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• ABC re-introduces free streaming service, launches seven new digital series with it

  13-07-2016 23:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  ABC has re-launched its streaming service as an ad-supported model which will showcase seven new original series as well as 38 of its classic TV shows, an interesting return to the web.
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• With 7 mini houses, the first Sonos store lets you hear as you would at home

  13-07-2016 23:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Wireless audio brand Sonos is set to open its first-ever retail store, located in New York City. The multiroom audio king's first ever store features a homey vibe that includes tailored listening rooms, and a hands off sales approach.
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• Take that, Apple! Samsung's Galaxy S7 outsells the iPhone 6S

  13-07-2016 23:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Galaxy S7 outsold the iPhone 6S in the three months ending in May. However, the two companies together are dominating the mobile phone market, with the ten most popular devices all either Apple or Samsung
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• Samsung’s Galaxy S7 finally outsells the iPhone 6S, but Apple isn’t far behind

  13-07-2016 23:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Galaxy S7 outsold the iPhone 6S in the three months ending in May. However, the two companies together are dominating the mobile phone market, with the ten most popular devices all either Apple or Samsung
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• Crackle’s fintech drama series ‘StartUp’ gets a premiere date

  13-07-2016 23:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Crackle's original series StartUp has gotten an official launch date. The drama, which stars Adam Brody and Martin Freeman, delves into the world of financial startups, wealthy financiers, crooked cops, and gangs.
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• What’s going on? Marvin Gaye’s family approves sole documentary

  13-07-2016 22:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Over three decades after iconic soul musician Marvin Gaye was shot dead by his own father, his family has authorized a documentary about the making of his seminal 1971 album What's Going On?
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• Sit on Everything creates boxy furniture that can look like just about anything

  13-07-2016 22:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Furniture never looked so ... real. Or so unlike furniture. For all those times that you've wanted to sit on a stack of Benjamins, a head of broccoli, or a giant slab of marble, all while staying clean and comfortable, this is your chance.
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• Get all your project messaging and communication done with Fleep

  13-07-2016 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Fleep, the Tallinn-based startup created by ex-Skype engineers, is looking to support non-intrusive communication for quicker, more collaborative conversations in order to improve efficiency.
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• Communicate better with Fleep and its efficient messaging system

  13-07-2016 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Fleep, the Tallinn-based startup created by ex-Skype engineers, is looking to support non-intrusive communication for quicker, more collaborative conversations in order to improve efficiency.
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• Pokémon GO surges past Twitter and Facebook, dominating Android downloads, daily use

  13-07-2016 22:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We all know Pokémon GO is huge, but just how big is it? We're beginning to learn, as the hot new mobile game just surged past Twitter and Facebook in a couple of key areas.The post Pokémon GO surges past Twitter and Facebook, dominating Android downloads, daily use appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Double Fine’s dystopian thriller ‘Headlander’ hits PS4, PC this month

  13-07-2016 22:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Adult Swim Games and Psychonauts developer Double Fine have teamed up to produce Headlander, a sci-fi side-scroller launching later this month for the PlayStation 4 and PC platforms.
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• Think your solid state drive is fast? It has nothing on MRAM

  13-07-2016 22:04 via digitaltrends.com
  
  IBM has revealed a breakthrough in the production of MRAM that could lead to much faster, more compact storage. It could change everything from smartphones to servers.The post Think your solid state drive is fast? It has nothing on MRAM appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• The Majesty 155 isn’t just a superyacht, it’s a smart home at sea

  13-07-2016 21:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Majesty 155 Superyacht is one smart boat, thanks to its audio visual system. The giant yacht recently won a CEDIA award for its audio-visual setup, but its smart system also controls the lighting and navigation.The post The Majesty 155 isn’t just a superyacht, it’s a smart home at sea appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Verve Ones Plus Completely Wireless Smart Earbuds Review

  13-07-2016 21:41 via youtube.com
  
  
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• Facebook’s Oregon data center houses almost 2,000 phones for app testing

  13-07-2016 21:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook's latest data center isn't like the others -- instead it's designed specifically for app testing, housing a hefty 2,000 smartphones, many of which are actually somewhat outdated.
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• Newly-developed nanotech sunscreen binds to your skin cells for ultimate protection

  13-07-2016 21:33 via digitaltrends.com
  
  To address people's concerns with sunscreen chemical exposure, Yale University dermatologist Michael Girardi is developing a new type of sunscreen that protects you from the sun while also staying on the surface of the skin.
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• Newly-developed nanotech sunscreen binds to your skin, but doesn't seep in

  13-07-2016 21:33 via digitaltrends.com
  
  To address people's concerns with sunscreen chemical exposure, Yale University dermatologist Michael Girardi is developing a new type of sunscreen that protects you from the sun while also staying on the surface of the skin.
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• To save endangered ferrets, scientists are using drones that shoot M&Ms at prairie dogs

  13-07-2016 21:22 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service program to save endangered black-footed ferrets entails drones, vaccine-laced peanut butter-smeared M&Ms, and prairie dogs. There aren't many of the ferrets left and they need a population of prairie dogs to survive.
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• Bowie bests Adele: ‘Blackstar’ tops list of most-sold vinyl in 2016

  13-07-2016 21:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  David Bowie's final album Blackstar is the top selling vinyl album of the year so far, with nearly 60 thousand units flying from shelves in the first seven months of 2016, more to come.
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• Twitch streams boost game sales, according to internal study

  13-07-2016 21:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Game developers stand to benefit from the recent rise in livestreamed content, as a new study from Twitch data scientist Danny Hernandez finds that Twitch streaming can lead to a significant boost in game sales via Steam.
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• Adobe Lightroom for mobile adds RAW support to iOS, improves camera on Android

  13-07-2016 20:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Adobe just released updates to both flavors of Lightroom for mobile, bringing the iOS app up to version 2.4 and the Android app to 2.1. The bulk of the changes happened with the iOS version, which gains full support for RAW images.
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• Amazing AI-powered robotic potter designs and molds clay pots autonomously

  13-07-2016 20:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A prototype robot is generating its own types of pottery -- thanks to a machine learning algorithm and a creepy “human finger” made out of silicone.
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• Rumor: A slimmer, sleeker HTC Vive is expected to arrive by the end of the year

  13-07-2016 20:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A new Reddit rumor suggests that HTC may be working on an updated Vive sporting only cosmetic changes. Based on a meeting with analysts, Vive strap supplier Taiwan Paiho Ltd is shipping a thinner version within the next few months.
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• Underwater microscope reveals the struggle of bleached coral

  13-07-2016 20:29 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers at Scripps Institution of Oceanography in California have developed an underwater microscope that's changing how scientists observe damaged coral as it fights for its life against algae blooms.The post Underwater microscope reveals the struggle of bleached coral appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• ‘Gears of War 4’ gets a special Loot Crate with full game collection, mini-Lancer rifle

  13-07-2016 20:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Gears of War 4 will likely be the biggest Xbox title of the year, and Loot Crate's new special bundle should help to drum up even more excitement.The set includes all five games in the franchise, a Lancer replica, a hoodie, and more.The post ‘Gears of War 4’ gets a special Loot Crate with full game collection, mini-Lancer rifle appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Samsung’s Gear S2 will soon get a substantial software upgrade

  13-07-2016 20:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung's Gear S2 smartwatch will soon get a big software update. The highlights include a recommended app screen and custom watch faces, plus an updated weather and clock interface and new voice assistance features.
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• ‘Pokémon Go’ is playable on PC, with a catch

  13-07-2016 20:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A Pokémon trainer has figured out a way to play Pokémon Go on the PC using an emulator and a GPS spoofing app, but the method does present some risks.
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• Xbox Live now promotes Xbox One capture-card streams

  13-07-2016 19:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft has introduced capture card support for Twitch streams of Xbox One games, allowing gamers to automatically share their broadcasting status via Xbox Live without relying on the Xbox One Twitch app.
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• With success comes … robberies? 10 side effects of ‘Pokémon Go’s’ popularity

  13-07-2016 19:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Not everything about 'Pokémon Go' is having fun and catching Pokemon. It's leading to some dark, unforeseen consequences for players, too.
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• App developers wanted for Apple’s first reality TV series, ‘Planet of the Apps’

  13-07-2016 19:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple is getting ready to enter television, and with 'Planet of the Apps' it wants to show a hundred developers working on something for their platform. Submissions are open to all legal residents of the U.S.
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• Close to the Metal Episode 3: Falcon Northwest Mach V live review

  13-07-2016 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Falcon Northwest Mach V is one of the most enduring, and most expensive, systems in the PC arena. Is its high price tag worthwhile? And what's the real difference between it and a more typical, mid-range rig?The post Close to the Metal Episode 3: Falcon Northwest Mach V live review appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• BitTorrent News will launch just as the 2016 election kicks into full gear

  13-07-2016 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  After hiring former CNN writer and producer Harrison Bohrman to lead its news team, BitTorrent News has announced it will launch on July 18, just in time to cover the Republican National Convention.
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• New ‘Overwatch’ hero Ana can stop the game’s most powerful attacks

  13-07-2016 19:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Overwatch hero Ana, the game's third sniper and and a versatile support class, can block most heroes' ultimate abilities with her sleep darts. There are a few characters, however, who are just fine snoozing while their abilities go off.The post New ‘Overwatch’ hero Ana can stop the game’s most powerful attacks appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Uber, Relatient team to get you to your doc via Ride to Health program

  13-07-2016 18:59 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Rideshare giant Uber is teaming with Relatient medical patient relationship service to provide convenient transportation to medical appointments. During Ride to Health week, August 22-26, patients will get discounted Uber rides.
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• Google acquires content-sharing startup Kifi to help boost Google Spaces

  13-07-2016 18:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google has bought Kifi, a content sharing startup that builds extensions to "collect, organize, and share" links found in various social apps. Spaces, which made its debut earlier this year, could certainly use a boost.
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• Fiat Chrysler launches first bug bounty program for its vehicle software

  13-07-2016 18:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Fiat Chrysler is inviting ethical hackers and security researchers to its bug bounty program on Bugcrowd to find security flaws and vulnerabilities in its vehicle software, with cash prizes of up to $1,500.
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• 11 common OnePlus 3 problems and how to fix them

  13-07-2016 18:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The OnePlus 3 has only been out for a couple of months, but people are already running into a variety of issues with the new device. Here are 11 of the most common problems people have faced, and potential fixes for them.
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• Sid Meier’s Civilization VI will have a DirectX 12 renderer optimized for AMD's Radeon GPUs

  13-07-2016 18:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  AMD announced a partnership with 2K Games and Firaxis Games that will see a special DirectX 12 renderer for Radeon GPUs injected into Civilization VI for Windows 10, the exclusive host of Microsoft's new gaming API. The game invades this October.
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• Firaxis and AMD announce partnership to implement DirectX 12 renderer in Civilization IV

  13-07-2016 18:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  AMD announced a partnership with 2K Games and Firaxis Games that will see a special DirectX 12 renderer for Radeon GPUs injected into Civilization VI for Windows 10, the exclusive host of Microsoft's new gaming API. The game invades this October.
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• Windows 10 subscriptions really are coming … for Enterprise

  13-07-2016 18:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Windows 10 really is going to be a subscription service. At least, it is for Enterprise users, as part of a bundle that includes Office 365 for $7 a month. It's not likely to come to the consumer space, however, so don't panic.The post Windows 10 subscriptions really are coming … for Enterprise appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Canon updates PRO-1000 printer driver to allow longer prints

  13-07-2016 18:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With the latest firmware, Canon's professional 17-inch printer can now take full advantage of 17x25-inch paper. In addition to allowing longer panoramas, this means standard 16x24-inch prints are finally within reach.
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• ‘Pokémon Go’ begins global expansion in Germany — are Europe and Asia next?

  13-07-2016 18:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The immense popularity of Pokémon Go caused its global rollout to be delayed, but now the game has been released in Germany, prompting speculation that more countries could soon gain access.
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• ‘Unravel’ and ‘Need For Speed’ join the EA Access Vault

  13-07-2016 18:14 via digitaltrends.com
  
  EA Access subscribers now have two new games to play through; this year's highly praised puzzle platformer 'Unravel,' and last year's popular reboot of the Need For Speed franchise.
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• Be the Overseer when ‘Fallout 4: Vault-Tec Workshop’ launches this month

  13-07-2016 18:06 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Fallout 4's vault management DLC, Vault-Tec Workshop, releases in just a few weeks, giving you the opportunity to experiment on dwellers and build your dream vault. One more expansion will launch next month.The post Be the Overseer when ‘Fallout 4: Vault-Tec Workshop’ launches this month appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• The ‘Warcraft’ studio is trying to catch the rights to a live-action Pokemon movie

  13-07-2016 17:59 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The success of the Pokemon Go mobile game has prompted 'Warcraft' studio Legendary Pictures and other movie companies to pursue the rights to make a live-action movie based on Pokemon.
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• Add wireless tethering to your DSLR for a cool $40 — here’s how it’s done

  13-07-2016 17:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  This $40 DIY "hack" adds wireless tethering to Canon or Nikon DSLRs, with full control from Android or iOS devices. It's not as simple as off-the-shelf solutions, but it works incredibly well for the price.
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• Hangouts for Android version 11 removes threaded SMS messaging

  13-07-2016 17:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A new Hangouts release for Android, version 11, removes the ability to merge text messages with Hangouts messages and Google Voice SMS. Google is recommending users install its Messaging app for SMS.The post Hangouts for Android version 11 removes threaded SMS messaging appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Hyundai aims for more thrills with performance-oriented 2017 Elantra Sport

  13-07-2016 17:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport gets a 200-horsepower turbocharged engine and better suspension than the standard Elantra. Will that be enough to get buyers used to the idea of a sporty Hyundai?
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• Abusive chat should drop after ‘World of Warcraft: Legion’ pre-expansion patch

  13-07-2016 17:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Blizzard "only" took 10 years to implement a silencing system for abusive language in World of Warcraft. In its pre-expansion patch for Legion, the developer is getting serious about curbing bad behavior.
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• Uber will deliver free ice cream on demand this Friday

  13-07-2016 17:04 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Even if Uber ride-sharing isn't in your city you might want to check, because for four hours on Friday the 15th you can hail free ice cream on demand with the Uber app.This year will be Uber's fifth annual ice cream day.
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