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• ‘Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle’ hits theaters early for Amazon Prime members

  29-11-2017 23:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon is giving its Prime members the chance to be the first to see Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, starring Dwayne Johnson. The company is offering tickets to early showings ahead of the film's December 20 release.
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• YouTube Reels is the platform’s own version of Stories

  29-11-2017 23:38
  YouTube has a new feature in the pipeline called Reels, the company’s own variant of the Stories format found in a growing number of apps. The new feature is designed for creators, not users, and it is still in development at this point. However, once available as an everyday feature, YouTube creators will be able to create their own Reels … Continue reading
  
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• Care by Volvo priced for 2019 XC40 car subscriptions

  29-11-2017 23:31
  Volvo has priced up its Care by Volvo subscription scheme, offering drivers a brand new 2019 XC40 for a fixed monthly payment. The plan, announced alongside the new XC40 crossover earlier this year, folds not only use of the car itself, but insurance, maintenance and servicing, and registration into a single price. Unlike a typical lease, there’s no downpayment involved. … Continue reading
  
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• Should we call them marsworms? Study suggests earthworms thrive in Martian soil

  29-11-2017 23:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Good news for future Martian botanists! Scientists from the Netherlands have concluded that Mars soil may be close enough to the stuff found back on Earth that earthworms can live in it.
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• The Blackberry Motion isn’t the second coming — but it’s not a bad phone

  29-11-2017 23:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Blackberry launched yet another Android-powered smartphone featuring midrange specs and a decent design. Is the phone worth buying? We're putting the BlackBerry Motion to the test.
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• Comcast removes part of its open internet pledge regarding net neutrality repeal

  29-11-2017 23:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Comcast removed a section of its open internet pledge pertaining to internet fast lanes on the day that the FCC announced its initial plan for a repeal of net neutrality legislation.
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• Unicorn Paper Towel Holder

  29-11-2017 22:44 via shutupandtakemymoney.com
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• PlayStation Plus games for December have something for everyone

  29-11-2017 22:44
  Believe it or not, December begins in just two days. Though it might seem like November passed by in a blur, there is one upside to the end of the month getting here quickly: it’s almost time for a fresh batch of PlayStation Plus games. Sony unveiled what’s next for PS Plus members on PS4, PS3, and PS Vita today, … Continue reading
  
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• Want more likes? Check out Instagram’s 2017 trends, from puppy faces to travel

  29-11-2017 22:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  What were the most-used filters in 2017? Who has the most Instagram followers? All that and more is part of Instagram's 2017 Trends list. The most-liked photo had a whopping 11 million likes.
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• Jim Beam smart decanter answers questions and pours whiskey

  29-11-2017 22:37
  Jim Beam has just unveiled its own Internet of Things device for people who really love bourbon. Called JIM, this smart decanter is able to pour you a glass whenever you ask, as well as answer some questions you may have, assuming they’re related to whiskey. The device was launched for pre-order ahead of shipments, but if you’re hoping to … Continue reading
  
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• ITI signs MoU with C-DAC to collaborate on IoT

  29-11-2017 22:30
  Public sector company ITI Limited today said it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), to collaborate in the area of Internet of Things (IoT).
  
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• HP Spectre x360 13 (Late 2017) Review

  29-11-2017 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  HP’s late-2017 refresh of the Spectre x360 13 convertible 2-in-1 leverages Intel’s eighth-generation CPUs for significantly improved performance and battery life. The thin and light frame is also tweaked, and looks better than ever.
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• 12 of the best baby tech gifts for the little ones in your life

  29-11-2017 22:09
  
   This baby tech gift guide is a new one for TechCrunch’s annual gift list but one that’s been on my mind for a little while now. Lately, I’ve been inundated with ads, tips, lists and articles of my own on items for baby in this modern tech age… so, I’ve scanned through it all, compiled a list of the top tech and wrapped it up just for you and your little ones. Read More
  
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• Smart wine scanner means you’ll never waste money on a bottle you don’t like

  29-11-2017 21:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Should you be one of the 99.9 percent of people who can’t talk about wine without feeling like a fraud, a new smart wine scanner device is here to help. It's now available on Kickstarter.
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• Facebook test makes users share a selfie to unlock their accounts

  29-11-2017 21:45
  Facebook is testing a security feature that requires an affected user to upload a selfie in order to unlock their account. The test surfaced after some users complained about receiving a notice that they had to upload an image of their face to unlock their account features. Facebook has since confirmed the test, explaining that it is a way for … Continue reading
  
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• Galaxy S9 Release dates the phone details, new and old

  29-11-2017 21:37
  The beginning of our Samsung Galaxy S9 journey begins here, with tips of an early release. This device has been tipped more than once to be appearing first in January of 2018. Because of this, there’s quite a bit we can piece together with regard to components available and technology on the market in time for a new phone. We … Continue reading
  
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• Amazon AWS DeepLens camera brings local deep learning to the smart home

  29-11-2017 21:37
  Amazon made a rather surprising announcement today, revealing a product that seems to go toe-to-toe in many ways with Google Clips. Say hello to the AWS DeepLens camera, a new camera that’s designed with deep learning AI in mind. That’s similar to what Google is trying to do with Clips, but while that camera is aimed at consumers, the DeepLens … Continue reading
  
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• Samsung starts mass producing 2nd-gen 10nm processors, may power Galaxy S9

  29-11-2017 21:30
  Samsung has started mass producing new chipsets with second-gen 10nm-based processors. The chipsets could be powering the upcoming Galaxy S flagship smartphone.
  
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• NBC’s app joins Vizio SmartCast just in time for the ‘Will & Grace’ revival

  29-11-2017 21:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Since its launch, Vizio SmartCast has continually updated with new supported apps. The most recent to join the system's library is NBC's official app, bringing streaming episodes of the network's shows to SmartCast.
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• Walk a mile — or many miles — in custom shoes from Brooks, HP, and Superfeet

  29-11-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Here to help ensure that the next several miles you traverse are as comfortable as possible is Brooks Running Company, which has partnered with HP and Superfeet to debut what it calls "the most personalized running footwear."
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• Vanquish lag for good with the best routers for gaming

  29-11-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The best routers for gaming are designed to help you prioritize your games, get rid of lag, make sure your mobile device always has a connection, and provide enough power for 4K streaming!
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• 15 handy LG V30 tips and tricks you need to know about

  29-11-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you want to unleash the full potential of your LG smartphone, then you need to read up on our LG V30 tips and tricks. Customize your V30, get more from the camera, and find handy features you didn’t know existed.
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• Samsung Pay Story social sharing feature appears in patent

  29-11-2017 21:03
  Samsung has patented a new feature for its mobile payment platform that gives it a social element. Called Samsung Pay Story, this feature is a way for Samsung Pay users to share “buying experiences” with their friends via the big social media sites, such as Twitter and Facebook. It seems that by doing so, Samsung is hoping its users will … Continue reading
  
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• HTC Vive X invests in 26 more startups, opens shop Tel Aviv

  29-11-2017 21:00
  HTC is dead serious about pushing its Vive VR, and AR, platform. Need proof? Just look at the dozens of ambitious startups that it has already invested in to create new experiences. Still not enough? Good thing HTC is adding even more. It has just announced the third batch of lucky innovators chosen to have access to HTC Vive’s wealth … Continue reading
  
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• What do emojis mean in Snapchat? Here is a guide to what’s what

  29-11-2017 20:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  See an emoji pop up in your Snapchat friends list? It's a Snapchat friend emoji and each one has a specific meaning that is based on your messaging habits with other Snapchatters. What do emojis mean in Snapchat? We'll tell you.
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• Apple quickly pushes out update to patch glaring Mac ‘root’ security flaw

  29-11-2017 20:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Snapchat app update divides up your feeds, Apple scrambles to patch 'root' sign-in fiasco, VW's cool upcoming electric car line has a bad case of the Z's.
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• Apple quickly pushes out an update to patch the glaring Mac ‘root’ security flaw

  29-11-2017 20:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Snapchat app update divides up your feeds, Apple scrambles to patch 'root' sign-in fiasco, VW's cool upcoming electric car line has a bad case of the Z's.
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• Lexus RX L First Look: Three row SUV asks legroom questions

  29-11-2017 20:44
  The Lexus RX may be the automaker’s best-selling vehicles, but for some the full-sized luxury SUV just isn’t quite big enough. Enter, therefore, the Lexus RX L launching at the LA Auto Show 2017, an extended version of the SUV with a choice of six or seven seats courtesy of an added third row. The 2018 RX 350L and RX … Continue reading
  
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• Quarter of German firms see digital threat to survival

  29-11-2017 20:30
  The survey of 505 companies conducted by Bitkom, the German industry association for the information technology sector, also showed that only 20% are investing in developing digital business models.
  
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• MacOS flaw fix update out now

  29-11-2017 20:30
  This morning Apple released a fix for the flaw discovered yesterday in their macOS High Sierra system. Anyone using High Sierra would potentially be at risk of data theft via unauthorized login without this software update today. The security flaw allowed any user to log in to an Apple computer by logging in with the self-created user ROOT. The ROOT … Continue reading
  
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• Top 10 City Breaks Around The World

  29-11-2017 20:24 via feedproxy.google.com
  Are you planning to take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life? Whether you are looking to take a break from your busy schedule or take a trip of a lifetime, you don’t need to travel far to get away for the weekend. There are plenty of destinations to choose from, so […]
  
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• Windows 10 Fall Creators Update is enjoying a smoother ride to the top

  29-11-2017 20:20 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft's latest Windows 10 update, Fall Creators Update, is rolling out faster than its predecessor, Creators Update, while Surface Pro remains the number one form factor among Microsoft hardware.
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• Save me: How to download Instagram photos from any device

  29-11-2017 20:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Browsing photos in Instagram is one thing, but saving them is another. Here's how to download Instagram photos, from any device, by using an app, as well as how to bookmark images in Instagram.
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• Essential CEO Andy Rubin takes leave of absence

  29-11-2017 20:07
  Right now is a pretty important time for Essential, a company headed by Andy Rubin that’s trying to break into the crowded smartphone market with its Essential PH-1. With the phone only a few months old, this can be considered a make-or-break time for the startup. It’s strange, then, that founder Andy Rubin has announced that he will be taking … Continue reading
  
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• Yandex, the ‘Google of Russia,’ is now testing self-driving cars in the snow

  29-11-2017 20:03 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Last weekend, Yandex conducted test drives with its self-driving taxis in a snowy scenario, ensuring that the autonomous vehicle would be able to keep passengers safe in wintry conditions.
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• Carve up your favorite mountain in the best snowboard bindings you can buy

  29-11-2017 20:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Winter is here and no snowboard setup is complete without a reliable pair of bindings to keep you strapped in. Here is a list of the best snowboard bindings on the market including Burton, Rome, Bent Metal, NOW, and others.
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• HP responds to complaints of secretly installing software on its laptops

  29-11-2017 19:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Customers owning laptops sold by HP report that the company is secretly installing software. HP is listening and provides an explanation to clear up any confusion. The short story is that it says there is nothing mischievous going on.
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• Facebook may ask you to prove you’re not a bot with a selfie

  29-11-2017 19:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook could soon stop bots and suspicious activity by verifying accounts using a selfie. The tool is a version of a captcha and the image is later deleted from the servers after the verification.
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• 2019 Corvette ZR1 Convertible First Look: Chevy melts some faces

  29-11-2017 19:38
  Very orange, and very angry. That’s the unavoidable first impression when faced with the 2019 Corvette ZR1 Convertible, Chevrolet’s 755 horsepower route to getting lots, and lots, and lots of wind in your hair. Open-top sibling to the Corvette ZR1 coupe, the drop-top refuses to succumb to the old adage that cutting the roof off also means compromising on performance. … Continue reading
  
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• Snapchat update: What just happened?

  29-11-2017 19:30
  Today Snap updated Snapchat in a major way, fully packed with an experience “organized around your relationships and personalized just for you!” There’s now a split between friends and everyone/everything else. On the left you’ll see Stories and Chats with Friends. On the right you’ll see “Stories from publishers, creators, and the community are on the right.” This is a … Continue reading
  
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• Lexus RX L adds a feature customers have been craving

  29-11-2017 19:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The 2018 Lexus RX L is the first three-row Lexus RX ever, filling a major gap in the luxury automaker's lineup. But is that extra row of seats enough to make the RX worth a closer look?
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• 2018 Lexus LX 570 roams the Earth like a high-end automotive dinosaur

  29-11-2017 19:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The 2018 Lexus LX 570 is one of the last old-school SUVs around. Its big V8, body-on-frame design, and genuine off-road capability contrast with modern crossovers. But is the LX past its prime?
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• Don’t be left out in the cold! Plan ahead with the best weather apps for Android

  29-11-2017 19:24 via digitaltrends.com
  
  You may not be able to change the weather, but you can change the change the way you look at it. Check out our top picks for the best weather apps for Android, so you'll always know what to expect when you step out the front door.
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• Swapping edges for arches, the new CLS sets the tone for future Mercedes

  29-11-2017 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The third-generation Mercedes-Benz CLS made its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The brand-new model takes what made the original CLS a design icon and augments it with more tech and hybrid power.
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• Instagram Direct wants to start a friendly selfie war with a new remix tool

  29-11-2017 19:08 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Instagram Direct now allows users to turn their friend's photos into stickers to start a friendly photo-editing war. The update also comes with the option to allow friends to view the photos more than once.
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• Wirelessly charge your iPhone and Apple Watch simultaneously with Funxim

  29-11-2017 19:06 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Want a wireless charger for your Apple devices but don't want to wait around for a release date or price? Meet the Funxim, a wireless charging pad that claims to power both your new iPhone and Apple Watch simultaneously.
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• Best noise-canceling headphones

  29-11-2017 19:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Drowning out the sound of babies, jet engines, and the outside world isn't as hard as it seems. Here are the best noise-canceling headphones, whether you prefer style, comfort, or sound.
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• 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS is a 48V hybrid luxury four-door coupe

  29-11-2017 19:00
  Mercedes arguably started the four-door coupe segment back in 2003, and now the third-generation 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS is here to bring it right up to date. Still instantly recognizable with its arching roof line, the new CLS was revealed today at the LA Auto Show 2017, and is expected to go on sale in the US next year. It features … Continue reading
  
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• Zhiyun Crane 2 review

  29-11-2017 18:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  This latest gimbal from Zhiyun adds major enhancements over its predecessor in terms of speed, power, and functionality. In our Zhiyun Crane 2 review, we’ll go over the upgrades and explain why they’re awesome.
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• When a Furby and Alexa Love Each Other Very Much, This Intelligent Talking Furball Is the Result

  29-11-2017 18:50 via gizmodo.com
  Almost 20 years after it was first introduced by Tiger Electronics, Furby has somehow found a way to remain on toy store shelves to this day, mostly by learning new tricks along the way. But Zach Levine’s Furby is extra special, because he hacked its guts with Amazon’s Alexa personal assistant, finally giving the…Read more...
  
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