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• BMW drops manual transmission option for M5 and M6 due to low demand

  06-04-2016 23:53 via digitaltrends.com
  
  BMW M chief Frank van Meel has confirmed that the next-generation M5 and M6 will not be offered with manual transmission options. The CEO said that demand for the stick shift has dropped to zero.The post BMW drops manual transmission option for M5 and M6 due to low demand appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Senators behind encryption bill know how the FBI hacked the iPhone

  06-04-2016 23:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The FBI isn't ready to tell Apple or the general public how it cracked the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone, but it's disclosing that information to Senators -- notably two behind an bill that would force companies to comply with court orders.
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• Leave Google for MicroG on Android, receive two dollars

  06-04-2016 23:50
  
  It would appear that Google isn't about to lose potential digital customers to the MicroG experiment on Android devices. A user by the name of Majinferno - reporting in from Reddit - shows one way in which Google may be targeting users who had at one point used Google Play services, but decided to leave the Google universe for one … Continue reading
  
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• Sweden is the first country to have its own phone number, and you can call it now

  06-04-2016 23:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Interested in visiting Sweden, or at least knowing what it's like to live there? A new phone number has been set up by the Swedish Tourism Board, which will connect you with a random Swede.
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• Got $600,000? Bid on a lens used in the Apollo 15 mission

  06-04-2016 23:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  RR Auction is planning on putting a vintage Zeiss 500mm telephoto lens up for bidding later in April, a piece of equipment that once sat in the personal collection of former astronaut Dave Scott.
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• Rock Band 4 for PC scrapped as funding campaign falls short

  06-04-2016 23:13
  
  Bad news, folks. Harmonix has scrapped plans to bring Rock Band 4 to PC (for now, at least) due to the funding campaign's failure to meet its goal. The developer had sought funding on Fig, where it had a goal of $1.5 million with plans to contribute the other needed $500,000 itself if the campaign was fully funded. As of … Continue reading
  
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• Let’s Try Facebook Live Video

  06-04-2016 23:00
  
  This morning Facebook expanded "Facebook Live" to include the whole world and to include a litany of new features for all users. Originally launching the service for select brands and celebrities first, the social network has made the ability to share one's experience with the world on-the-spot available to the masses this morning. What we're going to do here is … Continue reading
  
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• This gorgeous smart speedometer is like a cycling computer with an analog display

  06-04-2016 22:50 via digitaltrends.com
  The Omata One, a next-gen speedometer with classic looks, just launched and it could go from zero to 100 real quick. Do not be fooled by its commonplace appearance. The Omata One is more a cyclo-computer with an analog display than a simple speedometer.
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• T-Mobile improves call quality and reliability with Enhanced Voice Services

  06-04-2016 22:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  T-Mobile has announced the rollout of Enhanced Voice Services (EVS), a VoLTE technology that promises improved call quality and reliability as compared to HD Voice. It's not compatible with every handset, though.
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• Apple’s Tim Cook is now a board member of a human rights group

  06-04-2016 22:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple CEO Tim Cook has joined the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights' board of directors. Last December, the international organization awarded Cook with the Ripple of Hope award.The post Apple’s Tim Cook is now a board member of a human rights group appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Google tests out native Mac OS notifications for Chrome, here’s how to enable it

  06-04-2016 22:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Chrome's push notifications may soon be delivered within Mac OS' native notifications platform. Google is testing out the feature, but it's hidden from the public. Here's how to enable it.
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• Latest Windows 10 Build brings Bash, dark theme, Cortana upgrade to Insiders

  06-04-2016 22:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Windows 10 Build 14316 is now available in the Insider Preview Fast ring, offering Bash support, an updated Cortana, and a dark mode option. Other features include new Microsoft Edge extensions, an updated Action Center, updated emojis, and more.
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• Amazon adds same-day deliveries to 11 new metro areas

  06-04-2016 22:21
  
  Amazon has rolled out same-day free deliveries in 11 new metro areas, expanding the number of places where Prime subscribers can get items the same day they order them. The newly added cities span the nation, and include places like Cincinnati, Sacramento, Nashville, Stockton, Tucson, and more. With this latest addition, Amazon's free same-day deliveries now cover 27 metro areas … Continue reading
  
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• Park it and charge it: Wireless electric car charging is coming

  06-04-2016 22:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Oak Ridge National Labs has demonstrated wireless charging for electric vehicles with 90 percent efficiency three times faster than home chargers. The next steps are higher power and charging while in motion.The post Park it and charge it: Wireless electric car charging is coming appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Orah 4i camera livestreams 4K VR videos with 3D audio

  06-04-2016 21:34
  
  VideoStitch has launched the Orah 4i, a small camera capable of livestreaming 4K-resolution 360-degree video with 3D audio specifically for virtual reality applications. The company, perhaps best known for its 360-degree VR video software, has put the camera up for preorder at a discounted rate; company CEO Nicolas Burtey said in a statement, “We have developed a solution that streams … Continue reading
  
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• Why you’ll want a Huawei P9 Plus in the USA

  06-04-2016 21:18
  
  The Huawei P9 Plus smartphone is headed for many countries in the world this Spring. The United States is not one of them. Why might citizens of the USA want to get their hands on this device, provided a version were made that were able to work with carriers that cover this country? There are plenty of reasons, really - … Continue reading
  
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• Tigers have been poached to extinction in Cambodia

  06-04-2016 20:47
  
  The Indochinese tiger is extinct in Cambodia, it has been announced, and humans are to blame. Poachers targeting both the tigers and the prey they need to survive have driven the tigers from Cambodia’s forests, and though conservationists plan to reintroduce them into the region, they face an uphill battle. Conservationists working in the nation made the announcement on Wednesday, … Continue reading
  
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• Spring clean the high-tech way with these 5 gadgets - Fox News

  06-04-2016 20:39 via
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  With the first day of Spring behind us, it's time for some start thinking about ways to refresh their homes for the new season. These 5 tech gagdets aim to help with the process and minimize the amount of elbow grease needed to get your space in its ...
  

• Three HTC Vive experiences that’ll make you open your wallet

  06-04-2016 20:36
  
  HTC Vive is $799. That's a lot of money, especially when you factor in a suitably-potent gaming PC as well, so how do you justify taking the plunge? Consumer-level virtual reality is still in its infancy, and given how experiential the whole thing is, it's not hard to see why many people aren't quite convinced by what they see on-screen. … Continue reading
  
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• Roccat Kova Mouse Review – Affordable, solid design

  06-04-2016 20:05
  
  Over the years, Roccat has slowly carved out a name for themselves as a maker of quality gaming accessories. I've used a few of their mice and keyboards, and have generally been pleased with them. Today, I'm going to take a look at their Kova mouse, which I've been using for a little while. First Look The Kova is an … Continue reading
  
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• Whoops! WhatsApp isn’t all encrypted

  06-04-2016 19:34
  
  Wait just a second here - just yesterday WhatsApp announced they were completely encrypted, end-to-end, right? Apparently not. While messages and phone call content are, indeed, encrypted, some of the details surrounding these bits of communication are not. As it turns out, a deeper look at the terms and conditions included in this latest update for WhatsApp includes mention of … Continue reading
  
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• Facebook thinks Live Video is social’s future

  06-04-2016 19:15
  
  If Facebook has its way, the social network won't just be where you go to humblebrag about the amazing things you've been doing, but the place you stream them live as they happen. Building on the launch of Facebook Live, which arrived first as a celebrity-only perk then, more recently, for any Facebook user with the iOS or Android app, … Continue reading
  
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• T-Mobile enhances voice with EVS as it pushes data-only plans

  06-04-2016 19:06
  
  The folks at T-Mobile USA are aiming to out-do the industry on clarity of voice calling with a technology they call Enhanced Voice Services (EVS). According to the network that just began offering data plans with the option of skipping out on voice, EVS is a system which improves voice call reliability and creates "higher-fidelity calls" in the process. This … Continue reading
  
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• Amazon Tap Review – Alexa’s not listening

  06-04-2016 18:15
  
  Amazon landed with a splash in the smart home space, the Echo smart speaker opening our eyes to the potential of voice control, and Alexa hasn't stopped accelerating since. Now Echo has a baby sibling, Amazon Tap, a Bluetooth speaker that allows you to take Alexa on the move with you. At $129.99 it's fifty bucks cheaper than Echo, not … Continue reading
  
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• Apple may soon let you hide stock apps on your iPhone and iPad

  06-04-2016 17:58
  
  I've got an iPhone, and if you swipe all the way to the right on my home screen, you'll find an assortment of icons that I never touch. These are apps like Stocks, Watch, and Wallet. I don't have any desire to use any of these, and yet they remain. If I could get rid of them, I would. And … Continue reading
  
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• Dear HP: Your new logo is amazing and you should use it everywhere

  06-04-2016 17:57
  
  This week we got our first look at the HP Spectre 13.3 - and with it, the newest (and yet old) HP logo. This logo is fantastic. It was originally designed all the way back in 2011 by the folks at Moving Brands, and here in 2016, HP tells us that they'll use the logo for their premium products only. … Continue reading
  
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• Gears of War 4 gets official release date for Xbox One

  06-04-2016 17:48
  
  Gears of War fans can finally know the date their anticipation for another entry in the series will come to an end. Microsoft has finally announced the release date for the upcoming game, the first new Gears title to be developed specifically for the Xbox One. October 11th is when Gears of War 4 will be released to the world, … Continue reading
  
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• Crafting in The Division is about to get a lot harder

  06-04-2016 17:36
  
  When an online, multiplayer game gets released, there are obviously some balancing issues that have to be rectified over time. This usually means changing the damage output of weapons, or making adjustments to special abilities. Well, The Division is about to go through some balancing changes next week, and it's got a lot of players upset. In the game, you … Continue reading
  
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• Illegal mining hits Congo gorilla population: conservationists

  06-04-2016 17:18
  
  By Ed Stoddard JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - The world's largest gorilla sub-species has seen its population fall 77 percent over the past two decades, a trend linked to illegal mining for coltan, a key mineral used in the production of cell phones and electronics, a new report has found. Grauer's gorilla, the planet's biggest primate which can weigh up to 400 pounds (180 kgs), is found in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where minerals have been plundered for decades under the smokescreen o
  
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• Bethesda outlines Doom Open Beta, DLC plans

  06-04-2016 17:16
  
  It's been quite some time since we've gotten to play a new Doom title, so it's no wonder that people are wanting to get their hands on the game as soon as possible. Last week Bethesda allowed some lucky people to test out the multiplayer portion of the game during their closed beta. However, for those that weren't able to … Continue reading
  
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• Top Tech Gadgets for the Elderly - Brain Blogger (blog)

  06-04-2016 17:04 via
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  Therefore, gadgets designed to support home living can be very useful, especially when they are designed appropriately for the elderly. Some simple examples include TV remote controllers, mobile phones and tablets designed as lightweight and featuring ...
  

• Oculus “may” use data for advertising, but when?

  06-04-2016 16:44
  
  When it was announced that Facebook would be purchasing Oculus, it gave a lot of people pause. I certainly didn't see that move coming, but over time it slowly made more and more sense. After all, VR can be used for a lot more than just playing video games. It can be a great way to interact with other people, … Continue reading
  
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• Huawei P9 debuts with dual Leica-certified cameras

  06-04-2016 16:35
  
  Huawei has announced its new pair of flagship smartphones, the P9 and P9 Plus, in London today, and just as was predicted a few weeks ago, they feature cameras developed in collaboration with Leica. Both devices feature a dual camera setup, taking the unique approach of using one for color photos and the second for monochrome. However, while the Leica … Continue reading
  
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• Imagine flying with 21-inch touchscreen seatback displays

  06-04-2016 15:50
  
  The state of in-flight entertainment has been steadily improving over the last few years, with WiFi increasingly being offered by more airlines, and a wide range of movies and TV shows available from the built-in seatback displays. But what if airlines went all out and provided flyers with luxurious-sized touchscreens to help distract them from the miserable amount of legroom? … Continue reading
  
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• Microsoft announces further Start Menu changes for Windows 10

  06-04-2016 15:45
  
  When it comes to Windows, there's no feature that's been more controversial in the past few years than the Start menu. In Windows 7, few people complained about it. Then, in Windows 8, it transformed into some sort of abomination. They brought back a more familiar version, albeit an updated one, for Windows 10. And now it looks like Microsoft … Continue reading
  
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• Ryobi garage door opener uses plug-and-play modules to do more

  06-04-2016 15:30
  
  Typically, a garage door opener does one thing; it opens the garage door for you. Ryobi has a new garage door opener that opens the door and ads functionality to your garage via plug and play modules that can be added and removed as needed. The garage door opener can be fitted with modules that add things like carbon monoxide … Continue reading
  
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• Quantum Break DRM bug turns your character into a pirate

  06-04-2016 15:17
  
  Different companies have different ways of dealing with piracy. Some will try to lock a game down with harsh DRM, which can sometimes backfire and prevent the game from being played by paying users. Others will simply use an Easter egg to shame pirates into (hopefully) purchasing a copy of the game. Quantum Break developer Remedy Entertainment went with the … Continue reading
  
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• Google’s Tilt Brush turns HTC Vive into a psychedelic art machine

  06-04-2016 15:00
  
  Just like the very first smartphones and tablets, today's virtual reality devices are pretty much intended primarily for content consumption. To actually create most content for it, you'd have to take of the goggles and sit down in front of a computer. There are, of course, a few exceptions, like Tilt Brush from Google. As the name might subtly imply, … Continue reading
  
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• Single DNA molecule used to create smallest diode in all the land

  06-04-2016 14:30
  
  Researchers have created the world's smallest diode and they did it using a single molecule of DNA. The creation was devised by researchers from the University of Georgia and Ben-Gurion University in Israel. The creation has shown for the first time that nanoscale electronic components can be made using a single DNA molecule. The breakthrough is seen as an advance … Continue reading
  
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• Burberry products now carry Snapchat tags that link to first-of-its-kind fashion channel

  06-04-2016 14:14 via digitaltrends.com
  
  High-end fashion brand Burberry has introduced Snapchat QR codes on the tags of selected items tied to its new range of grooming products. The Snapcodes link to exclusive content on its first-ever Discover channel on the app.
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• Plantronics Voyager 5200 Review – A headset for the unpredictable

  06-04-2016 14:01
  
  The Bluetooth headset might not be the first accessory you think of when considering the "extreme" lifestyle, but Plantronics believes you're missing out. Its new Voyager 5200 picks up where the Voyager Legend left off, boosting microphone performance for tough and changeable conditions, and improving ergonomics for all-day use. Plantronics focus this time around has been unpredictability of environment. While … Continue reading
  
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• Plantronics BackBeat GO 3 first-impressions

  06-04-2016 14:01
  
  Usually, with headphones you have a choice: the convenience of Bluetooth and no wires, or the audio quality of wired, but the fuss of cords and cables in your pocket or bag. Plantronics believes its latest wireless headphones address that, with the BackBeat GO 3 offering not only lengthy runtimes - and even more if you pair them with the … Continue reading
  
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• Valve debuts VR spectator mode for DOTA 2

  06-04-2016 13:51
  
  Valve has just teased a new virtual reality-compatible spectator mode for the immensely popular MOBA (multiplayer online battle arena) game DOTA 2, one of the biggest titles in the growing trend of e-sports. The new mode is seen in a video clip on the SteamVR website, highlighting how the VR experience enhances spectating for fans. An e-sports match is played … Continue reading
  
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• HP Spectre gets swanky with 18k gold and Swarovski crystals

  06-04-2016 13:30
  
  HP has trotted out a pair of very swanky Spectre laptop computers at the New York Times International Luxury Conference. The machines started life as your standard Spectre notebook computers before designers Tord Boontje and Jess Hannah got their hands on the machines. The two limited edition notebooks were produced in very limited numbers and will be auctioned at the … Continue reading
  
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• Instagram boots mom off service for posting photo of a cake

  06-04-2016 13:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Instagram clearly needs to sort out its breast-detecting algorithms. The photo-sharing service, which doesn't do nudity, recently disabled the account of a British mom when its robocops decided her photo of a cake looked too much like a breast.The post Instagram boots mom off service for posting photo of a cake appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Malware can hijack Firefox extensions to compromise users

  06-04-2016 13:00
  
  Web browsers these days, especially Chrome, use sandboxing methods to prevent unauthorized access to the computer or excessive use of resources. But while that may be true for the browser's tabs and content themselves, that might not always apply to other things related to it, like extensions. That is the problem facing Firefox and some of its most popular extensions … Continue reading
  
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• Sword-dodging drone shows off awesome avoidance skills

  06-04-2016 12:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sense-and-avoidance technology for drones is improving fast, as highlighted by this stunning demonstration of a system being developed by two Stanford University researchers. Check out how the drone effortlessly dodges the lunges of a fast-moving fencer.
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• How the Force 1 went from fantasy to carbon-fiber reality in record time

  06-04-2016 12:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Acclaimed vehicle and yacht designer Henrik Fisker and Viper Racing Exchange founder Ben Keating ive Digital Trends the full download on their Force 1 Supercar passion project.
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• Domino’s hacker said ‘no’ to free pizza for life

  06-04-2016 11:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Pizza fan Paul Price couldn't believe it when he found a way to place free orders using Domino's app. However, perhaps realizing free pizza for life could lead to a rapidly expanding waistline – or an early grave – he somehow managed to avoid the temptation.
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• Etsy launches build-your-own-website tool geared toward sellers

  06-04-2016 11:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Etsy is broadening its services for sellers with the launch of Pattern, a tool to help its merchants build and launch their own custom websites. Costing $15 a month, Etsy hopes Pattern's deep integration with its main site will help attract lost of interest.The post Etsy launches build-your-own-website tool geared toward sellers appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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