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• Bitcoin is back over $1,000 as value climbs

  02-01-2017 23:21
  Bitcoin’s value is slowing climbing, and has exceeded the $1,000/ea valuation for the first time in about three years. The so-called cryptocurrency saw its value peak — and then crash — in 2014, and though the price has been relatively stable since, the yearly trend shows its value climbing. The currency is largely used for online purchases in which anonymity … Continue reading
  
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• AMD is set to debut its Vega graphics platform at CES

  02-01-2017 22:29 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It has been months since we had the first hint of the potential powerhouse that is AMD's upcoming Vega architecture and it's finally, almost here. At CES, we will get our first look at the Vega architecture.
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• Topps, maker of sports cards, discloses data breach

  02-01-2017 22:23
  The company behind many sports and other trading cards, Topps, has disclosed a data breach. According to a notice sent to Topps customers, the company became aware of the breach in mid-October 2016, something that triggered an investigation revealing that ‘one or more intruders’ possibly stole some customer data. That data could include credit and debit card numbers, names, email … Continue reading
  
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• Lenses in future smartphones could be over 80 times thinner than human hair

  02-01-2017 22:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers at Caltech and Samsung recently developed a silicon lens that's only about 1,200 nanometers tall -- tech that could be used to make some seriously tiny cameras in future smartphones.
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• With a drone and a mattress, a photographer is helping Tennessee town rebuild after fire

  02-01-2017 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Photographer Jeremy Cowart will be the first to admit the idea was a weird one, but with a mattress and a drone, the celebrity photographer is helping nearly two dozen Gatlinburg, Tennessee, families raise funds to rebuild after a major fire.
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• Tango capable ZenFone AR leaked ahead of CES reveal in Qualcomm slip up

  02-01-2017 22:15
  CES is an exciting time, but sometimes companies get a little too excited and spill the beans on a new product before it’s ready. Such is the case with the ASUS ZenFone AR, which was “leaked” in a sense by a Qualcomm blog post. The ZenFone AR will be the second Google Tango phone to hit the scene, following on … Continue reading
  
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• The Google Tango-enabled Asus Zenfone AR was accidently leaked by Qualcomm

  02-01-2017 22:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Qualcomm published a blog post detailing the upcoming Asus Zenfone AR a few days before the device was scheduled to be unveiled. The device is not only Tango-enabled, it also supports Google Daydream.
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• Google Tango-enabled Asus Zenfone AR accidently leaked by Qualcomm

  02-01-2017 22:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Qualcomm published a blog post detailing the upcoming Asus Zenfone AR a few days before the device was scheduled to be unveiled. The device is not only Tango-enabled, it also supports Google Daydream.
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• It’s time this car safety tech was standard

  02-01-2017 21:57
  Some car technology is frivolous or pure luxury; other added-extras are a matter of personal taste. If you want leather seats, or a 1,300W audio system, or autonomous parking, you probably should pay extra for it. Even some safety technology, like adaptive cruise control or active lane-keeping assistance, falls into the convenience category more than a must-have essential. I think, … Continue reading
  
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• Researchers: bad ‘magic mushroom’ trips may still be beneficial

  02-01-2017 21:35
  So-called magic mushrooms are the source of renewed scientific interest in psilocybin, particularly the beneficial effects the chemical may have on helping terminal cancer patients accept impending death, among other things. Researchers recently published the results of a large survey they conducted with magic mushroom consumers, one in which they specifically looked for details about bad trips and their lasting … Continue reading
  
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• NYC’s taxi fleet could be replaced by 3,000 ridesharing vehicles, MIT study says

  02-01-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  New York City’s entire taxi fleet -- nearly 13,250 vehicles -- could be replaced by just 3,000 ride sharing cars if these services were used to capacity, according to a new study from MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory.
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• MIT study: NYC’s taxi fleet could be replaced by 3,000 ridesharing vehicles

  02-01-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  New York City’s entire taxi fleet -- nearly 13,250 vehicles -- could be replaced by just 3,000 ride sharing cars if these services were used to capacity, according to a new study from MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory.
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• LG announces Super UHD LCD TV line with Nano Cell technology

  02-01-2017 21:15
  LG wants to become the king of the LCD TV hill, announcing today a new line of Super UHD LCD TVs. There are three 4K TVs in this new line – SJ9500, SJ8500 and SJ8000 – and all of them use LG’s Nano Cell technology. Nano Cell works in tandem with other features like HDR to provide the best picture … Continue reading
  
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• WhatsApp drops support for some phones, but gives BlackBerry an extension

  02-01-2017 20:50
  WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps available, and so there are likely going to be some users disappointed today: the app is dropping support for older phone platforms. This isn’t a surprise, as the company gave a fair warning in the recent past that this day was coming. It’s not all bad news, though — WhatsApp has … Continue reading
  
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• From desert to ocean: ‘Aquaman’ recruits ‘Mad Max: Fury Road’ stunt team

  02-01-2017 20:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Part of the stunt team from Mad Max: Fury Road has been hired for Warner Bros. Pictures' upcoming superhero film Aquaman, featuring Game of Thrones actor Jason Momoa as the title character.
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• From desert to ocean: 'Aquaman' gets the 'Mad Max: Fury Road' stunt team

  02-01-2017 20:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Part of the stunt team from Mad Max: Fury Road has been hired for Warner Bros. Pictures' upcoming superhero film Aquaman, featuring Game of Thrones actor Jason Momoa as the title character.
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• Facebook celebrates 2016 by showing off its best hackathon-developed products

  02-01-2017 20:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook is celebrating 2016 by showing off some of its favorite hackathon-developed products, including a richer Safety Check, Account Kit instant verification, and "adaptive attachments."
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• Steam reveals its top 100 best-selling games of 2016

  02-01-2017 19:57
  With today marking the end of the Steam winter sale, we’re getting a look into which games made the most cash in 2016. Steam has delivered a list of its 100 top sellers, and you might be surprised by a few that topped the ranking. Keep in mind that these 100 games are the highest-grossing games of the year, so … Continue reading
  
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• LG is ready to make the future more colorful with its Super UHD TVs at CES 2017

  02-01-2017 19:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  LG is debuting its SJ9500 Super UHD TV at CES 2017. It uses Nano Dot technology to provide what the company says is its best 4K LCD picture quality ever, complete with Dolby Vision and HDR10.
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• LG aims to deliver its best 4K LCD picture ever with its SJ9500 Super UHD TV

  02-01-2017 19:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  LG is debuting its SJ9500 Super UHD TV at CES 2017. It uses Nano Dot technology to provide what the company says is its best 4K LCD picture quality ever, complete with Dolby Vision and HDR10.
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• Here’s how ‘Stranger Things’ brought the Demogorgon to life

  02-01-2017 18:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The studio that brought the terrifying Demogorgon creature to life in the supernatural Netflix series Stranger Things has posted a series of photos and a behind-the-scenes video depicting the monster's creation.
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• Behind-the-scenes look at 'Stranger Things' monster is the stuff of nightmares

  02-01-2017 18:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The studio that brought the terrifying Demogorgon creature to life in the supernatural Netflix series Stranger Things has posted a series of photos and a behind-the-scenes video depicting the monster's creation.
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• Behind-the-scenes look at ‘Stranger Things’ monster is stuff of nightmares

  02-01-2017 18:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The studio that brought the terrifying Demogorgon creature to life in the supernatural Netflix series Stranger Things has posted a series of photos and a behind-the-scenes video depicting the monster's creation.
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• Fiat Chrysler and Google team up to integrate Android Nougat with Uconnect

  02-01-2017 18:35
  Fiat Chrysler and Google are showing us the next step for Android in automobiles today. What began with a infotainment-centered version of Android has evolved into full-blown Android Nougat integration with one of FCA’s cars. FCA and Google will be demonstrating this new integration this week at CES 2017. The demonstration is hands-on as well, so if you find yourself … Continue reading
  
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• $10 is all it takes to upgrade any HDTV or monitor with bias lighting

  02-01-2017 18:34
  
  It's pretty crazy how you can spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars on an HDTV, and then a simple $10 gadget can plug into the back and make the viewing experience so much better. But that's exactly what happens when you finally come around and realize how great bias lighting kits are. These little light strips plug into a USB port on the back of your TV (or PC monitor) and cast a glow on the wall behind your set, turning on and off automatically with your screen. The result is a far
  
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• Would FCA sell its iconic Alfa Romeo and Maserati brands?

  02-01-2017 18:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Alfa Romeo and Maserati could be sold by parent Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) to help pay debts, a new report says. FCA's efforts to expand both brands would go to waste if they were sold.
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• Would FCA consider selling its storied Alfa Romeo and Maserati brands?

  02-01-2017 18:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Alfa Romeo and Maserati could be sold by parent Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) to help pay debts, a new report says. FCA's efforts to expand both brands would go to waste if they were sold.
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• From 'John Wick' to 'Episode VIII,' here are the 12 movies we're most excited about in 2017

  02-01-2017 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  From 'John Wick: Chapter 2' and 'Logan' to 'God Particle' and 'Star Wars: Episode VIII,' here are the 12 movies covering a wide spectrum of genres we're most excited about heading into 2017The post From 'John Wick' to 'Episode VIII,' here are the 12 movies we're most excited about in 2017 appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• From ‘Blade Runner 2049’ to ‘Logan,’ 2017 has plenty of films to get excited for

  02-01-2017 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  From 'John Wick: Chapter 2' and 'Logan' to 'God Particle' and 'Star Wars: Episode VIII,' here are the 12 movies covering a wide spectrum of genres we're most excited about heading into 2017The post From ‘Blade Runner 2049’ to ‘Logan,’ 2017 has plenty of films to get excited for appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Dell makes its XPS 13 2-in-1 convertible notebook official

  02-01-2017 17:29
  Well that didn’t take long: Dell has officially confirmed its next XPS 13 notebook. The machine was leaked over the weekend, with rumors pointing toward a 2-in-1 convertible design that allows users to transition between a tablet mode and a more traditional notebook format. Just as those rumors foretold, Dell has revealed a 2-in-1 design for the next XPS 13. … Continue reading
  
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• Christmas In Valencia Spain

  02-01-2017 17:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Is it over yet? Christmas in Valencia feels so long. The starting of the peak Christmas days is probably December 22nd of each year, the drawing day of the El Gordo. The largest lottery in the world which is also the lottery with the best odds to win a big price. Well, we weren’t lucky yet again.
  Christmas eve now is turning slowly into the main gift giving day. Traditionally gifts are being exchanged on January 6th brought by the 3 Kings. But then kids barely have any time to play with th
  
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• Nissan may import its European-market Qashqai SUV to the U.S.

  02-01-2017 16:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Nissan Qashqai crossover is a popular model in Europe, but it may also make its way to the U.S., slotting beneath the Rogue in Nissan's lineup. The Qashqai may appear at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show.
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• Dell may have just unveiled the hottest new edgeless laptop of CES 2017

  02-01-2017 16:48
  
  Ahh, the Consumer Electronics Show. Nothing gets tech bloggers' blood boiling like CES, which takes place each year just after New Year's. Of course gadget fans still need to know about the latest and greatest gear set to debut over the course of the year, and CES is where the world gets its first look at many of the top products that will debut through the year. CES 2017 doesn't officially begin until January 5th, but announcements have already started to roll out of Las Vegas this week. And on
  
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• Galaxy A 2017 series revealed with three water resistant phones

  02-01-2017 16:17
  Following quite a few different leaks, Samsung has officially announced its Galaxy A phones for 2017. This fresh batch of phones includes three models: the A7, A5, and A3. They’re getting announcements before an event later this week, where Samsung will likely reveal some key details such as pricing and launch dates. Though those important tidbits of information were missing … Continue reading
  
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• Wolverton: New gadgets only part of CES's success story - The Mercury News

  02-01-2017 15:23
  
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  But the annual consumer electronics show has become much more than a showcase for gadgets. It's the tech industry's premier networking event. And those interactions, which I'll be reporting on beginning Tuesday, will shape how technology evolves — and ...
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• Want to divvy up your MacBook’s limited screen space? Here’s how to do it

  02-01-2017 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The latest iterations of MacOS offer a native Split View feature that can automatically divide screen space between two applications. Using it is simple, even if it's not the most obvious feature in Apple's toolset.
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• The best apps every Windows Phone user should have

  02-01-2017 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Android and iOS may be the most prominent smartphone platforms, but they're not the only two available. Here are some of our favorite apps for Windows Phone, from must-haves like Facebook Messenger to several lesser-known bits of software.
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• Need to multi-task on your Mac? Here's how to activate split view

  02-01-2017 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The latest iterations of MacOS offer a native Split View feature that can automatically divide screen space between two applications. Using it is simple, even if it's not the most obvious feature in Apple's toolset.
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• Dell’s XPS 13 2-in-1 finally lets you turn the best laptop into a tablet

  02-01-2017 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Dell is jumping into the Windows 10 2-in-1 market with both feet, transforming the XPS 13 Ultrabook into the "world's smallest" 13-inch 2-in-1.
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• Dell’s Ultrathin 27 monitor supersizes the XPS 13’s InfinityEdge display technology

  02-01-2017 15:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Dell's S2718D goes big on the InfinityEdge technology used by the XPS 13. The result is a massive monitor with nearly invisible bezels. The 1440p display also supports HDR.The post Dell’s Ultrathin 27 monitor supersizes the XPS 13’s InfinityEdge display technology appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• TrackR pixel and wallet 2.0 shrink tracking devices for CES 2017

  02-01-2017 15:00
  Location tag company TrackR has outed its latest, smallest, and most affordable trackers yet, the TrackR pixel and TrackR wallet 2.0. Revealed ahead of CES 2017 this week, the two new gadgets each use Bluetooth to link to a nearby smartphone. If you walk away from your keys, or can’t find your TV remote, or have lost your wallet between … Continue reading
  
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• From a singel camera to full indoor/outdoor systems, Blink covers home security

  02-01-2017 14:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Blink is expanding its smart home security and HD video monitoring system with new security device,s plus two levels of paid security monitoring service. With available third-party monitoring, Blink's offerings cover a wide range of homeowner needs.The post From a singel camera to full indoor/outdoor systems, Blink covers home security appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• Blink unveils expanded suite of smart home security devices and services

  02-01-2017 14:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Blink is expanding its smart home security and HD video monitoring system with new security device,s plus two levels of paid security monitoring service. With available third-party monitoring, Blink's offerings cover a wide range of homeowner needs.The post Blink unveils expanded suite of smart home security devices and services appeared first on Digital Trends.
  
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• PS4 2017 exclusives revealed, excludes Detroit, Dreams

  02-01-2017 14:00
  The holiday season might be over, but, for gamers, that really only means that the sales are done. The new year also heralds the arrival of new titles that have once been teased and will soon become real. That is practically Sony’s message when it gave an appetizer of a video showing off the PlayStation 4 exclusives that fans can … Continue reading
  
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• Samsung Smart TVs to get Chromecast-like powers

  02-01-2017 13:15
  TVs have changed a great deal in just the last few years or so. And we’re not just referring to curved screens or quantum dot buzzwords. TVs, especially the smart ones, have become capable of sourcing content from a wide variety of sources, including from our smartphones. Or in this case, through our smartphones. That seems to be the path … Continue reading
  
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• Google and Fiat-Chrysler team up to stuff Nougat into your car’s dashboard

  02-01-2017 13:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles has joined forces with Google to design an Android-powered version of the award-winning Uconnect infotainment system. Linking Android and Uconnect creates an infotainment system easily compatible with smartphone apps.
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• CES 2017: The PCs, gadgets, and gear we can't wait to see | PCWorld - PCWorld

  02-01-2017 12:39
  
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  You don't need to navigate the CES 2017 tech torrent alone. We've scouted out the big stories and cut through the hype so we can tell you what's really worth ...and more »
  
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• ASUS C302CA Chromebook Flip starts with Pentium, not Core M

  02-01-2017 12:30
  Sometimes, when something sounds too good to be true, it turns out to be exactly the case. That might also be the case with the ASUS “Chromebook Flip 2”, a.k.a. the “accidentally” sold C302CA. The listing on Newegg raised hopes of a rather decent Chromebook, one with an Intel Core M processor and 64 GB of storage. Chrome Unboxed immediately … Continue reading
  
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• So you got a new camera, here’s what to do next

  02-01-2017 12:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you were lucky enough to unwrap a DSLR or mirrorless camera kit this holiday season, hopefully you’re excited. But if this is your first interchangeable lens camera, you may also be unsure where to go now. We're here to help.
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• LG will put robots under the CES 2017 spotlight

  02-01-2017 12:00
  LG has its hands in almost every consumer electronics cookie jar except one: robots. Well, except maybe for the HOM-BOT robot vacuum, which everyone makes these days, and the “G5 Friend” Rolling Bot, which is practically a hi-tech toy for cats. At CES 2017, however, LG will get serious with robots as it unveils its first team of non-cleaning robots … Continue reading
  
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