal After Being Frustrated by Exclusive Terms: Report

  22-04-2022 10:24
  
  Ex-US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama's media company, Higher Ground, has reportedly ended its exclusive podcast deal with Spotify. The Obamas are said to have exited their exclusive pact after being frustrated with the company's exclusive terms.
  
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• Netflix Introduces Category Hub to Discover Favourite Genres and Categories

  22-04-2022 10:15
  
  Netflix is getting a new Category Hub for subscribers to find their favourite genres and discover new categories of content. The latest hub will be displayed on the left-hand TV menu of kids’ and adults’ profiles. Users will be able to see the top three categories based on their viewing habits.
  
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• Coinbase to Acquire Turkish Crypto Exchange BtcTurk for $3.2 Billion

  22-04-2022 10:14
  
  The world’s second-biggest cryptocurrency exchange, Coinbase, is set to take ownership of the nine-year-old Turkish cryptocurrency exchange, BtcTurk.
  
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• Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED, ZenBook Pro 15 Flip OLED Windows 11 Laptops Launched

  22-04-2022 10:14
  
  Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED and ZenBook Pro 15 Flip OLED have debuted in the US. Both new Asus ZenBook models come with up to 1TB of SSD storage.
  
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• Denon DHT-S217 low-profile Dolby Atmos soundbar launched

  22-04-2022 10:01 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
  Denon has announced the launch of its latest soundbar, the Denon DHT-S217, the device is designed to be a low-profile soundbar. The new Denon DHT-S217 will go on sale in Japan this month and it will be available in the UK and more countries from May, it will retail for £249. “If you’re looking to […]
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• OnePlus 10 Specifications Leak Tips 150W Fast Charging, 50-Megapixel Triple Rear Cameras

  22-04-2022 09:51
  
  OnePlus 10 specifications have been leaked, and the phone is tipped to get a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, 150W fast charging support, and a 50-megapixel primary camera. It may be launched in the second half of 2022.
  
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