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• Yahoo is open sourcing its deep learning model to identify pornography

  01-10-2016 23:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On Friday, Yahoo engineers published a blog post announcing the release of the company's "deep learning model that will allow developers to experiment with a classifier for NSFW detection
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• 15 tempting Galaxy Note 7 cases to protect and style your new phone

  01-10-2016 23:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 is your next phone, then you had better think about proper protection. Safeguard those gorgeous glass curves, and find the style that suited for you, with one of these 15 cases.
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• 5 high-tech showerheads that will change the way you bathe

  01-10-2016 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The only thing your shower head must do is provide hot water and decent pressure, but that's not the only thing your shower head can do. These bathroom fixtures are capable of doing everything from playing music to monitoring water consumption.
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• Apple loses its patent battle against VirnetX, faces over $300 million in damages

  01-10-2016 21:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  According to VirnetX, its security technology is being used by Apple in applications like FaceTime without proper permissions. Now, a federal jury in Texas has ordered Apple to pay over $302 million worth of damages.
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• The most effective solutions for Windows printer problems

  01-10-2016 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Is your Windows printer acting up again? We've got the solutions you need for those aggravating printer malfunctions!
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• Is your printer refusing to play nice? These tips for Windows will help clear any jams

  01-10-2016 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Is your Windows printer acting up again? We've got the solutions you need for those aggravating printer malfunctions!
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• Looking for that perfect blue velvet couch? These companies will make it for you

  01-10-2016 20:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Casper will sell you a massage you've never felt, and Interior Define and BenchMade Modern want to do the same with couches. These are pricey purchases, but they do offer more customization than the Casper model.The post Looking for that perfect blue velvet couch? These companies will make it for you appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Custom couch makers want to do for sofas what Casper did for mattresses

  01-10-2016 20:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Casper will sell you a massage you've never felt, and Interior Define and BenchMade Modern want to do the same with couches. These are pricey purchases, but they do offer more customization than the Casper model.The post Custom couch makers want to do for sofas what Casper did for mattresses appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• The U.S. is building a $100 million drone base in Agadez, Niger

  01-10-2016 20:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The fight against terrorism is taking to the skies -- of Africa, that is. On Friday, the U.S. military announced plans to build a $100 million temporary base in Agadez, Niger in West Africa.
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• There’s a new tablet in town — Lenovo rumored to release the Tab3 8 Plus

  01-10-2016 19:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Images of the Lenovo Tab3 8 Plus have now been leaked, and according to reports, the device will feature an 8-inch Full-HD display, 3GB of RAM, and three unique storage combinations with microSD card support.The post There’s a new tablet in town — Lenovo rumored to release the Tab3 8 Plus appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• One of the only nuclear fusion reactors in the U.S. just broke

  01-10-2016 19:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Our nation's "flagship experimental fusion reactor" is no longer working, a problem made all the more frustrating by the fact that scientists just completed a four-year, $94 million upgrade on the machine.
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• After a $94 million upgrade, Princeton’s nuclear fusion reactor breaks down

  01-10-2016 19:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Our nation's "flagship experimental fusion reactor" is no longer working -- a problem made all the more frustrating by the fact that scientists just completed a four-year, $94 million upgrade on the machine.
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• Five shows to stream this week: ‘Transparent’ returns and ‘Luke Cage’ begins

  01-10-2016 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Not sure what to watch this week? Check out our weekly picks for the greatest films and shows streaming now. On the list this week: Amazon's 'Transparent,' Netflix's 'Luke Cage,' and more.
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• Weekend Workshop: Keep on rocking off the grid with a DIY solar Bluetooth speaker

  01-10-2016 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Forget traditional battery-powered radios, after building this week's Weekend Workshop project, we'll have you harnessing the power of the sun to play all your favorite tunes in no time.The post Weekend Workshop: Keep on rocking off the grid with a DIY solar Bluetooth speaker appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Battleborn to go partially free-to-play in the near future

  01-10-2016 18:15
  
  Battleborn, the recently released first-person hero shooter from the developers of Borderlands, mostly scored well among critics, but has been little more than a flop among gamers (thanks in part, no doubt, to the release of Blizzard’s Overwatch). However, developer Gearbox is committed to continuing support for the game, and it appears that a shake-up in how it’s sold is … Continue reading
  
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• Apple threatens its first ban on iMessage prank sticker app

  01-10-2016 17:14
  
  Depending on your point of view (and probably your age bracket), Apple’s introduction of stickers and screen effects to iMessage is either a blessing or a curse. For those who dig stickers, there’s plenty of funny and creative third-party offerings on the App Store. One popular option — the most popular, in fact, sitting at the top of the paid … Continue reading
  
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• How to update your Kindle and Kindle Fire HD devices

  01-10-2016 16:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Kindle, Kindle Fire HD, and other Amazon tablets receive updates from Amazon to keep them relevant and as secure as possible. Here's how you can keep them up to date, and fix them if something goes wrong.
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• GLM G4 is Japan’s Tesla-rivaling EV sports car

  01-10-2016 16:00
  
  The 2016 Paris Motor Show is currently underway, and so far we’ve seen several of the futuristic, high-tech EV concepts from car makers like Volkswagen and Mercedes, not to mention standard model announcements from the likes of Honda and Audi. But there’s also some unexpected surprises, like the GLM G4 concept, a 500-plus horsepower sports sedan with an electric platform … Continue reading
  
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• This $115 Raspberry Pi 3 bundle has everything you need to start your DIY journey

  01-10-2016 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Raspberry Pi 3 is one of the most powerful computing boards ever built. Now you can get a jump start on your DIY with this time- and money-saving bundle, which includes both the Raspberry Pi board and a 7-inch LCD.
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• Here’s all the new music coming out in October 2016

  01-10-2016 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We've put together a list of the wide array of upcoming albums for the month of October, so you don't have to scour streaming services or radio shows to know what the freshest new tracks are. Find it all right here.
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• Twitch goes ad-free for Amazon Prime members, dropping subscription tier

  01-10-2016 15:00
  
  At this weekend’s Twitch Con 2016 in San Diego, the Amazon-owned video game live-streaming service announced that it was replacing its premium subscription plan in favor of a closer relationship with Amazon‘s Prime service. Now, instead of paying $9/month for the ad-free Twitch Turbo, Amazon Prime subscribers will automatically get the ad-free Twitch experience, in addition to deals on games … Continue reading
  
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• LG’s new Tone Active wireless earbuds can still be hung around your neck

  01-10-2016 14:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Looking for a pair of wireless earbuds that aren't going to fall into the drain if dropped? LG has you covered with the new Tone Active earbuds -- that's if you can get past the stares you may encounter while wearing them.
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• LG's new Tone Active earbuds put function before fashion

  01-10-2016 14:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Looking for a pair of wireless earbuds that aren't going to fall into the drain if dropped? LG has you covered with the new Tone Active earbuds -- that's if you can get past the stares you may encounter while wearing them.
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• Spy kit essentials: LIFX's infrared-emitting smart bulb lets security cameras see better

  01-10-2016 14:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Smart bulb purveyor LIFX unveiled its new infrared-emitting smart bulb geared toward helping security cameras achieve a better field of view at night. An individual bulb costs $80 via the company's website.
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• LIFX’s infrared-emitting smart bulb promises to light up the night for security cameras

  01-10-2016 14:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Smart bulb purveyor LIFX unveiled its new infrared-emitting smart bulb geared toward helping security cameras achieve a better field of view at night. An individual bulb costs $80 via the company's website.
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• Apple must pay $302M to VirnetX after losing FaceTime patent retrial

  01-10-2016 14:00
  
  After roughly six years of courtroom battles, a federal jury in Texas ruled that Apple had in fact infringed on patents held by VirnetX, a non-practicing entity, and ordered the Cupertino company to pay $302.4 million in damages. While Apple’s ongoing struggles with VirnetX began in 2010, this latest retrial ruled that the company’s FaceTime platform used the latter’s patented … Continue reading
  
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• MTV made music videos cool. Technology will make them epic

  01-10-2016 12:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Music videos are never going to look the same again with artists making them interactive, putting them in virtual reality and social media. Digital Trends explored the future of music videos with directors and content creators pushing those boundaries.
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• It’s finally over for live-streaming app Meerkat

  01-10-2016 08:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Remember Meerkat? The live-streaming smartphone app caused quite a stir when it launched early last year. Trouble is, Twitter-backed Periscope and Facebook Live ended up stealing the show, destroying Meerkat's hopes of longevity.
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• Facebook still obsessed with Snapchat, tests its own stories feature for Messenger

  01-10-2016 06:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook is currently testing a Messenger update that includes a new feature entitled Messenger Day. Like Instagram, Facebook has copied Snapchat’s pioneering Stories feature without so much as a hint of originality.
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• Facebook copies Snapchat stories for Messenger Day test update

  01-10-2016 06:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook is currently testing a Messenger update that includes a new feature entitled Messenger Day. Like Instagram, Facebook has copied Snapchat’s pioneering stories feature without so much as a hint of originality.
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• Weekly Rewind: 3D-printed bones, an AI alliance, Blue Origin’s suicide mission

  01-10-2016 02:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. So much news goes on that it's almost impossible for mere mortals with real lives to keep track of everything. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of the top 10 tech stories from this week.
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• U.K. sperm bank introduces a mobile app — and everything goes swimmingly

  01-10-2016 02:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The largest sperm bank in the U.K. has released a mobile app to help prospective parents find the donor match they're seeking. The London Sperm Bank is the only service endorsed by the U.K.'s Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority.
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• Looking for an appropriate sperm donor? Sure, there's an app for that

  01-10-2016 02:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The largest sperm bank in the U.K. has released a mobile app to help prospective parents find the donor match they're seeking. The London Sperm Bank is the only service endorsed by the U.K.'s Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority.
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• Microsoft’s Phil Spencer teases the pricing window of 2017’s Project Scorpio

  01-10-2016 01:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In a recent interview, Microsoft's Phil Spencer talks about the pricing window for the next-generation "Project Scorpio" Xbox console slated for the 2017 holidays. He doesn't provide any hard figures, but compares Scorpio to the Xbox One S.
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• Cybathlon, the world’s first ‘bionic Olympics, merges tech, disabled athletes

  01-10-2016 00:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Are you ready for next week's Cybathlon, the world’s first ever international sporting competition in which disabled athletes compete using bionic assistive technology? It sounds seriously awesome.
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• Cybathlon event will push assistive technology, disabled athletes to their limits

  01-10-2016 00:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Are you ready for next week's Cybathlon, the world’s first ever international sporting competition in which disabled athletes compete using bionic assistive technology? It sounds seriously awesome.
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• ‘Westworld’ tackles the morality of technology, explains star Jeffrey Wright

  01-10-2016 00:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Jeffrey Wright plays a programmer behind the futuristic theme park/world of the epic HBO sci-fi western, Westworld. In this exclusive interview, we learn about the questions the provocative series evokes, and the moral dilemmas it raises in a world already confronting VR and AI.The post ‘Westworld’ tackles the morality of technology, explains star Jeffrey Wright appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• The only thing ‘Luke Cage’ lacks is a villain big enough for a fair fight

  01-10-2016 00:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The first season of Marvel's Luke Cage series on Netflix goes in new directions, but ends up in a good place.
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• LG V20 review

  01-10-2016 00:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The LG V20 combines the photographic talent of the V10 and the G5 into one phone, but is this enough for it to be 2016’s winner for LG? We’ve been using the new phone to find out.
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• SwiftKey’s neural network keyboard adds three new languages

  01-10-2016 00:14
  
  SwiftKey is shaking up the way its keyboard works, and it involves neural networks. This is a first for keyboards, according to the company, and it better enables it to understand what a person is trying to type. The SwiftKey language engine was remade from the ground up, and unlike before, it can now better predict the rest of your … Continue reading
  
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