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• Ditch your bulky commuter bike helmet and ride smarter with the foldable Lid

  30-11-2017 23:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Lid is a bike helmet you can fold up when you’re not using it -- courtesy of a neat design boasting separate movable parts, a bit like sliding tectonic plates, and some well-placed magnets
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• Swap between characters in ‘Final Fantasy XV’ with a new update in December

  30-11-2017 23:17 via digitaltrends.com
  
  An upcoming update will bring a new character-swap feature to Final Fantasy XV. Players will be able to switch between Noctis, Ignis, Gladio, and Prompto on the fly, with only a few story-based exceptions.
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• Gwizdz's Gadgets and Gear: Lure retriever - Traverse City Record Eagle

  30-11-2017 23:03
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  Gwizdz's Gadgets and Gear: Lure retriever
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  I knew what it was the second I saw it — a spark plug with a snap swivel on it — but I knew some wouldn't, so I snapped a quick photo to share: a home-made lure retriever. My buddy Jim Horn, who had a couple of them on the floor of his boat when we ...
  
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• Starz series ‘American Gods’ still on track for season 2 after showrunners depart

  30-11-2017 22:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  American Gods is in the midst of a major shake-up. Showrunners and executive producers Michael Green and Bryan Fuller have exited the hit Starz series, leaving vital roles vacant.
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• Special edition Leica Summicron 50mm mixes modern tech and classic design

  30-11-2017 22:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The new limited edition Leica Summicron 50mm uses modern tech for optimal sharpness while taking a nod from a 1950s lens for the exterior. Only 500 copies of the lens will be sold, beginning in January.
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• Drop some serious clues about gifts with Verizon and Spotify’s Holiday Hintlist

  30-11-2017 22:28 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thanks to a new partnership between Verizon and Spotify, you may finally be able to get something you don't want to return. It's called the Verizon Holiday Hintlist, and it's a pretty clever way to make a subtle suggestion. 
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• TWB Podcast: Alexa at Work, Amazon’s Disintegrating Drones, Bionic Arms

  30-11-2017 22:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Alexa for Business brings the digital assistant to the workplace; disintegrating drones for your safety; 3-D printed bionic arms and the Digital Trends Holiday Gift Guide.
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• New Lidar tech uses 128 lasers to help self-driving cars see in high resolution

  30-11-2017 22:04 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Lidar just got a whole lot better! Velodyne’s new VLS-128 Lidar sensor doubles the number of lasers from the previous version. The result? Smarter self-driving cars that can see in higher resolution than ever.
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• Smart wearables market keeps growing as Fitbit and Xiaomi lead the way

  30-11-2017 21:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The wearables market is on the rise, according to a new report from IDC. Who's at the top of the heap? Fitbit and Xiaomi, though Fitbit posted a decline in shipments from last year.
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• Animal Crossing Signs

  30-11-2017 21:42 via shutupandtakemymoney.com
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• Amazon designs a $250 A.I. camera to teach computer vision to developers

  30-11-2017 21:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Amazon AWS DeepLens is like the Rasberry Pi for computer vision, a learning tool to teach developers imaging-based artificial intelligence. The camera comes pre-equipped with several A.I. infrastructures.
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• These ridiculously fun remote-control toys will make you feel like a kid again

  30-11-2017 21:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Looking for the perfect remote-control toy or gadget for yourself or a loved one? Thankfully, we've rounded up some of our personal favorites, from RC cars to Sphero's latest release.
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• EKG watchband helps Apple Watch owners spot irregular heartbeat problems

  30-11-2017 21:31 via digitaltrends.com
  
  A smart watchband brings more heart smarts to the Apple Watch, a new ZTE phone doubles up the screen space, plus an insane wingsuit stunt.
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• Instagram spotted testing Regram button, GIF search and more new features

  30-11-2017 21:30
  Instagram, the photo-sharing website, seems to be testing a bunch of new features in its app. This includes ‘Regram’ buttons, gif search and more. The Next Web has dug out these features on the platform and have shared them online with screenshots.
  
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• Google's phones and other gadgets have had a bumpy ride - ABC News

  30-11-2017 21:20
  Google's phones and other gadgets have had a bumpy ride
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  Google, which prides itself on developing simple, intuitive software that seems to know what you want almost before you do, is finding itself in a very different world when it comes to its own phones and other gadgets. Its new Pixel 2 phones, released ...and more »
  
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• ‘Continue on PC’ feature could help Edge stand out in the mobile browser crowd

  30-11-2017 21:17 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With the official launch of the Microsoft Edge browser on iOS and Android, users can look forward to trying out the new 'Continue on PC' feature, which lets you maintain the same browsing experience on mobile devices and your PC.
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• The five best weather apps for the iPhone or iPad to help you plan your day

  30-11-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Leaving the day's forecast up to your local meteorologist can leave you in the cold. Take matters into your own hands with our picks for the best weather apps for the iPhone currently available for iOS.
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• Monoprice Monolith K-BĀS review

  30-11-2017 21:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Monoprice’s Monolith K-BAS speakers deliver bass worthy of the speaker’s name, but a dip in the treble and midrange glosses over details audiophiles salivate over.
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• 2017 Acura NSX Review

  30-11-2017 21:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Though the name is familiar, Acura’s second-generation NSX takes a decidedly different approach to sports car design than its storied predecessor, bringing hybrid technology to the supercar realm.
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• The 12 best PSVR games available today

  30-11-2017 20:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The PlayStation VR has eclipsed even Sony's expectations in its first year, in large part due to the strong lineup of games. From Job Simulator to Resident Evil 7, here's our picks for the 12 best PSVR games so far.
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• Here’s all the best gear and gadgetry you can snag for $50 or less

  30-11-2017 20:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With the price of tech constantly in flux, everyone is on the lookout for quality on the cheap. Whether you're looking for a fitness tracker or a means of capturing photos from above, here's the best tech under $50.
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• Limited-edition ‘Destiny 2’ Ghost comes to life with Amazon Alexa’s new skill

  30-11-2017 20:39 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thanks to a new Destiny 2 Ghost skill for Alexa devices, the game features new hands-free voice commands. Players can now ask their ghost about Destiny lore, equip items, send messages to friends, and more.
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• Noninvasive RFID tag measures your vital signs without body contact

  30-11-2017 20:23 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers from Cornell have developed a new touch-free monitoring system that can monitor a person's heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing with nothing more invasive than a tiny RFID tag.
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• Home8 simplifies home security with its do-it-yourself starter kits

  30-11-2017 20:17 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Home8 recently introduced its three Action View security starter kits kits as an entry-level home automation and security solution that contains everything users would need to obtain basic home security. 
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• You definitely don’t need this Jim Beam smart decanter. But you’ll want it

  30-11-2017 20:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It's not entirely clear why you need the Jim, a smart decanter that pours you Jim Beam whiskey on demand, but if we start asking why about every gizmo and gadget on the market, we'll be going down a deep, dark rabbit hole.
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• 10 Cool Tech Gadgets That Will Make Your Life Significantly Better, According To Experts - HuffPost

  30-11-2017 20:08
  10 Cool Tech Gadgets That Will Make Your Life Significantly Better, According To Experts
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  The holidays are here, which means it's time to shop for goodies and gadgets. If you're the type of adult who still enjoys toys, then it's a good time to ask Santa for some tech that can improve your day-to-day life. But with so many inventions to ...
  
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• Facebook expands nonprofit tools, stops taking a slice of donations

  30-11-2017 19:59 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook is launching new tools allowing users to donate, find or give help or even become a mentor online. Facebook is also dropping its five percent fee on donations, and is creating a $50 million Facebook Donations Fund.
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• Game publisher Take-Two doesn’t think that loot boxes are gambling

  30-11-2017 19:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Game publisher Take-Two has said that loot boxes aren't gambling after controversy surrounded Electronic Arts' Star Wars: Battlefront II. Take-Two's NBA 2K18 has come under criticism for its microtransactions, as well.
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• These Amazon gadgets are perfect stocking stuffers, and they're on sale - KSDK

  30-11-2017 19:43
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  These Amazon gadgets are perfect stocking stuffers, and they're on sale
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  ... — Our editors review and recommend products to help you buy the stuff you need. If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA TODAY's ...
  Holiday gadget letdowns: How to cope with the Apple HomePod and Amazon Echo Spot delaysGeekWireall 218 news articles »
  
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• Itching for medium format? Hasselblad launches an official online store

  30-11-2017 19:23 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Hasselblad Store allows photographers to buy directly from the manufacturer online -- and the store is launching with a discount. The store also includes lenses, aerial cameras, and used gear.
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• Google Assistant can now help you find a plumber and other local services

  30-11-2017 19:20
  
   Google Assistant is about to get a bit more home-savvy. The voice assistant will be gaining local discovery skills that will help you locate home services nearby. The company specifically detailed that Assistant would be gaining insights to help users locate “nearby services like an electrician, plumber, house cleaner and more.” Saying something like, “Hey Google, I need… Read More
  
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• Xiaomi Redmi 5A in India, Vodafone Micromax Cashback, Bharat 5 Launch Date, and More: Your 360 Daily

  30-11-2017 19:18
  Xiaomi Redmi 5A price in India starts at Rs. 4,999 as part of an inaugural offer, Micromax Bharat 5 to launch in India, Datally available to download, and more.
  
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• Start your fitness journey with the best Fitbit deals available now

  30-11-2017 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon is offering discounts up to $110 on several Fitbit fitness tracker models. We've created a quick rundown of these Fitbit deals to help you decide which one is best for your needs.
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• Testing, testing: Instagram experiments with a share button, save-able Stories

  30-11-2017 19:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Could Instagram be getting a share button? Regrams are one of a longer list of possibilities the company is currently exploring, along with GIFs inside Stories, archives for Stories, and a close friends list.
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• Testing, testing: Instagram experiments with a share button, savable Stories

  30-11-2017 19:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Could Instagram be getting a share button? Regrams are one of a longer list of possibilities the company is currently exploring, along with GIFs inside Stories, archives for Stories, and a close friends list.
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• Verizon gets serious about 5G, plans to launch in homes in 2018

  30-11-2017 19:05 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Verizon first laid out its goals for 5G deployment at last year's Mobile World Congress, but now the company has identified specific markets and a time frame for the residential launch of its new technology.
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• Best Corrective Tech: Top Innovations And Gadgets To Eradicate Health And Cosmetic Imperfections - Forbes

  30-11-2017 19:04
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  Best Corrective Tech: Top Innovations And Gadgets To Eradicate Health And Cosmetic Imperfections
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  As the healthcare industry transforms at an exponential rate thanks to advancements in tech, we are being given more control over our health than ever before. Fresh, powerful innovations are delivering revolutionary corrective methods that are much ...
  
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• Fujifilm X RAW Studio makes conversions a snap using gear you already own

  30-11-2017 18:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Rather than rely on your computer's hardware, the Fujifilm X RAW Studio uses the camera's processor to make RAW conversions a snap. The software launched with firmware updates to the GFX 50S, X-T2 and X-T20.
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• Google might bring Nest back into its own hardware business

  30-11-2017 18:54
  
   Google might fold Nest back into the Google, well, fold. The company is considering integrating Nest, which is a separate company under mutual parent Alphabet at the moment, back into Google’s hardware business.
  The re-integration, first reported by Wall Street Journal, is a move that Google is considering as a way to help it build out its smart home capabilities vs. Amazon, which is… Read More
  
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• Kia Niro plug-in hybrid continues its manufacturer’s Prius-fighting mission

  30-11-2017 18:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid will debut at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show as a companion to the standard Niro hybrid. A plug-in powertrain allows this version to drive up to 26 miles on electric power alone.
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• 2019 Kia Sorento crossover aims to be a much cooler ‘Family Truckster’

  30-11-2017 18:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The 2019 Kia Sorento gets a face-lift, new eight-speed automatic transmission, and wireless phone charging. A diesel engine is on the way, too, and might be the perfect fit for this family-friendly vehicle.
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• Marshmallow mushrooms for breakfast? Only in Super Mario Cereal

  30-11-2017 18:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  It's been 28 years since Nintendo filled our cereal bowls with the Nintendo Cereal System, but the company and Kellogg have teamed up for a new Super Mario Cereal that is arriving in December.
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• Tech Desk holiday gift guide: From droids and grills to gadgets and ... - Financial Post

  30-11-2017 18:45
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  Tech Desk holiday gift guide: From droids and grills to gadgets and ...
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  The problem with technology gift guides is that too many of them focus on flagship devices. Yes, we all want the latest and greatest smartphone, tablet or television, but realistically it's out of the price range for many people when it comes to ...and more »
  
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• Tech Desk holiday gift guide: From droids and grills to gadgets and e-readers - Financial Post

  30-11-2017 18:45
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  Tech Desk holiday gift guide: From droids and grills to gadgets and e-readers
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  The problem with technology gift guides is that too many of them focus on flagship devices. Yes, we all want the latest and greatest smartphone, tablet or television, but realistically it's out of the price range for many people when it comes to ...and more »
  
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• ‘The Shape of Water’ review

  30-11-2017 18:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Guillermo del Toro's gives a classic fairy tale a dark spin in The Shape of Water, but the familiar story feels fresh and looks beautiful thanks to its talented cast and visionary filmmaker.
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• High school players get access to the Zero1 football helmet used by some pros

  30-11-2017 18:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In an attempt to protect athletes from the earliest stages of play, Vicis has announced the launch of its online marketplace for individuals, which includes availability of the Zero1.
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• Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium: News and rumors

  30-11-2017 17:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Sony may only just have taken the wraps off its latest phones, but that doesn't mean that the Xperia XZ2 Premium isn't on the horizon. Here's what we know about what's likely to be Sony's next phone.
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• The best gadgets to give a college student - CNBC

  30-11-2017 16:56
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  The best gadgets to give a college student
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  If you're shopping for a gift for a college student over the holidays, consider gifting a gadget rather than a pair of fresh bed sheets. As CNBC's in-house gadget reviewer, I have a few ideas that I think college students will really love, from ...
  
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• Is Xiaomi Redmi 5A Truly 'Desh Ka Smartphone'?

  30-11-2017 16:47
  The Redmi 5A is Xiaomi's most affordable budget smartphone in India.
  
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• Google’s learn-and-loan program targets aspiring Daydream content creators

  30-11-2017 16:36 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Are you a visionary VR filmmaker without the much-needed training and hardware to make your ideas a reality? Google's Daydream Impact scheme may be able to help, with access to all the tools you need.
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