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• Sorry Uber, you’re not ‘in’ in Germany anymore

  31-10-2015 23:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Über bad news for Uber in Germany: The car service giant is pulling out of Hamburg, Düsseldorf, and Frankfurt after a long and arduous battle over driver licenses. And for now, it looks like Uber has lost.
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• The Hacking Team wants U.S. law enforcement to use its technology

  31-10-2015 22:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  What's the best way to recover from a very public security meltdown? Offer your own security services to the government, of course! At least, that seems to be the approach of the Hacking Team.
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• The Hacking Team is now pitching its services to U.S. law enforcement

  31-10-2015 22:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  What's the best way to recover from a very public security meltdown? Offer your own security services to the government, of course! At least, that seems to be the approach of the Hacking Team.
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• Women-only taxi service Pink Taxi just launched in Egypt

  31-10-2015 22:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Pink Taxi, a women-only car service that was recently launched in the African nation in hopes keeping women safe and curtailing the high rate of assaults against them. Because getting in a car shouldn't be seen as an opportunity for rape.The post Women-only taxi service Pink Taxi just launched in Egypt appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Pink Taxi in Egypt is a women-only car service

  31-10-2015 22:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Pink Taxi, a women-only car service that was recently launched in the African nation in hopes keeping women safe and curtailing the high rate of assaults against them. Because getting in a car shouldn't be seen as an opportunity for rape.The post Pink Taxi in Egypt is a women-only car service appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• OnePlus X vs. OnePlus 2: Which invite-only phone should you buy?

  31-10-2015 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The elegantly designed OnePlus X has been announced and will soon be on its way. We pit the OnePlus X against its sibling, the OnePlus 2 in a battle of specs, and give an analysis of key features and characteristics for both devices.
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• Intimidated by your keyboard's custom lights? Razer's Chroma Workshop makes customization easy

  31-10-2015 20:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Not everyone has time to make a cool, custom lighting profile for their keyboard or mouse, but most people want one. Fortunately that's now easier than ever to fix, thanks to Razer's Chroma Workshop.
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• Xbox marks the spot: check out this Rise of the Tomb Raider launch trailer

  31-10-2015 19:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Rise of the Tomb Raider is less than two weeks away, and the game has received a launch trailer showing off daring escapes, ice mountains, plenty of tomb raiding, and a familiar face.The post Xbox marks the spot: check out this Rise of the Tomb Raider launch trailer appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Rise of the Tomb Raider launch trailer shows off daring escapes and a familiar face

  31-10-2015 19:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Rise of the Tomb Raider is less than two weeks away, and the game has received a launch trailer showing off daring escapes, ice mountains, plenty of tomb raiding, and a familiar face.The post Rise of the Tomb Raider launch trailer shows off daring escapes and a familiar face appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Snapchat’s updated terms of service and privacy policy creep users out

  31-10-2015 17:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Snapchat has spooked some of its users by updating its terms of service and privacy policy. Users are scared by new wording that appears to give the company free rein to abuse their photos, videos and personal information.
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• Flipping through The Manual: Breakfast booze, stargazing stops, handmade surfboards

  31-10-2015 17:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Burned out on apps, keys and screens? Improve your analog life! Digital Trends’ brother site The Manual exists to give men straight-up advice, from gear to the latest in fashion, food, drink, travel, grooming, and culture.
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• Best Halloween apps for the ultimate spooky weekend

  31-10-2015 16:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you haven't downloaded all the spooky, scary, downright necessary apps for your phone this Halloween, you're not prepared for Halloween quite yet. Here are our top picks, including spooky selfies, games, and more.
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• Report: Only 3% of American consumers own a smartwatch or smartband

  31-10-2015 15:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With all the attention given to smartwatches and other wearables, you might think that these gadgets are fairly popular among consumers. A new report debunks that notion: Only 3 percent of the U.S. population age 16 and older owns a smartwatch or smartband.
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• Only 3% of U.S. consumers own a smartwatch, Apple has the strongest brand association

  31-10-2015 15:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With all the attention given to smartwatches and other wearables, you might think that these gadgets are fairly popular among consumers. A new report debunks that notion: Only 3 percent of the U.S. population age 16 and older owns a smartwatch or smartband.
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• Lights, darks, dudes: There are some super-specialized laundry detergents out there

  31-10-2015 15:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tide, All, and the like are meant to appeal to as many people as possible, but there are more specialized laundry detergents available now too. Frey, Dirtyboy, and Laundress are just a few examples.The post Lights, darks, dudes: There are some super-specialized laundry detergents out there appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Tokyo Motor Show 2015 Highlights: What You Need to Know

  31-10-2015 14:30
  
  Tokyo’s eccentric nature and distinct charm have filtered directly into the Tokyo Motor Show, and frankly we wouldn’t have it any other way. On Japan’s biggest stage, many of the world’s foremost automotive players have come to impress, discuss, and shape how we’ll interact and navigate our way around in the future. We braved the sauna-like conditions on the floor … Continue reading
  
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• Laser-shooting LED bike light could improve safety for cyclists

  31-10-2015 14:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Definitely a useful device for anyone that commutes to work on a bike, the Blaze bike light helps motorists become aware of cyclists in their blind spot. As of October 2015, it's available in the United States for the first time.
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• Immerse yourself in the action with the best gaming monitors

  31-10-2015 14:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  These screens are tuned for crisp images and perfect response times, with refresh rates faster than the human eye and special features that will keep you alive longer in Counter Strike - if your rig can handle it.
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• Facebook testing a Local Markets feature to rival Craigslist

  31-10-2015 13:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you've got something to sell, you can go to eBay, Craigslist, Amazon, Etsy and many other places on the web to do just that — and now Facebook is working on something similar too.
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• Google launches a new app to find out Who’s Down

  31-10-2015 12:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Find out who's around and who's available right now with the latest app from Google — although right now you need to be a college student in the U.S. to be able to log in and make use of it.
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• OnePlus ditched plans to launch a wearable at the last minute

  31-10-2015 11:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A OnePlus fitness tracker sounds like a device that would be worth investigating — but the company decided to pull the plug on such a wearable just a month before it was due to be launched.
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• Here's why OnePlus abandoned plans for its own wearable

  31-10-2015 11:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A OnePlus fitness tracker sounds like a device that would be worth investigating — but the company decided to pull the plug on such a wearable just a month before it was due to be launched.
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• Haunted? Even if they’re not, these are some of the creepiest spots in the U.S.

  31-10-2015 11:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Halloween is the perfect time to visit a haunted house. Instead of pointing you towards the manufactured scares where you have to hand over $20, we rounded up places all over the U.S. that are supposed to be really, truly haunted.
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• With drones as filmmakers, these ski resorts let you leave camera at home

  31-10-2015 05:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  While drones are banned from most ski resorts, a San Francisco startup, Cape Productions, has been authorized to provide drone video service at select resorts, giving skiers and snowboarders awesome aerial shots of their rides.
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• Amazon unveils Call of Duty: Black Ops III midnight deliveries

  31-10-2015 02:45
  
  Amazon has announced that Prime Now will be making certain special nighttime deliveries of the game Call of Duty: Black Ops II. The service, obviously, will only be available to Amazon Prime Now members, but is an attractive option regardless, perhaps one of the most intriguing the company has announced in a while. Standing in line will no longer be … Continue reading
  
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• 38% off a Flexible Magnetic Tripod

  31-10-2015 02:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Joby GPM-A1EN GorillaPod Magnetic Flexible Tripod Features: Super strong magnetic feet attach to any ferrous metal surface The slim-line quick-release clip stays connected to your camera and snaps into the GorillaPod for instant setup A lock ring provides extra security to ensure your camera is safely attached Over two dozen leg joints bend and rotate […]
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• Solu is an adorable Linux PC that fits in your pocket, but at a cost

  31-10-2015 02:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Dubbed the Solu, one company has prototyped a 4.5-inch cloud-powered computer with a peculiar square form factor. Its touchscreen display allows users to navigate like they would a smartphone or tablet.
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• Save 17% off a Self-Scheduling Sprinkler Irrigation System

  31-10-2015 02:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Blossom 12 Zone Smart Watering Controller w/WiFi + Powerline Connection – Self-Scheduling Sprinkler Irrigation System & Automated Weather Intelligence Features:  Automatically waters your garden the precise amount necessary using local forecast from weather stations and satellites Reliable Connectivity Options: Use Powerline or Wi-Fi – and Blossom will work anywhere you have a power outlet, even […]
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• Facebook tweaks ‘real name’ policy over continued criticism

  31-10-2015 02:00
  
  Facebook has long been criticized for its 'real name' policy, a policy in which users are required to use their 'real' names and, in cases of doubt, provide multiple forms of proof to confirm their authentic identity. While many users don't have a problem with that, many others do, and for a variety of valid reasons. Some are simply wanting … Continue reading
  
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• Rupert Grint may be coming to US TV after NBC commits to put pilot

  31-10-2015 01:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Rupert Grint has a new series in the works, one perfect for the comic book lover. He'll play a collector who finds that his favorite comics' fictional world is actually real — and in danger. The project has nabbed a put pilot commitment from NBC.
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• Chewbacca Can Cooler

  31-10-2015 01:42 via shutupandtakemymoney.com
  
  Star Wars Chewbacca Can Cooler – Perfect for your fuzzbawls!
   
  
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• Hulu sets a date for Stephen King’s historical sci-fi series 11/22/63

  31-10-2015 01:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Hulu to debut James Franco-starring adaptation of Stephen King thriller 11/22/63 on President's Day 2016. The series marks a turning point for Hulu as it solidifies its push into original content.
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• Freebie: Mac App Bundle

  31-10-2015 01:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Featuring 10 Premium Performance & Productivity Apps: iTunes Converter for Mac WinX DVD Ripper for Mac Synergy App AirRadar By Koingo Window Tidy Autograph Signature App ZipZapMac’s Memory Cleaner App Keep Files Private with Invisible Yummy FTP Alias Privatus Automated Privacy Protection Available at: StackSocial Related:  Price: 0 | Value: $131.00 | Discount: 100% | You […]
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• LG 65EF9500 review

  31-10-2015 01:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  LG has done it again. We tested the EF9500 flat 4K UHD OLED, and it once again earns LG honors for having produced the TV with the best picture quality on the market today.
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• LG 65EF9500 OLED TV review

  31-10-2015 01:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  LG has done it again. We tested the EF9500 flat 4K UHD OLED, and it once again earns LG honors for having produced the TV with the best picture quality on the market today.
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• Fiat Chrysler recalls 316k Jeeps with faulty airbags

  31-10-2015 01:15
  
  The Takata airbags issue is still ongoing, affecting a dozen auto makers and presenting one of the biggest challenges the automotive industry has faced. Millions of vehicles are currently under recall, and government officials are in talks about an unprecedented move that will have its organizing the recall itself. Fiat Chrysler has been dealing with its own airbag troubles, one … Continue reading
  
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• Save $55 on DT Recommended Wireless Speaker

  31-10-2015 01:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Creative Sound Blaster Roar—Portable Bluetooth Wireless Speaker with aptX/AAC. 5 Drivers, Built-in Subwoofer Features: Five drivers powered by two, separate sets of high-performance amplifiers Built-in subwoofer Compact size that sits on your palm Includes: built-in MP3 player, voice recorder, speakerphone, battery bank, bedtime listening mode, TeraBass, and a handy siren Check it out: Comes with NFC Technology […]
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• This little metal cube contains every collectible element on planet Earth

  31-10-2015 01:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Element Cube is made from all of the 62 collectible elements on earth. The cube is formed to include these diverse elements through powder metallurgy, so diverse and precious metals can come together in one shape.
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• Best Selling Bluetooth Aux Jack Car Kit

  31-10-2015 01:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  iClever® Himbox Bluetooth 4.0 Hands-Free Car Kit—w/3.5 mm Aux Jack, Multi-Point Access, Siri / Voice Activation, Dual USB Charger & Magnetic Base, Updated Aluminum Ring – Black Features: Multi-Point Access Built-in microphone Echo and noise cancelling technology supply a more clear call quality The latest Bluetooth 4.0 Check it out: Free Dual USB car charger […]
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• Twitch is trying to install Arch Linux

  31-10-2015 01:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thousands of Twitch users will try to install an advanced operating system by voting on every individual keypress, following in the footsteps of a Pokemon-inspired project. What could possibly go wrong?The post Twitch is trying to install Arch Linux appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Save 50% on a Bestselling Android 6.0 Marshmallow Phone

  31-10-2015 01:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Features: 2G: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900, 3G: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100, 4G: LTE 700 / 800 / 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 / 2600 4.95″ True HD IPS+ Capacitive Multi-Touchscreen w/ Protective Corning Gorilla Glass 3″ Android v4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to v4.4.2 (KitKat), […]
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• Save up to $100 Off Popular Wireless Headphones

  31-10-2015 00:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Beats Studio Wireless Over-Ear Headphone Features: Bluetooth stays connected up to 30 feet Adaptive Noise Cancellation Enjoy music wirelessly for up to 12 hours or up to 20 hours when plugged Check it out: Choose from 7 colors: Black, Matte Black, Titanium, Blue Red, White, Gold Related:  Available at Deal ends 11/9 Price: $272.00 | […]
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• Spectre poised to end Daniel Craig’s James Bond run on a box office high note

  31-10-2015 00:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The box office is getting ready for Spectre. When the latest James Bond film opens stateside next weekend, it is expected to gross $80 million. The film has already sparked buzz with its massive ticket sales in the U.K.
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• Best Selling 11″ Chromebook

  31-10-2015 00:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Acer Chromebook, 11.6-Inch, CB3-111-C670 (Intel Celeron, 2GB, 16GB SSD, White) Features: Intel Celeron 2.16 GHz Processor 2 GB DDR3L SDRAM 6 GB Solid-State Drive (SSD) (No CD or DVD drive) Chrome operating system Check it out: Can open/edit MS Office files (with free QuickOffice or Google Docs) Download Microsoft Office Online for free Related:  Available […]
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• UpLift 900 Standing Desk review

  31-10-2015 00:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The UpLift 900 standing desk delivers on the fronts that actually matter, with a professional demeanor and technology built for the 21st century.
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• You can now search YouTube videos with emoji at Emoji2Video search engine

  31-10-2015 00:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  You can now search videos and images by emoji with a new search engine, Emoji2Video. The search engine lets you enter one or more emoji and then displays videos on YouTube according to the emoji selected.
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• New search engine lets you search chicken videos with chicken emoji

  31-10-2015 00:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  You can now search videos and images by emoji with a new search engine, Emoji2Video. The search engine lets you enter one or more emoji and then displays videos on YouTube according to the emoji selected.
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• Massive crack appears in Wyoming mountains

  31-10-2015 00:30
  
  For better, worse, or reasons unknown, the ground sometimes opens up and swallows whatever happens to be above it. These events usually happen in the form on a sinkhole, but a different sort of fissure has been discovered in Wyoming. A group of hunters recently stumbled across a massive "crack" in the Wyoming mountains, something some viewers have started calling … Continue reading
  
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• 5 shows you need to stream this week: Trick ‘r Treat, The Nightmare, and more

  31-10-2015 00:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  How are you going to get through this week? By pulling up your favorite streaming service and queueing the finest films and TV shows available now. Up this week:Trick 'r Treat, The Nightmare, and more.
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• Spotify superstar Ed Sheeran claims he doesn’t ‘stream anything ever’

  31-10-2015 00:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  24-year-old English pop superstar Ed Sheeran may be the most-streamed artist on Spotify, but he doesn't use it. While he doesn't understand its popularity, he's grateful for its marketing power. 
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