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• R2-D2 humidifiers, Vader toasters, and more crazy Star Wars stuff for your house

  19-12-2015 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If Star Wars: The Force Awakens has reignited your love for the franchise, then show your pride with a room (or house) full of memorabilia. From toasters to pillows, practically every household item has a Star Wars variant.
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• The Metro series goes mobile with Metro 2033: Wars

  19-12-2015 21:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  4A Games' Metro 2033 is now one of two games based on the post-apocalyptic novel. A mobile RPG is now available on iOS and Android, and it draws influence from old-school turn-based strategy games.The post The Metro series goes mobile with Metro 2033: Wars appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• No piloting experience? No problem. Here’s the 5 best drones for beginners

  19-12-2015 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Drones can be intimidating — we get that — but they're not as complicated as you might think. Check out our current picks for the best entry-level drones, so you can take to the skies with little frustration and even less cash (if need be).
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• Need a memorable profile picture? Use this new MIT algorithm

  19-12-2015 20:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  MIT has created an artificial intelligence system that can actually predict how well your brain will retain a certain image, and which aspects of it will leave the deepest impression.
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• The man who fixed lottery jackpots may have fixed a lot more than first thought

  19-12-2015 20:27 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Eddie Tipton has already been convicted of fixing the lottery (and then winning it) in Iowa, but now, authorities believe that Tipton may have been involved in many more scandals across many more states.The post The man who fixed lottery jackpots may have fixed a lot more than first thought appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• 5 songs you need to stream this week: Fetty Wap, Damien Jurado and more

  19-12-2015 20:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Not sure what new music to listen to? We'll let you know what new tracks and albums dropping this week are worthy of your attention. Up this week: Fetty Wap, Damien Jurado and more.
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• Did Lyft have anything to do with Uber’s huge data breach last year?

  19-12-2015 19:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Department of Justice is now launching an investigation into whether or not Lyft employees (specifically CTO Chris Lambert) were at all involved in the massive data breach Uber suffered last year.
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• Just how closely are we monitoring visa applicants' social media accounts?

  19-12-2015 18:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  During a press conference on Friday, President Obama asserted that officials do indeed look into the posts of those seeking American visas. But to what extent is this a valid assertion?The post Just how closely are we monitoring visa applicants' social media accounts? appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• The Star Wars references are strong with this UK weather report

  19-12-2015 18:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Watch as English TV personality Sian Welby delivers a weather report loaded with cheeky nods to the Star Wars universe. We count eight distinct references in the course of this 39-second TV spot. Can you name them all?The post The Star Wars references are strong with this UK weather report appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Watch: James Corden sings Joy to the World with Stevie Wonder, Bieber, and more

  19-12-2015 18:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Watch the Late Late Show host sing Joy to the World with Carrie Underwood, Stevie Wonder, Justin Bieber, Iggy Azalea, Jason Derulo, Rod Stewart, and One Direction. The video is a compilation of cuts that Corden has recorded throughout the year.
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• Watch James Corden perform Joy to the World with A-list musical guests

  19-12-2015 18:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Watch the Late Late Show host sing Joy to the World with Carrie Underwood, Stevie Wonder, Justin Bieber, Iggy Azalea, Jason Derulo, Rod Stewart, and One Direction. The video is a compilation of cuts that Corden has recorded throughout the year.
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• The update debate: Why the latest version of software isn’t always the best

  19-12-2015 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Updating software is something we're always being prompted to do, whether it's driver updates on our desktops and laptops, or application patches on our smartphones. But is it always a wise choice? And are those that don't update regularly on to something?
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• Marvels of post-apocalyptic engineering: the best Fallout 4 settlements and structures

  19-12-2015 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Fallout 4 is a big game, but while some players get lost in the wasteland, others have been building their very own post-apocalyptic dream homes. Here are 10 of the best user creations, featuring everything from sprawling mansions to Star Wars vehicles.
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• UPDATE: after a successful test fire, SpaceX aims to launch its new Falcon 9 this Sunday

  19-12-2015 18:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  According to a NASA representative, SpaceX will soon attempt to land one of its Falcon 9 rockets on a landing pad at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. SpaceX has yet to officially confirm the announcement.
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• Last-minute Gift Guide for the everyday Star Wars fan

  19-12-2015 17:48
  
  Today we've got a tree-full of Star Wars gift ideas for the absolute last minute - that's right now - before the end of the holiday season. This guide doubles as a "everything you missed" guide for the Star Wars fan. Oddities and stuff you never knew you needed. Electronics, Star Wars takes on essentials, and a selfie stick. And … Continue reading
  
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• This converted Boeing 747 offers 1,066 square feet of livable space

  19-12-2015 17:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Bruce Campbell bought a Boeing 727 jetliner in 1999 for $100,000, then he converted it into a home. He now lives in over 1,000 square feet of space, between the cockpit and the cabin.
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• This converted Boeing 727 offers 1,066 square feet of livable space

  19-12-2015 17:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Bruce Campbell bought a Boeing 727 jetliner in 1999 for $100,000, then he converted it into a home. He now lives in over 1,000 square feet of space, between the cockpit and the cabin.
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• Cable not included: The best wireless charging cases for the iPhone 6 or 6S

  19-12-2015 17:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you want to ditch the nightly fumble to plug in your iPhone, it’s time to give wireless charging a shot. These are the best wireless charging cases and pads for the iPhone 6 or 6S.
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• Report: Facebook M will rival Siri, Google Now, Cortana as a major digital assistant in 2016

  19-12-2015 16:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Smartwatches will finally overtake fitness trackers in the wearables market, one in five homes will have an Internet of Things (IoT) device installed, and Facebook M will be a real competitor to Siri and Google Now, according to Adobe.
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• Netflix and chat with the help team in the updated Netflix Android app

  19-12-2015 16:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thanks to a new app feature, Android users can now Netflix and chat. If you use the Android Netflix app, you’ll soon see a new feature that lets you call the company’s support team without leaving the app.
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• 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Review

  19-12-2015 16:01
  
  "Try the Tahoe" I was told when, a month or so ago, I admitted that Cadillac's vast, attention-seeking, and generally louche Escalade had wormed its way into my cold British heart. According to the commenters, I'd have just as much success - not to mention save a few tens of thousands of dollars - with the 2016 version of Chevrolet's … Continue reading
  
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• What did we eat most? Foursquare shares 2015’s most popular check-ins and trends

  19-12-2015 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Foursquare, the app that lets you "check in," recently revealed what we ate, drank, and saw the most of in 2015. Data also includes notes on how the year started, as well as trend predictions for 2016.
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• Think $50 can’t buy great sound from a Bluetooth speaker? Think again.

  19-12-2015 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Think $50 Can’t Buy Great Sound from a Bluetooth Speaker? Think Again. Inateck's block shaped Marsbox speaker sports bargain basement price tag that has audio quality that’s actually pretty good.The post Think $50 can’t buy great sound from a Bluetooth speaker? Think again. appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Star Wars: The Force Awakens Review (spoiler free)

  19-12-2015 14:17
  
  I've never been shy about calling myself a Star Wars nerd. As a kid, I would watch the original trilogy over and over again, and attempt to use the force to call objects to me. When I was a teen, I got to experience my first ever Star Wars movie in a theater. But last night, I feel like I … Continue reading
  
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• Too stressed for games? Watch whispering gamers play them on YouTube

  19-12-2015 12:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're a regular YouTube viewer, there's a good chance you've heard of Let's Plays and ASMR, but did you know they sometimes cross over and create something new? We spoke with some of the leading creators of ASMR Let's Play videos.
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• Forget drones, Amazon wants to use own cargo planes to improve shipping operation

  19-12-2015 11:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We heard last month that Amazon's been testing out its own air-cargo operation to reduce its reliance on established shipping firms. Seems like it's going well, as the e-commerce company is now making plans to lease as many as 20 Boeing planes.
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• Homer Simpson’s Mr. Plow stars in new YouTube ad aimed at small businesses

  19-12-2015 04:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  YouTube has recruited Homer Simpson and the rest of The Simpsons cast in its new online ad aimed at small businesses. The clip sees Homer's Mr. Plow venture gain traction through YouTube.
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• B8ta is a store that displays connected gadgets - SFGate

  19-12-2015 04:00 via
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  B8ta is gambling that newfangled Internet of Things gadgets do not lend themselves well to online shopping: People, the company reasons, want to try these things out before spending big money on them, and they are the kinds of purchases that benefit ...
  

• Amazon Studios loads up more originals, renews Red Oaks, Hand of God

  19-12-2015 03:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The number of Amazon Original Series continues to grow. The streamer has announced that it is adding five new series to its lineup, along with three kids' shows. Additionally, Red Oaks, Hand of God, and Tumble Leaf have been renewed.
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• California bumps decision deadline in VW emissions scandal

  19-12-2015 02:50
  
  Following the receipt of a letter proposing an alternative way to deal with the Volkswagen emissions scandal, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has decided to extend the deadline for rejecting or approving the scandal’s repair plan. The extension decision came in on Friday and pushes the decision deadline back to January 14, giving the agency about three extra weeks … Continue reading
  
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• Here’s what’s new on HBO in January and what’s going away

  19-12-2015 02:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Whether you're a cable lover or a staunch cord cutter, there's never been a better time to get down with HBO. Follow us to find out what's new to the network each month, and what's going away.
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• Code for extensions already exists in Windows Edge, but it doesn’t work

  19-12-2015 02:29 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Digging around the code of the latest version of Microsoft Edge, a Twitter user managed to find references to extensions. Further digging revealed a pane, suggesting Microsoft is working on bringing browser extensions to Edge.
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• Trends with Benefits: NASA wants you, VR climbing, and no Star Wars spoilers!

  19-12-2015 02:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  NASA is now taking applications from the public. Seriously, anyone can apply! Does the Trends with Benefits crew have the right stuff? Probably not, but we also discuss VR, HoloLens, and avoid ruining Star Wars for you. You're welcome.
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• Got a new 4K UHD TV? Here’s where to go to start watching the best 4K content right now

  19-12-2015 01:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Searching for content for your new 4K UHD TV? Look no further. We’ve got every major source for you right here, including cost, hardware requirements, and more.
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• Twitter Targets Gamers by Appointing its First Head of Gaming

  19-12-2015 01:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Twitter has hired a former YouTube and Google exec to boost gaming content on its platform. Rodrigo Velloso, the new head of gaming at the social network, previously served as director of gaming content at YouTube.
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• FCC to companies: explain your zero-rating data exemptions

  19-12-2015 01:15
  
  The Federal Communications Commission wants to know more about zero-rating data plans — that is, plans like T-Mobile’s ‘Binge On’ that allow customers to stream content from certain providers without it impacting their data caps. T-Mobile isn’t the only company with such a plan; AT&T and Comcast will have to offer up explanations, too. The FCC’s Chairman Tom Wheeler was … Continue reading
  
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• Data protection service LifeLock settles with FTC for $100m

  19-12-2015 01:15
  
  As we reported this past summer, LifeLock got itself into hot water with the FTC over its alleged failure to protect its customer data. That wasn’t the first time LifeLock ran into trouble, though; before that, it had pulled its LifeLock Wallet mobile apps over concerns that data wasn’t protected as advertised. Even that, though, wasn’t the start of its’ … Continue reading
  
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• Watch the first trailer for David Lynch's 2017 Twin Peaks revival

  19-12-2015 01:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Location will play a big role in David Lynch's Twin Peaks revival which will come to Showtime in 2017. Much of the plot and casting is still under wraps, but we do know that Lynch will direct all nine episodes of the new season.
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• Back in the game: Honda’s 2017 Ridgeline to debut in Detroit, star at Super Bowl 50

  19-12-2015 00:36 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The all-new 2017 Honda Ridgeline will make its world debut at the International Auto Show in January. After that, though, it will star in a 60-second TV spot at Super Bowl 50 on February 7.
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• Researchers infuse salt into asphalt for winter roads

  19-12-2015 00:30
  
  Winter is upon us, and though it has been warmer than usual, those days are limited; sooner or later the roads will be covered in snow, and the city will deal with that issue by dumping a bunch of salt. It’s a common practice, one that can be extremely hazardous if the trucks are delayed or salt availability is limited. … Continue reading
  
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• Addiction was Scott Weiland’s cause of death, but not his legacy

  19-12-2015 00:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  News today about Weiland's death confirms the all but sure suspicions that his cause of death was due to alcohol and drug abuse, both past and present. But, while Weiland's story is filled with tragedy, his musical legacy will live for years to come.
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• The nation’s 10 best airports make holiday travel a little less awful

  19-12-2015 00:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  J.D. Power has named Portland International as the best large airport in customer satisfaction. The survey found overall satisfaction has improved since 2010.
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• Are things actually looking up for BlackBerry?

  19-12-2015 00:15
  
  I'll admit it: Two years ago, I did not think BlackBerry would have still been in business by this time. It seems that I was wrong, however, because BlackBerry shares were up more than 10% in the wake of its third-quarter earnings report that it released on Friday. What was so good about this earnings report, you ask? Not only did BlackBerry's sales and EPS beat the consensus estimate but it also pointed a way forward for the beleaguered smartphone pioneer. MUST WATCH:  ‘Shatterproof&
  
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• The VA will now pay for veterans’ robotic legs

  19-12-2015 00:06 via digitaltrends.com
  
  the VA is implementing a new national policy, in which certain veterans who have suffered spinal cord injuries will be eligible for robotic legs from ReWalk, courtesy of the agency.
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• Make the next-gen jump this holiday season with our favorite Xbox One bundles

  19-12-2015 00:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft's latest console is just as capable a media hub as it is a gaming system, even if it's not the cheapest around. Check out our current picks for the best Xbox One bundles available this holiday season, whether you're looking for additional titles or controllers.
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• Star Wars: The Force Awakens wallpapers for your iPhone 6s and Galaxy S6

  19-12-2015 00:02
  
  In preparation for - or perhaps in celebration of - your first visit to the theater for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, today we've got a batch of wallpapers for your phone. These wallpapers work for basically any phone you might have, but we've called out a couple of the most popular in the world right this minute to make … Continue reading
  
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• More NFL Action Coming to Snapchat as Part of Exclusive Partnership

  19-12-2015 00:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The NFL has extended its partnership with Snapchat to include additional Explorer footage. As part of the deal, even more official and user-created game clips will now be available on the video-sharing app.
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