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• Indie puzzler ‘Metrico+’ set to expand its horizons, launch across platforms

  30-07-2016 23:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Metrico+, the follow-up to critically acclaimed indie puzzle-platform game for the PlayStation Vita, will launch on multiple platforms on August 23, according to Dutch developer Digital Dreams.
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• SpaceX will return to the ISS with a NASA astronaut crew in tow

  30-07-2016 23:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  NASA is slowly but surely declaring its independence from Russia when it comes to shuttling astronauts to the International Space Station. On Friday, the agency noted that it had ordered a second SpaceX crew mission to the ISS.
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• NASA turns to SpaceX once again for its latest crew mission to ISS

  30-07-2016 23:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  NASA is slowly but surely declaring its independence from Russia when it comes to shuttling astronauts to the International Space Station. On Friday, the agency noted that it had ordered a second SpaceX crew mission to the ISS.
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• SwiftKey leak sends users’ email addresses, phone numbers to strangers

  30-07-2016 22:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It's supposed to be predicting the next word or now, emoji, that you want to use, but SwiftKey is in trouble after users discovered that bad suggestions were actually the result of a data leak.
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• WhatsApp with that? Research suggests app might not fully delete chat logs

  30-07-2016 22:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A digital forensics expert published research findings this week that suggest the more than 1 billion active users of WhatsApp might not actually be deleting their data when they tap the “clear all chats” button.
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• WhatsApp users might leave traces of personal data after clearing chat logs

  30-07-2016 22:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A digital forensics expert published research findings this week that suggest the more than 1 billion active users of WhatsApp might not actually be deleting their data when they tap the “clear all chats” button.
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• You can be extra pick about who gets to drive your Tesla, Elon Musk says

  30-07-2016 22:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Your Tesla will probably become your most prized possession (once you finally have it), so it's no wonder that you'll want to be extra picky about who you allow behind the wheel. That selection process is built into the Tesla app.
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• Not just anyone can drive your Tesla, Elon Musk says — you get to decide

  30-07-2016 22:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Your Tesla will probably become your most prized possession (once you finally have it), so it's no wonder that you'll want to be extra picky about who you allow behind the wheel. That selection process is built into the Tesla app.
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• Weekend Workshop: How to build a DIY wooden gramophone for your iPhone 6S

  30-07-2016 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With summer in full swing, nothing says backyard BBQ quite like a proper smartphone speaker. To make you the envy of your neighborhood, here's how to build your own gramophone-style wooden iPhone 6S speaker.
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• Russia eyed in latest Democrat hack, this time targeting Clinton campaign

  30-07-2016 22:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  There's more bad news for the Democrats' tech team as yet another cyberattack was discovered -- this time, involving the computer network used by Hillary Clinton. Russia is believed to be involved.The post Russia eyed in latest Democrat hack, this time targeting Clinton campaign appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• FBI, DOJ eyeing Russian operatives in Clinton campaign cyberattack

  30-07-2016 22:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  There's more bad news for the Democrats' tech team as yet another cyberattack was discovered -- this time, involving the computer network used by Hillary Clinton. Russia is believed to be involved.The post FBI, DOJ eyeing Russian operatives in Clinton campaign cyberattack appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• PawsCam is like a GoPro for your pet that wirelessly uploads video to the cloud

  30-07-2016 21:53 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Ever wondered what your dog or cat is up to during the day? PawsCam will help you get an answer -- it's basically a wearable action cam for your pet
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• PawsCam is basically a wearable GoPro for your pet that wirelessly uploads video to the cloud

  30-07-2016 21:53 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Ever wondered what your dog or cat is up to during the day? PawsCam will help you get an answer -- it's basically a wearable action cam for your pet
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• Dead pixel have you down? These tricks might revive it

  30-07-2016 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Dead pixel got you down? We don't blame you. Check out our guide on how to fix a dead or stuck pixel and save yourself that costly screen replacement, or an unwanted trip to your local repair shop.
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• Live like Bilbo Baggins in this opulent, Hobbit-style English home

  30-07-2016 20:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A Hobbit-style home reminiscent of the ones featured in J.R.R. Tolkien's wondrous Lord of the Rings franchise just hit the market in England. It's full of small round doors, a gorgeous heated pool, and a cozy fireplace room.
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• How To Get A Crazy Sharp Kitchen Knife

  30-07-2016 19:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Why would anyone cook with a dull knife? Sharpening a knife may sound like a daunting task, but it's actually relatively simple if you have the right tools. Here's how to do so, whether you plan to merely hone your knife or sharpen it using a whetstone.
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• Don’t be dull: How to sharpen a kitchen knife

  30-07-2016 19:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Why would anyone cook with a dull knife? Sharpening a knife may sound like a daunting task, but it's actually relatively simple if you have the right tools. Here's how to do so, whether you plan to merely hone your knife or sharpen it using a whetstone.
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• Want Android? The Holofone Phablet has it. Want Windows 10? It has that too

  30-07-2016 19:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Akyumen Holofone Phablet is no ordinary gigantic phone -- it can boot into two operating systems and features a projector. The massive device is currently available for pre-order.
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• The Holofone Phablet is a dual-booting beast that doubles as a projector

  30-07-2016 19:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Akyumen Holofone Phablet is no ordinary gigantic phone -- it can boot into two operating systems and features a projector. The massive device is currently available for pre-order.
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• 5 songs you need to stream this week: Father John Misty, Nas, Erykah Badu and more

  30-07-2016 19:15 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: Father John Misty, Nas, Erykah Badu, and more.
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• Want a living room straight out of Pinterest? These sites do the designing for you

  30-07-2016 19:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Hiring an interior designer can quickly get expensive, but there are sites that can help you find furniture and pick a color scheme for a flat fee. We found six sites and apps that pair you with the appropriate designer.The post Want a living room straight out of Pinterest? These sites do the designing for you appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Grand designs for a flat fee: These six sites will help you decorate your home

  30-07-2016 19:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Hiring an interior designer can quickly get expensive, but there are sites that can help you find furniture and pick a color scheme for a flat fee. We found six sites and apps that pair you with the appropriate designer.The post Grand designs for a flat fee: These six sites will help you decorate your home appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Mercedes pulls E-class commercial over misleading ‘self-driving’ claims

  30-07-2016 19:00
  
  It looks like the growing concerns over car makers' claims of autonomous driving features, such as the recent issue of Tesla and its use of the word "Autopilot," are starting to be felt by Mercedes-Benz. The company has discontinued a TV commercial for the new 2017 E-class sedan following criticism that the ad could mislead people into thinking it's fully … Continue reading
  
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• These 10 Oculus Rift games are the best way to experience virtual reality

  30-07-2016 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Jumping into virtual reality for the first time with the Oculus Rift? We've rounded up a few of our favorite titles -- whether you're into platforming, puzzles, or virtual dogfights -- available through the Oculus Store.
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• Space Standoff: The next Cold War is already playing out right above our heads

  30-07-2016 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A standoff has been looming for last decade as Russia, the U.S., and China each struggle for dominance in space. But the next generation of weaponized military satellites is already in orbit.
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• Learn how to automate the world around you with our beginner’s guide to IFTTT

  30-07-2016 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Trying to figure out what IFTTT is and how to properly use it to your advantage? Here's why you should give the service a shot, and a few suggestions for doing so. Automation has never been easier.
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• Introduce some mystery into date night: Let GoEat pick the restaurant for you

  30-07-2016 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A new app called GoEat uses Foursquare, Uber, and Apple Maps to find users a top-rated restaurant, but doesn't reveal the destination until they've arrived. If you're willing to play Russian Roulette with your stomach, get ready for fun.
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• If this, then that: A beginner's guide to the wonderful world of IFTTT

  30-07-2016 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Trying to figure out what IFTTT is and how to properly use it to your advantage? Here's why you should give the service a shot, and a few suggestions for doing so. Automation has never been easier.
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• Have an Oculus Rift, but not sure what to play on it? Start here

  30-07-2016 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Jumping into virtual reality for the first time with the Oculus Rift? We've rounded up a few of our favorite titles -- whether you're into platforming, puzzles, or virtual dogfights -- available through the Oculus Store.
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• GoEat sends you on a blind date … with a restaurant instead of a person

  30-07-2016 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A new app called GoEat uses Foursquare, Uber, and Apple Maps to find users a top-rated restaurant, but doesn't reveal the destination until they've arrived. If you're willing to play Russian Roulette with your stomach, get ready for fun.
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• Disney Infinity servers close in March 2017, PC & mobile versions unplayable in September

  30-07-2016 18:00
  
  Back in May, Disney announced that it was ending production of its expansive Disney Infinity game series as it exited game publishing entirely. Now the company has detailed the shut down process for the game's online services, and simply put, it's a bit messy. Disney Infinity was released on so many different platforms, with several ways to buy it on … Continue reading
  
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• All the best new iOS and Android apps you need to download

  30-07-2016 18:00
  
  It's the end of July 2016. It's too hot to go outside because our planet is melting, a reality TV star is statistically likely to become the most powerful man in the world, and your best friend has become a zombie slave to a Pokemon game. But never fear, because there's a whole host of fantastic new iOS and Android apps for you to download. We've rounded up some of the best brand-new apps you should go get on your device right now. DON'T MISS:  Hillary’s economic advisor just describe
  
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• Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity War movie will no longer be two parts

  30-07-2016 17:00
  
  Fans of the Avengers movies and Marvel's "Cinematic Universe" as a whole have been eagerly waiting for the Infinity War story arc to come to the big screen. And that's been the plan since at least 2014, when Marvel Studios revealed its release schedule for the next few years included Avengers: Infinity War Part 1 in 2018 and Part 2 … Continue reading
  
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• These 10 games are so good, you'd never know they're from Kickstarter

  30-07-2016 16:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Though they may not have featured the massive size and scope of today's blockbuster titles, the polish and thoughtful design of these Kickstarter-funded games matched even the most well-funded projects.
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• The top 10 Kickstarter-funded video games of all time

  30-07-2016 16:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Though they may not have featured the massive size and scope of today's blockbuster titles, the polish and thoughtful design of these Kickstarter-funded games matched even the most well-funded projects.
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• Meet Danger Drone – a flying computer designed to hack into all your unprotected devices

  30-07-2016 16:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Security company Bishop Fox has created a flying hacker's laptop called Danger Drone. Built around a Raspberry Pi, it can access networks and short-range signals normally out of reach.
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• Danger Drone is a flying hacker’s laptop, but it’s here to help

  30-07-2016 16:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Security company Bishop Fox has created a flying hacker's laptop called Danger Drone. Built around a Raspberry Pi, it can access networks and short-range signals normally out of reach.
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• Electric Corvette breaks EV land speed record — again

  30-07-2016 16:00
  
  Earlier this year, automotive startup Genovation set a world record for the fastest street-legal electric car with its GXE, a modified 2006 Z06 Corvette with an all-electric motor. Now, less than six months later, Genovation has broken their own record using the same 600-plus horsepower and 570 lb-ft of torque Corvette. Their first land speed record was an impressive 186.8 … Continue reading
  
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• How to update your Gmail mugshot in a few easy steps

  30-07-2016 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Switching up the photo associated with your Gmail account is often necessary, especially if you just received a makeover. Here's how to quickly swap it for another, along with directions for changing your Google Plus photo.
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• Reuters to produce VR news content with Samsung Gear 360 cameras

  30-07-2016 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Reuters has announced a partnership with Samsung to bring VR and 360-degree content to all of its news platforms. Called Focus 360, the partnership is already well underway, with the first content scheduled to arrive in early August.
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• New Doom DLC multiplayer maps can be played for free

  30-07-2016 15:00
  
  Earlier this week, developer Id Software announced a pair of updates for the recently released Doom. The first, which is available now, is a free download that introduces two new multiplayer modes and several new customizations for the SnapMap mode, where players can create their own maps and game types. The second update, "Unto the Evil," however, is the first … Continue reading
  
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• Immersive, 360-degree news is coming to a VR headset near you

  30-07-2016 15:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Reuters has announced a partnership with Samsung to bring VR and 360-degree content to all of its news platforms. Called Focus 360, the partnership is already well underway, with the first content scheduled to arrive in early August.
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• Uber and Didi cleared to fight it out in China

  30-07-2016 14:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Even though Uber and Didi have been butting heads in China, the two ride-sharing services look to do so in a legal manner, if reported new rules are to be believed. The rules will reportedly go in effect in November.
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• 7 best Micro USB cables to keep your gadgets powered

  30-07-2016 14:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A Micro USB cable is a mainstay for any Android user looking to charge their device. Check out our favorite models, whether you want something reliable, tough, feature-packed, or simple, we’ve got you covered.The post 7 best Micro USB cables to keep your gadgets powered appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Apple Lightning EarPods shown in action in new video leak

  30-07-2016 14:00
  
  Alongside the growing speculation that the upcoming iPhone 7 will ditch the standard headphone jack are rumors that the device will be paired with a new type of Apple's EarPod headphones that use a Lightning connector. We've already seen various photos of different quality claiming to show the new accessory, but now a video has surfaced with footage of the … Continue reading
  
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• AT&T goes on a second journey with the Trek 2 HD

  30-07-2016 13:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  AT&T announced the Trek 2 HD, the sequel to the carrier's Trek HD tablet released last year. The Trek 2 HD will be available on August 5 by either paying monthly installments, buying it outright, or opting into a two-year contract.
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• AT&T boldly goes where affordable tablets have gone before

  30-07-2016 13:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  AT&T announced the Trek 2 HD, the sequel to the carrier's Trek HD tablet released last year. The Trek 2 HD will be available on August 5 by either paying monthly installments, buying it outright, or opting into a two-year contract.
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• Geeky Gadgets Deals Of The Week, 30th July 2016 - Geeky Gadgets

  30-07-2016 13:12 via geeky-gadgets.com
  
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  We have had some excellent deals in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store this week so it is time for our weekly round up of the most popular ones. Some of the popular deals this week have included the virtual training company, complete front end coding bundle ...
  
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• How a Visionary music label used free music and YouTube to mint stars

  30-07-2016 12:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We sat down with Visionary Music Group CEO Chris Zarou in an exclusive interview about how he leveraged free music and YouTube to launch the successful careers of hip-hop superstar, Logic and pop up-and-comer, Jon Bellion.
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• Gadgets and geeky fun set Chemistry Club apart - Reverb (blog)

  30-07-2016 10:22 via heyreverb.com
  
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  Chemistry Club belted their songs for the night out on a glowing blue mic. It's unclear if the mic had special voice-warping powers but it certainly fit the quirky indie pop rock band's personality. At one point, robot voice imitations went on for five ...
  
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