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• Check out these excellent deals on refurbished Apple products to save big

  03-08-2017 23:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Check out our favorite deals on refurbished Apple products this back-to-school season, which include such products as a Macbook Air, a Macbook, iPad mini 2s, an iPad Pro, and iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s.
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• Rime on Switch release date revealed for North America and Europe

  03-08-2017 23:57
  The adventure game Rime will be available on the Nintendo Switch soon, and Greybox, the company behind it, just gave us the release dates for both North America and Europe. The game is already available for PC gamers to download from Steam, and starting this upcoming November, it’ll also be available for Switch owners. Cost will depend on region. According … Continue reading
  
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• Google made fun of iPhone’s lack of jack

  03-08-2017 23:47
  Google’s next set of Pixel smartphones were rumored today to be designed without a headphone jack. Since that rumor sprang this morning, one of Google’s first Pixel ads have gone viral. The ad pokes fun as Apple’s release of an iPhone with no headphone jack as they released their own device with a headphone jack intact. Things got ironic. You … Continue reading
  
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• GoPro: HERO6 and Fusion will top out our turnaround

  03-08-2017 23:33
  GoPro’s new HERO6 is on track for release later this year, with the troubled action camera company looking to it and an innovative new model to flip the firm into profitability. The commitment came as part of GoPro‘s Q2 2017 financial results, announced today, which unlike recent quarters contained more than its fair share of good news. Still, that came … Continue reading
  
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• Nemo's Cloudview hammock has a cupholder for your favorite summertime beverage

  03-08-2017 23:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Do you like hammocking but hate the sensation of being swaddled? Nemo's Cloudview hammock was designed just for you — it encourages you to socialize while you relax. The best part? An integrated beer holder.
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• Designed with socializing in mind, Nemo’s Cloudview hammock cradles you in comfort

  03-08-2017 23:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Do you like hammocking but hate the sensation of being swaddled? Nemo's Cloudview hammock was designed just for you — it encourages you to socialize while you relax. The best part? An integrated beer holder.
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• Intel’s leaks keep flowing as ‘Coffee Lake’ desktop processor rollout nears

  03-08-2017 23:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apparently, leaked slides from Intel show that the first wave of its Coffee Lake desktop CPU lineup may begin soon, introducing six-core chips to the mainstream desktop PC market. A second wave may take place in early 2018.
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• Intel ready to serve Coffee Lake to the mainstream PC market, leaked slides show

  03-08-2017 23:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apparently, leaked slides from Intel show that the first wave of its Coffee Lake desktop CPU lineup may begin soon, introducing six-core chips to the mainstream desktop PC market. A second wave may take place in early 2018.
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• Researchers reprogram immune cells to treat psoriasis and more

  03-08-2017 23:10
  A new study details the successful reprogramming of certain immune cells that could lead to treatments for autoimmune diseases like psoriasis. The work was performed by researchers with the Gladstone Institutes, and it is made possible by a ‘small-molecule drug’ that essentially converts immune cells from the type that attack the body to the type that keep things in check. … Continue reading
  
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• Monolith BBQ Guru grill automates temperature control for perfect results

  03-08-2017 23:06 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In order to give grill owners a break, the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition grill comes with smart tech built right in to automate temperature control. Users can control the grill with their voice, phone, or PC.
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• Stripped down and tuned up, the race-ready RC F GT3 is a wolf in Lexus clothing

  03-08-2017 22:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  See what it takes to turn an everyday luxury car into a high-tech, track-ready, 500-horsepower GT3 race car, and how lessons learned from the world of racing might help improve your next car.
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• GoPro actually had a good quarter and the stock is spiking 15%

  03-08-2017 22:29
  
   GoPro is flying high and mighty after releasing its 2017 second-quarter earnings. The camera company took in $297 million in revenue equaling a non-GAAP loss of 9 cents per share. This was way above Wall Street’s expectations, as the general consensus was that GoPro would report revenue of $269 million with a loss of 25 cents per share. That’s growth any way you slice it. Read More
  
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• Lyft is doubling donations when riders use Apple Pay

  03-08-2017 22:27
  Lyft has announced a new perk that comes with its Apple Pay support; pay with Apple’s mobile payment platform and you’ll be contributing to some donations going to those in need. The company has announced that under its Round Up & Donate program, anyone who pays with Apple Pay will be contributing a bit extra at no cost to themselves. … Continue reading
  
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• WannaCry’s accidental hero arrested for malware past

  03-08-2017 22:26
  Earlier this year, the WannaCry virus infected computer systems around the world. Most notably, the ransomware was responsible for crippling hospital systems in the UK, but it also spread to countries like Russia, German, Turkey, and Spain before it was brought down. This week, one of the researchers responsible for stopping WannaCry was arrested in Nevada. Motherboard writes that Marcus … Continue reading
  
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• Lofree Poison wireless speaker combines 1950s aesthetic with 2017 technology

  03-08-2017 22:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Vintage is back in vogue and if you are in search of nostalgia, you need to look no further than the Lofree Poison. It is a nostalgic speaker that combines old-school design with new-school technology.
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• Hello modular Moto? Motorola’s new Z2 phone has a magnetic personality

  03-08-2017 22:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Also today: Cinema camera maker RED has an smartphone up their sleeve, LG also has a new phone featuring a crisp (and big) OLED display.
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• Gadgets: Tech gear tops the list for back-to-school shopping - Phys.Org

  03-08-2017 22:10
  Gadgets: Tech gear tops the list for back-to-school shopping
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  Gadgets: Tech gear tops the list for back-to-school shopping. August 3, 2017 by Gregg Ellman, Gregg Ellman. Back to school shopping lists in my day included pens, pencils, and notebook paper. These days your list is a lot more modern and tech-related.
  
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• Here's what an 81-megapixel photo from a 16-lens camera looks like

  03-08-2017 22:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Light has finally released the first L16 sample images as the 16-lens camera begins shipping to pre-order customers. The shots range from 8K to 10K resolution and showcase the camera's depth of field and dynamic range possibilities.
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• Chemists figure out how to strip 99 percent of BPA from drinking water

  03-08-2017 22:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  BPA is an industrial chemical linked with various negative health effects. After 15 years of hard work, chemists have come up with a way of quickly and cheaply removing it from our water supply.
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• Apple’s next big thing is not an iPhone, it’s ARKit

  03-08-2017 22:00
  The next big thing from Apple won’t be a piece of hardware – it won’t be the fabled iPhone 8. The next big product to come from Apple will work on the next top-tier iPhone, but it wont work exclusively on that device. While it’s the hardware we continue to focus on, and the hardware that’s always easiest to discuss, … Continue reading
  
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• Save on textbooks with Amazon Prime Student membership, get six months free

  03-08-2017 21:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon Prime Student lets you enjoy free two-day shipping, exclusive deals, access to thousands of TV shows and movies, and more. Sign up now and get six months for free and take 50 percent off your membership after the trial period.
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• ‘Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan’ headed back to theaters for 35th anniversary

  03-08-2017 21:53 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A chance to see Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan on the big screen is coming this fall. Paramount Pictures and Fathom Events are offering special screenings to celebrate the film's 35th anniversary.
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• The latest Samsung wearable could combine the Gear Fit 2 and Gear S3

  03-08-2017 21:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Recent reports hint at plans to release a new Samsung wearable. Although we know it is highly unlikely to be the Gear S4, the latest details suggest it will be more of a mix between a fitness tracker and a smartwatch.
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• Tech a break: why ditching my gadgets will help me love them again - TechRadar

  03-08-2017 21:48
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  Tech a break: why ditching my gadgets will help me love them again
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  OK, you can escape it, but try functioning for an extended period of time in today's world without a phone, tablet or laptop. Impossible, right? If you're like me, the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning and the last thing you do before ...
  
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• Change the composition after you shoot? Computational zoom makes it possible

  03-08-2017 21:36 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Think composition can't change in post outside of a simple crop? Computational zoom not only makes it possible, but expands the possibilities by creating images that can't be achieved with hardware alone.
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• Modders wanting a taste of ‘Coffee Lake’ may need to change their motherboard

  03-08-2017 21:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A tweet deleted by ASRock confirmed that current motherboards may not support Intel's upcoming eighth-generation Coffee Lake processors. The chips are slated to arrive before 2018 and are supported by Intel's 300 Series chipsets.
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• Galaxy S8 Active confirmed accidentally by AT&T

  03-08-2017 21:30
  Following numerous leaks and renders, the Samsung Galaxy S8 Active has been confirmed by AT&T itself, marking the first time we’ve seen near-official proof that this phone is indeed in the pipeline. A note about the phone briefly appeared on AT&T’s website as one of three eligible phones for a new promotion. Since gaining attention, it appears AT&T has removed … Continue reading
  
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• Survive the apocalypse (or just a week off the grid) with these zombie-proof rides

  03-08-2017 21:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  From hardcore off-roaders to weaponized people-carriers, there are many vehicles out there that can take on the apocalypse. We’ve compiled our favorite zombie-proof rides to get you through the end of the world.
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• Cadillac’s Super Cruise ‘autopilot’ is ready for the expressway

  03-08-2017 21:18
  
   “Wait for the green light and let go,” the Cadillac engineer instructed. That’s it. The car was driving itself. I, the person behind the steering wheel, was no longer the driver. Cadillac’s Super Cruise system was driving. The 2018 Cadillac CT6 sped along US-23 under the direction of Super Cruise. Traffic was light and the weather was perfect. The system held the… Read More
  
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• Tired of paying a monthly fee for Word? Here are the best alternatives to Microsoft Office

  03-08-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Looking for a competent word processor that isn't Microsoft Word? Thankfully, the best alternatives to Microsoft Office offer robust features, expansive compatibility, and an all-too-familiar aesthetic. Here are our favorites.
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• Lenovo Moto Z2 Force vs. LG G6: Which is the better Android phone?

  03-08-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Lenovo has finally taken the wraps off its newest flagship, the Moto Z2 Force. However, is it enough to best the LG G6? Here, we compare the two devices to find out once and for all.
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• Google has solar eclipse glasses for the masses

  03-08-2017 21:11
  We’re not sure if you’ve heard, but this total solar eclipse we’ve got coming up is a pretty big deal. It’s definitely a rare event to have a total solar eclipse like this cross from the United States’ west coast to the east coast, and indeed, the next one to do so won’t occur until August 12, 2045. It’s little … Continue reading
  
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• Solar sunglasses generate electricity while you wear them

  03-08-2017 21:09 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Looking for an excuse to permanently wear sunglasses as if you're an aging rock star? This pair of smart sunglasses with solar cells for lenses might just give you the excuse you crave!
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• The Facility is an underground bunker made up of luxury apartments

  03-08-2017 20:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're going to buy an underground bunker, why not make it a luxurious one? It's located in Georgia and has several luxury apartments and lots of other amenities to make you forget your woes.
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• Samsung launches Leader 8 flip phone with flagship-level specs

  03-08-2017 20:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung has unveiled its latest phone -- a flip phone called the Samsung Leader 8. This flip phone, however, features flagship specs, including the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 and 4GB of RAM.
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• Samsung built a bizarro flip phone with smartphone-caliber specs

  03-08-2017 20:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung has unveiled its latest phone -- a flip phone called the Samsung Leader 8. This flip phone, however, features flagship specs, including the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 and 4GB of RAM.
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• The best 20 Xbox One games you can play right now

  03-08-2017 20:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Xbox One is finally coming into its own nearly three years after its initial debut. Check out our picks for best Xbox One games, from Capcom's take on the Middle Earth to the latest installment in the 'Doom' franchise.
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• The best 20 Xbox One games that you can play right now

  03-08-2017 20:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Xbox One is finally coming into its own nearly three years after its initial debut. Check out our picks for best Xbox One games, from Capcom's take on the Middle Earth to the latest installment in the 'Doom' franchise.
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• Boeing drew a giant 787 Dreamliner in the sky during 18 hour flight

  03-08-2017 20:44
  Boeing took to the sky for a bit of aerial fun recently, using a plane on a long-haul 18 hour flight to draw a giant line art version of the maker’s 787-8 aircraft. Of course, you couldn’t see the aircraft image in the sky, but instead on a map as the plane’s flight path was recorded. The trip spanned nearly … Continue reading
  
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• To help fight fake news, Facebook surfaces Related Articles before you click

  03-08-2017 20:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook Related Articles could prevent users from sharing fake news without reading the article first, thanks to the recommendations that now start showing up before the click. The feature begins rolling out today.
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• Outdoor Retailer Summer 2017: The best gear on the planet

  03-08-2017 20:42 via themanual.com
  
  The absolute latest and greatest new outdoor gear to fuel your next adventure.
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• ‘Wonder’ scribe Jack Thorne is brought on to help write ‘Star Wars: Episode IX’

  03-08-2017 20:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Screenwriters seldom generate headlines but -- when a franchise is as beloved (and lucrative) as Star Wars -- any nugget of news is big enough to create a disturbance in the force.
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• Unstable Android apps punished with poor Google Play placement

  03-08-2017 20:38
  Google plans to punish crash-prone Android apps with worse rankings in the Google Play Store, in an attempt to force developers to write more stable code. The move will see Google wield some machine intelligence along with human assessors onto the vast quantity of titles available in the Google Play download store, following persistent complaints by Android device users that … Continue reading
  
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• High schooler makes 3D-printed, machine learning-powered eye disease diagnosis system

  03-08-2017 20:36
  
   If you’re one of those people that worries that you haven’t accomplished much in your life, you probably shouldn’t read this profile of Kavya Kopparapu, a teenager who has probably done more in her time at high school than I’ve done since I graduated. Read More
  
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• Now, sunglasses that can harness solar energy

  03-08-2017 20:30
  The invention can pave the way for other future applications such as the integration of organic solar cells into windows or overhead glazing, the researchers said.
  
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• Bose SoundTouch 300 and Acoustimass 300 review

  03-08-2017 20:29 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Not all soundbars are created equal. In our Bose SoundTouch 300 review, we explore how well Bose delivers on the "big sound, small package" promise, and discuss whether the company's latest soundbar delivers convincing virtual surround sound.
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• Too close for comfort — great white bites down on GoPro in a terrifying video

  03-08-2017 20:17 via digitaltrends.com
  
  GoPro cameras are known for their ability to operate in all manner of harsh conditions, but this one got lucky after surviving a bite from an 11-foot great white shark. The resulting footage is both fascinating and terrifying.
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• With smart underwear, engineers hope to fend off debilitating back pain

  03-08-2017 20:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Engineers at Vanderbilt University have developed smart underwear, which they say can limit back pain and strain. In a study, the clothing was shown to decrease stress on lower back muscles during bending and lifting tasks.
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• WannaCry Bitcoin wallets emptied as $143k ransom moved

  03-08-2017 20:03
  Bitcoin wallets related to the WannaCry ransomware attacks and stuffed with more than $140,000 worth of the cryptocurrency have been emptied, experts say. The balance of the various accounts, which amounted to 52.2 BTC, was unexpectedly drained overnight. Funds began to mount in early May 2017, as victims of WannaCry coughed up the virtual cash needed to unlock their data. … Continue reading
  
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• Is your selfie game weak? Scientist are building an app that will guide you

  03-08-2017 20:02 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In yet another example of science solving real world problems, computer scientists from the University of Waterloo have created a smartphone app that uses an algorithm to curate the perfect selfie.
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