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• Snapchat shuts its lens filter store to focus on advertising

  06-01-2016 23:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Snapchat is shutting its lucrative lens filter store in order to focus on advertising. The store allowed users to buy lenses, priced at $0.99 each, that could be used to animate and transform selfies.
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• Indiegogo just launched a new 'Enterprise Crowfunding' platform for large corporations

  06-01-2016 23:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Indiegogo today launched a new offering called "Enterprise Crowdfunding," giving large corporations "specific services for engaging with Indiegogo’s vast audience of early adopters, entrepreneurs, and makers."
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• Apple scales back production of iPhone 6S and 6S Plus, expects lower sales in 2016

  06-01-2016 23:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple has informed suppliers to scale back production of components for the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus, after lower than expected sales numbers. Suppliers might be forced to lower expectations until the iPhone 7 release, coming later this year.The post Apple scales back production of iPhone 6S and 6S Plus, expects lower sales in 2016 appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Dwayne Johnson heads to youth prison boot camp with new HBO documentary

  06-01-2016 23:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Viewers will get a look inside a youth prison boot camp this spring with Dwayne Johnson. The actor is working with HBO on the documentary Rock and a Hard Place, which is inspired by his own youthful run-ins with the law.
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• Volvo study says people want to maintain control of driverless cars

  06-01-2016 23:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Volvo recently surveyed 10,000 people to get their opinions on autonomous driving. The results say 92 percent of consumers want a steering wheel in driverless cars, and 81 percent believe automakers must take responsibility if an accident occurs.The post Volvo study says people want to maintain control of driverless cars appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Hands on: Acer Liquid Jade Primo

  06-01-2016 23:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Acer's Windows 10 smartphone, the Liquid Jade Primo, is ready to go on sale. We got a chance to play with the phone, and try out the headline Windows Continuum feature ahead of its February international release.
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• Chevy’s 2017 Bolt boasts a 200-mile range, can charge to 80 percent in less than an hour

  06-01-2016 23:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Chevrolet has introduced the 2017 Bolt EV at CES 2016. The vehicle features a 200-mile range, can charge to 80 percent in less than an hour, and equips a slick buttonless infotainment system.
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• Microsoft rolls out Xbox One ‘Name Your Game’ hardware bundle

  06-01-2016 23:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft revealed a pair of new Xbox One hardware bundles this week, including a "Name Your Game Bundle" that allows customers to outfit new consoles with their choice of an included game.
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• Microsoft lets players build their own Xbox One hardware bundles

  06-01-2016 23:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft revealed a pair of new Xbox One hardware bundles this week, including a "Name Your Game Bundle" that allows customers to outfit new consoles with their choice of an included game.
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• Fake IRS emails are delivering dangerous new malware this tax season

  06-01-2016 23:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A nasty email is doing the rounds claiming to be from the IRS loaded with malware that can steal your personal banking data and encrypt your computer. The IRS has issued a reminder that it never contacts taxpayers by email.
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• Square Enix dissolves Shinra Technologies cloud gaming service

  06-01-2016 23:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Global publisher Square Enix announced that it has discontinued work on its Shinra Technologies cloud gaming platform, citing an inability to court third-party investors for continued funding.
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• Intel turbocharges the Compute Stick with Core M, revises Atom model

  06-01-2016 23:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Intel has managed to cram gigabytes of RAM, tens of gigabytes of storage and a Core M CPU into a compute stick that's just a few inches long. It offers more power and more connectivity than ever before.
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• Star Wars: The Force Awakens takes over all-time domestic box office record in 20 days

  06-01-2016 23:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Avatar had a good run, but now Star Wars: The Force Awakens tops the list of all-time highest-grossing films at the domestic box office. The record was broken Wednesday, just 20 days after The Force Awakens' release.
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• Star Wars: The Force Awakens dethrones Avatar for domestic box office record

  06-01-2016 23:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Avatar had a good run, but now Star Wars: The Force Awakens tops the list of all-time highest-grossing films at the domestic box office. The record was broken Wednesday, just 20 days after The Force Awakens' release.
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• MSI storms CES with massive gaming all-in-one, eye-tracking laptop

  06-01-2016 23:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  At CES, gaming PC specialist MSI unveiled an impressive stack of high-performance devices, four of which are new or revised laptop entries, while the remaining four are pre-built desktop PCs.
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• David Cross to return to the stage, announces first stand-up tour in six years

  06-01-2016 23:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Comedian David Cross has announced that he will return to the stage during the first part of 2016, sharing tour dates for a string of shows starting this month and ending in late April.
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• David Cross returns to stand-up with a three-month US tour

  06-01-2016 23:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Comedian David Cross has announced that he will return to the stage during the first part of 2016, sharing tour dates for a string of shows starting this month and ending in late April.
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• This fully autonomous drone taxi is your traffic-jam dream come true

  06-01-2016 22:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Inside the cockpit, there are absolutely zero controls. No joystick, no steering wheel, no buttons, switches, or control panels -- just a seat and a small tablet stand.
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• Russian hackers suspected in recent Ukrainian power outage

  06-01-2016 22:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A Ukrainian power outage in late December is now suspected to be the result of a cyberattack, making the blackout the first ever caused by malware. American officials are currently investigating Russian hackers for their alleged involvement.
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• Watch Mark Hamill's 1984 introduction to the Star Wars premiere on TV

  06-01-2016 22:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A tuxedoed Mark Hamill introduces Star Wars and offers a glimpse of its fans and creator in a video of the actor's introduction to the 1984 television premiere of the sci-fi blockbuster.
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• Sharecare adds Blackberry's BBM into its app to make its medical app more secure

  06-01-2016 22:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sharecare has been working on a feature that recognizes the tone of a conversation -- whether you are anxious or joyous -- and has now integrated BBM into its app for further security.
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• Hands on: Letv Le Max Pro

  06-01-2016 21:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The first smartphone to house the Snapdragon 820 super processor has been announced. It's the Le Max Pro, and it's a strong calling card for Chinese company Letv to signal its imminent arrival in the U.S. during 2016.
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• MasterCard and Coin join forces to fuse wearables with payment functionality

  06-01-2016 21:14 via digitaltrends.com
  
  MasterCard and Coin have announced a joint partnership to add mobile payments functionality to every wearable that has an NFC chip, in a move to make more devices capable of paying for things.The post MasterCard and Coin join forces to fuse wearables with payment functionality appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Toshiba offers up new storage options and a thin Dynapad at CES 2016

  06-01-2016 20:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Toshiba's line up at this year's CES is putting a lot of stock into the new USB Type-C standard, which is already poised to revolutionize connectivty. It also has a svelte Dynapad with a focus on writing and drawing.
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• Netflix vies for world domination, launches in 130 more countries (but no China)

  06-01-2016 20:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Video streaming company Netflix has announced a rapid expansion and two new shows, turning on in 130 new nations during CEO Reed Hastings keynote speech at the CES conference in Vegas.
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• Zagg's new Now Cam doubles as action cam and Bluetooth speaker

  06-01-2016 20:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Calling it a "social camera," Zagg unveiled its Now Cam at CES 2016. The small pocket camera shoots 720p videos, but it also doubles as a loud Bluetooth speaker for music or hands-free calls.
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• Core M power in a pen-drive size Compute Stick? Yes please!

  06-01-2016 20:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Intel has managed to cram gigabytes of RAM, tens of gigabytes of storage and a Core M CPU into a compute stick that's just a few inches long. It offers more power and more connectivity than ever before.
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• Philips goes all in on 4K with new all-HDR 4K TV lineup and 4K UHD Blu-ray player

  06-01-2016 20:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  While 4K has certainly been on the rise, it seems that a lot of companies are committing to the format even more this year, including Phillips, who has announced an all-HDR 4K TV lineup as well as a compact new 4K UHD Blu-ray player.
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• High-end laptops and hybrids headline CES 2016 for Dell

  06-01-2016 20:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Business-centric laptops, innovative 2-in-1 hybrids, and a versatile Thunderbolt dock headline a broad list of new products being shown by Dell at CES 2016.The post High-end laptops and hybrids headline CES 2016 for Dell appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• McLaren 675LT JVCKenwood concept debuts at CES with all-digital cockpit

  06-01-2016 20:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The McLaren 675LT JVCKenwood concept debuted at CES 2016 in Las Vegas with a cockpit full of tech. Everything from the gauge cluster to the rearview mirror was replaced with digital displays.
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• Instead of buying a whole new fridge, you can stick this camera inside yours

  06-01-2016 20:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Smarter introduced three products at CES 2016 aimed at making your home a little more connected, without having to buy all new smart appliances. The fridge camera takes pictures of the inside of your fridge so you know what's in there.The post Instead of buying a whole new fridge, you can stick this camera inside yours appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Sony piles on the boom with expanded Extra Bass speaker and headphone line

  06-01-2016 20:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sony takes a swipe at those who love the boom with its new Extra Bass lineup. COmprising portable speakers, headphones, and a full-on PA style club speaker, this new line is all about that bass and then some.
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• T-Mobile doubles up, adds 8 million customers again in 2015

  06-01-2016 19:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  T-Mobile has revealed 8.3 million new customers were added to the carrier in 2015, the same number that joined in 2014. The carrier added 2.1 million in the fourth quarter alone, and now covers over 300 million homes with its 4G LTE network.The post T-Mobile doubles up, adds 8 million customers again in 2015 appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• T-Mobile adds 8 million new customers for the second year in a row

  06-01-2016 19:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  T-Mobile has revealed 8.3 million new customers were added to the carrier in 2015, the same number that joined in 2014. The carrier added 2.1 million in the fourth quarter alone, and now covers over 300 million homes with its 4G LTE network.The post T-Mobile adds 8 million new customers for the second year in a row appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Gotta squanch ’em all! Pokémon-inspired Rick and Morty game coming to mobile

  06-01-2016 19:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tiding fans over until the season three premiere, Adult Swim Games announced a Pokemon-inspired game based on the popular cartoon Rick and Morty, coming to iOS and Android platforms on January 14.
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• Get Schwifty! Pokemon-inspired Pocket Mortys coming to iOS and Android on January 14

  06-01-2016 19:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tiding fans over until the season three premiere, Adult Swim Games announced a Pokemon-inspired game based on the popular cartoon Rick and Morty, coming to iOS and Android platforms on January 14.
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• NXT-ID’s Wocket is an all-in-one payments solution that can truly replace your wallet

  06-01-2016 19:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  NXT-ID's Wocket virtualizes and consolidates all you credit, debit, loyalty, and membership cards. Translation? You can leave your overstuffed wallet at home.The post NXT-ID’s Wocket is an all-in-one payments solution that can truly replace your wallet appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Asus brings a USB-C monitor, a 34-inch curved display, and a USB projector to CES

  06-01-2016 19:36 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Showcased at its Media Lounge, Asus' 2016 lifestyle lineup consists of a portable USB Type-C powered monitor, a 34-inch 4K curved display, and a USB projector that fits in the palm of your hands.The post Asus brings a USB-C monitor, a 34-inch curved display, and a USB projector to CES appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Freetel is bringing its Japanese-designed phones to the U.S.

  06-01-2016 19:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Freetel is a Japanese-phone manufacturer that has been around since 2013. The company offers sleek, budget Android-powered phones and is planning to bring its devices to North America.
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• Smart tattoos just debuted at CES 2016

  06-01-2016 19:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Parents rarely seem to be proponents of tattoos, but the next generation of the fashion statement may have them singing a different tune. Now, when you're justifying your new ink, consider suggesting a "smart tattoo."
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• Smart stickers may change the way we study our bodies, from skin to skeleton

  06-01-2016 19:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Parents rarely seem to be proponents of tattoos, but the next generation of the fashion statement may have them singing a different tune. Now, when you're justifying your new ink, consider suggesting a "smart tattoo."
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• Good news, torque fans: BMW won't let the Dieselgate scandal prevent it from selling diesels in the U.S.

  06-01-2016 18:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The diesel engine has taken a beating in the United States, but BMW remains committed to it. The company points out that one out of every three X cars it sells in the U.S. is powered by a turbodiesel mill.The post Good news, torque fans: BMW won't let the Dieselgate scandal prevent it from selling diesels in the U.S. appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Sleepion is a three-in-one sensory stimulator that promises to put you to sleep

  06-01-2016 18:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sleepion is a three-in-one sensory device that promises to put you to sleep by stimulating hearing, vision, and sense of smell. The device is designed to complement pillows and mattresses that induce sleep through the sense of touch.
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• CyberVista wants to teach companies how to not suck at cybersecurity

  06-01-2016 18:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  CyberVista, a new cybersecurity education firm launched by Graham Holdings and Kaplan was made official today at CES in Las Vegas at the first CES CyberSecurity Forum.
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• Asus announces new ROG monitors and a desktop designed for VR

  06-01-2016 18:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Asus has detailed new products set to release under its Republic of Gamers brand, including a high-spec desktop designed for VR, and a new iteration of its graphics card dock intended for users with notebooks.
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• Vivint Ping camera has one-touch button for needy kids

  06-01-2016 18:34
  
  When is a security camera not a security camera? When it's a way for demanding kids to get in touch because they can't find the cheese-strings. Vivint's latest addition to its connected home security platform is, ostensibly, a streaming video camera like many we've seen before from Nest, Piper, and others, but it differentiates itself by virtue of a big … Continue reading
  
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• RIP: Microsoft is killing Internet Explorer 8, 9, 10 next week

  06-01-2016 18:16
  
  Bad news for those who use older versions of Microsoft Windows, good news for just about everyone else on the planet: Internet Explorer 8, 9, and 10 are finally being killed off next Tuesday. January 12th is the browsers' official "end of life" date, or when Microsoft will no longer support them with updates and security fixes. On that date, … Continue reading
  
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• Sennheiser HD 800 S headphones release boosts the classic

  06-01-2016 18:00
  
  The audio company Sennheiser has revealed their newest headphones: the Sennheiser HD 800 S, the next step after the classic HD 800. This pair of phones works with the same ear cup design and transducer technology as before, this time coming with a further optimized set of sound images in the medium and low frequency range. This pair of phones … Continue reading
  
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• Netatmo Welcome getting ear for alarms plus FTP backup

  06-01-2016 18:00
  
  Netatmo is giving its Welcome face-recognizing camera a fresh batch of smarts, allowing it to keep an ear out for danger among other things. Launched in 2015, the distinctively-styled Welcome not only reacts to movement in its field of view, beaming back HD video to its owners' smartphone app, but can identify faces in the frame and, over time, recognize … Continue reading
  
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• Fargo’s Rachel Keller will play a lead role in the X-Men spinoff TV series

  06-01-2016 17:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Fargo actress Rachel Keller has reportedly joined the cast of the upcoming X-Men spinoff series on FX, Legion, and is expected to play a lead role as an unidentified woman with powerful mutant abilities.
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