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• Kanye West throws his mic, storms off stage at Pan Am Games performance

  28-07-2015 23:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Kanye West was the headlining act for Toronto's Pan Am Games on Sunday. However, the rapper stormed off stage without an explanation before his set ended because of a technical error relating to mic issues.
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• Original LEGO calculation busted by math professor

  28-07-2015 23:50
  
  This Friday a documentary will be released by the name of "A LEGO Brickumentary," and in it, a math professor will tell you how many different LEGO creations you can make. Of course the real number isn't entirely feasible to calculate. Back in 1958, LEGO estimated and suggested through a patent (as created by the original LEGO creator's son, Godtfred … Continue reading
  
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• White House response to petition for Edward Snowden’s pardon — “No”

  28-07-2015 23:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The White House has shot down a two year old petition that had called for the pardon of NSA whistle-blower Edward Snowden, with the administration maintaining its hard line stance on the issue.
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• The White House rejects petition to pardon Edward Snowden

  28-07-2015 23:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The White House has shot down a two year old petition that had called for the pardon of NSA whistle-blower Edward Snowden, with the administration maintaining its hard line stance on the issue.
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• Can Apple Music beat Spotify? Report suggests it’s off to a surprisingly strong start

  28-07-2015 23:45
  
  Despite a number of usability issues, it appears that Apple Music is quickly catching on with consumers. Just about one month after its debut, music industry publication HITS Daily Double is reporting that Apple’s on-demand streaming service has already attracted more than 10 million subscribers. DON’T MISS: iPad mini 4 and iPad Air 3 details finally revealed in new report To put that figure into context, Spotify currently has 75 million active users, of which 20 million are paying subscr
  
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• VSCO Collections ushers in curated photos

  28-07-2015 23:40
  
  VSCO offers what is arguably one of the best mobile camera apps available — it allows filtering like Instagram and other camera apps, only the filters are aggregated into packs and are both higher-quality and less in-your-face than many filter options. The app comes with manual adjustments, too, and features like manually selecting a focus point. Today the company behind … Continue reading
  
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• Watch this guy control his Lego robot by moving around in a Lego exoskeleton

  28-07-2015 23:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Danny Benedettelli's next step in his Cyclops project is a functional robot which he can wirelessly control by wearing an exoskeleton made up of Legos.
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• Microsoft’s Arrow launcher for Android is super simple and elegant

  28-07-2015 23:33 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you want a new look for your Android phone, but don't want to get caught up with a ton of customization, then take a look at Arrow. It's a new launcher from Microsoft that displays the stuff that matters.
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• How to use and customize Cortana in Windows 10

  28-07-2015 23:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Cortana, Microsoft's digital voice assistant, is one of the biggest additions to Windows 10. Here's a handy guide on how to set up Cortana, train it to your voice, and customize it to your liking.The post How to use and customize Cortana in Windows 10 appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Rachel McAdams may launch into the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Doctor Strange

  28-07-2015 23:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Rachel McAdams has confirmed that she's in early talks to play the female lead in Marvel's Doctor Strange. The upcoming superhero flick, starring Benedict Cumberbatch, is due in theaters on Nov. 4, 2016.
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• Twitter beats earnings expectations by signing up SMS users

  28-07-2015 23:21
  
  Twitter's financial Q2 this year brought the company up just over their revenue expectation range with a cool $502 million in revenue. This put them above a previously forecast revenue range of $470 million to $485 million, with a cool 61% increase in revenue year-over-year. This bodes well for Twitter, whose interim CEO Jack Dorsey suggests that "in order to … Continue reading
  
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• Minecraft players can now grab the Windows 10 Edition beta

  28-07-2015 23:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition is releasing as a beta, with feedback tools and features designed to let the game evolve as the community sees fit. Features from the Pocket Edition will also be included.The post Minecraft players can now grab the Windows 10 Edition beta appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Yo, you can now own Jesse Pinkman’s house for $1.6 million

  28-07-2015 22:51 via digitaltrends.com
  Good news: Jesse Pinkman's house from Breaking Bad is on sale. Better news! There was never actually a meth lab in the basement. That's probably why it will cost you $1.6 million.The post Yo, you can now own Jesse Pinkman’s house for $1.6 million appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• VK-1 Classic, Legacy and Carbon headphones are handmade in France

  28-07-2015 22:48
  
  French company Aedle has introduced its VK-1 luxury headphones in Classic, Legacy, and Carbon iterations. All three versions are handmade (assembled by hand, that is) in France, and feature a minimalist but stylish design that eschews typical plastic elements for things like hand sewn lambskin leather and CNC-milled aluminum. Each version of the VK-1 headphones feature their own colors, but … Continue reading
  
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• Back to School: Free 6 Month Amazon Student Trial

  28-07-2015 22:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  As a college student every penny counts! Luckily, Amazon is offering a free 6-month trial -- plus 50 percent off the normal Amazon Prime fee, to new Amazon Student members.
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• T-Mobile announces support for Apple Music and a free trade-up to the next-gen iPhone

  28-07-2015 22:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  T-Mobile's latest Un-carrier Amped announcement saw Apple Music join its Music Freedom program and Jump On Demand customers get a free next-gen iPhone swap until the end of 2015.The post T-Mobile announces support for Apple Music and a free trade-up to the next-gen iPhone appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Japanese university sets world record with an insane 2 quadrillion-watt laser burst

  28-07-2015 22:36 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Scientists at Osaka University in Japan have reportedly fired the world's most powerful laser beam. Researchers used the university's massive, 300-foot LFEX machine to blast out a 2 petawatt burst -- allegedly the most energetic burst ever achieved.
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• Japanese university sets world record with an insane 2 quadrilion-watt laser burst

  28-07-2015 22:36 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Scientists at Osaka University in Japan have reportedly fired the world's most powerful laser beam. Researchers used the university's massive, 300-foot LFEX machine to blast out a 2 petawatt burst -- allegedly the most energetic burst ever achieved.
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• Netflix series roundup: Bojack season 3, Aziz Ansari sitcom, Jessica Jones and more

  28-07-2015 22:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  BoJack Horseman will not be riding into the sunset. At the Television Critic's Association summer press tour Netflix announced the return of BoJack, and provided updates and premier dates for several other series, including Aziz Ansari's new sitcom.
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• Netflix renews BoJack Horseman for round 3, slates Aziz Ansari sitcom for November

  28-07-2015 22:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  BoJack Horseman will not be riding into the sunset. At the Television Critic's Association summer press tour Netflix announced the return of BoJack, and provided updates and premier dates for several other series, including Aziz Ansari's new sitcom.
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• Stellight lets you customize your bike light patterns

  28-07-2015 22:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Stellight is one wolverine-tough bike light that might be made of better material than your bike. Via a dedicated app, you can program its six LEDs individually to make unique patterns, share them, and download more from Stellight Web.
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• Razer allegedly backing out of promised payouts for Ouya’s Free the Games Fund

  28-07-2015 22:17 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Razer is reportedly denying Ouya developers thousands of dollars in promised payouts earned via the million-dollar Free the Games Fund.
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• Netflix chief talks Olsen Twins rumors, Arrested Development, and more

  28-07-2015 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Olsen Twins may still join the Fuller House renunion, according to Netflix Chief Content Officer, Ted Sarandos. The Hollywood dealmaker extraordinaire speaks about the twins rumors, Arrested Development, Adam Sandler, and more at recent TCA panel.
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• Netflix chief talks Olsen Twins Fuller House rumors, Adam Sandler, and more

  28-07-2015 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Olsen Twins may still join the Fuller House renunion, according to Netflix Chief Content Officer, Ted Sarandos. The Hollywood dealmaker extraordinaire speaks about the twins rumors, Arrested Development, Adam Sandler, and more at recent TCA panel.
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• TSX up as energy shares bounce on steady oil price

  28-07-2015 22:10
  
  TORONTO (Reuters) - Canada's main stock index snapped a 7-day losing streak on Tuesday, with energy shares bouncing off lows in line with a steadying in the price of oil. The Toronto Stock Exchange's S&P/TSX composite index unofficially ended up 75.99 points, or 0.54 percent, at 14,077.36. Nine of the index's 10 main sectors gained, with the energy sector rising 2 percent. (Reporting by Alastair Sharp; Editing by David Gregorio)
  
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• Amazon Laundpad service helps startups get started

  28-07-2015 22:05
  
  Amazon has introduced its new “Amazon Launchpad” service, a program for startups that allows new companies to distribute and market their products. Amazon’s global fulfillment network is one of the perks for startups, as well as custom pages for one’s products and a “streamlined onboarding experience” and marketing package. The startups that join will be featured in Amazon’s new Launchpad … Continue reading
  
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• Diane Keaton, Jude Law to star in HBO’s The Young Pope

  28-07-2015 22:02 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Diane Keaton and Jude Law will both star in an upcoming HBO series called The Young Pope, with Law in the title role of a Pope struggling with his faith, and Keaton as an American nun living in Vatican City.
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• Galaxy Note 5, Gear A, Edge may add up to Samsung’s biggest Unpacked yet

  28-07-2015 22:00
  
  Earlier today Samsung sent out invitations to an event that'll have three devices (at least) released to the masses. Just following Motorola's event today and before Apple's event later this year, the "Galaxy" giant will more than likely be revealing two smartphones and at least one smartwatch. Given the amount of rumors, leaks, and tips we've received over the past … Continue reading
  
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• Windows 10 restores the desktop to dominance, but Cortana and Edge need work

  28-07-2015 21:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Windows 10 scores a major victory for desktop users with a hoard of handy new features, but Microsoft still has work to do on the touchscreen experience.The post Windows 10 restores the desktop to dominance, but Cortana and Edge need work appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Long live the desktop! Microsoft regains the keyboard and mouse crown

  28-07-2015 21:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Windows 10 is Microsoft’s chance to redeem itself after the failure of Windows 8 and its touch-centric interface. Has the company managed to reverse course, or has it dug itself into an even deeper hole?The post Long live the desktop! Microsoft regains the keyboard and mouse crown appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Despite improvements, Windows tablets remain second-class

  28-07-2015 21:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft made desktop users unhappy with Windows 8, and hopes that 10 will atone for the company’s sins. It also has to continue support for tablets, 2-in-1s and touchscreen monitors. Can the company walk that tight-rope?
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• Despite improvements, Windows 10 tablets remain second-class

  28-07-2015 21:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft made desktop users unhappy with Windows 8, and hopes that 10 will atone for the company’s sins. It also has to continue support for tablets, 2-in-1s and touchscreen monitors. Can the company walk that tight-rope?
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• Gamers rejoice! Windows 10 adds features without killing framerates

  28-07-2015 21:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  New features can sometimes detract from raw performance, and Windows 10 has plenty of them. Do they slow the new operating system down, or is it still lean and mean?
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• Cortana and Edge take the shine off Microsoft’s excellent OS

  28-07-2015 21:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Windows 10 isn’t just a new coat of paint. It offers several new features, like Cortana and the Edge web browser, that are meant to take Microsoft’s operating system into a new era of cross-platform compatibility. But do they succeed?The post Cortana and Edge take the shine off Microsoft’s excellent OS appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Windows 10 bakes OneDrive into the warm, familiar crust of File Explorer

  28-07-2015 21:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft offers easy, integrated cloud services with Windows 10, but it may leave advanced users wanting more control over their data and apps.
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• The era of paid OS upgrades ends with Windows 10

  28-07-2015 21:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  There’s a new pricing and distribution model for Windows 10, but it’s likely that very few outside of enterprise situations will need to pay at all.
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• To 4K, and beyond: Windows 10 nails UltraHD displays

  28-07-2015 21:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Windows didn’t keep up with rapidly increasing monitor resolution, and the result is ugly, aliased text and images in many menus as recently as Windows 8.1. Does Windows 10 fix it, or does Microsoft’s operating system still prefer 1080p?The post To 4K, and beyond: Windows 10 nails UltraHD displays appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Texas county releases video to dispel rumors over woman's death

  28-07-2015 21:39
  
  The video they said came from digital video recorders shows Bland arriving at the jail, walking to a holding area and jail employees speaking with Bland as she fills out a mental health form. It also shows her standing for her mug shot.
  
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• Verizon XLTE expands into half a dozen new markets

  28-07-2015 21:35
  
  Verizon has announced an expansion of its XLTE market. With XLTE, the wireless carrier says it has essentially doubled “the number of lanes on a freeway … all traffic can move faster but we haven’t change the speed limit”. It brings faster peak speeds and a higher capacity to 4G LTE markets getting service via the AWS spectrum, and XLTE-ready … Continue reading
  
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• 25 problems with Samsung’s Galaxy S5, and how to solve them

  28-07-2015 21:33 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you’ve encountered some unwelcome surprises with your new smartphone then we may be able to help. Here’s our roundup of Samsung Galaxy S5 problems with advice on tackling them.
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• Mafia 3 confirmed, more details coming at Gamescom

  28-07-2015 21:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Publisher 2K Games today confirmed the existence of Mafia 3, a long-anticipated sequel in its open-world crime drama series.
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• Lenovo S21e-20 laptop — three things to know

  28-07-2015 21:00
  
  Regret never getting in on the netbook craze? Lenovo's new S21e will solve that woe, as it is essentially a high-end netbook with a low price tag and svelte design. Lenovo lumps it in with its back-to-school offerings, and its' $219 USD price tag puts it in the price range of most college students. We recently reviewed the S21e, and … Continue reading
  
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• Watch out, Dodge: Callaway’s 757-horsepower Corvette will eat Hellcats for breakfast

  28-07-2015 20:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  American tuner Callaway has unveiled its most powerful Corvette ever. The Z06-based muscle car employs a GenThree Supercharger that helps the two-door produce a whopping 757 horsepower and 777 pound-feet of torque.The post Watch out, Dodge: Callaway’s 757-horsepower Corvette will eat Hellcats for breakfast appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Go big or go home: Callaway unveils Z06-based Corvette with 757 horsepower

  28-07-2015 20:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  American tuner Callaway has unveiled its most powerful Corvette ever. The Z06-based muscle car employs a GenThree Supercharger that helps the two-door produce a whopping 757 horsepower and 777 pound-feet of torque.The post Go big or go home: Callaway unveils Z06-based Corvette with 757 horsepower appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Mushkin’s new M.2 SSDs are kind to your wallet and your system footprint

  28-07-2015 20:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you need SSD performance in a small footprint, and you don't want to spend a ton, Mushkin has you covered with a selection of M.2 SATA drives.
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• T-Rex’s serrated, folded teeth used like near-unbreakable knives

  28-07-2015 20:31
  
  Theropod dinosaurs like the Tyrannosaurus Rex have been known to have serrated teeth for some time - today it's apparent why. A study has been published this week by lead author Kirstin Brink, a postdoctoral researcher of biology at the University of Toronto Mississauga, which shows how theropod teeth aren't just shaped the way they are to keep them from … Continue reading
  
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• 35 annoying problems with iOS 8 (and iPhone 6) and how to fix them

  28-07-2015 20:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple’s latest platform update offers some enticing new features, but for some people it has also caused some issues. Here are the main iOS 8 problems people have been complaining about with advice on how to work round or fix them.
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• YouTube’s best gadget reviewer offers 5 key insights into the OnePlus 2

  28-07-2015 20:25
  
  The minute the OnePlus 2 was announced, we knew it wouldn’t take long for gadget reviewer extraordinaire Marques Brownlee to post a video giving us his first impressions. And sure enough, Brownlee posted a new video late Tuesday evening in which he gives us five key insights about the OnePlus 2 after he spent two weeks using the device. DON’T MISS: ‘Skysphere’ is the craziest high-tech man cave you’ve ever seen, and it took an engineer 3 years to build So what has Brownlee found overa
  
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• Canon EOS Rebel T6i review

  28-07-2015 20:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Canon’s new Rebel T6i is a strong DSLR for still photos, thanks to a new 24-megapixel sensor. However, video is still a bit outdated.
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• Canon EOS Rebel T6s review

  28-07-2015 20:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Canon’s refreshed entry-level Rebel series includes the T6s, a DSLR with a few enthusiast-quality features.
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