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• Sigma lens adapter gets performance boost via firmware update

  13-07-2017 23:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Sigma lens adapter is getting a performance boost to its autofocus and image stabilization with a new firmware update. It also adds support for a couple new lenses, bringing the total up to 21 Canon mount lenses.
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• Samsung's Cinema LED is a massive 34-foot screen, and it's coming the the US soon

  13-07-2017 23:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung's massive 34-foot Cinema LED was recently unveiled at a theater in Seoul, South Korea. This massive true 4K screen is going to give projector theater a run for their money.
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• Goodbye, projectors! Samsung just unveiled a 34-foot LED screen for cinemas

  13-07-2017 23:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung's massive 34-foot Cinema LED was recently unveiled at a theater in Seoul, South Korea. This massive true 4K screen is going to give projector theater a run for their money.
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• Latest Windows 10 Insider preview build tightens up the Windows Shell

  13-07-2017 23:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft released Windows Insider preview build 16241 with some significant new features and fixes. This time, Microsoft focused on the Windows Shell components along with some Task Manager and mixed reality improvements.
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• Livia zaps away lady pain, now shipping to U.S. Indiegogo backers

  13-07-2017 23:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The idea of shocking yourself to get rid of pain might sound crazy, but that's what this little gadget is designed to do. Livia is a Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation machine, cute, portable, discreet, and designed for ladies.
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• DirecTV NOW teases features arriving in 2018: 4K HDR and (much) more

  13-07-2017 23:40
  AT&T is finally adding the DirecTV NOW features we all want and arguably need from a modern television service, and chief among them all is cloud DVR. Yes, the entire existence of DVR on a streaming platform is a bit odd, but it’s the only way you’re able to skip commercials (unlike on-demand), and it’ll soon be available to DirecTV … Continue reading
  
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• Trends with Benefits: Facebook VR for the masses, Samsung’s LED movie screen

  13-07-2017 23:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook plans to debut a wireless VR headset for the masses next year. Will the experience be worth the $200 price tag?
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• New artificial spider silk can absorb 70 percent of the energy in impacts

  13-07-2017 23:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Move over, Spider-Man! Researchers from the University of Cambridge have developed artificial spider silk that’s not only super-stretchy and impressively strong, but also sustainable and non-toxic.
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• App Attack

  13-07-2017 23:17 via digitaltrends.com
  
  From mobile games to social media platforms, we scour the Google Play Store and the App Store to find the best -- and sometimes quirkiest -- apps of the week. Join us every Sunday for App Attack.
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• From cobblestones to gravel, the Flex-Eboard powers through

  13-07-2017 23:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Flex-Eboard Rough Stuff promises the smoothest ride imaginable no matter what terrain you're conquering, and features interchangeable wheels and a fully flexible deck for your riding comfort. 
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• Tom Hanks’ dream car is a tiny Fiat built in Cold War-era Poland

  13-07-2017 23:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Actor Tom Hanks ended up getting his dream car for free after sending out a few Tweets. He professed his love for the Fiat 126p on Twitter, and a Polish fan raised money to buy him one, have it resto-modded, and send it to him.
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• Fans mobilize to send Tom Hanks his dream car, a tiny Fiat 126

  13-07-2017 23:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Actor Tom Hanks ended up getting his dream car for free after sending out a few Tweets. He professed his love for the Fiat 126p on Twitter, and a Polish fan raised money to buy him one, have it resto-modded, and send it to him.
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• A new $200 Oculus headset could make VR mainstream

  13-07-2017 23:10
  When it comes to VR, customers have options on both the high-end and the low-end, but nothing that’s firmly in the mid-range. If you want an introduction to virtual reality, Samsung’s Gear VR makes a good jumping off point, as all you need is a Samsung phone to make it work. On the other side of the coin, HTC and … Continue reading
  
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• No doorman? No problem, thanks to Jet and the Latch smart access system

  13-07-2017 22:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thanks to a new partnership between online retailer Jet and smart access system Latch, getting your deliveries could get a lot easier, even if you don't have a doorman to receive those deliveries.
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• Surface Pro suffers from familiar random hibernation problem; fix is in the works

  13-07-2017 22:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Surface Pro 3 and 4 suffered early battery life and sleep issues that tormented users for months. Firmware and driver fixes eventually cleaned things up, and now the new 2017 Surface Pro is experiencing some of the same issues,
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• LG X Venture review

  13-07-2017 22:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In a crowded sea of budget phones, LG’s X Venture stands out with rugged design and excellent battery life. We test its durability to see if this AT&T-exclusive phone worth the $330 price tag.
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• Microsoft's USB Type-C connector patent could bring reversible USB to Surface range

  13-07-2017 22:29 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft has taken a cautious approach to USB Type-C, but it has a newly awarded patent for a cable with a specialized Type-C connection that hints at a possible future for the port on its flagship products.
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• Microsoft patent hints at possibility of a Type-C connection for Surface laptops

  13-07-2017 22:29 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft has taken a cautious approach to USB Type-C, but it has a newly awarded patent for a cable with a specialized Type-C connection that hints at a possible future for the port on its flagship products.
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• Razer’s Blade Pro THX Edition is an epic mobile production powerhouse with noisy fans

  13-07-2017 21:48
  
   When Razer bought THX off of George Lucas’ hands, no one knew what they’d use their new multimedia technology arm for — until they announced the improvements to their most powerful laptop: the Blade Pro. Read More
  
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• PangeaBed says its copper-infused mattresses will help you sleep cooler

  13-07-2017 21:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  PangeaBed is the company behind copper-infused mattresses that promise to bring "truly healthy, restorative sleep fitness to health enthusiasts nationwide." It says its mattresses are antimicrobial and cooler than competitors'.
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• Gran Turismo Sport Release Date Announced

  13-07-2017 21:35
  
  Gran Turismo Sport release date, price, and editions for the PS4 and PS4 Pro revealed.
  
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• Will a $200 Oculus Rift stand-alone system push VR into the mainstream?

  13-07-2017 21:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Also today: Uber teams up with the Russians, and it's the end of the line for an iconic American muscle car.
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• Student from UK's Imperial College helps Indian village get solar power

  13-07-2017 21:30
  
  Clementine Chambon, a final year PhD student, has helped connect the homes with a mini 8-kWh solar energy grid via her social enterprise start-up company - Oorja - last month.
  
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• IFTTT data reveals what people are doing with Google Home and Alexa

  13-07-2017 21:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  After surveying over 1,500 platform users, IFTTT has compiled data about how people are using their voice assistant devices. From playing music to checking the weather, people are certainly making use of their assistants.
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• Jaguar’s E-Pace may be compact for an SUV, but it’s no kitten

  13-07-2017 21:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Jaguar has announced the E-Pace, a compact performance SUV following the hugely successful F-Pace, and ahead of the electric I-Pace SUV coming next year. It may be compact, but the E-Pace has masses of performance, and plenty of high-tech toys.
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• Keep your tablet stylish and secure with one of the best iPad Pro 10.5 cases

  13-07-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A little protection goes a long way. If you want to imbue your iPad with some additional functionality, safeguard it from harm, or restyle its exterior, we’ve got you covered with the best iPad Pro 10.5 cases.
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• HBO and Netflix dominate Emmys race, combine for more than 200 nominations

  13-07-2017 20:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  HBO and Netflix dominated this year's Emmy's nominations. Netflix's Stranger Things garnered 18 nominations, while HBO's Westworld racked up 22 nominations. The Two networks combined for more than 200 Emmy nominations.
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• Show me a sign! Smart gloves translate American Sign Language into text

  13-07-2017 20:53 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers at UC San Diego have developed a low-cost smart glove that's able to automatically translate American Sign Language into digital text to be read on a corresponding mobile device.
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• It’s death on wheels in first trailer for Stephen King adaptation ‘Mr. Mercedes’

  13-07-2017 20:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The first trailer for the upcoming Audience network original series Mr. Mercedes offers a peek at the adaptation of a bestselling novel by Stephen King ahead of the show's August premiere.
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• 6 camera deals for everyone from adventurers to aspiring professionals

  13-07-2017 20:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Are you in the market for a new digital camera, but missed Tuesday's Prime Day sales event? Worry not: We've hunted down six of the best camera deals still going on Amazon right now that can save you as much as $400.
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• Fitbit, smartwatches banned over calories obsessions in UK schools

  13-07-2017 20:30
  
  Teachers at the Stroud High School in Gloucestershire fear that the trendy health monitors are having a bad effect on teenagers and making them obsessed with their body image, the Gloucestershire Live reported.
  
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• Star Wars-inspired liquid ‘hologram’ uses chemistry to create 3D projections

  13-07-2017 20:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers have demonstrated new 3D projection technology which allows for the creation of three-dimensional light structures, viewable from 360 degrees. Just don’t you dare call them holograms!
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• Asus Ultra HD gaming monitor goes deep with huge color depth, AMD FreeSync

  13-07-2017 19:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Asus updated its gaming monitor portfolio with the new VP28UQG, a 28-inch display packing an Ultra HD resolution and AMD FreeSync support. It also supports more than one billion colors along with a blur-free response time.
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• Star Citizen was rebuilt in Amazon’s Lumberyard, and it only took a few days

  13-07-2017 19:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Star Citizen is one of the few big projects using Amazon's Lumberyard engine. Cloud Imperium's COO explains why it's a perfect match.
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• Amazon Prime Day may be over, but you can still score those great deals

  13-07-2017 19:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Good deals are easy to come by, but finding great deals is a different story. Until July 12, Amazon is offering a ton of screaming deals for Prime members. Here are our favorite deals leading up to Amazon Prime Day.
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• Telephone subscribers grew 0.51% in May: Trai

  13-07-2017 19:30
  
  The number of telephone subscribers in India increased from 1,198.89 million at the end of April 2017 to 1,204.98 million at the end of May 2017, thereby showing a monthly growth rate of 0.51 per cent, official data showed here on Thursday.
  
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• Smartphone maker Vertu will close U.K. manufacturing operations, cut 200 jobs

  13-07-2017 19:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Vertu, the luxury phone maker known for its high-end, extravagant handmade devices, has reportedly been forced to liquidate its manufacturing plant. The news comes just weeks after securing a deal with manufacturing partner TCL.
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• New Batman director says he’s starting over, ditching Affleck’s script

  13-07-2017 19:26 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Since stepping into the shoes of The Caped Crusader, it hasn't exactly been smooth flying for Ben Affleck, who's script is being junked months after he stepped down as director of The Batman.
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• Transformers’ Bumblebee-centric spinoff movie adds more cast members

  13-07-2017 19:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The upcoming Transformers spinoff movie featuring the popular Autobot character Bumblebee is filling out its cast, which already includes one Academy Award nominee, as it nears the start of production.
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• Watch Formula One race cars tear up the streets of London

  13-07-2017 19:16 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Most people don't expect to see Formula One cars in central London, but race teams descended on the British capital this week, sending race cars onto closed streets and creating a big spectacle for crowds of fans.
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• The Honda Civic Type R puts on a wide-body suit to hit the track

  13-07-2017 19:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Honda is taking the Civic Type R to the track. The company's newest hot hatch gains mechanical upgrades, a completely re-engineered suspension, and a aerodynamic package -- is that enough to beat the GTI?
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• Rev your engines: ‘Gran Turismo Sport’ launches on October 17 for the PS4

  13-07-2017 19:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On the heels of a lengthy closed beta, Polyphony Digital revealed that the long-awaited Gran Turismo Sport will launch on October 17 on PlayStation 4. GT Sport will have three different editions for racing fans to choose from.
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• Got watersports? This waterproof gimbal is designed for action cameras

  13-07-2017 18:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The FeiyuTech WG2 waterproof Gimbal can't go as deep as your GoPro, but it can keep splashing shots steady. The gimbal also includes auto-rotation options and remote operation via an iOS or Android app.
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• Looking for a bargain? Check out our top three Amazon tech deals for Thursday

  13-07-2017 18:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thursday's Amazon's Gold Box deals feature an Anker Bluetooth speaker, a set of sweatproof headphones, and a 4K action camera. Score savings up to $141 and discounts as deep as 73 percent. Read on to browse today's best Amazon tech deals. 
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• Asus Zenfone AR India Launch, Jio Effect, Moto E4 Plus Sale, and More: Your 360 Daily

  13-07-2017 18:55
  
  Asus Zenfone AR, Moto E4 Plus India launch, new offers from Aircel and Idea to compete with Reliance Jio, and more.
  
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• Oculus to cut the cord, will release a stand-alone VR headset in 2018

  13-07-2017 18:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook-owned Oculus is working to create a $200 stand-alone wireless headset that won't require a dedicated PC to run, something Facebook CEO Zuckerberg indicated was coming at last year's Oculus developer conference.
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• UK tech firm Dyson plans India launch with 20 stores

  13-07-2017 18:30
  
  One of the UK's biggest technology companies, Dyson, is all set to launch its products in India later this year with 20 stores planned in major cities across the country over the next two years.
  
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