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• Apple rolls out iOS 11.1 developer and public beta, makes subtle changes

  29-09-2017 23:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple released its beta of iOS 11.1 to both developers and its public testing group. While the latest beta doesn't come with any major changes, there are more discrete changes like updated icons and new animations.
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• Apple releases iOS 11.1 beta, includes only a few minor changes

  29-09-2017 23:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple released its beta of iOS 11.1 to both developers and its public testing group. While the latest beta doesn't come with any major changes, there are more discrete changes like updated icons and new animations.
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• YouTubers test iPhone 8 durability by brutally destroying it in clever ways

  29-09-2017 23:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple claims the latest iPhone 8 has the strongest glass ever put in a smartphone. Now YouTubers around the globe are conducting one iPhone 8 durability test after another by killing the new phone in a lot of clever ways.
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• Best Headphones Ever!?? Nura Headphones

  29-09-2017 23:46 via youtube.com
  
  
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• Ultimate stress test? Simple Habit mindfulness app gets pitched on ‘Shark Tank’

  29-09-2017 23:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Simple Habit is a mindfulness app that promises to help you better cope with the stresses of everyday life through a series of short guided programs. The app was inspired by the founder's own positive mindfulness experience.
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• Sony A9, now with updated firmware, is a speed demon in a race against DSLRs

  29-09-2017 23:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sony's newest full-frame mirrorless ousts the A7-series in nearly every way with a 20 fps burst, faster autofocus, and a no-blackout viewfinder. By using a stacked full-frame sensor, the Sony A9 is impressively quick.
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• iPhone 8 Plus battery expansion: Apple investigating details

  29-09-2017 23:37
  It would appear that the iPhone 8 Plus may have a manufacturing problem on its hands – maybe, possibly. Two and possibly three separate events seem to have appeared in which the iPhone 8 Plus’s display has popped up from its sides. Sort of like a warped piece of wood popping up from a outdoor deck, or a plastic tupperware … Continue reading
  
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• Tom Cruise delivers the goods in 'American Made'

  29-09-2017 23:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tom Cruise delivers a compelling, charismatic performance as a high-flying drug smuggler in American Made, which reunites him with Edge of Tomorrow director Doug Liman for a dark comedy based on a true story.
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• ‘American Made’ review

  29-09-2017 23:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tom Cruise delivers a compelling, charismatic performance as a high-flying drug smuggler in American Made, which reunites him with Edge of Tomorrow director Doug Liman for a dark comedy based on a true story.
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• Apple’s homemade MacBook chips could be the biggest Intel snub of all

  29-09-2017 23:32
  The era of artificial intelligence is upon us, and Apple is working to get a solid place in it with the development of proprietary semiconductors, according to sources. The company recently revealed an artificial intelligence chip that is powering the new Face ID facial recognition tech in the iPhone X, but a report out of Japan claims that is just … Continue reading
  
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• Finally, AR can help photographers and videographers plan that shoot

  29-09-2017 23:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Using AR, Blocker can help videographers and photographers visualize their shot from the angle to lighting. The app allows users to move people and objects around, adjust the sun and even look through the viewfinder.
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• MIT’s origami robot transforms to become a boat, a glider, or a wheel

  29-09-2017 23:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory's new shapeshifting robot can transform into a variety of different forms -- allowing it to walk, roll, sail, and even glide.
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• Between the Streams: ‘Blade Runner 2049’ relief, ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ review

  29-09-2017 23:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  This week on Between the Streams: It's a whole mess of sci-fi, including the incredible reviews coming in for Blade Runner 2049, high praise for the seemingly doomed CBS All Access series Star Trek: Discovery, and much more.
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• Wish you could fly? Here are the best drones on the market right now

  29-09-2017 22:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  To help you navigate the increasingly large and ever-changing landscape of consumer UAVs, here's a no-nonsense rundown of the best drones you can buy right now
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• The iPhone X may be expensive, but you’ll regret cheaping out with an iPhone 8

  29-09-2017 22:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Even though the iPhone X comes with a hefty price tag, it defines what a flagship phone should be. The other two in the lineup – the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus – offer only minor improvements and dated design.
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• The best dash cams you can buy

  29-09-2017 22:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Dashboard cameras assist drivers in car accident claims, settle speeding ticket disputes, and even catch glimpses of incoming meteors, among other things. Check out our picks for the best dash cams available.
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• Amazon’s tipped original sci-fi shows include Ringworld and Snow Crash

  29-09-2017 22:38
  Amazon has some big plans for original content, and sources say it includes three big science fiction series: Ringworld, Snow Crash, and Lazarus. These are all based on the novels/comic book by the same name, and in one case will include co-production with MGM. Though Amazon still hasn’t reached Netflix’s level of original production, it now has dozens of original … Continue reading
  
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• Will Honda Sports EV put modern spin on automaker’s heritage at Tokyo show?

  29-09-2017 22:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Honda has released a teaser sketch that previews the Sports EV Concept. Set to bow next month in Tokyo, the Honda Sports EV Concept is an electric model inspired by the S600 and S800 coupes built in the 1960s.
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• Honda could preview a retro-inspired, all-electric coupe in Tokyo

  29-09-2017 22:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Honda has released a teaser sketch that previews the Sports EV Concept. Set to bow next month in Tokyo, the Honda Sports EV Concept is an electric model inspired by the S600 and S800 coupes built in the 1960s.
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• Apple iPhone 8 Plus splits open while charging, claims an owner

  29-09-2017 22:30
  The issue cropped up five days after the handset was purchased. After putting the iPhone 8 plus on charge the handset started splitting up within three minutes.
  
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• Snapchat World Lenses gets sponsored augmented reality characters

  29-09-2017 22:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Brands can now bring their characters to "life" using new sponsored augmented reality Snapchat World Lenses. The first two sponsored characters to arrive on the platform are from Warner Bros. and Bud Light.
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• Perfect shot: Here are the 4 best travel tripods for your next adventure

  29-09-2017 22:06 via themanual.com
  
  The best travel tripods are compact, portable, and easy to use. Here are four great options for your next epic trip.
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• SNES Classic Edition goes wireless with 8bitdo’s SN30 controller

  29-09-2017 21:56
  By and large, the SNES Classic Edition is a great little retro console, but there are three major problems with it: it has a limited library considering all the great games were released for the SNES, there’s no convenient way to get back to the home menu, and the controller cables are still too short. 8bitdo is looking to solve … Continue reading
  
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• HTC’s ‘Green is Good’ promotion kicks off a week of steep discounts

  29-09-2017 21:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  HTC's second annual Green is Good sale has steep discounts in store beginning October 2 until October 8, starting with the HTC U11, HTC U Ultra, HTC Bolt, UA Healthbox, and related accessories.
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• Drone ban for Statue of Liberty and other popular destinations inbound

  29-09-2017 21:42
  In what marks a new first for the administration, the FAA will ban civilians and companies from operating drones in and around major Department of Interior destinations throughout the US. These destinations are mostly hot tourist spots, including the Statue of Liberty and a few dams throughout the US. The FAA has updated the regulations because national and local law … Continue reading
  
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• When iTunes isn’t enough: The best media players for PC and Mac

  29-09-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Check out the best media players to manage even the most complex playlists of music and movies on any platform you need.
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• Weekly Rewind: New Amazon Echoes, smart jackets, a browser faster than Chrome

  29-09-2017 21:15 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 it. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of the top tech stories from this week.
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• Here are the 26 best iPad keyboard cases, from the Mini to the Pro

  29-09-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Whether you're looking to replace your laptop with a tablet or merely want to increase your typing speed, a physical iPad keyboard is the perfect companion to the iPad. Check out our top picks for every iPad model.
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• Elon Musk wants SpaceX to rocket you anywhere in the world — in under an hour

  29-09-2017 21:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Elon Musk and SpaceX light a fire under planet-wide rocket flights, Google plans to take on the Amazon Show, we review Blade Runner 2049.
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• Bosch acquires smart bike startup Cobi to deliver a better ebike screen

  29-09-2017 21:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Connected bike startup Cobi has been acquired by Bosch, which will use its technology to integrate smartphones with ebikes to deliver navigation, telephony, music, and fitness tracking to riders.
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• Whole Foods is investigating a payment card data breach

  29-09-2017 20:57
  Whole Foods has revealed that it is investigating a potential data breach that may have affected the taprooms and in-store restaurants within some Whole Foods locations. Not much is known about the possible breach at this time, aside from the fact that it affects payment cards. The company has promised to update customers with more information in the future. Whole … Continue reading
  
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• The best alarm clocks to kickstart your day

  29-09-2017 20:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  People are finicky about their sleeping habits, but, fortunately, the best alarm clocks can probably match your lifestyle and budget. Here are some of our current favorites -- Echo Spot excluded.
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• SNES Classic game manuals go live just in time for release

  29-09-2017 20:53
  Today is a big day for retro game enthusiasts. Not only did we learn that the Commodore 64 is making a return in the form of the C64 Mini, but today is also the day that the SNES Classic launches in the US. If you got your SNES Classic Edition home only to find that you need a refresher on … Continue reading
  
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• FCC asks Apple to enable the FM radio in the iPhone — but there isn’t one

  29-09-2017 20:51 via digitaltrends.com
  
  After a disastrous hurricane season, the FCC chairman is urging Apple to enable the FM radio in its phones -- something that could be invaluable in a disaster. Only one problem -- there isn't an FM radio chip in newer iPhones.
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• Two Galaxy S9 models just appeared in the pipeline

  29-09-2017 20:32
  Now that we’re under 210 days from the inevitable release of the Galaxy S9, it’s time to start talking about leaks! Not long after the Galaxy Note 8 and just over 160 days since the release of the Galaxy S8, the leaks have begun to leak. The first set of details to run from the tap come in the form … Continue reading
  
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• GoPro HERO6 first-impressions: QuikStories, 4K and stabilization

  29-09-2017 20:23
  GoPro’s HERO6 Black has arrived, and while it might not have the slick 360-degree features of the GoPro Fusion, 4K60 support is not to be ignored. Promising better digital stabilization, more involving colors and broader dynamic range, and a handy touch zoom, not to mention swifter wireless, you get a lot for your $499. I put on a helmet and … Continue reading
  
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• Elon Musk’s latest crazy idea? Rocket-based travel. On Earth.

  29-09-2017 20:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Elon Musk has an ambitious new idea -- to use the SpaceX interplanetary rocket system to make long-distance travel possible on Earth. It would take you anywhere you want in less than 40 minutes for the price of economy airline ticket.
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• iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus in India, Another Amazon Sale, Android O for Nokia 8, and More: Your 360 Daily

  29-09-2017 20:06
  iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are officially available in India, but will people buy them when iPhone X is on the horizon?
  
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• War Machine Gets a Crazy Samurai Makeover, And More of the Best Toys of the Week

  29-09-2017 20:00 via io9.gizmodo.com
  Welcome back to Toy Aisle, io9's regular round up of all the wonderful toys we’ve been pining after lately. This week: Sphero’s latest little robot toy, Thor: Ragnarok’s new look for Thor gets an awesome figure, and we have thoughts about the butt of DC Comics’ Dick Grayson. Let’s get to it!
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• Uber is assisting riders in communicating with hearing-impaired drivers

  29-09-2017 20:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  ASL is said to be the fourth most commonly used method of communication in the U.S. So it comes as little surprise that Uber is trying to make it easier for deaf passengers and drivers alike to communicate in this language.
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• Timex’s Fairfield Contactless is an analog watch with tap-and-pay capability

  29-09-2017 19:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Timex's Fairfield Contactless looks like an ordinary watch from the outside, but thanks to Barclaycard's bPay technology, it supports tap-and-pay transactions at hundreds of thousands of retailers.
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• I'll Take This Miniature Commodore 64 Over a Tiny SNES Any Day

  29-09-2017 19:51 via gizmodo.com
  Unlike many of my friends, my first video game console wasn’t the original NES. It was a Commodore 64, which my parents bought as our first home computer. It could do a few useful things, but the C64 was always first and foremost a gaming system in our house. So while I find the SNES Classic Edition intriguing, this …Read more...
  
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• GoPro Hero6 Black hands-on review

  29-09-2017 19:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Hero6 is here, with 4K video at 60 fps, improved stabilization, faster Wi-Fi. We take a look at all the new features in our GoPro Hero6 Black hands-on review.
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• Casper and American Airlines want you to sleep better on your next flight

  29-09-2017 19:37 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Casper is providing bedding for American Airlines beginning in December. So if you're planning on doing any holiday traveling, consider this an early present. Unfortunately, it's not available to those in economy cabins.
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• The best tents to keep you comfortable while sleeping under the stars

  29-09-2017 19:35 via digitaltrends.com
  
  An essential piece of gear whether you're camping in your backyard or on a multi-day backpacking trip, here are our picks of the best tents currently on the market from car camping varieties to the best three-person option.
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• Apple just bought tech to make your iPhone an art critic

  29-09-2017 19:34
  Every once in a while, we’ll hear about Apple buying up a company few have heard of. Today is one of those days, as it’s been revealed that Apple has purchased a small company called Regaind. As always, Apple is hesitant to comment on why a certain company attracted its attention or what it plans to do with that company’s … Continue reading
  
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• Google’s next revolution may cut the touchscreen altogether

  29-09-2017 19:14
  A patent published this week points to Google having a deep knowledge of spacially aware gestures for control of devices of all sorts. We’d known that Google was working on tech to recognize our hands swiping through the air as controls for smartphones – but this is a bit different. This expands upon that – beyond the realm of pre-configured … Continue reading
  
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• Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio SUV proves it has the speed of a sports car

  29-09-2017 19:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio is now the fastest SUV around the Nürburgring, beating the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S by about 8 seconds. A Ferrari-derived V6 helped the Alfa achieve that record.
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• The C64 mini will bring back all the fun of the Commodore 64 in 2018

  29-09-2017 18:59 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Hot on the heels of the frenzy surrounding the SNES Classic Edition, Commodore 64 fans are going to be able to revisit the platform's greatest games when the C64 mini launches in 2018.
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