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• Get your pickaxe ready: The next MineCon Earth show streams in September

  12-04-2018 23:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Microsoft and Mojang have revealed the date for the next MineCon Earth live-stream event. Taking place this September, the show will include live gameplay, discussions between Lydia Winters and community co-hosts, and more.
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• Google launches its lightweight search app, Google Go, in South Africa

  12-04-2018 23:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Google launched Google Go in South Africa in an effort to reduce the amount of data needed to display search results. The app is available in 26 sub-Saharan African countries through the Google Play Store.
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• The Original ‘God of War’ was better than I gave it credit for, but could have been so much more.

  12-04-2018 23:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  After 15 years, we found the Original ‘God of War’ deserved more credit than we gave it, but it also could have been so much more.
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• Fortnite 50v50 v2 Mode delayed

  12-04-2018 23:15
  Epic Games released the Fortnite v3.5 update earlier this week, but that’s only the start of its upcoming plans. The company will also be releasing a new limited-time mode called 50v50 v2, which is a new version of the title’s original limited-time mode. The mode was expected to arrive soon, but Epic Games published a brief update on the Fortnite … Continue reading
  
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• Thanks to A.I., there is finally a way to spot ‘deepfake’ face swaps online

  12-04-2018 23:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Researchers from Germany’s Technical University of Munich have created a deep-learning algorithm that's designed to spot 'deepfake' face swap images and videos online. Here's how it works.
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• How to set up and use Cortana

  12-04-2018 23:00 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Cortana, Microsoft's digital voice assistant, is one of the biggest additions to Windows 10. Like Siri on the iPhone, Cortana gives you access to all sorts of different hands-free features. Here's a handy guide on how to set up and use Cortana, train it to know your voice, and customize it to your liking.
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• Apple’s latest patent ensures your screen turns on to the right brightness

  12-04-2018 22:48 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Apple was awarded a new patent that could help ensure that your phone always turns on to the right brightness -- even when it's dark out. This would ensure that your phone's display doesn't hurt your eyes when it turns on at night.
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• This hummingbird “sings” with its tail to trick potential mates

  12-04-2018 22:47
  You might think being able to hover in place and dip your long, stealthy beak into the sweetest nectar would be enough as a male hummingbird to attract a mate, but it turns out female Costa’s hummingbirds are a little more demanding. Scientists researching the birds have observed unusual flying patterns, in which the male birds produce an unexpected type … Continue reading
  
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• Black Cat Desk Lamp

  12-04-2018 22:44 via shutupandtakemymoney.com
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• Redmi Note 5 Pro Pre-Order Sale Today at 12pm at Mi.com

  12-04-2018 22:40
  Redmi Note 5 Pro pre-order sale will begin at 12pm on Mi.com, and buyers will be required to pay for the handset online.
  
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• Reddit says racist content and slurs don’t violate site rules

  12-04-2018 22:29
  Reddit has a long history of allowing controversial subreddits to stay live, though it has implemented certain actions against them in the past, such as quarantining. Still, the site has historically dragged its feet about banning subreddits that many felt were in violation of site rules, in some cases allowing them to remain, and it has now stated that racist … Continue reading
  
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• What can Google Lens do? 10 things, for now

  12-04-2018 22:21
  As of today, Google Lens can identify, translate, or otherwise work with Text, Barcodes, Landmarks, Books, and Media. It can also identify popular dog breeds and cat breeds – so you can finally figure out what your mutt is. Or if you have an especially strange-looking dog, you can find out what your dog MIGHT be. Today we’re going to … Continue reading
  
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• ‘God of War’ refresh levels up the iconic game to a modern classic

  12-04-2018 22:18 via digitaltrends.com
  
  We review Sony's refresh of the classic video game 'God of War,' Fortnite servers go boom, a legendary video game player has his high score records stripped away, latest iOS update is bricking some screens and causing other problems.
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• RAW photo editor Luminar is now up to 12 times faster with Jupiter upgrade

  12-04-2018 21:58 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Skylum Luminar 2018 Jupiter is a speed-focused update designed for faster workflows. Mac users could see up to a 12-times boost on one feature, while Windows users can see up to a five-times speed boost.
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• Tesla complains to Congress over fatal Autopilot crash investigation

  12-04-2018 21:57
  Tesla has been removed as a party to the NTSB’s investigation into a fatal Model X crash, with the agency taking issue with the automaker’s premature public release of Autopilot information. The crash, on March 23, saw a Model X SUV collide with a barrier on the highway in Mountain View, California, killing the driver. Shortly after, Tesla confirmed that … Continue reading
  
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• The crisis has ended: ‘Fortnite’ servers are back online

  12-04-2018 21:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Following almost 24 hours of server issues, Fortnite is back online for PS4, Xbox One, and PC users. The Fortnite servers went down after an investigation into login issues and remained offline through the evening of April 11.
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• Use these 10 Instant Pot tips and tricks to make cooking with the device easy

  12-04-2018 21:50 via digitaltrends.com
  
  One of these convenient cookers takes the place of multiple different appliances, saving you both money and kitchen counter space. But the thing about a versatile device is that they're a little complicated to use.
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• Google preps a much-needed makeover for your Gmail account

  12-04-2018 21:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  In an email sent out to G Suite administrators earlier today, Google announced plans to roll out a fresh new look for Gmail with a host of new features -- including a fresh new look for the aging web client.
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• Fortnite is finally back up

  12-04-2018 21:46
  Last night, Epic Games had to take Fortnite‘s servers down to perform emergency maintenance. What players were expecting to be a relatively short period of downtime then expanded into the early morning hours. It was clear that Epic had quite the issue on its hands, and the whole time, it wasn’t able to give an ETA on when the servers … Continue reading
  
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• Astronaut training app could earn you a real-life trip into space

  12-04-2018 21:45 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Ever wanted to travel into space? A new astronaut training app called Space Nation Navigator will run you through a variety of physical and mental tests to measure your suitability.
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• Uber unveils new safety features, but will they ease rider concerns?

  12-04-2018 21:35
  Uber is doubling down on safety features in an effort to ease rider concerns. The company introduced several new features it plans to launch this year, among them being 911 Assistance and a dedicated Safety Center. As well, Uber says it will be strengthening its driver screening to make sure they continue to meet company standards after being approved as … Continue reading
  
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• Mercedes-Benz Collection car subscription to go head-to-head with BMW

  12-04-2018 21:21
  Mercedes is getting in on the car subscription game, launching Mercedes-Benz Collection to offer drivers a range of cars and SUVs for a fixed monthly fee. The service will launch as a pilot in two locations initially, and offer a variety of tiers depending on the sort of cars subscribers want to drive. Initially, only drivers in Nashville, TN and … Continue reading
  
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• You’re apathetic about privacy, and Facebook is counting on it

  12-04-2018 21:05
  Facebook may be under scrutiny from privacy regulators, and its CEO in the hot seat in front of Congress, but the social network doesn’t expect any of this outrage to affect its bottom line. The site has been repeatedly struck with negative headlines over the past month, beginning with revelations about how it provided third-party apps with user data and … Continue reading
  
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• Nintendo Switch eShop is getting an excellent survival game today

  12-04-2018 21:02
  Survival games are a dime a dozen these days, but like any genre that grows to be super popular, there will always be a few titles that manage to stand above the rest. Don’t Starve is one of those games for the survival genre, with its Tim Burton-esque aesthetic and its punishing gameplay that makes you manage hunger, health, and … Continue reading
  
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• Arcade fame turns to infamy as Billy Mitchell’s record-setting Donkey Kong score is invalidated

  12-04-2018 20:56
  The record-setting score that settled the Donkey Kong arcade rivalry, made famous by the documentary The King of Kong, has been invalidated by Twin Galaxies, the de facto arbiter of arcade world records. What’s more, Billy Mitchell, the occasionally controversial player who set the scores, has been permanently banned from consideration for future records.
  It’s a huge upset that calls into question decades of history. Will other similarly disputed scores get the ax? Are any old-school
  
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• LG Software Upgrade division promises faster Android updates

  12-04-2018 20:47
  LG Electronics has announced the launch of its new South Korea-based Software Upgrade Center, a division that aims to increase the rate of software updates for the company’s smartphone customers. This is the company’s first facility designed to improve the worldwide rollouts of smartphone OS and software updates. The division’s team will also be tasked with testing the software and … Continue reading
  
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• 16 things you might not know Amazon’s Alexa can do for you

  12-04-2018 20:47 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Amazon's virtual assistant does more than you might think -- well, assuming you know how to access Alexa's treasure trove of skills. Here are some of our favorites, whether you need to order a pizza or check the weather report.
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• Ransomware shifts focus from holding passwords hostage to hijacking your PC

  12-04-2018 20:42 via digitaltrends.com
  
  This cryptocurrency ransomware website wanted a Bitcoin donation in exchange for not leaking your password, but users found that they could just as easily change their affected password.
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• Biologists have found an oil-hungry bacterium that’s ideal for oil spill cleanup

  12-04-2018 20:41 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Could hungry bacteria help clean up oil spills? Researchers from the University of Quebec have spent the past several years searching for the perfect strain of bacteria to do the job.
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• Florida mansion is a dream for the Disney lover who has $900,000 to spare

  12-04-2018 20:40 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Not all of us have the luxury of living inside a fairy-tale, but for the lucky future owners of this Disney-themed mansion in Florida, dreams really do come true. The $888,000 home has a Disney theme.
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• Catch up on ‘Westworld’ theories and dangling questions before season 2

  12-04-2018 20:23 via digitaltrends.com
  
  HBO's twist-filled sci-fi series Westworld inspires fans to pore over every detail in hopes of predicting what comes next. With season 2 coming, catch up on the biggest questions and most intriguing Westworld theories.
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• Can Apple bring itself to save HomePod?

  12-04-2018 20:19
  HomePod was meant to be Apple’s triumphant splash in the smart speaker market, but the reality has been a little less rewarding. Official sales numbers still haven’t been shared – and, most likely, never will – but reports this week suggest demand for the Siri-powered speaker has been a fraction of what Apple predicted. Ironically, though, there are a few … Continue reading
  
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• Some Android manufacturers lie to customers about installing security updates

  12-04-2018 20:07 via digitaltrends.com
  
  According to a recent report, some Android manufacturers aren't just not installing the latest security updates, but they're lying to customers by saying that their phones are fully up to date.
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• Facebook Shadow Profiles: The 5 things you need to know

  12-04-2018 19:57
  Today Mark Zuckerberg publicly denied knowledge of the term “Shadow Profile” at a congressional hearing. Zuckerberg did not deny knowledge of the definition of Facebook’s shadow profiles, but he did attempt to cut ties between the definition and the commonly-known name for the subject. Today we’ve got a quick primer on the Facebook-made Shadow Profile. 1. What’s a Shadow Profile? … Continue reading
  
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• Nintendo Switch add-ons are about to get a lot more creative

  12-04-2018 19:55
  As evidenced by Nintendo Labo, the Switch and its Joy Con controllers are capable of doing some impressive things. This is thanks in large part to the Switch’s portable nature, and now Nintendo is looking to leverage that portability further. Nintendo won’t be doing it alone, however, as it will be looking to team up with startups to create new … Continue reading
  
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• Amazon completes its acquisition of Ring, the video doorbell maker

  12-04-2018 19:54 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Ring, the company behind the popular video doorbell, now has a new parent and a new price. On Thursday, Amazon announced that it completed the acquisition of the smart home company, and is offering the video doorbell for $100. 
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• Uber is stepping up its game on passenger safety features

  12-04-2018 19:43 via digitaltrends.com
  
  On Thursday, April 12, transportation giant Uber announced "several new improvements to double down on safety" in the app, including a plan to improve its screening process for drivers and a new adviser.
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• The latest ‘PUBG’ update looks to significantly alter the pace of play

  12-04-2018 19:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' latest PC update includes a variety of changes to blue zones, including increased damage. Additionally, the northern stretches of the game's Miramar map now have more life.
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• The Model 3 was delayed, but Elon Musk keeps saying differently

  12-04-2018 19:34
  Elon Musk may be sleeping on the Tesla factory floor to get Model 3 production on track, but he’s still finding time to think up new entries in his CEO lexicon. It’s fair to say that building a new car isn’t an easy process, something Tesla has now discovered several times, but Musk remains reluctant to call it a delay. … Continue reading
  
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• HyperloopTT takes another step toward completing its test track in France

  12-04-2018 19:34 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Our dreams of being shuttled around in vacuum tubes are coming yet another step closer to fruition. Hyperloop Transportation Technologies has received the first sets of tubes needed to build its test track in Toulouse, France.
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• What is the GDPR?

  12-04-2018 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  When the General Data Protection Regulation comes into play in May 2018, it will have a sweeping effect on how personal data is handled online. Though it's an EU law, it has some major implications for online companies like Facebook.
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• Your Mac will now start warning you about your 32-bit apps

  12-04-2018 19:14 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Starting today, April 12, when you fire up your Mac, you'll start getting a warning whenever you fire up a 32-bit application. Eventually, you won't be able to run software that's not 64-bit, and this is to help you prepare.
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• Misfit Path hybrid smartwatch could teach Apple Watch some style

  12-04-2018 19:01
  Back at CES 2018, Misfit unveiled its new Path smartwatch. Dubbed a “hybrid smartwatch” and following a trend that we’re seeing many manufacturers pursue, the Path attempts to blend the look of a standard watch with the increased functionality of a smartwatch. In a market where interest in standard smartwatches seems to be declining, hybrids like the Path might be … Continue reading
  
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• If you can’t log in to play Fortnite, you’re not alone — servers are down

  12-04-2018 19:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  If you're trying to play Fortnite and finding that you can do no such thing, you're not alone. The Fortnite servers have been down since the evening of April 11, and as of now, they remain offline.
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• HomePod may be struggling but Apple Music certainly isn’t

  12-04-2018 18:54
  Apple Music now has over 40m paid subscribers and up to 8m more in the pipeline, though that growth may well be despite, not because, of the HomePod smart speaker. The Cupertino company’s streaming music service is playing catch-up to Spotify, having launched several years later. However, Apple wasted no time in pushing Apple Music. With its three month free … Continue reading
  
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• Here’s everything we know about the Blackberry KeyTwo

  12-04-2018 18:52 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Blackberry KeyOne had its failings, but it was a solid phone with a great keyboard - and 2018 might see its successor come into the spotlight. Here's everything we know about the Blackberry KeyTwo.
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• 15 years after its release, ‘Warcraft III’ finally gets widescreen support

  12-04-2018 18:32 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The latest patch for Warcraft III is one of largest the game has received in years. Most notably, you can finally play the nearly 16-year-old game in widescreen, and the player count has increased from 12 to 24.
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• Samsung vs OnePlus: Another (flatter) Galaxy S9 in 2018?

  12-04-2018 18:29
  A device popped up in regulatory filings this week that has us thinking: Could Samsung flip their script? In the last few years, Samsung’s released hero phones in two waves. Nearer the start of the year came the Galaxy S, then nearer the end, the Galaxy Note. With the device we’ve just seen, might Samsung try the OnePlus “T” strategy … Continue reading
  
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• Instagram could finally get a download tool in privacy-motivated move

  12-04-2018 18:19 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Instagram is finally getting a tool to download all your data -- including photos. The new tool is likely privacy-motivated, and Facebook has already been offering a similar tool for the past eight years.
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• A dedicated Bolt EV DC fast charge network is coming, but there’s a catch

  12-04-2018 18:17
  GM and EVgo will build a dedicated DC fast charging network for Chevrolet Bolt EV drivers, but this isn’t the Supercharger rival that General Motors has long been reluctant to attempt. Instead, the deal between EVgo and GM’s Maven car-sharing brand will be focused on getting those using their all-electric car for ride-sharing services charged up more rapidly. Such drivers … Continue reading
  
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