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• ‘Sunday Night Football’ will arrive on all your devices for the 2018 season

  19-12-2017 23:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  NBCUniversal announced this week that beginning next year, NBC Sports will be streaming all of Sunday Night Football to all possible platforms. So no matter where you are, you can cheer like a maniac for your favorite team.
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• HTC Vive owners can now get social with Oculus Rift friends in Facebook Spaces

  19-12-2017 23:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook Spaces, the virtual social hangout originally launched on the Oculus Rift, is now available on the HTC Vive VR headset. Vive owners can now create an avatar and jump into a virtual hangout with other Facebook friends.
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• Ikan DS2-A Beholder review

  19-12-2017 23:25 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Our DS2-A Beholder review looks at Ikan's simple yet elegant solution to obstructed camera LCDs by lowering the roll motor. The gimbal is compact and stabilizes beautifully, and there are new ways to control it automatically and remotely.
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• SEGA and Retro-Bit’s mysterious deal gives us retro console palpitations

  19-12-2017 23:14
  Thanks to platforms like Steam, Xbox Live, PSN, and the Nintendo eShop, we’ve been enjoying something of a retro revival in recent years. Old games that may have otherwise been forgotten have been getting a new life on these platforms, and new games like Sonic Mania look to recapture some of the magic of those classic titles. That’s great on … Continue reading
  
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• Facebook facial recognition prevents someone from stealing your photo

  19-12-2017 23:13 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook's facial recognition will now help prevent accounts from using photos of another user as their profile picture. The tools to curb impersonation also come with new tools to prevent harassment.
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• No holiday cheer for Theranos — blood-testing startup must pay $4.6M in refunds

  19-12-2017 23:10 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Once a VC darling, blood-testing startup Theranos is now issuing $4.6 million in refunds to Arizona residents who used the company's services, the result of a settlement reached with Arizona's attorney general earlier this year.
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• Why VW’s remarkable I.D. Crozz EV is only the the start of its electric plans

  19-12-2017 22:53 via digitaltrends.com
  
  VW has confirmed that an electric crossover SUV based on their I.D. Crozz concept will be sold in America in 2020, but that’s just the beginning. A sedan, bus, and more models are coming.
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• Windows 10 Timeline feature arrives in preview build 17063

  19-12-2017 22:47
  Microsoft has announced Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17063, and with it comes the OS’s new Timeline feature. With Timeline, Windows 10 users can view a timeline of past activities, apps, and files, making it easier to get back to what you were doing earlier. For example, if you were working on a document titled “Report.docx,” that file will appear … Continue reading
  
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• Zach Braff reprises his ‘Scrubs’ character to read a script written by an A.I.

  19-12-2017 22:30 via digitaltrends.com
  
  What would it take to get actor Zach Braff to revive his lovable Scrubs character J.D. for the first time since the show's conclusion? The perfect script … written by artificial intelligence, apparently.
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• Go ahead, pass laws. Governments can’t kill bitcoin, even if they try

  19-12-2017 22:12 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Investors concerned about the future of Bitcoin regulation should certainly pay attention, but they needn't fear. Bitcoin regulation is almost impossible to implement effectively.
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• Get a great price with the best sport headphone deals for intense workouts

  19-12-2017 22:06 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The best sports headphones are designed to handle your rigorous activities while still providing high-quality sound. If your fitness game is in full swing, consider one of these options to make your workouts even more enjoyable.
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• Chrome ad blocker goes live in February

  19-12-2017 22:05
  Earlier this year, Google announced plans to implement an in-browser ad blocker within Chrome. Those plans were revealed back in June, and at the time, Google said that the ad blocker it was working on would launch sometime in early 2018. Now when know when Google plans to send this ad blocker live, and it turns out that launch is … Continue reading
  
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• Waymo just cut an insurance deal for its autonomous taxi riders

  19-12-2017 22:03
  Car insurance is a headache at the best of times, but things get even more confusing when, like Waymo, you’re trying to figure out liability for a self-driving vehicle. The Alphabet-owned company has filled in at least one of the blanks ahead of starting its own commercial ride-hailing service, with news that it has found an insurance firm that will … Continue reading
  
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• Government requests for your Facebook data continues to grow, report says

  19-12-2017 21:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Facebook received nearly 80,000 government requests for user data in the first half of 2017 and nearly 225,000 copyright violation claims. This is the first year Facebook and Instagram have tracked intellectual property reports.
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• Elac Element EA101EQ-G integrated amplifier review

  19-12-2017 21:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The same company that brought us some of the best bookshelf speakers we’ve heard this side of $1K offers an excellent, feature-rich integrated amplifier for the modern age.
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• YouTube TV Roku and Apple TV apps will finally arrive in Q1 2018

  19-12-2017 21:37
  If you’ve been waiting for YouTube TV to finally launch apps for the Apple TV and Roku devices, your wait just got a little longer. The company is now planning to launch these apps in the first quarter of 2018, pushing out the originally planned time frame of late 2017. YouTube TV will also launch support for older smart TVs … Continue reading
  
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• 2 biggest reasons why older Apple iPhones become slow

  19-12-2017 21:30
  Last week it was reported that users who were experiencing slow performance in their old iPhone devices can solve the problem by simply changing the smartphone’s batteries. Although there were no concrete proof on the issue at that time, Geekbench founder John Poole has now tested if it is really the case or not.
  
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• The Choucas Light Harness is lighter than a smartphone and fits into your pocket

  19-12-2017 21:21 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Leave your skis on while you put your harness on. The Choucas Light Harness is ideal for alpine climbing and ski mountaineering -- designed to be lightweight, simple, and convenient.
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• Latest Galaxy S9 leaks indicate a change of plans by Samsung

  19-12-2017 21:17 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung may be rethinking the Galaxy S9 smartphone, Blink and see who's at the door, NYT says US government UFO program was the real deal, and has the video to prove it.
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• UPS just placed a huge Tesla Semi reservation

  19-12-2017 21:15
  The Tesla Semi just got another high-profile customer, with UPS announcing it too plans to add the all-electric truck to its fleet. The delivery behemoth confirmed today that it has placed a reservation for 125 of the Tesla trucks, having worked with the EV company to make sure the haulage vehicle is up to its demands. Announced in November, the … Continue reading
  
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• Honor 7X vs. Nokia 6: Can Honor beat the Finnish veteran?

  19-12-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Honor's new Honor 7X is a budget phone for the new age, with a bezel-less screen, and powerful specs. But can it unseat a phone veteran? We put the Honor 7X and Nokia 6 head to head to find out which wins.
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• Galaxy S9 leak suggests Samsung learned its fingerprint lesson

  19-12-2017 21:06
  As we close in on the reveal of the Galaxy S9 and its big brother, the Galaxy S9+, one feature in particular is becoming quite the hot topic. There’s been a lot of chatter recently about the placement of the fingerprint scanner on the Galaxy S9. With Samsung said to be holding off on pursuing facial recognition, that scanner’s placement … Continue reading
  
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• Report shows many web surfers are still using ‘123456’ as their password

  19-12-2017 20:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  SplashData provided its annual list of the 100 worst passwords in use, and reveals that 123456 and password still rank in the top spots. Overall, the top 10 have remained mostly consistent since the first report in 2011.
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• FAA will restrict drone flights near nuclear energy sites next week

  19-12-2017 20:50
  The FAA is about to restrict the areas in which you can fly your drones. Starting next week, it will be illegal to fly your drones anywhere near one of seven nuclear energy sites, a ban established in the interest of national security. This is the first time the FAA has issued a drone ban at the request of the … Continue reading
  
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• Ingenious wound-scanning tool makes infectious bacteria glow in the dark

  19-12-2017 20:44 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Harmful bacteria in wounds is bad news for patients and physicians. The MolecuLight i:X is a handheld imaging tool which can help spot harmful bacteria by causing it to glow in the dark.
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• Gift Guide: The best Nintendo Switch games and gifts

  19-12-2017 20:30
  
   The Switch has had an amazing debut year, defying worries that it would crash and burn like its superficially similar predecessor, the Wii U. Unlike that console, however, the Switch is just stocked with amazing games. From serious challenges for seasoned gamers to multiplayer laughs with casual friends, there’s something for everyone. Here are our picks for the games any Switch owner… Read More
  
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• Audi bakes Amazon Music into its latest car dashboards

  19-12-2017 20:24
  Audi and Amazon have teamed up to offer native Amazon Music streaming support in the automaker’s recent cars, all accessed through the vehicle’s infotainment system. The integration sees select cars from Audi‘s 2017 and 2018 model years gain Amazon Music and Amazon Prime Music streaming support, beyond just playing it back over a Bluetooth connection from your smartphone. It’ll be … Continue reading
  
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• Hennessey’s VelociRaptor 6×6 turns the F-150 into an unstoppable off-road beast

  19-12-2017 19:59 via digitaltrends.com
  
  American tuner Hennessey has introduced a six-wheeled version of the new, second-generation Ford F-150 Raptor. The upgrades include bigger wheels wrapped by off-road tires, and a fully-adjustable suspension.
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• The Flaming Lips and Dogfish Head team up for fruity new beer

  19-12-2017 19:54 via themanual.com
  
  The Flaming Lips and Dogfish Head present Dragons & YumYums, a bitter ale that is as yummy as it sounds.
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• Facebook Spaces HTC VIVE launch embraces the enemy

  19-12-2017 19:50
  Earlier this year, Facebook revealed a new VR app called Spaces. Speaking simply, Spaces is essentially Facebook for a virtual reality world, as it allows you to hang out with friends in VR and view Facebook photos, among other things. When you consider the fact that Facebook owns Oculus, you’d think that it would want to keep Spaces exclusive to … Continue reading
  
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• The BMW X7 is coming next year with a grille you could park a 2 Series on

  19-12-2017 19:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  BMW will soon expand its lineup with a new range-topping SUV named the X7. The first-ever BMW X7 is shaping up to be the 7 Series of the SUV world in terms of size, price, and image.
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• Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett lead larcenous ladies in ‘Ocean’s 8’ trailer

  19-12-2017 19:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We get our first look at the Sandra Bullock-led new installment of the Ocean's franchise in the new Ocean's 8 trailer. Rihanna, Mindy Kaling, Anne Hathaway, Sarah Paulson, Cate Blanchett, Helena Bonham Carter, and other celebrities are part of the all-star cast.
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• Gift guide: PlayStation 4 Games worth giving

  19-12-2017 19:37
  
   2017 has been a banner year for gaming, and the PS4 in particular has gotten a ridiculous amount of really great games. Whether you or your loved one is interested in action, huge explorable worlds, RPGs, multiplayer or something that doesn’t quite fit in the usual categories, there was an amazing game (or four) this year that fit the bill. Read More
  
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• Puzzle game ‘Catherine’ gets a remastered version for PS Vita and PlayStation 4

  19-12-2017 19:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Atlus is developing a remaster of its cult 2011 puzzle platformer entitled Catherine: Hard Body, which is set to bring online mutliplayer and several new endings to the PlayStation 4 and PS Vita.
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• New Twitch show ‘Stream On’ makes your dream of fame a reality

  19-12-2017 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Stream On is a new competitive game show from Twitch Studios created to give one streamer the chance to make it a full-time job. The show will include interaction with Twitch viewers in the chat.
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• AirPods 2 tipped for 2018: Here’s what could be new

  19-12-2017 19:15
  Apple’s second-generation AirPods will launch in the latter half of 2018, complete with internal refinements, according to new analyst predictions. The wireless headphones have proved to be a stand-out hit for the Cupertino firm, despite their later-than-planned release. Indeed, Apple is struggling to keep AirPods in stock. New orders for the wireless earbuds online are currently shipping after the Christmas … Continue reading
  
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• Acer Swift 3 gets the AMD APU treatment, adding power to the bargain machine

  19-12-2017 19:11 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Acer Swift 3 line of affordable notebooks is adding AMD APU-based models soon, offering some real competition to Intel and Nvidia. The addition of the Ryzen Ryzen 7 2700U and Ryzen 5 2500U machines promises even more value.
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• Samsung’s huge CHG90 wins first DisplayHDR approval with its stunning picture

  19-12-2017 18:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung said on Monday that its 49-inch CHG90 curved display for gamers is now the very first DisplayHDR certified product. It's a standard set by the Video Electronics Standards Association that defines high dynamic range.
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• Crazy-wide Samsung CHG90 curved display is the first DisplayHDR device

  19-12-2017 18:55 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Samsung said on Monday that its 49-inch CHG90 curved display for gamers is now the very first DisplayHDR certified product. It's a standard set by the Video Electronics Standards Association that defines high dynamic range.
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• Time to go Super Saiyan: Dragon Ball FighterZ open beta coming in January

  19-12-2017 18:49 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Bandai Namco has announced an open beta weekend two weeks before Dragon Ball FighterZ releases. Everyone will have at least two days to go super saiyan, but players with pre-orders will get an extra 24 hours.
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• Twitter’s new rules are here — and hate groups are finally getting the boot

  19-12-2017 18:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Twitter's new policies against hate and harassment are now into effect -- and a number of violent accounts have already been removed. The changes were first promised after #WomenBoycottTwitter.
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• 2017’s worst passwords will leave you horrified

  19-12-2017 18:38
  We’re less than two weeks out from the start of 2018, and that can only mean one thing: it’s time to look back at some of the worst passwords of the year. This year was particularly bad for online security, with many companies reporting breaches that left customer data exposed. Of course, we also have the Yahoo breaches that were … Continue reading
  
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• Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Launched, Vodafone's New Jio Phone Rival, Ola Buys Foodpanda India, and More: Your 360 Daily

  19-12-2017 18:28
  Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) price information is awaited,new Jio Phone rival in town, Ola buys Foodpanda, and more.
  
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• Meet the all-new 2019 G-Class: A Mercedes icon reinvented

  19-12-2017 18:21
  Having an icon in your line-up can be a blessing and a curse, something Mercedes-Benz knows all about when it comes to refreshing fan-loved stalwarts like the G-Wagon. Newly redesigned, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class is only ready to show off its updated interior right now, but I’m happy to report that the automaker walked that fine line between adding new … Continue reading
  
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• Exclusive: How nonprofits use Facebook to drive donations after a disaster

  19-12-2017 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  After a disaster, nonprofits are using Facebook both to see what's needed -- and to reach out to potential donors. Two recent case studies explore how two organizations increased donations and found new first time donors.
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• Hennessey VelociRaptor 6×6 is six-wheel F-150 Raptor madness

  19-12-2017 18:08
  It’s hard to imagine a time when Ford’s pleasingly over-the-top F-150 Raptor isn’t enough, but for those rare occasions tuner Hennessey’s six-wheeled upgrade is going into production. The Hennessey VelociRaptor 6×6 takes a “regular” F-150 Raptor SuperCrew and then sets about turning it into something fit for escaping tyrannosaurs in. That means an engine upgrade along with an extra set … Continue reading
  
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• Moto G5S and Moto G5S Plus available on discount on Amazon

  19-12-2017 18:00
  The special edition smartphones of the Moto G and Moto G5 Plus are available at Rs 2,000 off Amazon India website at Rs 11,999 and Rs 13,999 respectively. There are exchange offers as well on these smartphones.
  
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• Were AirPods on your holiday wish list? You might have to take them off

  19-12-2017 17:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We must be the bearer of bad news this holiday season, as we let you know that your shopping excursion may be harder than you thought it would be, now that Apple's AirPods are pretty much sold out.
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• Everest: The incredible cost of climbing the world’s highest mountain

  19-12-2017 17:53 via themanual.com
  
  If you're thinking about climbing Mount Everest, you better have a sponsor or a pile of money.
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• Call drop complaints reduce by 8% in last 10 months: Telecom minister Manoj Sinha

  19-12-2017 17:49
  A Department of Telecom survey through automated calls has found around 8 per cent reduction in call drop complaints over the last 10 months, telecom minister Manoj Sinha informed the Rajya Sabha.
  
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